Eagle Nation | Summer 2023

EAGLENation

The Class of 2023 takes flight and soars to new heights! Pages 14-19

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Dear Class of 2023,

I want to take this opportunity to congratulate you and offer some reflection on how far you have come in four years. We have had some ups and downs and you endured the strangest of conditions starting your freshman year with the early Spring Break of 2020 that everyone thought might just be a few extra days. In reality, it became a pandemic that completely altered how we operate.

When you came back for your sophomore year, it was with a great deal of uncertainty and everything felt surreal. You lived through that year of quarantines, masks, restrictions, modified schedules, and altered extracurricular activities without knowing when it would end.

Last year, you returned hoping things could finally get back to normal, only to be surprised by how different everything still was and how many times you had to pivot and readjust . . . but you did it and you made it to your senior year. It hasn’t been perfect and it hasn’t been easy, but if there is one thing that united you as a class, it was the desire to make this year be your best year, and you set the example for everyone in the school.

I’m so proud of the way you came together and showed leadership for the rest of the student body. You lived through a high school experience that was unprecedented, and you are paving the way for what it means to be successful in a post-pandemic world. You are trendsetters, pioneers, and explorers who will help all who follow you. Your leadership at GlenOak is just the start of what you will do. I saw you support each other, comfort each other, and cheer each other on. I saw you push yourself academically and athletically. I saw you take risks. I saw you succeed, and I saw you fail. I saw you persevere, and I saw you develop a strength of character that will serve you in any situation you find yourself in. My parting wish is that you will take these experiences at GlenOak and use them to soar to even greater heights.

YOU are the Class of 2023 and you will ALWAYS be an Eagle!

I am so very proud of you and wish you all the best. Congratulations!

Gayle Kimbrough Principal GlenOak High School

Dear Class of 2023,

Congratulations, you made it. Graduation is the first major milestone in your life. A whole new journey awaits you. It has truly been my pleasure to serve you as the Deputy Principal of GlenOak High School. Graduation is a celebration of all your successes, hard work, grit, and your determination in the pursuit of excellence. Graduation also commemorates the completion of time with us at Plain Local. You will be missed, as you have been an exceptional senior class.

Class of 2023, you will travel in many directions. Some of you will enter the workforce, others will serve our great country in the armed forces, and many of you will attend college. Whichever path you select, I am certain that the education at GlenOak High School has prepared you for your next step. During hard times and times of joy, remember to lean on the core values that have been instilled in you by GlenOak’s remarkable faculty: Integrity, Equality, Responsibility, Compassion and Respect.

I am excited for all your next steps in life. Just as you made your mark in the halls of GlenOak, I know that each and every one of you will make a mark on this world. As your high school career comes to a close and your future door opens, please remember these core values and always try to be gracious in victory, humble in defeat and always be ready to help your neighbor. Continue to Soar High as you are all GlenOak Eagles. Welcome to the Plain Local Alumni Club.

Sincerely,

Brett Niarchos Deputy Principal GlenOak High School

2023 SENIOR CLASS Academic Achievement Awards

During the 2023 Senior Academic Awards ceremony, more than 200 students were commended for their remarkable achievements across academics, community involvement, arts, and athletics. The event served as a platform to honor their exceptional contributions, recognizing their outstanding performance in academic subjects as well as career and technical programs.

CLASS AWARDS

ACADEMIC CONTENT

Academic Content awards are given to one student each year who has demonstrated academic excellence in the subject area.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE: Morgan Maurer

BEST IN CLASS: Evelyn Parr

DANCE: Madison Dentler

ENGLISH: Madison Dentler

FRENCH: Kate Weisbrod

CLASS CHOICE: Mia Floyd

OUTSTANDING SENIOR BOY: Roman Shaheen

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC: John Alexander

MATHEMATICS: Jazel Issa

SCIENCE: Vanessa Wellman

SOCIAL STUDIES: Roman Shaheen

SPANISH: Hannah Frederick

SPEECH: Caris Lantz

OUTSTANDING SENIOR GIRL: Vanessa Wellman

STRING ENSEMBLE: Leah Mellinger

VISUAL ART: Christina Amanatides

VOCAL MUSIC: Kennedy McGuire

CAREER AND TECHNICAL CONTENT

Career and Technical Content awards awards are given to one student each year who has demonstrated academic excellence in the subject area.

ADVANCEMENT TO NURSING:

Aleksandra Velickovic

ANIMATION & GRAPHIC DESIGN: MaKenna McWilliams

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY: Alex Howard

COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY: Max Koske

CONSTRUCTION TRADES: Hunter Whitt

COSMETOLOGY: Jaida Lilley

ENGINEERING: Haden Scott

HORTICULTURE: Lily Allison-Smith

HIGH SCHOOL OF BUSINESS: Megan Dray

JOB TRAINING COORDINATION: Danielle Shoemaker

LIGHT AND SOUND TECHNOLOGY: Tyler Hoffman

VIDEO PRODUCTION: Erik Lorenz

MUSIC PRODUCTION: Quentin Hiner

SPORTS MEDICINE: Andrew Strickland

TEACHER PATHWAYS: Emily May

COUNSELOR RESILIENCY AWARD

Each year the GlenOak High School counseling team chooses one student who has experienced a substantial amount of adversity in his or her life, but who has persisted through and maintained high achievement. Congratulations to Dante Weisser for receiving the 2023 Counselor Resiliency Award.

