Sgt. Henry Segura USMC Ret. Passed away June 12, 2018 at Select Specialty Hospital in Kansas City. Henry was born in Topeka, Kansas, on August 6, 1936, son of Juan and Antonia Segura.
He married Theresa Shufeldt on August 2, 1969, where together they had two sons. They later divorced.
Henry married Wilma Viles Dominguez on January 18 in Lawrence, Kansas. Together they raised his two sons, Michael and Richard Segura both of Topeka, Kansas.
He attended Topeka Public Schools and graduated from Topeka High in 1954. He joined the United States Army Reserve on June 8, 1953. After his tour he joined the United States Marine Corps where he retired on July 30, 1970.
He had a very full life. Stationed in Okinawa, Philippines, Hawaii, China, Wake Island, Guam, and North Vietnam. Henry guarded Madam Nu, Climbed Mount Fuji, and from 1962 to 1965 he road shotgun for pilots from I-Core. He guarded President Eisenhower during his trip to Japan and Okinawa. He loved his country and was very proud to serve.
Henry also worked at Ed Marlings T.V. and Small Appliance Repair from 1970-1973, then went on to work at St. Francis Hospital where he was a maintenance electrician from 1973-1995. He was a member of Wanamaker Seventh Day Adventist Church, and the American Legion Post 31 in Rossville. He loved working on electronics and cars and treasured spending time with his family and helping others.
Henry is preceded in death by both of his parents; his brother John Segura Jr. and his sisters Romona S. Alvares and Rita S. Charay.
He is survived by his wife Wilma of 43 years; his two sons Michael (Pam Cross) Segura and Richard Segura; brother Pete T. Segura and his sister Carolina S. Hernandez; and three step grandchildren, Daniel Jackson, Jared Jackson, and Matthew Cross.
Funeral Services will be 11:00 am Friday, June 15, 2018 at Wanamaker Seventh Day Adventist Church. He will lie in state after 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 14, 2018. Family will receive friends at Brennan Mathena Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. Interment will be held at Mount Calvary Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled Veterans Association and sent in the care of Brennan Mathena Funeral Home. To leave fond memories or condolences visit www.brennanmathenafh.com.
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Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Rossville Library Events
summer EVENTS at rossvile library
- Storytime
- Jun 14 18
- 10:15 am - 10:45 am
- Yoga with Cat McMahon
- Jun 14 18
- 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Main Street Bookies Book Club
- Jun 15 18
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Board of Trustees Meeting
- Jun 20 18
- 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
- Storytime
- Jun 21 18
- 10:15 am - 10:45 am
- Yoga with Cat McMahon
- Jun 21 18
- 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Storytime
- Jun 28 18
- 10:15 am - 10:45 am
- Yoga with Cat McMahon
- Jun 28 18
- 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
- Closed for Independence Day
- Jul 4 18
- 12:00 am
- Storytime
- Jul 5 18
- 10:15 am - 10:45 am
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
Josephine (Barney) (43) Harkness Passes Away
Josephine B. Harkness, 92, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, June 9, 2018.
She was born December 18, 1925, in Rossville, Kansas, the daughter of Joseph and Alice (Redmon) Barney.
She graduated from Rossville High School in 1943 and the University of Kansas with a Bachelor’s of Arts in 1949. Later, she earned a Master’s Degree in Journalism from Washburn University.
As an Air Force wife, she and her family lived in Japan from 1954 until 1957, where she served as base librarian. She often spoke of having crossed the Pacific twice.
She was also employed as a school teacher, book editor and researcher throughout her life.
Survivors include two sons, C. Eric Harkness, Topeka and Tom (Cynthia) Harkness, Woodstock, IL and two granddaughters, Anna and Elisa Harkness.
She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Dale and Kenneth Barney.
Josephine enjoyed reading, writing poetry, sewing, cooking and traveling.
Private graveside services will be held at Rossville Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to NAMI Kansas, P.O. Box 675, Topeka, KS 66601.
