Seniors 2013

Salute to Seniors

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All Saints’ Episcopal School Class of 2013

Congratulations Senior Saints!

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Jacob Adams

Aaron Albritton

Juliette Ambler

Riley Anderson

Delaney Andrews

Kelsey Armstrong

Katherine Arneson

Molly Atkins

Kendall Baker

Alexis Barton

Benjamin Bechthold

Savannah Beddingfield

Madison Bennett

Sydnee Birkeland

Richard Bishop

Gabriel Bogdanoff

Riley Boomer

CONGRATULATIONS AARON ALBRITTON, CARTER SKAGGS, REBEKAH BURRESS AND THE CLASS OF 2012!

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Aaron Albritton is the son of James and Jill Albritton. Math has always been his favorite subjects because he finds it to be logic-based and easy to understand. Physics has been a challenge, though, and he thanks Mrs. McCane for doing a good job teaching it. Aaron is a member of the National Honor Society. He plans to attend Clemson University to pursue a degree in engineering. He has been awarded a $500 scholarship from Clemson and an Out of State Tuition Scholarship for $14,600. Aaron has chosen to honor Jessica McCane. He says, “I could imagine a physics class being very boring and extremely difficult without Mrs. McCane. I most likely would not have chosen an engineering major if Mrs. McCane hadn’t been there to teach and reassure me.

Her class is my favorite because she makes subjects like geometric optics interesting.

And then I can say words like “geometric optics” in context.”

Tyler Burge

Tyler Byrd

Adam Burnett

David Cabezuela

Brandon Bos

Chyanne Brake

Lauren Bransom

Michael Braun

Travis Brewer

Devin Brown

Dylan Bush

Dylan Campbell

Kendall Baker is the daughter of Fremon and Candy Baker. Her favorite subject has been PAP Algebra II. Math has always been her best subject and she feels very fortunate to have such a wonderful teacher to help her excel in it. Kendall is a member of National Honor Society, Tri-M Honor Society, the marching band, jazz band and the wind ensemble. She received a one in competition for Solo Sax and was named to the Honor Ensemble. Kendall has been awarded many scholarships including the Baylor University President’s Gold Scholarship, the SMU and TCU Founders Scholarships, OU Distinguished Scholar and Oklahoma All State University Achievement Scholarship. She plans to attend Texas A&M to major in business.

Karley has chosen to honor Mrs. Mary McLellan. She states, “I’ve had her for both PAP Algebra II and AP Statistics and she is not only a great teacher, but a great motivator and always has a smile on her face, even though I was the third Baker kid she has taught. My oldest brother also chose her as his honored teacher a few years ago, and knowing how different we are, it is apparent she is special to all students. I am so thankful for all the great teachers I’ve had this year, but Mrs. McLellan stands out among many wonderful teachers.”

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Collin Chapin

Gabriel Bogdanoff is the son of James and Janice Bogdanoff. Physics has been his favorite subject and he states: “the things we learned were immediately applicable to how the world worked.” Gabriel is a member of the National Honor Society, the “Spirit of Aledo” flag group and played soccer. He also studied Advanced Sculpture in Art and competed at VASE and won second place at the Cowtown Art Competition, winning $1,500. Gabriel plans to study engineering at the University of Arkansas and has been awarded a scholarship from the University. Carter has chosen to honor Coach Greg Wright. Carter writes, “Coach Wright was not only my history teacher and soccer coach, but he was also the person who taught me to be a man. His history class, or, as some of my fellow students said, “Philosophy 101,” taught me that life is about leaving behind a legacy and not just a faded memory. He showed me that as long as I give my all I will have nothing to regret. It is not the outcome, but the journey that creates who I am.”

Pate Davis is the son of Alisa and Jeff Davis. His favorite subject has been Physics because it was challenging and interesting at the same time. Pate has been involved in the National Honor Society and was the offensive captain and quarterback of the Bearcat Varsity Football team. He has been named to the Aledo High Who’s Who seven times, was named to the First Team Academic All-State for football and was the Wing Stop Player of the Month. Pate will attend the United States Air Force Academy this fall. Pate selected Mary McLellan to be his honored teacher. He says, “Mrs. McLellan is one of the most dedicated teachers I’ve ever seen. She takes personal responsibility for the progress of her students, and her passion for teaching can be seen daily in her lectures. She is constantly searching for better angles to look at lessons to help her students fully understand concepts. This quality touched me by holding me accountable in my studies. If she was putting in 100 percent every day, then I had to also.”

Madison Cheatham

Nickolas Checkeye

Austin Choate

Charles Clark

Ridge Cook

Shane Cotter

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Annie May Denny is the daughter of Mike and Betsy Denny. Her favorite subject has been Biology because it taught her how perfectly the body works together. This subject has interested her and inspired her to go into the medical field. Annie is a member of the National Honor Society, Tri-M Honor Society, the Robotics Club and the band. She has received an academic scholarship from Oklahoma Baptist University where she will study Nursing. Annie is also a recipient of the Aledo Band Boosters Scholarship. Annie has chosen to honor Mrs. Kristi Phillips. She says, “Although Mrs. Phillips has only been my teacher this year, she has been a member of my home church for many years. She has not only influenced me in the classroom to be environmentally friendly, but also at church to live a life pleasing to our Heavenly Father.

Mrs. Phillips and I attended a mission trip to Peru last summer. During our trip, Mrs. Phillips took care of my health and gave me an amazing example of how a godly woman serves the Lord. Thank you, Mrs. Phillips for not only being my teacher, but also for being an encouragement to live a more holy life.”

