Adam Thomas is a senior at Woodstock High School. He is the son of Daniel and Lori Thomas, Woodstock. “Adam has been involved in art classes and AP […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Maggie Finnegan is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Sean and Lisa Finnegan, McHenry. “Maggie is a fantastic young woman. She always strives […]
Ethan Miranda is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Chita and Eric Miranda, Woodstock. “Ethan has been a foundational member of my […]
Caileigh Widmayer is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Dan and Erin Widmayer, Woodstock. “Caileigh is a committed young […]
Keegan Given is a junior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Lisa and Gregory Given, Wonder Lake. “Keegan is a great tutor. […]
Megan Baker is a junior at Woodstock High School. Mrs. Brainard, the teacher who nominated Megan for Student of the Week, said she is “always willing to help others and […]
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