Juan Cabrillo Elementary School student Yadany Alavez has been described as an “exemplary citizen.” Alavez helps around the classroom and school, as well as with her family and the community beyond Juan Cabrillo. Throughout her time at the school, Alavez has stayed after school almost every day to assist her teacher, including cleaning, correcting work and organizing. Alavez has helped set up and organize Juan Cabrillo events, including Fiesta Malibu, ELAC meetings and the yearly Kindergarten Round-Up. Alavez is also a member of a basketball team near her home.