She was born December 18, 1925, in Rossville, Kansas, the daughter of Joseph and Alice (Redmon) Barney.
She graduated from Rossville High School in 1943 and the University of Kansas with a Bachelor’s of Arts in 1949. Later, she earned a Master’s Degree in Journalism from Washburn University.
As an Air Force wife, she and her family lived in Japan from 1954 until 1957, where she served as base librarian. She often spoke of having crossed the Pacific twice.
She was also employed as a school teacher, book editor and researcher throughout her life.
Survivors include two sons, C. Eric Harkness, Topeka and Tom (Cynthia) Harkness, Woodstock, IL and two granddaughters, Anna and Elisa Harkness.
She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Dale and Kenneth Barney.
Josephine enjoyed reading, writing poetry, sewing, cooking and traveling.
Private graveside services will be held at Rossville Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to NAMI Kansas, P.O. Box 675, Topeka, KS 66601.
Sunday, June 10, 2018
Legion Feast June 15
AMERICAN LEGION POST 31, Rossville: All you can eat Crawfish, Shrimp Boil, Mountain Oysters, 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. Friday, June 15. Meals start at $12.50-$25. (785) 584-6177.
Friday, June 8, 2018
Sports Council Award Nominees
On Thursday the finalists for the Topeka Shawnee County Sports Council high school awards were announced. The awards will be announced on June 28.
Awards will be presented to the top senior student athletes for the fall, winter and spring seasons as well as awards for the top overall male and female athletes and the most inspirational male and female athletes.
The nominees announced for the Winter Season included two Rossville atheletes.
Winter male — DeShawn Hanika, Hayden; Angelo Plakio, Highland Park; Isaiah Luellen, Rossville; Zeke Metz, Seaman; Nathan Mercer, Shawnee Heights; Jordan Priddy, Silver Lake; Fischer Carr, Topeka High; Koriyon Carr, Topeka West; Tarrin Fisher, Washburn Rural.
Winter female — Madison Ellis, Hayden; Alijah McCracken, Highland Park; Jalyn Porter, Rossville; Kishno Bell, Seaman; Lydia Ostenson, Shawnee Heights; Morgan Carranza, Shawnee Heights; Makaila Cowdin, Topeka West; Kendall Michalski, Washburn Rural.
All MID-EAST League Softball Team
First team
Rachel Allen, Riley County; Lexi Cobb, Silver Lake; Alexis Hafenstine, Wabaunsee; Josie Harrison, St. Marys; Hallie Hay, Silver Lake; Ellie Hogle, Silver Lake; Peyton Hurla, ST. Marys; Demi Kunkel, Rock Creek; Kelcie Kippes, Rossville; Daryn Lamprecht, Silver Lake; Kinlyn Lundin, Rossville; Abby Pressgrove, Silver Lake; Elisa Princic, Rossville; Gracie Rabe, Rossville; Autymn Schreiner, Wabaunsee.
Honorable mention
Rylee Brecheisen, Rossville; Beth Hogle, Silver Lake; Logan Hurla, St. Marys; Reagan Hurla, St. Marys; Alyssa Lohmeyer, Wabaunsee; Abby Oliver, Wabaunsee; Haley Petty, Rock Creek; Miranda Tegtmeier, Riley County; Saige VanSickle, Riley County.
All MID-EAST League Baseball Team
First team
Cale Adams, sr., Silver Lake; Toby Becker, jr., Rock Creek; Logan Brown, jr., Wabaunsee; Trent Byers, sr., Silver Lake; Cody Dyche, jr., Rossville; Dalton Engle, sr., Riley County; Mitchell Flanagan, sr., St. Marys; Tucker Gehrt, sr., Rock Creek; Josh Grynkiewicz, sr., Riley County; Tyler Halstead, sr., Riley County; Garrett Harmison, so., Riley County; Cameron Minihan, jr., Rock Creek; Ty Nelson, sr., Riley County; Ian Russell, jr., Rock Creek; Derek Shaheen, sr., Rock Creek; Riley Tubbs, sr., Wabaunsee; Carson Zenger, sr., Rock Creek.
