Sloane Barney is "Student Of The Week" for #MiddletownRI. The Aquidneck School first grader is always ready to help others and have a kind word. Thanks to all our students who make their school a better place for all.
STUDENT OF THE WEEK:
AQUIDNECK SCHOOL FIRST GRADER SLOANE BARNEY
MIDDLETOWN, RI (JUNE 13, 2025) – In each of the schools across Middletown, there are students doing excellent, noteworthy things. As part of a feature from the town, a different student will be spotlighted for their efforts to make Middletown a special place to live, work and play.
Name: Sloane Barney
School: Aquidneck School
Grade: First
Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Benjamin & Christina Barney
Accomplishment(s): “Sloane is an excellent role model in the classroom,” First Grade Teacher Diana Stamp said. “She is kind to all students, lends a helping hand whenever needed and is fun to talk with. Sloane has many after-school hobbies and loves to learn every day.”
Quotable: “Complimenting others is a very kind thing to do. I like to compliment outfits, hair and when people act kindly.”
Dream Job: “I want to be a puppy-sitter because I like dogs and they are so cute. I also want to be a teacher at Potter League so I can see pets everyday and teach people about the animals.”
Favorite Meal: “I like quiche for breakfast because it has eggs and bacon.”
Free Time: Sloane said she has many after school hobbies. She is learning how to play piano, softball, horseback riding, gymnastics and pickleball.
Who I Look Up To: Sloane looks up to her friend Wynn because she does a lot of sports and thinks that is cool. She also likes how her friend Esme does her hair because it is really pretty.
Best Part Of Middletown: "Aquidneck School because I learn something new everyday."
Inspirations: “My mom inspires me because she is really good at riding horses.”
Top Hangout: Sloane likes to ride her bike at Corporate Park (across from Aquidneck School).
Recommended Reading: My new favorite book is It's Not Easy Being A Rabbit by Dr. Seuss. It is really funny.
Best Subject In School: “My favorite subject is music because I play piano.”
Teacher/Staff Member I’d Like To Thank: “My teacher Mrs. Stamp because she teaches me something new everyday. She is really kind.”
Comment From Teacher/Staff Member: “Sloane is very helpful in the classroom. She carefully guides students when they need support but does not give them the answer. Sloane is very generous and kind. She often makes pictures for the class and gives handmade gifts to her friends. As a role model in her class, Sloane is always listening and following directions.”
Document Link: https://mdl.town/SOW-Sloane-Barney
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