The Expanding Horizons Student Board is a leadership group for students who have participated in our Youth Conference or Summer Academy. Members help guide youth programs, plan events, and represent their peers while developing essential skills in leadership, teamwork, and civic engagement. Board members often attend the Tribal Youth Summit, where they meet Native students from across the country and tour national monuments in Washington, D.C. As one of the few Montana groups to participate, this trip provides a unique opportunity to connect with peers, gain a national perspective, and bring inspiration and knowledge back to their communities.

The Student Board comprises high school and college student representatives from urban and rural areas across Montana.

2025 – 2026 Student Board Members

  • Matteo Putra
  • Jarvis Werk
  • Amazing Russell
  • Taisha Old Elk
  • Maraya Werk
  • Payton Wegner
  • Ozzie Williamson
  • Jade Williamson

Expanding Horizons Student Board 2024-2025

  • Jared Killsback
  • Lathan Killsback
  • Torrian Turnsplenty
  • Amazing Real Bird
  • Taisha Old Elk
  • Maraya Werk
  • Kiara Werk
  • Margret Weatherwax
  • Sicily Glenn
  • Chares Ball
  • Mateo Putra
  • Jarvis Werk

First Inaugural Student Board 2022-2023

  • Terrance Johnson
  • Kaliah Moore
  • Tyrell Cantrell
  • Alyssa Toce-Blount
  • Sovereign Smith
  • Jordan Henry
  • Maryisol Aryeno
  • Saanjay Smallboy
  • Dayvany Whiteman
  • Natalia Decora
  • Sharissa Coture. 

College Peer Mentors 2024-2025

  • Kaliah Moore, Salish Kootenai College
  • Terrance Johnson, Montana State University

High School Student Board

Are you a Native student in Montana with a passion for leadership and community? We are excited to announce the formation of our Expanding Horizons Youth Student Board!

Who Can Apply?

We are forming two different boards:

  • Middle School Students
  • High School Students

Benefits:

  • Develop Leadership Skills
  • Voice Your Opinions
  • Connect with Peers

How to Apply

Eligibility

The Student Board is composed of returning participants from our youth events. To apply, you must have attended either the Youth Conference or the Summer Academy. We are not currently accepting new students who have not participated in these programs.

Together, we can build a brighter future.

Close Up Washington Native Youth Summit Trip

April 6 – 11, 2025