THEATRE ARTS: Atticus Black

Dante Weisser

2023 SENIOR CLASS Academic Achievement Awards

FINE ARTS SPECIALIZATION

Achievements based on specific area of interest and study

DANCE

Emmy Davis

Madison Dentler

Erin Muckley

THEATRE ARTS

Atticus Black

Abigail McClung

Emily Shawk

Dru Smith

VISUAL ART

Christina Amanatides

Hannah Burchfield

Olivia Crowl

Annabella Lattavo

Sophia Petrakis

VOCAL MUSIC SPECIALIZATION

Noel Adams

Grace Flock

Lindsey Yocum

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC SPECIALIZATION

John Alexander

FOUR-YEAR ACADEMIC LETTER

Congratulations to the following students who received an academic letter all four years of high school:

Lounieta Alkaied

Christina Amanatides

Annina Betro

Madison Dentler

Brenna Dobransky

Abigail Hartman

Jazel Issa

Kyla Jackson

Lindsey Klenner

Alexander Laird

Caris Lantz

Gavyn Leach

Paige Lucas

Andrew Martens

Blayne Maurer

Kennedy McGuire

Jon Michael

Carter Mucci

Erin Muckley

Maggie Mutchler

Ariel Oyler

Carmen Papaleo

Beau Parent

Andrea Pifer

Mia Russo

Zachary Sams

Haden Scott

Kate Weisbrod

Vanessa Wellman

Dylan Wolfe

Taylee Worley

Kathrin Wuchnick

Hunter Whitt

SCHOLAR ATHLETES

CROSS COUNTRY

Liam Boyce

Braden Daugherty

Jenna Delp

Benjamin Flounders

Zachary Gemma

Jacob Harms

Eli Laughman

David Marginean

Blayne Maurer

Jon Michael

Thomas Rice

Andrew Spring

Kate Weisbrod

Brandon Werstler

Sydnie Wilson

GOLF

Andrew Arway

Annina Betro

Mason Sieloff

TENNIS

Andrew Arway

Daniele’ Falsaperla

Lindsey Klenner

David Marginean

Kennedy McGuire

Jazel Issa

Abbey Smrdel

Vanessa Wellman

LACROSSE

Jaden Ardelea

Caris Lantz

Zoe Myers

Beau Parent

Evelyn Parr

SOCCER

Daniele’ Falsaperla

Beau Parent

Evelyn Parr

Avery Weimer

Hunter Whitt

CHEER

Madison Broom

FOOTBALL

Hunter Kurylo

Nicholas Leon

Andrew Urban

Noah Williams

BASKETBALL

Benjamin Davis

Aleah Unkefer

BOWLING

Alex Howard

Makyah Stergis

WRESTLING

Isaac Sommers

SWIMMING

Jaden Ardelea

Jacob Harms

Blayne Maurer

Andrew Spring

Layne Studer

Kate Weisbrod

BASEBALL

Thomas ElFaye

Jared Hahn

Alexander Laird

Carter Mucci

Colin Sedon

Luke Senften

Lucas Wachunas

SOFTBALL

Lillie Cindric

Paige Lucas

Jena Wagner

TRACK AND FIELD

Lydia Ayers

Braden Daugherty

Jenna Delp

Mia Floyd

Jacob Harms

Eli Laughman

Nicholas Leon

Blayne Maurer

Thomas Rice

Andrew Spring

Layne Studer

Jon Michael

VOLLEYBALL

Lydia Ayers

Natalie Stepanovich

The Plain Local Schools Foundation & Alumni Association awarded thousands of dollars in scholarship monies to seniors in the Class of 2023.

Listed below are individual scholarships of the Plain Local Schools Foundation & Alumni Association with the 2023 award recipients.

PETER N. CAZANTZES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP –

An educator in Plain Local for over 30 years, Peter Cazantzes dedicated his life to improving the lives of those around him. He demanded the most from his students and gave selflessly to his community. The Cazantzes family and friends have established this memorial scholarship to recognize a Plain Local graduating senior who has shown a dedication to his or her community and exemplifies strong moral character. The 2023 recipient of this $1,000 scholarship is John Alexander III, who plans to attend Kent State University to study Music Education.

FLORENCE ELIZABETH BARR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP –

In memory of Florence Barr, an outstanding female athlete and revered educator in the Plain Local School District, this scholarship is awarded each year to a young woman who is an exceptional student athlete. The 2023 Florence Barr Memorial Scholarship recipient, Kate Weisbrod, will be receiving $1,000 towards her studies at George Washington University.

PLAIN LOCAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION / DRENTA FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP –

The PLSAA/Drenta Family Scholarship was established to award graduating seniors who are the children or grandchildren of a past graduate from any of the Plain Local high schools or a member of the Plain Local Schools Alumni Association. The scholarship also honors Vic and Darlene Drenta, who are both alumni and career educators of the Plain Local School District. The 2023 recipient of a $500 scholarship is Thomas Rice. Thomas will attend University of Tennessee, where he will be studying Business Finance.

EVANS/YOHE FAMILY ASL SCHOLARSHIP –

Established by Denise (Yohe) Evans (and family), 1982 GlenOak alumni, in honor of her brother, Rick Yohe, who lost his hearing at age two due to spinal meningitis. Rick and his wife Gwen were instrumental in getting the ASL classes started at GlenOak, and also support the deaf community in a variety of ways, including the annual Deaf Christmas party that GlenOak students participate in each year. The 2023 winner of this year’s scholarship is Hannah Pierson Hannah will attend The University of Akron to study Music Education.

