(Editor’s note: This is the third of a four-day listing of Bowling Green middle school students who were
honored.)
The Bowling Green Exchange Club again is recognizing area youth for the good things they’ve accomplished
this past year, in and out of the classroom.
The Exchange Club’s Positive Start program asks teachers to honor students who have done something
positive. Students must live in the Bowling Green School District and be in grades 7 or 8. The purpose
is to honor students who have achieved "to the best of their abilities" to improve the school
and community settings.
A luncheon will be held Tuesday at Stone Ridge Golf Club to honor all 59 students who represent Bowling
Green Middle School, St. Aloysius Catholic School and Bowling Green Christian Academy.
The following students, all from Bowling Green Middle School, are among those being honored:
Noah LaPolt, an eighth-grader, is a positive role model for his classmates on Team Phoenix. He
consistently made the honor roll and works hard to maintain good grades. He also enjoys playing soccer
and hopes to play at the high school.
Gabriella Matney, a seventh-grader, is a positive polite member of Team Apollo. She runs cross country
and is a member of the BG Soccer Club. Gabby volunteers with church activities in the community. She is
a hard worker who leads by example.
Rona Mejiritski, in eighth grade, is a very responsible and conscientious student. She participates in
class regularly and adds to discussions. Rona is also a member of the swim team. She is an excellent
role model for her peers.
Jessica Miller, also in eighth grade, is very creative and hard working. She is great at taking a project
and adding her own creative twist. She comes to school early and always has a positive attitude.
Reese Morales, a seventh-grader, has started off the year with great growth in his academic performance
as well as being a friend to students in all grades. He has continued to be consistent in these areas
throughout the year.
Cameron Nagel, an eighth-grader, is a pleasure to have in class. He participates in class, works hard and
contributes to his school by being a leader in athletics as well. Cam also volunteered and coached a
flag football team for the Junior Falcons this year.
Uzochi Nwauwa, a seventh-grader, is a fantastic honor roll student who is always positive. Her warm smile
and friendly attitude help make her a leader. She is on the basketball team. A hard worker who often
participates in volunteer programs to assist the less fortunate. She is also a trusted babysitter and
works with her family to cater food at various events.
Sean O’Donnell, in the seventh grade, is an active class participant who always goes out of his way to
wish people a friendly "good morning" or "have a nice day." He is active in the
Valentis Soccer Club and his church’s Impact group. Sean plays the piano and often volunteers to play at
events.
Maddy Palmer, in the seventh grade, has taken on leadership roles in student council as well as keeping
up her grades with excellence. She shows leadership and care in the basketball team through her
participation. Maddy is also a member of the quiz bowl team.
Hannah Paquette, another seventh-grader, is a polite, compassionate student who always does her best. A
4.0 student and a Team Apollo Student of the Month, she sets high standards and constantly strives to
achieve them. She is active in cross country, basketball, and track. She is active in her church youth
group and Bobcat travel basketball. She also volunteers with the Upward Basketball program by
refereeing, scorekeeping as well as with registration.
Jared Plata, in the seventh grade, is a very polite and cooperative student. He is kind to others and
gets along well with everyone. He is a member of the band and bowls in his spare time. He helps at home
by completing many household chores.
Abby Ray, also in the seventh grade, is positive, cheerful and polite to teachers and her peers. She
plays on the volleyball team. She often volunteers in the community at the hospital and Safety Town.
Abby was named an Outstanding Citizen by Team Apollo this year. She is a hard worker and strives to do
her best.
Eric Rine, a seventh-grader, is involved in multiple adaptive sports including wheelchair racing, sled
hockey, hand cycling, water skiing, golf, archery and swimming. He volunteers for Children’s Miracle
Network and has been named their Ambassador. He received the 2013 Sportsmanship Award for his hockey
team, Toledo Walleye Sled Hockey. As a Boy Scout he earned the rank of Star.
Kaiden Robinson, an eighth-grader, is a diligent student who shows concern over his academic success. He
participates in basketball, football and track. In each grade he has been recognized as a Student of the
Month.