Rockwood School District Board of Education Awards Ceremony

Rockwood School District
Board of Education Awards Ceremony
February 25, 2010
Above and Beyond Award
Bridget Royal, Crestview Parent Organization VICC Liaison, has worked to strengthen the connection
between VICC families and Crestview Middle through the organization of quarterly meetings in the city for
Crestview Administrators, staff, and families to attend.
School Awards
John M. Kastner Awards
Eureka High
Josh Dreon was named to All-State Choir.
Samuel Groeteke was named to All-State Band in bassoon.
Daniel Lang was named to All-State Band in tuba.
Sabrina Salamone was named to All State Orchestra in violin.
Graham Woodland was named to All-State Orchestra in violin.
Lafayette High
Natalie Ferree was named to All-State Band for bassoon.
Zach Frazer earned a perfect score on ACT.
Rachel Herrmann was named to All-State Band for trumpet.
Nowrin Haque earned a perfect score on the SAT.
Amy Hourcade was named to All-State Orchestra for cello.
Richard Lu was named to All-State Orchestra for violin.
Anthony Orso was named to All-State Orchestra for violin.
Lucas Shapland was named an Honorable Mention for All-State Band for
percussion.
Adam Whiteley was named an Honorable Mention for all-State Band for
trumpet.
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Rockwood School District
Board of Education Awards Ceremony
February 25, 2010
Marquette High
Phillip Hsu was named to the National High School Honors Orchestra in viola
and was named to the All-State Orchestra in viola.
Eric Hsu was named to All-State Orchestra in violin.
James Krafcik was named an Honorable Mention for All-State Band in
saxophone and 1 st chair Honorable Mention for All-State Jazz Band in tenor
saxophone.
Laura Marsh was named a 1 st chair Honorable Mention for All-State Band in
percussion Option 2 and Option 3.
Garin Marlow placed 2 nd at the MSHSAA State Swim Meet in the 500 yard
Freestyle event.
Carter Purcell was named to All-State Orchestra in flute.
Harsha Swamy was named to All-State Orchestra in violin as an alternate.
Adante Smith advanced to Finalist in the National Achievement Scholarship
Program.
Janelle Walker was named 1 st Alternate for All-State Band in percussion
Option 1.
James Wang was named to All-State Orchestra in violin.
Dr. Larson
U.S. News and World Report awarded Marquette High School with the Silver
Medal of Honor as one of America’s top schools.
U.S. News and World Report awarded Lafayette High School the Silver
Medal of Honor as one of America’s top schools.
The following Health/Physical Education staff members received the
Exemplary Gold Award from the Missouri Association for Health, Physical
Education, Recreation, and Dance (MOAHPERD) for having an outstanding
Health/Physical Education program at their school:
Kehrs Mill Elementary: Julie Kintz, Adrienne Barber, Edward Mattison
Wild Horse Elementary: Tim Mosby, Jan Meckfessel, Dave Wallington
Woerther Elementary: Carol Earley, Amy Gentry and Julie Cooper
National Board Certified Teachers (November 2009)
Kathryn Britt, Marquette High
Stephanie Dietrich, Babler Elementary
Rebecca Durbin, Selvidge Middle
Melissa Fehr, Chesterfield Elementary
Patrick Fine, Chesterfield Elementary
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Rockwood School District
Board of Education Awards Ceremony
February 25, 2010
Brian Fish, Lafayette High
Greg Gilbert, Rockwood Summit High
Cindy Golden, Rockwood Summit High
Ted Gray, Rockwood Summit High
Mary Haar, Marquette High
MaryJo Hagedorn, Rockwood Summit High
Susie Hamlin, Crestview Middle
Tara Harrow, Marquette High
Colleen Haug, Babler Elementary
Darcey Hickman, Babler Elementary
Patricia Hogan, Chesterfield
Elizabeth Kelley-Hirata, Rockwood Summit High
Jamie Manker, Rockwood Summit High
Jason Miller, Rockwood Summit High
Rhonda Mozingo, Kehrs Mill Elementary
Jennifer Perone, Rockwood Summit High
Anne Schirmer, Crestview Middle
Angela Steele, Rockwood Summit High
Gelene Strecker-Sayer, Eureka High
Margaret Sullivan, Rockwood Summit High
Abby Clutter, nurse at Blevins Elementary, has been awarded National Board
Certification.
