"Do The Right Thing" Awards Presented for May
The final bi-monthly awards for the "Do The Right Thing" program were presented during an afternoon ceremony last week. A total of five students were recognized for their actions and positive behaviors as exemplary citizens in our community.
From left to right: Officer Wayne Skinner, Danielle Bass, Shannon Gill,
Hannah Keyt, Mitchell Salazar, and Chief of Police Roger Boatner.
Overall Winner
Hannah Keyt - a fifth grade student at Southwest Elementary School, Hannah was recognized for her involvement in various fundraisers at the school, including one to provide funds for an outdoor play area for Pre-K ESE students. She also volunteers to work with Pre-K ESE students in addition to being on the A/B Honor Roll.
Honorable Mention Winners
Danielle Bass - a Senior at Kathleen Senior High School, Danielle was recognized for her involvement in numerous FFA programs at the school, including participating in State and National FFA Conventions. She is also active in volunteer service through her church and the National Honor Society.
Justin Gundell - from Lakeland High School, Justin was nominated for assisting police officers following a recent vehicle burglary at the school. He witnessed subjects running from a vehicle and recognized one of them. Based on his information, officers were able to locate the suspects and recover stolen property.
Shannon Gill - a fifth grade student at Southwest Elementary School, Shannon was nominated for the DTRT award for her volunteering to work with Pre-K ESE students at her school. She helps walk the students to class in the morning and helps them reach their destinations in the afternoon. A straight "A" student, Shannon also tutors a kindergarten student and is a member of the school's E-Team.
Mitchell Salazar - a junior at Kathleen High School, Mitchell was nominated for his volunteering to coach a North Lakeland Little Leage baseball team as well as being active in a mentoring program at the Duff Road Community Park. Mitchell is an exceptional student with over 200 hours of community service to his credit.
- Asst Chief Bill LePere
Hey! It's me, Hannah again. Sorry but I just can't get enough that you can look my name up! It's just really exciting and I can't get enough! Well, I haven't posted a comment in a while . It's really amazing and I can't believe it!
Posted by: Hannah Keyt | February 23, 2009 at 04:18 PM
Hi Officer Skinner! It's me Hannah. I just wanted to say hi and thanks again so much for that award! I couldn't be anymore luckier. Oh, and I heard that you won't be having the Do The Right Thing Awards anymore. Well, I guess I was some lucky person! I guess I'll see you later! Thanks again!
Sincerly,
Hannah Keyt
Posted by: Hannah Keyt | September 26, 2008 at 02:34 PM
Your accomplishments are certainly worthy of this award - congratulations!
Posted by: Asst Chief Bill LePere | September 09, 2008 at 05:30 PM
Wow! I never thought that I would be the finalist of the Do The Right Thing Award! That is amazing! I would like to thank my pre-k teacher Mrs. Melanie because without her, I wouldn't have won that wonderful award! Thanks so much for that chance!
Sincerly,
Hannah Keyt
Posted by: Hannah Keyt | September 08, 2008 at 03:37 PM