EXCELLENCE - Helena Education Foundation

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A Celebration
of
EXCELLENCE
2012
H E L E N A
E D U C A T I O N
F O U N D A T I O N
The Helena Education Foundation presents
A Celebration
of
EXCELLENCE
Honoring the Distinguished Scholars
and Achievers of the class of 2012
and their Distinguished Educators
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May Fourteenth, Two Thousand and Twelve
Best Western Helena, Great Northern Hotel ™ Helena, Montana
HELENA EDUCATION FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Sarah Scott, President
Tim Lynch, President-Elect
Duane Wright, Treasurer
Dennis DesRosier, Secretary
Dean Bjerke
Carol Clifford
Corey Crum
Lee Harrison
Jason Loble
Keith Meyer
Nancy Nicholson
Jim Rickman
Mara Silvers, Helena High Student board representative
HELENA EDUCATION FOUNDATION STAFF
Lisa Cordingley, Executive Director
Kim Harris, Accountant
Lynn Bubb, Program Coordinator
Krista Lechleitner, Development Director
HONORARY BOARD MEMBERS
Helen Ballinger
Kathy Carrick
Gordon Bennett
Alan Nicholson
Tina Veroulis
Terry Cosgrove
Bill Simons, O.D.
HELENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2011-2012
Michael O’Neil, Chair
Aidan Myhre, Vice Chair
Don Jones
Terry Beaver
Libbi Lovshin
Cherche Prezeau
Joe Cohenour
Libby Goldes
Robin LeNeve
Mara Silvers, Helena High Student Representative
Mark Schmutzler, Capital High Student Representative
ADMINISTRATION
Keith Meyer, Superintendent of Schools
Elisabeth Hudnutt, Principal, Capital High School
Greg Upham, Principal, Helena High School
Craig Crawford, Principal, Project for Alternative Learning
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A CELEBRATION OF EXCELLENCE 2012
The Helena Education Foundation enhances the experiences of public education students
and teachers in Montana’s capital city. HEF sponsors a wide array of events annually:
Issues Institutes for students, teachers and community, Great Ideas Grants,
the Celebration of Excellence for graduating seniors, Trading Places opportunities for
administrators and business leaders, Great Conversations, Fabulous Firsts district-wide
reading celebration for 1st graders, and the community celebration Carnival Classic.
Key to the Foundation’s innovation and to its success is its message that excellent public
schools forge healthy communities and that HEF allows the entire community to invest time,
assets and enthusiasm in the cause: Great schools are everyone’s business!
OUR MISSION
THE HELENA EDUCATION FOUNDATION:
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Is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt philanthropic
organization of local citizens, independent of the
Helena Public School District but complementing and
collaborating with it;
The mission of the Helena Education Foundation is to enrich
education in the Helena Public Schools through consistent
community investment of time, talent, funding and other
resources, providing students, staff and the community with
unparalleled educational opportunities and experiences.
The Foundation achieves its mission by directing resources
toward the following goals:
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Promoting and celebrating student educational success;
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Recognizing staff for creative and innovative teaching;
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Increasing the visibility and value of public education;
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Works to increase private support for public education
beyond that which is constitutionally mandated; and
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Benefits Helena Public School students and staff by
serving as a catalyst and fund source for new ideas,
programs and education methods
Promoting understanding that the entire community is
responsible for creating, maintaining and participating
in quality public education; and
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Encouraging lifelong learning by providing unique educational opportunities for students, staff and the community
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HELENA EDUCATION FOUNDATION
2011-2012 FUND DRIVE PARTNERS
Thanks to these generous businesses and donors
for supporting the Helena Education Foundation
and public education in our community.
This list reflects gifts received from April 2011 through April 2012.
The greatest care was taken to ensure the accuracy of this donor roll;
if an error has occurred, please contact us at 443-2545 so we may correct it.
* denotes a Helena Public School District employee
DIAMOND PARTNER
SILVER PARTNER
Tim Ballweber, D.D.S.
Jean Baucus
Beartooth NBC
Cherry Creek Radio
Lisa and Tom Cordingley
Student Assistance
Foundation
Turner Foundation, Inc.
Verizon Foundation
Allegra Print and Imaging
American Federal
Savings Banks
South Hills Medical
Center II
Blue Cross Blue Shield
of Montana
Carroll College
CDM Smith
Crowley Fleck, PLLP
D.A. Davidson
Luke Duran,
Element L Design
First Interstate Bank
First Student
Great Northern Hotel
Helena Education
Association
Heritage Propane
Cindy Lewis
Judy and Bruce Meadows
MEA-MFT
Mosaic Architecture, P.C.
Mountain West Bank
New West Health Services
Northwestern Energy
Christopher and
Jilyn Oliveira*
Robert Peccia & Associates
Don Pogreba*
RUBY PARTNER
Allegiance Benefit Plan
Management, Inc.
Independent Record
LifeTouch
Montana Book and
Toy Company
Alan and Nancy Nicholson
Sandy Mac’s Distributing
Sodexo School Services
Western States Insurance
Anonymous
EMERALD PARTNER
Libby and Jeff Goldes, M.D.
Lee Harrison, M.D.
and Fred Olson, M.D.
Aidan Myhre and John Alke
Washington Corporations
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Jon Satre and
Paulette Etchart
Tim Speyer
St. Peter’s Hospital
Treacy Foundation
US Bank
Valley Bank
Duane and Sue Wright
SAPPHIRE PARTNER
Anderson Zurmuehlen
& Co, P.C. and EBR
Helen and Bill Ballinger
Base Camp
Jennifer Brunsdon
Donna Burgess
CWG P.C. Architects
Carol Clifford and
Edward Thomson
Terry Cohea
Terry and Jan Cosgrove
Denny and Nikki DesRosier
Diamond Construction
Doubek Pyfer & Fox
Law Firm
Dufrechou Law Firm, P.C.
Eliza Frazer and Barry Hood
Frontier Club
Telephone Pioneers
Gordon-Prill-Drapes
Jane and Rick Hays
Marilyn Hudson
Hughes, Kellner,
Sullivan & Alke
Information
Technology Core
Jason and Sarah Loble
Luxan & Murfitt
Keith and Katie Meyer*
Montana Broom and Brush
Bruce and Joyce Nachtsheim
Pepsi Cola of Helena
Brian Morris and
Cherche Prezeau
John Ribic and
Carla Kingsley
Barb and Bill Ridgway*
Sarah Scott
Sullivan Financial
Group, Inc
Walmart
Sandy Wikle
AMETHYST PARTNER
Terry and Patty Beaver
Art and Amie Butler
Chapter AO-PEO
Pam Cordingley
Mike and Pat Cotter
Craig Crawford*
Mike Dalton
Chuck Johnson and
Patricia Hunt
Donald and Sandy Jones*
Dan and Marcy McLean
McMahon Wall & Hubley
Law Firm, PLLC
Montana Eyecare
MTSBA/MSGIA
Richard and Sylvia Moore
Payne Financial Group, Inc
Rocky Mountain
Credit Union
Karen Stout-Suenram*
Valley Sand & Gravel
Patrick Walton, M.D.
Margaret L. Woo
Anonymous
BRONZE PARTNER
Bill and Colleen Anderson
John and Nina Baucus
Steven and Kellee Blom
Tom Boland
Charlotte Bowenhollow
Bonnie Bowler
Jane Briney
James B. and
Laura G. Brown
Browning, Kaleczyc,
Berry & Hoven, Inc.
Shawn and Lynn Bubb
Steve and Lisa Bullock
Ninive and
Jean-Claude Calegari
Matthew Cohn and
Mary Ellen Holverson
Corey Crum
Mary Jane Davidson
Downtown Helena
Diana and Tom Dowling
Bruce and Deah Dunkle*
Ken and Liz Eden, M.D.
