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Student of the Month

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Celebrating Student Achievements

Welcome to our Student of the Month spotlight page — where we get to celebrate the CTC students who are showing up, leveling up, and making us proud every single day. 💙
 
Each month, teachers nominate students who stand out for more than just good grades. We’re talking growth, leadership, creativity, perseverance, and that real “Career Ready. College Ready. Life Ready.” energy.
 
Whether they’re going Job Ready, Achieving Success, or straight-up Going Beyond, these students are proof that hard work looks different on everyone — and every version of it deserves to be recognized. Dive in below to meet this year’s honorees! 🎉

Current Students of the Month

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Past Students of the Month for the 2025-26 School Year

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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Nicayla Ogle as a Student of the Month for April 2026!

👋 Meet Nicayla!

  • Career-Tech Program: Digital Media Design
  • Grade: Junior
  • Home School: Springfield High School
  • Nominated By: Mrs. Leonard, Digital Media Design Instructor

✨ Nomination Quote

"In the Lab, Nicayla has consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic, creativity, and a willingness to assist others. She consistently completes her work on time, puts genuine effort into every project, and brings a positive attitude to class each day. Nicayla is not only a good student but also an engaged member of her school community. She participates in several organizations that highlight her leadership, compassion, and drive. As a member of Upward Bound, she has shown her commitment to academic growth and college readiness. She’s active in Young Life, where she builds her faith and supports her peers. She also helps plan school events as part of the Junior Student Council, and through Key Club, she volunteers her time to make our community better—such as helping with the haunted trail during our Tech and Treat event here at the SCCTC.

In addition, she serves as the Historian for BPA (Business Professionals of America), where she takes on a leadership role in planning events and is also responsible for documenting these events with photographs, among other tasks. She also serves as the DMD Student Ambassador wherein she has volunteered to assist with Career Explorations Days, Open House, Senior Showcase, etc. Nicayla’s balance of creativity, leadership, and kindness makes her an incredible role model for other students. She’s dependable, thoughtful, and truly cares about doing her best in everything she takes on." ~Mrs. Leonard

🎉 Congratulations, Nicayla!

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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Landyn Wilson as a Student of the Month for April 2026!

👋 Meet Landyn!

  • Career-Tech Program: Applied Engineering & Manufacturing
  • Grade: Junior
  • Home School: Global Impact STEM Academy
  • Nominated By: Mrs. Harris, English Instructor

✨ Nomination Quote

"Landyn has excelled in lab and academics all year and just recently found out that he scored a 30 on the ACT! Landyn goes above and beyond by taking the time to master all the labs in his program. He recently started welding and seems to be a natural. His writing ability is incredible, Landyn's most recent research question was "What could the Department of Defense learn from the work of Alaskan Opilio Crab Fishermen?" This is by far the most interesting paper I have read in 26 years of teaching. Landyn is a joy to have in class and has a bright future ahead of him." ~Mrs. Harris

🎉 Congratulations, Landyn!

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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Latasia Owens as a Student of the Month for April 2026!

👋 Meet Latasia!

  • Career-Tech Program: Culinary Arts
  • Grade: Senior
  • Home School: Springfield High School
  • Nominated By: Chef Hay, Culinary Arts Instructor

✨ Nomination Quote

"Latasia has emerged as a class leader and has demonstrated a high level of proficiency in all her lab tasks this year. She exemplifies how hard work and determination can positively impact both academic achievement and work-based performance. Her strong drive and commitment to excellence not only set her apart but also inspire her peers to strive for higher standards." ~Chef Hay

🎉 Congratulations, Latasia!

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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Zoey Sineff as a Student of the Month for March 2026!

👋 Meet Zoey

  • Career-Tech Program: Automotive Technology & Motorcycle Maintenance
  • Grade: Senior
  • Home School: Tecumseh High School
  • Nominated By: Mr. Rose, Auto Tech & Motorcycle Maintenance Instructor

✨ Nomination Quote

"Zoey had been on job placement and the company she was working for closed which meant she had to come back to class. When coming back to class she took the high road and began looking for a place to get back out to work and within 2 weeks she had opportunities and offers from 3 different companies and ended up choosing to go to Wagner Subaru and they are delighted to have her." ~Mr. Rose

🎉 Congratulations, Zoey!

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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Landon Jordan as a Student of the Month for March 2026!

