January 2006 Recognition Ceremony
 

 

 

List Of Students That Were Honored:

Tamauri Wilson               Pre K                 Amay James Elementary

A classmate of Tamauri’s house burned down. As the class was discussing the situation, Tamauri offered to give some of her toys to her friend. Tamauri showed compassion for her classmate.

 

Hector Ramos             Kindergarten              Cornelius Elementary

Hector is an ESL student and his family speaks very little English. His class learned about community helpers. He had to use the skills he learned in school to protect his mother and little sister from an intruder in their home. He told his mother to call 911 when an intruder came into their home as he was watching television. His mother questioned what 911 was when Hector told her to call for help. The police arrived quickly and the family was safe and no items were taken from the home due to Hector’s knowledge. He was even able to describe the intruder to the police. Hector demonstrated courage and bravery protecting his family.

 

Matthew Tessener        Kindergarten          Lake Wylie Elementary

After studying fire safety in school, Matthew, his mom and step dad went out to dinner. After dinner, Matthew and Mr. Welborne noticed blue flames coming from an electrical receptacle. The problem was reported and the restaurant was evacuated.  The fire was extinguished before much damage occurred. Matthew stood outside the restaurant and recited all the fire safety rules in an effort to alert people in case the fire got out of control. Matthew showed courage and did what he could so all the people at the restaurant would be safe.

 

Asia Williams              3rd Grade                    Pineville Elementary

Asia dialed 911 from her apartment to report a situation that was going on outside that needed to be reported. Asia was very calm, thorough and helpful. The officers were able to go to the scene and make an arrest. Asia demonstrated good citizenship.

 

Treniz Cheek                  4th Grade         Thomasboro Elementary  

When Treniz learned his classmate had lost all of his clothing and belongings in a fire, he brought in bags of his own clothing, a football and other items including a Nintendo with games. Treniz made a big sacrifice for his classmate by showing compassion and concern for a friend.

 

Miranda Dickerson     4th Grade         Albemarle Road Elementary

Miranda always complies with school rules, excels academically and goes above and beyond helping her fellow peers. Without being asked, Miranda took it upon herself to donate her lunchtime daily to a group of mentally disabled students at her school. She felt it was important for the boys and girls to feel welcome and know they are an important part of the school. Miranda reads to the students and takes the time to listen to what they have to say. Miranda shows compassion for others.

 

Mary Cruz Perez             5th Grade            Rama Road Elementary

In July 2005, Mary assisted the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department with locating the parents of a 2 year old child that had wandered away from his apartment. Police had difficulty locating the parents, but with Mary’s knowledge of her neighbors in the apartment complex, police located the parents and reunited them with their toddler.

 

Angelica Pozo              5thGrade                Billingsville Elementary

Angelica is a straight A student and always shows concern for others. Recently when her mother was found unconscious, Angelica saved her life by calling 911. Angelica showed courage and caring.

 

Chris Holley               11th Grade             North Mecklenburg High

Chris was on a cruise with his parents when the trip of a lifetime turned quickly into an action to save his mother’s life. Chris was resting in the cabin while his mother was eating lunch. They were talking about the upcoming afternoon when Chris realized his mother went silent. His mother turned to him and put her hands to her throat, using the sign for can’t breathe. Chris jumped from the bed and grabbed his mother and performed the Heimlich maneuver. Chris was able to clear his mother’s airway and call for medical assistance. Chris learned the Heimlich maneuver in the Boy Scouts. Chris showed bravery and quick thinking.

 

Patrick Raburn              12th Grade                         Olympic High

Patrick demonstrated good character, initiative and responsibility at school. A group of students were gathered in the hallway, when an adult noticed torn paper on the floor. The students were asked if they would help. The group turned away and mumbled to each other. Patrick stepped in and began to help while the other students stood and watched. Patrick decided to be “un-cool” and do the right thing. Chris showed good character, responsibility and initiative.
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