MIAMI – A group of Miami-Dade students were saluted for offering a helping hand to the community.

The Miami Police Department hosted a ceremony for students receiving the “Do The Right Thing” award, Thursday.

Out of 700 nominees, only 10 students received the award and were honored for their heroic actions.

“It was so weird when they called our name,” said student Jordyn Jagessar. “It was like, ‘What? We won? Like, of other people?’ Like, it’s crazy.”

The interim chief of police recognized their positive behavior, actions and good deeds.

“It’s incredibly inspiring to see these kids’ details of courage, perseverance and civic duty,” said Miami Interim Chief of Police Manny Morales.

Students were given several prizes. Two of those students won a trip to Washington, D.C., after saving the life of a student who was found unresponsive.

“There was a lot of amazing kids here today so, yeah, really excited,” said student Giuliana Marrero.

The 10 honorees were the first to receive the awards in this school year.