Congratulations to Union's Rotary Student of the Month!
Elena has been selected as the September Rotary Student of the Month for her dedication, leadership, and outstanding character. A committed member of the dance program for the past four years, she has spent the last two as part of the prestigious Elite Dance Company, showcasing not only her talent but also her discipline and teamwork. She has also served as a member of Link Crew, where she has helped mentor and support ninth grade students in their transition to high school. Elena credits her parents, Daniel and Diana Bernal, for instilling in her the values of hard work, kindness, and responsibility, and she is deeply grateful for their constant encouragement and support both in and outside of school. As Ms. Rhonda Carter, her English teacher, notes, “Elena is a wonderful student to have in class and a true model student. She consistently demonstrates a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a willingness to help her peers succeed.”
After graduation, Elena plans to pursue a career in acting, singing, dancing, modeling, and digital media. Her goal is to build a path where she can share her creativity with others, continue to learn and grow, and also promote the family business she shares with her twin sister, Seray, and mom. She is currently in the early stages of her journey, with an agent already helping her explore opportunities in acting and modeling