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State Representative Perry P.
“We are strong by breaking down the barriers of social groups and stereotypes.”
-Perry
Why Perry Was Nominated:
Perry is currently serving as the Vice President of our school’s program Best Buddies. She truly understands the meaning of including others in social aspects. She takes it upon herself to introduce her group of friends to new students and students who may feel isolated. Perry represents everything that your organization represents.
My Community Voice
Below is a collection of my community engagement and random acts of kindness. Help me to get the word out and share this with your friends.
State Representative Anna J.
“We choose to Be Strong in our school and in the community by having our own unique points of view and not conforming to popular belief.”
-Anna
Why Anna Was Nominated:
Anna Leigh is a cheerleader, academic scholar, and all-around great kid. She currently serves within our Best Buddies program as a mentor. She is serving as our school’s treasurer on student council, Pay it Forward, Beta Club, volunteers at the local animal shelter, and is always looking for any activity that involves community. She works hard to make an effort for all students to feel like they are a part of the Riverdale family. She would be a fantastic representative for this program for our state of Tennessee.
My Community Voice
Below is a collection of my community engagement and random acts of kindness. Help me to get the word out and share this with your friends.
State Representative Samantha C.
“I choose to Be Strong in my school by starting the Be Strong club with my friends so that people are always included and always have a friend.”
-Samantha
Why Samantha Was Nominated:
Samantha is a student ambassador for Riverdale K-8 school as well as a “Best Buddies” member. She works hard to ensure every student feels welcomed into our school community. She helped launch the We Dine Together program within our school, to make sure everyone feels included.
My Community Voice
Below is a collection of my community engagement and random acts of kindness. Help me to get the word out and share this with your friends.
State Representative Anna P.
“We choose to Be Strong in our school and in the community by having our own unique points of view and not conforming to popular belief.”
-Anna
Why Anna Was Nominated:
Anna Kate currently serves as the treasurer for our Best Buddies program. She is also a member Beta Club, volunteers at the animal shelter, volunteers at her church in the children’s chapel. Anna Kate is a strong advocate for inclusion within our school community. Anna Kate has studied all about bystanders within her Facing History class, and has researched about “up-standers”, those who advocate for those that need it. Anna Kate works hard in her academics, not only for herself, but she also mentors her peers. She cares a lot about others and tries to ensure that everyone feels like they have a place. She would be a great representative for our state of Tennessee.
My Community Voice
Below is a collection of my community engagement and random acts of kindness. Help me to get the word out and share this with your friends.
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