Olivia Mannella was named the Bulldog Bookstore “Employee of the Month” for the month of October.
Olivia, a senior, is in her third year working at the bookstore located in the Jr./Sr. High School. Business teacher Mrs. Weissenberger, who oversees the store, says Olivia was selected based on her outstanding leadership and organizational skills.
“I like having the responsibility of being a team leader of the bookstore and opening up every morning to start the day,” Olivia said, who is in charge of the stores’ cash register, keeps track of the inventory, stocks and cleans while working.
The Bulldog Bookstore is not associated with any class. Rather, students interested in acquiring a volunteer position at the store submit an application, resume and at least two references, and are then interviewed by Mrs. Weissenberger. Students work during free periods and lunch.
Olivia says working at the bookstore is a great experience and learning tool.
“I have learned to become a good leader and many skills, like handling money and becoming a better communicator,” Olivia said.
Olivia plans on attending a four-year college next year to major in psychology. She is still considering several schools.
The Bulldog Bookstore is open Monday-Friday during school hours and sometimes during special events. There’s plenty of “green and white” to choose from. Products for sale range from t-shirts to hoodies to snacks and school supplies. All profits are invested back into the student body in the form of scholarships to graduating seniors.
Congratulations to Olivia Mannella on being named the Bulldog Bookstore “Employee of the Month” for the month of October!