Let’s celebrate 22 outstanding Manatee County public high school students who are making a difference through service and leadership! Many of them joined their families at Tuesday’s School Board meeting to be recognized.
The Florida Department of Education, in partnership with the Florida Lottery, launched the Student Service Challenge to inspire student leadership, civic responsibility, and community engagement.
We’re proud that the School District of Manatee County, in partnership with the Manatee Education Foundation, was selected as one of only 20 school districts statewide to participate!
From September 7 to October 5, these dedicated teens each completed 20+ hours of volunteer service and wrote an essay reflecting on their experience. As a reward for their commitment, each student received a $500 scholarship!
Congratulations to:
Josilah S., Braden River High
Denise S., Bayshore High
Genesis R., Bayshore High
Kayla G., Lakewood Ranch High
Faith F., Lakewood Ranch High
Lily P., Lakewood Ranch High
Molly F., Lakewood Ranch High
Lexi S., Lakewood Ranch High
Merritt S., Lakewood Ranch High
Zoe C., Lakewood Ranch High
Leah D., Lakewood Ranch High
Yadira K., Manatee High
Elliot C., Manatee High
Leonard H., Manatee High
Rayna H., MSA
Mason E., Palmetto High
Jermar P., Palmetto High
Nora E., Parrish Community High
Conor K., Parrish Community High
Chloe K., Southeast High
Dulce C., Southeast High
Nohemi T., Southeast High
A special thank-you to the community partners, including Soar in 4 and Manatee County Government, who helped make these meaningful service opportunities possible.
Together, we’re empowering students to lead, serve, and create lasting positive change.
Congratulations to our student leaders and thank you to everyone helping build a stronger Manatee County!