Name: Sandra Milano-Stevens
Age: 11
School: Tuttle School
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Activities: Loves to draw and play kickball, and play with her pet chihuahua, Kilo, especially when she gets him to “dance,” because it’s so much fun making him do it, says the 5th-grader.
Other Interests: Wants to play basketball next season.
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Key to Awesomeness: Sandra has the very best leadership qualities a 5th-grader can have, says her teacher Catherine McGarry. Sandra is always looking out for her classmates’ best interests and lending a helping hand when they need it, McGarry said.
Future Plans: Would like to become a teacher in both the arts and language arts; Sandra says she is especially interested in teaching the importance of spelling.
Quote from Homeroom Teacher Alice Cleto: “Sandra is a wonderful girl and a role model for others because she has a beautiful, warm heart.”
Quote from Sandra’s mom: “The thing that stands out most about my daughter is the determination she has about her,” said Sharon Milano. “When she sets her mind to something, she always completes it.”
