Most inspiring female leader, to me, is Sally Ride, the first American female astronaut. I find her so inspiring because she went outside of the norm in several aspects. The one attribute I find most notable about her, is her drive to continue her education, despite already having success as a semi-pro tennis athlete. Although unlikely, I would love to be able to reach and inspire as many young woman as Sally Ride has. Except inspiring them to study computer science versus physics. I have worked with young girls, ages 5-10 since I was 14 years old. I continue working with young girls, now ages 10-18, teaching them about cheerleading and what it means to be a role model and a team mate. I require all of my girls to go to local businesses who support our schools at least three times a year, and have them pick up trash from their parking lots, clean floors, or volunteer to help wherever they are needed. I also assign each girl under 15, a mentor. Mainly as someone they can talk to, vent to, look up too. I do get some push back from some parents, who do not understand why I require the girls to volunteer and give back to our community. However, I explain how necessary I believe it is to teach them to help their community, even with a small task of picking up trash. I grew up in the foster system, and have experienced both sides of youth. The bullying, and belittling someone else because they are poor, have intellectual disabilities, or have a physical malformation or disability. I was also able to experience the tolerant, encouraging, well liked and accepting sides of youth. To be a leader deserving of that title, will require much more work, planning, and outreach. Although I hope to inspire girls to continue their education, I will continue to always foster their self esteem, kindness, acceptance, and hopefully help them to one day grow into bright and brilliant leaders themselves.