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THE TALONVienna, IL Vienna High School May 2018

VHS 2018 Prom was an “Enchanted Evening”By Jordi Oliver, Emma Goines, Sierra Corzine

Vienna High School held their annual Prom on April 28 at Walker Hall in Paducah. Many students attended the evening with the Prom theme of Enchanted Evening.

During Prom, the senior class president, Bradley West, made a speech. He also led the toast and thanked everyone who helped put the Prom together.

Later, KJ Coonce and Nolan Dahncke were crowned as the 2018 Prom Queen and King.

Nolan is honored to represent Vienna High School and said, “It’s an awesome feeling to be elected, a good way to end my last prom and definitely a huge honor.”

KJ Coonce and Nolan Dahncke commented about their last prom. KJ said, “It’s bittersweet, but the last one was the best one so it’s nice to end on that note.” Nolan said, “I will definitely miss getting dressed up and feeling all spiffy.”

VHS Promenade was held in the VHS Commons. There, all who attended prom were introduced to family and friends before leaving for prom. Ms. Charlotte Dixon decorated the Commons and made the beautiful backdrop for

pictures. The Prom committee decorated

Walker Hall created the theme for this year’s prom, and made any other prom preparations for the evening.

Prom Committee and prom committee coordinator, Ms. Hight worked hard on everything that went into prom. The members include, Faith Guest, Autumn Myers, KJ Coonce, Lindsey Holhubner, Nolan Dahncke, Jakob Breeden, Ben Daine, Dilynn Roper, and Nate Kerley.

Faith Guest talked about the preparation for prom. She said, “Preperation for prom is actually more than you think. We have to work out every small detail, from decorations to funding. We spent five hours decorating for prom and everything turned out great! My favorite part is that several people approached us, teachers included, and said it was the best prom yet!”

KJ Coonce said, “My favorite part of from Prom was when ‘Picture’ by Kid Rock was the last song because that is me and my girls’ song!”

VHS Class o f 2018 says the ir f ina l good-byesBy Sierra Corzine

One of the four valedictorians, Joseph Kossack, reflects on his accomplishment. He said, “My motivation to achieve this would have to be the scholarship opportunities, and the idea that I should always strive to be the best I can. My advice for others would be to go for it, even if you don’t achieve it. It is better to know you attempted the challenge, than regretting not trying it.”

Senior class president, Bradley West shared his thoughts about leaving VHS and his future endeavors. He said, “I will miss getting Mr. Willhelm to give inspiring speeches with junk I found doing cross country. I look forward to going to college and getting a job in the near future.”

For more information about the Class of 2018, see page 2.

On April 28, VHS held their annual Prom at Walker Hall in Paducah. Seniors Nolan Dahncke and KJ Coonce were crowned King and Queen at the annual event.

VHS Class of 2018 say good-bye as they graduate with their future ahead of them. The class will be graduating on Saturday, May 18 in the VHS gym with 83 students in the 2018 graduating class.

The guest speaker for this year’s graduation is Mr. Brian Jones. He will be delivering the opening dedication.

The Valedictorians of this class are Lindsey Holhubner, Joseph Kossack, Ben Daine, and Christian Alford. The class Salutatorian is Lily Greer. All Valedictorians, Salutatorians, and the class president, Bradley West, will give speeches to their fellow graduates.

The class has chosen a cactus as their class flower and “Good Old Days” by Kesha and Macklemore as their class song. The class motto is “I just spent 113,880 hours of my life to receive a paper and a handshake.”

Class of 2018 graduation ceremony will be held on May 18, 2018. Pictured above are the class Valedictorians and Salutatorian. Back row: Co-Valedictorians Christian Alford, Ben Daine, and Joseph Kossack. Front row: Co-Valedictorian Lindsey Holhubner and Salutatorian Lily Greer.

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2 0 1 8 F o u r Ye a r H o n o r s t u d e n t s By Skylar Johnson

The Four Year Honor students from the Class of 2018: Nolan Dahncke, Ben Daine, Nate Kerley, Lindsey Holhubner, Lily Greer, Christian Alford, Bradley West, Joseph Kossack, Steven Eldridge, Quinton McBride, and Briley Shanks.

Shawnee Community College Dual Graduates By Skylar Johnson and Sierra Corzine

Christian Alford, Quinn McBride, and Steven Eldridge are this year’s SCC Dual Graduates. The students will graduate from VHS and SCC.

