Two students from each of our eleven schools were nominated by their building administration and honored with the Superintendent Student Recognition Award.
This prestigious recognition was established to honor the exceptional achievements of outstanding students within our district. Through this accolade, we hope to instill a sense of pride and motivation, encouraging all students to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to the collective success of our educational community through our Bulldog Beliefs.
These students demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence, exhibit strong leadership skills, serve as a positive influence on their peers, and have a profound impact on their school environment. The following students were recognized and honored at the regularly scheduled School Board meeting on Monday, February 24, 2025:
Elio Acevedo, Horace Mann Elementary Caraline Cluff, Pickwick Early
Childhood Center
Joselyn Hernandez, Gateway High Kingston Kuster, Fahrney Elementary Zaria Long, Liberty Intermediate
Samuel Maldonado, Eisenhower Elementary Erick Renteria, Gateway High
Irana Rosier, Wilson Elementary
Gavin Stout, Eisenhower Elementary Emma Wetrich, Liberty Intermediate Tahj White, Douma Elementary
Mackenzie Clubb, Ottumwa High
Devonte Friar, James Elementary Kaw Htoo, Douma Elementary
Olivia Jordan, Fahrney Elementary Jeremy Lisamadi, Horace Mann Elementary Gracie Newton, Wilson Elementary Leo Rodriguez, Pickwick Early
Childhood Center
Madalynn Sertterh, Evans Junior High Abigail Tello-Mencos, James Elementary Ty Wetrich, Evans Junior High
Landon Witt, Ottumwa High
Congratulations! We hope all our students continue to Be the Best!
