The City of Corning, in partnership with the Corning Union Elementary School District (CUESD), recently recognized the dedication and perseverance of local students who achieved perfect attendance. As a token of appreciation, two students from each school were selected to receive recreation certificate awards, giving them the opportunity to join any recreation class of their choice for free.
With so many students meeting the perfect attendance milestone, the recipients had to be selected randomly—an inspiring testament to the commitment of Corning’s young learners. Christina Meeds, City of Corning Recreation Coordinator/Planner II, shared pictures of the proud students holding their certificates, their smiles reflecting their excitement and accomplishment.
This collaboration between the City of Corning and CUESD exemplifies the community’s dedication to encouraging positive habits like attendance while providing opportunities for personal growth and enrichment through recreation.
“These certificates are more than just awards—they’re invitations for our students to explore their interests, develop new skills, and connect with peers within the community,” said Christina. “We’re proud to celebrate their hard work in a way that supports their continued growth.”
The Everett Freeman Promise Neighborhood (“Corning Promise”), the community arm of the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indian Tribe, works in collaboration with community partners to implement cradle-to-career solutions, and this is just one example of how the Everett Freeman Promise Neighborhood initiative is investing in programs that support student success while fostering wellness and community connection.