Students participate in food drives and service projects to help those in need and serve the community.
One of the school’s moral focus virtues is gratitude. In February of 2007, students put the virtue into action by presenting the “Thank You for Leading the Way” awards to recognize community leaders and their extraordinary contributions. Vista Voices performed and students read poetry and tributes to express their gratitude for the heroism demonstrated by the award recipients. Those honored included State Representative Robert Dean, Valerie Simmons, an attorney at Warner Norcross & Judd and Dr. Robert Richard, the medical director of Cherry Street Health Services. A surprise award was given to Mr. Grandy for his outstanding leadership in the school and Grand Rapids community. J.C. Huizenga, founder of National Heritage Academies, was present to support the students and address the audience.
From left to right: J.C. Huizenga, State Representative Robert Dean, Robert S., Joe Grandy
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