Athlete, Student of the Month
Hayley Swiech has been selected as the Athlete of the Week at Prairie Central Jr. High by her volleyball coach, Sandy Ropp. Hayley, a seventh grader, is the daughter of Amy and Jeremy Swiech of Fairbury.
“Hayley has such a desire to become a better volleyball player and over the past few weeks she has had several 'aha' moments,” Ropp said. “She has come on several occasions and said, 'Coach, I know now why you keep asking us to move closer to the net on a short serve.' Or, 'I'm seeing who or where I want to serve on the court.
“She is not afraid to ask questions when she wants to understand a concept or a skill better and gets so excited when it all comes together for her. Hayley has a wonderful work ethic and brings a positive and supportive presence to the team.”
Hayley is involved in school and community activities. Besides volleyball, she is involved in softball, Cares Clowns and wants to be more involved with student council next year.
In the community, Hayley is involved with the Sharks swim team, Fairbury Baptist Youth Group and the Pontiac Dance Center.
Hayley enjoys spending time with family and friends, putting puzzles together with her mom, traveling and “doing anything to keep busy.”
Student of the Week
Jennifer Gomez has been named Student of the Week at Prairie Central Jr. High by her math teacher Patti Davis. Jennifer, a seventh grader from Forrest, is the daughter of Eva Reyes and Guillermo Gomez.
“Jennifer is so willing to help,” Davis said. “She's my techno-geek.”
Jennifer is involved in track and FFA. She enjoys sports and clubs and working on hobbies. She plans to attend the University of Michigan after high school.
This article originally appeared on Pontiac Daily Leader: Prairie Central Jr. High Athlete and Student of the Week
