SELMA HIGH SCHOOL
STUDENT
RECOGNITION
BREAKFAST
JANUARY 25, 2013
December /January
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STUDENT OF THE MONTH NOMINEES
 ATHLETES OF THE MONTH
 PARENTS OF THESE INDIVIDUALS
FRESHMEN
NOMINEES
December 2012/January 2013
RUTH CALDERON FRANCO
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GRADE 9
3.5 GPA
“Ruth has impressed me with
her maturity, hard work, and
focus towards her education.
She knows how to balance
being in sports and doing well
in her classes.”
-Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher
DAVID CHANG
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GRADE 9
3.375 GPA
“David is a motivating and
serious thinker who will be a
community game-changer.”
-SgtMaj Fullard and 1stSgt Romero,
Nominating Teachers
ALEXIS ESPINOZA
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GRADE 9
3.5 GPA
“Alexis is hard working and
always willing to help others.
She is wonderful student and
always has a positive attitude.”
-Mr. Ramming, Nominating Teacher
LIZBETH ESTRADA ROCHA
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GRADE 9
3.83 GPA
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“In a world that is ever changing, I can count on
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Lizbeth to be a constant. She is respectful, hard
working, and is ready for my class every day. If
more students lived up to her expectiations, I
would probably be out of my job.”
-Mr. Fredericks, Nominating Teacher
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“Highly motivated and truly dedicated,
Cadet Estrada will ascend to the highest
level.”
-SgtMaj Fullard and 1stSgt Romero,
Nominating Teachers
ROMAN GOMEZ
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GRADE 9
2.83 GPA
“Roman is always willing to
participate in class and help out
with distributing or collecting
materials. I appreciate Roman
and I am proud of his
accomplishments.”
-Mr. Stumpfhauser, Nominating Teacher
JOSE LOPEZ GOPAR
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GRADE 9
3.2 GPA
“Jose always gives 100% effort,
and he is always willing to help
his classmates. He never has to
be asked to get to work
because he is always on task.”
-Mrs. Silva, Nominating Teacher
LAUREN MILLER
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GRADE 9
4.0 GPA
“Lauren is a remarkable young
woman whose talents are
diverse.”
-Mr. Castle, Nominating Teacher
JASPREET NAGRA
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GRADE 9
4.0 GPA
“Jaspreet is one of the most
dedicated students I have ever
met. She is meticulous with her
work, inquisitive, and reliable.”
-Mrs. Pena, Nominating Teacher
ESMERELDA NARANJO
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GRADE 9
3.67 GPA
“Esmerelda is a positive
example for other students.She
displays a great work ethic and
dedication in the classroom and
in the sports of track and cross
country.”
-Mr. Jones, Nominating Teacher
SOPHOMORE
NOMINEES
DECEMBER 2012/JANUARY 2013
JOHN ALLISON
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GRADE 10
3.8 GPA
“John is always a willing
participant in his classes. He is
always ready and willing to
recycle and knows his
responsibilities.”
-Mrs. Espinoza, Nominating Teacher
JASMINE BARAJAS
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GRADE 10
3.616 GPA
“I am proud of Jasmine’s
ambition. It is obvious she is
determined to succeed in life!”
-Mrs. Alvarado, Nominating Teacher
YESENIA BUENROSTRO
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GRADE 10
4.0 GPA
“Yesenia is passionate about
her education and works hard
to be successful in all her
classes. She is a well-rounded
young lady that I wish more of
my students strived to be like.”
-Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher
ARMANDO CARRILLO
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GRADE 10
4.0 GPA
“Armando is an exceptional
student and young man. With
such dedication and
determination, he will continue
to succeed in his academics
and accomplish all of his future
goals.”
-Mrs. Lambert, Nominating Teacher
MARISSA GARCIA
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GRADE 10
4.0 GPA
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“Marissa is an exemplary student and
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role model to the class. She has a
very positive attitude towards class
and is always prepared. It is a
pleasure having her in class.”
-Mrs. Plaza, Nominating Teacher
RICHARD MORENO
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GRADE 10
2.67 GPA
“Richard has really improved
this year in my class. His
commitment has been
unwavering, and I am proud to
have him as a student.”
-Mr. Fredericks, Nominating Teacher
RONI PEREZ
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GRADE 10
3.83 GPA
“Roni is the ideal physical
education student. She works
hard, she is competitive, and
she has a positive attitude. I
wish had 50 more of her!”
-Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher
LYNEY SERRATO
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GRADE 10
3.8 GPA
“Lyney is responsible and
actively participates in class.
She is a positive influence for
others.”
-Mrs. Ramos, Nominating Teacher
SIMRANJOT SINGH
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GRADE 10
4.0 GPA
“Simmy ended up with the
highest grade in her algebra 2
class for the first semester.”
-Mr. Highbaugh, Nominating Teacher
CYNTHIA URIETE
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GRADE 10
3.33 GPA
“Eager and willing to inspire,
Cadet Uriete is the epitome of
Semper Fidelis.”
-SgtMaj Fullard and 1stSgt Romero,
Nominating Teachers
AMANDA VALENZUELA
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GRADE 10
3.67 GPA
“Amanda is the standard bearer
for excellence and superior
performance.”
-SgtMaj Fullard and 1stSgt Romero,
Nominating Teacher
JUNIOR
NOMINEES
DECEMBER 2012/JANUARY 2013
NOEL CERVANTES
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GRADE 11
3.5 GPA
“Noel is wonderful TA that gets
along with everyone and is
extremely helpful. He always
has a good attitude, which is
much appreciated 6th period.”
-Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher
JOSE GUDINO
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GRADE 11
3.0 GPA
“Jose is always so kind and
friendly when he comes to
class. I always appreciate his
attention and participation.”
