Big Sioux Media and Luv My Sweets are proud to continue the “Cardinal of the Month” campaign for the 2021-2022 school year! Every month students from Dell Rapids St Mary will be chosen to be recognized as “Cardinals of the Month”. We want to not only recognize the hard work that students put in the classroom with their studies, but also the great things they are doing inside the school and out in the community, such as being positive role models to younger students, lending a helping hand without asking, or community service. Administration and staff will be nominating and selecting students each month. Big Sioux Media will be recognizing those students on our website, presenting them with a certificate, and treats from Luv My Sweets!
If you spot a student exhibiting the qualities listed in the community, and would like to nominate them for Cardinal of the Month, email us at admin@bigsiouxmedia.com. We’ll send your comments to the appropriate school for the administration to consider them as a nominee!
October Cardinals of the Month
Dell Rapids St Mary Elementary School – Clara Shaykett: According to her nomination, Clara is a great role model for living out her faith. When someone is in need of help, this Cardinal is right there to help out. If there is a disagreement going on, she will try and help them talk it through, or help those involved to see both sides of an issue. Clara’s classroom prayer typically includes praying for others. Her positive attitude shines forth daily and can be seen in her words and actions. All of these attributes make her a great candidate for Cardinal of the month. We are proud to have Clara at St. Mary School!
Dell Rapids St Mary High School – John Pica: John’s leadership ability is one of the first things people notice about him. A nominating teacher said, “John is a kind, vocal, and caring leader in our school. From the classroom, to choir, to the football field, to the gym, John is not afraid to be a leader in any situation.” You even hear it in the hallways, where John will tell a fellow student to do something right if they are acting wrong. His leadership is noticed by all, as a teacher stated, “John leads by example and gives back to his school, church, and community. John is a great role model to our younger students at St. Mary, and is a great example of how you can be involved in athletics and fine arts.” John is the kind of student that any school would be lucky to have, because he carries himself with high morals and expects the same of others around him. He’s an excellent example of what we hope all St. Mary students to be, which makes him an excellent choice as the 7-12 Cardinal of the Month for the month of October. Congratulations John!
October Winners
- Grades K-6: Clara S.
- Grades 7-12: John P.
September Winners
- Grades K-6: Allie H.
- Grades 7-12: Kade L.
