Meet A Future Leader In Paducah: Erica Wurth

The future of Paducah is looking bright, thanks to the incredible young people working to strengthen our community. In partnership with T-Mobile, Patch is proud to spotlight future leaders like Erica Wurth, who are making a positive impact in and around Paducah.

Erica, a senior at Paducah Tilghman High School, has distinguished herself as an exceptional leader and scholar in our community. As a Murray State University Teen of the Week and a former Paducah Bank Teen Ambassador, Erica balances a 4.0 GPA with a robust roster of extracurriculars, including varsity soccer, student council and the Paducah Chamber of Commerce Youth Leadership Program. She was recently named Outstanding Student of the Youth LEAD program, earning a $500 scholarship from the Leadership Paducah Alumni Association in recognition of her contributions and potential.

Outside the classroom, Erica dedicates her time to mentoring middle school students through Paducah WyldLife, part of Greater Paducah Young Life. She describes this mentorship role as a transformative experience, helping her grow while building meaningful connections with others. Erica’s passion for understanding the human body drives her aspiration to pursue a career in health care, with plans to major in neuroscience and minor in psychology at either the University of Tennessee or the University of Kentucky.

Congratulations, Erica Wurth!

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