Congratulations to Noah Rossow of Penn High School! He was voted by Tribune readers as the South Bend Tribune Student of the Week for Jan. 13.
Noah Rossow, Penn High School: Noah is in his junior year at Penn High School within the Health and Human Services Pathway. Noah is enthusiastic, respectful and fun. He goes above and beyond for his school by being a model student athlete. He has a rigorous academic schedule with an Education Pathway. He is using all his resources and talents to demonstrate and apply what he is learning to go beyond the classroom walls. He volunteers his time to coach and mentor middle school student athletes before school with the Futures Lifting program. He really is an asset to any class or program.
Carlo Santos, John Adams High School: Carlo, a senior at John Adams, exemplifies resilience, hard work and community spirit. Despite facing the profound loss of his father to COVID complications in January 2021 during the prime of his high school years, Carlo has risen to the occasion with strength and maturity beyond his years. Stepping into the role of the man of the family, Carlo has been instrumental in helping run his family's restaurant, El Tecate, located on the west side of South Bend. In addition, Carlo has built a thriving haircutting business, cutting hair for 50 to 70 clients each week. His entrepreneurial mindset is evident as he constantly seeks ways to grow this business. Carlo's commitment to giving back to his community is equally inspiring. Over the next month, he is offering free haircuts to children aged 14 and younger as a way to support local families. This selfless act showcases his dedication to making a positive impact on those around him. In spite of the challenges of losing his beloved father, Carlo is determined to honor his dad's legacy by working hard to support his mother and family. He is on track to graduate with a Core 40 diploma at the end of this school year, and his school community couldn't be prouder of his accomplishments. Carlo Santos embodies strength, determination and compassion, making him a truly deserving candidate for Student of the Week.
Kamdon Putz, Mishawaka High School: Kamdon is a junior football and basketball player. He always maintains a positive attitude in class and treats class members equally. Kamdon is a good role model for his fellow classmates.
Do you know an outstanding student or want to show some school pride by voting for your school's nominee? Encourage your school to submit a nominee each week to sbtsotw@gmail.com, and watch on The Tribune's website for the weekly poll and results!