Lindsey Scheufler and Rowan Catlett winner of the WMS Citizenship Award.

Sumner Newscow report — Lindsey Scheufler and Rowan Catlett were winners of the 2016 Kansas State High School Activities Association Citizenship Award.

The Citizenship awards, given to one Wellington Middle School female and male, were presented during the year end awards assembly. Both are 4.0 students.

The award was selected by the WMS teachers. The criteria for winning the award is as follows:

Respect: 1. Shows respect at all times for the Flag, our National Anthem and the Constitution. 2. Shows respect for the students and citizens of the school and community. 3. Respects both public and private property. 4. Shows respect for the student and adult leaders in school and community. 5. Demonstrates a tolerance and respect for the beliefs and convictions of others. 

Responsibility: 1. Demonstrates the willingness to assume citizenship responsibilities in school and community. 2. Works to build school pride through active participation in those projects which publicize, honor or beautify the school. 3. Displays good sportsmanship whether as a participant or spectator. 4. Is friendly toward new students and encourages them to become involved in school activities. 

Reverence: 1. Shows reverence, concern and respect for the well-being of others.

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