The Cincinnati Enquirer once again is offering a new weekly feature recognizing the accomplishments of cheerleaders, dance team members and their squads: The Spirit Award.
Much like the popular athlete of the week voting,
school fans and friends voted on two weekly ballots (individual and team) for The Spirit Award. Only coaches can provide nominations each week, either for their squads or other teams.Eligible are varsity girls and boys cheerleaders and dancers who exemplify the fruits of the spirit ‒ love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control – while uplifting their squads, the student body and others. Team nominations focus on squads that come together to help each other, work hard, do things
right that week, show outstanding virtues when dealing with or serving others, exceed expectations to prepare something special for the school or take part in any other honorable reason they might be acknowledged.
This week's Spirit Award winners are:
Scarlett Highlands-Amster, Cincinnati Country Day
"She is an outstanding example of leadership, character, and service within our school community. Scarlett is our varsity cheer captain and sole senior cheerleader, and she has embraced that role with maturity, selflessness, and a genuine desire to make those around her better," wrote her coach, Alicia Wall, in an email to The Enquirer.
"She leads not only through her actions, but through the way she treats others. Outside of cheer, Scarlett is a Varsity Golfer, a member of Students Helping Students, and a leader within our student section/Flight Crew. She consistently looks for ways to bring people together, build school spirit, and make others feel included. This year, she also took the initiative to start a new Spirit Club, creating another opportunity for students to connect and get involved in supporting our school. What stands out most about Scarlett is that her leadership extends far beyond a title.
"She is the person who encourages her teammates, celebrates others, serves without needing recognition, and steps up when something needs to be done. Whether she is leading her cheer squad, rallying the student section, supporting another team, helping a fellow student, or creating something new for our school, she does it with a servant’s heart. Scarlett has consistently exceeded expectations in the way she gives of her time, energy, and talents.
"She brings joy and enthusiasm to our school. Her love of CCDS is evident in the commitment she shows to every team and organization she represents. Scarlett is the kind of leader who leaves people and places better than she found them. She uplifts her squad, our student body, and those around her, and she is a wonderful example of what it means to lead through character, service, and genuine care for others."
The Majestic Middie Majorettes
“This is year three for the dance team. After overcoming many obstacles, this year seems to be a great year for the team," wrote their coach Britnee Carter in an email to The Enquirer.
"Our 15 dancers, from ninth to 12th grade, have studied and created something very magical to watch. They show outstanding virtues when dealing with each other. They also serve others with many community service projects. Whether it’s hosting a youth dance camp or volunteering to help, They exceed the expectations set to prepare something special for each football game. I’m beyond proud of them.”
How winners can receive their certificates
Winners can email prepsports@enquirer.com to receive the PDF winners' certificates. They can print the certificates and submit a photo of the winners holding the certificate to mlaughman@enquirer.com. Winners are also welcome to submit a video thanking fans for their votes.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Enquirer announces Spirit Award winners for Sept. 11
