STUDENT RECOGNITION BREAKFAST MAY 1, 2015 SELMA HIGH SCHOOL

APRIL 2015 STUDENT OF THE MONTH NOMINEES ATHLETES OF THE MONTH

FRESHMEN NOMINEES APRIL 2015

FRANCESCA DELGADO GRADE GPA “ Frankie has a great personality and she tries hard in class. She has gotten better in so many things and I am extremely proud of her.” -Mrs. Sultenfuss

ALICIA GARCIA GRADE GPA “Alicia is a joy to have in my classroom and a great asset to Selma High’s campus.” -Mr. Stumpfhauser

FELIPE GARCIA BRAVO GRADE GPA “Felipe is a quiet and dependable leader who sets a positive example for his classmates. He works hard each and every day, putting 100% effort into all of his assignments.” -Mrs. Silva

DELILAHHERNANDEZ GRADE GPA “ Delilah has the self motivation and drive I wish more of my students possessed. She is goal driven…a wonderful example of the Doctor’s Academy Program!” -Mrs. Manter

MARIAH LOPEZ GRADE GPA “Mariah has become a shining star in her class. She is an instinctual leader and very smart. I will miss her upbeat personality and genuine smile next year when she goes on to impress other teachers on campus.” “Mariah always works hard to make sure all the members of her group succeed. She is on my Smarty Bears Board constantly, a frequent appearance on the HW Heroes, and she’s an academic mentor!” -Mrs. Saponara -Mr. Fredericks

SOPHOMORE NOMINEES APRIL 2015

SAMANTHA BAUTISTA GRADE GPA “Samantha is a great example of a student athlete: she works hard in the classroom and in the pool. She does not settle or go half way at something; once she sets a goal she strives to achieve it!” -Mrs. Manter

SYDNEY CASE GRADE GPA “Sydney has been an amazing student, starting from her first day as a freshman in Math 1 up to her success in Math 2. She has been putting those skills to great use by being an Academic Mentor during the tutorial time, helping students stay on task and get work done.” -Mr. Fredericks

MCKAYLA GONZALES GRADE GPA “McKayla is determined to put forth her best effort and work all of the time.” -Mrs. Lambert

KEVIN HERNANDEZ GRADE GPA “Kevin is the total package, fantastic in athletics and academics! ” -Mrs. Sultenfuss

PAOLA JIMENEZ GRADE GPA “Paola is a polite individual who gives every assignment her best effort.” -Ms. Harris

MANMEET KAUR GRADE GPA “Manmeet’s work ethic is exemplary. She goes above and beyond what is expected of her in my class.” -Mr. Lane

JUNIOR NOMINEES APRIL 2015

MARIA (TERRY) CORTEZ GRADE 11 GPA “Terry has shown tremendous progress in my class. I am so proud of her.” -Mr. Lane

KIMBERLY GARCIA GRADE GPA “Kimberly completes her work in a timely fashion. It’s a privilege to have her in class.” -Mr. Lane

DIANA LOPEZ GRADE GPA “It would be hard to find a student with the combination of intelligence, work ethic, athletic prowess wrapped in a package of class, poise, and integrity as that found in Diana Lopez.” -Mr. Castle

LIA LOPEZ GRADE GPA Lia’s analysis in group discussions is thoughtful and focused. She demonstrates a mature approach to the classroom that has resulted in her growth into a top writer and contributor to discussions.” -Mr. Machnik

ESMERALDA NARANJO GRADE GPA “Esmeralda works hard and I love having her in class.” -Mrs. Sultenfuss

GUADALUPE RAMIREZ TORRES GRADE GPA “ Guadalupe is one of the most impressive students I have ever had. She tackles all of her English assignments with determination, which makes her work exemplary. I can tell that her goal is to earn an A, but the higher goal is to learn and give her best work.” -Mrs. Saponara

MANPREET SOMAL GRADE GPA “Manpreet earned a spot on the Academic Decathlon team and performed admirably earning two medals! She also was voted Most Inspirational Decathlete!” -Mr. Highbaugh

GISSELL TORRES TORRES GRADE GPA “ Gissell has come such a long way since her Freshman year. School may not come easy to her but she has been working hard to improve her grades.” -Mrs. Saponara

SENIOR NOMINEES APRIL 2015

ARMANDO CARRILLO GRADE GPA “Armando earned the highest math score on the Academic Decathlon team and the second highest score overall (all ten subjects). He is smart, athletic, respectful, works hard, and I predict he will thrive in college next year.” -Mr. Highbaugh

DEYSI GARCIA GOMEZ GRADE GPA “Deysi always strives to do her best and never settles for anything less. She exhibits a high quality work ethic, built upon veneration and dignity for all, which is recognized by her peers and beyond.” -Mr. Alcoser

FRANK (JIOVANNI) HERNANDEZ GRADE GPA “Jio is one of the most engaged and positive students I have in my classes. He comes in with a smile every day ready to discuss, participate, and complete any assignment given to him to the best of his abilities.” -Ms. Luviano

TESSA LOCKER GRADE GPA “Tessa is a hard-working, well- rounded, dedicated young lady who is very successful in leadership, academics, and athletics. She’s a neat person.” -Ms. Harris

NAOMI OCHOA GRADE GPA “ Naomi is such a hard-working and responsible student who comes to class each day eager to learn and who always tackles any assignment with a positive attitude. It is a joy to have her vibrant personality in class every day.” -Ms. Luviano

OSCAR RAMOS GRADE GPA “Oscar has made the most of his senior year: 2 AP courses, PE cross age tutor, CNA, track, and the list goes on. I am so proud of what he has accomplished and what he will accomplish in the future!” “Oscar does an amazing job in class and his students at Jackson love him!” -Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher -Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher

JASMINE RODRIGUEZ GRADE GPA “It is extremely rare for a student to write with the complexity of thought and the vocabulary of Jasmine. Yet, she continues to be committed to honing her skills as a scholar.” -Mr. Machnik

BALREET SINGH GRADE GPA “I would not mind having a class full of Balreet’s. His great work ethic inside and outside of the classroom demonstrates his strive for excellence.” -Mr. Montemayor

MARISSA SMITH GRADE GPA “Marissa shows up each and every day and works extremely hard. I truly appreciate her positive attitude and work ethic.” -Mrs. Silva

ATHLETES OF THE MONTH APRIL 2015

ANISAH NAVARRO APRIL FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - ANISAH NAVARRO APRIL 2015 SOPHOMORE 3.17 GPA SPORT: SOFTBALL “Anisah has been an outstanding player and vital part of winning for our team. She is leading the pitching staff at 9-0 and is hitting in the heart of our lineup. She is a natural leader on the field, and has really stepped up to lead our team in the right direction. Anisah has a desire to win, that really rubs off on other players and coaches, has a great attitude, and is always wanting to get better on the field. -Coach Kubo

TARAN THAMRAIT APRIL MALE ATHLETE OF THE MONTH - TARAN THAMRAIT APRIL 2015 JUNIOR 2.67 GPA SPORT: TENNIS "Making the step up to Varsity is hard, coming from JV last year. I know that from personal experience but he’s taken it by storm and come out as a strong contender for us in Singles. Tennis is 2nd nature to him." -Coach Cortina