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Heartland Christian COLUMBIANA — Commencement activities for Heartland Christian School were held May 19 in the Heartland gymnasium. Joanna Bell, daughter of Mark and Claudia Bell, Poland, earned a 4.02 GPA to be named valedictorian of her class. She was active on the Praise Team, Student Council as president, class president, class treasurer, NHS, Theatrical Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Leo Club as president, Buddies, volleyball, basketball and track. Bell plans to attend Youngstown State University. Rachel Bush, daughter of John and Peggy Bush, Salem, earned a 3.78 GPA to be named salutatorian of her class. She was active in volleyball, Leo Club, Student Council as vice president, Buddies, Student Ministries as chairman, class vice president and NHS. Bush plans to attend Huntington University and major in occupational therapy. Alexis Herrick, daughter of Shannon and Matt Johnson, Canfield, earned a 3.71 GPA to be ranked third in her class. She was a class secretary, a member of Leo Club, Praise Team, bowling and NHS. She received the Scholastic Art and Writing Gold Key. Herrick plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in digital media.
The Heartland Christian School Class of 2017
Jewel Brunk, daughter of Denise and Jim Brunk, Berlin Center, earned a 3.66 GPA to be ranked fourth in her class. She was a member of Student Council, class treasurer, NHS, Buddies and Leo Club. Brunk plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in medical laboratory science. Jaclyn Trapp, daughter of Robert and Janet Trapp, Lisbon, earned a 3.53 GPA to be ranked fifth in her class. She participated in cheerleading, Leo Club, Theatrical Society and choir. Trapp plans to attend Elizabethtown Community College and Technical Center. Timothy Chamberlain, son of Tom and Ann Chamberlain, Wellsville, earned a 4.0 to receive homeschool honors. He was a member of Leo Club, soccer, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Buddies, track and Homeschool Advisory Committee. Chamberlain plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in mechanical engineering.
Heartland Christian Class of 2017
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Bush
Trapp
Herrick
Chamberlain
Zachary Barnes Joanna Bell Jewel Brunk J. Bennett Burgess Rachel Bush Timothy Chamberlain Bonnie Flynn Alexis Herrick Brianna Kelley Sarah Keyes Giana McGuire Taylor Perkins Emily Sirota Jaclyn Trapp Brooklyn Weaver Chaoran Zhou
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Timothy Joseph Chamberlain, son of Tom and Ann Chamberlain, played with his tassel during the Heartland Christian graduation ceremony.
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The Beaver Local High School Class of 2017
EAST LIVERPOOL — Beaver Local High School held graduation ceremonies May 26.
Meredith
Barber
McCoy
Delposen
Flati
Parker
Roberts
Wolski
Laurel Meredith, daughter of Keith and Heidi Meredith, Lisbon, earned a 4.255 GPA to receive summa cum laude. She was president of NHS, president of AP History Club, participated in varsity swimming, varsity golf , English Honors and received the six-year Summi Decem Award and the DAR Good Citizen Award. Meredith plans to attend Duquesne University and major in pharmacy. Katie Barber, daughter of Beth and Dan Barber, East Liverpool, earned a 4.24 GPA to receive summa
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M O R N I N G J O U R N A L • G R A D U A T I O N 2 0 1 7 • S A T U R D A Y, J U N E 1 7 , 2 0 1 7 • 5 cum laude. She was participated in volleyball, basketball, swimming, musicals, Leo Club as well as receiving the AP Scholar Award, Summi Decem Award for six years in a row and was named Rotary Student of the Month. Barber plans to attend the University of Akron and major in graphic design with a minor in marketing. Konnor McCoy, daughter of Ellen and Ron McCoy, earned a 4.24 GPA to receive summa cum laude. She was a member of NHS, varsity tennis, Buckeye Girls State, show choir, Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership and received the Summi Decem Award and was named Rotary Student of the Month. She plans to attend Youngstown State University’s B.A.C.C. Med program and major in biology pre-med and minor in chemistry. Kenzie Delposen, daughter of Terri and Kenny Delposen, East Liverpool, earned a 4.107 GPA to receive magna cum laude. She participated in tennis, cheerleading, track, student council secretary, NHS treasurer and received the six year Summi Decem Award, DeBartolo Scholar-Athlete, September Leo of the Month, February Student of the Month, Buckeye Girls State nominee and Rotary Youth Leadership. Delposen plans to attend the
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Columbiana Columbiana’s senior class president Marina Merlo takes a selfie with the Class of 2017 during the school’s commencement ceremony.
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COLUMBIANA — Columbiana High School has three students sharing the title of valedictorian during its May 21 graduation ceremonies.
Hostetler
Thomas
Johnston
Stryffeler
Mook
Merlo
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Vargo
Clark
Caron
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Alayna Hostetler, daughter of Lance and Traci Hostetler, Columbiana, was named class valedictorian . She was a member of student government, NHS, Interact Club, cheerleading, received the UA Scholar Award and was named to the deans list at Kent State University. Hostetler plans to attend the University of Alabama with a dual major in finance and math.
was a member of the soccer team, president of student government, NHS, received an academic letter for all 4 years, received the highest GPA in soccer award and the Presidential Scholarship from Grove City College. Kerr plans to attend Grove City College and major in biology and health as well as studying to become a pediatrician.
Madison Stryffeler, daughter of Barb and Dale Stryffeler, Columbiana, was named class valedictorian. She was a member of the student government, volleyball, indoor-outdoor track, president of NHS, was named to the Distinguished Honor Roll every Kaitlyn Kerr, daughter of Bill semester, earned the Trustee’s and Michele Kerr, Poland, was Scholarship from YSU, had the named class valedictorian. She highest GPA in track and volley-
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Columbiana High School Class of 2017 Lauren Ammon Julia Anderson Andrea Andrusewicz Burdette Baker David Baldwin Gabrielle Bolton Scot Boyer Richard Braham Trista Brock Quinn Caron Timothy Carr II Jacob Clark Sean Congemi Jacob Connor Charles Cope III Ansley Covert Hunter Cross Seth Crowe
Mitchell Davidson Timothy Davin Deianera Dixon Samantha DuBois Hailey Durbin Dean Elnaas Jacob Ervin Matthew Fay Hannah Garofalo Zachary Gaydos Kaitlin Giffin Jeremy Glover Keenan Green Emily Hawkins Lily Hawkins Jennifer Haynes Joseph Hazen Rebecka Hoffman
has graduated seventh in his class. He was a member of the baseball team, basketball team, NHS and Interact Club. He also received the Columbiana Basketball Coaches Association Scholarship and the Rotary Student of the Year award. Clark Travis Schauer, son of plans to attend Point Park uniSheila Schauer and James versity to play baseball and Schauer, both of Columbiana, major in business. graduated fifth in his class. Jacob Connor, son of Sid He was a member of NHS, yearbook, STEAM, Maker’s and Melody Connor, Space and Spanish Club. He Columbiana, graduated eighth earned academic letters as in his class. He was a member well as a $16,000 Scholar- of track, cross country, pership to Youngstown State cussion ensemble and NHS. University. Schauer plans to Connor plans to attend attend Youngstown State Brigham Young University University and major in elec- and major in economics. trical engineering. Brandon Johnston, son Brittany Mook, daughter of Will and Amy Johnston, of Donald and Deborah Columbiana, has ranked ninth Mook, Youngstown, graduat- in his class. He was a member ed sixth in her class. She was of NHS, football, baseball, a member of NHS, basketball, basketball and Spanish Club. track and Fairfield Ruritan He received two awards in Club. She earned the universi- football and baseball along ty Scholars Award. Mook with two academic letters. plans to attend Michigan State Johnston plans to attend University to major in pack- Youngstown State University and major in biology pre-denaging sciences. tistry. Jake Clark, son of Amy and Rick Clark, Columbiana, Quinn Caron, daughter of Interact Club, French Club and was on the prom committee. He earned four academic letters as well as the YSU Deans Scholarship. DuBois plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in chemical engineering.
