Marissa Schain
Myself Third Spirit of New York 2007 Scholarship Winner
James Madison High School
Kingsborough Community College
"Marissa is a very well-liked and responsible individual. An independent and determined young woman, I know Marissa to be an innovative writer who has written several fine articles for our school newspaper, the Madison Moment. Marissa [also] plays tennis for the Girls' Varsity Tennis Team and participates in the ever-popular SING…a spectacular musical created and produced by more than two hundred of our students. A compassionate individual, Marissa plays the piano for residents in local nursing homes. Artistic, she also enjoys drawing, sketching and dancing."
—Hazel M. Shaw, College Counselor
Work, Volunteer, and Extra-Curricular Activities
- Volunteer, Assisted-Living Facility
- President, Akiva Jewish Club
- Writer, Fordham Law School's Moot Court Board
- Mentor, Mentor Moot Court
Excerpts from Marissa's Essay
As a student and American citizen, I have progressively developed camaraderie with others of my community. I was able to foster close affinities through dedication to community service and devotion to the common good. I have realized the importance of community through a time of need. Scarcity of help, struggle and common interest all influence communities to come together. A true community is one team consisting of various people with common goals, and exudes loyalty through time and passion. Living through the long recovery from 9/11, I realize the importance of serving others and how one person can change society. All of my volunteering experiences taught me that I can help build a stronger community through social interaction. I helped my junior high school raise over $1,000 in bake sales for the victims of 9/11. We persisted through hard times and a stronger community flourished.
