The Rotary Club of Solon has announced Rosemary Reid as its student of the month for February 2012. 

            Rosemary, a Solon Middle School eighth grader, is described as “striving for excellence in everything she does” and as a “wonderful student” who successfully takes advanced course work in math, science, and languages and shows the qualities of a “natural leader who leads by example.”  In addition to her academic achievements, Rosemary is a talented singer who participates in Solon School’s Mixed Ensemble and Chamber Ensemble, serves on the Community Service Committee of the Student Counsel, and plays on the Middle School’s girls’ basketball team. 

            Rosemary is also active in the community, and it was said that “if there is a cause to support, she is usually first in line to sign up!”  She was a girl scout for 8 years, has volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House and in a local soup kitchen and church, and has participated in Relay for Life.

            In brief comments to the Rotary Club, Rosemary thanked her parents, her brothers, and her teachers for "steering her in the right direction" and helping her to make the right decisions.  She also said that despite a sometimes overwhelming schedule, she tries to always stay involved in the community, and she's happy to be in a community like Solon that offers so many opportunities for community service.