Sarah Phillips is New Hanover County Schools' Student of the Week
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Student name: Sarah Phillips
School: Holly Shelter Middle School
Grade: 8
Best subject: Math
Least favorite subject: ELA
Favorite quote or saying: I am a big athlete and something my coach has told me is “embrace the burn” which helps me go faster
What drives you crazy? When people say they can’t do something
What makes you happy? When I accomplish a goal
Favorite book: "If I Stay"
Favorite movie: "The Aeronauts"
Favorite color: Green
Favorite food: P.T's Grille
What do you do for fun? For fun I like to clean
Whom do you admire most, and why? I most admire my swim coach Jack Eichenlaub because he has taught me a lot of valuable lessons. He has showed me that I can do more than I think. He is very supportive while I am in the pool. He has also taught me leadership. He has a very strong opinion about leadership, and he has showed me the value of it.
Educational goal: I would love to go to Villanova for college.
Career goal: I would like to pursue in business when I get older,
For Jenel Liston, school counselor, teacher, how does this student’s exemplary behavior illustrate the goals your school is pursuing? Sarah is very involved in the Holly Shelter community. She is a multi-sport athlete and an active member in clubs/ activities including national junior honor society. She is a true leader and role model both on the field and in the classroom. Her unwavering kindness and positive attitude are inspiring! We are so lucky to have her as a member of our Holly Shelter family.
This article originally appeared on Wilmington StarNews: Sarah Phillips is New Hanover County Schools' Student of the Week