Olivia Hopfenziz Alayna Hostetler Brandon Johnston Kaitlyn Kerr Christopher Kosonovich Alexis Krosky Adam Kyle Taylor Logan Madissen Lucas Michael Luchisan Bruce Matheny Kaitlyn McDaniel Julie McWilliams Hunter Mercer Marina Merlo Noah Miner Brittany Mook Taylor Nemick
Alexander Ogle Tanner Pasco Dylan Payne Tanner Pearl Alexander Peck Matthew Pinciaro Mariah Rovnak Caleb Rupert Kaleigh Saunders Travis Schauer Brock Schlueter Rodney Schnarrenberger Sydney Shahan Jacob Sloan Kara Socciarelli Anastasia Soto Connor Stacey Gillian Stilson
Cortland Stone Joshua Stoy Madison Stryffeler Cheyenne Surgenavic Jonah Garovich Szabo Kayla Thomas Andrew VanHorn Michael Vargo Vincent Vivo, Jr. Taylor Warchol Brandon White David White Lexi Wilkes Brianne Williams Griffin Williams Danielle Yanssens Raven Yeany
Stacey Caron and Scott Caron, Columbiana, has ranked tenth in her class. She was a member of NHS and received the President’s Scholarship from the University of Findlay and two academic awards. Caron plans to attend the University of Findlay and major in pre-veterinary animal science. Kayla Thomas, daughter of Lori Martin, Columbiana, has ranked tenth in her class. She was a member of the marching and concert bands, principal clarinetist, band leadership team, NHS and honors band. She received was on the Distinguished Honor Roll and received the Capital University Presidential Scholarship, Antoinette Lowry Barr Scholarship and an academic letter. Thomas plans to attend Capital University to major in political science.
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Alexis Gates, daughter of Rick and Debbie Gates, New Waterford, earned a 3.918 GPA to be named salutatorian of her class. She participated in basketball, Spanish Honor Society, Teen Institute, Leadership Committee, Chemistry Club and Junior Achievement. Gates plans to attend Geneva College and major in early childhood education and special education.
Jessica Andrews Caine Apinis Analise Ashby John Beilhart Dawson Bennett Koby Bishop Major Boston Sydni Bowker Ashley Brown Ryan Burbick Brandon Chuey Preston Cope Taylor Cope Whitney Cope Leah Cox Jacob Crawford Hunter Cresanto Madison Dallies Ashley Darr
Whitney Cope, daughter of Brian and Vicki Cope, Columbiana, earned a 3.9 GPA to be ranked sixth in her class. She participated in Leo Club, Student Council, Math Club, Chemistry Club, Teen Institute, NHS, Spanish Club, Big Brothers/Big Sisters and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. She was named to YSU Deans List and received the Columbiana Ruritan Scholarship and the Crestview Alumni Scholarship. Cope plans to attend The Ohio State University and major in business. Jordan Murphy, son of Mike and Bridgette Murphy, Negley, earned a 3.849 GPA to be ranked seventh in his class. He participated in football, basketball, track Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Student Council, Spanish Club, Teen Institute, Chemistry Club, One Act Plays, chorale and received an academic letter (three year). Murphy plans to attend Bowling Green State University.
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Courtney Smith, daughter of Cindy Davis, Columbiana, and Mike Smith, Columbiana, earned a 3.840 GPA to be ranked eighth in her class. She was a participant in color guard, chorale, Leo Club, Math Club, Kent State Salem CCP Program, Student Council, French Club and Teen Institute. She received the Deans Scholarship, Community Senior Service cord and KSU deans list.
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Smith plans to attend the University of Mount Union and major in biology. Kevin Yash, son of Laura Yash and Harold Miller, New Waterford, earned a 3.818 GPA to be ranked ninth in his class. He earned Diploma with Honors. Yash plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in mechanical engineering.
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East Liverpool
The East Liverpool High School Class of 2017
EAST LIVERPOOL — Graduation ceremonies were held East Liverpool High School May 21.
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Dietz
Adkins
Harman
Beaver
Hutchman
Hisrich
Koontz
Pipo
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Starkey
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Wise
Diaz
Gulutz
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Kaileigh Christy, daughter of Beth and Ronald Christy, East Liverpool, graduated with a 4.0 GPA to be named first in her class. She participated in varsity soccer and swimming, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Student Advisory Council, Peer Tutor, Thespians, Outdoor Adventure Club, yearbook and cheer. She was awarded Scholar of the Month, NHS, Ohio Elks Most Valuable Student and the Florence Allen Scholarship. Christy plans to attend Duquesne University and major in biology premed with a minor in biochemistry. Andrea Dietz, daughter of Dan and Ann Dietz, East Liverpool, graduated with a 4.0 GPA to be ranked first in her class. She was active in Buckeye Girls State, Outdoor Adventure Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Students Helping Our Community, Culture Club, Thespians, president, tennis, swimming,
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The East Liverpool High School Class of 2017 Mariah Adams Tyler Adkins Kalyn Alford Karla Allison Kaylea Allison Kendra Arnold Brianna Arter Lindsay Baker Jesse Barnhart Paige Beaver Aaron Bombich Seth Bosworth Donovan Boyd Jeffery Brayman Nicholas Brophey Christa Burgess Kelsey Burke Cyna Burton Ashley Carnegie Xavier Carter Justin Christy Kaileigh Christy Jalynn Conrad Joshua Conzett Cole Cope neering. Samantha Starkey, daughter of Trans and Angela Vollberg, East Liverpool, and Bradley and Jamie Starkey, East Liverpool, graduated with a 4.0 GPA to be ranked first in her class. She participated in track and field, cross country, Academic Team, peer tutoring and NHS. She was named the Heads Above the Rest Scholar and October Student of the Month. Starkey plans to attend the University of Akron and major in chemical engineering. Jennifer Wise, daughter of Jim and Renee Wise, East Liverpool, graduated with a 4.0 GPA to be ranked first in her class. She participated in NHS, Outdoor Adventure Club, Thespians, Buckeye Girls State, Students Helping Our Community, vice president of Student Advisory Council, president of Tri-M Honor Society, vice president
Cory Cotter Lauren Cunningham Thomas Danley Robert Davis Todd Davis Logan Dawson Craig Deering Marisela Diaz Evan Dieringer Andrea Dietz Payne Earich Joshua Eckstein Bryce Edgell Cassandra Exline Jaybreona Foster Donald Franklin III Kristopher Frantz Ryan Geisse Jonathan Ghrist Zachary Gill Olivia Gosnell Chantel Gough Emily Green Gina Gulutz Devon Hall
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of Renaissance Choir, captain of the bowling team, and Honors Choir. She received the Youngstown State University Trustees Scholarship. Wise plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in nursing.
try, track, baseball, Thespians, Outdoor Adventure Club, Boys State, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and NHS. Adkins plans to attend Kent State University and major in nursing.
