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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. JACK BERGMAN
of michigan
in the house of representatives
Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Isabella Weller on earning the most prestigious award in Girl Scouting, the Gold Award. Isabella is a member of Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore, Troop 8686, and has exemplified extraordinary leadership, innovative problem-solving, and a demonstrated commitment to making a lasting, positive impact.
to tackle the most pressing challenges facing their communities and the world with measurable, sustainable, and far-reaching results. To earn the Girl Scout Gold Award, high school-aged Girl Scouts must identify and investigate an issue they care about, devise a plan, and then lead a team of experts and community members to implement a project that produces lasting change. Over the course of 1 to 2 years, Gold Award Girl Scouts demonstrate significant initiative, commitment, and leadership, distinguishing them from their peers. Through their resourcefulness and perseverance, they embody the Girl Scout Law to truly make the world a better place.
Isabella's project, the “Caring Closet,” sought to help students in her high school who were not able to access clothing or Winter necessities. Isabella developed a clothing closet in partnership with the Northmen Den and Petoskey High School, allowing students to access essential items including shirts, pants, shoes, coats, and more in a safe and nonjudgmental environment. Amassing over 2,500 pounds of donated clothing, Isabella's closet served many students at her high school by creating a sustainable and reliable resource for those in need.
Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Michigan's 1st Congressional District, I congratulate Isabella Weller for achieving the highest distinction in Girl Scouts, the Gold Award. I thank Isabella for her leadership and the positive, lasting change she has made in our community.