SELMA HIGH SCHOOL
STUDENT
RECOGNITION
BREAKFAST
OCTOBER 24, 2012
OCTOBER
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STUDENT OF THE MONTH NOMINEES
 ATHLETES OF THE MONTH
 PARENTS OF THESE INDIVIDUALS
FRESHMEN
NOMINEES
OCTOBER 2012
MARTHA ARAGON
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GRADE 9
4.0 GPA
“Martha is a delight to have in
class. She takes her class
work seriously and is focused
and eager to learn.”
-Ms. Sanchez, Nominating Teacher
PREET BAINS
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GRADE 9
4.0 GPA
“Preet is a super student! He
is courteous, smart, and
attentive at all times.”
-Mrs. Lewis, Nominating Teacher
JASMEET BRAR
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GRADE 9
4.0 GPA
“Jasmeet is a wonderful student
who is always on time and
prepared for class. She greets
me every morning with a smile
on her face and a warm
welcome.”
-Mrs. Ramming, Nominating Teacher
AMBER CARO
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GRADE 9
4.0 GPA
“Amber is responsible and
actively participates in class.
She has a positive attitude.”
-Mrs. Ramos, Nominating Teacher
ALEXIS HEREDIA
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GRADE 9
3.67 GPA
“Alexis is a very bright young
woman with a vibrant
personality to match. She is
always respectful, works very
well with others, and gives her
best every day.”
-Mrs. Silva , Nominating Teacher
DIANA LOPEZ
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GRADE 9
4.0 GPA
“Diana’s character is highlighted
by a focused desire to learn, a
questioning mind, and a palate
of interests that span many
talents.”
-Mr. Castle, Nominating Teacher
NOEMI PEREZ ALEJO
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GRADE 9
3.67 GPA
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“Noemi is hard-working and
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always has a positive attitude.
She is always willing and ready to
help the students around her, and
I know that if I’m in need of a peer
tutor, I can always count on her.”
-Miss Wall, Nominating Teacher
SUSAN RAMIREZ
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GRADE 9
3.33 GPA
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“Susan is one of three Ramirez’s
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in three years that I’ve had the
pleasure to be in class. She is
always ready to work and ask
questions, helpful to her group,
and knows how to get things
done!”
-Mr. Fredericks, Nominating Teacher
VINCENTE ROQUE
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GRADE 9
3.67 GPA
“Vincente has an amazing
vocabulary and has continued to
further his knowledge by
challenging himself in the
classroom. He has a maturity
about him that commands respect
and admiration from his classmates
and allows him to achieve highly in
all that we do.”
-Mr. Machnik, Nominating Teacher
ZACHARY SHORT
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GRADE 9
3.33 GPA
“Zachary has been quietly
working hard to improve his
academics and I’m very
proud of what he’s achieved
in the past few weeks.”
-Mr. Stumpfhauser, Nominating Teacher
GISELLE TORRES
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GRADE 9
3.2 GPA
“Giselle has a competitive
attitude and is always ready
to play in PE. She is
encouraging to others and
cares about her grades.”
-Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher
GABRIELLA VIVEROS
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GRADE 9
4.0 GPA
“Gabby’s enthusiasm to learn
is very refreshing to see. She
helps motivate her other
classmates.”
-Ms. Saponara, Nominating Teacher
SOPHOMORE
NOMINEES
OCTOBER 2012
DIANA CASTELLANOS
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GRADE 10
3.67 GPA
“Diana has the highest
percentage out of two classes
of sophomores. She gives
athletics and academics her
best shot!”
-Ms. Harris, Nominating Teacher
ELIZABETH CENDEJAS
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GRADE 10
3.67 GPA
“Elizabeth’s positive and
pleasurable attitude epitomize
her as a model student who is
eager to learn and share her
growth with others.”
-Sgt. Maj. Fullard, Nominating Teacher
JOANNA DE LOS SANTOS
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GRADE 10
3.67 GPA
“Joanna always comes to class
with a good attitude and a
smile. She brings out the best in
others just by being herself.”
-Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher
URIEL GOMEZA BARON
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GRADE 10
2.5 GPA
“Uriel always has a smile on his
face and follows directions
promptly. He encourages others
to dance and volunteers
whenever necessary.”
-Mrs. Plaza, Nominating Teacher
STEPHANIE GUZMAN
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GRADE 10
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“Stepanie understands the relevance
of learning history and constantly
works to the best of her ability to
understand more.”