Conner Davis

Alexis Denham

Pate Davis

Annie May Denny

Brittany Cranford

Joshua Crockett

Jaydin Cupp

Nathan Dalton

John Davidson

Shelby Davidson

Ty Davis

Joseph Dillon

Daniel Duncan is the son of Paul and Beth Duncan. His favorite subject is English.

He writes, “Despite my intense dislike of grammar lessons, English class has always remained enjoyable. As an avid reader, the discussions over assigned novels were the best part.” Daniel has been a member of the Tri-M Honor Society, National Honor Society, the Academic UIL Literary Criticism Team, Latin Club and the band. He was a state qualifier in Band Ensemble twice, a state qualifier in Literary Criticism and is an Eagle Scout. Daniel has been awarded the University of Arkansas Bi-State Resident Scholarship and he will study Biomedical Engineering there in the fall.

Daniel’s honored teacher is Mrs. Myrna Sam. He says, “Acting as both a teacher and a coach for my high school years, Mrs. Sam has had quite the impact on my educational career. Throughout my years on the literary criticism team she has always found new ways to challenge us. In the same way, Mrs. Sam goes above and beyond to push her students. I have put more work into AP English 3 than any other class, and for that reason I have taken the worst away from it. But most importantly, Mrs. Sam has taught me that the best way to enjoy yourself is to laugh at yourself.”

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Luke Dube

John Duke

Daniel Duncan

Paul Dunlap

Austin Eads

Alexander Ecklund

Deni Edington

Amelia Ellis

Abbey Escamilla

Rebecca Esopenko

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Alex Ecklund is the son of John and Kathy Ecklund. He has chosen Physics as his favorite subject in high school because he can see how it is applicable in everyday situations. Alex is a member of National Honor Society, the varsity Bearcat football team and throws discus in track. He has been named to Aledo High School Who’s Who three times and has been named 2nd team All-District Football and Elite Academic All-State Football. Alex has received the Aledo Athletic Booster Club Scholarship and will attend Texas A&M to study Mechanical Engineering. Alex has chosen Mrs. Tricia Hackfeld as his honored teacher. He writes, “Mrs. Hackfeld is the type of teacher every student wishes they could have. She has helped prepare me for college in multiple ways. Not only has she gone through every aspect of the curriculum with great detail and patience, but she has also helped me understand what to expect next year in a whole new environment. Mrs. Hackfeld has also been very supportive and easy to work with when sports interfered with class time. It is these reasons that I will always remember the great year I had in Mrs. Hackfeld’ s classroom.”

Chance Frerichs

Brittany Gardner

Caleb Frysinger

Stephen Gariepy

Eric Estill

Thomas Fischer

Erin Flinchbaugh

Aarin Ford

Casey Fowler

Bronte Frank

Kayleigh Gabbert

Lily Garton

Amelia Ellis is the daughter of Robert and Christin Ellis. She has enjoyed English class most of all because it challenges her to think in a way that does not come naturally to her. She adds, “Of course, classes with Mrs. Sam and Mr. Carpenter are always fun and interesting.” Amelia is a member of National Honor Society, Latin Club and is on the Swim Team. She was named Academic All-State and TISCA AllState for Swim, is the Aledo High School Who’s Who in AP Physics and is an AP Scholar. Amelia has received the AREA Scholarship and will attend the University of Texas at San Antonio and will eventually go to the University of Texas in Austin.

She wants to major in Natural Science. Natasha’s honored teacher is Mrs. Jessica McCane. She says, “Throughout my high school career I have been lucky to have so many excellent teachers, but Mrs. McCane and the two years I spent in her classroom stands out. She successfully transformed physics from something ambiguous and intimidating to enjoyably challenging. She saw potential in me which gave me confidence in my work. However, outside of the classroom she taught me to pick my battles, put thing into perspective, and never, ever take anyone’s crap. Thanks Mrs. McCane for going above and beyond and taking the time to listen.”

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Eric Estill is the son of Joe and Kiki Estill. He has enjoyed AP Statistics the most.

He states, “I learned how to apply math to real world situations and Mrs. McLellan made the class really fun.” Eric is a member of the Bearcat Football Team, National Honor Society, Boy Scouts and the Latin Club. He was named Academic All-State Elite Team Football, Texas Scholar Award Honorable Mention; three-time Aledo High School Who’s Who and is an AP Scholar. Eric will attend Rice University in the fall to study Economics or Engineering. Eric has chosen to honor Mr. Matthew Carpenter.

He writes, “Before my final year of high school English, reading always felt like a chore. In Mr. Carpenter’s class, however, late nights reading everything from Crime and Punishment to Shakespeare were worth the effort. The class discussions he led made reading enjoyable and learning to love reading has been by far the greatest impact a teacher has had on me. He also spent extra time with me to work on college essays and e-mails which helped get me into a great school.”

Lily Garton is the daughter of Lyle and Lisa Garton. Her favorite subject is English because she loves to write and read. Lily is a member of National Honor Society and the Academic UIL Literary Criticism team. She is always on the staff of the Cat’s Eye Newspaper. Lily is a National Merit and an AP Honor Scholar. She has received scholarships from Texas A&M, Baylor University, Lockheed Martin and the University of Arkansas. She will attend the University of Arkansas and will major in English. Lily has chosen to honor Mrs. Myrna Sam. She says, “Mrs. Sam is my honored teacher because she aided me the most in impr0ving my writing style in junior English and because she was a wonderful UIL coach. I am very thankful that I was blessed to have her as a teacher before her retirement this year.”

