The Rotary Club of Solon has announced Eugene “EMack” Bentley as its student of the month for November 2011. 

            EMack, a Solon Middle School eighth grader, is described as a “well rounded and phenomenal” student who is respectful and who excels both academically and athletically.  In addition to maintaining a 4.0 grade average last quarter, he is taking high school course work in several areas, plays on the Middle School football team and on a travel lacrosse and hockey teams, participates in the Middle School choir and boys’ ensemble, and serves as a volunteer in the Solon Middle School office.  EMack, who received his award at the Rotary Club of Solon’s November 2 meeting with his family in attendance, said that he was taught to “follow the golden rule” and that a smile can break the ice in virtually every situation.