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Positive people in Pinecrest : Ari Cromartie
By Linda Rodriguez Bernfeld at Community Newspapers
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
Miami Palmetto High School rising senior Ari Cromartie won the Leadership Award at the end of the year awards ceremony. He’s the incoming Class of 2027 vice president. This was his first run for a school office. “I’m pretty new,” he says. “I’m the only one who wasn’t on council before. I was always
Key takeaway He’s the incoming Class of 2027 vice president.
Why this matters in The Miami
Ari Cromartie's win of the Leadership Award at Miami Palmetto High School is a notable achievement, particularly given his lack of prior experience on the school council. As the incoming vice president of the Class of 2027, Cromartie will be representing students in the Pinecrest area, a community that values strong leadership and civic engagement. His involvement in school activities despite being new to student government suggests that he is committed to making a positive impact at Miami Palmetto High. As a rising senior, Cromartie will have the opportunity to work with the Miami-Dade County Public Schools system to address issues affecting students in the area, such as access to arts and extracurricular programs. His leadership skills will be put to the test as he navigates the challenges of representing his classmates and working with school administrators to create a positive and supportive school environment.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: Community Newspapers ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Miami Palmetto High School rising senior Ari Cromartie won the Leadership Award at the end of the year awards ceremony. He’s the incoming Class of 2027 vice president. This was his first run for a school office. “I’m pretty new,” he says. “I’m the only one who wasn’t on council before. I was always
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