Allyson Horst, and Alfa Vergara-Nunez from Collier high school were selected as Bank of America Student Leaders
Two high school students from Collier County, Florida, Allyson Horst, and Alfa Vergara-Nunez, were selected as Bank of America Student Leaders for 2022. The Student Leaders program is a paid internship that provides students with hands-on learning experiences in their communities. The program recognizes 300 community-focused juniors and seniors from across the U.S. every year. Allyson and Alfa were two of the lucky few to be selected for this prestigious program.
Allyson Horst, a student at Barron Collier High School, founded the Health and Humanity Club. This club focuses on addressing poverty and homelessness through volunteering and partnering with local organizations. Allyson’s passion for helping her community started at a young age when she volunteered with her family at St. Matthew’s House, a local organization that helps those in need. Allyson’s experience at St. Matthew’s House inspired her to create the Health and Humanity Club, where she could make a bigger impact by involving more people. The club’s activities include organizing food drives, volunteering at local homeless shelters, and partnering with organizations to provide health care services to those in need. Allyson’s dedication to helping those in need is an inspiration to others, and her work with the Health and Humanity Club has made a significant impact on her community.
Alfa Vergara-Nunez, a student at Naples High School, is dedicated to giving back to her Hispanic community. As a minority with parents who were not fluent in English, Alfa understands the struggles faced by immigrant families. She attended New Horizons from kindergarten to eighth grade, a school that helps students who are not fluent in English learn the language and succeed academically. Now, Alfa volunteers at New Horizons, helping other students as she succeeds. Alfa’s passion for helping her community comes from her own experiences, and her work at New Horizons is an inspiration to others.
The Bank of America Student Leaders program provides students like Allyson and Alfa with the opportunity to gain real-world experience and make a difference in their communities. The program is designed to help young people develop leadership skills, promote civic engagement, and prepare for the future. By providing paid internships and other resources, the program enables students to make a meaningful impact in their communities while also gaining valuable skills and experiences.
The Bank of America Student Leaders program is just one example of how businesses and organizations can help young people succeed. Programs like this provide students with the resources and support they need to achieve their goals and make a positive impact in their communities. By investing in young people, we are investing in the future of our communities and our country.
Allyson and Alfa’s selection as Bank of America Student Leaders is a testament to their dedication and hard work. These two students have shown that they have what it takes to make a difference in their communities, and their selection for this program is well-deserved. As they continue their work in their communities and prepare for the future, they are sure to inspire others to do the same. Their example shows that with hard work and dedication, anyone can make a positive impact in their community, regardless of age or background.
Sources:
- https://youtu.be/ib-Kkkt4_Ko
- https://abc-7.com/news/2022/07/12/2-collier-high-school-students-selected-as-bank-of-america-student-leaders/
- https://naples.floridaweekly.com/articles/two-collier-high-school-students-selected-as-2022-student-leaders/
- https://chat.openai.com/
- https://readloud.net/
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