Video, photos: Congressman Hank Johnson celebrates students of Georgia’s Fourth District

LITHONIA, GA – On Feb. 22, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) hosted his “Future of the Fourth” reception at the Lou Walker Senior Center to honor outstanding young leaders from Georgia’s Fourth Congressional District. The event recognized students who have excelled in technology, service, and leadership including winners of the district’s 2024 Congressional App Challenge and nominees for U.S. Service Academies.

“This event was about celebrating the bright future of our district,” said Congressman Johnson. “These young leaders are innovators, scholars, and dedicated individuals who will shape our community and our nation in the years to come.” 

During the ceremony, students from Chamblee High School, Arabia Mountain High School, and Rockdale Magnet School were honored as winners of the Congressional App Challenge, highlighting their achievements in technology. The event also recognized students nominated by Congressman Johnson to our nation’s military academies including – the United States Military Academy (West Point), the United States Coast Guard Academy, the United States Naval Academy, the United States Merchant Marine Academy and the United States Air Force Academy.  

Watch the event livestream HERE.