October 2024 Bearcats of Character Recognized
The Aledo ISD Board of Trustees recognized this latest group of students named Bearcats of Character for the 2024-2025 school year on Monday night for the character trait open mindedness.
Open-minded individuals are able to weigh all evidence fairly, when it is available. They see the other side and fight the tendency to have a bias for their own views. Individuals displaying the character strength of open-mindedness are more likely to make accurate decisions — and decisions that they won’t regret. Open-minded individuals are often good listeners and called upon to provide a balanced viewpoint, both traits that are known to guide individuals to form meaningful and lasting relationships.
Congratulations to the following students, Aledo ISD's October 2024 Bearcats of Character!
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Aledo High School: Will Byrd, 11th grade
Will shows the character trait of being open-minded by actively listening to others’ viewpoints, considering new ideas without bias, and being willing to change his opinions when presented with compelling evidence or new information. He is also open to exploring different experiences and learning from them.
Aledo Learning Center: Merril McConnell, 12th grade
Her English teacher, Mrs. Robert, states that Merril has a kind heart and a level of acceptance that's rare. She takes time to understand different perspectives and is willing to listen and reconsider her views. Her thoughtful approach to others demonstrates her openness to new ideas and her ability to see beyond the surface.
Daniel Ninth Grade: Carrington Stuntz, 9th grade
Carrington is always open to learning things about others and is always respectful when listening to people. Carrington loves helping people with problems they are facing and is never afraid to show herself.
Aledo Middle School: Elliott Skinner, 6th grade
Elliott consistently shows open-mindedness in class discussions and activities. He is always willing to consider new ideas and perspectives, even when those ideas differ from his own. His ability to listen respectfully to his peers and thoughtfully reflect on different viewpoints greatly enhances classroom conversations. His openness to learning from others shows a mature and adaptable mindset, which will serve him well in future academic and personal challenges.
McAnally Middle School: Isabelle Hipps, 8th grade
Mrs. Burke nominated Isabelle for her exemplary display of open-mindedness in Yearbook class. Izzy demonstrates open-mindedness by considering a variety of design ideas, themes and story ideas, showing respect for different creative approaches. She actively seeks feedback from peers and is open to revising her work based on suggestions to improve the overall quality. Izzy embraces new techniques and perspectives, contributing positively to group projects and encouraging collaboration. Congratulations, Isabelle!
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Early Childhood Academy: Phoenix Jesseph, Pre-Kindergarten
Phoenix's teacher, Ms. Kimberling, shares that Phoenix has demonstrated remarkable open-mindedness this month, embracing new ideas and perspectives with enthusiasm. She actively listens to her peers and engages in thoughtful discussions, fostering an inclusive environment in the classroom. Whether exploring new topics or collaborating on group activities, Phoenix shows a genuine willingness to consider different viewpoints which inspires others to do the same. Phoenix's ability to remain curious and kind not only enriches her own learning but also contributes to our school community.
Annetta Elementary School: Hattie Stephens, 3rd grade
Hattie is always willing to help others and works well in any group situation. She is a great listener and is patient with her peers. She has a love for learning and trying new things. She is an open-minded leader in our classroom!
Coder Elementary School: Esther Wood, 5th grade
Esther shows a great willingness to listen to new ideas and consider different viewpoints, even when they are unfamiliar or challenging. She embraces each new experience with curiosity and an eagerness to learn, which helps her grow and encourages her classmates to do the same. Esther’s open-minded attitude makes our classroom a more inclusive and thoughtful place.
McCall Elementary School: Gage Larkin, 4th grade
Gage was recognized for his open-mindedness by his classmates, who voted for him to receive this recognition. His classmates noted that Gage is always willing to listen to their ideas, even when they differ from his own. He consistently listens to various perspectives, asks thoughtful questions, and shows a genuine interest in understanding others' ideas during group work!
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Lynn McKinney Elementary School: Wyatt Kearns, 3rd grade
Wyatt consistently demonstrates open-mindedness in our classroom, pod space, specials, and at recess. He listens attentively when his classmates share different ideas, even if they are different from his own thinking. Wyatt is always willing to explore new approaches and tries out other peoples ideas, showing his willingness to adapt. When faced with a new challenge or task (such as coming to a new school district!), Wyatt approaches it with curiosity, eager to learn something new!
Stuard Elementary School: Grey Quinlan, 2nd grade
Grey is always willing to consider others’ perspectives with an open mind. He is empathetic and has an understanding of the beauty of people's differences and the value this brings to our world. He asks thoughtful questions and thinks outside the box with his creative ideas. Stuard is so proud of you for being so open-minded!
Vandagriff Elementary School: Brayden Turdo, 5th Grade
Brayden always follows directions and encourages others to be willing to try new things. Even though he is new to Vandagriff, he is always finding new ways to learn and grow.
Walsh Elementary School: Anaya Bhandari, 4th Grade
Anaya is always eager to listen to her classmates, no matter how different their ideas may be. Whether it’s a new game at recess or a unique project in class, she approaches everything with curiosity and enthusiasm. In group discussions, Anaya encourages her friends to share their thoughts and often encourages their curiosity. She loves to learn from others and appreciates diverse perspectives, making everyone feel valued. Her ability to embrace new concepts, whether in science or math, inspires her classmates to think outside the box.
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