Student Leadership Philosophy

My faith and belief in God defines who I am in all aspects of my life; as a student, daughter, friend, and citizen. “For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”(Jeremiah 29:11 NIV). 1 This scripture is the guiding principle for my life. I believe in this scripture and I honor what it says by the way I live my life.

As a student, I work hard to exceed expectations in order to achieve the life that God has for me. I try to set myself apart from other students by being a model student. I strive to be a student leader, one who teachers enjoy having in their class because I am hard working, exhibit positive behavior and am always respectful. My freshman

I believe that a leader is someone who knows how to properly guide others, as well as rely on others when needed. I also believe in leading by example as the bible says in Titus 2:7, “In everything set them an example by doing what is good...” I believe that how I behave, how I interact with teachers, others adults, and students can provide a positive influence for my peers. I hold several student leadership roles at school. I am a member of STUCO (student council) and DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America), a global organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges. I am also a member of two mentoring groups, Dulles Diamonds and PALS (Peer Assistance &Leadership), which provide peer positive support to address issues like bullying, low achievement, at-risk youth, and behavior problems. Additionally, I am cheer captain for the Dulles Cheer Varsity Squad. Not only has being a Cheer Captain taught me how to work with others, but also how to effectively communicate, influence, and lead people from diverse backgrounds and

One of the biggest benefits of volunteering is the satisfaction of serving others and making a difference in my community. I perform a lot of volunteer work within my school clubs, as well as my church and various other organizations. I am a member of the school organization Y.E.S. (Youth Expanding Service) a program that encourages students to make a difference in our community through a wide variety of community services. Key club is another school organization that helps build character, develop leadership, and provide service, this club has allowed me to be involved in many volunteer opportunities. One of my favorite volunteer projects was a huge community event during Christmas where I assembled toys and gifts to give away to children and their families. For many years, during the Christmas holidays I’ve performed many community service hours with the Angel Tree ministry at my church. This ministry provides clothing and gifts to children whose parents are incarcerated. Additionally, I’ve volunteered at Ronald McDonald House, preparing meals and serving food to sick children and their