The following Whitko Community School students are Students of the Month for October 2024.

Savannah Clark – Whitko senior student of the month
Nominated by Antimony Fox, who said: Savannah works hard to always do her best. She asks for clarification of directions often, which helps others as well. She spends her time wisely, makes use of study halls, and communicates well with teachers and classmates. She is incredibly kind and polite and has been since I have known her as a sophomore. She is very invested in her career path toward becoming a probation officer and will be a great asset to our community upon her graduation.

William Cripe – Whitko junior student of the month
Nominated by teacher Mike Hanback, who said: I have had William in different classes over the years, and he has performed well in every one of them. His attention to detail is superb, and his projects are well done. Maybe the most important thing about Will is his willingness to participate in class. If I ask a question of the class, he will usually answer if no one else volunteers. I know he will provide good insight if I ask him something directly. He is a wonderful student with a great attitude about his education.

Anna Craft – Whitko sophomore student of the month
Nominated by teacher Mike Hanback, who said: Anna does well in class (in all of her classes, actually), is a dedicated student, and demonstrates a good work ethic. She is active in school activities, is a cheerleader, and cares about school spirit. She has a good friend base, and is willing to help everyone. Possibly, her strongest asset is her ability to communicate. She is very outgoing, personable and likes to tell stories. She is not afraid to ask a question, or for some help if she needs it. This is indicative of her maturity. She has a great future ahead of her.

Taylor Tarlton – Whitko freshman student of the month
Nominated by teacher John Fullenkamp, who said: Taylor is an exceptional math student (as I would suspect she is in all of her classes). She comes to class each day prepared, focused and ready to learn. Taylor is very respectful to everyone and is willing to help any of her classmates. She listens very intently, asks insightful questions, and her work is easy to follow and understand. Taylor is an excellent example of the type of student every teacher wants in their classroom.

Carlie Woodard – Whitko eighth grade student of the month
Nominated by teacher Charissa Wilson, who said: Carlie stays focused in class and gets her work done. She is also willing to help others.

Abbi Shepherd – Whitko seventh grade student of the month
Nominated by teacher Diana Nettleton, who said: Abbi is diligent about her classwork. She listens in class and always does her best. Abbi is a kind friend to several students.

Maryssa Alley – Whitko Career Academy student of the month
Nominated by teacher Ken Johns, who said: She has stepped up to every activity and challenge so far this year, even if she was unsure how she would do. This sort of attitude and behavior is the one that we are trying to foster in the Agriculture department and FFA. She is really coming out of her shell and, hopefully, will continue to be a great motivator and member of the program for several years.

Mason Waterson – South Whitley Elementary School’s student of the month
Nominated by first grade teacher Angie Tranter, who said: Mason Waterson is the October student of the month. He is a hard worker and knows exactly how and when to use his sense of humor to add more fun to our school day. Mason can problem-solve for himself and his classmates so he is a person his peers look up to. Thank you Mason for always being a ray of sunshine in the day for classmates and teachers.

Emily Bingham – Pierceton Elementary School’s student of the month
Nominated by fourth grade teacher Dana Justice who said: In just the short time we have been in school, Emily has exemplified what it means to be a Cub! She is kind to EVERYONE, smart, always ready to work and stay on task. I am so excited to have her in my class and see how far she goes this school year.