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Windsor Locks Students Recognized by Farmington Valley Superintendents' Association

The Farmington Valley Superintendents’ Association formally recognized student leaders during a ceremony at the Farmington Country Club Friday, Nov. 22, 2013.

The honor was part of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Student Recognition Program, which honors students who maintain good scholastic progress, exhibit leadership and serve at school and in their communities. Most recognize a student at the middle school level and one in high school.

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“All the students in this room are to be commended,” said Canton Superintendent Kevin D. Case, who hosted this year’s awards. “This is quite a distinct honor.”

State Sen. Kevin Witkos was the special speaker at the event. Witkos spoke of leadership and the contributions of many in society, including members of the military. He told the students that despite their successes it would still take a lot of hard work to be a leader in society. 

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Both speakers mentioned the timing of the program coinciding with the 50th anniversary of president John F. Kennedy’s Assassination.

Both said Kennedy took risks and led the country through many trials.

And in times like the aftermath of his death, and 9-11, leadership is most important, Witkos said.

“It is in times of feat that strong leadership guides us to recovery,” Witkos said.

Windsor Lock students honored at the event include (followed by a full speech about each): 

Meghan Flaherty 

Meghan Flaherty is a warm, compassionate individual who is well-known by her vibrant smile and positive attitude towards her peers and faculty.  She is a role model student who has mastered the art of balancing academics, extra-curricular activities, and community service.  Meghan has spent countless hours inside and outside the school community be joining Stage Crew, Principal’s Advisory, Blue Sky Committee, Positive Behavior Intervention Committee (PBIS), Town Meeting Committee and Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA).  Meghan was a significant contributor to the “Names Can Really Hurt Us” Program through the Anti-Defamation League and as a result helped to establish a “Big Jump” group that teaches the same principles to the middle school students.  Additionally, Meghan is actively pursuing her college and career pathway through a personally designed Independent Study serving as a teacher’s assistant with a cooperating mentor/middle school mathematics teacher.  Meghan currently assists the 6th grade class with lesson planning, instruction and intervention.  Meghan’s teachers describe her as sincere, diligent, hard-working and a valued member of our school community.  With her endless drive, dedication and positive outlook, Meghan Flaherty is the picture of a 21st century learner and is deserving of the 2013 CAPSS Award.

Joshua Lambert

Joshua Lambert is a bright, hard-working young man.  He has devoted a great deal of time and energy to his academics and involvement in the school community.  Josh’s goal is to become a school administrator and he has taken every opportunity that will prepare him to achieve that goal.  Josh has challenged himself academically through Advance Placement courses as well as enrolling in a course at Asnuntuck Community College.  Josh is highly respected by the students, faculty and administration at our High School.  Josh has been inducted into the National Honors Society in recognition of his leadership, service, character and scholarship.  He is a student representative to our Board of Education.  He attends Board of Education meetings regularly and presents relevant information to the group.  Josh was voted the Student Government Public Relations Officer for his class all four years of high school and is a Student Council Officer.  He has played a key role in organizing many events at Windsor Locks High School.  Josh serves along with the Principal of the High School as the Co-Chair of the Student Advisory Committee.  He is responsible for the communication of information to classmates and faculty on school related events where he has created announcements, held meetings, designed and maintained a bulletin board and used social media to keep his peers informed.  Athletically, Josh has excelled on the soccer field and on our track.  He has a remarkable ability to balance academics with extracurricular activities.  Josh’s vision not only for his own future but for the future of all students at Windsor Locks High School has helped to forge pathways and opportunities that will benefit students for years to come.


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