Samoset Middle School student Orion Edwards-Wilson was one of seven students to be honored with the Outstanding Interpretation Award in the National PTA Reflections student art program. Orion was named a winner for his piece, “A Spark of Hope,” in the music composition category.

Students from across the country were encouraged to submit original works of art in a medium of their choice that reflect the theme “I am Hopeful Because…” The Outstanding Interpretation Award is the national level Reflections top honor and is given to the students who achieve the highest scores for interpretation of the theme.

Recipients each receive an $800 scholarship to further their artistic talents, and their local PTA chapter is awarded $200 to support arts and culture in their community. Congratulations to Orion for this outstanding achievement.

Date Added: 12/5/2024

Samoset Middle School students were visited by Sweethearts & Heroes on Dec. 3 and 4. Sweethearts & Heroes is an organization that travels the nation to inspire students to be upstanders, ignite empathy and become compassionate leaders. The assembly was led by founder Tom Murphy, who presented the idea of H.O.P.E. – “Hold on, possibilities exist.” Murphy then introduced his friend and co-founder, Rick Yarosh, who was severely injured while serving in the U.S. Army in Iraq. Yarosh shared his story and empowered students to provide others with hope.

The anti-bullying presentation gave students strategies to make a difference in others’ lives and tools to jump into action. Seneca students were encouraged to cultivate a supportive school community and spread the message of H.O.P.E. in their classrooms and beyond.

Click here to view the Sweethearts & Heroes Visits Samoset slideshow.

Date Added: 12/4/2024