Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta

Meet Sherie: Youth of the Year for James T. Anderson Boys & Girls Club

Long read · 2026

Sherie

Club membership: Joined in 2021

Post-Secondary/Career Interest: To attend LSU or KSU and be an OBGYN.

How has your Club supported your goals for college, post-secondary education, and career? They have supported me by the CCR program.

Why is it important for the youth to use their voice in today’s society? It is important for youth to use their voice because we are the future of our communities and our society.

Short Bio: Sherie is a 14-year-old freshman who credits her Club for helping her overcome her smart mouth and former argumentative personality.

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