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Ryan Golden

Megan Gomba

Alyssa Gossett

Travis Gough

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Megan Gomba is the daughter of Don and Debbie Gomba. Her favorite subject has been Biology because she found biological concepts very easy to understand and have always been interested in the intricate process of sustaining life. Megan is a member of the Aledo Marching, Concert and Jazz Bands, the Robotics Club, Tri-M Honor Society and the National Honor Society. She plans to attend the University of Michigan to study Biomedical or Chemical Engineering. Megan has been awarded the Aledo Band Boosters Scholarship. Megan has chosen to honor Mr. Matt Carpenter. She writes, “Throughout my academic career, English has been one of my least favorite subjects until I took English Literature with Mr. Carpenter. I found myself actually looking forward to discussing the many novels we read and occasionally picking up a life lesson or two. From telling one of his many interesting stories to having class discussions on the floor, Mr. Carpenter always kept class engaging.

He truly cares about each and every one of his students and it has been a privilege to have him as a teacher.”

Sheridan Hankerson

Mackenzie Headlee

James Hannum

Nicholas Heady

Travis Green

John Greenwood

Kyle Gromann

Michael Haertling

Wesston Hagan

Baileigh Hale

Jacob Haynes

Brandon Hebert

Kyle Gromann is the son of Lee and Lynn Gromann. He has enjoyed many classes, but AP Statistics has been his favorite because of challenging objectives and great teaching. He believes the he has learned more in AP Statistics than in any other class. Kyle is in the National Honor Society, and is a member of the Bearcat Varsity Baseball and Varsity Basketball teams. His many honors include being named AllDistrict Honorable Mention and 2nd Team All-District in basketball and Academic All-State in baseball. Kyle has received academic scholarships from TCU, Texas Tech and Texas State which he will attend in the fall. He plans to major in Finance/ Business and then continue to law school. Kyle has chosen Mrs. Mary McLellan as his honored teacher. He writes, “Mrs. McLellan always shows ambition in teaching her students. Her main goal is helping every student succeed, which is a great quality in a teacher. Mrs. McLellan is the perfect combination of an enforcer, but still knows how to incorporate fun in her classes. She is always available to help students with work, problems or just if you need somebody to talk to. Mrs. McLellan displays teaching excellence, and these are the reason I chose to honor my AP Statistics teacher, Mrs. McLellan.”

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Michael Haertling is the son of Barbara and Richard Haertling. His favorite subject is Computer Science. He writes, “When I first took the class sophomore year, I took great interest in the subject. Now, having taken three years of the class including AP, I plan to continue my education in Computer Science in college.” Michael is a member of National Honor Society, Future Business Leaders of America and the Student Council.

He has competed on the Academic UIL Computer Team, winning district. Michael is also an Eagle Scout. He has been awarded the Academic Distinction Scholarship at the University of Dallas where he will major in Computer Science. Michael has chosen to honor Mrs. Julie Reynolds. He says, “Mrs. Reynolds has been my teacher for three years now and has taught me the basics of computer science. This she fostered into what I will soon call my major and later my career. After school, her guidance of the computer science UIL team has helped pique my interest in the subject. Mrs. Reynolds’ influence has helped me form a solid plan for my future.”

Jared Hinsley

Brooke Hoffman

Cody Howard

David Helms

Matthew Henschel

Kelsey Hickman

Shelby Hicks

Emery Hiebert

Aaron Hinsley Caroline Huff is the daughter of Susan and Lloyd Huff. She has enjoyed English class the most because she feels it has the strongest teachers and they all did an amazing job of preparing her for college.

Caroline is a member of the National Honor Society and has been named an AP Scholar. She has received the Jayhawk Generations Scholarship from the University of Kansas where she plans to study Spanish this fall. Caroline’s honored teacher is Mrs. Sam. She writes, “Mrs. Sam, your class prepared me more for college than I ever hoped for.

Thanks for letting me crash in your room this year!”

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Sean Jameson

Gunner Johnson

Miranda Janucik

Cole Jones

Colby Lewis is the son of Ron and Becky Lewis. His favorite subject has been AP Statistics. He says, “Mrs. McLellan introduced a fun and intriguing atmosphere while teaching interesting material.” Colby is a member of National Honor Society where he serves as the committee head of School Services. He is also a member of the Bearcat varsity football team. His awards include being named 1st Team Academic All-District and 1st Team Academic All-State for football. Colby plans to attend the University of Texas at Austin and will major in Finance. Colby chose Coach Lee Bishop to honor. He writes, “Coach Bishop taught me hard work, dedication and leadership abilities throughout my four years of high school. I have spent an extensive amount of time with Coach Bishop and have grown very close to him. He is the most dedicated teacher, coach and person that I have ever known. I will sincerely miss Coach Bishop.”

Maggie McGlothlin is the daughter of Jeff and Paige McGlothlin. Her favorite subject is Physics. She wrote, “I conceptually understand most of the material in Physics. I am rather scientifically inclined and I enjoy that there is always an exact method and answer for physics problems.” Maggie is a member of the Ladycat Varsity Soccer team, the Bearcat Regiment and National Honor Society. She is a National Merit Commended Scholar and has been named Academic All-State and 1st Team All-District.Maggie has received the President’s Gold Scholarship and will attend Baylor University to major in Biology. She chose Mr. Matt Carpenter as her most honored teacher. She says, “I’m not choosing Mr. Carpenter out of love for his class. There was too much work and the tests were too hard. However, his milieu of intellectuality and experience make AP English interesting. Rather than recite notes as students copy them off the smart board, Mr. Carpenter teaches by leading students in an insightful open discussion. He allows us to bounce ideas off one another, which in turn leads to better understanding of a piece of literature. He recognizes us as adults and treats us as such. Because of his class, I feel genuinely prepared for any literature course that college might throw at me.”

