Kids are back to school and that means it’s time once again to start recognizing Rhode Island’s top high school students for their academic, community service and extracurricular achievements.
Below you will find the nominations for The Providence Journal’s Student of the Week initiative and it’s time for you to pick the best of the best.
Voting is open until noon on Thursday, Sept. 26.
High schools across the state have been asked to submit nominations and a new round of nominees and voting will be made available every Monday and close the following Thursday.
Participating Rhode Island high school principals, teachers and guidance counselors nominated students they say have shown outstanding academic and school achievement and community service.
We will announce a winner Friday on providencejournal.com and in print in the Sunday Providence Journal.
Take a look at this week’s nominees and cast your ballot below.
Liam Oberley, South Kingstown High School
Liam Oberley is a senior at SKHS and is a vital and versatile member of the school’s music program. Liam came to SKHS as a transfer student in his sophomore year, initially joining the band and eventually joining the jazz band, orchestra and select choir, “eSKape.” In addition to being a fine saxophonist, Liam has developed his singing as an All-State vocalist, learned concert percussion in the orchestra and took on the challenge to learn the tuba over the summer to best contribute to the band. Liam’s dedication, musicianship, versatility and good nature distinguish him amongst his peers and make him most deserving of this honor!