There are three Shawnee Community College dual graduates in the VHS Class of 2018. The graduates are Christian Alford, Quinn McBride, and Steven Eldridge.

A dual graduate is a student who graduates with their Associate degree and their high school diploma at the same time. All dual graduates this year took Shawnee College classes while also working to graduate high school.

Along with being recognized at VHS graduation, the students will also be graduating from Shawnee Community College in Ullin, Illinois with their Associate degree.

Class of 2018 Senior FavoritesBy Skylar Johnson and Emma Goines

Best DressedAvron EasterFaith Guest

Best SmileSam Hirsch

Kayci Tanner

Most Changed Since Freshmen Year

Christian AlfordTiffany Stevens

Most Likely to be late to Graduation

Trenton Hyde/Brennan JacobsenAlexis Rix

Best HairChristian AlfordAutumn Myers

Biggest GamerSam Hirsch

Savana Hinkle

Most Over-AchieverSteven Eldridge

Lindsey Holhubner

Most Musical Jason McIntyre Rachel Gilbert

Best Personality Dawson Norris Kayci Tanner

Class Clown Koy Kennedy

Breyann Kreutzer

Biggest FlirtJakob Breeden

Faith Guest

Biggest RedneckMason Penrod

Madison Hartline

Most School SpiritDawson Norris

Lindsey Holhubner

Most AthleticBen Daine

Lindsey Holhubner

Mr. and Miss VHS

Kelby HarperLindsey Holhubner

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Ms. Sarah Holhubner

By Reagan Hill

After 17 years of teaching, Ms. Sarah Holhubner has decided to leave her position as a math teacher.

Q: What made you decide you wanted to be a teacher?A: When I graduated high school I was going to be an accountant. I went to Shawnee College and I tutored people. I thought it was the coolest thing when I was able to help someone “figure it out.”Q: When did you start teaching?A: I did some subbing after I graduated in 1995. The spring of 1996 I started at Shawnee College and I was there for 6 years as a tutor. Then I came to VHS.Q: How long have you been teaching at VHS?A: Since 2001Q: Why did you decide to leave VHS?A: I really feel like I’ve done what I need to do.

Q: What are you going to miss the most about VHS?A: Homecoming week. And there are also certain lessons I really enjoy teaching, and seeing the look on my students’ faces when it finally clicks.Q: What’s the most memorable moment you’ve had at VHS?A: I’ve had too many. There’s something cool every year. I don’t have one set memory, it’s a whole group of them.Q: What are you planning to do after VHS?A: Spend time with my family, and go to school events during the school day for my son and watch Lindsey play basketball.

2018 Certified Nursing Assistant students earn certificationBy Reagan Hill

Ms. Sherry Field

On Friday April 28, the students in the CNA class, got their pinning and certification. Pictured above back row: Jakob Breeden, Lindsey Holhubner, Jessica Wampler, Reagan Graves, Bradley West, Ben Fisher, Trenton Hyde, and instructor Sherie Smith. Front row: Autumn Myers, Kayci Tanner, Michaela McHugh, Rachel Gilbert, Savana Hinkle, KJ Coonce, Faith Guest, and Tiffany Stevens.

Q: What’s your title?A: A secretary in the Superintendent’s office.Q: What year did you start at VHS?A: I started September of 1996.Q: Where did you go to school?A: I graduated from Vienna High School.Q: What has changed the most during your time at VHS?A: The teachers; most of the ones I started with don’t work here anymore or are retired.Q: What are you going to miss the most about VHS?A: I’m going to miss seeing the smiles on the kids’ faces.

Q: What’s the most memorable moment you’ve had at VHS?A: A couple of weeks ago I went to the Special Olympics. It was so sweet and precious. That was the first time I have been to the Special Olympics. I enjoyed seeing our students succeed.Q: What are you planning to do after VHS?A: I am going to spend time working outside. I plan on spending most of my time with my family, and I will have a new grandchild soon. I have lots of animals, so I will also be taking care of them.

VHS says goodbye to two longtime employees

Ms. Sherry Field is retiring at the end of the school year. She has been a secretary in the Superintendent’s office for 22 years.

At the end of the school year, Vienna High School is losing two very important employees, Ms. Sarah Holhubner and Ms. Sherry Field. Ms. Holhubner currently teaches algebra I, algebra II, and a freshmen accelerated class. Ms. Field a is secretary. She assists the Superintendent.

