Wisdom Lane Middle School student Abigail Jimenez is a recipient of the Outstanding Achievement award from the National Junior Honor Society. Wisdom Lane Middle School eighth grader Abigail Jimenez is a recipient of the Outstanding Achievement award from the National Junior Honor Society, recognizing her service, leadership, and character.

Abigail is the president of Wisdom Lane's National Junior Honor Society chapter, for which she has helped organize numerous philanthropic endeavors. Recently, the group worked with the foundation Vinny's Army, which helps children battling cancer. To benefit the foundation, Abigail led two successful fundraising events: a crazy hat day during which students brought in $1 to wear a hat of their choice, and Wheel of Luck, which had students donating funds for a chance to spin a wheel of various prizes. The National Junior Honor Society also works to stock Wisdom Lane's Jan Friedman Food Pantry to assist local families in need.

Abigail was nominated for the award by her peers in the honor society. Her submission included an essay discussing the theme of character and a list of her service hours and leadership roles.

"It felt very nice to receive this award," Abigail said. "My hope is that it paves the way for more opportunities to serve the community at Wisdom."