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Student of the Week
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Vanessa Gomez
The ole saying, “Save the best for last,” may just be true in this instance. We’re so excited to introduce our final Student of the Week for this school year – Vanessa Gomez! This bright third grader’s favorite subjects are Math and Science. When she grows up, Vanessa wants to be a singer or an artist. In her spare time, she loves playing the guitar and doing ballet. She’s had perfect attendance ALL YEAR! Have a great summer Vanessa! A big thanks to Mrs. Woodlee, Mrs. Hillis and the entire Bobby Ray Elementary team for putting community in the classroom!
Katelyn Brown
Congratulations to one of Irving College Elementary’s finest – Katelyn Brown, our Student of the Week! This bright 13 year old is wrapping up a successful 7th grade year. Full of Tiger spirit, Katlyn’s favorite subject is Language Arts. When she grow up, she wants to be a Paleontologist. Katelyn is a proud member of the Tiger Team and Beta Club. In her spare time, she loves building things out of wood. An honor roll student with perfect attendance, we congratulate, Katelyn Brown. Way to finish strong, Katelyn! A big thanks to Mrs. Graves and the entire Irving College team for putting community in the classroom.
Carter Simpson
Finishing the school year strong, we congratulate Hickory Creek’s Carter Simpson, our Student of the Week! This bright 5th grader’s favorite subjects are Math and Social Studies. Carter aspires to attend Lipscomb University and become a farmer or engineer when he grows up. An athlete and a scholar, Carter enjoys basketball and soccer. A straight “A” student with perfect attendance, we are so proud of this Hickory Creek superstar! Have fun at the Chattanooga Aquarium, IMAX Theater and Discovery Museum, Carter! A big thanks to Mr. Mansfield and the entire Hickory Creek staff for putting community in the classroom. Go Hawks!
Gracie Smith
Congratulations to Eastside third grader Gracie Smith, our Student of the Week! This adorable 8 year old’s favorite subject is Art. When Gracie grows up, she wants to be a doctor. In her spare time she loves drawing animals and doing gymnastics. Gracie has three brothers and one sister. Here’s another cool fact – Gracie is an avid recycler. An honor roll student with perfect attendance, we congratulate, Gracie Smith! A big thanks to Ms. Prater and the entire team Eastside team for putting community in the classroom. Go Bulldogs!
Ethan Cantrell
ROLE MODEL ANNOUNCEMENT! We’re excited to introduce Warren County Middle School 7th grader, Ethan Cantrell, our Student of the Week! This outstanding young man’s role model is Warren County Middle School’s awesome SRO (School Resource Officer), Bobby Pennington. In fact, Ethan wants to be a police officer when he grows up. His favorite subject is Math and he plans to attend U.T. or the University of Florida. In his spare time, he enjoys riding his dirt bike. He volunteers regularly with various food drives. Ethan has three brothers, one sister and is an honor roll student. Ethan is a testament to the important role SRO’s play in our school system. A big thanks to Officer Pennington, Mr. Tidwell, Mr. Collier and the entire Middle School staff for putting community in the classroom!
Essie Gant
Today we celebrate one of Irving College Elementary’s finest – Essie Gant, our Student of the Week! This sweet-spirited 8th’s grader’s favorite subject is Language Arts. When she grows up, she wants to be a professional photographer. In her spare time, she enjoys reading. Essie has three brothers that she loves dearly. Essie is a proud member of the Tiger Team and Beta Club. An honor roll student with perfect attendance, we congratulate, Essie Gant, our Student of the Week! A big thanks to Ms. Graves and the entire Irving College staff for putting community in the classroom.
