Trivium Prep Students Appointed to Goodyear Youth Commission

Six scholars from Trivium Prep have been appointed to the City of Goodyear’s Youth Commission, marking a significant achievement for the school community. The appointees were Al Alexandrovich (11th grade), Ella Brinker (9th), Jason Drunasky (8th), Erica Ivatury (10th), Aariya Singh (10th), and Aleena Torres (10th). They were officially sworn in by Mayor Joe Pizzillo and the Goodyear City Council for their two-year term.

The Goodyear Youth Commission (GYC) is a civic leadership program that brings together high school students from across the city, including those from charter schools and homeschool settings. Its mission is to provide young residents with opportunities to develop leadership skills, engage in local government, and advise city officials on youth-related issues such as recreation, programming, and special events.

Youth Commissioners meet monthly at Goodyear City Hall and participate in a variety of activities, including community service projects, field trips, and leadership conferences. One of the highlights for members is attending the National League of Cities Conference in Washington, D.C.

This is not the first time a student from Trivium Prep has been honored by the City of Goodyear. Recently, Ameera Singh was recognized as Goodyear’s 2025 Youth Citizen of the Year for her outstanding leadership and community involvement, adding another highlight to the legacy of student achievement connected to the city. Singh has also served on the GYC.

Applications for the GYC open annually from April 1 to April 30. Eligible students must be Goodyear residents or attend school in the city, be in grades 9–12 (or entering 9th grade), and demonstrate a willingness to participate in meetings and community activities. Interested applicants can find more information on the City of Goodyear’s official website: https://www.goodyearaz.gov/home.

The appointment of these Trivium Prep students amplify the school’s commitment to fostering civic engagement and leadership among its students.

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