February Mathletes

The Monthly Mathlete award is given to a number math students every month from various levels of math classes. These students are nominated and chosen by the Math Department on the basis of their hard work and leadership in the math classroom. They will be recognized by having their pictures posted in the Math Wing for the month, as well as here on our blog.

Carissa Shirk is receiving this award because the level of effort and responsibility she demonstrates in class. From the first day in class, she has demonstrated a maturity rarely seen in high school, as well as a strong intuitive math sense, reflected in the solid “A” she currently has in Honors Calculus. Her teacher is pleased with how responsible she is in her communicating future absences, whether in person or via an email. She is always willing to work with others in the class and patient as she explains how to problem solve. Her kindness towards her classmates as they might be struggling is truly appreciated, and will be a beneficial quality to possess when she enters the workforce. Great job and congratulations, Carissa!

Kasandra Fry has been selected as February’s Mathlete because of her incredible work ethic and dedication to her academic success! She shows up on a daily basis with a smile on your face and a desire to volunteer up at the board. She is always willing to explain how to do the work to a classmate in need. Finally, she has exemplary manners and says, “Thank you” as she exits the classroom every day, which boosts her teacher’s morale! You are greatly appreciated – keep up the great work, Kasandra!

Nathan Sensenig is receiving this award as a result of his hard work and participation in class. He has been a pleasure to have in class this semester. His participation in class discussion with thoughtful questions has been an asset to the class. The effort that he makes each day to understand the material does not go unnoticed by his teacher. He has also shown his ability to be an exemplary problem solver. congratulations, Nathan! Keep it the great work!

January Mathletes

The Monthly Mathlete award is given to a number math students every month from various levels of math classes. These students are nominated and chosen by the Math Department on the basis of their hard work and leadership in the math classroom. They will be recognized by having their pictures posted in the Math Wing for the month, as well as here on our blog.

Ashley Seiger has been nominated and selected for this award as a result of the level of work and dedication she put into CP Statistics. Throughout the year, she completed every assignment and assessment thoroughly and neatly, paying close attention to detail and accuracy to the best of her abilities. She has shown great leadership skills by voluntarily and humbly working alongside other students to answer their questions and opening herself to constructive criticism from others in her own work, while always maintaining a positive attitude. She has not been above seeking help when she needs it, and has remained diligent in studying and practicing, even as a senior. As a result, she earned the highest grade in a CP Statistics class for the semester. These traits that she has honed will take her far. Keep up the great work, Ashley, and congratulations!

Mackenzie Irwin has been selected for this award because she has been a model student in Intro Algerba 1A this fall. She could always be counted on to be on task and working. She had no issues with any topics or assessments, and routinely earned 100%. Ending the course with a 96% is a real accomplishment. She has much reason to be proud of her math performance and her character in general. Her teacher knows that she will be well prepared for CP Algebra II. Congratulations!

Madison Stallings is being given this award because she is a diligent worker who consistently had homework completed. She is an intuitive thinker who perseveres, but also recognizes when to seek out help. Her teacher greatly appreciated your willingness to work with any classmate as she exhibited patience while providing concise and accurate explanations of Calculus topics. Her final course grade was a 91%, for which she is to be commended.

December Mathletes

The Monthly Mathlete award is given to a number math students every month from various levels of math classes. These students are nominated and chosen by the Math Department on the basis of their hard work and leadership in the math classroom. They will be recognized by having their pictures posted in the Math Wing for the month, as well as here on our blog.

Sujata Biswa is earning this award because she is a quiet leader in the classroom. She is always kind and friendly to her classmates and willing work with any group. During class time, she uses her time wisely and asks questions to clarify, so that she is able to complete the work
effectively. At the start of the semester, Sujata expressed her goal of earning an A in the class, and her teacher was impressed by how diligently she has been working toward that goal. Her determination and effort are greatly appreciated.

Emily Castline has been chosen for this award because of the work she put forward this semester in CP Algebra 1A. During both marking
periods, she has volunteered answers, helped her classmates, and scored very well on all of her assignments. You has earned an A average for both marking periods, and her teachers believe that she will continue her success next semester in the second half of the course. Her attitude and hard work have not gone unnoticed.

Thank you, and keep up the great work, ladies!

November Mathletes

The Monthly Mathlete award is given to a number math students every month from various levels of math classes. These students are nominated and chosen by the Math Department on the basis of their hard work and leadership in the math classroom. They will be recognized by having their pictures posted in the Math Wing for the month, as well as here on our blog.

Bhawana Timsina was selected for this award as a result of her hard work and perseverance as she solves problems in Algebra 2. She completes her assignments faithfully and accurately, asking questions when she has them. Whenever she is given the option, she goes above and beyond to ensure that she understands the concepts that are being taught in class. She also works well alongside other students to help her group achieve its best. Because of her dedication and effort, she scored the highest grade in her class for the first marking period. Keep up the great work, Bhawana!

