Stories

Inspiring stories of student leaders in action.

5KRM: Jacksonville students create a lasting impact on their school environment

Al Furqan Academy, Florida High School, 5 students Advisor: Amna Mukhtar Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At Al Furqan Academy, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork. Their project, 5KRM, is a testament to what’s possible […]

Fit4Change: Eastern Lebanon students rally together to support families in need

Eastern Lebanon County High School, Pennsylvania High School, 10 students Advisor: Holly Hartman Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At East Lebanon County High School, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of leadership, creativity, and compassion. Their project, Fit4Change, is a […]

EmpowerHER: Cummings students boost female well-being through creative leadership initiative

Alliance Academy for Innovation, Georgia High School, 3 students Advisor: Michael Hall Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At Alliance Academy for Innovation, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of leadership, creativity, and perseverance. Their project, EmpowerHER, is a testament to […]

Cans 4 A Cause: Smithtown students fight hunger with leadership

Accompsett Middle School, New York 6 students Advisor: Michael Toth Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At Accompsett Middle School, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of leadership, determination, and teamwork. Their project, Cans 4 A Cause, is a testament to […]

Rise Above Addiction: Vancouver students take action against vaping and drug abuse

Henrietta Lacks Bioscience High School, Washington 6 students Advisor: Jennifer Cunningham Students across the country are stepping up to solve real challenges in their communities. At Henrietta Lacks Bioscience High School, a team of students saw a need and took action—demonstrating the power of leadership, creativity, and perseverance. Their project, Rise Above Addiction, is a […]

Kentucky Teens Are Making Chemo More Comfortable

The school year had barely begun when students at Warren East High School in Bowling Green, Kentucky, received heartbreaking news: Mrs. Brown, their 35-year-old art teacher, had breast cancer. Having seen loved ones battle cancer, the students understood the difficult road ahead. But in their conversations with Mrs. Brown, three teens discovered a challenge they’d […]