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Madison is the daughter of Matt & April Herken.
Madison actively participated in Cheer, Dance, Softball, and Cross Country. She served as Captain of the Cheer and Dance Teams, Class Co-President and Student Council Representative, NHS Student Council Representative, FBLA Vice President and Chapter President, Ram Nation Spirit Store Accounting Department Head and Manager, and Spanish Club Public Relations Representative. She was also voted Homecoming queen her senior year.
She was a member of National Honor Society (NHS), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Rams Serving Volunteer Projects (RSVP), Ram Nation Spirit Store, and Spanish Club.
Madison received the following awards: Principal’s Honor Roll, Rams Honor Roll, Fall and Winter Scholars Athlete Awards, Northeast Kansas League Award, Varsity Awards in Cheer, Dance, Softball, and Cross Country. Madison will attend the University of Saint Mary to pursue a degree in Ultrasound Technology.
“I want to make a difference in the lives of others. Medicine is always advancing and evolving, so there are always ways to provide better patient care. I see the healthcare field as more than a career, but is a way to achieve my goals in a purposeful way. There is nothing more fulfilling than being able to provide care to those in need I have set myself up for success and am eager to start the next chapter in my life.”
-Madison Herken
Katie is the daughter of Steve & Jennifer Heim.
Katie actively participated in Dance, Cheer, Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, and Cross Country. She was voted Homecoming queen her senior year.
She was a member of National Honor Society (NHS), Ram Nation Spirit Store, and Bell 4-H Club.
Katie received the following awards: Honor Roll, Academic Awards, Varsity Awards in Dance, Cheer, Basketball, Softball and Cross Country. Katie will attend Pittsburg State University to pursue a degree in Nursing.
“I know that becoming a nurse is not easy, it demands a lot of hard work and dedication. But growing up on a family farm I have learned the importance of working together, working hard, and never giving up. I want to be the best nurse I can be and I am willing to do whatever it takes. Caring for others and making a positive difference in someone’s life has always been my goal.”
-Katie Heim
Katherine is the daughter of Chuck & Ann Schmidt.
I am interested in helping kids who have learning disabilities. I have always wanted to work with children and I will do anything I can to help people. I believe that the most important quality in a healthcare worker is helpfulness. I have learned how to work with children during stressful situations where they might be uncomfortable, this skill will help me be successful in the healthcare field.”
She was a member of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Rams Serving Volunteer Projects (RSVP), National Honor Society (NHS), Seatbelts are for Everyone (SAFE), Ram Nation Spirit Store, Happy Hollow 4-H Club, and Army of Christ Youth Group (AOC).
Katherine received the following awards: 4.0 Honor Roll, Academic Awards, Varsity Awards in Dance and Band. Katherine will attend Kansas City Kansas Community College and then a university to pursue a degree in Nursing.
“My health condition has driven and determined most of my life decisions, including what I envision as my dream job. I may never have a ‘normal’ childhood or life, but the perseverance and lessons I have learned from it have inspired and shaped me into the person I am today.”
-Katherine Schmidt
Abigail is the daughter of Jason & Danielle Nichols.
Abigail actively participated in Basketball and Volleyball. She served as a Ram Nation Spirit Store Manager, Class President, Class Vice President, and Student Council Representative.
She was a member of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Rams Serving Volunteer Projects (RSVP), National Honor Society (NHS), Seatbelts are for Everyone (SAFE), Bell 4-H Club, and Army of Christ Youth Group (AOC).
Abigail received the following awards: Citizenship, Top of English I Class, Honor Roll, Northeast Kansas League Achievement, Top 5 in Class, and Kansas Honor Scholar. Abigail will attend Kansas State University to pursue a degree in Speech and Language Pathology.
“I am interested in helping kids who have learning disabilities. I have always wanted to work with children and I will do anything I can to help people. I believe that the most important quality in a healthcare worker is helpfulness. I have learned how to work with children during stressful situations where they might be uncomfortable, this skill will help me be successful in the healthcare field.”
-Abigail Nichols
Lindsey is the daughter of Steve & Jennifer Heim.
Lindsey actively participated in Basketball, Softball, and Volleyball where she served as Captain and letter winner in all three sports. She served as a Ram Nation Spirit Store Team Member, DARE Role Model, and Student Council Representative.
She was a member of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Bell 4-H Club, and Army of Christ Youth Group (AOC).
Lindsey received the following awards: Honor Roll, DARE Role Model, Northeast Kansas All-League Honorable Mention: Volleyball and Softball, Leavenworth Times Select Player of the Year Nominee: Softball, Northeast Kansas League 1st Team All-League: Softball and Basketball, Leavenworth Times Athlete of the Week: Softball and Basketball, and the following awards for Basketball: Northeast Kansas League 2nd Team All-League, Scored 1000th point during high school career, All-State Basketball Honor, Leavenworth Times All-Area Team, All-State 3A 3rd Team, and selected to play in Highland All-Star game. Lindsey will attend Bethel College where she will play basketball and pursue a career in Nursing.
“For as long as I can remember I have looked up to the members of my family who have made nursing their life’s work. Becoming a nurse and knowing that I will have the opportunity to improve someone’s health or even save a life is the greatest gift I could imagine. I realize the importance of compassionate healthcare. Through my experience as an in-home healthcare provider, I’ve learned the importance of kindness, patience, compassion, and careful attention to patient needs.”
-Lindsey Heim
Paige is the daughter of Ben & Holly Robinson.
Paige actively participated in Basketball, Softball, Volleyball, and Dance. She served as the Cross Country Manager, Ram Nation Spirit Store Member and Manager, High School Office Aide, and Elementary School Tutor. She was a member of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Rams Serving Volunteer Projects (RSVP), National Honor Society (NHS), Bell 4-H Club, and Army of Christ Youth Group (AOC).
Paige received the following awards: Honorable Mention NEKL Art Contest, Graphic Design Award, Kansas Historic Essay Honorable Mention, Gary Vossmer Spirit Award, Principal’s Honor Roll, and Future Business Leaders of America State Qualifier.
Paige will attend Kansas State University to major in Pre-Nursing. She then plans to apply to the University of Kansas School of Nursing.
“I believe helping others is the most rewarding pay anyone could receive. I believe there is no other career field that can make someone feel like they have a purpose. Knowing that you are needed and can provide a patient with the upmost care is a feeling that cannot be described. I value the bond I can make with patients beyond their healthcare needs. By pursuing a career in the healthcare field, one is truly given the “Chance to Save a Life.” Knowing you have someone’s life in your hands may be intimidating at times, but the reward of seeing a patient’s health increase is incredible.”
-Paige Robinson
Madison is the daughter of Darren & Tina Weber.
Madison actively participated in Volleyball, Track, and Dance. She also participated in Rams Serving Volunteer Projects (RSVP) and Rams Against Destructive Decisions (RADD).
Madison will attend Kansas City Kansas Community College to pursue a Bachelor degree in Nursing. She plans to work as a Neonatal Nurse.
“I want to do something in the world that makes life a little better for patients and families. I want to be that nurse that family members remember for the rest of their lives. I want to make a positive impact on every single one of my future patients. The fulfillment of helping save, or better someone’s life is the most rewarding experience and I would be honored to pursue a career where I have such impact. I know the healthcare field might be one of the more challenging careers to pursue, but the outcome is worth every second of the hardship. I look forward to contributing to many more people’s lives, helping those in need of care on my journey as a nurse.”
-Madison Weber