-Mr. Leedy, Nominating Teacher
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I was so proud of Stephanie because
she was one of the only students who
scored proficient on her practice
CAHSEE.”
-Mrs. Alvarado, Nominating Teacher
EFRAIN JIMENEZ
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GRADE 10
3.66 GPA
“Efrain is a student who comes
into class focused and ready to
learn. He always does his best
in class and takes his education
seriously.”
-Ms. Sanchez, Nominating Teacher
AMANDEEP KAUR
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GRADE 10
3.67 GPA
“Amy is always responding in
Spanish, which I love!!!”
-Mrs. Quintanilla, Nominating Teacher
RAMNEET PANNU
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GRADE 10
4.17 GPA
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“Ramneet strives to be the best she
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can be.”
-Mr. Lane, Nominating Teacher
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“Ramneet sets high standards for
herself that will guarantee success in
her future academic endeavors. She
represents SHS in a positive manner.”
-Mrs. Lambert, Nominating Teacher
JOSE RAMIREZ HERNANDEZ
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GRADE 10
3.6 GPA
“Jose’s dedication and desire to
learn and improve his English
are admirable. His kind and
helpful nature make him a role
model in the class.”
-Mrs. Reed, Nominating Teacher
MAXIMILIANO RIOS RUIZ
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GRADE 10
3.67 GPA
“Maximiliano is responsible,
respectful, and punctual in
class. He is a positive influence
for others in class.
-Mrs. Ramos, Nominating Teacher
ISRAEL VALENTIN BENIGNO
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GRADE 10
3.6 GPA
“Israel is an exemplary student
who is achieving so much
academically. He strives to
improve his English fluency
everyday. I am very impressed
with how much he has
accomplished in all his classes.”
-Mrs. Reed, Nominating Teacher
SHELBY ZARATE
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GRADE 10
3.66 GPA
“Shelby is my ideal student. Her
positive attitude and willingness
to try new things impress me on
a daily basis.”
-Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher
JUNIOR
NOMINEES
OCTOBER 2012
PRISCILLA ALVARADO
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GRADE 11
3.33 GPA
“Priscilla is always very friendly,
and I appreciate her hard work
in my class.”
-Mrs. Alvarado, Nominating Teacher
ABEL DOMINICK BARAJAS
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GRADE 11
3.17 GPA
“Dominick is a role model
student athlete. He represents
the Selma High football in a
positive way on and off the
field.”
-Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher
DIANA BOLANOS
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GRADE 11
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3.67 GPA
“Diana has made an impressive
comeback in Math this year, earning
over 103%! Her perseverance and
desire to succeed are model for all of
us!”
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-Mr. Highbaugh, Nominating Teacher
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“Diana is a hard-worker outside and
inside the classroom. She has a
positive attitude and it rubs off on
other students.”
-Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher
VICTORIA CISNEROS
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GRADE 11
4.33 GPA
“Tori’s inquiring mind and
admirable work-ethic are
matched only by positive
attitude.”
-Mr. Castle, Nominating Teacher
GISELL HERNANDEZ
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GRADE 11
4.17 GPA
“She is so determined to
succeed and so steady in her
resolve to create and learn but
never appears in a hurry. She is
relaxed and positive.”
-Mr. Cox, Nominating Teacher
VANESSA LOPEZ
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GRADE 11
3.67 GPA
“Vanessa is a very hardworking trustworthy student
who not only tries her best but
modivates others to do the
same.”
-Ms. Luviano, Nominating Teacher
CHRISTINA LOUIE
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GRADE 11
4.0 GPA
“Christina has a great
personality and attitude that’s
contagious. I am privileged to
have her in my class.”
-Mr. Lane, Nominating Teacher
KYANNAH MILLS
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GRADE 11
3.33 GPA
“Kyannah is a special individual. She
has a rare combination of work ethic,
natural leadership ability, and a
humble politeness about her that
together complete one of the most
dynamic students I have ever taught.”
-Mr. Machnik, Nominating Teacher
ALYSSA MORENO
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GRADE 11
3.86 GPA
“Alyssa is an incredible
student/person. She goes
above and beyond the call of
duty academically and extracurricularly.
-Ms. Harris, Nominating Teacher
ANGELICA MORALES GUERRERO
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GRADE 11
3.1 GPA
“She has a great attitude and
works well with others.”
-Mrs. Morfin, Nominating Teacher
OLGA RAMBLAS
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GRADE 11
3.83 GPA
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“Put simply, Olga is brilliant.”