Jacob Jones

Chase Jowell

Jamie Kayser

Justin Kayser

Leo Keating

Connor Kennemer

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Lexi McStay is the daughter of Patty Parsons and Mike McStay. Her favorite subject has been Biology, because she thinks Mrs. Phillips is an amazing teacher and the study of life has always fascinated her. Lexi has been involved with the National Honor Society and the Powerhouse Photography Club. She has been named as Aledo High School Who’s Who every year and has received a perfect score at the Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE) for three years. Lexi has been selected as a TIP Scholar the University of Texas at Austin and they have also awarded her the Top 10% Scholarship.

She will attend UT in the fall to study Biology to eventually become an Oncologist. Lexi has chosen Mrs. Sandy Sawyer as her honored teacher. She writes, “Mrs. Sawyer has been my teacher all four years of high school and has lifted me up in so many ways.

She is there for me everyday and always makes me smile. She has not only taught me how to be a better photographer but how to be a better person. Leaving her this year will be difficult, but I will be leaving with many great memories.”

Scott Ladouceur

Rachael Larson

Christopher Lail

Marisa Laurel

Chania Kirby

Tristan Kisor

Summer Knight

Zachary Kocurek

Kelsey Kszyminski

Kristyn Kupper

Byron Larson

John Leone

Kathleen Nguyen is the daughter of Mrs. Christine Hogan and Mr. Hung Nguyen. Her favorite subject has been English. She writes, “English takes the cake. Shakespeare plays seemed more interesting when Mr. Carpenter would occasionally act out the scenes in his usual nonchalant manner and nothing more needs to be said about Mrs. Sam’s famous one-liners. It’s simply the consolidation of the teachers’ personalities that brings English from a state of prosaicness to the sublime.” Kathleen is a member of the National Honor Society, Tri-M Music Honor Society, and the Bearcat band and is a reporter for the Cats’ Eye newspaper. She has been name an AP Scholar, has been recognized for outstanding service in Tri-M. Kathleen was awarded the Baylor University President’s Gold Scholarship and will attend the University of Texas at Austin. She plans to major in Business. Kathleen has chosen to honor Mr. Jake Albin. She writes, “Oh, Mr. Albin… after having you as a band director for four years, I have discovered that you don’t have to take things so seriously twenty-four seven. In the case of an opportunity to go fishing in the open sea forever, he would take it in a heartbeat. But, for now, his passion for music keeps him on dry land. I am happy about that because his daily anecdotes never cease to be cheesy.”

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Kaitlyn Lightfoot

Rachel Lillard

Kayla Lindsay

Dacotah Linn

Lori Livingston

Dakota Lokey

Brian Lovelace

Clayton Lowe

Patrick Lower

Robert Lukeman

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Project Celebration 2013 We would like to thank our Sponsors, Supporters, & Volunteers • • • • •

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Ace Hardware Alisa Davis Benbrook Donuts Borden Milk Brookshire’s

Bus. Dev. Group of Aledo Busy Berri Yogurt Chicken Express / Willow Park Christopher Moore Salon Cowtown Wake Park Dan Peterson &AHS office staff

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First Baptist Church Aledo Forte Get-Bit Fishing Guide Service Gloria Barron Hall’s Aledo Medicine Store JK Donuts Jerry Durant Auto Group

Jim & Brenda Cheatham Joe Crain Orthodontist

Johnny & Sherri Campbell Ledford Services

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Men’s Wearhouse Michael & Krista Pender Milestone Portraits Moritz Auto Dealerships Mr. Jim’s Pizza / Willow Park

Norman & Patti Gough Project Celebration 2011

Railhead Smokehouse BBQ Ranch House Donuts R & K Café State Farm – Ryan Myers

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Stracon Services Group

Sundance Square Supercuts Benbrook / Beth Driskill Taco Casa The Snowball Place Tan Club / Willow Park

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A special THANK YOU to all of the parents, students, families, and friends who donated their valuable time over the last 4 years to raise money and organize the following events so that the 2013 Aledo High School Seniors would have a memorable celebration:

Promenade Main Event After Prom Party Senior Breakfast

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ALEDO HIGH SCHOOL’S ◗ Valedictorian Heather

Nickelson and Salutatorian Madison Bennett were recognized at the AHS Senior Awards.

Heather Nickelson is the daughter of Brian and Candice Nickelson. Her favorite subject has been Statistics. She writes, “Learning how to analyze real life situations really sparked my interest and helped me to narrow my choices of majors.”

Heather has been awarded the Wells Fargo and the Baylor Presidential Gold Scholarships. She will attend Baylor University in the fall to study Business.

Madison is the daughter of Cindy and Vern Bennett.

English and Physics have been her favorite subjects in High School because she loves to read and figure out how things work. She feels lucky to have teachers who are passionate

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Aledo High School Principal Dan Peterson with Salutatorian Madison Bennett, Valedictorian Heather Nickelson and assistant principals Doug Funk and Carolyn Ansley at the AHS Senior Awards.

about their subjects and have made them enjoyable and interesting.

Madison is a National Merit Finalist and has been named as Academic All State – Elite Team. She plans to attend Texas A&M University which has awarded her the Norman and Renee

Zelman Endowment, the President’s Endowment and National Merit Recognition. Madison wants to study architecture. She says, “Someday I would love to work designing movie sets or hospitals and schools overseas, or both!”

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OUTSTANDING GRADUATES Aledo High School Who’s Who for AP Physics and Art 1.

Heather Nickelson has been involved with the National Honor Society, International Club, the soccer team, filming and the National Society of High School Scholars.

She has been named an AP Scholar and is the

Heather has chosen to honor Mrs. Jessica McCane. She says, “Mrs. McCane has always been there for me. Not only did she tutor me in Pre-AP Physics, but also texted me while I was on vacation in Hawaii to encourage me to take AP Physics. Throughout this year in her class I’ve learned so much and when I did not understand, she took time to answer my multitude of questions. And lastly, no matter what anyone else says, The Old Crow Medicine Version of Wagon Wheel will always be the best.”

