Academic All-Stars 2024
WADENA-DEER
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Hannah Dosdall
Grade point average: 3.96
Parents’ names: Melissa Dosdall
School activities: Band, Knowledge Bowl, Student Council, NHS, Golf
Hobbies, interests: Playing guitar, coloring, quilting, and cooking.
Future plans: Attend the University of MN Duluth and major in Teaching Mathematics.
Lola Pulver
Grade point average: 4.000
Parents’ names: Stephanie and Mike Pulver School activities: Volleyball, National Honor Society, Knowledge Bowl, Basketball, Softball, Cross Country, Track and Field, Concert Band, Fall Play, and Student Council.
Hobbies, interests: Reading and spending time at the lake.
Future plans: Attending the University of North Dakota and majoring in Biology.
Simon Kreklau
Grade point average: 4.000
Parents’ names: Susan & Joseph Kreklau
School activities: Baseball, Basketball, Football, NHS, Band, Choir.
Hobbies, interests: Baseball, Basketball, Football, playing guitar.
Future plans: Attend NDSU to major in biology.
Macey Goeden
Grade point average: 4.000
Parents’ names: Kevin and Gail Goeden
School activities: Cross Country, Track, Knowledge Bowl, National Honor Society, Formation of Christian Athletes, Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Student Council.
Hobbies, interests: Swing dancing, square dancing, line dancing, drawing, playing piano, and biking.
Future plans: I plan on attending North Dakota State University in the fall and majoring in radiological sciences.
Colby Schmid
Grade point average: NA
Parents’ names: Mark and Bobbi Jo Schmid School activities: Trap.
Hobbies, interests: Motors, the lake, snowmobiles, jet skis, trucks, cars, adrenaline, snow skiing and snowboarding, going fast. Future plans: Welding and getting married.
Libby Hartman
Grade point average: 3.929
Parents’ names: Bill and Deb Hartman School activities: Tennis, Golf, NHS, Yearbook, Knowledge Bowl, Concert Band, and Jazz Band.
Hobbies, interests: Playing/watching sports, playing piano, reading, and thrifting.
Future plans: Attending Iowa State University and majoring in Animals Sciences on the pre-vet track.
Grade point average: 3.921
Parents’ names: Ross and Melissa Seelhammer School activities: Football, wrestling, baseball, national honor society. Hobbies,
Isabelle Larson
Grade point average: 3.9
Parents’ names: Jesse and Stephanie Larson
School activities: Volleyball, boys basketball manager, track and field, student council, NHS, band, choir, jazz band, class officer. Hobbies, interests: Shopping, watching sporting events, hanging out with friends, and working out. Future plans: Attend the University of Minnesota and major in Biology.
Anna Guo
Grade point average: 4.000
Parents’ names: Ying Lin and Faqin Guo
School activities: BPA, NHS, Student Council, Volleyball, Golf, Fall Play, Knowledge Bowl, Band and Choir. Hobbies, interests: Hanging out with friends, reading, singing, and traveling. Future plans: Attend a 4-year university and possibly law school.
Brianna Yglesias
Grade point average: NA
Parents’ names: Amy Yglesias and Cody Yglesias
School activities: Band, Chior, NHS.
Hobbies, interests: Hanging out with friends, hiking, traveling, listening to music. Future plans: Undecided
Gracie Ames
Grade point average: 3.94
Parents’ names: Bob and Tina Ames
School activities: Cheer, Student Council, National Honor Society.
Hobbies, interests: I like to be creative, listen to music, and do anything that gets my brain working.
Future plans: I plan to pursue a career that involves both mathematics, and involves people.
KatieRae Fiemeyer
Grade point average: 4.000
Parents’ names: Jil Fiemeyer and David Fiemeyer
School activities: BPA, Fall Play, National Honor Society, One Act Play, Tennis and Yearbook.
Hobbies, interests: Quilting, Painting, Playing tennis, Listening/learning about music, Hanging out with friends, Designing shirts, cards, posters, etc.
Future plans: Major in Graphic Design at UND.
