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Class of 2016
Thank YouThe students and staff of Port Angeles High School would like to thank the following individuals and groups for
their generous contributions to the Class of 2016…..
AAUW Clallam County Branch Scholarship Linda Carpenter
AFSCME Local #1619, City of Port Angeles Employees Union Scholarship Cody Romero
Agnew Helpful Neighbors Club Scholarship Carlita Heilman
Albert Haller Foundation Scholarship Dr. Marc Jackson
Andy Palmer Memorial Scholarship Bob & Janet Palmer
Athletic Academic Scholarship Diana & Joe Tschimperle
Ben & Myrtle Walkling Memorial Trust Dawn Shideler
Bremerton Valley Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Bill Hubbard
Carrie L Covert Memorial Nursing Scholarship Frances Yuhl
Charlotte Sanderson Math Memorial Scholarship Judi Hoffman
Cheryl Johnson Memorial Scholarship Jessica & Ryan Johnson
City of Port Angeles Employees Association Scholarship Abbi Fountain/Robyn Porlier
Clallam Community Foundation / United Way of Clallam County
Bright Haygood Copsey Scholarship Christy Smith
Karen Byrd Memorial Scholarship Charles Byrd
Mac Ruddell Community Fund Sandy Ruddell
Michael Sindars Memorial Scholarship Wanda Sindars
Constance Hoare-Mead OMC Foundation Bruce Skinner / Mary Hebert
D.W. Morse Family Trust Fund Scholarship Lillian Cone
Darlene MariHugh Memorial Scholarship Ron Wilcox / Paul MariHugh
Diane Pagel Memorial Scholarship (Class of 1976) Jeff Freeman
Dry Creek Elementary PTO Scholarship Krista Hanan
Elmer & Alice Marshall Trust Frederick Larson
Emery & Helen Koster Gariepy Joyce Community Scholarship Rich Wilson
Esther Chapter #19, Order of Eastern Star LouAnn Yager
"Ellis Kelley" Memorial Scholarship"Dee Yager" Memorial Scholarship
Feiro Marine Life Center Scholarship Melissa Wiliams
First Presbyterian Church Scholarship Rosalie Doty
First United Methodist Church Scholarship Reverend Tom Steffen
Four Port Angeles Chapters of the PEO Sisterhood Scholarship Joy Sheedy
Franklin Elementary PTO Scholarship Kate Clemens / Michelle Turner
Fraternal Order of Eagles #483 Auxiliary Scholarship Barbara Ihrig
Gellor Insurance & Gellor Family Partnership Wendy Rix
Gene & Norma Turner Scholarship Gene & Norma Turner
Gladys Christopher Pollanz Scholarship Penney Sanders-Thieman
Grand Olympics Chorus / Sweet Adelines Int’l Scholarship Midge Hull
Green Crow Scholarship Jo Johnston
Hamilton Elementary PTO Scholarship Stacy Flores
Heckman Motors Inc. Scholarship Jack Heckman / Jim Heckman
Herky Carlson Native American Scholarship Lee Carlson
Hoover Family College Scholarship Susan Danielson & Family
Hope Scholarship Lillian Cone
Jefferson Elementary PTO Scholarship Malinda Angevine
Jesse Sayre Thanem Memorial Scholarship Rick & Debbie Thanem
Jim's Pharmacy Scholarship Lisa Jorgenson / Linda Cameron
Joe & Becky Gladfelter & Olympic Distributing Scholarship Joe & Becky Gladfelter
K.O. Erickson Trust Scholarship Reverend Ted Mattie
Lotzgesell Scholarship Dana Lotzgesell
Mason Ziegler Memorial Scholarship Tami & Kelly Ziegler
Merrill & Ring Scholarship Norm Schaaf
Monday Musicale Scholarship Margot Hewitt
Mount Olympus Detachment of the Marine Corps Scholarship Marine Corps League/Dan Abbott
NJROTC Parent's Association Scholarship Brooke Hendry
"Adeline Smith" Memorial Scholarship Wendy Sampson
Brekke Family Scholarship Jessica Egnew
Jamestown Scholarship Elaine Grinnell
Native American Club Scholarship Jamie Valadez
Naval Elks Lodge #353 Local Scholarship Erick Blume
North Olympic Baseball / Softball Scholarship Jeff Lunt
North Olympic Baseball / Softball, Don "Bear" Schlemmer Award Jeff LuntNo. Olympic Timber Action Committee "Harriet Buchman" Scholarship Carol Johnson/Alice Alexander
Northwest Driving School Scholarship Tabatha Meadows
Nor'Wester Rotary Academic Scholarship Dan Shea
Nor'Wester Rotary Vocational Scholarship Dan Shea
Olympic Electric Co., Inc. Scholarship Eric & Christy Brown / Charles Burkhardt
