Allison Kennedy
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 12:23 pm

The 43rd Distinguished Young Woman (DYW) of Rutherford County program will be held Saturday Saturday, March 22 at 7pm at the Foundation Performing Arts Auditorium. This annual event will feature high school juniors competing for scholarships and recognition in areas including scholastics, interview, talent, fitness, and self-expression.

The event will also honor Andrea Narvaez-Santos, the Distinguished Young Woman of Rutherford County.

Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door.

About Distinguished Young Women: Founded in 1958, Distinguished Young Women is a free national program designed to help participants reach their full potential. The program provides over $1 billion in scholarship opportunities, connects young women to a national network of peers, fosters self-confidence, and offers Life Skills Workshops that prepare them for success beyond high school.

For more information visit www. facebook. com / distinguished young women rutherford county and be sure to join us at the event and support the outstanding young women of Rutherford County.

Class of 2026:

R-S Central High School:

Savannah Hodge

Syndey Annunziata

Emma Jones

Cassie Hill

Hailie Gurley

Matilyn Bostic

Chase High School:

Rayna Dale

Ava Garland

Nataleigh Haga

East Rutherford High School:

Aaliyah Fowler

Ashelyn Pressley

Sophia Hernandez-Gonzalez

Bella Bridges

Anna Neal

REaCH (Rutherford Early College High School):

Ashlynn Brooks

Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy:

Addison Hill