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Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch recently awarded the Lt. Governor’s Brilliant Firefly Award to two local youth: Leo Berry of Carmel, and Hannah Doran of Zionsville.
The Indiana Lieutenant Governor’s Brilliant Firefly is awarded to young Hoosiers who have distinguished themselves by demonstrating outstanding community service, exemplary academic achievement, and exceptional leadership in their communities and are “lighting Indiana’s future.”
Leo Berry, a sixth-grader at Carmel Clay Schools, received the Lt. Gov. Brilliant Firefly Award because of his demonstration of exceptional engagement with the legislative process as well as his dedication and devotion to protecting the environment through his leadership with student-led not-for-profit Helping Ninjas.
Berry’s petition to help conserve Indiana Wetlands received over 30,000 signatures, which he hand-delivered to Governor Eric Holcomb this April. Lt. Gov. Crouch commended Berry for his efforts and the use of his voice, saying she encourages all young people to do so.
Brilliant Firefly recipient Hannah Doran demonstrated considerable leadership, drive, and dedication to improving her community. A senior at Zionsville High School, Doran’s admirable efforts to integrate and unify ZHS political party student groups were also acknowledged.
Lt. Gov. Crouch applauded Hannah Doran, Zionsville, for being a fierce advocate for adolescent and teen mental health, and for her time spent volunteering at The Cabin Counseling & Resource Center, Inc. to help promote counseling services. (Photo provided)
Lt. Gov. Crouch applauded Doran for being a fierce advocate for adolescent and teen mental health, and for her time spent volunteering at The Cabin Counseling & Resource Center, Inc. to help promote counseling services.
Lt. Gov. Crouch, State Senator J.D. Ford, and State Representative Maureen Bauer presented the award on Tuesday, Aug. 17 at the Indiana Statehouse.
For more information or to make a nomination, click here.
Helping Ninjas is actively seeking local youth participants and corporate sponsors to help inspire and engage more youth to become highly skilled at helping the world. To learn more, go to helpingninjas.com.