Spotlight on High School Students

November High School 

Students of the Month

Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it. ~ Lou Holtz

 

Name: Brynn Hetland, Grade 12

Parents: Richard and Marissa Hetland  Siblings: Reegan

School Involvement:  Basketball, Volleyball, Student Council, Minnesota Honor Society

Favorite Class: Anatomy

Hobbies/Interests: Hanging out with family and friends, being outside, and going out to eat

What she likes about CG: “The food and the community”

Future Plans:  Speech Therapist

Comments: “Brynn will really be missed next year.  Always very pleasant to have in class.  Super polite.” “Brynn is a hard worker and pleasant to have in class.””Great smile and has always been a pleasure to have in my class.” “Brynn is a conscientious student who strives to do well.  She has been fun to have in class and will be missed next year!”

 

Name: Bailey Haugen, Grade 11

Parents:  Darrick and Carrie Haugen Siblings: Avery & Elias

School Involvement:  Volleyball

Favorite Class: Anatomy and Composition

Hobbies/Interests: “I enjoy listening to music, playing volleyball, spending time with my family and friends.”

What she likes about CG: “All of the teachers are awesome and I really like how close the school is.”

Future Plans: “I would like to go and get my associates degree and become a surgical technician.”

Comments: “Bailey has such great perspective on the world and a creative and thoughtful mind.” “Bailey is a wonderful addition to the school this year. She shows great interest in class and participates in class discussion in a positive, engaging way.” “Bailey shows such patience and tolerance to everyone.” “She is a kind and respectful young lady who always works hard to do her best.”

 

Name: Abby Johnson, Grade 10

Parents:  Leslee Coover, Ken and Julie Frikuj Siblings: Anita, Mike, Lillian, Chantelle, Edy, and Liannah

School Involvement:  Choir

Favorite Class: “My favorite subject is math.”

Hobbies/Interests: Reading

What she likes about CG: “The teachers are nice.”

Future Plans: A Criminal Psychologist 

Comments:  “Abby you are amazing!!! It has been fun working with you on your solo and the mystery play.  You are kind to others and a good role model!  Keep up the good work!” “Abby has been a great addition to the sophomore class.  She is always pleasant and cheerful.  She works hard and isn’t afraid to ask questions when she does not understand something.” ”Love having Abby in class.  Always quick to answer and want to understand even the hard questions.” “Always a great attitude and pleasant demeanor.” ”Great addition to our sophomore class.”  “Abby is always wonderfully focused in class. She continues to impress with her ability to understand complicated topics and questions.”

 

Name: Obadiah Hammer, Grade 9

Parents:  Pat and Marceen Hammer Siblings: Maccabee, Jaquincy, Meosha, Rashariah and pets Pandora,Butch, Ivory, and Flyer

School Involvement: Basketball, football FFA, band, and track 

Favorite Class: Health and History

Hobbies/Interests: playing basketball and writing short stories

What he likes about CG: “I like the friendly staff and friendly learning environment.”

Future Plans: “I would like to study animal science and become better than my mom as a vet or become a professional basketball or football player.”

Comments: “Obadiah always has a smile on his face and a good attitude. Glad to have him in our school.” “Obadiah did a wonderful job on his trumpet solo at contest. He is helpful, kind to others, and his smile is contagious!” “Obie always has a smile and a hello for me. He is polite and always has something nice to say.” “Great laugh!” “Obadiah is a kind soul who works hard in school.”

 

Name: Isaiah Risland, Grade 8

Parents: Dan Risland, Ruth Risland, and Christina Risland Grandparents Ayllen and Lyle Wallin 

Siblings: Brooke, Hannah, Mairah, Chenelle, and Chaire

School Involvement:  Youth Connection

Favorite Class: Computers, English, Earth Science, and Math

Hobbies/Interests: “My interests are target shooting, riding anything motorized, biking, and playing video games.”

What he likes about CG: “I like this school and everything in it, but one of my favorite things is lunch!”

Future Plans:  “I would like to be a cop.”

Comments: “Great kid!  Very friendly! Isaiah is friendly and will always volunteer to help when needed.” “Very friendly and cheerful.””Super friendly and great with others.” “A great student with a wonderful outlook on life!” “Isaiah has been working really hard and takes pride in his work and accomplishments.”  

 

Name: Ashlyn Churness, Grade 7

Parents:  Troy and Andrea Churness Siblings: Hunter, Adriana, and Amara

School Involvement:  Volleyball, Track, and Band

Favorite Class: Math, gym, band

Hobbies/Interests: swimming, hunting, camping

What she likes about CG: “All of the teachers and students are nice and helpful.”

Future Plans:  Teacher

Comments: “Ashlyn works hard and is polite and kind to everyone. She is calm and curious...always willing to ask questions.” “Ashlyn has been working hard and improving in her studies.  She always has a smile on her face and in a pleasure to have in class.” “She asks great questions and seeks to know more. She is kind and helpful to all.” “Even though I do not have Ashlyn in class this year, she will stop and visit with me in the hallway---she is always so cheerful!” “Ashlyn is a very hard worker and is always willing to participate in class discussion.  Great student!”