David Velarde of the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise presented El Puente Community School student Jesse Maldanado with a plaque to honor him as the August student of the month.
Engraved on the plaque was the following: “In recognition of your accomplishments at El Puente School. You have excelled due to your hard work and dedication.”
Each month a student is nominated by their teacher for excelling in their school work.
The Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise is a diverse group of 55 members representing Santa Barbara’s business and community leaders dedicated to serving Santa Barbara area youths. The club meets at 7 a.m. every Wednesday at the Santa Barbara Club, 1105 Chapala St. Call 805.966.4679 for more information.
— Diana Washburn is the public relations chairwoman for the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise.