Local 6th Grader attending People to People
in Washington D.C.
February 21, 2007
Sammy Huss is a 6th grader from Hemingford Public Schools and was nominated last year to participate in People to People World Leadership Forum by her teachers. People to People is for students that show academic excellence, as well as outstanding leadership potential. People to People's World Leadership Forums are held each spring and fall in Washington, D.C. As a World Leadership Forum student leader, Sammy will join some of the world's top 6th, 7th and 8th graders for a week of interactive leadership training from members of the U.S. Congress and other government officials. She will also gain a deeper understanding of the accomplishments of America's most prominent leaders throughout the history of the United States.
After being nominated Sammy actually pursued this honor even though it was going to cost around $3,000 to go. She has worked so hard, having several different fund raisers, saving birthday/Christmas money, working on a paper route and getting donations from businesses, family and friends. She is the one putting for the effort too. Sometimes on things like this the parents just foot the bill, not this girl, she’s worked hard for every dime. As part of the program she is actually required to do 3 assignments before she goes too, just to be prepared.
She is so excited to go and flies to Washington, D.C. on Friday the 2th. She will be staying a week in D.C. learning about the city and our country. Miss Huss says, “This is going to be a life changing experience. I hope I learn a lot and make new friends. THANKS for everyone that has helped me to go. When I get back I would love to share my experiences with you.” For more information on the program go to www.wlfleaders.org
Miss Samantha studying for her exciting trip
Local 6th Grader attending People to People
| Date | Subject | Posted by: |
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| 02/22/2007 | Sami--I am sooooooooooo very proud of all of your hard work and effort that you put forth in everything that you do! I wasn't surprised at all to hear that you were chosen for this leadership forum! You are an excellent role model and leader both in and out of school. I can only hope that my three daughters will watch you and follow in your foot steps. I am really proud of you! Mrs. Messersmith | Micki Messersmith messer@panesu.org Hemingford teacher |
| 02/22/2007 | Sammy, I can't wait for you to get back and share with the class all of the WONDERFUL information and experiences you are going to learn! SAFE travels!! | Mrs. Haas khaas@panesu.org Hemingford Teacher |
| 02/23/2007 | Good for you Sammy! I was going to go, but my parents wouldn't let me. Good job! |
Richard Heule
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| 02/25/2007 | Samantha, You are so awesome and I am so proud of you!! I can't wait to hear all about your trip when you get back! Love you lots! Kim | Auntie greeneyedgirl70@msn.com Colorado |