Honorable mention
Nic Allen, fr., Riley County; Josh Boyd, sr., Silver Lake; Will Boyd, sr., Silver Lake; Jon Brase, sr., St. Marys; Chad Chambers, so., Wabaunsee; Austin DeWeese, sr., Rock Creek; Connor Holle, fr., Riley County; Sean McCann, jr., St. Marys; Jared Morris, sr., Rossville; Chase Nelson, sr., Wabaunsee.
Wednesday, June 6, 2018
Ruth Cowan Passes Away
Ruth May Cowen, 92, Rossville, passed away Tuesday, June 5, 2018.
She was born March 1, 1926, in Hollister, Missouri, the daughter of Houston Duncan and Ida (White) Barker.
Ruth was employed by Bobo's Drive In, Huntoon location, retiring after 37 years.
She was a member of Rossville Christian Church, Rossville Senior Center, where she served as a past board member.
Ruth married Earl Cowen on November 10, 1943. He preceded her in death. Other survivors include her children: Shirley Driscoll, Michael (Beatriz) Cowen, all of Rossville and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, step-father, Jim Barker and brother, Orville Barker.
Visitation will begin at 12 noon Thursday, June 7, 2018 at Parker-Price Cremations, Funerals & Receptions. Funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Rossville Senior Center or Rossville Christian Church. To leave a message for the family online, please visit www.ParkerPriceFH.com.
She was born March 1, 1926, in Hollister, Missouri, the daughter of Houston Duncan and Ida (White) Barker.
Ruth was employed by Bobo's Drive In, Huntoon location, retiring after 37 years.
She was a member of Rossville Christian Church, Rossville Senior Center, where she served as a past board member.
Ruth married Earl Cowen on November 10, 1943. He preceded her in death. Other survivors include her children: Shirley Driscoll, Michael (Beatriz) Cowen, all of Rossville and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, step-father, Jim Barker and brother, Orville Barker.
Visitation will begin at 12 noon Thursday, June 7, 2018 at Parker-Price Cremations, Funerals & Receptions. Funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Rossville Senior Center or Rossville Christian Church. To leave a message for the family online, please visit www.ParkerPriceFH.com.
Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Rossville High Alumni Reunion
The Rossville High School Alumni reunion, dinner and scholarship presentation was held Saturday evening, June 2nd at the Dekat Center in Rossville. Attending were 110 alumni and guests. The evening included social time with a catered dinner served at 6:00 p.m. The program started with several former cheerleaders leading the Rossville High School Song.
Guest speaker was Travis VanVleck, principal of Rossville Grade School. Travis was a former winner of a Rossville Alumni Scholarship.
Kylee Badura, Maura Buhler, Isaiah Luellen and Jalyn Porter were honored as the Alumni Foundation Scholarship winners for 2018. They were each awarded a $1,500. scholarship to be used for their higher education. As part of the program, the winners introduced themselves to the guests and told of their accomplishments in school and their goals for the future.
Clyde Strimple (class of 1947) was honored for his dedication and support of the Alumni Foundation. He is stepping down from the Alumni Foundation board after serving for many years.
All alumni attending were introduced and asked to stand to be recognized. The milestone class of 1968 (50 years) had 10 classmates attending and the class of 1958 (60 years) had seven. Oldest graduates in attendance were Jim Fitzgerald and Juanita Keller Raab. They were graduates of the class of 1941 - 77 years ago. After the meeting, class photos were taken. It was a fun evening for all.
Class of 1968 left to right
Rick Dayton, Doug French, Cheryl Mermis Frederick, Rovell Heslet, Cherrie Fairbanks Argabright,
Joe Simecka, Bill Smith, Jr., Larry Martinek, Calvin Lytle, Dennis Tuller.
