By LACHLAN MOORHEAD
STUDENTS in Casey know the meaning of community spirit.
This was evident when 41 students from 39 local schools were recognised last month at the 2015 Holt Community Spirit and Leadership Awards which were held at the Cranbourne Community Theatre.
The annual awards ceremony – now in its 14th year – was hosted by Holt MP Anthony Byrne and saw more than 200 people attend.
“These awards recognise the outstanding contribution made by the students and the difference their hard work and dedication has made to their schools and the wider community,” Mr Byrne said.
Among those recognised on the night was Haley Kelly from Cranbourne West Primary School.
The Year 4 student is actively involved in numerous clubs at school and is always the first to offer help to others.
She is a choir captain and ukulele mentor and has also been assisting with the Cranbourne West Primary School Breakfast and Brunch Club since she was three years old.
Angelo Leaupepe from Hallam Senior College was also recognised as a promising athlete and received a rookie contract with the Melbourne Storm.
Despite numerous setbacks and injuries, Angelo has devoted his time to training hard and using his gifts and abilities to serve his school and community, all while managing his final year of school and VCE.
“It was a great honour to present these awards on behalf of the community,” Mr Byrne said.
“I am very proud of the local community and the inspirational efforts of our kids who are making our community a better place.”
All award recipients received a framed certificate and a Village Cinemas voucher.
