Lions Club honors students

Raeanne Thompson, an 11thgrader at Cazenovia High School, was honored as September 2022’s student of the month.

She is the daughter of Kevin and Rosemary Thompson of Cazenovia.

Thompson was nominated by faculty members Julie Frear, Christine Brenneck and Joe Schettine.

In their nominaiton they wrote the following:

“Raeanne is an exemplary student athlete and an amazing baker. Every morning she is welcoming teachers and other students. She is a talented artist taking independent study. She often uses her creativity to make gifts and cards for fellow classmates and teachers. She loves to cheer people up and will bake treats to share on many occasions. Raeny is a leader in the Friends of Rachel Club and the Caz Crew where she mentors eighth grade students. She is also in student government representing her class. This eleventh grader is also an athlete involved in soccer as both a varsity player and a community referee for younger players. Finally, Raeny always has a smiling face at student activities.”

Tara Pratt is a ninth grader at Cazenovia High School.

She has been selected as the Cazenovia Lions Club October 2022 student of the month.

Pratt is the daughter of Teresa and Nathan Pratt of Canastota.

She was nominated by faculty member Kara Stauffer.

Stauffer wrote of Pratt: “Tara is actively involved in the Cazenovia Community Preschool. In October, she helped organize the Trunk or Treat community Halloween event. It was held on October 30th at the Sean Googin Memorial Sports Complex. She solicited volunteers at the high school and helped run the event, which also included face painting, crafts, and games. The event was well-attended and was a very successful fundraiser for the Preschool. In addition to her dedication serving the Cazenovia community, Tara also serves her school community. This fall, she was unable to play on the girls’ soccer l From page 1 Village repurposing of the college campus.