- William Tennent High School -
Recognizes Excellence
September 2013 Students of the Month
Description of the award: Awarded to a WTHS student who has shown tremendous academic achievement in the classroom.
Who can be nominated: Any WTHS student, grades 9-12. (1 winner from each grade per month – 4 total)
How the award winner is chosen: Each month, WTHS will honor a student from each grade level for their tremendous academic achievement in the classroom. Selections will rotate among the school’s various departments from month to month. Only 32 students earn "Student of the Month" accolades each school year, with four individuals honored each month from October through May . A student may be selected for this prestigious honor only once in his/her career at WTHS.
"Andrew gives great effort, is a team player, and has an awesome attitude." - Mr. Wisniewski - Physical Education Department
"Cameron is an engaged, inquisitive, and enthusiastic about learning. His written work is fun to read." Mr. Cozza - English Department
"Taylor is a dedicated hard worker with a positive attitude who continually displays the attributes of an exemplary student. Her creativity and talent combined with her passion to learn and create make her a pleasure to teach and help to set the bar high for other students in the class." - Ms. Francis - Art Department
"Andrew has a unique mind for the Social Sciences. He is able to connect the material that is being taught in class and he applies it to real world events on a daily basis. He is a student who sets the bar for academic excellence." - Mr. Fries - Social Studies Department
September 2013 Tops at Tennent
Description of the award: Awarded to WTHS student who has shown tremendous work ethic, improvement, creativity, character, community service or achievement at WTHS or in the community.
Who can be nominated: Any WTHS student, grades 9-12. (1 winners per grade = 4 total)
How the award winner is chosen: Students and/or faculty members nominate students for the award. One award winner will be chosen from each grade level (Total of 4). In order to be placed in consideration, an explanation of why the nominee is deserving of the award is required. A student cannot win the award more than once per year.
"Regina has proven herself to be an outstanding student as well as an outstanding person. She works well with others and is never too busy to help out a classmate" - Mrs. Abbey Fries - U.S. History Teacher WTHS
"Brian has excelled academically in A.P. Spanish, but his great attitude and desire to learn has also earned him the respect of his classmates." - Mrs. Karen Adams - World Language Department
"Sebastian is the type of student that every teacher loves to have in class. Sebastian works hard, helps others, and is kind and respectful. Sebastian works with other students and helps to communicate complex ideas to his peers so that they better understand the content." - Mr. Smith & Mrs. Strenger - WTHS Math Department
"Mike has led the William Tennent cross country team to one of their best seasons ever, but his work ethic, dedication to his teammates, and his will to win set him apart. He has been the foundation of the team’s success this year and has set an example for the underclassmen at William Tennent of how a true leader carries himself" - Mr. David Fries - WTHS Teacher and Cross Country Coach
September 2013 Super Staff
Description of the award: Awarded to a staff member who has made a positive impact on students or faculty or has made a positive contribution to the community.
Who can be nominated?: A teacher, administrator, coach, or member of the WTHS staff.
How the award winner is chosen: Students nominate staff for the award. In order to be placed in consideration, an explanation of why the nominee is deserving of the award is required. A staff member cannot win the award more than once per year.
"AP Psych is one of the most interesting, exciting, and fun classes to take at WT and the reason for that is Mr. O’Connor." - Alec Smilowski - Senior WTHS
“Frau Friedle inspires students to enjoy the German language as well as German culture. She is always positive, silly, and friendly, and creates a welcoming environment for her students.” - Ashley Schultz - Senior WTHS
"Mr. Berdnik has an extremely busy schedule, yet he offers his time to work and practice debate skills with the members of the team and has helped William Tennent become a powerhouse in the high school debate circuit." - Tim Velenchuk - Senior - WTHS