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BOYCEVILLE — The class of 2020 will graduate 17 honor students co-valedictorians Jasmine Windsor and Brendan Sempf and salutatorian Noelle Wheeldon are featured in the graduation section. Here are the remaining 14 honor students.

Emma Bygd

Emma is the daughter of Kevin and Sadie Bygd.

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

My top three favorite high school classes were Civics, Sociology, and Contemporary American History. These were my favorite classes because they were fun, interesting, and helped me choose the career path I wanted to take. They were also my favorite because Mr. Engel taught them and I love his teaching style.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

Besides being quarantined for three months, my most memorable event that happened in high school was probably beating Glenwood on Homecoming in volleyball junior and senior year. It is so memorable because it was a time when our whole school and team came together as one and we all celebrated together. I think it demonstrated what sports and working as a team is all about.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

Science Olympiad from 2014 to 2020, Dance from 2016 to 2018, FCCLA from 2016 to 2019, Volleyball from 2016 to 2020, Wrestling Cheerleading from 2016 to 2020, Softball from 2016 to 2020,  Spanish Club from 2016 to 2020, Student council from 2016 to 2020, Drama Club from 2016 to 2020, Quiz Bowl from 2019 to 2020, National Honor Society from 2018 to 2020. My favorite was either softball or drama because they are the two things that I love.

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

This summer I will be working–a lot. I will work at Red Cedar Produce and Sioux Creek Golf Course. I also hope to see my friends and all of my classmates again before we all leave for school.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

I will be attending Gustavus Adolphus College where I will major in Political Science and minor in Sociology. With this I will continue on with my education to earn my Masters and eventually work in the government.

Ana Evenson

Ana Evenson is the daughter of Erik and Tamara Evenson.

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

Sociology – Interesting concepts and Mr. Engel is great at giving engaging lessons.

English 12 – Mr. Pamperin allowed us to express ourselves in writing and prepared us for college English classes in many ways.

Choir- I was in choir all 4 years of high school. It was a fun class I could always look forward to

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

One of the most memorable events in high school was my trip with the Spanish Club to Puerto Rico. It was an experience I never forget. I got to try many new things-like double kayaking in a bioluminescent bay and eat lots of new food. It has definitely pushed me to want to study abroad in college to immerse myself in others’ cultures and get to see/experience new things.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

Science Olympiad Medalist from 2014 to 2020, 100 total medals, State gold medalist, Class President from 2016 to 2020, Student Council Member from 2016 to 2020, President of Student Council from 2019 to 2020, Varsity Basketball from 2016 to 2020, Captain from 2019 to 2020, High Honors Student from 2016 to 2020, Baseball Manager from 2016 to 2020, Drama Club from 2016 to 2020, 4 year letter winner, Choir from 2016 to 2020, Lettered, 3 state-bound solo ensemble groups, Spanish Club from 2016 to 2020, Visual Arts Classic 2017, 1st rating in Digital Photography, National Honor Society Member from 2018-2020, Quiz Bowl from 2018 to 2020, High School Leadership program

My favorite activity was Science Olympiad. I was extremely passionate about everything I studied for and worked hard to accomplish all I did in my 7-year career. I was really looking forward to State this year, as were my fellow seniors—all of us knew our potential and were saddened to see our hard work be so close to paying off.

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

I had planned, and was hired, to be a counselor at Luther Park Bible Camp this summer. However, due to the current situation, that may not be possible. So, I plan to spend as much time as I can with my friends and family before going to college this fall.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

I am going to North Dakota State University this fall to major in Psychology.

Tara Gunnufson

Tara is the daughter of James Gunnufson and Christina Brantley.

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

Anatomy and Physiology class was my hands down favorite class in high school. Not only was learning in depth of the human body fascinating, but our teacher, Mrs. Willi is one of the smartest teachers I know. She isn’t only a great teacher, but she truly cares about her students and she tries her best every day to be the best she can. She inspires me to become smarter and to achieve my goals. Sociology class was a class I was lucky to be a part of. Mr. Engel taught the class to never take anything for granted and to not be selfish in the real world. He changed my perspective on life and it has helped me become not only a better person for myself but for my community and the people that I see on a day-to-day basis. I got to take an accounting class with one of the most energetic teachers I have ever had. Her name is Mrs. Lane and I didn’t only learn about accounting, but she also helped me figure out my life after high school. She also knew just how to put a smile on my face on the days where I just wanted to crawl underneath a desk. I am forever grateful to have had her as a teacher. She made me see the bright side of things.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