Olympic Junior Babe Ruth Scholarship Darryl Wood
Olympic Kiwanis Club - Kiwanis Community Foundation Scholarship Carla Sue
Olympic Kiwanis Club "Ken Schermer Memorial Scholarship" Carla Sue
Olympic Peninsula Y-High School Judo Team Scholarship Melody Charno
Olympic Peninsula Art Association Scholarship Steve Edison
Olympic Peninsula Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation Scholarship Joseph Johnson
Port Angeles Education Foundation Mark Urnes
American Gold Seafoods Scholarship
Chris & Karen Aaes Scholarship – “Track”
Chris & Karen Aaes Scholarship – “Soccer”
Academic ScholarshipKen & Charlotte Bradford-Hutchinson Scholarship
Emily Helen Meyer Scholarship
William A. Gallacci Art Scholarship
Kathleen Rae Halloran Memorial Scholarship
Charlotte Kirby Memorial Scholarship
Pathway to Prosperity Scholarship
Gariepy Scholarship Fund
Michael Kalish Memorial Scholarship
Ryan Giger Memorial Scholarship Trust Fund
Wayne & Mary Shields Scholarship
Thomas Memorial Scholarship
Popsicle Bridge Engineering Scholarship Gene Unger
Stevens Middle School ASB Scholarship Renee Lancaster
Superintendent’s Meritorious Scholarship Dr. Marc Jackson
Peninsula Children's Clinic Scholarship Dr. Madeline Harrington
Peninsula Golf Club Scholarship Bill TidermanPeninsula Jr Rodeo Association "Matt Edwards" Award Tina Van Ausdle
Peninsula Ladies Golfers Scholarship Sandy Granger
Peninsula Singers: "Dewey Ehling" Music Scholarship Ron Corrado
Peninsula Singers: "Denise Graham Memorial" Vocal Music Scholarship Ron Corrado
Peninsula Tennis Club Scholarship Robin FlingPeninsula Youth Equestrian Foundation, "John Slack" Memorial Scholarship Maria RentasP.E.O. Chapter CR, Leora Bradshaw Memorial Scholarship Mary Hauff
Port Angeles Association of Realtors Scholarship Valerie Lape / Doc Reiss
Port Angeles Education Association Scholarship Barry Burnett
Port Angeles Fire Department Auxiliary Scholarship Tami Ziegler
Port Angeles Garden Club Scholarship Carol Warner / DD Trandahl
Port Angeles Girls Basketball Association Scholarship Roxi Baxley
Port Angeles High School Band Boosters Scholarship Mike Middlestead
Port Angeles High School Choir Boosters Scholarship Tammy Napiontek
Port Angeles High School Equestrian Team Booster Club Scholarship Nancy Hodgin
Port Angeles High School FBLA Scholarship Bernie Brabant / Pam Helpenstell
Kiwanis Club of Port Angeles Elizabeth HaladyCharles Wilson Citizenship Scholarship
Culinary Arts Scholarship"Dutch" Haag Academic Scholarship
Fred Owens Memorial Scholarship
Glenn Gallison Key Club ScholarshipChristiansen Memorial Scholarship
Port Angeles Kiwanis Foundation Elizabeth Halady
George Charno Memorial ScholarshipGraham Ralston Vocational ScholarshipNorris Academic ScholarshipPalmquist Academic ScholarshipBarner Scholarship
Port Angeles Lion's Club Scholarship Nancy Sievers
PA Lion's Club ("Larry Kelly Memorial Community Service Scholarship") Heidi Simpson
Port Angeles Police Department Scholarship Mary Rife / Sky SextonPort Angeles Rotary Noon Club Academic Scholarship Austin Lee
Port Angeles Rotary Noon Club Peninsula College Scholarship Austin Lee
Port Angeles School District Administrators Scholarship Chuck Lisk
Port Angeles Swim Club Scholarship Jessica Johnson
Port Angeles Youth Baseball Scholarship Scott Schwagler
Queen of Angels Church Parish Scholarship Jackie Miller
Rayonier Peninsula College Scholarship Pam Kelly
Reath Ellefson Honorary Football Scholarship Malinda Angevine
Rider Futures Community Scholarship Cheryl Baumann
Ron Carr Memorial Scholarship Margaret Carr
Roosevelt Elementary PTO Scholarship Kathy Millar / Jami Wood
Roy Britton Memorial Scholarship Lillian Cone
Runner's Parent Group Scholarship Susan Danielson
Sandy Baily Memorial Scholarship Jaymie Van Gordon
Sons of Norway Scholarship Sonja BrownSoroptimist Int’l of Port Angeles Jet Set Judi Hoffman
Economic & Social Development / Skills Center ScholarshipEnvironmental ScholarshipVocational Scholarship
