Rams of the Month > Archive

FEBRUARY 2024

Axel Capetillo
The Fine Arts Department is delighted to honor Axel Capetillo as the Ram of the Month. Axel is extremely self-empowered. He works at his personal best at all times. This fall he achieved his goal of being selected for the ILMEA District IX Band, making him one of the strongest percussionists in the Chicagoland area. Axel regularly collaborates with various ensembles across the building, diversifying his musicianship and enhancing the experience of other musicians. Axel leads by example inside and outside of class and we are so proud to have him in our school community. –Ms. Cappelletti

Lauren Faron
Lauren is polite and respectful to staff and other students. She comes into class every day with a smile on her face and puts for her best effort. Lauren works hard across all of her classes and this past semester when met with a challenge she rose to the occasion and worked even harder. Lauren advocates for herself, seeks out additional supports and has utilized Ram Time. I am proud of Lauren for the effort and hard work she puts forward every day! –Ms. Latrofa

Natalie Nava
I nominate Natalie Nava from my Consumer Management class. Natalie is one of the most focused, motivated, and hard-working students I have ever had in class. Natalie is also extremely respectful and friendly. –Mr. Prochilo

Mohammed Waseem Razaq
Waseem is one of the most highly conscientious students I know. He helps others and demonstrates such a collaborative spirit in class. He goes above and beyond in his academics. He was self-motivated in creating impressive video presentations in Canva. He asks questions and constantly strives for feedback to make his work exceptional. His projects are highly creative and he goes beyond what is expected. He embraces diversity by demonstrating the utmost respect for others. This is the student that embodies all of the aspects of the Profile of a Graduate and does so at a high level. –Ms. Marin-Bunting

Jose Velasquez
Jose Velasquez is a model French student and a model Ram! He is always striving to do his best academically as he is always prepared his homework, asks thoughtful questions, and works willingly with others. He encourages his peers to stay on task and to strive for their very best. He goes above and beyond in French as he actively participates in French club and takes time to promote French outside of the classroom. For example, when I needed volunteers to represent French at our 8th grade parent/student activities fair Jose was the first to volunteer. At the event he unhesitatingly walked around the entire field house passing out flyers and speaking to future rams and their parents. Madame Schillerstrom and I are so appreciative to have such an enthusiastic and hardworking student as a part of our French program. –Ms. VanBaalen

JANUARY 2024

Arwa Akhoon
We want to nominate Arwa Akhoon for ram of the month. She is a sophomore in Honors Algebra 2 Trig and joined the math team this year. She has been doing a great job in class and is really stepping up for the math team as well. She is a hard worker, critical thinker, and conscientious math student.  –Ms. O’Connor & Mr. Podraza

Margaret (Maggie) LeBeau
Maggie has stepped up and become a great leader for Model United Nations. She has become a mentor for new members and has helped guide them in their diplomatic journeys.  –Mr. Mayo

Nathan Lewkowich
Nathan is an outstanding Electronics student. He is able to read complex schematic drawings and produce quality work. Nathan was always willing to help out other students who had questions. A leader in the classroom.  –Mr. Pietras & Mr. Bair

Julia Merrick
Julia Merrick has been creating art in the Art Dept. for four years. It has been a pleasure to witness her grow both artistically and personally. Julia has become a self-empowered person who makes great choices that impact others. In particular, Julia demonstrates confidence, patience and empathy when collaborating with her peers in ceramics class, helping with the difficult process of glazing pottery. Artistically Julia’s skills have really solidified since she started at Glenbard East in Drawing 1 class. As a third year AP Art and Design student Julia creates exceptional watercolor illustrations. Julia has spent “time in her head” thinking critically about color and design. The AP Art and Design program has given Julia the opportunity to embrace diversity. Not only in terms of content and style for artwork but also in terms of the student community. Julia is truly an inclusive person that follows a moral compass being kind and respectful to her peers as well as her teachers. She once was shy and now easily communicates her expertise during critique, making rich comments and asking relevant questions. This kind of growth is exemplary. This is why Julia Merrick is our “Ram of the Month Visual Arts. –Mr. Cho

Xitlaly Rodriguez
“Lally” is a very hard worker that has gone above and beyond the call of duty this semester assisting Freshmen EL students in my Strength Training class. She epitomizes what it means to be Self-Empowered and she has truly been a pleasure to have in class.  –Mr. Hulbert

SEPTEMBER 2023
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Brianna Arnieri
Bri is a self-empowered student leader in the class to whom her tablemates regularly seek help. She has demonstrated an extraordinary ability to think critically and often leverages her curiosity to improve the quality of our class discussions. –Mr. Jaffe

John Russell Bobier
LJ exhibits the qualities of a profile of a graduate in the context of the science learning environment. He has shown immense initiative, effort, and ownership of his learning and achievement in the course through ambitious goals, self-regulation and self-advocacy. LJ also exemplifies thinking critically as he has been able to apply his intellect, logic, and reasoning to take the chemistry material to a deeper level. Finally, LJ also collaborates and communicates well through positive relationships with his peers and teacher. He brings a positive energy and respect to all interactions in the classroom. –Ms. Zeller

Phoenix Fodrey
Phoenix is doing a fantastic job in AP Calculus BC. Homework is great, participation great, attitude great. Asks great questions and benefits the whole class by being such an active learner. Phoenix is very conscientious, pays attention to detail, and is knocking it out of the park on quizzes and tests. Thank you, Phoenix! –Mr. Hoogerheide

Dominik Homola
I feel so incredibly lucky to have Dom in my 8th period class. Even though it is the end of the day, Dom has a positive attitude every day. He is quick to ask for help if he needs it-both in class and via email. He supports his tablemates as we work through tasks. Dom is an incredible model for his peers due to his hard work and kindness. He is off to an amazing start to his high school career! –Ms. O”Connor

Rayyan Saeed
Rayyan has worked diligently since Day 1 of his Freshman year to do the very best he can, academically. He regularly checks his PowerSchool. Rayyan also advocates for himself via email if he has a question or concern. –Ms. Parlier

Kelly Webb
Kelly has been taking on a leadership role in class. She assists the other students with completing their journals and helps them read out and present their answers. She encourages students who struggle with self-regulation to follow directions. She has learned their individual plans and is encouraging and runs their token economy. She is a pleasure to have in class. Kelly is always willing to do any task and be a teacher’s helper. She is taking care of others that have Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. She embraces diversity by accepting our Life Skills students and helping them achieve their daily goals. –Ms. Slusher