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When she was in the seventh grade, Lauren Shrack assisted a struggling algebra student only to discover she has a passion for teaching and community service.
As the pandemic wore on, Rachel Suter worried about everyone’s mental health. She had endured the suicides of three neighbors years ago, and had taken note of the alarming statistics how El Paso County led the state in suicides in 2019, and that youth suicides had increased 54% in 2020 to 17, from 11 the year before.
The Pine Creek High School senior president had noticed that her peers were discouraged by online learning from home, saying they were less motivated and felt isolated.
As student representative to District 20’s Health Advisory Committee, she suggested that they more aggressively address those mental health concerns. She and two others got permission to create a social media survey asking students about current mental health and well-being. They had decided to ask two questions: How would you describe your pandemic mental health, and how can the district help?
Animal-lover Lena Olson believes veterinarians are the bridge between people and pets and she wants to be that bridge.
“Veterinarians are the essential link between people and the power of animals to improve life. I know I am meant to combine my intellect, intense love of animals and my deep connection with people to better the world through veterinary medicine,” said Lena whose can-do spirit secured her recognition as one of Colorado Springs’ Best and Brightest Students.
“Being selected for this recognition is such an incredible honor. I have worked so hard my entire life through an endless number of obstacles, and it is hugely validating to be recognized in this way.”