By Sydney Simpson – News Editor

Makenna Sharpe is a junior at Jonathan Law High School who is an important and involved part of the school community. A record-breaking diver and varsity gymnast, Sharpe is a three-sport athlete at Law on top of being President of the Natural Helpers Club. Headed by English teacher Ms. Smuniewski, the club had their first meeting of the year virtually on October 6. They are always doing something to help the school community, and are always looking for new members. Advocate News Editor Sydney Simpson interviewed Sharpe about the Natural Helpers Club. 

Sydney Simpson: What does being a part of the Natural Helpers Club mean for you?

Makenna Sharpe: Being a part of Natural Helpers means being someone that people can go to to talk to. Being able to help any of my peers at Law definitely has been one of the benefits of the club, and knowing that I’m a part of a group that is improving the environment here is a great feeling.

SS: Can you describe the club’s first project on the Sandy Hook Promise? 

MS: The Sandy Hook promise is a promise to spread inclusion. This is why we have the Start With Hello week. Its steps are to notice someone alone, reach out, and start with hello. We do this every year to spread inclusion around Law. 

SS: What are the main goals of the club this year?

MS: The club’s main goal is to be able to help any peers if they need us. This could mean just being able to have fellow students to turn to when you’re stressed, or any issue you might want to talk about. 

SS: Are there any other projects in the works right now? What should we expect from the Natural Helpers this year?

MS: Right now we are mainly focusing on our Start With Hello week, but we are also going to work on kindness cards again this year. We sent out cards to the healthcare workers at the hospitals at the end of last year, and we are planning on doing it again this year. 

SS: What would you say to students who want to join Natural Helpers?

MS: Anyone who wants to join should. It’s a very chill club but it makes a big impact on our community at Law, and it can teach you important skills you can use throughout your life.