SDARJ African American Achievement Award at Rehoboth Elementary School
The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice (SDARJ) recently honored Rehoboth Elementary School students Emillia Correa Bailey and Troy Peterson for their leadership, effort, and excellence. The two students were recognized in a ceremony at the school, and each received a $20 gift card to Browseabout Books in Rehoboth.
According to her teacher, Keri Mitchell, second-grader Emillia “Millie” Correa Bailey loves learning about math because she finds it easy. She likes helping people and wants to be a teacher when she finishes college. Millie says, “Leaders follow rules,” so she admires anyone who follows rules.
Mrs. Mitchell also said, “Millie is an exceptional elementary student whose enthusiasm for learning shines in every classroom activity. She is self-motivated and approaches new challenges with confidence. Millie has a genuine desire to grow as a reader. She is extremely kind and helpful to her peers, works well with classmates and is a role model.
Troy Peterson is a third grader in the Spanish Immersion program at Rehoboth Elementary. He loves his Related Arts classes, especially library, because he loves to read. Troy wants to be a video game tester when he grows up. When he is not in school, Troy likes to read, play, and watch television. He also enjoys chess and traveling. Troy believes leaders should set an example for others to follow.
SDARJ initiated the African American Achievement award to recognize students who represent the ideals of leadership, improvement, effort, and excellence in their schools. Students from each school in the Cape Henlopen and Indian River School Districts are recognized throughout the school year. SDARJ is a nonpartisan organization that educates, informs, and advocates for racial justice, equality, and fair opportunity.
Visit the Student Award page to see all previous recipients.
