Congratulations! Sarah was nominated by Mr. Sever who said, "Not only is Sarah a hard worker and not afraid of difficult courses, she cares about her fellow students. Recently, she gave up her lunch to help another student with Calculus work, this was a very kind, selfless act." 

Sarah received her certificate from Mr. Bradford in Ms. Ransom's class.

Congratulations! Ethan was nominated by Ms. Battersby who said, "This time of year, most teachers see a drop in not only attendance but participation and work ethic. Ethan, however, has maintained his enthusiasm for art. He is my seventh period V.A. Comp. class. Seventh period is one my more challenging class periods. My students are often exhausted and mentally tapped out from a long day of academia. Ethan shows up ready to get to work, often asking questions about the project before class even starts. He cares about the quality of his work and applies the feedback I give him by making changes and improvements to his art."

Ethan received his certificate from Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Alexia was nominated by Mr. Holman who said, "Alexia goes above and beyond in the Globalization Academy. She is a leader among her peers. She always takes pride in everything she does, from note-taking to essays to artistic projects. She's enthusiastic and a joy to teach." 

Alexia received her certificate from Mr. Bradford in Mr. Holman's class.

Congratulations! Wade was nominated by Mr. Smith who said, "Wade is the kind of student that you hope ends up on your class roster. Genuinely kind, pleasant, respectful, and intellectually curious. He always has a smile on his face, always has a kind word of greeting when he passes by or enters a room. Just a decent and grounded human. On a 1-5 scale of great experiences, he would be a 5."

Wade received his certificate from Mr. Fisher. 

Congratulations! Brody was nominated by Coach Lang who said, "Brody always participates in class discussion and is actively engaged. He has really locked in lately, and his scores are reflecting it!"

Brody received his certificate in Mr. Holman and Coach Lang's class from Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Ansley was nominated by Sra. Munar who said, "she is a dedicated and enthusiastic learner who consistently demonstrates responsibility and a love for knowledge. With the best disposition and the sweetest personality, she brings positivity to every situation and supports her classmates with kindness. Her presence makes our classroom a better place every day." 

Ansley received her certificate in Sra. Munar's class from Dr. Danielson.

Congratulations! Ichiro was nominated by Mrs. Hamill who said, "Ichiro is smart and diligent. He seeks out tasks to make Pope High School better and leads a group of peers in community projects. Ichiro thrives in the classroom, excelling in his studies. He is engaging and inspiring placing value on school spirit and comradery. Ichiro is the definition of school-led leadership and a true role model for his peers. Thank you, Ichiro, for all you do to make Pope High School the best place to be."

Ichiro received his certificate from Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Morgan was nominated by Ms. Robinson who said, "Morgan goes the extra mile with all of her work! She is early to class 1st period and writes the date in German on the board and poster each day. She taught herself the days of the week and months to do this. Morgan volunteers to post work in the hallway. She is always prepared and participates and loves to help other students succeed in class. She is enthusiastic about German and active in FLOP.

Morgan received her certificate from Mr. Bradford in Ms. Robinson's class.

Congratulations! Ellis was nominated by Ms. Bates who said, "Ellis has shown exceptional character with other students. He is kind and goes out of his way to include others. Ellis includes another student in musical practice and goes out of his way to make sure this student feels a part of the show. Ellis will go out of his way to acknowledge the student in the hall and at other non-musical times. This acceptance means the world to our students. Ellis defines what inclusion is all about."

Ellis received his certificate from Ms. Trammell, our Support Services Administrator, in special recognition of his award as Pope celebrates Exceptional Children's Week. 

Congratulations! Jason was nominated by Mrs. Dillard and Ms. Cason who said, "Jason recently joined our school from China, and from day one, he has stood out as one of our hardest-working students. He demonstrates an exceptional commitment to learning by asking thoughtful questions, taking diligent notes, and putting in the time to master the material. Even when language barriers create challenges, he remains patient and determined. His kindness and respect for others shine through, as he always takes the time to thank his teachers at the end of class. Jason's work ethic, perseverance, and polite demeanor make him a truly deserving candidate for Student of the Week.

Jason received his certificate in Ms. Cason and Mrs. Dillard's class from Dr. Danielson.

Congratulations! Daniel was nominated by Mr. Smith who said he, "is a very well-rounded young man. He gets through his academically challenging classes with apparent ease. He is also very willing to help his peers with concepts with which they are struggling. He is polite and open to everyone around him, often a source of humor and light-hearted fun. Long story short, Daniel is a genuinely kind person, and a true asset to the Pope community."

