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Westmore High student Ibrahim Al Gaifie named student of the year; board and staff praise his progress
Summary
Principal Zhao presented Ibrahim Al Gaifie as Westmore High School’s student of the year, highlighting his transfer in 2024, progress as an English learner with special-education supports, leadership in the Young Men's Health Group and plans to pursue a law‑enforcement career; trustees praised his growth and the school’s support.
Principal Zhao presented Westmore High School’s student of the year, Ibrahim Al Gaifie, and described his academic and personal growth since transferring to Westmore in 2024. Zhao said Ibrahim arrived to Westmore still learning English (his first language is Arabic) and has worked closely with his case manager to secure special‑education accommodations that supported his progress.
Ibrahim came forward to accept the recognition and said he was “very grateful” for the award and thanked teachers and family. Trustees and board members offered congratulatory remarks, noting his leadership in the Young Men’s Health Group and praising his perseverance and positive example for peers; several trustees encouraged him to keep pursuing future goals, including a stated interest in becoming a police officer.
The board took photos with Ibrahim and the school representatives present. District leaders and trustees emphasized the role of staff and school programs in supporting student success.
Next steps: the board will record the recognition in meeting minutes and the district will remain in contact as Ibrahim progresses toward graduation.
