Area Valedictorians & Salutatorians Announced

Harlan Christian School

Arianna Seigel was named valedictorian for the Class of 2017 at Harlan Christian School.

She plans to attend Oral Roberts University with a bachelor’s degree in nursing.

“I have spent time in the hospital and know what it is like having good and bad nurses. I want to be the nurse that omakes a difference in someone’s life.”

Arianna is the daughter of Kenneth W. Seigel and Deborah Lee Seigel.

Hillary Straley was named salutatorian for the Class of 2017 at Harlan Christian School.

She plans to go to school for linguistics and major in foreign languages.

Hillary is the daughter of Martha and Rudy Straley.

Wayne Trace Honor Students

Wayne Trace has named Brady Stabler as valedictorian for the Class of 2017.

Brady will attend the University of Findlay where he will major in nuclear Medicine Technology and later become a Physician Assistant.

“I chose the healthcare field because I love helping others. I believe Findlay’s Nuclear Medicine Technology program will prepare me to become a successful professional in the medical field.”

Brady is the son of Kenny and Rhonda Stabler.

Wayne Trace had named Brooke Lelonek as salutatorian for the Class of 2017.

Brooke will attend Taylor University and double major in Social Work and Christian Ministries.

“I want to go into both of these fields because I want to better impact people’s lives and equip them for life after earth. This world is so broken, and I would like to do anything to be helpful and show people the truth and the light that is God.”

Brooke is the daughter of Angela Teagle and Brent Lelonek.

2017 Paulding High School Top Students

Allison Arend was named valedictorian for Paulding High School Class of 2017.

She plans on attending University of Dayton to pursue a doctoral degree in physical therapy.

“I am fascinated with medical science and thoroughly enjoy being physically fit and mobile. I desire to help others be the same.”

Allison is the daughter of Dana and Caroline Arend.

Chantal Monnier was named salutatorian for Paulding High School Class of 2017.

She plans to attend Miami University and major in biomedical engineering.

“I love reserching, chemistry, medicine and being of service to others.”

Chantal is the daughter of Bernie and Sue Monnier.

Hicksville Academic Aces

Molly Feller was named co-valedictorian for the Class of 2017 at Hicksville.

Molly is the daughter of Keith & Catherine Feller and Doug & Samantha Johnson.

She will attend Rhodes State College where she will study medical imaging.

Katelyn McKinney was named co-valedictorian for the Class of 2017 at Hickville.

Katelyn is the daughter of Duane & Angela Johnson and Bradley & Betty McKinney.

She will attend Miami University where she will study business management with a co-major of pre-med studies.

Joshua Fine was named co-salutatorian for the Class of 2017 at Hicksville.

Joshua is the son of Alice Evans and David Fine.

He will attend Kent State University where he will study anthropology/archaeology and minor LGBT studies, psychology or theater.

Chelsey Taylor was named co-salutatorian for the Class of 2017 at Hicksville.

Chelsey is the daughter of Dave and June Taylor.

She will attend Bluffton University where she will study dietetics.

East Allen county Schools Honor Students

East Allen university

Heritage jr. sr. high

 Leo Jr. Sr. High

New Haven high

Woodlan Jr. Sr. High

Landrie Jones was named 2017 valedictorian for East Allen University. She will attend Indiana University South Bend and major in exploratory. Landrie is the daughter of Richard and Jennifer Jones.

Katherine Watson was named 2017 salutatorian for East Allen University. She will attend Anderson University and major in nursing. Katherine is the daughter of Erik and Karen Watson.

Sidnie Bienz was named valedictorian of 2017 for Heritage Jr. Sr. High. She will attend Purdue University and major in chemistry. Sidnie is the daughter of Richard and Denise Bienz.

Emily Buuck was named salutatorian of 2017 for Heritage Jr. Sr. High. She will attend Indiana University and major in kinesiology. Emily is the daughter of Stephen and  Amy Buuck.

2017 valedictorian for Leo Jr. Sr. High is Madilynn Lee Detmers. She will attend Purdue University and major in nursing. Madilynn is the daughter of Jason and Jody Detmers.

2017 salutatorian for Leo Jr. Sr. High is Connor Douglas Bonecutter. He will attend Indiana University and major in business. Connor is the son of Douglas and Lisa Bonecutter.

New Haven 2017 valedictorian is Hannah Summers. She will attend IPFW and major in nursing. Hannah is the daughter of Timothy and Peg Summers.

New Haven 2017 salutatorian is Brianna Rhodes. She will attend Indiana Wesleyan and major in addictions counseling. Brianna is the daughter of Bruce and Tracie Bestul.

Jordan Wells was named 2017 valedictorian of Woodlan Jr. Sr. High. She will attend Valparaiso University and major in English and secondary education. Jordan is the daughter of Kevin and Jennifer Wells.

Samantha Voors was named 2017 salutatorian of Woodlan Jr. Sr. High. She will attend Ohio Northern University and major in forensic biology. Samantha is the daughter of David and Tina Voors.

Antwerp High School Honor Students 2017

Matthew Dooley was named valedictorian for the Class of 2017 at Antwerp High School.

He will attend Trine University with a study of physician’s assistant.

“I want to work in a surgical hospital setting in order to better the lives of those who are afflicted with health problems”

Matthew is the son of Shawn and Michelle Dooley.

Emily Butzin was named salutatorian for the Class of 2017 at Antwerp High School.

She will attend the University of Saint Francis for nursing.

“They have an excellent program.”

Emily is the daughter of Aaron and Barb Butzin.