Sydney Jane Butkin, Taft Elementary
Who she is: Sydney Jane Butkin, 9, is in the fourth grade
at Taft Elementary in Wyandotte.
Background: Her parents are Ted and Jane Butkin of
Wyandotte. Her sister, Ellen, is 6.
Why nominated: Sydney is a great student who loves to read
and sets a good example for classmates and other Taft students.
Sydney is always willing to help others. She is a great listener and
friend.
She says: "My goal in school is to go to college and get a
good job. I participate in gym and art because I am athletic and
artistic."