Owen Berard is Student Of The Week for #MiddletownRI. The Gaudet Middle School eighth grader is complimented for his energy, enthusiasm and hard work. Let's extend a round of applause to Owen and all our students who try their best everyday.
STUDENT OF THE WEEK:
GAUDET MIDDLE SCHOOL EIGHTH GRADER OWEN BERARD
MIDDLETOWN, RI (OCTOBER 24, 2025) – 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: Owen Berard
School: Gaudet Middle School
Grade: Eighth
Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Erin Berard & Bryan Gasparro
Accomplishment(s): “Owen always goes above and beyond in class,” Spanish Teacher Michael Goodreau said. “He works hard and makes the most of every opportunity.”
Dream Job: Winning the lottery
Favorite Meal: Gyros
Free Time: Playing sports
Who I Look Up To: My parents
Best Part Of Middletown: Second Beach
Inspirations: “Doing my best.”
Top Hangout: Fort Adams
Recommended Reading: The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton
Best Subject In School: Science
Teacher/Staff Member I’d Like To Thank: Grade Seven Science Teacher Kerry Howell
Comment From Teacher/Staff Member: “Owen always does everything he needs to and helps out the other students,” Goodreau said. “He’s a true inspiration for everyone here at Gaudet.”
Document Link: https://mdl.town/SOW-Owen-Berard-102425
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