Peyton Church
Grade point average: 3.9
Parents’ names: Tracy and Tyler Church
School activities: Basketball, baseball, and NHS
Hobbies, interests: Fishing, basketball, and golf.
Future plans: Attend college.
Grade point average: NA
Parents’ names: Rebecca & Adam Nemeth
School activities: NHS, BPA.
Hobbies, interests: Sports, learning more about science and personal finance
Future plans: Attend the University of Minnesota Twin Cities for chemical engineering Ean Nemeth
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interests: Watching and playing sports, deer hunting. Future plans: Attending the University of North Dakota. Grant
Grade point average: 3.85 Parents’ names: Greg and Anne Oldakowski School activities: Student Council, Yearbook, National Honor Society, Tennis, Band, Fall Play, Nordic Skiing, One Act Play, Knowledge Bowl, Golf, Track and Field, BPA, FCA. Hobbies, interests: I enjoy hiking, camping, playing piano and flute, and spending time with my friends. Future plans: I plan to attend the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point to major in Biology. Kelanie Oldakowski Unlimited Internet Broadband Up to 1Gig. CALL TODAY! 800-945-2163 | 218-837-5151 | www.wcta.net Congratulations Academic All Stars COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION, HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING. Serving Supermarkets, Convenience Stores, Warehouses, Restaurants and Bars, Ice Arenas, and more. Reach in and walk in coolers and freezers, ice machines, refrigerated store fixtures, ice cream machines. 24/7 Emergency Service! 218-631-3857 CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES! Dr. Timothy C. Neitzke • Dr. William J. Hartman 652 Jefferson St. N. • Wadena, MN 56482 218-631-1456 • www.azurevisioncare.com Providing caring, comprehensive eye care in a progressive, professional setting. Family Business for Over 61 Years Gasoline - Diesel Fuel - Heating Fuel - Propane for FARM - HOME - BUSINESS Eagle Bend 218.738.5198 Wadena 218.631.3192 Parkers Prairie 218.338.4391 STOP IN AND SEE US FOR ALL YOUR DENTAL NEEDS! Restorative • Implant • Cosmetic • Children O’KANE DENTAL CARE 145 Juniper Ave. NW, Wadena 218-631-2515 • okanedental.com Specializinginorthodontics forchildren,teens,andadults Dr. ToddAnderson, DDS,MS 320.762.2101| www.CentralLakesOrthodontics.com 124SWColfax- Wadena,MN56482 CENTRALLAKES ORTHODONTICS www.wadenastatebank.com Congratulations on a job well done! BLUFFTON • DEER CREEK • WADENA Congratulations!
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Academic All-Stars 2024
Grade point average: 3.91
Parents’ names: Steve Huhta and Nancy Huhta
School activities: BPA, NHS, Knowledge bowl, Band
Hobbies, interests: Playing the flute, reading, Knitting, hanging out with friends
Future plans: I plan on going to school in Finland for a year, and then going to BSU for Science Education.
Brianna George
Grade point average: 3.9
Parents’ names: Jesse and Jessica George
School activities: BPA, NHS, Track and Field, Cross Country, Student Council, Jazz Band and Trap Shooting
Hobbies, interests: Running, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Hiking, Shopping, and Traveling
Future plans: I plan on attending NDSU next year to major in Biology with goals of being a PA one day.
Ella Skaro
Grade point average: 4
Parents’ names: Jenifer and David Skaro
Grade point average: 3.993
Parents’ names: Murry & Amie Westberg
School activities: Speech, BPA, Knowledge Bowl, Jazz Band, Cross Country, Student Council, NHS Hobbies, interests: Running, traveling, hiking & yoga
Future plans: I plan on attending UND to double-major in Biology and Music and then going on to become a dentist.