-Mrs. Alvarado, Nominating Teacher
CHRISTINA LOUIE
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GRADE 11
3.83 GPA
“Focused and driven to
distinction and superior
achievement, Cadet Louie is an
example of Selma Bear
brilliance.”
-SgtMaj Fullard and 1stSgt Romero,
Nominating Teachers
LINDSAY MACHADO
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GRADE 11
3.77 GPA
“Lindsay always has the desire
to understand the concepts and
develop the skills necessary to
perform at a high level.”
-Mr. Cox, Nominating Teacher
ASHLEY MACIAS
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GRADE 11
3.0 GPA
“Ashley is a creative individual
who works hard in her role as
Kaleidoscope Editor of The
Clarion.”
-Mr. Castle, Nominating Teacher
CHRISSY MENDOZA
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GRADE 11
4.07 GPA
“Chrissy may be a quietmannered person, but her
performance at SHS has been
thunderous!”
-Mr. Castle, Nominating Teacher
SAMANTHA SAUCEDA
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GRADE 11
3.83 GPA
“Samantha is such a hard worker.
She strives to get better and has a
fantastic attitude. Samantha has a
smile that makes you want to be
better person. I enjoy having her in
class.”
-Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher
VIANEY ESPINO
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GRADE 11
4.0 GPA
“Vianey academically stands
out.”
-Mrs. Quinatanilla, Nominating Teacher
NICHOLAS SIMPSON
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GRADE 11
3.4 GPA
“Nicholas is very caring
and very respectful of
others. More than willing
to help YOU…”
-Mr. Lomeli, Nominating Teacher
JASMINE ZAPATE
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GRADE 11
2.0 GPA
“When the final came around,
Jasmine did what she had to in
order to achieve the grade. She
worked hard and deserves to
be recognized for that work.”
-Mr. Fredericks, Nominating Teacher
SENIOR
NOMINEES
DECEMBER 2012/JANUARY 2013
KARINA ARROYO
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GRADE 12
4.16 GPA
“Intense and mature, Cadet
Arroyo will be the epitome of a
leader.”
-SgtMaj Fullard & 1stSgt Romero,
Nominating Teachers
YAZMIN COLIN
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GRADE 12
4.5 GPA
“Yazmin is an amazing young lady
that is passionate about her
education. She challenges herself
and others to be the best they can
be.”
-Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher
AVELINA GONZALEZ
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GRADE 12
4.0 GPA
“Aveline has a positive attitude
in class. She is responsible
and actively participates in
class discussions.”
-Mrs. Ramos, Nominating Teacher
DANIEL GUERRERO
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GRADE 12
4.17 GPA
“A solid rock that can be
counted on to excel and deliver,
Daniel is the embodiment of
Selma Spirit.”
-SgtMaj Fullard & 1stSgt Romero,
Nominating Teachers
JAMIE PEREZ
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GRADE 12
4.1 GPA
“I don’t often come across a
young lady who posses such fine
character and intense work ethic
and so much heart and desire to
do well at everything she
attempts.”
-Mr. Alcoser, Nominating Teacher
JONATHAN PLAZA
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GRADE 12
3.5 GPA
“Jonathan is a great role model for all
students who may falter at one time
or another - change is possible.
Since sophomore year Jonathan has
obviously refocused his efforts on his
academics, bringing forth that
intelligent, capable young man.”
-Mrs. Lambert, Nominating Teacher
JUAN RAMIREZ-HERNANDEZ
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GRADE 12
3.17 GPA
“Juan is a model student in 6th
period. He is always willing to
help and does fantastic work. I
am privileged to have him in
my class.”
-Mr. Fredericks, Nominating Teacher
MARK ROWELL
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GRADE 12
4.5 GPA
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“Mark is an extremely bright and
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motivated young man. He is never
boastful and always helpful. I
appreciate all that Mark contributes
to the class. Thank you for being
such a good student, Mark;
congratulations once again.”
-Mrs. Pena, Nominating Teacher
MONIQUE SALDANA
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GRADE 12
3.5 GPA
“Mona always has a smile on
her face and I really enjoy
having her in my Link Crew
class.”
-Mr. Stumpfhauser, Nominating Teacher
DAVID SANTOS
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GRADE 12
3.0 GPA
“David is attentive, respectful,
and truly give his all every day.
He also takes responsiblity for
his learning and I have seen
major improvements in David’s
writing.”
-Mrs. Silva, Nominating Teacher
PAUL VASQUEZ
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GRADE 12
3.3 GPA
“Paul comes to class prepared
and ready to learn. He is very
respectful to his class and his
peers.”
-Mrs. Espinosa, Nominating Teacher
ALVARO VILLEGAS
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GRADE 12
3.66 GPA
“Alvaro has a great student/teacher
relationship with his students at
Jackson. He seems to enjoy his
students and they love him. Alvaro
is the polite, respectful young adult
that we all hope to have in class.”
-Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher
ATHLETES
OF THE MONTH
DECEMBER 2012/JANUARY 2013
-MALE ATHLETE OF THE MONTH -
JASPREET ATWAL
December 2012/January 2013
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SENIOR
4.5 GPA
SPORT: BASKETBALL
“Jaspreet is a hard worker with an
exceptional attitude. He is an
overall well-rounded player and a
pleasure to coach.”
-Coach Pallesi
-FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE MONTH -
ERIN PALLESI
December 2012/January 2013
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JUNIOR
4.0 GPA
SPORT: Basketball
“Erin's play has helped propel the
girls basketball team to new
heights. With Erin leading the way
by receiving two all- tournaments
as well as tournament MVP, the
Lady Bears have claimed 3
tournament championships in the
early part of this season.”
-Coach Romig