Senior Issue 2004.qxd - My High School Journalism

Monday, May 24, 2004 Vol. 9 • No. 155 www.whsnow.com 

Find out 

where WHS 

seniors will go 

2004 senior survey 

results at a glance 

Inside you will find the newspaper 

staff ’s annual survey of student 

plans and an explanation of how that 

survey was conducted. Here is a 

quick overview of the survey of 

graduating seniors. 

South Dakota schools: 

•Augustana College . . . . . . . . . . .19 

•Black Hills State University . . . . .1 

•Colorado Technical University . . .8 

•Dakota State University . . . . . . . .1 

•Killian Community College . . . . .2 

•Lake Area Technical Institute . . .1 

•Mitchell Technical Institute . . . . .3 

•National American University . . .2 

•Northern State University . . . . . .6 

•S.D. School of Mines . . . . . . . . . .2 

•South Dakota State University . .78 

•Southeast Technical Institute . . .37 

•Stewart School of Hairstyling . . .2 

•University of Sioux Falls . . . . . .12 

•University of South Dakota . . . .23 

•USDSU-Sioux Falls . . . . . . . . . . .5 

Out-of-state schools 

•All Iowa schools . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 

•All Minnesota schools . . . . . . . .37 

•All Montana schools . . . . . . . . . .2 

•All Nebraska schools . . . . . . . . .19 

•All North Dakota schools . . . . . .4 

•All Wyoming schools . . . . . . . . . .5 

•Other colleges/universities . . . .56 

Military/other service 

•United States Air Force . . . . . . . .5 

•United States Army . . . . . . . . . . .8 

•United States Marine Corps . . . . .1 

•United States Navy . . . . . . . . . . .4 

•South Dakota Air National Guard .4 

Other responses 

•Specific work plans . . . . . . . . . .18 

•No response/undecided/other . .107 

Totals 

•Total seniors surveyed 2004 . . . .480 

•Total seniors surveyed 2003 . . .455 

Biggest changes since 2003 

•South Dakota State University . .+20 

•University of South Dakota . . .-14 

Graduation set for 

Sunday at Arena 

By Jenny Horstman 

and Courtney Plooster 

As the school year draws to a 

close, Warrior seniors are realizing 

that their days at WHS 

are quickly coming to an end. 

Tears will fall and memories will 

be made as family, friends and peers 

gather to watch the commencement 

exercises for the class of 2004 on 

Sunday at the Sioux Falls Arena. The 

graduates will celebrate their special 

event at 3 p.m. with seniors Kayla 

Tramp and Miranda Pratt delivering 

memories and thoughts for the future 

as class speakers. 

Before Warrior caps are tossed, 

Roosevelt High School seniors will 

receive their diplomas at 1 p.m. 

Lincoln High School will follow 

WHS at 5 p.m. 

Pratt said she is excited to speak to 

her fellow graduates. 

“It’s an honor that I was chosen to 

speak to the rest of the class of 

2004,” she said. “I’m really nervous, 

but I’m excited at the same time.” 

Pratt said she wants to prove a 

point to the class of 2004 in her 

speech. 

“I want to remind the class that 

each day is important, so live it to the 

fullest,” she said. 

Tramp, the other speaker for the 

class of 2004, said she is also excited 

but nervous at the chance to speak in 

front of her classmates and their 

families. 

“I will be nervous when the day 

comes,” she said. “All of my experiences 

over the past four years have 

taught me lifelong lessons.” 

Both speakers plan on sharing the 

most import things they have learned 

during their time at high school 

“You need to learn from each mistake 

you make, and grow to be a better 

person after making the mistake,” 

Pratt said. 

Pratt and Tramp will speak after 

the 480 graduates enter the Arena 

and the combined choir and symphonic 

band present music. Other 

dignitaries will also speak. 

Special 

Senior 

Issue 

Warrior 

graduation 

timetable 

The WHS 

graduation ceremony 

is set 

for 3 p.m. 

Sunday at the 

Sioux Falls 

Arena. 

•1 p.m. 

Roosevelt 

graduation 

•2:15 p.m. 

WHS seniors 

report and line 

up at Arena 

•3 p.m. 

WHS 

graduation 

•5 p.m. 

Lincoln 

graduation 

Seniors gather for last time at party 

By Kady Hopp 

Every year after the commencement ceremony, 

the graduates come together for one last 

hoorah at the Senior Class Party. 

Seniors are expected to check-in between 10 

and 10:30 p.m. on Sunday at the front doors of 

WHS and will not be headed home until 5 a.m. 

the following morning. 

