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East Haven Rotary Club Honors October Student of the Month

Audrey Owusu Aikins plays three sports and is a member of the Chess Club, Student Council, HOSA, and is the chief editor of the Comet Club.

Rotary President and Student of the Month Chairperson, Tammy Afragola, and October 2026 Student of the Month, Audrey Owusu Aikins. (Courtesy of East Haven Rotary Club)

EAST HAVEN, CT — The East Haven Rotary Club recently honored Audrey Owusu Aikins as October's Student of the Month.

"Audrey is an outstanding student who demonstrates dedication, leadership, and a commitment to being involved in her school community," the Rotary noted in a news release. A three-sport varsity athlete, she plays volleyball, basketball, and outdoor track. "Her involvement in athletics reflects her willingness to work hard, challenge herself, and be part of a team."

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Beyond the athletic field and court, she is also actively involved in numerous school organizations, including Chess Club, Student Council, HOSA, and Comet Club, where she serves as Chief Editor.

"Through these activities, she continues to develop her leadership, collaboration, and communication skills while making the most of the opportunities available to her," the Rotary shared.

"Looking toward the future, Audrey has ambitious goals. She plans to become a dental hygienist and eventually pursue her dream of becoming a dentist," the Club noted. "Her aspirations reflect a desire to build a successful future while pursuing a career in the dental field."

About the Rotray Club Student of the Month

Each month the Rotary recognizes a student from East Haven High School's junior class. The club makes these presentations at Superintendent Adam Swinney's monthly District Wide Students of the Month Assembly, which takes place the last Friday of the month in the Media Center at the high school. The East Haven Rotary Club presents each honoree with a certificate, a Rotary commemorative coin, and a $100 check. Winners then become eligible for the $1000 Jack Leary Memorial Scholarship to be awarded at the end of their senior year.

The East Haven Rotary Club, 88th year was organized on March 3, 1939.

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