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“King Awards” Presented to Outstanding Students

Theresa Dardanell

Respect, kindness, integrity, and community leadership are some of the characteristics of the students honored during the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King,
Jr. celebration on January 11, 2018, at Gov. Thomas Johnson High School in Frederick. One student from each of the Frederick County Public Schools was
chosen for this award. To earn the award, the student must have demonstrated positive leadership qualities characteristic of Dr. King, and exhibited the
Character Counts! “Pillars” of responsibility, caring, fairness, trustworthiness, citizenship, and respect. The quotes below are from the nominations submitted
by the staff at each of the schools in the Catoctin feeder area.

Reghan Lee — Thurmont Primary School Adrianna Cool — Sabillasville Elementary School

“Reghan is a caring friend to all. She consistently shows respect and “Adrianna is a very pleasant and conscientious student. She is trustworthy
kindness to others, positively adds to a welcoming and inclusive learning and readily helps those in need. She is a peer mentor and exemplifies the
environment, and respects differences in others. She was a Quarter 1 Heart pillars of Character Counts! Adrianna consistently demonstrates the leadership
Power award recipient. We are very proud of her!” qualities characteristic of Dr. King. Way to go, Adrianna! The students and
staff at Sabillasville Elementary School are so very proud of you!”
Alexandra Potter — Thurmont Elementary School
“Alex exemplifies all the pillars of character as a student at Thurmont Kiandra Strickhouser — Thurmont Middle School
Elementary School, as well as in the community. She volunteers her time in “Kiandra is a model student. She listens to all instructions and then follows
the community at a horse farm. As well, she celebrates diversity through her them exactly. Kiandra always does her very best and cares about the quality
actions in school to include all students, even those with special needs. We of her work. Kiandra is kind and respectful to everyone. She often helps
have no doubt that she will continue to build a bright future for people of all other students when she sees them struggling. She is a member of 4H and is
diversity.” very active in her school and community. For example, Kiandra has planted
flowers at the Senior Center, prepared Thanksgiving food baskets, and served
Alyssa Costa — Emmitsburg Elementary School food at the Ambulance Company. She has participated in coat drives, Toys

“Alyssa Costa is a proactive fifth-grade student and embraces the dream for Tots, nursing home Bingo, Christmas carol singing at nursing homes, and
“From Vision to Action” by demonstrating leadership in her community. fundraising. She is truly making a difference in her world.”
In school, Alyssa is a quiet leader, who models good character and helps Noah Olson — Catoctin High School
those in need. In the agricultural community, Alyssa is an active member
in both Frederick and Carroll Counties, where she volunteers and speaks “Noah is a leader in the classroom, on the athletic field and throughout his
about animals and farm life. Emmitsburg Elementary is proud to have this school. He exhibits great character, humility and maturity. Catoctin is proud
conscientious and considerate student, who demonstrates her leadership that Noah represents their school as a stellar example of hard work, dedication
through active participation at school and in her community.” and initiative. His trustworthiness, sense of responsibility and enthusiasm are
beyond reproach. Noah will be a future difference maker in the world.”
Hunter Marten — Lewistown Elementary School
“Hunter Marten has been a Peer ambassador for two years and also a
part of the safety-patrol team. Hunter is a role model to all of his classmates.
Hunter is always very respectful and polite to adults and peers. You will find
him greeting people with a smile in the hallways. He is always kind with his
words and actions. He has integrity and strives to do the right thing, even
when no one is looking. Hunter is always willing to help with any tasks in
the classroom. Hunter is trustworthy and can always be counted on to be
honest about any situation. He works diligently to excel in academic work and
perseveres through any academic task.”

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