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May 2019 Student of the Month: Mauridi Masumbuko
As an immigrant from Tanzania, Mauridi Masumbuko has built connections that have assisted him in overcoming language and cultural barriers.
In class, he highlights the positive qualities of his peers with a deep appreciation for what makes each of them unique. He gives back to the Jordan community by being an active participant in his classes, clubs, the ESL program, and the tech theater program.
Mauridi is extremely community-focused. Last year, spent the summer months completing service projects across eastern NC and plans to do the same again this summer. He has a positive attitude, intellectual engagement, and mental perseverance that encourages his peers to become the best version of their own selves.
He is constantly learning, both inside and outside of the classroom. He has set high goals for himself, including mastering English, learning Spanish and graduating from UNC-CH. He is extremely respectful and encouraging to everyone around him. He creates an inclusive atmosphere through his playful personality.
Mauridi deserves to be recognized as an outstanding student and as a DPS Student of the Month.
Mauridi deserves to be recognized as an outstanding student and as a DPS Student of the Month.