Student of the Week Elaine Cooke

5th grader at Zia Elementary School

Nusenda Credit Union, in partnership with the APS Education Foundation, highlights an APS student each week.

What Elaine's parents say about her: Elaine is creative, artistic, and not afraid to be an individual. She is empathetic and cares for everyone around her. Even through tough times in her life, she always comes out with a smile.

What Elaine's teacher says about her: Elaine is a wonderful student! She is a hard worker who strives continuously to improve her academic studies and gets along great with her peers. Elaine is friends with everyone! The students admire her demeanor and feel very comfortable being around her. She is well respected by her teachers. You will find Elaine to be polite, funny, smart, and a well-rounded child. We are so proud of her! 

Favorite subject: Elaine says her favorite subject is art "because I am able to express myself through it." 

Hobbies and activities: Sketching, drawing, and listening to music