May 5-9, 2025
Brave of the Week - May 5-9 - CHS Girls Powerlifting Team
Braves of the Week go to the Lady Braves Powerlifting team for their lifesaving actions! Please see the full nomination from Mrs. Mautner below.
Bailee Brown, Blaik Mautner, Isla Mautner, Lily Clark, Alexandriah Feaster, Hailey Malcolm, Emberlea Rhea, Eyrelyn Tripp, Madelyn Ward, E'Zyria Jones, and Peyton Hogue demonstrated the Traits of a Brave in its purest form. These twelve CHS girls, who all qualified for Regionals with Powerlifting, were in a van returning from Regional weigh-ins in Decatur on February 2nd at 10pm when their coach, who was driving (and was the only staff member with them), had a medical emergency. After some swerving and jerking stops at lights, the staff member was able to pull into a neighborhood and pulled to the side while the girls had to make sure that the van was in park and then helped the staff member from the van to the curb. The girls called 911 and others knocked on neighbors doors to get help. Two of the girls stayed with the coach and checked their vitals, used their phone to call the staff member's spouse, and watched them until a parent who works at the high school arrived prior to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arriving. The students all handled the situation with grace and strength. These girls demonstrated all four Traits of a Brave. They were 'Generous' in their helping the coach and getting involved without an adult having to lead them. They were 'Humble' in the fact that they haven't brought to anyone's attention what they went through, asked for help, and worked together. They were 'Passionate' as they supported each other in such an uncertain situation. They were 'Wise' in the use of their common sense and took on an adult role on their own.
Thank you so much for your nomination Mrs. Mautner, and congratulations to the Lady Braves Powerlifting team on earning the honor!
Other Brags Submitted This Week
Stephanie Ebel - Generous
Nominator
Molly Porter
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Ms. Ebel has been a tremendous help to me over the past couple of weeks. She is never more than a phone call away and has hurried over to campus several times to help. I know she is pulled in a thousand direction every day but I am grateful for her generosity in helping when we need it!
Mark Gabriel - Generous
Nominator
Molly Porter
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
Mr. Gabriel was so helpful to me last week in repairing my tire. When he was unable to get to my car during the school day due to the storms, he made sure and stayed after to get it fixed. Thank you, Mr. Gabriel!
Charli Christoph - Generous
Nominator
Alaina Scott
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Generous
Why are you nominating this person?
She always makes sure to include everyone and does it with a smile. She is a great student and just a great person overall.
Jayce Thorne - Humble & Generous
Nominators
Leonel R & Jarrett Womack
Which Trait was this person exhibiting?
Humble
Why are you nominating this person?
From Leonel R:
Jayce Thorne was known as the best football player and Most Valuable Player at Edge Middle School, but his true strength lay in his humility. On the field, he made incredible plays with ease, running faster and hitting harder than anyone else, but he never sought the spotlight. He always credited his success to his teammates, recognizing that it was their support and effort that helped him shine. After each victory, Jayce would be the first to congratulate his fellow players, and his words were always filled with kindness and encouragement. His passion for the game was clear, but it was his humble nature that made him stand out as a true leader both on and off the field.
From Jarrett Womack:
Jayce Thorne was the kind of kid who always went out of his way to help others. At school, he had a reputation for being incredibly generous and kind-hearted. Whether it was sharing his lunch with someone who forgot theirs, helping a classmate with their homework, or simply offering a smile to someone having a bad day, Jayce was always there. He didn't seek attention for his kindness; it was just a part of who he was. His classmates admired his generosity, and even the teachers noticed how he made the school a warmer place for everyone. Jayce's caring nature made him a true friend to all, and his kindness spread like a ripple, inspiring others to be just as thoughtful and compassionate.