The male Student of the Month for the month of December is Bill Osteen. Not only is he an AP student, but he excels as the varsity lacrosse goalie. Bill says that he handles his studies and extracurricular activities with “Time management. It’s definitely tough, especially when I’m really busy. I often have to sacrifice my free time to ensure I get all of my work done.” While Bill does not have a job during the school year, he said, “I typically work during the summer when I have more free time.” Bill makes sure to stay very involved in the community. He stays involved by “Volunteering at the soup kitchen and by tutoring. Also, when I was a Boy Scout I did a lot of volunteer work but now I really only do work with my troop over the summer. I also will make sure I have to do more service work to log for NHS, the National Honors Society. Other than lacrosse, Bill is on the cross country team, the wrestling team, and a member on Student Council. Bill is unsure about what his plans for after high school, but we are sure he will accomplish great successes. Congratulations, Bill! We are excited to see where life takes you!

Paris Hargrave is the female Student of the Month for December. Paris is a cheerleader on the varsity cheer team. Between long practices and school, Paris said, “Handling school while being a varsity cheerleader isn’t easy! I have to make sure I always have enough time to do what’s important. I often stay after school or come in early for tutorial to do homework or when I need help. Also, before the quarter ends, our coach will give us an hour for tutorial before practice which really helps a lot!” Along with cheerleading and school, Paris said “I work at the restaurant Darryls’. I usually work on days we don’t have school or once a week. Typically, I work on the weekends, when I have more free time.” Paris is also very involved in the community, she said, “I am very involved with volunteer work inside and outside of school, most of the volunteer work is with the clubs that I am a part of.” Along with the volunteer work, Paris makes sure to stay very involved with the Page community. Paris said, “I am a part of the Future Teachers of America and the Leo/Lions Club.” After high school, Paris plans to attend UNC Charlotte for Nursing and potentially go into the military and serve as a nurse. Congratulations, Paris! We know you have very special plans ahead of you in the future!