Cattaraugus-Little Valley Student Honored as Youth of the Week

Grady Merrill, a high school senior, recognized for community service efforts

Mar. 16, 2026 at 4:00pm

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The Cattaraugus County Youth Bureau has named Grady Merrill, a senior at Cattaraugus-Little Valley High School, as this week's featured Youth Citizenship Award recipient. Merrill is the son of Joel Merrill and Katharine Scott-Merrill.

Why it matters

The Youth Citizenship Award highlights outstanding young people in the community who are making a positive impact through volunteer work and civic engagement. Recognizing these students helps inspire others to get involved and strengthens the community.

The details

Merrill has been active in various community service initiatives, including organizing food drives, volunteering at local shelters, and participating in environmental cleanup projects. His dedication to helping others and improving his community has earned him this prestigious award.

  • Merrill was named Youth of the Week on March 16, 2026.

The players

Grady Merrill

A senior at Cattaraugus-Little Valley High School and the recipient of the Cattaraugus County Youth Citizenship Award.

Joel Merrill

Grady Merrill's father.

Katharine Scott-Merrill

Grady Merrill's mother.

Cattaraugus County Youth Bureau

The organization that awarded Grady Merrill the Youth Citizenship Award.

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The takeaway

Grady Merrill's recognition as Youth of the Week showcases the positive impact young people can have in their communities through volunteering and civic engagement. His story serves as an inspiration for other students to get involved and make a difference.