Students of the Month

April Senior Student of the Month

Jordan Farley

Jordan is the son of Darren and Genny Farley. His special interests are baseball, fishing, hunting, and camping. Jordan helps our community by doing volunteer work at the Eagle Crest Therapeutic Center. Jordan’s extracurricular activities include Future Farmers of America, Varsity Baseball, Interact Club, and National Honor Society. His favorite thing about Elkhart High School is the baseball team, and his future plans include attending college to become a land surveyor.

Teacher Comments

Mrs. Kapela – “Have you ever taken a moment to listen to Jordan Farley as he speaks?  His voice says it all.  He is calm, cool, and collected.  I envy his skills to stay content and yet, at the same time, understand the need to set goals and achieve them.  At the very beginning of the year, Jordan recounted his experience of travelling to Europe.  I loved hearing his description of what he had seen.  I'm sure everyone will agree that Jordan is a born story teller, a cowboy that everyone can see sitting around the campfire as he tells of his adventures with Buckingham Palace's royal guards as he tries making these famous symbols of England laugh.  I was so very impressed to see how Jordan had taken the experience of travel and then continued to feel content with what his town had to offer him.  This travel experience proved to Jordan that the possibilities for his future were endless, but he wanted to enjoy the here and now.  Even if the here and now means writing his English IV research paper over the California Gold Rush.  Jordan may not relish some of the tasks he must complete in English IV, but,  he is able to smile and tell me politely...in his best Southern drawl...that he will do the best he can.  Little does he know, although I hope he is starting to figure this out, that "the best he can do" is looking pretty good! 

Congratulations, Jordan!”

Mrs. Stanfield – “Jordan is an outstanding young man who puts all his energy and resources into every endeavor.  He is self-motivated and intelligent.  He will be a success in whatever field he chooses to pursue.  It is a pleasure to have him in my economic class.”

May Senior Student of the Month

Phillip Flesner

Phillip is the son of Roger and Connie Flesner. In his free time he likes to play guitar, work with computers, and hang out with friends. Phillip has a high respect for others in his community. He transports his small cousins to and from school and makes it a point to help senior citizens when he gets the chance. Phillip is the Vice President of the Career Club and maintains a job while attending high school. Phillip was also voted “Most Likely to be on Days of Our Lives.” He was born on Cinco de Mayo and four months ago became a proud uncle to his brand new nephew. Phillip’s plans for the future include graduating from TSTC Waco with a degree in computer network administration. His favorite thing about Elkhart ISD is the unity between the students.

Teacher Comments

Mrs. Stanfield – “Phillip Flesner is a young man whom I have had the honor and pleasure of coming to know within the past school year. He is a remarkably mature young man who has consistently displayed the admirable quality of leadership in addition to maintaining a very strong work ethic. I am confident that his friendly manner, good character, and dedication to positive life goals will enhance his ability to reach whatever endeavor he chooses to pursue. I wholeheartedly believe that Phillip is very deserving of this honor.”

Mr. Mize – “Although I haven't had Philip in class since his sophomore year, he was always a great student.  I hear from other teachers that he is continuing to perform at his best in all his tasks. Talking with him even now, he demonstrates a willingness to work and achieve, all with a devil-may-care outlook on life.  I wish him success and feel confident that he will find it.”

Mrs. Salazar – “Phillip is a fun-loving, crazy learner who is interested in many of life's deeper ideas.  He encourages the thought process among his peers by asking thought-provoking questions and spurring new ideas.  He makes each class period an adventure and is an entertaining speech student who always delivers a new approach to the presentations and activities in class.  Congrats Phillip - you made it!!!”

April Junior Student of the Month

Leonard Grabs

Leonard is the son of Rodger and Robin Grabs. In his free time he likes to hunt, fish, and hang out with friends. Leonard has a very outgoing personality and has a special gift of making things fun for everyone. His special interests are powerlifting and, of course, hunting. Leonard is a member of the following Varsity sports teams: football, track, powerlifting, and baseball. He is a state qualifier in powerlifting. His favorite thing about Elkhart High School is the baseball program, and college is definitely in his future plans.

Teacher Comments

Mr. Quisenberry – “Leonard Grabs is quite simply the classic "All American Boy".  Both an athlete and a scholar, he's a pleasure to have as a student who contributes positively to class and the learning environment. His intelligence combined with his sense of humor has made him the type of young man who has the potential to achieve great things in his future.“

Mrs. Kapela – “It's been said that it is all in the name and the same will hold true for that of "Leonard Grabs" ...see what you think!?”

L-eadership

E-xcellence

O-pinionated...WHEN IT COUNTS!

N-oble to his commitments

A-thletic

R-igorous in the pursuit of his goals

D-iplomatic

May Junior Student of the Month

Ben Krisch

Ben is the son of David and Pat Platt. In his free time he likes to go kayaking, play ping pong, and go creeking. He is involved with his church, and has helped with raising money through bake sales. Ben is a member of the Drama Club, National Honor Society, Student Council, Interact Club, Academic UIL, and Spanish Club. He has received 2^nd Place at Region in Literary Criticism making him a state qualifier, 1^st Place in Current Events, and 1^st Place in Academic Olympics Team. His favorite thing about Elkhart High School is the teachers. In the future Ben plans to attend UT at Austin or Duke to pursue a degree in law.

