Christian of the Month
The Christian of the Month Award recognizes students who display good character on a consistent basis and serve as student role models throughout the month. Students are nominated by their teachers based on the six pillars of character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. Students chosen to receive this award will be acknowledged for their accomplishment in the monthly newsletter. Students will receive a dress down pass, Christian of the Month Certificate, Applebee's certificate and
a Turkey Hill Slushy Certificate
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he students will be recognized at the first Mass of each month.
Aidan Sabol
has been chosen Christian of the Month for Kindergarten Blue. Aidan is respectful to all his teachers and the other children in the class. He is kind and generous and enjoys being in school with his friends. Aidan is always willing to help and follows classroom rules. At home, Aidan participates in baseball and soccer. He enjoys playing with his cars and trucks and going outside to play. Aidan loves his family, especially his sister, Kennedy. He loves telling jokes, singing and dancing. Congratulations, Aidan!
Brayden Slane
is Kindergarten Gold’s Christian of the Month. Brayden is a helpful student to both his classmates and his teacher. Brayden is also very bright. He is always one step ahead. At home, Brayden likes to play T-Ball (Rotary). He also likes to help his dad at the Tuscarora Fire Company. Brayden attends Sunday School at St. John the XXIII, and he loves to play with his baby sister. He also loves to play outside, ride his scooter, and learn new songs.
Brianna Heater
, Grade 1, has earned the Christian of the Month Award. Brianna is a very hard worker in school. She always does her best. Brianna is kind and respectful towards all her classmates and teachers. Brianna participates in Tamaqua Area Youth Soccer. She studies gymnastics at Tumble with Denise. Brianna enjoys swimming, drawing, Anthracite Volleyball, and playing outside. Brianna likes playing with her puppy, Roscoe. Brianna is caring, hard working, and kindhearted. She is a great big sister to her brother, Bryden. Great job Brianna!
Annabelle Sobolewski
has been chosen as Christian of the Month for First Grade Gold. She is very kind to all of her classmates and respectful to her teachers. When at home she loves to spend time with her family playing games. Her favorite things to do are play soccer and go fishing at her grandparents’ house. Annabelle has three cats who she likes to play with; Momo, Pancake, and Tabbers.
Addison Engleman
is the Christian of the Month for Second Grade. Addison is a conscientious student. She is respectful, a hard worker and a good listener. She is always ready to participate and completes her class assignments in a neat and timely manner. Addison is a Brownie. She earned the First Aid Badge and recently placed third place in the scouts Pinewood Derby. Addison joined the Girl Scouts in November, 2019. She is also a member of the CYO Cross Country Team. Addison takes dance lessons at Artists In Motion , Schuylkill Haven. Addison is kind and caring. She loves school and always strives to do her best. She enjoys art, reading, playing board games, and spending time with her family and friends. She is always up for an adventure and trying new things.
3-Blue's Christian of the Month for February is
Kylie Kisenwether
. Kylie takes great joy in swimming and is a member of the Tamaqua Blue Waves for four years now, where her favorite stroke is the backstroke. She is also a member of St. Joseph’s Parish Kids Choir for the past 3 years. Kylie is a wonderful sister to her big sister Kaitlyn, and also loves time with her friends. In the warm weather, Kylie’s favorite thing to do is spend time at the beach. In school, Kylie is a very hard-working, motivated student who excels at her work. She is always kind, respectful, helpful, and her smile lights up the room. Congratulations Kylie!
Third Grade Gold's Christian of the Month for February is
Viktoriya Chepelska
. Viktoriya is a kind-hearted, optimistic girl. She is always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. At school, Viktoriya is a responsible student, going above and beyond in her schoolwork. She takes her time and makes sure that her answers always make sense. She has a talent for writing that shows in her, always enjoyable to read, compositions. She also loves art and drawing, using most of her free school time to sketch and color. Outside of school, Viktoriya participates in soccer and the outreach projects at Saint John's Byzantine Catholic Church in Lansford. She also attends Eastern Christian Formation classes at her parish. Viktoriya is a light to anyone who has the pleasure to know her. We are very proud of you. Keep up the great work!
The Christian of the Month in 4th grade for the month of February is
Viancca Donadi
. Viancca studies hard and always tries her best in school. She is respectful to the adults and students she interacts with at school. She will always lend a helping hand to both classmates and teacher. Viancca is kind and considerate to everyone. When Viancca is not in school, she plays softball and is a member of Tracey’s Academy of Dance, Galaxy. She also has been playing the piano for a year and loves horseback riding. Viancca enjoys watching hockey. Her favorite team is the Philadelphia Flyers. She rides horses at Frosty Oak Stables. Her favorite horse is named CJ.
DeLana Ankiewicz
is Fifth Grade's Christian of the Month for February. DeLana is a very kind and caring classmate. She always encourages others in activities. She is a part of the Tamaqua Blue Waves Swim Team, CYO Volleyball and Anthracite Volleyball League. DeLana has also been playing piano for four years. She is always eager to try new activities. Congratulations, DeLana!
The Sixth Grade Christian of the Month is
Kaitlyn Kisenwether
. Kaitlyn is an honor roll student who is always helpful, kind, and generous. She is a natural leader and can be depended upon to assist classmates, the faculty, and especially her little sister! Kaitlyn participates in numerous after school activities. She is a three year member of the Tamaqua Blue Waves. She plays volleyball with AVC and participated in CYO Volleyball this year. Kaitlyn has been playing the piano for four years and played the organ at Christmas Eve Mass this past year. She is a member of the kids choir at St. Joseph of the Panther Valley. Congratulations, Kaitlyn!
Carley Hasara
is the 7th Grade Christian of the Month. As a student, Carley puts forth her best effort at all times. Her work is always done neatly and in a timely fashion. Without being asked, Carley takes care of many things in the classroom. She always puts forth that extra effort. Outside of school, Carley is a member of Lady Red Basketball where she plays the positions of point guard and shooting guard. Congratulations, Carley!
Rianna Mohammed
has been chosen as the Eighth Grade Christian of the Month. It is a pleasure to have Rianna in Grade 8 as she is very positive and extra helpful in the classroom. Rianna is also a very conscientious and responsible student. Her favorite subjects are Math and Religion. She has played CYO volleyball and CYO basketball for the past 2 years. Rianna belongs to St. Peter the Fisherman Church where she has served as an altar server for the past 4 years. Her community service includes helping at her church's food pantry and decorating the church at Christmas and Easter. In her free time Rianna enjoys playing basketball, reading, and visiting her mom at preschool. Her favorite place is the Kalahari Water Park in Mt. Pocono. Rianna is interested in attending CCTI in Jim Thorpe to study cosmetology and interior design. Congratulations, Rianna!
