ROSSVILLE HIGH AWARDS
During the annual Spring Awards Night at Rossville Jr./Sr. High School , the following awards were presented:
KSU OUTSTANDING MATH &
SCIENCE AWARD
Each
year, in conjunction with Kansas State University’s College of Engineering,
Rossville High School’s math and science teachers are asked to nominate one
individual they believe is the best student in each of these two subjects. This
year, teachers selected Davis Warton to receive this
honor.
AMERICAN LEGION AWARDS
The American Legion Jimmy Lillard Post 31 awards two students each year from Rossville High School with a certificate and medal. The students are chosen by the faculty based on the criteria of courage, honor, leadership, patriotism, scholarship, and service.
This year, the American Legion, represented by Ken Wichman, awarded Davis Warton and Hailey Dick with the honor.
The American Legion Jimmy Lillard Post 31 awards two students each year from Rossville High School with a certificate and medal. The students are chosen by the faculty based on the criteria of courage, honor, leadership, patriotism, scholarship, and service.
This year, the American Legion, represented by Ken Wichman, awarded Davis Warton and Hailey Dick with the honor.
TOPEKA CAPITAL-JOURNAL ALL STATE
ACADEMIC AWARD
This award is sponsored by the Topeka
Capital-Journal. Every Kansas high school selects one individual to
represent their school based on academic and extracurricular
performances. Davis Warton was named to the Topeka Capital-Journal
All-State Academic Team.
KSHSAA CITIZENSHIP AWARDS
The Kansas State High School
Activities Association each year awards one male and one female
student from each high school with a citizenship award. Individuals
receiving this award must demonstrate respect for fellow students,
the citizens of the community, adults, and their country. They must
also show respect and tolerance for others, good sportsmanship, and
good citizenship. Skylar Olson and Samantha Thompson were given this
award.
DALE DENNIS AWARD
The Dale Dennis Excellence in
Education Award was established in 1996 by Kansas administrators to
honor the long and valuable service that Dale Dennis gave to Kansas
education. It is based on Citizenship, Service, Scholarship, and
Common Sense. The award was presented to Miranda Martin.
BENNY STACH AWARD
Benny Stach was a Rossville student
who lost his life in an auto accident during his Senior year. His
classmates and family began the award in Benny’s memory.
It is awarded to an RHS student who
displays many of the qualities Benny possessed. Nominations and the
final selection are made by the faculty based on several qualities,
including friendliness, helpfulness, understanding, and warmth for
others. Ashlynn Biehler was presented the award.
U.S. ARMY SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARDS
The U.S. Army presented the
Scholar-Athlete Awards to Tegan Lambotte and Therese VanderPutten.
Recipients of this award are determined by faculty nominations and
must demonstrate commitment to both academics and athletics.
U.S. MARINES OUTSTANDING STUDENT
AWARDS
The U.S. Marine Corps presents awards
in three different categories. The Scholastic Excellence Awards were
presented to Devin Morris and Macy Gillum for their academic
achievements. The Semper Fidelis Award was given to Cassie Sanders
for excellence and commitment to the band program. The Distinguished
Athlete Awards were presented to Marcus Catron and Cheyanne Daniels
for their accomplishments in sports throughout the school year.
JOHN JOHNSON LEADERSHIP AWARD
The John Johnson Leadership Award was
created to honor Mr. Johnson for his years of dedication to the
students of Rossville High School. The award began in 2007 and is
presented annually to the student who demonstrates quiet leadership
and service. Tegan Lambotte was chosen as the eighth recipient of
this award.
SENIOR INSPIRATION AWARD
The Senior Inspiration Award was
presented to Rocky Welch. Rocky has maintained a positive outlook on
life and his future, even though he has faced many challenges this
year. He has impressed many of his friends and teachers with his
strength, integrity, and maturity in the face of these adversities.
Rocky will complete his education in Automotive Technology next year
at Washburn Institute of Technology.
MICHAEL
KELLER AWARD
The Michael Keller Award is presented
to honor the long and dedicated service provided to RHS by Mr.
Michael Keller. Mr. Keller began his teaching career in 1978 and
dispensed his wisdom, sense of humor, and discipline to countless
students over this 35-year period. The recipient of this award must
display strong citizenship, respect for others, attention to details,
and have excellent attendance and punctuality. The 2nd
recipient of the Michael Keller Award was Caleb Falk.
PRUDENTIAL
SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARD
The Prudential Spirit of Community
Awards program was created in 1995 in partnership with the National
Association of Secondary School Principals to recognize
volunteer community service in youth at various levels. Caleb Falk
has dedicated many hours to the betterment of others, averaging close
to 20 hours per week in volunteer service.
RONALD REAGAN STUDENT LEADER AWARDS
This year, Rossville High School was
asked to nominate students that exemplify the meaning of student
leadership to honor Pres. Reagan’s legacy of leadership and
service. Students were chosen for their participation in
extracurricular activities and pursuit of leadership roles that make
a positive difference in their school and community. Recipients must
value education, have an affinity for discovery and lifelong
learning, and display drive, integrity, and good citizenship. RHS
presented Davis Warton, Caleb Falk, and Hailey Dick with a
certificate and silver coin to recognize them as Ronald Reagan
Student leaders.
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