Zoe Cripps is the latest “Classroom Champion”

Zoe Cripps is the recipient of this week’s “Classroom Champion” award presented by Smithville Attorney Jim Judkins and WJLE.
The 11 year old 6th grader at DeKalb Middle School received the award and a special gift card Tuesday from Judkins.
Zoe is the daughter of Patrick and Amy Cripps of Smithville. Her siblings are Callie and Brody.
She is a member of the DeKalb Middle School Student Council, manager for the Saints football team, active member of the Smithville Church of Christ, and a member of the Girl Scouts.
Her hobbies include baking and snorkeling and she enjoys her involvement with Student Council and Girl Scout projects.
Cripps told WJLE that English is one of her favorite subjects in school and one day she would like to become an exotic animal biologist.
“Zoe is an excellent student who is always willing to help others, “said Angela Johnson, Zoe’s 6th grade teacher.
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 for the next several months.
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.