Gina Gulutz, daughter of Denise Walgate, East Liverpool, graduated with a 4.0 GPA to be ranked first in her class. She was active as Booster Club treasurer, marching band and Thespians. She received he National School Marching Student Award. Gulutz plans to attend Youngstown State University Honors College and major in graphic and interactive design. Tyler Adkins, daughter of Lori and Greg Adkins, East Liverpool, graduated with a 3.955 GPA to be ranked third in his class. He was active as class president, Student Advisory Committee, cross coun-
Paige Beaver, daughter of Jocelyn and Frank Beaver, East Liverpool, graduated with a 3.925 GPA to be ranked fourth in her class. She participated in marching band, Photo Club, Decorating Club, Math Club, NHS and was section leader and secretary of Band Council. Beaver
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East Palestine High School Class of 2017 Karlee Adams-West Faith Anderson David Baker Callista Bartosh Damian Becay James Beckett Natalie Berg Taylor Berry Austin Blake Sara Borelli Loni Bowles Andrea Brletich Aaron Brown Robert Browne Shane Browne Kevin Bustamante Kaylee Campy Logan Cascio Emma Chamberlain Tanner Cope Hannah Darlington
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Benjamin Frazier, son of Gary and Dawn Frazier, East Palestine, has been ranked eighth in his class. He was a member of marching and concert band, solo and ensemble, Drama Club and soccer. Frazier plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in computer sciClayton Gingher, son of Eric and Kim Gingher, East ence. Palestine, has been ranked sevEmma Chamberlain, enth in his class. He participated in football, track, NHS and daughter of Mindy Chamberreceived the Incentive ScholarCORNERSTONE ship Academic Achievement INSURANCE letter and the Gold Key IncenAGENCY tive Scholarship. Gingher 40 N. Market St. plans to attend Youngstown East Palestine, Ohio State University and major in 330-426-4111 nursing.
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Leetonia
The Leetonia High School Class of 2017
Leetonia High School Class of 2017
V. Sitler
Buffone
Lewis
Mellinger
Best
Knight
Ayers
K. Sitler
Hull
Taylor Alflen Grace Ayers Adam Barkley Tanner Barr Taylor Bean Paul Beaver Derek Bell Ashleigh Best Jordan Blackman Michael Buffone Tyler Burlingame Mark Calvin Devon Champney Mercedes Dillon Heather Dougherty Chase Douty Evan Duke Susan Dunn Kristy Eckman Austin Farkas Brennan Farmer Nickolas Finch
Paul Fox Jr. David Gonzalez Joseph Gregorino-Suggett Emilie Hasson Jakob Henry Austin Hicks Connor Hull Emily Hupp Charles Kasza Austin Keats Tabetha Kelly James Knepper III Alexis Knight Caitlin Lewis Gavin Liberty Kala Madison Brandon Maltbie Danny McCool III Cassandra McFarland Delaney Mellinger Lyndsey Miller Meghan Miller
Elizabeth Mills Tristan Moffett Karalee Montague Miranda Mulch Rebecca Neel Tori Norman Zachary Pugh Joshua Renier Douglas Rhodes Brandon Roessler Sophelia Rohrer Katherine Sanders Brynn Sandor Adam Sawman Sydney Sekely Kayla Sitler Valerie Sitler Isabella Starkey Isaac Stecker Hope VanHorn Michaela VanHorn Joseph Vitko
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Ashleigh Best
Michael Buffone
Alexis Knight
Caitlin Lewis
Kayla Sitler
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Graduation ceremonies at Leetonia High School were held on May 27 in the high school gym.
LEETONIA — Gradua- attend the University of tion ceremonies at Leetonia Mount Union and major in High School were held on biology. May 27 in the high school Michael Buffone, son of gym. Tony and Lisa Buffone, LeeValerie Sitler, daughter of tonia, has been ranked first in Stephen and Sharon Sitler, his class. He was a member of Leetonia, has been ranked the football team, NHS, Key first in her class. She was a Club, Art Club and Spanish member of Key Club, NHS Club. He received the Tromand Art Club. She received bitas Scholastic Award. Bufthe Honors Diploma, April fone plans to attend Ohio student of the Month, CCESC Northern and major in pharArt Award, Northeastern macy. Ohio Regional Scholastic Art Caitlin Lewis, daughter of Award, Academic Letter, Salem Elk Lodge 305 Schol- William and Kimberly Lewis, arship and University of Leetonia, has been ranked Mount Union Founders first in her class. She particiScholarship. Sitler plans to pated in Key Club, NHS, Art
Club, volleyball and cheerleading. Lewis plans to attend Bowling Green State University and major in criminal justice and minor psychology.
Best, Leetonia, has been ranked first in her class. She received the Ohio Honors Diploma. Best plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in early childhood Delaney Mellinger, education. daughter of Bernadette Mellinger, Leetonia, and Alexis Knight, daughter Michael Mellinger, Leetonia, of Gretchen Andre, Leetonia, has been ranked first in her and Steven Knight, class. She participated in vol- Salineville, has been ranked leyball, softball, Key Club, second in her class. She parArt Club, NHS and received ticipated in softball, cheerthe Trombitas Scholastic leading, SADD, Art Club vice Award. Mellinger plans to president and NHS. She attend a four-year college and received the Honors Diplomajor in nursing. ma,. Knight plans to enter the United States Navy and work Ashleigh Best, daughter as an Aviation Machinist’s of Kenneth and Christina Mate.
Grace Ayers, daughter of Deanna Nocera, Leetonia, has been ranked seventh in her class. She participated in NHS, Key Club, cross country, track and field, marching band and received the Trombitas Scholastic Award. Ayers plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in political science.
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The Lisbon David Anderson High School Class of 2017 waits for the graduation ceremony to begin.
LISBON — Commencement ceremonies for Lisbon David Anderson Jr./Sr. High School were held May 28 in the high school gym.
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pated in football, track, Spanish Club, Science Club, Academic Challenge, president of Class of 2017, NHS and was Heads Above the Rest Honoree. Joy plans to attend Youngstown State UniversiLindsey Chludzinski, daughter ty and major in chemical engineerof William and Christine ing. Chludzinski, was named valedictorian with a 4.150 GPA. She was a Aaron Kemats, son of Todd member of varsity cross country, and Laurie Kemats, was named varsity track, NHS, Mock Trial, valedictorian for earning a 4.15 Academic Challenge, concert GPA. He was Spanish Club presiband, Science Club, Spanish Club, dent, Science Club president, AcaBuckeye Girls State Delegate, Key demic Challenge co-captain, parClub, Art Club, Fellowship of ticipated in marching band, pep Christian Athletes, Health Careers band, Mock Trial, golf team, NHS, Club and Physics Olympics. Buckeye Boys State Delegate and Chludzinski plans to attend received the National Merit SocieYoungstown State University and ty Commended Student Award major in biology pre-physical ther- and the Lisbon Blue Pride Marchapy with a minor in Spanish. ing Band Best Musician Award. Kemats plans to attend Ohio Derek Joy, son of Brian and Northern University to double Melissa Joy, was named valedicto- major in mathematics and educarian with a 4.15 GPA. He partici- tion.
M O R N I N G J O U R N A L • G R A D U A T I O N 2 0 1 7 • S A T U R D A Y, J U N E 1 7 , 2 0 1 7 • 1 7 Courtney Tolson, daughter of David and Becky Tolson, was named valedictorian with a 4.150 GPA. She participated in varsity cheer, volleyball, musicals, Science Club, Spanish Club, Y-Teens, Mock Trial, Student Senate, president of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, McKinley Mentor, Buckeye Girls State Delegate, NHS secretary. Tolson plans to attend the University of Toledo and major in recreational therapy. Julie Muntean, daughter of Larry and Robin Muntean, was named salutatorian with a 4.034 GPA. She was a member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes as secretary, Spanish Club treasurer, Science Club treasurer, Art Club, Mock Trial, Pep Club, varsity cheer, captain of flagline, vice president of NHS and Buckeye Girls State Delegate. Muntean plans to attend Bowling Green State University and double major in communications and physics.
Lisbon David Anderson High School Class of 2017 Noah Barnes Alexa Bell Peyton Blackburn Devon Bowers Trevor Brown Jaron Burgess Lindsey Chludzinski Denny Cornman Jr. Spencer Crosser Kylee Culp Annestasia Cushman Alli Davis Seth Davis Zachary Davis Brittany Downard Levi Esterly Taylor Felger in youth ministry.
