Congratulations to Tessa Kenyon, our RHS Student of the Week!!
Special Awards or Honors: National FCCLA Vice President of Programs
Outside Activities/Hobbies: Dance
Student’s Plans After Graduation: Pursue higher education and work in Nonprofits.
Nominating Faculty Member(s): Mrs. Kelli Gard
Faculty Comments: I have had the privilege of working with Tessa through FCCLA for the past five years, and watching her grow into the leader she is today has been incredible. This year, Tessa was elected as an FCCLA National Officer—one of only 10 students nationwide selected to serve in this role. She isn't just a leader in our school or our state; she is now representing students across the entire country. Having a student of her caliber representing RHS on a national level is something our school is incredibly proud of.
What stands out most about Tessa, though, isn't the title she holds. It is who she is. When Tessa says she is going to do something, I know it will get done. She is dependable, organized, hardworking, and willing to step in wherever she is needed. There have been plenty of times when she has reminded me of something I need to do for FCCLA or helped me keep our chapter organized and moving forward!
She manages all of this while balancing cheer, NHS, FFA, FCCLA, and many other school activities and responsibilities. Despite an incredibly full schedule, she continues to show up and give her best.
Most importantly, Tessa leads with her heart and stays true to who she is. She doesn't need a title to be a leader; she leads through her actions, her reliability, and the way she treats others.
Tessa is a school leader, a state leader, and now a national leader, and I cannot think of a student more deserving of recognition as Student of the Week.