Class of 1958 left to right
Laird French, Ed Lloyd, Linda Hurley Hudson, David Stadler,
Jane Rogers McClelland, Mary K Dolezilek Funke, Darrel Rezac
Moravan Lodge Table At Topeka Gives
Our Moravan Lodge Table at the TOPEKA GIVES SHOW is all set to be seen by hundreds of people today ,
Tuesday June 5 at the Fairlawn Plaza in Topeka, Come and see what Diana Dolezilek has done to
exemplify our Lodge and to show it off. Now we need your support to make a donation to support some of the
Lodge and the Bohemian Hall projects that we have planned. Now is the time to make that donation. When
making your donation you just enhance your donation by the Topeka Foundation of an additional 15% or so.
Come by our table and say hi. Doors are open from 7 AM till 6 PM. Call me for any additional information at 785 633 5564,
Our next Polka Dance will be October 6, 2018. Plan on attending and enjoy some good ole Polka Music,
Thanks,
Douglas Martinek
Rossville Moravan Lodge
RHS Honor Society Members/Officers
Rossville Jr./Sr. High School inducted 16 new members into
the National Honor Society at the Spring Awards Night on May 9, 2018. Senior Rylee Brecheisen; Juniors Caila Hill
and Stacey Keithline; and sophomores Avery
Anderson, Kaleb Badura, Danielle Bittner, Kody Davoren, Erika Hatina, Leah
Hudson, Kinlyn Lundin, Danielle Moore, Randy Morelli, Taylor Morelli, Michaela
Paulsen, Jenna Rodehorst, and Sydney Wonnell lit the candle of honor and
recited the pledge as new members.
RHS existing members are Seniors Kylee Badura, Breaira Bergstresser, Tronnie Blair, Maura Buhler, Ashley
Douglas, Perry Foster, Cory Hadsall, Holden Hurla, Abigail McCrory,
Hannah Miller, and Jalyn
Porter and Juniors Jordan Bittner, MaKenzie
Decklar, Kaytlin Dohrman, Cheyenne Reese, and Ava Stipp.
NHS officers for the 2017-2018 school year were recently
elected and are as follows: President Jordan Bittner, Vice-President Caila Hill,
Secretary Taylor Morelli, and Treasurer MaKenzie Decklar.
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.
Sunday, June 3, 2018
All Mid-East League Academic Team
Freshmen Sophomores Juniors Seniors
Destiny Bergstresser Zach Archer Betsy Beetz Kylee Badura
Kaiden Brown Kaleb Badura Jordan Bittner Breaira Bergstresser
Jaycee Fiedler Dani Bittner Mia
Casadevall Tronnie Blair
Tatum Gentry Kody Davoren Caila Hill Rylee Brecheisen
Madison Horgan Meagan Huston Kelcie Kippes Nick
Brummer
Jordan Quinones Randy Morelli Elisa Princic Maura
Buhler
Parker Kenny Taylor Morelli Berta Stojkovska Ashley Douglas
Austin Klesath Jenna Rodehorst Abigail
Escobar
Breck McCrory Sydney Wonnell Perry Foster
Peyton Price Cory Hadsall
Gracie Rabe Holden Hurla
William Reeves Meg Kirk
Julia Streit Abigail McCrory
Chris VanderPutten Hannah
Miller Jalyn
Porter
Kathleen Schuler
Rossville High Awards
During
the annual Spring Awards Night at Rossville Jr./Sr. High School held on May 9,
2018, the following awards were presented:
AMERICAN LEGION AWARDS = Maura Buhler & Perry Foster. 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 = Kylee Badura.
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 = Holden Hurla & Hannah Miller
The Kansas State High
School Activities Association 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 Douglas
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 = Presented by Staff Sergeant Ian Sanchez to Isaiah
Luellen & Jalyn Porter. Recipients of this award are determined by faculty
nominations and must demonstrate commitment to both academics and athletics.
U.S. MARINES
OUTSTANDING STUDENT AWARDS
Awards are presented in three different categories: The
Scholastic Excellence Awards were presented to Isaiah Luellen & Abigail
McCrory for their academic achievements. The Semper Fidelis Award was given to Daniel
Borcherding for excellence and commitment to the band program. The Distinguished Athlete Awards were
presented to Maura Buhler & Holden Hurla for their accomplishments in
sports throughout the school year.
