GCHS Student of the Month

Congratulations to Hayden Elleman for being recognized as the Garrard County Schools Student of the Month for Garrard County High School sponsored by Farmers National Bank!

Hayden is a senior at GCHS. Haydens excel academically and athletically as a Golden Lion.  He consistently demonstrates exceptional dedication, discipline, and determination in both his studies and his athletic endeavors.  

Hayden is a shining example of a student who excels in the classroom with his unwavering commitment to problem solving, perseverance, and collaboration.  In every lesson, Hayden exhibits his best effort with a positive attitude and keeps trying until he successfully makes sense of the problem.  While Hayden shines individually, he is also willing to collaborate and cooperate with anyone in the classroom. I truly look forward to seeing Hayden in class as he is one of the most pleasant students I have encountered in my educator career.

On the football and baseball fields, Hayden is a strong leader and star player.  His teamwork and sportsmanship have been instrumental in our teams’ successes.  During his junior year, the baseball team advanced to the regional championship.  His senior football season has been full of highlights on the offensive and defensive side of the ball.  Additionally, Hayden has shared his leadership qualities off the field by volunteering as a Parks and Recreation coach, a Special Olympics peer mentor, and serving as a positive role model for all student-athletes in our community.  Hayden exhibits a remarkable balance between his academic and athletic commitments.  His time management skills are exemplary, allowing him to excel in both areas without compromising the quality of his work or his performance on the field.  Hayden also gained valuable experience in the workforce with a summer job at a local business.  I have no doubt that Hayden will continue to thrive in a collegiate environment, where he will undoubtedly make significant contributions to both academics, athletics, and his community.    He possesses the rare combination of academic excellence, athletic talent, and strong character.