It may be cold outside, but these high school students continue to bring the heat both in and out of the classroom.
Below you will find the nominations for The Providence Journal’s Student of the Week initiative and it’s time for you to pick the best of the best.
Voting is open until noon on Thursday, Jan. 30.
High schools across the state have been asked to submit nominations and a new round of nominees and voting will be made available every Monday and close the following Thursday.
Participating Rhode Island high school principals, teachers and guidance counselors nominated students they say have shown outstanding academic and school achievement and community service.
We will announce a winner on providencejournal.com on Friday and in print in the Providence Sunday Journal.
Take a look at this week’s nominees and cast your ballot below.
Dorian Gray, Achievement Providence High School
Dorian is a standout freshman here at PHS, both in the classroom and in extracurricular efforts. He is consistently attentive in drama class, thoughtfully analyzes texts, and offers complex perspectives to discussions. His deep engagement with material is matched by his enthusiasm and creativity. He constantly pushes himself to add nuance to his characters and is always curious to learn new vocal and physical acting techniques. Dorian’s academic excellence extends beyond the classroom into his work with the PHS Drama Club. Recently, he earned 2nd Place in the first round of the English Speaking Union National Shakespeare Competition and will compete at the state level next month. His performance of Macbeth’s “Is this a dagger which I see before me” monologue demonstrated his skill as an actor and his dedicated work ethic. Dorian is curious, creative, and ready to approach his work with intellect and spirit! This also shows up in his grades, as Dorian is a straight-A student heading into the back end of his freshman year. Dorian is the type of student that teachers look forward to having in class.
Aidan Kearns, William M. Davies Jr. Career & Technical High School
Aidan Kearns, a member of the Class of 2026 at William M. Davies Jr. Career & Technical High School, is an outstanding student and athlete who consistently demonstrates positivity, mental toughness, and leadership. Aidan was chosen as the Davies Basketball team captain for his strong leadership both on and off the court. He brings that same energy to the classroom, where he actively participates in discussions and consistently works toward his academic goals. Aidan is a respectful and polite individual who has a positive influence on his peers. With impressive grades, a strong work ethic, and a passion for learning, Aidan excels in high-level math and science courses and is thriving in the Electrical and Renewable Energy CTE program at Davies. Aidan’s dedication, leadership, and commitment to both his academic and athletic pursuits make him an exceptional individual and role model.
Levi Knowlton, South Kingstown High School
The South Kingstown High School math department is proud to nominate Levi Knowlton for ProJo Student of the Week. A senior with a remarkable academic track record, Levi excels in both mathematics and computer science, currently demonstrating outstanding achievement in AP Calculus AB. His academic performance is a testament to his dedication and passion for his studies.
Levi’s commitment to academic excellence extends beyond his own studies. Last year, Levi offered after-school peer tutoring several times a week, providing support to students in need of assistance with their math courses. Levi’s ability to remain calm, cool, and collected under pressure makes him not only a great student but also an excellent collaborator and peer.
Outside of class, Levi is a key member of the Math Team, which competes quarterly against other schools. His intellectual curiosity, thoughtfulness, and problem-solving skills, as well as his passion for geometry, make him a standout contributor to the team’s success. Additionally, Levi is the concertmaster for the school’s orchestra. He excels in all aspects of life at SKHS!
Levi is an exceptional representation of both our department and our school. We are proud to recognize him as a great student leader at SKHS!
This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: Providence Journal Student of the Week: SK, Davies, Providence HS nominations
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