JOHN JOHNSON
LEADERSHIP AWARD = Breaira Bergstresser
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 = Isaiah Luellen & Maura Buhler
Isaiah has continually demonstrated an amazing work ethic in
many aspects of his life. He has the courage to be himself and is not afraid to
let others know his beliefs. He is level headed, insightful, and passionate. His
perseverance through injuries and his dedication and desire to overcome
obstacles has been an inspiration to his classmates, to younger students, and
to the adults around him.
Maura has been an integral part of her class, her school,
and her community for her entire life. She dedicates herself to helping others
and makes a genuine effort to not only know everyone in the school, but to
support their accomplishments by attending all school events. She is able to
maintain her composure in any situation and is an amazing leader, leading by
example and making others want to follow. Her integrity and commitment is
unquestionable. She volunteers endlessly, organizing many school, church, TASMAD,
and Student Council events.
MICHAEL KELLER AWARD = Cory Hadsall
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=Jalyn
Porter
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 = Jalyn Porter, Maura Buhler, Ashley Douglas, & Perry
Foster (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=Kathleen 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=Cory
Hadsall & Kathleen Schuler (receiving a Rossville Academic Excellence
patch) Awarded to students at Rossville High School that receive a score of 30 or
higher on their ACT.
KANSAS ACT SCHOLARS=Kathleen
Schuler
Given to students that score a 32 or above on their ACT. Kathleen
scored a 33 out of a possible 36 on her ACT.
U.S. YOUTH SENATE
AWARD=Maura Buhler
Every high school in Kansas nominates one student to
represent their school in a competition in which the outcome is based entirely
on a test. The test consists of multiple choice, true/false, and essay
questions over the government, the Constitution, and the current and former
leaders of our country.
KANSAS HONOR SCHOLARS=Kylee
Badura, Ashley Douglas, Cory Hadsall, Hannah Miller, & Kathleen Schuler
(receiving certificate and medallion to wear at graduation) The Kansas Honor
Scholar Program sponsored by KU Endowment and Alumni Associations recognizes
and awards high school seniors for their academic achievements. Recipients rank in the top ten percent of
their class based on academic records through the end of their junior year.
2018 Scholarships For RHS Graduates
Rossville High School held its
annual Spring Awards Night on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 to bestow awards and
scholarships to deserving students. The
counselor, administration, and faculty would like to thank all of the
scholarship contributors and presenters for their donations and interest in the
students of Rossville. Your dedication
to our students is greatly appreciated.
The following scholarships were
presented:
Custom Wood Products Scholarship: ($1000
renewable)
Presented
to Ashley Douglas. The scholarship was established by Donald and Pamela Lake to
further Custom Wood’s commitment to the communities of Rossville and St. Marys.
Rossville Booster Club Scholarship:
($200)
Presented
by Laurie Glotzbach to Melinda Kirk. The award began in 2012 and the recipient
must have participated in a KSHSAA activity throughout high school.
Bryan Lindstrom Inspirational
Scholarship: ($500)
Presented
to Kathleen Schuler. This scholarship is a tribute to Bryan, who was an
inspiration to others and lost his life to cancer in 2013.
Rossville
High School Alumni Association: ($1500)
Presented by Kathy Kovar to Kylee
Badura, Maura Buhler, Jalyn Porter, & Isaiah Luellen. The Association was
founded in 1998 and has awarded over $28,500 to deserving students in this 21-year
period. The award’s recipient must meet high standards set out by the
association and be a good representative of RHS as they move on through college
and begin their career.
Rossville United Methodist Church:
($2000 renewable scholarship)
Presented
by Tom Lacock to Kathleen Schuler.
The award
is given to seniors that are members of the church.
Shawnee County Farm Bureau
Scholarship: ($500)
Presented
by Leroy Russell to Perry Foster & Kylee Badura. Recipients must have a
parent or grandparent that is a member of Shawnee County Farm Bureau.
