Alamogordo Kiwanis Club Celebrates Most Improved Students for Fall 2025 at Mountain View and Chaparral Middle Schools

Alamogordo, New Mexico – The Alamogordo Kiwanis Club continues its longstanding tradition of recognizing young achievers by honoring the Most Improved Students of the Month for October, November, and December at two local middle schools: Mountain View Middle School and Chaparral Middle School.

Each month, faculty members at the schools select one student per grade level based on demonstrated progress in key areas: attitude, behavior, school involvement, and academic performance. These awards highlight not just academic gains but personal growth, effort, and positive contributions to the school community—qualities the Kiwanis Club aims to celebrate and encourage.

The Alamogordo Kiwanis Club extends special thanks to its generous community partners—Domino’s Pizza, The Bluestone, Caliche’s, and KHII/KTMN Radio/Pizza 9—who join in congratulating these outstanding students and supporting the program. Their involvement helps make these recognitions possible and reinforces the value placed on youth development in Alamogordo.

Mountain View Middle School Honorees:

• 6th Grade

• October: Ellie Aranda

• November: Laura Alcron

• December: Zacherias Chavez

• 7th Grade

• October: Anthonio Saldana

• November: Avery Bickam

• December: Zoey Ford

• 8th Grade

• October: Dylan Johnson

• November: Abraham Morales

• December: Joe Burton

Chaparral Middle School Honorees:

• 6th Grade

• October: Caedmon Vasquez

• November: Jayden Hernandez

• December: William Rutherford

• 7th Grade

• October: Phillip Hatten

• November: Anthony Hansborough

• December: Hailey Rodriquez

• 8th Grade

• October: Yoztin Medina-Sierra

• November: Regina Torres

• December: Elijah Moreno

The Kiwanis Club’s Most Improved Student program has been a fixture in Alamogordo schools for years, partnering with local businesses to spotlight students who show remarkable improvement and inspire their peers. By focusing on effort and growth rather than just top grades, the initiative promotes resilience, responsibility, and community pride.

The Alamogordo Kiwanis Club thanks the dedicated teachers and staff at Mountain View and Chaparral Middle Schools for their nominations and for fostering environments where students can thrive. Special appreciation goes to the sponsoring partners for their continued support in enriching school programs and celebrating young talent.

Congratulations to all the honored students—your hard work and positive changes are making a difference! The community is proud of you.

For more information on the Alamogordo Kiwanis Club and its youth-focused initiatives, visit their Facebook page or follow local updates through 2nd Life Media Alamogordo Town News and KALH Radio.

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