Melissa Mayo of Bridgton has been selected by area Lions Clubs’ as Student of the Month for September.

Each month, area Lions Clubs recognize a Lake Region High School senior who has excelled academically. The recipient is honored at a Lions’ dinner meeting and is presented a monetary award.

Parents: John and Amy Mayo

Activities: Varsity soccer (captain), basketball, and softball (captain), National Honor Society (treasurer), Math Team (captain), Class of 2023 Treasurer, Varsity Club (vice president of Special Events).

Hobbies: Athletics, volunteering, being with family and friends.

Future plans: I plan to go to college and pursue a math related major, as well as continue my athletic career.

Q. What do you believe are three keys to being a good student? I believe three keys to being a good student are having a strong desire to succeed, good time management skills, and having the willingness to work hard.

Q. What is your favorite class and why? My favorite class is Statistics because I like to analyze and interpret data. Mr. Snow makes this class fun and relevant to the world. 

Q. Who is your favorite teacher and why? My favorite teacher is Mr. Coady because he challenges us in class and wants us to reach our true potential as students and people.

Q. If you could change on thing about your educational experience, what would it be and why? One thing I would change about my education experience was doing online learning during Covid. I feel like I missed out on building relationships with my classmates, and it made learning less enjoyable.

Q. What accomplishment are you most proud of, and why? I am most proud of my ability to maintain a high GPA (grade point average) while challenging myself to take high-level classes.