Academic Scholarship
Soroptimist Int’l of Port Angeles Noon Club Scholarship Jeri Bawden
Trevor A. Homer Memorial Scholarship Robert & Marcia Homer
Wilder Family Auto Scholarship Tami Rose
William Lee Hopper Sr. Memorial Scholarship Jo Ann Lewis / Peggy Hopper
Wright's Home Care Agency Scholarship Susan Brothers
Xi Iota Chapter of Beta Sigma Pi "Susan Morse“ Scholarship Kathy DeRousie
Zenovic & Associates, Inc. Scholarship Tracy Gudgel
“How will you contribute to making the world a better place?”
Ashley Adamire
“I plan to make the world a better place by continuing to volunteer time to my community and by keeping a positive attitude and outlook.”
Future Plans: Tacoma Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Radiologic Technologist
Jordan Aguirre-Moreno
“I will make the world a better place by creating new technology, like bone distractors, to help both humans and animals.”
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Machinist
Bailey Allison
“I will be an ordinary woman who gets to experience and bring new miracles into this world everyday.”
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Nursing
Hannah Almaden
“I will make the world a better place by sharing all the care and kindness I have to offer.”
Future Plans: Central Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Dental Medicine
Arooj Altaf
“I will try to encourage people to learn to forgive others and to help the needy.”
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Computer Hardware Engineering
Bergen Amundson
“I will make the world a better place by raising awareness about how to care for our oceans.”
Future Plans: Peninsula College / Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Marine Biology
Jamie Aten
“I hope to one day make metal parts for airplanes and military equipment (tanks and helicopters) in order to help our military protect our country.”
Future Plans: Bellingham Technical CollegeMajor/Minor: Civil Engineer
Elijah Baccus
Future Plans: University of PortlandMajor/Minor: Business
“How will I make the world a better place? I will start by making myself a better person.”
Valora Bain
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Art
“Art is a way to express yourself…I will help create memories through art that will last a lifetime.”
Caitlin Balser
Future Plans: Peninsula College / Four Year UniversityMajor/Minor: Nursing
“From cleaning up our local parks to welcoming babies into this world, I will help make the world a better place in any way I'm able.”
Baylee Bamford
Future Plans: Peninsula College / University of WashingtonMajor/Minor: Psychology
“I plan to make the world a better place by keeping a positive outlook on life, and helping those in need.”
Hayley Baxley
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Nursing
“I’m going to contribute to making the world a better place by bettering myself and the people around me. I will continue to challenge myself and others.”
Ryan Beck
Future Plans: Central Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Criminal Justice
“I will contribute to making the world a better place through my future career in law enforcement…to ‘protect and serve’ with integrity, understanding and kindness.”
Matthew Becker
Future Plans: Peninsula College / DigiPen Institute of TechnologyMajor/Minor: Computer Programming
“I plan to promote an end to bullying by educating people since I know firsthand that it can destroy people emotionally and psychologically.”
Cheyenne Bellamy
Future Plans: Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Sociology
“I will contribute kindness and patience with my work, and my surroundings with different groups and individuals.”
Alyvia Bennett
Future Plans: Whatcom Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Criminal Justice
“I can change the world by doing what my parents have taught me…being myself and doing what's right, no matter what.”
Amanda Bennett
Future Plans: Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Journalism
“I will make the world a better place by making people aware of what’s going on in the world around them.”
Joseph Bennett
Future Plans: Lake Washington Institute of TechnologyMajor/Minor: Cinematography
“The world is wonderful….I'm going to be the one to make a cool video out of it.”
Kayla Blomberg
Future Plans: Peninsula College/WWU or WSUMajor/Minor: Forensic Science/Computer Science
“I will contribute to making the world a better place by going into the field of forensics and helping to solve crimes.”
Nathan Bock
Future Plans: Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Electrical Engineering
“I will make the world a better place by continuing to participate in community service events and giving back locally through volunteering.”
Collin Boe
Future Plans: Peninsula College / UW or Embry RiddleMajor/Minor: Astronomy or Atmospheric Science
“I will make the world a better place by bringing happiness to others.”
Madeline Boe
Future Plans: Pacific Lutheran UniversityMajor/Minor: Mathematics
“While focusing my education on math and science, I hope to be able to make a difference in improving the environment on our planet.”
Richard “Jace” Bohman
Future Plans: Tacoma Community CollegeMajor/Minor: EMT/Paramedic
“I will make the world a better place by healing the wounds of the world in a super fast ambulance.”
Robert Bolton
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Technical Welding
“I will make the world a better place by strengthening it’s support structure with my welding.”
Eathen-Taylor Boyer
Future Plans: Tacoma Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Kinesiology or Business
“Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.”
Curan Bradley
Future Plans: Tacoma Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Chiropractic Medicine
“I plan to be schooled in the medical field and become a chiropractor. I will contribute my skills to society and help people alleviate pain.”
Beletu Brandon
Future Plans: University of WashingtonMajor/Minor: Dentistry
“I will make the world a better place by becoming a dentist and helping people keep beautiful, healthy smiles.”
Austin Bray
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Business
“I plan to make the world a better place by putting my architectural skills to good use.”
Lillian “Lily” Brown
Future Plans: University of WashingtonMajor/Minor: Nursing or Teaching
“I will make the world a better place through sharing all the knowledge I have yet to learn and healing people by practicing medicine.”
Nicholas Bruce
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Welding
“I will make the world a better place by being a welder and welding the fabric of our society.”
Robyn Bunch
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Business Management
“My hope is to find a rewarding career that allows me to help people and have a positive influence on their lives.”
Alexis Burwell
Future Plans: Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Occupational Therapy
“By volunteering, being involved in my community, treating people fairly and honestly, and working hard every day, I will make the world a better place."
Mackenzie Cammack
Future Plans: Westminster CollegeMajor/Minor: Vocal Performance
“I am going to contribute to making the world a better place by bringing everyone the joy of music.”
Anders Chapman
Future Plans: University of Washington or Montana StateMajor/Minor: Political Science
“I’m going to make the world a better place by helping those less fortunate than me.”
Ellie Chittick
Future Plans: Northwest Culinary InstituteMajor/Minor: Culinary Chef/Baker
“Everyone deserves happiness and I want to spread positivity as much as I can. What I want to contribute to this world is a place for comfort and safety, because everyone should have a home.”
Michael Chong
Future Plans: University of WashingtonMajor/Minor: Computer Science
“I am going to make the world a better place by improving internet speed in the United States.”
Brandy Clark
Future Plans: Spokane Falls Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Criminal Justice
“I will change the world by being the change I want to see in the world.”
Forrest Clark
Future Plans: Peninsula College / Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: English
“I will make the world a better place by enriching the lives of others with my music.”
Hunter-Anne Coburn
Future Plans: Saint Martin’s UniversityMajor/Minor: Large Animal Veterinary Medicine
“I will make the world a better place by using my abilities to help animals and their owners and to return livestock farming to this area.”
Courtney Commeree
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Psychology/Art
“Helping people has been a goal of mine for years, and with a degree in psychology I could make a difference in people’s lives.”
Hema Court
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Vet Tech/Science
“Everyone loves their pet…as a Vet Tech, I’ll make the world a better place by taking care of people’s pets, keeping them healthy and safe.”
Branden Currie
Future Plans: Washington State UniversityMajor/Minor: Environmental Engineering
“I plan on changing the world by being at the forefront of emerging renewable energy options to keep our world spinning another day longer.”
