NOT ALL HEROES WEAR CAPES. “All of us start from zero. We take the right decision and become a hero.” Govinda speaks for all heroes: past and present. Seventh grader, Klara McIntyre, and freshmen, Kadence Pierson, reveal their modern day heroes and why they are so important to them. Although Klara is only a seventh grader, she put it best, “Being a good hero is more than just saving the day while everyone is watching and getting recognition. Being a good hero is being selfless, kind, following the rules, and simply doing what is right, even when no one is watching.” Harriet Tubman and Amelia Earhart are perfect examples of people who defied dangers while going out of their way to help others. Klara enjoyed reading a book gifted to her for Christmas about influential women. In this book, she was inspired by all the amazing things these two women did that altered the course of history.
Although these women were historical figures, Kadence Pierson, a freshman, has a different take on heroes. “My mom is my hero. She gets up everyday to take care of my siblings and I, and cleans for me. Not to mention, she brings me Canes every weekend,” she jokes. Kadence strives to be more like her mom by being more selfless and kinder to others. Klara, like Kadence, says she sees everyday heroes in her own home with her mom and her dad. “Anyone can be a hero if they set their mind to it. Just by doing things for others without being asked and simply being kind,” concludes Kadence.
Article by: Audra Steinfort