BOSTON (WHDH) - A local teenager recently ran the Massachusetts Probation Service for a day.
Mattapan’s Marli Forrester, a ninth grader, was named MPS’ co-commissioner for the day.
She was sworn in during a special ceremony on Monday.
Forrester helped create a gardening club to promote healthy eating at her school, where she is very active: she’s a student council member, a model UN delegate, a violinist, and a member of the varsity fencing team.
As co-commissioner, Forrester co-signed policy paperwork about a specialized court program for young adults.
She is now the third student to hold the title of co-commissioner.
MPS said the ceremonial role helps them connect with the community and provides mentorship for kids interested in the legal process.
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