JUNCTION CITY HIGH SCHOOLUNDERCLASS

AWARDS

Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Warren Settles Auditorium

Welcome: Melissa Sharp, Principal Presentation of the Colors: JROTC Color Guard Pledge of Allegiance: Led by Melissa Sharp, Principal

National Anthem: Jordan Biggs and Amy Cornelison, Duet

2015-2016 Freshman Class OfficersPresident—Grace KroegerVice President—Anne JohnsonSecretary—Ashley BeluntaTreasurer—Lexe WestFreshmen Class Sponsors—Ashley Ackerman & Tyrek Artley

2015-2016 Sophomore Class Officers

President—Laramie DiestelkampVice President—Amber Stewart Secretary—Hannah Reynolds Treasurer—Natalie Santa Stuco Representative—Ashton WiegandSpirit Representative—Samantha SolisSophomore Class Sponsors—Bridget Oliver & Alicia Goheen

2015-2016 Junior Class OfficersPresident—Macy JaynesVice President—Kalyn Love Secretary/Treasurer—Brianna PhelpsStuco Representative—Samantha Stunkel

Spirit Representative—Demi Bollinger Junior Class Sponsors—Felicia Gawith & Amber Stevens

FSA ADMINISTRATORS, COUNSELOR & STAFF Principal—Melissa Sharp

FSA Principal—Jeff Tanner FSA Assistant to the Principal—Kate Harmison FSA Counselor—Sarah Reynolds

FSA Academy Leader—Jacinda Kinzie ACADEMIC AWARDS SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS ($250 each)Presented by Melissa SharpAdam Campbell (Junior) and Taylor Curtright (Sophomore)

AMERICAN MATHEMATICS EXAMINATIONPresented by Randy WewerNicholas Dombrowski and John T. Reeves

AVID RECOGNITIONPresented by Kelli IretonFreshmen: Justine Abellera, Presley Alaniz, Reyann Belford, Amiri Blunt, Aungoli Boykin, Ayonna Daniels, Cali Delp, Jasmine Engle, Danelia Gossop, James Hall, Caleb Harris, Jordan Hubbard, Alayshia Jacobs, Milorad Jovanov, Law Kiwaha-Berzanskis, Victoria Miranda, Jonah Peters, Tonnie Smalls-Johnson, Tiara Smith, Tyler Smith, Brittany Trejo, Phoebe Vaughn, Kaleb Witkowski Sophomores: Patrick Addison, Brittany Bell, Essence Carter, Roebin Christie, Bianca Colon, Kaleb Hansen, Ashley Lomas, Megan Miller, Keniel Negron-Gonzalez, Ashley Osorio, Angelica Pacheco, Gage Panion, Kassandra Portales, Yajaira Rojas-Castro, Courtney Sinklier, Amber Treat, Heather VonholtzJuniors: Aleyna Gaskins, Celine Nueman, Megan Patro, Alonzo Range, Tiffany Rivera, Luz Elidel Rodriguez, Kaileigh Solis, Courtney Strahl, Kylecia Taylor

BOYS STATEPresented by Kris TannerNicholas Dombrowski, Jacob Lovell, Elijah Richmond, Paxton Sharp

GIRLS STATEPresented by Kris Tanner

Aubrey Hitchcock

HUGH O’BRIEN YOUTH FOUNDATION LEADERSHIP AWARDPresented by Tom BrungardtAdante Lee

ROBERT K. WEARY MEMORIAL HARVARD-RADCLIFFE CLUB PRIZE BOOK AWARDPresented by Kale KattTo be announced

SERVICE LEARNING RECOGNITION AWARDS(Students having 100 + hours recorded during the 2015-2016 school year)Presented by Kris Tanner and Becky Hickert

THE CLASS OF 2019 (FRESHMEN): Madison Bowman

THE CLASS OF 2018 (SOPHOMORES): Caleb Breckenridge, Jadie Chauncey, Desarea Clark, Taylor Curtright, Leah Ervin, Briona Jensen, Alyssa Kramer, Paola Noriega-Rivera, Shawn Raymond, Julianys Rivera, Shaineska Rivera, Courtney Sinklier, Ashton Wiegand

THE CLASS OF 2017 (JUNIORS): Jasmine Barry, Megan Berry, Cameron Black, Kourtney Brodosi, Tiffany Dull-Huttis, Na`Asia Grant, Ta`Von Horton, Chance Koehler, Allison McKenzie, Brianna Miller, Joseph Washington, Valeria Yanez, Jaydon Zima

FRESHMEN ACADEMIC LETTER WINNER CANDIDATESPresented by Sarah Reynolds and Jacinda KinzieKaley Abbott, Merve Aksu, Presley Alaniz, Manuel Antillon, Caleb Baer, Kaydra Baer, Emma Beamer, Christian Becker, Jonathan Bell, Ashley Belunta, Marshall Bender, Violet Bender, Jared Benton, Katelynne Bilyeu, Xoe Binns, Reece Boland, Calen Boller, Taylor Booth, Madison Bowman, Christopher Bradford, Jolie Brand, Megan Burfict, Makayla Burns, Alexus Butler, Laura Campbell, Makenzie Conn, Andrew Cornelison, Katelyn Cornelison, Conner Cox, Katelyn Craft, Abigail Critton, Patricia Cruz Santos, Kade Danielson,

Morgan Deering, Cali Delp, Jayden Ellison, McKenna Faulkner, Ambria Garvin, Jace Goheen, Danelia Gossop, Courtney Graham, Lillia Green, Victor Guerrero, Brandon Gutierrez, Elijah Gutierrez, Sarah Hallum, Mallory Hamilton, Christopher Hertlein, Alec Hornyak, Froilan Ibanez, Regina Jackson, Alayshia Jacobs, Anne Johnson, Jalynn Jonas, Jaden Kell, Minjeong Kim, Zachery King, Jordan Klock, Armani Lawrence, Elizabeth Leborgne, Jaylynne Lechuga-Adame, Ye Joo Lee, Delani List, Liam Loop, Kaditra Mabry, Adelisa Maldonado, Freddy Matos, Hannah Mancini, Thane McDaniel, Ruth Mekuria, Victoria Miranda, Evonna Moody, Coral Moret, Adrianna Mullins, Kourtney Nguyen, Griffin Opat, Annalee Pellicotte, Imahnie Perez, Paloma Picazo, Makayla Powell, Xoria Prince, Charles Pritchard, Trevor Provost, John Reeves, Aaron Reutzel, Megan Reynolds-Harms, Mason Richards, Brent Hans Rippey, Kobe Rivera, Corbin Sanner, Alyssa Schneidewind, Yuuri Schott, Kilee Shuck, Paige Smith, Tiara Smith, Warren Smith, Lauryn Strahl, Emily Toothman, Caden Uhlig, Jonathan Valles, John Waits, Brittany-Ann Webster, Athena Weisler, Lexe West, Kody Westerhaus, Katherine White, Baylor Wilkey, Joemar Zayas Duran

FRESHMAN SUCCESS ACADEMY AWARDSPresented by Kate Harmison and Freshman Success Academy StaffTeam A: Kelly OlsonTeam B: Ruth StephensonTeam C: Tyrek ArtleyTeam D: Courtney Eichhorn

Shining Star AwardsAcademic Stars Star VolunteersTeam A-John Reeves Team A-Donte PhelpsTeam B-Elijah Gutierrez Team B-Victoria MirandaTeam C-Makayla Powell Team C-Ruth MekuriaTeam D- Tiara Smith Team D- Katelynne Bilyeu

Rising Stars Star CitizensTeam A-McKenzie Fessenden Team A-Kaleb MoyerTeam B-Jaylynne Lechuga-Adame Team B- Baylor WilkeyTeam C-Colton Clark Team C-Freddy MatosTeam D- Titan Seyboth Team D- Regina Jackson

Student of the Year for Teams A, B, C, & D: To be announced

BUSINESS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY TOMORROW’S LEADERS AWARDSPresented by Kale Katt and Kristin CrewsBreakthrough Award—Ashley McCarthyCompany Collaboration Award—Josef Nunez RamirezInnovative Leader Award—Donovan EspitiaStudent of the Year Award—TBA

