Nursing homes are typically associated with the elderly and not melodies. However, sophomore Kitty Clark has been able to combine the unlikely pair through volunteering.

Clark started singing at senior centers and Meals on Wheels events when she was 12. She was first introduced to the idea by her dance team and has continued to volunteer since then.

“I just really liked how it felt and just knowing that I’m making people’s year, it’s just really nice to just do it,” Clark said.

She hopes to further pursue her passion of helping others by continuing to volunteer.

“My grandma was just always someone who just said, ‘give back and just do as much as you can,’” Clark said. “I try my hardest every day to just help others in need because I know I would want someone to help me if I were in their place, so it just feels good to do it.”