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VHS students compete in State Drafting competitionBy Emma Goines and Lacey Kimmel

place in the team competition. VHS Industrial Arts teacher Mr.

Brian Rick thought the students did amazing for a first time competition and was pleased with the results.

He said, “For the first time ever competing from VHS, and the fact that they were all first time students in the program, I believe they did well. They competed against over 950 students from 100 different schools across Illinois.”

On April 14, Vienna High School competed in the State drafting competition in Bloomington, IL.

The students competed in two areas; team and individual. The competing students were Christian Davis, Octavia Skamser, Dawson Kerley, and Rebecca Kindhart.

Christian Davis placed 9th in the individual 2D CAD, while Dawson Kerley, Octavia Skamser, and Rebecca Kindhart took 4th

VHS competes in two Bass Fishing tournamentsBy Emma Goines

Vienna High School Bass Fishing team competed in two bass fishing tournaments.

The first was the Open Bass Fishing Tournament on April 20, held at Egyptian Lake. The team placed 9th out of 30 schools.

In the second tournament, they were given the a chance to move one step closer to State. On May 3, the team competed in a Sectional tournament at Egyptian Lake. They placed according to boats, which Coach Brian Sampson pictured with freshmen Bailey Dahmer and Gavin Lambert at

Egyptian Lake to compete in the fishing tournament.

VHS Track Team makes school historyBy Lacey Kimmel and Haley Bundren

to the State meet.” Sophomore and track member,

Kyleigh Smith commented, “My highlight from this season is getting 1st in our 4 x 200 at Sectionals, especially since we are the first girls going to State since Darla Waters won 1st place at state in 2000. Also, getting 5th place overall with only having eight girls on our track team, I think is really impressive.”

The VHS Track Team has had a very successful season so far. For the first time in school history, the boys won the Conference Track meet at Hamilton County.

On March 10, the boys track team competed at Hamilton County for the Conference Tournament. VHS took the 1st place win, by having the most individual winners at the meet, thus giving VHS the highest team score.

In addition to the Conference win, on April 17, they had a track meet at Harrisburg High School

where many of the athletes made the Southern Illinois Track Honor Roll, which includes the best race times in Southern Illinois.

The girls Track Sectionals was on May 9 and the boys Sectionals meet is on May 18.

At the girls Track Sectional meet, Haleigh Keeling, Kyleigh Smith, Emma Rush, and Jalyn Moore got 1st place in the 4 x 200 and are advancing to State.

At the meet, the girls won 17 medals and the girls who competed in the 4 x 200 are going on to

compete at the State track meet.Freshman Khyli Hitchens

commented on the 2018 season, saying, “I am really proud of how far we’ve come. The boys have done really well this year, and the girls have too, especially considering that we only have a few girls on the team.”

Coach Mr. Drew Lawrence is very happy about this track season. He said, “In my five years of coaching the track team, this is the most depth we have ever had. We have a few athletes that are going

The VHS Track Team made school history with their recent Conference win. Top row (left to right): Coach Drew Lawrence, Loren Webb, Justin Casey, Kyle VanCleve, Dilynn Roper, Ethan Rice, Cooper Shanks, Kenan Rix, Gavin Lambert, Lucas Chase, and Ryan Blakely. Middle row: Micah Harris, Travis Woodworth, Collin Meier, Gabe Holloman, Chris Meier, Cody Johnson, Brendan Vaughn, Alex Smith, and Matthew Johnson. Bottom Row: Morgan Penrod, Jaelyn Douglas, Kyleigh Smith, Khyli Hitchens, Jalyn Moore,

put Loren Webb and Micah Harris in 10th place, with Gavin Lambert and Bailey Dahmer following in 15th.

Coach Brian Sampson was pleased with overall ability and the skill that has been shown so far and is excited for the future of the team. He said, “They have done an excellent job and show great interest in the sport. They have done awesome for a first year team.”

Students attend State drafting at Bloomington Il. Pictured above is Christian Davis, Dawson Kerley, Octavia Skamser, and Rebecca Kindhart.

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FFA Travels to State Capitol for Ag Legislative DayBy Jordi Oliver

Vienna FFA traveled to Springfield on April 11 to attend Ag Legislative Day.

Ag Legislative Day is an annual event where FFA members from Vienna represent the Ag program and encourage more support from

the State. The students were given

the opportunity to go inside the capitol building and meet State Representatives.