Throughout the evening students may play a 

variety of games, race over inflatables, be entertained 

by karaoke and enjoy a banquet of free 

food. There will also be a retreat where seniors 

can relax and have a good beverage, but parents 

are hopeful that this will just be a short break 

before returning to the party. 

Seniors will begin the evening with a number 

of tickets, which they may add to by participating 

in and winning games. These tickets will 

allow the individual to be eligible for drawings 

of certain prizes that will be given out at the 

conclusion of the festivities. 

One event that some seniors are looking forward 

to is the hypnotist. From 1-2 a.m. Monday 

morning all of the students and involved parents 

will be crammed into the auditorium for a 

special performance. Seniors will be selected to 

be hypnotized and will be the entertainment for 

the hour. 

Senior Sarah Eberhard said she is looking 

forward to the experience. 

“I am really excited because I want to see the 

hypnotist,” Eberhard said. “Maybe I will be 

lucky and win something, also.” 

Senior Sam Norberg said he also is looking 

forward to the excitement of the hypnotist. 

(Continued on pg. 8—see SENIORS)

Allison Annette Aasen 

•University of South Dakota, 

Vermillion 

“My favorite memory of WHS is 

playing on the girls basketball team.” 

Shahiran Muhammad Abdul- 

Rahim 

•University of Singapore 


meeting different kinds of people 

from different backgrounds and interests.” 

Andrew Blake Abraham 


Vermillion 

“My advice to the underclassmen of 

WHS is to be yourself, be kind to others, 

and always try your best.” 

Meghan Elyse Aguilar 

•University of Nebraska-Lincoln 

“My favorite memories of WHS are 

all of the dances, especially the homecoming 

dances.” 

John Angelo Akok 

•College 

“My advice to underclassmen is to 

work harder than you think you can 

and believe in yourself.” 

Aaron Brett Aldrich 

•Augustana College, Sioux Falls 

“My favorite memory of WHS is performing 

with Dick Cheney and the 

Pacemakers at the variety show and 

figuring out our songs 30 minutes 

before performing.” 

Ahmed Saeed Ali 

•South Dakota State University, 

Brookings 


work hard in your early years at WHS 

so you can have fun your senior year.” 

Mikelle Alons 

Aluong Hakim Aluong 

Michael Robert Amor 


Brookings 


doing homework.” 

Adam Larry Anderson 

Kari Elizabeth Anderson 

•Bethel College, Minnesota 


seek truth. Never be satisfied with an 

incomplete answer. Take the time to 

learn about who you are and strive to 

be a genuine and sincere person.” 

Sarah Noel Anderson 

•St. Cloud State University, Minnesota 

“My advice to underclassmen is to try 

to turn every situation into a good 

time—it’s much more fun that way.” 

Mandi Michelle Andrews 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen is to be 

who you are. Don’t change yourself to 

fit in or to make someone like you. It 

isn’t worth it.” 

Mackenzie Jane Anschutz 


“My favorite memories at WHS are 

hanging out with all of my friends 

and meeting new people.” 

Mandi Rose Arends 

•University of Minnesota-Morris 


challenge yourself, but have fun.” 

• News of Washington Page 2 Monday, May 24, 2004 

Senior survey reveals post-graduation plans 

Survey of 480 graduating seniors 

conducted by newspaper staff 

Each spring the News of 

Washington surveys the graduating 

class at WHS to find what each 

senior plans for after graduation. 

This information is collected 

from a volunteer, non-scientific survey 

of all class members. This year, 

the News of Washington also asked 

seniors to provide their favorite 

memory and a piece of advice to 

underclassmen. Some of those 

pieces of advice and memories are 

also included in the survey results. 

On pages 2-8 are the results of 

the survey. After the name of each 

student, listed alphabetically, students 

indicated what school, branch 

of the military or work opportunity 

they plan to pursue next year. 

Many respondents also chose to 

provide a favorite memory or piece 

Abraham John Arshem 

•South Dakota School of Mines and 

Technology, Rapid City 


watching the Warrior sports teams 

win championships.” 

Sarouk Q. Aware 

•Northern State University, Aberdeen 


enjoy your time here because high 

school only happens once.” 

Chala Belayneh Ayano 

Gamachu Belayneh Ayano 

•College 

Molly Bair 


Brookings 

“I’d like to remind underclassmen 

here at WHS that life is short. Eat 

dessert first.” 

Jason Thomas Baker 

•Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux 

Falls 


hanging out with friends.” 

Steven Joseph Baker 



hanging out in the Little Theatre 

before and after school.” 

Clement Kahikahiwa Baldonado 

Danny Brett Banouvong 


Brookings 


the teachers I met and all of the people 

I met.” 

