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Others Say ...

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"I believe Stephen's greatest strengths are his willingness to serve others, no matter his personal connection to them, and his attentive nature. If he sees a need, he is always willing, and usually the first, to help."

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"Stephen's character, attitude and work ethic are exemplary. He is very humble with success and would never brag about his accomplishments. He truly would rather lead by example. So many of his qualities stand out, it is hard to target a specific one as exceptional. He possesses all the traits a teacher or parent could desire."

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"Stephen is very serious in his commitment to living a moral life. His parents have given him a solid foundation of respect for all and moral responsibility. He is dedicated to enriching the life of somebody he may never meet. By raising a guide dog puppy who will one day be the eyes for a visually impaired person, he gives of himself for the betterment of others."

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"Stephen lives by the Scout Oath and Law, which is based on biblical principles. He is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent. He is a fine Christian young man, is respectful, and has great integrity. As an Eagle Scout, Stephen is a leader in the troop and an excellent role model."

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"Stephen always has a positive attitude. He always finds the time to help others. He stands out as a friend because he has proven time and time again that he is dependable and trustworthy. He has always stood up for what he believes is right."

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Stephen Erickson

2011 Recipient: $10,000 Scholarship

Congratulations to Stephen Erickson, recipient of a $10,000 Moral Courage Scholarship, awarded April 2011 in Waxahachie, Texas.

School: Waxahachie High School, Class of 2011

Church: Brown Street Church of Christ

Church Involvement

• Mission trip to inner city Houston, Texas
• Souper Bowl of Caring (served meals in poor part of Fort Worth)
• Vacation Bible School group leader
• Summer church camp

Community Service

• Volunteer Puppy Raiser for Southeastern Guide Dogs
• Volunteer at Cook Children's Medical Center in Fort Worth
• Special Olympics escort

Academic Involvement

• Spirit of Waxahachie Marching Band member, 4 years
• Spirit of Waxahachie Marching Band Trumpet Section Leader
• Waxahachie High School Wind Ensemble member, 3 years
• All-Region Concert Band member, 2 years
• All-Region Honors Band, 1 year
• Varsity Swim Team member, 4 years (Captain, 1 year)
• Top Ten in Class, 3 years
• National Honor Society member and Secretary
• AP Science Club member and President
• Waxahachie High School Student Council member
• Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America

Future Plans

• Attend Southern Methodist University, Texas Christian University, or Texas Tech University
• Major in Biology
• Double-minor in Spanish and Photography
• Pursue a career as a specialized physician
• Participate in medical mission trips to Spanish-speaking countries

"Moral courage is relying on your fundamental beliefs about God to make a choice regardless of the situation. If no one is near you, moral courage means that you act as if your family and church are around you. If there are several friends around you, moral courage means that you make decisions just as you would, regardless of peer pressure. Moral courage is having the courage to make a Christian choice not because God sees everything you do, but because it is the right thing to do, and pleases God."