Woodbury Honors Volunteer for Show Choir Service
The City of Woodbury recognized Rosey Dickey as the 2025 EXCEL Heart of the Community Recipient for her 12 years of volunteer service with the school district's Northern Light Show Choir program.
Dickey began volunteering in 2012 when her middle child joined the show choir. She has served as both president and treasurer of the show choir parent organization, taking on responsibilities that range from costume repairs to providing emotional support for students.
According to testimonials presented during the recognition, Dickey's contributions have been essential to the program's success. Students refer to her as "mama Rosie" and turn to her for support with personal, emotional and practical needs. She learned to sew specifically to repair costumes when needed.
Dickey said the most rewarding aspect of her volunteer work is building relationships with students. She aims to demonstrate community involvement and provide support that she did not receive during her own school years. The recognition highlighted her role in helping students navigate challenges and celebrating their achievements.
The EXCEL Heart of the Community Award recognizes individuals who make significant contributions to the Woodbury community through volunteer service.
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Areas of Interest (2)
- The critical reliance of school extracurricular programs on uncompensated volunteer labor.
- Examining the role of 'parent volunteers' as essential emotional and operational infrastructure in youth programs.
Notable Quotes (2)
My goal really is to remind the kids and to show the kids what it looks like to be a member of the community.
By working together and communicating and accepting each other for who we are that's what's going to make the world a better place.
People (1)
Rosie DickiVolunteer / President / TreasurerRecognized for 12 years of service, including costume repair, emotional support, and organizational management.
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Recognized for 12 years of service, including costume repair, emotional support, and organizational management.
“The most rewarding part of volunteering for me is the students... the range of emotions.”
Reflecting on her motivation for long-term service.
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- Award ceremony for Rosie Dicki (undated)
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Recognition of Rosie Dicki for volunteer contributions
Impact of parent volunteers on school extracurricular success
Northern Light Show Choir organizational management
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