Isaiah Morgan
Isaiah Morgan
Isaiah Morgan
Isaiah represents Region 1, which consists of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island & Vermont.
TBD
Isaiah Morgan
Isaiah Morgan
This delegate represents Region 2, which consists of New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico & the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Malaika Wande
Isaiah Morgan
Malaika Wande
Malaika represents Region 3, which consists of D.C., Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia & West Virginia.
Lucy Toe
Sadie Foote
Malaika Wande
Lucy represents Region 4, which consists of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina & Tennessee.
TBD
Sadie Foote
Sadie Foote
This delegate represents Region 5, which consists of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio & Wisconsin.
Sadie Foote
Sadie Foote
Sadie Foote
Sadie represents Region 6, which consists of Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma & Texas.
TBD
Kamryn Stauffacher
Kamryn Stauffacher
This delegate will represent Region 7, which consists of Iowa, Kansas, Missouri & Nebraska.
Kamryn Stauffacher
Kamryn Stauffacher
Kamryn Stauffacher
Kamryn represents Region 8, which consists of Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah & Wyoming.
Kendra Borja
Kamryn Stauffacher
Justus Spaulding
Kendra represents Region 9, which consists of Arizona, California, Guam, Hawaii & Nevada.
Justus Spaulding
Justus Spaulding
Justus Spaulding
Justus represents Region 10, which consists of Alaska, Idaho, Oregon & Washington.
Camille Welch
Justus Spaulding
Camille Welch
Camille serves as one of the National Guard Delegates to the Army's Director's Teen Panel (DTP).
Lily Johnson
Justus Spaulding
Camille Welch
Lily serves as one of the National Guard delegates to the Army's Director's Teen Panel (DTP).
ARNG Teens On The Move
The Army National Guard Child & Youth Services Program has dedicated this page to highlighting the amazing accomplishments of our ARNG CYS teens. If you would like to recognize a teen in your program, please reach out to Erin Berry (ARNG CYS Marketing Coordinator) at erin.berry@chenegagms.com.
South Dakota Youth Council Gives Back
Community service isn’t just about giving—it’s about making an impact, and the South Dakota Army National Guard Youth Council is proving just that!
During their February meeting, the nine Youth Council members put their creativity and compassion to work, crafting thoughtful gifts for Veterans in need. In just one session, they made:
- 8 lavender-infused heat/cool packs for relaxation and stress relief
- 16 dog toys to support service animals
- 25 keychains to add a personal touch to everyday essentials
All of these handmade items were donated to the Veterans Community Project (VCP) in Sioux Falls, an organization dedicated to helping Veterans find permanent stability through high-quality services and resources. The VCP team was thrilled with the donations, knowing they would bring comfort and support to the Veterans they serve.
The Youth Council is already looking forward to their next opportunity to volunteer or create more projects for VCP. Their work proves that small acts of kindness can lead to a great impact!
Are you inspired to make a difference in your community? Find a local organization and get involved—you never know how much your efforts can mean to someone else!
California Teen Council Leads the Way in Marketing and Outreach
Being a military teen comes with unique experiences, challenges, and opportunities. In California, the Teen Council is working hard to highlight these experiences while also promoting the benefits of participating in the program. Through an innovative marketing initiative, these teens are using social media to connect, inform, and inspire their peers.
Currently, the California Teen Council and CYP staff are collaborating with the CAARNG Marketing Team to create engaging content that showcases the program. Their goal is to grow their digital presence, enhance engagement, and build a strong online community of CAARNG teens, families, and service members. The teens take the lead in identifying trends they want to replicate to market the program, while CYP staff and marketing professionals help film and edit the content. In some cases, videos are even produced by the Teen Council’s own Public Affairs Officer, Maleigh Gomez.
This social media push has quickly become the council’s most effective marketing tool. With over 20,000 monthly views on Instagram, their content is reaching a wide audience and creating a sense of camaraderie among their members. By working closely with Public Affairs, Marketing, Recruiting, and Retention offices, they have built a strong network that supports their mission.
Beyond marketing, the initiative is providing valuable life skills and career development for the teens involved. They are gaining hands-on experience in digital media, communications, and public relations—skills that are highly valuable in today’s job market. Additionally, their teamwork, leadership, and networking efforts are setting them up for future success.
The California Teen Council’s dedication to this initiative highlights the power of youth-led engagement. Their efforts not only spread awareness of available programs and resources but also create a supportive and informed community for military teens across the state.
