Merit Award Samantha Muir
Culinary Arts Newaygo County Career Tech Center
Grant High School Nominator: Teresa Herman, Culinary Arts
Instructor
Samantha enrolled in the Culinary Arts program after touring
several other programs at the Career Tech Center. After visiting
the kitchen, she says the smells were incredible and they called to
her inner baking and pastry chef. Samantha is described as the real
deal. She goes to class every
day with a smile and works very hard. She has proven to be
cooperative with other students and staff in order to provide a
quality product. She always maintains a positive and courteous
attitude towards others and she works diligently to improve her
skills. Her instructor adds, “Samantha is the type of person who
will see a need and work through it, whether it be culinary related
or peer related, she will tackle it head on.” Samantha has competed
in SkillsUSA where she received 3rd place in regionals and 12th
place in state.
After high school, Samantha plans to own a small bakery. With
the help of her instructors, she has been directed on how to run an
efficient kitchen and getting experience through baking, preparing
delicious meals, and working in the school store.
G o for it! ~ Samantha Muir
Ce’Aira Richardson Emerging Technologies in Computers,
Multimedia & Software Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center Bridgeport
Spaulding High School Nominator: Tammy Leavitt, Instructor Ce’Aira
enrolled in the Emerging Technologies program because the computer
was her access to knowledge. She says that the computer was her
best friend growing up. Educational games were allowed as much as
she wanted. Now, being in this program, Ce’Aira is exploring all
the avenues within the program.
Ce’Aira participates in many extra-curricular activities. She is
on the honor roll; All-State Athlete for 2012 and 2013; MVP of
Saginaw County 2013; President of the Parliamentary Procedure Team;
BPA Officer; CIW Networking Associate; and attended junior
Olympics. Her instructor, Tammy Leavitt, says, “Ce’Aira has a
thirst for knowledge. Her determination is inspiring.” She has
volunteered as a Career Center ambassador for several after school
events and has participated in the Career Days for 4th, 8th, and
10th grade students. Her future plans are to attend college and
pursue either Computer System Analyst or Information Technology
Project Manager. The Emerging Technologies program is a perfect
gateway to either career.
I t always seems impossible until it’s done.
~ Ce’Aira Richardson
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