Congratulations – Allentown High School's own Alisha Redlich has met the challenge of the United States Congress!

The Congressional Award is Congress’s only charity. Established to law in 1979, the Congressional Award was created to honor, encourage, and inspire America’s youth. In the ensuing years, Congress has recognized thousands of outstanding young Americans who have earned and deserve our admiration and recognition.

Alisha has earned the Congressional Award Gold Medal. To earn the Gold Medal, each participant must complete at least 400 hours of Voluntary Public Service, which means sharing their time and talent for the betterment of the community, 200 hours of Personal Development, which can include developing social and life skills as well as interests, and 200 hours of Physical Fitness, spent in any way that improves their health and quality of life. Additionally, they must spend at least 5 days and 4 nights exploring a new environment or culture. They have been consistently working to achieve this award for over 24 months, the minimum time frame to earn the Gold Medal.

Congratulations to Alisha on the very selective and well-deserved award!