Mildred Ward Passes Away

ROSSVILLE-Ward, Mildred G. 90, formerly of Wichita, died Tuesday, May 30, 2017, at the Rossville Health and Rehabilitation Center. 

She was born September 13, 1926, the daughter of Louis and Katherine Pierson Kishko. Mildred worked as an administrative assistant for the State of Kansas Welfare Department for many years. She married Steve Ward, Jr. on September 4, 1959, in Falls City, Nebraska. They were divorced. Mildred was preceded in death by her parents; her stepfather; two brothers, Wendell Kishko and Wayne Kishko; and a half-brother; Philip Niles. Survivors include ten nieces and nephews, and one great-niece, Hope Niles. 

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 5, at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church on the Potawatomi Reservation at Mayetta. Burial will follow in the Shipshee Cemetery. There will be a visitation from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Monday, at Sr. Therese Klepac Memorial Hall at the church. Online condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com4

Topeka Shawnee Hall Of Fame

    The Topeka Shawnee County Sports Council has listed their 2017 Hall of Fame Inductees.  You can read the details at:
http://cjonline.com/sports/highschools/2017-05-31/bentley-elliott-woodland-officially-announced-topeka-shawnee-county

They also published a list of High School nominees.  The following is that list.

Fall female — Mady Myers, Hayden; Imani Jones, Highland Park; Sara Shinn, Rossville; Bailey Chinn, Seaman; Jazz Sweet, Shawnee Heights; Torey Burkhardt, Silver Lake; Mikayla Keeling, Topeka High; Sarah Smith, Topeka West; Avery Munns, Washburn Rural.

Fall male — Tomas Stringer, Hayden; Phillip White, Highland Park; Jacob Bradshaw, Rossville; Dalton Cowan, Seaman; Wyatt Hubert, Shawnee Heights; Dean Honas, Silver Lake; Corey Thomas, Topeka High; Coban Gonzales, Topeka West; Hunter Browning, Washburn Rural.

Winter female — Madison Weaver, Hayden; Tamira Carter, Highland Park; Amanda Hill, Rossville; Shyanne Osterhaus, Seaman; Marissa Patterson, Shawnee Heights; Kayla Lane, Silver Lake; Lauryn Davis, Topeka West; Chelsea Brown, Washburn Rural.

Winter male — Scott Wilson, Hayden; Lazrua Osayande, Highland Park; Dawson Podlena, Seaman; Trey Brown, Shawnee Heights; Ryan Wagner, Silver Lake; Jackson Palmer, Topeka High; Nathan Iles, Washburn Rural.

Spring female — Darian Hillebert, Hayden; Janet Tellez, Highland Park; Lora Shinn, Rossville; McKynley Larson, Seaman; Faith Rottinghaus, Rossville; Alex Ferguson, Silver Lake; Elena Almoguera, Topeka High; Savannah Guy, Topeka West; Laurel Haley, Washburn Rural.

Spring male —Robert Schmidt, Hayden; Zion Meadows, Highland Park; Reese Emert, Seaman; Cole Emerson, Shawnee Heights; Dalton Dultmeier, Silver Lake; Christopher Gernon, Topeka High; Zach Shima, Topeka West; Brayden White, Washburn Rural.

Most inspirational female — Darian Hillebert, Hayden; Raven Meadows, Highland Park; Taylor Bittner, Rossville; McKynley Larson, Seaman; Alyssa Conway, Shawnee Heights; Mallory Shuler, Washburn Rural.

Most inspirational male — Kendall Sutton, Hayden; D’Andre Phillips, Highland Park; Walker Bassett, Seaman; Cole Emerson, Shawnee Heights; Billy Wagemaker, Topeka High; Nikolas Connolly, Washburn Rural.

Brigade Wins Rattler Opener

The Rattlers and the Junction City Brigade opened their season at Rossville with a 14-5 win by the Brogade.

According to the Brigade Facebook page Junction City scored seven runs in the fourth inning and Matt Westphal hit two home runs in the game for the Brigade. Junction City plays at Rossville again Friday night at 7 p.m.

Junction City hosts Rossville at Rathert Field at 7 p.m. Saturday.

Rattlers Add Players

The Rattlers added 4 last minute signees.

