Randolph County School System STAR3 Winners for December, 2014 Archdale Elementary School - Bryan Raynor, Jr. - 5th Grade Bryan is the son of Bryan Raynor and the grandson of Trish and David King. Bryan has been part of the Archdale family since he was in kindergarten. He is a very conscientious student and has always been very involved in school. Bryan currently serves on Safety Patrol and has been a member the Student Council since he was in 4th grade. This year he was elected Student Council President. Through his work with Student Council, Bryan is able to use his kind heart and outgoing personality to help students in our school and people in our community. Most recently Bryan, along with many other members of the AES Student Council, hosted Operation Christmas Star, in which they helped raise over 1500 nonperishable food items for Community Outreach of Archdale/Trinity, our local food pantry. Bryan is an ambassador of good cheer wherever he goes and we are proud for him to receive this honor. Archdale Elementary is happy to recognize Bryan Raynor, Jr. as our STAR3 Student for December. Archdale-Trinity Middle School - Zoe Kanupp - 8th Grade Zoe is the daughter of Tonya Kanupp. Zoe is going through many personal issues and transitions this year. Despite her obstacles, she has not allowed this to negatively affect her academics and focus on school. She is regularly on time for school and classes. She strives to complete her assignments in a timely manner. Even when she knows she will be absent, she actively seeks out her teachers for work before leaving and has it completed upon returning to school. She is always willing to help her peers and teachers alike and is a role model for good character for everyone. We are very proud of Zoe's accomplishments and are excited to recognize her as our STAR3 student for December. Braxton Craven Middle School - Daniel Gomez - 6th Grade Daniel is the son of Feliciano Gomez and Ariana Escalante-Gomez. Braxton Craven is proud to have Daniel on the Pirate team. He moved to Randolph County over the summer and has had a wonderful transition to Braxton Craven. Since the first day of school, Daniel has impressed the teachers and staff with his work ethic, respect for peers and staff, and his consistent use of manners. He is always prepared and eager to learn. Daniel loves to play soccer, attend church, and help his younger brothers. He also loves to eat his grandmother's cooking, and wants to teach his teachers how to cook homemade tortillas. We are very blessed to have Daniel at Braxton Craven and congratulate him on being selected our STAR3 student for December. Hopewell Elementary School - Brianna Robinson - 5th Grade Brianna, the daughter of Melanie Robinson, is in Mrs. Burgess' class at Hopewell Elementary. Brianna is truly a delight to be around. She always has a sweet smile and shows kindness to those around her at all times. Brianna has faced and overcome some big challenges this school year. She lives with a seizure disorder that frequently interrupts her academic life. Through it all, Brianna perseveres and keeps her same bright, sunny attitude. If she gets discouraged, she certainly doesn't show it in the classroom! Brianna is a terrific all-around student and Hopewell is very pleased to recognize her as our STAR3 student for December. John Lawrence Elementary School - Kyrsten McCall - 5th Grade Kyrsten McCall is the daughter of Jason and Michelle McCall. She has two sisters, Logan and Madison. Kyrsten is a very responsible student and is always willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done. She is honest and trustworthy. She tends to be motivated intrinsically. This strength drives her to succeed. While wearing a sweet smile, Kyrsten loves to make others happy. Compassion fuels her very tender heart. This compassion is reflected in her care for the concerns of both her peers and siblings. At home, Kyrsten helps her younger sibling, Madison, with work. She also enjoys helping her mom cook spaghetti by breaking up the noodles, and meatloaf by mixing up the ingredients by hand. Kyrsten loves animals. She once saved a stray kitten that was stuck in a tree. Kyrsten has the potential to positively affect our world and we are very glad to be a part of her world here at John Lawrence Elementary School! We congratulate Kyrsten on being selected our STAR3 student for December. New Market Elementary School - Randy Crayton - 1st Grade Randy Scott Crayton is the son of Constance Burcham. Randy’s family suffered a loss last year; however, his tenacity to overcome and his diligence to succeed have been observed not only in his school work, but in his personal life