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Isabella is the daughter of Jeff & Jenna Gillaspie.
Isabella actively participated in Track and Basketball. She served as Volleyball Manager.
She was a member of National Honor Society (NHS), Future Farmers of America (FFA), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Rams Serving Volunteer Projects (RSVP), and Bell 4-H Club.
Isabella received the following awards: Principal’s Honor Roll, Northeast Kansas All- League Award, Academic Awards, Agricultural Business Management, FFA Member of the Month, and Varsity Awards in Track and Basketball. Isabella will attend Kansas City Kansas Community College and then to a university to pursue a degree in Agribusiness.
“I love to be involved! I have volunteered around my community to make it a place people want to be a part of, welcoming to new folks, where I can grow as a person to become the best version of myself, and has allowed me to build strong relationships where I have met many great role models. Being a part of my community has given me the opportunity to grow as a person and connect with people from many walks of life.”
-Isabella Gillaspie
Drake is the son of Shaun & Raquel Duncan.
Drake actively participated in Basketball, Baseball, Cross Country, and Powerlifting. He served as Captain of the Baseball Team, Class President, Class Vice President, and National Honor Society President.
He was a member of the National Honor Society (NHS), Math Club, and Spanish Club. Drake received the following awards: Citizenship, Principal’s Honor Roll, Character Education Word of the Month, Business Student of the Month, Physical Education Top of Class, Harvard Book Award, Youth Civic Leadership Conference, Burns and McDonnell Battle of the Brains, and Varsity Awards in Basketball, Baseball, Cross Country, and Powerlifting. Drake will attend the University of Saint Mary and plans to major in Applied Mathematics with an emphasis in Actuarial Science.
“I decided to pursue a degree in Applied Mathematics because I have excelled in math related classes.” When asked who has inspired him, “Inspiration comes in many ways, shapes, and forms but one that has really stuck out to me is my father. He has always been a strong figure in my life that influences me to make the right choices. He pushes me to be the best person I can be, and I cannot thank him enough.”
-Drake Duncan
Justin is the son of Joe & Sarah Johnston.
Justin actively participated in Basketball, Football, Baseball, Track, and Cross Country. He served as Class Vice-President for four years.
He was a member of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and National Honor Society (NHS).
Justin received the following awards: Citizenship, Honor Roll, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Qualifier, and Varsity Awards in Basketball, Football, Baseball, Track, and Cross Country. Justin will attend the University of Saint Mary to compete as a Track and Field athlete and plans to major in Applied Mathematics with an emphasis in Actuary Science and Logistics.
“When I think of my future goals, I think of the impact I am going to have on my community and the kind of life I am going to lead. I will say that I am inspired by conquering a challenge. Whether that is a new health diagnosis, a tough opponent, or simply a fear you once had, it makes me happy to see others overcome a challenge and fuels me to do the same.”
- Justin Johnston
Aviana is the daughter of Mark & Amy Nutsch.
Aviana actively participated in Dance, Cheer, Volleyball, Basketball, Track, and Cross Country. She served as Class President and National Honor Society (NHS) Secretary.
She was a member of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), National Honor Society (NHS), Forensics, and Ram Nation Spirit Store.
Aviana received the following awards: Honor Roll, Scholar-Athlete, Academic Awards, Business Student of the Month, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Qualifier, KSHSAA State Forensics Qualifier, Varsity Awards in Dance, Cheer, Basketball, Track, and Cross Country, and Universal Cheer Association Awards. She also received the Project Lead The Way Human Body Systems White Coat, and was chosen as an All American to represent Pleasant Ridge High School at the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade in Hawaii. Aviana plans to attend college to pursue a degree in Science.
“I was blessed with amazing Science teachers that sparked a fire in me to want to learn and help people. I love learning about genetics and groundbreaking research, human anatomy and physiology, and the systems of the body. Throughout high school I have proven my resilient work ethic and my passion for learning.”
- Aviana Nutsch
Chase is the son of Jason & Cynthia Wohlgemuth.
Chase actively participated in Football, Basketball, Track, Cross Country, and Powerlifting. He served as Student Council Vice President and Ram Nation Spirit Store Accounting Team Department Head.