UTL/RHP - Colton Kooser - Lyon College
RHP - Jimmy Larson - Kansas State
RHP - Caleb Littlejim - Kansas State
LHP - Tom Skoro - Kansas State

RHS Senior Awads

ROSSVILLE HIGH AWARDS

During the annual Spring Awards Night at Rossville Jr./Sr. High School held on May 10, 2017, the following awards were presented:

 AMERICAN LEGION AWARDS (presented by Major Penny Jamvold) = Ryan Ehrlich & Taylor Bittner. The American Legion Jimmy Lillard Post 31 awards two students each year with a certificate and medal.  The students are chosen by the faculty based on the criteria of courage, honor, leadership,patriotism, scholarship, and service. 

TOPEKA CAPITAL-JOURNAL ALL STATE ACADEMIC AWARD = Ashley Rietcheck.  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. (Topeka Capital-Journal Honorable Mention All-State Academic Team)

KSHSAA CITIZENSHIP AWARDS = Jared Ebert & Morgan Foster

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.

DALE DENNIS AWARD = Ashley Rietcheck

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. 

U.S. ARMY SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARDS = Andrew Hudson & Amanda Hill

Recipients of this award are determined by faculty nominations and must demonstrate commitment to both academics and athletics.

U.S. MARINES OUTSTANDING STUDENT AWARDS

Sgt. Robert Sigars of the U.S. Marine Corps presented awards in three different categories.  The Scholastic Excellence Awards were presented to Andrew Hudson & Amanda Hill for their academic achievements. The Semper Fidelis Award was given to Paul Borcherding for excellence and commitment to the band program.  The Distinguished Athlete Awards were presented to Trey Anderson and Taylor Bittner for their accomplishments in sports throughout the school year.

JOHN JOHNSON LEADERSHIP AWARD = Emily Woodcock

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.

SENIOR INSPIRATION AWARD = Paul Borcherding & Liam Grant.

Liam has supported his classmates in all areas throughout the year by working behind the scenes. He shows genuine concern for others and is always ready to volunteer. He completed his Phlebotomy certification at Washburn Tech.

Paul has the courage to walk his own path. He is always ready to tackle new things and dedicates many hours to improving on his efforts. He volunteers throughout the school year and also during the summer.

MICHAEL KELLER AWARD = Fred Schuler

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.

TOBY MCCULLOUGH AWARD=Laura Gillum

This award is presented to honor the leadership and service to RHS by Mr. Toby McCullough. Mr. McCullough has been an educator in USD 321 for 34 years and in education for 37 years. The recipient of this award must be punctual; have excellent attendance; enjoy and/or participate in sports; be intelligent, have a strong work ethic, sense of humor, and leadership qualities; and be dedicated to volunteering and in giving back to the community.

RONALD REAGAN STUDENT LEADER AWARDS = Taylor Bittner, Laura Gillum, Paul Borcherding, and Ashley Rietcheck (receiving a certificate and silver coin)

Students selected must 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.

KANSAS GOVERNOR’S SCHOLAR=Fred Schuler

Each high school in Kansas nominates one student as their top scholar to receive this award. The criteria includes GPA, ACT, class rank, and strength of schedule.

ACT SCHOLARS=Bryce Gfeller, Ashley Rietcheck, Fred Schuler & Ryan Ehrlich

Awarded to students at Rossville High School that receive a score of 30 or higher on their ACT.

KANSAS ACT SCHOLARS=Fred Schuler & Ryan Ehrlich

Given to students that score a 32 or above on their ACT. Fred and Ryan both scored a 33 out of a possible 36 on their ACTs.

All-MEL Academic Team

RHS MID-EAST LEAGUE ALL ACADEMIC TEAM

The Mid-East League each year awards a medal to all students who have participated in at least 3 activities sponsored by the Kansas State High School Activities Association and have maintained a 3.5 Grade Point Average in the first 3 quarters of the school year.  Rossville High School had 47 students that met the requirements for the 2016-2017 school year:

Freshmen                     Sophomores                     Juniors                        Seniors   

Avery Anderson           Jordan Bittner                 Kylee Badura               Taylor Bittner

Kaleb Badura               MaKenzie Decklar          Breaira Bergstresser    Paul Borcherding

Dani Bittner                  Kaytlin Dohrman            Maura Buhler                Ryan Ehrlich