Jayla Garibaldi
Let’s hear it for Jayla Garibaldi, our Student of the Week! This 5th grade, Morrison super-star loves style and sports. When she grows up, she wants to be a fashion designer. In her spare time, she rocks it on the basketball court! She’s an inaugural member of the Morrison Climate Team, a distinguished group of students that help set the overall tone and atmosphere of the school. Jayla is committed to making new students feel welcome. An honor roll student with perfect attendance, we congratulate Jayla Garibaldi, our Student of the week. Have fun on Spring Break, Jayla! A big thanks to Mrs. Cantrell, Mrs. Richey and the entire Morrison team for putting community in the classroom! Go Eagles!
Ivy Elrod
Three cheers for Ivy Elrod, our Student of the Week! This sweet-spirited 4th grader’s favorite subject is Math. When she grows up, Ivy wants to be a teacher. In her spare time, she enjoys playing softball and writing. Ivy has three brothers and one sister that she loves dearly. She’s an active member of Beta and 4-H. Every year, she looks forward to helping Operation Christmas Child by packing shoe boxes for needy children around the world. An honor roll student with perfect attendance, we congratulate, Ivy Elrod, our Student of the Week. A big thanks to Mrs. Woodlee, Mrs. Hillis and the entire Bobby Ray staff for putting community in the classroom.
Phoebe Kneip
It’s Friday and that means it’s Student of the Week Time! We congratulate Hickory Creek superstar, Phoebe Kneip! This energetic 5th grader’s favorite subject is Language Arts. Phoebe already has her eyes set on a career in nursing and plans to attend Tennessee Tech. We are so proud of Phoebe’s involvement in Move to Stand (a club against bullying). In her spare time, Phoebe loves gymnastics. A straight student with perfect attendance, we congratulate, Phoebe Kneip! A big thanks to Mr. Mansfield and the entire Hickory Creek staff for putting community in the classroom. Go Hawks!
Zoe Witty
Congratulations to the energetic and talented, Zoe Witty, our Student of the Week! A super-star at F.C. Boyd Christian School, Zoe’s favorite subject is Math. She’s active in Beta Club and ornament fundraising to benefit children in Africa. A proud member of the Lady Broncos Basketball Team Zoe is an honor roll student with perfect attendance. Zoe has two sisters that she loves dearly. Congratulations Zoe! A big thanks to Ms. Akers and the entire Boyd team for putting community in the classroom! Go Broncos!
Alondra Lassiter
We’re so proud to announce Alondra Lassiter as our Student of the Week! A 7th grader at Covenant Academy, this energetic 12 year old’s favorite subjects are Art and Social Studies. Not surprising, in her spare time, she loves to paint and draw. Alondra is a member of 4-H and Girls Who CODE (Computer Programing Club). Alondra is all about giving back to our Warren County community by volunteering with Meals on Wheels. An honor roll student with perfect attendance, we congratulate, Alondra Lassiter! A big thanks to Covenant for putting community in the classroom!
Sam Rivers
Three cheers for one of Centertown Elementary’s finest, Sam Rivers – our Student of the Week! This outstanding 6th grader is a strong advocate for bullying prevention with the Move 2 Stand program. We were excited to learn about this awesome initiative at Centertown. Sam loves 4-H, baseball, basketball, riding four-wheelers and fishing. An honor role student with perfect attendance, we congratulate this impressive student leader. Have fun at the Chattanooga Aquarium, I-MAX Theatre and Creative Discovery Museum, Sam! A big thanks to Mrs. Cowan and the entire Centertown staff for putting community in the classroom!
Keristyn Seagraves
Three cheers for Covenant Academy’s Keristyn Seagraves, our Student of the Week! We enjoyed spending time with this energetic, talented and bright third grader. Her favorite subject is Language Arts. She loves karaoke and wants to be a professional singer when she grows up. She has two brothers and two sisters. A straight “A” student with perfect attendance, we congratulate, super-star, Keristyn Seagraves! A big thanks to Covenant Academy for putting community in the classroom!
