CHS Alumni Scholarship Winners

2013

Lauren KruseDaughter of Dan and Julie Hogue Kruse

Attending: University of IowaWith a major in radiation sciences

and plans to become A pediatric radiation therapist.

She believes that “nothing comes easy, you have to work for it”.

One teacher says “Lauren is an excellent student and role model

for others. She has an excellent work ethic and possesses a positive attitude.”

Kristi ComstockDaughter of Bud and Laura Comstock

Attending: DMACCThen U of I with a major as a Child

Life Specialist to meet the developmental needsOf children in a health care setting.

She wants to be the first in her immediate family To receive a college education.

One teacher says, “This student produces work of the highest quality,

Participates actively in class, and is a pleasure to work with in all

Situations where we have interacted together. She is very positive!”

Maggie TishDaughter of Wes and Michelle Tish

Attending: University of PittsburghWith a major in neuroscience and plans to find a job In research.

She received an opportunity in Young Leaders of Character

And traveled to area high schools to promote the pillars of

The Character Counts program.

One teacher says “ Maggie’s fun-loving personality makes her a true

Asset to our school community. She is a natural leader who always

Goes above and beyond any assigned task and serves as a positive

Role model.

JT CrowleySon of Tim and Karen CrowleyAttending: University of Iowa

With a major in actuarial science andPlans to become an actuary.

He earned a perfect 36 on the math section of his ACT.

One of his teacher’s says” JT goes above and beyond all of his peers in almost everything. One aspect that I appreciate about JT is that when he gets stumped on something, he doesn’t give up. He will ask how to do

the problem.

Lauren LeeDaughter of David and Lisa Lee

Attending: Iowa State UniversityWith a major in pre-med in order to become a pediatrician

She participated in the Big Cats, Little Cats program and has met with two little girls over two years and knows they have changed her life.

One teacher says “ Lauren is one of the most determined students in her class. She is not easily deterred from from achieving goals. She is a natural giver and

Would let anyone else go first.

Maddie ClarkDaughter of Andrew and Sharon Clark

Attending: Coe CollegeWith a major in education, possibly teaching

communication, speech skills or literature

She represented CHS as the “Student of Integrity” - chosen by

staff and administrators and was asked to re-perform and record a speech about bullying to be used in

developing new curriculum for speech class.

One teacher says “ Madison is a fantastic young lady who is “going far” in this

World. She is certainly deserving of this scholarship and may be the most

Under-appreciated member of this senior class”.

Rebekah FreseDaughter of Rev. Jeffrey and Millie Frese

Attending: Dominican UniversityWith a major yet to be determined, (but recruited to play soccer)

In the Horses Helping People program at Wesley Woods, she has learned That we all have a role in helping everyone in our community, and that one

Simple act can change someone’s day, year or even life.

One teacher says “ Rebekah’s work is far above even the highest rated Students I have had in years!”

Nicole BenhartDaughter of Steve and Julie Benhart

Attending: DMACC with a career in Respiratory Therapy

After acceptance on the National Council on Youth Leadership, she learnedThat leaders come in all different forms, shapes, sizes and types.

One teacher says “ Nicole is an excellent student who stands aboveHer peers in that she puts full effort in any task given and who always

Possesses a positive attitude and strong work ethic.”

Abby WarrenDaughter of Kerri and Travis Warren

Attending: Central CollegeWith a major in education and history and plans

to becomeA high school history teacher

After attending the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership

Conference she learned about stepping out of her comfort zone.

Nine years in 4-H taught her a great deal about organization and communication.

One teacher says “ Abby is a very responsible young lady, very trusting,

And has a positive attitude!”