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Erik Yovany Aldana Maria Angela and Ezequiel Aldana Juanita Sanchez Rake
Dylan Paul Adams
Jessica Lynn Adams
Diane Adams and Paul Adams Thompson
Tracy and Jodi Adams Buffalo Center
I will be attending Iowa Lakes Community College in Emmetsburg in the Ag Production program.
I will be attending college, majoring in Aviation. I am undecided about which college I will be attending
Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m moving with my mom in North Carolina to find a job or short-term career. I will rent my own apartment, but I want to be close to my family since Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been living with some friends since I came to Rake in September of 2009. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m interested in being a music producer or a car customizer. I also plan on running my own business.
Jordan Carl Anderson Bob and Connie Anderson Buffalo Center
Ryan Michael Almelien Brad and Jodi Almelien Buffalo Center
Madeline Mae Arnevik Brad and Holly Arnevik Thompson
Next year, I will be attending the University of Iowa, where I will get my undergraduate in Radiation Sciences. After that, I will work towards a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.
I plan to join the military down the road, when the time is right â&#x20AC;&#x201C; most likely the Army.
Always remember, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Winners never quit and quitters never win.â&#x20AC;?
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I plan to receive my Radiologic Technology degree through the Mercy program in Mason City. My goal is to later continue my education in sonography.
The time spent in education pursuits is time gained, never lost! Congratulations! Funeral Homes and Cremation Buffalo Center: 562-2858
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Austen Jay Bechler
Joshua Paul Berkeland
Jared Bechler and Kim Bechler Buffalo Center
Jeff and Mary Berkeland Bricelyn, MN
I plan to do concrete work with Logan Concrete and Construction. I eventually would like to go to a two-year school for something related to mechanics or welding.
I plan on attending North Iowa Area Community College to major in accounting.
Francisco Javier Campos
Alison Anne Dirksen
Teresa Limon Lakota
Arlin and Ruth Anne Dirksen Woden
I plan to attend Hawkeye Community College to major in the welding program.
I plan to attend Faith Baptist Bible College in the fall. From there, I hope to go on to pursue creative writing.
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Macie Rose Emery John and Karen Irons Buffalo Center This fall, I am attending SDSU and plan to obtain my bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in athletic training and then move on to get a degree in physical theraphy.
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Kelsey Elizabeth Griffin Katelin Erin Frerichs Keith and Kristy Frerichs Buffalo Center I plan to attend South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD this coming fall. My major is currently undecided.
Kory James Hobbs Brian and Dee Hobbs Buffalo Center I plan to attend Briar Cliff University in Sioux City to major in education and play basketball.
Rick and Lori Osland Edward and Joyce Griffin Rake
Morgan Marie Hassebroek Steve and Sharla Hassebroek Buffalo Center
I will be attending NIACC this fall and will be working towards getting my Associates Degree in Registered Nursing. Later, I plan to attend another college (undecided) and further my education to receive my OBGYN.
Next year, I am attending Iowa State University, where I will be enrolled in the pre-medicine program. I hope to become a surgeon after medical school.
Mikaella Taylor Holstad Mike and Ellen Holstad Thompson
Derek Gene Jensen Darrin and Julie Jensen Lakota
I plan to attend Simpson College and major in Sociology. Later on, I plan to get my masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Library Sciences. I hope to become a librarian.
I plan to attend NIACC, majoring in agricultural tech and accounting and farm.
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Nicholas Patrick Kahler Pat and Amy Kahler Lakota
Morgan Mae Kahler
I plan to attend South Dakota State University and go into Agronomy, as well as Aviation. I would like to come back and be an agronomist in the local area and also crop dust.
Pat and Amy Kahler Lakota I plan on attending SDSU and majoring in animal science.
I plan on attending Iowa State University in the fall and majoring in Business Management.
Anastasia Rae Kokakis
Sarah Ileene Kirschbaum
Dustin Arlin Kiel
Laurie Kirschbaum and Anthony Kokakis Thompson
Mike and Carol Kirschbaum Thompson
Chad and Brenda Kiel Thompson
I plan on going to either Hawkeye Community College or DMACC and going into Nursing.
I plan to work for a year or so, then go to school at either NIACC or Iowa Lakes.
