Check out who’s standing out in our community. IS THERE SOMEONE YOU’D LIKE TO NOMINATE? Please visit our website http://tlc4cs.org/faces-in-the-crowd/ and tell us why this individual has stood out in your crowd.
Jashvi Desai
FACES IN THE CROWD
JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL, 8TH GRADE
The Jefferson Middle School Math Department recently competed in the American Mathematics Competition (AMC). This competition is presented by the Mathematical Association of America (MMA) and is taken nationally by millions of students. On November 19th, Jefferson Middle School administered the AMC 8 exam, a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple choice examination designed to promote the development of problem-solving skills. Jefferson Middle School had one student who performed exceptionally well. Jashvi Desai scored in the top 1% nationally on this exam. She has been listed by MMA on their Honor Roll of Distinction. Jashvi will be taking the AMC 10 exam very soon for H. H. Dow High School.
Claire Bates
BULLOCK CREEK HIGH SCHOOL, 12TH GRADE
Claire has volunteered with United Way of Midland County for several years. She is dependable, flexible and helps with a wide variety of projects. She helps out with the annual Sharing Tree program and supports United Way operations in a variety of ways. Claire is very friendly and is highly motivated to work hard and make sure the job gets done right. When a task is given to her, she will work diligently to get it done on time and with care to do the job well. Claire, and other volunteers like her, help the United Way to positively impact the Midland community. Thanks for your service, Claire!
Amy Klopf
COLEMAN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS, CHEER COACH
Amy is more than the cheer coach at Coleman Junior/Senior High, she’s an inspiration to those around her. After serving six years as cheer coach, a student nominated her for the 2016 Greatmats National Cheerleading Coach of the Year Award. Her supporters – both current and former students - came out in droves, and she garnered nearly 19 percent of the 4,000 votes cast. Several students commented that she is always there for them – no matter what. Amy’s motivation to help others comes from knowing that her cheerleading family has grown because of the dedication students have to being the best cheerleader and person they can be. Congratulations, Amy!
Dory THERAPY DOG, MIDLAND COUNTY PROBATE AND JUVENILE COURT
Dory has been a therapy dog for the juvenile court for three years. Named after the popular blue fish in Finding Nemo, Dory’s job is to comfort boys and girls as they attend court hearings. She greets the youth when they first arrive and helps to ease their anxiety and stress prior to a hearing. Knowing that Dory can stay with them is an additional factor in reducing their apprehension. She helps keep them calm and subsequently allows them to be more willing to share their thoughts…a huge step in their journey toward healing and rehabilitation! When Dory is not working at the courthouse, she lives and works at the Juvenile Care Center.
Midland County Youth Action Council
COMMITTEE
MCYAC is the youth grant-making committee of the Midland Area Community Foundation. Made up of 30 energetic students from middle and high schools throughout Midland County, the group is focused on supporting programs for the betterment of local youth. MCYAC considers grants in amounts up to $10,000 on a quarterly basis. MCYAC recently funded the Midland YoungLives Initiative, which provides a mentoring program and a judgement-free social environment for local pregnant and parenting teen moms. Through the difficult but rewarding process of grant making, MCYAC enables its members to be good stewards of community funds and learn the value of philanthropy, research, and service while working with other driven community youth.
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March–May 2017
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