Daniel received his certificate from Dr. Danielson in Mr. Smith's class.

Congratulations! Harrison was nominated by Ms. Watson and Mr. Krause and both praised his consistent engagement and contributions to class discussions. Ms. Watson described him as "the Mayor of Pope" and Mr. Krause added, "Harry is all-in, all the time, and we feel lucky to have him in our class." 

Harry received his certificate from Mr. Fisher and Ms. Watson.

Congratulations! Ariel was nominated by Dr. Kokan who said, "Ariel Sadan is an amazing student. He goes above and beyond every day. For example, he has spent multiple hours outside of class working on his genius hour project, which is building and coding a robot with AI. In addition to being a great student, Ariel is extremely witty. His smart sense of humor keeps us laughing every day. Smart, funny, and kind, Ariel is one of Pope's finest!"

Ariel received his certificate from Mr. Bradford in Dr. Kokan's class.

Congratulations! Andrew was nominated by Nurse Haley who said, "I nominate Andrew Clark because of his exceptional dedication to helping create the best first responder team Pope could ask for. He has put forth hard work and compassion in helping me set up a group email chat and is always eager to help anyway he can. He has achieved his certification in Basic Life Support and CPR. His contributions to our school and community have made him a role model for his peers. Andrew is a perfect example of a dedicated, hardworking student who wants to make Pope a safe school"

Andrew received his certificate from Dr. Danielson with Nurse Haley.

Congratulations! Anna was nominated by Mrs. Williams who said, "this year is Anna's first year at Pope High School as a senior. Although sometimes shy, she has taken this year by storm. She hadn't read the summer reading but got right to work reading it while also reading what we were doing as a class. She was the first to try a public speaking exercise in our class. An excellent student, Anna inspires me each day." 

Anna received her certificate from Dr. Danielson in Mrs. Williams's class.

Congratulations! Nikki was nominated by Mrs. Beckerman who said, "in all my years of teaching, I have never had a student appear to be so engaged. She nods her head at all the right times and participates even though I know she is so shy. AND this is 7th period. Nikki makes teaching fun, and when she is absent I miss her."

Nikki received her certificate from Mr. Bradford in Mrs. Beckerman and Mrs. Lindgren's class. 

Congratulations! Emme was nominated by Mrs. Giardina who said, "chemistry is not an easy subject for many students. Emme works really hard to keep her grades up. She always completes her assignments on time and asks pertinent questions or clarification when needed. Her hard work does not go unnoticed." 

Emme received her certificate from Mr. Bradford in Mrs. Giardina's class.

Congratulations! Tanya was nominated by Mrs. Wallace who said, "Tanya has taken the DECA team from being non-existent and non-functional to competing in regionals. She has formed and delegated tasks to her board, communicated well with club members, and prepared 7 individuals to compete at regionals (and all scored at or above the state average for the testing portion!). She has been running this club more so as a co-advisor/sponsor to me rather than just a club president. I am very proud of her and extremely impressed!"

Tanya received her certificate from Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Ryan was nominated by both Mrs. Baringer and Mrs. Lang. Mrs. Baringer appreciated how "Ryan stayed after school on a Wednesday and helped me rearrange by classroom, move desks into the hallway, and check a website to make sure it worked for students." Mrs. Lang said, "Ryan gives 110% EVERY day! He always asks how he can improve, he prepares for tests / quizzes, is kind to his classmates, and is simply the model Greyhound!"

Ryan received his certificate in Mrs. Baringer's class from Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Lilla was nominated by Sra. Munar who said, "she has been my student for two years, and I am continually amazed by her strong personality. She is an exceptional student, but what always surprises me are her insightful opinions, her presence, and her confidence. I can sincerely say that I admire her, and I can't wait to see what she will accomplish after she graduates."

Lilla received her certificate in Sra. Munar's class from Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Riley was nominated by Mr. Sever who said she is "not just a smart young lady. Most of her observed actions during the day are to make her a better student and person and to help those around her. A senior at Pope described Riley as 'one of the most genuine and giving people she has ever met.' She is a great role model for other young ladies." 

