Crestline honors pair of 6th-graders for character, citizenship

Character and citizenship are highly esteemed at Crestline School. Each year, two exemplary sixth-graders are awarded for these qualities at the Sixth Grade Recognition Program.

The Elizabeth Howard Award is named after a former assistant principal at Crestline who was known for placing an emphasis on citizenship.  Fifth- and sixth-grade teachers nominate and vote for students according to the following criteria: a positive attitude, school spirit, a willingness to help others, cooperation, dependability, persistence and consideration of others. This year’s 43rd winner of the Elizabeth Howard Award was Crawford McDuffie.  

Crestline added another prestigious award in 2014 in honor of David H. Key, a man of exemplary character who retired after 40 years of service to Crestline Elementary School. The sixth-grade teachers look for a student who is trustworthy, a person of integrity, loyal, fair and honest. The winner of the David H. Key Character Award was Nora Morosini.  

– Submitted by Mary Evans.