CONGRATULATIONS to the Valedictorian and Salutatorian of 2013!

Madison Bennett is a member of the National Honor Society where she serves as the Historian.

She is also a member of the Cross Country team and was the flute section leader in the band last year.

Madison has chosen to honor Mrs. Sharon Pate.

She says, “Mrs. Pate made fourth grade one

of the best, most memorable years ever. Every subject and activity was exciting with her wild storytelling and personal interest in every student.

I can still hear the voice she used for Fudge as she read us Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing and see her crouching and running around the classroom as she reenacted the Battle of San Jacinto. She showed me what it meant to truly work hard for and be proud of my accomplishments. I want to thank Mrs. Pate for teaching me how to crochet, for putting “a lot” on my spelling test so I will never forget it’s two words and for always supporting me, even though I’m an Aggie. Your excitement for teaching has had a lasting impact and I’ll never forget all the fun I had in your class. I love you, Mrs. Pate!”

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Aledo High School Class of 2013

Channing Nuttall is the daughter of Lisa and Harold Nuttall. Her favorite subject is Physics because it combines science and math, which are her two favorite subjects.

Channing has been a member of the National Honor Society and the Powerhouse Photography club. She received a perfect score at this year’s State Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE) for her entry. Channing has received the University of North Texas Excellence Scholarship and will study Fashion Merchandising there this fall.

She chose Mrs. Mary McLellan to honor. Channing writes, “Mrs. McLellan has always worked very hard to help me understand and master the lessons and worked hard to make class fun and interesting.”

Kalyn Montgomery

Meagan Moore

Jeremy Montoya

Christina Munafo

Alexandria McStay

Breanna Miers

Hannah Miller

Kelly Minter

Ariana Mohr

Gage Molitor

Keegan Moore

Shelby Nash

Trevor Rice is the son of Tracy and Diana Rice. His favorite subject is Physics because almost all problems and solutions are applicable to everyday situations.

Trevor has been involved in National Honor Society, and is a member of the golf and basketball teams. He has been named 1st Team All-District and 1st Team Academic All-State. Trevor will attend the University of Texas at Austin and will study Biology.

Trevor chose Mrs. Mary McLellan as his honored teacher. He says, “Mrs. McLellan’s genuine care for her students is apparent throughout the hours of everyday. Mrs. McLellan is marked by her perseverance to help her students learn, whether it’s staying after school to teach or going home and doing countless homework problems to be able to give us only the best and most important problems. But her care does not stop at the school level. She goes beyond and wants you to be the best person you can be. I was truly fortunate to be one of Mrs. McLellan’s cherished students.”

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Baker Roberson is the son of Kevin and Alice Roberson. His favorite subject in high school has been Social Studies. He wrote, “Out of that, U.S. History was the best class. I find that our nation’s past controls our future, therefore, that is my favorite subject.” Baker is a member of National Honor Society and the Bearcat football and baseball teams. He has been named the Aledo High School Who’s Who for World Geography and Baseball. Baker has also been named 1st Team Academic All-State in both football and baseball. Baker plans to attend Texas Tech University and earn a degree in Nursing to possibly become a CRN Anesthetist. Baker has chosen to honor Mrs. Mary McLellan. He writes, “Mrs. McLellan is the only teacher who has taught me twice throughout my high school career. I chose her because she has made the biggest impact on me. In class she has found ways to help me understand problems like no other teacher has. Mrs. McLellan also has affected my life for being someone that I can go to everyday with a problem and she always finds a way to help. Mrs. McLellan has influenced me in so many positive ways and I thank her very much for all that she has done and for putting up with me.”

Eldin Nikocevic

Channing Nuttall

Bradley Norman

James O`Connor

Steven Noskin

Chandler Odell

Christopher Nelson

Alexander Neystel

Kathleen Nguyen

Chandon Nichols

Heather Nickelson

Nicholas Nigro

Mitchell Robinson is the son of Dennis and Jeanine Robinson. His favorite subject has been Pre-AP and AP Physics because the labs were interesting and entertaining.

Mitchell is in the Bearcat Regiment, Tri-M Music Honor Society and the National Honor Society. He also is on the Bearcat Soccer Team and the International Futbol Club Soccer team as well.

Mitchell attends the Western Hills United Methodist Church where he is in the Chancel Choir, Youth Group and the Hand Bell Choir.

In his spare time, he is a tutor for Academic Solutions.

Mitchell’s awards and accomplishments include being an All Region Band member for four years, All Area contestant and is recognized for a perfect ACT score. He also is a National Merit Commended and AP Scholar. Mitchell has been named Academic AllState Soccer and is a candidate for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. He has been awarded the President’s Endowed Scholarship and the Opportunity Award Scholarship from Texas A&M and has also received the Lockheed

Martin Academic Scholarship.

Mitchell plans to attend Texas A&M to study Biomedical Engineering. Mitchell’s honored teacher is Mrs. Myrna Sam. He writes, “From the sometimes nearly impossible multiple choice packets to the new evils of timed writings, Mrs. Sam teaches that not doing well was okay every

once and a while. For me the perseverance required to fight through the intense coursework instilled a greater emphasis on the information I learned rather than the grades I received. Thank you for allowing me to have this experience, and thank you very much for deciphering the mess I call my handwriting.”

