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Getting your teen prepared for college by Curt Hagedorn As any parent who’s ever packed and sent a child off to college knows, the amount of preparation, the emotions it brings and the general sense of mixed feelings on both sides can make it an extremely stressful situation. Here are a few tips to relieve some of the anxiety. Deal with money matters well in advance. Most kids go a little nuts, or at least make few financial missteps in college. That’s why, as difficult as it is, you need to sit down and discuss the various financial responsibilities your child will be taking on, maybe for the first time. This includes learning how to keep track of a checking account, how to use credit wisely, as well as budgeting, shopping tips and other information. Make sure you communicate the limits of your financial contribution clearly. College is an expensive proposition and there’s nothing wrong with emphasizing that the cost might require some financial compromises and creativity on everyone’s part. Keep the lines of communication open. Though they may not want to admit it, most college students do get a little homesick (not to mention missing the free cooking, laundry and entertainment services usually provided at home). Though you want your child to learn how to cope on their own, setting up a regular time to call or even some “nonholiday” visits may help remind both your child and you that you’re still a family. If your child doesn’t have a cell phone, like that “emergency” credit card, this may be the time to get them one. Make sure you research and discuss the most economical plan. Things like Internet access and text messaging can be extremely expensive, and if you’re paying for additional minutes that cell phone bill may turn into a problem. And remember, discuss cell phone eti-

Advice to freshmen from the Top of the Class of 2010 Always try your hardest in classes to understand the material and apply it to your own life. You will never know when you may need it. Also, academic success opens many doors for future opportunities. Don’t be afraid to get out there and do what you feel like doing. There is no such thing as embarrassment or shame; it is all in the mind. People respect others with passion, so find something you love and never give up. Adam Riesselman, Ar-We-Va High School Keep your grades up and always maintain a thirst for knowledge. Stay involved and have fun, because high school flies by. Matt Dalton, Ar-We-Va High School Always try your hardest. It is extremely hard to pull up your GPA if you slack off for one year. You will work harder trying to improve your GPA than you would have to receive a grade in your classes. Always try hard in anything you do; don’t be afraid to have a dream. Work hard to achieve it. Ashli Dunham, Boyer Valley High School Do your homework and study, even if you don’t want to. It will help you in the long run. Do everything you can while you’re in high school and don’t waste a single minute, it goes by so fast. Molly Gangestad, Charter Oak-Ute High School Stick with it and get good grades, otherwise there is a good chance you’ll regret it later. If you don’t learn what you’re supposed to in your freshmen year, it makes the rest harder. Get involved with everything - from sports, to hanging out with friends, to getting a job. Just have fun and don’t be afraid. Don’t blink because it’s over before you know it. Jacob Clemon, Charter Oak-Ute High School

quette. Though it’s becoming more and more common, text messaging, games and other cell phone features should never, ever be used during class. Tackle some uncomfortable issues. Your child is facing a whole new world out there, and even the best of kids may make decisions away from home that they might never have considered when surrounded by the grounding influence of home and family. Take the time to have a frank discussion with your child about alcohol, drugs and sex. Even if it’s only providing them with pamphlets and other information. If you find this prospect daunting, talk to your high school guidance counselor or the dean of student’s office at the college to find out where to get the best information, what your child needs to know, and to give

them a place to turn oncampus if they have a question or problem. Help them put their best foot forward. Computers and other learning tools are now available in a wide range of prices and configurations and are probably the single most important thing your child can take with them to school. Many campuses offer discount computer purchase programs that you can take advantage of as well as shopping your local merchants. WiFi, or wireless internet and network access is a capability well worth springing for. Many colleges and universities now offer students the ability to log into their networks from anywhere on campus. Stay involved in your child’s education. Out of sight shouldn’t mean out of mind, and college is full of situations and decisions where your child will still

need your interest, understanding and support, from dealing with new living situations to choosing a major to juggling work, finding time to study, extracurricular and social activities. If you can, visit your child’s college, speak to deans and professors and get your own picture of the opportunities, challenges and pitfalls your child may face. Watch your child’s grades for signs of difficulties. Even the best of student’s grades may slip in the first year. Some guidance from you can help your child figure out the reasons. In general, be as involved as you can in helping your child navigate the various rites of passage that college will present, and you may find that their college years will be a positive learning and growing experience for your entire family.

Do your homework and study for tests. It doesn’t take that long and everything you learn applies to the real world. Get involved in music, sports, FFA, speech, and other activities. It is possible to be involved in different kinds of activities. Just get involved. Christina Riessen, Denison High School Freshman year is the most important academically because it is when you set the bar for yourself. Don’t slack off because your grades will be very important to you someday when it comes to scholarships and getting into colleges. Be yourself. Don’t change for anyone else. Have as much fun as you possibly can because if you don’t you will regret it! Enjoy the time you have now because it truly goes by too fast. Alicia Ullrich, Denison High School Keep the big picture in mind; this will help you put things in perspective and not stress over every little detail. Also, push yourself. Don’t settle for what others think you can do; make goals, dreams and take action to make them reality. Remember what others have given to get you where you are today; don’t take anything for granted. Rebecca Halbur, IKM-Manning High School Give 100 percent on everything asked of you in the classroom the first time you do it. Do not take anything for granted and always try to live up to your potential. Ericka Tank, IKM-Manning High School

