North Arlington High School gives recognition to many students for their achievements. One particular recognition, given monthly to North Arlington students, is called Characters with Character. Characters with Character is an award given to students nominated by faculty members based on notable, outstanding actions or behavior. Faculty members submit their nominations with detailed explanations to the high school principal, Mr. Manuppelli.

The names of the students are then sent to Senator Sarlo’s office.  His office prepares certificates which are mailed to the high school.  Then, Mr. Manuppelli congratulates all of the nominees and presents the certificates. Mr. Manuppelli normally thanks the students for representing NAHS in a positive manner.  In addition, the names of the students are placed on the electronic board outside the high school and their pictures are sent to the local newspaper.

The following students have been presented with an award for Characters with Character so far this school year:

September 2011 – Catherine Correia, Diana Correia, Eunice Gavieres, Destiny Russo and Alessandro Samaan

October 2011 – Mackenzie Cutruzzula, Franklin Montesdeoca, Goncalo Pimentel and Michael Stringham

November 2011 – Matthew Titterington and Julio Ferrer

December 2011 – James Cedola, Diana Correia, Amy Lin, Cesar Ramos, Kathryn Rouski, Brandon Scheer and Karyna Vidal