STUDENT OF THE WEEK: AQUIDNECK SCHOOL SECOND GRADER SYDNEY PURNELL
MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (DECEMBER 13, 2024) – In each of the schools across Middletown, there are students doing excellent, noteworthy things. As part of a feature from the town, a different student will be spotlighted for their efforts to make Middletown a special place to live, work and play.
Name: Sydney Purnell
School: Aquidneck School
Grade: Second P
Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Melissa and Justin Purnell
Accomplishment(s): Second Grade Teacher Shannon Dugan said Sydney “works hard everyday.”
Dream Job: “To become a teacher because I love school.”
Favorite Meal: Lasagna with salad and fruit salad
Free Time: “Play outside with my friends in the neighborhood.”
Best Part Of Middletown: “I like to hang out at school.”
Inspirations: “To watch cheerleaders do their stunts.”
Top Hangouts: “I like to hangout at school and at my friends house. At school, I like to do math and read. At my friends house, I like to have sleepovers.”
Recommended Reading: My favorite book series are Critter Club and Owl Diaries.
Best Subject In School: “I like all the co-curriculars because it is fun and hands-on.”
Teacher/Staff Member I’d Like To Thank: “I would like to thank all of the teachers at Aquidneck School because they help me learn and so much fun.”
Comment From Teacher/Sta Member: “Sydney is a great little girl,” Dugan said. "She comes into class ready to learn. She will help anyone in class without questioning who she is working with. She is motivated and wants to learn everyday.” Document Link: https://mdl.town/SOW-Sydney-Purnell