Spotlight on District Elementary Student of the Month, Alejandro Arroyo Ascencio

Congratulations to Alejandro Arroyo Ascencio, a 5th grade student at Douglas Elementary School, for being named the District Elementary Student of the Month. 

Alejandro is recognized for his outstanding achievements in coding, robotics, and leadership.

Despite his young age, Alejandro has already demonstrated remarkable skill in programming. He earned a certificate of completion in Python programming from CoderZ, a curriculum typically designed for students in eighth grade and beyond. Through this program, Alejandro successfully coded digital robots using Python, showcasing his advanced problem-solving abilities.

In addition to his proficiency in Python, Alejandro excels in robotics and coding using Blockly. His innovative approach earned him sixth place in the Moore Middle School Science Fair, where he designed, built, and programmed an EV3 Lego robot to remove debris in a simulated flood-stricken town. His ingenuity and dedication to robotics continue to shine as he recently designed, built, and coded another robot capable of carrying objects, dropping them, and crossing a bridge.

Alejandro’s leadership within the Douglas Coding/Robotics program further highlights his talents. When his peers encounter challenges, they turn to him for guidance. His expertise and willingness to help make him a valuable mentor to others in the program.

With his passion for coding, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to helping others, Alejandro is a true inspiration at Douglas Elementary. His achievements set a strong foundation for future success in STEM fields. Congratulations, Alejandro!

The Tyler ISD District Students of the Month each receive a certificate and medal, sponsored by CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System

Each month, Tyler ISD recognizes the exemplary efforts of two students, one from our elementary schools and one from our secondary schools, to be honored. Teachers and school principals submit nominations based on students’ excellence in many areas, including academics, leadership, campus, and community involvement. These outstanding qualities lead to successful student outcomes both in and outside of the classroom.