Check out who’s standing out in our community. IS THERE SOMEONE YOU’D LIKE TO NOMINATE? Please email ktate@tlc4cs.org and tell us why this individual has stood out in your crowd.
Alexis North
MERIDIAN EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL, 12TH GRADE
Alexis is a well-rounded student, committing herself to academics, extra-curricular activities, and her community. She will graduate from Meridian with Magna Cum Laude honors, along with earning academic honors from Delta College. Alexis served on Student Council for four years as Freshmen Council President, and Executive Board Treasurer three years. She is also a year-round athlete. Alexis participated in cross country, earning all-academic state for 2017 and 2018, along with track and competitive cheer. Her competitive cheer team placed state runner up in 2018 and placed 4th in the state for 2019. Alexis also volunteers in her community through the National Honor Society. Alexis plans to continue her studies in the field of nursing.
Elianna Gustincic
BULLOCK CREEK HIGH SCHOOL, 12TH GRADE
Bullock Creek High School is proud to recognize Elianna for her accomplishments and involvement. She earned the Class of 2020 Valedictorian and is honored as a National Merit finalist. Elianna has been a member of the varsity band for four years and a section leader for two years. She earned a spot on the Michigan Youth Arts Festival Band twice and the Oakland University Honors Band. Elianna is a leader and has a heart for service, helping wherever she can and spending her personal time helping other students in the varsity and middle school bands. Additionally, she has served as the National Honor Society President, Secretary for Student Council, and participated in Creekers for a Cause.
Ryan Kreusch
MIDLAND HIGH SCHOOL, 12TH GRADE
Ryan excels both at school and in his community. He played on the varsity football and lacrosse teams for four years. Ryan is the Senior Class President of the Midland High Student Council, and also a member of the National Honor Society. He loves to serve others in his community and tries his best to spread joy and positivity to everyone he meets. Ryan is the leader of the youth outreach program at Blessed Sacrament Parish. He also works as a lifeguard and enjoys cooking and spending time outdoors. We wish Ryan good luck when he attends Central Michigan University in the fall as a Leadership Advancement Scholar.
Breanna Bressette
COLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL, 12TH GRADE
Breanna is active in many academic and extracurricular activities at Coleman High School. These include the Robotics Team (Captain), Student Council, National Honor Society, 4th Year Board Scholar, and Board of Education Student Representative. She has been dual-enrolled at Delta College for two years and is part of Delta’s Honors Program. In her spare time, Breanna likes to create art and hang out with her dog, Bohdi. Breanna is excited to start the next phase of her life by attending Delta College to study nursing and earn her RN degree. She then plans to continue her education to earn a BSN degree. Good luck, Breanna!
Iris Fanaioli
HH DOW HIGH SCHOOL, 12TH GRADE
Iris, an IB Diploma Candidate, helped create a movie highlighting cultures around the world for the Creativity, Activity, and Service Project. Her group captured film footage and interviews in different languages, but Iris’s vision and creativity were essential for the film’s final production. The movie was shared with the entire school to foster the idea of intercultural connections. Iris volunteered in her community with the National Art Honor Society and she also participated in DECA. She is an accomplished artist and curates her Instagram feed with her work; she has over 30,000 followers! Iris plans to attend the University of Michigan and major in art design, with a second degree in computer science or economics.
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