ABBEY E. FOLTZ MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP –

Abbey Foltz, a 1999 GlenOak graduate, lost her courageous battle to cancer in August 2000. Throughout her illness, Abbey continued to

persevere, and was a high achiever in arts and academics. Abbey’s parents and family, all of whom were also Plain Local graduates, have established this scholarship for GlenOak students in order to commemorate Abbey’s love for music and to honor her memory. Receiving the award of $1,000 this year is Kennedy McGuire. Kennedy will be studying Psychology and Criminal Justice while attending University of Cincinnati.

THE GOLDEN EAGLE LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP –

This scholarship is established by Personal Peak Consulting. The Golden Eagle Leadership scholarship is given to a student who demonstrates the ability to lead themselves well as they lead others. Receiving the 2023 award of $700 is Aleksandra Velickovic Aleksandra will attend Walsh University.

HAWS LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP –

This scholarship was established by Plain Township Trustee, Scott Haws, upon his election to office on his promise to give back to the community. The scholarship is awarded to graduating seniors who best exemplify excellence in the areas of academics, community service, leadership and athletics. The 2023 recipients of the $500 award each are Blayne Maurer and Lindsey Klenner. Blayne will be attending Mount Union. Lindsey will be attending The Ohio State University.

JIM HILLIBISH SCHOLARSHIP IN JOURNALISM –

This $1,000 scholarship was established in memory of Jim Hillibish, who worked for the Canton Repository for parts of five decades, writing stories, feature and entertainment articles, editorials, and general interest commentaries, as well as columns on gardening, cooking, and computers. While at Glenwood High School, he studied journalism and became the Editor-In-Chief of the school newspaper, The Eagle’s View, his senior year. The 2023 winner of this scholarship is Grace Flock. Grace will be studying Professional Writing and Editing and Secondary Integrated Language Arts at Malone University.

SYDNEY KLEPTACH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP –

This $1,000 scholarship was established in memory of Sydney, a 2018 graduate of GlenOak High School, and a student at the University of Mount Union. In high school, she was the president of the National Honor Society, a student ambassador, a Varsity soccer player, and she dedicated over 900 hours to community service. Due to her dedication to education, GlenOak National Honor Society, Student Council, and Sydney’s family have established this scholarship for students to commemorate Sydney’s passion for life as demonstrated through leadership, philanthropy, the arts, and/or athletics to honor her memory. The 2023 winner of this scholarship is Kate Weisbrod. Katie will be attending George Washington University. continued on next page >

BILL MEASE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP –

Dedicated to a former Plain Local educator and superintendent, the Bill Mease Memorial Scholarship honors the man who strived to improve the educational opportunities of thousands of children in the Plain Local community. Bill was the inspiration and driving force behind the concept of a community high school campus among other educational programs that laid the framework making Plain Local an excellent place to learn. This scholarship is awarded to graduating seniors who demonstrate excellence in academics and at least three of the following four areas: athletics, leadership, the fine arts and community service. Receiving the $1,000 award is the 2023 recipient, Caris Lantz who plans to study Philosophy, Politics, and Economics at The Ohio State University.

TYDIN MILLER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP –

Tydin Miller, a 2005 graduate of GlenOak High School, began with her life as an orphan in Vietnam. Tydin developed a positive attitude toward everything she encountered and, with the help of her family, friends, teachers, and coaches, Tydin became a persevering kid full of hope and happiness. Tydin’s family and friends have established this scholarship to celebrate the life of a young woman who helped others, worked diligently and never gave up. The 2023 recipient of the Tydin Miller Memorial Scholarship, receiving $500, is Myah Peterson. Myah will attend the Grand Canyon University where she will be studying Psychology.

ASPIRING TEACHERS SCHOLARSHIP –

The PLTA Aspiring Educator Scholarship is sponsored by the Plain Local Teachers’ Association which is composed of certified teachers in the Plain Local School District. The $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a Plain Local 12th-grade student best demonstrating the qualities of exemplary scholarship and leadership who aspires to become an educator once he or she graduates from college. The scholarship will be awarded to the most deserving of those who apply. The 2023 recipient is John P. Alexander. John plans to attend Kent State University to study Music Education.

PLAIN LOCAL TEACHERS ASSOCIATION

HARRY TIMPE SCHOLARSHIP –

This $500 scholarship is awarded to graduating seniors who will be entering the education field and demonstrate the characteristics of an outstanding educator. Harry Timpe was a dedicated and passionate career-educator in the Plain Local School District. The effects that Timpe had on his students were everlasting and changed the face of education in Plain Local. Applicants must have the personal attributes, character traits and dedication that would deem him/ her an exemplary teacher candidate. The 2023 recipient is Madison Dentler. Madison plans to attend Bowling Green State University where she will be studying Psychology and Dance Education.

GLENOAK SOCCER BOOSTERS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP –

This scholarship is established by the GlenOak Soccer Booster Club. The goal is to provide a $500 scholarship to a deserving GlenOak High School senior on a GlenOak soccer team. The 2023 winners are Hannah Birchfield and Beau Parent. Hannah will be attending SCAD Savannah College of Art and Design where she will be studying Fine Arts-Painting. Beau will be attending University of Kentucky to study Mechanical Engineering.