Hunter George
Grade point average: 3.917
Parents’ names: Jessica George, Jesse George
School activities: Trap Shooting, NHS
Hobbies, interests: I love to hunt, shoot trap, fish, kayak, hike and travel
Future plans: I plan on attending M State in Wadena to become a Linesman
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School activities: Knowledge Bowl, National Honor Society, Business Professionals of America, Future Farmers of America, Student Council, Elementary and High School Wrestling
Hobbies, interests: Reading, Kayaking, Volunteering, Nannying, Swimming, Baking, Spending Time with Friends, Camping, Anything Wrestling-Related, Playing Card Games, Crossword
Puzzles
Future plans: I plan to get an elementary education degree and use it to open a daycare in which I will homeschool children. Doing this, I will help solve the one problem many parents have with homeschooling: the social aspect. Doing a daycare alongside a homeschooling program will allow children to get the social time that they need to thrive while also obtaining an education.
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Kaylie Westberg
point average: 3.776 Parents’ names: Amy & Jayson Savela School activities: FFA & knowledge bowl Hobbies, interests: Growing plants, learning Italian, and learning more about soil. Future plans: I plan to obtain a degree in plant science from the University of Minnesota, focused on sustainable plant health. Along with this, I plan to obtain a minor in soil science which I hope to use to create a career working with sustainable growing methods and research. Jacob
Grade point average: 4 Parents’ names: Kari Karl and Michael Petersen School activities: I am the current Minnesota State SkillsUSA President. I am also a Choir Board Member as well as the Band Treasurer. Besides that I am in Business Professionals of America (BPA), National Honor Society (NHS), and Knowledge-Bowl. Hobbies, interests: I love being outdoors biking, hiking, camping, hunting, and fishing! I also love to play sports with my friends and family, as well as attend professional sports games and concerts. Future plans: This summer I will be working full time at Community First Bank in Sebeka. In the fall I plan to attend the Police and Training Education program at Alexandria Community and Technical College! Reece Petersen Electrical Contracting Solar PV (Electricity) Kohler Generators Underground Utilities Call us at 218-837-5155 or toll free at 888-936-7448 www.zenergyguide.com 308 Frontage Road • Sebeka, MN 56477 Unlimited Internet Broadband Up to 1Gig. CALL TODAY! 800-945-2163 | 218-837-5151 | www.wcta.net Congratulations Academic All Stars www.communityfirstbankmn.com SEBEKA OFFICE: 218-837-5171 PO Box 311 • 115 Minnesota Ave. W. MENAHGA OFFICE: 218-564-4171 PO Box 250 • 21 Main St. N.E. VERNDALE Academic All-Stars 2024 WADENA-DEER CREEK • SEBEKA • VERNDALE Grade point average: 3.727 Parents’ names: Brian Hinman and Melissa Hinman Hobbies, interests: Working, Four Wheeling, Hunting and Fishing. Future plans: Attend an Electricians Apprenticeship Program. Grade point average: 3.908 Parents’ names: Erik and Melissa Olsson School activities: Volleyball, Golf, SADD, NHS, Band. Hobbies, interests: playing sports, reading, fishing, baking, church and hanging out with friends. Future plans: Attend Winona State University in the fall of 2024 and majoring in nursing with a minor in psychology. Grade point average: 3.788 Parents’ names: Michelle and Anthony Stanley School activities: Drama, Basketball, Track and Field. Hobbies, interests: Running. Future plans: Crown College for criminal justice. Grade point average: 3.78 Parents’ names: Maria Ervasti Hobbies, interests: Reading. Future plans: CLC for A.A.S. in Robotics. Grade point average: 4.0 Parents’ names: Erik and Sarah Gregerson School activities: Trap shooting and FFA. Hobbies, interests: Riding four wheeler and snowmobile. Future plans: Planning to attend mstate in Wadena for HVAC. Grade point average: 3.868 Parents’ names: Erwin Barney and Theresah Johnson School activities: Band, Knowledge Bowl. Hobbies, interests: Reading, Drawing, Working Out, Rollerblading. Future plans: I plan to major in mathematics at Bemidji State University. Afterwards, I’m not entirely sure where I plan to position myself, but I’m confident that I’ll make the most of wherever I end up. Grade point average: 4.0 Parents’ names: Jake and Maria Uselman School activities: Track and Field, Honor Society. Hobbies, interests: Snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, hanging