Local students recognized for succeeding despite setbacks Five Turlock students were honored during the 16th annual “Every Student Succeeding” program last month.
Despite challenging circumstances in his life, seventh grader Elija Beasley is an exemplary student at Turlock Junior High School and regularly displays what his teachers call promise and grit.
Beasley’s 3.71 grade point average, great work ethic and positive attitude make him “a true pleasure to have in class,” said one teacher, and also earned him recognition as one of five students to be honored during the 16th annual “Every Student Succeeding” program last month.
Since 2005, the Stanislaus Association of California School Administrators charter and the Stanislaus County Office of Education have honored students like Beasley who have succeeded against their challenges, gone beyond expectations or simply won the hearts of their teachers and staff through the ye