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JUNE 25, 2010

Adam Riesselman

Matt Dalton

Outstanding Academic Student

Ar-We-Va High School

Class Ranking: 1 of 29 College: Drake University in Des Moines Major: Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology Honors, Awards and Recognitions: The Woodman of the World American History Award; Western Valley Conference All Academic Award; written works published in the High School Writer and Harvest; soloist at the Western Valley Conference Honor Choir; Western Valley Conference Honor Band; All State Group Speech; American Legion Hawkeye Boys State; Southwest District DAR Good Citizen; World Food Prize Youth Institute; 2010 World Food Prize Borlaug-Ruan Intern; and Iowa Bar Association Good Citizen Memberships/Activities: Band; Drama Club; Student Government; Student Council; National Honor Society; Student Newspaper; Yearbook; Track; Group Speech Contest; Individual Speech Contest; School Mascot; Library Club; Choir; Envirothon Contest; Quiz Bowl; School Improvement Advisory Committee; and Iowa Core Curriculum Leadership Committee Hobbies/Interests: being outdoors; gardening; reading; watching television; and running Parents: Mark and Kim Riesselman Siblings: Nicole, 23; and Kevin, 22 Adam picked Drake because he said it has a great genetics department and strong links with other plant science companies and corporations. He was enticed by the kindness and caring of the staff, and was offered scholarship money that allowed attendance to be feasible. When asked why he chose his major, he wrote, “Living on the small family farm has allowed me to experience the simple beauties of agricultural life and has shaped me and my future for years to come. As a young child, I was amazed how a simple seed could grow into a mature plant that could feed our family throughout the summer.” After graduation, he hopes to obtain a Master’s and then a Doctorate in botany. After that, he would like to work with plant genetic engineering. He said his brother has been my biggest influence in his life. Adam wrote, “He has taught me how to think and learn. He has challenged be to strive to his level of worldly comprehension, and I would not be who I am today without his guidance.”

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Class Ranking: 2 of 29 College: Drake University in Des Moines Major: Management and Marketing Honors, Awards and Recognitions: All State Large Group Speech Participant; Track; Football; Baseball; Qualified for State Envirothon; Boyer Valley Academic Award; Western Valley Academic Award; District I All-Academic Team in Football; Football Team Captain; and Omaha World Herald Academic Recognition for Western Iowa Memberships/Activities: Student Council; National Honor Society; Yearbook; Large Group Speech Contest; Individual Speech Contest; Quiz Bowl; Envirothon; and Play Hobbies/Interests: Hanging out with friends; Watching NASCAR; Dirt track racing; and Cubs games Parents: Bryan and Cindy Dalton Siblings: Ryan, 15 Drake’s strong academic reputation is what attracted it to Matt. He wrote, “After visiting there, I felt very comfortable with the campus and was impressed with the College of Business and Public Administration.” Matt said he would like to participate in some form of student government in college because he likes having a say in planning activities. He said he will possibly participate in other activities as well. He currently works two jobs, with Dalton Automotive in Denison, and with Dalton Cattle Company. In college, he said that he will be working with the work study program. Although he participated in sports during high school, he will not be playing at Drake. He said he was always interested in business, and wants to keep his options open with a double major. After graduation, he wants to pursue a business-related career and eventually start a family. He would like to live in a smaller community because he’s enjoyed growing up in one. His three best friends have been his biggest influence because he is around them more than almost anyone else. He wrote, “They have had a huge impact on my life, while still allowing me to be myself.”

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Erin Austin

Amber Hinners

Outstanding Extracurricular Student

Ar-We-Va High School

College: Drake University in Des Moines Major: Magazine Journalism Honors, Awards and Recognitions: President’s Volunteer Service Award; Bernie Saggau Award; Drake Presidential Scholarship; Drake Trustee Scholarship; Iowa Newspaper Foundation Scholarship; Robert Pollock Memorial Scholarship; Mildred Kaspersen Scholarship; Order of the Eastern Star Scholarship; Kenny Peters Scholarship; Diamond Lodge of Vail Scholarship; American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship; and United Church of Westside Scholarship Memberships/Activities: Newspaper; Yearbook; Student Council; National Honor Society; Library Club; Band; Choir; Dance Team; and Cheerleading Hobbies/Interests: Dancing; Reading; Facebook; Concerts; Volunteering; Environment; and Iowa HOBY Parents: Tim and Pam Austin Siblings: Alison Austin, 19 Besides being in Des Moines, a city she loves, Erin picked Drake because of its incredible journalism program. “I love writing,” she wrote. “I’ve always been fascinated by words and grammar, and the magazine industry always seems so fresh and exciting.” She is currently working at Subway, and as a summer staff writer for The Observer. Erin said that she will definitely participate in publications at Drake, as it will be a good experience to go with her major. She also hopes to be involved with student senate. She also would like to have a work study job at the library. Though she was on dance team and a cheerleader in high school, she will not participate in college because of time commitments and physical requirements. She said the media has been a huge influence in her life. She wrote, “Not only have magazines impacted the career I plan to get into but television, movies, books, and newspapers have shown me basic ideas of what I want my life to be like.” After graduating from Drake, she intends to continue her education at either Iowa State University or Drake to receive a Master’s Degree. She would like to live in Des Moines for three to five years to get a good base of experience that will help her thrive once she moves to a bigger city.

