District News

Anakh Sawhney, a junior at Bernards High School, was recognized by the school as the “Everyday Hero” for October.

Nominees for the monthly Everyday Hero Program are students who have a positive influence on the student body through exemplary qualities. Selected students inspire others, are responsible and respectable and have a commitment to peers and the school community. Students are nominated by one or more teachers, selected by the Everyday Hero committee, and announced schoolwide by either Principal Scott Neigel or Assistant Principal Mike Corbett.

The October Everyday Hero is an extremely selfless student. Anakh is a leader in the Bernards High School drama program and goes out of her way to mentor younger students, while always bringing a positive energy to every rehearsal and performance! She is the founder of a nonprofit organization, Rice Kids, which has mobilized communities worldwide to address food insecurity through various programs and partnerships. The organization focuses on raising awareness, collecting food donations, and providing resources to those in need. This young woman's leadership has inspired others to join the cause, demonstrating the impact of youth-driven social change. Through her efforts, she has helped over 70,000 individuals dealing with food insecurity. She was recently honored at the October 15th BOE Meeting by Dr. Brotschul and members of the Board of Education. Congratulations to Anakh Sawney!