Green Dragon Award Recipient #2 – Hadley Walder

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Walder Green Dragon Award

Congratulations to Hadley Walder, Class of 2027 -Richmond, as the second recipient of the Green Dragon Award.

Hadley Walder, the second recipient of the Green Dragon Award, exemplifies the Walker Way qualities of service, leadership, integrity, and character. A highly motivated senior, Hadley has distinguished herself through an impressive combination of academic achievement, athletics, leadership, and community service. She serves as co-president of both the ASL National Honor Society and Science National Honor Society, is a Student Ambassador and Dragon Advisory leader, and has demonstrated outstanding commitment as a captain on both the varsity field hockey and softball teams.

Hadley also contributes to her community through her church leadership, volunteer work, Spanish tutoring, and service with organizations such as Consolidated Community Club and RVAccess. Her dedication to learning is reflected in her rigorous coursework, including AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics, AP Calculus BC, AP English Literature, AP Government, and intensive college-level courses, as well as recognition as an AP Scholar with Distinction and National Merit Commended Student. Whether she is leading a team, supporting a fellow student, serving her community, or pursuing academic excellence, Hadley consistently demonstrates the compassion, responsibility, and leadership that make her a true Green Dragon.

Congratulations, Hadley, on this well-deserved recognition!

Information about this award is available here.

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