Mr. Moy will never hear the end of this one. The most memorable day in high school was my first day of senior year. Every year we have an assembly to greet the staff and students on their first day back. We typically set new guidelines for the school year and come together as a whole. I remember I was walking with my friends into the gym, purely excited to see everybody again. All of a sudden, we hear over the speakers, “Jump Around by KSI ft. Waka Flocka Flame”. Next thing we know, we see Mr. Moy jumping around to the beat of the music with the microphone in his hand trying to get the rest of the school to join. Honestly I think we were all in shock seeing our principal dancing to that song, so nobody really jumped around. Looking back at that day, I really wish we would have. In conclusion, that was the best first day of school I have ever had. Thank you Mr. Moy for being a phenomenal principal!

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

Track and Field 2017-2018 and volleyball 2016-2017. My favorite activity in high school was track and field. The team that was put together my freshman year was amazing. Everybody got along and supported each other’s accomplishments. Not only was the team great, but the coaches did their best to push us to reach a new PR.

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

This summer I will be working at the Synergy (Cenex) gas station in Boyceville. I will be putting in as many hours as possible while making time to spend with my dad and my friends. I hope to make a lot of memories this summer, since it may be the last time I see many of my friends before college begins in the fall. I plan to go camping and fishing with my dad multiple times throughout the summer.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

In the fall of 2020, I will be attending the University of Wisconsin-Stout. I will be majoring in the pre-applied science program for pre professional dentistry and I will be minoring psychology.

Hannah Johnson

Hannah is daughter of Joe and Carla Johnson

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

One of my favorite classes was Sociology. I enjoyed it because I learned a lot about what people think and why they do the things they do. Another was Contemporary American History. This class made me realize that history is actually interesting to learn about. Also, because Mr. Engel taught both of these classes and he is a great teacher who I learned really well from. Lastly, Spanish. Spanish was sometimes hard but I enjoyed the challenge and it helped that Señorita was always willing to help in any way she could.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

The most memorable experience I had in high school happened my junior year during volleyball. We were playing Glenwood at home and we were in the third game and had lost the first two. I remember there being a huge crowd as well as a loud student section. We ended up taking the last three games from them and won. It was incredible and felt so cool to be a part of that moment. I remember when we won, the bench rushed the court and we all screamed and cheered and the student section formed a tunnel for the players to run through.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

I was involved in basketball my freshman and sophomore year. I played volleyball all four years of high school and I would have played softball all four years, if it wasn’t for the coronavirus. I was in FFA my freshman and sophomore year. Lastly, I was a member of the National Honor Society my junior and senior year. My favorite was volleyball. Something about that sport made me so happy. I’m not sure if it was the coaches or the teammates I had or just the game in general, but I loved every second I got to play and will miss it greatly.

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

This summer I will be working for a lady out of Baldwin and we clean newly built homes. I hope to continue working for her throughout the summer and then get another job as a waitress somewhere so that I can work at night. When I’m not working I hope to spend as much time with my family and friends before I head off to college this fall.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

I will be attending the University of Eau Claire and will be majoring in elementary education.

Cade Klefstad

Cade is the son of Brent and Molly Klefstad.

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

Sociology, I enjoyed having conversations with Mr. Engel and learning more about society and life.

Engineering, I enjoyed working on projects as I love to work on projects. I also liked to design 3D models and learn more about tools available in the software. Physics, I enjoyed the projects we did and learning why things did the things they did and learning how to calculate different scenarios.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

My most memorable event in High school was when I got gold/first at state Science Olympiad in the mission possible event. It wasn’t so much the gold medal but the knowledge I learned and the hard work paying off.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

Basketball from 2016 to 2020, Science Olympiad from 2016 to 2020, Cross Country from 2017 to 2020, Track from 2017 to 2020, Student Council from 2016 to 2020, Student Government Treasurer Senior year, Volunteer at local church from 2013 to 2020, Prom Committee and Court Junior year, Baseball 2017, Football 2017, Music 2017.

Science Olympiad was my favorite because it allowed me to compete using my knowledge and craftsman/handyman skills to build projects and help others. It was also fun to travel to different locations like Ohio and see things you wouldn’t normally see like the Henry Ford Museum and the National Museum of the USAF.

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

I was going to do an internship, however; due to the coronavirus pandemic, it was canceled. So I will work at Woodville Warehouse like I did the summer before.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

I plan to attend UW-Platteville in the fall and major in Civil Engineering.

