Dupage Policy Journal

State Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) seeks to change the tone of the conversation now sweeping her 42nd District and much of the country.

“So many of our young people are out in the world doing good deeds, undertaking service projects or making interesting discoveries that are changing our community, our state and our world for the better,” Grant said. “I just want to take a moment to shine a spotlight on all the good happening around us and express my appreciation for their efforts — big and small.”

Grant is hoping her newly launched Student Spotlight program will do the trick. Going forward each month, she will post a brief shout out on Facebook to a young person from her district who has contributed in a positive way to the community, the state or beyond.

“There is no shortage of good news coming from the good deeds of our young people,” she added. “By showcasing their efforts, perhaps others will be inspired to take on a project or a cause that improves their community.”

Students can be nominated by parents, educators, community members or even other students. Nominations can be made by sending an email to Grant@ilhousegop.org that includes the nominee’s name, grade, school and hometown along with a brief highlight of how they are making a difference. Submissions can also be mailed to Rep. Amy Grant at 416 E. Roosevelt Road, Suite 111, Wheaton, 60187.

“I look forward to reading the submissions and highlighting our community’s young people through this positive project,” Grant added.

All nominees must be residents of the 42nd District, which includes all or portions of Wheaton, West Chicago, Naperville, Warrenville, Carol Stream, Lisle and Winfield.