Riley received her certificate from Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Henry was nominated by Ms. Welch who said, "Henry is one of the most kind-hearted people I have ever met. His spirit just makes me happy. From dancing to the music at our home football games to bringing candy for everyone on Halloween, he always has a smile and a kind word." 

Henry received his certificate in Ms. Welch's class from Dr. Danielson.

Congratulations! Evelyn was nominated by Mrs. Lindgren who said, "Evelyn is truly dedicated to her education. She arrives at school each day with a smile and maintains a positive attitude, even when tackling challenging tasks or subjects. Evelyn genuinely cares about understanding the material, not just about earning good grades. Her cheerful presence brightens my day, and I know all of her teachers feel the same way!"

Evelyn received her certificate in Mrs. Lindgren's class from Dr. Danielson.

Congratulations! Brianna was nominated by Ms. Ransom who said, "Bri has such a positive attitude and her enthusiasm is contagious. She is friendly, compassioante, and respectful of her peers. Her can-do attitude and constant smile make her a joy to have in class!" 

Bri received her certificate from Mr. Bradford in Ms. Ransom's class.

Congratulations! Addie was nominated by Mr. Smith who said, "Addie is just a gem, this is my second time teaching her and I am so glad to have her back in my room. She is a vibrant, engaging, vivacious young woman with a very bright future ahead. She is one of my highest performing students in both Honors and AP Chemistry. Addie is also very caring and compassionate with her fellow students, and very respectful with staff. She always has a smile on her face when I see her, and she always takes the time to say hello in the hallway. I don't think I have ever heard her say a negative thing, just a remarkable person. I can't wait to see what life has in store for her, she will definitely go places and leave a mark on this world. 

Addie received her certificate from Dr. Danielson in Mr. Smith's class.

Congratulations! Michael was nominated by both Mrs. Mikula and Mrs. Cason. Mrs. Mikula said, "Michael is productive and working hard all of the time. He is very kind and does not hesitate to help his peers. I have only known Michael a short time, but he stands out to me daily as an exceptional student and person!" Mrs. Cason added, "not only is Michael a fantastic student, but he goes out of his way on a daily basis to help anyone in need. He explains math concepts, guides students to find their mistakes, and is just a very supportive peer. Michael's kind heart and care and concern for others is not something you see often and he absolutely deserves to be student of the week!"

Michael received his certificate from Mr. Bradford in Mrs. Cason's class with Mrs. Dillard.

Congratulations! Samantha was nominated by Mrs. Strydom who said, "Samantha exemplifies a true Pope Greyhound. Her exceptional qualities of empathy, kindness, & compassion enables her genuinely care for others. In school, Samantha consistently demonstrates her abilities to understand and connect with her classmates' emotions. She makes them feel valued and supported. She is always willing to lend a helping hand, especially when her classmates face difficult challenges. Samantha is an unsung hero of Pope High School and truly deserves the recognition of Pope High School's Student of the Week."

Samantha received her certificate from Mr. Bradford in Mrs. Strydom's class.

Congratulations! Rylee was nominated by Ms. Welch who said, "Rylee has been placed in my class as part of the mentorship program to help me with tasks. She wanted to be in my class so that she could be a close part of SkillsUSA. She has gone above and beyond in this role! She has planned out a timeline for her contest as well as chapter meetings, which she will be co-leading. I'm so impressed with her enthusiasm and I'm so glad she has found a place where she can thrive!"

Rylee received her certificate from Mr. Moran.

Congratulations! Emily was nominated by Ms. Phoenix who said, "Emily has shown immense enthusiasm in Dramatic Writing this week! She is what we call a Capital W writer (a student in the class who really wants to be a writer). She is engaged and has told me how much she is looking forward to improving her craft in here. I can't wait to see what she does!"

Emily received her certificate from Mr. Fisher.

Congratulations! Colton was nominated by Mrs. Wallace who said he "has been a model physics student from day one. He has not only participated in class consistently, he has asked questions in and out of class, come for extra help when he needed it, checked his answers after he has done the work, completed all work (optional or not), and works well in groups. All this in the first week! I could not ask for more from a student!

Colt received his certificate in Mrs. Wallace's class from Mr. Fisher.

Congratulations! Nathan was nominated by Mrs. Ellis who said, "Nathan is such a bright light in the middle of the day for our 4th period. He always comes in ready to participate and he makes everyone feel welcome. I appreciate his comedic relief during odd moments and I know that he is going to be a hard worker in class this year!"

