The Mechanic Falls, Minot and Poland Tri-Town Optimist Club recognizes Ashley Strout its Regional School Unit 16 Student of the Month recipient for February.

Strout, an eighth grader from Bruce M. Whittier Middle School in Poland, is described by her teacher as a four-leaf clover kind of student, according to a news release from the club.

As president of the Student Council, she takes pride in her school and is a natural leader who uses her voice to rally her peers in the council and beyond. She is thoughtful, has a willingness to listen to others, and is always supportive of those around her, the news release states.