2019 Mitchell HS Graduation section

Mitchell High School Class of

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CONGRATULATIONS MITCHELL CLASS OF 2019!

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Leyton Allen Jon & Kim Allen I plan to Major in Electrical and Computer Engineering at USI

Alexzander Asbery Bobby & JoAnne Asbery I plan to enlist in the United States Marine Corp

Dylan Asbery Matthew Asbury Crystal G. Asbery, Justin W. Brian Asbury, Cathy Morgan Asbery I plan to enter the workforce I plan to enter the workforce

Heaven Baker Eric & Dierdra Baker I plan to enlist in the United States Air Force

Jesse Bales Robin Bales I plan to become a Journalist

The history of the graudation cap Graduation ceremonies are a tradition that dates back to the first high schools and universities. While many aspects of graduation ceremonies have evolved over the years, the graduation cap has remained a hallmark of such ceremonies.

Graduation caps are one of the most visible aspects of graduation dress. Many scholars believe the mortarboard style cap graduates don was developed from the biretta, a similar-looking Italian hat worn by Roman Catholic clergy. In the 12th and 13th centuries, students and teachers typically wore clerical clothing because the church was highly influential at this time. Medieval universities helped inspire academic dress, including the familiar graduation cap.

Mortarboards are shaped like a square, perhaps to give them a scholarly appearance like a book or to represent the shape of a quad on the campus of England’s Oxford University, where many graduation dress customs are believed to have originated. Others theorize that the

mortarboard, which is named after the flat board used by bricklayers and masons, represents the skill of a master workman.

Many graduation caps were initially black or gray. According to the graduation information site Graduation Source, when color photography became the norm in the 20th century, schools began to use gowns and caps in different shades because they would show up in photographs. Schools often coordinate caps and gowns so their colors reflect their official school colors.

While certain degrees warrant different styles of gown, cowls and hoods, mortarboard caps are relatively standard. In addition to the cap, there is a single button at the top. Tassels hang from these buttons. At commencement, tassels are traditionally worn on the right side of the cap and then moved to the left once graduates receive their diplomas.

Graduation caps are part of the larger scope of aca- graduates across the globe will don their caps and toss demic dress that comprises school traditions. Millions of them into the air later in celebration of their hard work.

Congratulations Mitchell Class of 2019

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Anna Beaty Kevin & Mhel Beaty I plan to attend IUPUI and major in Business Management and Accounting at the Kelley School of Business

Ian Beck Lorie Murphy & Doug Beck I plan to attend Barber school

Kealen Bennett Heather Bennett, Jessie Bennett I plan to attend college to become a Psychologist/ Psychiatrist

Devin Blackwell Arthur Blair Amanda & Robbie Blackwell Steve & April Blair I plan to become a barber I plan to pursue a career in the Arts

Dayson Blackwell Amanda Blackwell, Robbie Blackwell I plan to enter the workforce

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James Brown Mike & Kim Earl, Anthony Brown I plan to enter the workforce

Jasmine Blais Chris & Amanda Blais I plan to study Nursing at the University of Southern Indiana

Alex Bowles Logan Boyer Lori & Chris Bowles Jeff & Rachel Boyer I plan to enter the workforce I plan to study Graphic Design at Vincennes University

Brandon Brazzell Amy Brazzell, Brian Brazzell I plan to enter the workforce

Kamryn Bridges Darren Bridges, Karen Bridges I plan to major in Psychological Science at Purdue University

Briston Bundy Andy Bundy, Lora Kern I plan to earn a Batchelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and join the Bass Fishing Team at the University of Southern Indiana

Nathaniel Bush Amanda Payton, Danny Payton I plan to attend Vincennes University to Study Fire & Science Technology to become a career firefighter

Dalton Chowning Leslie Wade, Scott Wade I plan to continue working as a firefighter

Jesse Clark Dalton Clark Troy & Tracy Clark I plan to study Computer Engineering at the University of Evansville

Elizabeth Case Lanny & Deanna Case I plan to attend Florida College

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To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream, not only plan, but also believe.” -Anatole France

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Shane Conley Michael & Melissa Conley I plan to study Information Technology and Cyber Security at Vincennes University

