Some of the greatest achievements are completed not in the publics eye, but behind closed doors, in the classroom. This is true of the seniors of Kiowa County High School. Yes, there were many student athletes who received recognition for the accomplishments on the playing field, but there were also student athletes who achieved personal bests, although no one knew. Student scholars were recognized at the honors ban-quet for their impressive record in their classes while others were grateful to finish, to make it through, peri-od. The one thing they all have in com-mon is that they achieved. They achieved the goals they had set out to reach, they did the best they could and will walk across the stage with their heads held high. Each student will have their own memories of their years at KCHS. Some will be joyful, others tearful, some will have regrets for the what ifs, others will know they gave their all, but for each there will be achievements and memo-ries. The graduation ceremony took place on Sat., May 10, at 1:30 p.m. in the KC gymnasium. As these 21 students crossed the stage to have their tassles transfered, they will forever be known as the first class

to spend four years as Mavericks. The class selected turquoise and silver as their col-ors and the Gerbera Daisy as their class flower. “You live your life only once, but if you live it right, once is enough.” is their theme. Ushers, who were selected by the class, are Maddie Cannon, LaTosha Tuttle, Cole Kendall and Nick Mull. John Colclazier, class President, began the ceremony welcoming family and friends to the 2014 KCHS Grad-uation Ceremony. High school Principal, Randy Fulton

presented the class honors, followed by the Salutatorian speech given by Riann Heft, daughter of Steve and Kristi Heft and the Valedictorian speech given by Heather Melton, daughter of Doug and Mary Melton. The high school choir, directed by Mrs. Kim Stewart, provided special music for the ceremony, singing “Walk Together Children,” arr. by Ken Berg. Ms. Claire Mullender’s high school band welcomed and sent the class off with a rousing rendition of “Pomp and Circumstance,” by Edward Elgar. And so another chapter closes in the

lives of these 21 students, what lies ahead will be met head on, for these students are achievers.

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A Final FarewellTheir Plans

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senior Class of 2014[ ]

People are often unreasonable, illogical, and self-centered.Love them anyway.

If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish ulterior motives.Do good anyway.

If you are successful, you will win some false friends and some true enemies; Succeed anyway.

If you are honest and frank, people may cheat you; Be honest and frank anyway.

What you spend years building, someone could destroy overnight;Build anyway.

If you find serenity and happiness, they may be jealous;Be happy anyway.

The good you do today, people will often forget tomorrow;Do good anyway.

Give the world the best you have, and it may never be enough;Give the world the best you’ve got anyway.

You see, in the final analysis, it is between you and your God;It was never between you and them anyway.

~ Mother Teresa

“Anyway”

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Lexi is the daughter of Holly Behee Lexi’s favorite high school memory was when Charity, Patty and she went driving around after homecoming, high school is one wild ride. Her plans are to go to Pratt Community College then transfer to, hopefully, Kansas City Art Institute.

“When words fail, music speaks.”

I, Lexi Behee, leave Mirand Kimble the ability to carry on being the Mullinville queen of Forensics. I will Denisse Ramos the ability to carry on being the cute Latina. I also will my sister, Kiauna Behee, to make the most of her high school years.

Justin is the son of Dannie Boswell and Jeri Boswell Justin’s favorite high school memory is building grenades in shop class with Drew Price and Mr. Kern. He plans to join the Army National Guard and have an awesome time at college and hopefully retire by the time he’s 40. “Nothing is impossible, the word itself says “I’m possible.” ~ Aubrey Hepurn

I, Justin Boswell, leave my devilishly handsome looks to William Enfield, my speed and determination to Frank Cuevas, and a bottle of Tums just for Nicho-las Sears.

Tandi is the daughter of Joan Coulter and Timothy Brozek Tandi’s favorite memory from high school is running across the desks in Mr. White’s class with Emily during nutrition break. Her future plans are to go to Wichita State University to be a vet or dentist. “Fat and Sassy.”

I, Tandi Brozek, will my awesomeness and bluntness to my sister Taylor Brozek :)

John is the son of Mary Sweet and John Colclazier John’s favorite memory is asking Mr. White for a dollar everytime he saw him for four years. Attending Hutch CC, John will figure out what he wants to do with his life, leaning strongly towards Law. “Its not the size of the dog in the fight, its the size of the fight in the dog.” ~ Mark Twain

I, John Colclazier, will my hopeless golf game to Cole Kendall, see if you can fix it. I also will my amazing speaking skills to all the class presidents. I will my forensics skills to whoever needs them.

