NRHS Students Earn Impact Awards
North Ridgeville High School proudly celebrates 47 students who have been recognized by the United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) and InnerView as part of the eighth annual Community Service Impact Awards. These students are being honored not only for their dedication to service, but for the meaningful difference they are making in their community and beyond.
Through their collective efforts, North Ridgeville students contributed more than 3,748 hours of community service this year, earning the prestigious Sapphire School Impact Award. This level of commitment reflects the equivalent of nearly two full-time employees working year-round to address real-world challenges. Their work supported initiatives aligned with Quality Education and other global goals, demonstrating how local actions can create lasting, global impact.
In addition, students were recognized through The Kroger Co.’s Zero Hero Awards for their efforts to reduce hunger and waste, and by ServeOhio for their outstanding volunteer service addressing critical community needs across the state.
These accomplishments place North Ridgeville students among a nationwide network of young changemakers who collectively contributed over 2.3 million hours of service, representing an estimated $78 million in community impact.
“Our students continue to show what it means to lead with purpose,” said Mrs. Meghan Hignite, Principal of North Ridgeville High School. “Their commitment to serving others, addressing real needs, and taking initiative in their community is something we are incredibly proud of. These achievements reflect not only their hard work, but their compassion and vision for making a difference.”
The Community Service Impact Awards program highlights student service that builds real-world skills while addressing pressing community challenges. Students are recognized at three levels—Merit (40 hours), Honor (60 hours), and Ambassador (100+ hours)—encouraging sustained engagement and leadership in service.
Beyond recognition, participating students also receive a digital service impact resume, showcasing their achievements, skills, and commitment.
Congratulations to all our students!
Ambassador Awardees: Reagan Ball, Ali Komilov, Alex Maropakis, Robert Perkey, Hailey White
Honor Awardees: Ryan Anderson, Simon Annor, Jeremiah Baker, Serena Baki, Jason Begalla, Paige Bielozer, Faith Brady, Frank Brady, Daniel Caldwell, Brooklyn Coughlin, Dylan DeShazo, Sean Giannetta, Jordis Greenly, Mason Hoff, Jakob Holland, Maria Imbrigiotta, Daniel Justiniani, Braydin Laszlo, Eric Lengauer, Ahmed Malid, Clay Monastra, Luke Mroz, Kaylin Murton, Maxwell Mylonas, Paige Orzo, Gino Packard, Olivia Palcic, Brayden Rosado, Owen Scott, Brianna Semmens, Logan Short, Oliver Smith, Matthew Snead, Brian Strippy, Omar Sulaiman, Alyssa Taylor, Averi Wuorinen
Merit Awardees: Tyler Aliff, Evan Balmert, Ahmed Elayyan, Hailey Hatfield, Lily Ulisky
Zero Hero Awardees: Serena Baki, Daniel Justiniani, Maxwell Mylonas