Adrian Optimists Students of Month - March

BATES COUNTY, Mo – The Adrian Optimist Club is pleased to honor Students of the Month from the Miami, Ballard, and Adrian schools. Criteria for this honor center on outstanding academic and civic achievement and school spirit. Staff at each of the schools make the selection, and their decision is based on expansion of these criteria. Selection is based on the criteria, but a student stepping up to a particular task will come to play in it. Each student is honored with a certificate of recognition from the Adrian Optimist Club and $20.00 in Adrian Chamber of Commerce “Chamber Bucks”.

The Ballard Student of the Month for March is Graham Wainscott, senior son of Roger and Lori Wainscott. Instructor, Miranda Bridges states “Graham is a hard worker both in and out of school. This year, Graham has demonstrated some qualities that made him stand out from the rest. He is a Teacher’s Assistant for several elementary classes. Through this responsibility, Graham has developed a connection with those young students that most high schoolers don’t have. Most elementary students cannot walk past him in the hallway without giving him a high five, a friendly nudge, or exchanging an ornery smile. His mentoring ability is why I have nominated Graham for Student of the Month.”

Don Osborn, Graham Wainscott, Superintendent John Siebeneck

The Miami Student of the Month is Brooklyn Popplewell, sophomore daughter of Michelle and Patrick Popplewell. Brooklyn participates in basketball, volleyball, FFA, FCCLA, and band in school, and 4-H outside of school. Staff at Miami say “She is a hardworking young lady that is always on task. She shows leadership and is always working to master each new skill. It is a pleasure to work with Brooklyn and she will go far in life with the work ethic and determination she has.” Brooklyn has plans to become an RN at either MIZZOU or Alabama.

Don Osborn, Brooklyn Popplewell, Principal Dr. Daniel Johnson

The Adrian Student of the Month is Colton Kimminau, junior son of Curt and Tracie Kimminau. Colton is very active in school as a member of FCCLA, FBLA, National Honor Society, Student Council, Quiz Bowl, and as a Junior Class officer. He also enjoys playing soccer and working a job outside of school. Colton’s plans include attending University of Missouri.

Don Osborn, Colton Kimminau, Principal Abe Lewis

Adrian Optimists Students of Month - March