Swanville Senior High School is proud to announce Heather Cook as the April Student of the Month. She is the daughter of Richard and Maria Cook and Kenny and Carol Wimmer and is currently a senior. Her hobbies include hanging out with friends, babysitting and shopping. Her future plans are to attend Bemidji State University and major in nursing.
Heather played volleyball in grades six through eight and also participated in Junior High basketball and softball. Heather has consistently been on the Honor Roll since seventh grade. Heather keeps herself busy outside of school by holding down two jobs. Her advice for other students is ”Don’t procrastinate and have fun while you can.”
“I feel extremely lucky to have had Miss Heather Cook as my high school TA for two years in a row!, states Theresa Bisek Elementary Teacher. “Heather has such a great work ethic and has been able to do everything I’ve ever asked her to do with success! She amazes me with her determination and drive, and chose to compromise in order to work two jobs, building great life-long skills. She applies that same dedication and determination to her schoolwork, as well. Because she is so friendly, the first grade students in my classroom love to have Heather come to class each day! They enjoy playing games, reading and doing activities. They are naturally drawn to her and like to be able to share stories and pictures with her, too. Heather is efficient and accurate in completing the tasks I lay out for her. It has been great fun watching her grow from the beginning of her junior year to end of senior year. I am pleased to have had the chance to be her mentor. She is a well-rounded young women who I know will find much success in college and in her career, while having a good time! I really have enjoyed knowing Heather and wish her the best. She is very deserving of this honor!”
Marvin Poegel, High School Phy-Ed teacher adds, “Heather is a very positive and caring individual who always tries her best. She shows great respect to staff and her classmates. Her pleasant smile and easygoing personality makes for a better day for everyone. Heather is very self-disciplined and is prepared to do well in school. Her hard work ethic has already started bringing positive attention her way. Heather has a good grade point average over the years, and she is continually trying to get better. I can see Heather getting into the human service field. She has been a teacher’s assistant and loves helping the younger students. She could easily be a nurse, teacher or daycare provider because of her patience and understanding for others. Outside of school Heather works at two different jobs so she can help pay for her college education. She will be attending Bemidji State University in the fall. It is nice to see that a person who is quiet, kind and respectful gets noticed too. It is an honor for me to write this letter for Heather and I want to congratulate Heather on getting this nice honor.”