November’s students of the month from Hemet Unified School District schools include Michael Adams, Paola Gutierrez, Jack Laurin, Angelina Parisi and Joseph Salazar. San Jacinto Unified School District students include Anthony Galaviz and Joana Hernandez.
The Hemet/San Jacinto Student of the Month program recently recognized seven local high school seniors for demonstrating character, integrity, love of learning, involvement in school activities, athletics and community service. Students were nominated by teachers or other school personnel for making a difference in their home, school and community.Due to the COVID-19 pandemic limitations regarding public gatherings, the event was held virtually, Oct. 8. About 50 participants logged in to the Zoom meeting where students shared their stories and sponsors and administrators offered their support. Program founder and master of ceremonies Karena Zermeno also represented one of the sponsors, Altura Credit Union.Backpacks filled with gifts, a plaque, certificates of recognition and much m