👋 Meet Landon

  • Career-Tech Program: Criminal Justice
  • Grade: Senior
  • Home School: Greenon High School
  • Nominated By: Mr. Bacigalupo, Criminal Justice Instructor

✨ Nomination Quote

"Landon shows great skill in all competencies taught. He always has a great attitude and is willing to help whenever asked. He deserves recognition for his efforts in Criminal Justice." ~Mr. Bacigalupo

🎉 Congratulations, Landon!

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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize London Boyce as a Student of the Month for March 2026!

👋 Meet London

  • Career-Tech Program: Culinary Arts
  • Grade: Senior
  • Home School: Shawnee High School
  • Nominated By: Ms. Zimmerman, Science Instructor

✨ Nomination Quote

"I am happy to nominate London Boyce for Student of the Month. London is a kind, respectful, hardworking young person. She consistently earns full credit for work submitted in class. She participates fully in class and is always willing to volunteer responses to questions. Her intelligence and great work ethic means she has a bright future ahead." ~Ms. Zimmerman

🎉 Congratulations, London!

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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Armando Diaz as a Student of the Month for Februrary 2026!

👋 Meet Armando

  • Career-Tech Program: Carpentry
  • Grade: Junior
  • Home School: Tecumseh High School
  • Nominated By: Mrs. Perry, ELL Instructor

✨ Nomination Quote

"Armando is a great student. He arrives to class on time, works hard, and completes all his work. He is very responsible and respectful. His attendance is great as well! Keep up the good work!" ~Mrs. Perry

🎉 Congratulations, Armando!

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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Krista Smith as a Student of the Month for Februrary 2026!

👋 Meet Krista

  • Career-Tech Program: Job Training
  • Grade: Senior
  • Home School: Northwestern High School
  • Nominated By: Mrs. Oder, Job Training Instructor

✨ Nomination Quote

"Krista is a very giving and helpful student. She works very well with others at school and at our work sites. Krista is a very kind and patient person. Krista is like a ray of sunshine and a breath of fresh air wherever she goes. Krista is a model student, and that is why I am nominating her for Student of the Month" ~Mrs. Oder

🎉 Congratulations, Krista!

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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Athan Hardesty as a Student of the Month for Februrary 2026!

👋 Meet Athan

  • Career-Tech Program: Electrical Trades
  • Grade: Junior
  • Home School: Springfield-Clark CTC
  • Nominated By: Mr. Graham, Electrical Trades Instructor

✨ Nomination Quote

"Athanasius consistently demonstrates determination, responsibility, and a positive attitude in class—completing projects on time, asking thoughtful questions, and helping peers during lab work. Athanasius's commitment to learning, teamwork, and professional behavior makes them a role model in the electrical trades program." ~Mr. Graham

🎉 Congratulations, Athan!

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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Marcus Horsley as a Student of the Month for January 2026!

👋 Meet Marcus

  • Career-Tech Program: Cybersecurity Program
  • Grade: Senior
  • Home School: Northwestern High School
  • Nominated By: Ms. Zimmerman, Science Instructor

✨ Nomination Quote

"Marcus exhibits an extremely high level of maturity. He is responsible, respectful and hard working. I can always rely on Marcus to stay focused on his learning and to be engaged in class. He will willingly answer questions, read aloud, and help classmates. He is always kind to others and comes to class with a positive attitude ready to learn. For these reasons, I'm nominating Marcus Horsley for Student of the Month." ~Ms. Zimmerman

🎉 Congratulations, Marcus!

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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Ross 'RJ' Neal as a Student of the Month for January 2026!

👋 Meet RJ

  • Career-Tech Program: Engineering & Architectural Design Program
  • Grade: Senior
  • Home School: Southeastern High School
  • Nominated By: Mr. Barge, Engineering & Architectural Design Program Instructor

✨ Nomination Quote

"I am proud to nominate RJ “Ross” Neal for Student of the Month. Ross consistently demonstrates a level of selflessness and responsibility that sets him apart in the classroom. He is the kind of student who, when asked to complete a task, doesn’t hesitate, question, or complain—he simply steps up and gets it done. His willingness to help others and contribute to the success of our program makes a noticeable and positive impact every day. Ross’s dedication, attitude, and strong work ethic make him an outstanding candidate for this recognition." ~Mr. Barge

🎉 Congratulations, RJ!

