The Cuyahoga Heights Board of Education recognized nine students as September Students of the Month during its September 28 meeting.
The honorees included two fourth-grade students from Cuyahoga Heights Elementary School, one student from each grade at Cuyahoga Heights Middle School and one student from each grade at Cuyahoga Heights High School. Each student received a certificate commemorating the recognition.
Cuyahoga Heights Elementary School
Isaiah Boggan, Grade 4
Isaiah is a kind, fun-loving student who always makes others laugh in class. He stays focused and works hard on his projects while still smiling. Isaiah thrives on his Art Cart Days and likes to experiment with 3D sculpting. He is creative and kind, and he comes up with solutions to problems that others haven't thought of yet.
Aria Martin, Grade 4
Aria is a kind student who always works hard and tries her best. She is always ready for class and has a smile on her face, even when she is working on something difficult. Aria is an outstanding student who shows what it means to be Caring, Honest, Engaged and Safe. Her teachers are excited to see what she can do as she continues to work hard and bring her amazing attitude to CHES.
Cuyahoga Heights Middle School
Noah Samerigo, Grade 6
The sixth-grade team proudly nominated Noah for Student of the Month. He consistently participates in class and demonstrates a positive attitude toward learning. Noah is a responsible and dependable student who uses his class time wisely and stays focused on completing his assignments.
He is diligent in his work, takes responsibility for his learning and consistently puts forth his best effort. He is motivated to learn and takes pride in his accomplishments. His responsibility, strong work ethic and commitment to learning make him deserving of the Student of the Month recognition.
Savahna Grande-Camilee, Grade 7
Savahna is a kind, enthusiastic student who is always willing to help her classmates and teachers. She consistently completes her assignments on time and takes pride in producing quality work.
Savahna’s eagerness to learn and positive attitude make her a wonderful presence in the classroom. She has shown great enthusiasm for seventh grade and approaches new challenges with confidence and excitement.
Kayleigh Tyna, Grade 8
Kayleigh is a wonderful example of wisdom in action. She may be quiet, but she consistently shows maturity through the choices she makes each day. She comes to class ready to learn, works hard and takes pride in doing her best.
Kayleigh is bright, thoughtful and respectful to both her teachers and classmates. Her ability to make good choices, stay focused and approach her work with care makes her a perfect example of this month’s character trait of wisdom. Her teachers are proud to recognize her as Student of the Month.
Cuyahoga Heights High School
Eloise Streitman, Grade 9
Eloise entered high school with the poise of an upperclassman, tackling every challenge head-on and staying on top of all of her responsibilities. Although she was dealt a very tough hand entering high school with a broken leg, she has demonstrated an inspiring level of grit and determination to rise above adversity.
Eloise is a stellar example to her peers that no obstacle is too big if the drive to succeed is strong enough.
Talya Schoeffler, Grade 10
Talya is a vibrant, enthusiastic student who is actively engaged with the world around her. She always wants to know why and how, not just what, and she doesn't shy away from discussing difficult or complex topics.
She is always interested in the context of what she is learning and wants to connect how everything she reads relates to history, current events and her own life. Talya is intelligent and curious and also has a fantastic sense of humor. From the first time her teacher met her, it was clear that class would be better with Talya in it.
Jeremy Christensen, Grade 11
Jeremy has an extremely positive attitude in and out of the classroom. He always greets everyone with a smile, and his honest interactions are appreciated by teachers and peers alike.
As a student in Art 1, Jeremy asks good questions and challenges himself daily. His teacher thoroughly enjoys having him in class and looks forward to seeing him continue to grow as a fine young man.
Dominic Smallwood, Grade 12
Dominic stands out as a dedicated leader in the senior class, bringing both razor-sharp intellect and an unmistakable drive to everything he undertakes.
As a dedicated cymbal player in the band, his commitment to excellence shines through in every performance, anchoring the ensemble with steady reliability. Beyond his academic and musical achievements, Dominic’s quick wit and great sense of humor consistently bring light and energy to the school community.
The future of society is extremely bright because Dominic is leading the way.
Cuyahoga Heights Schools congratulates Isaiah, Aria, Noah, Savahna, Kayleigh, Eloise, Talya, Jeremy and Dominic on being named September Students of the Month.