Clayton High School
Angelina Troia
She believes community involvement is essential to a thriving society and that even small actions can make a meaningful difference. At Clayton High School, she embraced every opportunity available, participating in eight clubs and serving as a Class Officer. Her involvement includes Student Council, S.U.R.E., Unified Club, Yearbook Club, S.A.D.D., National Honor Society, and JROTC. Through her senior internship, she strengthened her leadership skills while working with young students. She actively contributes to her community through cleanups, fundraisers, and public events. These experiences have helped her grow, reinforcing her commitment to service and becoming the best version of herself.
Clearview High School
Grace Calhoun
Grace learned her most important lesson in community service not in a classroom but while standing outside a local business explaining the importance of blood cancer research. Leading a student campaign, she raised over $32,000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, dedicating more than 250 hours to organizing volunteers, outreach, and events. Now a training volunteer with BCU’s MilesforMagic team, she trains for a half marathon while fundraising. She also volunteered ninety hours at Inspira Health, assisting patients and staff. These experiences taught her that service requires persistence, connection, and consistent effort to create meaningful impact in her community locally.
Delsea Regional High School
Jacob Bramble
He demonstrates a strong commitment to community service, motivated by gratitude for his own opportunities. Actively involved in organizations such as JROTC, FFA, 4-H, Hope Squad, NHS, and the Ronald McDonald House, he contributes through a variety of service efforts. His work includes assisting with traffic control, preparing meals for those in need, mentoring younger members, supporting community cleanups, and helping individuals facing personal challenges. He has also volunteered at events and provided care for critically ill individuals. These experiences have shaped him into a compassionate, service-driven individual motivated to continue helping others and making positive impact. in his community.
Deptford Township High School
Connor Becker
His community service journey began in Boy Scouts, where he first honored veterans by placing flags at a cemetery. Over time, he completed numerous projects, culminating in his Eagle Scout project: building a pollinator garden at his former elementary school. The garden serves as a learning space, beautifies the area, and supports local wildlife. Despite challenges securing donations, he demonstrated adaptability and perseverance, obtaining key materials and completing the project successfully. The experience strengthened his leadership skills and commitment to service. He takes pride in creating something meaningful that benefits both students and the broader community.
Gateway High School
Kayleigh Daley
Community service played a central role in shaping Kayleigh’s character and values. Through her involvement in Student Council at Gateway Regional High School, she participated in food pantry efforts, holiday donations, toy drives, and chemo care packages, finding particular joy in organizing and delivering food to families in need. Inspired to expand her impact, she founded Shine Together, a nonprofit promoting inclusion for individuals with special needs, hosting events like a unified soccer camp. These experiences taught her to prioritize others, foster connection, and lead with compassion, reinforcing her commitment to serving her community throughout college and beyond.
Glassboro High School
Kayden Hartung
Kayden Hartung developed a strong commitment to community service after being introduced to volunteering in eighth grade. Through Interact Club, he became actively involved in service projects supporting veterans, children with disabilities, and environmental initiatives. His work with TopSports and Night to Shine allowed him to assist children with disabilities, while he also participated in cleanups and honored veterans through memorial efforts. Rising to leadership roles, he served as Secretary and later President, organizing events and fundraising initiatives, including projects benefiting The Unforgotten Haven and Ronald McDonald House. His experiences reflect growth, leadership, and a dedication to helping others. consistently.
Gloucester County Institute of Technology
Leo Watkins
He became deeply involved in community service through his participation in the National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, and school leadership roles. He tutored peers in Pre-calculus and SAT preparation, helping build confidence and academic skills. As an assistant t-ball coach, he supported young athletes while forming meaningful community connections. He also contributed to school events, open houses, and various service initiatives, including donations and special needs programs. With over 50 hours of service, he developed a strong passion for civic engagement, recognizing that helping others fosters personal growth, confidence, and lasting relationships within his community.
