Congratulations to Jona Cruz, a seventh grader at Randleman Middle School, on being a nominee in April for the “Doing Good in Your Neighborhood” program organized by the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office.
Today, he was awarded a certificate from the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office and a “summons” to Chick-fil-A for doing good work in the community.
The nomination form indicated that Jona is the kind of child whom everyone can rely, and he consistently displays a cheerful demeanor. Recently, Jona helped by stacking a significant amount of firewood on the porch of a 90-year-old resident, ensuring ease of access, as this is the sole means by which she heats her home.
Jona also volunteered to sit with an elderly family friend during a storm, as she was frightened to be alone.
His mother remarked that Jona typically is the last to pack up after baseball practice, ensuring that the dugout is free of litter and that any forgotten items are returned to their rightful owners. She recounted an instance when she had already gone to the car to place their belongings, and it seemed to her that he was taking an unusually long time. Concerned, she returned to the field and discovered him playing catch with a new student/teammate. She expressed that witnessing this display of kindness and empathy truly warmed her heart. Additionally, he had permitted the new player to borrow equipment for practice at home.
Congratulations to Jona for also being selected as the monthly award recipient for April 2025 by members of the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office who reviewed the blind submissions. He will be recognized for this accomplishment during a visit to the Sheriff’s Office soon.
Way to go, Jona! Your school and community appreciate your thoughtfulness and willingness to help others.
Kids need to know that adults see them thriving in this life, doing good things, and how great a person he or she is!