THE BROCATHLETE SCHOLARSHIP –

This $500 scholarship is established by a group of GlenOak High School 2016 graduates who feel strongly about giving back to current Plain Local students in pursuit of higher education. During a track meet in 2016, the idea for a 10-event competition was devised.

The annual event boasts 10 different activities to decide who would earn the title for the year. The “Brocathlon” name is derived from the track event the ‘Decathlon’ in tribute to the final sport in which all would compete. This group of athletes grew up in the Plain Local Schools participating in swim, track and field, cross country, basketball, baseball, soccer and football with most of the group having done multiple of these sports while in high school. The Ultimate Brocathlete Scholarship aims to serve a person, man or woman, who embodies these ideals of camaraderie, competition, involvement and GlenOak pride, with a $500 nonrenewable scholarship to help them advance their studies and embark on their mission to living a well-rounded life. The 2023 winner is Kate Weisbrod. Katie will be attending George Washington University.

DELANEY RILEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP –

This scholarship is in honor of Delaney Grace Riley. Delaney was a Glenwood student in 2015, walking to school on a beautiful September morning, when she suddenly and without warning succumbed to an undiagnosed heart condition and passed away. Laney was taken from all of us far too soon at 10 years old, but her exuberant spirit for the love for others, giving back to the community and thirst for knowledge is something that should never escape any of us. This scholarship was established by Laney’s family, friends and our Plain Local community to honor her love for life. This scholarship is to award a graduating GlenOak senior who plans to pursue a postsecondary education at any level. This graduating class is very special because this is the year that Delaney would have graduated from high school. The 2023 winners are Annina Betro, Vanessa Wellman, and Christina Amanatides

EVANS FAMILY VIDEO PRODUCTION SCHOLARSHIP –

This scholarship was established by Denise (Yohe) Evans, Cutler Realtor and GlenOak ’82 alumni in honor of her son Brad, and her nephew Zane, who both were students of the GlenOak Video Production program. The scholarship is being awarded to a graduating senior who plans to further their education in video production, photography or a related field. The 2023 winner is Andrew Martens. Andrew will be attending Cleveland State University to study Video Production.

JOHN AND STEPHANIE NOYES TRADE/TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP

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The John and Stephanie Noyes Memorial Scholarship was started by the Noyes family after John’s passing on July 21, 2019. John graduated from Glenwood High School where he was a member of the 1966 football team. He was the owner and operator of the Noyes’ Sunoco Service Station on Cleveland Ave. for 37 years. This scholarship is to award a graduating GlenOak senior who plans to pursue a postsecondary education at any level. The 2023 winner is Dru Smith. Dru plans to attend Point Park University to study Psychology.

JON R. GHEEN SCHOLARSHIP –

This $500 scholarship is in honor of Jon Gheen. Jon grew up in Plain Township and loved his high school years playing basketball at Glenwood High School. In addition, he and Barb met at Glenwood, married in 1965, and lived in Plain Township until 2006. Both of their children graduated from GlenOak. At age 15, Jon began working in the family business, VeeGee Enterprise Corporation, and he eventually became president of the company. This scholarship is to award a graduating GlenOak senior who plans to pursue a postsecondary education at any level. The 2023 winners are Emily May and Jazel Issa. Emily plans to attend Baldwin Wallace where she will be studying Hospitality and Tourism. Jazel will be attending the University of Miami where she will be studying Business.

MATTHEW FOX MEMORIAL MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP –

This $250 scholarship is in honor of 1995 GlenOak graduate Matthew Fox. Matthew died tragically on September 5, 1995 in an automobile accident. This scholarship was established by Matthew Fox’s parents, family and many friends to honor his memory and love of music. This scholarship is to award a GlenOak senior who plans to pursue a major in music at the collegiate level and shares Matthew’s unsurpassed love and passion for music. The 2023 winner is John P. Alexander III. John plans to attend Kent State University to study Music Education.

TELERADIOLOGY CONSULTANTS SCHOLARSHIP –

This $2,000 scholarship is sponsored by local business owner Michael Buser and Teleradiology Consultants. Teleradiology Consultants makes it easier for healthcare clinics, primary care physicians offices, urgent cares and critical access hospitals (mostly outside major cities) to connect with quality radiologists to read their x-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI and MAMMO diagnostic exams at reasonable rates. The 2023 winner is Dru Smith. Dru plans to attend Point Park University to study Psychology.

THOMAS E. FILICKY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP –

This $500 scholarship is in honor of Tom Filicky. Tom Filicky began his teaching career in 1967 for Plain Local Schools as the vocational electronics teacher at Oakwood High School and later GlenOak High School. He was honored as a Martha Holden Jennings Foundation Scholar in 1969 and was selected “Teacher of the Year” in 1991. In 2005, he was inducted into the Plain Local School’s prestigious Hall of Distinction. This scholarship is awarded to a GlenOak High School graduating senior who has demonstrated the high qualities and character that Filicky exemplified throughout his life as a teacher, mentor, leader and friend. The 2023 winner is Lindsey Yocum Lindsey is pursuing studies at American Music and Drama Academy in New York City.

For more information on the Plain Local Schools Foundation and Alumni Association, contact Tori Bell, Administrative Assistant at foundation@plainlocal.org.

