Student of the Month
The Student of the Month program allows the Stewart County High School (SCHS) faculty to recognize outstanding seniors. Each month of the school year a senior student is named Student of the Month for SCHS. These students are selected by for their outstanding character, citizenship, academic credentials, student involvement in activities/organizations, and because they serve as positive role models for underclassmen.
September Student of the Month ~ Kylie Smith
The Stewart County
High School (SCHS) faculty is proud to announce Kylie Smith has been
chosen as September Student of the Month for her outstanding academic
achievement, student involvement, and for serving as an exceptional role
model for underclassmen. Upon completion of high school, Smith plans to
obtain a degree in nursing at Murray State University.
Smith is a
four-year member of HOSA Future Health Professionals. She has held the
positions of Sophomore Vice President, President Elect, and currently
serves as President. As an officer and member of this organization, she
has assisted with fundraising through working as a volunteer at several
chicken dinner sales. Smith has also challenged herself through the
competitive event program as a two-year member of the Biomedical Debate
team which placed fifth at the 2016-17 Tennessee HOSA Leadership
Conference. Cheryl Wooten, health science teacher and HOSA adviser,
compliments Smith’s qualities saying, “It has been said that a person
always doing his or her best becomes a natural leader, just by example.
I believe this perfectly describes Kylie Smith. She gives her all to
everything she attempts and inspires others with her determination and
quiet leadership. It has been a privilege to watch her grow as a HOSA
leader and into an amazing young woman.”
Her outstanding
educational record is a testament to her commitment to academics. Smith
has earned the Black and Gold Academic Award for Advanced Placement U.S.
History. She also has the distinction of being a member of the 30+ ACT
Club which recognizes students for scoring a 30 or above on the test.
She consistently challenges herself through dual enrollment courses in
English, College Algebra, College Statistics, and Introduction to Music.
Math teacher, Marcia Joiner, affirms her dedication to her studies
stating, “Kylie Smith is an outstanding student who possesses a
wonderful work ethic; she is a joy to teach.”
Smith is a
three-year member of the Bonanza Yearbook staff and served as
Co-Business Manager her junior year, and as a senior holds the position
of Portrait Editor. Mary Lambert, business teacher and yearbook adviser,
views Smith as a valuable member of the staff declaring, “Kylie is an
exceptional staff member who can be trusted with any task. Her
conscientiousness drives her to fulfill her responsibilities in a manner
that consistently exceeds expectations. Her attention to detail and her
maturity allows her to be an effective leader and a true team player.
Her servant leadership style is reflected through her actions as well as
her willingness to do any task in order to help the staff achieve its
goals. Her positive and thoughtful contributions to discussions elevate
the creative process as well as the yearbook product. I am certain that
success is in her future.” A multi-faceted individual, Smith was a
three-year member of the SCHS Cheerleading squad, is a two-year member
of the Math Club, and is a member of Beta.
Smith has found her
SCHS experience to be meaningful stating, “My time at Stewart County
High School has taught me the valuable skill of time management. Being
involved in so many school activities and organizations all while being
an honors student has greatly prepared me for my future.”
Kylie is the daughter of Shayna Wallace.
August Student of the Month ~ Joshua Osborne
The Stewart County
High School (SCHS) faculty is pleased to announce Joshua Osborne has
been chosen as August Student of the Month for his outstanding academic
achievement, student involvement, and for serving as an exceptional role
model for underclassmen. Osborne’s plan after high school is to pursue a
degree in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity.
Osborne is known
for his character and his dedication to academics. A 4.0 student, he has
earned Black and Gold Academic Awards for English I, Biology I, Algebra
I, World History, Physical Science, Pre-Calculus, Visual Art II, and
Chemistry I. Selected as a 2018 Tennessee American Legion Boys State
Delegate, Osborne spent a week on the campus of Tennessee Tech
University. The Boys State program allows each participant to become a
part of the operation of his local, county, and state governments
managed by students elected to various offices. Osborne was elected to
the office of County Alderman. Science teacher, Jennifer Cook, praises
Osborne stating, "Josh is that student who exemplifies all the desirable
qualities of an exceptional student. He is respectful and respected,
inquisitive and imaginative, methodical and meticulous. He loves
learning for the sake of learning and uses these most admirable traits
to propel him to the top of the academic heap. Josh is not only one of
the most intelligent students I have had the pleasure of teaching, he is
also one of the most cordial. Being at the top is not only a measure of
your intelligence, but also of your character. Josh has both
intelligence and character to spare."
Osborne is a
two-year member of the Bonanza Yearbook staff where he previously held
the position of Video Editor and currently serves as Photography Editor.
He is a two-year member of the Building Every Asset Right from the Start
(BEARS) team through which he has participated in the mentoring of
elementary aged students. Additionally, he is a three-year member of the
Spanish Club, and a two-year member of Future Business Leaders of
America. Osborne is also a member of Beta and currently holds the
position of Co-President. Lora Black, Library Media Specialist and Beta
Club Adviser, speaks highly of Osborne remarking, “Josh is an
exceedingly remarkable young man whose work ethic and leadership
abilities set him apart from his peers. He moves toward his goals with
attention to detail and clearly values personal growth. I am excited to
see his handprint on Beta Club as he serves as Co-President this year.
His future is bright.”
Getting involved in
the local community through volunteer work is important to Osborne. He
has worked a food drive at Dover First Baptist Church. On Sundays he
works in the nursery at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church on a
weekly basis. Osborne has also spent many hours on various video and
audio projects. He created and edited the 2017 Senior Walk video for
SCHS. For four years he has been responsible for overseeing the audio
for his class football homecoming air shows.
When asked to
reflect on his tenure at SCHS Osborne remarked, “My time at Stewart
County High School has taught me, most importantly, responsibility. This
skill has helped me learn how to complete assignments on time, listen in
class, and try my hardest whenever possible. My teachers have pushed me
to strive for the absolute best at SCHS, and I couldn’t have learned how
to be responsible without them.”
Joshua is the son of Scott and Ellen Osborne.