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The January Christian of the Month for Preschool is Knox Thompson. Knox is an energetic, fun, loving, smart and caring student. He always follows directions and is always looking to help his teachers and his fellow friends. He truly loves crafts and school. Knox looks forward to coming to school daily to learn and play with his friends . Knox enjoys playing in the snow during the winter and is looking forward to playing T-ball in the spring with his friends. Congratulations Knox!!!
Arthur Vermillion is Kindergarten Gold’s Christian of the Month for January! Arthur comes to school every day with a positive and laid back attitude. He is so helpful to his friends and teachers and is a great example for our class. He loves participating in all of our lessons and activities and is always willing to lend a hand to those who need it. Arthur has proven himself a trustworthy and hardworking student! He leads with kindness every day. He always knows how to make us laugh, too! Outside of school, Arthur participates in gymnastics with Tumble with Denise, has an orange belt in karate, swims with Little Blue Waves Swimmers and is now learning how to ski! Congratulations, Arthur!
Penelope Holland is Kindergarten Blue's January Christian of the Month. Penelope is a friendly and caring student. She is kind and respectful to her classmates and teachers. Penelope always uses her best manners when interacting with others. She cares about school and always makes sure that her schoolwork and homework are done correctly and neatly. Penelope is very responsible and independent. She puts forth her best effort in school every day. She is a great role-model and friend in our classroom. Outside of school Penelope also enjoys making new friends and helping others feel included. She participates in gymnastics at Tumble with Denise. She loves spending time with her family and is a great big sister. Penelope is a great help at home where she helps to tend her family's 55 chickens. Way to go, Penelope!
The Christian of the Month for First Grade Blue is Reese Jacobs! Reese is a shining example of kindness, thoughtfulness, and hard work. She is always ready to help others and brings a smile to her friends and teacher each day. Reese's dedication to her schoolwork and her positive attitude make her a joy to have in the classroom. Outside of school, Reese is also passionate about dance. She is in her 4th year of dance at Dance with Kim and is excited to be part of their competition dance team this year. We are so proud of Reese's accomplishments both in and out of the classroom. Keep shining, Reese!
Carson Breiner is Christian of the Month for First Grade Gold. Everyday Carson comes to class ready to learn. He works hard and participates. Carson is a good friend and likes to play with everyone. He is funny, caring and kind hearted. Outside of school, Carson is involved in Boy Scouts, baseball and soccer. His favorite activity is being outside. He loves to explore nature, go fishing and ride his bike. Congratulations, Carson!
The Second-Grade Gold Christian of the Month for January is Mackenzie Howay.
Mackenzie is a good student, a hard worker, and always tries her best. She shows care and concern for others. Mackenzie will help classmates whenever needed and contributes to classroom jobs. When she is not in school, she plays volleyball and swims with the Blue Waves. Mackenzie also participates in karate where she achieved a blue belt. She is involved in her community of Lake Hauto where she volunteers. Mackenzie is kind, funny, and loving. Congratulations, Mackenzie!
The Christian of the Month in Grade 2 Blue is Nora Hadesty. Nora is quick to jump in and help anyone in need. If someone needs a school supply, she happily gives them one of hers. If someone spills anything, she is one of the first ones up to help clean the spill. Nora also always has her schoolwork, and her homework completed and done well. She is an excellent student. Outside of school, Nora plays for the Tamaqua Area Youth Soccer Team. She also helps her dad coach girls' CYO basketball. She loves arts and crafts, cooking & baking. Nora likes spending time outside and spending time with her family. She is kind, compassionate, caring, helpful, and always wants to do the right thing. Nora has a brand-new role as Big Sister and is a great one. Congratulations, Nora!
The SJRS Christian of the Month in 3rd Grade Blue for the month of January is Sasha Serfass. Sasha pays close attention during lessons, asks questions, and works hard on all of her assignments. She strives to be a friend to everyone and is always willing to go out of her way to help those around her. Outside of the classroom, Sasha participates in LABC Football and Competition Cheerleading. She takes tap, ballet, and hip-hop dance classes at Dance with Kim. She is a member of the Saints Peter and Paul Parish Youth Art Club and enjoys taking baking classes at Nicki Cakes. Sasha loves to help others and use her creativity by making Valentine’s cards for the Blue Ridge Touch A Heart initiative. Thank you, Sasha, for displaying good character and serving as a role model. We are very proud of you!
