Student of the Week for the Arizona Republic

Yeraldin Perez Armenta is a standout senior in the Gifted and Talented Academy at Maryvale High School whose leadership and service have made a meaningful impact across her school and district. As a member of the Phoenix Union High School District Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council, Yeraldin plays a role in elevating student voices, advocating for improvements in academics, extracurriculars and campus life. Her work helps shape district-wide decisions that directly enhance the student experience.