Andrew Curtis
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Information Technology/Programming
“As an IT Professional, I plan to help the world get and stay connected, providing open paths of communication between individuals and companies.”
Thomas Danielson
Future Plans: US Army Reserves and then Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Green Building
“I will help make the world a better place by protecting this country we love along with the rest of the US Army and other military services.”
Erina Dougherty
Future Plans: Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Architectural Engineer
“I will make the world a better place by creating appealing, responsible, functional and sustainable structures. ”
Holly Doust-Clark
Future Plans: Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Criminal Justice/Forensics
“I am going to contribute to making the world a better place by becoming a law enforcement officer and keeping crime off our streets.”
Lauren Droz
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Psychology
“I will make the world a better place by being a positive influence on those around me."
Elijah Dumdie
Future Plans: University of WashingtonMajor/Minor: Bioengineering
“I will contribute to making the world a better place through my work as a trauma surgeon and in the field of bioengineering, working to shift the way we treat illnesses.”
Eric Ernst
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Art
“I will contribute to making the world a better place by creating art to comfort and inspire others.”
Isaac Erskine
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Computer Programming
“I plan to make the world understand the difference between what money and happiness actually is.”
Haili Farnam-Vessey
Future Plans: Saint Martin’s UniversityMajor/Minor: Communications/Journalism
“I will contribute to making the world a better place by sharing my knowledge about everyday life through my writing.”
Ivy Fields
Future Plans:Major/Minor: Graphic Design
“I will make the world a better place by inspiring people with my art."
Benjamin Fowler
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Business
“I will make the world a better place by going to college because I think education is the key to the future.”
Andrew Fricker
Future Plans: Lake Washington Institute of Technology / Central Wash. Univ.Major/Minor: Film/Cinematography
“I'm going to remind everyone that no matter who you are and where you're from, we're all human.”
Wei-Yan Fu
Future Plans: University of WashingtonMajor/Minor: Engineering
“I will contribute to making the world a better place by providing future students with scholarship money to pay for college.”
Jatesa Gahimer
Future Plans: Portland Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Liberal Arts/Pre-Law
“I will make the world a better place by sharing a smile with all those I encounter because a smile can brighten anyone's day.”
Tyler Gale
Future Plans: Northwest Lineman CollegeMajor/Minor: Journeyman Lineman
“I am going to make the world a better place by contributing my skills of hard work, and relentlessness to others.”
Justice Gallauher
Future Plans: Studio 121 Cosmetology SchoolMajor/Minor: Cosmetologist
“I am going contribute to making the world a better place by sharing my ideas and helping people in need.”
Brytnee Gardner
Future Plans: University of WashingtonMajor/Minor: Business Law
“I hope to make the world a better place in the simplest ways; by fostering animals, donating blood, and helping those in need.”
Marisa Gasper
Future Plans: Central Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Business/Science
“I will make the world a better place…one act of kindness at a time.”
Monica Gasper
Future Plans: Seattle Central Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Dental Hygiene
"I will make the world a better place by making smiles whiter and brighter!”
Reilley Gaytan
Future Plans: Peninsula College / Four Year UniversityMajor/Minor: English
“I will make the world a better place by helping people help themselves.”
Ciara Gentry
Future Plans: University of MontanaMajor/Minor: Biology
“I plan to attend vet school and specialize in equine medicine; where I will save the world one horse at a time!”
Joshua Gershon
Future Plans: Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Biochemistry
“I will make the world a better place by doing what I can to use the resources I have to help those in need.”
Schadrach “Schad” Gilbeck
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Criminal Justice
“I will make the world a better place by protecting and serving my community and upholding public safety.”
Jeffrey Glatz
Future Plans: University of North DakotaMajor/Minor: Aeronautical Science – Fixed Wing (Commercial Pilot)
“I am going to better the world by providing people with travel opportunities using aviation, and making puns. Life would be plane without puns.”
Tanner Gochnour
Future Plans: Junior College / Four Year UniversityMajor/Minor: Education/Physical Education
“To thank all the coaches and teachers that I have admired, I will make the world a better place by shaping future minds of students.”
Katherine Gordon
Future Plans: Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Business
“I will make the world a better place one smile at a time.”
Katherine Gorss
Future Plans: Peninsula College / Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Secondary Education
“I will contribute to making the world a better place by helping kids understand and see the limitless expansion of science.”
