It is Women’s History Month 2022, and it is important to recognize and appreciate the influential women in our lives. Female role models are especially inspiring, as they give us a glimpse into what we could be. The Catalyst interviewed NDB students and asked who their biggest female role model is.

“I’d say that my biggest female role model is my mom. She isn’t afraid to be wrong or say ‘I don’t know’. She is always honest, which is a quality I value and hope to have one day,” explained freshman Keara McDevitt.

“I would say my biggest female role model is my little sister, Olivia. Even though she is younger than me, I strive to have the same kindness for others and the ability to be as insightful and ambitious as she is,” responded sophomore Sabrina Philip.

“My biggest female role model is my mom. From driving me to basketball practice to giving my advice on my personal problems, she is the most understandable person I’ve ever met and I am so grateful she is there for me whenever I need her. Thanks to her, I have learned many amazing life lessons,” said junior Monique Samson.

“My mom is my biggest female role model. She is very independent and smart and she always tries to give my siblings and I everything we need. She is a loving, comforting and affectionate person. She gives the best hugs,” said senior Rebecca Saponara.

Families show unconditional love to each other every day. Moms do so much for their children, and siblings inspire each other. Having a family member as a role model does so much for one’s personality because they spend time with the people that inspire them.