Kelly Elder*
John and Sarah Etchart
Mark and Lynn Etchart
Ellen and Eric Feaver
Geoff and Lori Feiss
Carol Fergerson
Ray Flaherty and
Lisa Larsen
Fred and Judy Flanders
Galusha, Higgins & Galusha
Terry Gauthier
Aimee Grmoljez and
David Shanight
Harley Harris
Judith E. Hart
Helena Area Chamber
of Commerce
Philip A. Hohenlohe and
Andrea Rankin
Elisabeth Hudnutt*
Randy and Tina Huffsmith
Dave and Julie Jackson
Deb Jacobsen*
Steve and Mary Johnson
Dick and Barb Kain
Lance and Kathy Kidder*
Renee and John Kowalski
Amos Rogers Little
Todd and Libbi Lovshin
Tim and Piper Lynch
V.J. and Maureen Maddio
Neil Alan Marsh
Martha Hawkins
Charitable Trust
John and Marcia Maynard
Joe and Patty Mazurek
Jane McDonald*
John McEwen and
Mary Musil
Rebecca McLaughlin
Kay Satre and Tim Meloy
Bruce Messinger, Ph.D.
John and Lori Michelotti
Wayne and Ann Miller
Max Milton and Joan Bird
Paul and
Orpha Montgomery
John Moore and
Ann Waickman
Jeff and Jeannie Morrison
Ken and Sherry Morrison
John Mott and Elaine Spino
John Murray
Vanessa Nasset*
Jason P. Neiffer and
Alison James
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Tribute to
Jean B
aucus
Michael O’Neil and
Helen McCaffrey
Alan and Rachel Peura
Chris Phelps and
Peggy Hollow-Phelps*
Kevin and Candida Quinn
Jim Rickman
Patrick and Karen Rillahan*
David Risley and
Theresa Parkis
Kay and Joe Robertson
Joan Rolling
Darrell and Judy Rud
Ronnie Schmidt
Douglas and Cathy Shenkle*
Spencer Shropshire and
Susan Epstein
Susan Sweeney*
Steve and Anna Thennis*
Melinda Thompson*
Dana Toole and Jeff Folsom
Donna and Gary Turcott
Turman Larison
Contemporary
Jeanne Underhill and
Peter Funk
Greg and Keri Upham*
Urgent Care Plus
Cindy and Jim Utterback
John and Janet Walsh
Carla Wambach
Susan Witte and Cary Lund
Mike and Kenda Younker
FRIENDS OF THE
FOUNDATION
Bob and Carolyn Adams
Mike and Ginger Agee
Tom Altmaier
Carl and Andree Anderberg*
Clyde J. and Sally R. Angove
Kareen and Arthur Bangert*
Scott and Dawn Barnes
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Ashley Basten
Diane and Michael Bayuk
Gordon Bennett and
Norma Tirrell
Benny’s
Jane Benson
Sara Berg
Big Sky Cyclery
Pam Birkeland*
Marie Brazier
Ann Brodsky and Bob Ream
Carol Bruderer*
Erik and Liz Burke
Daryl Chan and
Margaret O’Connor
Phyllis Clifford
Cobblestone Cothing Co.
Coca Cola of Helena
Heidi Goettel and
Bob Cochran
Barbara and Stephen Cooper
Maggi and Tom Corbett
George Cornelius
Matthew and Kim Dale
Jay and Margaret Dufrechou
Merry Fahrman*
Rebecca Fletcher
Naomi Fossen
Rebecca Foster
Eleanor Furbush
George’s Distributing
Bill and Denise Gianoulias
Beverly Gibson
Jean Goetz
Liz Gundersen, M.D.
Julia Gustafson
Dorothy Harper
Don Harriott
Barbara Harris
Michael Hay
Helena Kidsports
Annie and David Hull
Andy Hunthausen and
Pam Ponich
Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Jasmin
Stephen and Wanda Johnson
Donald and Katherine Judge*
Kiely Keane and
Michael Green
Pamela and Kelly Koenig
Jane Kollmeyer and
Terry Chute
Kirby Lambert
Krista and Cody Lechleitner
Bob Levitan
Teresa Lightbody
El Lynn, D.D.S.
Donna Sue and
Arnold Lyon, D.D.S.
Kevin Malone
Steve Maly and Alice Stanley
Jeannie and Doug Matthies
Marie McAlear
Dennis and Janel McCall
Danielle and
Donald McCarthy
Carol McKerrow
Stephen and Christina Mest
Joan and Bruce Meyer*
Joan Miles and Tony Jewett
Julie and Doug Mitchell*
Montana City Bank
Bob and Gayle Moon
Bob Morgan and
Carl Deitchman
Jonathan and
Lorna Milne Motl
Jim Mullins and Lynn Hinch
Dale and Dawn Newell
Maureen McCarthy Oelkers
E.W. and Sandra Olsen
Maynard and Shirley Olson
Richard Opper and
Sally Mueller*
Robert and
Mary Gayle Padmos
Park Avenue Bakery
Tom Pedersen*
Shelley and Donald Pelc*
Cindy Peterson*
Pizza Hut
Sanna Porte and Dave Carr
Bill Pratt
Gene and Kathy
Prendergast
Poo Putsch
Madalyn Quinlan and
Brian Garrity
Deborah Rainey and
James Maher
River Gates Nephrology, Inc
Emilia Satre
Berma Saxton
Mike Schechtman and
Holly Bander
William and Mary Jo Seel
Bob and Billie Shepard
Connie Skiftun
Donald and Laurie Skillman
Vicki Smith
Starbuck’s
Deborah and Mark Starr
Ward Stiles
John Stults and
Daphne Crosbie
Jenni Sullivan
Peter Sullivan
Bob Swartout
Cathy Swift and
Jock Anderson
Beverly Tatz
Rudy Tomich
Van’s Thriftway
Bob Vogel
Adam Wagner
Michael and
Cori Wellenstein
Tyrel Wilson
Dee Winterburn
Anonymous
In memory of Jean Baucus
Beartooth NBC—
Jim and Beverly Rogers
Bill and Jan Brown
Mike and Pat Cotter
Ron Lee and Sue Clarke
Berma Saxton
Ron and Mignon Waterman
In memory of Gary Davis
Libby and Jeff Goldes, M.D.
Dianne Lee Nickman
In memory of John Munson
Helena Administrators Fund
In memory of Rita Sheehy
Dolores Colburg
Helena High Class of 1962
HEF is grateful to the Helena High
Class of 1962 who is contributing
$25,000 to HEF over the next five
years to Great Ideas Grants in
celebration of their 50th reunion
Lynne Aronen
Steve and Cindy Baumann
Judith Carlson
Gerald Cooper
Bernard and Caren Garrison
Susan Hoffeller
Kenneth Larson and
Linda Adams
James and
Marilyn McMahon
R.L. and M.L. Mires
Mary and William Saboe
Douglas and Katherine Skor
William and Judy Walter
Mardee Whitehouse
STATE EMPLOYEE
CHARITABLE GIVING
CAMPAIGN DONORS
Thomas Livers
Wendy Nicolai
Brenda Nordlund
Richard Opper
Marc Scow
HEF is grateful for the
subscribers who support the
Lewis Fund Talking Points
TO MAKE A DONATION: The Foundation is a legally incorporated, non-profit
charitable and educational corporation in the State of Montana. Its status as a
501(c)(3) foundation allows it to receive and distribute funds, property and gifts
of any kind for the benefit of public schools located in Helena. It also maintains a
qualified endowment. Planned gifts are eligible for the Montana State Tax Credit.
For more information about making a donation, contact Lisa Cordingley,
Executive Director, at (406) 443-2545 or at [email protected] or donations can be
made online at www.hefmt.org.
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A Celebration
of
EXCELLENCE
THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS:
Timothy C. Ballweber, D.D.S., M.S.
