Winston School Recognizes Student Standouts

The Winston School recognized Delaney Magaudda, Alex Sandoval and Madeleine Klingsberg with top honors at an annual awards ceremony held last week at the Del Mar Hilton. The Del Mar-based private school, that offers innovative teaching solutions for kids struggling with learning differences, reserves the annual distinctions for students who embody the qualities and values it promotes through its programs.

Delaney Magaudda, the confident, bubbly senior from La Jolla, received Headmaster’s Award – the school’s highest honor reserved for the one student who most exemplifies its values. The senior’s love of learning, sense of direction in her life and care for the entire community set her apart. Her academic accomplishments, citizenship and leadership made her a role model for others, says Headmaster Mike Peterson. She plans to attend Mills College in the fall.

Magaudda, who suffered a traumatic head injury at age 3 and has dyslexia and ADHD, struggles with reading and read at the first grade level when she began attending the school as a seventh grader.

“Delaney is always striving to learn, to grow and to move forward in her life and bring others along with her. She’s an exceptional student and an inspiration to her peers,” added Peterson.

Alex Sandoval and Madeleine Klingsberg were recognized with the Loyalty, Spirit and Service Award named after Sarita Doyle Eastman, one of Winston’s founding leaders. The award is reserved for students who strive to make the school a stronger, happier place by being a good friend, a good worker and a role model to others.

Sandoval, a senior and a San Diego resident, understands his learning difference and knows what he needs to overcome it is an outstanding role model for success. “This young man’s gentle, principled way and his quiet contributions to the community have enriched us all,” said Peterson.

Madeleine Klingsberg, a resident of Fallbrook, shared the Eastman award with Sandoval. A senior, Klingsberg’s leadership, work on stage and her participation in the school’s athletic program, made her a vital and visible part of campus life at Winston.

“Maddy’s enthusiasm, well, fiery enthusiasm for school and life energizes all she does and gets others excited to work with her. ”

For more information about The Winston School and its solutions for kids with learning differences, go to: http://thewinstonschool.com/