Alexandra goes "gold"
Alexandra Dedonato, a senior at High School West and a member of Girl Scout Troop 2479, has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award—the highest honor in Girl Scouts—by leading a project that has made a meaningful impact at High School West and in the community.
Alexandra organized a community clothing drive that collected more than 100 pieces of professional attire and volunteered over 100 hours of service to help expand the reach of the Brookhaven-based organization Dress for Success through her “Career Corner” initiative.
“It was nice to help women and hopefully help them get jobs and reenter the workforce,” Alexandra said.
Her project partnered with Dress for Success to help women and students access professional clothing and resources needed for interviews, competitions, and career opportunities. Alexandra also collaborated with High School West DECA advisor Mrs. Stephanie Torlentino to create a new “Career Closet” at High School West, giving students free access to professional clothing for interviews, mock trials, and other important events.
Through leadership, dedication, and teamwork, Alexandra’s Gold Award project empowers students and women to feel confident, prepared, and ready for future success.
Alexandra will be honored at an awards dinner this coming spring.
For more information about Dress for Success, head to their website .
