West Essex Middle School Announces Students of the Month

Principal David Montgomery and West Essex Middle School Assistant Principal Lisa Tamburri have announced the four Students of the Month for December, 2011.

The 7^th Grade Students of the Month from team 7C are:

Isabel Parzecki

Isabel is an outstanding student who goes above and beyond what is required of her. She participates in class and has a wealth of prior knowledge. Isabel uses her talents to help others in class.

AJ Celentano

AJ is a curious, motivated and engaged student who puts forth unparalleled effort to achieve his goals. He participates in class and completes all of his assignments. AJ also helps fellow students in class.

The 8^th Grade Students of the Month from Team 8C are:

Jake Russin

Jake is a quiet, diligent student who performs at a high level. He demonstrates a great work ethic and strong desire to succeed.

Isabelle Caine

Isabelle is performing very well in all of her classes, and she also shows a willingness to assist other students who may be struggling. She displays a strong work ethic and is a member of the Middle School Student Council.

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 Student Store Gift Card.