Kiwanis Terrific Kids

Kiwanis Club of Marco Island hosted the Terrific Kids from fourth grade at Manatee Elementary School at their January 15th breakfast meeting held at Ori's Bakery.

According to her teacher, Ms. Thompson, Aubrey Trevino is a thoughtful and enthusiastic leaner who consistently shows a positive attitude toward school and learning. She is respectful and responsible, always following expectations and setting a strong example for others.  She takes pride in doing her best every day.  Aubrey has a little brother Noah, a puppy named Chico and three baby goats. Outside of school, she likes to play and care for her pets, read books, and practice softball. If she could have any superpower, she would like to control weather so that she could make it snow in Florida! If she could travel anywhere in the world, she would go to Venice, Italy because she loves Italian food like pizza and pasta. When she grows up, Aubrey wants to be a softball player, specifically a catcher behind home plate.  

Braiien Kotiukov, according to his teacher, Mrs. Megan Heisele, earned this nomination due to his hard work, character, and commitment to helping everyone achieve while he continues to excel in his academics. His nomination  also reflects his leadership, kindness, and a willingness to make a positive difference. Braiien's family comes from Ukrainian roots and this is very important to them. The family enjoys playing games, watching movies, and laughing. Braiien likes sports, especially football and soccer. He also loves cars, cooking, helping and giving back, and animals. He would love to own a dog someday. If he had to choose a superpower, it would be teleporting because he would be able to get places faster and not have to wait in lines. He would love to go to the Switzerland Alps because of its natural beauty and spend time with his family in winter, his favorite season. When he grows up, Braiien wants to do work with cars like Mercedes or Porsche.

Alaia Ferreira Ynfante, according to her teacher Ms. Ramierez, is truly a Terrific Kid who consistently demonstrates all of the qualities this award represents. She is a hardworking and responsible student who always comes to school prepared and ready to learn. She is thoughtful and respectful to both her classmates and teachers, and she goes out of her way to be inclusive and friendly to everyone around her. Alaia's positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to grow make her a capable and outstanding role model for others. Alaia's family comes from the Dominican Republic. She has a twin brother and a younger  brother. Outside of school, she likes to play with her brothers and watch movies. If she could have any superpower, it would be invincibility because if she got hurt she wouldn't feel it. She would like to go to North Carolina because she has family there that she has not seen for a long time. When she grows up, Alaia wants to be a hairstylist or a nail technician.  

Adelin Joseph, according to his teacher, Mrs. Redick, exemplifies the very qualities that define a Terrific Kid. He consistently challenges himself to excel both academically and socially, demonstrating a strong commitment to personal growth and responsibility. He is a dedicated member of Manatee Elementary's Student Lighthouse Team and serves as a positive role model for his peers. Beyond his academic accomplishments, Adelin is known for his kindness and respect toward others. Adelin lives with his Mom, Dad, older brother and two older sisters. He enjoys playing soccer, football, and Roblox. His superpower of choice would be to fly so that he could have a great view. He would like to go to New York because there is snow! When he grows up, Adelin wants to be a pro soccer player for Real Madrid. 

Alexa Reyes, according to her teacher, is a hard worker, who tries her best at everything she does. She shows kindness to everyone and is an amazing student leader. Alexa lives with her Mom, Dad, and brother. Outside of school, she likes to read and play. Alexa’s superpower of choice would be teleportation because she would go to Disneyland. Naturally, if she could go anywhere in the world, she would go to Disneyland because it is fun and amazing. When she grows up, Alexa wants to be a teacher.