Greer’s Flooring America and the Courier & Press are shining a light on the accomplishments and good deeds of local high school students.
We’ve asked officials from high schools in Evansville and the surrounding area to send nominations of a local student each week. If you want to vote for one of the students, go online to courierpress.com or visit the Courier & Press app. The Student of the Week poll will run from 5 a.m. Central on Monday through 9 a.m. Central on Thursday.
School officials can nominate students by emailing us each week at [email protected]. Nominations will be accepted each week from Monday through Thursday.
This week’s Greer’s Flooring America Student of the Week nominees
Here are this week’s nominees. All nominations are written by school staff members.
Ava Valier, Mount Vernon High School
Ava Valier, one of the top 10 juniors in Mount Vernon, is a kind, compassionate, and caring student toward both her peers and the staff. She is studious, showing genuine interest in her studies, including statistics, and is a strong leader. Ava has also earned awards through BPA and is a member of National Honor Society and the track team. As a student in Mount Vernon as well as SICTC for Graphic Communications/Digital Media, Ava is a pleasure to have in class with a mature perspective and willingness to help others in need.
Aiden Loveless, Gibson Southern High School
Aiden Loveless is a senior at Gibson Southern. He is involved with cross country, swim, track, and band where he has participated in these activities all four years of high school. Aiden has been selected for All District Honor Band for three years. Aiden has maintained his academics throughout high school. He is an excellent student and is proud to be a Titan!
Madeline Degenhart, North High School
North High School Summa Cum Laude senior while taking multiple Advanced Placement and Dual Credit classes throughout high school. Madeline is a member of the Speech team, and will be attending the University of Missouri this fall where she will be studying Broadcast Journalism. She is a member of the Huskette dance team and went to Nationals, received 3rd place at State in Broadcasting with the Speech team, and placed 1st in TV News Anchor for the Indiana Association of School Broadcasters. Madeline is also a member of the National Honor Society.
Ta’more “Tia” Perry, Central High School
Tia is a great example of being a Central Bear. She is a leader in and out of the classroom. Tia is the founding member of the Central Steppas team. She worked with teachers and students to establish this team, and encouraged new members to take a chance and “step-up.” She is a mentor to underclassmen and her peers by helping them to learn and expand their horizons. Her exuberant energy and smile is contagious. Tia is an independent person but always willing to assist others. She currently works part-time and is graduating in 2024 with plans to work in the medical field.
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