Nathan Thomas Bargmann 


“My advice to underclassmen is that 

all of the work during high school will 

eventually pay off. Make your time 

count, but don’t take things too seriously.” 

Stacy Michelle Barron 


Vermillion 

“The advice I would give to underclassmen 

is that you should have fun 

this summer.” 

Aaron Anthony Bartels 


Falls 


cool and stay in school.” 

Wyatt Shane Bauman 

•Mitchell Technical Institute 


being in woodworking classes.” 

Mandy Maire Bell 


Falls 


enjoy the fun experiences of high 

school.” 

Melissa Anne Bentaas 



going to sporting events and hanging 

out with all the fun people I’ve met 

along the way.” 

Lindsey Jane Bergan 

Breanna Kay Bethke 

•Academy of Arts, California 

“My advice to underclassmen is to not 

skip school. School is cool.” 

Christopher Paul Bierle 



from sophomore year when I had a 

barbeque on my deck and almost 

burnt down my house. It was crazy.” 

of advice. A selection of those have 

been included as well. 

All quotes and information were 

edited for style, space, grammar and 

taste considerations. Seniors who 

left items blank or did not return a 

survey may not have their names 

listed or have incomplete information. 

The responsibility for the accuracy 

of the information rests solely 

with the respondents. 

The list of graduating seniors 

was accurate as of May 1 and is subject 

to change. 

The News of Washington staff 

wishes to extend best wishes to each 

graduate in the WHS Warrior class 

of 2004. 

Survey compiled by 

Becca Forsyth 

and the NOW staff 

Matthew Robert Bittner 

•San Diego State University, California 

“My advice to underclassmen is 

derived from the Disney film ‘The 

Lion King’—hakuna matata, which 

means ‘no worries.’” 

David Blom 

•North Dakota State College of 

Science 

“One of my favorite memories at 

WHS is the homecoming carnivals.” 

Sarah Kathryn Boese 


Falls 

“My advice to underclassman is to be 

yourself when you are yourself more 

people will notice you for who you 

are.” 

Daniel Boeve 

•University of Pittsburgh, 

Pennsylvania 

“My favorite memory is convincing 

random people at Halloween dances 

that they knew me and dancing with 

them.” 

Shaley Rae Bolks 

•University of Sioux Falls 


travel the world when you get the 

chance.” 

Katherine Reddy Boris 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen would 

have to be don’t dwell on things.” 

Eric David Boyda 


Brookings 

“My advice for all underclassmen is to 

always go swimming with a buddy.” 

Jesse James Boyda 


Falls 


get into trouble and don’t argue with 

some of the teachers.” 

Ryan Bradshaw 

Alison Mary Braley 


Brookings 


always do what you feel is right, true 

friends will respect your decisions.” 

Amber Lee Brander 

•Kansas University 


being with my friends and having a 

great time.” 

Daniel Jay Brandsma 

•Concordia College, Minnesota 

“My favorite memory of WHS is the 

state soccer tournament my junior 

year.” 

Katherine Esther Brennan 

Kevin Lee Brockmueller 


Brookings 


making many new friends.” 

Kyle Steve Brockmueller 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen is not to 

sweat the small stuff.” 

Courtney Marie Brooks 

•Florida State University 


homecoming dances and activities.” 

Laura Lynn Brooks 

•Kansas University 

“My favorite memories at WHS are 

hanging out with my friends.” 

Anna Katrina Brown 


Vermillion 


days come and go but memories last 

forever.” 

Ashley Nicole Brown 

•Montana State University 

“My favorite memories are winning 

sporting events and screaming the 

scoreboard cheer.” 

Zane Robert Bruns 

Jeslyn Marie Buckmiller 

•Winona State University, Minnesota 

“Some advice I could give to underclassmen 

is to be yourself and have 

fun, you will graduate before you 

know it.” 

Lim Muy Bun 


“My advice to underclassmen is don’t 

judge people. Instead, try to be 

friends. You never know when you 

might end up on a reality TV series.” 

Renee Christine Bunkers 

•Travel 

“My favorite memory of WHS was 

when I was a sophomore and being in 

the pep rally.” 

Lori Anne Burkard 

•National American University, Sioux 

Falls 


do what others tell you to. Be yourself.” 

Carrie Lynn Burns 

•Augustana College, Sioux Falls

“My favorite memories of high school 

are the bonds I made with the teachers 

and students.” 

Marissa Marie Burns 

•Minnesota State University, Mankato 

“My favorite memories of WHS 

would have to be just being in Mr. 

(John) Cocking’s classroom.” 

