Bloch earns Lion’s Student of the Quarter
Abbotsford High School senior Madison Bloch has been named the Abbotsford Lions Club Student of the Quarter for the first quarter of the 2022-23 school year.
Bloch carries a rigorous class schedule that includes written communications, YA manufacturing, Introduction to psychology, German II DL, calculus, physics, band, and treble choir. Her co-curricular activities include National Honor Society, Student Senate, Safe School Ambassadors, FBLA, Forensics, Mathletes, Jazz Band, and Show Choir. She is also a member of the basketball and track & field teams.
Science Teacher, Andrew Brehm, highly recommended her for the Student- of-the-Quarter award. “Maddy exemplifies the idea that positive energy leads to achievement, excellence and giving back,” Brehm stated. “She not only works hard in the classroom, but she gives back to her community in many ways. Her energy, drive, work ethic, and motivation to give back will take her far in life. I consider her to be a top student-leader and mentor to the young kids in school.”
Bloch’s volunteerism attests to her belief in community service. She has been actively involved by helping in community blood drives, the Ronald McDonald meal creation project, the Milan Softball League, the school concession stand, local cleanup days, and as scorekeeper in youth tournaments.
When asked to identify an outstanding feature of the community, Madison applauded “the diversity present in our community that creates one of the most unique learning experiences. Through the assortment of cultures in our community, we can see first-hand what different cultures value and believe. It teachers all students to be inclusive, empathetic, and creative, while also challenging us to examine our own values and beliefs. We are better equipped to explore the world and more willing to be compassionate to others.”
When asked to define a major world problem, Bloch responded, “I would confront the education gap. Every child should have the same opportunity to explore their interests and become the best version of themselves. If everyone was equipped with the same opportunity to be successful, society would not only be more prosperous, but more evolved. We wouldn’t have such shortages in the labor market, and people would be more joyful if they were working in a career they loved. Education drives careers; quality, personalized education drives creativity and positivity.”
Madison currently works at Loos Machine & Automation. After graduation, she plans to attend UW-Platteville pursuing a Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree and becoming a licensed engineer through the apprenticeship program. She dreams of “creating safe and inclusive parks for children and pets to roam, scenic trails for the community to stay active on and sturdy roads that will lead society in the right direction.”
Madison is the daughter of Lance and Jill Bloch of Abbotsford.