Kyle Smith was chosen for this award because of his hard work and dedication to his course work. He has showed that he is a student of mathematics, not just a student of the classroom, working hard for more than just a grade. He strives to know the concept behind each process, and he has distinguished himself as a hard working student. His class participation and the way he helps others understand topics has not gone unnoticed. Congratulations, Kyle! Continue to push yourself to become a great learner!

Brooke Johnson was selected for this award because of the positive influence that she has on her math class. She is a bright, hardworking, and conscientious student. She always completes her work, excels on tests and quizzes, and goes above and beyond to help out her peers. All of these characteristics ultimately earned her the highest grade in her class for the first marking period. She truly seems to enjoy learning and is a pleasure to have in class.

Peyton Witmer was chosen because of his incredible work ethic, maturity, willingness to volunteer, helpfulness and his friendly attitude. He has distinguished himself from his peers because of all of these attributes. Since day one, he has modeled student behaviors that have led to a successful semester in math. His high marks on all assignments are a reflection of his dedication and enjoyment of math. He is also very well-rounded outside the academic sphere. With all this in mind, there is no doubt that he can be as successful in football as he is in the classroom!

Joshua Oatman was selected for this award as a result of his hard work and dedication in CP Algebra 2. He completes his assignments consistently and accurately, asking questions when he has them. Whenever he is given the opportunity, he goes above and beyond to ensure that he understands the concepts that are being taught. His willingness to always volunteer in class in greatly appreciated by his teacher. He is also a great team member as he works well alongside other students to help his group achieve its best. Keep up the great work, Josh!

Andrea Kirkley is receiving this award due to her commendable hard work and effort in the class. She finishes every assignment quickly and accurately. She utilizes the Google classroom to verify that she did everything on the practice assignments correctly. She perseveres through difficult problems and checks her work each time. Andrea works well with other students in the class and contributes to everyone’s learning by volunteering regularly. Her teacher is proud of her accomplishments on graded assignments, exams, and on the PAML competition, as well as the way that she didn’t let a broken finger slow her down! Keep up the great work Andrea, and you will go far!

October Mathletes

The Monthly Mathlete award is given to three math students every month from various levels of math classes. These students are nominated and chosen by the Math Department on the basis of their hard work and leadership in the math classroom. They will be recognized by having their pictures posted in the Math Wing for the month, as well as on our blog.

Samantha Hilt has been chosen for this award due to her awesome work ethic and effort. She asks her teacher for answer keys so that she is able to check her work, and she fully utilizes Google classroom in her math class. She contributes to the class through volunteering answers and asking insightful questions. She does not stop at getting right answers, but shows the desire to fully understand all the concepts that are taught
in class. She also gets along well with others and works with them as a team to complete assignments. Keep up the amazing work, Samantha!

Colin DeLeo is receiving this award because he has shown himself to be a leader in the classroom. His grades reflect the hard work and dedication he puts into excelling in Algebra. More than that though, his good-natured competitive spirit impacts the learning in the classroom as a whole. It is also greatly appreciated when he willingly works with other students to help them develop their own skills. Peer tutoring is often the best way for students to learn because hearing another learner’s voice really helps develop understanding. On a daily basis, he shows a quality of character that should be emulated and celebrated.

Colette Evans is receiving this award because she is hard working, diligent and self-advocates when she is unsure. Colette is incredibly dependable and ensures she has all her work completed. Her attention to detail and desire to understand the material is honorable making her an exceptional example for her peers. Her teacher says she is an absolute pleasure to have in class.

Congratulations once again to this month’s winners!

September Mathletes

The Monthly Mathlete award is given to three math students every month from various levels of math classes. These students are nominated and chosen by the Math Department on the basis of their hard work and leadership in the math classroom. They will be recognized by having their pictures posted in the Math Wing for the month, as well as on our blog.

Aaron Eaby has been chosen for this award as a result of his hard wtih in Honors Math Analysis. When this was awarded, he had one of the top three grades in the class, and he had the highest score on their most recent test.  He thinks logically about the problems, asks great questions, and does a good job helping his classmates. Keep up the great work, Aaron!

Jayden Abel is receiving this award because he constantly puts forth a positive attitude and effort which brightens any teacher’s day. He is
such an active learner and pushes himself to understand the mathematics being presented in the classroom. Jayden’s efforts show in the grade he is currently earning, and even more than that, his positive efforts impact the energy in the classroom. His teachers truly appreciate the leader in him.

