Jamaal Willis
South Region
Chapter 93 – Barstow High School
Adviser Andrea Stetler

Jamaal Willis is a student at Barstow High School where he is the president of his CSF chapter.    With CSF he has participated in Honor Day, Club Rush, and coordinated events with virtual speakers from institutions like Columbia and Yale.   Jamal is also the ASB president, and Captain of the Mock Trial team.  He is a member of CLEW Club (Community Leadership Empowerment Workshop), Key Club, and PRISM.  Athletically, he is the varsity captain in track and field, and a varsity football player.  Jamaal is an activist for the ACLU, and the NAACP, and is a staff member for Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership.  Other volunteer activities he has been involved in are a virtual town hall, the Barstow County Library, the Veterans Home of California, and Student Voices/R.E.A.C.H. 

Jamaal has received many accolades and awards, among which are the AP Scholar Award, the Rotary Youth Leadership Award, and a Certificate of Commendation from the California State Assembly.  While studying, volunteering, and playing sports, Jamaal has also been an intern for a California Assemblyman, an AP Live Streamer, and worked 50 hours a week as a thrift store assistant. 

Andrea Stetler, Jamaal’s CSF Adviser, states that Jamaal embodies the CSF motto of “Scholars for Service”, “His school and community service is motivated by a strong sense of social justice and compassion.” 

California Assemblyman Mike A. Gipson wrote Jamaal’s community letter of recommendation.  Mr. Gipson sees Jamaal as very passionate, and “…he has demonstrated the skills, experience and commitment needed in helping residents…and played an important role in addressing community issues by volunteering countless hours as an intern.” 

Although faced with life challenges, Jamaal says in his personal statement, “…I’ve learned to accept myself…I demand to be heard and am steadfast in making future generations matter.”  Jamaal’s motto is “I do what I do not for myself but for those around me and the betterment of my community.”

Jamaal hopes to attend either Stanford University or Harvard University, majoring in Political Science and International Relations.

Aaron Morales
Central Coast Region
Chapter 873 – Archbishop Mitty High School
Adviser Janie Falcone

Sarah Yum is a student at Archbishop Mitty High School in San Jose.  Sarah is a Student Ambassador in her CSF chapter, and last year was Lead Organizer for Teens-For-Teens Christmas Drive.  She has also been a Back to School Night Volunteer, a Peer Tutor, and an Open House Representative.  Sarah is the president of the Archbishop Mitty ASB, and Archbishop Mitty Speech and Debate.  She is a team member for Archbishop Mitty Campus Ministry, and a member of the varsity badminton team. 

Sarah’s community service includes being a volunteer at the Silicon Valley Korean School, a Sunday Friends volunteer, and an election canvasser and youth leader for the South Bay Youth Changemakers.  She has earned awards as an AP Scholar of Distinction, and a National Merit Scholar, as well as the St. Francis of Assisi Award for Service.  Sarah is employed at a nutrition coordinator with Sunday Friends. 

The CSF Adviser at Archbishop Mitty High School, Janie Falcone, describes Sarah as thoughtful, persistent, passionate, and independent.  Mrs. Falcone explains, “It is hard not to be impressed by Sarah’s creativity and devotion to helping our faculty and student body maintain some happiness during tough times.  Sarah loves meeting new people, and being part of her communities.  She takes great pride and care in doing her best in everything that she is involved in.” 

The Activity Director for Sunday Friends, a nonprofit organization that serves families from underserved communities in San Jose, Shiloh Hampole, explains that due to Sarah’s assertiveness, enthusiasm, and reliability, she quickly became the go-to volunteer when they needed help with an expected issue.  Ms. Shiloh explains, “She has always been an excellent role model that goes above and beyond in her interactions with each child.  Overall, Sarah displays all of the positive qualities we like to see in our volunteers, and we are certain that she will continue to carry these strengths with her into the future.” 

