FOUNDER

FERN DUBERMAN

Teens of Pink Ribbon® was founded in 2014 by Fern Duberman, a Boca Raton resident, interior designer, and cancer awareness advocate. With Fern’s guidance, TOPR has evolved into a network of teens and adults committed to wellness, education, and fundraising, illuminating the resources within the community.

TOPR Officers 2024-2025

PRESIDENT

Leora Tripp

TOPR Executive President@ Donna Klein Jewish Academy 

I am a TOPR because I have witnessed my mom’s diagnosis with Breast Cancer. Additionally, I am a passionate public health advocate who has both published and presented research on Breast Cancer and founded a non profit organization dedicated to assisting the families of Breast Cancer patients.

Leora Tripp
TOPR Executive President@ Donna Klein Jewish Academy

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PRESIDENT

Hannah Klein

TOPR Executive President@ Donna Klein Jewish Academy 

HANNAH KLEIN is the President of TOPR association and the President at Donna Klein Jewish Academy in Boca Raton, Florida, where she is a Senior. Hannah has been a TOPR for all four years of high school. She enjoys going to the beach with friends, traveling to new places, and spending time with family.

I am a TOPR because three significant people in my life have been diagnosed with cancer, both my grandmas and my mom. I have made it my responsibility to raise awareness and help support those in need.

Hannah Klein
TOPR Executive President@ Donna Klein Jewish Academy

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Samantha Heller

Representative @ American Heritage 

SAMANTHA HELLER is a TOPR Representative at American Heritage in Delray, Florida, where she is a junior. In her free time, she enjoys taking to her friends, listening to music, baking, shopping, and playing tennis.

I am a TOPR because I’d like to contribute to a worthy cause and to teach other students about health and cancer prevention.

Samantha Heller
Representative @ American Heritage

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Noor Habona

President@ FAU High

NOOR HABONA is the President of TOPR at Florida Atlantic University High School in Boca Raton, Florida, where she is a senior. Noor participates in research and in her free time, volunteers at the American Cancer Society and enjoys spending time at the beach.

I am a TOPR because I am passionate about making a difference in the fight against cancer and believe that through education, advocacy, and community support, we can bring hope and awareness to those affected by this disease.

Noor Habona
President@ FAU High

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Abby Sinu

President @ FAU High

ABIGAIL SINU is the President of TOPR at Florida Atlantic University High School in Boca Raton, Florida, where she is a senior. In her free time, Abby is an accomplished violinist and enjoys participating in pageants.

I am a TOPR because I have witnessed my grandfather’s cancer diagnosis, and realized the significant impact I could make through this organization. Spreading awareness and providing support to those battling cancer is incredibly important to me.

Abby Sinu
President @ FAU High

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Alexa Hollander

President @ North Broward Preparatory School

ALEXA HOLLANDER is the President of the TOPR club at North Broward Preparatory School in Coconut Creek, Florida, where she is a Junior.  In her free time, Alexa enjoys playing tennis, hanging out with her friends, and going to the beach.

I am a TOPR because I know what it’s like to have someone close to you deal with an illness. I believe that if we all come together as a community, we can not only spread awareness but change the lives for the better of those suffering.

Alexa Hollander
President@ North Broward School

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Samantha Appleton

Web-Page Designer@ North Broward Preparatory School

SAMANTHA APPLETON is the web page designer of TOPR attending North Broward Preparatory School in Coconut Creek, Florida, where she is a junior. In her free time, Sami enjoys listening to music, playing tennis, and creating memories with her family and friends.

I am a TOPR because I strive to raise awareness about cancer and learn new information to help others. In my opinion, TOPR provides a useful platform for self-education for all individuals. We make sure those impacted by cancer feel empowered and supported.

Sami Appleton
Web-Page Designer@ North Broward School

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Mckenna Crupi

Vice President @ North Broward Preparatory School

MCKENNA CRUPI is the Vice President of the TOPR club at North Broward Preparatory School in Coconut Creek, Florida, where she is a junior. She has currently been on the varsity girls lacrosse team for the past 3 years. In her free time she enjoys seeing friends, going to the beach and spending time with family.

I am a TOPR because I believe when we come together as a community we can do anything we put our minds to. Spreading awareness about cancer while simultaneously making a difference in the community is so rewarding.

Mckenna Crupi
Vice President@ North Broward School

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Gia Conde

President @ Saint Andrews 

GIA CONDE is the President of the TOPR club at Saint Andrew’s School in Boca Raton, Florida, where she is a senior. This is her second year as a member of TOPR. Gia leads Saint Andrew’s Dance Marathon Club and Girls Tennis team. In her time off, Gia enjoys going to the gym and being together with her friends and family.

I am a TOPR because I have seen the power of breast cancer research in the treatment of my mom. Therefore, by being in TOPR I can help contribute to this and save more lives by educating people my own age, which also connects to my desire to become a physician.

Gia Conde
President@ Saint Andrews

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Carli Cleveland

Vice President @ Saint Andrews 

CARLI CLEVELAND is the Vice President of the TOPR club at Saint Andrew’s School in Boca Raton, Florida, where she is a junior. In her free time, she loves to dance, spend time with her closest friends, and go to the beach.

I am in TOPR because I truly value the importance of cancer awareness and spreading knowledge to others who may not be aware of its severity. I also strive to give assistance and support to those in need.