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Caden Odom

Matthew Ogden

Hunter Owens

Kimberly Owens

Caelan Padilla

Greyson Paris

Rachel Parnell

Desire Parrish

Catherine Pearce

Ryan Pennington

Gabriella Perez

Brent Perry

Victoria Phipps

Jason Pierce

Somjit Pimson

Kendall Plemons

Mckenzie Polak

Mallory Powell

Congratulations Class of 2013!

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Aledo High School Class of 2013

Kira Schlosberg is the daughter of Aaron and Kellie Schlosberg. Her favorite subject has been all of them; however, having to pick one she chose Spanish. Kira wrote, “Learning a foreign language has taught me how to appreciate other cultures and I plan to continue studying Spanish in college as well as learn another foreign language.” Kira has been a member of the National Honor Society, Cross Country team, Track Team and Swim Team. She has received many athletic awards including 2nd Team All-State Breaststroke in 2010 and then 1st Team in 2011, 2012 and 2013. Kira was named 2nd Team All-State 200 meter Individual Medley in 2012 and 1st Team this year. She is also been the Female District Athlete of the Swim Meet in 2010 through 2013 and the Regional Athlete of the Swim Meet in 2012 and 2013. Kira has received a full scholarship to the U.S. Air Force Academy where she may study mechanical engineering, biochemistry for medical research or maybe become a pilot. Kira has chosen to honor Coach Stan Reid. She says, “Coach Reid has whole-heartedly supported me throughout my four years at Aledo. Although during my junior and senior years my main focus was on swimming, he understood the challenge of an athlete trying to excel in two different sports at the same time. Coach Reid has been as excited for my college choice as I have and I know he will continue to encourage and support me throughout my college journey.”

Trevor Rice

Collin Riney

Megan Rieger

Baker Roberson

Alex Prollock

Lizabeth Puckett

Robert Raines

Austen Rains

Sara Reding

Michael Reid

Alex Riner

Maddison Roberts

Sara Smith is the daughter of Allen and Whitney Smith. Her favorite subject has been math because she enjoys solving the problems and getting a definite answer. Sara is a member of the National Honor Society and the Ladycat Volleyball team. Her awards include being named the Aledo High School Who’s Who in AP Chemistry, Office Aide and Pre-AP Biology. In Volleyball, she was named Most Valuable Blocker of the Year 7-4A, Academic All-District, Academic All-State 2nd Team THSCA, Academic AllState TGCA, 1st Team All-Parker County, All-Tournament Volley Palooza not to mention making it to the State competition! Sara plans to attend Harding University to major in Chemistry and become a Pharmacist. She has been awarded the Harding University Presidential Academic Scholarship and an athletic scholarship. Sara has chosen to honor Mrs. Mary McLellan. She writes, “I was fortunate to have Mrs. McLellan two years in a row. She made both Pre-AP Algebra II and AP Statistics enjoyable.

She intrigued me with her teaching style and would incorporate fun activities into the lesson plans.

Mrs. McLellan challenged me during her classes, while also wanting me to be successful. She goes the extra mile to always make sure we fully understand the lessons. Mrs. McLellan seems to constantly be researching information to further our learning. She would also make videos of her solving problems for the students that were absent or needed to hear the notes again. I am blessed to have had Mrs. McLellan as my math teacher and will put the skills she has taught me to good use in college.”

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Christopher Snyder is the son of Liz and Dan Snyder. His favorite subject was Music Tech because it is all about creating and understanding music which is a big part of the career he wants to have. Christopher was a member of the Bearcat Soccer team and the National Honor Society. He also assisted the theater and the marching band programs. Christopher has received many soccer awards including Defensive Newcomer of the year for District, Academic All-District and Academic All-State. Christopher will attend the Middle Tennessee State University to study Audio Production to become an Audio Engineer. He has received the Presidential Scholarship from Middle Tennessee University and a Presidential Scholarship from Belmont University. Christopher is honoring Mr. Matt Carpenter. He says, “English has always been one of my weaker subjects, but Mr. Carpenter opened a whole new world for me this year. In his class, I learned to analyze situations in Literature and real life in ways that I never had before. Education used to be something I had to do, but after taking his class, it has become something I wish to pursue.”

Riley Sadler

Samuel Saulter

Joeray Saenz

Talin Scharbach

Jade Robinson

Mitchell Robinson

Luke Rogers

Jacqueline Routly

Jennifer Routly

Anna Ryals

Austin Sarver

Kira Schlosberg

Mary Taylor Tillman is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Gregg Tillman. Her favorite subject has been Physics with Mrs. McCane. She writes, “She is an amazing teacher who makes Physics fun and interesting. I’m so glad I got to have her as my teacher for two years.” Mary has been involved with the Bearcat Regiment, National Honor Society and Bluebonnet Girls State. She has also been a member of the Cross Country team for the last two years and has volunteered to assist with Jumpin’ Jamboree for the last three years. Mary has been named to Aledo High School Who’s Who for History (twice), AP Government and AP Statistics. This year she made All-State Academic Elite Team Cross Country and was designated as Girls’ State Outstanding Citizen. Mary will attend Baylor University to study Chemistry with a concentration in pre-med. She has received the Baylor Presidential Scholarship, Hamson and Emily Kirk Scholarship, Tuition Exchange Scholarship and the TCU Honors College Scholarship. Mary has selected Mrs. Candi Proctor as her honored teacher. She says, “Mrs. Proctor is the first teacher to get me interested in history. Her passion about teaching made her class my favorite time of the day. I will never forget her famous sayings, like “Don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater,” and “Land is power!” I was blessed to have her as my teacher. Not only did she teach me history, she was also a role model of sophistication and class. She is the epitome of a true lady.”