Devyn Flory Garry Frank II Catelynn Frantz Michael French Julia Frenzel Morgan Germanovich Anthony Gorby Jr. Kaitlyn Gorby Jessica Grimm Taylor Halstead Damian Hawkins Zachary Hicks Devin Johnson Derek Joy Cambra Kauffman Aaron Kemats Aliyah Leyman ing band, pep band, track, cheerleading, SkillsUSA treasurer and member of National Technical Honors Society at CCCTC. Smith plans to attend Kent State University and major in middle childhood education.
Jacob Liberati, son of Louis and Tena Liberati, earned a 3.950 GPA. He was active in football, track, Science Club, Spanish Club, Mock Trial, Academic Challenge, McKinley Mentoring, Aliyah Leyman, daughter NHS and Buckeye Boys State. Liberati plans to attend of Tiffany Toot and the late Alexa Bell, daughter of Baldwin Wallace University John Leyman, earned a 3.7 GPA. She was active as class Charles and Alison Bell, and major in history. treasurer as well as participatearned a 3.983 GPA. She ing in Student Council, Art David Toot, son of Dave was active in basketball, Club, Spanish Club, Pep and Heather Toot, earned a track, Science Club, Spanish Club, Mock Trial and the 3.9 GPA. He was active in Club vice president, NHS Academic Challenge. Leybaseball, football, track, treasurer, Fellowship of man plans to attend Cleveland Mock Trial, NHS and BuckChristian Athletes treasurer, McKinley Mentoring, Student eye Boys State. Toot plans to State University and major in Senate, Pep Club and Buck- attend the University of psychology. eye Girls State Delegate. Bell Mount Union and major in Seth Davis, son of Joe and plans to attend Malone Uni- nursing. Brandy Davis, earned a 3.550 versity and major in Early GPA. He was a member of Karlee Pezzano, daughter childhood education and Kvarsity football, varsity track, of Mark and Connie Pezzano, 12 intervention with a minor Spanish Club, Science Club, earned a 3.8 GPA. She particin personal training. ipated in Art Club, Pep Club, NHS, Buckeye Boys State Catelynn Frantz, daugh- College Credit Plus program, and received the Blue Devil ter of Jim and April Hunter, Elementary tutoring, softball, Award. Davis plans to attend earned a 3.972 GPA. She volleyball, basketball, NHS college and major in biology. participated in Art Club, Key and Buckeye Girls State. PezClub, Just Say No, Health zano plans to attend Malone Club, Science Club, Fellow- University and major in busi- Weber Funeral Home EELLS-LEGGETT-STAUFFER ship of Christian Athletes, ness. Spanish Club, Pep Club and Samantha Smith, daughNHS. Frantz plans to attend ter of Thomas and Debra Eastern Nazarene College and Smith, earned a 3.768 GPA. major in biology with a minor She was a member of march-
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The Minerva High School Class of 2017
MINERVA — Minerva High School held graduation ceremonies at 3 p.m. May 28 in the gymnasium.
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Reiley Cowart, daughter of Carri Williams, Paris, and Jamey Cowart, Malvern, earned a 4.302 GPA to be ranked first in her class. She was a member of NHS as president, Student Council, Big Lion Little Lion Mentoring, varsity basketball as captain, Junior Scholars, first chair trombone in wind symphony, Minerva Teen of the Month, Alliance Review Teen of the Month and Canton Repository Teen of the Month. Cowart plans to attend the University of Cincinnati and major in medical sciences. Regan Jones, daughter of Lynda Tores, Minerva, and Chris Jones, Carrollton, earned a 4.2 GPA to be ranked second in her class. She was a member of NHS, Student Council, class secretary, Pep Club, volleyball OTPT and yearbook. She was the recipient of the Elks Student of the Month and the Minerva Leader Alliance Elks teen of the Year. Jones plans to attend The Ohio State University and major in psychology.
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Tayler Strait with her tongue out and her friend Madylin Phillips have thier photo taken by a friend.
ry Teen of the Month and the Minerva and Alliance Elks Teen of the Year. Hanley plans to attend The Ohio State University and major in mechanical engineering.
Jack Hanley, son of Kevin and Kathy Hanley, Rebecca Zornick, daughter of Michael ZorEast Rochester, earned a 4.269 GPA to be ranked nick, Salem, and Beth Blanchard, Minerva, earned third in his class. He participated in Student Couna 4.205 GPA to be ranked fifth in her class. She cil, NHS, golf, baseball, basketball, mentoring and yearbook. He was the recipient of Canton Reposito- was a member of NHS, Students Against Destruc-
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tive Decisions, Pep Club and Little Lion Mentoring. She received the Minerva Teen of the Month and was named to Kent State University dean’s list. Zornick plans to attend Ohio Dominican University and major in biology.
GPA to be ranked seventh in her class. She participated in Student Council, soccer, NHS, Pep Club and Big Lion Mentoring. She received January Teen of the Month and February Teen of the Month for the Alliance Elks. Koble plans to attend Kent State Emily Prendergast, University and major in nursdaughter of Eugene and Deb- ing. bie Prendergast, Miverva, earned a 3.8 GPA to be Brianna Gassman, ranked fifth in her class. Pren- daughter of Stan Charlotte dergast plans to attend Kent Gassman, Paris, earned a State University and major in 4.032 GPA to be ranked veterinary technology. eighth in her class. She particMadison Timmerman, ranked sixth in her class. Piper Koble, daughter of Brady and Nicole Koble, Minerva, earned a 4.054
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The Salem High School Class of 2017
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SALEM — Graduation ceremonies win Wallace Alumni Award. Morris plans were held May 28 in the high school gym- to attend Baldwin Wallace University and nasium. During the ceremonies, 11 students major in English. were recognized for being in the top of their class. Samantha Wilson, daughter of Todd and Lori Wilson, Salem, earned a 4.034 Nathan Guest, son of Julie Forkel, GPA to be ranked third in her class. She Salem, and Ben Guest, Evans, Ga., earned a was a member of cross country, track, pres4.262 GPA to be ranked first in his class. ident of Key Club, co-leader of FCA, regisHe was a member of NHS, Computer Club, trar of NHS, Spanish Club, TACT and Spanish Club, yearbook and received the yearbook editor. She received $3,000 DisHarvard Prize Book Award. Guest plans to tinguished Achievement Scholarship. She attend The Ohio State University and major plans to attend West Virginia University in business administration. and major in biochemistry and environmental geoscience. Ashtyn Morris, daughter of George and Coby Morris, III, Salem, earned a 4.038 to Emily Null, daughter of Andrew and be ranked second in her class. She was a Angela Null, Salem, earned a 4.033 GPA member of varsity tennis, NHS, Key Club to be ranked fourth in her class. She was a and FCA. She also received the Baldwin member of the Interact Club, Teens Against Wallace Trustees Scholarship and the Bald- Chemical Taking, chamber choir, Encore
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Salem High School Class of 2017 Austin Adams Makena Adams Kylee Altenhof Joshua Andrews Anthony Anzevino Elizabeth Aukerman Grant Austin Olivia Bachmeier Shalyn Bagley Ethan Bailey Joseph Barcey Ross Barnett Mary Bayda Hayden Bell Celine Benton Janna Berger Cooper Bezeredi Dillon Bickerton John Brackin IV Chase Brewer Trevor Brown Joshua Cannon Jerod Carner Joseph Carson Dalton Cartwright Chloe Cheresne Melissa Clark
to be ranked fifth in her class. She participated in the Academic Challenge, was a member of the FFA and three-year academic letterman. Dotson plans to attend Kent State University Salem and major Sidney Cushman, daugh- in landscape design. ter of Jeffery and Susan Cushman, Salem, earned a 4.0 Emma Minamyer, GPA to be ranked fifth in her daughter of Joyce Minamyer, class. She received the YSU Salem, earned a 4.0 GPA to Deans Scholarship. She plans be ranked fifth in her class. to attend Youngstown State University and major in accounting. Olivia Dotson, daughter of William and Charlene Dotson, Salem, earned a 4.0 GPA BROWN FUNERAL HOME GEDNETZ-RUZEK FUNERAL HOME
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Olivia Bachmeier, daughter of James and Sheila Bachmeier, Salem, earned a 4.0 GPA to be ranked fifth in her class. She was a member of NHS, Key Club, treasurer of student council, vice president of Spanish Club. She won the Brooks Writing Contest and the Lois Frost Piano Scholarship. Bachmeier plans to attend Kent State University and major in mathematics.
