Brooke Ellison Overcoming Challenges for New York


Brooke during her speech to more than 125 student leaders from across Long Island.

Brooke with Centereach High School students Rafael Botaro, Marissa Binnie, Stefanie Guarino, Amanda Garzon, Laura Kaufherr, Matt Rosenberg, Meghan Reichelt, Rachana Patel, Jennelle Seiden, Sean Tarpey and Meaghan Arcara. Joining Brooke and the students is Centereach High School teacher Joy Losito.

- Leaders, Brooke told the students, posses “an ability to make the right decisions putting the needs of others before their own. Leaders recognize the achievements of others and do not feel diminished by those achievements.”

Brooke with Centereach High School student Meaghan Acara

Brooke meets with teacher Ed Vilbig and student Meaghan Acara

Brooke and conference organizer Billy Moss meet after Brooke’s speech.

Brooke with Centereach High School student Rafael Botaro