December High School Students of the Month
Thu, 01/10/2019 - 8:42am
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December High School
Students of the Month
“A dream doesn't become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work.” ~ Colin Powell
Name: Kari Shamp, Grade 12, Parents: Tim & Marilyn Shamp, Siblings: Emily, Abbey, Molly, & Naomi
School Involvement: Volleyball, Band, FFA, National Honor Society
Favorite Class: TA with the first graders
Hobbies/Interests: Volleyball and summertime activities
What she likes about CG: I like the support from the teachers.
Future Plans: “Uff da, I don’t know yet, but my goal is to do something I enjoy.”
Comments: “Fun to have in class” “Hard Worker” “Always enjoyed having her in class and was never afraid to tell you what she thought!” “Kari is dedicated, hard-working, and has an infectious laugh.” “Kari is a dig in and get to work kind of gal! She has brought a new dynamic of energy to the FFA and we’re so glad she joined! In class, she’s curious and inquisitive which are qualities of students we love to interact with! Proud of you, Kari!”
Name: Danaé Stenzel, Grade 11, Parents: Tom & Cheryl Stenzel, Siblings: Madison
School Involvement: Student Council, Basketball, Track, and Volleyball
Favorite Class: Chemistry with Mrs. Goudge
Hobbies/Interests: Water Skiing, going on trips, and being with friends
What she likes about CG: The teachers are very friendly and there is great food.
Future Plans: Pediatrician
Comments: “Danaé is always attentive and contributes new perspectives to class discussions.” “A very hard worker...always strives to do her best in everything she does.” “Love it when she does smile!” “Danaé has been working incredibly hard this year to develop her communication and leadership skills and it has paid off. She is becoming a trusted leader and people are listening.”
Name: Amara Churness, Grade 10
Parents: Troy & Andrea Churness, Siblings: Hunter, Adriana, Ashlyn
School Involvement: Senior High Band
Favorite Class: World Studies
Hobbies/Interests: Shopping, Art, and Music
What she likes about CG: Everyone is like your second family.
Future Plans: Pediatric Endocrinologist
Comments: “Amara is always smiling. She is a very hard worker, and a pleasure to have in class.” “Amara works hard, and she is pleasant to all!” “Well liked by her classmates and has always been a pleasure to have in my classes. Works very hard to do her best.” “Amara is kind to everyone, a hard-worker, and a talented student.” “Amara is sweet, kind, and always has a smile on her face. She demonstrates responsibility for her education by asking questions and checks for confirmation of her understanding of each tasks’ expectations. Well done, Amara!”
Name: John DeVries, Grade 9
Parents: John and Michelle DeVries, Siblings: Hadley
School Involvement: Band, Cross Country, Track & Field, Student Council
Favorite Class: Robotics
Hobbies/Interests: Drawing, reading, running and comics
What he likes about CG: The food
Future Plans: An Author
Comments: “John sets goals for himself and works hard to achieve them. He is very conscientious about completing what he promises to do.” “John works very hard at everything he does. Love his mind and his ingenuity with anything that he does.” “Always a big smile on his face and says hi to me every day!” “John always has a grin on his face; he is an enthusiastic learner.” “Always willing to give you a ‘Hello’ and a smile in the hall!”
Name: Riley Tharaldson, Grade 8
Parents: Travis and Jill, Siblings: Ben
School Involvement: Football and Basketball
Favorite Class: Shop
Hobbies/Interests: Riding 4-wheeler and snowmobile
What he likes about CG: It is small enough so that I can meet everyone.
Future Plans: I want to farm.
Comments: “Riley is a great person with a fantastic personality. Always fun to have in class.” “Love having him in class...has been a great addition to our school.” “Riley has been a wonderful addition to the Clearbrook-Gonvick student body! He is not afraid to ask or answer questions, setting a great example for his peers to not be afraid to participate in class discussion. His enthusiasm for and knowledge of farming will take him far! Well done, Riley!”
Name: Alex Churness, Grade 7
Parents: Travis and Dani Churness, Siblings: Aiden and Ashten
School Involvement: Sports
Favorite Class: Mr. Bettin’s class
Hobbies/Interests: Sports
What he likes about CG: The people are nice
Future Plans: DNR Officer
Comments: “Alex is a quiet soul that is so polite and a joy to have around!” “Alex exhibits the right combination of hard work and having fun!” “Great attitude towards everything. Always wants to make sure he is doing things right and is a very hard worker.” “Well liked by his classmates.” “Alex has a quiet, yet witty, presence in class. He contributes not only a solid, down-to-Earth perspective in class discussions but a fun sense of humor, also! Congratulations, Alex!”