10/16/2026
Rotary Club of Okeechobee October Students of the Month
The Rotary Club of Okeechobee is proud to recognize Sofia Estella Garcia-Cordero as Student of the Month, honoring her outstanding commitment to community service, academic involvement, and helping others.
Sofia has demonstrated a strong commitment to Rotary’s motto, Service Above Self, volunteering approximately 275 hours in service to her community. Her volunteer experience includes serving as a camp counselor, a 4-H camp counselor, and assisting with local church daycare activities, the Open Hands food distribution van, and the Florida Holocaust Museum.
As a member of the National Honor Society (NHS), Sofia plays an important role in efforts to fight hunger in the community. She helps pack more than 300 bags of food each week for underprivileged elementary school students, helping ensure children have access to food and support. Her dedication to this effort reflects her compassion for others and her willingness to make a meaningful difference in the lives of local families.
In addition to her community service, Sofia participates in ballet, jazz, and the National Honor Society. She balances her extracurricular interests with her commitment to serving others, demonstrating the initiative and responsibility that make her a deserving recipient of this recognition.
Looking toward the future, Sofia plans to attend a four-year university, earn a bachelor’s degree in business, and eventually fulfill her dream of opening her own coffee shop with a bookstore.
Sofia’s teacher describes her as “an exemplary young woman and a dedicated freshman,” noting that she is an integral part of the NHS team and its efforts to end hunger among elementary school students.
The Rotary Club of Okeechobee congratulates Sofia on this well-deserved honor. Her generosity, community involvement, and future aspirations exemplify the spirit of Service Above Self and serve as an inspiration to her peers and the Okeechobee community.
The Rotary Club of Okeechobee is proud to recognize Tyrin Langley as Student of the Month, honoring his dedication to community service, school involvement, and commitment to making a positive difference in the Okeechobee community.
Tyrin has completed an impressive 200 hours of community service, demonstrating a strong commitment to helping others. Much of his volunteer work has been through Christ Fellowship Church, where he has contributed his time to support the church and its community outreach efforts.
Tyrin has also made a meaningful impact through the Future Farmers of America (FFA), participating in projects that enhance the community’s appearance and environment, including helping maintain a butterfly garden. Through the BackPack Program, he has also delivered countless meals to students at Everglades Elementary School, helping support local children and families. In addition, he has contributed to various FFA projects and assisted with debate-related activities.
Beyond his community service, Tyrin is actively involved in several extracurricular organizations, including the National Honor Society (NHS), FFA, Golden Plume Club, and Debate. His participation reflects his dedication to teamwork, leadership, and personal growth while balancing his school commitments with service to others.
Looking toward the future, Tyrin hopes to become a farrier, a professional who specializes in the care and maintenance of horses’ hooves and horseshoeing. He also plans to pursue a degree in agribusiness, combining his interest in agriculture with the business knowledge needed to build a successful career.
The Rotary Club of Okeechobee congratulates Tyrin Langley on this well-deserved recognition and thanks him for his contributions to the community. His generosity, agricultural interests, and dedication to serving others embody Rotary’s motto, Service Above Self, and demonstrate the positive impact young people can make in their community.