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Taylor Sienerth, daughter of Chuck and Connie Sienerth, Salem, earned a 4.0 GPA to be ranked fifth in her class. She was a member of NHS, Lieutenant governor of Key Club, FCA co-leader, student council, TACT, yearbook editor and business manager and participated in cross country and swim team. She was the recipient of the
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Sebring graduates listen to the pomp and circumstance of graduation as the class valedictorians and salutatorian deliver their speeches. At left, Jordan Michelle Virden shares a moment with her mom, Brie, after commencement ceremonies.
SEBRING — Graduation ceremonies for Sebring McKinley High School were held May 19 in the high school gymnasium. Kyle Youmans, son of Virginia Tolson and the late William Youmans, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of his class. He participated in NHS, Academic Challenge team, marching, pep and concert bands, president of Language Club as well as receiving the Elks Teenager of the Year Award. Youmans plans to attend Westminster College with a double major in music education and music composition along with a minor in Spanish. Danielle Porter, daughter of Brenda and Michael Porter, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of her class. She participated in student council, SADD, NHS, Language Club and Ecology Club and was awarded the Young Women with a Bright
Future, Elks Teenager of the sity and major in early childYear. Porter plans to attend hood education. Akron University to major in Madeline Kreitzer, biology and then continue to daughter of Jeannie Kreitzer medical school. and Matt Kreitzer, earned a Adam Aberegg, son of 3.849 GPA. She was senior Marvin and Marcy Aberegg, class president, vice president earned a 4.0 GPA to be of Language Club, secretary named valedictorian of his of NHS, co-captain of the volclass. He participated in Ecol- leyball team and captain of ogy Club, SADD, Homecom- the cheerleading squad. She ing committee, student senate, received the Presidential NHS and received the Presi- Award of Academic Exceldential Scholarship of Excel- lence, Junior Scholars, Acalence. Aberegg plans to attend demic Team, Honor Roll the University of Akron and High Honors, $80,000 Witmajor in biological science tenberg University Scholar and then continue to medical Award and $10,000 Special Interest award in Student school. Leadership. Kreitzer plans to Kylie Shields, daughter of attend Wittenberg University Scott Shields, earned a 3.95 and major in business and GPA to be named salutatorian minor in Spanish. of her class. She was a memBrandon Dare, son of ber of volleyball, basketball, Ecology Club, SADD, Junior Scholars and NHS along with BROWN FUNERAL HOME receiving the Elks Teen of the GEDNETZ-RUZEK FUNERAL HOME Month and the Alliance & CREMATION SERVICE Chamber of Commerce Stu- 510 Jennings Ave. • Salem, OH 330-337-6363 dent of the Month. Shields 126 W. Vermont Ave. • Sebring, OH plans to attend Akron Univer330-938-2526
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South Range CANFIELD — South Range High School awarded nine students the title of valedictorian and one the title of salutatorian during the May 27 graduation ceremonies.
South Range senior Jason Kudler waves as the graduates begin their walk to the gymnasium.
Jack Bajerski, son of Daniel and Kathleen Bajerski, Canfield, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of his class. He was a member of the baseball team, NHS, Debate Team, Academic Challenge and delegate to Buckeye Boys State. Bajerski plans to attend West Virginia University and major in civil and environmental engineering.
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South Range Local High School Class of 2017 Briana Alicea Sydney Allegretto Halee Allen Damyen Bair Lindy Baird Lydia Baird Jack Bajerski Brianne Baker Brook Barbessi Tylor Bernard Jenna Binsley Erin Bodine Olivia Bowman Roni Bowman Anna Brooks Jamie Brown Lucas Brown Carina Caruso Daniel Chopp Jessica Christian Daniel Creed Nathan Daniszewski Nicholas Deal Gina DeChellis
Adrianna DeLucia Gina DeRose Jordan DeSantis Ethan Dominguez Julia Evans Tyler Evans Cory Eversole Leo Finsen Mikayla Flak Kaitlyn Francis Austin Gleckler Derek Godfrey Taymer Graham Anne Gulfo Christopher Herubin Tyler Hull Rawson Hurst Helena Jacob Raymond Janecko Thomas Joly-Behanna Kaylyn Jones Liliana Kalima Kelly Keenan Austin Kelly
Elias Khoury Jensen Kniska John Kolarik, Jr. Kody Kolarik Jason Kudler Michael Kuhns Emily Kuper Taylor Lindquist Casey Lindstrom Madison Lunger Xena Maali Shelbee Marchianda David Marsilio Cara Mason Jillian Maynard Charles McDonald Chelsea McNeal Jonathan Meals Samantha Millison Daulton Moore Seth Morrow Taylor Naples Brent Neilsen Zoey Novak
Samuel Orechoneg Gabrielle Paine Makayla Pappas Canyon Paterson Kelly Patrick Dante Pecchia David Pecchia Danielle Petrella Bailey Phares-Peachock Austin Piper Julia Plessinger Nathaniel Pryor Collin Razo Maria Razo Paul Richter Anthony Ritter Daniel Ritter Sarah Royal Mitchell Sauerwein Travis Schaffer Alexis Schneider Kelly Shannon Caleb Shipley
Brittany Siembieda Blake Sitch Randy Skripac Morgan Smith Kristina Snyder Sarah Spalding Hannah Standley Samantha Starr Jacob Stellers Chloe Stephenson Codi Taylor Timothy Tusek Katelyn Urs Mark Vennetti Michael Vitko Gracey White Ryan Wire Hunter Withers Nicholas Wix Caragyn Yanek Kate Yeagley
Jenna Binsley, daughter of Jeffrey and Joan Binsley, New Springfield, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of her class. She was a member of Key Club and Taft Grows Green 4-H Club and earned the Mahoning County Annual Art Show District Award for computer digital art. Binsley plans to attend Grove City College and major in actuarial science. Carina Caruso, daughter of James P. Caruso, III and Karen S. Caruso, Youngstown, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of her class. She was a member of NEOMED Health Success, Health Professions Affinity Community, choir, Art Club, Key Club and was on the honor roll for all A’s. Caruso plans to attend Youngstown State University Honors College and major in pre-medical biology. Casey Lindstrom, daughter of Paul and Kathy Lindstrom, Youngstown, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of her class. She was a member of the soccer team, student council, Sisterhood, NHS, Key Club, named WYTV’s Student of the Week, all state soccer, DeBartolo iHeart Radio’s Scholar Athlete and received the Robinette Student Scholar Award.
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Lindstrom plans to attend John Carroll University where she will play soccer and major in biology. David Marsilio, son of Henry Marsilio, Canfield; and Dawn Marsilio Williams, Columbiana; earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of his class. He was a member of the Debate Team and jazz band. Marsilio plans to attend Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and major in aeronautical science. Zoey Novak, daughter of Jeff and Nora Novak, Boardman, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of her class. She was student council president, varsity cheer captain and a member of band as well as earning the Robinette Scholastic Award. Novak plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in computer science information and technology. Kelly Patrick, daughter of Dan and Colleen Patrick, Salem, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of her class. She was a member of the cross country team, track, Art Club, Sisterhood, NHS and was class president. Patrick plans to attend The Ohio State University and major in industrial design.