All FFA members took a lunch and gift basket to people in office

at the capitol. All meals and gift baskets were provided by the Illinois State FFA.

They were able to meet with the Illinois State Senator of the 59th District, Dale Fowler. Senator Fowler welcomed the students into

his office and talked to them about his responsibilities and how he supports our community.

At the end of the trip, FFA members were able to walk into the gallery and look at the Senate Floor.

Vienna FFA traveled to Springfield on April 11 to attend Ag Legislative Day at the Capitol building. Pictured above in top row from left to right: Kaleb Williams, Trey Taylor, and Dalton Browning. Second row: Lexi Rix, Kennedy Gibson, Haven Test, Colton Ethridge, Brandt Ramsey and Ethan Rice. Third row: Briley Shanks, Haylee Goines, and Kirstan Goines. Front row: Shania Vaughn, Jordi Oliver, Emma Goines, Katrina Warehime, Taylor Penrod, and Jessie Mathis.

F FA L i v e s t o c k J u d g i n g C o m p e t i t i o n sBy Jordi Oliver

The FFA traveled to Harrisburg compete in the Section 25 Livestock Judging Competition. The varsity team placed 2nd and Dalton Browning placed 2nd individual. In the top row from left to right: Dalton Browning, Haley Schultz, Kaleb Faulkner, Kennedy Gibson, Emma Goines, Avery Warehime, and Student Teacher Noah Gallion. Front row: Guinn Davis, Taylor Penrod, Jordi Oliver, Haylee Goines, Katrina Warehime, Shania Vaughn, and Jessie Mathis.

VHS FFA traveled to Murray State University to compete in the annual Field Day. The Livestock Judging team placed 4th out of 47 schools. The Poultry Judging placed 7th and Dairy team placed 4th. The students also visited SIU invitational livestock judging cotntest later in the week. The team placed 10th out of 48 teams and Sophomore Jordi Oliver placed 4th individually out of 215 contestants.

Sophomore Emma Goines competed in the Horsemanship competition at the Murray Field Day taking 5th place.

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VHS Beta members attend Alabama’s State Beta Club ConventionJaiden and Faith have been a part of, and are eager to be a part of more in the future.

Senior Faith Guest said, “My favorite part of the convention was seeing all the friends I made while being an officer, they are people I will never forget!”

Junior Jaiden Sanders also commented, “At the convention, I learned how important it is to be responsible, motivational, and to communicate well with others.”

VHS Beta Club sponsor, Ms. Leslie Bradley said, “Both officers represented Illinois very well, and I am proud that both have served in significant roles at the local and state level.”

By Sierra CorzineOver Spring Break, VHS

Beta students Jaiden Sanders and Faith Guest attended Alabama’s state Beta Club convention in Bloomington, Alabama.

Senior Faith Guest is the 2017-2018 Illinois Beta President, and Junior Jaiden Sanders is the newly elected 2018-2019 Illinois Beta President. Jaiden will also go on to compete in the 2018 National convention in June.

At the convention, the students interacted with other fellow officers and helped out with the set up of the convention. They also learned the importance of communicating with others in a more professional manner.

This is one of the first Beta Club conventions other than Illinois that

Senior Faith Guest and Junior Jaiden Sanders attended the Alabama State Beta convention in Bloomington, Alabama, over spring break.

VHS Senior selected for All-State Academic TeamBy Haley Bundren

Senior Lindsey Holhubner was selected by the IHSA for the All-State Academic Team. Twenty-six high school seniors from Illinois are chosen each year for the All-State Academic Team, and they all compete in at least two sports.

Lindsey was one of the few selected, playing basketball and volleyball while still maintaining a perfect 5.0 GPA. In addition to being in line to be Valedictorian of her class, Lindsey is also an Illinois State Scholar and has earned a $1,000 Beta Club scholarship.

Lindsey was also selected as Black Diamond All-Conference Most Valuable Player this year.

Lindsey plans to pursue a career in pharmacy as she continues her

VHS Dean of Students Mr. John Giffin, Senior athlete Lindsey Holhubner, and Lady Eagles basketball coach Mr. Jamie Kerley at the IHSA All-State Academic Team recognition.

academic and basketball career at St. Louis College of Pharmacy in the fall of 2018.

Lindsey is excited and believes that being selected is an accomplishment and an honor. Lindsey said, “This was an award that’s meant to recognize a person who excels as both a student and an athlete. It’s the only award like this that I know of, and I think it’s really an honor.”

