
Bronco *GREAT* News c/o 2028
2024-25 9th Grade Edition Student Excellence First Semester
Recognizing Bronco Excellence in the 9th Grade!
First Semester Honor Roll
Congratulations to these 9th grade students for their academic achievement first semester-
with GPA's of 3.5-3.74, they have earned a spot on the honor roll!
Special Teacher Recognition -9th Grade
Monica Warren
From Ms. Lahey:
Monica works hard! I see how much time and energy she puts in school and swim and she's committed to being her best self, even when it's challenging. I applaud her for always trying her best and being a well-rounded student and role model.
Megan Womble
From Ms. Landry:
For never giving up on learning!
Julianna Sheehy
From Mr. Bauleke:
Julianna is very passionate about being in my class. She creates god strong friendships and is a pleasure to all around her.
Cash Juarez
From Mr. Gundelfinger:
Cash is enthusiastic, respectful, hard working, and shows a genuine love of learning.
and From Ms. Landry:For being helpful to his classmates!
Special Teacher Recognition- 9th Grade
Lucy Smith
From Frau Nancy:
German does not come easily to Lucy and she tries so hard! She is willing to get extra help when she needs it and isn't afraid of trying when she's called on, even if she makes mistakes! And I love her smile: brightens up the classroom! Danke, Lucy!
Bryson April
From Ms. Jacobs:
Bryson is cheerful and always has a friendly greeting. He is an amazing musician and is someone who gets noticed!
Ella Balistrieri
From Ms. Jacobs:
Ella is curious, interested and fun to be around. She brings enthusiasm to each day.
Special Teacher Recognition - 11th grade
Caroline Lambert
From Mary Tsuboi: Caroline has an amazing work ethic and never gives up.
Connor Harze
From Mr. Durazo: Connor has been doing GREAT in my PE class!! His participation, effort, sportsmanship & working well with others is GREATLY appreciated!! Keep up the EXCELLENT work!!
Donatella Borvice
From Mr. Rosecrans: Donatella has worked on creating Sports Newsletters during Sports Leadership class. She has worked hard on creating awesome newsletters that showcase student-atheltes!
Special Teacher Recognition - 9th Grade
Ethan Ho
From Ms. Carmon:
Congratulations on passing and earning the Adobe Certified Profession Certification for Adobe Photoshop on your first attempt.
Milo Curtin
From Ms. Landry:
For being helpful to his classmates!
Jackson Horton
From Mr. Gundelfinger:
Jackson is an awesome student. He is curious, hard working, and always goes above and beyond to do excellent work. I appreciate his love of learning.
From Ms. Friend:
Jackson is a great singer with a positive attitude! He is always excited to participate, offer feedback, and help a fellow classmate.
Makayla Buchanan
From Ms. Gopal:
Makayla's effort in class has been excellent. Keep up the good work! Makayla always shares her adventures and artistic pursuits. She has great style!
And From Ms. Jacobs:
Special Teacher Recognition- 9th Grade
Connie Cai
From Ms. Carmon:
Congratulations on passing and earning the Adobe Certified Profession Certification for Adobe Photoshop on your first attempt.
John Zielinski
From Mr. Bauleke:
John has diverse talents and is a fascinating individual. He is a solid student and faithful friend. He is always looking for ways to improve his performance.
Owen Montgomery
From Ms. Jacobs:
Owen is kind and peaceful and a talented musician. He brings a friendly vibe to any situation.
Special Teacher Recognition- 9th Grade
Justice Towey
From Ms. Carmon:
Congratulations on passing and earning the Adobe Certified Profession Certification for Adobe Photoshop on your first attempt.
Elias Mojadidi
From Ms. Jacobs:
Elias greets people warmly and works well in a group.
Nella Jusko
From Ms. Carmon:
Congratulations on passing and earning the Adobe Certified Profession Certification for Adobe Photoshop on your first attempt.
High Honors
Congratulations to these 9th grade students for their outstanding academic achievement
first semester, they have made it to the high honors list with GPA's of 3.75-3.99.
Igor Nikolchuk
From Frau Nancy:
Igor has improved his study habits and quality of his work by 100% since the beginning of this year! He is engaged during class, does his work on time or early, understands the material and his English is improving by leaps and bounds. Thanks for all the effort, Igor, it is paying off!!
Logan Kassler
From Mr. Horne:
Logan is kind, gets along with his peers, and turns in high quality work
Max Andrzejewski
From Frau Nancy:
Even when much of the class must be boring for him, since he speaks German already, Max is a delight to have in German 3. He is truly interested in improving his own German (mostly grammar :) ), and is very patient with his fellow students who are language learnings. He always behaves well, is patient with me and the class through the boring bits, and I really enjoy him in my class. Mach weiter so, Max!
The Principal's List
Congratulations to these 9th grade students for crushing this first semester, with GPA's of 4.0 and above. They have earned their spot on the Principal's List!
Northgate Academic Honors
Northgate Academic Honors Students who earn a 3.5 or better each semester are celebrated in a progressive honor system, through their senior year. *Spring semester of senior year is not included due to timing
The tiers are as follows:
1 semester- Certificate of Accomplishment
2 semesters- Certificate of Commendation
3 semesters- Academic Letter- this is a tackle twill letter, similar to a Varsity letter for athletics- students who earn this achievement may select to purchase the letter for $10, and will be awarded a certificate as well.
4 semesters- Certificate of Academic Achievement
5 semesters- Certificate of Academic Excellence
6 Semesters- Certificate of Distinction
7 semesters- Northgate Academic Honors Cord to be worn at Graduation
Vivienne Quiroz
From Mr. Gundelfinger:
Vivi is quiet and independent. I appreciate not only that she works hard and does excellent work, but also that she has a very strong sense of herself, and is mature and respectful in class.
Christopher Lee
From Mr. Bauleke:
Chris is constantly looking to make himself better. He takes an honest appraisal of himself and then takes action. Whether its grades or personal self improvement, Chris gives 100% effort.
Lewis Eyerly
From Joann Jacobs:
Lewis is a positive and friendly influence on all the people around him!
Certificate of Accomplishment and Commendation
These students achieved a 3.5 GPA or better for their first semester earning a
certificate of accomplishment.
Special Teacher Recognition 9th Grade
Cottingham King
From Mr. Horne:
Cotti volunteers regularly, is incredibly respectful, and turns in high quality work.
Rhys Sullivan
From Mr. Durazo:
Rhys has been doing GREAT in my PE class!! His participation, effort, sportsmanship & working well with others is GREATLY appreciated!! Keep up the EXCELLENT work!!
Jennifer Alas
From Ms. Collier:
Jennifer worked so hard to put together the booth for the Winter Fair for the Class of 2028! Her hard work and dedication to leadership all of the time are so appreciated!
Congratulations to these Animation Students!
From Ms. Carmon
Sienna Huie
Yuna Ko
Hazel Marinov
Tanishka Roy
Lin Todd
Ethan Zelakiewicz
Congratulations on passing and earning the Adobe Certified Profession Certification for Adobe Photoshop on your first attempt!
Northgate awarded US News & World Report National Ranking- 9 years in a row!
Northgate High School
Email: cooperk@mdusd.org
Website: northgatehighschool.org
Location: 425 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA, USA
Phone: 925 938-0900
Twitter: @northgatehs