Students Leading Change: ThriveWay Announces 2024–25 Acts of Service Contest Winners
FAIRHOPE, Ala. — From building kindness campaigns to leading suicide awareness efforts, students across the country are stepping up to support one another—and ThriveWay is here to celebrate them. These student-led initiatives are more than just school projects; they’re life-changing acts of service that are shaping stronger, more connected school communities.
ThriveWay proudly announces the winners of the 4th Annual Acts of Service Contest—exceptional Peer Helpers from across the nation who exemplify leadership, compassion, and creativity through the Peer Helpers PLUS program. Each year, this program touches the lives of thousands of students, and these winners shine brightly as proof that even the smallest acts of kindness and support can spark lasting change.
🏆 2024–25 Overall Winner
Hoover High School – Hoover City Schools
Campaign: Suicide Prevention Campaign
The Peer Helpers at Hoover High School tackled one of the most pressing issues facing youth today: suicide prevention. Their campaign provided resources, raised awareness, and created a safe, open environment where students could talk about mental health. In recognition of their impact, the school will receive a $1,000 award.
🌟 Individual Category Winners
Each winning school will receive a $500 award for their exceptional contributions.
Show the Way – Mass Inspiration
Campaigns or group activities that sparked a positive school climate.
Co-Winners – K-6:
Leighton Elementary School – Colbert County Schools | Peers with a Purpose
Oxmoor Valley Elementary – Birmingham City Schools | Life is a Treasure!
Co-Winners – 7-12:
James Clemens High School – Madison City Schools | Healthy Habits Week
Demopolis High School – Demopolis City Schools | Aiding the Crestfallen – “One Too Many”
A Creative P.A.T.H.
Innovative ways the P.A.T.H. component was introduced to school communities.
K-6:
Wilmer Elementary School – Mobile County Public Schools | A Mile in Their Shoes
7-12:
Dunbar Magnet School – Mobile County Public Schools | Creative P.A.T.H. to Success
Be the Good: Meet the Need
When a Peer Helper saw the need of another student and met it with action.
K-6:
Windham Elementary School – Daleville City Schools | Tyson’s Turnaround
7-12:
Centre Middle School – Cherokee County Schools | A New Way – “Be the Good”
Lend a Hand: Successful Connections
Examples of meaningful one-on-one peer support, mentoring, or tutoring.
K-6:
Mixon Intermediate School – Ozark City Schools | S.A.I.L. – “Students Assisting in Learning”
7-12:
Greenville Middle School – Butler County Schools | Peer Pals/Kindness Calendar
Congratulations to all the 2024–25 winners! Your creativity, empathy, and leadership are lighting the way for your schools and communities.
To learn more about this year’s winners, visit: www.thriveway.com/aos.
To learn more about the Peer Helpers PLUS program, visit: www.thriveway.com.
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About ThriveWay
ThriveWay is the nation’s leading peer-to-peer prevention and support company. Through its evidence-based Peer Helpers PLUS program, ThriveWay partners with schools to empower students to be academically, socially, and emotionally successful. The program promotes student leadership, emotional wellness, conflict resolution, and suicide prevention. Learn more at www.thriveway.com.
Media Contact:
ThriveWay Communications: Email: info@thriveway.com Phone: 844-705-1981