FINE ARTS & HUMAN SERVICES CHOICE AWARDSPresented by Doug Sallee and Sharyn Worcester

Performing Arts ClusterIcon – Elizabeth ArnesonTrailblazer – Jordan Dombrowski

Education ClusterIcon – Ariana AhlersTrailblazer – Jordan Dombrowski

Early Childhood – Human Services ClusterIcon – Broghan SwinscoeTrailblazer – Brianna Talley

Human Services Cluster Icon – Shamya Banks (cosmetology)

A/V and Communication Technology ClusterIcon – Gunnar RichardsTrailblazer – Owin Carreras

SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY CHARACTER BUILDER AWARDSPresented by Steve Green and Nancy Dettmer

2018: Max Bazan, Zachary Bolen, Leah Ervin, Josceylin McDonald, Kylie Sticca

2017: Allison McKenzie, Marilyn Picazo, Alonzo Range, Kylecia Taylor, Joseph Zuk

TOP 5% OF THE CLASS OF 2019Presented by Jeff Tanner and Sarah ReynoldsRiley Aiono, Manuel Antillon, Merve Aksu, Kaydra Baer, Christian Becker, Marshall Bender, Jared Benton, Reece Boland, Calen Boller, Taylor Booth, Megan Burfict, Alexus Butler, Morgan Deering, Cali Delp, Jayden Ellison, Elijah Gutierrez, Sarah Hallum, Mallory Hamilton, Alayshia Jacobs, Anne Johnson, Jalynn Jonas, Minjeong Kim, Ye Joo Lee, Kaditra Mabry, Hannah Mancini, Evonna Moody, Kourtney Nguyen, Griffin Opat, Makayla Powell, Charles Pritchard, John Reeves, Megan Reynolds-Harms, Paige Smith, Tiara Smith, Lexe West, Kody Westerhaus, Katherine White

TOP 5% OF THE CLASS OF 2018Presented by Kale Katt Sidney Budinas, Zachary Bolen, Jadie Chauncey, Cassondra Chesterman, Jiahao Chen, Kennedy Cox, Laramie Diestelkamp, Jordan Dombrowski, Alora Duran, Leah Ervin, Tyler Gromlovits, Lars Johnson, Gabriella Khoury, Anne Kim, Emily Kolasheski, Alyssa Kramer, Ashley McCarthy, Breanna Raulston, Alise Santos, Monica Savath, Arsenios Scrivens, Chloe Smith

TOP 5% OF THE CLASS OF 2017Presented by Steve Green and Becky HickertEric Anderson, Shamya Banks, Jasmine Barry, Megan Berry, Adam Campbell, Shania Dick, Nicholas Dombrowski, Janet Enamorado, Kiona Freeman, Taralyn Guthrie, Miurel Hamburger, Jasmine Hunt, Allison McKenzie, Brianna Miller, Alyson Peek, Kara Senesac, Brittney Siegel, Courtney Skillern, Broghan Swinscoe, Tessa Wilcox, Isaac Williams, Rylee Zimmerman

In Appreciation: Margie PinaireClosing Remarks: Melissa Sharp

Refreshments will be served in the Commons immediately following the program.

JUNCTION CITY HIGH SCHOOL

SENIOR AWARDS

Wednesday, May 18, 2016Warren Settles

Auditorium

Welcome: Melissa Sharp, PrincipalPledge of Allegiance: Led by Melissa Sharp, PrincipalNational

Anthem: Jordan Biggs and Amy Cornelison, Duet

2015-2016 SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS

President: Kathryn WesterhausVice President: Jordan-Nicole HeathSecretary: Paige DacusTreasurer: Madison RoetherSTUCO Rep: Ashanti DavisSpirit Rep: Ryan Boland Colors: Royal Blue / White / Black /SilverMotto: “Your wings already exist, all you have to do is fly.”-AnonymousFlower: Carnation-Remembrance Sponsors: Dana Wiegand & Ellie Dillon

JCHS ADMINISTRATORS, COUNSELORS & STAFF Melissa Sharp, Principal Matt Westerhaus, Athletic Director Steve Green, SET Principal Becky Hickert, SET Counselor

Doug Sallee, FAHS Principal Kris Tanner, FAHS Counselor Kale Katt, BIT Principal Emily Russell, BIT Counselor Vern Steffens, Director of Secondary Programs Margie Pinaire, Scholarship Coordinator

Opening Remarks: Margie Pinaire, JCHS Scholarship Coordinator

JUNCTION CITY/GEARY COUNTY LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS

ACADEMIC AWARDS SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS ($250 each)Presented by Melissa SharpDeshon Brooks, Ciara Brown, Abigail Weisler, Meredith Wesley

ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC. SCHOLARSHIP;MU ETA OMEGA CHAPTERPresented by Rina NealMu Eta Omega ($250)- Jordan-Nicole HeathKappa Pi ($150)-Daidra Franklin

CRAFT FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000 renewable)Presented by Barbara Craft, Dr. David Craft and Jennifer CraftTo be announced

DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC. SCHOLARSHIP; GEARY RILEY SALINE ALUMNAE CHAPTER ($500 EACH)Presented by Bernice BullardJamia Bell and Daidra Franklin

DONALD L. WYANT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($500)Presented by Brian HagemeisterMeredith Wesley

ELKS MOST VALUABLE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP Presented by Lana Pender, Exalted RulerSierra Mortimer ($1,000)Kate Westerhaus ($500)

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ENDOWMENT FUND SCHOLARSHIP ($800 each)Presented by Kimberly MillesonJordan Biggs, Jordan-Nicole Heath, Kealee Rains, Trey Reynolds

FORT RILEY THRIFT SHOP SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)Presented by Debbi Freeman, FRTS Board PresidentTo be announced

FRED C. & DOROTHY H. BRAMLAGE SCHOLARSHIP ($1,500 renewable) Presented by Becky HickertKathryn Westerhaus

GAYLORD & JOSEPHINE MUNSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP($500 each) Presented by Kris TannerDeshon Brooks, Jordan-Nicole Heath, Kealee Rains, Anna Marie Sosa

GAYLORD & JOSEPHINE MUNSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP, IN MEMORY OF MARY GRAMMER ($500)Presented by Becky HickertAngeleau Scott

GEARY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL AUXILIARY SCHOLARSHIP Presented by Connie Peck, Auxiliary PresidentTrey Reynolds ($1,000) Natalie Wells ($500)

GRACE BRITT HORNER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($500)Presented by Becky HickertShannie Refumanta

HATTIE B. THOMPSON-SLAUGHTER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($500 each)Presented by Leslie DavisTraecy Freeman and Stacy Klauman

HISTORICAL & ARCHEOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF FORT RILEY SCHOLARSHIP Presented by Becky HickertJace Taliaferro ($1,000)Jacob Forristal ($500)

HOOVER-KOKEN FOUNDATION GRANTS ($27,500 total, renewable) Presented by Richard PinaireJordan Biggs, Alycia Cardamone, Ricardo Erans, Traecy Freeman, Jennifer Knight, Kaiser Kim, Christien Ozores, Keaton Petite, Trey Reynolds, Madison Roether, Kathryn Westerhaus, Reagan Wood

IRENE CRAFT P.E.O. SCHOLARSHIP ($800 each) Presented by Patti Schoenrock To be announced

JCHS MINORITY ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP ($500)Presented by Kris TannerTraecy Freeman

JELLISON BENEVOLENT SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP (renewable)To be awarded in June JOHN JEFFRIES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($500) Presented by Kimberly MillesonJordan Biggs

JUNCTION CITY AMERICAN LEGION, POST 45, J.R. BENNETT/BRAMLAGE SCHOLARSHIP ($2,000)Presented by Dave Apgar, American Legion Finance OfficerJennifer Knight