Ryan Wesley Busse 


Brookings 

“Some favorite memories would be 

homecomings and all the great times 

in my classes” 

Kathryn Anne Buttolph 


“I’d like to tell underclassmen that 

sleep comes before beauty.” 

Ashley Marie Buus 


Brookings 

“My favorite memory was when the 

boys won the state tournament in basketball 

last year.” 

Joelle Gwen Camp 

•Undecided 

“My favorite memory was going to 

Florida for marching band.” 

Courtny Rebecca Carano 

•Alexandria Technical Institute, 

Minnesota 


laugh at least every day and think in a 

positive way.” 

Ruth Comfort Carlson 

Shaun Ross Castro 


Falls 


plan your future ahead of time 

because time flies.” 

Christopher Scott Chambers 

•Undecided 

“I will take with me from WHS all the 

good times with my friends.” 

Megan Marie Chambers 


Brookings 

“Better keep yourself clean and 

bright; you are the window through 

which you must see the world.” 

—George Bernard Shaw 

Jenna Chaplin 

•New York University, New York 

“My favorite memory has been driving 

to WHS right before second period 

and finding the very last parking 

space in Lot One.” 

Cathy Mayging Chau 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen is to live 

your life to the fullest.” 

Jennifer Meylann Chau 



Brookings 

“My favorite memories have been 

hanging out with my friends.” 

Phaly Chheng 

•Work at T.G.I. Friday’s 

“My favorite memory was the Asian 

culture week because Asians had the 

chance to share what they have to 

offer.” 

Sary Chheng 

•Street Hockey National League 


“ Learn to be 

comfortable with 

yourself. The only 

people who will 

judge you are the 

ones who are most 

insecure with 

themselves. 

—Rachel Feinstein ” 

treat others the way you want to be 

treated.” 

Pamela May Chinn 

Maurice Bernard Christion 

•Arizona State University 

“My advice to underclassmen is if 

you’re thinking about picking your 

nose in class, think twice because 

someone is always looking.” 

Dustin Lyle Chistofferson 

•Wyotech Technical Institute, 

Wyoming 


act like someone you’re not.” 

Aleesha Annelle Clyde 

•Western Illinois University 

“My advice to underclassmen is the 

only difference between something 

good and something great is effort.” 

Jody Lynn Coburn 


“My favorite memory is spending a 

whole year of my life out on the practice 

fields drilling for marching band 

in the rain, cold and 90 degree weather.” 

Elizabeth Compson 

•USDSU, Sioux Falls 


who you want to be, not who others 

want you to be.” 

Katrinka Renee Conklin 


“My advice to underclassmen is to get 

involved with all the different high 

school activities.” 

Christina Ann Connary 

•United States Navy 


hold yourself back from new experiences 

or new people.” 

Julian Armanda Contreras 

Spencer Daniel Cook 

•Milwaukee School of Engineering, 

Wisconsin 


worry about the little things in life; 

you won’t remember them. Instead, 

worry about the things that are important 

to you. You will remember them 

forever.” 

Somer Kay Coomes 


Brookings 

“My favorite memories were meeting 

friends, hanging out with friends, 

dances, homecoming week and my 

senior year.” 

Cortney Renee Costello 


Brookings 


participating in choir and running in 

track and cross country.” 

Sarah Diane Crawford 

Melissa Nicole Cressman 


“My favorite memory of WHS is running 

onto the court after winning 

state basketball in 2003.” 

Adam Curtis Cutler 

•College 


have a bowl of sugary Cheerios when 

you’re down in the dumps.” 

Evan Thomas Cutler 

Jennifer Lynn Daggett 

Sisaynesh Sagai Dajane 

Kirsten Anne Dammer 

•Sioux Falls School of Massage 

Therapy and Education Center 

“My best memory of WHS is 

Honorfest and all the pep rallies.” 

Alexander Philip David 

•Pursuing a career in music 


hold grudges against people. Neither 

person will gain.” 

Marisa Mireya Niegemann Deleon 

•Brigham Young University, Utah 


‘Faces of Asia’ week. I tried many 

very interesting foods.” 

Luis Miguel DePaz 

•College in Guatemala 

“My favorite memory at WHS is 

learning English.” 

Amanda Nicole DeSchepper 


“My favorite memory of WHS is all 

the time spent practicing, performing 

and competing with the 

Highsteppers.” 

Michael DeStigter 

•South Dakota School of Mines and 

“ Have fun with 

the time you have, 

you only get one 

chance at high 

school. ” 

—Christopher Hansen 

Technology, Rapid City 


enjoy your time in high school 

because you won’t believe how the 

time flies by.” 