Landon Groves
Future Plans: Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Journalism
“I will make the world a better place by going out of my way to bring joy and humor to the lives of those I encounter each and every day.”
Mason Hargraves
Future Plans: Peninsula College / Central Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Aviation
“I will make the world a better place by furthering my education and shaping my future; while being a positive influence in the world.”
Alexis Hefton
Future Plans: University of WashingtonMajor/Minor: Chemistry
“I will further my education and make a living helping others every day, and being involved with societal issues such as pollution, hunger, and homelessness.”
Haley Helgeson
Future Plans: Peninsula College / Art Institute of SeattleMajor/Minor: Journalistic Photographer
“Through art I will express happiness, realness and joy with my visions of positivity to inspire growth, movement, exploration and appreciation of the world we live in.”
Joshua Hendry
Future Plans: University of IdahoMajor/Minor: International Studies
"I will make the world a better place by being a leader people can depend on.”
Matthew Hendry
Future Plans: Harding UniversityMajor/Minor: Mechanical Engineering
“I will use my honesty and determination to make the world a better place while having a good time doing it.”
Alyssa Herbert
Future Plans: Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Marketing
“I am going to contribute to making the world a better place by always treating others with kindness, respect and empathy.”
Shaylee Hines
Future Plans: Dixie State UniversityMajor/Minor: Engineering/Accounting
“The way I’ll make a difference in the world is by trying to stay smiling even when times are hard.”
Ethan Hoch
Future Plans: Shoreline Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Audio Engineering
“I hope for my music to make the world as happy as these baby chicks made me.”
Cassidy Hodgin
Future Plans: Pima Medical InstituteMajor/Minor: Physical Therapy Assistant
“I will make the world a better place by helping and supporting others.”
Emily Johnson
Future Plans: Pacific Lutheran UniversityMajor/Minor: Kinesiology
“We can choose to be affected by the world, or we can affect the world in a positive way…I choose the latter.”
Carter Juskevich
Future Plans: Florida Institute of TechnologyMajor/Minor: Sports Psychology/Business
“I will make the world a better place by continuing to volunteer my time in an effort to help those who struggle with their learning.”
Smit Kataria
Future Plans: Washington State UniversityMajor/Minor: Hospitality Business Management
“I will make the world a better place by helping people realize that under our skin we are all made the same.”
Matthew Kaufmann
Future Plans: Peninsula College / Washington State UniversityMajor/Minor: Chemical Engineering
“I will make the world a better place by changing the world through innovation and a desire to learn.”
Juliana Kavadas
Future Plans: Benedictine CollegeMajor/Minor: European Studies
“By studying foreign languages and cultures I hope to foster the communication and understanding needed to build a more peaceful, prosperous, and just world.”
Mary Kheriaty
Future Plans: George Fox UniversityMajor/Minor: Exercise Science
“I will contribute to making the world a better place by spreading positivity and laughter to those around me.”
Jaimz Kopp
Future Plans: Peninsula College / Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Linguistics
“I will not show the world what it wants to see, instead I will show it how to look.”
Anton Kossler
Future Plans: DigiPen Institute of TechnologyMajor/Minor: Computer Programming
“In order to make the world a better place, I will encourage my peers to advance and I will continue to improve myself.”
*2016 NATIONAL MERIT RECOGNITION STUDENT*
Dakota Kuch
Future Plans: Willamette UniversityMajor/Minor: Pre-Engineering/Physics/Spanish
“I will change the world by sharing a positive and optimistic outlook with everyone around me!”
Kaylee Kuchan
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Nursing
“I will make the world a better place by being kind to everyone and always being there to help others in need.”
Kendra Laidlaw-Mays
Future Plans: Whatcom Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Nursing
“One way I want to help make the world a better place is by getting my nursing degree and becoming an anesthesiologist!”
Kellen Landry
Future Plans: Four Year UniversityMajor/Minor: Film Production/Cinematography
“I am going to change the world by teaching others what I have learned from my peers, teachers, coaches, and others that have supported me throughout my life.”
Jaidyn Larson
Future Plans: Air Force Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Psychology
“I am for truth, no matter who tells it. I am for justice, no matter who it is for or against.”
