Words like "leader," "driven" and "inspiring" are used to describe Gaudet Middle School seventh grader Jack Corr as this week's "Student of the Week." In addition to working hard in school, Jack is becoming know for his musical and acting skills.
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STUDENT OF THE WEEK:
GAUDET MIDDLE SCHOOL SEVENTH GRADER JACK CORR
MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (JANUARY 21, 2022) – In each of the schools, there are students doing excellent, noteworthy work. As part of a new feature, a different student will be spotlighted for their efforts to make Middletown a special place to live, work and play.
Name: Jack Corr
Age: 12
School: Gaudet Middle School
Grade: Seventh
Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Meaghan & Peter Corr
Accomplishment(s): In addition to being an accomplished bagpiper, Jack is getting known for his acting chops performing with Newport Children’s Theater.
Quotable: “The world isn't just the way it is. It is how we understand it, no? And in understanding it, we bring something to it, no? Doesn't that make life a big story?” Yann Martel, “Life of Pi”
Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite Book: “Life of Pi” by Yann Martel
Favorite Band: “John Brown’s Body”
Best TV Show: “Parks And Recreation”
Person/People I Look Up To: Ruth Bader Ginsburg, my grandpa, Jimmy Mahoney
Go To Meal: Hot Pockets
I’d Rather Not: Have to sleep
What I’d Like To Do When I’m Older: Become a lawyer, specializing in Constitutional or criminal law
Favorite Middletown Hangout: Second Beach & Neon Marketplace
Comment From Teacher/Staff Member: “Jack is a leader in the class. He is the first to turn in assignments and he gets everyone excited about learning,” said Spanish teacher Michael Goodreau.
Who I’d Like To Thank: “I’d like to thank my parents, my current and awesome teachers, particularly Mrs. Kelley and Mr. Davis.”
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