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SPIRIT OF LEONA

Resolve • Character • Commitment

The Spirit of Leona Award honors one graduating senior from each high school who has overcome personal adversity and persevered to attain a solid educational foundation. These students represent the truest measure of Leona's success.

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Despite individual challenges, these young adults have done what it takes to pave a positive life path. Admiration for their accomplishments is shared by all.

Meet the 2024 Spirit of Leona Awardees

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Carmelo Prewitt

Academy for Business & Technology

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Daishon Nelson

Detroit Public Safety Academy

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Niamya Deems

Pontiac Academy for Excellence

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Christian Estis

Wildwood Environmental Academy

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Karina De La Torre

César Chávez Academy High

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Lessley Romero-Rodriguez

Hope of Detroit Academy High

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Robert Cano

Smith Academy for Excellence

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