Orange You Awesome! Celebrating Courage, Kindness, and Compassion at ILCS
This week, Indian Lake Central School is proud to recognize two outstanding young ladies as recipients of our Orange You Awesome Award: Jayde Cummins and Amelia Hoag!
Both students were nominated by Mrs. Ameden and Mrs. Walker for demonstrating exceptional character, courage, and compassion during a recent school lockdown. Although the situation could have been frightening and overwhelming, these two young ladies showed us what it truly means to be Orange You Awesome!
Jayde Cummins is being recognized for her outstanding bravery, composure, and willingness to help others. During the lockdown, Jayde remained calm and demonstrated maturity beyond her years as she helped keep 32 PreK–2 students calm and quiet. Her ability to stay composed during a stressful and uncertain situation, while helping reassure those around her, was truly remarkable. Jayde's courage, self-control, and willingness to step up when others needed support reflect the very best of her character. She demonstrated that even young students can make a tremendous difference through their actions.
Amelia Hoag, affectionately known as Mel, is being recognized for her incredible kindness and compassion toward a younger student who was having a difficult time during the lockdown. Even as a first grader herself, Mel showed a big heart and a caring spirit by helping another student remain calm and feel safe. Her thoughtfulness and willingness to comfort someone who needed reassurance demonstrated that kindness knows no age. Mel reminded us that sometimes the smallest acts of kindness make the biggest difference.
While Jayde and Mel demonstrated their strengths in different ways, both showed us the importance of looking out for one another, staying strong during difficult moments, and being there for those who need us. Their actions are a wonderful reminder that leadership isn't always about having a title or being the oldest in the room. Sometimes, it's simply about showing courage, compassion, and kindness when it matters most.
Congratulations, Jayde and Mel! We are incredibly proud of you both. Thank you for representing the very best of Indian Lake Central School and showing us what it means to be Orange Strong!
What Is the Orange You Awesome Award?
The Orange You Awesome Award celebrates students who go above and beyond to make ILCS a positive, supportive, and spirited community. Indian Lake staff members and community members are encouraged to nominate any student, at any time, who demonstrates one or more of the following qualities:
Character Excellence: Shows kindness, empathy, respect, honesty, integrity, perseverance, and a positive attitude.
School Spirit & Leadership: Demonstrates pride in being part of Orange Nation, encourages others, and leads by example.
Academic & Personal Growth: Demonstrates consistent effort, responsibility, improvement, and a willingness to embrace challenges.
Community Contribution: Goes out of their way to help others, participate in service, and make a positive difference in the ILCS community.
You don't have to wait for a special occasion to recognize someone who is making a difference!
Anyone can nominate an ILCS student! If you know a student who deserves a little extra recognition, we encourage you to complete our nomination form:
Submit an Orange You Awesome Nomination
You may also contact Julie Wolfe at wolfej@ilcsd.org with questions or nominations.
Let's continue celebrating the kindness, courage, leadership, and school spirit that make Indian Lake such a special place!
Once Orange, Always Orange! Go Orange!