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member of the baseball team, golf team, jazz band, marching band and received the Raider Golf Award. Skripac plans to attend The Ohio State Randy Skripac, son of University and major in comSonia and Michael Skripac, puter and information science. North Lima, earned a 4.0 Jacob Stellers, son of GPA to be named valedictorian of his class. He was a Burt Stellers, Columbiana;
and Jill Stellers, Columbiana, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of his class. He was a member of marching band, wind ensemble, jazz ensemble, Drama Team, choir and show choir and received the YSU Trustee’s Scholarship and YSU Honors Program Schol-
arship. Stellers plans to attend was a member of band, cross Youngstown State University country, Key Club, NHS, Sisand major in civil engineerterhood and received the ing. Robinette Scholastic Award. Anne Gulfo, daughter of Gulfo plans to attend Mary Allegro, North Lima; Youngstown State University and Gene Gulfo, North Lima, earned a 3.8 GPA t be named and major in the medical salutatorian of her class. She field.
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Zachary Scott Francis (left) and Lucas Frischkorn share a laugh after receiving their diplomas.
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Southern graduates recite the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of commencement. The tossing of the caps at Southern Local is shown left.
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Abigail Witherow smiles after receiving her diploma from Board President John Sawyer. At right, Allisyn Carroll smiles as she walks in for graduation.
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SALINEVILLE — Southern Local Jr. Sr. High School held its 2017 graduation ceremonies at 7 p.m. May 26 in the high school gymnasium. Siera Erin Boyle, daughter of Brent and Jody Boyle, Hanoverton, earned a 4.386 GPA to be ranked first in her class. Boyle plans to attend Kent State University and major in accounting with a minor in finance. Alexander Valentino August, son of Dominique Hayes, Salineville, earned a 4.246 GPA to be ranked sec-
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NEW MIDDLETOWN — Springfield Local High School held graduation ceremonies at 6 p.m. June 4. During the ceremony, five students were named valedictorian.
fanti, New Middletown, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of his class. He was a member of football, basketball, track, NHS, Spanish Club and Scientist Club. He received an Honors Diploma. Centofanti Jane Casto, daughter of plans to attend Geneva ColSharon and Wade Casto, lege and major in business. Petersburg, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictoJake Ford, son of John rian of her class. She was and Julie Ford, New Midactive in varsity track, varsi- dletown, earned a 4.0 GPA ty soccer, Student Council, to be named valedictorian of NHS, Spanish Club, Science his class. He was a member Club and Art Club. She was of football, basketball, NHS, the recipient of Young Science Club and Science Women with Bright Futures Club. He received the Honand Honors Diploma. Casto ors Diploma. Ford plans to plans to attend Youngstown attend Geneva College and State University and major major in mathematics. in mechanical engineering. Lindsey Druschel, Frankie Centofanti, son daughter of Bob and Kelly of Frank and Heather Cento- Druschel, New Middletown,
earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of her class. She was a member of softball, volleyball, Science Club, Teen Institute, Spanish Club, Book Club and NHS. She was the recipient of the Honors Diploma. Druschel plans to attend Case Western Reserve and major in biomedical engineering. Kristen Szalay, daughter of Susan and Frank Szalay, New Middletown, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of her class. She was active in Spanish Club as president, Science Club as treasurer, NHS as treasurer, Book Club, Academic Challenge and Art Club. She was the recipient of the Honors Diploma. Szalay plans to attend Youngstown
State University and major ence Club and track. She in chemical engineering. received the Honors Diploma. Mills plans to attend Megan Donegan, daugh- Westminster College and ter of Beth Donegan, New major in chemical engineerMiddletown, earned a 3.87 ing. GPA to be named salutatorian of her class. She particiAimee Smith, daughter pated in soccer, flagline, of Joyce Smith, Boardman, NHS, class president and and Randy Smith, Poland, was the Sentinel editor in earned a 3.78 GPA to be chief. She was the recipient ranked eighth in her class. of the Honors Diploma. She was a majorette, memDonegan plans to attend ber of Science Club, band, Youngstown State Universi- Book Club, NHS and ty and major in early and received the Honors Diplomiddle childhood education ma. Smith plans to attend science and math. Baldwin Wallace University and major in political sciMeghan Mills, daughter ence. of Rhonda and Jim Mills, New Middletown, earned a Sara Chaszeyka, daugh3.8 GPA to be ranked sev- ter of Karen and Ben enth in her class. She was Chaszeyka, New Springactive in NHS, soccer, Teen field, earned a 3.789 GPA Institute, Spanish Club, Sci- to be ranked ninth. She was
a participant in volleyball, basketball, track, NHS, Spanish Club, Science Club, Art Club, Student Council, Teen Institute, golf and Tiger Tutoring. She received the Honors Diploma. Chaszeyka plans to attend Mount Union and become a physician’s assistant. Josie Applegarth, daughter of Laurie and Tod Applegarth, New Springfield, earned a 3.775 GPA to be ranked tenth in her class. She was a member of softball, basketball, Science Club, Spanish Club, NHS and received the Honors Diploma. Applegarth plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in nursing.
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Springfield Local High School Class of 2017 Angelica Abair Cheyenne Allen Josie Applegarth Nathan Arnoto Tricia Bair Zachary Barber Ashley Barnard Gabriel Barnard Mario Beaulieu Trina Belfast Joseph Bier Courtney Blakeman Nicole Bovo Brandi Brewer Thomas Brown Jane Casto Francesco Centofanti, Jr. Bryon Chadwick Sara Chaszeyka Taylor Coy Ryan DelSignore Megan Deskin
Megan Donegan Lindsey Druschel Cheyenne Duvall Kazuma Ervin Megan Fagert Hailey Fazio Patrick Flara Kaitlyn Flynn Jacob Ford Austin Gebhardt Michael Geller Brianna Gleghorn Grace Groner Randalyn Groves Sarah Hartzler Brittany Hayden Joshua Hillyer Melissa Iamurri Thomas Joyce Karissa Katcher Savannah Kimble Jayce Klink
Ronald Kosek Theophane Lolakis Holly Massie Lauren McFadden Aleksandras Melys Caleb Mercer Dominic Merolillo Alyssa Metzler Tyler Miletta Meghan Mills Alexis Morozov Allison Moschella Hayley Nerone Ethan Nezbeth Sebastian Orbin Shayna Orlovsky Jeanna Peluso Cody Peterson Rachel Peterson Stephen Ranelli Zachary Renaldy Caleb Rinker
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HANOVERTON — United Local High School held its graduation ceremonies May 28 and awarded valedictorian to two students.
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Bethany Jewell, daughter of Mark and Lori Jewell, Salem, earned a 4.0-1 GPA to be named valedictorian of her class. She participated in Soccer, Show Choir, editor of school newspaper, vice president of National Honor Society, vice president of Spanish Club, U & Me Mentor, Jubilee and Lepper Library Teen Advisory Board. Jewell earned the Bausch and Lomb Honorary Science Award, Academic Excellence Award, Award for Excellence in Academic Achievement, Distinguished Honor Roll, YDSSCA Scholarship and Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship. She plans to attend John Carroll University.
nifer Watt, Salem, earned a 4.0 – 1 GPA to be named valedictorian of her class. She participated in National Honor Society as president, vice president of senior class, Art Club, U & Me Mentor, Cross Country and cheerleading. Watt earned Distinguished Honor Roll, Scholastic Art Honorable Mention, Governors Art Show Honorable Mention, Presidential Excellence Award, YSU Trustees Scholarship and Honors College Scholarship. She plans to attend Youngstown State University to study as a Nurse Practitioner.