Tyra Kostman

Tyra is the daughter of Troy Kostman and Tessa Feeney

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

Sociology because Mr. Engel opened up to us, taught us a lot about ourselves and gave us a lot of advice for the future.

AP Calculus because Mr. Hamm made it interesting and also helped a lot of us with our futures.

Anatomy and Physiology because Mrs. Willi was a very good teacher and I enjoy learning about the human body.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

Being the varsity pitcher in softball my freshman year is my most memorable event. It was memorable because it was a time where my hard work paid off and I got close with a lot of people in that year while playing with them.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

Basketball for 3 years, Volleyball for 3 years, Softball for 2 years, Science Olympiad for 3 years, Visual Arts Club for 1 year, FCCLA for 2 years. My favorite activity was softball. Playing softball is something that I enjoy a lot, even though I did not get all 4 years because of some unfortunate circumstances, it was by far my favorite.

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

I am currently working at Our House Senior Living as the Life Enrichment Coordinator and I am working at Glenhaven Nursing Home as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I plan on spending a majority of my summer at these facilities to save up for college. In my free time I plan to spend a lot of time with my family and friends and make as many memories as I can.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

I plan on attending St. Catherine University this fall to pursue a degree in biology on the pre-med track.

LaRissa Krueger

LaRissa is the daughter of Gib and Lisa Krueger

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Health Science. They were my favorite classes because I enjoy learning about the human body and the way it functions as well as health care.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

Senior homecoming was the most memorable for me because I was on homecoming court. It was a really fun week and to be a special part of it made it even better.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

Dance team for 2 years, Fall cheerleading for 4 years, Softball for 3 years, Wrestling manager for 3 years. My favorite high school activity was fall cheerleading. I always had friends on the team and liked being involved with cheering on our team. We also were involved a lot in homecomings and other activities.

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

I am currently working at a nursing home and plan to take my CNA class throughout the summer at CVTC.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

I plan to attend Chippewa Valley Technical College to pursue a degree in nursing.

Monica Miranda

Monica is the daughter of Pablo Miranda and Amy Styer.

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

Sociology with Mr. Engel because it was a class full of fascinating information. As well, we learned a lot about ourselves and the society we live in. A.P. Biology with Mrs. Willi because she makes every class fun. Additionally, she was always more than willing to help you. English with Ms. Ledgerwood because I learned important grammatical rules, while being in a friendly environment with a teacher who cared about her class and her students.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

My most memorable event in High School was being a part of the football cheer team for 2 years. The excitement surrounding Friday night football games, youth night, and homecoming was one that filled the school with spirit and pride. It is my most memorable event because High School is learning to embrace who you are and take pride in where you come from and being a part of football cheer helped me accomplish that.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

Football Cheerleading- Junior & Senior year, Softball- Sophomore & Junior year, Basketball- Sophomore year, High School leadership team- Junior year, Veterans Day Program- Senior year, Feed My Starving Children Volunteering-Junior & Senior year

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

I am starting this summer by moving out on June 1st. I am renting in apartment with a roommate in Winona, where we will attend classes in the fall. This summer I plan on taking 2 online summer college classes. Additionally I plan on finding a summer job once things and places are able to reopen. I also plan on spending a lot of time with my family this summer and attending events that add to the excitement of summer such as fairs.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

My interests right now consist of making the most of what is happening. Additionally, my interests include: fishing, reading, spending time outside, and with my family and friends. My interests also consist of wanting to help people and benefit the lives of those who are in need of assistance. I plan to attend Winona State University starting in the summer of 2020. I am going to major in Social Work, and Minor in Spanish to obtain a bachelor’s degree to become a licensed Bilingual Social Worker in Wisconsin and Minnesota.

Jordan Nelson

Jordan is the son of Randy and Melinda Nelson.

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

Woodworking, Ag-power, Mechanics. These are my favorite because I love working on things with my hands.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

Did not provide an answer.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

FFA and Farming. Farming is my favorite for the fact of enjoyment and because I have grown up on a farm.

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

Current plans is to work my double jobs full time until college and continue doing part-time for college and work.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

I planning to attend CVTC in Eau Claire and majoring in Industrial Mechanics.

Caitlyn Pelikan

Caitlyn is the daughter of Bonny and Tony Pelikan.

