Four African Americans part of JA’s latest ’18 Under Eighteen’ class

DREVON NEWTON The New Pittsburgh Courier has learned that four African Americans are among the latest honoree class of Junior Achievement of Western PA’s “18 Under Eighteen.” Presented by EQT, the annual event showcases the notable achievements of 18 of the Pittsburgh region’s “most incredible young people,” according to Junior Achievement of Western PA. The four African Americans are Drevon Newton, Jai’Noah Martin, Mia Clemons and Theo Tedesco. The “18 Under Eighteen” event will be held, Feb. 6, at the UPMC Club at Acrisure Stadium. Newton, 18, is an active volunteer at Urban Impact, a faith-based organization that mentors and supports at-risk youth through athletics, performing arts and academic programs. He was introduced to the organization by his adoptive grandparents and, after experiencing first-hand the benefits, knew he wanted to remain involved and make a similar, positive impact on other children.& Newton volunteers at Urban Impact summer camps and after school programs as often as possible. He coaches and mentors students of all ages in their intramural sports programs and previously played trumpet in the jazz band. His dedication to the mission and connection with the students was so apparent that the staff formally asked him to work as a...