SUMMERDALE — Baldwin EMC recently announced its Shining Star Students for the months of April and May. The April recipient was seventh-grade student Pedro Paiva Silva of Foley Middle School. …
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SUMMERDALE — Baldwin EMC recently announced its Shining Star Students for the months of April and May. The April recipient was seventh-grade student Pedro Paiva Silva of Foley Middle School. May's recipient was seventh-grader Joshua Miller of Bay Minette Middle School.
Both students were nominated for displaying the Touchstone Energy characteristics of integrity, innovation, accountability and commitment to community.
Silva was nominated by faculty member Annie Shoots.
Shoots nomination said, "Pedro is truly a shining star academically, socially and ethically! While maintaining an 'A' average in class, Pedro assists students within his learning pod and class with various collaborative activities. Well aware of the staffing shortages among COVID-19 and in-school learning, Pedro goes the extra mile by often staying behind class to sweep the floor and empty trash, as I sanitize my desks. Every day as he exits the room, he asks me, 'May I help you?' I am so humble at his willingness to assist. He is truly a blessing and so worthy of your Shining Star award!"
Faculty member Renee Richardson nominated Miller.
In Richardson's nomination, she said, "I am nominating Josh for this award because he embodies what it means to be a great student and individual. He doesn't mind helping others when needed, including his teachers. His classmates often brag on him and his ability to help others and to make them smile while doing so. Despite the positive attention from his peers, he is one of the most humble students that I have ever taught. Josh deserves this award because the light he has over his life shines bright each and every day with everyone he comes in contact with. Plus, he has awesome memes that he sends to his teachers at least once a week."
Both awardees received a certificate and a $50 Visa gift card.
For more information on the Shining Star Student program, go to www.baldwinemc.com.