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College: Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge Major: Athletic Training Honors, Awards and Recognitions: Yearbook editor; Danforth “I Dare You” Award in 4H; Iowa Girls’ State and Crawford County Beef Princess Memberships/Activities: Library Club; Rappin’ Rocket; Yearbook; Student Council; Band; Choir; Drama; Group Speech; Crawford County 4-H Council; and Westside 4-H Club Hobbies/Interests: Showing animals for 4-H at the Crawford County Fair; Hanging out with friends; Babysitting little kids Parents: Scott and Peggy Hinners Siblings: Amanda, 20; Amy, 15; and Emily, 9 Amber chose her college because it was close to home, and, “when I am on campus it makes me feel comfortable.” She wants to be an athletic trainer because she enjoyed playing sports and helping people. After earning her coaching degree, she plans to go to a 4-year college to get a health teaching degree as well. After college, she wants to find a job at a 2A or 3A high school to teach health, be an athletic trainer and coach. She plans to do work study with the sports teams to help her out with her career. She wrote, “I will most likely end up working with the football, basketball, and possibly softball teams.” After graduation, she would like to come back to the area, but if that is not possible she would like to live in Des Moines because it would give her a better opportunity to find a job at a high school. Her greatest influence has been Mr. Blankman, “because I know that if I’m having a rough day or have something bugging me, he will be there to help me get through it.” Amber’s advice is to not wait until you are a senior to work on your grades. She said to start when you are a freshman. “It takes longer to get good grades in a year then it does if you start off right away.” She also encourages underclassmen to stay involved with everything in high school because time flies by. She said, “When you get to senior year, you still have to take hard classes because you don’t want to have to refresh when you go to college.”

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JUNE 25, 2010

Ashli Dunham

Molly Gangestad

Outstanding Academic Student

Boyer Valley High School

Charter Oak-Ute High School

Class Ranking: 1 of 32 College: Buena Vista University in Storm Lake Major: General Science Honors, Awards and Recognitions: All-Conference Volleyball, Basketball, and Softball; Governor’s Scholar Recognition Award; Best of Class Award; and Valedictorian Memberships/Activities: Large Group Speech; Student Council; FCCLA; National Honor Society; Science Club; Quiz Bowl; and Science Bowl Hobbies/Interests: Watching and playing sports, as well as hanging out with friends Parents: Ken and Tami Dunham Siblings: Kenneth, 16; and Taylor, 7 Ashli selected Buena Vista University because she has the opportunity to play basketball there. It is also a smaller college so she believes she will be able to receive academic assistance as needed. Another draw is that Buena Vista has a relatively new science building. She is planning to do work study, grading papers for a math professor at the university. Ashli said she chose her major because she loves science and math, though she has not yet decided what she wants to do for a career. After college, Ashli plans to find a job or continue with her education and obtain a master’s degree. The biggest influence in her life has been her chemistry, math and physics teacher, Mr. Marsh because he impacted her life greatly. He has inspired me to pursue a career in a science field.

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Class Ranking: 1 of 31 College: Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge Major: Undecided Honors, Awards and Recognitions: National Honor Society; Citizenship Award; Letter in Cheerleading, Band, and Vocal; Presidential Valedictorian Scholarship; National Merit Scholarship from Iowa Central Community College Memberships/Activities: Luther League, Lutheran Youth Organization, and the Annual Staff Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with friends and family Parents: William and Rebecca Gangestad Siblings: Megan, 13 Molly chose Iowa Central Community College because it is the perfect distance from home and she liked the campus. She is considering majoring in something in the health field - nursing or psychology top the list. Though she was a cheerleader in high school, she will not pursue that in college because she hopes to have a part-time job. After college, Molly would like to get a job close to family and friends. She said her grandma has been the biggest influence in her life. Molly said, “She was very sick through a lot of her life and mine. She taught me to never give up.”

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Jacob Clemon

Aubry Kunze

Outstanding Academic Student

Outstanding Extracurricular Student

Charter Oak-Ute High School

Class Ranking: 2 of 31 College: Iowa State University in Ames Major: Ag studies or Ag business Honors, Awards and Recognitions: Salutatorian; Gold Cord; Citizenship Award; 2010 Dekalb Agricultural Accomplishment Award; Top Senior FFA Record Book; Ortner Scholarship; Randy Olson Memorial Scholarship; Monona County 4-H College Scholarship; Monona County Community Partners Foundation; Faculty Scholarship; and CO-U Alumni Association Scholarship Memberships/Activities: FFA; 4-H; Football; Baseball; and Luther League Hobbies/Interests: Showing livestock; agriculture; and sports Parents: Lee and Sheila Clemon Siblings: Caleb, 10; and Taryn, 3 Jacob selected Iowa State University because it is a good agricultural college, which is what he is interested in for a career after graduation. After college, Jacob wants to find an enjoyable job close to home so he can help with the family farm. He also wants to help his younger brother and sister with their show animals in the summer. Jacob’s biggest influence has been Adam Eggling, his football coach and business teacher who taught Jacob a lot on the football field and in the classroom. His advise to freshmen is to stick with it and get good grades otherwise there is a good chance you'll regret it later. He added that if you don't learn what your supposed to your freshman year it just makes the rest harder. Just have fun and don't be afraid and don't blink because its over before you know it.

College: University of Iowa in Iowa City Major: Undecided Honors, Awards and Recognitions: Prom Queen; American Citizenship Award; 2009-2010 Crawford County Beef Queen; Crawford County Cattlemen’s Scholarship; and Orther Scholarship Memberships/Activities: LYF; FCA; Band; Choir; Volleyball; Basketball; Track; Softball; and Speech Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with friends and family, being outside, sports, and music Parents: Rod and Becky Kunze Siblings: Karly, 15 Aubry chose to attend the University of Iowa because she always liked Iowa City and the University has a great campus and is a really good school. Though Aubry is not yet sure in what field she wants to major, after college she would like to stay in this general area, but in a larger city with more opportunities. Though she played sports in high school, she said that she will not in college because she is going to a big school. She is planning to participate in work study, but isn’t sure what she will be doing. Aubry said that Ms. Lincoln, her high school English teacher and speech coach, was the biggest influence in her life because she always had a lot of encouragement to give. Aubry wrote, “She taught me a lot in school and also about life as well.”