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WELCOME TO A CELEBRATION OF EXCELLENCE
A Celebration of Excellence provides public recognition of
extraordinary public school students and outstanding educators.
By honoring achievements of these individuals, the Foundation:
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Demonstrates community appreciation for the efforts
of public school students, educators and parents;
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Provides a positive reinforcement for younger
students and a goal for which they can strive;
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Acknowledges the critical partnership among
schools, home, business and the community;
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Involves the community and business in building
awareness and confidence in our public schools.
STUDENTS
EDUCATORS
A Celebration of Excellence recognizes
exceptional students who have demonstrated
their efforts in the classroom, school and in the
community day after day, year after year.
Distinguished Scholars were selected on the basis
of criteria developed by high school students,
teachers and administrators, including grade point
average; number of honors, advanced placement
and other higher level courses; total credit hours;
activities; and community service. High school
teachers nominated Distinguished Achievers based
on excellence in a specific curricular area, leadership,
service or overcoming obstacles to achievement.
A Celebration of Excellence honors
the Distinguished Educators. Each student
identified an educator to recognize who
has had a significant, positive impact on
his or her life and wrote a short message about
why that educator was selected.
The Helena Education Foundation salutes
these fine educators and thanks them for
sharing their talents, knowledge, creativity
and love of learning with our youth.
They make a difference in our schools
and community, one student and one
class at a time.
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Distinguished Scholars were selected on the basis of criteria
developed by high school students, teachers and administrators,
including grade point average; number of honors, advanced
placement and other higher level courses; total credit hours;
activities and community service.
SCHOLAR
Mary Decker
Helena High School
Libby Desch
Cal Boyle
Helena High School
Helena Middle School
Helena High School
Makenzie Dunkle
Helena High School
Madison Ellis
Capital High School
Michael Gengler
Helena High School
Kelley Edwards
Helena High School
Laurie Bowlds
Smith Elementary
Kelly Stoner
Capital High School
Sherri Haller
Jefferson Elementary
Kessler Elementary
Laura Haller
Marcia Lythgoe
Helena High School
Smith Elementary
Nathanael Hicks
Helena High School
Dylan Hills
Helena High School
Greta Hoffman
Capital High School
Darlene Chamberlin
Helena High School
Buffy Smith
Helena High School
Jennifer Loomis
Capital High School
Miriam Krainacker
Jesse Franzen
Helena High School
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Capital High School
Andrew Mitchell
Helena High School
Tom Pedersen
Capital High School
Gretchen Edelen
Helena High School
Allison Morrison
Deb Johnson
Helena High School
Central Elementary
Molly Nicholson
Helena High School
Julia Platt
Helena High School
Casey Schwartz
Helena High School
Cheryl McCauley
Capital High School
Genevieve Anderson
Capital High School
Capital High School
Helena High School
Helena High School
EDUCATOR
Kinsey Kuhn
Keegan Malany
Sandy Wardell
Keenan Gerhart
Nikki Goosen
SCHOLAR
Missy Sampson
Helena High School
Tess Dufrechou
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EDUCATOR
Emma Sirr
Capital High School
Zachary Spencer
Helena High School
Joyce Nachtsheim
Smith Elementary
Doug Shenkle
Helena High School
Gerald McCarthy
Helena High School
Dennis Peterson
Capital High School
Catherine Lynd
Helena High School
Nicholas Swenson
Darcy Schulz
Capital High School
Capital High School
Joshua Wright
Helena High School
Danielle Zarling
Helena High School
Rob Holter
Helena High School
Julie Ladd
Helena High School
High school teachers nominated Distinguished Achievers
based on excellence in a specific curricular area, leadership,
overcoming obstacles to achievement, or service.
ACHIEVER
Mariah Adsem
Capital High School
EDUCATOR
Joellen Moon
Four Georgians Elementary
Morgan
Andrews-Gloege
Susan Butler
Capital High School
Capital High School
Ashley Belvin
Clay Burkett
Helena High School
Helena High School
Katherine Brown
Capital High School
Jada Cunningham
Capital High School
Tamara Freiburg
Project for Alternative Learning
Thomas Harris
Helena High School
Brooke Hartman
Jim Weber
Capital High School
Shirley
Chesterfield-Stanton
Capital High School
Kathy Collins
Don Pogreba
Helena High School
Marilyn Clark
Capital High School
Allie Hay
Marianne Schadt
Helena High School
Kasey Hoerning
Capital High
Nicole Jaques
Helena High School
Capital High School
Shannin Preshinger
C.R. Anderson Middle School
JoDee Martello
Smith Elementary
Caleb Kidder
Paul Phillips
Capital High School
Capital High School
ACHIEVER
EDUCATOR
Brady Kimball
Jeff Beaver
Capital High
Karyn Kovich
Capital High School
David Mack
Capital High School
Devan Y. McNatt
Capital High School
Seth Morrow-Bennett
Helena High School
Daniela Rosales
Helena High School
Hawthorne Elementary
Jim Murray
Capital High School
Char Lawrence
Capital High School
Mary Ann
Barbie-Rice
Capital High School
Hanna Bennett
Helena High School
Danna Sinnott
Helena High School
Brooke Satre
Jay Partridge
Capital High School
Capital High School
Austin Sparrow
Halstyn Stief
Helena High School
Meghan Upham
Helena High School
Kyndal Williams
Helena High School
Greg Wald
Colette Buckley
Helena High School
Moffie Funk
Montana City School
Christina Murgel
Helena High School
Congratulations!
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MARIAH ADSEM
PARENTS
Steve and Michelle Adsem
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
National Honor Society
Montana Army National Guard
PLANS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL
Attend MSU Northern to double
major in automotive and diesel
technology. I am currently in
the Montana Army National Guard,
but after college I plan to go
active in the army.
DISTINGUISHED EDUCATOR
DISTINGUISHED ACHIEVER
Joellen Moon
Mariah Adsem
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Four Georgians Elementary School
Capital High School
At a young age I was a small trouble maker, but Mrs. Moon saw
me as an individual with a lot of potential. She always encouraged
us to do our best. She was patient when one of us had trouble,
but with her smile we never got discouraged. As her student,
I learned patience, tolerance and a good work ethic that has
followed me throughout my life. Although I only had her for
one year, it seems as if her influence has shaped who I am today.
Thanks, Mrs. Moon!
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MORGAN ANDREWS-GLOEGE
PARENTS
Tanya Martin
Cory Gloege and Shelly Gloege
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Work 20 – 25 hours per week
at Power Townsend
4-H Club Secretary
Track
Southwest Youth Rodeo Association
Big Sky Barrel Racing
Completed Honor Star Program for the
First Assembly of God
Volunteer for the Kiah Foundation,
raising funds and awareness for
childhood cancers
Morgan Andrews-Gloege
Sue Butler
4-H barn security
Road side trash clean up
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Race for the Cure participant
Capital High School
Capital High School
Gathered sponsors and participated
in the Annual Sweetheart
Passion Plunge to raise money
for Special Olympics
Mrs. Butler is a very influential person in my life. She is the
type of person who makes you feel important no matter how
hard a day you have had. Mrs. Butler welcomes her students
with open arms, and always makes them smile. She makes
learning not only enjoyable, but exciting with her enthusiastic
attitude and kindness. Thank you, Mrs. Butler, for your
welcoming smiles every day and great attitude toward teaching.
Attend the University of Montana
Western to pursue a Bachelor of Arts
degree in biology, specializing in
veterinary studies
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ASHLEY BELVIN
PARENT
Deana Belvin
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Employed at Bison Engineering
Powder Puff Football
Attend Montana Tech to study
petroleum engineering
Clay Burkett
Ashley Belvin
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Helena High School
Helena High School
I first met Mr. Burkett junior year when I took honors
pre-calculus. I instantly liked him. His extremely sarcastic nature
and constant jokes made for a great math teacher. Though I had
him as an educator daily, I did not grow really close to him until
I was a senior. I am now a teacher assistant for him. Anything
that I need help with, whether it be math or life problems, he
is always there. He is by far my favorite teacher.
