Scholastic Superstars: Joseph Campbell IV, North Schuylkill
I am most proud of my Eagle Scout Award. While earning it, I was able to help my local library that had supported me for years, and I helped so many other people along the way. While the award itself is pretty cool, I value the experience and outlook that the process of earning it gave me, and I will forever cherish it.
What were your most rewarding school or community activities?
My role in assisting the Spartan Games is by far the most rewarding thing I have ever done. This event gave me the chance to encourage the special-needs athletes to have an unforgettable day of fun and winning. Last year, I was assigned as a buddy to an elementary student, and he had the time of his life. He won countless events, and the smile never left his face. Although I've done fun things like win the County Quiz Bowl championship this year and march in the band for years, nothing I did has given me as much unparalleled joy as helping in the Spartan Games.
Joseph Campbell IV (SUBMITTED)
What do you do in your spare time?
In my limited free time, I like to learn bizarre facts about historical events, play Minecraft, and collect national, state, and unique flags. I also participate in all three branches of Scouting America: ScoutsBSA, Sea Scouts, and Venturing. Alongside all of that I enjoy learning musical instruments and languages.
What are your plans after high school graduation?
I plan to attend The Pennsylvania State University to study International Politics, while participating in the Air Force ROTC program. I chose this because I love learning about other countries and helping people, so I found the career path that allows me to help people in other countries
What do you see yourself doing and where do you see yourself living in 15 years?
I see myself working as a diplomat for the United Nations, travelling the world, meeting new and exciting people, helping those people, and learning as much as possible about them on the way.
Whom do you most admire and why?
I admire my sisters, who at every inconvenience or struggle powered through and took control. At every opportunity for failure, they succeeded, and even now they continue to do things that everybody thought they couldn't, by being fearless and driven.
In a sentence, what is your philosophy of life?
Try everything you can, because why not?
Finish this sentence: The most interesting thing about me is …
that my favorite holiday is Flag Day.
A little about Joseph
Hometown: Ringtown, PA
Parents: Amanda Campbell and Joseph Campbell III
Some Honors Include: National Honor Society; Math, English, Science, Social Studies and Music Honor Societies
Activities: Academic Team, Diversity Club, Friends Forever, Aevidum, STEM, Student Council, Theatre Arts, Robotics Team, Marching, Jazz and Competition bands, and Wind Ensemble.
Athletics: Swimming & Diving
Community Service: Eagle Scout Project, Spartan Games, Schuylkill Area Community Foundation, Friends of Tuscarora and Locust Lake, and NS Blood Drive
His Nominator Said: 'He is a humble, intelligent, dependable young man and a leader amongst his peers. He is a dedicated, hardworking, and compassionate individual whose contributions to his school and community are nothing less than remarkable. His academic drive, leadership skills, and service-oriented mindset set him apart.'
Sixteen students were chosen by judges from the community to represent the most accomplished of Schuylkill County's graduating classes as part of the Republican Herald's annual Scholastic Superstars.
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