Leah Eck has been selected as the Mount Markham Optimist Club 8th Grade Youth of the Month for April. Leah is the daughter of Jacklyn and John Eck of West Winfield, NY.
During her time at Mount Markham Middle School, Leah has been involved in Modified Field Hockey and Modified Softball. She is a member of the National Junior Honor Society and serves as the Vice-President this year. Leah is a student in the Accelerated Math, Science, and ELA classes, as well as the Studio Art class. Leah has been on the Honor Roll throughout her years at the middle school.
Leah was a member of the Little League Softball Championship team and was proud to receive that trophy. She also received an award for being a 5-year member of dance, and an award for the Most Assists for Field Hockey for the last two years.
Outside of school, Leah enjoys dance, indoor field hockey, and participating in community service projects. Leah’s future plans are to graduate from college.