The Student of the Month project is sponsored by Soroptimist International of the Olympic Rain Forest for students who consistently display respect and responsibility for their behavior and academic achievement. Students of the Month are chosen by their peers and teachers.

All students are eligible to be Student of the Month.

Be respectful, be polite, follow school and class rules, help prevent bullying, be on the honor roll, be at school every day and on time, pay attention in class, go the extra mile, do school work and turn it in on time.

Skyler Steffen is the son of Eric and Sarah Steffen. He is in Ms. Bryan’s block class and was chosen by the staff for his work ethic and positive attitude. He strives for excellence in his academics. Skyler is patient and makes sure to include everyone. Skyler says that his favorite times during the school day are PE and block. Outside of school, Skyler enjoys sports, exercising and playing video games.

Taya Ides is the daughter of John and Carol Ides. Taya is in Ms. Bryan’s block class and was chosen by the staff because she is always polite, on task and works hard. She is kind to other students who need assistance and she is respectful and aims to please. Taya’s favorite things about school are PE and lunch. Taya is playing volleyball this fall and having fun with it. When she’s not in school or at practice, she likes to be artistic or hang out with friends.

Zach Johansen is the son of Russell and Suzy Johansen. Zach is in Ms. Taylor’s block class and was chosen by the staff because of the effort he puts into his work. He advocates for himself in making sure to collect work when he’s absent and he’s genuinely concerned about his progress in science. Zach is a quirky, good-natured young man who asks great questions that spark good conversation. Math and playing chess are Zach’s favorite things about school. He likes to run, act and read comics when he’s not at school.

Hannah Decker is the daughter of Bill and Kristi Decker. Hannah is in Ms. Taylor’s block class and was chosen by the staff for her perseverance in math and her hard work ethic in all of her classes. She is truly concerned about giving her best effort in her work. She is kind to everyone and patient when others need help. Hannah looks forward to seeing her friends and teachers at school, as well as learning different things. Hannah is an outdoorsy girl, enjoying hunting and fishing. She also loves to spend time with her family.

Congratulations to the October Students of the Month who received a certificate and a $25 gift card to Barnes & Noble. Students were honored with their parents at a lunch at school.