High School Students Volunteer Reflections
Enjoy select reflections (you may want to grab a few tissues!)
From Requirement to Real Connection
“ “A school project once a chore, now a daily source of happiness… Where a once judgy volunteer, now open-hearted leader, helps two worlds connect.” ”
Breaking Stereotypes: The Real Power of Inclusion
“It is heartwarming to watch a child in a wheelchair be able to get up on a horse and have the pride of being the tallest person around, and have the mobility of someone not only with two legs, but with four.”
Overcoming the Fear of the First Step
“Initially a little intimidating, I’m so grateful I took the leap... I think the hardest part of starting a service project is just beginning it, so to anyone questioning whether or not they should become involved, I would say to just try.”
The Golden Chain of Love
“Working with disabled kids helped me realize that everyone in this world is interconnected and no matter how seemingly different people seem, we are really all one.”
Finding My Voice as a Leader
“Leading a horse takes strength and confidence since it is your job to keep everyone safe. Having control over such a large animal helped me gain confidence in my abilities as a leader.”
The Power of Normalcy and Dignity
“Before volunteering, I had never spent a lot of time with special needs children so I was uncomfortable... After weeks of volunteering, I have grown to be more comfortable just acting normally... This normalcy helps ease the tension.”