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-Mr. Castle, Nominating Teacher
RAFAELA RAMIREZ
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GRADE 11
3.16 GPA
“Rafaela is one of my best
students in EL2. She is
intelligent, caring, and helpful.
She brings her positive attitude
and willingness to learn
something new everyday.”
-Mrs. Reed, Nominating Teacher
AMARJOT SINGH
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GRADE 11
4.2 GPA
“Amarjot is a diligent and hardworking student. He always has
a positive attitude and
challenges himself daily in
Spanish class.”
-Mrs. Vazquez, Nominating Teacher
SENIOR
NOMINEES
OCTOBER 2012
JASLEEN ALMONTE
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GRADE 12
3.1 GPA
“Jasleen is one of the most
enthusiastic students in my class. She
is determined to excel academically.
Her joyfulness is contagious, and
when she becomes a teacher her
students will benefit from her positive
outlook and friendly personality.”
-Mrs. Reed, Nominating Teacher
JOSE APOLINAR
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GRADE 12
4.0 GPA
“Jose is a role model AVID
student. He is taking two AP
Classes working on applying for
scholarships and universities
and keeping his grades up. I
admire his focus and drive.”
-Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher
HEIDDY ARELLANO
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GRADE 12
3.33 GPA
“Heiddy is very enthusiastic in
class and is a role model to
others. She follows directions
promptly and has a positive
class attitude.”
-Mrs. Plaza, Nominating Teacher
CORA FLUKER
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GRADE 12
3.33 GPA
“Cora is a great role model for
her peers. She is a very self
motivated student and her
positive attitude is contagious.”
-Mrs. Silva, Nominating Teacher
ROSIE GARCIA
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GRADE 12
3.33 GPA
“Rosie is a great asset to
Link Crew and she genuinely
cares for all students. She is
willing to help the 9th graders
and share things that she
has learned about school
and life.”
-Mr. Stumpfhauser, Nominating Teacher
ROBERTO GOMEZ
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GRADE 12
2.5 GPA
“’It’s not your position that
matters, but where you’re moving
too.’ Robert is doing an
EXCELLENT job, has a great
attitude, and is a great example
of a student pursuing success.”
-Mr. Ramming, Nominating Teacher
MARIA MACIAS
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GRADE 12
3.6 GPA
“She is a patient, caring, and
helpful young lady who has
excellent citizenship. Maria is
willing to tutor students during
lunch time.”
-Mrs. Reed, Nominating Teacher
OCEAN MENDOZA
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GRADE 12
3.83 GPA
“Ocean has an enthusiasm
with the students at Jackson
that I wish I could rub off on
everyone. His students love
him and he does a fantastic
job!
-Mrs. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher
VICTOR MENDOZA
VALDOVINOS
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GRADE 12
3.67 GPA
“Victor takes his academics
very seriously. He cares about
his grades and does his best
on each and every
assignment.”
-Ms. Harris, Nominating Teacher
EVELYN PALACIOS
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GRADE 12
4.0 GPA
“Evelyn should be proud of her
academic accomplishments
and positive attitude. She is a
great role model for her
younger family members and
peers.”
-Mrs. Lambert, Nominating Teacher
ANDREW THALMAN
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GRADE 12
3.0 GPA
“Andrew is a wonderful student
that completes his work and
makes the time to help those
around him.”
-Mr. Fedele, Nominating Teacher
LEA THOMPSON
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GRADE 12
2.83 GPA
“Lea works hard everyday in
class. It makes me proud to
see the effort she puts in her
school work.”
-Ms. Luviano, Nominating Teacher
JESSICA TORREZ
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GRADE 12
3.5 GPA
“Jessica displays this quiet
confidence about herself and it
shows in her class work and
grades.”
-Mr. Fedele, Nominating Teacher
ATHLETES
OF THE MONTH
OCTOBER 2012
-MALE ATHLETE OF THE MONTH -
ALVARO VILLEGAS
OCTOBER 2012
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SENIOR
3.5 GPA
SPORT: FOOTBALL
“Alvaro is one of the leaders of the
Football program. He helps anchor
our offensive line and he is one of
our top players on defense.”
-Coach Crews
-FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE MONTH -
VICTORIA CISNEROS
OCTOBER 2012
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JUNIOR
4.0 GPA
SPORT: TENNIS
“Tori has been working hard all
season and it shows in her game.
She wants to win and has a great
attitude.”
-Coach Sultenfuss