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April 2, 2004

Lake-Sumter Community College Student Presented Governors Points of Light Award

Governor Jeb Bush presented the Points of Light Award to LSCC student Ashley Michelle Berry on March 30.

LEESBURG - Ashley Michelle Berry, a sophomore nursing student at Lake-Sumter Community College, was singled out during the March 30th Capital-for-a-Day event in Leesburg, when she was personally recognized by Governor Jeb Bush. He presented her the prestigious Points of Light Award, which honors Floridians who demonstrate exemplary service to their communities. She was also recognized the same day by Floridas Commissioner of Education Jim Horne and Lake-Sumter Community College President Dr. Charles Mojock, during a special meeting held at the college for area educators.

Lake-Sumter Community College President Dr. Charles Mojock (left) joined Florida Commissioner of Education Jim Horne in recognizing LSCC student Ashley Michelle Berry for receiving the governors Points of Light Award.

Ms. Berry donates her time four days a week to mentor thirty at-risk middle school students, and to coordinate and maintain the Governors Mentoring Initiative program at six Lake County elementary schools. Through Ashleys mentoring efforts, many parents of at-risk students are becoming more involved in their childrens education, said Governor Bush. Ashleys spirit to help others will inspire other young adults to get more involved in their community. Ashleys recruiting efforts and dedication has helped the program to expand to nearly 660 students.

She also works with Pastor Ken Scrubbs, at the First Baptist Church of Leesburg, in its weekend ministry of mentoring 250 at-risk students. He adds, Ashleys a fine example in the African American community. She stands out with a boldness for family, spirituality, education and community.

The Governors Points of Light Award is sponsored by Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises. A panel of judges, comprised of leaders in the areas of volunteerism and service, evaluate all nominations and make recommendations to the governor. Volunteer Florida Foundation administers the award.