International Baccalaureate Programme Diploma Candidates

The International Baccalaureate Organization began in Geneva, Switzerland in 1968 as a non-profit international educational foundation. The goal of the IBO is to help students develop the social, emotional and education needs of students in a rapidly changing world. The Diploma Programme is focused academic curricula for students ages 16-19 during the junior and seniors years. The IB has a reputation of excellence, rigour and relevance in education by preparing young students to be prepared for college and lifelong learning. Congratulations to the 2023 International Baccalaureate Programme Diploma Candidates.

Giovanni Buckenberger

Zachary Gemma Jacob Harms Chasity Hatchett Jazel Issa

Caris Lantz

Evelyn Parr

Myah Peterson

Luke Senften

Roman Shaheen

Our theme for the 2022-2023 school year was “What’s Your Why?” Your “Why” is a statement of purpose that describes why you do the work you do and why you live the lifestyle you do. It is your calling. It is your conviction. It is your mission statement. It is a vision of your life’s work. All of this together makes up your personal “WHY.”

“My why has always been to improve myself and my community through working hard, and being involved with as many things within our community as I could be.”

“My why is making my family proud and seeing how much I can challenge myself.”

“My why is the people around me whether it be my friends or family that are always encouraging me to be the best person I can be.”

“The reason why I work as hard as I do is because I not only want to have people look up to me, but also respect me and have a inspiration to reach for their dreams…Also because I don’t want my parents to kill me.”

“What’s my why is such a good question. My why is being able to inspire the underclassmen. They’re the ones that are gonna be keeping the good and happy spirit alive within the school. They’re gonna be the next seniors and hopefully they’re gonna be able to inspire and spread knowledge to their underclassmen just as I did.”

“My why is to help people live their lives. Everyone in this school has been through so much, everyone has their own baggage and that can be the hardest thing in a lot of people’s lives, but being able to use it as a means to make something of yourself and live your life to the fullest no matter what you’re doing is so important. I’m proud of myself for making it to graduation and I’m going to continue to push harder just like everyone else around me because I don’t want to fall short of the things I’m capable of accomplishing.”

Dru Smith

Bryson Hill

Arianna Matos

AJ Spring

Grace Bowen

Andrew Urban

2023 TOP 25

Honored Educator Event

On April 23, 2023 our top 25 students from the class of 2023 honored educators who have made an impact on their lives and academic success. Congratulations to the following Seniors and their Honored Educators. (Listed in alphabetical order)

Madison Dentler honoring Jackie Blaydes

Thomas ElFaye honoring Cliff Seemann

Mia Floyd honoring Kaalisa Collins

Zachary Gemma honoring Bryan Krosse

Jared Hahn honoring Kurt Kreiner

Jacob Harms honoring Megan Leatherman

Abigail Hartman honoring Madeleine Wheeler

Jazel Issa honoring Erin Steinmetz

Lindsey Klenner honoring Kristen Misbrener

Caris Lantz honoring Megan Rea

David Marginean honoring Amy Finnicum

Blayne Maurer honoring Zac Hawkins

Carter Mucci honoring James Wooley

Erin Muckley honoring Kristin Wellman

Ariel Oyler honoring Adam Notarianni

Evelyn Parr honoring Julie Filliez Werren

Myah Peterson honoring Lance Galentine

Haden Scott honoring Jim Walbeck

Luke Senften honoring Jane Shem

Roman Shaheen honoring Ryan Foltz

Abigaile Smrdel honoring Michele Hahn

Peyton Tolley honoring Jan Wickline

Kate Weisbrod honoring Maria Speakman

Vanessa Wellman honoring Alex Shaheen

Dylan Wolfe honoring Matt Brown

GLENOAK HIGH SCHOOL

ALMA MATER

Of fondest memories those of GlenOak will last through the years. To thee our loyalty, forever and ever endures. May all the days that follow bring back the memories of old, of GlenOak High School, the home of the green and gold, the home of the green and gold.

Scholarship

Congratulations to the class of 2023, earning more than

$2 Million in scholarship offers!

Class of 2023

Watch our Eagles SOAR! Here what’s up next for the class of 2023:

By the numbers:

Four-year college/university:

58.5%

Workforce:

21.3%

Two-year college/training: 12.6%

Apprenticeship: 4.8% Military: 2.8%

SENIOR Walk

Since its inception, the “Senior Walk” has evolved into a cherished tradition at GlenOak High School. Upon reaching the culmination of their academic journey, graduating seniors are given the opportunity to revisit the halls of their elementary, intermediate, and middle schools adorned in their cap and gown. Former teachers and our younger students, affectionately known as Little Eagles, extend a warm reception to these seniors. On May 18, 2023, the Class of 2023 embarked on their tour of Plain Local Schools, where they were greeted with enthusiastic cheers, signs, and heartfelt well wishes throughout the entire district. The day concluded with a senior picnic at GlenOak High School, followed by an energetic end-of-year pep rally.

CLASS OFFICERS

CLASS OF 2023 Graduating Seniors

Over 400 members of the class of 2023 accepted their diplomas on May 22, 2023 at Bob Commings Field for the third-ever commencement ceremony held on our GlenOak High School campus. Our students were surrounded by cheers from their family and friends during the picturesque May evening. Scan the QR code to watch the full ceremony.