Page Dubbs is receiving this award because she has had continuous positive contributions in her math classroom. She regularly participates in classroom discussion, eagerly completes all her work and when she finishes her work she enjoys helping her peers. Paige has proven herself to be an exemplary student in the classroom. Her effort and attitude is appreciated.

May Mathletes

The Monthly Mathlete award is given to one career prep student, one college prep student, and one honors student every month. These students are nominated and chosen by the Math Department on the basis of their hard work and leadership in the math classroom. They will have their pictures posted in the Math Wing for the month and will each receive a coupon for a free MTO at Sheetz.

Hailey Riley was chosen for this award because the hard work and effort she exhibits each day in Intro Algebra 1 B. She makes the most of her time in class by completing her weekly reviews early and by working through all the work she is asked to complete, as well as any optional assignments. She asks questions to ensure that she understands what she is learning beyond just knowing how to do each question. She also spends the time required to earn full credit on all of the Khan Academy
assignments. She sets a great example for other students in class. Keep up the good work, Hailey!

Ruth Valdez Feliz is receiving this award for her hard work and dedication both in and out of the classroom. She always tries her best, asks for help if needed and never hesitates to help a classmate. The resilience she displays when faced with challenging problems is commendable. She has a wonderful attitude towards mathematics and is very conscientious about her performance. Keep up the great work, Ruth!

April Mathletes

The Monthly Mathlete award is given to one career prep student, one college prep student, and one honors student every month. These students are nominated and chosen by the Math Department on the basis of their hard work and leadership in the math classroom. They will have their pictures posted in the Math Wing for the month and will each receive a coupon for a free MTO at Sheetz.

Jordan Photis is receiving this award as a result of his hard work and drive in Honors Math Analysis and his commitment to completing every task with excellence. He constantly volunteers answers, but more importantly, he asks insightful questions. You have done a tremendous job this semester. He finished the third marking period with one of the top grades overall out of both classes, and he is continuing that success in the fourth marking period. He is one of the most intelligent and most driven students at Penn Manor, and his teachers look forward to his future successes!

Madison Smith is receiving this award because of her daily commitment to the learning and mastery of mathematics at Penn Manor High School. She is an asset to the mathematics classroom due to her positive, and diligent attitude towards the completion of her daily assignments. This attitude has led her to much success, and has not gone unnoticed. She is a leader by example, and her kindness is contagious. Madison, please challenge yourself to retain these qualities, and thank you for
your regular contributions to our school!

March Mathletes

The Monthly Mathlete award is given to one career prep student, one college prep student, and one honors student every month. These students are nominated and chosen by the Math Department on the basis of their hard work and leadership in the math classroom. They will have their pictures posted in the Math Wing for the month and will each receive a coupon for a free MTO at Sheetz.

Thomas Hockenberry is receiving this award for his outstanding work in Honors Math Analysis. He has emerged as a leader in Honors Math Analysis. He constantly asks great questions and volunteers answers. Also, he is quick to help his classmates. He consistently scores in the top five percent of the class on assignments and tests, and has a high potential to be very successful in Advanced Placement Calculus next year. Keep up the good work, Thomas!

Alexsandra Cruz (no picture) is receiving this award for her diligence and effort in Intro to Algebra B. Her class participation stands out from her peers, as well as her willingness to try new problems and modify any mistakes. Her work completion is outstanding and it is apparent that she always stops to think about each problem and is conscientious about her work. Her teacher is glad to have her in class.

February Mathletes

The Monthly Mathlete award is given to one career prep student, one college prep student, and one honors student every month. These students are nominated and chosen by the Math Department on the basis of their hard work and leadership in the math classroom. They will have their pictures posted in the Math Wing for the month and will each receive a coupon for a free MTO at Sheetz.

Danny Foltz is receiving this award because his effort in Honors Math Analysis this year was very commendable. His attention to detail and the amount of work shown did not go unnoticed. He finished the semester with the second highest grade in the class. He was helpful to other students and worked well in small groups. He always used his time wisely, asked great questions, and completed every assignment to the best of his ability. He always had a positive attitude and put his best foot forward. Keep up the excellent work, Danny!

Tara Wenger is receiving this award due to her effort in CP Algebra 1 this year. Her work was careful, meticulous, and thorough. She finished the semester with the highest grade in the class. She was willing to help other students and worked well in small groups. She always used her time wisely, asked great questions, and completed every assignment to the best of her ability. Way to go, Tara!

Shishir Neupane is receiving this award because of the hard work and diligence he put into his Intro to Algebra 1B class. His work ethic this semester has been outstanding. His attitude towards challenging problems and difficult tasks demonstrated the true definitions of grit and resilience. His exceptional efforts showed through in his assessments, helping him finish Intro Algebra A with the highest average in class for the second marking period. Congratulations Shishir!