Hemet/San Jacinto Valley honors February students of the month

The Hemet/San Jacinto Student of the Month program recently recognized seven 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. February’s students of the month from Hemet Unified School District schools were Paola Barrera Elizalde, Lily Clarke, Marcos Quintero, Jasmine Ramirez and Ariel Sum. San Jacinto Unified students were Matthew Benavidez and Kimberly Monteagudo. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic limitations for public gatherings, the event was held virtually Thursday, Feb. 11. About 60 participants logged in to the Zoom meeting where students shared their stories and