BGHS Day of Service honors legacy of alumnus Kapil Melkote – BG Independent News

BGHS Day of Service honors legacy of alumnus Kapil Melkote – BG Independent News

The Bowling Green High School Day of Service honors the legacy of a beloved alumnus, Kapil Melkote, whose life was defined by compassion, community, and a commitment to serving others. Kapil loved BG and believed that every student can contribute with their unique abilities to make our school and community stronger. Twenty-six BGHS students from two high school clubs—Model UN and the Drama Club—are volunteering from 1-3 p.m. today, (Friday, Oct. 23). Community partners facilitating the service work are: Wood County Public Library Wood County Senior Center Habitat for Humanity BG Parks and Recreation BG City Administration BGHS Through meaningful acts of service, students will come together to give back to the community that has shaped them, while discovering the power each individual has to make a difference. Led by Drama Club adviser Dr. Jo Beth Gonzalez and Model U.N. adviser Mary Kern, the mission of the Day of Service is to inspire a lasting spirit of service—encouraging students to lead with kindness, serve with purpose, and carry forward a legacy of giving that strengthens the community and inspires others. Dylan Stretchbery, a BGHS alumnus and classmate of Kapil’s, will be present to talk about Kapil and his legacy.