California Military Institutes, Ashley Bond, is their January Student of the Month and according to Assistant Principal, Ms. Lawyer, she is an amazing all-around student, and has seen her grow in all aspects while attending CMI. Ashley’s teacher, Ms. Scibilia, stated that she loves having Ashley in her class and is constantly volunteering. Ashley admitted that it took a little getting used to the rigor, and military format, of the school, but after a while, she began to enjoy it, and loves mentoring the younger students. She plans to attend La Sierra University or Cal Baptist, and major in psychology to become a spiritual counselor and youth mentor.
Giovanni Martinez is Perris High School’s Student of the Month, and according to Principal, Mr. Hilton, he is an example of why educators do what they do. Giovanni is involved in a number of organizations including Mecha, Interact, and AVID, and he puts everything he has into all of it. Giovanni shared that he was very thankful for his family, who give him the motivation to do his best. He is also grateful for the AVID program which helped him get through his AP classes and other challenges. Giovanni plans to attend UCLA, Cal State Fullerton, or San Diego State to major in mechanical engineering.
Heritage High School’s Student of the Month is Carolyn Probizansky. According to Principal, Julie Zierold, Carolyn is an amazing person who has not had an easy road. However, one would never know by her easy smile and positive attitude. Audrey Smith, Senior Clerk at Heritage, stated that Carolyn has overcome many challenges going through the foster care system to become a determined, loving, kind, and active person. Carolyn shared that one of the lessons she’s learned through everything is to always be positive and use what you have. She plans to continue her education at USC, UC Irvine, or UC Santa Barbara to major in bio chemical engineering and becoming an anesthesiologist.
All of these students demonstrated a desire to work hard and have a drive to exceed others and their own expectations. The Perris Valley Chamber and the Menifee Valley Chamber wish them the best in their endeavors. If you wish to learn more about the Student of the Month Program, please contact founder, Sally Myers at (951) 506-8024.
