text: 2013 Exceptionals: Laura Marlow - Lifestyle - Athens Banner-Herald - Athens, GA
  2013 Exceptionals: Laura Marlow
  Name: Laura Marlow
  Profession: Violin and strings teacher at Greensboro Elementary School
  Family: Will Marlow, husband
  Community Involvement: I volunteer as the director of the children's choir and work with the youth group at Milledge Avenue Baptist Church. My Greene County students and I perform for various events, such as Greene County Relay for Life, Festival of Trees, Union Junction Jamboree, and at churches and nursing homes in the community regularly. I also teach several violin students at my home.
  Best thing about your community: There are always opportunities to help others, either through teaching, performing, making beds for Interfaith Hospitality Network guests at Milledge Avenue Baptist Church, or donating food and clothes to those in the community who are in need.
  If you could wish for anything for your community or your favorite volunteer organization, what would it be: I wish there were more opportunities for children to be involved with music and music ensembles. We have so many talented children in our communities. That is why I love teaching children music in any capacity because so many talents are developed.
  What would your advice be for individuals wanting to get involved in their local community: Know that no matter what you decide to do to help, you are doing something positive and are making a noticeable impact on those around you.
  What legacy do you want to leave to future generations: Don't be afraid to use the gifts you have been given. We all have special talents and should use them to help others any way we can.