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

My favorite classes were AP Environmental Science, Contemporary American History, and Advanced English because they taught me time management.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

The most memorable event was attending Iowa Lakeside Lab where we spent the weekend doing science related activities.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

Drama, Choir, Science Olympiad. My favorite was Science Olympiad

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

The summer after high school is reserved strictly for a job to make money to pay for college.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

I will be attending a four- year university with an undecided major. My interests are history, English, music, political science and material science.

Steven Rasmussen

Steven is the son of Brad and Laura Rasmussen.

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

AP Biology because I thought it was interesting, AP Physics because the projects were fun, and Civics because I like learning about history and government.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

Earning All-Conference in Cross Country was the most memorable event because it was both exciting and challenging.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

Football freshmen year, track freshmen through junior year, student council all four years, cross country sophomore through senior year, Science Olympiad freshmen through junior year. My favorite activity was Science Olympiad because I liked the projects and events.

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

I plan on working with my family’s business during the summer to earn and save money for college.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

I plan on attending UW-River Falls, and majoring in History with a minor in Business.

Amber Schlottman

Amber is the daughter of Dan and Laurey Schlottman

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

Phys and Ant was my favorite class because I got to learn about things that I was actually interested in. Sociology was another class I enjoyed because the topics were interesting. Online Health Science was also a fun class because I could go at my own pace. The class was set up in a simple way so I always knew what to expect for each unit.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

My most memorable moment in high school was when the bank got robbed in Boyceville and the school went on lockdown. This was the most exciting thing that happened in Boyceville which is why it was the most memorable. We were on lockdown for most of the day and we got to watch Netflix instead of doing school work.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

Football cheerleading 2016-2019, Band 2016, Science Olympiad 2016. Cheerleading was my favorite activity because it was a fun sport to be in. I got to be with my friends and I had a wonderful coach. Practice was always entertaining.

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

This summer I am moving to Winona. I plan to work at a nursing home while I take classes to become a CNA. I hope to be working full time and have a second part time job so I can save up more money for college.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

In the fall I will be attending Winona State University with a major in nursing.

Clara Swanson

Clara is the daughter of Brad Swanson and Shawnda Sundby.

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

My three favorite classes was Child Development, Anatomy and Physiology, and Physical Education. Child Development because that’s the closest thing to what I want to do. Anat and Phys because that was the most interesting. And Phy Ed because I enjoyed a break from class to be active.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

The most memorable thing in high school was when the school was in lock down from 1st hour to 6th hour because the bank in town was robbed.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

I was in Yearbook as a freshman, sophomore, and junior.

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

This summer I will continue working full time.

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

I plan to take a gap year and then I will further my education to become a certified Midwife.

Maggie Wyss

Maggie is the daughter of Jake and Jessie Wyss and granddaughter of Carrol and Sharon Wyss.

1. List your top three favorite high school classes. Why were they favorite classes?

My top three favorite high school classes were foods, sociology, art. These classes were my favorite because they each gave me the opportunity to learn not only about the subject being taught but about myself as well. With each foods class, I got to learn more about my likes and dislikes within the culinary world. Sociology taught me a ton about myself, as well as the families near and far from my area. And art classes always gave me the opportunity to relax and let my creativity flow.

2. Describe the most memorable event that happened while you were in high school? Why was it memorable?

I think that the most memorable event for me in high school was my last football game. I was on the football cheer team during my junior and senior year, and I really enjoyed it. I remember not wanting the night to end, even though it was freezing outside! It was memorable to me because it was really the beginning of the many “lasts” of my senior year.

3. Provide a list of activities in which you were involved during high school and list the years of involvement. What was your favorite and why?

During my high school career, I was involved in activities and clubs such as the Boyceville Dance Team, Football Cheer, FCCLA, FFA, and yearbook. I don’t think I can pick a favorite. I was able to be a part of two amazing teams with some of my best friends while I was involved in dance and cheer. FCCLA showed me that I can work well under pressure, as I participated in baking competitions. I had the honor of holding the position of FFA secretary during my junior year, and president during my senior year, both of which taught me responsibility. Finally, the yearbook club was the perfect opportunity to be creative, and I will never forget it!

4. What are your plans for this summer after graduation? Summer Job?

During the summer after graduation, I plan to work my two current jobs and earn money to put toward college. I would also like to explore Wisconsin by taking a few road trips if the opportunity arises!

5. Are you planning to attend college or technical school, and if so, where? What will be your major? What will be your major? If you are an undecided major, what are your interests right now?

I am planning to attend UW-Stout in the fall of 2020 and I will be majoring in Human Development and Family Studies.