Recipients of the Hemet/San Jacinto Student of the Month award for October are, from left, Angel Sanchez, Christian “CJ” Viramontes, Erik Diaz, Natalie Lovett Jensen, Zena Pastrana and Emily Campos. StylePhotography by Alex Tapia photo
The Hemet/San Jacinto Student of the Month program held its most recent recognition breakfast at the Maze Stone at Soboba Springs Golf Course on Oct. 9. Seven local high school seniors were recognized and honored for their character, love of learning and commitment to academics in addition to their involvement in school and community activities and their ability and resiliency in overcoming difficult life challenges. And they do this all in a setting that honors God, country, family, community and free enterprise. Students are nominated by teachers or other school personnel for making a difference in their homes, schools and communities.Local program founder and Student of the Month Committee member Karena Zermeno-Leon emceed the event. Each student was invited to the podium to share t
