Ciera Terpening is "Student Of The Week" for #MiddletownRI. The Middletown High School freshman is applauded for her work ethic in the classroom and as a student athlete as well as being a role model for those around her. Congratulations Cici!
STUDENT OF THE WEEK:
MIDDLETOWN HIGH SCHOOL NINTH GRADER CIERA TERPENING
MIDDLETOWN, RI (JANUARY 30, 2026) – 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: Ciera “Cici” Terpening
School: Middletown High School
Grade: Ninth
Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Nerry & William Terpening
Accomplishment(s): “Cici was nominated for her consistent dedication to demonstrating leadership, responsibility and kindness,” Mathematics Teacher Aleah Meyer said. “She is a passionate student athlete who balances academic and social commitments, while being a role model to those around her.”
Quotable: “Purpose fuels passion.”
Dream Job: Hairstylist
Favorite Meal: Hibachi
Free Time: Dance, basketball and cheerleading
Who I Look Up To: “My dance teacher Miss Kennedy, who inspires me to always be myself.”
Best Part Of Middletown: My friends!
Inspirations: “I am inspired by being a role model for others, balancing my responsibilities as a student athlete, and staying connected with the people around me,” Cici said.
Top Hangout: “The beach because I like to swim.”
Recommended Reading: The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
Best Subject In School: “Math because the teacher makes it fun and it comes easy to me.”
Teacher/Staff Member I’d Like To Thank: “Aleah Meyer because she makes learning fun and always supports her students,” Cici said.
Comment From Teacher/Staff Member: “Cici brings positive energy into the classroom everyday,” Meyers said. “She works hard, treats others with kindness and is always inclusive.”
Document Link: https://mdl.town/SOW-Cici-Terpening
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