JUNCTION CITY AMERICAN LEGION LADIES AUXILIARY, UNIT 45 SCHOLARSHIP ($250)Presented by Dave Apgar, American Legion Finance OfficerJennifer Knight

JUNCTION CITY FIREFIGHTERS AID ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP (LUKE DAVID NELSON MEMORIAL) ($500) Presented by Dave NelsonTrey Reynolds

JUNCTION CITY RETIRED SCHOOL PERSONNEL SCHOLARSHIP ($500)Presented by Charles VollandMercedes Stunkel

JUNCTION CITY RETIRED SCHOOL PERSONNEL SCHOLARSHIP IN MEMORY OF GRACE BURKHEAD ($500)Presented by Charles VollandZeel Mehta

JUNCTION CITY SUNDOWNERS LIONS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP ($250)Presented by Becky HickertKathryn Westerhaus

JUNETEENTH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP ($500 each) Presented by William Brooks and Delilah HamiltonDaidra Franklin, Traecy Freeman, Robert Long

KAPPA KAPPA IOTA EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONALPHA GAMMA- LOCAL CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP ($150)Presented by Becky HickertChristien Ozores

KOMOMANTYNS ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP ($300 each)Presented by Windy Hancock and Fawn McDougaldJamia Bell, Nathaniel Hancock, Jacqui Moran

LADIES READING CLUB SCHOLARSHIP ($500)Presented by Shelley KiteKathryn Westerhaus

LOUIS RAGO MEMORIAL FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP ($450)Presented by Matt WesterhausDavid Graham

PAUL B. & CLARA B. GWIN 4-H SCHOLARSHIP ($800)Presented by Kris TannerDanielle Shane

PERRY SHARP MEMORIAL-OFFICIALS AGAINST CANCER SCHOLARSHIP ($4,500 total) Presented by Melissa Sharp Ryan Boland, Christien Ozores, Keaton Petite, Natalie Wells, Kathryn Westerhaus

PLANKINTON FOUNDATION BILLY UPHAM VOCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000 renewable)Presented by Kris TannerKaitlyn Fernandez

PLANKINTON FOUNDATION MARY BURRIS SCHOLARSHIP ($3,000 renewable) Presented by Kris TannerTo be announced

RAY AND NELLIE SMITH 4-H SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)Presented by Kris TannerDanielle Shane

RHINEHART-BEERHALTER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000 renewable)Presented by Becky Hickert Ryan Boland

ROBERT J. (ROB) SMITH MEMORIAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP ($500) Presented by Jerry & Marlene SmithTo be announced

RUBY STEVENS SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000 each)Presented by Kimberly MillesonKaiser Kim and Ricardo Erans

UNION LODGE #7, ANCIENT, FREE & ACCEPTED MASONSLOCAL MASONIC LODGE ESSAY SCHOLARSHIP ($500)Presented by WM Christopher Black, WB Joe Mitchell and B David BuckIsabella Omann

WILLIAMS CHILDREN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000) In honor of our sister, the late Lorraine Williams Walker 11/11/54-4/25/14, former Principal of Washington Elementary SchoolPresented by Kimberly MillesonRicardo Erans

GEARY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

BECKY & RON BRAMLAGE SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000 each)Presented by Margie Pinaire, Geary Community Schools FoundationPaige Dacus, Traecy Freeman, Trey Reynolds, Madison Roether, Diamond Roundtree

BETTY-GENE SHANDY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FOR THE STUDY OF MUSIC OR ART ($500)Presented by Margie Pinaire, Geary Community Schools FoundationJordan Biggs

CHARLES & KATHY VOLLAND SERVICE LEARNING SCHOLARSHIP ($500)Presented by Margie Pinaire, Geary Community Schools Foundation Ryan Boland

CHARLIE FIFFE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)Presented by Margie Pinaire, Geary Community Schools Foundation Paige Dacus

ELIJAH CARTER-SALISBURY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($500)Presented by Margie Pinaire, Geary Community Schools FoundationRyan Boland

GCA SERVICE GROUP SCHOLARSHIP ($2,000 each)for Junction City High School Students Presented by Don Bryant, GCA Services ManagerRyan Boland and Danielle Shane

GEARY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP ($2,000 total)Presented by Margie Pinaire, Geary Community Schools Foundation Keaton Petite, Kathryn Westerhaus, Reagan Wood

FINE ARTS & HUMAN SERVICES ACADEMY JAMMIN’ IN JC POST-SECONDARY SCHOLARSHIP ($500)Presented by Doug SalleeAmy Cornelison

JOHN & ELAINE RUCKER SCHOLARSHIP IN HONOR OF H.D. KARNS ($1,000)Presented by Margie Pinaire, Geary Community Schools FoundationRyan Boland

KWK (KEVIN WAYNE KITCHENS) MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($500 each)Presented by Kimberly Milleson, GCSF Board MemberJennifer Knight and Trae McDaniel

MARTIN LUTHER KING MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($500)Presented by Kimberly Milleson, Martin Luther King Comm. Board MemberTraecy Freeman

ROBERT & MADELINE SHERRADEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000 each)Presented by Margie Pinaire, Geary Community Schools FoundationJennifer Knight and Trae McDaniel

SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY (SET) ACADEMY INTERNSHIP SCHOLARSHIP ($400)Presented by Nancy Dettmer, SET Academy LeaderNatalie Wells

USD 475 ART DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP for the Study of Visual Arts ($500)Presented by Jimmy Goheen, JCHS Art InstructorSamantha Rodriguez

VAUDENE FIELD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($500)Presented by Terrah StrodaTo be announced

USD 475 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY PTA SCHOLARSHIP ($300)Presented by Vaughn DeGuzmanDavid Graham

FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY PTO SCHOLARSHIP ($500)Presented by Kim Alonzo, PTO PresidentTraecy Freeman

LINCOLN ELEMENTARY PTO SCHOLARSHIP ($200 each)Presented by Kathy Teeter, PrincipalJordan Biggs, Ryan Boland, Trey Reynolds, Madison Roether, Kathryn Westerhaus

SHERIDAN ELEMENTARY PTO SCHOLARSHIP ($250 each)Presented by Dixie Coleman, Principal Keaton Petite and Danielle Shane

MILITARY AFFILIATED SCHOLARSHIPS

MARION MILITARY INSTITUTE GENERAL BRUCE K HOLLOWAY SERVICE ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOLARSHIP ($10,000), WEST POINT ASSOCIATION OF GRADUATES SCHOLARSHIP ($3,200)Presented by LTC Jason Taliaferro, 1996 Graduate of West Point, currently stationed at Fort RileyJace Taliaferro

APPOINTMENT TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY,WEST POINT® ($350,000)Presented by LTC Jason Taliaferro, 1996 Graduate of West Point, currently stationed at Fort RileyJoseph Korey Kyser Jr.

KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIP ($45,000)Presented by Kansas State University ROTC Captain Donald MoyerAndrew Beamer

KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIP ($45,000)Presented by Kansas State University ROTC Captain Donald MoyerJacob Sticca

VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIP ($TBA)Presented by Kansas State University ROTC Captain Donald MoyerMiguel Espinosa

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN ALABAMA ARMY ROTC SCHOLARSHIP ($72,000)Presented by Kansas State University ROTC Captain Donald MoyerGary Panion

AMERICAN RED CROSS SCHOLARSHIP ($500) Presented by Becky HickertAndrew Beamer

FORT RILEY COMBINED SCHOLARSHIP Presented by Becky HickertSierra Mortimer ($1,000)Katharine Bolen ($500)

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MILITARY CHILDREN, DECA-COMMISSARY ($2,000 each)Presented by Becky HickertKatharine Bolen and Keaton Petite

NAVY’S ADVANCED ELECTRONIC FIELD SCHOLARSHIP ($80,000)Presented by Petty Officer Second Class Tyler Henneman & Petty Officer First Class Jason BalverNathan Burgoyne

NAVY’S NUCLEAR PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP ($80,000)Presented by Petty Officer Second Class Tyler Henneman & Petty Officer First Class Jason BalverJaden Krienert

NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

AMERICAN GUARDIANS MOTORCYCLE CLUB-ROBERT B. WILSON PUBLIC SAFETY SCHOLARSHIP ($1,250)Presented by Becky HickertReagan Wood

BETA SIGMA PHI NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP ($1,000)Presented by Becky HickertPaige Dacus

SCHOOL RELATED SCHOLARSHIPSAcademic and athletic scholarships received from

the school the student plans to attend)Presented by Becky Hickert and Kris Tanner

Nicholas Arneson: Kansas State University Henry J. Putnam Scholarship ($36,000)

Andrew Beamer: Kansas State University Medallion Scholarship ($5,000)

Justin Beydili: Butler Community College Deans Academic Scholarship ($1,000)

Jordan Biggs: Butler Community College Vocal Music Scholarship ($7,000)

Ryan Boland: Kansas State University Activity Scholarship ($1,500)

Katharine Bolen: Clemson University Out-of-State Merit Scholarship ($30,000) Clemson, SC

JuWan Bush: Northwest Missouri State University Athletic Scholarship (TBD)

Alycia Cardamone: University of Kansas Crimson and Blue Academic Scholarship ($8,000)

Anthony Coleman: Butler Community College Instrumental Music Scholarship ($7,000)

Amy Cornelison: Butler Community College Vocal Music Scholarship ($7,000)

Grace Craft: Johnson County Community College Academic Scholarship ($1,000), Johnson County Community College Athletic Scholarship ($8,000)

Francisco Cruz: Butler Community College Vocal Music Scholarship ($7,000)

Paige Dacus: Kansas State University Leadership Scholarship ($8,500)

Ashante Davis: Savannah College of Art and Design Academic Honor Scholarship ($32,000) Savannah, GA

Ricardo Erans: Benedictine College Athletic Scholarship ($148,000)

A'Kia Fain: Fort Scott Community College Athletic Scholarship ($7,000)

Elijah Fiest: Butler Community College Instrumental Music Scholarship ($7,000)

Daidra Franklin: Kansas State University Memorial Scholarship ($1,300)

David Graham: Nebraska Wesleyan University Academic/Athletic Scholarship ($72,000) Lincoln, NE

Nathaniel Hancock: Kansas State University Leadership Scholarship ($8,500)

Hannah Hanson: Fort Hays State University Honors College Regent Scholarship ($56,000)

Darius Hicks: Hutchinson Community College Athletic Scholarship ($7,000)

Lawrence Bronson Hill: Independence Community College Athletic Scholarship ($7,000)

Maximillian Jenkins: Kansas State University Memorial Scholarship ($4,000)

Dustin Jones: Butler Community College Vocal Music Scholarship ($7,000)

Robert Khoury: Kansas State University Fairchild Scholarship ($4,000)

Kaiser Kim: University of Kansas Jayhawk Academic Scholarship ($4,000)

Jennifer Knight: Wichita State University Freshmen Merit Scholarship ($12,000)

Robert Long: Berea College Tuition Promise Scholarship ($104,400) Berea, KY

TaMarche Mason: Hutchinson Community College Athletic Scholarship ($7,000)

Alissa Moody: Barton Community College Athletic Scholarship ($7,000)

Keaton Petite: Kansas State University Leadership Scholarship ($8,500)

Tyrone J. Poole: Barton Community College Athletic Scholarship ($7,000)

Kristopher Quidachay: Bethany College Academic/Athletic Scholarship ($64,000)

Kealee Rains: University of St. Mary Academic /Athletic Scholarship ($56,000)

Trey Reynolds: Emporia State University Presidential Scholarship ($1,600)

Kai Robert: University of Iowa Academic Success Scholarship ($24,000), Advantage Iowa Scholarship ($80,000), University of Iowa Old Gold Scholarship ($40,000) Iowa City, IA

Jaquan Roberts: Midland Luthern College Academic/Athletic Scholarship ($60,000) Freemont, NE

Madison Roether: Fort Hays State University Scholar Award Scholarship ($8,000), Fort Hays State University Academic Opportunity Award Scholarship, Biological Sciences ($900), Fort Hays State Athletic Scholarship ($20,000)

Angeleau Scott: Nebraska Wesleyan Univerisity Academic/ Athletic Scholarship ($110,000) Lincoln, NE

Danielle Shane: Kansas State University Medallion Scholarship ($5,000)

Dezarae Smith: Barton Community College Athletic Scholarship ($7,000)

Anna Marie Sosa: University of Kansas Rock Chalk Academic Scholarship ($4,000)

Eliezer Soto: Kansas State University Memorial scholarship ($2,800)

Stephon Starks: Independence Community College Athletic Scholarship ($7,000)

Jacob Sticca: Kansas State University Foundation Scholarship ($13,000)

Emiley Straw: Butler Community College Vocal Music Scholarship ($7,000)

Mercedes Stunkel: Kansas State University Medallion Scholarship ($5,000)

Kaylee Stutz: Washburn University Academic Scholarship ($10,000)

Reginald Topps: Bethany College Academic/Athletic Scholarship ($48,000)

Meredith Wesley: Manhattan Christian College Academic/Athletic Scholarship (TBD)

Abigail Weisler: Methodist University Presidential Scholarship ($72,000) Fayetteville, NC

Kate Westerhaus: Fort Hays State University Scholar Award Scholarship ($8,000), Fort Hays State Academic Opportunity Scholarship ($900)

Terrell Williams: Barton Community College Athletic Scholarship ($7,000)

Raye Wilson: Missouri Western State University Athletic Scholarship ($64,000)

Terell Wilson: Garden City Community College Athletic Scholarship ($7,000)

Reagan Wood: University of Kansas Rock Chalk Academic Scholarship ($4,000)

ATHLETIC LETTERS OF INTENT

Student-athletes who have signed Letters of Intent to play a sport at the respective college/university they will attend. This list is representative of those Letters of Intent that have been received in the Junction City High School Athletic Department at the time of publication.

BASKETBALLRicardo Erans –Benedictine College A`Kia Fain-McNeese – Fort Scott Community College Tyrone J. Poole – Barton Community College Kealee Rains – University of St Mary

Reginald Topps – Bethany College Terrell Williams – Barton Community College

FOOTBALL David Graham – Nebraska Wesleyan University Darius Hicks – Hutchinson Community College Lawrence Bronson Hill – Independence Community College TaMarche Mason – Hutchinson Community College Christien Ozores – Fort Hays State University Kristopher Quidachay – Bethany College Angeleau Scott - Nebraska Wesleyan University Stephon Starks – Independence Community College Marcus Walker – Independence Community College Raye Wilson – Missouri Western State University Terell Wilson – Garden City Community College

GOLFMadison Roether – Fort Hays State University

SOCCER Dezarae Smith – Barton Community College Meredith Wesley – Manhattan Christian College

TRACKJuWan Bush – Northwest Missouri State University Jaquan Roberts – Midland Lutheran College-Nebraska

SWIMKyndel McCloy – Tabor College

TENNISDavid Graham – Nebraska Wesleyan University Angeleau Scott - Nebraska Wesleyan University

VOLLEYBALL Kyndel McCloy – Tabor College Grace Craft – Johnson County Community College

INDIVIDUAL ATHLETIC AWARDSPresented by Matt Westerhaus

Rob Smith Loyal Blue Jay Award: To be announcedThis award is presented to one senior male and one senior female athlete that has distinguished their athletic career upholding the department’s core values.

Mike Champ Scholar Athlete Award: To be announced This award is presented to one senior male and one senior female athlete with an outstanding grade point average and who has made a significant contribution to the overall athletic program during his/her high school career.

Kim Kilpatrick Award: To be announced This award is presented to a senior female athlete who has contributed the most to the overall athletic program during her high school career. Student must have lettered in two different sports during the course of their junior/senior season and been selected to an all-league/all-state team in at least one sport.

Bert McKinsey Award: To be announced This award is presented to a senior male athlete who has contributed the most to the overall athletic program during his high school career. Student must have lettered in two different sports during the course of their junior/senior season and been selected to an all-league/all-state team in at least one sport.