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KATHERINE BROWN
PARENTS
Terry and Micky Brown
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Horseback riding: jumping
and dressage
Track & Field
Snowboarding
Team Manager for the
Varsity Volleyball team
Worked for Rocky Mountain
Development Council at the
Kids Feed and Fun Program
Volunteer camp counselor at
YMCA's Camp Child
Jim Weber
Katherine Brown
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Capital High School
Capital High School
I appreciate a teacher who can present information in a way
that is clear and easy to understand. Mr. Weber has always been
patient and supportive when I was learning something difficult
in welding. He is always honest in his appraisal of my work.
He has taught me that women can do welding as well as men.
He instilled confidence in me and has always expected the best
from me. I will leave his class knowing I can be competitive in
the field of welding and that I am capable of becoming anything
I want to be. Thank you, Mr. Weber!
Volunteer for Rocky Mountain
Development Council, Montana
Youth Homes, Rimini Community
School House
Relay for Life campaign volunteer
Distributed information for the
Compeer Helena Program during
the NAMI walks
Lawn mowing and welding jobs
Driving an elderly neighbor to her
doctor appointments
Volunteer volleyball coach at the YMCA
Employed as a child care provider
for the YMCA, working with
elementary school age kids in
an after school program.
Pursue an interest in the medical
and educational fields. I enjoy
welding and have thought about
combining my welding ability
with the education field.
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JADA CUNNINGHAM
PARENTS
Don Cunningham and
Judy Cunningham
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Yearbook Editor, junior year
Student Body Secretary
Vice President
DECA Student Council
Representative
Capital High Varsity Soccer
to major in pharmacy
Jada Cunningham
Shirley Chesterfield-Stanton
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Capital High School
Capital High School
My freshman P.E. teacher and senior gymnastics teacher,
Shirley Chesterfield-Stanton, taught me to strive to do my best
in every unit, even when I wasn’t the best in the class. She pushes
all of her students to reach their potential, and she won’t let them
settle for anything less. Her encouragement both in and out of
school taught me to never give up and to aspire to be the best
version of myself. Thanks, Mrs. Chesterfield-Stanton!
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MARY DECKER
PARENTS
Robert Decker and Katherine Berry
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Helena High Gay-Straight Alliance
Co-President and Co-Founder
Biology Club Co-President
Student Council
Chess Club Leader
Weekly Community Service
Violin Performances
Internship with the U.S. Forest Service
DISTINGUISHED SCHOLAR
Mary Decker
Missy Sampson
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Helena High School
Helena High School
Attend Dartmouth College to major in
general chemistry or biology
Mrs. Sampson needed only a few months to alter my perception
of bioethics and refine my ability to think analytically. I look
forward to entering Science Seminar with a thermos of tea
and beginning my day with insightful discussion. Mrs. Sampson
is a brilliant educator whose charisma and humor allow her
to connect instantly with students. She stands out from
other teachers because she is unreservedly herself and
completely genuine. Her confidence, zest and country flair
are characteristics I deeply admire.
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LIBBY DESCH
PARENTS
Ann Desch and Dave Desch
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Vice President of Student Council
National Honor Society member
Varsity Cheerleading Co-Captain
3-7-77 service club member
H2O for Hope Co-President
Find Your Spot Co-Founder
Bengal Link Crew Leader
Orchestra
Nominated to the United States
Naval Academy
Attend Montana State University
to study engineering
Libby Desch
Cal Boyle
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Helena High School
I was always excited to walk into Mr. Boyle’s class because I
knew there would be lots of laughs. Mr. Boyle had a way of joking
around with students and putting them at ease while also
making it clear that class was about getting down to business.
He introduced me to chemistry and physics, which soon became
my favorite subjects in school. Mr. Boyle has fueled my interests
in pursuing science and engineering and showed me that success
is all about attitude.
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PARENTS
Jay and Margaret Dufrechou
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Co-President of the Helena High
Gay-Straight Alliance
Member of the Planned Parenthood
Teen Council
Attend Stanford University
Kelley Edwards
Tess Dufrechou
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Helena High School
Helena High School
Ms. Edwards has a rare enthusiasm for teaching that drew
me in right away, tricking me into learning more than I ever
thought possible. Not only did she cram two hundred plus
years of historical facts into my scattered brain, Ms. Edwards
encouraged me to always question, to always show compassion,
and to always strive for change. She inspired me not just to learn
history but to try to make history. Thanks, Ms. Edwards, you are
a great American!
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MAKENZIE DUNKLE
PARENTS
Bruce and Deah Dunkle
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
MTAD
Helena Athletic Club
Competitive Cheerleading
HOSA President
Link Crew
3-7-77 service club
Peer Mentor at HHS, HMS,
and Smith schools
Find Your Spot
DARE Camp Counselor
Church nursery volunteer
Violet Richardson Award winner
in Bozeman in the pre-med program
for a degree in chemistry
or microbiology
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Makenzie Dunkle
Laurie Bowlds
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Helena High School
Smith Elementary, retired
Mrs. Bowlds, better known as Saint Laurie in my household,
is the most passionate person I know. She truly loved every
student who had the privilege to grace the seats in her class.
Each time she began a lesson her eyes shone with delight.
I learned to love my ice cream multiples, stories around the
world and cursive. Her motivational comments on my papers
made me find confidence in my work and in myself. This
confidence, inspiration and love have and will continue, to
follow me through life.
MADISON ELLIS
PARENTS
Jill and Quint Nyman
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Capital High Link Crew and
Peer Mentoring
Student Council
Senior Class Vice President
Math Club
Track
Girls State
Student Representative on the
Helena School District Board of
Trustees, 2010-2011
Swim Coach for Special Olympics
Madison Ellis
Kelly Stoner
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Capital High School
Capital High School
I was sure I was going to fail freshman English. I had received
a 50% on our first assignment because my hand writing did not
meet her standards. Surprisingly, her high expectations soon
made Mrs. Stoner my favorite teacher. Her belief in me helped
me gain confidence as both a student and a young adult.
Mrs. Stoner took the time to understand me as a unique
individual. Because of her guidance, I am not afraid to push
myself to be the best I can be. Thank you, Mrs. Stoner.
Volunteer tutor for elementary
and middle school students
Young Adult Service Corps program
through Jobs for Montana Graduates
Attend Montana State University in Bozeman to major in nursing then pursue a
master’s degree in neonatal nursing
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TAMARA FREIBURG
PARENT
Karen Freiburg
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Attend the East Valley
Foursquare Church
Tap Dance
Attend college to study astronomy
and archaeology; get involved in
performing arts
Kathy Collins
Tamara Freiburg
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Kathy Collins is more than a teacher; she’s a friend to me.
Kathy knows how to keep pushing you to achieve a goal that
you felt like you were never going to accomplish. Kathy has
helped me through difficult tasks and personal problems that
have come up. She is always there to talk and gives great advice.
Kathy teaches students positive thinking ways which I try to
always put into action for myself. I’m thankful for Kathy being the
kind of teacher who will go out of her way to help and guide her
students even on her own time.
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MICHAEL GENGLER
PARENTS
Lucy and Dan Gengler
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Boy Scouts
Speech and Debate Team Captain
in Bozeman
Michael Gengler
Sandy Wardell
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Helena High School
Helena High School
I am honored to be able to recognize one of the greatest
teachers I have ever known: Mrs. Wardell. I will probably
never understand how she can make memorizing lists of
muscles, their functions, and even their spelling, something
to look forward to. Whether showing students how to make
muscle models out of straws, Saran Wrap, and pipe cleaners,
or explaining autoimmune response through a play, she can be
informative without being dry, fun without being silly.
