SELMA HIGH SCHOOL
STUDENT
RECOGNITION
BREAKFAST
FEBRUARY 26, 2016
JANUARY AND DECEMBER
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STUDENT OF THE MONTH NOMINEES
 ATHLETES OF THE MONTH
FRESHMEN
NOMINEES
JANUARY AND FEBRUARY 2016
BRIANNA ANTUNEZ
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GRADE 9
4.00 GPA
“Brianna is one of the hardest
working, most intelligent, most
humble, and most respectful
students you will ever meet.”
-Mr. Castle, Nominating Teacher
STEPHANIE BRAVO
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GRADE 9
4.00 GPA
“Stephanie is a highly intelligent
student who exemplifies what it
means to be a Selma Bear. I
appreciate her kind and positive
attitude.”
-Mrs. Saponara, Nominating Teacher
JORDAN CORTEZ
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GRADE 9
4.00 GPA
“Jordan is an amazing student who
has a quiet confidence. She
comes into class, gets busy, takes
care of what she needs to, and
that is why she has been so
successful.”
-Mr. Stumpfhauser, Nominating Teacher
DULCE GONZALEZ
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GRADE 9
3.40 GPA
“Dulce demonstrates much
determination and is committed to
her studies and her future.”
-Ms. Montoya, Nominating Teacher
MAJENTA HARPER
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GRADE 9
4.0 GPA
“She is a great, hard-working
student and is a joy to have in the
classroom.”
-Ms. McDougal, Nominating Teacher
NABHIA IFTIAZ
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GRADE 9
3.62 GPA
“No other student works as hard
demonstrating what it takes to
succeed in Art. She is also very
encouraging and supportive of
other students who need help.”
-Mr. Stumpfhauser, Nominating Teacher
HARJOT KAUR
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GRADE 9
4.0 GPA
“Harjot is inspiring to others
through her hard work, dedication,
and desire to excel in everything
she does.”
-Ms. Staal, Nominating Teacher
KOBLH MOHAMED
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GRADE 9
3.4 GPA
“Koblh’s enthusiasm for learning is
exhibited through her participation
and quick smile.”
-Ms. Montoya, Nominating Teacher
KILEY REETZ
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GRADE 9
4.00 GPA
“Kiley is responsible, mature, and
goal driven. She isn’t afraid to
challenge herself academically or
athletically.”
-Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher
FATIMA TORRES
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GRADE 9
3.00 GPA
“Fatima is a wonderful student with
these attributes: dedication and
honesty. She will not give up
during her assignments and
perseveres until she understands
the content.”
-Mrs. Montoya, Nominating Teacher
LIZETTE VENEGAS
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GRADE 9
3.80 GPA
“Lizette is respectful and
organized. She is always on time
and ready to learn.”
-Mrs. Ramos, Nominating Teacher
RACHEL VIEIRA
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GRADE 9
4.00 GPA
“Rachel gives 100% effort on a
DAILY basis! She has a work
ethic that teachers and coaches
love, along with her fantastic
attitude. I am lucky to have her in
my class.”
-Ms. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher
JOCELYN ZAMORA
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GRADE 9
4.00 GPA
“Jocelyn is making great gains in
her development of the English
Language. Jocelyn is not afraid of
obstacles but views these as
another learning opportunity.
Congratulations Jocelyn!”
-Mrs. Ramos, Nominating Teacher
SOPHOMORE
NOMINEES
JANUARY AND FEBRUARY 2016
CIELO CRUZ ROSAS
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GRADE 10
3.50 GPA
“Cielo comes to class each and
every day ready to give her best.
She is a role model P.E. student
with her positive attitude, maturity,
and determination.”
-Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher
LILLIANA FLORES
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GRADE 10
3.66 GPA
“Lilly always comes to class with a
great attitude and fantastic effort! I
love having her in class.”
-Ms. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher
JENNIFER HUARACHA
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GRADE 10
4.00 GPA
“Jennifer always has a positive
attitude in class. She works with
enthusiasm. Jennifer is a
respectful, hard-working and
punctual student.”
-Mrs. Ramos, Nominating Teacher
CHRISTOPHER MARTINEZ
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GRADE 10
3.16 GPA
“Chris, Junior, “the Hulk” Martinez
always brings his best to the table.
I’ve seen him grow over two years
and am excited to continue to
watch him grow through high
school.”
-Mr. Fredericks, Nominating Teacher
ISRAEL MERINO
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GRADE 10
3.50 GPA
“Israel always tries hard, works a
lot and never gives up. He is
really a strong individual.”
- Ms. Montoya, Nominating Teacher
MICHAEL ROMERO
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GRADE 10
3.50 GPA
“Michael is amazingly polite. He is
also a great student who wants to
be successful in the classroom, on
the football field, in ROTC, FFA,
and in life!”
