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Wednesday, January 15, 2020 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon MITCHELL GRIFFIN Sisters High School December 2019 Student of the Month Mitchell Griffin loves the out- enthusiastic about what theyʼre doors — which makes Sisters the doing. Weʼve got a great learning perfect place to grow up and go to environment. Just keep it up.” Mitchell plans to go to college to school. His love of hiking, backpack- pursue engineering — somewhere ing and skiing is reflected in his with lots of outdoor recreation activities: Mitchell is an intern this opportunities. year in the IEE (Interdisciplinary “Mitchell Griffin quietly influ- Environmental Expedition) pro- ences our community in a really posi- gram at Sisters High School, tive way. He is a humble, thoughtful and heʼs serving as captain of the leader, and he approaches life with Outlaws ski team. focus, discipline, and compassion. He “I also do a lot of photography leads by example and can be counted — landscape and nature photogra- on to follow through. I am so grateful phy,” he said. he is a part of our community and that To each of his endeavors, I have had the opportunity to coach Mitchell brings his best effort. and teach him. I wish him the best!” The Outlaws senior appreciates — Rima Givot all of the opportunities heʼs had “Mitchellʼs not only a great stu- in Sisters since moving here from dent he also shows great leadership in Wyoming when he was four. Chinese Language class.” “I think Iʼve got a really good — Ada Chao experience overall thanks to all the programs we have here,” he “Mitchell is a quiet and humble said. “All the teachers here are leader by example. Heʼs a young man who has integrity. He gets things done because itʼs the right thing to do. He is respected simply because of how he treats others.” — Joe Hosang “Mitchell is a brilliant kid and a great human being. He is interested, hard-working, and kind. Having the opportunity to be one of his teachers is a true gift that I am thankful for every day he walks through my door.” — Daniel OʼNeill “Itʼs hard to find another student like Mitchell. He is a person who not only excels in the classroom, but excels as a good human being. He is the kind of per- son who not only makes others better, but makes the world a better place. I want to honor Mitchell for his depth and spirit of selflessness and kind- ness. His positive attitude, his genuine appreciation and his mindful thoughts and actions make him stand out. This young man is truly a gift, and I am grateful for having the opportunity to know and to teach him.” — Samra Spear “Mitchell always strives to go a little beyond the learning in the class- room, thatʼs one reason he is such a joy to have in class.” — Tony Cosby These businesses have joined The Nugget in supporting our youth and their accomplishments by co-sponsoring the Student of the Month program. BUILDING A SOLID FOUNDATION FOR THE FUTURE Climb High, Climb Far Wishing you a healthy dose of success! WALK-IN • URGENT CARE Occupational Medicine 440 N. PINE ST., SISTERS • 541-549-8141 Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Continue Striving For Excellence! 541-548-2899 3818 SW 21st Pl. 103 E. HOOD AVE. • 541-904-0778 www.fi vepinelodge.com 541-549-5900 541-549-3534 325 N. Locust St., Sisters greenridgept.com C o n g r a t u la t io n s to our future leade r s -5 ! 49-1026 We are proud of your achievements. 541 260 N. Pine, Sisters • 541-549-4349 Visa & Mastercard Accepted DAVIS TIRE Celebrating over 50 years of our local, family-run business! Proud to offer tire, brake, suspension & lift services! 188 W. Sisters Park Dr. “You can’t use up creativity. Th e more you use, the more you have.” — Maya Angelou Hwy. 126 to Redmond, two turns and you’re there! (Near fairgrounds) YourCareMedical.com We are proud to recognize the excellence and accomplishment of this student! stud den CCB#87587 14 TAKODA’S Congratulations! Celebrate your achievement with us! 541-549-8620 425 Hwy. 20 W. Next to Bi-Mart Sun..-Thurs., 11. a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fri & Sat., 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Bar & Lounge 11 a.m.-close daily Trevor Frideres D . M . D . & Greg Everson D . M . D . ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS 541-595-3838 The Ranch 541-549-5555 in Sisters| blackbutte.com 541-549-2011 • Fax 541-549-4787 491 E. Main Ave. • P.O. Box 10 • Sisters, OR