Kingsway Regional High School
Caroline Gallagher
Since her sophomore year, she has volunteered at King’s Things thrift store and food pantry, where she discovered a passion for service beyond initial incentives. Alongside her sister, she created the National Honor Society project “Serving Swedesboro,” recruiting students to assist weekly. Together, they organized clothing donations, managed inventory, and stocked the pantry with essential food for local residents. Through meaningful interactions with diverse customers, including low-income and homeless individuals, she developed empathy and a deeper understanding of community needs. Her continued efforts, including organizing food drives, reflect a commitment to service, teamwork, and creating a positive, lasting impact.
Our Lady of Mercy Academy
Catherine Ricchiuti
Service guided her life, shaping her contributions to school, church, and community. Beginning as an altar server in fourth grade, she trained younger servers and supported parish services and retreats. At Our Lady of Mercy Academy, she completed over 230 service hours as a Student Ambassador, Campus Ministry member, and mentor, welcoming families, organizing food drives, and guiding underclassmen. Through National Honor Society, she tutored peers, building confidence and study skills. Beyond school, she helped create blankets for those in need. These experiences taught her compassion, leadership, and empathy, inspiring her to continue serving others and making a meaningful difference.
Paulsboro High School
Nada Reda
Nada developed a strong commitment to community service during her time at Paulsboro, engaging in activities such as painting school murals and serving meals to local residents. Through these experiences, she learned that meaningful change requires optimism and dedication, regardless of circumstances. She values small acts of service as powerful expressions of care and connection. Passionate about advocacy, she worked to promote inclusive lunch options and access to feminine hygiene products, even when faced with resistance. Her efforts reflect a belief in unity, compassion, and the importance of consistently supporting and improving her community through thoughtful action and leadership. efforts.
Pitman High School
Lucas Razze
Lucas Razze has consistently prioritized community service, inspired by values instilled by his family and his town’s commitment to helping others. From a young age, he organized charitable donations with his sister to support causes such as medical assistance, community recovery, and awareness initiatives. He continued serving through volunteering at food pantries, environmental cleanups, local events, and election efforts. His most meaningful experience has been supporting children with disabilities through the Challenger’s League. As a leader in Key Club, NHS, and Student Council, he promotes service among peers. He views service as a lifelong responsibility rooted in compassion and integrity.
West Deptford High School
Isabella Javadi
She discovered a passion for community service after initially viewing it as a requirement. Through Key Club, she began volunteering at a senior living home, where meaningful conversations broadened her perspective and shaped her values. Her experience at a local soup kitchen deepened her gratitude and showed her the impact of small acts of kindness. Motivated to do more, she became a project coordinator and later President of Key Club, maintaining traditions while expanding membership and engagement. She now strives to inspire others to see volunteering as rewarding, demonstrating that helping others fosters both personal growth and lasting positive impact within her community.
Williamstown High School
Jenna Rossi
She has demonstrated a strong commitment to community service, actively volunteering through school, church, and local events. Beginning in childhood through church programs, she contributed by making blankets, collecting food, and preparing meals for those in need. In high school, her involvement expanded to events at the Pfeiffer Center and Williamstown High School, where she assisted with setup, serving meals, working with children, and cleanup. She also participated in community drives, holiday events, and election work, including clerical tasks and canvassing. These experiences helped her grow socially, build confidence, and develop a passion for helping others and making positive impact.
Woodbury High School
Isaac Sanyaolu
He has made community service a central part of his high school experience, completing over 500 service hours and demonstrating leadership. As a Board of Education Student Representative, he communicates student concerns, builds confidence, and advocates for positive change. He contributes creatively by volunteering as a DJ, photographer, and videographer at school events, helping bring the community together. As an AVID peer assistant, he supports students and teachers while fostering organization and leadership skills. Through additional efforts such as food drives, classroom organization, and event support, he has learned that both large and small acts of service create meaningful, impact.
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