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2010 Dream Catchers
Scholarship Recipients
Elementary School Recipients:
Olivia Emert, Ballwin Elementary: Olivia has always wanted to be a writer, and this scholarship will allow her to
pursue that dream by attending Suffield Academy. Olivia’s teacher reports she has a passion for writing and is
driven to be an outstanding author.
Matthew Lorentz, Blevins Elementary: Science, technology and space have long been Matthew’s passions.
This Dream Catchers Scholarship will help Matthew pursue his dream by sending him to space camp in Huntsville,
Alabama this summer.
Myiah Hall, Chesterfield Elementary: The dream of Myiah is to be a veterinarian. She is inquisitive and loves to
learn about science and animals. She will use her Dream Catchers Scholarship money to attend Camp KangaZoo
at the St. Louis Zoo. It will teach her about animals and their habitat and provide her an opportunity to interact with
others.
Lexi Daniels, Ellisville Elementary: Lexi wants to learn about the ocean and the animals that live in it. Her
dream is to teach others about the care and habitat of marine animals along with the importance of improving our
environment. Lexi will attend the Sea World Ocean Explorer Camp, thanks to her Dream Catchers Scholarship.
Hamza Iqbal, Ellisville Elementary: Creating robots for future space programs is a passion Hamza would like to
explore by attending the Adventures in Programming camp at Washington University. He is strong in academics
and has a passion for problem solving.
Tim Palazzola, Green Pines Elementary: Tim is an inquisitive young man with a strong knowledge of computers
and is always eager to help others with classroom computer issues. It is his dream is to attend ID Tech Camp at
Washington University to focus on “Video Game Design and Creations.” At Tech Camp, he will get to modify
current games for computers.
Elizabeth Karpman, Kehrs Mill Elementary: Dancing, performing and singing along with being a stand-out
student are a few of Elizabeth’s qualities. She has dedicated herself to spend several hours a week on rehearsals
as well as performances. Her Dream Catchers Scholarship will enable her to train with professional dancers and
choreographers at the Alexandra Ballet.
Connor Ouchi, Kehrs Mill Elementary: Connor has a natural ability for music and a tangible enthusiasm and
interest in the guitar. His Dream Catchers Scholarship will allow him the opportunity to play the guitar with other
musicians along with learning teamwork and cooperation skills at Camp Jam.
Caroline Marie Bundschuh, Kellison Elementary: According to her teacher, Caroline has a strong work ethic
and has set high goals for herself in ballet. Her Dream Catchers Scholarship will allow her exposure to guest
teachers and ballet programs such as “The Royal Ballet in England,” while attending the summer intensive program
at the St. Louis Ballet School.
Brad Stewart, Stanton Elementary: Brad possesses intelligence, curiosity and is passionate about technology,
according to his teacher. Attending “Adventures in Programming” camp through Washington University will help
him catch his dream of learning computer applications.
Diego Jasso, Wild Horse Elementary: According to his teacher, Diego distinguishes himself from others and is
the type of person who does whatever hit takes to “get the job done.” Diego will use his Dream Catchers
Scholarship to experience the Rockwood Great Smokey Mountain Adventure.

2010 Dream Catchers
Scholarship Recipients
Middle School Recipients:
Tony Chang, Crestview Middle: Tony dreams of being a designer and artist. Tony will catch his dream with a
scholarship for drawing and painting classes at the Chesterfield Arts.
Megan Hardie, Crestview Middle: Megan will use her Dream Catchers Scholarship money to attend a trip to the
Florida Keys through the Rockwood Adventures Program. Megan dreams of having a career in marine biology, as
well as an interest in being an author, illustrator, and avian biologist.
Emma Hotze-Smith, Crestview Middle: Emma has been riding horses since she was five-years-old. Her Dream
Catchers Scholarship will allow her to lease a horse for two months so that she can prepare for a summer
horseback-riding competition.