Lindsey’s mother and VHS teacher, Ms. Sarah Holhubner, commented on Lindsey’s success. Ms. Holhubner said, “I was super proud of her and all that she has accomplished, and I am very excited to see what Lindsey will continue to do in the future.”

V H S S e n i o r s g e t C P R c e r t i f i e d

On April 10, all VHS Seniors participated in newly required CPR training. Pictured above is Ms. Beth Palmer and Senior Nolan Dahncke.

High school students are now required to become CPR certified before they graduate. Pictured above is Ms. Beth Palmer and Senior Ben Daine.

By Haley Bundren

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VHS Lady Eagles Softball team is pictured above. First row: Kayci Tanner and Madie Penrod. Second row: Katelyn Wiggs, Haleigh Keeling, Taylor Lowry, Rebecca Kindhart, and Jaiden Sanders. Third row: Haley Schultz, Kylee Ramsey, Reagan Hill, Shelby Beasley, and Bri Penrod. Fourth row: Addison Bent, Harmony Womack, Brady Rudluff, and Alivia Montgomery.

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Ms. Palmer’s Fitness Class Runs 5KOn May 4, Ms. Beth Palmer’s

sixth hour fitness class ran the annual 5K.

All 14 runners completed the course. The runners included the 13 students and Ms. Beth Palmer. Out of the 13 runners, there were four seniors, seven juniors, and two

By Haylee Goines

Pictured above is Ms. Beth Palmer’s fitness class after running the annual 5K. Back row: Alicia Cunningham, Ashley Poole, Leigha Wood, Ms. Palmer, Tayseann Acree, Halli Brown, and Anna Thompson. Middle row: Skyler Lingle, Katelyn Burton, Nikki Troutt, Tori Moss, Madie Penrod, and Leah Canada. Front row: McKenzie Woodall.

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girls improve their attitude change from not being able to complete the run to ‘man that was pretty easy to complete’.”

Several other students helped with the run including sophomore Shelby Beasley. Shelby said, “My favorite part of helping with

the 5K was cheering the runners on and also seeing how much they accomplished when they finished.”

Senior Madie Penrod said, “Honestly, running the 5K isn’t as hard as you may think. I have run it for three years and it always feels good after crossing the finish line!”

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Students have fun at the Annual School PicnicThe school picnic was held on

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Sophomore, Kaleb Faulkner,

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Senior Ben Daine participated in the three-on-three basketball event. He said, “The three-on- three tournament was a great way to spend my last school picnic.”

Students crowd on one of two buses going to Ferne Clyffe State Park to go fishing and hiking on the annual school picnic day.

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Country Financial sponsors Three-Point ShootBy Haylee Goines and Haley Bundren

finished the tie breaker with second place.

Emma said, “I am so thankful to have gotten this opportunity. It felt really great to represent my school.”

Athletic director, Mr. Hill, was proud of Emma’s accomplishment. He said, “The whole weekend was a neat experience. For Emma, it was quite an honor shooting in the final four for the whole state.”

Country Financial sponsored the three point shoot-outs. Pictured are freshman Emma Rush and Country Financial agent Benny Adams.

VHS freshman, Emma Rush, competed in the IHSA three-point shoot out and advanced to State at Illinois State University on February 22. She placed second at the State level out of four.

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VHS Students attend Special Olympics By Lacey Kimmel

the weather. The athletes were so proud of their accomplishments and we as their coaches love to see how much they improve each year. The Special Olympics gives out athletes so many social and recreational activities to participate they would never typically have.”

The were other Special Eagles athletes that were unable to attend this year.

The Special Eagles team did great this year. Pictured above is Alex Hirsch.

Kassia Kerley and Jessica Treat wearing their medals.

Christian Bucher wearing his gold medal for the 200 meter Wheelchair Race and Softball Throw.

On April 27, Ms. Hunsaker’s class attended the Special Olympics at SIU in Carbondale.

They all competed in many different events. The events were the softball throw, 50m Dash, 100m Dash, 400m Walk, 200m Wheelchair Race, and the Tennis Ball Throw.

Ms. Michelle Hunsaker was very proud of the students this year. She said, “The students worked extremely hard to prepare for their events this year. It was difficult to practice at times due to

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The Talon members’ favorite placesThe Talon members show their favorite places at VHS.

