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United States Senate Youth Program. Education. Leadership. Public Service.
United States Senate Youth Program

Ava Ellis

Ava Ellis is a senior at Humphreys High School, located at Camp Humphreys in South Korea.  As a military dependent, her experiences traveling the world have inspired her to pursue a career in diplomacy. Ellis has demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment to civic involvement with a passion for service and global engagement.  Ellis founded the Key Club at Humphreys and served as president in 2024-2025, growing the membership significantly while focusing on community service projects and coordinating more than 500 service hours. Her dedication extends beyond her current school, having served as a lieutenant governor in the Alabama District of Key Club International, overseeing eight clubs, organizing division-wide service projects, and planning the state conference. With more than 400 volunteer hours herself, Ellis looks forward to gaining deeper insight through USSYP to further her impact and advance her goal of serving the world as a future diplomat. 


Press Release
DoDEA Student Ava Ellis was selected to be a delegate to the 64th annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP), to be held March 7-14, 2026, in Washington, D.C.
Ava Ellis
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