Adam Munich, Crestview Middle: Adam is using his Dream Catchers Scholarship to attend the NASA Space and
Aviation Camp in Huntsville, Alabama. At camp, he will get to learn about the principles of flight, his greatest
passion.
Karen Zhu, Crestview Middle: Karen will take an online Algebra II class this summer with her Dream Catchers
Scholarship. The course is called the Art of Problem Solving. Karen’s participation in the class will give her future
opportunities to compete in additional high-level math competitions.
Michael Huang, LaSalle Springs Middle: Michael dreams of being a member of the St. Louis Symphony Youth
Orchestra. Michael, a violinist, will get to attend the New York Summer Music Festival two-week camp with his
Dream Catchers Scholarship.
Jacob Hughes, LaSalle Springs Middle: Jacob is using his Dream Catchers Scholarship to attend the Joseph
Baldwin Academy for Eminent Young Scholars at Truman State University. Jacob qualified for this unique
opportunity by scoring in the 99 th percentile on the MAP test.
Benjamin Lorentz, LaSalle Springs Middle: Benjamin will explore the wonders of the Grand Teton Mountain
Range through the Rockwood Science Program trip with his Dream Catchers Scholarship money.
Ben Webb, LaSalle Springs Middle: Ben is using his Dream Catchers Scholarship to attend Camp Jam as a
Counselor in Training (CIT). As a counselor, Ben will get to work with rock bands on their songs and help with oneon-one
and group music instruction.
Sidarth Iyer, Rockwood South Middle: Sidarth will attend the Boy Scouts of America National Jamboree in
Virginia with his Dream Catchers Scholarship money.
Mary Thaier, Rockwood South Middle: Mary will catch her dream when she travels to Quebec with her French
class this summer. While on the trip, she will learn about the Canadian-French culture and have the chance to
strengthen her French-speaking skills.
Michael Mertle, Rockwood Valley Middle: Michael will use his Dream Catchers Scholarship to learn about
marine biology while he attends the Rockwood Marine Science Adventure trip.
Linnea Anne Narducci, Rockwood Valley Middle: Linnea will attend the Junior National Young Leaders
conference in Washington D.C. with her Dream Catchers Scholarship.
Keena Patel, Rockwood Valley Middle: Keena will catch her dream by opening a nonprofit business with her
Dream Catchers Scholarship. She will offer free tutoring to underprivileged students, using her scholarship money
to purchase the necessary school supplies.

2010 Dream Catchers
Scholarship Recipients
Akhil Pulumati, Rockwood Valley Middle: Using his Dream Catchers Scholarship money, Akhil will attend the
Rockwood Grand Teton Adventure at Yellowstone Park. He looks forward to hiking and floating down the Snake
River.
Hannah Bullington, Selvidge Middle: Hannah will catch her dream when she attends the Rockwood Grand
Teton Adventure at Yellowstone Park. She looks forward to enjoying the hikes and learning about mountain
wildlife.
Rachel Bullington, Selvidge Middle: Rachel will use her Dream Catchers Scholarship to attend the Grant Teton
Adventure at Yellowstone Park. While on the trip, Rachel wants to learn more about Old Faithful and Steamboat
geysers, and promises to tell all her friends about her experience.
Brenden Giblin, Selvidge Middle: Brenden has had a strong interest in astronomy and physics since he was five
years old. He will catch his dream by attending the “Beginning Teen Astronomy Camp” at the University of Arizona.
Grayson Kelmer, Selvidge Middle: Grayson will attend the Grand Teton Yellowstone Adventure with her Dream
Catchers Scholarship money. She looks forward to discovering new creatures and plants in nature.
Tucker Osman, Selvidge Middle: Tucker will attend the Joseph Baldwin Academy at Truman University with his
Dream Catchers Scholarship. He will take the course titled “The Art and Science of Computer Programming.”
Kyle Edwards, Wildwood Middle: Kyle will use his Dream Catchers Scholarship to attend the Grand Teton
Yellowstone Adventure. He will use what he learns on the trip to get actively involved in preserving the natural
resources of his community.
