1. STUDENT RECOGNITION BREAKFAST MARCH 27, 2015 SELMA HIGH SCHOOL

2. MARCH 2015 STUDENT OF THE MONTH NOMINEES ATHLETES OF THE MONTH

3. FRESHMEN NOMINEES MARCH 2015

4. LUIS ALMENDAREZ GRADE 9 3.1 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

5. HARSIMRAN BASSI GRADE 9 4.0 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

6. BRIANNA COLADO GRADE 9 4.0 GPA “Brianna is responsible, punctual, and respectful student. She actively participates in class activities and is always attentive in class.” -Mrs. Ramos, Nominating Teacher

7. ESVEIDY OCEGUERA NAVA GRADE 9 3.83 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

8. GABRIELA SANCHEZ RIOS GRADE 9 3.17 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

9. NATALYA PADILLA GRADE 9 3.5 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

10. NATALYA PADILLA GRADE 9 3.5 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

11. SOPHOMORE NOMINEES MARCH 2015

12. ASHLYN ARAKI GRADE 10 3.8 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

13. CAMILLA BARZEN GRADE 10 4.0 GPA “Camilla is the dream Physical Education student. She works hard, has a great attitude and is extremely athletic!” -Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher

14. JUAN GARCIA GRADE 10 3.95 GPA “Juan accepts every challenge and performs at a high level of quality everyday. He is a model student.” -Mr. Cox, Nominating Teacher

15. ISAAC GONZALEZ SALAS GRADE 10 4.0 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

16. RAVINDER SANDHU GRADE 10 3.83 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

17. KARAN SINGH GRADE 10 4.0 GPA “He is a great kid to have in class!” -Mr. Lane, Nominating Teacher

18. JEWLIA WINTER GRADE 10 3.83 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

19. JUNIOR NOMINEES MARCH 2015

20. ISAIAH AYARZAGOITIA GRADE 11 2.33 GPA “ Isaiah is respectful and I enjoy having him in my class.” -Mr. Lane, Nominating Teacher

21. ELISEO BRITO-NARANJO GRADE 11 2.0 GPA “ He always has a smile on his face.” -Mr. Lane, Nominating Teacher

22. LIZETTE CHAVEZ MUNOZ GRADE 11 4.0 GPA “ Lizette works hard and has a great attitude! I love having her in class.” -Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher

23. CRISTIAN HERRERA GRADE 11 3.1 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

24. MARIA JASSO GRADE 11 3.33 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

25. GURMAN MANN GRADE 11 4.33 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

26. SELENA PEREZ GRADE 11 3.6 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

27. CAMBRIA SCOTT GRADE 11 4.02 GPA “ “She is an excellent student who not only wants to do well but is genuinely interested in learning” -Mr. Johnson, Nominating Teacher

28. SENIOR NOMINEES MARCH 2015

29. YESENIA BUENROSTRO RAMIREZ GRADE 12 4.1 GPA “ Yesenia is a very diligent student. Her GPA reflects her hard work and determination to do well academically. -Mr. Montemayor, Nominating Teacher

30. JONATHAN CERVANTES GRADE 12 3.0 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

31. DELIA GUZMAN HERNANDEZ GRADE 12 3.2 GPA “ Delia works hard EVERY DAY! She has a positive attitude and always wants to get better!” -Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher

32. RAMNEET PANNU GRADE 12 4.8 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

33. RONI PEREZ GRADE 12 3.92 GPA “ “She does not make a lot of noise; she just does her work at a very high level.” -Mr. Johnson, Nominating Teacher

34. PAUL THOMAS GRADE 12 3.6 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

35. ATHLETES OF THE MONTH MARCH 2015

36. GRACIE FIGUEROA MARCH 2015 -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

37. ALLEIDA MARTINEZ MARCH 2015 -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

38. JOEY ALVAREZ MARCH 2015 -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