POULSBO — Darby Lowney, an incoming junior at North Kitsap High School, was awarded the 2013 Leo of the Year award by Karl Ostheller of the North Kitsap Vikings Leo Club.

As a sophomore, Darby was club secretary and is now president-elect for the 2013-14 school year.

In elementary school, Darby got her civic start by organizing a citywide “Clean Up Poulsbo” campaign. She presented to the City Council about how it would be helpful to have more large garbage containers available.

Leos are middle and high school-age students who are dedicated to service to school and community. The Leos are sponsored by the Poulsbo Noon Lions Club.