2016 SENIOR SERVICE LEARNING RECOGNITION AWARDSPresented by Steve Green and Becky Hickert

900+ Hours: Kelly Ann DelaCruz700+ Hours: Nancy Gonzalez-Luna600+ Hours: Alyssa Padilla400+ Hours: Adrianna Camacho, Garry Dupree, Jennifer Knight, TaMarche Mason 300+ Hours: Nathaniel Hancock, Shannon Kelly, Meredith Wesley200+ Hours: Kaitlyn Cross, Christopher Foley, Jacob Forristal, Jordan-Nicole Heath, Carlos Millanez, Nicholas Phromphuwal, Kaylee Stutz

100+ Hours: Andrew Beamer, Jamia Bell, Jordan Biggs, Ryan Boland, Kaitlyne Brown, Alyssa Clark, Alexus Cleveland, Christopher Crowell-Kachmarsky, Nari-Anna Cruce, Paige Dacus, A`Kia Fain-McNeese, Daidra Franklin, Hannah Hanson, Myrissa Humphreys, Samonte Jones, Kaiser Kim, Alan Martin, Jordan Mataruso, Kyndel McCloy, Nekayla Mitchell, Alissa Moody, Maurice Powell, Austin Raymond, Sereima Sanchez, Danielle Shane, Sara Smith, Kendall Talley, Terrell Williams, Terell Wilson, Reagan Wood

2016 GEARY COUNTY SHERIFF’S CITIZENSHIP AWARD Presented by Geary County Sheriff’s Department Ryan Boland

INDIVIDUAL ACADEMIC AWARDS

2016 SENIOR AVID ACADEMIC RECOGNITIONPresented by Becky HickertDylan Collette, Ti`ara Dixon, A`Kia Fain-McNeese, Kaitlyn Fernandez, Tyra Gosha, Myrissa Humphreys, Robert Long, Aneanea Misa, Kiana Moon, Gabriela Ralls, Jaquan Roberts, Anna Marie Sosa, Michael Sterling

2016 SENIOR AVID PINSDylan Collette, Myrissa Humphreys, Robert Long, Kiana Moon, Gabriela Ralls, Jaquan Roberts, Anna Marie Sosa

KANSAS BOARD OF REGENTSKANSAS SCHOLARS CURRICULUM COMPLETERS(Curriculum: English 4 years; Mathematics 4 years; Science, including Physics, 3 years; Social Science 3 years; Foreign Language 2 years)Presented by Steve Green and Becky HickertNicholas Arneson, Ryan Boland, Nathan Burgoyne, JuWan Bush, Paige Dacus, Jazmine Dawson, Henry Escobar, Samantha Goudey, Alexandra Hallstrom, Nathaniel Hancock, Hannah Hanson, Christopher Hogue, Kaiser Kim, Joseph Kyser, Kaitlynn Laschober, Michael McClain, Kyndel McCloy, Zeel Mehta, Jacqui Moran, Isabella Omann, Jay Patel, Justin Pugh, Heyden Purdy, Kai Robert, Madison Roether, Angeleau Scott, Danielle Shane, Jacob Sticca, Mercedes Stunkel, Jace Taliaferro, Natalie Wells, Kathryn Westerhaus, Reagan Wood

KANSAS BOARD OF REGENTS/ STATE OF KANSAS DESIGNATED SCHOLARS(Must have completed Curriculum Completers requirement)

2016 State Scholar ProfileNumber nominated: 6,798 Designated: 2,170Average ACT: 26 31Average GPA: 3.63 3.91Average Selection Index: 55.80 63.45

STATE OF KANSAS DESIGNATED SCHOLARSPresented by Steve Green and Becky HickertNicholas Arneson, Hannah Hanson, Joseph Kyser, Kai Robert, Natalie Wells, Kathryn Westerhaus

ACT SCHOLARS OF EXCEPTIONAL ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE(Achieving a score of 32 or above on the ACT Assessment)Presented by Steve Green and Becky HickertNicholas Arneson, Hannah Hanson, Kai Robert, Natalie Wells

ACADEMIC TOP 5% OF THE CLASS OF 2016Presented by Melissa Sharp and Kale KattNicholas Arneson, Ryan Boland, Paige Dacus, Kelly Ann DelaCruz, Henry Escobar, Hannah Hanson, Christopher Hogue, Maximillian Jenkins, Kaiser Kim, Joseph Kyser, Sierra Mortimer, Keaton Petite, Kai Robert, Madison Roether, Kaylee Stutz, Natalie Wells, Kathryn Westerhaus

STATE OF KANSAS GOVENOR’S SCHOLARS TOP 1% OF SENIOR CLASSPresented by Melissa Sharp Paige Dacus, Sierra Mortimer, Natalie Wells, Kate Westerhaus

KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING (Outstanding Students in Mathematics and Science Award)Presented by Mary LathropHannah Hanson and Joseph Kyser

AMERICAN MATHEMATICS COMPETITION (AMC) AWARDSPresented by Mary LathropJoseph Kyser

DALE M. DENNIS EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AWARD(Junction City High School sponsored scholarship of $250)Presented by Melissa SharpTo be announced

KANSAS STATE HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION CITIZENSHIP AWARDPresented by Matt WesterhausTo be announced

PRESENTATION OF THE CUPFROM 2016 SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS

A tradition at JCHS since 1957, the class cup is presented to the future senior class officers, representing a proud past to a promising future.

Closing Remarks: Melissa Sharp

Refreshments will be served in the Commons immediately following the program.

FOR THE RECORD

JROTCMaj. (Ret.) Charles Wright, Senior Army InstructorSergeant First Class (Ret.) Ted Ehlers, Army InstructorSergeant First Class (Ret.) Hector Nieves, Army Instructor

Battalion Commander: Carlos MillanezBattalion Command Sergeants Major: Nathaniel HancockCadet Officer of the Year: Tavon HortonCadet Noncommissioned Officer of the Year: Samuel OsengaCadet of the Year: Joshua StoreyDepartment of the Army Superior Cadet Decoration Award: LET 4: Gary Panion LET 3: Max Treen LET 2: Jacob Sticca LET 1: Kylie Sticca

National Scholar Athlete Award – Male: Andrew Beamer National Scholar Athlete Award - Female: Kaitlynn LaschoberElijah Carter-Salisbury Memorial Award: Jared VillanuevaVeterans of Foreign Wars Award:LET 4: Carlos MillanezLET 3: Kevin DelacruzLET 2: Samuel OsengaLET 1: Laura CampbellAmerican Legion Award for Scholastic Excellence: Ashley Belunta American Legion School Award: Alex Cochran American Legion Award for Military Excellence – Male: Corbin SannerAmerican Legion Award for Military Excellence – Female: Kourtney NguyenSons of the American Revolution Award: Mason PerezMilitary Order of World Wars Award: Adam CampbellMilitary Order of the Purple Heart Award: Malakai BolenDaughters of the American Revolution Award: Madina IskhakovaNational Sojourners Award: Kaylynn BlissScottish Rites of Freemasonry Award: Gage PanionU.S. Army Recruiting Command Award - Male: Jawonnis HintonU.S. Army Recruiting Command Award - Female: Tessa WilcoxNon-Commissioned Officers Association Award: Cyle Brown

Reserve Officers Association Award: Nathaniel HancockThe Military Officers Association of America Award: Carlos Robles-RiveraAssociation of the U.S. Army (AUSA) Award: Cesar Ramos-OrtizAmerican Veterans Association Award: Makayla Harrington Daedalian Association Award: Joshua Storey

Embry-Riddle Celebrate Freedom Foundation Award: Ryan WhitingThe Retired Enlisted Association Award: Milorad JovanovSons of the Union of the Civil War: Dalton DotsonDaughters of Founders and Patriots of America Award: Ronnie Prather

