STUDENT RECOGNITION BREAKFAST MARCH 27, 2015 SELMA HIGH SCHOOL

MARCH 2015 STUDENT OF THE MONTH NOMINEES ATHLETES OF THE MONTH

FRESHMEN NOMINEES MARCH 2015

LUIS ALMENDAREZ GRADE GPA “Luis is creative and uninhibited. He strives to do his best in a class that calls for creativity, performance, and analysis; he combines all three at a high level.” -Mrs. Saponara, Nominating Teacher

HARSIMRAN BASSI GRADE GPA “Simran is an extremely hard working and ambitious student who goes out of her way to help others. Her curiosity and drive are a great model for other students.” -Mrs. McDougal, Nominating Teacher

BRIANNA COLADO GRADE GPA “Brianna is responsible, punctual, and respectful student. She actively participates in class activities and is always attentive in class.” -Mrs. Ramos, Nominating Teacher

ESVEIDY OCEGUERA NAVA GRADE GPA “ Not only does she win regularly in Homework Hero drawings, Esveidy also schools the rest of the class with test scores and homework discussions that are top notch.” -Mr. Fredericks, Nominating Teacher

GABRIELA SANCHEZ RIOS GRADE GPA “ Gabby is a role model DA student. I have never seen her give anything but her best, she has a positive attitude, and always overcomes obstacles that try to stop her from pursuing a college education. It is a true honor to have her in my class!” -Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher

NATALYA PADILLA GRADE GPA “ Natalya has a positive attitude in class. She is responsible and actively participates in class discussions. She is always on time and prepared before class begins.” -Mrs. Ramos, Nominating Teacher

NATALYA PADILLA GRADE GPA “ Natalya has a positive attitude in class. She is responsible and actively participates in class discussions. She is always on time and prepared before class begins.” -Mrs. Ramos, Nominating Teacher

SOPHOMORE NOMINEES MARCH 2015

ASHLYN ARAKI GRADE GPA “Ashlyn exceeds all expectations. She is a brilliant student who comes to class on time, prepared, and ready to work.” -Mr. Montemayor, Nominating Teacher

CAMILLA BARZEN GRADE GPA “Camilla is the dream Physical Education student. She works hard, has a great attitude and is extremely athletic!” -Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher

JUAN GARCIA GRADE GPA “Juan accepts every challenge and performs at a high level of quality everyday. He is a model student.” -Mr. Cox, Nominating Teacher

ISAAC GONZALEZ SALAS GRADE GPA “ Isaac puts forth a tremendous amount of effort in class. He is always on my homework hero board, the Smarty Bears board, and is a captain and a leader of the class.” -Mr. Fredericks, Nominating Teacher

RAVINDER SANDHU GRADE GPA “Ravinder Sandhu is a leader by example: he always dresses out for PE, follows the rules, and demonstrates good sportsmanship. His maturity and hard work is much appreciated!” -Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher

KARAN SINGH GRADE GPA “He is a great kid to have in class!” -Mr. Lane, Nominating Teacher

JEWLIA WINTER GRADE GPA “Jewlia does her best in everything she does if it’s in the classroom or on the ag farm. She is an amazing young woman.” -Ms. Harris, Nominating Teacher

JUNIOR NOMINEES MARCH 2015

ISAIAH AYARZAGOITIA GRADE GPA “ Isaiah is respectful and I enjoy having him in my class.” -Mr. Lane, Nominating Teacher

ELISEO BRITO-NARANJO GRADE GPA “ He always has a smile on his face.” -Mr. Lane, Nominating Teacher

LIZETTE CHAVEZ MUNOZ GRADE GPA “ Lizette works hard and has a great attitude! I love having her in class.” -Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher

CRISTIAN HERRERA GRADE GPA “ Cristian is a delite in class. He is very funny, respectful, and bright. I enjoy his happy demeanor, and his peers enjoy his light-hearted attitude. Plus, his school work is exemplary.” -Mrs. Saponara, Nominating Teacher

MARIA JASSO GRADE GPA “ Maria has picked up her grades and seems more focused on school. She demonstrates individual determination which AVID strives for the students to do!” -Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher

GURMAN MANN GRADE GPA “ Gary is so respectful and hard working! He earned the 3 rd highest score on Selma’s team at Academic Decathlon, and he is only a junior.” -Mr. Highbaugh, Nominating Teacher

SELENA PEREZ GRADE GPA “ Selena is a very conscientious student: she makes sure every assignment is in and is done well. She also has a wonderful smile.” -Ms. Harris, Nominating Teacher

CAMBRIA SCOTT GRADE GPA “ “She is an excellent student who not only wants to do well but is genuinely interested in learning” -Mr. Johnson, Nominating Teacher

SENIOR NOMINEES MARCH 2015

YESENIA BUENROSTRO RAMIREZ GRADE GPA “ Yesenia is a very diligent student. Her GPA reflects her hard work and determination to do well academically. -Mr. Montemayor, Nominating Teacher

JONATHAN CERVANTES GRADE GPA “ Jonathan is one of the highlights of my 6 th period. He is fun, a good sport, and participates every day.” -Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher

DELIA GUZMAN HERNANDEZ GRADE GPA “ Delia works hard EVERY DAY! She has a positive attitude and always wants to get better!” -Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher

RAMNEET PANNU GRADE GPA “ Ramneet performed extraordinarily at the Academic Decathlon, winning 7 medals, a scholarship, and earning the highest score in school history.” -Mr. Highbaugh, Nominating Teacher

RONI PEREZ GRADE GPA “ “She does not make a lot of noise; she just does her work at a very high level.” -Mr. Johnson, Nominating Teacher

PAUL THOMAS GRADE GPA “Paul is a great guy who is passionate about athletics and academics. He gives his best to both areas; as a result, he is incredibly successful in each.” -Ms. Harris, Nominating Teacher

ATHLETES OF THE MONTH MARCH 2015

GRACIE FIGUEROA MARCH FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - GRACIE FIGUEROA MARCH 2015 FRESHMEM 3.17 GPA SPORT: WRESTLING Stats: Undefeated (34-0) 111 lbs. Central Section Champion 111 lbs. California State Champion “Gracie comes with a chip on her shoulder, she’s always prepared for every tournament and she is not shy about putting in extra work.” -Coach Lopez

ALLEIDA MARTINEZ MARCH FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - ALLEIDA MARTINEZ MARCH 2015 FRESHMEN 2.67 GPA SPORT: WRESTLING Stats: Undefeated (33-0) 101 lbs. Central Section Champion 101 lbs. California State Champion “Alleida is a calm, soft spoken, and unstressed individual; but once that whistle blows she turns into a ferocious storm of takedowns, near-falls and pins.” -Coach Lopez

JOEY ALVAREZ MARCH MALE ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - JOEY ALVAREZ MARCH 2015 SENIOR 2.67 GPA SPORT: WRESTLING Stats: CSL League Champion Div. II Valley Champion 3 rd Place Central Section Masters CIF California State Wrestling Runner-up “Joey I know I have been very hard on you and I have held you to a higher level. I want you to understand I did it because I care for you and love you. Now I can truly say I AM PROUD OF YOU!!!!” -Coach Lopez