SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. — A Southampton High School senior who has already made her mark in giving back to the community won first place in a state skills competition.
Chloe Phillips, a sophomore nursing student at Eastern Long Island Academy of Applied Technology, won first place in the certified medical assisting category at the SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Championship, the district said.
Phillips won first place after placing first in the regional SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Championship, the district added.
It's not Phillips' first time participating in the hands-on competition: As a junior, she won third place in the nurse's aide division at the state championships after placing in the regional competition, district officials added.
Phillips is also one of only 25 high school students in New York State to be nominated for the 2023 US Presidential Scholars Program.
In addition, he is a trained volunteer member of the Southampton Volunteer Ambulance team, as well as an active member of the North Sea Junior Fire Department. With her dedication to giving back, she has helped with department-sponsored blood drives, drills, rallies and parades. Her experience has taught her all aspects of basic firefighting, including fire suppression, rescue, ground ladders, first aid and public relations.
Phillips is also a competitive member of her varsity's field hockey and softball teams, volunteers as a Little League umpire, and is an active member of the Best Buddies and Varsity clubs.
When not volunteering or on the field, he can be found at Riverhead Raceway, competing as a local race driver.
In the fall, Phillips plans to study nursing in college to become a registered nurse.
“The Southampton School District applauds Phillips for her well-deserved recognition,” officials said.