Kansas Honors Program® Top 10% of the Class (awarded in October 2015)Nicholas Arneson, Andrew Beamer, Ryan Boland, Katharine Bolen, Deshon Brooks, Ciara Brown, Paige Dacus, Kelly Ann DelaCruz, Henry Escobar, Hannah Hanson, Christopher Hogue, Maximillian Jenkins, Kaiser Kim, Robert Khoury, Kaiser Kim, Jennifer Knight, Joseph Kyser, Trae McDaniel, Sierra Mortimer, Isabella Omann, Jay Patel, Keaton Petite, Maurice Powell, Cristina Ricks, Kai Robert, Samantha Rodriguez, Madison Roether, Eliezer Soto, Kaylee Stutz, Luise Von Haugwitz, Natalie Wells, Kathryn Westerhaus Reagan Wood

The following students lettered in Drama for the 2015-2016

First Time- Kaitlyn Armstrong, Ryan Boland, Miranda Brecht, Ciara Brown, Tanner Brown, Desarea Clark, Jaedn Cooper, Andre Davis, Dakota Goode, Benjamin Herrington, John Hurst, Halie Jordan, Skyler Lee, Shea Martin, Alan Martin, Brianna Miller, Nekayla Mitchell, Emiley Straw, Mohammed Mujali, Elijah Richmond, Destry Scott, Kianna Smalls, Christopher Stevens, Johnathan Washington

Second Time- Cameron Black, Jaleel Dorvall, Kaitlyn Ewing, Traecy Freeman, Andrew Gabel, Kyrstin Groff, Nathaniel Hancock, Max Jenkins, Kai Robert, Cristal Rosario, Samantha Stunkel, Isaac Williams

Third Time- Jordan Biggs, Megan Berry, Isabella Omann, Ian Zumbrennan

Fourth Time- Adolfo Blanco

Outstanding Dramatic Artists: Isabella Omann

GERMAN DEPARTMENTSchülerkongress Daniela Thrasher, Instructor

Schϋlerkongress (Kansas Association of Teachers of German, KATG)

In March, JCHS German student traveled to the University of Kansas in Lawrence to participate in Schϋlerkongress. Students from across the state came together to participate in different German learning activities. Although the main focus is for learning and new experiences, many JCHS students brought home medals in Literature, Culture Quiz, and a Treasure Hunt.

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC AWARDSTJ Taylor, DirectorSharyn Worcester, Assistant Director GROUP AWARDS:

JCHS Marching Band: 1 rating at Central States Marching Festival @ KSUJCHS Marching Band: 1 rating at High Plains Marching Festival @ HaysJCHS Concert Band: 2 rating at KSHSAA State Large Group Music FestivalJCNS Wind Ensemble: 2 rating at KSHSAA State Large Group Music FestivalJCHS Jazz Band: 1 rating at Coleman Hawkins Jazz Festival in Topeka: Washburn University

SPECIAL AWARDS

CONCERT BANDMost Improved Bandsmen: Alexandria Frizzell Director’s Award: Nenah Hewins

WIND ENSEMBLE John Philip Sousa Award: Elijah Fiest

JAZZ BANDLouis Armstrong Jazz Award: Anthony Coleman

MARCHING BANDAssistant Section Leader of the Year: Leah ErvinSection Leader of the Year: Anthony ColemanRookie of the Year: Conner CoxBlue Jay Spirit Award: Anastazzia “Stazzi” SimmonsMarching Pride Award: Trumpets SectionSection of the Year Award: Percussion Section

OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN ADVANCED PLACEMENT Literature and Composition 2016: Hannah Hanson

BUSINESS DEPARTMENT

Instructors: Ashley Ackerman, Christina Amerin, Chris Holborn, Tom Kilgore, Mick McDaniel, and Roxanne Whaley

FBLA – REGIONAL COMPETITIONBobby Khoury 1st Place - Business CalculationsArielle Cale 4th Place – Business LawTyler Gromlovits 7th Place – Intro to Financial Math

7th Place – Personal FinanceGabe Champ 7th Place – Accounting I

Computer Applications- 30 Words or More per MinuteChristopher Adams, Luis Aguirre, Vanessa Ainscough-Crowell, Presley Alaniz, Ayonna Allen, Tamika Allen, Merve Aksu, Kayla Ball, Melissa Baltierra, Cheyenne Barrett, Jonathan Bell, Johnna’e Bisio, Caitlin Blomenkamp, Amaya Booker, Alora Caldera, Arielle Cale, Ashley Carter, Caleb Caruso, Kathleen Cassell, Kaiona Channell, Emoya Davis, Sara Drago, Hailey Eby, Leila Enamorado, EnRicardo Erans, Leslie Etheridge, Jeffery Fain, William Gonzalez, Rebekah Grimm, Carlos Hall, Breana Herring, Lawrence Bronson Hill, Alec Hornyak, John House, Sa`tiya Hunt, Harding Hyche, Alayshia Jacobs, Kyrianna Johnson, Jaylynn Jonas, Larry Jones, Christopher Kachmarsky, Orion Latham, Elizabeth Leborgne, Jaylynne Lechuga, Johneil Lorete, Giovanni Love, Xsavier Marrero, Freddy Matos, Cheyenne McCreary, Joscelyn McDonald, Brett McInroy, Claudia Mendoza, Ariana Miera, Matthew Miller, Jacob Morales, Coral Moret, Nathaniel Moss, Adrianna Mullins, Jaden Payne, Daniel Perry, Codi Post, Ronni Prather, Alexandra

Ramsey, Savannah Reyna, Cody Robison, Nicholas Rojas, Yajaira Rojas-Castro, Tavean Sarvis, Kianna Smalls, Jacob Smith, Xydira Stephens, Zachary Tedrow, Christopher Thomas, Sierra Trautman, Tony Troupe, Teresita Vincente, Heather Vonholtz, Miya Watkins, Joshua Weatherbee, Hunter White, Brooklyn Whitmore, Baylor Wilkey, Danielle Wilmore, Jolene Yaw, Fabian Zimmerman

Computer Applications- 40 Words or More per MinuteBrianna Ault, Christine Bailey, Jonathan Bell, Violet Bender, Tiyana Bochmann, Madison Bowman, Javontez Brime, McKenna Brown, Destiny Bumpers, Megan Burfict, Makayla Burns, Matthew Carlsson, Owin Carreras, Kaionia Channell, Desarea Clark, John Clark, Sha’Anne Clopton, Ciera Clukey, Anthony Coleman, Trinity Cook, Amy Cornelison, Andre` Davis, Morgan Deering, Jessica Dellia, Deon Dickey, Badiana Dorval, James Evans, Aliyah Feane, Aloni Flournoy, Kiona Freeman, Zayne Garner, Jailyn Givens, Alexis Hall, Deja Hall, Mallory Hamilton, Kynadi Harris, Trevor Harris, Tabbitha Hayden, Julian Hill, Rhiannon Hislop, Allen Holm, Froilan Ibanez, Michael Jaco, Jalynn Jonas, Sara Kim, Alana Kramer, Alyssa Kramer, Stacy Kluman, Adante Lee, Ye Joo Lee, Aizia Lopez, J. Raul Luna, Daven McClellan, Isis McQueen, Ruth Mekuria, Mariah Moore, Kevin Murry, Griffin Opat, Condoleeza Osa, Karolyna Partida, Jayden Payne, Alyson Peek, Jamarie Peterson, Kora Powers, Ciaran Prickett, Xoria Prince, Trevor Provost, Astrid Ramos, Andrew Ramsey, Shararis Rawls, John Reeves, Cristal Rosario, Anolia Ross, Valeria Sanchez, Natalie Santa, Aleasa Shaver, Brenden Sicard, Nakia Smalls-Franks, Jacob Smith, Kylie Sticca, Cassie Stithem, Camron Strahley-Curry, Jori Swartz, Brianna Talley, Deavian Tinsley, Chris Todd, Isaac Williams, Qayveon Williams, Shana Wright

