Becca Arnold
2003 Community Hero
Pop music star Aaron Carter is a favorite subject for 15 year old Becca. She loves to sing along with his CD's over and over. She also loves to dance, paint, swim and watch Nickelodeon on TV….and of course, eat pizza, saying, "I'd eat it every day if I could!"
In March of 2002, Becca was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). The treatment for this form of cancer required her to endure up to eight pokes a day and round after round of chemotherapy. Being away from middle school is particularly tough for Becca as she misses seeing her classmates and friends.
Despite the challenges of treatment, she continually looks forward to greeting all the staff warmly on her regular arrival at the clinic. Becca serves as an inspiration to her family. Her mother says, “Becca starts every day with enthusiasm. Her heart and courage are not limited and she lives with hope.”
