2021 Graduates

District Five Annual Meeting Agenda

Sunday, June 27, 2021 • Hosted by Lodge 81, Needville 13609 Violet Street • Needville, Texas 77461

12 to 1 p.m. - Registration/Lunch Lunch: Barbecue Chicken and all the trimmings 1:30 p.m. - Meeting

Youth Contest Registration: Rock Decorating Contest * See SPJST Youth Handbook regarding rules for the contest

Camp Kubena..................................................................................Catherine Manchack Czech Heritage Museum....................................................................Carolyn Beseda Senior Living..................................................................................Bradley Stavinoha

Call Meeting to Order...........................................................................Ashley Victorick Pledge of Allegiance.............................................................District Youth Members Welcome by Lodge 81......................................................................Vincent Newman Roll Call of Officers .......................................................................To Be Appointed Roll Call of Lodges..............................................................................To Be Appointed Recognition of Special Guests...............................................................J.R. Coleman Treasurer’s Report............................................................................Kerry Herrington Reading of Minutes..............................................................................To Be Appointed FAC Report.............................................................................................Clay Zapalac Memorial Service..........................................................................District Five Youth District Director’s Report..............................................................Bradley Stavinoha Supreme Lodge Report.............................Chief Financial Officer Leonard Mikeska Regional General Agent’s Report....................................................Kerry Herrington District Youth Counselor’s Report.....................................Melissa Victorick-Brown

Standing Committee Reports

By-Law........................................................................................Dorothy Pflughaupt

Finance..............................................................................................Ashley Victorick

Insurance..........................................................................................Kerry Herrington

Publication.........................................................................................Baley Stavinoha

Old Business

New Business

Audit Committee

Election of 2021-2022 District Officers Announcement of Youth Contest Winners..............................Melissa Victorick-Brown Selection of Annual Meeting Host - Lodge 196, Houston-West General Announcements Installation of District and Youth Officers.........................................Bradley Stavinoha Adjournment

Note: All District Five lodges are asked to provide five door prizes. —SPJST— KAYLIE MEASELS

Kaylie is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton and a graduate of McMullen County ISD. She is the daughter of Dale and Patricia Measels and the granddaughter of Ed and Janet Measles.

Kaylie’s honors include Valedictorian, two-time golf state qualifier, five-time FFA state qualifier, and National Honor Society.

Kaylie plans to be an actuary.

ADAM CHRISTOPHER COLE

Adam is a member of Lodge 25, Ennis and a graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles with a bachelor of science degree in computer science. He is the son of Cathy and Bill Cole and the grandson of Dorothy and Wesley Prachyl and Janice Jo Cole.

Adam’s accomplishments include manager for the UCLA Men and Women Water Polo teams and member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity.

Adam will work for ThingLogix, a tech company in the San Francisco Bay area.

DAVID HEJLSOPHIE MILAN

Sophie is a member of Lodge 154, Fort Worth and a graduate of the University of Texas, Austin with a degree in corporate communication. She is the daughter of Talon and Lesli Milan and the granddaughter of Jerry and Henrietta Milan and Karyn and Harold Draper. Sophie’s accomplishments/honors include graduating in three years, Dean’s List; Lambda Pi Eta, and Communication Honor Society. Sophie will continue work towards a masters degree in marketing, and work abroad for two years.

PAUL RYLEE HUTKA

Paul is a member of Lodge 47, Seaton and a graduate of St. Joseph’s Catholic High School, Bryan. He is the son of Dr. Marcus and Kelli Hutka and grandson of Judy Hutka and Dr. John G. Hutka (deceased).

Paul’s activities/honors include Eagle Scout, Order of the Arrow, National Honor Society, varsity football, soccer, baseball, and first chair - trombone - three years.

Paul’s future is Texas A&M Corps of Cadets.

“You have already proven that you can accomplish many things . . . next step - A&M Corps of Cadets! We are so proud of you, and we love you to the moon and back!” Nana and Your Heavenly Stařiček, Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins KYLEIGH M. HRUSKA

Kyleigh is a member of Lodge 9, Snook and a graduate of Snook High School. She is the daughter of Justin and Rebekah (See) Hruska and the granddaughter of John and Dorothy See of Snook, Julie Hruska of Lyons, and John and Sandra Hruska of Caldwell.

