Zachary Canaday, a senior at Woodstock High School, is the son of Bruce and Laura Canaday of Woodstock. His nominating teacher wrote that while Zachary is a starting linebacker on the Blue Streaks football team, he maintained a GPA above a 4.0. He is preparing to compete at the 190-pound weight class for wrestling this […]
Griffin Graff, a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School, is the son of Bonnie and Derek Graff, Ringwood. His nominating teacher wrote that Griffin is a pleasure to be around. “He is heavily involved in the Marian Central community and has a great outlook on things.” Griffin is on the high honor roll, […]
Maxwell Parrish, a Woodstock North High School senior, is the son of Ilisa and Chris Parrish, Woodstock. One of his teachers nominated Maxwell because of his passion for learning, positive attitude, suuperior work ethic, and kindness to all. He is on the high honor roll, and is a member of the National Honor Society […]
Christian Balgeman, a senior at Woodstock High School, is the son of Erin and Andrew Balgeman. His nominating teacher wrote that Christian goes above and beyond in his work with the orchestra. “Not only does he work very hard to be the best violinist he can be, but he also tries to help his peers […]
Leah Diederich, a senior at Woodstock High School, is the daughter of Jeffery Diederich and Monica Whitney. Her nominating teacher wrote that Leah is diligent, hard working, and extremely creative. The respect she shows for everyone shows she is a wonderful individual in her relationships with staff and peers. Leah is an honor roll student […]
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 with many talents. The teacher said, “Daniel has an outstanding work ethic, not only balancing his workload at Marian, but also taking a class at […]
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 of her classes and her positivity, kindness, and desire to learn. Claire has been on the high honor roll, is an NHS member and an […]
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 freshmen as part of the WHS Link Crew and is challenging herself academically by taking several AP classes and dual degree courses. Renee is an […]
Caroline Binotti is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Steve and Maria Binotti, Marengo. “Caroline embodies a calm and peaceful spirit. She consistently excels academically while also dedicating her time and talents to both athletics and extracurriculars. It is clear that Caroline’s strong faith serves as her constant […]
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