January - 2010
Daniel Roberts
Moss Point
High School

Daniel was proudly nominated by his school’s Guidance Counselor, who sent us an impressive 6 page resume of service to his school, service to the disadvantaged, and service to his community.   

From carwashes to citywide cleanups, community service is not new to him. He serves in leadership positions in several organizations, has been selected to represent you at numerous civic and academic summits.  He has volunteered to mentor younger children, encouraged citizens to vote, helped build homes with Habitat for Humanity, cut grass, picked up trash- even assembled playground equipment for a local daycare.  

But his most impressive accomplishments include those where he saw a need – and took action!  By working to unite the city and take a stand against violence… by serving as the only student on the Gulf Coast in the planning of the Brother to Brother Male Summit… By helping to develop a mentoring program for elementary students… by hosting Youth Empowerment Seminars… and we’ve no doubt… he’s just getting warmed up!    

February - 2010
Brianna Cuevas
Long Beach
High School

Despite of, or perhaps in spite of.. her ongoing battle with a foe that would buckle the knees of most people, Brianna is known as a champion for others she considers “less fortunate”.  Brianna was diagnosed with cancer 5 weeks prior to Katrina...but that's the beginning of her story. She is in remission, thanks to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, and has formed her own "army", speaking on behalf of St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital...most recently on Good Morning America. Brianna donates her wonderful artwork to raise money for the American Cancer Society and The Pink Heart Fund as well as St. Jude’s.

She is considered an active spirit mover at St. Thomas Church, singing in the Life Jam Band and assisting in the 2nd grade religious education classes. She is also a member of the District champions Girls Soccer Team, Key Club and the Long Beach Substance Abuse Task Force.  Remarkably, she manages to do all this while maintaining her honor roll status at Long Beach High School.

March - 2010
Tevin Brown
Gulfport
High School

This young man was brought to our attention by Ms Walker, his counselor.  Because of his accomplishments in service, we suspect that if told he was considered “one of the most dynamic leaders at Gulfport High School, he would say, “Who me?”  In addition to maintaining full honors in curriculum and remaining an active member in numerous clubs at GHS, he still finds time to volunteer and help other students – and that’s what service is all about.

When some students enter their senior year, they have one goal – get through it and get out.  As he prepared for graduation, he included planning ways to help younger students stay on the right track in their education.  His focus is speaking to middle and elementary aged boys on making wise choices, avoiding racism and violence, and the importance of a sound education in planning for their future.  The goal is to make a positive impact on the youth in our district.  We are very grateful for young men like Devin – and we’ve no doubt, he’s touched more lives than he realizes.

April - 2010
Maggie Smith
St. Patrick
High School

According to school administrators, who brought this young lady to our attention, she is a warm compassionate young lady who volunteers to help others through various clubs and activities at St. Patrick.  She may have held your hand when you gave blood during the recent blood drives sponsored by the Science Club, or she may have made sure you got the necessary food and drink to get you back on your feet after your blood donation.

She has also served as a volunteer for Kamp Kaleidoscope, a special camp for autistic children.  As a volunteer, she was assigned one child and acted as that child’s parent and full-time caregiver for four days at camp.

On a daily basis, she gives her time to her school and her community, all the while maintaining a 4.0 GPA, making her well-respected among her peers and the faculty.

May - 2010
Haley Martin
Woolmarket
Elementary School

According to her teachers, this young lady was hugely responsible for her grade winning the recent Blue Ribbon Campaign that benefited the abused and neglected children of our community.  She accomplished this by working at school and in the community to raise the most money during the campaign.  As a student leader, she assisted daily with the campaign, and with the help of other team leaders, spearheaded a face- painting day for the entire school to raise contributions.  As if that weren’t enough, she brought in the single largest student donation to the campaign.  Her school counselor, Mrs. Logan, said that she has a wonderful positive personality and a CAN DO spirit!