Lincoln High School senior crowned 2025 Portland Rose Festival Court Queen
Ava Rathi was crowned early Friday morning ahead of the Grand Floral Parade this weekend. She will serve as the official ambassador of the Rose Festival for the following year.
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'I am excited to be selected as Queen of Rosaria because I will get to interact with so many people in the City of Portland that I know and love,' Rathi said. 'And especially to represent the other 14 incredible members of the 2025 Rose Festival Court.'
According to Rose Festival organizers, Rathi was chosen due to her academic excellence, leadership, and community service. She shared the following statement via the festival's :
'I am involved in many activities at my school, including creating interactive art kits for pediatric patients, serving as the Captain of Speech & Debate, and earning 5th in State and the 'Proven Excellence' award in Informative Speaking. I am also a National Qualifier from North Oregon, Director of Finance and Civics Tutor for the Mission: Citizen non-profit, and a member of the National Honor Society. Additionally, I won the BWB Forum 'Happy Teens Website Design Challenge' and participate in Mock Trial. Outside of school, I enjoy drawing, sewing, painting, and skiing at Mount Hood. I also love reading thriller/mystery novels and watching horror movies.'
Rathi will spend her weekend engaging with the community and representing the festival court during the Grand Floral Parade on Saturday, June 7.
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