Eufaula Middle School Students of the Month for October

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November 19, 2025

The October Middle School Students of the Month include: 6th grade:

Paige Smith is the daughter of Jennifer Smith. She enjoys playing basketball and her future plans are to be a D1 Basketball player and work for SWAT.

Kaden Chiles is the son of Brandy and Alfonso Chiles. His favorite class is Mr. Hodgins. His future plans are to grow up and be a pediatrician. 7th grade: Elizabeth Davis is the daughter of Serena and Jimmy Davis. She enjoys basketball and her future plans are to play in the WNBA then become a nurse.

Mason Taylor is the son of Alisa Bishop. His favorite class is Ms. Workman. His future plans are to get married and have a wonderful life.

8th grade:

Riley Garner attends the Eufaula Dormitory. Her favorite class is English and her future plans are to be successful in all the things she pursues in life.

Andrew Anderson is the son of Kasey Ellison and Frankie Anderson. His favorite class is math and his future plans are to attend college.

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