Samantha Kimber of South Kingstown High School voted Providence Journal Student of the Week
The votes are in, and the two students nominated for The Providence Journal Student of the Week received high marks.
But only one could be chosen for the top honors: Samantha Kimber of South Kingstown High School.
Samantha was nominated for her dedication to her studies and work and for giving back to her community.
"Samantha has taken advantage of two of South Kingstown High School’s career and technical education (CTE) programs: Certified Nursing Assistant and Emergency Medical Technician. Her passion for health care and her drive to excel in both academic and extracurricular activities set her apart as a remarkable student and a future leader in the health care field.
"Samantha has completed 50 hours of clinical work at a local nursing home, gaining valuable hands-on experience in patient care. Samantha's dedication to learning and serving others was further evidenced by her successful completion of the written and skills State exam, allowing her to gain her state CNA license," her nomination said.
"Samantha is a dedicated honors student who takes challenging courses, including AP Biology and AP Chemistry, to prepare for her future career in nursing. Her commitment to her studies is evident in her academic achievements and her desire to make a positive impact in the world as a registered nurse.
"Samantha is not only dedicated to her studies and work but also to giving back to her community. She has volunteered for multiple causes, including organizing successful fundraisers, hosting soup kitchens, Relay for Life, and providing medical care for Special Olympics athletes. Her commitment to service and compassion for others makes her a standout student and a role model for her peers."
Samantha received 88.1% of the vote.
The Journal has asked principals, teachers and guidance counselors from across the state to participate in the Student of the Week program by sending nominations for their top student. The decision on who comes out on top is up to voters.
Besides Samantha, the other student considered this week was:
Emely Mezquita, The Met High School
Emely is an exceptional student, both in her dedication to produce high-quality work and inspire others. She immigrated to the United States from the Dominican Republic in 2018 and quickly learned a second language. Recently, Emely demonstrated exceptional research, preparation, and maturity when she interviewed a surgical oncologist to learn more about the career – and was offered an internship with the surgeon on the spot. The doctor was impressed with the depth of Emely's questions, the fluency of her language skills in both English and Spanish, and her ability to professionally interact with staff.
This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: Providence Journal Student of the Week: Samantha Kimber of SKHS
