The North Jersey Student of the Week poll is back and it's time to vote!
Each week during the school year, we are soliciting nominations from staff and faculty of high schools across North Jersey of students who are doing something special in their schools and their communities.
Like our long-running athlete of the week feature that honors athletic achievement, the student of the week award seeks to highlight academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, volunteerism and other pursuits that are part of the lives of so many of our young scholars.
The poll will typically launch Monday morning and close at 5 p.m. Thursday. Around noon on Friday, we will announce the top two vote-getters as students of the week with a story.
Nominees and poll are below photo gallery
If you are a high school administrator/teacher and would like to find out more about the program, now in its sophomore year, please email [email protected]. Again, only school officials can nominate students.
The poll is at the bottom of this story. Before you vote (and everyone is welcome to vote!), please make sure to scroll down and read what the nominators had to say about these students. The list is randomized and the nominations have been edited for clarity.
Aiyhm, as a captain of the boys soccer team, demonstrates exceptional leadership on and off the field. His commitment to excellence is evident in every game, where he inspires his teammates with skill, and sportsmanship. In addition, Aiyhm plays a pivotal role in the school's JROTC program where he exhibits remarkable discipline, responsibility and a strong sense of duty all while maintaining honor roll status. His contributions to our school community are invaluable and we believe they deserve to be recognized.
An exemplary student-athlete who also gives back to the community in a variety of ways working with special needs children and earning her Gold Award with the Girl Scouts. Ashleigh has maintained a 3.9 GPA throughout high school, placing her on our High Honor Roll.
A distinguished member of our Sports Medicine Academy, Gianna has gained enormous experiences working alongside staff at Morristown Hospital and the Orthopedic Institute of New Jersey. On top of her academic success, Gianna is our student council president, member of Roxbury Interact Club, Varsity R club and Sports Medicine Club while competing on our varsity lacrosse and track teams.
Priya has spent the last two years transforming a passion for education into a thriving tutoring business. Knowledge Connect was created when friends recognized that there were communities across the city that lacked equal access to quality academic support. Their goal was to use their enthusiasm for learning to make a difference - creating academic resources for young scholars and helping them overcome barriers to success.
Veena has spent the last two years transforming a passion for education into a thriving tutoring business. Knowledge Connect was created when friends recognized that there were communities across the city that lacked equal access to quality academic support. The goal was to use their enthusiasm for learning to make a difference - creating academic resources for young scholars and helping them overcome barriers to success.
Aracely is a student leader, and this is reflected upon her involvement in a dual enrollment in Management at Steven Institute of Technology's Junior commission and a Youth Group Core leader in the National Honor Society. Aracely works with the local community assisting and creating publicity for the local food pantry and events occurring at the library. Her dedication to both the school and community she lives in is outstanding, as she also works closely mentoring others in order to also take on this role. Aracely takes on a rigorous academic schedule. She values the importance of her academics in order to shape her future.
Angel has grown throughout his time here at Lodi High School, maturing into a model student and symbol of what hard work, perseverance, and a true dedication to community looks like. Aside from his success in academics, he has also been a crucial part to the Rams football team in his final season, where he helped the team capture as many victories as possible. His stature around the school allowed him to become a student ambassador for our school goals, The Core Value Team, talking to fellow students and younger students in the district. He is a representation of the very best of Lodi High School.
Brielle is an excellent student and active member of the Viking community. She is involved in a myriad of clubs and activities including: Spanish Honor Society, Student Council, Drama Club, Culinary Club, Astronomy Club, and Biology Club. Additionally, Brielle volunteers her time, helping at the library, and organizing charity drives through the school. Brielle plans to attend a four-year university in the fall to pursue a career as pediatric oncology nurse.
Maria is a hardworking and dedicated young woman. She earns good grades at NAHS while pursuing a number of interests and hobbies outside of school. You can often find Maria working on fashion designs in her notebook or writing sketches. Maria is extremely creative and is in the process of designing her own clothing line.
Aurellia's commitment to academic excellence is reflected in her impressive 4.47 GPA and her rigorous course load of five AP classes her senior year. As an officer of the Global Citizen Outreach at the Asian Student Union she is encouraging students to join and celebrate Asian culture. Aurellia has a love for the violin and is affiliated with the Bergen Youth Orchestra. She is a driven and passionate individual. Even with her jam-packed schedule Aurellia still manages time to volunteer over 100 hours at Valley hospital.
Max has been a consistent presence on the Honor Roll from ninth to 12th grade, with numerous appearances on the High Honor Roll. His membership in the National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, and Math National Honor Society is a testament to his academic prowess. Max's achievements extend far beyond his grades. He is a natural problem solver who thrives on challenges and consistently seeks to make the most of every situation. His intellectual curiosity and genuine love for learning have been evident in everything he does. His volunteer work at the local Hebrew school and active participation in the United Synagogue Youth (USY) group demonstrate his dedication to making a positive impact.