This month, we are proud to recognize Kerrilyn Cunningham as Casey’s Student of the Month for October. Kerrilyn is a dedicated and engaged senior at Marple Newtown High School (MNHS). She is actively involved in a number of school clubs and organizations, including serving as a Tiger Guide, participating in the French Club, Morgan’s Message Club—which advocates for mental health awareness among student-athletes—and MN Interact, a service-oriented community club. Beyond school, Kerrilyn gives back through volunteer work with the National English Honor Society and Saint Anastasia’s Youth Group.
A passionate runner, Kerrilyn has been involved in cross-country since first grade and began competing in track as well in third grade. She now competes in both indoor and outdoor track and proudly serves as the Captain of the Cross-Country Team. In addition, Kerrilyn is the Manager of the Newtown Edgemont Little League Snack Bar.
Kerrilyn’s commitment to service and leadership is deeply personal. When she was just 10 years old, she tragically lost her father, Clinton Cunningham, a Newtown Square police sergeant. “My goal is to follow in his footsteps by getting involved and helping out in my community and continuing his legacy in everything I do,” she shared.
Currently, Kerrilyn is applying to colleges and plans to pursue a degree in early childhood education, with hopes of becoming a preschool or elementary school teacher in the future.
Kerrilyn, your strength, compassion, and dedication to honoring your father’s legacy are truly inspiring. Congratulations on being named our Student of the Month—you are making a difference in every step you take.
You get to choose! Who is our next Student of the Month?
You’ve seen them featured in our magazine—now it’s your chance to decide who’s next!
We’re looking for students in grades 7–12 who make a difference in their schools, communities, among friends or through local organizations. Nominees must live in Marple, Newtown Square or Edgmont, no matter which school they attend—or if they’re homeschooled. Email LJeffries@BestVersionMedia.com. We’re celebrating character, not just credentials, so academic or athletic accomplishments are not required