Ella Beckman is currently a junior at Lightridge High School in Aldie, Virginia. She is a proud member of the National Honor Society (NHS), Quill and Scroll Honor Society, and the French Honors Society. At her high school, she takes part in Model UN, Mock Trial, yearbook, and varsity track and field. Her interests include reading, watching movies, and spending time with friends. She attended the second session of the Washington Journalism and Media Conference 2025 (#golimes) and had an amazing experience! She is thrilled to return as an intern and assist the new National Youth Correspondents during the 2026 sessions!