At Primavera, we have some of the best, most talented, hard-working students there are! That’s why we’ve decided to shine the light on a few of our amazing students. Each month, our teachers nominate a student they feel has gone above and beyond, and we get the opportunity to get to know them and shine the light on them a bit in this blog! Check out their stories below:
The Student of the Month Committee Proudly Presents February Student of the Month Recipients
High School Student of the Month: Katie Bowen
Katie, an 11th grade student, was nominated for Student of the Month by Bethany Weddle. “ I’ve worked with Katie for several years now. Katie is a remarkably kind and resilient young woman. Katie has worked very hard to maintain a high level of academic performance. Though shy at times, she is one of the most kind and encouraging students I work with. She is always willing to share and encourage others during small group sessions and never leaves without saying thank you and I hope you have a good day. This young woman is an overcomer and a wonderful example to peers of resilience. Katie would love to work as a psychologist or counselor who works with youth.”
Let’s get to know Katie!
Question: Why did you choose Primavera?
I chose Primavera because it gives me a flexible schedule and allows me to change things up if a health issue of mine doesn’t play nice. I also like it because there are less distractions and kind staff who are willing to help me.
Question: What would you like your classmates to know about you?
I love to dance every day and practice K-Pop choreography. I love spending time with my friends and family, going to the movies, swimming, writing stories, and gaming. I am Type 1 diabetic and have had my share of challenges but I do my best to see the positives and can’t wait to see my friends at T1D camp in the summer.
Question: What makes you a successful student?
I use calendars and apps to help me keep on track and I work hard and strive to get the highest grade I can.
Question: What advice would you give other students to be successful?
Definitely make plans to keep organized and check things off as you do them because it gives a sense of achievement that you can be proud of. Also, ask teachers for help if you need it. They are supportive and want you to be successful.
Question: What do you want your teachers to know?
I want my teachers to know that I am really grateful for all the help and support on my journey through high school. It means a lot to me. Thank you.
High School Student of the Month: Xavier Kane
Xavier, a 9th grade student, was nominated for Student of the Month by David Barr. “Xavier found an important typographical error in a workbook and sent me a very user-friendly image (with annotations) to direct my attention to the challenge. His approach toward me regarding this challenge was very professional, and he also expressed a desire to keep other students from experiencing the confusion he did before he knew there was an error. So that was considerate! Xavier consistently provides meaningful, accurate responses on his discussion boards.”
Let’s get to know Xavier!
Question: Why did you choose Primavera?
An online school was the most convenient option for me after being homeschooled my whole life.
Question: What would you like your classmates to know about you?
I’m big into everything music, music theory, playing music, listening to music, when I play a game I’m paying attention to the music as much as the game. Music makes my world go ‘round.
Question: What makes you a successful student?
I use all the provided resources given to me for the highest grades, and I keep a consistent schedule that makes everything simpler.
Question: What advice would you give other students to be successful?
Retakes. Use your retakes. Use all of your infinite retakes on your workbooks till you get a get a high grade, use all your checkpoint retakes for the highest grade. If you do all that you can easily pass even if you get lower grades on things with only 1 attempt.
Question: What do you want your teachers to know?
Thank you for all your work and support, you are not just working a job but are helping people succeed in life.
Middle School Student of the Month: Anna Cummings
Anna, an 8th grade student, was nominated for Student of the Month by Mary Ann Easterwood. “Anna is a very likeable young woman who has a pleasant personality. She is always willing to help others, and is very respectful to her peers and teachers. She is able to communicate well and advocates for herself. She works hard and takes pride in her school work, and attends the Photo live sessions every week.”
Let’s get to know Anna!
Question: Why did you choose Primavera?
My family chose Primavera to provide a safe and flexible school option that would work for both of the students in our family.
Question: What would you like your classmates to know about you?
I am an open-hearted, accepting person, and that got me far. I’m never afraid to ask for help or hold conversations with people, which is a good skill to learn to get you far in life.
Question: What makes you a successful student?
The people who help me make me who I am. I have so many supportive people who I love to talk to, and they helped me through a lot of stuff in my life. Not just school. And I know making friends online is incredibly hard, but doing so seriously lightened the load for me. (Shout-out to my classmate Caiya, who is an amazing person and a perfect friend. Thank you for keeping me sane in my Author’s Block moments, supplying me with the perfect amount of hilarious memes to get me through the day, and relating to me when no one else did. I hope we never fall out of touch. Thank you for tolerating my dumb jokes and frantic rambling, and being the best therapist ever when you didn’t have to. Love ya, CJ!!!)
Question: What advice would you give other students to be successful?
I know from experience that it’s tedious and hard to stay focused, but if you make sure you don’t procrastinate, it’s so much easier for you in the future!