-Malcom X
Ashia Lawrence
Future Plans: Columbia Basin CollegeMajor/Minor: Light Design/Psychology
“I will change the world by showing children the wonder and beauty of theater and helping keep fine arts alive.”
Kyler Mabrey
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Computer Science or Chemistry
“Through the use of computer science I will create programs and AI (artificial intelligence) to make tasks in people’s everyday lives easier.”
Avery Martin
Future Plans: Portland State UniversityMajor/Minor: Science/Mathematics
“I don't know that we need to changethe world. I'd rather explore it, breath it in, make it mine…one adventure at a time.”
Kelsey Mason
Future Plans: Tricoci University of Beauty CultureMajor/Minor: Cosmetology
“I want to make a difference in the world by loving people through my faith and making personal connections in the beauty industry.”
Scott Methner
Future Plans: Willamette UniversityMajor/Minor: Pre-Med
“If everyone played the ukulele, the world would be a better place.”
-Jake Shimabukuru
I'm going to keep playing my ukulele.
Taylor Millsap
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Criminal Justice
“I am going to make the world a better, safer place by continuing my education in criminal justice and becoming a law enforcement agent.”
William “Billy” Minks
Future Plans: Peninsula College Major/Minor: Criminal Justice
“I will make the world a better place by dedicating my life to making this community a safer place by protecting and serving, as well as coaching youth in football.”
Natalie Napiontek
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Vet Assistant/Cosmetology
“I will make the world a better place by looking at the bright side. I see the hope our future can bring. ”
Isiah Nichols
Future Plans: Junior College / Four Year UniversityMajor/Minor: Sports Science
“I will approach all problems or issues with a plan, and I will contribute back to society through volunteer work.”
Cristina “Crissy” Oman
Future Plans: Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Chemistry
“I am going to make the world a better place by becoming a pediatric surgeon to heal children and better the youth of tomorrow.”
Genevieve “Genna” Orr
Future Plans: Oklahoma State UniversityMajor/Minor: Chemical Engineering
“I will make the world a better place by helping one person at a time; my family, friends, classmates, and co-workers to succeed.”
Karina Paup-Byrnes
Future Plans: University of WashingtonMajor/Minor: Political Science
“I will contribute to making the world a better place by being an involved and informed citizen in my community and in society.”
Travis Paynter
Future Plans: Lower Columbia Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Business
“I will make the world a better place by being the best man I can be, thereby inspiring others to reach their greatest potential.”
Paige Payton
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Business/Early Childhood Education
“I will make the world a better place by smiling, being kind, and being the positive that I want to see in the world. “
Janson Pederson
Future Plans: Pacific Lutheran UniversityMajor/Minor: Math/Finance
“I will make the world a better place by being kind and respectful to others, and giving back to my community through acts of volunteering.”
Emily Perkins
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Environmental Science
“I hope to become more educated and spread awareness about the state of our environment while learning how to better reduce our carbon footprint.”
Caylen Phegley
Future Plans: Northwest Lineman CollegeMajor/Minor: Journeyman Lineman
“I plan on contributing to the world by considering where I have the greatest impact, educating and informing myself and informing others of my knowledge and experiences.”
Austin Phillips
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: ARNP
“I want to change the world on the level of the individual, not the whole. Medicine can do that, it did for me.”
Larissa Pingley
Future Plans: Bible Missionary Work Training CenterMajor/Minor: Missionary
“Life is what you make it, make the best decisions you can because what you do will impact others.”
Victoria Pope
Future Plans: Peninsula College / St. Andrews or Central Washington Univ.Major/Minor: Clinical Psychology
“I will contribute to making the world a better place by earning a degree in psychology and helping people affected by PTSD overcome their experience.”
Justine Qualls
Future Plans: Boise State UniversityMajor/Minor: Nursing
“I will make the world a better place by changing my thoughts from ‘it's too late’ to ‘there's still hope.’”
Maizie Reidel
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Business
“I will make the world a better place by spreading love and happiness to all that I meet.”
Kylie Reidel
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Accounting
"Having participated in beach clean-ups, I realize how fragile our environment is; therefore, I will strive to support education for our earth’s future.”
Mitchell Reynolds
Future Plans: Central Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Education
“I'm going to make the world a better place one joke at a time.”
