Category Archives: Students Helping Students
Making a Difference “Just 1 Book” at a Time
In 2010, eleven year old Sarah Dewitz read an article in the East Orange Sun about disparities in a neighboring Florida town. The town was very impoverished. It did not have public transportation and the nearest library was not within … Continue reading
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Not sure about college? Try a year of service!
AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps is a full-time, team-based residential program for men and women ages 18–24. Members serve in teams of eight to twelve and are assigned to projects throughout the region over a 10 month time period. They are … Continue reading
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Samantha Morris: Why Volunteer in College?
It is sad to admit that no matter what the scenario, you will probably breathe a sigh of relief when you are done with volunteer work. After all, volunteering is an arduous task – you are performing physical and mental … Continue reading
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Leader of the Week: Christy Box
Christy is from Brevard County, Florida and a student with Florida Virtual School. She is Florida Virtual School Student 2011 and 2012 Student of the Year, Editor-in-Chief of News in a Click, International Club President, FBLA Vice President, Fine Arts Fantasia Writer, VIRGE Literary Magazine Editor, 2011 Florida … Continue reading
Samantha Morris: Inspiring Mathematics from an Aspiring STEM Girl
Ever since I can remember I’ve had a great relationship with math. When I was young I was an exceptional math student and at the top of my class. I continued to be a straight-A student all throughout middle school … Continue reading
Organization Highlight: Kids are Heroes
Kids are Heroes was founded by 13 year old Mary Margaret O’Neill. Kids are Heroes is a non-profit that empowers, encourages and inspires children (anyone under 18) to become leaders through volunteerism and community involvement. They highlight the success of those younger … Continue reading
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Students Helping Students: Manatee
This is our second installment of Students helping Students. This week’s story features a group of high school students from Southeast High School and Out-of-Door Academy in Manatee who did more than just help other students, they helped the community. These students … Continue reading
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Students Who Change the World Honored by President
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Scott J. Allen: Celebrating our (Young) Leaders
Boys and girls are changing the world. If you stop and look, it’s happening all around us. Although we may not hear these stories on a regular basis, it is important to slow down and learn from what boys and girls are … Continue reading
Students helping Students
Students Helping Students is going to be a regular feature on this blog. This week’s story, a group of students from Miami Dade College’s InterAmerican campus won grant funds to help undocumented high school students understand their options for college. … Continue reading
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