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Alexander Odahowski, a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School, is the son of Carol and Mitch Odahowski, McHenry. He was nominated by his guidance counselor, who referred to […]
Justin Smiley, a Woodstock North High School senior, is the son of Jim and Jen Smiley, Woodstock. The teacher who nominated him said Justin volunteered the entire first semester […]
Anna Crenshaw, a senior at Woodstock High School, is the daughter of Julia and Brent Crenshaw of Woodstock. Her nominating teacher said Anna’s true love of learning and understanding complex […]
Sierra Baumann, a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School, is the daughter of Ed and Nancy Baumann, Algonquin. She was nominated by her guidance counselor, who wrote, ”Sierra […]
Erin McCann, a Woodstock North High School junior, is the daughter of Tricia and Sebastian McCann, Woodstock. The teacher who nominated Erin said she has a work ethic rarely […]
Cassidy Jeschke, a senior at Woodstock High School, is the daughter of Heather and Chad Jeschke of Woodstock. Her nominating teacher described Cassidy as a reliable and hard-working student, and […]
Michael Bubala, a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School, is the son of Matthew and Colleen Bubala, West Dundee. He was nominated by his guidance counselor who wrote, […]
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