A.C. Whelan School recognizes students for exemplifying empathy

By Melissa Moore-Randall

One June 10, the A.C. Whelan School proudly honored students who exemplify “Empathy” in their daily words and actions. The students consistently show care, understanding and compassion toward others, making the school a more supportive and welcoming place for all. This round of nominations came from our classroom teachers, who recognized students for their ability to put themselves in others’ shoes, respond with kindness and uplift their peers.

As part of the celebration, students participated in a meaningful activity where they created Get Well and Best Wishes cards for patients at a children’s hospital. Their heartfelt messages and thoughtful artwork were a powerful reminder of the impact that empathy can have beyond our school walls.

To honor their achievement, students also received a heartfelt parent letter from the staff member who nominated them, recognizing their empathy, a classroom award to proudly display in their learning space and a takeaway pack symbolizing kindness, care and emotional strength.

The winners were Liz Roberto, Gianna Garcia Ospina, Luvah Shayka Maharjan, Abby Lopez, Kaia Rose, Brayden Stanley, Zeyad Kacmi, Ava Armata, Amir Eltaybany, Olivia Tran, Theos Chrys Dor, Daneliz Perez Felix, Jeralise Maldonado Flores, Santino Brangiforte, Ariadna Torres Herrara, Nicholas Enamorado, Sofia Vanegas Valencia, Abbriella Bianchino, Hari Prajapati, Benjamin Bastianeli, Mailyne Galdamez Morales, Laura Dos Santo Rodrigues, Emmanuel Landaverde, Bentley Smith, Elias Aviles-Perez, Seerat Banwait, Juan Alvarez Rojas, Esmeralda Enamorado, Santiago Giraldo Franco, Julya Do Carmo, Nidal Oulaite, Cree Thomas, Sarah Alves de Azevedo, Milha Velasquez and Anisa Ramos.