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JUNE 25, 2010

Christina Riessen

Alicia Ullrich

Outstanding Academic Student

Denison High School

Class Ranking: 1 of 156 (tie) College: Iowa State University in Ames Major: Undecided Honors, Awards and Recognitions: Academic, Music, and Speech Letter; ISU Honor Choir; Iowa Governor’s Scholar; Iowa All-State Choir; Hawkeye 10 Academic AllConference Team; Southwest Iowa Honor Marching Band; Academic Award for American Heritage; Academic Award for Foreign Language; and Outstanding Vocal Soloist Memberships/Activities: FFA; FCCLA; Individual Speech; Marching, Concert, and Jazz Bands; National Honor Society; Key Club; Concert, Show, and Jazz Choir; and Large Group Speech Hobbies/Interests: Drawing; Painting; Being Outdoors; Music; and Being on the Farm Parents: Harry and Kay Riessen Siblings: Nicholas, 22; Matthew, 19; and Timothy, 15 Christina picked Iowa State University because she liked the campus. She also felt that the wide range of majors, clubs and activities were a good fit for her. Though she is undecided about her major, she knows that she wants to live on a farm near a rural town similar to Denison. Following completion of her bachelor’s degree, she would also like to possibly work towards a master’s degree. Mr. Klaver was the biggest influence in her life because he sparked her interest in music. She said, “Music will always play an important part in my life because I saw how it can touch a person.”

Class Ranking: 1 of 156 (tie) College: University of Iowa in Iowa City Major: Pre-Medicine Honors, Awards and Recognitions: Presidential Academic Excellence; Homecoming Queen; Basketball Captain; National Honor Society Vice President; Several AllAcademic Teams; KCAU “Best in the Class” Student Memberships/Activities: Student Senate; Fellowship of Christian Monarchs; National Honor Society; Praise Band; and “The Shed” Youth Group Hobbies/Interests: Reading; Playing Sports; and Hanging out with friends Parents: Jeff and Terri Ullrich Siblings: Drew, 23; and Danielle, 20 Alicia wants to attend the University of Iowa because her sister went there and she loved the atmosphere on visits. She also said it is a great school for medical fields. She picked pre-medicine as her major because she loves helping people and has always been interested in the medical field. She said medical professionals are in great demand. Her goal is to be a doctor or physician’s assistant and live in a rural community because she likes the small town atmosphere. Though she participated in sports in high school, she doesn’t think she will in college because it is too time consuming and she wants to have more free time. The person who has influenced her the most has been her sister because she has always given Alicia great advice and has influenced many major decisions in her life, such as where she plans to attend college. Alicia wrote, “She is one of my best friends.”

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Emily Wohlers

Matt Weier

Outstanding Extracurricular Student

Denison High School

College: Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa Major: Music Education Honors, Awards and Recognitions: Honor Roll; National Honor Society; Southwest Iowa Honor Marching Band; Southwest Iowa Honor Band; Iowa State Honor Band; Letters in Music, Speech, and Academics; Overall Soloist at the 2010 Solo Contest; Drum Major; DHS Award in Instrumental Music; John Phillip Sousa Award Memberships/Activities: Band; Jazz Band; Choir; Show Choir; Large Group Speech; Individual Speech; Key Club; Dance; and Theater Hobbies/Interests: Music; Reading; Dancing; Singing; and Acting Parent: Jennifer Buller Grandparents: Bill and Margaret Wohlers Siblings: Austin, 14; Kali, 11; Luke, 10; and Bennett, 7 Emily chose Northwestern because she was impressed with the campus and band program. She wrote, “It felt like the right place for me. I chose music education because I always want music to be in my life. Teaching music is a great way to keep my love of music alive and spread it to other people.” She plans to become a high school band director in a town about the size of Denison after she graduates from college. Her three band teachers, Mrs. Bekkerus, Mr. Klaver, and Mr. Newell, have been the biggest influences on her life. She wrote, “They started me in my musical training and never let me give up. They’ve made music enjoyable and have always supported me. I’m glad I’ve had the three of them in my life.” Her advice to freshmen is to not put off homework because grades actually matter in the end.

College: Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs Major: Music Education Honors, Awards and Recognitions: Southwest Iowa Honor Marching Band; Southwest Iowa Honor Band; Solo/Ensemble Rating of I for Bari Sax, Sax Quartet, Mixed Trio, and Bari Sax Duet; Solo Rating of A for Soprano Sax; IWCC Jazz Band Scholarship Memberships/Activities: Band; Jazz Band; Large Group Speech; and Golf Hobbies/Interests: Play Video Games; Playing Saxophones; and Driving Four-Wheelers Parents: Jeff and Robbin Weier Siblings: Nic, 21; and Travis, 23 Matt chose Iowa Western Community College because he said, they have the best music program. His intended major is music education. He wrote, “I love to play music and music is my passion.” After attending IWCC, he would like to attend a four-year college to continue his education. He doesn’t know what he wants to do after college. He said, “I want to get through college first and then think about where I’m going to work and live.” Both Mr. Klaver and Mrs. Bekkerus have influenced Matt. “They both help me achieve all the SWIBA, SWIHMBA, and Jazz Band. I know their teaching will help me through college, and through my teaching career.” His advice to freshmen is to join a lot of activities because that’s where you get to do fun things. Also, he said you get to achieve awards if you try hard at those activities.

