{"id":410040,"date":"2024-06-10T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-10T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/?p=410040"},"modified":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"-0001-11-29T14:00:00","slug":"Sidur-Villaspir-lead-45-Rota-promotees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/index.php\/Sidur-Villaspir-lead-45-Rota-promotees\/","title":{"rendered":"Sidur, Villaspir lead 45 Rota promotees"},"content":{"rendered":"

The CNMI\u2019s southernmost and friendliest island of Rota promoted 45 students to high school, as Sayema A. Sidur was named the valedictorian, while Jashly G. Villaspir was the salutatorian during their promotion ceremony last Thursday at the Dr. Rita Hocog Inos Jr. High School campus.<\/p>\n

Sidur was also the recipient of the Board of Education Academic Excellence Award presented by BOE chair Maisie B. Tenorio and BOE member Andrew L. Orsini.<\/p>\n

The Commissioner of Education Excellence Award was presented to Villaspir by Education Commissioner Dr. Lawrence F. Camacho and his key management.<\/p>\n

The Subject Merit Awards were also recognized.<\/p>\n

Sidur received the awards for English, Math, Social Studies, Chamorro, Computer, and Leadership Corps.<\/p>\n

Villaspir received the awards for English, Leadership Corps., and Career and Fine Arts.<\/p>\n

Nitu Ali received the awards for English, Science, Chamorro, and Leadership Corps.<\/p>\n

Haani Joy Barcinas had the awards for Chamorro and Physical Education.<\/p>\n

Hailey Sage Chuman Manglona received the award for PE, and Sophia Barcinas, Raiahli Barcinas, Iha Farah Muna Hocog, J\u2019ana Edat Ogo Hocog, and Hannah Isabel Reyes Salas received the award for Computer.<\/p>\n

In Sidur\u2019s speech, she said she never imagined herself to be the top student considering the challenges she faced when she first moved to Rota from Bangladesh. She shared her struggles learning English, but with the unwavering support of her teachers, from home, and her friends, she navigated through it.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe journey from struggling to understand basic instructions to standing here as the valedictorian has been incredible. It\u2019s proof of what perseverance can do and how much supportive relationships matter. I\u2019m really grateful for the guidance and encouragement I\u2019ve received along the way-this achievement wouldn\u2019t have been possible without it,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cI want to express my heartfelt gratitude to my family for their constant support and belief in me.<\/p>\n

Your love, encouragement, and sacrifices have been the foundation of my success, and I am deeply thankful for everything you\u2019ve done for me.\u201d<\/p>\n

She also thanked her teachers for their dedication and care, and her friends for their support during her journey.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs we finish middle school, it feels surreal because it went by so quickly, and as we transition into high school, I hope we all keep pushing ourselves, even though it\u2019s a mix of scary and super exciting challenges. So, let\u2019s get out there and start creating our own opportunities. Because remember, they don\u2019t just happen, we make them happen,\u201d said Sidur.<\/p>\n

For Villaspir, she said, \u201cI am honored to stand before you today as the salutatorian of this class. It brings me so much pride and gratitude. It marks the end of an incredible chapter and the beginning of an exciting new chapter in our lives. Thinking back to our first day in middle school. We were so nervous yet excited, stepping into a new chapter. Since then, we\u2019ve faced many challenges, enjoyed memorable school events, and survived those awkward moments that have bonded us together.\u201d<\/p>\n

She thanked her parents Johana and Jayson, and her family for their support, encouragement, and patience, and love. She also thanked her teachers and the school\u2019s staff for their passion and dedication, and her friends for their companionship and laughter.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy fellow classmates, I know we will achieve great things. Whether you\u2019re pursuing honors classes, joining new clubs, or trying out for sports teams, or doing it all- I believe in you.<\/p>\n

Continue to follow your passions, stay true to yourselves, and never forget where you came from. Like our advisors always say, \u201cStay Humble!\u201d, said Villaspir.<\/p>\n

In Education Commissioner Dr. Lawrence F. Camacho\u2019s message, he said he wanted the students to give a round of applause to their parents and community who shaped them, the family of educators\/teachers and staff leadership under the direction of Annette Calvo, and the BOE and administrators that have come here to celebrate with them, along with lawmakers and officials from the municipality.<\/p>\n

He said, \u201cWhen I saw you walk toward the stage, there\u2019s so much pride. I felt a big sense of accomplishment\u2026 because you are ready to take on another phase in your life. I ask you to continue to listen, understand and continue to take advantage of the learning opportunities around you, because after high school, we will need you\u2026 one day you will leave us\u2026 but please use what you\u2019ve learned, and we will see you in high school.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Valedictorian of Dr. Rita Hocog Inos Jr. High School and BOE Academic Excellence Award recipient, Sayema A. Sidur, third right, poses with her family and BOE acting chair Maisie B. Tenorio, left, and member Andrew L. Orsini, right, during the promotion ceremony last Thursday on Rota.<\/p>\n

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Salutatorian of Dr. Rita Hocog Inos Jr. High School and COE Academic Excellence Award recipient, Jashly G. Villaspir, fifth from left, poses with her family and Education Commissioner Dr. Lawrence F. Camacho, center, and his key management during the promotion ceremony on Rota last Thursday.<\/p>\n

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The Subject Merit Award recipients presented by Dr. Rita Hocog Inos Jr. High School Principal Annette Calvo, left, pose with RHI middle school teachers during the promotion ceremony on Rota last Thursday.<\/p>\n

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Dr. Rita Hocog Inos Jr. High School valedictorian Sayema A. Sidur.<\/p>\n

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Dr. Rita Hocog Inos Jr. High School salutatorian Jashly G. Villaspir.<\/p>\n

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