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OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE

HYPE also helped me build strong connections with a succession of lessons which must be lived to be understood,”
other students who were equally motivated to learn, and the HYPE program truly reflects that idea. Through
serve, and grow. The friendships formed through shared real-world experiences and meaningful service, I learned
service projects and meaningful conversations made each lessons I will carry with me into the future.
experience richer and more impactful. Being surrounded
by people with different backgrounds and perspectives Being part of HYPE helped me grow more confident,
taught me the value of empathy and teamwork. Every compassionate, and aware of the role I can play in making
meeting offered something new, whether it was a a positive impact in Lubbock. It sparked a flame of service
leadership lesson, a service opportunity, or a deeper within me; one I hope to continue fueling and sharing
understanding of the community I call home. with others as a new generation steps forward to serve.

Everything I gained through HYPE continues to influence
how I approach life today. Helen Keller once said, “Life is

The Advice That Still Echoes

Spring brings graduations - and reflections. Many seniors don’t realize that a few words once shared may still be
shaping a young person’s life today.

High school seniors are often asked who influenced them most. Frequently, they name someone who offered
encouragement at just the right moment—a parent, grandparent, aunt or uncle, teacher, coach, or church leader.

Want to preserve mentoring memories? Try this:
• Think of a child, grandchild, niece or nephew, student, or youth you encouraged
• Write down what you said—and when it mattered
• Note what was happening in their life at the time

Don’t assume they forgot.
Even small encouragement can become part of someone’s story
—and part of their family history. Your words may still be echoing.

Want more family history help? Join the South Plains Genealogical Society Every 3rd Monday
www.spgstx.org for our free Beginner Genealogy Class at the Mar 16, Apr 20, May 18
Mahon Library Community Room. 7 PM