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Rebecca Halbur

Ericka Tank

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Class Ranking: 1 of 78 College: Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska Major: Pre-pharmacy Honors, Awards and Recognitions: Iowa Girls HIgh School Athletic Union All-State Academic Award, FFA Greenhand Degree, Gold Honor Roll, Boyer Valley Conference Academic Award, Western Valley Conference Academic Award, Manning High School Athletic Award, IKM-Manning High School Athletic Award, Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Award, Omaha World-Herald Academic Award, Best of the Class Award, Governor’s Scholar Award Honor Graduate, and Valedictorian Memberships/Activities: National Honor Society President; Girls State; Newspaper; Drum Major; Choir; Varsity Volleyball, 2008 State Champions and 2010 Volunteer Coach; Speech; Basketball; Class Treasurer; Class President; Executive Board of the Student Council; Plays and Musicals; JEL; Church Youth Group; Downtown Community Improvement Board; and Varsity Basketball Hobbies/Interests: Hanging out with friends; cooking; sports; camping; hunting; fishing; and canoeing Parents: Scott and Darlys Halbur Siblings: Melissa, 26; Michelle, 25; Amanda, 20; Liz, 16; and Scott, 11 In college Rebecca plans to play intramural volleyball because she loves the sport but wants to focus on her studies. Rebecca chose Creighton University because of its reputable name, academic excellence, mission to serve others and beautiful campus. The biggest influence on her life has been her older sister Melissa.

Class Ranking: 2 of 78 College: University of Iowa in Iowa City Major: Pre-medicine Honors, Awards and Recognitions: All-State Academic Basketball team; various FFA degrees; E. Wayne Cooley Softball Award; High-individual Livestock Judger at the Crawford County Fair; Academic Letters; “I” Rating State Woodwind Choir; National Honor Society; All-Conference Academic Awards; Salutatorian; and Omaha World Herald All-Academic Team Memberships/Activities: FFA; 4-H; Band; Livestock Judging Team; Class Officer; Student Council; County 4-H Council; Relay for Life; Flag Team: Project Main Street; various church activities; Trap Shooting; Teacher’s Aide; JEL; Softball; Track; Volleyball; Basketball; Football Manager; and Meats Judging Hobbies/Interests: Outdoors; running; hunting; riding horses; scrapbooking; showing cattle; and spending time with friends and family Parents: Steve and Lisa Tank Siblings: Noah, 20; and Jacob, 14 Ericka said she has always wanted to go to the University of Iowa and that the nearby hospital will give her many opportunities as she pursues her medical career. Becoming a doctor will allow her to have a fulfilling career and alleviate people’s pain and suffering, Ericka said. Her aunt has been the biggest influence in her life. Ericka said her aunt showed her that hard work pays off and if you want something bad enough you can achieve it.

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College: Drake University in Des Moines Major: Music Education, Jazz Concentration Honors, Awards and Recognitions: Multiple “I” rating at state solo and ensemble contests; Best of Center Awards; Outstanding Performer in 1A at Iowa Jazz Championships; Outstanding Soloist in Southwest Iowa District; Director’s Choice Award, All Strings Attached Orchestra; John Philip Sousa Concert Band Award; Louis Armstrong Jazz Band Award; Senior Vocal Music Award; and National Honor Society Memberships/Activities: All Strings Attached; Carroll Area Jazzers; Band; Jazz Band; Choir; Musicals: Plays; Speech; Yearbook; FFA; National Honor Society; Student Council; Harlan Summer Community Band; Church Choir; SHOUT; and Community Choir Hobbies/Interests: Music, being with my family, hanging out with my friends, working at the Manning Child Care Center, and babysitting Parents: Robert and Lois Stessman Siblings: Brian, 26; Andy, 23; and Jim, 20 Working at the child care center has been an incredible experience Katie said. She chose Drake because of the highly respected music program. Katie has always wanted to be a teacher and discovered her passion for music as she got older; music education as a major in college combines the two for a career. She said the biggest influence in her life has been her cousin Craig Crilly who gave her saxophone lessons. She said he has faith, endless love for his family and music, and is an incredible teacher.

College: Simpson College in Indianola Major: Secondary English Education Honors, Awards and Recognitions: National Honor Society; Honor Bands; Honor Choirs; and Youth Group Memberships/Activities: Girl Scouts Hobbies/Interests: Writing, singing, reading, poetry, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends Parents: Steve and Deanna Daiker Siblings: Sarah, 14; and Grace, 9 Hannah chose Simpson College because it has a great English program and a good education program. She also liked the size and atmosphere of the school. She chose her major because Hannah said she always loved to write and help others; teaching is a great way to combine these things. After college, Hannah hopes to get a teaching job in the Midwest or Iowa. She said she likes the feeling of community in this area of the United States. She currently works as a clerk at Manning Pharmacy, and plans to work at college through work study. Hannah said the most influential people in her life are her sisters because she is aware that all her decisions affect them as they look up to her. She said that they are both special to her and that she treasures their respect and friendship. She advised other students to be themselves as true friends will like you for who you are.

