Inspire

Donya Glenn earned his bachelor’s degree in public health from Georgia Southern in just three years. He credits the many student resources on campus for helping him excel as a student and graduate with no student loan debt. He's currently completing an internship at the Willow Hill Heritage & Renaissance Center, and next up, he plans to return to Southern and earn his MPH.

Shanya Sherman, a college student who graduated from the Our Girls Rock Too program, cites her mentors as her inspiration for many things in her life, including the decision to return as a mentor. "They inspired me to be great, to do great, and become a leader."

Five years after his first tandem-skydiving jump, Jack Broadhead has found community by helping to rebuild the skydiving team at Georgia Tech and competing at national championships. Having earned his instructor rating, pilot's license and soon his Master's degree, Broadhead thanks the thrilling hobby for making him who he is today. Read more on how this Statesboro High School graduate is reaching new heights.

It's prom season in Statesboro, but this was a senior prom with a twist! Join Michele as she visits the Lodge at Bethany for a glitz and glamour-themed event planned by the Statesboro High School National Honor Society.

The Button, a nonprofit organization in Statesboro, provides much-needed shampoo, soap, deodorant, and other essential toiletries upon request from area pre-teens and teens. All orders are confidential and are delivered discreetly to young people who reach out for them. Liz Corbett met with Grice Connect's Jeneane Brown to talk about her creation of and contribution to this cause.

Susan Allen, Minister of Children at First Baptist Church Statesboro for 25 years, has announced she will retire in early March. She leaves behind a robust, faith-filled children's program and a legacy of love.

Brooklet and Stilson Elementaries' Youth Garden Clubs are doing great work within their schools and communities. From selling fresh produce to faculty to being honored with several awards at a state convention, both clubs' efforts are paying off in more ways than one. Grice Connect recently spoke with the devoted team behind the youth garden clubs who are tirelessly working to cultivate life-long agriculture skills and lasting memories for these students.

Tralayia Prince, lifelong resident of Statesboro, is “stepping into her purpose,” as the mentor she wishes she’d had before turning to a life of crime in her teens. Learn about her big plans for making positive change in the community, and join her on December 9th from 10am to 3pm for Community Impact Day.

The Statesboro Youth Council is designed to allow the voices of local youth to be heard in our community. These youth can help shape public policy and offer youth perspectives on local issues. The City of Statesboro's vision for the Youth Council is to cultivate the advancement of young persons by giving them a voice in political, social, and economic platforms. Members on the Youth Council regularly participate in local events and initiatives to help create change for youth in the community.

Along with their mother, Kingston and Knowledge Bailey tragically lost their young lives following an August car accident in Statesboro. Their family chose for them to be organ donors, allowing them to be superheroes who saved the lives of others.