Your interest in high school education will be rewarded with dividends in the future
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I will be attending NIACC in the fall, where I will be studying to be a medical lab technician.
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Eric Mark Krull
Jason Michael Legler
Mark and Shelda Krull Buffalo Center
Zachary Ernest Laidig
I will be attending AIB in Des Moines. I plan to get a degree in Business Administration and Financial Services. I will also be playing golf at AIB.
I plan on going to Iowa Lakes, where I will wrestle and study law enforcement.
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Teri Laidig and Don Laidig Swea City
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Joe and Rachel Litzkow Buffalo Center I plan to take online classes to eventually become a veterinarian.
I plan to attend Iowa State University for Child Development and Human Services, with a possible minor in Art. After my four years at ISU, I plan to pursue a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Family Therapy. While in school, I plan to obtain a full-time job and be part of the college ministry.
Success is marked in many ways . . . one is your graduation diploma. Cherish it!
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My plans are to go directly into the workforce. Either construction or military are the careers Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m looking into.
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Mark David Milbrandt David and Ruth Ann Milbrandt Buffalo Center
Alec Glen Ostrander
Justin Charles Murray
Carolyn Bartz and Glen and Sue Ostrander Buffalo Center
Michael and Janelle Murray Buffalo Center
I plan to attend Simpson College in Indianola to major in Athletic Training and play football. After college, I plan to attend a physical therapy school and become a physical therapist.
I plan on attending South Dakota State University and majoring in Animal Science, with a minor in Agricultural Business.
I plan on attending Wartburg College in Waverly, majoring in engineering science.
Jenna Nicole Schutter Joe and Kelly Schutter Lakota
Dana Kay Stelter John and Penny Stelter Lakota
This fall, I will be attending Mercy College of Health Sciences in Des Moines. While there, I plan to obtain my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I then will return to school in hopes to become a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.
I will be attending Hawkeye Community College for Liberal Arts, and then I will transfer to a university to further my studies.
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I plan to attend Iowa Lakes Community College in the near future.
Graduation brings together the sum total of all parts used as you travel the highway of achievements!
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As we anticipate a new beginning we congratulate our graduates as they look forward to new horizons!
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Zachary Nathaniel Van Reese Terri Van Reese Thompson I plan to go to NIACC for two years for tool and die, then transfer to Pine Technical College for another two years for gunsmithing.
Amanda Lynn Walker
Arielle Danielle Walker
Danny and Caroline Jorgenson Ledyard
Daniel and Caroline Jorgenson Ledyard
I plan to go to college at Iowa Central in Fort Dodge. I will be taking my Gen. Eds until I decide what I want to do.
I plan on going to college at Iowa Central in Fort Dodge for Dental Hygiene.
Brandon Lee Willmert Julie Wempen Titonka I plan to go to college for Computer Security.
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Jeff and Deidre Willmert Buffalo Center
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Pat and Mary Wirth Bancroft
I plan to attend Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo. There, I will enroll in the CNC Machining and Tooling program, followed by the Welding program.
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Kim Schipull 641 584 2930 127 1st Ave. W. Thompson, IA Kim Schipull 641 584 2930 Amy Wubben IA 127 1st Ave. W.Jessica Thompson, James and Sue Wubben Buffalo Center
My future education plans are to attend a four-year college and pursue a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree. I would like to double major in Elementary Education and the Performing Arts. Eventually, I would like to obtain a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree as well.
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NIHS graduates, you have a future full of opportunities.
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Congratulations NIHS Graduates...
Class of 2013 accept our Best Wishes for an exciting future!
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North Iowa High School Commencement Exercises Sunday, May 19, 2013 ~ 2:00 p.m. High School Gymnasium Processional â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pomp and Circumstanceâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Elgar
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Student Address â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Memoriesâ&#x20AC;?
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Mike Embrock High School Principal
Student Address â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;This Is It! Good Friends, Good Times, and Good Luck!â&#x20AC;?
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Ceremony of the Rose
Renae Sachs & Jamie Thomsen NICS School Board members
Presentation of Class
Cory Myer Superintendent
Presentation of Diplomas
Rande Giesking President, Board of Education
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