Lexi Kaylee Behee

Tandi Lee Brozek

Justin Ryan Boswell

John David Colclazier

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Katelynn is the daughter of Ki and Kim Gamble Katelynn’s favorite memory of high school are sports in general, but competing at state in volleyball and track were the highlights. She will be attending Kansas State University, majoring in Kinesiology. “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” ~ Joshua 1:9

I, Katelynn Gamble, will my muscle to Janessa, cause she needs some meat on her bones, my running form and my ability to pass the volleyball to Morgan and I will my ability to find some “super rad” jokes to Erik.

Riann is the daughter of Steve and Kristi Heft. Riann’s favorite memories of high school were the state track meets and volleyball with the girls. She plans to attend Kansas State University and major in Kinesiology, ultimately going on to graduate school to become a Physicians Assistant. “Never a failure, Always a Lesson.” I, Riann Heft, leave my studying habits to my brother, my ability to complain my way through track season and annoy Mr. Powell to Morgan, Janessa and Jansen. My setting and dribbling hands to Nicole, even though she doesn’t need them.

Lillian is the daughter of Donnie and Rhonda Hinshaw Lillian’s favorite memory was in Mr. Harris’s Americn History class when we found out he used to e a spy and he started doing karate with a mop. She will be attending North Park University in Chicago, studying Global Studies and Spanish. Her hopes are to work for a non-profit global organization or be an Englihs/Spanish teacher. “I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only be-cause I see it, but beause by it I see everything else.” ~ C.S. Lewis

I, Lillian Hinshaw, will my dance moves to Josh Cannon, my ability to say inappropriate things on accident to Tatum because she’s cool and we’re friends.

Katelynn Kiley Gamble

Lillian Elise Hinshaw

Riann Paige Heft

Be true to yourself, help others, make each day your masterpiece, make friendship a fine art, drink deeply from good books - especially the Bible, build a shelter against a rainy day, give thanks for your blessings and pray for guidance every day. ~ John Wooden

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Evan is the son of Trent and Christy Jacks Evan will always remember the memories made with Coach Young travel-ing to the JV football games as his favorite memories of high school. He will be attending NWOSU where he will be participating on the rodeo team, getting a degree in Ag Business and marrying a smokin’ hot babe.

“You can’t fix stupid.” ~ ???

I, Evan Jacks, will the ability to seduce the ladies to my little brother, Dylan, because he needs all the help he can get.

Dena is the daughter of Derry and Agnes Liggett Dena’s favorite memories of high school include having fun in the hotels at state volleyball and track with my teammates. Dena plans to attend Fort Hays, majoring in Athletic Traiing.

“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed.” ~ Proverbs 16:3

I, Dena Liggett, will my ability to tan to Tierra West, my muscle mass to Janessa Zenger, my levelheadedness to Jansen Miller and my ability to say my “r’s” to Landon Davis.

Heather is the daughter of Doug and Mary Melton The Bus rides and her senior prom are Heather’s favorite memories of high school. She is going to be attending either Emporia State University or Fort Hays with plans to pursue a Physical Therapist doctorate.

“Life isn’t about finding yourself, life is about creating yourself.” - Anonymous.

I, Heather Melton, will my hurdling abilities to Natalie Stewart, my study skills to the current freshmen (Goodness knows they’ll need some), my opti-mistic attitude to Maddie Cannon, even though she’s got it pretty much and some of my height to Tatum McKinney.

Payton is the son of Kirk and Marla Miller The best memory for Payton during high school was when all the football players got Mohawks. He plans to attend Pratt Community college while com-peting in track.

“I’d rather be vaultin’.” ~ Unknown

I, Payton Miller, leave my vaulting skills to Dylan Jacks, also I leave my abil-ity to get assignments done on the same day they are due to James Little and last I would like Lance Ralstin and Xander Brensing to have my coffee drinking skills in shop.

Evan Douglas Jacks

Heather Quinn Melton

Dena Jean Liggett

Payton David Miller

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Trever is the son of Travis and Heather Powell Trever’s favorite high school memory is his entire senior football season. He plans to attend Fort Hays State University to play football and has big dreams of becoming a super hero at some pont in his life.

“Whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right.” ~ Henry Ford

I, Trever Powell, leave my ability to flamethrower to Nicholas Sears and Frank Cuevas. I would also like to leave my sweet kick moves to Dylan Jacks, my Bat-man-like qualities to Landon Davis and my darling good looks and facial hair to my sister Morgan. Lastly, I would be honored to share my love for Anchorman with anyone and everyone who will accept it. . . Stay classy

Heidee is the daughter or Rod and Laura Prosser Heidee’s favorite high school memory was going to state volleyball her ju-nior year. She plans to attend K-State in the fall.

“Let your faith be bigger than your fear.”

I, Heidee Prosser, will my patience with people to Hannah Brown, because we all know she needs it. To Jansen and Janessa I will my ability to stay as calm as possible before running the 400, even though it’s basically impossible. To Marissa I will everything that I’ve learning in Yearbook over the last few years, and lastly, I will my study skills to the underclassmen. make use of them.

Sierra is the daughter of Brent and Stephanie Ralstin Sierra’s favorite memory of high school is hanging out in “Grandma Case”, Mrs. Case’s room and just talking wtih the ladies. Her plans are to attend Pratt Community College in January for nursing.

“Enjoy the little things in life, you never know when the big things will hap-pen.” I, Sierra Ralstin, give my ability to wear sweatpants everyday and look good when you do, to Taylor Brozek. My ability to be awesome to Ben Spainhour.

Mackenzie is the daughter of Shane and Sheri Rose Senior prom was a night to remember, also making friendships with some of the people that she has would be Mackenzie’s favorite mem-ories of high school. She will be attending Kansas State Univeristy to major in Biochemistry or Criminology.

“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.”

I, Mackenzie Rose, leave my ability to obnoxiously annoy Coach Powell and complain about everything to Jansen Miller, my clum-siness to Janessa Zenger and my pretty princess genes to Morgan Powell.

Heidee Kristine Prosser

Mackenzie Dawn Rose

Trever Austin Powell

Sierra Brooke Ralstin

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Emily is the daughter of Matt and MatRhonda Sarber Emily’s favorite high school memories include running on the tables in Mr. White’s class with Tandi, or ditchiing the girls basket-ball game with Sydney to go to the Mexican restaurant. She plans to obtain an Elementary Education degree with a Special Ed minor, also to include a Cosmetologist license.

“I’ve done my waiting, 12 years of it in school, and now that Mr. Fulton has given Emily a diploma, Emily is free!”

I, Emily Sarber, leave my drumming talent, small feet and voice impersonations to Taylor Brozek, my height to Lance Ralston, my In-dian chants to Tatum McKinney and my ability to say whatever I have on my mind to Cody kibel.

Charity is the daughter of Jay and Jo Schmidt Charity’s favorite memory of high school is definitely state tennis with her sister and during Drama when I broke the axe on John’ head. “Take risks. If you win, you will be happy, if you lose, you will be wise.”

I, Charity Schmidt, leave my responsibility to sing at morning tennis practices to Olivia Dawson, my long arms for net shots to Chelsye Racette and my happiness and loving personality to the wonderful Miranda Kimble. :)

Michael is the son of Jennifer Tedder and Kimberly Tedder The WHOLE football season is Michael’s favorite memory of high school.Michael will be playing football at Sterling College, majoring in Athletic Train-ing. “Just keep swimming.”

I, Michael Tedder, will my ability to get skinny to Erik Torres.

John is the son of Chris Kipp, Dodie Kipp and Keisha Vitale John’s favorite high school memories are his days at football practice. He plans to attend Garden City Community College and major in Restau-rant Management.

Charity Danae Schmidt

John David Allen Terhune

Emily Demetra Sarber

Michael Alexander Tedder

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Patty is the daughter of Felipe and Manula Torres All of the Forensics meets and going to State Tennis with my best friend are Patty’s favorite high school memories. She will be attending Cowley Community College and then transfering to WSU to study Radiology.

“Life goes on . . . whether you choose to move on and take a chance in the unknown or stay behind, locked in the past, thinking of what could have been.”

I, Patty Torres, will Miranda the amazingness of not being nice to people, being true is the best. To Chelsye and Olivia the fun and excitment of having morning tennis practice, singing and dancing can easily help that.

Corbin is the son of Randy and Logan VandenHoek Corbin’s favorite high school memory was when Zack, Ryan, Damien and I went to every football game and volleyball game my junior year.

