Brenda Teixeira Ferreira - Orange County Virtual School (OCVS)

Brenda is an inspiring leader of her peers. She encourages them to understand as Dr. King preached, that we are all alike on the inside and desire equality and respect. She created an antibullying force at her school to help new students feel comfortable. Brenda volunteers at her church in childcare. In recognition of her leadership skills, Brenda was elected president of Altruismo and earned Student of the Month five times at her school. She is an honor roll student.  Her spare time activities include biking and roller skating. She loves to paint as a means of self-expression.

Favorite MLK quote: “It is always time to do what is right.”

Future Plans:  Brenda aspires to study coding at Orange County Technical College.