Shelby Cooper Kimberly Cooper & James Scott Cooper I plan to study Cosmetology and Art

Kirk Denny Jennifer Caruso, Don Denny I plan to enroll in the Ford ASSET Program at Parkland College

Lisa Eager Tammy Barnett Eager, Marty Eager I plan to attend IU Southeast to become a teacher

Lars Eller Cora Elmes Tina Lee, Mike Lee Tony & Tammy Elmes I plan to enter the workforce I plan to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at USI

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Katherine DeLawter Risha & Michael DeLawter I plan to major in Stage Management at Ball State University

Jada Ely Nolan England Louisa Ely, Stacey Ely Michael & Marci England I plan to enter the workforce I plan to attend Ivy Tech Community College

“Every person you meet knows something you don’t; learn from them.” ~H. Jackson Brown

Congratulations graduates of 2019 Set out each day believing in your dreams and know that you can do great things!

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Parish England Matt England, Robyn Conn I plan to attend barber college while continuing my career as a firefighter

Kinley Day Lori & Curt Day I plan to major in Biology at the University of Southern Indiana

Damara Fox Steven Fox, Valerie Mitchell I plan to study Nursing

Nathan Gratzer Matthew Gaines Les Gaines, Kattie Chambers Dennis Gratzer, Nikki Gratzer I plan to enter the workforce I plan to major in Game Design at Indiana University

Ethan Grissom Adonica Grissom, Billy Grissom I plan to become a career firefighter and paramedic

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Savannah Cravens Kathy Luttrell & Jim Cravens I plan to attend USI to earn a degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

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2019 Mitchell Graduates and surrounding schools

Alex Haas Joshua & Heather Haas I plan to earn an Apprenticeship for HVAC

Gracie Haas Jason Haas, Betty Haas I plan to attend USI to pursue a career in Nursing

Corbin Haley Dakota Hackney Viola Padget, Kevin Hackney Heidi & Toby King

Jacob Hollars Lori Hollars and Ron Hollars I plan to attend college

Akacia Howe Travis Howe & Elisha Porter I plan to attend college

Bethany Hudson Steve Hudson & Jackie Hudson I plan to major in PrePhysical Therapy at USI

Andrea Jaggers Jessica Elaine Jaggers & Steven Dean Jaggers, Jr. I plan to attend Indiana University to pursue a degree in Game Design

Bryan Hamm Joni Clock, Randall Hamm I plan to attend Ivy Tech Community College

Jacob Heshelman Ron & Judy Heshelman I plan to attend Vincennes University

Tyson James Paul & Kristi James, Melissa Barrow I plan to study Civil Engineering at USI

Charles Johnson Charles Johnson, Carrie Johnson I plan to attend Vincennes University to pursue a career in firefighting

Questions to ask before taking a gap year High school seniors are on the cusp of significant change as they begin their final year of secondary school.

As students try to decide what to do after high school, many will be preoccupied with applying to college and exploring their interests in the hopes of finding the right subject to study upon enrolling in college or university.

Students consider those weighty decisions while simultaneously preparing to leave home for the first time and focusing on their schoolwork.

While the vast majority of high school seniors will enroll in a college or university in the fall after they earn their high school diplomas, a small but growing number of teenagers are taking gap years. A gap year is a year away from the classroom between high school and college that students use to gain more life experience as they try to decide what they want to do with the rest of their lives.

The Gap Year Association notes that gap year planning should be conducted with purpose and intent. While the gap year need not be as structured as a typical school year, a year entirely free of structure might not provide the insight students are hoping for. In fact, the Gap Year Association recommends students answer the following questions before taking a gap year so they can be sure they’re making the best decision possible.

How can I make college possible after my gap year?

The Gap Year Association recommends students confirm whether they need to defer, take a leave of absence or arrange for a Consortium Agreement in order to enroll in college after their gap years. Make a note of all deadlines, including when tuition deposits are due, before taking a gap year so your enrollment is not jeopardized.

How long do I have for my gap year?

Fitting a gap year into existing academic structures should allow students ample time to get what they want out of their gap years and still afford them the chances to earn money via summer jobs. So students who plan to travel or volunteer overseas should aim to do so during the months they would normally be in school.