Mrs. Wardell has earned the respect of her students and
our school.
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KEENAN GERHART
PARENTS
Joel Gerhart and
Elizabeth Maida-Gerhart
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Varsity Football: 3-time Academic
All-State, 2-time Honorable
Mention All-Conference
Varsity Track
Link Crew Leader
National Merit Finalist
Special Olympics Volunteer
Attend Montana Tech to study
engineering and play football
Sherri Haller
Keenan Gerhart
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Jefferson Elementary
Helena High School
Mrs. Haller, my fourth grade teacher, is my choice as a
distinguished teacher. She is dedicated to her students’ learning
and to making her classroom the best possible place for learning.
Mrs. Haller helped me to develop the desire and initiative to
challenge myself to take difficult classes in high school. Thanks
to Mrs. Haller’s diligent and caring instruction, my math and
English skills are at a level that has allowed me to excel in my
high school career. Thank you, Mrs. Haller, for being a part of
my education.
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NIKKI GOOSEN
PARENTS
Bill and Cheri Goosen
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Junior Varsity and Varsity Tennis
Speech and Debate
Art Club
Sunday School teacher at
Our Redeemer's Lutheran Church
Link Crew Leader
Academic All-State
Nikki Goosen
Cheryl McCauley
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Capital High School
Kessler Elementary
in Bozeman for a degree in
the sciences, with the goal of
majoring in genetics or
biological engineering
Whether I was learning long division or figuring out the
complexities of a paragraph, my fifth grade teacher,
Mrs. McCauley, was always there to lend a hand. Throughout
the year it was obvious she loved to teach, coming up with
creative ways to enhance her lessons. With incentives like ice
cream scoops for books, and M&Ms for new vocabulary words,
Mrs. McCauley instilled a love for reading and learning in me
that I will forever be grateful for. Thanks, Mrs. McCauley!
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LAURA HALLER
PARENTS
Rob and Sherri Haller
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Classical Ballet
President of Peers Club
Planned Parenthood Teen Council
Mentoring Teens Against Drugs
Model United Nations
Poetry Out Loud, third place
Link Crew Leader
Powder Puff Football
Ushering at the Civic Center
and Myrna Loy
Trash for Trees
Dance performances at the
Festival of Trees and other
community events
I aspire to become a
professional ballet dancer.
I am also interested in studying
physical therapy for dancers.
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Marcia Lythgoe
Laura Haller
(1947-2012)
Smith Elementary
Helena High School
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Mrs. Lythgoe’s fourth grade class was a defining moment in
my life. I had the choice to either remain a shy, meek little girl,
or bust out of my shell with courage and confidence. Because
of Mrs. Lythgoe’s charismatic and infectious personality, she
guided me to break free from my shyness, to become the
confident young woman I am today. While Mrs. Lythgoe’s
class was academically challenging, she always had a loving
presence that made me look forward to school.
THOMAS HARRIS
PARENTS
Kelly Harris and
Rhonda Bowman
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Three years with Speech and Debate,
one as Captain
Four years serving on the Helena
High Gay-Straight Alliance
Stage Manager for two productions
in the Helena High
Theatre Department
Acted in several roles in Helena
High Theatre Department
Writer for the Helena High Nugget
Self-publishing a student publication
of fiction called "Left for Lost"
Don Pogreba
Thomas Harris
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Helena High School
Helena High School
As a freshman I admired Mr. Don Pogreba, my Debate and
English teacher, for his charisma, his humor, and his astounding
intelligence. But little did I know that by my senior year, he would
be so much more than a teacher to me. He is my role model,
my confidant, my guide, and my lifelong friend. Mr. Pogreba,
no words will ever be enough to tell you how important you are
to me. You have taught me so much more than you will
ever realize.
in Missoula to pursue a major
in English with the intention
of getting my Secondary
Education certification. This will
be coupled with minors in
creative writing and theatre.
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BROOKE HARTMAN
PARENTS
John and Denise Hartman
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Catholic Youth Coalition Board
and CYC Convention
Violin for 7 years
Traveling to Ireland this summer
with Art and Design Club
Justice Outreach Project summer
trips to Browning for community
service and learning about
Blackfeet culture
Attend UM Helena for two years,
then join the Reach Program
Brooke Hartman
Marilyn Clark
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Capital High School
I went into my fifth grade class during the middle of the school
year filled with worries. When I walked into my new classroom,
I saw my teacher looking at me with a bright smile and tender
eyes. Mrs. Clark was a kind, patient and caring teacher who
inspired me to be the best I can be. Her creative lessons and
encouraging nature made school fun and easy. Now I always
try my hardest at school, work and at home to make myself a
better person every day.
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ALLIE HAY
PARENTS
Michael Hay
and Robyn Alley-Hay
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Helena High Student Body President
Senior Class Planning
Committee member
President of Ambiance Choir
President of Grandstreet
Theatre's Student Advisory Board
Planned Parenthood Teen
Council member
State Poetry Out Loud Emcee
Varsity Tennis Team
Marianne Schadt
Allie Hay
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Capital High School
Helena High School
Helena High Select
Women’s Ensemble
Helena High Art IV member
Vigilante Yearbook Editor
It is vital that a freshman find comfort and passion at school.
I was fortunate enough to find Marianne Schadt, during my
first class. While her radiant personality and passion were
immediately evident to me, I was unaware of the wonderful ways
she would impact my life. I will forever associate Mrs. Schadt’s
classroom with light, encouragement, stories of Greek mythology
and poetry. As for Mrs. Schadt, I will forever associate her with
strength, intelligence, warmth and compassion for others. It is
an honor to have her in my life.
I plan to attend college and
I’m excited to discover what
the future holds!
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NATHANAEL HICKS
PARENTS
Karen and Garry Hicks
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Traveled with People to People
International to South Africa and
Peru for humanitarian projects to
help different organizations and
schools in each of the countries
Traveled to Denver,
Washington D.C., Atlanta,
and Kansas City to participate
in the annual Global Youth Forum
to discuss global issues
President of Business Professionals
of America
MTAD
Student Council
Darlene Chamberlin
Nathanael Hicks
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Helena High School
Helena High School
Peers Club
Food Share Volunteer
Volunteer in Transition classes
at Helena High
Attend Hofstra University in
New York to study both finance
and international business
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Mrs. Chamberlin is a teacher who is very eager and willing to
share her personal knowledge about the working and financial
world with each one of her students. Mrs. Chamberlin has taught
me how to save and manage my money, how to be a valuable
employee, and how accounting can be fun and exciting.
Mrs. Chamberlin has also taught me how to be myself and about
the vast and endless possibilities of the financial world. She is
also a very dedicated educator to each one of her students.
Thank you, Mrs. Chamberlin!
DYLAN HILLS
PARENTS
Linda Hills and Mark Hills
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Varsity Soccer
to study computer science
Dylan Hills
Buffy Smith
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Helena High School
Helena High School
Over my 12 years in the Helena school district, I have had
many great teachers, but Buffy Smith is the one who set me
on the path towards the career I want to pursue. Mrs. Smith
made computers interesting, fun and easy to understand.
I took Computer Science I and II, and as I got more excited
about what I was learning, Mrs. Smith got excited for me.
She took an interest in me, and kindled my interest in
computers. I now have a direction in life that I may not have
had without her.
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KASEY HOERNING
PARENTS
Shelli and Dave Hoerning
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Golf Team
Tennis Team
Skiing
Kindergarten classroom volunteer
at Rossiter Elementary School
Lewis and Clark Humane
Society Volunteer
Link Crew
to study science
Kasey Hoerning
Shannin Preshinger
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Capital High School
C.R. Anderson Middle School
English had never been a class I really enjoyed. This all changed
when I got lucky enough to be in Mrs. Preshinger’s sixth grade
English class. On the first day we were greeted with a smiling
face and happy voice that automatically put us in a good
mood. She had this way of making everyone feel like we
could accomplish anything we set our minds to while having
fun. These things turned what had always been a dull class,
into my favorite class of the day! Thank you, Mrs. Preshinger.
