Benjamin Schneider is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. He is the son of Amy and John Schneider, Algonquin. “Ben is a true leader. His academic drive, involvement in the Marian community, and giving spirit are unmatched. Ben consistently accomplishes greatness with a seeming ease,” said one of his teachers. […]
Jared Ritter is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Kurt and Stephanie Ritter, Woodstock. “Jared is a gifted and passionate student in the fine arts and pours everything into many facets of this department,” said one of his teachers. Jared made state on the […]
Faith Diamond is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Dan and Jean Diamond, Crystal Lake. “Faith is a model student and citizen within the Marian Central community. She is a quietly, humble leader who gives her time and talents selflessly,” said one of her teachers. […]
Nicholas Wagner is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Marjory and Thomas Wagner, Bull Valley. “Nick is a role model to all students for all areas of his academic career. Nick’s character as a person sets him above and beyond other students,” said one of his teachers. Nick is […]
Davan O’Leary is a junior at Woodstock High School. He is the son of Olivia and Connor O’Leary, Woodstock. “Davan earned the best grade on the first chemistry test of the year. He showed great effort throughout the start of the school year thus far, and it showed on his first summative assessment,” […]
Jaime Atadero is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Jennifer and Arsenio Atadero, Algonquin. “Jaime is one of the most positive, energetic, and dedicated students I’ve ever had the pleasure to work with. She humbly challenges herself to be the best she can be always,” said […]
Rickie Hester is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Denise and Rickie Hester, Woodstock. “Rickie works hard and tries his best everyday. He loves making his peers laugh,” said one of his teachers. Rickie participates in Best Buddies, cooking group and adapted physical education basketball. […]
Tyler Butler is a senior at Woodstock High School. He is the son of Sarah and Steve Butler, Woodstock. “Tyler was elected to be president of the marketing discount card class project. This requires organization, leadership, and additional class work for success on the project,” said Mr. Thompson, his business teacher. Tyler […]
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