STUDENT OF THE WEEK:

GAUDET LEARNING ACADEMY SCHOOL FIFTH GRADER ANDREW CASTRO

MIDDLETOWN, RI (JUNE 12, 2026) – In each of the schools across Middletown, there are students doing excellent, noteworthy things. As part of a feature from the town, a different student will be spotlighted for their efforts to make Middletown a special place to live, work and play. 

Name: Andrew Castro

School: Gaudet Learning Academy

Grade: Fifth

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Willy Castro & Ana Garcia

Accomplishment(s): “Andrew was nominated for Student of the Week for consistently demonstrating helpfulness, respect, and a positive attitude in art class,” Art Teacher Debra Danis said.

Quotable: “Lead by example, even when no one is watching.”

Dream Job: Computer software developer

Favorite Meal: Soup

Free Time: Helping people

Who I Look Up To: “I look up to my dad because he always encourages me.”

Best Part Of Middletown: The park and hanging out with friends

Inspirations: “I love to help out people and in school I do the same.”

Top Hangout: The library or a soccer field

Recommended Reading: Anything in the I Survived series

Best Subject In School: “I love math. It was my favorite subject growing up.”

Teacher/Staff Member I’d Like To Thank: “Mrs. Danis noticed who I am as a person and the kind of student I am.”

Comment From Teacher/Staff Member: “I nominated Andrew for Student of the Week because he is a genuine, smart and kind  person who is willing to help others in class, and he deserves to be recognized for his positive attitude and support of his classmates,” Danis said.

Document Link: https://mdl.town/SOW-Andrew-Castro

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Media Contact

Matt Sheley

Public Affairs Officer

401-842-6543

msheley@middletownri.gov