EVERYONE remembers the girl in their class who knew the answers to all the teachers questions. And the boy who excelled at every sport. But how were you viewed by your peers?

This category aims to focus a spotlight on today’s East Lancashire boys and girls who, by their actions, have earned the admiration and respect of school staff and pupils alike.

It might be that they have shone academically, although intelligence and hard work are not the only criteria by any means.

Judges will be looking for pupils who help those around them and are keen to get involved in all kinds of school activities.

Just like last year’s winner, Alisha Cowell who was just six-years-old but incredibly confident when she strode out of the audience at the Schools Awards to accept her prize.

Her headteacher Gillian Crompton described Alisha as ‘a fantastic member of our school community’.

Mrs Crompton said at the time: “Alisha takes responsibility for her own learning and has made fantastic gains across all areas of the curriculum, partly due to her giving 100 per cent effort, 100 per cent of the time.

“Alisha is a superb role model to all the children in the school. She helps to take care of the younger children around school at playtimes, she always displays excellent behaviour and is a kind and caring friend.”

The winner of this category might also have put personal problems to one side in order to play a significant part in classroom life.

That outstanding contribution could have many forms and, for example, include children who have striven hard despite illness or disability to really immerse themselves in the community that exists at primary schools.

Nominations can come from teachers, governors, parents, other pupils (with parental approval) or anyone who believes they know of a five to 11-year-old who deserves to be recognised.

n Nomination forms can be found at lancas-hiretelegraph.co.uk/education_zone/schools_awards/