Caidence Johnson, the Sophomore Student of the Month, was nominated by Ms. Schlatter for her outstanding work in Intro to Ceramics. This recognition is not only a talent, but also her commitment. She believes that the achievement evolves from her willingness to work hard and express herself through her art. Looking ahead, Caidence hopes to maintain strong grades, challenge herself with honors classes, and prepare for acceptance into a good college. While she’s still exploring her options, she knows that her future will be art-related; however, her interests stretch far beyond ceramics. She enjoys English class, reading, and art. She also finds inspiration at home. “My parents are my role models. They’re hard workers and have accomplished a lot, even when it’s really hard for them.” Outside the classroom, she stays active in the school community through theater and the Interact Club.
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December Sophomore Student of the Month
March 13, 2026
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Ava Stango, Editor-In-Chief
Ava Stango, Senior, is ending her 4-year career at the Warrior’s Wire as the Editor-In-Chief. She was featured in Watertown’s Town Times News as a reporter and as a designer for event advertising at Watertown High School. She succeeds in academics, for she is in the World Language Honor Society, the Tri-M Music Honor Society, National Honor Society, and President of the National Technical Honor Society. Ava also has perfect attendance since kindergarten, meaning she has never missed a day of school in her Watertown District education.
Ava is one of the captains on the Varsity Girls’ Volleyball team and pushes her skill to play in a winter club tournament team. She plays the tuba in the school’s Wind Ensemble and manager of the WHS Band Instagram account. Ava has also taken part in the school’s Pit Orchestra for the production of Chicago, Phantom of the Opera, and Sister Act. She was the Director for the Pit Orchestra for the student directed play of “Fantastic Mr. Fox.” She arranged and composed music for fellow student band members to perform for the show. She and her pit have won a Halo Award for “Best Incidental/Original Music in a Play.” Ava directed the Pit for the play of this 2025 fall, “The Truman Show.”
Out of school, Ava enjoys hanging out with her friends and boyfriend, and shopping. After graduation, Ava plans to attend Quinnipiac University to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic & Interactive Design, followed by a Master’s degree in Producing for Film & TV.