March and April, 1999 Honorees

Sam Alimentato an 8th grader at Merton Williams Middle School
Mrs. Debra Alimentato, Sam's mother, nominated Sam. Sam found an expensive CD player in one of the unlocked gym lockers at his school. After a few days of observation, Sam took the CD player home and took on the task of locating the rightful owner. Sam recently had a gold chain that he had received for his confirmation taken from the locker room. He put himself in the CD owner's place because he knew how much it hurt to have something taken and not returned. Congratulations to Sam for " Doing the Right Thing ".

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Sam Alimentato was awarded "Do the Right Thing" in April 1999. He was diagnosed with non-Hodgkins lymphoma that same year, 11/08/99. He had two bone marrow transplants last year and passed away. His website tells more about his life. Please click here.

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Lashalle Breedlove a 6th Grader at Oliver Middle School
Noemi Johnson and Sandy Beers, OEC Telecommunicator and Supervisor respectively nominated Lashalle for handling an extremely stressful situation. On December 30, 1998 Lashalle called 911 to report her mother was having a severe asthma attack. As a result of her self-control, Lashalle was able to affectively communicate the situation allowing a prompt response from medical personnel. Congratulations to LaShalle for "Doing the Right Thing" .

CarlosDeJesus a 7th Grader at Charlotte Middle School
Ms. Bernadette Lee of Charlotte Middle School nominated Carlos. During the recent March blizzard Carlos shoveled over 20 sidewalks and driveways. He helped push cars and assisted where he could. During this time Carlos found that one of his elderly neighbors had been confined to his home and hand no food. Carlos took it upon himself to bake muffins and reice and deliver them to his neighbor. Congratulations Carlos for "Doing the Right Thing". .

LatoyaKelly an 8th Grader at Frederick Douglass Middle School
Officer Edward Martinez, School Resource Officer at Douglass Middle School, nominated Latoya. Officer Martinez explains that Latoya showed leadership, bravery and good communication skills in assisting a fellow student. Latoya's quick action prevented this student from being severely injured and even though the victim was not able to positively identify the suspects, Latoya was, and did come forward to do so. Congratulations Latoya for "Doing the Right Thing". .

AnthiaLott a 10th Grader at Nazareth Academy High School
Antoinette Lott, Anthia's mohter, nominated her daughter because of her ability to make mature and responsible decisions. Anthia found a loaded gun outside her home, and immediately called the police to retrieve it. By getting rid of the gun she felt that someone's life might have been saved. Mrs. Lott stated, "I'm thankful the gun was found and taken away. The very life that was saved could have very well been my one." Congratulations Anthia for "Doing the Right Thing". .

MichaelOrtiz, III a 5th Grader at Abelard Reynolds School #42
Mrs. Karen Ortiz, Michael's mother, nominated Michael for his compassion for a friend. Michael's friend Christopher O'Riely was recuperating from a car accident. Christopher suffered a broken leg, concussion, and loose teeth. Michael made it a point to visit Christopher every day during his recovery. Once Christopher could return to school, Michael gave up his lunchtime to eat with Christopher. He ate with Christopher in the office until he was abale to eat with the rest of the studenet body. Congratulations Michael for "Doing the Right Thing". .

AlexanderThompson a 1st Grader at Enrico Fermi School #17
Mrs. Sheila Marconi, first grade teacher at School #17 nominated Alexander because he consistently upholds the tenants of the school's Code of Conduct, is responsible, cooperative, and truly solves problems peacefully. Recenetly a student in Alexander's class lost his prize pencil and became extremely upset. Alexander had also received a new pencil that day and immediately stepped forward to offer the despairing child his pencil. Alexander is a true role model and is currently on the school Primary Honor Roll. Congratulations Alexander for "Doing the Right Thing". .

LaQuanda Villaronga a 1st Grader at Hendrick Hudson School #28
Officer Igler, Jr. of the Rochester Police Department, Goodman Section, nominated LaQuanda. LaQuanda is recognized for having the forethought and presence of mind to get help by calling 911. She intervened in a personal family situation and as a result avoided a tragic outcome. LaQuanda did the right thing by staying calm in a difficult and tense time and because of that saved the life of a family member. Congratulations LaQuanda for "Doing the Right Thing". .

ThomasWay a 6th Grader at St. John The Evangelist School
Ms. Maria Rosica, a 3rd grade teacher at St. John The Evangelist School, nominated Thomas because he truly lives out the school theme for this year, "Love Is The Key". Since the snow began to fall Thomas has been outside of school every morning at 7:00 A.M. ,spreading salt on the sidewalks and the parking lot where teachers, students, parents, and guests enter the building. He has gone above and beyond his duty as a school safety. Ms. Rosica states that one day she asked Thomas if anyone had asked him to do this and his response was "No, and please be careful on the sidewalk". Congratulations Thomas for "Doing the Right Thing". .

JovounWebb a 7th Grader at Spry Middle School
Ms. Forine Shaw, Jovoun's aunt, nominated him for showing exemplary behavior in an incident at school, which could have gone wrong. On February 25, 1999, two boys started fighting. Jovoun not only took very brave steps to break up this fight, but he also exhibited a great degree of self control when one of these boys became verbally abusive to him. Congratulations Jovoun for "Doing the Right Thing". .