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Heston Dios: 11th grade*
Young Adult Category: ages 16 - 24
Gold Award: 250+ hours
“Throughout high school, I’ve dedicated
more than 300 hours to community
service, with 260 of those spent
volunteering at a summer camp
mentoring 7- and 8-year-olds for an entire
month. These kids might not otherwise
have the chance to enjoy such a meaningful experience, so
we worked hard to give them the best month of their lives.
Upper School Honors Ceremony
“When I was younger, I attended a summer camp and had
an unforgettable time, all thanks to the counselors who
guided, supported and helped shape who I am today. Their
positive impact inspired me to step into that same role to be
a mentor and role model for the next generation of campers.
In addition to the summer camp, I’ve also volunteered with
Feed My Starving Children, an organization that provides
nutritious meals to children in need around the world. It’s
incredibly rewarding to know the food we pack is helping
families who are facing hunger and hardship.
Ninth Grade
Cooper Gill
Maddex Maguregui
John Stuart
“To other students considering community service, I’d say
this: Choose something that genuinely means something
to you. For me, it’s all about uplifting younger kids,
encouraging them
to grow into kind,
strong individuals
and helping families
in poverty-stricken
areas. When your
heart is in it, the
impact you make
becomes even more
powerful.”
The following students were recognized at the
2024 Upper School Honors Ceremony.
Throughout the year, Shelton students have
dedicated significant time to serving the
community. Many of our students have gone
above and beyond the required service hours,
and we are proud to recognize their outstanding
contributions. The following individuals completed
between 50 and 99 hours of community service:
10th Grade
Lola Bridges
Brooke Edwards
Sasha Fairman
Reese Olsen
Miles Schendle
Samuel Turner
Ryder Weidenbaker
11th Grade
Lauren Battaglia
Olivia Breedlove
Katherine Keesy
Isaac Kornbluth
Grafton Robinson
Andi Shapan
Zoya Ukani
12th Grade
Ford Myers
Beatrix Peterson
Jordan Weidenbaker
Savannah Zasa
Presidential Community Service Awards
Teen (Ages 11–15)
Gold (100+ hours):
• Connor Johnson
• Micah McCrary
• Owen Simmons
• Brent Venable
Bronze (50–74 hours):
• Jackson Edwards
• Ella Musick
• James Shell
Young Adult (Ages 16–25)
Gold (250+ hours):
• Heston Dios
Silver (175–249 hours):
• Jane Hirschenberger
Bronze (100–174 hours):
• Addison Carrier
• Maddie Givens
• Catherine Johnson
• Jenah Ramji
• Jonas Ritz-Meuret
• Chloe Weathers
• Kathryn Williams
• Andi Yung
SHELTON SCHOOL
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