During the March meeting of the Red River Parish School Board the public-school students of the month were recognized. Superintendent Alison Strong called each student to the podium and read their nomination statements. Each was presented a certificate and gift card.

Red River Elementary School’s Student of the Month is Jessie Solton. He was nominated buy his first-grade teachers. They said, “Jessie has been chosen for student of the month because of the wonderful qualities he shows in class. He is a self-motivated learner and wants to do his best in every subject. Before turning in any assignment, Jessie makes sure to examine every part of his work for accuracy. He actively participates in every class and volunteers to answer questions regularly. His laugh and smile are contagious in the classroom and we all enjoy his positive attitude.”

The Red River Academic Academy Student of the Month is Elizabeth Stevens. In nominating Stevens, her teacher Sherry Pickett said, “Elizabeth is a delightful student. A lot of times Beth is overlooked because she is such a quiet student but she is determined to take care of her business no matter what is going on around her. She works hard on everything she does in class and doesn’t let the hard work get her frustrated. She is patient and kind towards all of her teachers and peers. When she smiles or laughs it is contagious and everyone has to join in. Beth is a great student and I am honored to have her in my class.”

Red River Junior High School Coach Travis Gary nominated Trindan Williams as their Student of the Month. Coach Gary said, “Trindan not only excels and does his best in the classroom, he is also a great young gentleman. He is always positive and polite with a hardworking attitude. Trinidan has a smile that lights up the room. He wants to please his teachers by doing well on assignments. He is respectful when communicating with adults and peers. He is an awesome student with a big heart! I look forward to seeing him in class daily.”

And from Red River High School the Student of the Month is Tylan Beavers. In her nomination statement, his teacher Caren Bennett said, “Tylan is an outgoing young man who manages to make terrific grades and lead others by example. He is funny, friendly and well-liked by teachers and peers. Tylan has high expectations for himself, and has set personal goals, that means he maintains a strong work ethic regardless of the course. Like any good Bulldog, once he sets his mind on something, he doesn’t give up until the task is accomplished.”

The Student of the Month program is a community service of Coushatta’s VFW Post and Auxiliary 7287 in cooperation with Lott Oil/Chevron. Each student is awarded a certificate and gift card to Lott Oil/Chevron.