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PARENTS
Bill Hoffman and
Carol Hoffman
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Student Council
Senior Class President
Cross Country Team Captain
Eco Club President
Student Council Representative
for National Honor Society
Link Crew
American Legion Youth
of the Month
Girl's State Delegate
Greta Hoffman
Jennifer Loomis
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Capital High School
Capital High School
Mrs. Loomis is more than a wonderful gym teacher; she is a
friend and an inspiration who is constantly encouraging everyone
around her to be the best they can be. From my freshman year
of P.E. to my senior year of cross country, she has pushed me
to be my best, always giving positive advice along the way.
She taught me the important lesson of hard work and just how
far it can get me. Thank you for everything you have done for
me, Mrs. Loomis!
Lewis and Clark Humane
Society Volunteer
Attend University of Montana
to study the biology field as well
as study abroad and travel as
much as possible
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NICOLE JAQUES
PARENTS
Casey Gilder and
Ryan Jacques
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Theatre
Writings on the Wall, a book
of school poetry
VOYA, a national magazine
which reviews novels
for school libraries
International Honors Thespian
and board member
Best Foot Forward award
from KTVH News
MCC's Expedition program
Presidential Service award
Western in the Experience One
program and acquire a BA in
Fine Arts. Whatever happens
after that, I plan to enjoy life
to the fullest.
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Nicole Jaques
Jodee Martello
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Helena High School
Not because she taught me what I know, but because she
instilled my desire to learn, Ms. Jodee Martello is my
distinguished educator. Despite her health problems, which
kept her out almost half the year, Ms. Martello worked to help
me focus. She tried offering “incentives,” and was apt to abruptly
end my frequent daydreams, until she suggested the first book
I remember staying up late to read: The BFG, by Roald Dahl.
She improved my disciplinary-challenged personality into that
of an avid student. Thank you, Ms. Martello.
CALEB KIDDER
PARENTS
Lance and Kathy Kidder
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Local flood relief volunteer
Volunteer for youth
sports programs
School anti-drug
initiative volunteer
Carnival Classic volunteer
NAMI Walk participant
Bruin Football Team Captain
Paul Phillips
Caleb Kidder
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Capital High School
Capital High School
to major in pharmacy or physics.
I have signed a letter of intent
to play football on an
athletic scholarship.
It has been an honor to have Mr. Phillips as one of my teachers
as he has made a major impact on my learning with his influential
teaching. The way he teaches with his off the wall personality
and his hilarious enthusiasm for science has made every day
an exciting new adventure. He always manages to make time
to form a connection with every single student. I, like many
others, have been fortunate to have him teach me in physics
and chemistry, sparking our imaginations to limits we never saw
as possible. Even though he might bust out a simple joke from
time to time to keep us enthused with what we are doing that day,
he always seems to finish each lesson on a striking note.
Thank you, Mr. Phillips, for being the spark to my imagination.
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BRADY KIMBALL
PARENTS
Bob and Shanna Kimball
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Football
Track and Field
Academic All State for track
and football
All Conference Selection for
track and field
Link Crew Leader
Religious Education
in the fall to study pre-medicine
in order to attend optometry school
Jeff Beaver
Brady Kimball
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Hawthorne Elementary
Capital High School
When I think back to elementary school, some of my favorite
memories are from Mr. Beaver’s P.E. class. The positive attitude
and energy he brought to class caused me to wake up each
morning thinking “Is today a P.E. day?” Mr. Beaver’s enthusiasm
and approach to teaching has taught me many life lessons,
including the value of hard work, good sportsmanship and,
most importantly, the need to enjoy life. Thanks, Mr. Beaver,
for having such a positive influence on my education.
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KARYN KOVICH
PARENTS
Cathy and Greg Kovich
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Capital High School Yearbook
business manager
Girl Scouts
Link Crew
Tutor for elementary school
students in Big Brothers Big Sisters
Karyn Kovich
Jim Murray
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Capital High School
Capital High School
to study either political science
or business. After college I plan
to take the L SATS and attend
Missoula's Law School.
English was definitely not my strongest subject and was far
from my favorite. I dreaded the first day of Senior English,
but there was no reason to do so in Mr. Murray’s class.
Mr. Murray taught me I was capable of anything, challenging
me every day. He taught the essentials including life lessons
that I will always remember. His hilarious remarks and stories
were a great way for me to relate to the material. Mr. Murray
truly cares about his students and has impacted my life
tremendously. Thank you, Mr. Murray.
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MIRIAM KRAINACKER
PARENTS
Nina Heinzinger
and David Krainacker
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
S.A.V.E. Foundation Intern
Catholic Youth Coalition
Board Member
Helena High Green
Group President
Completed a marathon
to double major in criminology
and history
Miriam Krainacker
Jesse Franzen
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Helena High School
I enjoyed reading and writing before I entered Mr. Franzen’s
eighth grade English class, but I didn’t LOVE reading and writing.
Mr. Franzen's passion not only for teaching, but for the English
language itself, caused me to thrive in his class. He is a teacher
who truly loves both his students and his job, and it shows
through his dedication. Thank you, Mr. Franzen, for encouraging
students to look for a deeper understanding in literature and for
inspiring me to try my hardest in subjects I love.
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KINSEY KUHN
PARENTS
Linda and Jeff Kuhn
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Business Professionals of America
Art Club President
Link Crew
Varsity Tennis Team
Holter Museum of Art Volunteer
Strategies 360 Intern
Attend the University of
Southern California
Kinsey Kuhn
Genevieve Anderson
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Capital High School
Capital High School
While my academic pursuits were important in high school,
the true accomplishment of my four years at Capital was the
discovery of my passion for art. I owe this to Mrs. Anderson.
Her constant inspiration and passionate teaching taught me
that it’s okay to color outside the lines. The lessons in creativity,
dedication, and perseverance that I learned from her have not
only expanded my artistic horizons, but will continue to help
me in any career I pursue.
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DAVID MACK
PARENTS
Kim and Steve Mack
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Capital High Swim Team Captain
Helena Lions Swim Team
Helena Hot Shots Trap Team
CHS Cross Country
and Distance Track
4-H- former Club President
and County Ambassador
Certified 4-H Shooting Sports Coach
Attend Rocky Mountain College
in Billings to double major in
aviation and accounting and
ultimately pursue a career
in aviation
Char Lawrence
David Mack
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Capital High School
Capital High School
Mrs. Lawrence made me realize, sophomore year, the importance
accounting and money have in our world. I took her class every
year after that. Not a day has gone by that she hasn’t asked how
things are going. When I needed some advice or someone to talk
to, she has always been there. I’m grateful to Mrs. L for opening
my eyes to the business world and life beyond high school along
with the importance of being passionate about what you love and
believe in. Thank you, Mrs. Lawrence, for everything!
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KEEGAN MALANY
PARENTS
Drew Malany
and Susan Malany
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
National Honor Society President
Eco Club Vice President
Business Professionals of
America member
Prickly Pear Land Trust volunteer
Capital High Soccer
Club Soccer
Keegan Malany
Tom Pedersen
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Capital High School
Capital High School
Attend Gonzaga University
to study pre-medicine
From the moment I met him, I knew Mr. Pedersen was a very
special person. His enthusiasm encouraged me to exceed my
goals and to reach my full potential. He made class enjoyable
with his humorous personality and “Pedersenisms.” There was
not a day where I did not look forward to his class. But the reason
he is so special is his ability to connect. No other teacher has
made me think so deeply about who I am as a person and where
I am going in life. Thanks T-Ped!
