Oxford Academy High School student Patricia Bohannon has been honored for over 100 hours of volunteer service with a President’s Volunteer Service Award. (Submitted photo)

OXFORD –Patricia Bohannon, a 10th grade student at Oxford Academy High School has been honored for her exemplary volunteer service with a President’s Volunteer Service Award.

The award, which recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of time to serve their communities, was granted by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program. Oxford Academy High School nominated Patricia for national honors this fall in recognition of her volunteer service.

In 2019, Patricia volunteered at the Oxford Community Youth Center and the Oxford Summer Bridge Program for over 100 hours.

In its 25th year, The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, sponsored by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), recognizes middle level and high school students across America for outstanding volunteer service. Volunteer activities were judged on criteria including initiative, effort, impact and personal growth.