“You have to go on and be crazy. Craziness is like Heaven.” ~ Jimi Hendrix

I, Corbin VandenHoek, will my height to Alex Ford, ‘cause everybody knows he will need it. I will my closet, filled with all my clothes to Nicholas Sears and my ability to have a good time to John, even though he is graduat-ing. My dead shark, I’d like to give to Kelsi, along with my alligator head. And to include most of the student body, I’m going to give a tie to each junior and sophomore. And last, but not least, I would like to will my bedroom to Aubrey.

Ms. Mullender is the daughter of Tom Mullender & Anne Cameron. Claire’s favorite high school mem-ory were the band trips, especially when I was a freshmen and her brother was a senior and they ex-

perienced them together.“I began to realize how important it was to be an enthusiast in life. He taught me that if you are interest-ed in something, no matter what it is, go at it at full speed ahead. Embrace it with both arms, hug it, love it and above all become pas-sionate about it. Lukewarm is no good. Hot is no good either. White hot and passionate is the only

thing to be." Roald Dahl

With this class I will miss their hu-mor and fun loving nature.

Mrs. Greenleaf is the daughter of David and

Twila Allen Tonya’s favorite high

school memory is taking third at state in volleyball her senior

year. “The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fear-

ing you will make one.” Elbert Hubbard

With this class I will miss their tenacity in the classroom and in

life.

Mr. White is the son of Glenn and Evelyn

White.David’s favorite memory of this

senior class is having them in class as

freshmen.“What's a gunny

sack?” Lillian Hinshaw

With this class I will miss the ability to

build a fourth place float.

Mr. Ballard is the son of Karl and Linda

Ballard Marshall’s favorite high school memory is ballet dancing with the guys' basketball

team for Spirit Night.“Love wins!”

With this class I will miss being a part of the love, compas-

sion and camarade-rie-ship that were exemplified in our

class meetings!

Marshall Lee Ballard

Tonya Dion(Allen) Greenleaf

Susan Lynne(Carson) Staats

David GlennWhite

Claire Cameron Mullender

Patricia Torres

Corbin Reed VandenHoek

Mrs. Staats is the daughter of Floyd and Mary Carson.Susan’s favorite high school memory is when they were

on their senior trip they were able to visit Elvis’s

home in Memphis and in her excitement for really seeing “the King” almost

forgot to get a picture.“Finally, brothers and

sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever

is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—

think about such things.”~Phillipians 4:8

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HAVILAND GRADE SCHOOLEIGHTH GRADE GRADUATION

MAY 19, 2014

“You have brains in your head, you have feet in your shoes; you can steer yourself any direction you choose.”

~ Dr. Seuss

Speaker for the eveningMrs. Carol Williams

Class members:

Class Sponsor: Mrs. Marlieta Davis

Ushers:

Lakyn BeamanTye Brack

Jacob ChaddAlisyn DavisSavanna Hall

Lauren HinshawRyan KruseNathan Lee

Sierra LingafelterAbigail Scott

Hannah LeeBen Stewart

Brecken VandenHoekCamden VandenHoek

(Back Row) Jacob Chadd, Nathan Lee, Ryan Kruse, Mrs. Kim Stewart, (Middle Row) Alisyn Davis, Lakyn Beaman, Tye Brack, Sierra Lingafelter, (Front Row) Lauren Hinshaw, Abigail Scott, Savanna Hall

KIOWA COUNTY JUNIOR HIGHEIGHTH GRADE PROMOTION

MAY 20, 2014

Awards Presented byMrs. Staci Derstein, KCJH Principal

Special MusicKCJH Choir

Class members:

Class Sponsor: Mr. Kirk Miller

Pedro BanmanKiauna BeheeAlexas CecilIsaiah Hohl

McKelvie McMurryAlexandra McVeyMadison Moore

Ashlin OberleTaylor Odle

Gregory SharpJacqueline Torres

Payton TyreeBrayden WatsonKaleigh Webster

(Back Row) Mr. Kirk Miller, Brayden Watson, Greg Sharp, Alex McVey, Peter Banman, Taylor Odle, (Middle Row) Kaleigh Webster, McKelvie McMurry, Alexas Cecil, Jackie Torres, Madison Moore, (Front Row) Payton Tyree, Isaiah Hohl, Ashlin Oberle, Kiauna Behee