“A lighthouse” at Eastside: Essence Davis leads and uplifts her community

Her accolades are not what define her; it is how she leads.

For Essence Davis, a 17-year-old senior at Eastside High School, her community is a top priority. Davis’ unwavering commitment to serve others with empathy and confidence allows her to create opportunities for those around her, including organizing a prom dress closet to help low-income families and mentoring young girls. Her efforts have made her a trusted source of support at Eastside and in her greater community.

While balancing her role as student body president at Eastside and four years as captain of the school’s varsity volleyball team, she has maintained a 4.5 GPA while enrolled in the International Baccalaureate program. Davis has made leadership a part of her everyday life…

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