Shining Star of the Month

Maritza Rodriguez

Middle School

Maritza is from Maspeth, Queens. 

She is passionate about drawing and calligraphy.

Maritza's favorite thing about MLS is "the teachers and students." 

"I think I was chosen because I helped out so many people this month and I received good grades".

Shining Star of the Month

Gabriela Gonzalez

9th Grade

Gabriela is from Maspeth, Queens. 

She has a strong passion for music and singing.

What Gabriela likes most about MLS is her friendships.

"I think I was chosen because I devote myself to my work".

Shining Star of the Month

Adam Torres

10th Grade

Adam is from Glendale, NY. 

He is passionate about becoming a future politician.

He really likes MLS for our cultural diversity.

"I think I was chosen because my teachers and peers appreciate me". 

Shining Star of the Month

David Chanax

11th Grade

David is from Brooklyn, NY. 

His passions are wrestling and playing video games.

What David enjoys most about MLS are our sports programs.

"I believe I was chosen because I'm dedicated to my school work."

Shining Star Of the Month

Hao Wu

12th Grade

Hao is from China and is really passionaite about traveling, swimming and cooking.

His favorite things about MLS are our teachers, faculty and scheduling.

"I feel I was selected because I enjoy doing service hours and I behave well in class."

Shining Star Of the Month

Evelyn Vera

Staff Member

Evelyn Vera is from The Bronx, NY, but currently resides in Woodside, Queens.

She loves baking and cooking with a passion.

Her favorite thing about MLS is the family-oriented environment.

"I was chosen this month because I'm here more than I'm home!"