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Rachel Tosh is the daughter of Steven and Julie Tosh. Her favorite subject has been Statistics because she loves math and feels that Mrs. McLellan has a gift for making learning interesting. Rachel is in the National Honor Society and is the captain of the Cross Country team. She was named Academic All-State and was a regional qualifier for Cross Country. Rachel attends the South Main Church of Christ and is a member of the Youth Group. She will attend Oklahoma State University and will study Accounting. Rachel has been awarded the Oklahoma State University Academic and the OSU Alumni Association Scholarships. Rachel has chosen to honor Coach Stanley Reid. She writes, “He always puts a smile on my face. Cross Country is definitely not fun, but somehow Coach Reid always found a way to make me laugh. If he were not my coach, I would have probably not stuck with Cross country throughout high school. From singing to me to wearing a pink wig on the way to our regional meet, I’m going to miss seeing Coach Reid next year.”

Benjamin Simmons

Alexander Skipper

Meagan Sissom

Jessica Slemmons

Sarah Schutza

Bailey Scott

Wyatt Sears

Briley Sexton

Briana Sharratt

Taylor Shurtz

Colby Skiles

John Slupsky

Natalie Uhl is the daughter of Dave and Diane Uhl. Her favorite subject has been Biology because she found it interesting to learn so much new information about people, animals and the environment and she had fun in the class. Natalie is a member of National Honor Society, the Robotics Club, the Bearcat band and the TriM Music Honor Society. She will attend Texas A&M University to study Biomedical Engineering. Natalie has been awarded the Baylor Presidential Gold’s Scholarship and the Aledo Band Boosters Scholarship. Natalie has chosen to honor Mrs. Mary McLellan. She writes, “Mrs. McLellan exemplifies the ultimate caring teacher with her ability to help her students understand statistics. She fully prepares students for the future with her interactive review games. One of my class’s favorite games was the statistical version of Family Feud. Her educational skills influenced my enjoyment of going to class every day. She was also open to answering all questions to clarify the lessons on the newer subjects. Mrs. McLellan has enhanced my learning ability and knowledge and helped me grow into the student I am today.”

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Ashley Smith

Daniel Smith

Sara Smith

Thomas Smith

Apryle Snowden

Christopher Snyder

Madeleine Solano-Garretson

Bryson Stafford

Abigail Steer

Brieanna Steinway

John Stella

Carson Stevens

Tori Stewart

Cody Strain

Zachary Strength

Jacob Tadlock

Chelsea Tanner

Matthew Tedder

Congratulations to the Senior Class of 2013!

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Leah Vann is the daughter of Marty Stenzler and Elizabeth Vann-Stenzler. World History and AP U.S. History has been her favorite subjects because, as she writes, “my teachers were really funny and I’ve always enjoyed learning about History.” Leah has been involved in the National Honor Society, the International Club, volleyball, track, cross country and is a member of the B’nai B’rith Youth Organization. She has been named Academic All-State Cross Country, an AP Scholar, University of Texas TIP Scholar, UT Freshman Research Initiative, National Society of High School Scholars and Aledo High School Who’s Who in Pre-AP World History. Leah will attend the University of Texas to study Biochemistry and wants to be a doctor. She has received the Angela Stanford Foundation Scholarship and the BBYO full scholarship to Israel. Leah is honoring Coach Greg Wright. She says, “Coach Wright was a very entertaining teacher. I’ll never forget his story about hunting quail and how it related to Hannibal’s army. Even though I only had him for half of a year, he continued to visit me in the hospital to lift my spirits. He continued to encourage me through my junior and senior years on the track team. He taught me to be determined and motivated in everything I do.”

Tara Tiller

Rachel Tosh

Mary Taylor Tillman

Isabelle Tucker

Trey Templeton

Lauren Tennison

Evan Thomas

Mallory Thomasson

Aisling Thornton

Ashlynn Thornton

Terry Tomlin

Caleb Turner

Alicia Ward is the daughter of Cindy and Paul Ward. She says, “English has always been my favorite subject and I have been vastly lucky to get two incredible teachers at the end of high school to keep the flame a-burning, so thanks to Sensei and the Carpenter.” Alicia has been involved in the National Honor Society, the Latin Club and competed with the Academic UIL team where she won many medals. She was also named the Aledo High School Who’s Who in Art I and in AP Literature. Alicia will attend Midwestern State University to study English and wants to become an English teacher. She has received the Midwestern State University Merit Scholarship, Red Wing Honor Scholarship, MSU Gold Scholarship, Top 10% Scholarship and the Sid Richardson Foundation Memorial Scholarship. Alicia has selected Mr. Matt Carpenter to honor. She writes, “Mr. Carpenter is not just an English teacher. No, he is much more than that. As I move into the next part of my life, I will take with the many things I learned in Mr. Carpenter’s classroom – everything from a new understanding and love of Hemingway to an interest in film. If I had to him up in a word, it would have to be this: indispensable.”

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Aledo High School Class of 2013

Madison Wiesner is the daughter of Dan and Wendee Wiesner. Her favorite subject has been history because she loves learning about the past and how it affects the present and future. Madi has been in the Future Farmers of America (FFA) for four years and has been a Chapter Officer for three. She was a State qualifier for the Dairy Cattle Judging event. Madi will attend Midwestern State University and wants to become a teacher. She has been awarded the Aledo Ag Backers and the First Financial Bank, Aledo Branch Scholarships. Madi has chosen Mr. Jack DeShazo as her honored teacher. She writes, “Without Mr. DeShazo I never would have joined FFA. Being an FFA member has been the best part of my four years in high school.

FFA has taught me so much that I will take with me after graduation. I can now go to an interview with confidence. I would like to thank Mr. D for all the time he has put in that made everything possible.”

