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in si de ha lto n. co m O ak vi lle B ea ve r | T hu rs da y, Ju ne 21 ,2 01 8 | 36 Students across the Hal- ton District School Board are being honoured with a Student Excellence Award for demonstrating out- standing qualities in a num- ber of areas, including aca- demic, vocational, athletic, self-improvement, commu- nity work, citizenship and student leadership. Oakville's award recipi- ents are as follows: Abbey Lane Public School Breya MacLean • Grade 8: Breya is a highly motivat- ed student who demon- strates initiative and ap- proaches all tasks with a positive attitude. She's out- going with a keen sense of humour combined with genuine curiosity about the world and a natural ability to connect ideas and experi- ences. Brookdale Public School Alexandra Sheppard • Grade 8: Lexi is not only dedicated to the school, her studies and her extracur- riculars, she is also an ac- tive and committed mem- ber of her rep hockey team. She is a positive and sup- portive role model who sets high expectations for her- self and others. Lexi is a true leader at Brookdale Public School. Captain R. Wilson Public School Zoe Perenack • Grade 8: Zoe brings a positive atti- tude to all aspects of school life. As the Safe School stu- dent representative, Zoe goes out of her way to make others feel safe and wel- come. She consistently demonstrates citizenship, respect and appreciation while recognizing and cele- brating the efforts of her peers. Zoe is a positive role model and demonstrates excellence in all that she does. Eastview Public School Lauren King • Grade 8: Lauren is a conscientious, creative and academically strong student who is an av- id reader and writer and is an active member of the school community. Lauren handles academic situa- tions with confidence and responsibility and displays that she can find positives and learning opportunities in every situation. E.J. James Public School Sophie Gilbert • Grade 8: Sophie is a positive and well-rounded student who teachers describe as a cre- ative risk taker. She is a sin- cere and considerate leader with her classmates and younger students she vol- unteers with. She excels ac- ademically and contributes to the school community through her participation in the arts, athletics and student leadership. In whatever project Sophie embarks on, she gives noth- ing but her best effort. Emily Carr Public School Cameron Clarke • Grade 8: Cameron is a kind, thoughtful and hard-work- ing. He develops positive re- lationships with his peers and has an impressive abil- ity to appreciate the chal- lenges some people face. He willingly advocates for oth- ers, has an open mind and carves out his own unique path based on what is ho- nourable. Cameron demon- strates drive, perseverance, collaboration and impres- sive dedication in all activ- ities. Falgarwood Public School Holly Curtis • Grade 8: Holly strives for high levels of success across all sub- jects with a consistently positive attitude. She is in- trinsically motivated and flawlessly and seamlessly offers support to others, en- couraging them to do their best. Holly is a role model for her peers and younger students. Forest Trail Public School Julia Monteith • Grade 8: Julia demonstrates out- standing qualities in aca- demics, athletics, self-im- provement, community work, citizenship and stu- dent leadership. She is a true student leader who is involved in a myriad of clubs and teams including the school musical, student parliament, HDSB student senate and the Me to We committee. Gladys Speers Public School Sumaiya Bhatti • Grade 6: Sumaiya is a kind, helpful leader who consistently looks for opportunities to go above and beyond. She is strong academically and meets new challenges with a smile. She is a model of the school's qualities, a positive and calming force in the classroom and around the school. Heritage Glen Public School Adam Spears • Grade 8: Adam is a leader in both ac- ademics and extracurricu- lars. He takes pride in ev- erything he does and goes above and beyond. Adam is an active participant in band, intramurals, student and athletic council, Me to We and organized the Eco- Friendly Club and school- wide food drive. James W. Hill Public School Clarrie Wang • Grade 8: Clarrie is a hard-working student who always strives to do her best and further her knowledge. She is re- spectful toward all mem- bers of the school commu- nity and is always willing to help. Clarrie is involved in various extracurricular ac- tivities including sports, student parliament, Me to We, bands, morning an- nouncements and leading primary craft club. Joshua Creek Public School Anuraj Shah • Grade 8: Anuraj is an enthusiastic student who contributes positively to his school com- munity and demonstrates excellent learning skills. Anuraj consistently seeks leadership opportunities and participates in many initiatives outside the class- room. Anuraj is an outgo- ing and friendly student who is respected by his peers and makes an effort to ensure all students feel welcome and valued. Maple Grove Public School Katherine Smith • Grade 8: Katherine goes out of her way to ensure students feel appreciated and accepted. She works hard and achieves high academic standing in all her subjects. Katherine is involved in various clubs and activities EDUCATION HDSB recognizes Oakville elementary school students Sophie Gilbert Breya MacLean Alexandra Sheppard Zoe Perenack Cameron Clarke Lauren King Julia Monteith Clarrie Wang Holly Curtis Sumaiya Bhatti Adam Spears Anuraj Shah Katherine Smith l See Page 37