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WIPCO, Basin Electric Power Cooperative $ award 4,000 in scholarships to area students Western Iowa Power Cooperative (WIPCO), with Basin Electric Power Cooperative, awarded two $1,000 scholarships to dependent children of WIPCO members. This year’s winners are Lia Schulte and Cassie Gehling. WIPCO also awarded four $500 scholarships to dependent children of WIPCO members; they are Sabrena Thomsen, Trent Archer, Kelsey Bentz, and Kim Lally. Lia Schulte is the daughter of Patricia Cortner of Whiting and is a senior at Westwood High School. Lia plans to attend Buena Vista University to major in secondary English education and after obtaining her degree plans to work in an education oriented environment. Cassie Gehling is the daughter of Janis and Brent Gehling of Manning and is a senior at Kuemper Catholic High School. Cassie plans to attend Coe College where she will play basketball while studying athletic training in preparation for her goal of becoming a physical therapist. Sabrena Thomsen is the daughter of Dale Thomsen of Arion and is a senior at Denison High School. Sabrena plans to

attend Iowa Western Community College to pursue a career in accounting. Trent Archer is the son of Dennie and Debbie Archer of Castana and is a senor at West Monona High School. Trent plans to attend Western Iowa Tech Community College for two years then transfer to Iowa State University to major in computer programming. Kelsey Bentz is the daughter of Daniel Bentz and Noreen and jerry Miller of Soldier and is a senior at Boyer Valley High School. Kelsey plans to attend Iowa Western Community College for two years and then transfer to a four-year college to pursue a career in design. Kim Lally is the daughter of Dan and Ruth Lally of Vail and is a senior at Kuemper Catholic High School. Kim plans to attend St. Ambrose University to obtain a degree in elementary education with a minor in theatre. Future goals include coming back to Carroll or the Crawford County area to teach. WIPCO would like to thank the scholarship applicants and wish them the best of luck in accomplishing their future goals.

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Pallett Vocal Music Scholarship Patrick McGinn: Sharon Sullivan/NHS Scholarship Sasha Meggers: Boyer Valley Staff Scholarship Nicholas Putnam: American Citizenship Award, Morningside Dean’s Scholarship, Morningside Achievement Award, Morningside Speech Scholarship, Morningside Computer Tech Scholarship, Sullivan Seed Scholarship Ryan Schaben: Knights of Columbus Scholarship, Boyer Valley Science Club Scholarship, All Iowa Opportunity Scholarship, Knights of AkSarBen Emily Weber: Community Bank Scholarship, Dana Academic Achievement Award, Dana A.M. Andersen Award, Dana Womens’ Basketball Award, Boyer Valley Staff Scholarship, Richard and Kathryn Randall Scholarship, Father Paul Memorial (sponsored by Mark and Donna Brasel)

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Hospital Auxiliary awards $1,000 scholarships One of the most important projects the Crawford County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary sponsors is the Auxiliary Scholarship program. This spring the Auxiliary awarded $1,000 scholarships to six individuals who are furthering their education in a medically-related field, including, but not limited to, dentistry, optometry, psychiatry, x-ray, nursing and pediatrics.

The scholarship committee studied applications and conducted interviews with applicants who are residents of Crawford County and/or who graduated or will be graduating from a high school in Crawford County. Decisions regarding the recipients were based upon the financial need, academic standing, outstanding activities, interest in the health profession and the

Consumers Credit Union of Denison offers up to $1,600 in scholarships to area youth Consumers Credit Union of Denison has been helping students further their education for more than 20 years through their scholarship program. The scholarship program is available every year with up to $1,600 offered. Each scholarship recipient receives a plaque. This year’s scholarship recipients were Anastasia Madsen, Francia Navar, and Ashley Rogers, all of Denison High School. The scholarship program is open to all high school seniors who are members and those seniors whose parents are members of Consumers Credit Union. Applicants must submit a letter, resume and high school transcript to their high school counselor, applicants who do not live in Crawford County should submit their application to Janine Keim, Consumers Credit Union, 1404 Broadway, Box 486, Denison, Iowa 51442. A committee of two credit union board members and one credit union member select the finalists. Finalists are interviewed by the committee members. Criteria is based on academics, activities and need. The scholarship is paid upon written proof of the second semester enrollment at a one-,two- or four-year institution. Consumers Credit Union of Denison developed the scholarship program to promote awareness of credit unions and to reinvest its resources back into the educational Anastasia Madsen endeavors of its student members.

applicants’ interview. If a recipient of this year’s scholarship maintains a 2.5 grade point average in post-graduate studies, he or she will be eligible to receive funds, upon application, for one additional year during their course of study in their chosen medical field. The recipients of the 2010-11 Crawford County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship are as fol-

lows: Vanessa Acosta, 2010 graduate of Denison Community High School, daughter of Jose and Socorro Acosta, attending Morningside College, Sioux City, studying nursing Shelby Jae Downing, 2010 graduate of Denison Community High School, daughter of Charles and Julie Downing, attending the University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, majoring

in speech pathology Jenae Elizabeth Heller, 2010 graduate of IKMManning High School, daughter of David and Bonnie Heller, attending Iowa Western Community College, Council Bluffs, majoring in a health-related field Erica Marie Luetje, 2008 graduate of Ar-We-Va High School, daughter of Jeff and Dawn Luetje, attending Morningside College, Sioux City, majoring in

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Denison announces list of awards, Vanessa Acosta: Morningside College Academic Merit Scholarship, Morningside Leadership Scholarship, Denison Friday Study Club Scholarship, Denison Education Association Scholarship, Maria Araujo Memorial Scholarship, Crawford County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship, Leila Riggleman Scholarship Sarah Ahart: Charles Christiansen Memorial Scholarship, Tyson Fresh Meats Scholarship Irma Alacron: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Alyssa Aldag: Bethel Lutheran Church, Kiron, Scholarship Joel Aurand: Judson University Academic Merit Scholarship, Tennis Scholarship, Richard Dueland Memorial Academic Decathlon Scholarship Marissa Block: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship John Blum: Crawford County Cattlemen’s Association Scholarship, U.S. Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete Award Natasha Boger: Simpson College Honors Scholarship, Simpson Merit Grant, ACG First Year Award, Donna Reed Foundation Performing Arts Scholarship Daniel Bohnker: University of Northern Iowa Distinguished Scholar Award, Denison High School Speech/Drama Scholarship Andy Brus: Iowa State University College of Agriculture Academic Award Yovan Cardenas: Iowa State University MVP Scholarship Joshua Carritt: Smithfield Scholarship to Iowa State University, ISU Academic Grant, U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award Yeseli Carrizales: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Gloria Cruz: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Shelby Downing: University of Northern Iowa Distinguished Scholars Award, Iowa State Troopers Scholarship, Crawford County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary

Scholarship, Leila Riggleman Scholarship, U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award Matt Eiten: U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award Sheiyda Esquievel: Buena Vista University Merit Scholarship Nicole Fineran: LaJames International Merit Scholarship Cail Fletcher: Buena Vista University Presidential Scholarship, Knights of Columbus Scholarship Amber Friedrichsen: Iowa Health Sciences Scholarship Christian Galdamez: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Leonardo Galvin: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Lara Gaspers: Loras College Merit and Music Scholarships, Pope John Paul II Memorial Scholarship, Knights of Columbus Scholarship Alejandra Gonzales: University of Iowa Advantage Iowa Scholarship, Iowa U Academic Competitiveness Grant, U.S. Marine Corps Scholastic Excellence Award, United Bank of Iowa Scholarship, Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship, U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award Victor Gonzalez: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Brady Goodwin: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Tyler Goslar: Denison Community Schools Alumni Association Scholarship Hannah Greene: Salon Professional Academy Merit Scholarship Tyler Groth: Iowa State Academic Recognition Award, Iowa State University Academic Grant Stevie Harris: Siouxland Blood Bank Scholarship Nick Hartley: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Miranda Henkel: Western Iowa Tech Presidential Scholarship, Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Jordan Hollander: Western Iowa Tech College Now

Scholarship Kelsey Hopp: Salon Professional Academy Merit Scholarship Jennifer Ibarra: College of St. Mary First Generation Scholarship Karina Ibarra: College of St. Mary Dean’s Scholarship, Residence Hall Scholarship, First Generation Scholarship, Hawkeye 10 Character Award Nickolas Ingram: Jewell Academic Merit Scholarship, Iowa Bar Association Citizenship Award, Hawkeye 10 Academic Award Nominee Kyle Jepsen: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Edwin Jovel: Marshalltown Community College Athletic Scholarship Matthew Kolln: All Iowa Opportunity Scholarship, U of Iowa Academic Competitiveness Grant, U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award Kayla Krohnke: University of Northern Iowa Distinguished Scholar Award, Denison High School Student Athlete Scholarship, U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award Brittany Larson: Denison High School FCCLA Scholarship Maria Luna: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship, Principal’s Award Annie Madsen: Missouri Western State University Presidential Scholarship, MWSU Neighboring States Grant, Hawkeye 10 Academic Award Nominee, Consumers Credit Union Scholarship Cory McLaughlin: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Maria Marquez: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Cody Melby: Academy of Art University Summer Portfolio Scholarship Seth Moeller: Buena Vista University Merit Scholarship, Denison High School Art Club Scholarship Brian Moran: U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award, Hawkeye 10 Academic Award Winner

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scholarship for graduating seniors Francia Navar: Western Iowa Tech Board Scholarship, WIT College Now Scholarship, E.A. Raun Scholarship, Consumers Credit Union Scholarship Zach Noel: Hawkeye 10 Academic Award Nominee Shelby Oatman: Northwest Missouri State University Tower Scholarship, NWMSU Out of State Scholarship, U.S. Marine Corps “Semper Fidelis” Award for Music Excellence, Regina Lally Memorial Scholarship, Maria Araujo Memorial Scholarship, The Richard Mahoney Memorial Scholarship, Denison High School Student Senate Scholarship Kailey Olson: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Alejandro Ortiz: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship, Tyson Fresh Meats Scholarship Roberto Partida: University of Iowa Advantage Iowa Scholarship Rafael Perez: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Whitney Reimers: Iowa Cattlemen’s Beef Extravaganza Scholarship, Norman Christiansen Scholarship, ISU Grant, ISU Academic Recognition, ISU Future of Agriculture Grant, Denison FFA Alumni Scholarship, ISU Christina Hixson Opportunity Award, Allyn and Dyer Dowell Scholarship, United Bank of Iowa Scholarship, American Legion Scholarship, Terrence Boeck/Pioneer Hi-Bred Scholarship, Bill Rodenborn/FSC Memorial Scholarship, Crawford County Fair Scholarship, Johnson/Knowles Memorial Scholarship, Amanda Luedtke Memorial Scholarship, Terry and Betty O’Neill/Ellis Foundation Scholarship, U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award, Shelby County Farmers Mutual Insurance Scholarship Magen Renner: U.S. Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete Award, Leila Riggleman Scholarship Faith Richard: Oral Roberts University Presidential & Merit Scholarships, Denison Kiwanis Club Scholarship, Missouri River Energy Services Scholarship, U.S. Army Academic/Athletic Excellence Awards, Iowa Bar Association Citizenship Award, U.S. Presi-