Computer Application- 50 Words or More per MinuteJonna Adams, Karrah Bailey, Shamary Banks, Kelsey Beauford, Christian Becker, Madison Bowman, Jailyn Brown, Adrianna Camacho, Dylan Collette, David Costine, Alyna Coy, Caitlyn Day, Enrico DelaCruz, Tiffany Dull-Huttis, David Eke, Janet Enamorado, Joshua Freezor, Dakota Goode, Tyler Gromlovits, Gabrielle Halbach, Deja Hall, Seth Hanson, Janet Iopu, Anna Johnsosn, Gabriella Khoury, Davante King, Joseph Manning, Gwen Margist, Ashley McCarthy, Michael McClain, Madison McDowall, Allison McKenzie, Sierra Miller, Kaila Musinki, Collin Nelson, Ina Niebres, Hannah Norris, Bailey O’Loughlin, Annalee Pellicotte, Andrew Robb, Kayla Rose, Brionna Scali, Devin Sharpsteen, Tonnie Smalls-Johnson, Taylor Smith, Tiara Smith, Kylecia Taylor, Elizabeth Villanueva, Natalie Wells

Computer Applications- 60 Words or More per MinuteMichael Ainscough, Xoe Binns, Alexus Butler, David Eke, Joshua Freezor, Caleb Harris, Elliott James, Davante’ King, Cody Magee, Rochelle Meneses, Brandon Nicholson, Ashley Osorio, Carrington Porter, Mason Richards, Andres Robb, Brianna Schulte, Chloe Smith, Benjamin Stenson, Kaylee Stoner, Taylor Vandermerwe, Anna Villaegas, Meredith Wesley, Joemar Zayas

Computer Applications-70 Words or More per Minute Katharine Bolen, Justin Bullock, Elliot James, Victoria Miranda, Kamryn Spiker, Makena Sturgill, Taylor Vandermerwe

JUNCTION CITY HIGH SCHOOL FORENSICSTeam Ranking: 196 of 3388 Chapters

National Qualifiers CFL SacramentoJordan Bailey- Dramatic PerformanceZachary Bolen- Congressional DebateMaximillian Jenkins- Oral Interpretation of Literature Samantha Solis- Congressional Debate

National Qualifiers NSDA Salt Lake CityJordan Bailey- First Alternate Humorous Interpretation

State Speech QualifiersJordan Bailey- Humorous Interpretation of Literature

Oral Interpretation of PoetryAdolfo Blanco- Oral Interpretation of Poetry Individual Jaedn Cooper- Oral Interpretation of PoetryMaximillian Jenkins- Dramatic Interpretation of Literature

Oral Interpretation of PoetryMya Stevens- Oral Interpretation of Poetry

First Place MedalsJordan Bailey- Oral Interpretation of Poetry (3)Zachary Bolen- Congressional Debate (3)Maximillian Jenkins- Dramatic Interpretation of LiteratureSecond PlaceJordan Bailey- Humorous Interpretation of Literature

Oral Interpretation of Poetry

Zachary Bolen- Congressional Debate (2)Adolfo Blanco- Oral Interpretation of ProseThird PlaceJordan Bailey- Humorous Interpretation of Literature Jaedn Cooper- Duo Interpretation of LiteratureTianna Snyder- Duo Interpretation of LiteratureMaximillian Jenkins- Dramatic Interpretation of Literature (3)

Oral Interpretation of PoetryReginald Robinson- Humorous Interpretation of LiteratureFourth PlaceJordan Bailey- Duo Interpretation of Literature Reginald Robinson- Duo Interpretation of Literature Adolfo Blanco- Duo Interpretation of Literature WillIam McNee- Duo Interpretation of Literature Jaedn Cooper- Duo Interpretation of LiteratureTianna Snyder- Duo Interpretation of LiteratureFifth PlaceAdolfo Blanco- Duo Interpretation of Literature (2)

Oral Interpretation of PoetryWillIam McNee- Duo Interpretation of Literature (2)Zachary Bolen- Congressional Debate

Original Oratory (2)Jaedn Cooper- Oral Interpretation of Poetry (2)Trinity Cook- Duo Interpretation of LiteratureDakota Goode- Duo Interpretation of LiteratureGabrielle Evans- Congressional DebateSixth PlaceJordan Bailey- Duo Interpretation of Literature (2)Reginald Robinson- Duo Interpretation of Literature (2)Zachary Bolen- Congressional Debate

Original Oratory (3)Jaedn Cooper- Oral Interpretation of Poetry

Oral Interpretation of ProseGabrielle Evans- Congressional DebateLauren Wells- Oral Interpretation of Poetry

National Merit RankingDistinction: Ashanti Davis, Jordan Bailey, Maximilian Jenkins, Tanner BrownExcellence: Reginald Robinson, Siera Bowman, Jaedn Cooper, Tianna Snyder

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETYLisa Torres-Wigton, Adviser

The JCHS NHS will graduate the following members:Ryan Boland, Katharine Bolen, Deshon Brooks, Ciara Brown, Paige Dacus, Ricardo Erans, Henry Escobar, Nathaniel Hancock, Hannah Hanson, Robert Khoury, Kaiser Kim, Joseph Kiser, Isabella Omann, Keaton Petite, Carrington Porter, Kai Robert, Madison Roether, Kenneth Trammell, Abigail Weisler, Natalie Wells, Kathryn Westerhaus, Reagan Wood

The JCHS NHS chapter inducted the following students at a formal ceremony in February (seniors)Deshon Brooks, Ricardo Erans, Robert Khoury, Carrington Porter, Abigail WeislerNHS contributed over 1000 service learning hours to our community this past year.

J-STEPPER DANCE TEAM 2015-16Ellie Dillon, Head Coach

Lauren Simmons, Asst Coach

Outstanding J-Stepper for 2015-16 school year: Paige Dacus, Sr.

Most Improved J-Stepper for 2015-16 school year: Madison Stimatze, Fresh.

Spirit Award for 2015-16 school year: Arianna Bowser, Soph.

“STRENGTH” Inspirational Award for 2015-16 school year: Kaylee Stoner Jr.

Team GPA: 3.60; 12 team members with a 3.50+ GPA.

Service learning hours accumulated by team members: 1115.50 total / 424.50 this year.

Leadership team for the 2015-16 school year:Paige Dacus, Taralyn Guthrie, Kaylee Stoner, Emily White, Reagan Wood

Team and individual awards at the Universal Dance Association camp at Kansas Wesleyan University include:

Team: Blue ribbon for Home Routine Team: Blue Ribbon Superior Team Trophy 1st Place Team home routine Trophy 51 Blue ribbons for routines learned Spirit stick all four days of camp. Team “Full Out” ribbon for team routine performed by Leadership

Team. Jump/Leap award winner: Harding Hyche Pin it forward pin: Harding Hyche Drill Down Winner: Harding Hyche; 3rd place winner: Shamary Banks Individual: Five J-Steppers were honored as UDA All American

Dancers: Paige Dacus, Alissa Moody, Harding Hyche, Reagan Wood, Emily White.

The J-Steppers also attended the Miss Kansas Dance and Drill Team Festival in Olathe Kansas in January. The team took 7 routines to the two day event. They received: a solo award (Harding Hyche); a Sweepstakes Trophy; and Shining Star Trophy; Award of Excellence (Choreography) Trophy in pom and Award of Excellence (Polish/Precision) Trophy in hip hop.