Nathan received his certificate in Mrs. Ellis's class from Dr. Danielson.

Congratulations! Isabella was nominated by Mrs. White who said, "Isabella continually looks for ways to help those around her. She is kind, respectful, and works well with her groupmates. Isabella is already showing great amounts of school spirit. She is a great addition to the Greyhound Family!"

Isabella received her certificate from Dr. Danielson:

Congratulations! Austin was nominated by Mrs. Hebert who said, "Austin is a quiet by polite and determined young man who works hard in and out of the classroom. He is respectful, very responsible, and dependable. Students like him make teaching easy!"

Austin received her certificate from Dr. Danielson in Mrs. Hebert's class.

Congratulations! Kailey was nominated by Coach Hall who said, "the class is different when she is not there. We are all the drink, and Kailey is the straw. She's smart, she's insightful, and she's a gifted writer. While maintaining that same poise that she had in the batter's box for Pope Softball, she is also simultaneously kind, empathetic, polite, and gets along well with teacher and classmates. My only regret in nominating Kailey is that I waited so long to fill this out for her... Kailey is going to continue her softball playing career at Jacksonville State University, where I know she will again meet with nothing but success. She can't help but do otherwise. She has made me extremely proud this year, and I know she is off to do great things in this world.

Kailey received her certificate from Mr. Bradford in Coach Hall's class.

Congratulations! Tommy was nominated by Mrs. Thomas who said, "Tommy is a very kind and considerate individual. During labs he is always looking to see how he can help is peers. If he sees a student struggling he is attentive to their needs. After class he often stays without me asking and helps putting away materials and lab equipment. He inquires about my day and seems to genuinely care. 

Tommy received his certificate in Mrs. Thomas's class (on a lab day) from Mr. Moran. 

Congratulations! Gargi was nominated by Ms. Ransom who said, "Gargi has an amazingly positive attitude! Her friends and classmates can always count on her, and she is dedicated to her studies. Gargi doesn't get frustrated and is eager to work through whatever task is at hand. She is such a pleasure to have in class!"

Gargi received her certificate from Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Miguel was nominated by Mrs. Wallace who said, "after not doing so well in the fall semester Miguel has made a complete turnaround in the last two months of this semester of chemistry. He is consistently improving, completing his HW, and has even gained enough knowledge and confidence to help his classmates try and understand the material. It is a breath of fresh air to see this and it makes me very happy to see him working to his potential."

Miguel received his certificate in Mrs. Wallace's class from Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Matthew was nominated by Mr. Nixon who said that Matthew, "consistently does his best regardless of task and maintains a good attitude. He has commitments and achievements outside school that show that his connections with his world extend beyond Pope."

Matthew received his certificate from Mr. Bradford in class with Mr. Nixon.

Congratulations! McKenna was nominated by Mrs. Ellis who said, "McKenna is one of the hardest workers I know. If she is ever absent, she comes in the morning that she gets back to ask what she's missed. She is very patient with our class and is always willing to put in the work. On our most recent vocabulary assignment I forgot to copy the back page. McKenna was the only student to still complete what I usually ask them to do on the back anyway. So, everyone else only did what was printed but McKenna took initiative to do the rest of the work that wasn't there but should've been." 

McKenna received her certificate from Dr. Danielson in Mrs. Ellis's class.

Congratulations! Ella was nominated by Ms. Malafronte who said, "Ella is always working diligently and with a positive attitude. She is helpful during group tasks, kind with all people in class, and proactive in ensuring her assignments are up to date." 

Ella received her certificate in Ms. Malafronte's class from Dr. Danielson.

Congratulations! Brady was nominated by Ms. Watson who said, "Brady shares his joy and excitement about ANYTHING I ask of him. His joy is contagious! He makes a room shine. He may be a VERY LARGE KID - but his childlike ways bring joy and a lightheartedness to my room that reminds us all that PLAY is the key to learning."

Brady received his certificate from Mr. Moran.

Congratulations! Alexis was nominated by Mrs. Jones who said, "Alexis gives 100% in every project she takes on and she has no fear of jumping into hard work. I am inspired by her enthusiasm and dedication." 

Alexis received her certificate from Mr. Bradford. You can see Alexis this week and next on stage in Freaky Friday!

Congratulations! Saanya was nominated by Mrs. Beckerman who said, "Saanya is a quiet force of nature. She has the best attitude in the 9th grade and works so hard.  She is learning to advocate for herself, and I love watching her self-confidence grow."