GLENOAK CLASS OF 2023

Jamil Nasir Abdul-Zahir

Noel Renae Adams

John Pasquale Alexander∆

Salahuddin Mastafa Ali

Lounieta Alkaied■

Lily Sierra Allison-Smithθ

Christina Elefteria Amanatides∆■

Keirsten Michelle Amos

Ricardo Antonio Andrews

Katalina Leah Angelo

Landon Joseph Angione

Haven Nicole Anthony

Alexi Nicole Antoniades

Jaden Anthony Ardelea

Caley Ann Armstead

Jimmy Steven Arrigo

Andrew Michael Arway∆

Lydia Marie Ayers♦

Logan Daniel Bair

Jayden Michael Barrino

Brent Nathan Barwick

PRESIDENT Caris Lantz PRESIDENT Roman Shaheen

VICE PRESIDENT Kate Weisbrod

SECRETARY Zachary Gemma

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER Grace Bowen

OFFICERS OF THE CLASS OF 2023

2022-23 STUDENT COUNCIL EXECUTIVE BOARD OFFICERS

Brandon Ray Batson

Lawrence Bradley Beadle

Kylee Marie Bednarczyk

Roman Zachary Begue

Riley Jo Bemiller-Kelley

Annina Renee Betro♦∆■

Nathan Joseph Bisesi

Atticus Alan Black

Evan David Blake

Olivia Grace Blubaugh

Emily Samantha Boggs

Grace Kathryn Bowen♦∆

Gracie Gail Bowen

Liam Christopher Boyce

Cheyanna Chevelle Boyd

Denim Michael Bradley

Cameron James Brock

Xavier William Brooke

Madison Deborah Brooks

Madison Marie Carsel Broom♦

Nastacia Amara Brown

Jada Tashae’ Broyles

Everett Jerad Buck

Giovanni Sebastian Buckenberger♦∆*

Hannah Mae Burchfield

Madison Ann Burgess

Cole Michael Burick

Matthew Thomas Caldwell♦

Joshua Henry Campbell

Jena Lynn Canterucci

Dante Michael Carcione

Leonard Herbert Cartwright

Alyssa Denise Chappie

Lillie Anne Cindric♦∆

Connor Fallon Clevenger

Katelyn Olivia Clouser

Joshua Edward Coleman

Jadelyn Kate Conner

Alexandria Brooklynne Cooper

LaT’iana Perniece Cooper

Kamila Desiree Crawford

Olivia Lynn Crowl♦∆

Andrew Cureton

Jacob Leonard Curtin

Logan Xavier Czerepak

J’Mair Shermar Daniels

Braden Samuel Daugherty♦∆

Benjamin James Davis∆

Emmy Brooke Davis

Nathan James Davis

Paige Havanna DeFrank

Angie Marie Delcid

Jenna Elizabeth Delp∆

Madison Elisabeth Dentler♦∆■

Anthony John Desarro

Richard Edward Deskin♦

Hannah Elizabeth Detchon

Kailey Marie Dickson

Isabella Rose DiMichele

Ashley Lynn Dorn

Madison Danielle Dorsey

Isabella Amalia Dorto♦∆

Shalyn Milan Dotson

Madison Jade Dovidio

Megan Lee Dray∆

Ayden James Dunnerstick

Conrad John Eberle

Ethan Quinn Eddleman

Thomas Paul ElFaye♦∆

Kyle Andrew Englant

Karlie Mae Eubanks

Jada Nolay Evans

Arianna Renee Faulkner

Annamarie Grace Feliciano

Payton Alan Fichter

Noah Michael Fink♦

Grace Autumn Flock♦∆

Benjamin Luke Flounders

Mia Janae Floyd♦∆■

Cherokee Renae Fontes

Bryson Charles Ford

Deisel Allen Ford♦

Raymond Laird Fox

Elijah Noel Foxx

Gavin Law Frame

Amber Noel France

Israel Malachi Francisco Dobbins

Joshua Thomas Franz

Olivia Grace Frazier∆

Morena Lee Freda

Hannah Grace Frederick♦∆O

Nolan Michael Fulks♦

Ashlen Elizabeth Fuller

Xavier Azariah Gadison

Jey’va Lavoris Gaines

Da’Myia Sharay Garner-Williams

Jon Dylan Garver

De’An Marquay Fameus Gatlin

Kiera Selena Anne Gattis

Zachary Ryan Gemma♦∆θ*

Rebecca Marie Gerber

Aria Joleen Gingerich

Jasmine Rose Goode

David Russell Gorby

Jayden Mitchell Gorham

Ava Elizabeth Gotto

Samantha Erin Gower

Jordan Matthew Grant

Xavier Nicholas Grimwood

Daniela Valeria Gutierrez Rubio

Jared Tyler Hahn♦∆

Stephen James Haines

Abigail Lyn Hall

Anna Marie Hall∆

Nadiya Ginder Hallums

Addilynn Paige Marie Hamons

Jacob Andrew Harms♦∆θ*

Eva Lynn Harper

Katherine Elizabeth Harris

Abigail Grace Hartman♦∆■

Mariah Faith Hastings

Chasity Faith Chantel Hatchett♦∆*

Katelyn Renee Hauner

Joseph William Haupt

Brian Christopher Hauser

Sawyer Mathias Hawthorne

Alanna Renee’ Henderhan

Sa’Niah Lychelle Henderson

Serenity Rahmiya Henderson

Austin Christopher Henry-Wilmott

Josie Anne Herttna♦

Jacques Robert Hewit

Elizabeth Claire Hicks

Bryson Herman Hill

Sirrenna Michelle Hill♦

Quentin Micheal Hiner

Joseph Paul Hinnebusch

Daniel Scott Hively

Tyler Robert Hoffman

Bowie Dean Honeycutt

Terriana Monique Hood

Amya Gracelyn Hooks

Alex Michael Howard

Lillian May Hughes

Dylan James Hunter

James Edward Hunter

Jiovany F Iraheta

Jazel Tu-uyen Issa♦∆■θ*

Kyla Anne Jackson♦∆■

Camya Asiana Jeter

Matthew Alexander John

Ananius Liam Johnson

