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 May Student of the Month Recipients:
Elementary School Student of the Month: Alyssa Price
Alyssa is a 5th-grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month by Kylie Fink.
“This is Alyssa’s first year attending school with other students. She has been homeschooled her whole life. I have seen her personality grow immensely since day one and I couldn’t be prouder of her! I love watching her succeed every day in class. She comes to live sessions every day and is ready to learn. She is so kind to her classmates and has made so many new friends. It also doesn’t help when she tells me ‘I know you are the only teacher I have ever had, but you are my favorite teacher!’ Haha!”
Let’s get to know Alyssa!
Question: Why did you choose Primavera?
I like learning online.
Question: What would you like your classmates to know about you?
I’m working on a YouTube channel.
Question: What makes you a successful student?
I try to limit my distractions while I study.
Question: What advice would you give other students to be successful?
Just do your best and don’t be hard on yourself if you don’t succeed the first time.
Question: What do you want your teachers to know?
Least favorite subject is History.
Middle School Student of the Month: Jami Zumwalt
Jami is an 8th-grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month by Ronda Gillespie.
“Jami is consistently a great student who works hard and scores well on assignments. She is considerate of other students, and she even apologized when accidentally missing an English live lesson during testing season.”
Let’s get to know Jami!
Question: Why did you choose Primavera?
I chose it because it has a flexible schedule as well as great teachers.
Question: What would you like your classmates to know about you?
I love rock climbing, motorcycles, baking, and about any sport you could name.
Question: What makes you a successful student?
Just doing my best on assignments and taking my time on them.
Question: What advice would you give other students to be successful?
Take your time and do your best.
Question: What do you want your teachers to know?
Thanks for teaching me and helping me when needed.
High School Student of the Month: Percephanie McKinney Washburn
Percephanie is an 11th-grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month by Thomas Gilsdorf.
“Percephanie is one of those students who truly takes pride in her work. I have seen many students over my 25 years of teaching in a brick and mortar, and the past 2 years with Primavera. She ranks as one of the best I have had the pleasure to have in my class. The depth and breadth of her work is impeccable. Every time I grade her assignments, be it an essay or discussion board, I am just so engaged and engrossed in her words, details, and positive voice and tone. Not only has Percephanie displayed pride in her work as a student, but she has also really shown a caring heart as an individual.”
Let’s get to know Percephanie!
Question: Why did you choose Primavera?
Public school wasn’t working out for me, so my mother pulled me out and enrolled me in Primavera. I’ve been here for two school years, and I’m entering my senior year in the fall. So far it has been wonderful with great teachers.
Question: What would you like your classmates to know about you?
My favorite band is TX2, I love mushrooms and frogs, my favorite manga artist is Junji Ito, my favorite anime is Charlotte Evergarden, and I love to draw!
Question: What makes you a successful student?
I find whatever I can to force myself to do my work and if I can’t find something I make it up. Like grounding myself from my phone until all of my work is decently done. That usually works pretty well because my friends and I talk a lot haha.
Question: What advice would you give other students to be successful?
Pushing through the procrastination even if you get all grumpy doing the work. Find what pushes you the most and milk that to get your work done and done well. You don’t have to like it but you gotta do what you gotta do.
Question: What do you want your teachers to know?
That I’m incredibly grateful for all of their kindness and support through all of my needs and struggles, and were always there to lift me up and motivate me, even when they didn’t know it. Thank you, to all of my teachers, especially those in my high school career. I can’t imagine it’s easy teaching kids who think they’re adults haha.
High School Student of the Month: Sierrah Laverdure
Sierrah is a 12th-grade student who was nominated for Student of the Month by Ryan Peterson.
“Sierrah came to Primavera in March of 2023. Before she came here, her grades were very inconsistent and she failed several courses. But since she enrolled here at Primavera, she’s passed every single course so far, with As and Bs in every course but one! Sierrah explained that the key to her recent success is that she is the oldest child in her family, and she strives to be a good role model to her three younger brothers. She is looking forward to walking across the stage at this year’s graduation ceremony so that her mom can be proud of her. Sierrah is on track to graduate in June 2024.”
Let’s get to know Sierrah!
Question: Why did you choose Primavera?
In order to improve my student’s education and increase chances of career path.
Question: What would you like your classmates to know about you?
I want my peers to know how enthusiastic I am about learning and how excited I am to collaborate with them to discover new concepts. I appreciate sharing knowledge, having productive conversations. In order to build a lively and interesting learning community.
Question: What makes you a successful student?
Sierrah’s benevolence creates an open space. Such a successful student was impressed by her changed grades. It is nice to see someone address their challenges with such a positive outlook and steadfast drive. Psych majors of the future!
Question: What advice would you give other students to be successful?
To succeed academically, one must maintain organization, time management abilities, curiosity, ask questions, and ask for help when needed. Furthermore, don’t forget to take care of your health. Keep in mind that you will face challenges along the way, so stay strong and keep going.
Question: What do you want your teachers to know?
I want my teachers to know that I’m devoted to learning, receptive to feedback, and constantly striving for progress. I like concise directions and effective communication, and I enjoy participating in class discussions and tasks.
Once again, congratulations to all of our Student of the Month recipients. We are proud of you for all you have accomplished!