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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Kennedy Fultz as a Student of the Month for December 2025!
 
👋 Meet Kennedy!
  • Career-Tech Program: Applied Engineering & Manufacturing Program
  • Grade: Junior
  • Home School: Northwestern High School
  • Nominated By: Mr. Grigsby, Applied Engineering & Manufacturing Program Instructor
✨ Nomination Quote
"Kennedy is an outstanding student. She consistently shows excellence in academics. She has a thirst for knowledge, and has taken opportunities outside of the lab to job shadow at the Air Force base. She is a Skills officer along with playing soccer and basketball." ~Mr. Grigsby
 
🎉 Congratulations, Kennedy!
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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Katelynn Kestner as a Student of the Month for December 2025!
 
👋 Meet Katelynn!
  • Career-Tech Program: EMT Program
  • Grade: Senior
  • Home School: Northwestern High School
  • Nominated By: Mr. Trainer, Math Teacher 
✨ Nomination Quote
"Katelynn has been outstanding this year in her Math 4 - Medical Math course. She has had an A in math class all semester and currently has a 100% for 2nd quarter. Her assignments are always done on time and sometimes they are even completed ahead of schedule. She works hard to correct any assignments that are not perfect scores and asks questions so that she has a full understanding of the concepts. I have enjoyed having her in my class this semester and I'm confident that she will do amazing things in life when she graduates high school and finishes her time here at the CTC." ~Mr. Trainer
 
🎉 Congratulations, Katelynn!
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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Day'Veona Boynton as a Student of the Month for November 2025!
 
👋 Meet Day'Veona!
  • Career-Tech Program: Culinary Arts Program
  • Grade: Senior
  • Home School: Springfield High School
  • Nominated By: Chef Hay, Culinary Arts Program Instructor
✨ Nomination Quote
"She is such a hard worker who wants to do everything to perfection. Her work ethic and ability to work with all students make her a strong class leader and a great student. She makes other students better by setting such a high standard." ~Chef Hay
 
🎉 Congratulations, Day'Veona!
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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Cara Hite as a Student of the Month for November 2025!
 
👋 Meet Cara!
  • Career-Tech Program: Cosmetology Program
  • Grade: Junior
  • Home School: Springfield High School
  • Nominated By: Mrs. Delpinal, Cosmetology Program Instructor
✨ Nomination Quote
"Cara Comes to class everyday with a smile, and eager to learn! She asks questions and stays engaged in the lessons and hands on. Cara makes Our environment a very positive one. Always on time and willing to get her work completed in a timely manner." ~Mrs. "D"
 
🎉 Congratulations, Cara!
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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Julia Cervantes as a Student of the Month for September/October 2025!
 
👋 Meet Julia!
  • Career-Tech Program: Dental Assisting Program
  • Grade: Senior
  • Home School: Greenon High School
  • Nominated By: Mrs. Ritzenthaler, Dental Assiting Program Instructor
✨ Nomination Quote
"Julia is an extremely compassionate, empathetic, dedicated, hard working, and overall just a wonderful young woman. She's always willing to help anyone in need and she is currently one of my program ambassadors, and really represents the Dental Assisting program and the CTC with maturity and professionalism. I can't think of anyone more deserving of this award." ~Mrs. "Ritz" Ritzenthaler
 
🎉 Congratulations, Julia!
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Springfield-Clark CTC is proud to recognize Kaleb Barnes as a Student of the Month for September/October 2025!
 
👋 Meet Kaleb!
  • Career-Tech Program: Software Programming Technologies Program
  • Grade: Senior
  • Home School: Greenon High School
  • Nominated By: Mr. Fadden, Software Programming Technologies Program Instructor
✨ Nomination Quote
"Kaleb is an outstanding student in Software Programming Technologies. He is an excellent problem solver. He is adept at thinking through a challenge and finding the solutions necessary. He is curious and works on quite a bit of programming outside of lab." ~Mr. Fadden
 
🎉 Congratulations, Kaleb!

About Student of the Month

At Springfield-Clark CTC, Student of the Month recognizes students who shine in more ways than just grades. Teachers may nominate students who demonstrate growth, leadership, creativity, perseverance, or a strong commitment to being Job Ready, Achieving Success, and Going Beyond. Each month, one to three students are selected from nominations to be celebrated for the impact they’re making in the classroom and beyond.

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