STUDENT OF THE WEEK:

GAUDET MIDDLE SCHOOL EIGHTH GRADER AVRAAM AMARANT

MIDDLETOWN, RI (MARCH 20, 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: Avraam Amarant

School: Gaudet Middle School

Grade: Eighth

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Debbie & Leon Amarant

Accomplishment(s): “Avraam goes above and beyond to help out the staff and everyone in class,” Spanish Teacher Michael Goodreau said.

Dream Job: “Becoming a software engineer because my dad is one and I went to his office and it was really cool.”

Favorite Meal: Aquidneck Pizza

Free Time: Video games and sports

Who I Look Up To: “My parents because they always take care of me.”

Best Part Of Middletown: The harbor

Inspirations: Doing my best

Top Hangout: The turf field at Gaudet because I can play sports

Recommended Reading: Anything by Percy Jackson

Best Subject In School: Math

Teacher/Staff Member I’d Like To Thank: Mr. Goodreau

Comment From Teacher/Staff Member: “Avraam is very helpful and someone who makes a big difference in my classroom,” Goodreau said.

Document Link: https://mdl.town/SOW-Avraam-Amarant

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