McTaggart, Vidaca honored as top students

FALLBROOK – The Rotary Club of Fallbrook recognizes Students of the Month at a different school in the Fallbrook Elementary School District throughout the school year. For the month of February, students from William H. Frazier Elementary School were recognized.

William H. Frazier Elementary School principal Arica Rainey presented Shirley McTaggart and Joshua Vidaca, both in sixth grade, to the club at a recent luncheon. Both students were recognized for their leadership skills.

McTaggart shared how she uses the habit of "synergize" and "think win-win" with her friends. Recently, she won an essay contest and spent the $100 she won to buy Christmas gifts for two of her friends who both are in wheelchairs. McTaggart was very happy about how much joy she gave to her friends.

Vidaca shared how he serves fellow students by being a student tutor for third grade and by being a member of the "Sharing Our Acceptance and Respect" team. Vidaca socializes with students that have special needs during recess and other times.

The Student of the Month program is part of an ongoing effort by the Rotary Club of Fallbrook to encourage and reward student excellence and achievement. For more information, visit http://www.fallbrookrotary.org.