News
26 July, 2024
Mount Mee students shine with Local Heroes Grants
Eight promising students from Mount Mee State School have been announced as recipients of Member for Glass House Andrew Powell’s second round of 2024 Local Heroes Grants.
The students are currently taking part in a three-session leadership course from VIRB – Virtues Improving Relational Behaviours, with the total cost per student being $69 .
Given the school was unable to absorb the entire cost for each student alone, Mr Powell “was pleased” to pitch in half with their $250 grant.
The initiative aims to enhance students’ relational skills and leadership qualities over three intensive sessions. Refl ecting on the selections, Mr Powell expressed his enthusiasm for supporting local educational initiatives.
“It’s a well-known fact that I love supporting our local schools in any way I can. So to see so many of them applying for my Local Heroes Grants, I was stoked!” Mr. Powell stated.
“I expanded the awards to six winners this round, driven by my commitment to empowering our schools and students through these grants.”
The Mount Mee community applauds these eff orts, recognizing the positive impact on youth development and educational enrichment in the region.
Other recipients included Beerburrum State School, Warriors Netball Club, Sculpture on the Edge, Beerburrum State School, and Glasshouse Christian College student, Ashton Van Straten.
To apply for round three of Local Heroes Grants, visit https://www.andrewpowell.com.au/local-heroes/ before Friday 23rd August.
