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Aiden Sanxhaku - Senior of the Month November 2024

Aiden Sanxhaku – Senior of the Month November 2024

Big congratulations to Aiden Sanxhaku, Masterman senior and all-around superstar, for being named Senior of the Month by the School District of Philadelphia! Talk about impressive – Aiden’s not just acing the toughest classes at Masterman, he’s leading the charge in making science accessible to everyone. As founder of Physics & Engineering for All (PhEFA),…

Saleah Robinson - Senior of the Month November  2024

Saleah Robinson – Senior of the Month November 2024

Saleah Robinson, senior at Sayre High School, first seems quiet and maybe even shy, but she’s quick to smile a bright smile and clearly has a strong sense of who she is and where she is headed. Academically, she is a standout, maintaining top grades even during challenging periods. An avid fan of reading, she…

Angelica Yim - Senior of the Month October 2024

Angelica Yim – Senior of the Month October 2024

The School District of Philadelphia is thrilled to announce Angelica Yim as the Senior of the Month for October 2024. Angelica’s remarkable academic achievements, outstanding leadership, and commitment to her community make her a truly deserving recipient of this honor. Angelica’s journey at Frankford High School has been one of consistent excellence and growth. Maintaining…

Anthony Spady Senior of the Month smiling holding Playwright bill

Anthony Spady Jr. – Senior of the Month October 2024

Anthony Spady, senior at Strawberry Mansion High School, is a deep thinker. The kind of person who takes stock of each opportunity to grow and learn very much to heart. He believes in putting himself in situations and amongst people who help and teach him, and he can quote various role models and moments where…

Aleycha Peralta, Mastbaum senior

May Senior of the Month – Aleycha Peralta

Aleycha started high school during the pandemic and between that and a quieter disposition, took a little time to fully come out of her shell. Her older brother and sister both went to Mastbaum so the school was a natural choice. In her first few months of in-person school sophomore year, she continued to wear...
May Senior of the Month - Nia Devard

May Senior of the Month – Nia Devard

Huge congratulations to Nia Devard on being named Senior of the Month for May 2024! This well-deserved honor is a testament to Nia’s exceptional dedication, remarkable achievements, and the profoundly positive impact she has on her Sayre school community. Her brilliance shines through in all she undertakes, from academics to extracurricular activities, volunteering, and groundbreaking…

April Senior of the Month - Octavia Lauderdale

April Senior of the Month – Octavia Lauderdale

Graduating high school is an impressive milestone for all of our students, and one that many have to overcome significant hurdles to accomplish. Octavia shines brightly as an incredible example of a student who persevered, and did not let significant circumstances keep her from achieving her goal. To hear her story is to marvel at...
April Senior of the Month - Damar Wilson

April Senior of the Month – Damar Wilson

Damar Wilson, a senior at Hill-Freedman World Academy, has been named Senior of the Month for April. This honor recognizes Damar's exceptional leadership, dedication, and impact on the school community. Throughout his high school career, Damar has demonstrated remarkable maturity and initiative. As president of both the Black Student Union (BSU) and the Entrepreneurship Club...
March Senior of the Month -Jayliah Johnson

March Senior of the Month -Jayliah Johnson

Jayliah is one of five siblings (all girls! one is her twin – who loves to make sure everyone knows is older, Jayliah laughs). She loves spending time with her family and her beloved dog, Brooklyn. All of her siblings attend(ed) Philadelphia School District schools, but she’s the only one at Excel. She chose Excel…

March Senior of the Month -Adia Davis

March Senior of the Month -Adia Davis

Adia Davis, a senior at Abraham Lincoln High School, has been named Senior of the Month for March. This honor recognizes Adia’s exceptional leadership, dedication, and positive impact on her school community. As a member of the Student Government and the ALHS Student Ambassadors, Adia has demonstrated outstanding time management skills while excelling academically, working…