Kody Davoren              Caila Hill                        Perry Foster                  Bryce Gfeller

Erika Hatina                 Phoenix Thomas            Moritz Happerger         Laura Gillum

Meagan Huston                                                  Holden Hurla                Amanda Hill

Danielle Moore                                                   Meg Kirk                       Andrew Hudson

Randy Morelli                                                     Abigail McCrory            Danielle Mason

Taylor Morelli                                                      Hannah Miller               Mitchell Porter

Michaela Paulsen                                                Jalyn Porter                  Ashley Rietcheck

Jenna Rodehorst                                                 Sweta Sadhu                Fred Schuler

Colten Stallbaumer                                              Kathleen Schuler          Lora Shinn

Emma Streit                                                         Ella Terliesner              Sara Shinn

Sydney Wonnell                                                                                        Sam Thederahn

                                                                                                                  Emily Woodcock

RHS Valedictorians, Salutatorians

Rossville High School announced their top scholars at graduation on May 21, 2017.  Pictured from left are Valedictorians Fred Schuler, Ashley Rietcheck, and Emily Woodcock and Salutatorian Mitchell Porter

Top Ten Scholars For 2017

RHS ANNOUNCES TOP 10

Rossville High School announced the Top 10 Seniors of the Class of 2017 at graduation exercises on Sunday, May 21, 2017. The following seniors were recognized for their academic accomplishments: Taylor Bittner, Ryan Ehrlich, Morgan Foster, Bryce Gfeller, Andrew Hudson, Sidney Murray, Mitchell Porter, Ashley Rietcheck, Fred Schuler, and Emily Woodcock.

National Honor Society Inducts 7

RHS ANNOUNCES NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY MEMBERS

Rossville Jr./Sr. High School inducted 7 new members into the National Honor Society at the Spring Awards Night on May 10, 2017.  Senior Jared Ebert; Junior Holden Hurla; and sophomores Jordan Bittner, MaKenzie Decklar, Kaytlin Dohrman, Cheyenne Reese, and Ava Stipp lit the candle of honor and recited the pledge as new members.

RHS existing members are Taylor Bittner, Paul Borcherding, Ryan Ehrlich, Morgan Foster, Laura Gillum, Amanda Hill, Andrew Hudson,  Ashley Rietcheck, Lora Shinn, Sara Shinn, Sierra Streit, Alyssa Thompson, and Emily Woodcock and Juniors Kylee Badura, Breaira Bergstresser, Maura Buhler, Tronnie Blair, Perry Foster, Cory Hadsall, Abigail McCrory, Hannah Miller, Jalyn Porter, and Ashley Zemek.

NHS officers for the 2017-2018 school year were recently elected and are as follows: President Maura Buhler, Vice-President Hannah Miller, Secretary Jalyn Porter, and Treasurer Kylee Badura.

Membership in the National Honor Society is based on a student’s performance in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character.  In order to be eligible, students must first have a grade point average of at least 3.2 and have made significant contributions to their school and community, as well as maintain strong moral character.

 

RHS Curriculum Completers

ROSSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES CURRICULUM COMPLETERS

 Rossville Jr./Sr. High School had 12 seniors this year who completed the required curriculum as set forth by the Kansas Board of Regents and earned the designation of State of Kansas Curriculum Completer.  In order to earn this distinction, students must have completed 4 years of English, 4 years of Math, 3 years of Science, 3 years of Social Studies, and 2 years of Foreign Language. The students who met these criteria were Taylor Bittner, Paul Borcherding, Ryan Ehrlich, Bryce Gfeller, Laura Gillum, Andrew Hudson, Samantha Murray, Mitchell Porter, Ashley Rietcheck, Fred Schuler, Matthew Stillion, and Emily Woodcock.

All Curriculum Completers are then eligible to be considered for an additional award.  The Kansas Board of Regents on behalf of the Kansas Legislature ranks these Curriculum Completers based on their GPA and ACT scores. Ryan Ehrlich, Bryce Gfeller, Ashley Rietcheck, Fred Schuler, and Emily Woodcock were designated as 2017 Kansas State Scholars.

Aaron Biehler Passes Away.

Aaron Wesley Biehler was born on May 28, 1993 and passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2017.

Aaron was a resident of Kansas.

He was graduated from Herington High School with the class of 2011.

