Gabriella Werner, the 17-year-old daughter of Greg and Rachael Werner of Huntingburg is the Huntingburg Optimist Youth of the Month for January, 2021.

Gabriella Werner

While in high school, Gabriella was a member of the girls tennis team, a manager for the boys tennis team, and a member of the choir. She was also a member of the Key Club, the Kindness Crew, Natural Helpers, BPA, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, the Latino Advocacy Group, Spirit Club, and the Freshman Mentors.

As a result of her academic success, she was inducted into the National Honor Society and was the recipient of the corporation's academic excellence award each year of high school. She is a valedictorian candidate for the Class of 2021 and received the Rising Star of Indiana award.

Outside of school, she is a member of St. Mary Parish where she is a member of the Youth Praise Choir and a member of the youth group. She has also worked part time at the Windmill Chill and the YMI.