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Congratulations Class of 2022! High School Grad Spotlights
GRADUATION DATES CACHE HIGH SCHOOL
TARA BONE
May 31
contributing wrier
GREEN CANYON HIGH SCHOOL
May 31 This year's graduating seniors were sophomores when COVID-19 shut down schools and upended "normal." They pushed through online school and canceled activities. When schools reopened, they juggled mask-wearing, COVID-19 testing and quarantines, and all the unique challenges that came along. Some students lost family and friends during the pandemic or struggled to take on more responsibility when family members became sick. Many are still working through mental health issues.
Trying to get back to "normal" has been challenging for students and educators, but the class of 2022 is resilient. The seven amazing students on the following pages, one from each Cache Valley high school, represent the ability of the human spirit to succeed amidst adversity. Their stories are inspiring examples that offer hope during uncertain times. Thank you to each high school counseling department for their nominations, and to every teacher in every school for your resilience.
LOGAN HIGH SCHOOL
May 26
MOUNTAIN CREST HIGH SCHOOL
June 1
PRESTON HIGH SCHOOL
May 26
RIDGLINE HIGH SCHOOL
May 31
SKY VIEW HIGH SCHOOL
June 1
Awarding the First Cache Valley Family Magazine Paul Norton Memorial Scholarship Emily and Bryan Buckley, owners of Cache Valley Family Magazine, have established the Cache Valley Family Magazine Paul Norton Memorial Scholarship in an effort to encourage continued education for a Cache Valley high school graduate who has exhibited a dedication to excellence through challenges. Bryan is a first-generation college graduate and Emily attained her higher education despite many family challenges in her early life. This scholarship honors Paul Norton, who mentored Emily in her first professional position after college. Paul shared the Roman philosophy that is worth repeating to every young person seeking success: Luck exists where preparation and opportunity meet. He said, "You never know when you'll be presented with an opportunity, so prepare yourself for the success you seek." Paul Norton was a Utah State University alum who had a successful career in the Public Broadcasting System, then served as Vice President of University Relations and Development at Utah State University, and later as Director of Communications
at Logan Regional Hospital. Through his success, he was known for taking interest in every person he met, especially young people just beginning their educational and career pursuits. He passed away this year, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's disease. This year's scholarship recipient, Charlsie Reeder from Mountain Crest High School, was selected from the seven nominated students in this feature. Charlsie stood out for her ability to rise above challenges, work hard, and set goals. Congratulations to these and all the other graduates of the class of 2022! We wish you success as you chart your life's course.
