RHS Awards

ROSSVILLE HIGH AWARDS

During the annual Spring Awards Night at Rossville Jr./Sr. High School held on May 6, 2015, 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 Nick Reesor 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 Andrea Rietcheck and Ethan Woodcock 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. Andrea Reitcheck was named to the Topeka Capital-Journal Honorable Mention 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. Nick Reesor and Rachel Lord 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 Breanna Ebert.

BENNY STACH AWARDBenny 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 whodisplays 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. Danielle Glotzbach was presented the award.

U.S. ARMY SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARDS

The U.S. Army presented the Scholar-Athlete Awards to Nick Reesor and Taylor Kirk. 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 Breanna Hill and Lake Schultz-Pruner for their academic achievements. The Semper Fidelis Award was given to Rachel Lord for excellence and commitment to the band program. The Distinguished Athlete Awards were presented to Thatcher Horak and Taylor Brecheisen 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. Dustin Cooper was chosen as the ninth recipient of this award.

SENIOR INSPIRATION AWARD

The Senior Inspiration Award was presented to Terrence Sowers and Makayla Crow.

Terrence meets challenges with humor, spunk, and integrity. He is kind to everyone and has inspired others to open their minds to new ideas and attempt new things. His inner strength, sense of respect and honor, and his capacity for caring truly set him apart from his peers.

Makayla has maintained a positive outlook on life and her future, even though she has faced many challenges this year. She has impressed many of her friends and teachers, with her strength, integrity, and maturity in the face of these adversities, all without offering excuses or being late on her commitments. She is the voice of reason to many of her peers and is always asking what she can do to help, rather than what reward will she receive if she does.

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 3^rd recipient of the Michael Keller Award was Jack Steckel.

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 Makayla Crow, Andrea Rietcheck, Ethan Woodcock, and Nick Reesor with a certificate and silver coin to recognize them as Ronald Reagan Student leaders.