Photos & Video: 38th Bermuda Teen Awards
On May 26th, Teen Services honoured 88 outstanding teens at the 38th Annual Bermuda Outstanding Teen Awards at the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium.
A spokesperson said, “The 38th Annual Bermuda Outstanding Teen Awards (OTA) concluded with a spectacular ceremony held yesterday at the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium. The event honored 88 remarkable nominees from across the island’s high schools, highlighting their outstanding achievements in a variety of fields.
“This year’s ceremony was particularly significant as it marked the return of the awards after a hiatus due to the pandemic. The OTA recognized excellence in 15 categories, including the newly introduced awards for STEM, Public Speaking, and Entrepreneurship. The event celebrated the exceptional contributions and talents of Bermuda’s youth, showcasing their dedication, hard work, and potential.”
2024 Winners:
STEM:
- Female: Moriah Bridgewater Berkeley
- Male: Luke Foster Warwick
Most Progress:
- Female: Ca’Mya Rose Bermuda Institute
- Male: Dekada Gilbert CedarBridge
Academic Achievement:
- Female: Chiaje Rudo Berkeley Institute
- Male: Benjamin Mello Saltus
Sports:
- Female: Adriana Argent Warwick Academy
- Male: Anijahé Santos Martin MSA
Public Speaking:
- Eva O’Connor Warwick Academy
Entrepreneurship:
- Female: Zéa Swainson Bermuda Institute
- Male: Rickai Lightbourne Bermuda Institute
Community Service:
- Female: Leyla Ganal Saltus
- Male: Neriah Bean Bermuda Institute
Spiritual Leadership:
- Female: Dominique Brown CedarBridge
- Male: Tajer Basden CedarBridge
Visual Arts:
- Female: Naomi Every Somersfield Academy
Perseverance:
- Female: Katherine Bean Rosario – Saltus
- Male: Jordan Lightbourne Bermuda Institute
Performing Arts:
- Female: Satya Darrell Somersfield
- Male: Neriah Bean Bermuda Institute
Vocational Technical Arts:
- Male: Paulo Aguiar CedarBridge
Leadership:
- Female: Imara Richardson Warwick Academy
- Male: Shane Powell Hayward Warwick Academy
Special Recognition:
- Satya Darrell Saltus
Outstanding Overall:
- Chiaje Rudo Berkeley
The spokesperson said, “The event not only honored the winners of 2024 but also recognized the winners from 2022, reflecting the continuous and unwavering commitment of Bermuda’s youth to excellence and community service.”
“We are incredibly proud of all our nominees and winners,” said Deshay Caines, Chair of the OTA Committee. “Their achievements, resilience, and dedication are truly inspiring. It was an honor to bring the community together to celebrate these exceptional young individuals.”
The spokesperson said, “The OTA has been a cornerstone of the Bermuda community for 37 years, playing a vital role in recognizing and encouraging the achievements of our youth. The awards continue to inspire and motivate the next generation of leaders, artists, athletes, and innovators.
“The support from schools, families, and the wider community has been instrumental in the success of this year’s event. Tickets for the ceremony were available through www.gpass.bm and the turnout was a testament to the community’s commitment to celebrating and supporting its young people.”
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