This person must be a student currently enrolled in the Rock Island-Milan School District, Jordan Catholic School, Alleman High School or homeschooled in grades 6 through 12 this fall or has graduated within the last six months. This student has maintained academic excellence while displaying character, initiative, leadership and creativity through community groups, projects or volunteer work. The selected youth has won the respect and admiration of teachers or community leaders and stands out as an example to other youth. 

The nominated youth is not required to be a resident of Rock Island except for homeschooled students, who must reside in the city. 

Youth - Past Citizen of the Year Winners 

The individual/business denoted with ** is the overall Citizen of the Year for that respective year.