Left to right, Will Ellsworth, Moira Cummings, Alison Schulte, Maya Millette, Richard Shi, Megan Gauger, and Trey Feldeisen stand together the day of their awards.

Greenhills students Moira Cummings, Will Ellsworth, Trey Feldeisen, Megan Gauger, Maya Millette, Alison Schulte, and Richard Shi were presented their awards at a ceremony June 2. Altogether 24 students from around the county earned the honor, which recognizes outstanding work in the community during the school year.

The program fits well with Greenhills’ own service learning program, which encourages students to pursue their passions through individual projects and contribute as leaders during school-wide activities. The Greenhills Service Learning Program encourages students to become active members of the community by participating in projects like T.Wall/B. Ball, an annual event at which students welcome over 300 children with special needs for a day of fun at Greenhills.

Participants in the United Way’s seven-year-old program must be in grades 9-12 and complete 145 hours of verified volunteer work. Learn more about the program here. One participant each year also earns a $1,000 scholarship from the Huron Valley Labor Federation, which partners with United Way on the program.

United Way President Pam Smith joined the United Auto Workers’ Frank Gates and the Communications Workers of America’s Gloria Llamas to present the awards.

“We’re delighted to recognize these students for their outstanding achievements in community service – more than 5,000 hours in less than one year!” Smith said. “Truly amazing work.”