No Hollywood star, no singer, no high-kicking showgirl nor gleaming screen legend has ever been so warmly greeted making their debut on a stage as a little furry bear was on Saturday night.

Press, in collaboration with high school principals and their staffs, are putting the top students in the spotlight.

Kindness doesn’t have to be grand to be unforgettable. From strangers lending a hand to unexpected heroes stepping in, these ...