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DEVAN Y. MCNATT
PARENT
Kerri Grebe
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
FCCLA throughout high school,
president for a year
Swim Team
Art Club
Track
Festival of Trees volunteer
Created the t-shirt design
for Helena’s first annual
Wounded Warrior Project Run
Donated artwork to numerous
charities such as the Angel Fund
Paint the State for meth
project participant
NAMI Walk
Race for the Cure
Mary Ann Barbie-Rice
Devan Y. McNatt
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Capital High School
Capital High School
I would like to be the first person
in my family to graduate from college.
My desired degrees are
graphic design, animation,
and teaching.
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I chose Mrs. Barbie-Rice as my Distinguished Educator because
her love and enthusiasm for art matches my own. She has been
pushing me for the past two years to expand my knowledge of
the rich culture of art, and the various techniques of different
time periods. Every day she pushes me to be a better and better
artist, giving me true criticism and helping me to prepare for
Art College. She always has a warm smile on her face, with a
caring and compassionate nature that makes you feel better
even if you are having a bad day. Thank you, Barbie, you truly
have made a difference in my life.
ANDREW MITCHELL
PARENTS
Doug and Julie Mitchell
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Young Adult Service
Corps member
Bezos Scholar
Helena High Five founder
Varsity Soccer Captain
Bryant Elementary volunteer
Youth Connections Director
Jazz Band
Valedictorian
good friend
music lover
Andrew Mitchell
Gretchen Edelen
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Helena High School
Helena High School, retired
Attend Stanford University.
Mrs. Edelen is the Brett Favre of teachers. I am lucky enough to
be the one to bring her out of retirement to remind everybody
what an incredible teacher she still is. Sophomore year, it did not
take long for me to realize that she was going to have a definite
impact on my English education. Our epic class discussions, our
common love for words, and her tough teaching style made me
the student I am today. Plus, I can’t think of a better person with
whom to have dinner.
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ALLISON MORRISON
PARENTS
John Morrison
and Cathy Wright
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Varsity Track and Field
Soccer
Co-founder and
Co-President H2O for Hope
Co-President Bio Club
President 3-7-77s
Young Adult Service
Corps, Americorps
Student Council
Planned Parenthood Teen Council
Attend college to pursue
global health related studies
Allison Morrison
Deb Johnson
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Helena High School
Central Elementary
Looking back on my days as a young and impressionable tyke,
I know that Mrs. Johnson made grade school matter. She taught
me how to solve problems, work hard, and have fun with learning. Language boxes, counting beads, Weekly Readers, and daily
recitations of the classic Brer Rabbit and Wayside School stories
filled her colorful and engaging classroom. She believed in the
potential of every one of her students and helped us each build a
strong foundation. Mrs. Johnson remains a wonderful supporter
and friend and I am proud to call her my Distinguished Educator.
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SETH MORROW-BENNETT
PARENTS
Cilver Morrow
and Steve Bennett
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Avid music player, percussion
and trombone
Create house music (techno)
using music software
Counter-culture enthusiast
with a focus on music
love of the arts and people
creating new bonds between
students and teachers
open-minded and ready to
try anything to help people
Hanna Bennett
Seth Patrick Morrow-Bennett
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Helena High School
Helena High School
Attend the Art Institute of Seattle
and do something with
music production.
In my first year of high school, I was blessed with a level-headed
teacher with a positive view of life known as Mrs. Bennett.
It being her first year too, we were both on the same level and
it did wonders for our student-teacher relationship. I can have
engaging conversations with her, without the fear of being
ridiculed. With her help, I’ve come to love Shakespeare, and
Homer’s The Odyssey. With a storytelling gift like that of a
Native elder, I hope she keeps teaching and bringing life to
Helena High and the world.
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MOLLY NICHOLSON
PARENTS
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Helped to plant a pineapple
farm in Nabua, Fiji
Painted a visitors lodge
in LaVena, Fiji
National Youth Leadership
Conference on Medicine in Atlanta
H20 for Hope
Fashion Show planner
S.A.V.E. Plastics Drive volunteer
Attend the University of
Puget Sound
Joyce Nachtsheim
Molly Nicholson
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Helena High School
I’ll always remember my time in Mrs. Nachtsheim’s fourth grade
class. She taught me the benefits of hard work and after her class,
middle school was a breeze. Her high expectations pushed me to
test my limits and be the best I can be. Whether it was tracing
my body on paper to draw the nervous system or dressing up as
Woodrow Wilson’s wife to give my presentation, I always learned
a lot. Mrs. N was always there with a smile and a hug and I am so
glad to have had her as a teacher.
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JULIA PLATT
PARENTS
Alicia Stickney
and Steve Platt
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Horse Back Riding
Mentoring Teens against Drugs
Link Crew
Student Council
Gay Straight Alliance
National Merit Finalist
Doug Shenkle
Julia Platt
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Helena High School
Helena High School
to study mathematics
When I heard that Mr. Shenkle is going to retire at the end of
this year, I was sorry that future chemistry students will not get
to experience his passion for teaching. Whether lecturing on
Le Chatelier's principle or making ice cream to explain
colligative properties, Mr. Shenkle’s classes are not only
academically challenging, but also exciting and engaging.
He encourages me to be proud of my accomplishments,
telling me I shouldn’t be reserved about sharing my success.
Thanks Mr. Shenkle, for pushing me to reach my
greatest potential!
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DANIELA ROSALES
PARENTS
Cristina Martinez-Mijares
and Marco Rosales
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Tutor for transition students
Volunteer at Carroll as a Spanish Lab
Coordinator, meeting with college
students weekly for an hour of
Spanish conversation
Mentoring Teens against Drugs
Co-President
One of three students selected
from Helena High to represent
Montana at a conference in D.C.
that helps teens acquire more
skills to fight against drugs
Daniela Rosales
Danna Sinnott
Attend Carroll College in the
pre-medicine program, majoring in
Spanish and French. I hope to
become involved in Doctors
without Borders.
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Helena High School
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I was really upset to find out that Mrs. Sinnot was retiring
because other students will not get the chance to meet an
amazing teacher who is one-hundred percent dedicated to her
students. Her enthusiasm and motivation in her teaching is
inspiring to all. Mrs. Sinnot takes that extra step with her students
to get to know them at a personal level; I know that I can always
count on her for anything. Students can always tell when a
teacher loves her job, and Mrs. Sinnot’s hard work is evident in
all her actions and in the love that other students have for her.
BROOKE SATRE
PARENTS
Jon Satre and Paulette Etchart
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Tennis Captain
Speech and Debate Captain
Chorus
Irish Dance
Cross Country
Business Professionals
of America
Volunteer for Queen City
Art Club
Brooke Satre
Jay Partridge
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Capital High School
Capital High School
Attend Santa Clara University,
College of Arts and Sciences
When people say history, many cringe at memories of their
monotonous teacher who forced them to memorize date after
date. When someone says history to me, I get excited. I owe this
enthusiasm to Mr. Partridge, who didn’t just teach history class,
but brought it to life. He is a teacher who makes lectures the
highlight of my school day. My interest and desire for more
knowledge has been sparked because of his love for history.
Mr. Partridge made me realize how exciting and relevant history
is in my life.
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CASEY SCHWARTZ
PARENTS
Laurie Zupan and
Douglas Schwartz
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Science Olympiad Co-President
Science Bowl Team A Captain
Computer Science Club
past President
TI-Basic Club
Biology Club
Chemistry Club
Attend a university to pursue
applied mathematics and
chemistry to become a
chemical engineer. I would like
to travel and learn of culture,
math and chemistry around
the world.
