Aly Griffith Named “Classroom Champion”

This week’s “Classroom Champion” award goes to Aly Griffith, a rising seventh grader at DeKalb West School.
The award was presented in the spring by Smithville Attorney Jim Judkins.
Aly is the daughter of Ron and Mindy Griffith.
A student last year in Jessica Antoniak’s class, Aly is a sports-driven girl. She played third base this past season for the DeKalb Middle School softball team, was a member of the Junior Varsity for the Lady Bulldogs, and played in the travel league for the DeKalb County Diamonds. She also helps coach her brother’s coach pitch team. A member of the Junior Beta and FCA Clubs, Aly wants some day to work in the medical profession as a Physical Therapist or Pharmacist.
In an effort to recognize achievements of students in the DeKalb County School System, WJLE has partnered with attorney Judkins in featuring a “Classroom Champion” each week.
The name of the student selected each week will be announced on WJLE and will be featured on the WJLE website. Each student winning will receive a plaque and a gift certificate.
“This is our way of recognizing and celebrating the achievements of the future citizens and leaders of the community. It can benefit their learning and overall school atmosphere and climate. The students’ selection is based on academic performance, responsibility and work ethic, leadership abilities, and citizenship and character,” said Judkins.