Meet Roxy, an AmeriCorps member and outdoor educator with Nevada Outdoor School, serving in her hometown of Elko, Nevada. Born and raised in Elko, Roxy brings a deep-rooted passion for her community to everything she does. With a background in high school sports and a love for the outdoors, Roxy has found the perfect fit in her role connecting local youth with nature.
Roxy discovered the AmeriCorps opportunity while job searching on Indeed. The position stood out to her because it combined two of her favorite things: working with kids and spending time outside. Nearly six months into her term of service, Roxy has already made a big impact and gained valuable insight in return.
“In my own words, AmeriCorps is a great opportunity to serve your community,” she says. “It’s important because it provides so many different opportunities, not just for those serving, but for the community as a whole.”
Through her service, Roxy has developed a deeper understanding of what it means to give back. “It’s broadened my perspective,” she explains. “I’ve learned how important it is to help, and how much the community truly benefits from the work we do.”.
From teaching outdoor education programs to supporting events and activities, Roxy has been a key part of Nevada Outdoor School’s outreach. She notes that her favorite memories come from the gratitude she receives from the community: “Just seeing how thankful people are and how much they appreciate us, it’s incredibly meaningful.”
Roxy encourages anyone considering AmeriCorps to give it a shot. “It’s been a very eye-opening experience,” she reflects. “There were so many things I got to participate in. It’s a great opportunity to get involved and gain knowledge that will stick with you for life.”
As her AmeriCorps term winds down, Roxy is already looking ahead. She plans to attend Great Basin College to study radiology and earn her substitute teaching license so she can continue supporting local elementary schools.
Thank you, Roxy, for your dedication, enthusiasm, and commitment to making Elko a better place to live, learn, and explore!
Nevada Outdoor School would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to NV Energy for their generous support of our programs and AmeriCorps members like Roxi. Your investment helps us continue connecting communities with the outdoors and inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards.
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