U.S. Rep. Dave Reichert (center left) stands with award winner Ivan Leniski (center right) and parents Susana (far left) and Jason (far right) Jan. 15 on Mercer Island. - Courtesy photo/Amanda Halligan
Courtesy photo/Amanda Halligan
U.S. Rep. Dave Reichert (center left) stands with award winner Ivan Leniski (center right) and parents Susana (far left) and Jason (far right) Jan. 15 on Mercer Island.

Leniski wins Congressional Award

By KENDALL WATSON
Sammamish Reporter Staff
January 15, 2010 · 6:54 PM

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Sammamish resident Ivan Leniski, 15, was awarded the Congressional Award Bronze Medal Jan. 15 by local U.S. Representative Dave Reichert at his U.S. 8th District offices on Mercer Island.

The Interlake sophomore honors student was recognized for his dedication to the four recognized criteria set forward by the honor: a spirit of volunteerism, personal development, physical fitness and exploration.

More information about the award and how Ivan achieved the honor can be found in an earlier story on the Congressional Award.

"It’s so important that we take the time to recognize the hard work and dedication of our young people as we’re doing with Ivan today," said Reichert.

"The Congressional Award sets exactly the right tone by inspiring our youth to set and achieve ambitious goals. This is truly a win-win proposition: Our young people benefit from developing their personal and leadership skills, and our society as a whole benefits from these bright citizens who contribute to making America such a wonderful place to live."

He was joined by his parents, Susana and Jason, at the award ceremony.

Contact Sammamish Reporter Staff Kendall Watson at kwatson@issaquah-reporter.com or (425) 391-0363, ext. 5052.

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