Rachel Forsythe, Wildwood Middle: Rachel will attend the Fazio’s Rock Academy Summer Camp with her
Dream Catchers Scholarship. After years of playing the violin and cello, Rachel will catch her dream working on
songwriting and performing skills with her electric guitar at Rock Camp.
Katriella Lumbantobing, Wildwood Middle: Katriella will have the opportunity to catch her dream taking the
Bioimaging course at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign this fall. She will get to experience how
environmental changes affect plants, and learn about human health through imaging.
Jon McCoy, Wildwood Middle: It is Jon’s dream that all people throughout the world have clean water. Jon will
use his scholarship money to campaign and raise funds for Living Water International so they can drill clean water
for those in need.
Morgan Niezing, Wildwood Middle: Morgan will catch her dream when she attends the Coastal Ecology Camp in
Galveston, Texas. Morgan will learn about career opportunities in marine biology.
Sydney Ridinger, Wildwood Middle: Sydney will attend the Grand Teton Yellowstone Adventure with her Dream
Catchers Scholarship. Sydney loves science and wilderness, and looks forward to this amazing experience.
Jason Salamone, Wildwood Middle: Jason dreams of playing drums in the high school marching band. He will
use his scholarship money for summer percussion lessons.

2010 Dream Catchers
Scholarship Recipients
High School Recipients:
James Huang, Eureka High: The Dream Catchers Scholarship will help James in his pursuit of becoming a
doctor. At the National Young Leader’s Forum on Medicine, he will learn the requirements for the medical field.
His teacher states he is a quick thinker and easily grasps fundamentals of any skill or concept being taught.
David Armstrong, Lafayette High: David’s teacher states he has the ability to show empathy and consideration
for the views of others. He will use his Dream Catchers Scholarship by helping the World Chargers Youth Group
build and repair homes for underprivileged families in Puerto Rico.
Keeley Arnold, Lafayette High: Keeley has a passion and dedication for exploring art. She helped create the
cover for Lafayette’s literary magazine and participated in many art shows. Her greatest dream is to write “manga”,
a form of Japanese comics. To help her realize her dreams, this scholarship will send her to the Summer Institute
at the School of Art in Chicago.
Katelyn Burgess, Lafayette High: Katelyn was recommended and accepted to participate as a student leader in
the People to People Student Ambassador Program traveling to China this summer. She will be staying with a host
family, learning skills in Chinese cooking, and more. Her dream is to travel to China as a Student Ambassador for
the United States.
LeAnna Cates, Lafayette High: LeAnna’s dream is to become a medical doctor. She is a leader and goes above
and beyond with assignments, according to her teacher. LeAnna will attend the National Youth Leadership Forum
on Medicine, which will provide an insight for her in the medical field.
Kristen Michelle Trout, Lafayette High: According to Kristen’s teacher, she has a special quality that illuminates
every aspect of her academic, athletic, communal and social life. Her dream is to attend the Annual Conference at
Gettysburg College, as she has a love for American History.
Madison Ginsberg, Marquette High: Madison’s dream is to direct and produce films. Her teachers say she is
creative, cooperative and disciplined. Being able to attend the National High School Institute (Film Division) at
Northwestern University will help her achieve her goal.
Joy Ciskowski, Rockwood Summit High: Joy is currently researching the neurological affects of Anorexia
Nervosa through Washington University. She is a student in the Authentic Science Research program. Her dream
is to be able to make a difference in the lives of others. This scholarship will allow her to expand her research and
better understand Anorexia Nervosa.
Jordan Thomas, Rockwood Summit High: According to her teacher, Jordan is articulate, intelligent, goal
oriented and a model student who strives for excellence. Her dream is to become an engineer. Jordan will use her
scholarship to attend the Worldwide Youth in Science and Engineering camp at the University of Illinois. She will
have the opportunity to engage in planning and building projects prepared by the College of Engineering.
Elyse Bertani, Rockwood Summit High: Elyse loves to perform and has been taking private piano and voice
lessons for nearly six years. According to her teacher, Elyse excels in the areas of acting, singing and dancing. It
is her dream to attend the Missouri Fine Arts Academy to further expand her knowledge of performing arts this
summer.