Carlos Reyes Gomez first started going to Middletown schools in fifth grade. As a native Spanish speaker, Carlos has see his English skills grow leaps and bounds and he greets every class with enthusiasm, a smile and a willingness to help others.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com
STUDENT OF THE WEEK:
GAUDET MIDDLE SCHOOL SEVENTH GRADER
CARLOS REYES GOMEZ
MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (FEBRUARY 4, 2022) – In each of the schools across Middletown, there are students doing excellent, noteworthy things. As part of a new feature from the Town, a different student will be spotlighted for their efforts to make Middletown a more special place to live, work and play.
Name: Carlos Reyes Gomez
Age: 13
School: Gaudet Middle School
Grade: 7
Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Carlos Reyes
Accomplishment(s): An English Language Learner who’s a natural Spanish speaker, Carlos is a hard worker and willing to take on any challenge. Since he first started coming to school in Middletown in the fifth grade, teachers and staff said Carlos has made incredible progress, always with a smile and positive attitude.
Favorite Color: Red
Best TV Show: “Pokemon”
Top Pokemon Character: Pikachu
Favorite anime: “The Rising of the Shield Hero”
Go To Meal: Spaghetti
What I’d Like To Do When I’m Older: Be a Spanish or English teacher
Favorite Middletown Hangout: “My home.”
Comment From Teacher/Staff Member: “Carlos has such a positive attitude about learning,” said Jacqueline Zahm, Carlos’ seventh grade science teacher. “He comes to class smiling each day, ready to take on new challenges. He advocates for himself by asking questions, actively participating and practices his skills by helping others. These actions deepen his own knowledge and also build trust and strengthen our classroom community.”
Who I’d Like To Thank: My dad, mom and siblings, particularly my older sister.
Story Link: https://www.middletownri.com/DocumentCenter/View/3788/SOW-Carlos-Reyes-Gomez