Rotary Club Honors Preston Duncan and Elakia Vadivelan

The Aurora Rotary Club celebrates academic excellence and leadership by naming its Students of the Month for March 2026.

Community | By Julie D'Aloiso | March 26, 2026

Rotary Club Honors Preston Duncan and Elakia Vadivelan
The Rotary Club of Aurora has officially recognized Preston Duncan and Elakia Vadivelan as the Students of the Month for March, highlighting their exceptional contributions to the school community. These prestigious awards are presented to students who demonstrate the Rotary motto of "Service Above Self" alongside significant academic achievement. During the presentation, the honorees were joined by their principal, Dr. Ashley Pacholewski (affectionately known as Dr. Patch), to celebrate their ongoing commitment to excellence within the Aurora City School District.Who are the Rotary Students of the Month for March?The selection of Preston Duncan and Elakia Vadivelan as the Students of the Month reflects the high standards of the Aurora Rotary Club’s youth programs. These students were chosen based on a combination of faculty recommendations, peer leadership, and extracurricular involvement. By honoring students like Duncan and Vadivelan, the Rotary Club aims to foster a culture of civic responsibility and academic ambition among the youth of Northeast Ohio.How does the Rotary Club support Aurora schools?The Students of the Month program is a cornerstone of the partnership between the Rotary Club of Aurora and local educators. Under the leadership of administrators like Dr. Ashley Pacholewski, the school identifies individuals who go beyond standard requirements to impact their community positively. This recognition not only provides a platform for student achievement but also connects young leaders with a global network of professionals dedicated to humanitarian service.Celebrating student success in Northeast OhioThe March recognition comes during a particularly active season for the Rotary Club, which manages various community service projects throughout the year. The inclusion of Preston Duncan and Elakia Vadivelan in this elite group of past honorees underscores the consistent talent found within the Aurora schools. As Students of the Month, these individuals serve as role models for their peers, proving that dedication to both studies and community service remains a vital part of the local student experience.

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