The Kansas City, Kan., Board of Education recently recognized students of the month for May.
The students of the month, recommended by Superintendent Cindy Lane, included Anthony Jenkins, fifth-grader, New Chelsea Elementary School; Anthony Goodwin, seventh-grader, West Middle School; and Cynthia Botello, 12th-grader, Schlagle High School.
The nomination letter for Anthony Jenkins from his teacher, Shannon McBroom, at New Chelsea Elementary:
“Anthony Jenkins, 5th grader from New Chelsea Elementary is a child who has had some problems but this year has made some big changes. Anthony became involved in the music program where he played the role of Mick Jagger. He loved it so much, but I told him he had to do his work or he could not continue to be in the program. As a result Anthony has not been in recovery since he began working in the musical! He tells me ‘music is my thing’! He has been doing his work and turning in assignments. He also just recently did a really heroic thing. Our school bench was stolen from our playground at school. We were very sad because we liked to watch moms sit on the bench and visit after they dropped their kids off. Anthony loves to ride his bike after school and seemed to be the eyes and ears of the neighborhood. He found the bench in an old vacant house. He then returned to school and informed Mrs. Searcy (our recovery teacher) and told him to get Officer Blunt. He and Officer Blunt went to the vacant house and retrieved the bench and came proudly walking up the sidewalk of our school carrying it. I know Anthony has not made straight A’s but he has made many improvements and has such a wonderful heart.” Sincerely, Shannon McBroom, teacher, New Chelsea Elementary
The nomination letter for Anthony Goodwin from Caitlin McCollum and the seventh-grade team at West Middle School:
“Anthony Goodwin, 7th-grader has been selected as our student of the month at West Middle School. All of his teachers describe him as a diligent student who always works hard to get his work turned in on time and to the best of his ability. Anthony gives an outstanding effort and consistently asks questions of his peers and teachers when he needs support. Further, Anthony’s maturity and respectful attitude are demonstrated by his cheerful attitude both in and out of the classroom. Anthony acts as a positive leader and role model for his peers by avoiding conflict and promoting learning through positive peer interactions. Anthony is deserving of being recognized as student of the month because he is an excellent model for his peers and a pleasure to have in class every day!” Sincerely, Caitlin McCollum and the seventh- grade team
The nomination letter for Cynthia Botello of Schlagle High School from a teacher:
“Cynthia Botello, senior, is a rock star! I truly admire her hard-work and perseverance! She is an exceptional student because she refuses to give up. If there is something put in front of her that may initially overwhelm her, she asks the questions she needs to ask, buckles down and works her heart out until she has arrived as conqueror. I appreciate and admire her heart to move in excellence! She will graduate this year and I am very proud of her. Cynthia rocks it” Sincerely, Raneka Truelove, English language arts teacher
Students of the month for April recognized
The Kansas City, Kan., Board of Education also recently honored students of the month for April. They include Grace Wright, Schlagle High School; Carolina Lozano-Perez, Quindaro Elementary; Jaimelynn Renova Parra, Morse Early Childhood Center; and Por Choua Lor, Central Middle
The students were recommended by Superintendent Cindy Lane.
The nomination letter for Jamielynn Renova Parra from her teachers and staff at the Morse Early Childhood Center:
“Jaimelynn is one of those students that just brightens your day! She enters the school building each day with a smile on her face and a willingness to learn. She gets along with all her peers in the classroom and has made many friends this year. If she doesn’t understand something, she will ask questions. One of the most endearing qualities about Jaimelynn is her capacity to help out her fellow classmate and her care and concern for her peers. She invites peers over to play with her at the dramatic play and engages them in dramatic play roles. She also has a very unique quality about her for our students with disabilities. She provides encouragement to her peers when they get a piece in the puzzle correctly. Jaimelynn displays a love of learning and we appreciate you honoring her for student of the month”. Sincerely, Jami Dodig, Jennifer Bruns, Alicia Salazar-Neupane, Yogi Guess, Manisha Tatum, Erika Salazar and Carlie Thomas, all from Morse ECC
The nomination letter for Carolina Lozano Perez from Nichole Heier at Quindaro Elementary School:
“Carolina is an exemplary student and role model for others. Academically, she is at the top of her class, consistently receiving all ‘A’s’! Her school takes part in a Character Plus program focused on student success through character development. Each month the students are focused on a different character trait, such as courage, respect, integrity and compassion. She has a number of leadership roles in our school. She is a member of the school’s Young Leaders of Tomorrow group, a service-learning group, a service-learning and character-building program. Their project this year was in support of the Make-A-Wish Foundation. This has contributed to her compassion and giving spirit. Most recently, she cut off more than 15 inches of hair to donate to Locks of Love. Carolina is a true leader, mentor and good Samaritan!” Sincerely, Nicole Heier, teacher
The nomination letter for Por Choua Lor from Kristy Poplau at Central Middle School:
“I had the privilege of teaching Por Choua Lor in summer school this past year. Wow! What a joy! He attended summer school so he could learn more and speak more English. He gave 150% to everything we did. I am very impressed by his dedication to learning. He should be given every opportunity within our grasp, as he will strive to achieve his goals. Por Choua is an extremely likeable, high character student with true moral values. He is hard working, dependable, and truly cares about others. He patiently helps his peers when they need assistance without judgment and often with enthusiasm! He lives with the Golden Rule. I wish more adults could acquire traits such as Por Choua’s. He is a fine young man and I expect great things from him”. Kristy Poplau, teacher leader
The nomination letter for Grace Wright from Sara Cosse at Schlagle High School
“Grace Wright is a great representation of a wonderful student here at F.L. Schlagle High School. Grace is a 10th grader who helps other students with her positivity within the classroom. She is an active student in our school and is involved as a marching band flag dancer and with the KU Talent Search in our school. Grace has a strong future ahead of her marching band flag dance. Grace has a strong future ahead of her and works hard in all of her classes with mostly A’s and few B’s. She is a leader among others and she is responsible, respectable, and radiant!” Sincerely, Sara Cosse, family advocacy teacher