Sydney Roberts
Future Plans: University of WashingtonMajor/Minor: Bioengineering
“I aspire to spend my days developing medical breakthroughs using innovative technologies to improve the lives of children suffering from diseases and disabilities.”
Ann Robertson
Future Plans: Evergreen State CollegeMajor/Minor: Secondary Education
“As a teacher, I want to inspire my students to do great things, and to help them find their true potential.”
Kaleb Sheldon
Future Plans: Northwest Lineman SchoolMajor/Minor: Journeyman Lineman
“I will make this world a better place by providing power and energy to local home owners.”
Lacey Shore
Future Plans: Eastern Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Criminal Justice
“I will contribute to making the world a better place by helping to keep criminals off the street.”
Emma Smith
Future Plans: Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Graphic Design
“I will contribute to making the world a better place by training my mind to see the good in every situation and the good in every person.”
Katherynn Smith
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Library Science/English
“I will make the world a better place by always being honest and seeing the good in others.”
Elliott Soelter
Future Plans: Washington State UniversityMajor/Minor: Engineering/International Business
“I will make the world a better place with a smile and a friendly greeting.”
Brittney Sofie
Future Plans: Peninsula College / Bellingham Technical CollegeMajor/Minor: Dental Hygiene
“I will make the world a better place by becoming a dental hygienist and putting confidence in people’s smiles.”
Gretchen Sotebeer
Future Plans: Peninsula College / Central Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Pre-Physical Therapy
“I will make the world a better place by furthering my education so I'm able to contribute more positively to my community.”
Maria Soule
Future Plans: Evergreen Community CollegeMajor/Minor: Education/Art
“I am going to create, and through this I will teach others how to create and express themselves in a safe and constructive way.”
Jayden Sparhawk
Future Plans: Pacific Lutheran UniversityMajor/Minor: English
“I will create inspiring works using the power of the written language to address serious issues and motivate others to join in bettering our world.”
Madison St. George
Future Plans: Pacific Lutheran UniversityMajor/Minor: Nursing
“Through an education in the field of medicine, I will constantly strive to provide the highest quality of care and professionalism in everything I do.”
Isaac Sussman
Future Plans: Western Washington UniversityMajor/Minor: Political Science
“I know that as an individual, my sphere of influence is small. I’ll help make our world a better place by promoting cooperation and comradery through all of my actions.”
Preston Tucker
Future Plans: University of WashingtonMajor/Minor: Microbiology/Molecular Biology/Computer Science
“I plan to make the world a better place by keeping an open mind and always questioning the big picture.”
David Treese
Future Plans: U.S. Army / Four Year UniversityMajor/Minor: Nuclear Engineering
“I want to help make the world a better place by providing the energy required to sustain our future.”
Paul VanRossen
Future Plans: George Fox UniversityMajor/Minor: Pre-Dental
“I will make the world a better place by taking on the world in a serious and positive manner, and leading by example.”
Hope Wegener
Future Plans: Pacific Lutheran UniversityMajor/Minor: Marketing
“I plan to contribute to making the world a better place by living a life focused on finding the good in people and in every situation.”
Christopher White
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Business
“I can contribute to making the world a better place by using my ability to lead and my compassion for those that need help.”
Jorden White
Future Plans: Northwest Lineman SchoolMajor/Minor: Journeyman Lineman
“I will contribute to making the world a better place by sharing my knowledge with others and helping them to become better.”
Daniel Williams
Future Plans: Colorado Mountain CollegeMajor/Minor: AAS in Ski Area Operations/Business Mgmt
“I am going to prove that you can make a living doing something you love.”
Kylie Williams
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Nursing
“After graduation I plan to become a productive member of society by completing the Nursing Program at Peninsula College and obtaining my RN degree to help others.”
Jonathan Winters
Future Plans: Peninsula CollegeMajor/Minor: Nursing
“I plan to make the world better by contributing to medical science and learning new ways to fight potentially harmful diseases.”
Cameron Wood
Future Plans: University of WashingtonMajor/Minor: Bioengineering, then Medical School
“I will contribute to making the world a better place by helping as many individuals as possible.”
Madalaine Woods
Future /Plans: Washington State UniversityMajor/Minor: Pre-Veterinary Medicine
“I will contribute to making the world a better place through my work as a veterinarian and by helping horses that are in need of assistance.”
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