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Letters of Recommendation
You are encouraged to contact Tidewater LEAD promptly for any letters of recommendation needed for college admissions, scholarship applications, extracurricular opportunities, or employment & internships.
Members interested in participating in external programs with outside organizations that require a community nomination are encouraged to express their interest in such opportunities and initiate a discussion with us to about their goals and the nomination process. Tidewater LEAD is here to help pave the way for our members to access to exciting opportunities within the community and through other organizations.
Please allow two weeks of processing time for recommendation and nomination letters.
Upcoming Member Events and Important Updates
Young Leaders Showcase: November 15
Virtual Event | FREE for members
Are you ready to put your public speaking and leadership acumen to the test? Join us for our upcoming competition, where you will have the opportunity to showcase your talents and compete against other students in a series of challenging and exciting events.
Whether you're an experienced public speaker or just starting to explore your leadership skills, this competition is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and apply your knowledge.
Registration Opens September 15
Entries Due November 15
This virtual event allows competitors to upload their submissions online, you are not required to synchronously participate at a specific date or time.
Submitting the registration form below indicates your intent to participate in one or more events. Upon successful registration, you will receive an email with a link and password to upload your submission(s). Entries must be submitted by November 15 at 11:59 (ET).
Meet Your Student Advisory Council
Austin
Tucker
Austin
Austin is a high school junior, athlete, and military-connected teen who has previously lived overseas for over six years.
As an Honors and AP student, Austin has consistently demonstrated his intellectual curiosity and critical thinking skills. He has received numerous accolades, including the Superintendent's Honor Roll, Presidential Se
Austin is a high school junior, athlete, and military-connected teen who has previously lived overseas for over six years.
As an Honors and AP student, Austin has consistently demonstrated his intellectual curiosity and critical thinking skills. He has received numerous accolades, including the Superintendent's Honor Roll, Presidential Service Award, and Virginia High School League Academic Excellence Award.
Outside of the classroom, Austin is an accomplished competitive golfer, having earned a spot at the 2024 Under Armour Junior Tour National Championship and 2023 VHSL 6A State Championship, and is also a member of his school's Varsity Golf Team. He also serves on the WHRO Student Advisory Board and is a member of the National Honors Society, Model UN, and National Society of High School Scholars.
Logan
Tucker
Austin
Logan is a high school freshman in the Governor's STEM Academy who is interested in a career in zoology or marine biology.
He is a PADI Advanced Open Water diver and a CYT volunteer for the Virginia Zoo. He is a recipient of the Presidential Service Gold Award and Congressional Award (Bronze Medal), having demonstrated a strong commitment
Logan is a high school freshman in the Governor's STEM Academy who is interested in a career in zoology or marine biology.
He is a PADI Advanced Open Water diver and a CYT volunteer for the Virginia Zoo. He is a recipient of the Presidential Service Gold Award and Congressional Award (Bronze Medal), having demonstrated a strong commitment to community service through his volunteer work both locally and overseas, and was also honored as a 2024 semifinalist for the Military Child of the Year award.
Logan is also an active member of the Technology Student Association, an eSports gaming team, and was a past member a state championship-qualifying VEX robotics team, where he has developed his teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Logan
Tucker
Tucker
Logan is a homeschool senior with a strong passion for leadership and service, which led him to undertake a year-long international mission trip that concluded in West Africa. Currently, Logan plays an active role as a student leader in the his church youth group, co-hosts a high school boys' Bible study, and teaches preschool & early el
Logan is a homeschool senior with a strong passion for leadership and service, which led him to undertake a year-long international mission trip that concluded in West Africa. Currently, Logan plays an active role as a student leader in the his church youth group, co-hosts a high school boys' Bible study, and teaches preschool & early elementary students every Sunday.
Beyond leadership roles, Logan is deeply interested in sports commentary and hones these skills through his personal YouTube channel. Logan enjoys reading, spending time with friends, and is a dedicated fan of Harry Potter (and a proud Hufflepuff), Star Wars, and anime. Logan plans to study Sports Management at Regent University next year and is focused on equipping the next generation with the tools & resources needed to navigate their leadership journeys.
Tucker
Tucker
Tucker
Tucker is a high school sophomore
and member of the prestigious Macon and Joan Brock Health Sciences Academy at Old Dominion University, a three-year program designed to prepare high school students for careers in healthcare, which supports his goal of becoming a sports medicine physician.
Tucker is also actively involved in school clubs
Tucker is a high school sophomore
and member of the prestigious Macon and Joan Brock Health Sciences Academy at Old Dominion University, a three-year program designed to prepare high school students for careers in healthcare, which supports his goal of becoming a sports medicine physician.
Tucker is also actively involved in school clubs, including Student to Student, an organization dedicated to serving military children, and Key Club, where leadership and community service are central focuses.
In addition to academic and extracurricular pursuits, Tucker enjoys participating in a fantasy football league with friends. A quote that serves as inspiration is from John Madden: “Be a winner, stand for something, always have class, and be humble.”