Every month The Feather will highlight one student recommended by a teacher and voted upon by Feather staff members. Students are chosen depending upon several factors including and not limited to good grades, class engagement, positive attitude and special extracurricular activities.
The student of the month for March is Freshmen Roman Endicott, chosen by Spanish teacher Karen Almaraz. Almaraz says that Endicott has shown a great deal of responsibility, focus and positivity within both the classroom setting and the sport’s field.
“Roman is a wonderful student and athlete,” Almaraz said. “I chose him because I truly appreciate his great work ethic and positive attitude on and off the field. In class, he’s always on time and ready to start. I know I can count on Roman to participate whenever I ask for volunteers to answer a question or read. He is constantly going out of his way to help out his classmates and despite having such a busy schedule with baseball his dedication to his studies is outstanding.”
Endicott is a “lifer” at FC. This year he has taken part in two seasonal FC sports, showed dedication in the academic sphere and is a first year member of the California Scholastic Federation (CSF).
Endicott has been a member of FC’s baseball and football program for several years and fills most of his weekday afternoons with team practices. Though Roman enjoys athletics he says that the most beneficial part of participating in a team is forming close bonds with others.
“I like sports because a lot of the friendships I have developed over the years have been a result of them and I wouldn?t have those bonds with people that are really close to me without them,” Endicott said. “I feel like the biggest part of it to me is the people that play the sport not necessarily the sport itself.”
Junior teammate Bailey Brogan says that through the short time that Endicott has spent on the team he has displayed a strong work ethic and good sportsmanship.
“Roman is a valuable member of the team,” Brogan said. “He has a good work ethic and a drive to improve on his skills. As a freshman he is very talented for his age and I can’t wait to see what the future has in store for him.”
“We would describe Roman’s personality as friendly, easy-going, funny, smart, hard working and kind. Roman has a strong work ethic. He is disciplined and works hard, especially with his school work and athletics. Our hopes for Roman’s future is that he will always have the same sincere heart he has right now and will follow God’s leading.” Jennifer Endicott, Roman’s mom
After a long week of balancing sports and school work Endicott values a bit of downtime with friends and family in order to refresh himself. He says that though being productive is healthy, spending quality time with others is of the utmost importance.
“I hardly find time during the week (to relax) but during the weekend I find time to just relax with friends and family,” Endicott said. “I feel like if I spend a weekend without catching up with my parents or hanging out with my friends then I really didn’t get anything accomplished and it wasn’t fun at all.”
In addition to academics, sports, and making quality time for family, friends and relaxation, Endicott often aids his grandfather in taking care of his property. He also attends youth group at Bethany Church after practice when he is able.
Mother Jennifer Endicott says that her son is driven, intelligent and caring. She and her husband hope that Roman will continue to steadfastly uphold these qualities throughout his life.
“We would describe Roman’s personality as friendly, easy-going, funny, smart, hard working and kind,” Jennifer said. “Roman has a strong work ethic. He is disciplined and works hard, especially with his school work and athletics. Our hopes for Roman’s future is that he will always have the same sincere heart he has right now and will follow God’s leading. Roman is a wonderful son, brother and friend and we feel so blessed to have him in our family.”
In the distant future, Endicott plans on pursing a profession in the medical field due to his interest in science and passion for helping others
“I plan to hopefully go into something in the medical field because it has always interested me,” Endicott said. “Probably working with people in surgery or being a doctor. Science is my favorite subject and I feel like there’s a lot of different things that you can learn about. It’s just really interesting.”
Though still a freshmen Endicott has expressed interest in Fresno Pacific College.
Erin Wilson, ’18, says that Endicott displays both a humorous and a caring personality.
“He?s smart and he’s nice most of the time,” Wilson said laughing. “He’s also funny. He has a good personality. He cares about people and likes helping them too which is really good.”
Interesting Facts about Roman Endicott
-If Endicott could visit anywhere in the world it would be New Zealand because of the beautiful landscape.
– Endicott is the tallest person in his family.
-Endicott’s favorite fast food restaurant is In and Out
– If Roman had to eat one food for the rest of his life it would be Chile Cheese Dogs.
– His favorite animal is a Red Panda.
-His favorite TV show is The Office
– Endicott’s favorite video game is Madden NFL50
– If Endicott could have any super power it would be invisibility because he could do anything and have fun messing with people.
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For February’s Student of the month article, read, Student of the Month: Villanueba pursues passion for animal science, values relationships.
