If your student wants to help others, contribute to their community, or start a project of their own but isn’t sure how to begin, this session is the perfect starting point.
Each speaker will share how they discovered an issue they cared about, the first steps they took, the challenges they faced, and how they grew their impact over time. Students will learn where to find opportunities, how to start small, and how their actions can create real change.
Parents will gain insights on how to nurture a child’s compassion and support them in their community-building efforts.
Featuring NSHSS ambassadors and scholarship winners who turned their passions into meaningful community projects.
NSHSS Ambassador Vice President | Meeting Host & Speaker
Antonio is an up-and-coming politician dedicated to improving his community. Whether he's working on political campaigns or participating in school clubs and activities, Antonio is always ready to help. He is attending the University of Central Florida for Political Science—and in 2044, he hopes to run for President of the United States!
NSHSS Ambassador Senior Mentors Team Lead | Speaker
D'Liyah (Liyah) is a rising high school senior and aspiring attorney with a passion for leadership, community, friendship, and making a difference. She currently serves as Senior Ambassador Team Lead and previously held the role of Vice President from 9th through 11th grade. Outside of the courtroom and community, you'll find Liyah spending time with her family and church, planning her next trip, and chasing her dreams. Her motto? Lead with love, Walk with purpose & Make every move count.
Ambassador Social Media Engagement & Review Team Lead | Speaker
Ari is a senior at TECCA Connections Academy in Massachusetts. For the past two years, Ari has worked at KinderCare Learning Centers in a toddler classroom and is excited to continue working with children as a pediatric behavioral health clinician in the future. She is very passionate about child and abnormal psychology, advocacy, and anything that requires creativity. She is rarely spotted without a Dunkin’ Refresher.
