Red Cross awards a local high school hero who can already put "saved a life" on her resume 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

(PORTLAND, OR) May 16th, 2025 

Violet Ammons, a sophomore at Silverton High School, was on a field trip when the unexpected happened. While getting lunch with friends, she noticed a woman choking. Violet immediately ran over to her and asked her if she was okay, started yelling for people to help.  She got behind the lady and started to give her abdominal thrusts. Violet was able to give her enough thrusts to dislodge the object. Trained professionals arrived on scene and the woman who was chocking lived to see another day thanks to Violet’s quick thinking!

On May 20th, join the American Red Cross as we present Violet a Lifesaving Award for her heroic actions. The program has its roots as far back as 1911. It is bestowed upon individuals who step up during a time of an emergency to alleviate suffering. These recipients truly embody the mission and values of the American Red Cross.  

WHEN: May 20th at 10:30am-11am. 

WHERE: Silverton High School, 1456 Pine St, Silverton, OR 97381 

Please enter the main entrance to the building and check in at the kiosk and get a visitor badge. 

WHO: Student Violet Ammon and the teacher who nominated her, Alyssa Ogle (available for interviews)  

About the American Red Cross: 

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood and provides blood to 65 regional hospitals; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or visit us on social media at @RedCrossCascades. 

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