Allison Dunn, daughter of Craig Dunn, Terri Dunn, and April Lindeman, all of Winona, earned a 3.967 to be named salutatorian of her class. She participated in Spanish Club, Jazz and pep band, show choir, U & Me Mentor, marching and concert band, concert choir, musicals, National Honor Jaycie Watt, daughter of David and Jen- Society and was on the honor roll. Dunn
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United seniors Harlee Garlock, Jenna Guthrie, Hanna Burchik and Molly Conser perform “Why We Sing” with the high school choir. United graduates toss their caps in the photo on the left.
plans to attend Kent State University to study musical theater. Seth Zarlinga, son of Joanne Jaasz and Anthony Zarlinga, Hanoverton, earned a 3.897 GPA to be ranked fourth in his class. He was a member of National Honor Society. Zarlinga plans to study economics. McKenzie Walton, daughter of Gary and Stephanie Walton, Winona, earned a 3.862 GPA to be ranked fifth in her class. She was a member of Future Farmers Association (FFA), National Honor Society, band, Columbiana County Junior Fair Board, U & Me Mentor Program and honor roll. Walton earned the Honor Diploma and the Presidential Excellence Award. She plans to attend Wilmington College and study agriculture business. Harlee Garlock, daughter of Jim and Debbie Garlock, Hanoverton, earned a 3.845 GPA to be ranked sixth in her class. She was a member of pep, jazz, marching, and concert band, Flight, American
United Local High School Class of 2017 Madison Amos Haleigh Anderson Kari Andric Alexandria Beeson Megan Belanger Cade Berg Collyn Bickley Jacob Blake Emma Bortmas Kaley Bostian Colton Bowen Hanna Burchik Justasia Burton Brandon Carlisle Isaiah Chestnut Joseph Chestnut Jacob Clark Sign Language (ASL Club), Key Club, musicals, U & Me Mentor and National Honor Society. Garlock earned the Presidential Award and Honors Diploma. She plans to attend the University of Akron Honor College. Chase Reiter, son of Matt and Sandee Reiter, Lisbon, earned a 3.820 GPA to be ranked seventh in his class. He was a member of Flight Show Choir and earned the
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WELLSVILLE — Wellsville High Hunter David Ulbright, son of David School recognized two students as valedic- Ulbright, Jr., and Amanda Geisse, earned a torian at commencement ceremonies May 3.74 GPA to be ranked fourth in his class. 28. Ulbright plans to attend Kent State University East Liverpool and major in business Kenneth Robert Durbin, son of Ken- management. neth and Michelle Durbin, Wellsville, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictoriJacob Mark Stewart, son of Carla an of his class. Durbin plans to attend Stewart, Wellsville, earned a 3.683 GPA to Youngstown State University and major in be ranked fifth in his class. Stewart plans to biology and pre-dentistry. attend Kent State University Salem and East Liverpool and major in early childhood eduPreston James Sosack, son of James cation. and Mary Ann Sosack, Wellsville, earned a 4.0 GPA to be named valedictorian of his Payton McKenzie Carr Munoz, class. Sosack plans to attend Kent State Uni- daughter of Jacqueline Brewer, Wellsville, versity Salem and major in youth computer and Nick and Katie Munoz, earned a 3.54 technology. GPA to be ranked sixth in her class. Munoz plans to attend Kent State University and Sara Nicole Dalrymple, daughter of major in athletic training. John Dalrymple and Tonya Pappas, Wellsville, earned a 3.76 GPA to be named Branzen Phillip Grodhaus, son of salutatorian of her class. Dalrymple plans to Phillip and Danielle Grodhaus. Wellsville, attend Kent State University East Liverpool earned a 3.50 GPA to be ranked seventh in and major in occupational therapy. his class. Grodhaus plans to attend West Liberty University and major in secondary
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The top 10 graduates of Wellsville High School’s Class of 2017, above, were recognized one more time during commencement ceremonies. Wellsville senior Alexis Daniels performs her rendition of “Homeward Bound” during graduation ceremonies.
All 41 members of the Wellsville Class of 2017 took their places on the high school gymnasium floor during graduation ceremonies. Graduates are shown left tossing their caps of black and orange into the air as they celebrated the end of their high school careers.
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education. Jacob William Green, son of Jeff and Erin Green, Wellsville, earned a 3.375 GPA to be ranked eighth in his class. Green plans to attend West Liberty University and major in sports management. Alexis Dawn Daniels, daughter of Kathy and Scott Daniels, Wellsville, earned a 3.373 GPA to be ranked ninth in her class. Kira Lynn Roe, daughter of Trisha Roe, Wellsville, earned a 3.354 GPA to be ranked tenth in her class. Roe plans to attend Kent State University and major in radiology.
Wellsville High School Class of 2017 Paige Beatty Trent Boyle Chance Burkett Joshua Call Austin Carter Jace Cartwright Justise Cehrs Jason Cevelin Bradly Cline
Hayden Dalrymple Sara Dalrymple Alexis Daniels Skyler DeLauder Wandella Dock Kenneth Durbin Jocelyn Franklin Jacob Green
Branzen Grodhaus Ishmeil Heard Dalton Johnston Brittney Keller Lexus Lockhart Justin Miller Matthew Miller Payton Munoz
Anthony Petrelle Kira Roe Norman Rudder, Jr. Michael Shope Jenason Smith Preston Sosack Jordan Spellick Jacob Stewart
Miranda Tate Natalie Thompson Veronica Thrasher Hunter Ulbright Austin Umstead Tyler Willison Dalton Wilson Daniel Wright, Jr
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West Branch BELOIT — West Branch High School held its 2017 commencement June 4 in the high school field house. During the ceremony, two students were recognized as valedictorians. Joshua Davidson, son of James and Vicki Davidson, Sebring, was named valedictorian of his class. He participated in NHS, cross country, track and field, NBC Leadership Conference and Mount Union Junior Scholars. He was a recipient of the Presidential Award, Honors Diploma and Elks Teenager of the Month. Davidson plans to attend the University of Mount Union and major in exercise science. Grace Skolosh, daughter of Joe and Carrie Skolosh, Salem, was named valedictorian of her class. She was active in the NHS, Mount Union Junior Scholar and co-chairman for the NHS Blood Drive Campaign. She received the Honors Diploma, Student of the Month for English, Science and Consumer Science. Skolosh plans to attend Baldwin Wallace University and major in education or nursing. Jenna Smith, daughter of Kristopher and Jennifer Smith, Beloit, was named salutatorian of her class. She participated in NHS, soccer, Pep Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and head chairman of Induction for NHS. Smith plans to attend the University of Mount Union and major in physical therapy.
West Branch celebrated its 2017 commencement in the high school gym. Degrees were awarded to 169 graduates.
Jordan Brown, son of Terrence and Leigh Ann Brown, Alliance, was ranked in the Top Ten of his class. He was active in NHS, tennis, Mount Union Junior Scholar and Academic Challenge. He was a recipient of the Presidential Award, Honors Diploma, Elk’s Teenager of the Month, and Student of the Month in Engineering. Brown plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in electrical engineering.
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Amanda Dean, daughter of Rick and Julie Dean, Beloit, was ranked in the Top Ten of her class. She was a member of NHS as secretary, Mount Union Scholars, cross country and band. She received the Presidential Award and Honors Diploma. Dean plans to attend Ohio Valley College of Technology and major in nursing.