By Haley Bundren

Emma

Lacey

Haylee

Sierra

Reagan

Skylar

My favorite place in VHS is obviously the weight room because “get big or go home.”

Jordi

Haley

My favorite place in VHS is the library because the fish is my best friend.

I don’t have a favorite place in VHS because I’m too cool for school.

My favorite place in VHS is the vending machine because that’s where all my allowance goes.

My favorite place in VHS is the shop because I’m always grinding my gears.

My favorite place in VHS is the wood shop because of my obvious future in construction. ;)

My favorite place in VHS is the art room because I’m basically Bob Ross.

My favorite place in VHS is Mr. Stafford’s office because I basically run this place.

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Quinton McBride:“Mr. Brian Jones. The guy really showed me why my doubts for pursuing a career in teaching were invalid.”

Jason McIntrye:“Sam because he still owes me $3 and I’m calling him out here.”

Tanner Oxford:“Joseph Kossack. Due to him being so academically invested and proficient, I wanted to push myself to be better too.”

Madison Penrod:“Mr. Palmer, he has always been there for me. He has taught me so much in the last four years even if it isn’t about softball. Never give up, be respectful, and always give one hundred percent.”

Bradley West:“Mr. Wilhelm. He’s always got something good to say and uplift my day. Also, he’s always got the best attitude that makes me a bit more cheerful.”

Ryan Wright:“Ms. Stearns, she’s always seemed to care a lot about me. She is the peanut butter to my jelly. :)”

Taylor Nolen:“Ms. Bradley, she is amazing.”

who has influenced you the most during your time at Vhs?

what teacher’s catchphrase will you neVer forget?

class of 2018...

Samual Hirsch: “Okay guys, take a look up at the sentence on the board and tell me what’s wrong with it.” -Ms. Guest

Lindsey Holhubner: “I stands all I can until I can’t stands no more.” -Mr. Rude

Joseph Kossack:“Is the Pope Catholic?” -Mr. Rude

Quinton McBride: “I’m just confused and disappointed.” -Mr. Jones

Madison Penrod: “Unbelievable” -Mr. Waters

Dawson Norris: “Get off your phones!” - Mr. Palmer

Brandt Ramsey: “No live animals and no tasers.” -Mr. West

Wraith Rosenthal: “Stop doing stupid stuff.” -Mr. Thomas

Briley Shanks: “And I said to myself ...self.” -Mr. Rude

Tiffany Stevens:“Don’t be derivative of acceleration.” -Mr. Wilhelm

Bradley West: “We don’t have to run, we GET to run.”-Mr. Wilhelm

Ryan Wright: “En espanol, por favor.” -Ms. Stearns

Jacob Bach: “What did Popeye say? -Mr. Rude

Breanna Brasher:“What did Buddy Holly say? (That will be the day)” -Mr. Rude

Dalton Browning: “Life is hard, but it’s harder when you’re stupid.” -Mr. West

Rayne Cherry:“Women are the root of all evil.” - Mr. Rude

Nolan Dahncke: “Sometimes I sit back and ask myself...self’” -Mr. Rude

Christian Davis: “Stick it to the man.” -Ms. Bradley

Bennett Fisher: “We should have talked more while you were here, because we both hate everyone.” -Ms. Bradley

Amanda Grant: “I don’t like freshman.” -Ms. Bradley

Reagan Graves:“Bell to bell, no cell.” -Mr. Wilhelm

Lily Greer: “You will see each other in 49 minutes- STOP KISSING!” -Ms. Bradley

Madison Hartline:“Madison come on now.” - Mr. Lawrence

Dalton Browning:“Mr. Wild Wild West. I’m in his class four hours a day. Enough said.”

Rayne Cherry:“Mr. Rude and Mr. Palmer, because they pushed me to excel beyond what I thought my capabilities were through hard work.”

Nolan Dahncke:“Mr. Rude because he taught me so much about being a good person and life. I’m sure anyone who has played football or been in one of his classes can vouch for that.”

Christian Davis:“Mr. Lawrence, he taught me to push through it and be the best I can be.”

Bennett Fisher:“Ms. Smith because through her teaching in the CNA Program I feel her class best prepared me for future career endeavours.”

Amanda Grant:“Ms. H and Ms. Bradley, they have both taught me that giving up is never an option. From Ms. H telling me that I’m over thinking and making the problem harder than I should to having a snap streak with Ms. Bradley.”

