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1. Laura Valmanis is the ideal candidate to be
honored with placement on Ragan's Wall She
is a student who stands out in any crowd of high school students no
matter whether the measuring stick is scholarship, leadership, humanity,
involvement, or positive influence on others. It is a joy to know
her and to work with her daily!
Laura makes the most of her many talents
with strong determination, an unbeatable positive outlook on every
situation and a willingness to put in whatever hard work it takes to
achieve her goals.
I have watched her gather others into study groups
for test review and work cooperatively with them to be sure they all are
thoroughly ready for the test. Not only has this resulted in very
high grades on the test for all of them, but it has also had dramatic
effects on turning around the attitudes of the students in her
self-organized group. They are now working harder and see
themselves as more successful. Her optimism and happy attitude are
very contagious. I have yet to see a day when she has not come in
with the big smile on her face and a bright outlook on the day's
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Laura is very concerned about people and problems all over the world and
very generous of her time to help others. She is involved in multiple
activities involving leadership and service: National Honor Society with the
most volunteer hours and as the treasurer, Habitat for Humanity, SADD (Students
Against Destructive Decisions), LINK
(a mentoring group of 11th and 12th graders helping incoming freshmen) Crew, CLASS
(Chemically Free Leadership and Student Support which organizes chemically free
outings and activities), Youth Teaching Youth, Cap Agency, Model United Nations, camp
counselor, religious education teacher, AATG German Summer-Study Program,
Deutsch Culture Club, sports, band, plays speech team, and concession stand
work. In all of her activities she is a positive leader who encourages
others and brings out the best in them. Does Laura Valdmanis demonstrate
generosity, a positive attitude, a strong character, and a good sized list of
person accomplishments? Definitely yes, and she is a great role model who
deserves the honor of placement on Ragan's Wall.
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a) attitude - Laura is always upbeat, positive and enthusiastic.
b) character - She is a young lady of integrity. I would trust her to
the end of the earth.
c) accomplishmentsm Jr./Sr. Years |