Students of the Week – Nov. 21, 2013

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From left, Abigail White and Cole Mejia were selected as Students of the Week by kindergarten teacher Mrs. Draper because they are learning to be good listeners, they help others follow the rules, and they are great helpers in class. Photo by Jay Pentrack
From left, Abigail White and Cole Mejia were selected as Students of the Week by kindergarten teacher Mrs. Draper because they are learning to be good listeners, they help others follow the rules, and they are great helpers in class.
Photo by Jay Pentrack

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