-Ms. Harris, Nominating Teacher
ERICK RUBIO
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GRADE 10
3.60 GPA
“Erick has character features that are
especially important for studying: his
strength of will and diligence. He
always tries hard and never gives up.”
-Ms. Montoya, Nominating Teacher
DIEGO SANCHEZ
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GRADE 10
3.50 GPA
“Diego is diligent to a fault. If you
need someone to get something done
and done with quality, you call Diego.”
-Mr. Montemayor, Nominating Teacher
JUNIOR
NOMINEES
JANUARY AND FEBRUARY 2016
TANIA ALTAMIRANO
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GRADE 11
3.94 GPA
“Tania is a humble and softspoken young woman, but her
performance in and out of the
classroom and her attitude of the
heart loudly exclaim excellence.”
-Mr. Castle, Nominating Teacher
JESSICA CALVILLO
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GRADE 11
3.60 GPA
“Jessica has quickly become a
leader in her English 3 class. I
appreciate that she is positive,
kind, and encouraging to everyone
around her.”
-Mrs. Saponara, Nominating Teacher
ALAINA MARSHALL
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GRADE 11
3.83 GPA
“Alaina gives 110% in and out of
the pool. Her work ethic and drive
makes her a true student athlete.”
-Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher
RICARDO MIJANGOS
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GRADE 11
3.50 GPA
“Ricardo always takes the time to
check with his team when working
through problems. His character is
unmatched.”
-Mr. Fredericks, Nominating Teacher
ZAHIRA NAVARRO
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GRADE 11
4.20 GPA
“Zahira has the highest grade in
my Integrated Math 3 classes. I
appreciate her quiet spirit, and her
willingness to work.”
-Mr. Highbaugh, Nominating Teacher
SAVANNAH PENA
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GRADE 11
3.50 GPA
“Savannah is a hard worker. She
always wants to improve and get
better! I wish I had 20 more
exactly like her!”
-Ms. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher
JORDAN RIOS
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GRADE 11
3.80 GPA
“Jordan is a very smart, polite,
mature young lady who always goes
the extra mile in every assignment
she is given. She is a responsible
student who will be very successful
in life..”
-Ms. Harris, Nominating Teacher
SENIOR
NOMINEES
JANUARY AND FEBRUARY 2016
MIGUEL ALCALA
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GRADE 12
4.33 GPA
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“Miguel never settles, but works
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hard and is determined to reach
his goals. He sets high standards
for himself and has the individual
determination to be successful.”
-Mrs. Manter, Nominating Teacher
KIMBERLY GARCIA
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GRADE 12
3.33 GPA
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“Kimberly does a great job at
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Jackson. She is well-organized
and is a fantastic role model for
her students! I love having her in
class.”
-Ms. Sultenfuss, Nominating Teacher
PAVIN JOHNSON
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GRADE 12
4.60 GPA
“Pavin scored 6,492.8 points in the
Fresno County Academic
Decathlon, the highest score on
the Selma team. He also earned 3
medals in Speech, Interview and
Essay.”
-Mr. Highbaugh, Nominating Teacher
GUADALUPE RAMIREZ
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GRADE 12
4.20 GPA
“She is a perfect representation of
what it takes to be a BEAR. Her
belief in achieving high
expectations is demonstrated
through her hard work and
dedication to helping others.”
-Mrs. Lewis/Mr. Rangel, Nominating
Teachers
GABRIEL RIOS
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GRADE 12
3.16 GPA
“Gabriel is a conscientious student
who pays close attention to detail
and strives for excellence in all of
his classes. Congratulations!.”
-Ms. Montoya, Nominating Teachers
MANPREET SOMAL
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GRADE 12
2.83 GPA
“Manpreet has an awesome
disposition – one that is perfect for
ASB Leadership. I truly appreciate
her as a member of our
Leadership class.”
-Mrs. Lambert, Nominating Teacher
ATHLETES
OF THE MONTH
JANUARY AND FEBRUARY 2016
-FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE MONTH LYDIA SCOTT
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2015
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12th grade
3.25 GPA
SPORT: Soccer
“She started the season as one of the
last players to make varsity squad and
has worked her way into the starting
lineup over the final 5 games. In our
last league game against the best team,
she didn’t come off the field for the
whole 100 minutes."
-Coach Vivian
-MALE ATHLETE OF THE MONTH -
ERICK RUBIO
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2015
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10th grade
3.60 GPA
SPORT: Soccer
“As a sophomore, Erick is a starter. He
has been playing with a broken nose for a
month that was broken twice in two
separate games against Dinuba. He
wouldn’t even leave the game until it was
over. While recovering, he has been
working harder than anyone. He is a
quiet leader who everyone knows puts
everything into every game. ”
-Coach Norman