dential Academic Excellence Award Kyle Rickers: U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award Christina Riessen: Iowa Cattlemen’s Beef Extravaganza Scholarship, ISU Academic Recognition Award, Crawford County Cattlemen’s Scholarship, Laura & Eli Erick Presidential Scholarship, Linda WeifenbachRussell Scholarship, Bechen, Slechta, Walde, Janssen, Feller, Feller Scholarship, PEO Scholarship, Denison Education Association Scholarship, Margaret and Anna Selander Memorial Scholarship, American Legion Scholarship, Helen Starek Memorial/AAUW Scholarship, The Nathan Schmadeke Memorial Scholarship, Hawkeye 10 Academic Award Winner, Omaha World Herald/Des Moines Register Academic Team Nominee, Denison Music Boosters Scholarship, U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award Mayra Rivas: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Ashley Rogers: Buena Vista University President’s Scholarship, Denison Kiwanis Club Scholarship, Denison High School Student Senate Scholarship, KDSN Sportscasters’ Scholarship, Bernie Saggau Award, Consumers Credit Union Scholarship, U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award Michael Rothe: Bechen, Slechta, Walde, Janssen, Feller, Feller Scholarship, Denison Education Association Scholarship, Denison Rotary Club Scholarship, Crawford County Farm Bureau Scholarship Maria Rubio: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship, E.A. Raun Scholarship Vanessa Sanchez: Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship Joshua Schwade: Marshalltown Community College Academic Scholarship, U.S. Army Academic/Athletic Excellence Award, KDSN Sportscasters’ Scholarship Kamalha Sonnichsen: Morningside College Athletic Scholarship Matt Stuart: Drake University Presidential Scholarship, Drake University Trustees Scholarship, Knights of

Columbus Scholarship, Hawkeye 10 Academic Award Nominee, U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award Sabrena Thomsen: All Iowa Opportunity Scholarship, Western Iowa Power Cooperative Scholarship Daniel Trotter: University of Nebraska, Lincoln Legacy Scholarship, Aaron Douglas Scholarship Sarah Tucker: All Iowa Opportunity Scholarship, Western Iowa Tech College Now Scholarship, Upward Bound Award Alicia Ullrich: University of Iowa Old Gold Scholar, PEO Scholarship, Margaret and Anna Selander Memorial Scholarship, United Bank of Iowa Scholarship, Crawford County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship, Denison High School Student Athlete Scholarship, Hawkeye 10 Academic Award Winner, Omaha World Herald/Des Moines Register Academic Team Nominee, E. Wayne Cooley Scholarship Finalist, U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award Sandy Velasquez: Iowa State University MVP Scholarship, MediaCom Robert Morris Scholarship, Joel E. Maupin Memorial Scholarship Megan Vogt: Buena Vista University President’s Scholarship/BVU Music Scholarship, Denison High School FCCLA Scholarship, Crawford County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship, Denison Rotary Club Scholarship Brooke Webb: U.S. Presidential Academic Excellence Award Matt Weier: Iowa Western Community College Foundation Jazz Ensemble Scholarship Cole Wingert: Western Iowa Tech President’s Scholarship Emily Wohlers: Northwestern College Academic Honors and Music Scholarships, McGilvra Music Scholarship, Donna Reed Foundation Performing Arts Scholarship, Denison Music Boosters Scholarship, Denison High School Speech/Drama Scholarship Elijah Wolf: Donna Reed Foundation Performing Arts Scholarship

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Richard receives 1,000 MRES scholarship Faith Richard from Denison received a $1,000 Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) scholarship. Richard is a 2010 graduate of Denison Community High School. She is undecided on which college to attend but will major in engineering. She is the daughter of Doug and Kate Heilesen. MRES, headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, supplies wholesale electricity and energy services to 59 member communities, including Denison, in the states of Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. Graduating high school seniors whose families are customers of MRES member municipal electric systems are eligible for one of 10 MRES $1,000 scholarships awarded annually. Faith’s family is a customer of the Denison Municipal Utilities. The scholarships are renewable by recipients for up to three additional years if they continue to meet certain performance criteria each year.

MRES retained an independent scholarship management company to select the successful applicants. Academic achievement accounted for 50 percent of the selection criteria. The balance of the criteria consisted of a combination of factors including work experiences, activities awards and honors, and career goals and plans. Applicants also were required to provide a brief narrative about their municipal utility. “We are very impressed with the quality of all our scholarship recipients,” said MRES Member and Public Relations Director Bill Radio. “Not only are they excellent students, but they also are assets to their schools and communities. MRES is pleased to be able to recognize what they have achieved and we are confident they will make even greater contributions to their communities in the future. For more information, contact Bill Radio at Missouri River Energy Services, phone 605-338-4042.

Mark Ramthun, general manager of Denison Municipal Utilities, congratulates Faith Richard for being awarded $1,000 Missouri River Energy Services scholarship. Richard graduated from Denison High School in May. Photo submitted

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Write the goals down. I love using Microsoft Outlook for scheduling tasks. Those annoying pop-up reminders help me keep on track of what needs to be done and when they need to be completed. Create a storyboard. While attending a training session at the Disney Institute I discovered the value of storyboards. This lays out the plan so you can determine the entire plan while creating a visual story of the overall goal. The storyboard provides the visual reminder that takes the plan from merely words to life plan. PS: Stick men are ok to use if you are graphically challenged. Design the plan. Often, our goals are listed as things we want instead of a plan including tasks that it takes to accomplish the plan. Don't get stuck on things you want. Instead, determine what is it going to take to reach the goal. Identify the small tasks that you will need to do to move closer to the goal. How can you make your dream come true and what do you need to do today to get started? One thing at a time. Our list of tasks becomes so large that it overwhelms us. Focus on one thing at a time. Do something everyday to move you closer to your goal, but don't over schedule the tasks making them overwhelming and unachievable. Concentrate on one thing at a time. You have to dream. Just before you climb into bed every night, review one of your goals. This allows your subconscious mind to work while you sleep. Your subconscious can be very creative (if only you can remember those ideas in the morning). Copyright Publishers-Edge

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