January Student of the Month: Maddy Counard

Many of West De Pere Middle School’s students achieve success in their classes for a variety of reasons. Some kids focus on preparation and organization. Others dedicate extra effort  and energy outside of school. And a few bring such a positive attitude to class every day that failure is simply never an option. However, when students regularly combine all three of these qualities into their daily routine, that is an accomplishment that is very rare and very special. Maddy Counard is one of those students, which is why Mr. Lokken has nominated her as January’s 6th Grade Student of the Month.

Maddy arrives to class every day with the required materials and assignments; however, that is just the first step to being organized and prepared for class. Once the students walk in the door there are a number of tasks that they are expected to complete without prompting from the teacher. Maddy always follows through with these and is in her seat and ready to begin when the bell finally rings.

Inside of the classroom isn’t the only place that Maddy demonstrates her determination. Her maturity helps her understand that achieving personal goals takes a good amount of extra effort. Therefore, the energy and commitment that Maddy applies to studying during her own time has helped lead to the academic success that she has experienced.  

Organized, with a strong work ethic...those qualities alone could represent a student of the month. But the “cherry on top” with Maddy is her positive attitude. Her ability to work well with other students and her willingness to bring a smile into any classroom situation have proven her to become a role model for her peers and a very deserving recipient for January’s Student of the Month.