November Students of the Month

Clearbrook-Gonvick November Elementary Students of the Month

“Every child deserves a champion – an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be.” ~Rita Pierson

 

Name: Faith Gunning, Kindergarten

Parents: Mark and Amanda Siblings: Grace    

Comments:  “Faith is doing an awesome job in kindergarten! She is a good friend and student. Faith is very quiet during learning times and is always paying attention and listening. She loves creating things at the writing center with her friends and enjoys coloring. Keep up the great work, Faith!!” “Faith is a great singer and she knows her rhythms!!!”

 

Student: Gracie Petit, Grade 1

Parents: Chad and Rose Petit, Siblings: Arabella - 11th grade    

Comments:  “Gracie is a dependable and kind friend to everyone in the class.  She comes to school with a happy heart and is always ready to learn something new.  She strives to do her very best in all areas of learning and is a fantastic helper to those in need.  She is respectful and willing to take risks in the adventure of learning!  She is doing an outstanding job in our class and deserves to be recognized!  Congratulations, Gracie!” “Gracie is kind to the students around her.  She is a good singer too!”

 

Student: Jasmine Erickson, Grade 2

Parents: Alex Erickson and Chris Harmon, Siblings: Terrance, Anthony, Justin, & Aliyah   

Comments:  “This is Jasmine’s first year at Clearbrook-Gonvick School. What a GREAT addition to our class! Jasmine gives her very best at everything every day. She is a wonderful example to all her classmates.  She is organized and follows through with her work. She listens well and eagerly shares her thoughts in class discussions. Jasmine is willing to take the risk of asking questions to check for understanding. She is a great friend to others and is always willing to help. Congratulations Jasmine! I’m proud of you! Keep up the good work!”

 

Student: Colton Hammons, Grade 3

Parents:  Robin Hammons and Joe Kalenak   Siblings: Kelsi Kalenak   

Comments:  “Colton comes to the classroom prepared and ready for the day!  When he is done with his work you can find him writing, and writing, and writing some more!  When you give a task to Colton, you can see his creative wheels turning! He is kind to others and always remembers to raise his hand, no matter how excited he is to to answer the question!  Thank you Colton for being a great role model in our classroom!”   “Colton is a good listener and asks many questions--he knows his rhythms!”

 

Student: Daniel King, Grade 4 

Parents: Anna King    Comments:  “Daniel is a great student to have in class. He is so enthusiastic and eager to participate. Daniel has a big heart and is kind to the people around him. He can bring a smile to anyone’s face. Keep it up Daniel!” “Daniel always volunteers to play instruments on our songs--he is a good music bingo player!”

 

Student: Aleeyah Molden,  Grade 5 

Parents: Shannon Griefe and  Nathanial Molden Siblings: Madison and Georgia 

Comments:  “Aleeyah is new to our school district, but you sure couldn’t tell.  This is because she is such a kind, caring person who always has a big smile on her face, and those attributes have made her lots of friends. She is also super creative, and she is often designing fun things that help her with everyday tasks.   Another wonderful attribute is her attitude towards academics as she completes all tasks with enthusiasm and a positive attitude.”  “It is a pleasure to have Aleeyah in class.

What a great smile and attitude--we love having Aleeyah in the music classroom!”

 

Student: Haley McCoy, Grade 6 

Parents: Melissa McCoy and Michael McCoy; Siblings: Jammarr Branch and  Aubrey McCoy,    

Comments: “Haley is an amazing student to have in our class.  She continues to impress everyone with her academic achievement and her willingness to go above and beyond what is expected.  Haley enjoys school and has had perfect attendance so far this year.  One student comments, “She always volunteers time to helping other students that need help in all of the classes that we have.”  Thank you, Haley, for your dedication to school and your willingness to help others!” “Haley is one of the first to volunteer--thanks for being willing to read a poem for Veteran’s Day! I can’t wait to have you in high school choir--you have a wonderful voice!”