Should I go with a group or go it alone?

Students should assess how they have fared in collaborative situations in the past as they try to decide if a group setting or something more independent is best for them. Students may fare better in teams or working alone, and that can be used to inform their decisions.

Where do I want to be, and what do I want to do?

However, students who want to challenge themselves to A lack of purpose or direction during a gap year will grow may benefit by making a decision that takes them not provide students with much insight into themselves out of their comfort zones. and the world. Students should determine where they want to be and what they want to do (i.e., volunteer, How much structure do I need? teach, etc.) before deciding to take a gap year.

Some students may take gap years to get a break from the structure of student life. But students should be What is my budget? honest with themselves when assessing just how little Gap years can be enlightening, but they also can be structure they can handle. A year completely free from expensive. Students should figure out how they’re gostructure can be disorganized and therefore not as en- ing to finance their gap years in advance. Students who lightening as students hope. In addition, students must will need to work during their gap years should make consider safety concerns when deciding how much sure work does not take up so much time that the goal structure they want. Going it alone with very little struc- of their gap year, namely learning about oneself, is comture may put students in compromising, unsafe situa- promised. tions, a potentially dangerous course for students who Gap years can help students learn about themselves. have spent their lives within the often protective con- But like many of the other decisions facing teenagers fines of school and family. as they prepare to graduate high school, the decision to take a gap year requires careful consideration of a host of factors.

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Wants To Wish The Graduating Class Of 2019 Congratulations!

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Michael Keefe Michael P Keefe, Becky Keefe I plan to enter the workforce

Joseph Kidd Jansen Keynon Anne Dorsett, Gary Keynon I plan to enter the workforce

Matthew King Miranda & Paul Gillespie, Steven & Nicole King I plan to study Cyber Security at IUPUI

Olivia Lagle Shannon & David Lagle I plan to major in Biochemistry at Butler University

Abby Leonard Kim Leonard & the late Brent Leonard I plan to attend the University of Southern Indiana

Different ways to showcase a diploma After all the pomp and circumstance of graduation festivities, graduates are left holding a highly symbolic piece of paper that has the potential to impact the rest of their lives. Graduates can exhibit pride in their academic accomplishments by prominently displaying their diplomas in their homes.

The following are some ideas about how graduates can showcase their diplomas, whether those diplomas were earned in the recent past or decades ago.

Frames One of the more traditional ways to display a diploma is to have the document professionally mounted and framed under glass. Consider framing with UV-protective glass to prevent the diploma from fading through the years. Avoid having your diploma permanently affixed to the back of a frame or plaque so it can be removed should the frame or plaque become damaged.

Much like a cherished piece of artwork, diplomas can be displayed on walls in a home. They can fit in well as conversation pieces in a sitting room, home office, hallway, or library setting.

Surround with molding Framed diplomas can be made to look more ornate when built into the design of the room. Coordinate it with bookshelves or molding laid out throughout the space. Some accent lighting can draw further attention to the document.

Bound books For those who would rather not display their diplomas on the wall, consider sealing the diploma in a photo album or have it classically bound in a decorative book.

Include photos of graduation or other special accomplishments in one’s school or professional career to complete the book. The diploma also can be scanned and coffee table. It also can be affixed to a wooden side table digitally reprinted before being added to a custom-made and clear-coated so that it becomes another source of photo memory book, with the real document tucked conversation in a sitting room. away for safe keeping.

Diplomas are hard-earned and worthy of display. With some creativity, grads can incorporate their diplomas Personalized tables into their home decor.Work the diploma into home decor in another fashion. Graduates who do not plan on moving the diploma can place it into a display case or in a glass peekaboo

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Kara Loveless Michael Loveless & Staci Loveless

Reid Marlow Chris & Tina Marlow I plan to attend Lincoln Tech to become a Diesel Technician

Cody Miles Evan Mattingly Walter & Autumn Miles Dorothy Wagner I plan to enter the workforce I plan to study HVAC at Ivy Tech Community College

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Peyton Moore Scott & Courtney Moore I plan to attend Ivy Tech Community College

Devin Oster David & Roberta Oster I plan to attend Purdue University to study Game Design and Cyber security

Allyson Passmore John & Melissa Passmore I plan to major in Elementary Education at the University of Southern Indiana

Levi Patton Mary D. Driskill-Patton & Paul L. Patton I plan to enter the workforce

Haley Miller Mike Miller, Crystal Miller I plan to study Elementary Education at IUPUI

Marah Pennington Linda Pennington I plan to study Early Childhood Education at Ivy Tech Community College

CONGRATULATIONS

Mitchell High School Class of 2019 Graduates!