Carli Cleveland
Vice President@ Saint Andrews

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Matthew Estrella

President @ Wellington High

MATTHEW ESTRELLA is the President of the TOPR club at Wellington High School where he is a senior. In his free time, Matthew enjoys hanging out with his friends, interning at the State Attorney’s Office, and playing the violin.

I joined TOPR, the breast cancer awareness club at Wellington High School, to actively participate in raising awareness about a critical health issue that affects many lives. By engaging with TOPR, I aim to contribute to educational initiatives and support advocacy efforts. This involvement not only aligns with my personal values but also empowers me to make a tangible difference in the fight against this disease.

Matthew Estrella
President@ Wellington High

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Izabella Versailles

Vice President @ Wellington High

IZABELLA VERSAILLES is the Vice President of the TOPR club at Wellington High School where she is a junior. In her free time, Izzy enjoys spending time with my friends, going to the beach, and getting food with friends.

I am a TOPR because I have been affected by the negative aspect of cancer and will forever strive to help others emotionally and spread awareness. Thankfully, TOPR gives me that opportunity!

Izabella Versailles
Vice President@ Wellington High

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Ella Scheckner

President @ Olympic Heights

ELLA SCHECKNER is the President of the TOPR at Olympic Heights High School in Boca Raton, Florida, where she is a senior. In her free time, Ella likes going to the beach, hanging out with friends, and traveling.

I am a TOPR because my grandfather was diagnosed with cancer and I think it is important to spread awareness and information to the community.

Ella Scheckner
President@ Olympic Heights

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Tori Scaglione

Vice President @ Olympic Heights

TORI SCAGLIONE is the Vice President of the TOPR at Olympic Heights High School in Boca Raton, Florida, where she is a sophomore. In her free time, Tori enjoys partaking in competitive cheer, volunteering with the homeless, and spending time with family and friends.

I am a TOPR because my family has been affected by cancer and I believe that it is so important to educate, raise awareness and raise money to be used to help fund a cure.

Tori Scaglione
Vice President@ Olympic Heights

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Yoel Levin

President @ Pinecrest 

YOEL LEVIN is the President of the TOPR club at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where he is a junior. Yoel is a member of the men’s varsity rowing team at Pine Crest and is part of many other clubs. In his spare time, you can find Yoel enjoying the beach or playing sports with his friends.

I am a TOPR because I have many family members who have fought cancer over the years. I truly believe that cancer is not spoken enough about, and we need to raise more awareness about it.

Yoel Levin
President@ Pinecrest

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Zoey Jobson

President @ Pinecrest 

ZOEY JOBSON is the President of TOPR at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where she is a junior. Zoey participates in Varsity Cheerleading and Lacrosse, and in her free time she often enjoys traveling with friends and family.

I am TOPR because I have personally experienced both of my grandparents suffer from lung and colon cancer, and a friend who suffered from stage 4 glioblastoma. I am very passionate about bringing light to communities and families who are experiencing similar challenges caused by cancer.

Zoey Jobson
President@ Pinecrest

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Jordana Friedman

President @ Pinecrest 

JORDANA FRIEDMAN is the President of the TOPR club at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Jordana is Varsity cheer captain, ranked top ten in the state of Florida for javelin, and in her spare time you can find her at the beach with friends.

I am a TOPR because my friend Emma lost her battle to stage 4 glioblastoma 5 years ago. Now, I am determined to raise awareness and support those families affected by this horrific disease.

Jordana Friedman
President@ Pinecrest

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Sarah Dagher

Representative @ Oxbridge 

SARAH DAGHER is a TOPR Representative at Oxbridge Academy in West Palm Beach, Florida, where she is a junior. In her free time, Sarah enjoyed participating in Model UN as Vice President, going to the beach, serving on student council, being President of the autism coalition, and spending time with friends.

I am a TOPR because I am a part of the Cancer Awareness Club at my school. I am so happy to have the ability to educate students and make a difference giving back to the community and those in need.

Sarah Dagher
Representative @ Oxbridge

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Sydney Budner

Executive President @ Spanish River High School

SYDNEY BUDNER is the Executive President of the TOPR club at Spanish River High School in Boca Raton, Florida, where she is a junior. In her free time, Sydney enjoys hanging out with her family, cleaning, and spending time with friends.

I am a TOPR because I have seen the awful effects of cancer first hand as it affected my grandmother. In TOPR there is an opportunity to give back and help people who dealt with the same thing as the people you love.

Sydney Budner
Executive President@ Spanish River High School

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Jayden Loyacona

Fundraising Coordinator @ Spanish River High School

JAYDEN LOYACONA is the Fundraising Coordinator of the TOPR club at Spanish River High School in Boca Raton, Florida, where she is a junior. In her free time, Jayden enjoys spending time with my friends, playing golf, and going to the gym.

I am a TOPR because I have been affected by the negative effects of cancer in my loved ones and will forever strive to help others emotionally and spread awareness. Thankfully, TOPR gives me that opportunity!

Jayden Loyacona
Fundraising Coordinator @ Spanish River High School

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Natalee Loyacona

Executive Correspondent @ Spanish River High School

NATALEE LOYACONA a is the Executive Correspondent of the TOPR club at Spanish River High School in Boca Raton, Florida, where she is a junior. In her free time, Natalee enjoys spending time with her friends, playing with her dog, and going to the gym.

I am a TOPR because I have seen the negative effects of cancer first hand as it affected my family. In TOPR I hope to bring awareness to cancer and all of its negative effects and be able to help those who are currently struggling with cancer.

Natalee Loyacona
Executive Correspondent @ Spanish River High School

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