Daniel Kirchner, a Marian Central Catholic High School senior, is the son of Matt and Megan Kirchner, Harvard. One of his teachers nominated Daniel for being a well-rounded individual […]
Claire Miranda, a Woodstock North High School senior, is the daughter of Eric and Chita Miranda, Woodstock. One of her teachers nominated Claire for her strong presence in all […]
Renee Schleutermann, a senior at Woodstock High School, is the daughter of Eric and Char Schleutermann of Woodstock. Her nominating teacher wrote that Renee is helping welcome and connect incoming […]
Angelina Cutrona, a Marian Central Catholic High School senior, is the daughter of Tony and Claudine Cutrona from Huntley. Her guidance counselor wrote, “Angelina represents all the good things […]
Sarina Oginski, a Woodstock North High School senior, is the daughter of Chris and Michele Oginski of Wonder Lake. One of her teachers nominated Sarina for her positive leadership, […]
Grace Ayssa Murphy, a Woodstock High School senior, is the daughter of Jennifer Murphy and Patrick Murphy. Her nominating teacher wrote, “Grace has been an exceptional student in film studies […]
Declan Pivnicka, a Marian Central Catholic High School senior, is the son of Steve and Sarah Pivnicka of Woodstock. In nominating Declan, his guidance counselor wrote, “Declan is well […]
Aurora Murphy, a senior at Woodstock North High School, is the daughter of Heather Cole of McHenry. Her nominating teacher wrote, “Rory is always so happy and excited about […]
Kaghan True, a Woodstock High School sophomore is the daughter of Pfrank Wicker and Roger True. In nominating Kaghan, her teacher wrote, “Kaghan is a very hard-working student who is […]
Olivie Schlossmann is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. Olivie’s parents are Renae and Darrick Schlossmann, Huntley. Olivie’s guidance counselor wrote, “Olivie is a model student at […]
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