Reagan Graves:“Ms. Smith, throughout this year she has helped prepare me for my future career.”

Lily Greer:“Ms. Bradley and Ms. Betty, they have shown me to see the bright side in everything but also be prepared for reality.”

Madison Hartline:“Ms. Adams, because she gives great advice,is a good listener, and has taught me to appreciate the little things.”

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I, Rayne Cherry, being of sound mind and body will the following: To Jack Chambless, I leave you my hackysack and the skills to use it. To Serena Shreves, I leave you my amazing singing voice, so that you can clear a room when the need arises. To Katie Lavender, I leave you my kneepads. Lord knows you will need them ;) #volleyball. To Alicia Smith, I will you my art skills and all the endless project ideas. To my little brother Josh, I will you all my tips on cheating because we all know you’ll need them to graduate. I also will you all the gum and mouthwash in the world as well as the best of luck when you start in basketball next year. Kick butt on the court next year bud!!! To Hayle Stuby, I will someone to take my place on the trash talking court. P.S. You’re so going down! To James Peterman, I will the best of luck and the best successes. To Coach Kerley, I will half of my hair and all the luck to next year’s volleyball team. I also will that they excel in every game and grow as a team. To next year’s volleyball team, I will height and all the ACES, KILLS, and perfect sets. I also wish the best of luck and will my love for the game and the chance to enjoy it. To Mrs. Bradley, I will my sanity and patience. To Mr. Rude, I will my small knowledge of History so that he

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might make it easier on next year’s class, and all the feminists in his class. To Hannah Green, I will the ability to see your artwork as others do and not nitpick at it. To Mr. Waters, I will the other half of my hair. To Tianna, I leave my beat up volleyball, Josh to leave you alone, and the best of luck and success in volleyball. To the freshmen class of next year, I wish you all luck and make the best of it! To everyone I left out, I will two number 9’s, a number 9 large, a number 6 with extra dip, and number 7, two number 45’s, one with cheese, and a large soda. I also leave the best Vines to you.

I, Christian Davis, being of sound mind and body will the following: I will my trumpet skills to John Huckelberry. My driving skills to Michael McHugh. My mechanic skills to Wyatt Krawczyk, and my intelligence to Guinevere Davis.

I, Amanda Maelee Grant, being of sound mind and body will the following: I will my ability to never give up when life has me down to Alicia Smith and Lexi Mook, may your senior year treat you better than mine did. To the Freshmen, don’t wish these 4 years by, they go by faster than you think. IT WAS NOT LIKE HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL.. AT ALL...

I, Lily Greer, being of sound mind and body will the following: I will the hard work to earn

as many service hours as possible to all Beta Club members. I will the chance to ask Mr. Rude as many questions as possible and finally get him to curve the test grade to anyone willing to speak up. I will the duty of waving and saying good morning to Ms. Betty to everyone. But most importantly, I will many memories as possible, and never look back! I will good luck and prosperity to all my fellow seniors, as they deserve it! Soar high Class of 2018!

I, Madison Paige Hartline, being in sound mind and body will the following: Well this is the end, I am going to leave my ability to disrupt the whole class, dirty look exchanging with Cory Waters, and all the laughing for no reason moments with Rebecca Kindhart. Without you Rebecca, my last year here would have been boring and the days would have lasted forever. I hope your senior year gets made as great as mine was!

I, Samuel Hirsh, being of sound mind and body will the following: I will my running abilities to Cody and Collin. I will my gains and the Sammy B skills to Gabe Holloman. I will my hair to Travis Woodworth. I will my procrastinating skills while still getting good grades to Shaylee Eaves, Katelyn Burton, Tiffany Racey, and Gwinn Davis.

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Senior Wills With sound peace of mind, I Lindsey

Holhubner am writing this will for my underclassmen friends. To Jordi, I pass on my confidence and my setting hands. To Haleigh and Alyssa, I give the success and luck for next year’s season. To McKenna, I give her my ability to block in both volleyball and basketball and still have a smile while you do it. To Jaelyn, Jaiden, Isabella, and Katelyn, I pass on my time management skills, my crippling senioritis for next year, and our movie night memories, and hope they continue. I love you all and will miss you!

I, Lacey Kimmel, being of sound mind and body will the following: I will my sarcastic attitude to Tiffany Racey, my sense of fashion to Aly Conley, my artistic abilities to Katelyn Burton, my dancing skills to Guinevere Davis, and my love for books to Shaylee Eaves.

