Student of the week:
Tracy Shuryan, Jefferson Elementary School, Wyandotte
Who she is: Tracy Shuryan, 9, is a fourth-grader at Jefferson Elementary School in Wyandotte.
Background: Tracy is the daughter of Rudy and Sue Shuryan of Wyandotte. She has a sister, Kristine, and a brother, Brian.
Why nominated: Tracy is a dedicated student who is on the Principal's List Honor Roll for earning all A's. She is a talented artist who recently won a coloring contest, which enabled her to eat lunch with local firefighters. Tracy also enjoys basketball, softball and swimming, as well as writing poetry and stories.
She says: "I just try to do my best in school. Some problems may be hard, but I never give up. I have great teachers who help me understand things better. I can't wait to be a famous artist when I'm older."