Saanya received her certificate from Dr. Danielson in Mrs. Lindgren and Mrs. Beckerman's class.

Congratulations! Fletcher was nominated by Ms. Viland and Mrs. Dillard who said, "Fletcher is a very hard worker in the classroom and on the athletic field / arena. He is always on task and asking questions if he needs clarification. He is personable and respectful to teachers and peers. Outside of the classroom, Fletcher is very involved in wrestling where he excels due to his work ethic. He never makes excuses and finds ways to persevere through problems rather than just giving up. Fletcher perseveres through any challenge that comes his way and we are fortunate to have the honor of teaching such an amazing student! 

Fletcher received his certificate from Mr. Bradford in Ms. Viland's class. 

Congratulations! Chloe was nominated by Ms. Welch who said, "Chloe has shown exceptional leadership in my classroom this year. She's always willing to go the extra mile. She has worked really hard getting us ready to open the spirit store!"

Chloe received her certificate from Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Hoyt was nominated by Mrs. Giardina who said, "Hoyt is one of the hardest working students I have. He is very conscientious of his studies, always striving to do his best. Hoyt gets along with his peers and is a leader during labs. He is a model student and truly a pleasure to teach."

Hoyt received his certificate in Mrs. G's room from Mr. Moran.

Congratulations! Abigail was nominated by Coach Savvy who said, "Abigail is 100% reliable! She always has a smile on her face and a great attitude to go with it. She is excellent at producing quality videos for anything that she is assigned. She also produces additional videos just for fun. She is a pleasure to have in class every day."

Abigail received her certificate from Dr. Danielson.

Congratulations! Grace was nominated by Mrs. Williams who said, "Grace has a love for learning and improving that I have seen in very few students. Of course, Grace strives for good grades, but she concerns herself most with learning, improving, and leading. She has been a great leader in the classroom. Best of all, you cannot be in a bad mood around Grace. You just smile when you see her. She makes the entire class feel welcome and heard. Just an awesome young lady. I'm so thankful to teach her."

Grace received her certificate from Dr. Danielson in Mrs. Williams's class.

Congratulations! Michael was nominated by Ms. Watson who said, "Michael is my trusty 'Jack Russell' leading the way into the forest of knowledge. He finds all of my mistakes (and I keep him busy). He solves many of my quandaries that deal with logic."

Michael received his certificate from Mr. Bradford in Ms. Watson's class.

Congratulations! Abby was nominated by Mrs. Wojtczak who said, "Abby has worked hard all year both in the classroom and on the softball field. She is super responsible in keeping up with her schoolwork on her own and is a joy to teach."

Abby received her certificate from Mr. Bradford in Mrs. Wojtczak's class.

Congratulations! Trey was nominated by Dr. Kokan who said, "Trey enters my room with a smile every day. He always brightens the mood in my class." 

Trey received his certificate from Principal Bradford in Dr. Kokan's class.

Congratulations! Elle was nominated by Coach Bailey who said, "Elle is a significant example of an elite student. She responds well to setbacks and doesn't prevent her from losing focus on the next objective. Her approach to AP World is consistent, and she produces excellent written responses. She sets the bar high for herself and her work ethic influences those who know her!"

Elle received her certificate from Mr. Bradford in Coach Bailey's class.

Congratulations! Nadia was nominated by Mrs. Woodson who said, "Nadia has made the transition to Pope High School from South Africa with a positive attitude and tremendous grace. She is open to new ideas and new experiences. She greets her classmates and teachers every day and genuinely cares for how they are doing. She enjoys learning new things and embraces the opportunity to learn a new culture and new traditions. She is a dedicated and hard working student that makes the classroom a brighter and more joyful place to be everyday."

Nadia was presented her certificate in Mrs. Woodson's class.

Congratulations! Leo was nominated by Mrs. Strydom who said, "Leo always helps his collaborative team achieve success on assignments. More importantly, Leo helps me straighten up my room and collect class sets of readings every day while everyone else races out the door at the end of the school day. Leo is a perfect example of a student committed to the right action. He shows leadership skills that Pope HS prizes." 

Leo was presented his certificate by Dr. Danielson.

Congratulations! Jordan was nominated by Ms. Fraker who said, "Jordan is a hardworking student who tries his best in US History. He is kind-hearted, has a great personality, and a contagious laugh."

