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Spirit of Inclusion Award
Somerville High School
Somerville, NJ
Themost spirited schools cultivateanatmospherewhere
all students feel welcomed and accepted. This award
was designed to honor one school that goes out its way
to educate students about issues related to diversity
and inclusion. The Life Skills Program at Somerville High
School clearly fit the bill. Somerville invites students to
help out throughout the day, creating a space where
students with and without disabilities can work and
socialize together. Through their efforts to create an
inclusive atmosphere and their mission to end the stigma around Autism Spectrum Disorders,
Somerville has forged lifelong friendships that extend beyond the classroom.
Burkburnett High School –
Burkburnett, TX
The PALS program at Burkburnett
have a mission of promoting
kindness, school spirit and positivity to
all students throughout the school.
Monsignor Edward Pace High
School. Miami Gardens, FL
The theater program at Monsignor
Edward Pace High School accepts
and embraces a diverse group of
students, providing a place where
students feel comfortable and
supported.
Torrey Pines High School, San
Diego, CA
The Torrey Pines Sparkles cheer team
demonstrates how inclusion in just
one program can impact the entire
student body.
Outstanding Student Section Award
Chapin High School
Chapin, SC
When Varsity Brands launched the search for the
nation’s best high school student section, they hoped
to find a unified, organized group of students that
backs school clubs and athletics with sportsmanship
and style.Chapin High School’s pep club immediately
stood out for their collaborative and enthusiastic
mindset. The Pep Club holds monthly meetings to
gather feedback from the student body, ensuring
that all game night themes and spirit weeks reflect
what students want. The Chapin student section
never fails to bring their passion and creativity to
school events year-round.
Antelope High School,
Antelope, CA
The Antelope Red Zone
considers themselves
one big, loud, clapping,
cheering family who
unconditionally support
their school’s athletic
departments.
Great Oak High School,
Temecula, CA
The Great Oak Red Wave
has become so popular
that the stands can barely
hold all the student; their
presence extends beyond
game night to school plays
and other events.
Traverse City West High
School, Traverse City, MI
The Bleacher Creatures
and Bucket Brigade are
known as the best in the
state for their positivity
and large-scale student
participation.
Somerville High School,
Somerville, NJ
The Pioneer Pack, made up
of all school levels, cheer
on their athletes at home
and away games with
creativity, enthusiasm and
the utmost sportsmanship.
Finalist
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