Superintendent Student Recognition Awards

Posted Date: 05/17/24 (08:25 AM)

Dear Ottumwa Schools Community,

A new prestigious award has been established to honor the exceptional achievements of outstanding students within our district. Two students from each of our ten schools were nominated by their building administration and honored with the Superintendent Student Recognition Award. Through this accolade, we hope to instill a sense of pride and motivation, encouraging all students to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to the collective success of our educational community through our Bulldog Beliefs.

The following students have been recognized and honored because they demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence, exhibit strong leadership skills, serve as a positive influence on their peers, and have a profound impact on their school environment.

Enzo Acevedo, Pickwick, Preschool	Carter Cruzen, Liberty, Grade 5
Cora Denham, Douma, Grade 2	Pranamya Dixit, Horace Mann, Grade 3
Drike Erakdrik, James, Grade 4	Gracie Hamm, Eisenhower, Grade 5
Lillyian Jimenez, Wilson, Grade 3	Aurora Flores Juarez, Douma, Grade 1
Samantha Khamphilanouvong, Ottumwa High, Grade 12	Katie Lobaugh, Horace Mann, Grade 4
Gabe Mason, Evans, Grade 7	William Miller, Ottumwa High, Grade 12
Eloise Millikin, Liberty, Grade 4	Jeremiah Martinez, Gateway, Grade 11
Joey Naumann, Evans, Grade 8	Yamileth Orellana, Wilson, Grade 5
Kelly Sae, Gateway, Grade 10	Daxton Stockton, Eisenhower, Grade 5
Arely Valverde, James, Grade 5	Kianna Wakuk, Pickwick, Grade K

Congratulations! We hope all our students continue to Be the Best!

Sincerely,
Michael McGrory
Superintendent