2006 Student Community Service Award Recipients

Stephanie Choroser

Stephanie is not only dedicated to others in helping them achieve their full potential, but also she is thoughtful in following through on her own projects, which is evident in all that she has accomplished.

Stephanie’s belief “that reading is the foundation of education” inspired her to establish and coordinate a tutoring and reading program at the Abington Free Library for elementary students. The program is in its third year, and as a result of her hard work, she was accepted into the Ambassadors of Caring Program. Continuing in this same vein, she became the co-founder of SAVE, (Students Against Violence Everywhere), which enabled her to travel to several of the elementary schools to have anti-bullying discussions with the sixth grade students.

Stephanie has received other honors, which include the Prudential Spirit of Community Award, the President’s Volunteer Service Award, and the President’s Education Award. Overall, Stephanie says her work with children has become an important aspect of her life and she plans to make it a part of her career in pediatric medicine.

Bianca Whiteside

Bianca is described as “a dedicated and innovative self starter, needing minimal supervision.” Her style is low-key but very effective as she donates her time and talents freely. She loves to participate in service – both in school and in her community.

Bianca is the co-founder of SAVE (Students Against Violence Everywhere), where she helps elementary students learn anti-bullying techniques. She is a member and mentor in Friends Against Alcohol and Drugs; volunteers in the Philabundance Food Banks for Hunger 101, and helps raise money to build schools through Building with Books. Additionally, she has earned awards for her commitment of service, including the President’s Volunteer Service Award and a Bronze Medal in the Congressional Award program.

Two of Bianca’s achievements, which she says have impacted her, are having been chosen as student writer in support of Abington’s winning application in America’s Promise “100 Best Communities for Young People” and her becoming the president of the Youth Council of the Willow Grove Branch of the NAACP. She says she’s pleased to be part of this successful, sociable community and honored to have impacted others’ lives.

These two young ladies are commended for the many hours committed to service at school and in their communities. They are both dedicated to improving the quality of life for others. This in itself makes them unique among their peers. We applaud their accomplishments and wish them the best as they pursue their future goals and desires.

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