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West Branch High School Class of 2017 Kaley Anderson Zoie Bailey Courtney Banks Cariey Barickman Miranda Barnett Thomas Barnett Carl Bates Alexus Berger Haylee Biery River Bonar Brandon Bowen McKayla Boyd Carina Brady Kendall Briceland Jordan Brown Madeline Buehler Adelina Buga Anna Buratti Mark Burns Brett Butcher Bailey Byers Reilly Cameron Isabella Campos Latavia Choate Christian Corvin Aaron Courtney Austin Courtney Kristy Courtwright
Mitchell Craig Regan Crosser Ryan Cuthbertson Willow Daley Tyler Danner Alexandra Davidson Joshua Davidson Alexis Davis Rob Davis Amanda Dean Zachary Dean Madison Definbaugh Michael Earnest Jr. Christopher Felgar Aaron Fleming Cole Fonner Sarah Foster Markayla Frenz Christopher Fritz Jr. Nicholas Gainor Jared Gandee Kailee Gibbons Hunter Gillingham Anthony Ginnetti Jr. John Glesenkamp Blake Glista Kerstan Glista Emma Griffith major in mathematics.
Madison Definbaugh, daughter of Travis McDonald and Candice McDonald, Salem, was ranked in the Top Ten of her class. She participated in NHS, Academic Challenge as president, band and varsity cross country. She was the recipient of Honors Diploma and NBC Scholar Athlete. Definbaugh plans to attend Miami University and
Emma Griffith, daughter of Mark and Dawn Griffith , Beloit, was ranked in the Top Ten of her class. She was a member of NHS as treasurer, chairman of the NHS Red Cross Blood Drive, volleyball and tennis. She received the Presidential Award and Honors Diploma. Griffith plans to attend Baldwin Wallace Uni-
Ethan Griffith Harlie Griffith Shae Haas Kaylyn Harrison Alexis Hatton Connor Hedrick Alexxis Heestand Chelsea Henry Colton Herrington Marcus Hoopes Andy Hrusovski Justin Hubbs Jacob Ice Brayden Jennings Michael Johnson Michael Jones Logan Keester Kiarra Keller Alex Kidd Ragan Kirksey Garrett Knopp Chelsea Krol Christina Langen Alanah Limpert Steven Littell Robert Lozier Alexis Ludwig Maria Macarie versity and major in neuroscience psychology. Michael Jones, son of Jennie Armbruster, Beloit, and William Jones, North Benton, was ranked in the Top Ten of his class. He participated as a senior drum major and Young and Alive. Jones plans to attend Roosevelt University and major in musical theater.
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Mark Young, Salem, was ranked in the Top Ten of her class. She was vice president of Pep Club, vice president and treasurer of Student Council, Mount Union Junior Scholars and Environmental Club. She was the recipient of the Presidential Award and Honors Diploma. Young plans to attend Akron UniverAngela Young, daughter sity and major in biology and of Brenda Carver, Beloit, and psychology.
Kaylen Sanor, daughter of Todd and Raeann Sanor, Salem, was ranked in the Top Ten of her class. She was active in NHS, dance line as captain and concert band. Sanor plans to attend Ashland University and major in early childhood education.
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0ak Glen Members of the Oak Glen High School Class of 2017 take their seats before receiving their diplomas during graduation ceremonies at the high school gymnasium. A total of 125 graduates received their diplomas during the ceremony, the 54th overall for the high school.
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NEW CUMBERLAND, W.Va. — in electrical engineering. Oak Glen High School celebrated its 54th graduating class May 31 with 127 students Morgan Harris, daughter of David and receiving diplomas. Marsha Harris, Chester. She was a member of soccer, cross country, band, theatre , Allison Click, daughter of Jeff and Jen- NHS and Art Club. Harris plans to attend nifer Click, New Cumberland. She was a West Virginia Northern Community Colmember of basketball, cross country, Cul- lege and West Virginia University and ture Club, Key Club and NHS. Click plans major in physics. to attend Fairmont State University and major in elementary education and minor Marques McHaffie, son of Mark and in special education. Michelle McHaffie, Chester. He was a member of baseball, basketball, OVAC Danielle Emerick, daughter of George All-Academic Team, NHS, Key Club, and Brenda Emerick, New Cumberland. yearbook and received the Lions Scholar of She was a member of Culture Club, NHS, the Month. McHaffie plans to attend West band, regional honor band and WV All- Virginia University and major in human State Band. Emerick plans to attend West biology/physician assistant. Virginia University and major in nursing. Taylor McKay, daughter of Tony and Zachary Flanigan, son of Brian and Rachel McKay, Chester. She was a memJosie Flanigan, New Cumberland. He was ber of volleyball, basketball, softball, Busia member of cross country, Business Club, ness Club and NHS. McKay plans to Art Club and NHS. Flanigan plans to attend West Virginia University and major attend West Virginia University and major in nursing.
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Oak Glen High School Class of 2017 Brooke Alexander Austin Andrews Jacob Bailey Mackenzie Bailey Cameron Barrick Abigail Bealles Jasmine Beaumont Richard Bowen Brittney Boyd William Boyd Robert Bozek Devon Bragg Maxwell Brooks Dylan Brown Alexandrea Burchett Lucas Chambers Jayson Chappell Abagail Chavez Richard Clark Allison Click Hannah Clunk Jeffrey Coble II Jacob Coleman Lance Collins Erica Conkle Dustin Conner Haven Cook Zane Cook IV Stephen Cool Chase Crago Garrett Crago Haley Craiger
James Crain Samantha Cunningham Derek Davis Desirae Davis Natalia Dennis David Devaux Beth Dodson Kaitlyn Eckenrod Taylor Edgell Danielle Emerick Noah Feicht Devon Flanigan Zachary Flanigan Nathan Fryer Dylan Garmire Gary Garrison Kailene Glover Andy Gonzalez Dakota Graves Amber Grotefend Justin Gumm Rachel Halstead Lee Handley Morgan Harris Jacob Humberson Tori Ignat Brandy Ireland Jacob Jancart Grace Juszczak Cameron Keller Logan Kranis Baylee Lamb
Jocelyn Nolder, daughter of Nick and Brandy Nolder, New Cumberland. She was a member of cheerleading. Nolder plans to attend West Virginia University and major in exercise physiology.
Brittany Lemasters Christian Lightner Ty Logston Nickolas Lounsberry Carlie Ludovici Lydia Malick Pierce Masters Levi Mayhew Robert McClellan Hannah McGaffick Marques McHaffie Taylor McKay Desiree Mehaffey David Mercer Samantha Mercer Dustin Meredith Destiny Merriman Kaleb Merten Ashley Miller Cody Moore MaClay Moore Solan Mueller Jocelyn Nolder Declan Northington Cody Null Autumn Owen Keen Owen Zoey Porter Dakota Price Dominica Price Sydney Pritchard Shane Reese
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class. He was a member of Photo Club, marching band and NHS. Roberts plans to attend the University of Akron and major in computer sciences. Olivia Gosnell, daughter of Maria Sfakis, East Liverpool, graduated with a 3.860 GPA to be ranked eighth in her class. She was active in Student Council, Outdoor Adventure Club, NHS, Thespians and Academic Team. Gosnell plans to attend Youngstown State University and major in criminal justice. Marisela Diaz, daughter of Pamela and Agustin Diaz, East Liverpool, graduated with a 3.852 GPA to be ranked ninth in her class. She was a member of the bowling team, Outdoor Adventure Club, NHS and Math Club. Diaz plans to attend Robert Morris University and major in economics and psychology. Rebecca Wright, daughter of Leslie Wright and Emory Wright, East Liverpool, graduated with a 3.849 GPA to be ranked tenth in her class. She was varsity cheer captain, a member of soccer, Student Advisory, OAC, yearbook and president of NHS. She received the Creaturo Sisters Heart the Potters Award. Wright plans to attend Slippery Rock University and major in mathematics.
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