York County's 2023 Distinguished Young Woman: Namya Jindal of Dallastown Area High School

Lena Tzivekis, York Daily Record
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The 58th Annual Distinguished Young Women of York was held yesterday afternoon at The Pullo Center in York, where scholarships were awarded to accomplished students in the York community.

Namya Jindal of Dallastown Area High School was named Distinguished Young Woman of York and won a total of $12,400 in scholarships.

Namya Jindal (center) from Dallastown Area High School was named Distinguished Young Woman of York and won a total of $12,400 in scholarships.
Namya Jindal (center) from Dallastown Area High School was named Distinguished Young Woman of York and won a total of $12,400 in scholarships.

Here are the other winners:

  • First runner up: Leah Bazzle of West York Area High School

  • Second runner up: Meilynn Poletti of Central York High School

  • Third runner up: Helena Trauger of Dallastown Area High School

  • Fourth runner up: Taylor Reisinger of Northeastern High School

  • Spirit Award: McKenna Spangler of Dallastown Area High School

  • Leadership Award: Anna Scott of Central York High School; Miren McKinney of Dover Area High School; Adalia Kolsevich of Dallastown Area High School; Lily Queen of Northeastern High School; Gabriella Linnell of Red Lion Area High School

  • Be Your Best Self: Elise Kloske of York Suburban High School; Gabriella Linnell of Red Lion Area High School

  • Self Expression: McKenna Spangler of Dallastown Area High School; Leah Bazzle of West York Area High School

  • Fitness: Taylor Reisinger of Northeastern High School; McKenna Spangler of Dallastown Area High School

  • Talent: Helena Trauger of Dallastown Area High School; Leah Bazzle of West York Area High School

  • Scholastics: Namya Jindal of Dallastown Area High School; Alem Tesfaye of Central York High School

  • Interview: Meilynn Poletti of Central York High School; Namya Jindal of Dallastown Area High School

Namya Jindal from Dallastown Area High School was named Distinguished Young Woman of York and won a total of $12,400 in scholarships.
Namya Jindal from Dallastown Area High School was named Distinguished Young Woman of York and won a total of $12,400 in scholarships.

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"These outstanding young women are recognized for their scholastic achievements, leadership and talent," said Lyn Bergdoll, program chair.

Distinguished Young Women is a nationwide scholarship program that has successfully opened the door of opportunity for young women since its beginning in 1958. It is the oldest and largest scholarship program for high school girls in the United States.

This program places an emphasis on excellence and rewards young women for their academic achievements.  Participants are leaders in their school and community, as well as role models for all youth.  In addition to the scholarships awarded, the program serves as a preparation and learning experience for college and careers.

“We are always impressed with the outstanding achievements of the young women in this program.  They are role models for all youth. We are grateful to the generous sponsors in this community who make $40,000 in scholarships available to them,” Bergdoll said.

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