In her personal statement, Sarah begins, “Service isn’t just a one-time opportunity.  It is continuous care and consideration for others in hopes to build a stronger community.  I have been serving others since the 3rd grade…CSF first gave me the platform to empower and uplift others through leadership opportunities.  As a leader, scholar, and creator, I hope to continue finding ways to serve people and communities for future years to come.” 

Sarah plans to attend either Stanford University or the University of Pennsylvania, and major in Political Science and Business.

Kane Sjoberg
Central Region
Chapter 260 – Thomas A. Edison High School
Adviser David Wisar

Kane Sjoberg is a student at Edison High School in Fresno and serves as Vice President for his CSF chapter. He is an officer for the Model United Nations and Philosophy Clubs, and has participated in the Math, French, Battle of the Books, and Chess Clubs. Kane is also the team captain of both the swim and water polo teams. The water polo team won a championship, and was runner-up (2nd place) the following year. Kane individually qualified for Valley Championships (Section Finals) all four years. Through his experiences with these teams, he developed as a leader inspiring him to form inclusive locker rooms. Kane writes “Mutual respect for human dignity is unifying, and leaders garner respect through compassion and humility; coercion inspires intimidation and fear.”

Slaten R. Van Saun, volunteer photographer for Fresno USD, describes Kane as someone with “an endless hunger for knowledge and to learn as much as possible.” Consequently, when Mr. Van Saun set out on a complete backyard renovation project, he asked for Kanes’ assistance because he felt Kane would challenge both to perform their best. Kane demonstrated a similar dedication to the Fresno County Public Library. His CSF advisor, David Wisar, writes “he managed a budget, connected with various French language community groups for input, and helped build a robust catalog so that anyone in the community could have access to resources they need to learn French regardless of status or funding.”

Kane will attend Harvard University and is interested in astrophysics or planetary sciences.

Soloman Kim Anderson
South Central Region
Chapter 542 – Adolfo Camarillo High School
Adviser Colleen Colborn

Soloman Kim Anderson is a student at Adolfo Camarillo High School in Camarillo, CA where he serves as his chapter’s Co-President.  He has been active in numerous community service activities including blood drives, Food drives, a home building project, and helping to install smoke detectors in low income neighborhoods. He has also worked with and served as an officer in several clubs on campus like the Red Cross Treasurer, Naturally Green, and NHS.  He was invited to US Youth Olympic Trials in Short Track Speed Skating and has competed at the US Nationals as well. 

His adviser, Colleen Colborn states “Soloman has always been a proactive member of our club and board, using his connections to other organizations on and off campus to contribute to our CSF chapter.” 

While Soloman is still undecided on which college to attend this fall, he is planning on studying BioChemistry.

Eliane Campbell
North Region
Chapter 1054 – Downieville High School
Adviser Lynn Fillo

Eliane Campbell is a senior at Downieville Jr/Sr High School in Downieville, California and serves as her chapter’s Vice President.  Not only is she involved in numerous sports, such as Golf, Basketball, Tennis, and Volleyball, but she also participates in a variety of clubs on campus. While not helping to lead her school in ASB, she also finds the time to do many volunteer activities and fundraisers like the Valentines Flower Sales Fundraiser, Panda Fundraiser, Quilt Sewing, Cancer Awareness Walks, CSF Peer Tutor, and Pillowcase Sewing Project for Pediatric Patients to name only some. 

In the community letter, Sierra Folsom mentioned that “Eliane is someone you can always count on to show up on time, to enthusiastically help with events, and to always be the last one to leave. She is a very dependable person and shows this often by helping to set up and organize events”. 

Eliane states “Growing up in such a small community with a population of fewer than three hundred people, you don’t expect to have many (volunteer) opportunities.”, but after looking at her accomplishments, it is obvious that she looks for and finds many opportunities to help others in her community. 

Her CSF Adviser Lynn Fillo states “Eliane Campbell is someone who truly encompasses the concept of ‘scholarship for service’.  She is a leader, a scholar, and a friend to all.” 

This fall, Eliane plans to attend the University of Nevada, Reno and study Speech and Language Pathology.