The Poteau 7th & 8th Grade Center (SEC) Students of the Month (SOM) are nominated by and selected by the teachers at SEC.

The December 2023 SOM are 7th graders Katy Jordan & Noah Bennetzen and 8th graders Madison Latham & Gehrig Snipes.

Katy is the daughter of Gary Jordan and Sarah Jordan. Her electives are athletics, FACS, and choir. Katy likes school “because I get to learn more about what I am interested in, and I get to see my friends.” She is a member of Gifted & Talented, Academic Team, Student Council, NJHS, and FCCLA.

Katy Jordan 7th girl

Noah is the son of Jordan Bennetzen and Phillip Bennetzen. His electives are PE, STEM, and art. Noah likes school “because it is a place I can truly be me.”

Noah Bennetzen 7th Boy

Madison Latham is the daughter of Tiffany and Randall Latham. Her electives are library, computer apps, and leadership. Madison likes school “because It gives me a chance to learn new things and I can spend time with my friends.” She is a member of Gifted & Talented, Student Council, NJHS, Library Staff, Cheerleading, and FCCLA.

Madison Latham 8th Girl

Gehrig is the son of Stefany and Richard Snipes. His electives are athletics, intro to agriculture, and library. Gehrig likes school “because I get to hang out with my friends and get to have good teachers like the teachers here at my school.” He is a member of Student Council, NJHS, Science Club, Gifted & Talented, and Library Staff.

Gehrig Snipes 8th Boy

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