Leadership Team

Tucker is a high school senior

and member of the 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 also serves on the Youth Advisory Board of Youth Volunteer Corps Hampton Roads and is 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.

Marissa is a senior in high school who consistently earns her school's Scholar Award. She also serves on her school’s library Student Advisory Board, where she helps provide input on book selections, and on the WHRO Public Media Student Advisory Board, where she contributes to the development and review of online content used by schools across Virginia.

Marissa also enjoys reading, traveling, crafts, and baking. She plans to pursue a career as a juvenile and domestic relations attorney, combining her academic dedication with her passion for helping others.

Elizabeth is a homeschooled senior who is CPR certified and committed to serving her community. She is active in her local suicide prevention walk and is actively involved in her church, where she has served for over five years. She also leads groups of elementary students during Vacation Bible School every summer.

Outside of her leadership activities, Elizabeth enjoys crafting personalized watercolor creations, reading, offshore fishing, and exploring issues like food distribution. She plans to pursue a career as either a structural engineer or a pediatric counselor. 

Domenique is a high school junior and an ECNL soccer player with Richmond United. She has served in numerous student council roles and is active with Jack & Jill of America.

She has been recognized with the Presidential Award of Excellence, Hampton Roads Workforce Council “Top 20 Under 20,” and multiple athletics and robotics awards. 

She hopes to play soccer in college and to become a sports analyst or social media manager for a professional team.

Ryan is a homeschool student, currently in his junior year, with a strong passion for environmental stewardship. His dedication to service has earned him the President’s Volunteer Service Award (Bronze). He is a member of the Youth Conservation Leadership Institute and volunteers as an oyster gardener with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.

Ryan also previously served as a patrol leader with the Boy Scouts of America and is active with Youth Volunteer Corps Hampton Roads. 

Gavin is a junior and an honor roll student in the Governor's STEM Academy. He is a member of the National Honor Society and the Technology Student Association. A former JV Soccer Team Captain, Gavin enjoys taking on leadership opportunities and encouraging others to succeed.

He is passionate about giving back to his community and is excited to continue contributing as part of the Student Advisory Council. Gavin hopes to build on what he has learned and serve as a mentor to newer members, just as past leaders inspired him.

Logan is a high school junior in the Governor's STEM Academy who is interested in a career in zoology or history.

He is a PADI Advanced Open Water diver and a dedicated volunteer for the Virginia Zoo's Conservation Youth Team and Military Aviation Museum. He is a recipient of the Presidential Service Gold Medal and Congressional Award Bronze Medal, and was honored as a 2024 semifinalist for the Military Child of the Year award.

Logan lived in Japan for three years prior to moving to Virginia. He enjoys video gaming, Lego, and studying WWII history. 

Dennis is a homeschooled junior who serves in a leadership role with DeMolay International, a young men’s leadership fraternity. In this role, he helps plan events and coordinate fundraising efforts.

He hopes to strengthen his leadership abilities, expand his perspective, and contribute to meaningful projects that make an impact in the community. He values the chance to collaborate with other teens who share a passion for growth and service.

Outside of his leadership activities, Dennis enjoys playing video games, reading, sports, and listening to music.

Jack is a sophomore in the Science and Medicine Honors Academy who hopes to pursue a career as a genetic researcher. 

He consistently earns the President’s Honor Roll Award for Academic Excellence and has volunteered with the Roc Solid Foundation, Riverside Hospital,  Elizabeth River Project, and the Chesapeake Mayor’s Ambassadors group.

Jack is a percussionist in the marching band and has been selected to perform with the Bay Youth Organization, All-City, and All-District Band. He is also a member of Key Club, HOSA, and the Red Cross Association.