9/17/25 Elementary & Middle School Student of the Week – Hayna Krein
September 17, 2025
Hayna is a 5th grade student at Greenwood Elementary School.
Hayna is a 5th grade student at Greenwood Elementary School.
Matthew Conlon, a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School, is the son of Emily and Kevin Conlon. His teacher said: “Matt has grown into a true leader, someone his […]
Reid Verastique, a junior at Woodstock North High School, is the son of Tony and Jayna Verastique. His teacher said, “Reid is an excellent student both in the classroom and […]
Iker is a 2nd grade student at Dean Street Elementary School.
Penny is a 7th Grader at Creekside Middle School.
Hannah Olsen, a senior at Woodstock High School, is the daughter of Heidi and Chris Olsen. Her teacher said, “Hannah is one of the most remarkably determined students to have […]
5th Grade Student of Week Austin Wall
Marian Central Catholic High School senior Nick Schmid is the son of Todd and Lynn Schmid. His teacher said, “Nick has always been extremely dedicated to his studies. He is […]
Marian Central Catholic High School senior Gianna Stahl is the daughter of Jim and Kristi Stahl. Her counselor commented, “Gianna is one of the most selfless and pure-hearted students I’ve […]
Westwood Elementary Fifth Grade Student: Bennett Washkowiak
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