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12 M a\0 Features Graduating seniors leave their mark U of the Denise Griffith Kyle Jones "He is an Eagle Scout, hard-working student and athlete and a GREAT guy. He has unquenchable optimism and spirit." —Todd Jones Why do you believe you were recommended? There's no question, it's because we share the same last name! Actually to tell you the truth, I think it's because I'm honest and I work hard. What are the activities in which you are involved? Football, wrestling, as well as being actively involved in Scouting (I'm an Eagle Scout), and my church. What are you going to miss about high school? My friends, sports and of course, Mr. Jones. "She does so much, in the class, in the school, and in the community, and she’s pretty quiet about it." —Todd Jones Why do you believe you were recommended? I've had him for two classes, and I know him pretty well. I like his classes and they inter est me and make me work harder. What are the activities in which you are involved? I've been on dance team for three years, Yearbook Editor last year, Link Crew member, Class Council (all four years), and NHS officer this year. What are you going to miss about high school? I'll miss the people, the people who I’ve grown up with all my life. I'm also going to miss all the activities and clubs I've been a part of. Elizabeth Farrell "What a STAR but never grabbing the spotlight. Brilliant. Plays flute. Kind to all. I expect she does many things about which I'm unaware." —Rhonda Case Why do you believe you were recommended? I work hard, especially in her class, and am a part of International Club. What are the activities in which you are involved? I play the flute, am part of International Club, play soccer, and am tutor at the tutoring center. What are you going to miss about high school? Mostly the people and teachers I've met. Also, how much easier high school is compared to college. Sambaran Chatterjee "He is always on task and comes in to work before school, after school; whatever it takes to do a great job. Plus, he's a really restpectful, nice person." —Gary Eppelsheimer Why do you believe you were recommended? I have been in his classes so maybe he likes me? They are fun and I enjoyed them. What are the activities in which you are involved? I was part of the play "Reckless" earlier this year, as well as cross country. I am also involved in National Honor Society, International Club and track. What are you going to miss about high school? Friends. So many bonds over the years, I’m going to These four extrac|raiijiary seniors were nominated by their teachers for their achievements during high school. Whether its their work ethic, influence on the community, or their ability to accomplish something out of the ordinary, theses students' quiet contributions have made a difference. ✓ Information compiled by Hilli Ciavarello them* <r Iff : • Hüll Photos by Malia Chong _ May 30 senior assembly brings end to high school career J oseph M iller Staff Reporter For the first time, the Evening of Excellence will be partially incorporated into the traditional Senior assembly. In past years, the Evening of Excellence was held the last Tuesday of school for the seniors. Awards were given for inspiration, service, and to honor student achievement for different departments (or different classes). Local scholarships were also announced. The senior assemblies occurring the next day were traditionally for graduation night preparation-handing out the cap and gowns, mam setting ground rules for graduation night and the grad party and for introducing the Teacher of the Year. This year the awards will be handed out during the assembly instead of during the Evening of Excellence. The Evening of Excellence will focus on the $68,000 worth of local scholarships and the different military appointments. At the assembly, along with the awards for student achievements, different groups such as National Honor Society, Associated Student Body and Senior Class Council will be honored. This year's Valedictorian William Letsou; Salutatorian Marta Hanson, and the Teacher of the Year will also be featured. Sue Bradley, activities and athletics secretary; Julie Swanson, career center secretary, and the senior class officers agreed to combine the two events because this way all the seniors will be together when the awards are announced. Generally only the seniors who were being awarded and their families that attended the Evening of Excellence. "It's important to [earn their awards] in front of their peers," Bradley mm said. Bradley also wanted the seniors to have an opportunity to gather together one last time before graduation. Bradley graduated from WLHS in 1967. Then, there was an awards assembly where awards and scholarships were handed out (Bradley won a scholarship at that time). Graduation was held in the gym. Bradley hopes that during the assembly students are excited for the winners and are respectful towards each other. Bradley would like the assembly to be an inspiring send-off as they move toward their college career. "I want them to make an impact, be happy, and live healthy lives," Bradley said. Both Bradley and Swanson will be in charge of the senior assembly, but the Evening of Excellence will be handled by Swanson. For both events, Swanson would really like for seniors receiving awards to be focused on and treated well. "I would really like for the events to be organized, and for the seniors to be respectful," Swanson said. 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