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Cody Petty Scott & Erin Petty I plan to study construction at Vincennes University

Joseph Pitel Mike & Amy Pitel I plan to work in Carpentry and Woodworking

Ethan Pridemore Kamala Blevins, Brian Pridemore I plan to study Cyber Security at Ivy Tech Community College

Liam Quaas Kathy & Scott Quaas I plan to study Ecological, Evolutionary, Environmental Biology at Purdue University

Katelyn Ray Jerry Ray Jr. & Crystal Ray I plan to attend college to study Culinary Arts

Macy Robbins Ben Robbins, Sandra Robbins I plan to attend Olney Central College to become a physical therapist

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Ashley Sanders Travis & Denise Sanders I plan to enlist in the United States Air Force

Andrea Shaw Kamden Schrader Staci Dotts I plan to enter the workforce

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Caleb Smale Angie Brooking, Jim Smale

Drew Simpson Ross & Jill Simpson I plan to enlist in the United States Air Force

Tristen Sites Mary-Beth Sites, Matthew Sites I plan to attend college to become a career firefighter

Jalen Slutzky Brad Slutzky and Kim Arter, Holly Russell and Robin Russell I plan to study Computer Science and Video Game Design at Indiana University

DeAndra Stroud Eric & April Stroud I plan to attend Ivy Tech Community College

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Thomas Symcox Joanne Symcox I plan to attend the University of Southern Indiana

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Kaleb Taflinger Michael Taflinger, Jennifer Taflinger I plan to study Nursing at Ivy Tech Community College

Emma Terrell Dedra Terrell & Micah Terrell I plan to attend the University of Southern Indiana

Tatelyn Terrell Shannon & Amy Terrell, Brandy & Tom Jones (Parents), Heather & Randy Baker (Guardians) I plan to enter the workforce

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Ian Tincher Dan & Crystal Tincher I plan to attend college

Ashton Tredway Jonathan Tredway & Katrina Clifton I plan to attend Mt Hood Community College for Mortuary Science

Heather Wade Kree Walt Gage Webster Jerry Wade, Kimberly Wade Darren & Joy Walt Jennifer Gerkin, Matt I plan to enter the workforce I plan to become a firefighter Webster I plan to enter the workforce at the fire department

Amelia Wilkinson Susan & Wendell Wilkinson I plan to study Occupational Therapy and Dance at Ball State University

Lauren Wilson Steve & Amy Wilson I plan to major in Dental Hygiene at IUPUI

Lauren Woods Georgia & Shannon Woods I plan to study Theatre Arts and Mortuary Science at the University of Minnesota

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Alexander Zile Irene Stockton, Robert Zile I plan to attend Purdue University in Exploratory studies program

Skylar Workman Jori Workman & Jason Wesner I plan to attend the University of Southen Indiana

Eliza Zeeks Jason & Lori Zeeks I plan to major in Mortuary Science at Vincennes University

Mitchell High School Class of 2019

The entire Mitchell Community congratulates you on this great accomplishment! Earning your Mitchell Diploma as a member of the one hundred forty-forth graduating class of M.H.S. is an honor that no one can ever take away from you. Moving forward to the next chapter of your life, I encourage you to reach for the stars and not look back to this as your “greatest” accomplishment!

Each one of you are unique and were born with talents that can take you anywhere in the world. Wherever you go and whatever you do, remember where you are from and the values that this great school family and community taught you. Never forget the hard work and special individuals that helped you make it to this day. A great Hoosier once said.”When you dream, dream big....when you plan, plan for a thousand years!

It’s always a great day to be a Bluejacket!

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