A TEENAGER'S ceaseless charity and community work has led to her being chosen to receive one of the first Princess Diana memorial awards to be issued.

Vicky Hart, who attends Horsforth School, has been chosen for an award because of her commitment to setting up and running a student council in the school for the last four years, which represents and acts as a voice for pupils.

Deputy head teacher Elaine Silson said: "Vicky has set an example to those in younger year groups and her hard work between meetings has ensured the council is effective in completing its business.

"Vicky has achieved such a lot and we are very proud of her. She is a real star and we will be presenting her with her certificate at an Achievement Assembly in school."

Sixth former Vicky said: "I am totally amazed to get this award. I never suspected anything until I was told about it.

"I think the student council is a useful organisation and I always help out at charity events. I just like to do my bit, that's all."

The Horsforth 17-year-old is currently helping to raise money for the Mozambique relief fund at the school and also helps out in the school's medical room when she has time.

The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Award for Young People, was set up in October 1999 to recognise made by secondary school pupils to their schools and communities. The award is given to those nominated by their schools for improving the lives of others, or enhancing the school or community in which the young people live.

Vicky will also meet Education Secretary David Blunkett in London at a date to be confirmed.

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