as well. Randy is considerate, respectful, and thoughtful. He is cooperative and consistently displays good citizenship. He is soft-spoken and never says a harsh word to anyone. Needless to say, he has lots of friends! He has a contagious smile and a kindness that melts your heart. He always puts forth his best effort in everything he does and takes pride in his school work. He has worked hard to be proficient in all areas, with math being his strongest subject. Randy exhibits all the characteristics to be successful as a student and in life! Congratulations to Randy Crayton, New Market’s STAR3 student for December. Randolph Early College High School - Ashelynne Bracken - 12th Grade Ashelynne Bracken is daughter of Robert Dwiggins and Angela Bracken from Trinity. Ashelynne is a conscientious student whose hard work has been rewarded by inductions into Phi Theta Kappa and the National Society of High School Scholars. Last year, she served as a Junior Marshal, often taking the initiative to complete tasks without being asked. Like many 12th grade students, Ashelynne is patiently waiting for that big letter in the mailbox: an acceptance letter from her top choice university, where she plans to study nursing. Teachers have described her as a pleasant, respectful, and diligent young woman with a bright future. Ashelynne has been a wonderful asset to Randolph Early College High School and we are proud to recognize her as our STAR3 student for December! Trindale Elementary School - Madison Benge - 4th Grade Madison is the daughter of Tabitha Collins. She has faced many obstacles in the last few years, including a dog attack that required numerous stitches, as well as the tragic loss of her father. Nevertheless, she always has a positive spirit. She attends school regularly and was on the A honor roll for the first grading period. She can always be counted on to do the right thing, be it listening in class or helping others. We are proud to have Madison Benge represent Trindale Elementary as our STAR3 student for December. Trinity Elementary School – Lexus Byers – 2nd Grade Lexus is the daughter of Brad and Cherri Byers. Lexus is well mannered, respectful and one of the most kindhearted students in her class. She is dependable and strives for excellence in every task she takes on. Her positive demeanor and respectful attitude make her a positive role model for the students in her class. For all of these reasons, and many more, we are happy to celebrate Lexus Byers. Trinity Elementary School is proud to select Lexus as our STAR3 student for December. Trinity High School - Selenna Nie - 11th Grade Selenna, the daughter of Suong Tran, is enthusiastic, respectful, conscientious, and mature. She displays these attributes naturally. Respected among teachers and peers alike, her presence evokes determination and leadership. Colonel Humphrey states in his nomination, “Miss Nie is a leader in Air Force Junior ROTC. She is an active participant in our color guard and drill team and performs at such a high standard of excellence that she was selected one of only two Trinity cadets to participate on a joint color guard assignment. She trains other cadets on the proper use and execution of the various computer-based systems the Air Force uses to manage Cadets.” Selenna continuously displays quality characteristics which are credit upon herself and her family and are in keeping with the highest traditions of Trinity High and the Randolph County School System. Congratulations, Selenna Nie, Trinty High’s STAR3 Student for December. Wheatmore High School - Oralia Reyes - 12th Grade Oralia is the daughter of Miguel Reyes and Emma Hernandez. Oralia is a prime candidate for this month’s STAR3 Student. She has faced many academic and social challenges in school. From her freshman year until now we have seen a significant improvement in her academics and attendance. Oralia's attitude has changed and she has set goals and aspirations for her future. She understands the importance of a high school diploma and is currently an honor roll student as a senior! She has even signed up for the College and Career Classes next semester at Randolph Community College. Her goal is to work in translation in the medical field. She has matured into a beautiful young lady and has a desire to become a better person each day for herself, as well as for her 21-month-old daughter, Layla. We are looking forward to handing her a diploma on June 9, and can't wait to see what the future has in store for her! She is going to do great things! Congratulations to Oralia Reyes, Wheatmore’s STAR3student for December.
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