Jonathon David Jones

Nadia Nashay Jowers

Annie Elizabeth Kark

Saylor Raine Kaufman

Nevaeh Lee Kelly-Swift

Corbin Alexander Kemp

Mariana Grace Kilonsky♦∆

Thomas Nicholas Kingsbury

Alexis Rosemarie Kinser

Spencer Michael Klatt♦

Lindsey Marie Klenner♦∆■

Connor Jason Klotz

Kacie Michelle Koprowski

Max Edward Koske♦∆

Evelina Kovtun

Elijah Evan Krach

Lucas Tyler Krahling

Hunter Michael Kurylo

Alexander Scott Laird♦∆■

Sophia Marie Lambert∆

Caris Irene Lantz♦∆■*

Annabella Sophia Paige Lattavo∆

Eli Eric Laughman♦

Gavyn Eugene Leach∆■

Milana Del-Ray Leahy

Dominic Anthony Leon

Nicholas Brian Leon♦

Jaida Ann Lilley

Zoe Rita Lopez

Erik Nathaniel Lorenz

Paige Louraine Lucas∆■

Xander Gracin-Aloysious Lung

Nathanial Thomas Lutton

Joshua Michael Lyden

Nicholas James Macdonald

Darren James Macon

Nathan Scott Mann

David Alexander Marginean♦∆

Owen Van Marks

Janiya Le’Shae Marshall

Andrew Paul Martens♦∆■

Arianna Sage Matos

Blayne Dominic Maurer♦∆■

Morgan Taylor Maurer

Emily Sue May∆

Kaylie Lanilia Mayle

William Lee Mayle

Leon Vincent-Douglas McArdle

Samuel Cole McArthur

Keri Marie McCallin

Abigail Kathleen McClung

Anastaysia Denae McCray

Kennedy Elizabeth McGuire♦∆■

I’nya Nazira-Marie McIntosh

Emily Delina McMasters

Hayley Marie McMasters

Shane Allen McNutt

Braeden Alan McReynolds

Austin Joseph McRoberts

MaKenna Anderson McWilliams

Leah Davis Mellinger♦θ

Patrick James Kevin Mencer

Tayshaun Ricardo Meniefield

Lily Madelon Meyer

Madison Jeanette Micco

Jon Joseph Michael♦∆■

Cambria Renee Mickley

Aamiyah Ranelle Mike-Johnson

Gavin Michael Miller

Jonathan Michael Minger

Kyle Joseph Malik Moore

Steven Eugene Mowery

Carter James Mucci∆■

Erin Nicole Muckley♦∆■

Bradley Allen Mull

Maggie Jo Mutchler♦∆■

Zoelle Annalizabeth Myers♦

Luke Adam Nagy

Samuel Ray Neading

Kallie Jane Nyland

Diego Alejandro Ortega-Tesorero✤

Ariel Simcha Oyler♦∆■

Landon Werner Ozenghar

Carmen Michael Papaleo■

Malaina Nicole Paradis♦∆

Beau Mark Parent♦∆■

Evelyn Ruth Parr♦∆O*

Kaden Warren Pascu

Miranda Lindsey Patterson

Griffin O’Rourke Pearce

Stone Joseph Peeler

Myah Grace Peterson♦Oθ*

Sophia Renay Petrakis

Ethan Troy Philpott

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Greyson David Phister

Hannah Marie Pierson♦

Andrea Mackenzie Pifer∆■

MacKenna Madesen Plotts

Katelyn Nicole Premier

Dakota James Preusser

Gabrielle Ryan Pritchett

Ava Maria Pukansky

Nikita Ashlynn Ramos

Fares Munir Rashdan

Britany Pamela Raymundo Brito

James Bristol Ready

Brendon Edwin-Gintz Reale

Preston Scott Reich

Thomas Randolph Rice♦∆

Nigel Alexander Richards

Simon George Richards

Jermya Sue Robinson

Olivia Panayiota Rocco

Cherish Cheyenne Ross

Kristina Marie Rossio

McKenna Faith Rouse

Elena Marie Royer

Mia Rose Russo♦∆■

Stanley Leo Salamon

Zachary Michael Sams∆■

Claire Hamilton Sanders♦∆

Rai’Ven Ajarai Sanders

Joseph Isaiah Scarpino♦

Haden Ferrari Scott♦■

Colin Edward Sedon♦∆

Samuel Allen Selby♦

Luke Jeremiah Senften♦∆*

Caden Paul Severson

Isaiah Terrill Shackleford

Roman Gabriel Shaheen♦∆Oθ*

Noah Mitchell Shankleton

Emily Jane Shawk

Danielle Nicole Shoemaker

Mason Ronald Sieloff

Nicholas Bryce Silvestri

Amiya Annette Smith

Dru Ann Smith♦∆

Fernando Isaiah Lee Smith♦

Lily Raine Smith

Nevaeh Blake Smith

Corbin Jason Smolik

Abigaile Mae Smrdel♦∆

Alaina Jade Snyder

Carson Michael Snyder

Emma Noelle Snyder♦∆

Isaac Robert Sommers♦

Andrew John Spring

Nathaniel Christian Spring

Kelsey Marie Staley

Natalie Lynn Stepanovich♦∆

Kelsey Paige Stephenson

Makyah Anthony Stergis

Matthew Joseph Stieglitz

Kamariya Javionna Stokes

Andrew Daniel Strickland♦θ

Layne Stanley Studer

Morgan Katree Suggs

Melissa Lynn Sumser

Shawn Allen Swager

Mason Gregory Merle Sweeney

Davaughn Isaiah Swift

Madisyn Grace Sylvester

Brooke Leslie Denise Tallman∆

Kyra Irene Lynn Taylor

Ghielan Maria Tejano

Calla Dakota Theodore

Ryan Oliver Theriault

Aiden Joseph Thomas

Cor’Zon Latrell Garrett Thomas

Jaden Nakia Thomas

Jaiden Izayah Evan Thomas

Tristan Johnathan Thomas

Luc Christopher Thompson

Alvin Baltazary Toe

Peyton Xavier Tolley♦

Brodie Michael Tomovcik

Maravi Justine Trace

Alyssa Nicole Tucker

Dakota Andrew Harold Turowski

Aleah Kay Unkefer♦∆■