Jason Venable

Tonya Vrbas

Payne Viken

Matthew Walker

Preston Tyson

Natalie Uhl

Martin Valadez

Jacob Valdez

Leah Vann

Elizabeth Vanover

Victoria Vo

Alicia Ward

Taylor Wood is the daughter of Cal and Tammy Wood. Her favorite class was Elementary Aid at Coder Elementary where she assisted in the Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities children. She feels that she helped to make a difference in their lives. Taylor has been a member of National Honor Society, Student Council, Future Business Leaders of America, International Club and the Spanish Club. She has also been involved in equestrian eventing for eleven years. She is the Gold Medalist at the North American Junior Young Rider Championships for eventing and the 2010, 2011 and 2012 Prelim High Point Rider of the Year. Taylor has been awarded the University of Arkansas Alumni Board of Directors and the New Arkansan Non-Resident Tuition Award Scholarships. She will attend the University of Arkansas and double major in Economics and Finance. Taylor has selected Mrs. Mary McLellan to honor. She says, “Mrs. McLellan has inspired me to reach my intellectual capabilities by continuously challenging me to push myself beyond my comfort zone. She laid the foundation my sophomore year while she was my Pre-AP Algebra teacher. Her teaching style was always positive and encouraging and provided an environment conducive to learning. Her lessons instilled confidence in each of her students; especially me. Before my junior year, Mrs. McLellan spoke with me about the possibility of concurrently taking Pre-AP Calculus and AP Statistics. Her confidence inspired me to accept the challenging schedule my junior year. She was right about my ability to rise to the occasion and be successful. I loved AP Statistics and it has played a role in deciding my college major. She is one of the most dedicated teachers I’ve encountered during my tenure at Aledo ISD. Mrs. McLellan, I would like to personally thank you for believing in me and for investing in your students the way you do. Your passion and dedication has definitely made a difference in my life.”

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Allison Wortman is the daughter of James and Mavette Wortman. She has been involved in volleyball, softball, choir, theatre, photography and the National Honor Society. Allison is also in the National Society of High School Scholars. She will attend the Santa Fe University of art and Design and study film. Allison has been awarded the Achievement Award, University Bridge Award and the Early Action Award. Allison has chosen Mrs. Jamie Rinehart to honor. She writes, “Mrs. Rinehart is one of the sweetest people I know. She always has an encouraging word or entertaining anecdote to tell. She has listened to me when I had problems with school or life in general and cheered me on through any hardship I faced. I know that I will miss seeing her in the hallways when I walk to class. Thank you Mrs. Rinehart for being an amazing teacher.�

Madison Wiesner

Naqirra Williams

Michael Willis

William Ward

Kevin Watson

David Weaver

Aubrey Weiss

Caleb Welch

Stephen Whisnand

Joseph Wilson

Kyle Wilson

Whitney Winsett

We appreciate the assistance of Kathy Chruscielski, who took all the photos at the Honors Banquet for the Top 10 percent profiles in this issue, and the assistance of Vivian Giles, who provided the script for the banquet from which the profiles were written. Congratulations to the Class of 2013!

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The Learning Center graduates 24 at Thursday ceremony Riley Wood

Shea Wood

Taylor Wood

Allison Wortman

Matthew Wynne

Justin Young

SPECIAL TO THE COMMUNITY NEWS

The Aledo Learning Center presented 24 students at its graduation exercises at the Daniel Ninth Grade Campus on Thursday, May 30.

“Aledo ISD offers learning environments that match the potential for all of its students,” said ALC Principal Ron Miller. “The Learning Center provides the appropriate curriculum, schedules and classroom arrangements so our students can develop the personal responsibility and self-discipline needed to earn high-school diplomas.”

“These students have worked hard to reach this achievement and we wish them the best in the future,” Miller said.

Yuliya Zemskova

The Spring 2013 graduates of TLC are Robert Lindsay Chandler, Tyler John Domingue, Brian Patrick Doyle, Kailey Dawn Bruner Duke, Zachary Ray Flores, Patricia Ann Freeman, Jacob Dylan Haynes, Allison Paige Hudnall, Lainey Elizabeth Jackson, Tessa Dawn Justus, Erika Christine Malone, Tristan James Penrod, Abram Pineda, Darrin Dale Pringle, Stacy Ann Sieben, Josey LeRae Slaugh, Brieanna Marie Steinway, Tyler James Stewart, Mallory Dianne Thomasson, Martin Mario Valadez, Babee Nazifa Wafayee, Madalynn Brooke Webster, McKenna Anais Williams and Daulton Trey Wyche-Kabella.

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Trinity Christian Academy Class of 2013

John Reid Blackwell

Rebekah Michelle Burress

Stephen William Ellis

Faith Kendall Hale

Dustin Howard Jacobs

Adam Joel Jeffers

Rachel Michelle Jernigan

Brayden James Mooney

Seth Allen O’Bannon

Jace Deleath Reynolds

Danielle Marie Ross

William Lawrence Sizemore

Logan Chase Smart

Evan Kendale Smith

Mark Stephan Smith

Adessanina Viktorya Rebeka Stockman

William Matthew Sweeney

William Noah Wilson

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WE TIP OUR HATS TO YOU THROWING YOURS. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE GRADUATES OF 2013.

At First Financial Bank we want to offer our sincerest congratulations to the graduating class of 2013. Your achievements have shined a great light on our entire community and we couldn’t be prouder to be a part of it. We wish you all the best and remember, we’re always willing to lend a hand while you pursue your dreams. Now go celebrate, you’ve earned it.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 14 AT 6PM ON THE PLAZA IN FRONT OF THE National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame 1720 Gendy Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76107

Kickoff the summer and celebrate the Museum’s 11th year in Fort Worth’s Cultural District at this fun event!

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