March 2006 Recognition Ceremony
 

 

 

List Of Students That Were Honored:

Glenn Luther          Kindergarten              Reedy Creek Elementary

Glenn was shopping with his mother and two younger sisters when his mother became ill. Glenn became aware and assisted her to their car. Glenn, with his mother’s assistance, contacted his father who was in Nashville on business. Glenn kept his sisters calm while waiting for the ambulance to arrive. Glenn talked to the 911 dispatcher giving a description of their car and was able to turn on the cars emergency flashers, allowing the ambulance to locate the car. Glenn showed courage and invaluable maturity in an emergency situation.

 

Karmika Jackson            4th Grade                 Pineville Elementary

Karmika helps a special needs child on and off the school bus everyday. She also takes him to class and interacts with him on a personal level. She also befriended a classmate who has vision problems, helping her to class and finding her class materials. Karmika is the first to volunteer to help her teacher and other students, always without being asked. She shows character by caring and giving to others.

 

David Belfield              5th Grade          Mallard Creek Elementary

David is a helper to an autistic student at his school. David shows him how to do things and what to say, helping his friend to blossom and grow in daily activities. David is also an amazing honor roll student and president of his school government. David continues to show leadership skills and is a true inspiration to others at his school.

 

Michael Martin             5th Grade                    Selwyn Elementary

Michael suffers from autism and has had difficulties in the past fitting into a classroom. Michael and his teacher are working on goals and a progress chart for Michael to meet on an everyday basis in order for him to attend a regular class fulltime. Many children with disabilities find it easier to succumb to their handicap and let someone else worry about their future. Michael exemplifies dedication, determination and does not give up.

 

Maggie Stevens           5th Grade          Beverly Woods Elementary

Maggie learned Basic First Aid training through her school's Red Cross Chapter. This training allowed Maggie to help her mother when she was choking and unable to breathe. She performed the Heimlich maneuver and saved her mother’s life.

 

Adalis Wall                  5th Grade               Devonshire Elementary

Adalis has shown through her actions that she is developing strong moral convictions in the same manner as Rosa Park and Dr. Martin Luther King. She is not afraid to stand up for what she feels is right. She demonstrated this when she witnessed someone stealing. She wrote, when asked about her thoughts; “We should not steal because you will think that you will get away with it. You will not stop stealing. No one will believe you and nobody will be your friend. You should not lie because lying will get you nowhere. You should not lie or steal. If I see someone doing wrong, I will tell. Some of my friends will not tell, but I will because it is not right.”

 

Simon Trustram- Eve          7th Grade              Davidson IB Middle

Simon showed great honesty and integrity when he turned in a wallet he found. The wallet contained over $300.00. Simon exhibited outstanding character by immediately reporting the lost wallet. He knew it was the right thing to do.

 

Angel Acevedo                        9thGrade                   Olympic High

Angel found a knife at his school. He quickly reported the weapon to his teacher. Angel knew the seriousness of the weapon on school grounds and understood the importance of the situation. Angel demonstrated character and courage in what could have been a dangerous situation.

 

John Roger Smith           9th Grade          North Mecklenburg High

While participating in an Air Force JROTC community service project at the North Carolina Renaissance Festival, John found $3,000.00 in a paper bag. John knew the importance of returning the money to the rightful owner. John demonstrated citizenship and honesty in a very tempting situation.

 

Jarrell Sumter             12th Grade           Harding University High

Jarrell is an outstanding citizen and leader; he has a positive attitude that influences others. Jarrell witnessed another student become aggressive and threatening toward his teacher. After security removed the unruly student, Jarrell was the first to offer assistance and comfort to his teacher and classmates. Jarrell showed compassion and strength of character.
 
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