Teacher Comments

Mrs. Absalom – “Ben has a great sense of humor and is a pleasure to coach in UIL.  Although I've never taught him in class, I've been impressed with his comments during our practices.  Not many students can make it to state their first year in an academic event.”

Mrs. Salazar – “ Ben is one of the most original and entertaining students I have met.  He has a natural ability to draw others in to the fun he creates.  He has stepped out as a leader in our extra-curricular events and has served as an officer in several clubs.  Although he has proven a weakness in the sport of putt-putt golf, his abilities are evident in both school and UIL participation.  Fun follows Ben, and his originality and enthusiasm are fresh and enjoyable characteristics.  He is a student to watch - we will see his name in lights one day...guaranteed!  Congrats Ben - well done!”

April Sophomore Student of the Month

Zach Thomas

Zach is the son of Lisa Morris and Charles Thomas. In his free time he likes to play baseball and hang out with friends. His special interests are playing football, baseball, and basketball. His favorite thing about Elkhart High School is the baseball team. Zach lists another interesting fact about himself as “I like to play sports.” Is it any surprise that playing college baseball is in his plans for the future?

Teacher Comments

Mrs. Salazar – “Zach is a wonderful young man.  In Speech, Zach was always willing to put forth an honest effort and show his dedication and respect toward the subject and assignments.  His peers enjoyed his subtle humor and he added a distinct quality of fun to the class.  Congratulations Zach - well deserved!”

Mrs. Wilson – “Zach Thomas is a polite, soft-spoken, diligent young man.  I truly enjoy knowing him and watching him learn.”

May Sophomore Student of the Month

Leslie McCann

Leslie is the daughter of David and Lisa McCann. In her free time she likes to shop, tan, ride four wheelers, and hang out with family and friends. She is a very “laid back person” and enjoys going to church, being with Will, babysitting, riding horses, fishing, and going to rodeos. Leslie has contributed in her community by helping with the school blood drives. She is a member of the National Honor Society and received honors for All “A” Honor Roll. Leslie is also very proud to now have her driver’s license. Her favorite things about Elkhart ISD are the equal opportunities and all of her friends. In the future Leslie plans to become a dental hygienist and start a family.

Teacher Comments

Mrs. Absalom – “Leslie has a ready smile and is a very responsible student who cares about quality in her work.”

Mr. Mize – “Leslie always has a pleasant, can-do attitude (even this late in the year). She is a leader in any group she works with and is a great role model to other classmates. I predict success for her in future endeavors should she continue in this way.”

Mr. Mitchell – “Leslie McCann is a student who is very deserving of this award.  All year long, I kept thinking she's got to be the next one to receive student of the month honors.  She is extremely hard working, gets along great with her peers and makes my job that much easier.  She is, I believe, the only 10th grade student this year to be on the all A honor roll for each 6 weeks period.  This young lady has a very bright future in whatever she chooses to pursue.”

Mrs. Salazar – “Ben is one of the most original and entertaining students I have met.  He has a natural ability to draw others in to the fun he creates.  He has stepped out as a leader in our extra-curricular events and has served as an officer in several clubs.  Although he has proven a weakness in the sport of putt-putt golf, his abilities are evident in both school and UIL participation.  Fun follows Ben, and his originality and enthusiasm are fresh and enjoyable characteristics.  He is a student to watch - we will see his name in lights one day...guaranteed!  Congrats Ben - well done!”

April Freshman Student of the Month

Scott Lane

Scott is the son of Dean and Cristy Jacobs. In his free time he likes to ride his dirt bike and play Wii. Scott helps in our community by participating in many service projects as a Boy Scout. Scott is also a member of the Spanish Club and “Big Red” Band. He has received the Presidential Award and a $1,000 scholarship from Brookshire’s. His favorite thing about Elkhart High School is the great atmosphere. Zach’s future plans include attending Texas A & M where he plans to obtain his medical degree and become an awesome veterinarian.

Teacher Comments

Mrs. Nichols – “Scott Lane is a pleasure to have in class.  He is always eager to interject his thoughts into our class discussions and is full of interesting ideas.”

Mr. Canaday – “Scott is a hard worker, has a great attitude and is a very talented band student.  He has done a very good job this year leading our trumpet section.”

Mrs. Fitts – “Scott Lane is a bright student with a pleasant sense of humor.”

Mrs. Moon – “Scott Lane is a very nice young man in class.  He has a good sense of humor and is developing some wonderful study skills.  I have enjoyed getting to know Scott this year in class.  I look forward to having him again for more Spanish classes.”

Mr. Mitchell – “Scott Lane is a bright hardworking student with a very promising future.”

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May Freshman Student of the Month

Taylor Finley

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