Jordan was presented his certificate by Mr. Fisher in class with Ms. Fraker.

Congratulations! Andrew was nominated by Dra. Ognibene who said, "Andrew is a kind young man who respects his classmates and all adults. He works hard in and out of class, and he applies himself to every single task. He always thanks me at the end of class, too. During class, he speaks Spanish, even when he is not required to do so. He pushes me to be a better teacher because he has such a thirst for wisdom. He personifies everything that is great about Pope High School." 

Andrew was presented his certificate by Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Westley was nominated by Mrs. Bowen and Mr. Williams who said, "Westley goes out of their way to help my class." They also praised Westley for being kind, compassionate, and making a difference in their classroom. 

Westley was presented his certificate by Dr. Danielson.

Congratulations! Shivani was nominated by Mrs. Hamill who said, "Shivani is a kind soul. She speaks to every person in the front office and asks them how they are doing. She also cleans our offices and decorates them with her colored pictures. Shivani works hard in the Greyhound Grounds cafe getting hot coffee and treats ready for our students."

Shivani was presented her certificate by Dr. Danielson.

Congratulations! Daphne was nominated by Ms. Malafronte who said she, "consistently works diligently both in and out of class, even when not required. She is a great problem solver and shares her knowledge with classmates during group assignments without hesitation." 

Daphne was presented her certificate by Mr. Bradford in Ms. Malafronte's class.

Congratulations! Lily was nominated by Mrs. Welch who said, "this young lady is a true leader! She always tries to find the good in everything and is such a gentle soul. She gives off the best energy and I love having her in class."

Lily was presented her certificate by Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Diego was nominated by Ms. Watson, Mrs. Mikula, and Mrs. Hudson who all had outstanding things to say about him. Mrs. Mikula described him as being, "so respectful, hard-working, and a constant positive light in our class." Mrs. Hudson said that Diego, "puts forth 100% effort and is willing to help others at any time. He genuinely cares about his fellow classmates and his teachers." Ms. Watson said, "he leans in when we discuss important topics. He always comes up to use to thank us at the end of every class." 

Diego was presented his certificate by Mr. Bradford in Mrs. Mikula's class.

Congratulations! Leo was nominated by Mrs. White who said, "Leo has been kind, well-mannered, and helpful to both me and his classmates from the moment he walked into the classroom. He is continually looking for ways to help others and better himself. Because my flat panel wasn't working properly, I am working problems around the classroom on whiteboards. When I had trouble seeing the problems from across the room, he decided to read the problems to me which made everything easier and faster for the class as a whole. Leo is a fine gentleman. We look forward to a great year with him in class!"

Leo was presented his certificate by Mrs. White and Dr. Danielson.

Congratulations! Jackson was nominated by by Mrs. Wallace who said, "in the first week, he showed he was responsible and respectful - not only in choices for himself for this class - but towards me and my opinions on things, his parents, and others in class. He has shown a great enthusiasm too." Way to go, Jackson!

Congratulations! Ein was nominated by Mr. LaFleur who said, "Ein was super helpful in setting up and attending the Math Team club display for Greyhound Madness, and she always brings a great energy to the club! She spent a few hours pitching the club to prospective members, and is passionate about getting more students involved in STEM extracurriculars."

Ein was presented her certificate by Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Mark was nominated by Mrs. Strydom who said, "for years, I have watched Mark dedicate his time to take pictures of our Greyhound student body. He would stay late at night to take amazing pictures of our student athletes and artists. I have always appreciated his dedication, but never truly realized how selfless Mark is. He took time out of his day to help my sophomores troubleshoot the Wi-Fi access for their personal devices so they could upload their assignments. Without Mark, my class would have fallen into a state of chaos. I can never truly thank him enough for helping a me, a teacher, in a time of need. I will never forget his kind act. Mark truly exemplifies the characteristics we value at Pope High School. Mark... thank you!"

Mark was presented his certificate by Mr. Bradford.

Congratulations! Layton was nominated by Mrs. Lindgren and Mrs. Beckerman who said, "Layton embraced the Pope community immediately. He participated in his first spirit day with excitement and despite being in a class with very quiet peers, he was brave enough to contribute to class discussion and continued to contribute positively throughout the week." 

Layton was presented his certificate by Mr. Bradford in Mrs. Lindgren and Mrs. Beckerman's room.