High School Heroes
Bemidji, MN — Katherine DeKrey
Bemidji, MN —
Katherine has donated her time with the Skate and Bike Association where she re-opened a free skate park for all to use. She has also donated her time as a member of the Buena Vista Club helping to raise money to improve the park.
Fulton, MS — Chelsea Rick
Fulton, MS —
Chelsea was honored for serving at the Itawamba County Food Pantry providing meals for numerous families in need. She has also donated her time with the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Itawamba County Developmental Council.
Fulton, MS — Kaitlin Turner
Fulton, MS —
Kaitlin has served as a youth leader with Bethel Baptist Church. She has also donated her time as a Big Sister with Big Brothers-Big Sisters and she has been a role model for the Way Out After School Program.
Hays, KS — Kathryn Unruh
Hays, KS —
Kathryn has been a part of Wyldlife mentoring students in need of guidance. She has also donated her time with Kansas Food for Life and with Hays Medical Center Volunteens.
Lewiston, ME — Ashley Morgan
Lewiston, ME —
Ashley was honored for her service as a part of Lewiston Youth Advisory Council where she helped raise awareness of the dangers of underage drinking. She has also donated her time with Camp To Belong Maine.
Redmond, OR — Whitney Whitehouse
Redmond, OR —
Whitney has volunteered for several years with Panther Pride, an organization that teaches students to embrace diversity within their community. She has also donated her time with the Sparrow Club to raise money for children in need of medical care.
Walla Walla, WA — Danielle Weber
Walla Walla, WA —
Danielle has volunteered with the Whitman Mission National Historic Site where she started a student volunteer liaison. She has also donated her time with Oregon Special Olympics and the Fort Walla Walla Museum.
Waseca, MN — Elizabeth Buenzow-Voracek
Waseca, MN —
Elizabeth has given her talents serving as co-founder, presenter, and member of the Type 1 Diabetic Support Group. She has also donated her time as a Big Sister with the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Owatonna, and as an Assistant Hockey Coach for the Youth Hockey of Waseca and Owatonna.
Westfield, ME — Erin Thomas
Westfield, ME —
Erin was honored for helping with Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child. She has also donated her time as a volunteer with the Central Aroostook Humane Society, and with the Special Olympics in her local area.