He was currently serving in the Kansas National Guard and presently employed at Pyrodex Corporation.

Funeral Service will be 11:00AM Wednesday May 31st 2017 at the Herington Community Building with Rev. Sue Talbot and Rev. Mark Lovett officiating. Military committal will follow at the Burdick Methodist Cemetery. A visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00PM Tuesday May 30th 2017 at the Zeiner Funeral Home-Herington.

The family requests memorials to Aaron Biehler Memorial Fund; and they may be sent in care of the Zeiner Funeral Home Herington.


His mother and stepfather are Kent & Betsy Miller of Rossville who are members of the Rossville Methodist church

Rossville Rattler's Schedule

ROSSVILLE RATTLERS BASEBALL SCHEDULE

Home games are at Joe Campbell Stadium in Rossville

June

1 Junction City Brigade, 7 p.m.
2 Junction City Brigade, 7 p.m.
3 at Junction City Brigade, 7 p.m.
5 Midwest Veterans, 7 p.m.
7 at Midwest Veterans, TBA
8 Topeka Golden Giants, 7 p.m.
9 Topeka Golden Giants, 7 p.m.
10 Topeka Golden Giants, 7 p.m.
12 Liberty Monarchs, 7 p.m.
13 at Liberty Monarch, TBA
14 at Sabetha Lobos, 7 p.m.
15 Sabetha Lobos, 7 p.m.
17 at Sabetha Lobos, 7 p.m.
19 Midwest Athletics, 7 p.m.
20 at Midwest Athletics, TBA
22 at Junction City Brigade, 7 p.m.
23 at Junction City Brigade, 7 p.m.
24 Junction City Brigade, 7 p.m.
26 Baldwin City Blues, 7 p.m.
27 at Baldwin City Blues, 7 p.m.
29 Sabetha Lobos, 7 p.m.
30 at Sabetha Lobos, 7 p.m.

July

1 Sabetha Lobos, 7 p.m.
2 Mid-Plains League All-Star Game, at Sabetha, 7 p.m.
5 at Topeka Golden Giants, 6 p.m.
6 at Topeka Golden Giants, 6 p.m.
7 at Topeka Golden Giants, 6 p.m.
10 Midwest Veterans, 7 p.m.
11 at Liberty Monarchs, TBA
12 Midwest Athletics, 7 p.m.
13 at Baldwin City Blues, 7 p.m.
15-16-17 Mid-Plains League Playoffs
20-21-22 Mid-Plains League Cowdin Cup Championship.

Mid-Plains League To Begin Play

From the Capital-Journal:

The Mid-Plains League begins its fourth year with eight teams split into two divisions. The West Division is Topeka, Rossville Rattlers, Sabetha Lobos and Junction City Brigade and the East Division is Baldwin City Blues, Liberty (Mo.) Monarchs, Midwest Athletics (Belton, Mo.) and Midwest Veterans (Eudora).

“We’re really happy with the product on the field and feel like the league has room to grow, but guys are getting the opportunity to play and that’s the most important thing,” said David Streeter, MPL commissioner and general manager of the Rossville Rattlers.

The Rattlers open their sixth season at home Thursday against Junction City, the defending Cowdin Cup league playoff champion. The Rattlers are coming off a 14-20 season under Tobi Cowdin, the 2015 and 2016 MPL manager of the year.

“We have the most pitching we’ve had since we started in Rossville,” Streeter said. “We have some good talent with K-State and KU guys and we’re pretty well-rounded in the infield and outfield. We have some good juco players, and those guys really benefit in the summer as far as being scouted by Division I and Division II college teams.”

Donna Boatwright Passes Away

      Donna Boatwright, 90, recently of Chanute, KS, died on May 20th, 2017. 
      Born in 1927 near Bennington, KS, Donna and her late husband, Dr. Virgil Boatwright, Superintendent of Schools for USD 321 for several years and also Basehor, lived in the Delia, St. Marys, Basehor, Wamego and Kansas City areas for almost 60 years. Donna remained in the area for another 30 after Virgil's death. They had 4 children, 15 grandchildren, and 26 great-grandchildren. 
      A Celebration of Life for Donna's family and friends is planned from 9 a.m. to noon Sunday, June 4, at the pavilion in City Park in Rossville, Kansas. A lite lunch will be served. Casual dress. Children welcome.