Each year the Independent Schools of South Florida (ISSF) allows each school to designate up to three students as STARS. These students are those who have shown outstanding ability and achievement in academics, sports, community service, the arts, and/or effort. This year’s STAR students (in order pictured) are:
Sophie De La Blanca
Sophie was selected for being an outstanding example of scholarship, service, character, and dedication to the arts through music. She is passionate about music, and has been in Music Mastery since the fourth grade. She is dedicated to her piano studies, and has learned to play various musical instruments over the years, participating in numerous ensembles. Sophie is wise beyond her years. She is curious about the world and open to learning about everything. Beyond her innate talents, Sophie is patient, giving, and she has an open mind and open heart. Sophie is always willing to help and ready to give of her time and talent. She knows when to lead and when to follow, and when to speak and when to listen. She is reliable, consistent, and does her best in everything she tries.
Lorena Tabora
Lorena was selected for being an outstanding example of scholarship, character, and dedication to the arts through music and Spanish dance. Lorena has showcased exceptional dedication and hard work in her academic, music, and dance studies. She has been a committed member of the Spanish dance department, dedicated in her piano and clarinet studies, a talented and devoted member of Music Mastery since the sixth grade, and has participated in numerous music ensembles over the years. Everything Lorena does, she does with meticulous attention to detail, passion, and persistence. Lorena is a consistent worker and quiet leader. She is disciplined, reliable, an independent thinker, loyal, and faces challenges with a grace. Lorena is true to herself. She stands up for what she believes in with humility and perseverance. Throughout her years at CEA, she has demonstrated persistence, patience, independence, and remarkable dedication.
Karina Canto
Karina was selected for being an outstanding example of citizenship, leadership, character, and dedication to the arts through dance. In addition to being an excellent student, Karina has been a member of the Dance Mastery since fourth grade. Karina is steadfast. When faced with challenges, Karina has demonstrated loyalty, resilience, discipline, respect, kindness, and encouragement to those around her. She has been a leader to her peers, a good “compañera,” and is an example of excellence, integrity, and character.