Andrew John Urban♦∆

Carol Rodilet Valdez

Jacob Marvin VanBuren

Gracie Marie VanCamp

Aleksandra Velickovic

Natalie Marie Volzer

Simon David VonLindt

Lucas William Wachunas♦

Jena Marie Wagner

Kamiya Niree Lavette Walker

Nicholas Allan Walter

Seth John Michael Walter

Aidan James-Xavier Walters

Jada Rose Warfield

Carmyn Alexis Warren♦∆

Avery Andrew Weimer

James Ralph Weir

Kate Louise Weisbrod♦∆■O

Dante Thorne Weisser

Vanessa Evangelyn Wellman♦∆■

Brandon Michael Werstler♦

Madison Renea Wetzel

Nila Sage White

Hunter James Whitt■

Jacob Ray Williams

Joshua David Williams

Noah James Williams♦

Seth Michael Williams

Sydnie Ann Wilson

Madison Shayle Wiman

Dylan Richard Wolfe♦∆■θ

Caiden Laughlin Wood

Trent James Woods

Taylee Marie Worley♦∆■

Kathrin Katerina Wuchnick♦∆■

Brendon Nicholas Yacko

Lindsey Marie Yocum♦∆

Davonta Nathaniel Young

Emily Kay Zaksek

Ashley Nicole Zander

Haley Melissa Zorn

Hayden Allen Brinkman Zufall

Sarah Elizabeth Zwick

GLENOAK FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS

Daniele Falsaperla∆

Milena Fortes Trigo Rocha

Charlotte Stefano Katelijne Jan Naelaerts

Johanna Lina Schmidt

Francesco Vialardi

Leandra Waldis

In loving memory of fellow classmate, Delaney Riley. Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.

SYMBOLS OF ACHIEVEMENT

The following symbols denote exceptional student accomplishments.

♦ Diploma with Honors – Students receiving a Diploma with Honors have met the required criteria set forth by the Ohio Department of Education.

∆ National Honor Society – NHS members are wearing gold cords and officers are wearing blue and gold cords. Students met the community service, attendance and academic standards set forth by GlenOak High School for four years.

■ Four Year Recipient of Academic Letter – Recognized students are wearing a green and gold cord. Students who have earned the Academic Letter have met the community service requirement of 120 hours over three years, attendance and academic standards set forth by the GlenOak High School Administration committee for the past four years.

O Spanish Honor Society or French Honor Society – Honoring students who have been inducted into the Spanish or French honor society.

θ Mu Alpha Theta – Honoring students inducted into the Mathematics Honor Society.

* International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Candidates – International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme candidates have completed all coursework set forth by The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Programme.

✤ Seal of Biliteracy – The Seal of Biliteracy is an award given in recognition of students who have studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation.

BOLD 4.0+ Student GPA

Italic Fine Arts Specialization

LAST DAY OF School

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the families who participated in the #PLSLastDay social media campaign by submitting photos of their children on the last day of school. Thank you for your invaluable contributions and for being an integral part of our wonderful Plain Local Schools family. Go Eagles!

Wednesday, July 12 @ 6 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 18 @ 6 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 4 @ 10 a.m.

And we’ve ALWAYS been here. As our community’s ONLY locally owned and operated health system, we have ALWAYS been committed to providing you with the very best in care, wellness, education, insurance and more … because you matter.

2023-2024 Important Dates

August 4

Schedules in Home Access Center

August 14

Freshmen and Career Tech Orientation

6:00pm

August 15

Oakwood Open House Grade 7

6:00pm

August 15

Oakwood Open House Grade 8 7:30pm

August 16

Glenwood Open House Grade 5 6:00pm

August 16

Glenwood Open House Grade 6 7:30pm

August 17

Elementary Grades 1-4

Open House A-L 5:30pm

August 17

Elementary Grades 1-4 Open House M-Z 7:00pm

August 18

Transition Day Grades 5, 7 & 9

August 21

First Day All students (Except Kindergarten)

August 22

Kindergarten Open House (By appointment)

August 23

Kindergarten Open House (By appointment)

August 24

Kindergarten Begins Last Names A-L

August 25

Kindergarten Begins

Last Names M-Z