Student of the Month

April - James Wahl

Our recommendation for April’s Lamp of Learning is 6th graders James Wahl. James contacted Ms. Tibodeau and Mrs. Johnson with the desire to raise funds for the water crisis in Cape Town, South Africa. After watching his social studies homework, CNN 10, and reading about leadership in his ELA classes, James took the initiative and decided to be the change. He wrote a letter to Mr. Boehm and Mr. Brown to begin the process of fundraising. In collaboration with Tibodeau and Johnson, James created and helped organize the Tech 4 Water Fundraiser at MMS. This fundraiser allowed students who donated $1 to use their personal technology during lunch and recess the week before spring break. He interviewed with the Monroe Times to spread the word about this fundraiser with the community. And also create posters to advertise this fundraiser in the middle school. Jame’s desire to help citizens of Cape Town raised $1,126.50 over the course of one week. This is just what James accomplished outside of the classroom so far this year. However, James is a responsible and collaborative student in the classroom as well. He not only does what is expected of himself but he challenges himself to do more. He shares his opinions with the class, participates with his partners, and communicates with teachers about absences, homework, etc. These are examples of mutual respect and personal responsibility which we strive for at Monroe Middle School.

--Claire Tibodeau

March - Lydia Butler

Lydia is an outstanding student in class.  One of her greatest strengths is her ability to work with and learn from others.  She is a natural group leader, and puts forth great effort to collaborate with her peers in class.  On multiple occasions, I have witnessed her assisting those around her in understanding material, getting caught up after missing days, and helping them feel welcome in class.  She has great curiosity and participation in class, and works diligently to understand material. Not only does she demonstrate great leadership and academic excellence in the class, but is an outstanding person.  In the halls and at lunch shows her kind, compassionate personality and acceptance of those around her. She defines every quality of mutual respect and personal responsibility at MMS. All of this goes without prompting or recognition.

--Meaghan McGuire

February - Alex Sutter

This is the 5th play and musical that I have worked with Alex on. He is a consumate profressional that always sees the big picture and can help accomplish multiple tech issues during rehearsals and performances. He will think of solutions outside of school and even email me ideas during the summer. Alex, will come 2 hours before the rest of students on performance nights and stay after long rehearsal nights to help paint and put together sets. Alex sets up the reception area for the show, brings flowers for the table and even dresses up the rehearsal rooms for performance days. This year Alex has proved himself so resourceful that he is in the booth during the performances to run the sound effects and music. He also will run and take care of tech issues that pop up during shows. His immense willingness to go above and beyond to help make a show better and run smoother is very inspiring and appreciated. He’s also become a good friend along with the way and made more friends each school year. Alex has also inspired me to form an AV club for the middle school to help facilitate and foster interest in the inner workings of the Middle School auditorium.

--Lance Smith

January - Lilian Saunders

Lillian is a model student. Every day, Lillian exhibits MMS qualities of respect and responsibility. She is a student that is always willing to step out of the box, and go the extra mile. I have seen her on countless occasions assisting those around her. This may be by helping her table mates get caught up after an absence, being friendly to anyone sitting near her at lunch, or helping explain a concept to a fellow student. She has impeccable manners in every and all situations. She has a strong, positive and hardworking attitude towards everything she does. She succeeds in her course work, and continues to overachieve to better herself every day. She is a leader and is a reliable participant in class.  Her actions exhibit the best of academic excellence, creativity, leadership and citizenship. She exemplifies the positive qualities in all of those that meet her. I look forward to having her in class and seeing her in the hallways each day.

--Meaghan McGuire

December - Anna Garry

Anna Garry is an extraordinary young lady. I have had the pleasure of teaching Anna for the past two years. It was apparent from the first day in my classroom that she is a special individual who strives for excellence in all areas of her life.

Academically, Anna set high goals for herself and continues to produce work at her highest ability. She is humble, focused, a gentle leader among her peers, and responsible. Her work ethic and academic focus continue to impress her teachers.

Even more important than her academic abilities, Anna is kind person person both in and out of the classroom. Anna is a bubbly, positive influence to her peers and is genuine; it is easy to observe Anna in any setting and see that she carries her solid character wherever she goes. I am excited to see all the great achievements that she will surely accomplish in her future!

        -- Ashley Thompson

November - Amelia Suthers

Amelia has shown incredible growth and determination in the short time that I have had the pleasure of working with her. She approaches each task laid before her very seriously and produces quality work on a consistent basis. It is clear to me that she loves learning and that she wants to be an asset to our Monroe Middle School community. In my classroom specifically, her personal responsibility toward each activity and mutual respect toward all members of the class elevate our learning environment. I am very proud of Amelia and would love to see her recognized for all of the reasons above.

--Mike Flanagan