Anahi Martinez Galindo
Starting the new year off right, we congratulate, Anahi Martinez Galindo, our Student of the Week. Full of spirit and smiles, Anahi is a 7th grader at Warren County Middle School. Her favorite subject is Math and she wants to be a doctor when she grows up. In her spare time, Anahi loves to read. She has two sisters and one brother who she loves dearly. An an honor roll student with perfect attendance, we congratulate, Anahi Martinez Galindo! Have fun at the Chattanooga Aquarium, Discovery Science Museum and I-MAX theatre! A big thanks to Mr. Tidwell and the entire staff at the Middle School for putting community in the classroom.
Boyd Christian
Congratulations to one of Boyd Christian’s finest – Leah Vandagriff, our Student of the Week! This bright 8th grader’s favorite subjects are Math and Bible. When she grows up, Leah wants to be a nurse. In her spare time, she loves watching Netflix and coloring Mandalas. Leah was a best friend and huge supporter of Jackson Dunlap. An honor roll student with perfect attendance, we congratulate Leah Vanadgriff! A big thanks to Ms. Akers and the entire Boyd Christian School staff for putting community in the classroom.
Gavin Parsley
Let’s hear it for the super-amazing, Gavin Parsley – our Student of the Week! A first grader at Irving College Elementary, Gavin’s favorite subject is Gym. When he grows up, he wants to be a Paleontologist (a fossil expert – we had to look it up). Here’s a fun fact about Gavin – he can name ALL of the presidents of the United States in order. Currently, he is memorizing all the names of dinosaurs. An honor roll student with perfect attendance, we congratulate Gavin Parsley! A big thanks to Mrs. Graves and her amazing team at Irving College for putting community in the classroom.
Sydney McCurry
After a restful Thanksgiving Break, we’re excited to announce our next Student of the Week, Daniela Maldonado! A first grader at Dibrell Elementary School, this sweet 6-year old’s favorite subject is P.E. Daniela enjoys playing with her one brother and four sisters. She also likes to color and read. Daniela wants to be a dancer when she grows up. An honor roll student with perfect attendance, we congratulate, Daniela Maldonado! A big thanks to Ms. Gann and the entire team at Dibrell for putting community in the classroom. Go Wildcats!
Sydney McCurry
Saluting one of West Elementary’s finest, we congratulate Sydney McCurry, our Student of the Week! This energetic 8-year old’s favorite subject is Drawing. It’s no surprise that when she grows up, she aspires to be an artist. In her spare time, she loves painting and reading. Sydney has three sisters and three brothers whom she loves dearly. An honor roll student with perfect attendance, Sydney has a bright future ahead! A big thanks to Ms. Evans, Ms. Lewis and the entire West Elementary team for putting community in the classroom. Go Wizards!
Abby Graves
Let’s hear it for one of Hickory Creek Elementary’s finest – Abby Graves, our Student of the Week! Abby is in the 5th grade and her favorite subject is Social Studies. When she grows up, Abby wants to be a singer. In her spare time, she enjoys gymnastics, softball, piano and playing with her younger sisters. She’s a proud member of the Hickory Creek Hawks Basketball Team. An honor roll student with perfect attendance, Abby has a bright future ahead. A big thanks to Mr. Mansfield and the entire Hickory Creek staff for putting community in the classroom!
Aaron Tallent
Congratulating Bobby Ray Elementary’s finest, let’s hear it for Aaron Tallent – our Student of the Week! This bright 5th grader’s favorite subject is Math. Aaron is a member of Beta Club and a Library helper. Aaron looks up to his older brother, who is in Interact. In fact, Aaron volunteers with his brother in Interact. Aaron loves basketball and is a proud member of the school’s team. An honor roll student, we congratulate Aaron Tallent! A big thanks to Ms. Woodlee and the entire staff at Bobby Ray for putting community in the classroom.