Gerald McCarthy
Casey Schwartz
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Helena High School
Helena High School
I must admit that my makeshift machines lining his room, towels
adorning the underside of his tables, or the integrals scattered
across his board must have become obstructive, but I am grateful
for his giving me the opportunity to explore unhindered and
undaunted. Mr. McCarthy continued even after I had taken his
Physics class to entice science and mathematics from me,
whether it be in an independent study on electricity or in the
countless hours he devotes to pushing the Science Bowl Team to
victory. I appreciate his composure regarding the many disastrous
Rube Goldberg machines and the inevitable failures of wiring Tesla’s
secondary coil. Though I will regret having to leave, I can continue
on to college appreciative of him allowing me intellectual confidence
and, more importantly, science. Thank you, Mr. McCarthy.
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EMMA SIRR
PARENTS
Alex and Beth Sirr
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Varsity Cross Country
14 years of Irish Dancing
Speech and Debate
Volunteer work
Treasurer of Art Club
Party Planner for Math Club
Key Club member
YMCA Girls Thrive mentor
ExplorationWorks!
community garden worker and
Spanish teacher
Dennis Peterson
Emma Sirr
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Capital High School
Capital High School
For the past three years, I have had the privilege of learning
math from one of those rare teachers who truly loves his job,
Mr. Peterson. He is constantly on the lookout for a confused or
frustrated face. Occasionally, he can tell I am flummoxed before
I can! He makes math interesting, so that the 50 minutes I spend
in his class are the fastest of the day. It’s like magic, the way he
presents a problem and makes it seem not only simple, but
doable. Thank you Mr. Peterson!
Track and Field
Founder of the "Food For Thought"
Food Share book project
12K "Don't Fence Me In" trail race
first place for age group
in Bozeman. I am interested in
biological engineering, health sciences,
and most of all a career that leads to
a happy and useful life.
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AUSTIN SPARROW
PARENT
Cindy Holms
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Youth Build
Attend UM Helena for at least a
year to study math, then attend
Montana Tech in Butte for a general
engineering degree. I plan to
attend graduate school for
aerospace engineering.
Greg Wald
Austin Sparrow
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I chose Greg Wald as my distinguished educator because
until I met him, I had no idea that learning could be fun and
interesting. He shows students that we do not always have to
be serious to learn. He has made a significant difference in my
life by showing me there is a fun side to every subject, whether
it’s learning about Vietnam or writing my very own folk
tale. Spending three weeks in one of Greg's classes, I learned
more than an entire year in any other social studies class.
Without a teacher like Mr. Wald I would still be struggling, but
because of him I am being honored as a Distinguished Student.
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ZACHARY SPENCER
PARENTS
Jim and Nadine Spencer
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Band
Catherine Lynd
Zachary Spencer
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Helena High School
Helena High School
The subjects of government and history have always been my
favorite since elementary school, so naturally I chose a teacher
from within those subjects. You can tell that Mrs. Lynd loves
these subjects probably more than I do, which is why her class
is one of the most enjoyable of my day. It is teachers like her
who make school a place not to dread, but instead a place where
a person can learn and do what they love.
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HALSTYN STIEF
PARENTS
Cynthia and Greg Thornquist
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Manager of the girls’
basketball team
DECA officer
Attend Carroll College
to study business marketing
Colette Buckley
Halstyn Stief
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Helena High School
Helena High School
Colette Buckley is an amazing teacher who inspired me to
work hard and be the best student I could be as a freshman.
She created an atmosphere that allowed for original thoughts
and positive interaction between my classmates and me.
Miss Buckley supported me immensely through my first year
of high school. I always left her class with a smile on my face
and looked forward to the next day. As I get ready to graduate
from Helena High, I feel fortunate to have had Miss Buckley
as a teacher and role-model.
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NICHOLAS SWENSON
PARENTS
Dave and Lori Swenson
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Varsity Tennis Captain
Debate Rookie of the Year
National Forensic League,
Rank of Special Distinction
Choir
Math Club Vice-President
Youth Group: Student-Leader,
Music Team Leader, middle-school
counselor, computer operator
Nicholas Swenson
Darcy Schulz
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Capital High School
Capital High School
for engineering to pursue a
career in aerospace engineering
Having Mrs. Darcy Schulz for a choir director has been one of
my favorite parts of school for the past two years. Many classes
are often full of dry lecture and the constant desire to take a nap,
but Mrs. Schulz (lovingly known as “Schulzy”) manages to defeat
this stereotype with a vengeance. Her classes are always filled
with laughter, smiles, a family-style atmosphere and rowdy good
times. She has shown me not only how to become a better singer,
but how to always have a good time, no matter what.
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MEGHAN UPHAM
PARENTS
Greg and Keri Upham
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Varsity Soccer Captain
Varsity Basketball
Track
Internship at Heuiser
Physical Therapy
Food Share volunteer
3-7-77's Club
All-state soccer player
Link Crew Leader
CYC
U13 Girls Arsenal
Volunteer Coach
Freshman tutor
Moffie Funk
Meghan Upham
Rotary Club Student of the Month
Attend Carroll College on a
soccer scholarship and study
biology and chemistry
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Montana City School
Helena High School
As I entered my 7th and 8th grade years I met a woman who has
had a lasting impact on my educational career. Moffie Funk, my
social studies teacher, not only taught me the capitals and countries of the world, but also how to think for myself. She always
told us to stand up to authority and challenge those who have the
power. She made class fun and entertaining with her fantastic
ideas about the world. Thank you, Ms. Funk, for allowing me to
form my own opinions!
KYNDAL WILLIAMS
PARENTS
Marvin and Sheila Williams
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Helena High Volleyball
Basketball
Track
Peer Mentoring
Link Crew
Volunteer at Intermountain
Attend MSU Billings on a
volleyball scholarship to
study special education
Kyndal Williams
Christina Murgel
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Helena High School
Helena High School
Christina Murgel has been my high school counselor for a
couple of years, but she has been a big part of my life for a long
time. She is much more than my school advisor, even though
she has guided me through the challenging but rewarding four
years. When I was going through a tough time, Mrs. Murgel
was right there giving me advice and support to get me through
everything. She is always someone I can turn to when I need to
talk about anything and her support means everything to me!
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JOSHUA WRIGHT
PARENTS
Craig Wright and Catherine Wright
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Vice President of
Starlighters Choir
Roles in over 16 plays with
Grandstreet, Helena High Thespians
and Carroll College
Senior Representative
of Helena High Thespians
Attend University of Montana
to double major in voice
and accounting, with a
minor in theatre
Rob Holter
Joshua Wright
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Helena High School
Helena High School
Mr. Holter has been a guiding force in my life ever since I first
stepped foot in his theater my freshman year. He has taught me
many things about theatre—Shakespeare, Stanislavsky, flying
rubber chickens, and even gave me a crash course on fake moose
head mounting. He has always had faith in my abilities as an
actor and a student. He even sent me a thank you note in the mail
for my hard work in his class. Thanks for a fantastic four years of
fun, silliness and encouragement, Mr. Holter.
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DANIELLE ZARLING
PARENTS
Dan and Christine Zarling
COMMUNITY SERVICE
AND ACTIVITIES
Youth Group Worship Leader
Varsity Cheerleading
Grandstreet Theatre
Children’s Church Assistant
National Honor Society President
3-7-77’s Vice President
Bio Club Secretary/Treasurer
Pawn Master of Chess Club
Student Council
MTAD
Food Share Volunteer
Julie Ladd
Danielle Zarling
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Helena High School
Helena High School
to study chemical engineering
Mrs. Ladd first introduced me to chemistry as a sophomore
and I’ve been in love with it ever since. As a fellow perfectionist
and cheerleader, I thrived under her orderly teaching style and
identified with her unremitting school spirit, never failing to
laugh at her quirky antics and respect her refusal to outright
tell a student the answer. I was blessed to have Mrs. Ladd again
as my biology teacher junior year, and her familiar patience
and passion once again instilled in me an unflagging love of
the sciences.
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