Westmoreland Central School

Brandon Massett was named the Bulldog Bookstore “Employee of the Month” for the month of November.

Brandon, a sophomore, is in the midst of his first year working at the bookstore located in the Jr./Sr. High School. Business teacher Mrs. Weissenberger, who oversees the store, says Brandon was selected based on his outstanding qualities.  

“Brandon is a self-starter, has a great drive for success and is a team player,” Mrs. Weissenberger said. “Since he started working at the bookstore, he has treated it like his own business, always eager to maximize profits and please customers.”

Working at the bookstore is a rewarding experience. Brandon says it’s fun to be able to work with friends, but, most importantly, is learning real-life skills.

“I am only a sophomore, so I’m still not sure what I want to do or study after high school,” Brandon explained. “But, I do know that working at the bookstore will help me secure scholarships for college and teach me how to deal with and manage money.”

The Bulldog Bookstore is not associated with any class. Rather, students interested in acquiring a volunteer position at the store submit an application, resume and at least two references, and are then interviewed by Mrs. Weissenberger. Students work during free periods and lunch.

The store is open Monday-Friday during school hours and sometimes during special events. There’s plenty of “green and white” to choose from. Products for sale range from t-shirts to hoodies to snacks and school supplies. All profits are invested back into the student body in the form of scholarships to graduating seniors.

Congratulations to Brandon Massett on being named the Bulldog Bookstore “Employee of the Month” for the month of November!