Through their creativity, leadership, and teamwork, Cyrus, Abbi, Maile, Ophelia, Maleigh, Laurel, David, Charlotte, Nathan, Maya, Jacey, Natalie, and Anarely are proving that military youth have a powerful voice—and they’re making sure it’s heard! Keep an eye on their social media efforts, and if you’re a military teen, consider joining the Teen Panel to be part of this exciting movement.
Honoring Our National Guard Youth Volunteer Award Winners
Congratulations to the FY24 National Guard Youth Volunteer Award winner for Region 4, Santiago Quiroz! Santi’s dedication to the Child and Youth Program goes beyond the camp experience—he actively supports military youth year-round, ensuring they have positive and meaningful experiences just as he did when he was younger. Always the first to step up and help, Santi contributed 96 hours of service in FY24, participating in events such as the Teen Leadership Retreat, Youth Camp, Youth Hunts, Soldier for a Day, and more. His positive attitude, reliability, and welcoming nature make him a true leader and role model. The South Carolina Child and Youth Program looks forward to celebrating this well-earned recognition with Santi and his peers at camp!
We also extend our congratulations to the other outstanding Youth Volunteer Award winners for FY24:
- Isaiah Morgan – Region 1
- Malaika Wande – Region 3
- Dakota Duke – Region 6
- Sofia Schwartze – Region 7
- Kamryn Stauffacher – Region 8
- Cyrus Sapien – Region 9
- Jasmine Detweiler – Region 10
Thank you to all of our dedicated youth volunteers for their service and commitment to making a difference!
Celebrating Leadership and Service: PFC Anamaris Irizarry Torres Joins the Puerto Rico Army National
Celebrating Leadership and Service: PFC Anamaris Irizarry Torres Joins the Puerto Rico Army National
Celebrating Leadership and Service: PFC Anamaris Irizarry Torres Joins the Puerto Rico Army National
We are thrilled to celebrate an inspiring milestone for Puerto Rico State Teen Council member, Anamaris Irizarry Torres, who has taken her leadership skills to new heights by joining the Puerto Rico Army National Guard (PRARNG). Now serving as Private First Class (PFC) Irizarry Torres, she enlisted as a Human Resources Specialist (42A) while completing her senior year of high school.
Service and dedication to the nation run deep in her family. Her father, Major Cesar Irizarry, the Commander of the PRARNG Recruiting and Retention Battalion, shared his pride in her decision: “I couldn’t be prouder of her choice to join our organization and make a difference. With both of my children now serving, I feel an even greater sense of pride in our family’s dedication to this nation.”
We congratulate PFC Irizarry Torres on this exciting chapter and thank her and her family for their dedication and service. She is an inspiration to us all, and we look forward to seeing her continued success!
OR Teen Panel Support Yellow Ribbon Event
Celebrating Leadership and Service: PFC Anamaris Irizarry Torres Joins the Puerto Rico Army National
Celebrating Leadership and Service: PFC Anamaris Irizarry Torres Joins the Puerto Rico Army National
On October 19, 2024 several members of the Oregon Military Teen Panel made a big impact at the Pre-Deployment Yellow Ribbon event in Medford, Oregon! Madi, Serena, Kendra, Tori, and Kenzi shared powerful stories about their own deployment experiences and introduced families to the Child and Youth Program. They even led the group in an exciting round of “Rock, Paper, Scissors Train,” one of our favorite icebreakers, to get everyone engaged and connected.
We’re so proud of the Oregon Teen Panel members for their leadership and for supporting fellow military families. Great job, Madi, Serena, Kendra, Tori, and Kenzi!
OK Teen Panel Service Project
OK Teen Panel Service Project
OK Teen Panel Service Project
On January 27, 2024, the Oklahoma State Teen Panel spent time volunteering at the Hope Center of Edmond, OK. Teens spent their time helping sort through and organize donations to the Center's clothing closet. The Center's director was very appreciative of what the teens were able to do to give back to their community.
OK Teen Panel Service Project
OK Teen Panel Service Project
OK Teen Panel Service Project
On March 23, 2024, the Oklahoma State Teen Panel volunteered their time to work at the Science Museum of Oklahoma. The teens helped run different interactive exhibits during the Spring Break rush. Teens also volunteered to do yardwork around the Museum's courtyard gardens. Thank you to these extraordinary teens!!