DHSS Press Release |
Date: March 17, 1999 DHSS-10-1999 |
| Gregg C. Sylvester, M.D., Secretary Jennifer Castleberry, Communication Director (302) 255-9037, Pager (302) 247-8523 |
Contact: Glen Stubbolo, State Office of Volunteerism Phone: (302) 739-4457 |
MEDIA ADVISORY: GOVERNOR CARPER TO RECOGNIZE OUTSTANDING YOUNG PEOPLE WITH 5TH ANNUAL GOVERNOR'S YOUTH VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARDS
DOVER - Governor Carper will present the 1999 Governor's Youth Volunteer Service celebrating youth volunteerism on Thursday, March 18 at 6:00 p.m. Commenting on the upcoming awards, Governor Carper said," This is a wonderful opportunity to recognize the many valuable contributions that young people make to our state."
The March 18 dinner ceremony at the Modern Maturity Center will recognize 20 individuals and 7 groups of young people, age 18 or younger, for their outstanding volunteer service. Collectively, these young people have volunteered thousands of hours of community service mentoring children, working with the elderly, and helping the disabled, among other activities. Through their actions, these young volunteer leaders have demonstrated the true spirit of volunteerism in Delaware.
Established 5 years ago, the Governor's Youth Volunteer Service awards are co-sponsored by The Office of the Governor, Governor's Council on Volunteer Services, State Office of Volunteerism and Delaware Community Services Commission, Division of State Service Centers, Delaware Health and Social Services. In addition, corporate sponsors include Hercules, Zeneca, MBNA, Delaware River & Bay Authority, First Union, George & Lynch and Conectiv.
| WHO: | Thomas R. Carper, Governor Gregg C. Sylvester, MD, Delaware Health & Social Services Secretary Iris Metts, Department of Education Secreatary Anne Farley, Division of State Service Centers Director |
|---|---|
| WHAT: | 5th Annual Governor's Youth Volunteer Service Awards honoring young people from throughout the state for their community service. |
| WHERE: | Modern Maturity Center, Route 8, Dover. |
| WHEN: | Thursday, March 18, 1999 6:00 p.m. |
Please see attached FACT SHEET for information on Award Recipients.
The Office of the Governor,
Governor's Council on Volunteer Services,
The State Office of Volunteerism and
Delaware Community Service Commission,
Division of State Service Centers,
Delaware Health & Social Services and
Department of Education are pleased to announce...
The 1999 Governor's Youth Volunteer Service Award Recipients
Individuals
New Castle County
| Student Name | School | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Jaye Kelly Armstead | Padua Academy | 12 |
| Molly Bear Farneth | Mt. Pleasant High School | 12 |
| John J. Camponelli, Jr. | A.I. DuPont High School | 11 |
| Aimee Doubet' | St. Ann School | 2 |
| Jonathon Fiske | Mt. Pleasant High School | 12 |
| Gary Morris | Salesianum School | 11 |
| Nicole Steeves | Padua Academy | 12 |
| Y. Christina Tseng | Brandywine High School | 12 |
| Aaron Wright | George Read Middle School | 8 |
Kent County
| Student Name | School | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Crouse | Lake Forest South Elementary | 5 |
| Samuel Ryan Halpern | Dover High School | 12 |
| Melody Kathleen Hernandez | Dover Central Middle School | 8 |
| Sona Karia | Dover High School | 11 |
| Daniela Montanez | Caesar Rodney High School | 12 |
| Jeffery Sullivan | Lake Forest South | 1 |
Sussex County
| Student Name | School | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Bailey | Milford High School | 12 |
| Elizabeth Anne DeVilbiss | Cape Henlopen High School | 11 |
| Christopher Moorefield | Delmar Jr-Sr High School | 7 |
| Molly Marie Murphy | Milford Senior High School | 12 |
| Alison Nolt | Seaford High School | 9 |
Groups
New Castle County
| Project Straight Talk - Bayard House |
| The Williamses - Springer Middle School |
Kent County
| Program for Educational Alternatives in Kent County (PEAK) |
| St. Thomas More Academy Key Club |
| William Henry Middle School - Student Volunteers |
Sussex County
| Sussex Central High School Library Club |
State Wide
| Youth Action Delaware |
Delaware Health and Social Services is committed to improving the quality of the lives of Delaware's citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.
