EMHS students recognized as HOBY leaders
William Kemler, a sophomore at East Meadow High School, was recently selected as a Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership ambassador for the 2020-2021 school year and Mikayla Verdi, also a sophomore at East Meadow High School, was named an alternate winner.
Founded in 1958, HOBY is an organization that strives to inspire and develop young volunteers to a life dedicated to leadership, service and innovation.
The HOBY award is given to sophomores throughout the country who best represent characteristics such as outstanding communication skills, sensitivity to the needs and concerns of others, courage to speak out for one’s beliefs and strong decision-making skills.
Both students will participate in the HOBY Leadership Seminar, which will be held virtually in June 2021.
—Brian Stieglitz