He was a member of Rams Serving Volunteer Projects (RSVP), National Honor Society (NHS), and Seatbelts are for Everyone (SAFE),
Chase received the following awards: Academic Student Athlete Awards, League Academic Awards, Perfect Attendance, Citizenship, Purple Heart Basketball Award, Character Education Word of the Month School Award, Business Student of the Month, Physical Education Weights and Conditioning Top of Class, All League Offensive Specialist Honorable Mention, and All Senior Team Honorable Mention. Chase will attend Benedictine University to play football and pursue a degree in Business Administration.
“I want to pursue my education not only as a student but also an athlete. I have earned this wonderful opportunity, and I want to pursue my degree to the best of my abilities. I’m going to work diligently in both of these pursuits. An athletic scholarship provides me the opportunity to do my part financially. It drives me to achieve success on the field and in the classroom.”
- Chase Wohlgemuth
Payton is the daughter of Gary & Jennifer Kern.
Payton actively participated in Basketball, Softball, and Dance.
She was a member of Rams Serving Volunteer Projects (RSVP) and Seatbelts are for Everyone (SAFE).
Payton received the following awards: Honor Roll, Citizenship, and Varsity Awards in Basketball, Softball, and Dance. Payton will attend the University of Saint Mary as a Spire Dancer and pursue a degree in Biology with a minor in Pre-Dentistry.
“I have always wanted to help people. I care so much about the well-being of others that I know I will do amazing in this field. You have to put your patients first and I always put others before myself regardless of what the situation is. I want to be able to help inform people and help the ones suffering as well.”
-Payton Kern
Ellie is the daughter of Jason Seeler & Stephanie Sloop.
Ellie actively participated in Basketball, Softball, and Volleyball. She served as a RamNation Spirit Store Manager, DARE Role Model, Student Council Treasurer, and Class Treasurer.
She was a member of National Honor Society (NHS), Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), and Rams Against Destructive Decisions (RADD).
Ellie received the following awards: Kansas Honor Scholar, DARE Role Model, Honor Roll, Citizenship Award, Student of the Quarter, Student-Athlete Academic Award, and Top 5 in Class. Ellie will attend Kansas State University to pursue a career in Education.
“I want to have a career where I can work with people struggling to overcome their own disability. My disability makes me stronger. It helps me be determined and locked in on my goals. It has instilled morals and fire in me that I will overcome my own disability and obstacles. I will be successful in achieving my goals which is to help people just like me. I was lucky to have support and people to guide me along the way.”
-Ellie Seeler
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
Grace is the daughter of Andy & Wendy Dedeke.
Grace actively participated in Cross Country and Softball. Grace served as the School Newspaper Editor and Yearbook Editor. Grace received the following awards: PRHS Citizenship, Kansas Honor Scholar, NEKL Top 5 in Class, Journalism Award, English Award, and History Award. She was a member of Rams Against Destructive Decisions (RADD) and National Honor Society (NHS).
Grace will attend the University of Saint Mary to major in English and minor in Secondary Education. She plans to become a High School Teacher.
“I’ve been sitting in classrooms every year observing all of my teachers, cataloging their teaching styles, lesson plans, and even how they interacted with their students into categories of what I do or do not want to do when it is my turn to lead a classroom. One of my favorite things that I’ve seen from various educators is how their relationships with their students don’t just end at the classroom door. My teachers have pushed me to my limits and shown me that I have space beyond the barriers I set for myself. It would be an honor and privilege to be half the teacher that all of mine were for me.”
-Grace Dedeke
Derek is the son of David and Julie Zule.
Derek actively participated in Cross Country, Basketball, Baseball, and Track. Derek received the following awards: PRHS Citizenship, DAR Good Citizen, George Eastman Young Leaders, Kansas Honor Scholar, NEKL Basketball Honorable Mention, Leavenworth County Athlete of the Week, and HCC Art Excellence. He was a member of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Rams Serving Volunteer Projects (RSVP), Rams Against Destructive Decisions (RADD), and National Honor Society (NHS).
Derek will attend Kansas City Kansas Community College and then transfer to the University of Kansas to pursue a degree in Engineering. “I have always felt a need to give back to my community, as I can appreciate everything it has done for me. I am a very passionate person. I believe if you want something, you’ve got to put in the work required to get it. My work ethic and drive comes from my family. I am confident my work ethic will help lead me through my pursuit of a degree. I know what it will take to get there and I look forward to the challenge. I have a great family supporting me, and I am eager to begin this new journey in my life.”
-Derek Zule