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT

2015-16League/State honors for individuals/coaches

League/District/Regional/Sectional/Sub-State/State finishes for teams

B/G CROSS COUNTRY LEAGUE/REGIONAL/STATE HONORSLeah Ervin 20th League/State Qualifier- 85th placeMyrissa Humphreys 12th League /9th Regionals/State Qualifier- 41st placeBriona Jensen 19th League/State Qualifier- 64th placeKailey Koomen 21st League/State Qualifier- 82nd placeNick Arneson 11th League/17th Regionals/State Qualifier-

60 th placeMiguel Espinosa 12th League/15th Regionals/State Qualifier- 73 rd place

Team: Boys – 5th League Regionals – 5th Girls – 3rd League Regionals – 3rd (state qualifier) State – 12th Other Girls Team members that qualified for State – Beth Arneson, Desarae Clark, Kaydra Baer, Brittany Webster

Core Value Winners: Nick Arneson, Zack Bolen, Miguel Espinosa, Dominic Galarza, Robert Long, Jacob Lovell, Griffin Opat, Raul Ramirez, Jaquan Robert, Kody Westerhaus, Beth Arneson, Kaydra Baer, Katie Bolen, Leah Ervin, Myrissa Humphreys, Regina Jackson, Macy Janes

BOYS SOCCER LEAGUE/STATE HONORSBobby Khoury Honorable Mention All-League – Mid-FielderAlan Martin Honorable Mention All-League – Defender Team: 2-15 tied for 8th in League Core Value Winners: Jayden Davis, Ford Harter, Dakota Schreiner, Gabriel Anderson, Ryan Hanson GIRLS TENNIS LEAGUE/REGIONAL/STATE HONORS Danielle Shane 3rd Place Regionals/State Qualifier-doublesAlly McKenzie 3rd Place Regionals/State Qualifier – doubles

Team: 7th League Core Value Winners: Jolie Brand, Danielle Shane, Abigail Weisler, Ally McKenzie, Jordan Dombrowski VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE/STATE HONORS

Emmaya Liaina Honorable Mention All-LeagueKaileigh Solis Honorable Mention All-LeagueKristen Stallcup Honorable Mention All-League

Team: 20-18 – 6th League Core Value Winners: Kate Westerhaus, Emily Buckland, Grace Craft, Alyssa Schnedewind, Athena Weisler, Taylor Booth, Reece Boland , Rylee Zimmerman

GIRLS GOLF LEAGUE/STATE HONORSMadison Roether 5th place League 4th place Regionals

6th place State

Team: 6th in League Core Value Winners: Trinity Weisler

FOOTBALL LEAGUE/STATE HONORSJovon Baldwin 2nd Team All-League – Running Back Honorable Mention All-State Class 6A – Wichita Eagle, Topeka Capital JournalTim Bell 1st Team All-League – Linebacker Honorable Mention All-State Class 6A – Wichita Eagle, Topeka Capital JournalXavier Cason Honorable Mention All-League – Tight EndDavid Graham 2nd Team All-League – CenterRyan Hennington Honorable Mention All-League - QuarterbackDarius Hicks 1st Team All-League – Defensive Line Honorable Mention All-State Class 6A – Wichita Eagle, Topeka Capital JournalAryus Jones 1st Team All-League – Defensive Back Honorable Mention All-State Class 6A – Wichita EagleWillie Mabry 1st Team All-League – Defensive Line Honorable Mention All-State Class 6A – Wichita EagleTrae McDaniel Honorable Mention All-League – Linebacker

Latrell Miller 2nd Team All-League – Defensive Back

Christien Ozores 2nd Team All-League – Defensive Back 1st Team All-State Class 6A –Kansas Football Coaches Association, Topeka Capital Journal Honorable Mention All- State Class 6A - Wichita EagleWayne Shirley 1st Team All-League – KickerStephon Starks 1st Team All-League – Defensive LineCameron Strahley Honorable Mention All-League - TackleZach Terry 2nd Team All-League – TackleRaye Wilson 1st Team All-League – Running Back 1st Team All-State Class 6A –Kansas Football Coaches Association, Topeka Capital Journal Wichita Eagle Selected to Shrine BowlTerrell Wilson 2nd Team All-League – Linebacker Honorable Mention All-State Class 6A – Wichita Eagle, Topeka Capital JournalRandall Zimmerman: 2015 Centennial League Coach of the year

Team: 10-1 –League Champions– District Champions – Regional Champions – Sectional Runner-up

JV – 5-3, 9th 6-3Core Value Winners: Jordan Bailey, Max Bazan, Bradley Breckenridge, DeShon Brooks, Jalen Brooks, Xavier Cason, John Clark, Alex Cochran, Dylan Colette, Henry Escobar, David Graham, Ryan Henington, Darius Hicks, Jawonnis Hinton, Aryus Jones, Davante King, Dai-Jon Lopez, Ta’Marche Mason, Trae McDaniel, Braden Murray, Kevin Murry, Seigh Norman, Christien Ozores, Kris Quidochay, Luke Robinson, Angelau Scott, Demarcus Smith, Stephon Starks, Jacob Sticca, Camron Strahley-Curry, Zach Terry, Walter Wadford, Marcus Wells, Terell Wilson, Charles Winchester, Jace Goheen, James Hall, Nolan Rothfuss, Corbin Sanner, Warren Smith, Jaylin Stanton

Team Awards: Ron Lowry Memorial Award – Rooster Adams and Baylor Wilkey Malcolm Tibbetts Memorial Award – Aryus Jones and Raye WilsonJoseph Sinegal Memorial Award – Christien OzoresCoach Al Simpler Memorial Award – Bradley Breckenridge and Trae McDaniel

Elijah Carter-Salisbury Memorial Award – Braden Murry and Angeleau Scott Black Lion Award – Tim Bell and Dylan Collette BOYS BASKETBALL LEAGUE/STATE HONORSRicardo Erans 2nd team All-LeagueTJ Poole 2nd team All-League

Team: 9-12 6th in LeagueCore Value Winners: Nick Arneson, Tim Bell, Xavier Cason, Ricardo Erans, Josh Hall, Christien Ozores, Alonzo Range, Angeleau Scott, Jonah Artis, Marshall Bender, AJ Dickerson, DeAndre Eaves, Leslie Etheridge, Davante King, Cody Magee, Thane McDaniel

GIRLS BASKETBALL LEAGUE/STATE HONORSAkia Fain Honorable Mention All-League Alana Kramer Honorable Mention All-League

Team: 3-18 9th in LeagueCore Value Winners: Jamia Bell, Ally McKenzie, Rylee Zimmerman

B/G BOWLING LEAGUE/REGIONAL/STATE HONORSTyler Gromlovits League – 5th/Regional’s – 5th/State – 20th Casey Holmes Regional’s – 3rd/State – 1st (State Champion)Kris Quidachay Regional’s – 4th Taylar Smith League – 2nd Kaylee Stutz Regionals – 10th Ian Yeazell League - 4th/State – 16th

Team: Boys –League – 1st Regional’s – 2nd State – 4th

Girls –League – 6th Regional’s – 3rd State – 5th

Core Value Winners:

BOYS SWIMMING LEAGUE/STATE HONORS

Team: 9th LeagueCore Value Winners: WRESTLING LEAGUE/REGIONAL/STATE HONORSKade Danielson (106 lbs.) 4th Regional’sMax Bazan (113 lbs.) 2nd LeaguE/3rd Regional’s/5th - State (120 lbs.) (126 lbs.) (132 lbs.) (138 lbs.) John Clark (145 lbs.) 3rd League/2nd Regional’sKamari Smith (152 lbs.) 2nd League/2nd Regional’s Aryus Jones (160 lbs.) 1st League/1st Regional’s/1st - StateTerrance Adeleye (170 lbs.) 3rd League (182 lbs.) (195 lbs.) Jeffrey Walters (220 lbs.) 3rd League/1st Regional’s (285 lbs.) Team: League – 4th Regional’s – 4th State – 16thCoach Laster – Centennial League Coach of the year

Core Value Winners: Max Bazan, Kade Danielson, Max Jenkins, Aryus Jones, Jeffrey Walters, Marcus Wells, Malik White, John Waits

Team Awards: Most Valuable Wrestler – Aryus Jones Most Improved Wrestler – John Clark Varsity King Pin – Max Bazan Junior Varsity King Pin – Travis Sisson Brandon Bramlage Award – Terence Adeleye

A Very Special Thanks To:Award Presenters and Scholarship Providers

JROTCJunction City High School Cheerleaders

JCHS Vocal Music DepartmentGCA Service Staff

Margie Pinaire, Scholarship CoordinatorSherry Martin, JCHS Secretary

Amy Bechtel, USD 475 Print Shop