Gowanda Middle School 5th graders continue to set a high bar for their peers through leadership and character.
Gowanda Middle School is proud to announce the 5th Grade Star Students for January 2026. These individuals were selected by their teachers for consistently demonstrating the core values that define a successful student and a kind community member.
Criteria for Excellence
Being named a Star Student is a significant achievement. Teachers look for students who go above and beyond in their daily school life, specifically exhibiting:
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Responsibility and Punctuality: Managing tasks and arriving ready to learn.
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Perseverance: Working hard through difficult assignments and new challenges.
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Kindness and Respect: Showing compassion toward others and maintaining a positive attitude.
January 2026 Honorees
We are thrilled to congratulate the following students for their outstanding contributions to our school culture:
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Ella Jones
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Faith Graham
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Justine Printup
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A’Mora Brooks
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Sage Staufonberger
Their willingness to try new things and their dedication to good behavior make them true role models at GMS.
Looking Ahead
The Star Student program continues to highlight the positive behavior of our middle schoolers. We encourage all students to keep striving for excellence and showing their Panther Pride every day.
Keep up the outstanding work!