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 . The students will be recognized in the monthly newsletter.
Xavier Sediva has been chosen Christian of the Month for Kindergarten Blue. Xavier is a very responsible and hard- working student. He always works to his ability, completing each activity accurately and neatly. He enjoys participating in all class activities. Xavier’s favorite subject is Math. Xavier is very kind and respectful to his teachers and classmates. At home, Xavier plays soccer for PVYSA. He loves dinosaurs and can name them all. He enjoys riding his bike and four-wheeler, being outdoors and campfires. He loves going to school and spending time with his family and friends. He is very kind and is always helping around the house. Congratulations, Xavier!
Kindergarten Golds Christian of the month is Lana Fenkner. Lana is a very kind, conscientious, and helpful student. She is also very good at paying attention to details. She enjoys coloring and playing with her sister. She also loves being a teacher like her teacher, and she teaches her dog and stuffed animals.
David Smith, Grade 1, has earned the Christian of the Month Award. David gets along well with his classmates. David is a very hard worker. He is always ready to lend a helping hand. Outside of school, David participates in Cub Scouts. David enjoys spending time with the elderly at his Great-grandmother’s building.
Blaise Kopp is the Christian of the Month for 1st Grade Gold for December 2020. Blaise loves school, especially his teacher and his friends. When not in school, Blaise loves being outside, camping, drawing, reading and building things. He enjoys caring for his two cats and one dog. Blaise loves teaching his little brother new things. Blaise attends St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Beaver Meadows.
The 2nd grade Christian of the month for December is Rebecca Wippel. Rebecca is a conscientious student and enthusiastic learner. She is a very hard worker and always does her very best. Rebecca is kind and respectful to her classmates and teacher. Outside of school, Rebecca plays soccer for Tamaqua and is a member of Tamaqua Blue Waves swim team. She loves swimming and can’t wait to be back in the pool. She is also a member of St. Joseph of the Panther Valley and is excited to make her first communion this year. Rebecca is very kind hearted and always eager to learn. She loves to read, draw, write stories, dance to all kinds of music, and play with her dog Kona.
The Christian of the Month for October for third grade is Luke Walser. Luke is a virtual student this year through SJRS, and he is doing an excellent job! His work is exemplary, he is always positive and respectful on Zoom meetings, and he is very responsible and polite in his communications. Luke enjoys golf, art, camping, and reading. He also loves building Legos in his spare time. Luke is an amazing big brother to Liam and Jacob. Luke is kind, caring and optimistic. Congratulations Luke and we miss you in class!
Fourth Grade's Christian of the Month for December is Ella Bones. Ella is an eager learner, and loves being in the classroom, with Science and Math being her favorite subjects. Outside school, Ella has a passion for dance and is currently participating in her fifth year on the Impact Dance Team at "Dance with Kim School of Performing Arts." She loves all forms of dance, but truly enjoys tap as her favorite. She is showcasing her first tap solo this year! Ella also enjoys attending volleyball clinics and has attended AVC Volleyball Clinic in the past. At home, Ella loves cooking and baking and is always creating a new treat for the family to try. She makes the best homemade fondant and rises to the challenge of trying out a new recipe! If Ella is not cooking and baking, she is crafting and loves to draw, paint, and create. Ella has the kindest and most caring spirit and truly enjoys spending time with her friends. She is the best and most loving sister to her little sister Adalyn. Congratulations, Ella! We are so proud of you.
Kasey Evert is December’s Christian of the month for fifth grade. Kasey is a hard worker and always willing to help when needed. She is always dependable and a student others can look up to. Kasey has played soccer for the past two years with the Tamaqua Youth Soccer Association and is learning to play piano. Kasey belongs to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and serves as an acolyte. In her spare time she enjoys reading, camping, swimming and taking care of her pets. Kasey also loves spending time with her family. Congratulations Kasey!
Emily Upanavage has been chosen as the Christian of the Month for Sixth Grade. Emily enjoys the creative process and is often fascinated by nature. She loves capturing the beautiful and fun things around her. She displays her artwork, crafts, short stories, and photographs throughout her home. She has donated artwork for local fundraising events. Emily is kind, quiet, respectful, and ambitious. She demonstrates a very strong work ethic. She is quick to lend a helping hand. She earned Distinguished Honors in the First Trimester. Emily plays softball for both West Penn Township and the Pocono Predators travel team. She worked very hard to average over 2 strikeouts per inning and was thrilled to hit a grand slam in her final tournament of the season.She looks forward to, once again, being able to serve Mass at St. John XXIII Parish. Congratulations, Emily!
Brieanna Hernandez is the 7 th Grade Christian of the Month. Brieanna is a very quiet girl who shows concern for her classmates and teacher. She is always willing to offer a helping hand, and, even when not asked, she volunteers her services. As a student, Brieanna’s work is always completed on time and done neatly. She asks questions when she is unsure of herself. Outside of school, Brieanna enjoys fishing, swimming and having fun with her family. Congratulations, Brieanna!
Caitlyn Kovatch has been selected as the 8th grade Christian of the Month. Caitlyn's happy personality shines through in her interactions with others. A conscientious hard-working student, Caitlyn always puts forth her best effort in her studies. In school, she serves as a mission representative. Outside of school Caitlyn is a member of Tumble with Denise in Lehighton. She has been a member of this organization for about ten years. She enjoys spending time with her dogs, Winne and Willow. Caitlyn plans on attending Marian Catholic High School. Congratulations, Caitlyn!
