Beaverton Kids Honored in "If I Were Mayor Contest"

Beaverton honored three students for their submissions in the eighth annual "If I were mayor contest."

The winning entries - one for video, one for essay, and won for a poster - all had ways to improve quality of life n the city.

They ranged from using kittens to help with mental health issues, using hybrid police cars, and making more temporary shelters for the homeless.

The winners were:

Jaeho Lee, a fourth-grader at Findley Elementary, for his poster;

Annika Wadhwani, a sixth-grader at Highland Park Middle School, for her essay; and

Ellie Younger, a ninth grader at the Arts and Communications Magnet Academy for her video.

"Congratulations to our winners!" said Mayor Denny Doyle. "Thank you to all the students who participated and the teachers and parents who encourage civic engagement in our young people. Our youth never disappoint with their creativity."

Each winner got a $50 Visa gift card and now has a chance to compete statewide.