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Patapsco High Student Of The Week

Thursday, May 23, 2013

Patapsco High Student of the Week: Caring Mentors

A group of mentoring volunteers with the Functional Academic Learning Support program have collectively been named the school's Students of the Week.

A group of students have been recognized as Patapsco High School and Center of the Arts Students of the Week. In a slight change from the usual individual student format, nine students have been given the honor by Functional Academic Learning Support teacher Beth Gray in recognition of their selfless and generous support of some of their fellow students. Receiving the award are juniors Heather Bailowich, Megan Locklear, Brittany Gensler and Autumn Wile and seniors Corey Devor, Daisy Amey, Brian Folk, Kodie Duncan and Sam Nash. The honored students have volunteered their time with the FALS department over the past school year, according to Gray. "They have mentored FALS students and fostered positive peer relationships with them, …

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Patapsco High Student of the Week: Sydney Lawson

The senior was nominated for the honor based upon many accomplishments and volunteer efforts.

Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts senior Sydney Lawson has been named Student of the Week for the week of May. 6. Lawson was nominated for the honor by English teacher and AVID advisor Sean McComb. "Sydney is a dedicated AP Psychology student, serves as an AVID tutor, cares for an elderly family member in need and provides transportation to work for a fellow student in need," McComb said in an email to Patch. "She is an incredibly kind and giving student who is a role model for her peers." Congratulations!

Debbie Stewart

8:03 pm on Tuesday, May 7, 2013

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Friday, April 19, 2013

Patapsco High Student of the Week: Anthony Tyree

The senior was recognized for excellence in and dedication to the school's business department, among other achievements.

Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts has named Anthony Tyree its most recent Student of the Week. The senior was nominated for the honor by business teachers Lisa Norrington and Matt Lathroum, librarian Angie Tirschman and para-educator Terri Grimes for his "outstanding work ethic and active participation in the business department, according to a statement from the school. Tyree has been a "wonderful library aide as he is motivated to do the work and has the initiative to begin work on his own," according to Tirschman and Grimes. The outstanding student is a "well-mannered young man and a pleasure to work with," they said in the statement. Norrington nominated him for excellence in all his business classes, which has resulted in …

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Patapsco High Student of the Week: Danielle Goins

The sophomore was honored for her participation in school activities and her strong work ethic.

Sophomore Danielle Goins is the Student of the Week at Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts for the week ending March 22. Goins was nominated for the honor by social studies teachers Sarah McComb and Steve Dorfman and English and AVID teacher Sean McComb. The educators nominated Goins for the honor based upon her broad participation in many school activities (including volleyball, lacrosse, Great Expectations show choir, concert choir, Future Educators of America and AVID), as well as her dedicated work ethic and friendly personality. While volunteering with Goins recently to serve meals to homeless people, Sean McComb said the outstanding student treated "all the guests with a warm smile, kindness and respect." Sarah McComb …

Monday, March 18, 2013

Patapsco High Student of the Week: Issac Tutt

Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts presents its Student of the Week.

Issac Tutt has been selected Student of the Week at Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts for the week ending March 15. The senior was nominated for the honor by Engliash teacher Jillian Roberta. "He is a leader on the track team and always gives 110 percent at practice," Roberta said of the outstanding student in an email to Patch. "He has a lot of heart for the sport and keeps the morale and team atmosphere motivated and light-hearted. He cares about his teammates and always finds a way to support them. His dedication and personality make it easy and fun to coach (him). Issac is one of the few team members that qualified for the indoor state championship meet.” Congratulations!

Friday, March 8, 2013

Patapsco High Student of the Week: BJ Backmon

The Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts senior works hard to make his school a safe and welcoming environment for all, according to teacher Natalie Avallone.

Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts senior BJ Backmon is this week's Student of the Week. He was nominated for the honor by English teacher Natalie Avallone, who noted the dedicated student spent his Saturday in Annapolis meeting with the Maryland Association of Student Councils to discuss anti-bullying efforts in schools. "He is a committed member of the GSA (Gay Straight Alliance) and has worked throughout his four years at Patapsco to make this school a safe, supportive and (through his art magnet studies) artfully decorated environment for all," Avallone said in an email to Dundalk Patch. Congratulations!

Monday, March 4, 2013

Patapsco High Student of the Week: Dee Austin

The sophomore has quickly established herself as a "student standout" in the magnet school's sculpture program, according to teacher Sherri Fisher.

Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts sophomore Dee Austin was named  the school's Student of the Week for the week ending March 1. Austin was nominated for the honor by sculpture teacher Sherri Fisher, who said the talented student has quickly become a "standout student" in the magnet school's sculpture program. "Dee is a Sculpture I student in a class that has all levels, including (advanced placement) students," Fisher said in an email to Dundalk Patch. "Her observation and rendering skills are admired and applauded by her peers and she is quickly becoming a class leader. "In sculpture class she has blossomed and found her 'artistic home' and demonstrates a level of focus and commitment to (be) admired." Congratulations! Sign up …

Friday, February 22, 2013

Patapsco High Student of the Week: Cody Tarr

The Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts senior was nominated for the honor by Chinese language teacher Mara Ma.

Cody Tarr is this week's Student of the Week at Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts. The senior was nominated for the honor by Chinese language teacher Mara Ma, who called him an "excellent leader and role model for his classmates." Congratulations! Does your school have a student recognition program? Send the information to marge.neal@patch.com. Sign up for breaking news alerts and a daily email newsleter from Dundalk Patch. Follow Dundalk Patch on Facebook and Twitter.

Thursday, February 14, 2013

Patapsco High Student of the Week: Lizz Bolton

Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts senior Lizz Bolton was recognized for her positive attitude.

Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts senior Lizz Bolton is this week's Student of the Week. She was nominated for the honor by English teacher Trisha Dunn. “Lizz displays a positive attitude in all of her classes," Dunn said in an email to Dundalk Patch.  "She is one of the most encouraging students I’ve ever taught.  Additionally, she has just received her fourth collage acceptance.” Congratulations! Does your school have a student recognition program? Send the information to marge.neal@patch.com. Sign up for breaking news alerts and a daily email newsleter from Dundalk Patch. Follow Dundalk Patch on Facebook and Twitter.

Friday, February 8, 2013

Patapsco High Student of the Week: Daisy Amey

The Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts senior volunteers with special needs students.

Daisy Amey is this week's Student of the Week at Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts. The senior was nominated for the honor by social studies teacher Larry Warble, who cited her for "being an outstanding student and a wonderful person." Amey is interning at the school, where she works with students with special needs. "Daisy puts in 100 percent effort for everything she does," Warble said in an email to Patch. Congratulations! Does your school have a student recognition program? Send the information to marge.neal@patch.com. Sign up for breaking news alerts and a daily email newsleter from Dundalk Patch. Follow Dundalk Patch on Facebook and Twitter.

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