Question: What do you want your teachers to know?
You guys are my rock. Thank you for everything that you do for us as students, putting up with our endless streams of questions that I’m sure you’ve answered a million times, and being patient with us through every class and semester. You deserve more appreciation! And it’s coming! My appreciation is coming for you! You can’t escape, it will find you! You can run, but you can’t hide!
Middle School Student of the Month: Adrian Walters
Adrian, a 6th grade student, was nominated for Student of the Month by Jordanne Bader. “Adrian is everything a Primavera Student should be. He works hard everyday, he is organized and stays on pace. Every interaction I have had with Adrian has been pleasant. He is well mannered and always respectful. I am so proud to have Adrian as my student.”
Let’s get to know Adrian!
Question: Why did you choose Primavera?
We chose Primavera due to school issues and transportation we couldn’t get him to his school. It was a rough transition but after a couple weeks and sad days due to missing his friends he was able to turn it around and make a positive out of a negative situation.
Question: What would you like your classmates to know about you?
I would like them know that I try my best to be really nice, I play XBOX and Im always trying my best to be the best at any game I play. I love animals and help my Mommy take care of the goats and other animals on the farm.
Question: What makes you a successful student?
Whenever I need help I always ask my parents for help or teachers when available. It never hurts to ask for help when you really need it.
Question: What advice would you give other students to be successful?
If you need help waking up, set an alarm near your bed to make sure that you get up for school. If you need help with your homework ask your parents for help if that’s not an option you can always check the module for assistance and have it open on a separate tab and use that as a reference to help complete your assignment.
Question: What do you want your teachers to know?
I think all of my teachers are doing a great job. That they always help me when I need help and they always try their best to respond as quickly as they can. I just want them to know that they are really appreciated and all the hard work they do to help me/us grow and learn.
Elementary School Student of the Month: Parker Simmons-Davis
Parker, a 4th grade student, was nominated for Student of the Month by Lilette Smithreaves. “Parker is a phenomenal young person; she is outgoing, sincere, kind, helpful, responsible, and she’s always excited to learn something new! She is a great example of growth mindset for her peers. We are all grateful to have her in our class each day.”
Let’s get to know Parker!
Question: Why did you choose Primavera?
Started due to the pandemic, stayed for the consistent positive teaching environment.
Question: What would you like your classmates to know about you?
I am a global learner. I love being able to use what I learn class when I travel with my family. All my subjects have come in handy.
Question: What makes you a successful student?
I love the routine of learning, I considerate it my job for now, be on time, listen well and do the work.
Question: What advice would you give other students to be successful?
Trust yourself and ask for help when needed.
Question: What do you want your teachers to know?
Thank you for being you and allowing me to be me.
Elementary School Student of the Month: Zane Rainwater
Zane, a 3rd grade student, was nominated for Student of the Month by Claire Musslin. “I am nominating Zane for student of the month because of his hard work and dedication to school. He submits well thought out responses in his courses and follows the 3rd grade agenda consistently. Zane does not always join synchronous sessions but when he does, he participates in a kind and respectful way. He deserves this award because of his positive attitude and stellar performance. Keep up the great work, Zane!”
Let’s get to know Zane!
Question: Why did you choose Primavera?
Liked the way the Courses are set up.
Question: What would you like your classmates to know about you?
I like Pokémon and Minecraft.
Question: What makes you a successful student?
Getting my work done and paying attention.
Question: What advice would you give other students to be successful?
Try your best.
Question: What do you want your teachers to know?
I love playing learning games.
Elementary Student of the Month: Jazlynn Adame
Jazlynn, a 1st grade student, was nominated for Student of the Month by the Student of the Month Committee. “Jazlynn has shown that she is committed to her academics since kindergarten and has earned her place on the honor roll. For all the hardwork and dedication she has shown, the Student of the Month Committee is proud to name Jazlynn Adame as Student of the Month.”
Let’s get to know Jazlynn!
Question: Why did you choose Primavera?
I chose Primavera because I can learn at my own pace.
Question: What would you like your classmates to know about you?
My name is Jazlynn, but everybody calls me Jazzy. I am six years old. My birthday is in June. I love to dance. I also like to color and spend time with my family. I like to play soccer with my cousins.
Question: What makes you a successful student?
What makes me a successful student is that I don’t give up. I always try my hardest.
Question: What advice would you give other students to be successful?
You should never give up and always do your homework.
Question: What do you want your teachers to know?
I want my teacher, Ms. Hudson to know that I love her and she is very nice and I love going to class.
Once again, congratulations to all of our Student of the Month recipients. We are proud of you for all you have accomplished!
