Amira Lewis is from Central Dauphin High School and was nominated by Melissa Mellott.
With limited support at home, Amira struggled with her grades in 9th and 10th grade. Amira got into trouble and was suspended her freshman year. She was more concerned with her social life than her grades. Amira realized in her junior and senior years that she had to make up for her missed time the first half of high school. She worked hard to turn her grades around, joined the school musical and helps take care of her uncle's children.
Amira hopes to have a career in the music field - producing and creating music. She is very creative and wants to use that gift someday in a career.
Mrs. Mellott, who nominated Amira, emphaisized Amira's hard work to turn her grades and priorities around which is why she was nominated for this award. Mrs. Mellott says, "Amira is so kind and compassionate and would be a great choice for this award."