Hollister
– Senior Melissa Garcia was honored as San Andreas High School’s
student of the month for May. Garcia was recognized for her active
involvement on the school’s prom committee and the extra effort she
has put into her education.
Hollister – Senior Melissa Garcia was honored as San Andreas High School’s student of the month for May. Garcia was recognized for her active involvement on the school’s prom committee and the extra effort she has put into her education.
Garcia, 17, said she was surprised to hear she had received the honor, but it made her feel motivated to know the school had taken note of her achievement. She has devoted a great deal of her spare time to doing extra work and taking independent study classes so she can graduate in June. Garcia has been studying for the math exit exam, which she has been working hard to pass.
“You just have to keep trying. I get closer and closer, but it feels good to know I’m (being honored),” Garcia said.
Her hard work has not gone unnoticed. Besides earning her the recognition of her school as student of the month, Garcia’s family has noticed an improvement in her work as well.
“I am so proud of my daughter; she has come such a long way. She really strives to achieve,” said Juliana Benitez, Garcia’s mother.
While she was busy studying for the state exit exam, Garcia also helped plan the San Andreas prom. As committee co-chair, she and her classmates planned the event, which took place on May 4.
The Scoop on Melissa Garcia
Full name: Melissa Aundria Garcia
Age and birthplace: 17, Hollister
Accomplishments: Co-chair of prom committee
Most influential people: My dad, Mariano Garcia, and my (older) brother Andre Garcia. My dad’s a hardworking man and I just look up to my brother.
After finishing high school, I’d like to: My plans are to go to Gav for general ed. classes and see where it takes me.
Ten years from now, I’d like to: I picture myself out of Hollister, with kids.
Favorite TV show: I don’t watch TV
Favorite band: I am not really into music anymore, I’m just a ‘talking on the phone’ type of girl.
Favorite movie: “The 300” and “Spiderman 3”
Favorite class: English with Barbara Murray
Favorite teacher: Mr. Nick Lust, who teaches art. He’s a cool person to talk to and he gets along with everybody.
If I could change one thing about the school: I would change the dress code, or the cafeteria so they would sell good snacks and a variety.
The San Andreas Student of the Month was chosen by the high school’s staff and honored by Rotary.
