Buffalo Grove High School Congratulates Its April 2013 Students of the Month

An outstanding student has been selected from each academic division at Buffalo Grove High School to be honored as the April 2013 Student of the Month.

Junior Richard Gumirov of Buffalo Grove was nominated as the honoree of the Career Technology Education department by business teacher, Tom Mroz. "Ricky is taking the lead role in college accounting this year," said Mroz. "Fellow accountants look to Ricky for advice and recommendations on their journal entries, since his debits always equal his credits.  He is an asset to his class!"

The World Languages/Social Sciences/English Language Learners division has chosen sophomore Jessica Ahon of Arlington Heights.  English Language Learners (ELL) teacher Stephanie Ramos said, Jessica has consistently been a 'super star' since the start of the school year.  She works very hard to do well in her studies and is always self-driven.  She is respectful to her teachers and all of her peers. She always gives her best in every task."  

Senior Thomas Kirsh of Buffalo Grove is Student of the Month for English/Fine Arts.  Orchestra Director Elizabeth Bennett nominated him for the honor with the comment, "Tom is a leader and motivator in all that he participates.  He is highly involved in the BG Orchestra program, serving as current Student President.  Tom is active in all Orchestras, serving as a leader and student conductor for Concert Orchestra, and principal cellist for both Symphony and Chamber Orchestras.  This year, Tom composed an original piece for full orchestra.  The premier of this piece may be heard at the Spring Concert on Tuesday, May 21 at 7 p.m. in the theater, where it will be performed by Symphony Orchestra."

The Physical Education/Health/Driver's Education department selected freshman Cedric Cavazos of Wheeling to be recognized this month. Physical Education teachers Tim O'Hagen and Tom Sullivan said, "Cedric is a very motivated student who is very talented in many areas.  He has a great attitude that he brings with him to every class.  Cedric is always willing to work with other students and shares his knowledge, in order to help those around him.  He has the utmost respect for all adults in his life and is always looking for ways to improve."   

Freshman Jessica Rosenberg of Arlington Heights is the Math/Science honoree.  Science teacher Sindi Smith said, "Jessica is the most motivated and dedicated student I have in Biology class.  She goes above and beyond to research topics in science that interest her and then gives me copies of her research to use in the classroom.  She comes to class every day ready to learn and goes above and beyond helping other students in class.  Jessica contributes meaningfully to every classroom discussion and works hard each and every day to excel in the class."

Student Services has named junior Abigail Lopez of Buffalo Grove as Student of the Month.  Individual Resource teacher Chris VanGrondelle commented, " Abby is conscientious, hard working and is always willing to help those in need.  Her teachers look to Abby to help others get caught up if they are behind, or to assist in an explanation when students need to hear a different voice.  Abby has aspirations to be a counselor for elementary age students and really enjoys the challenges associated with them.  She is stepping up to the world of Advanced Placement classes for her senior year."