FRESNO, Calif (FOX26) — It’s time to shine a spotlight on this April’s Superintendent’s Superstar, Anise Albizu, an eighth grader making a big impact both in and out of the classroom.
Anise, is a student at Riverdale Elementary School.
School officials describe Anise as a standout student who is resilient, confident, and driven to succeed.
She currently serves as Associated Student Body (ASB) President and maintains a perfect 4.0 GPA, all while staying actively involved in a variety of campus programs.
Anise is part of the Safe School Ambassadors program, a leadership role reserved for students who have a strong, positive influence among their peers.
She is also enrolled in leadership class, where staff say she consistently contributes ideas to improve campus culture and volunteers to help put those plans into action.
Whether speaking in front of large crowds or helping behind the scenes, Anise has become a familiar and reliable presence on campus.
She frequently serves as a master of ceremonies at school assemblies, confidently addressing both students and staff.
Her leadership was especially evident during an eighth-grade community service project, a Thanksgiving luncheon for local senior citizens.
Anise helped organize the event and welcomed guests with a heartfelt message recognizing their contributions to the community.
She continued as MC throughout the event, demonstrating poise and enthusiasm.
Beyond academics and leadership, Anise is also an athlete, competing on the school’s softball team.
School administrators say she is someone they can always count on, often stepping in to help when needed.
During a recent spring picture day, Anise assisted staff by helping coordinate student movement throughout the campus.
Despite her busy schedule, educators say Anise remains focused on her academics, making them her top priority.
District leaders say she exemplifies what it means to be a well-rounded student, someone who not only takes advantage of opportunities but actively creates them.
When asked how it feels to be awarded April’s Superintendent Superstar, Anise says she was in disbelief.
“I did not know this was possible at all, and when my principal told me why, I was in disbelief and I almost started crying because I found out after my softball game and I was in tears,” says Anise.
Anise started at Riverdale Elementary during her sixth grade year after moving from Lemoore, and says she felt set back.
She says she was determined to keep up her good grades and hard work.
“At first I started out as secretary for my seventh grade year and then I found out I could be president,” says Anise. “So I immedietely jumped on to president, and I ran for it and I won the election.”
Anise is also on the cheer team, but despite her busy schedule, she says she tries her best to stay focused.
“I stay on task and I remember that I’m doing it for my mom, I’m doing it for my dad, so I need to keep doing it,” says Anise.
Her goal is to get into UCLA and work to become a lawyer.