October 10, 2022
By: Bill Conger
Some of the best students at DeKalb West were honored recently with induction into the local chapter of the National Jr. Beta Club.
Selected as club officers were the following: President Ethan Brown, Olivia George, Vice President; Miah Johnson, Secretary; Hannah Brown, Chaplain, Raegan Murphy, reporter; 7th grade representative, Sophie Desimone and 6th grade representative, Gabe Blair. They were recognized in a special candlelight ceremony Thursday (October 6) in the school’s gym.
President Ethan Brown welcomed the newest Junior Beta members and presented them with certificates signifying their prestigious accomplishment. 6th grade students selected to join were Gabe Blair, Adam Brown, Adonis Cooprider, Levi Cripps, Bella Gonzalez, Mia Hall, MaKenna Lomas, Halia McDaniel, Kaden Mullinax, Kate Pistole, and Kaylee Womack.
“I am proud of these students for working hard for our school and our community,” DWS Lead Junior Club Sponsor Jessica Antoniak said. “They have already shown great leadership this school year and are great examples for everyone in our school.’
Students are invited to join the club when they have an A/B grade average and exhibit excellent character.