Cirenia Arellano
We give a loud and proud Wildcat roar to Dibrell Elementary’s own Cirenia Arellano, our Student of the Week! This 7th grader’s favorite subject is Math. When she grows up, she wants to be an architect or an orthodontist. In her spare time, Cirenia loves reading and hanging out with her friends. An honor roll, student with perfect attendance, Cirenia is a proud Beta Club member. Have fun at Lake WinnepeSPOOKah, the Chattanoog
Sawyer Owen
Three Cheers for Centertown’s own, Sawyer Owen, our Student of the Week! This energetic 5th grader’s favorite subject is Science. Sawyer enjoys soccer and playing outside. An Honor Roll student, Sawyer is an active 4-H member. He’s super excited to visit the Chattanooga Aquarium, Discovery Museum and I-MAX Theatre! Congratulations Sawyer! A big thanks to Mrs. Cowan and the entire Centertown Elementary staff for putting community in the classroom!
Issac Stefanick
HAPPY 11th BIRTHDAY and congratulations to Issac Stefanick, our Student of the Week! A bright 5th grader at West Elementary, Issac’s favorite subject is Science. He loves playing on the skate park at the McMinnville Civic Center. He’s a member of Beta Club and aspires to be an inventor. Keep up the good work Issac and have fun at the Chattanooga Aquarium, Discovery Museum and I-Max Theatre! A big thanks to Ms. Haston, Ms. Lewis, and the entire West team for putting community in the classroom!
Deisis Perez Guzman
Congratulations to Deisis Perez Guzman, our Student of the Week! An 8th grader at Morrison School, Deisis’s favorite subjects are Math and Science. In fact, she loves Math so much, she takes a 7:00 a.m. Algebra class. Deisis enjoys hanging out with her three sisters and reading in her spare time. She’s an active member of Beta, Student Council, and Sister Act. Deisis wants to attend college at Tennessee Tech. With a bright future ahead, we wish Deisis the best on her future endeavors! A big thanks to Mrs. Cantrell and the entire Morrison School staff for putting community in the classroom.
Justin Spry
Three cheers for Justin Spry, our Student of the Week. This energetic kindergartener’s favorite
Hunter Cooper
Hip-hip-hooray for Hunter Cooper, our Student of the Week! The son of amazing parents, Lee and Joyce Cooper, Hunter is a first grader at Covenant Academy. His mom, Joyce, is a really good lawyer, by-the-way. At six-years-old, Hunter loves to play outside with his siblings and work on the farm. He also enjoys spending time with his grandparents. Hunter is currently training to be in Cub Scouts. When he grows up, he wants to join the automotive industry. With a bright future ahead, we congratulate Hunter Cooper. A big thanks to Headmaster Stewart and the entire Covenant staff for putting the community in the classroom!
Mark Bouldin
Kicking off this year’s first Student of the Week, we’re proud to introduce Mark Bouldin! A Warren County Middle School student, Mark is 14 years old. His favorite subject is Math. Mark enjoys working in his nursery and spending time with his Grandfather. He also likes playing football with his brothers. Mark wants to be a mechanic when he grows up. An Honor Roll student, we congratulate Mark Bouldin! A big thanks to Mr. Collier, Mr. Tidwell and the entire staff at Warren County Middle School for putting community in the classroom!
Eli Davis
Three cheers for Morrison Elementary’s, Eli Davis, our Student of the Week! This bright third grader’s favorite subject is Math. Eli enjoys Legos, video games, and being a kid. Eli successfully completed Jump Rope for Heart and was second highest in raising money! He’s a straight “A” student with perfect attendance. With a bright future ahead, we congratulate Eli Davis! A big thanks to Ms. Newby and Ms. Cantrell for putting community in the classroom!
Jayven Hillis
Hip Hip Hooray for Jayven Hillis, our Student of the Week! An energetic 4th grader at West Elementary, Jayven’s favorite subject is Math. He loves jumping on his trampoline and spending time with his family. He’s an Honor Roll student with a bright future ahead! A big thanks to Mrs. Lewis and her wonderful staff for putting community in the classroom!
