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Public school board honours excellent students Continued from page 20 21 · Friday, August 17, 2012 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com · Nathan Haye, Montclair: Nathan is a model student who embodies the Montclair work ethic. He shows leadership in all facets of school life including, athletics, in the field sports and on the court, academics, personal excellence as a group leader, and the arts in his commitment to the music program. Nathan gives and gets respect from his peers and his teachers. · Sofia Tencer, Munn's: Sofia consistently demonstrates a positive attitude towards her peers and school community. She generously gives her time to numerous school wide events: volleyball, band, student ambassadors, peer helpers and track and field along with a committed involvement with the Oakville Gymnastics Club. Sofia demonstrates confidence and excellence towards her learning and involvement in extra-curriculars. She continually strives for excellence by going above and beyond in the classroom. · Julia Walber, New Central: Julia is a truly amazing student and individual. She is highly motivated and committed to both her academic pursuits and her co-curricular activities. Julia is a globally and critically minded learner, who has taken on a strong leadership role at New Central. · Riaz Mahmud, Oakwood: Riaz Mahmud was selected as Oakwood's Student Excellence candidate because he demonstrates excellence in academics, athletics, self-improvement, citizenship and student leadership in class and co-curricular activities. He consistently offers to help other students and teachers, is kind and always thinks of others before himself. He continuously seeks ways to improve his work and continues to exceed expectations for performances and assignments. He is a model of our REACH principles (Responsibility, Empathy, Achievement, Cooperation and Helping Hands), is courteous, well-mannered and always shows respect for adults and students. · Jovan Sahi, Palermo: Jovan was selected because he exemplifies Palermo's school motto, "Discover today... Lead tomorrow... Fais la difference." He has demonstrated high achievement, participation and commitment to making a better world through the school Diversity Project and leadership through his selection to the Student Senate. Jovan makes a positive difference in the lives of those with whom he interacts. · Inam Khan, Pilgrim Wood: Inam is respected by staff and peers for his solid academics, his work ethic and his involvement in school life. Inam is involved with the arts through his membership in the concert band and the vocal ensemble. His sports participation includes interschool basketball, volleyball, track, and cross-country. Inam has also been a Q.D.F. leader and is an active member in many clubs including the French Club, the Green Club and Think Bowl. Inam has been a member of student council for three years and is currently the prime minister. · Claire Estey, Pine Grove: Claire has excelled not only in academics but with her positive demeanour and solid involvement in extracurricular activities, such as Art Club, Nathan Haye Montclair Sofia Tencer Munn's Julia Walber New Central Riaz Mahmud Oakwood Jovan Sahi Palermo Inam Khan Pilgrim Wood Claire Estey Pine Grove Jenna Matsuba Post's Corners Tijana Despot River Oaks Daniel Daniel Berry Berry Sheridan Sheridan Mara Lach Sunningdale Kaushar Mahetaji W.H. Morden student government, crossrecent trip to the basketball country, track, and concert finals. She is a member of the band. She leads by example, Safe Schools Action Team that whether through her diliwas recently nominated for a gent work, innovative projPremier's Award. Jenna's willects, or positive encourageingness (and enthusiasm) to ment of others. An academassist others, inside and outic, athletic, artistic, and side the classroom, has proven active student, Claire is an to be a true asset to our learnexemplary role model. ing environment, and she Teaghan Hignett · Jenna Matsuba, Post's exemplifies outstanding citiWest Oak Corners: Jenna exemplifies zenship every single day. excellence in social, athletic, · Tijana Despot, River and academic pursuits. She is highly engaged Oaks: Tijana demonstrates outstanding in the life of the school. Jenna is an extremequalities in many areas. She maintains a ly hard working person who takes tremenstrong work ethic and continuously strives dous pride in her own accomplishments and to achieve excellence in all her academic in the numerous contributions she makes to subjects. Tijana is highly respected by teachour schools co-curriculars, including a most ers and her peers. She is a member of the River Oaks Leadership Council and is also very talented. As an athlete she has been a member of the school basketball team and provincial tennis team. As a musician she is a member of the school concert and jazz bands and the Halton Intermediate Winds. However, her greatest strengths are her compassion and enthusiasm. Tijana is always thinking of what she can do for others. · Daniel Berry, Sheridan: Daniel was selected because he demonstrates excellence in academics, leadership and citizenship. He is an enthusiastic learner who actively participates in activities. He is an active member of the Sheridan school community, participating in many of the student leadership opportunities including Student Secretary, Lunch Lady, Student Announcer, student council and ECO Monitor. He demonstrates a kind and caring attitude and is respectful to all staff and students. He is a highly-regarded member of Sheridan Public School. · Mara Lach, Sunningdale: Mara is a very committed student who consistently sets goals for herself and always puts forth her best effort. She is a natural leader who exudes confidence in the classroom. Mara enjoys challenges both academically and with her involvement in sports and truly believes that she should "never turn down an extra experience." Mara demonstrates a kind and caring attitude and contributes to the school community through her involvement in the Me to We Club, volleyball, band, Right to Play as well as coaching Grade 5 and 6 volleyball. · Kaushar Mahetaji, W.H. Morden: Kaushar is a caring, involved, and highly devoted student at W.H. Morden who has a tremendous sense of determination and drive. She is involved in numerous clubs in school including the eco-team, athletic council, choir, concert band, and the social justice club. Along with her involvement at Morden, she makes academics her No. 1 priority and has won many awards outside of school, such as a silver medal in the Halton French speech contest, and a gold medal at the 2012 Bay Area Science and Engineering Fair (BASEF). Kaushar travelled to P.E.I in May for the Canada-wide Science Fair. Outside of school Kaushar enjoys playing badminton and practising taekwondo. · Teaghan Hignett, West Oak: Teaghan Hignett consistently contributes to West Oak Public School in the areas of academics, leadership, and citizenship. Her love for learning is reflected in her strong academic achievements and excellent learning skills. She is actively involved in student council, is a warrior on the volleyball and basketball courts, and has been a member of the trombone section in the concert band for three years. In addition to her involvement in many extracurricular activities, Teaghan is a born leader, and is a coach and mentor for the Grade 6 girl's basketball team; she demonstrates maturity, patience, and respect in many social situations. Teaghan's initiative, determination, and her willingness to help staff members and peers is a model for all students at West Oak.