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Rylee Pasinski
5th Grade - Dixon Road Elementary
Perseverance - Working hard and not giving up

Dixon Road Elementary's Rylee Pasinski exemplifies perseverance through her exceptional work ethic, determination, and positive attitude. She ranks at the top of her class while playing multiple sports, balancing rigorous academics with demanding athletic commitments.

Even when faced with challenging coursework, physical fatigue, or a busy schedule, Rylee keeps pushing forward and never takes the easy way out.

Her dedication and resilience allow her to excel both in the classroom and on the field, making her an outstanding role model who demonstrates that hard work and perseverance lead to excellence.

Rylee Pasinski


Lucas Angeletti
5th Grade - McGee’s Crossroads Elementary
Dependability - Keeping your promises

Lucas Angeletti is a wonderful example of dependability. He is a dependable student, friend, and classroom leader who consistently follows through, completes his work, and gives his best.

When Lucas notices something needs to be done, he steps in to help without being asked. Lucas demonstrates self-discipline, kindness, and responsibility in all he does.

His positive attitude and willingness to support others make our classroom a better place. We are proud to recognize Lucas for his outstanding character and the example he sets each day at McGee's Crossroads Elementary.

Lucas Angeletti


Elim Cummings
8th Grade - McGee’s Crossroads Middle
Responsibility - Being accountable for your own actions

Elim Cummings is an outstanding example of responsibility in the classroom and on the soccer field at McGee's Middle.

As the team’s goalie, he demonstrates focus, dependability, and leadership while encouraging his teammates. In the classroom, Elim works hard, completes assignments, follows expectations, and takes pride in his academic success.

He can be trusted to make responsible choices, take ownership of his actions, and follow through on commitments. Elim’s ability to balance academics and athletics while representing McGee's Crossroads Middle positively makes him a deserving recipient of this recognition.

Elim Cummings


Jaidilyan Felix
12th Grade - West Johnston High
Compassion - Treating others as you would like to be treated

Jaidilyan Felix from West Johnston High’s exemplifies compassion through her involvement in Unified Partnership. By partnering with peers with disabilities and cheering them on at Unified soccer games, she helps every student feel included, supported, and valued.

Jaidilyan's kindness and encouragement remind the Wildcats community that compassion means celebrating others’ strengths and taking action to make a difference. Her caring spirit reflects the importance of ensuring everyone feels welcomed at West Johnston High.

West Johnston High is proud to recognize Jaidilyan's outstanding example of compassion.

Jaidilyan Felix


Ava Kempf
5th Grade - West View Elementary
Self-discipline - Doing your best in all situations

Ava Kempf is an exceptional student who shines inside and outside the classroom. She is hardworking, respectful, bright, and always eager to help others.

She gives her best effort on every assignment and is an avid reader, consistently surpassing her Accelerated Reader goals. Ava's kindness extends beyond academics as she helps classmates and serves on safety patrol to keep others safe.

Ava treats peers and adults with respect and demonstrates self-discipline in all she does. She is a wonderful example of a West View Elementary Wise Owl.

Ava Kempf