West Essex Middle School Announces March Students of the Month

West Essex Middle School Principal David Montgomery and West Essex Middle School Assistant Principal Lisa Tamburri have announced the four Students of the Month for March, 2013.

The 7^th Grade Students of the Month are:

Sophia Dasaro

Sophia is a thoughtful and caring student who is always willing to help her classmates. She is a natural leader and is willing to do whatever it takes to succeed. Her positive attitude is contagious and it makes for a great classroom atmosphere. Sophia, a resident of Fairfield, is a competitive All-State Cheerleader and has been cheerleading for four years.

                     Michael Sessa

Michael is a mature young man who understands the relationship between effort and achievement. He is a natural leader and is a willing participant in class discussions. He is also a classmate everyone can count on. Michael, a resident of Roseland, enjoys playing guitar with the Middle School Jazz Band.

The 8^th Grade Students of the Month are:

Karly Blume

Karly is a very conscientious student who always goes above and beyond to help others. She is an excellent role model to her peers and has a great work ethic. Karly, a resident of Roseland, is a member of the dance team. She also plays basketball.

Joe Polifonte

Joe is a very hard-working and diligent student. He is respectful of teachers and other students and always performs at the highest level. Joe, a resident of Fairfield, enjoys playing soccer for the West Essex Middle School team.

Every month, West Essex Middle School will select four students to be recognized and honored as the Students of the Month. Two students from each grade will be selected and the selection for each month will come from one academic team at each grade level. Cross-teamed students will not be neglected and will also be included in the selection process. 

To be selected as a Student of the Month, the middle school staff has decided to base candidates and selections on a review of the “whole” student not just the student with the best grades. Character traits such as honesty, perseverance, responsibility, integrity and leadership as well as a student’s academic qualities will be included in selecting students to be honored.

Honored students will have their pictures displayed in the middle school display case outside of the main office and on the middle school website. Honorees are also recognized during the morning announcements and receive a certificate recognizing their accomplishment, a “Student of the Month” locker magnet and a $5.00 Student Store Gift Card.