WOHS Class of 2015 Academic Awards!

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1 WOHS Class of 2015 Academic Awards West Ottawa High School is pleased to announce the Top Scholar, Valedictorians and Salutatorians for the class of The Top Scholar is determined by calculating points using GPA, ACT score and Honors Points (Semesters of AP, IB, and Dual Enrollment). Congratulations to Josh Hahn- Class of 2015 Top Scholar & Valedictorian Josh Hahn is the son of Nick and Lori Hahn. Josh is involved in Science Olympiad, Jazz band, Marching band, Pep band Pit Orchestra, and National Honor Society. Josh is also an Eagle Scout, National AP Scholar, and was selected for the WMU All-Star band. Josh completed 20 semesters of AP or IB coursework, 9 semesters of Dual Enrollment courses and scored a 35 on the ACT, all while maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Josh set a new WOHS record by earning 941 points in our Scholar Rank model. Josh plans to attend Purdue University to study engineering. Congratulations to the following Valedictorians who have maintained a 4.0 GPA throughout their high school career. Samantha Boggs is the daughter of Charles and Amanda Boggs. She is involved in National Honor Society, WO Dance Marathon, and PALs. Samantha has been an active volunteer during her high school career, serving at Holland Hospital, Holland Fee Health Clinic, and Beechwood Church. She also has worked at Dykstra Post and Home during high school. Samantha earned the Damen Scholarship to attend Loyola University Honors College. She plans to study nursing while at Loyola. Anna Bruins is the daughter of Bob and Betsy Bruins. Anna is a standout in the WOHS theater and musical theatre programs. She is a member of Vocalaires, Holland Youth Advisory Council, and NHS. Anna was named a MI Youth Arts Festival Vocalist. She is an AP Scholar with honors and has earned numerous state level vocal music awards. Anna looks forward to studying Neuroscience at CMU.

2 Avery Burke is the daughter of Kevin and Dani Burke. Avery has been a member of the Panther volleyball program for 3 years and the Panther soccer program for 4 years. She also served as captain of the volleyball team as well as captain of the women's soccer team. She was in the National Honor Society, Spanish Club, and a Dance Marathon committee member. Avery will attend Texas Christian University where she plans to study elementary education and Spanish. Hughes Davis is the son of Will and Ellen Davis. He has been a member of the Panther tennis team and Lacrosse team as well as PALs, National Honor Society, and MITES. Hughes has been recognized as an AP Scholar with Distinction, a Scholar Athlete and won 3rd place at the Michigan Industrial and Technology Education Society state competition. Hughes will attend the University of Michigan and study engineering in the fall. Jennifer Jasperse is the daughter of Dave and Karri Jasperse. She has been involved in the WOHS music program as well as Science Olympiad, Holland-Zeeland Community Foundation, and National Honor Society. Jennifer was awarded 2nd place at the WMU Best Midwestern Writing Competition & honorable mention at the M3 Math Challenge, as well as the Michigan State Senate Award for Excellence and Leadership. She plans to study engineering and computer science at the University of Michigan. Rebecca Jones is the daughter of Paul and Suzanne Jones. She has been involved in multiple WOHS bands including Symphony, Jazz and Marching band. She is also a member of National Honor Society and Dance Marathon planning committee. Rebecca competed in JV tennis and was a Michigan Youth Arts Festival Honors Band nominee. She will attend Michigan State University where she plans to study engineering. Danny Kiel is the son of Jeffrey and Kathryn Kiel. Danny has been involved in orchestra, swimming, and water polo while at West Ottawa High School. He was recently named an Academic All American in Swimming. He plans to study computer engineering next fall while attending Western Michigan University.

3 Stefanie Ky is the daughter of Heng Ky and Esea Chov. Stefanie has served as the Student Senate Secretary most recently. She is also a member of National Honor Society and has been involved in orchestra. She is an AP Scholar with Distinction, won the Dartmouth College junior award as well as Academic Excellence awards in math, science, English, and World Language. Stefanie plans to attend Stanford University in the fall where she will study Chemistry. Matthew Misiak is the son of Greg and Debra Misiak. Matt is a scholar athlete participating in track and cross country, serving as captain and earning three varsity letters. Matt has been involved in multiple WOHS bands, theater, and National Honor Society. He was a member of the Holland Youth Advisory Council and earned first division ratings at State Solo & Ensemble. He is an AP Scholar with Distinction and plans to study computer science at the University of Michigan in the fall. Aurora Mokris is the daughter of Peter and Debra Mokris. She has participated in track, cross country, National Honor Society, and Young Democrats. Aurora is an International Baccalaureate Diploma candidate and co-founded WO Love, a highly successful international fundraising campaign. Aurora and her project will be featured at the 2015 IB Conference of the Americas in July. Aurora plans to attend Western Michigan University to study microbiology. Lily Peters is the daughter of Robert and Robin Peters. She is a member of National Honor Society and Chamber Orchestra. Lily has been highly involved in dance throughout high school through Turning Pointe School of Dance and Blue Lake International Ballet Ensemble. She is an AP Scholar with Distinction and a Society of Women Engineers certificate of merit recipient. She will attend the University of Michigan in the fall and study physics.

