Sebring seventh-grader Kaydence Carver, a recent recipient of the Ohio Lottery’s “All-Star Award,” was surprised with the honorable recognition by her social studies teacher, Keely Kandel, who privately nominated her earlier this year.
The Ohio Lottery’s Partners in Education Academic All-Star Award recognizes students in Kindergarten through 12th grade who have exhibited academic achievement, community involvement, citizenship and leadership in and out of the classroom.
“Kaydence always goes above and beyond with her school work and demonstrates great leadership by helping her classmates without being asked,” said Kandel. “She receives direction very well, knows exactly what is expected of her, and takes the initiative to be thorough in her work, always giving her full potential.”
Carver received a $100 gift card, a certificate of excellence and a prize pack filled with Academic All-Star supplies and gear.
“I feel amazed and honored that I was chosen for this award,” said Carver. “I’m very thankful. I’ve never really received anything like this before.”
Carver keeps busy outside of the classroom as well. She is a member of the volleyball, basketball and track teams, as well as a member of the Sebring McKinley Drama Club.