out with friends, swimming, running, hiking. Future plans: Attend NDSU, get a degree in Mechanical Engineering, attend University of MN School of Dentistry, attain a DDS degree and become a dentist in Wadena, MN. Grade point average: 3.6 Parents’ names: Luke McManigle Jackie McManigle Future plans: I am going on to St Cloud Technical and Community college to study Pre-Sonography. Grade point average: 3.92 Parents’ names: Jason and Carol Ervasti School activities: Wrestling, SADD, weightlifting, and the Big Buddy Program. Hobbies, interests: Wrestling, weightlifting, hanging out with my family and pets, being outside, traveling, and art. Future plans: I will attend the University of Sioux Falls to continue my wrestling career and pursue a double major in Biology and Social Work. Grade point average: 3.73 Parents’ names: Matt and Polly Uselman School activities: Volleyball, Basketball, Golf, National Honor Society, SAAD. Hobbies, interests: Playing Sports, Hiking, Swimming, Weightlifting, Shopping, Traveling, Hanging out with Friends, Family Reunions, Meeting New People. Future plans: Going to Southwest Minnesota State University to major in Physical Education or Exercise Science and playing on the SMSU Women’s Golf Team. Grade point average: 3.8 Parents’ names: Barry and Dawn Captain School activities: Volleyball, Track, SADD member. Hobbies, interests: Outdoor activities. Future plans: Attend CLC at Brainerd for dental assisting. Grade point average: 3.81 Parents’ names: Kenneth and Milissa School activities: Football and Basketball. Hobbies, interests: Hunting and Fishing. Future plans: Attending Alexandria Technical College for Law Enforcement. Grade point average: 3.737 Parents’ names: Nan Hansen and Ed Kalk School activities: FFA, Drama, National Honor society, Trap Shooting, Speech and Band. Hobbies, interests: Mounting Antlers, Hunting, Fishing, Coin Collecting, and anything that is outdoors. Future plans: Go to college for a Forestry degree and hopefully start my own taxidermy business. Grade point average: 3.89 Parents’ names: Raye Ludovissie and Becky Ludovissie School activities: Volleyball,Basketball,Softball Hobbies, interests: Baking, reading, sports. Future plans: Attend MSUM and major in Elementary education with a minor in Psychology Apprenticeship Program. Grade point average: 3.97 Parents’ names: Dan and Rachel Johnson School activities: Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, National Honor Society (NHS), Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), Band, Choir, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), and Knowledge Bowl. Hobbies, interests: Play and watch sports, read, hangout with friends and family, and be outside. Future plans: Attend The University of Minnesota Morris to play basketball. Grade point average: 4.0 Parents’ names: Shannon and Kevin Ostlund School activities: Volleyball, Basketball, Choir, Show Choir, Colorguard, and Verndale National Honor Society. Hobbies, interests: Hunting, Fishing, and Reading. Future plans: Attend Minnesota State University Moorhead to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. Grade point average: 3.988 Parents’ names: Matthew and Jolene Elfstrum School activities: Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, Band, SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions). Hobbies, interests: I love reading, being active, spending time outdoors, and spending time with my family. Future plans: I plan to attend the University of Mary to major in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing and Catholic Studies. Grade point average: 4.0 Parents’ names: Bill and Sara Blaha School activities: Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, SADD, Student Council, National Honor Society. Hobbies, interests: Hiking, reading, and being on the lake with friends and family. Future plans: To attend University of Minnesota-Duluth to pursue a degree in Biology. With that, I will apply for Physician Assistant schooling. Gabriel Hinman Olivia Olsson Olivia StanleyIsrael ErvastiCarter GregersonLainie BarneyMichael UselmanAndrea McManigle Abigail ErvastiMallory UselmanKendra CaptainLogan Dick Ethan Kalk Reagen Ludovissie Taylor JohnsonAlyssa OstlundSarah Elfstrum Katie Blaha Bertha (218) 924-4055 | EagleBend (218) 738-6112 | Verndale (218) 445-5151 Congratulations, Reagen! CONGRATS CLASS OF 2024 Jordan Hinkle, broker 218-632-5036 www.hinklerealty.com • 119 Jefferson St. S., Wadena Unlimited Internet Broadband Up to 1Gig. 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