Midlakes senior Eleanor Dorr has won the school’s Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Award and will enter the organization’s optional scholarship competition.
Dorr finished one vote ahead of two other finalists, who tied for second, according to a news release from the Phelps-Clifton Springs Central School District. The senior class chose the recipient after faculty and staff nominated candidates.
The selection process begins with school employees nominating up to three seniors whose conduct reflects the award’s four criteria: dependability, service, leadership and patriotism. Students then vote among those nominees to select their school’s honoree.
Dependability includes honesty, loyalty, punctuality and trustworthiness. The service criterion considers cooperation, courtesy and efforts that help other people.
Leadership encompasses self-control, a willingness to take responsibility, decision-making and the ability to inspire others. The patriotism criterion includes supporting the country, service members and veterans, strengthening communities and appreciating the cultural and historical contributions of America’s population.
Dorr’s school activities span theater, music and athletics. Her Midlakes Theatre Experience roles include Ariel in “The Little Mermaid” and a role in the spring production of “Once Upon a Mattress.”
The district said she earned a Stars of Tomorrow award for Achievement in a Leading Role for each performance. Dorr also participates in the Midlakes Choir.
On the volleyball court, Dorr was named to the All-Tournament Team as the Screaming Eagles won the Section V Class B championship. She also often sings the national anthem before games.
After graduation, Dorr plans to study speech pathology or music therapy. She has opted to pursue the DAR scholarship competition available in connection with the Good Citizen Award.
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