The Christian of the Month for 3rd Grade Gold for the month of January is Philip Gallagher. Philip participated in Tap Instruction for five years at TNT Studio of Dance and was also a member of the Jim Thorpe Basketball Boosters team. He is currently starting on his karate journey! Philip also hosts a lemonade stand every summer, along with his sister and their friends, to benefit the Carbon County Environmental Education Center in Summit Hill. He has raised over $200 over the past three summers! Philip is a very kind, helpful, funny boy who loves to make others laugh. He is the best little brother to his sister Lilly and the best big brother to his little brother Patrick, who wants to be just like him! In the classroom, Philip is attentive, respectful, and always strives for excellence! Congratulations, Philip!
Fourth Grade's Christian of the Month for January is Bella Cruz. In school, Bella is extremely kind and helpful. She has an ever-present smile and is always willing to try new things in her learning adventures. When she isn't at school, Bella enjoys participating in summer camps and plays at the Tamaqua Community Art Center, as well as drawing, creating, and putting on puppet shows at home, starring puppets she creates! Bella is a big animal lover, always trying to make friends with every dog she comes across. In the summer, she enjoys water sports, especially swimming in the lake by her house. Congratulations, Bella! We are so proud of you!
Janna Varner is the Christian of the Month for Grade 5 Blue. At school, Janna is a hard-working and responsible student who completes her assignments neatly and thoroughly. She is polite and kind and is always willing to offer assistance to her teachers and her classmates. Janna is a member of the SJR CYO volleyball and basketball teams. Outside of school, Janna is a great helper and is very caring. She enjoys being with her cousins and with her friends. Congratulations, Jana!
Aidan Sabol is Fifth Grade Gold's Christian of the Month for January. Aidan is very patient with and kind to all of his peers. He enjoys playing basketball and baseball as a guard and third baseman. In Aidan's free time, he enjoys painting ceramics and spending time with his family and friends. Congratulations, Aidan!
Vitaliy Chepelskyy is the 6th Grade Christian of the Month. Vitaliy is a conscientious student who attained second honors for the First Trimester. He is always courteous and respectful when speaking with his fellow classmates and staff members. Vitaliy is friendly, caring, and responsible. He currently serves as the Student Council representative. Outside of school he plays midfield in soccer. Vitaliy has a black belt in karate. He performs numerous parish projects and is an altar server at St. Mary’s and Sts. Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church. He loves his family and is an awesome big brother.He loves baking, cooking, sports, and outdoor activities. Congratulations, Vitaliy!
Gianna Osenbach is 7th Grade Christian of the Month. Gianna is a conscientious student who always has her work completed neatly and in a timely manner. She readily volunteers to put work on the board and is extremely helpful in keeping our classroom clean. Gianna is an altar server at school Masses as well as at St. John XXIII Parish where she also Lectors on occasion. She runs Cross Country and plays Junior High Basketball for Marian Catholic High School. Gianna likes art, biking, boating, and swimming. She is thoughtful, caring, and considerate and always tries to put others before herself. Gianna is very helpful at home and is a good friend and caring sister to her three siblings. Congratulations, Gianna!
Carly Green, 8th Grade Christian of the Month, exhibits Christian values at school by being kind and caring to her classmates. She’s mindful of everyone’s feelings and is always respectful to others. Carly is always prepared for class and does her work in a timely manner. She participates in class and is always eager to learn. Outside of school, Carly plays soccer for Tamaqua Area Youth Soccer Association. She plays two positions, goalkeeper and midfielder. She’s also an avid swimmer for Tamaqua Blue Waves. She plays percussion in both the SJRS Blue & Gold Band and Marian Catholic High School Marching Band. Carly loves musical theatre and is currently in rehearsals for her 14th production. She is a member of Spotlight Kidz, where she has performed at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, Yankees Stadium and Citizens Bank Park. She also had the honor of performing the National Anthem at the Little League World Series last year. Congratulations, Carly!
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