12/10/25 Elementary & Middle School Student of the Week – Rebekah Bilyk
December 10, 2025
Gabriel Patterson, a junior at Woodstock North High School, is the son of Eric and Julie Patterson. His teacher said, “Throughout his junior year he has challenged himself academically by […]
Nicanor (Nick) Moreno-Rojas, a freshman at Woodstock High School, is the son of Antonieta Rojas. His teacher said, “Nick is an absolute delight to talk to and be around. He […]
Madelyn Kirchner, a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School, is the daughter of Megan and Matthew Kirchner. Her teacher said, “Maddie is an exceptional young woman whose work ethic, […]
Alyson Jordan, a senior at Woodstock North High School, is the daughter of Adam and Nicole Jordan. Her teacher said, “Alyson has been an exceptional student in physical education at […]
Abby Mitchell, a junior at Woodstock High School, is the daughter of Jennifer Mitchell. Her teacher said, “Abby is an incredible young woman. She is very dedicated to her friends […]
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