Community Corner
Helping Hands: Ann Bishop
As an American Youth Soccer Organization and Farragut Elementary School volunteer, Ann helps the school district on and off the field.
Name: Ann Bishop
Volunteer Affiliation: Volunteer for the American Youth Soccer Organization and Farragut Elementary School.
How long have you been a volunteer? I've been a volunteer for seven years, I think.
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What needs does your chosen organization fill? Most of my time goes to school and athletics. Volunteers fill a big gap in education. We help with reading, classroom organization and fundraising, to name a few.
What is the most personally rewarding part of being a volunteer? I think participation in sports is huge, especially for girls. As a soccer coach, I can help girls develop leadership skills and self-confidence, and it's a lot of fun for me. I am also currently serving as an elementary school Parent Teacher Association President. It is very rewarding to feel that I am an integral part of the school family, and can assist other parents, teachers and kids to make the most of their educational goals.
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What is the city's most important issue? I think the city's most important issue is the education of our children. We need to step in when the state is stepping back.
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