Miss Columbus 2026 Kristi Greenblatt with her parents
The Yonkers Columbus Day Celebration Committee is proud to announce Saunders Trades & Technical High School senior and Midland Avenue resident Kristi Greenblatt as our 2026 Miss Columbus!
A Culinary Arts major, Kristi has turned her passion for cooking into achievement, earning the title of SkillsUSA State Champion in Restaurant Service. She has also earned High Honor Roll and Principal’s List recognition eight times, reflecting the dedication, determination and hard work she brings to everything she pursues.
Beyond the classroom, Kristi is committed to leadership and service. She serves as a team manager and cheerleader at school, volunteers through her church, Holy Name of Jesus in New Rochelle, and serves as a Lector, combining her faith with her love of public speaking.
As she prepares for college, Kristi plans to study psychology and criminal justice, with the goal of one day becoming a criminal profiler.
Kristi is also deeply proud of her Italian American heritage and the values it has instilled in her.
“Being Italian American has made me the person I am today. I value my family so much. I work hard. I am proud of where I come from.”
