Radnor Sophomore Recognized For Peer Health Contributions

WAYNE, PA – A Radnor High School sophomore found herself among a group semifinalists for an award that recognizes exceptional teens for their significant contributions to the health and well-being of their peers and young people.

Sophomore Alisha Davis was recently named one of 1o semifinalists for the Global Teen Health Week's Teen Champion Award, the Radnor Township School District said. Teens in Delaware, Montgomery, and Chester counties are permitted to participate in the award contest.

She attended the Global Teen Health Week kickoff event at The Center for Families in Bryn Mawr on March 18.

Requirements for nomination included letters of nomination from a peer, coach, teacher, clergy or employer. Semifinalists show great passion and compassion for promoting education, communication and resilience, the district said.

In addition to the presentation of the Teen Champion Award, this year's Global Teen Health Week kickoff event featured remarks by PennCare Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine's Janice Hillman, MD and a Yoga and Mindfulness Program presented by Suki Kermes and Gloria Shepard, M.Ed.

Teen Health Week is an annual initiative encouraging teens to take charge of their physical and mental health, and helping them develop a lifetime of healthy habits.

A major focus of the multitude of events is educating teens and adults about teen health issues, including raising awareness of how teens are affected by preventive care, vaccine, diet and exercise, violence, self-harm, oral health, and mental and sexual issues.

The Teen Champion award is presented annually by PennCare Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine.

Congratulations and good luck, Alisha!

Pictured above are Alisha Davis and Radnor High School social worker Christine Kulp

Image via Radnor Township School District