Student of the Month Story

Student of the Month at Bowie High school- March Edition

For the month of March, Bowie High school selected their newest Student of the Month. This month's winner was Connor Reilly, a freshman who dedicates her time to bettering the community. Connor was selected for the award by her peers in a counted student vote.

Reilly was selected because she is the student who her peers felt showed the most dedication and involvement in Bowie activities. She has spent many hours joining activities such as French Club and Tree Club. Her involvement at Bowie and the amount of community service she has put in allows her to be a good role model for her fellow peers.

Freshman Connor Reilly was selected by her peers as being the new Student of the Month. "Connor is one of the most kind and respectful people I know, she deserves this award," former Student of the Month Angel Estrada said. Reilly agrees that to be Student of the Month you have to posses good characteristics. "Being Student of the Month means being a good role model, making good grades, being respectful and involved," winner Connor Reilly said. One of the reasons why she was selected was because of the amount of community service she has put in. "We love having someone as helpful as Connor be apart of our team every weekend," wildflower center manager Lisa Cole said. Reilly enjoys volunteering at The Wildflower Center, as well as the Students Teaching Students Tutoring Center.

Winning Student of the Month came as a big shock to Reilly. "I was caught off guard... I wasn't aiming to win the award so it came as a surprise," Reilly said. Reilly believes winning unknowingly is a better way to win then trying to run for the award. "Don't try to push people to vote for you, instead be kind and proactive," winner Connor Reilly said. Reilly's parents were extremely proud of her for being selected. "We've tried our hardest to push the importance of being kind onto her, and she has definitely taken our advice and done great things with it," parents Don and Christine Reilly said. Connor doesn't believe she'll win again, but wants to continue doing what she believes will help the community. "All that I've ever wanted to do is create a positive difference within my community. I'll try to do my best in school, and hopefully inspire others to work hard even after the month is over," March Student of the Month Connor Reilly said.