2010/06/02 Council Agenda Packet

Ages 12-15 Steven Rea Steven Rea is a 12-year-old fifth grader at Northshore Christian Academy. Steven is very active in Boy Scout Troop 91, which is a tremendous vehicle for developing confidence and leadership skills. Last year, at his first week long scout camp, Steven was the only first-year scout who earned an Archery merit badge. Steven even helped on an Eagle Scout project to renovate a local dog park. Steven also plays soccer in the Washington Regional Club League, which is a league that consists of the top 20 clubs from around the state and is the highest level of soccer offered to youth in Washington. One of the most unique experiences for Steven, and what has shaped his character more than anything else, is his four mission trips to Lar Batista Children's Home in Brazil. He was only 7 years old when he took his first mission trip. Steven shows true compassion for the orphan children he meets on the trips, and considers these trips to be his greatest achievement so far in his life. Steven also recently assisted his school food drive to help Haitian refugees following a major earthquake. The greatest obstacle that Steven has overcome has been learning how to read with dyslexia. Steven's inspiration comes from his mom and dad, and he hopes someday to become a pro soccer player or an engineer. He describes himself as adventurous, athletic and entertaining. Divya Advani Divya Advani is a 13-year-old 7th grader at Evergreen Middle School. Divya is the oldest of three children and both her parents are hearing impaired. In her own words, Divya has said, "Living with deaf parents is a blessing. I know a different language, and I can express my emotions with my face."