Assemblyman Brian Curran (Lynbrook-21^st A.D.) honored Our Lady of Peace student Vittoria Brown as a Future Leader of New York State award winner. This award is presented to students who exhibit leadership skills and community spirit, along with an awareness of the responsibilities of being a good citizen in today’s society. This unique award commends those young people who have shown a strong sense of civic involvement, social conscience and an enthusiastic attitude to making the world a better place.

“The future of New York is in good hands with young people like Vittoria leading the way. She is an excellent leader among his peers at school and in the community and always goes the extra mile in whatever he does. I was so proud to present her with this award, and I cannot wait to see what she accomplishes in the future,” said Curran.