CTE Student of the Month
Each month GAVC instructors are asked to nominate one outstanding student that displays excellent leadership skills, a professional attitude, and exceptional attendance to receive the student of the month award.
Recipients of the award receive a certificate of excellence, a gift certificate from Happy Joes Pizza, a GAVC t-shirt, a gift card to Buffalo Wild Wings and also become eligible for the GAVC student of the year award announced in May.
Recipients of the award receive a certificate of excellence, a gift certificate from Happy Joes Pizza, a GAVC t-shirt, a gift card to Buffalo Wild Wings and also become eligible for the GAVC student of the year award announced in May.
December
Our GAVC December Student of the Month is Nick Makwala! Nick is a junior at Galesburg High School and is enrolled in Health Occupations at GAVC. He was nominated by Health Occupations instructor, Mrs. Lorie Larsen. Mrs. Larsen had the following to say about Nick: “Nick is one of the kindest students I have ever met! He is so kind, so courteous and so respectful. I have yet to open a door whenever in his company. Nick rarely misses class. He is excited to learn and discusses with excitement what he has learned. At clinical, the staff, residents and visitors love Nick and enjoy him. He works hard and is always willing to jump in and help without asking. He is very enthusiastic to learn the skills it takes to become a CNA. Nick is a great kid! I am blessed to get to know him and teach him. The world needs more people like Nick. Nick plans to continue his education and eventually become a doctor. He is interested in becoming a surgeon. He is well on his way to becoming a successful health care professional!” Congratulations, Nick!
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November
Congratulations to Angie from GHS for being chosen as our November Student of the Month. Angie is enrolled in the Law Enforcement Program. Mr. Riggs nomination letter said "Angie is a hard working student who is engaged and eager to learn. She is respectful to her class peers as well as the instructor." Angie's shared her favorite part of the class is the hands on learning from fingerprinting to the traffic stops. |
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October
Our GAVC October Student of the Month
is Colton Way! Colton is a senior at Knoxville High School and is enrolled in both Building Trades and Automotive I program. He was nominated by Building Trades instructor, Mr. Brad Shenaut. Colton was honored at our business partner luncheon at the Manufacturing and Trades Show on 10/27.Congratulations, Colton! |
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September

Congratulations to Izzy from Williamsfield High School for being chosen as our CTE Student of the Month. Izzy is enrolled in the Health Occupation program is working toward becoming a Certificated Nursing Assistant.
Izzy is an outstanding student the excels both in and out of the classroom. Mrs. Larsen stated that Izzy has a very positive attitude and always encourages her classmates to succeed!
Izzy is an outstanding student the excels both in and out of the classroom. Mrs. Larsen stated that Izzy has a very positive attitude and always encourages her classmates to succeed!
2022 CTE Student of the Year
This year’s student of the year completed both Web Development and the AR/VR program. He produced and launched a new web site for the GAVC and produced a new promotional video that is currently airing on a local cable company. His leadership collaborating with other students and hard work helped push these time consuming projects through the finish line.
It is our pleasure to announce the Galesburg Area Vocational Center Student of the Year Award goes to Samuel Houseworth of Williamsfield High School. Along with a plaque and a check for $100, Samuel will also receive $500 toward a new laptop donated by Delabar Education System.
It is our pleasure to announce the Galesburg Area Vocational Center Student of the Year Award goes to Samuel Houseworth of Williamsfield High School. Along with a plaque and a check for $100, Samuel will also receive $500 toward a new laptop donated by Delabar Education System.
Congratulations to Izzy of Williamsfield High School for being chosen as our CTE Student of the Month. Izzy is enrolled in the Health Occupation program is working toward becoming a Certificated Nursing Assistant. Izzy is an outstanding student the excels both in and out of the classroom. Mrs. Larsen stated that Izzy has a very positive attitude and always encourages her classmates to succeed!