Jesus the Good Shepherd School

Amy Fakhre, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic School Development Office

Louisiana Catholic 5th Grade Student of the Year: Rosemary Paxton

Congratulations To Jesus The

GOOD SHEPHERD

SCHOOL STUDENT,

ROSEMARY PAXTON, FOR BEING NAMED AS THE LOUISIANA CATHOLIC SCHOOL 5TH GRADE STUDENT OF THE YEAR! This program recognizes outstanding 5th, 8th and 12th grade students who have demonstrated excellence in discipleship, leadership, service, citizenship, and academic achievement.

Rosemary contended with her peers at the school level before advancing to the Diocesan Student of the Year competition. A total of 21 finalists from the regional level were chosen to advance on to the state competition. Prior to being selected as 5th Grade Catholic Student of the Year, Rosemary had to submit a personal portfolio and complete an in-person interview and writing assessment for the judges.

Bishop Francis Malone of the Diocese of Shreveport commended Rosemary on her writing assessment saying, “I am happy that you wrote that your faith, family, and friendships are important to you, in that order.” He also acknowledged that Rosemary had made a remarkable accomplishment at such a young age and encouraged her to “continue to put your best foot forward in all that you do and continue to let the light of Christ shine brightly through your words and actions.”

It is an honor to have Rosemary represent Jesus the Good Shepherd School, the Diocese of Shreveport, and the state of Louisiana as 5th Grade Catholic Student of the Year! Rosemary, along with her fellow 8th and 12th grade Students of the Year, will be presented to the Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education on June 14th in Baton Rouge.