Harper Shillito is the "Student of the Week" for #MiddletownRI. Here's a round of applause to the Aquidneck School second grader, who's known for her friendship, hard work and love for her family.
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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com

STUDENT OF THE WEEK:
AQUIDNECK SCHOOL SECOND GRADER HARPER SHILLITO
MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (FEBRUARY 16, 2024) – 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: Harper Shillito
School: Aquidneck School
Grade: Second
Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Brad & Emily Shillito
Accomplishment(s): “Harper is a role-model student and a great friend,” Second Grade Teacher Taylor Pilotte said.
Dream Job: Harper wants to rescue animals when she gets older.
Favorite Meal: Curry soup
Go To Snack: Pineapple passionfruit strips
Person I Look Up To: “I look up to my parents because I love them.”
Person I’d Like To Meet: YouTubers Jasmine & Bella
Top Show Or Movie: The Greatest Showman
Best Local Hangout: “The Food Shack is good! The acai bowls are the best!”
Music With The Most: Imagine Dragons
Recommended Reading: Rainbow Magic Rainbow Fairies book series by Daisy Meadows and Georgie Ripper
Best Subject In School: “I like math a lot because it’s fun.”
Teacher/Staff Member I’d Like To Thank: Mrs. Pilotte
Comment From Teacher/Staff Member: “Harper is always a kind friend and helpful student,” Pilotte said. “She is always willing to help others!”
Document Link: https://www.middletownri.com/DocumentCenter/View/11132/SOW-Harper-Shillito