Bank of the Flint Hills Employee
Donor Advised Scholarship: ($500)
Presented
by Joe Fanning to Hannah Miller. This fund combines the generous gifts of bank
employees to provide scholarships to area seniors.
Kaw
Valley Education Association Scholarship: ($250)
Presented to Isaiah Luellen. KVEA
annually raises money and presents scholarships to an RHS and SMHS student
planning to pursue a career in education.
Doug
Perine Memorial Scholarship: ($500)
Presented to Hannah Miller. The
scholarship was established in 2012 to honor Doug, a longtime community figure,
and is given to an RHS student planning to continue their education.
Les
Hallmark Memorial Scholarship: ($400)
Presented to Ashley Douglas. The
scholarship was established by Dorothy Hallmark and is awarded annually in
memory of her husband Les who was an Art teacher at Rossville High School for
many years.
Laurel
Stone Jackson Scholarship: ($500)
Presented by Laurel Jackson to Maura
Buhler
This is the 3rd year for
the scholarship established by Mrs. Jackson following her retirement as the
school librarian. Applicants are required to write an essay over a book they
have read.
Cecile Zlatnik Memorial Scholarship:
($200)
Presented
to Maura Buhler & Jalyn Porter. The scholarship is presented annually in
memory of Cecile to recognize individuals who demonstrate outstanding
character, service, and leadership.
Cole Arnold Memorial Scholarship:
($500)
Presented
by Toby and Ann McCullough to Hannah Miller.
The award
is presented annually in memory of their son Cole who died in a car accident
the summer before his Senior year.
Rossville Community Development
Committee (RCDC) Scholarship: ($300)
Presented
by Morgan Hansen & Casey Graves to Hannah Miller. The scholarship is based
on achievements, community involvement, and contributions to the community of
Rossville.
Rossville Rustlers 4-H Scholarship:
($250)
Presented
by Laurie Glotzbach to Dawson Schaefer, Perry Foster, & Kathleen Schuler. Recipients
must be members of Rossville Rustlers 4-H and have made a significant contribution
to the group.
P.E.O. Scholarship: ($300)
Presented
by Lynette Hudson to Jalyn Porter. This scholarship is awarded annually to
young ladies from each of the area high schools.
Pete Darting Memorial Scholarship:
($150)
Presented
by Dennis Darting to Perry Foster. The award was established in 2008 by the
Darting family to honor Mr. Darting, an avid supporter of the Rossville Dawgs.
RHS Opportunity Scholarship:
This is
the 6th year for the award, which is provided by anonymous donors.
Recipients are chosen based on GPA, ACT, resume, strength of schedule, and an
essay over an experience that made an impact in their life. Students must plan
to pursue a career in Engineering, Science, Medicine, Math, or a related field.
$200 scholarships were awarded to Jalyn Porter & Perry Foster. $300
scholarships were awarded to Ashley Douglas & Kylee Badura. $500
scholarships were awarded to Hannah Miller & Kathleen Schuler.
Ron Monhollon Memorial Scholarship:
Presented
by Ronda Monhollon to Holden Hurla. The award is given to a student planning to
continue their education in a vocational program.
Duane Parr Memorial Scholarship: ($500)
Presented
to Abigail Escobar. This award is made possible by donations from family and
friends as an endowment to honor Mr. Parr, who passed away in January of
2006. The recipient must have
participated in high school band.
Washburn Tech Certification:
Rossville
High School would like to recognize the following students for completing their
programs of study at Washburn Tech:
Mary
Stillion—CNA certification
MaKayla
Lane—CNA certification
Kody
Hurla—Automotive Service Technician certification
Stephen
Cooney—Electical Technology certification
Sean
Rewerts—EMT certification
Tanner
Renner—Welding certification
Isiah
Daughty—Welding certification
Highland Community College
Certification:
Rossville
High School would like to recognize the following student for completing her
program of study at Highland Community College:
Jessica
Sowers—CNA certification
Congratulations
on your accomplishments!
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