I, Katelyn Arlene Knaak, being of sound mind and body will the following: I lend my musical skills to Hannah Green. My procrastination skills to Ali Knaak and my book reading skills to Ethan McGehee.

I, Miranda Mathis, being of sound mind and body will the following: The power to actually come to school next year to my brother, Corbin McNeely.

I, Quinton McBride, being of sound mind and body will the following: I will my ability to avoid class as often as possible to Jered

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Huckleberry, my ability to Spanish (yes, you read that correctly) to Alexia Mook, and my ability to avoid work to Jackie Cham.

I, Taylor Nolen, being of sound mind and body will the following: I will my academic success and my Subway cookie baking skills to Katelyn Burton.

I, Madison Paige Penrod, being of sound mind and body will the following: I will my tallness to Addison Bent, Bri Penrod, and Emme Treat. I also will my amazing driving skills to Emme and Addison. I will my three point shot to Bri Penrod and Emme Treat.

I, Brandt Ramsey, being of sound mind and body will the following: I will Kylee Ramsey my driving skills, Abby Ramsey an FFA membership, Kaleb Faulkner a dead bird, Sadie Johnson Ag knowledge, and Katrina Warehime positivity, even though she’s already got it.

I, Lexi Rix, being of sound mind and body will the following: To Sadie Johnson I will my calmness when dealing with ignorant people because we all know that is a quality she does not process. To Allie Reed, I will her some of my killer dance moves #lookatmenow. To Kenan Rix, I will the ability to stay out of trouble and detention. To Kylee Ramsey, I will my judgement of situations and to not do anything I wouldn’t do.

I, Andres Ruiz, being of sound mind and body will the following: I will nothing to you school peasants. You better earn it. P.S. The Office; season 2, episode 19, minute 14:45.

I, Briley Shanks, being of sound mind and body will the following: I will my ability to not be overly salty to Sadie Johnson and I will all my VHS apparel to Cooper Shanks.

I, Tiffany Stevens being of sound mind and body will the following: I will my love and passion for dance to the future members of the VHS dance team.

I, Bradley West, being of sound mind and body will the following: I will Alex Miller my attitude to do my best and encourage the best from others. School is short dude, but so is life, so do your best, expect the best, and don’t settle for anything but somebody else’s best.

I, Clayton West, being of sound mind and body will the following: I leave my fishing skills to Dustin Ragsdale

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Christian Alford“Fight for new experiences. Don’t allow yourself to become another log.”

Jacob Bach“How could the sky be the limit if there’s footprints on the moon.”

Breanna Brasher“Graduation is the only cure for senioritis.”

Dalton Browning “Never kick a fresh cow turd on a hot day.”

Wesley Cantrell“Hey stupid. Quit being stupid.”

Rayne Cherry“Ovaries before Brovaries.”

Nolan Dahncke“I wish there was a way to know you’re in the good ole days before you’ve actually left them.”

Christian Davis“Is this where you wanna be when Jesus comes back?”

Ben Fisher“Goodbye everyone, I’ll remember you all in therapy.”

Amanda Grant“To be old and wise you must first be young and stupid.”

Reagan Graves“I’m graduating just to go to school again, but now I have to pay for it.”

Lily Greer“Thanks, Quizlet!”

Lindsey Holhubner“I’m the dumbest smart kid around.”

Lucas Jones“Why am I being asked to write a senior quote? I’m not even that old yet!”

Katelyn Knaak“Aim for the moon, even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.”Joseph Kossack“Sorry for the mean, awful, accurate things I say.”

Miranda Mathis“I made it... barely.”

Quinton McBride“Win some, lose some. Accept fate as it comes.”

Taylor Nolen“I said to myself, ‘self.’”

Madison Penrod“DON’T SUCK!”

Tanner Oxford“Due tomorrow? Do tomorrow.”

Lexi Rix“If you ain’t cheatin’, ya ain’t tryin.”

Wraith Rosenthal“We all can’t grow up to be a feminist.”

Briley Shanks“What can I say about high school? I laughed. I cried. It was fun.”

Chris Sharp“Man, I wish I got to play basketball my senior year.”

Tiffany Stevens“They say cheaters never win, but look-here I am.”

Savanna Tite“Did nothing the last four years and still made it.”

Bradley West“The older I get makes it hard to forget, or regret, those rides home at five in the A.M.”

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