Centereach, N.Y. (January 2020)—Middle Country Central School District is proud to announce that four exceptional students—Newfield High School senior Nicole Hatzisarris, Centereach High School senior Tyler Padron, Selden Middle School sixth grader Isabella Muccio, and Dawnwood Middle School eighth grader Michael Cosmo—were recognized for excelling in scholarship, citizenship, and community service. These four outstanding students were recipients of the District’s student of the month awards for December 2019.
“It’s the District’s honor to recognize Nicole, Tyler, Isabella and Michael for their distinguished leadership and positive influence on our District,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Roberta Gerold. “Their ability to serve as leaders throughout the school community and dedication as active participants in the District is admirable. We are so proud of our students. Congratulations!”
Newfield High School senior Nicole Hatzisarris was named student of the month for her willingness to give back to the school community, drive to move forward, and academic excellence. With a weighted Grade Point Average (GPA) of 97.24, Nicole plans to major in Mathematics while she attends college in the fall. She will likely start her fall semester as a sophomore given the number of college credits she will have already earned at the end of her senior year. Nicole serves as G.O. Historian and is an active member of the girls varsity leaders club, women’s choir, National Honor Society and varsity tennis team. Outside of school, Nicole is a foster parent for animals through Last Chance Animal Rescue and an active donator for the Wounded Warrior Project of which she received the Marine Corps Certificate of Appreciation.
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Nicole is described by teachers as a good-natured person who goes out of her way to help those around her. She has presented herself as a leader to underclassmen and fellow seniors by conducting herself professionally and with grace. Her insight and generosity to those around her has been a tremendous asset to Newfield High School and the Middle Country community.
Centereach High School’s senior, Tyler Padron, was recognized for his compassion, kindness and spirit. His unique ability to continuously search for the silver lining of every situation has emitted waves of positivity throughout the building. Tyler—a dedicated worker—strives to help those around him by encouraging his peers to branch out and try new things. Tyler is described by his teachers as an individual who is always willing to go the extra mile.
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Come the fall, Tyler will be pursuing a liberal arts degree at Suffolk County Community College and plans to transfer to SUNY Farmingdale where he will study communications. He aspires to become a sports radio show host for ESPN.
Dawnwood Middle School’s eighth grade student Michael Cosmo was selected as student of the month in recognition of his self-motivation and work ethic. With an overall average of 99.63, Michael sets an example of excellence and good citizenship by consistently providing a helping hand to his peers. In each classroom, Michael is an active participant in discussions and activities. Thoughtful, kind and quick-witted, Michael is dedicated to pursuing his education and can often be found reaching for a book after completing his classwork.
Isabella Muccio, sixth grade student at Selden Middle School, was named Student of the Month because of her academic vigor and positive attitude that shines throughout the building. Isabella has maintained a cumulative GPA of 98.3 and is an active member of the school community. This includes student government, the Environmental/Plant Club and Youth for Humanity Club. Isabella will be presenting data from a recent field trip at the Brookhaven National Laboratory later this year. Outside the classroom, Isabella is involved with lacrosse, dance, and Girl Scouts. She recently earned the Girl Scouts’ Bronze Award for her participation at a local soup kitchen.
For more information regarding Middle Country School District and its students’ many achievements, please visit the District’s website: https://www.mccsd.net/.