4 Christian Rodino is the son of Jed and Kassie Rodino. He has been a member of the varsity baseball and football teams, National Honor Society, PALs, Dance Marathon, and WOBN. Christian received 4 varsity letters in baseball and 3 in football, was named academic allstate in baseball and received the scholar athlete award 4 years. He has received academic excellence awards in math and social studies as well. He will attend Hillsdale College where he plans to study biology and participate on the baseball team. Natalie Schmidt is the daughter of Richard and Beth Schmidt. Natalie has been involved in sideline cheer and competitive cheer. She also participated in National Honor Society, Model United Nations, and Student Senate. Natalie was named a Scholar Athlete, and AP Scholar with Distinction, and received Academic Excellence awards in math, science, and social studies. She will attend the University of Michigan in the fall where she plans to study business. Marissa Solorzano is the daughter Andres and Tammy Solorzano. Marissa served as the Executive Vice President of Student Senate. She participated in cheerleading, PALs, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, and Spanish Club. She is an AP Scholar award winner, and earned Academic Excellence awards in math, social studies, and world language. Marissa was named to the All Area and All Conference cheer teams and was the 2015 Holland Sentinel Cheer Athlete of the Year. She will attend Hope College and study pre-medicine. Tate Strobel is the son of Ken and Gay Strobel. Tate has participated in the basketball and baseball programs at WOHS. He serves as editor of the West Ottawan school newspaper and is a member of PALs, National Honor Society, and is a math tutor. Tate has earned recognition as Academic All State in baseball. He also has received Academic Excellence Awards in English and math. Tate will attend the University of Michigan in the fall where he plans to study medical engineering.

5 Mia Wielenga is the daughter of Abbe Wielenga. Mia participated in West Ottawa Science Olympiad and National Honor Society. She earned the unique distinction as the first ever West Ottawa High School Senior Survivor Champion. Mia will attend Grand Valley State University where she will study pediatric physical therapy. Cassie Wisbang is the daughter of Jim and Sally Wisbang. Cassie played varsity basketball and was a member of the Senior Selection Committee. She also participated in PALs, National Honor Society, Young Life, and was a Senior Survivor finalist. Cassie was named a Scholar Athlete, received the Sportsmanship and Panther Awards from the basketball coaching staff, and has received numerous awards from her college of choice, The Ohio State University. She will study pre-med at Ohio State in the fall. Congratulations to the following Salutatorians who have maintained a 3.99 grade point average throughout their high school career. Tiana deforest is the daughter of Tim and Susan deforest. Tiana is involved in Varsity swimming and water polo as well as National Honor Society, PALs, and Young Life. She was named captain of the swim team, earned recognition as a Tri-Sport athlete, and received the Sportsmanship Award from the swim coaches. Tiana was also a Senior Survivor finalist. She plans to attend Bethel University in the fall where she will study elementary education and Spanish. Jacob Duckworth is the son of Vince and Laura Duckworth. Jacob is a percussion section leader and participated on the varsity baseball and varsity soccer teams while at WOHS. He is also a member of the National Honor Society. Jacob earned recognition as Academic All District Baseball and Academic All State Soccer. He is an AP Scholar with Distinction, received 1st division ratings in state Solo & Ensemble, and 1st division ratings in state Band Festival for four years straight. Jacob will attend Michigan State University where he plans to study engineering and biology.

6 Susan Fender is the daughter of Mark and Nicole Fender. Susan participated on the varsity swimming and tennis teams. She was a member of Student Senate, Senior Selection Committee, National Honor Society, Holland Youth Advisory Council, Symphony Band, German Club, and Holland Area Youth Orchestra. Susan holds the unique distinction as the only National Merit Finalist from the Class of She is a Harvard Book Award winner, a Scholar Athlete, and an AP Scholar with Honors. She will attend Colorado School of Mines and study engineering in the fall. Aster Osburn is the daughter of Paul and Barb Osburn. Aster is a International Baccalaureate Diploma Program Candidate. She has participated in the cross country and soccer programs at WOHS. She also enjoyed being a member of the knitting club. Aster is a member of National Honors Society and was awarded Academic Excellence awards in English and social studies. She co-founded WO Love, a highly successful international fundraising campaign. Aster and her project will be featured at the 2015 IB Conference of the Americas in July. Aster will attend Lee University where she plans to study nursing. Hannah Stokes is the daughter of Ted and Barb Stokes. Hannah was highly involved in choral music and participated in Vocolaires and the West Ottawa Select Women's Ensemble (WOSWE). She also served as a mentor and tutor in PALs and was a member of the National Honor Society. Hannah received the Central Michigan University Academic Excellence Award. Hannah has plans to attend Central Michigan University in the fall where she will study elementary education.

7 Allison Vanderstoep is the daughter of Scott and Jill Vanderstoep. Alli earned varsity letters in basketball, track, and volleyball. She was also a member of National Honor Society. Besides being a trisport athlete all four years, Alli earned Academic Excellence Awards in math and world language. Alli plans to attend Hope College in the fall where she will study math or science. Mark Vanderstoep is the son of Scott and Jill Vanderstoep. Mark participated on the the varsity tennis team, Math Challenge team, and in the symphony band. He was also a member of the National Honor Society. Mark was named All Conference and All Area in Tennis. He also received the Academic Excellence Award in math, science, and world language. He plans to study math or chemistry at Hope College in the fall.