May 18, 2026
Our last (May) nominee for the Northwest PA C.L.A.S.S. Act Emerging Leader is Julia Schultz, WAHS Senior. On behalf of the WCSD, we want to congratulate Julia on this nomination and are hoping for a potential May scholarship selection by the IU#5 and Scholarship Committee.
School Counselor, Lori Hahn stated the following regarding the IUS Class Act May 2026 Emerging Leader Nominee, Julia Schultz, “I am delighted to recommend Julia Schultz for the CLASS Act Emerging Leader Program. Having known her for the past two years in my capacity as a counselor and supervisor in the Counseling Office, I have been consistently impressed by her maturity and commitment. Julia has worked with us diligently during both her junior and senior years, demonstrating a level of emotional intelligence that goes beyond her peers”
Being a Counseling Office worker demands a great deal of discretion, as these student helpers can often find
themselves in the midst of sensitive situations. Julia has handled each instance with calmness and
professionalism, maintaining the confidentiality of her peers with dignity and respect. One particular occasion
stands out in my mind: during a challenging day when our office was overwhelmed, Julia took the initiative to
distract the other students who were in the office working at the computers in order to provide the student in
crisis privacy.
Julia is a student who once she commits to a task, she gives it her all and will do everything to make it successful.
Whether it be organizing a whole school assembly for Student Council, initiating a food drive for Key Club, or
decorating for Prom, Julia is a student who accomplishes each task with maximum effort. Additionally, as the
social media manager for Student Council, she works tirelessly to promote school events and foster school spirit.
Her enthusiasm and organizational skills are equally matched by her academic interest in pursuing a career in
pharmacy. Julia has worked after school and on weekends at Gaughn’s Pharmacy in order to prepare herself for
not only college but her career. She will be attending the University of Pittsburgh with a concentration in pharmacy. This career path also requires a high level of emotional maturity and confidentiality, which I know that Julia would be able to handle after watching her in our office.
In granting Julia the CLASS Act Award, you are investing in a young woman who possesses not only the intellect
but also, the heart to make a significant impact in her future endeavors. I have no doubt that she will continue to
grow and lead with the same grace and integrity that she has shown throughout her time with us.
School Counselor, Lori Hahn stated the following regarding the IUS Class Act May 2026 Emerging Leader Nominee, Julia Schultz, “I am delighted to recommend Julia Schultz for the CLASS Act Emerging Leader Program. Having known her for the past two years in my capacity as a counselor and supervisor in the Counseling Office, I have been consistently impressed by her maturity and commitment. Julia has worked with us diligently during both her junior and senior years, demonstrating a level of emotional intelligence that goes beyond her peers”
Being a Counseling Office worker demands a great deal of discretion, as these student helpers can often find
themselves in the midst of sensitive situations. Julia has handled each instance with calmness and
professionalism, maintaining the confidentiality of her peers with dignity and respect. One particular occasion
stands out in my mind: during a challenging day when our office was overwhelmed, Julia took the initiative to
distract the other students who were in the office working at the computers in order to provide the student in
crisis privacy.
Julia is a student who once she commits to a task, she gives it her all and will do everything to make it successful.
Whether it be organizing a whole school assembly for Student Council, initiating a food drive for Key Club, or
decorating for Prom, Julia is a student who accomplishes each task with maximum effort. Additionally, as the
social media manager for Student Council, she works tirelessly to promote school events and foster school spirit.
Her enthusiasm and organizational skills are equally matched by her academic interest in pursuing a career in
pharmacy. Julia has worked after school and on weekends at Gaughn’s Pharmacy in order to prepare herself for
not only college but her career. She will be attending the University of Pittsburgh with a concentration in pharmacy. This career path also requires a high level of emotional maturity and confidentiality, which I know that Julia would be able to handle after watching her in our office.
In granting Julia the CLASS Act Award, you are investing in a young woman who possesses not only the intellect
but also, the heart to make a significant impact in her future endeavors. I have no doubt that she will continue to
grow and lead with the same grace and integrity that she has shown throughout her time with us.