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Nicolaus Gage Cruz
Nicolaus Gage Cruz, a sophomore at Superior High School, has been selected as the delegate to Hugh O’Brien Youth (HOBY) Leadership seminar this summer.
The HOBY program is designed to help high school sophomores recognize their leadership talents and apply them to become effective, ethical leaders in their home, school, workplace and community.
Gage is the son of Nick and Alicia Cruz. He is a leader in academics and athletics in Superior. He is a well rounded student involved with DECA, Future Educators of America and FCCLA. After high school Gage plans to attend Northern Arizona University and study to become a physical therapist.
The Superior Optimist Club provides funding for the registration into this program.
Mila Besich is a resident of Superior with two children. She volunteers for many local organizations. She is an experienced fundraiser and event planner for Copper Corridor Economic Development Coalition. She covers some of the area town councils and schools.
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