Kyleigh’s honors/activities include honor graduate and member of the National Honor Society. She also actively participated in 4-H, FFA, HOSA, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and was a member of the Snook Lady Jay Varsity volleyball, basketball, softball and track team. Over the past year, Kyleigh served as president of SPJST Lodge 9, Snook Youth Club, Snook 4-H Club, Burleson County 4-H Exchange, and Burleson County 4-H Council. Upon graduation, Kyleigh will have completed 33 hours of college credit through dual credit enrollment. Several highlights through her participation in school and organizations have been: Crowned the 2012-2013 SPJST State Duchess. Crowned the 2020 Burleson County Fair Queen. Recipient of the 4-H Bronze Star, Silver Star, Gold Star, and I Dare You awards. Kyleigh was the recipient of the following scholarships: Burleson County Fair Queen Scholarship; Burleson County Fair Queen Ticket Sales Scholarship; Burleson County Fair Association Scholarship; Theodora Y. Justice Memorial State Scholarship Award (HOSA); Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative Scholarship of Excellence; SPJST Leadership Grant - Joe B. Hejny Scholarship; Texas Extension Education Association District 9 Scholarship; Texas 4-H Foundation HLSR Scholarship; Snook Lions Club Scholarship; Burleson County Go Texan Cecil Harlien Memorial Scholarship; Seth Broesche Memorial Scholarship; Houston Livestock and Rodeo Exhibitor Scholarship; Philip R. Patton HCA-Healthcare (HOSA) Scholarship; Texas Gas Association Scholarship; Snook EEA Scholarship; Texas A&M University Opportunity Award Scholarship; and Texas A&M University Presidents Endowed Scholarship.

From the moment Kyleigh was carried out of the hospital in her Aggie gear, to the first Aggie football game she attended, to seeing her cousin receive her Aggie ring at the Association of Former Students on Ring Day - she knew an Aggie was all she ever wanted to be. Kyleigh has grown up to know and love the traditions and opportunities Texas A&M has to offer. She would like to continue the family tradition by attending Texas A&M University, just as her mom, uncles, and cousins have. She wants to be a member of the Fighting Texas Aggie Class of 2025, not just because of her desire, but also to experience the endless Aggie opportunities, to join the Aggie Network, and then one day give back and help others.

Growing up, Kyleigh loved to care for and help others in need. Since she was six years old, she has been a member of SPJST, and a member of 4-H since the age of eight. Throughout her participation in these clubs, Kyleigh has been privileged to participate in a multitude of community service projects where they provided some type of assistance for those who cannot do for or help themselves. Over the years, Kyleigh has become a leader and role model for younger kids by participating in these organizations. Her plans are to attend Texas A&M University in the fall of 2021 and complete a Bachelor of Science in Allied Health and apply for the Second Degree BSN track program in nursing at the Texas A&M College of Nursing. She would like to pursue this additional nursing degree which would allow her to work in the NICU or in pediatrics. This has been her dream since she walked out of the Health Science Center campus on a tour. It is engrained in her to give back - and working with children and helping them is something that Kyleigh finds joy in.

“Congratulations, Kyleigh Marie! To say we are proud of you and your efforts is an understatement.

We look forward to seeing you continue to grow and can’t wait to see where the next adventure takes you. We love you!” Mom, Dad, J. Beaux, and Jase

LANDON LIPSCOMB

Landon is a member of Lodge 25, Ennis and a graduate of Ennis High School. He is the son of Rel and Lisa Lipscomb and the grandson of Adell Rejcek and the late Clement Rejcek and the late Norris and Pat Lipscomb.

Landon’s future plan is to become a licensed electrician.

WILLIS MATHEW HOLDER

Matt is a member of Lodge 38, Kovar and a graduate of Smithville High School. He is the son of Sheri Holder and the grandson of Dorothy Lastovica and the late Stanley Lastovica.

Matt plans to attend culinary school. AMANDA ELIZABETH HOGGARD

Amanda is a member of Lodge 202, Jourdanton and a graduate of Ringling College of Art and Design with a bachelors of fine arts degree - illustration. She is the daughter of Sandra Hoggard and the granddaughter of Lloyd and Bettie House. Amanda’s accomplishments/honors include Ringling President’s Scholarship and Marathon Petroleum Scholarship recipient all four years, SPJST State Royalty Scholarship, SPJST State Merit Scholarship, and SPJST Leadership Grant recipient. As a junior, she was selected for Ringling’s study abroad program in Florence, Italy. Amanda was elected Ringling Student Government Senior Representative, and she graduated with honors. Amanda is currently working on freelance projects including logo and advertising development and commissioned paintings. She is pursuing opportunities to create packaging design for products.

“We are so proud of you! Can’t wait to see where your creativity and artistic talent will take you!” Mom, Lane, Sam, Grandma, and Grandpa

Congratulations! We are proud of you!

ALEXANDRIA RENAE JOHNSON

Alexandria is a member of Lodge 187, Round Rock and a graduate of Manor New Tech High School. She is the daughter of Ruby Carter and Michael Johnson and the granddaughter of Linda Johnson.

Alexandria’s future plan is veterinarian/US Air Force.

“Congratulations! You have grown to be a beautiful young woman. We are so very proud of you. Good luck and best wishes in your future.”