Musa Dibba 

Ousman M. Dibba 

Michaela Ann Doerr 

•United States Air Force 

Jessica LeAnn Donaldson 



your own person and have fun.” 

Shane Craig Drewes 



when someone told me a joke and 

man, I laughed.” 

Amber Ann Duffy 

•Work 

“My advice for underclassmen is don’t 

let anyone put you down. It only 

makes them feel bigger than you.” 

Anne Elizabeth Duncan 


“My advice for underclassmen is 

today’s impossible is tomorrow’s possible.” 

Ashley Marie Dunham 



listen to others; do what you feel in 

your head and heart.” 

Lucas Dean Dunlap 

•EMT Training 

“My favorite memories are of my 

friends that I made here.” 

Adam Michael Dupic 


Brookings 


remember to wear your ID’s. They are 

crucial to your education.” 

Jeremy Michael Dykstra 

•College 

Sarah Elizabeth Eberhard 


Falls 

“My advice to the underclassmen is to 

be who you want to be, not who you 

think you’re supposed to be.” 

Derek Dean Edblom 

•University of California, Berkeley 

“My advice to underclassmen is good 

friends are the key, you don’t need 

drugs and alcohol to have fun.” 

Megan Elizabeth Eide 



true to yourself.” 

Michael Stephen Elliott 



going to state for track and winning 

state boys basketball.” 

Tyler LeRon Ellis 

•Lake Area Technical Institute, 

Watertown 


pass up any opportunities to have a 

blast.” 

Samantha Ann Elston 

Amanda Denise Engel 

Ross Bradley Engelbrecht 

Bryan James Engelhart 


Brookings 


the homecoming talent shows and 

winning State AA Boys Basketball in 

’01 and ’03.” 

Brady Martin Engelhaupt 

•University of Michigan, Ann Arbor 

“My advice for underclassmen is to 

make the best of the time you have. It 

goes by fast.” 

Paige LaRae Erickson 

•Stewarts School of Hair Styling, 

Sioux Falls 


let anyone turn you away from your 

dreams. Have no regrets.” 

Rachel Anne Feinstein 

•Luther College, Iowa 


learn to be comfortable with yourself. 

The only people who will judge you 

based on superficial aspects are the 

ones who are most insecure with 

themselves.” 

Ross William Fenske 


Falls 

“My favorite memory of my senior 

year was going to Germany with 

friends.” 

Michelle Lea Ferrin 


Brookings 


have fun in your high school years, 

they only happen once.” 

Justin William Fielder 


Jeremy James Fink 


Falls 


it up because it only happens once.” 

Elizabeth Eve Fisher 

•Work at Citibank 

“My favorite memory of WHS is all 

the time I hung out with friends.” 

Jessie James Fitzmaurice 

Rebecca Ashley Flint 

•University of Central Florida 


live for the moment. Have no 

regrets.” 

Justin Joe Fodness 


Mark Joseph Fogelman 

Rebecca Susan Forsyth 


Vermillion 


take yourself so seriously. Honestly, if 

someone has a different opinion from 

you, there’s no need to try and alter 

that opinion. Listen to more Ash Ra 

Temple and just go with things. 

Believe it or not, there is life beyond 

high school.” 

Jacob Bradley Foster 

Andrew Scott Frank 

•WyoTech Institute, Wyoming 

“My favorite memory at WHS would 

be making many friends.” 

Elizabeth Christine Franken 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen is that it 

is OK to get good grades.” 

Jarrod Mark Fredericks


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen is to do 

your homework and stay ahead.” 

Joshua L. Freeman 



argue with teachers, they know best.” 

Brett Normandale Fuglsby 



procrastinate, get involved and you’ll 

do fine.” 

LaQueta Shatral Fuller 

Justin Owen Garner 

Kellen Tyler Garrison 


Vermillion 


have fun.” 

Christina Marie Gaspar 

•Undecided 


stay in school because you are almost 

done.” 

Justin John Gaspar 

•College 

“My favorite memories are the ones 

of making friends and experiencing 

new things.” 

Danial Edward Gebhart 

•Work at Burger King 


2004 state basketball championship.” 

Jennifer Anne Geer 

Matthew Jon Geistfeld 

•Southwest Minnesota State 

University 

“My favorite memories are the state 

championships and the celebrations 

that followed.” 

Eric David Genzlinger 


Brookings 

“My advice is to spend your money 

wisely, don’t waste it all on your stupid 

Honda.” 

Todd Alan Genzlinger 



let the man put you down.” 

Justin Wayne Gibson 


Brookings 


just take it easy.” 

Trevor Allen Gluhm 

Kristen Marie Goetsch 



skip school.” 

Meaghan Gordon 


“My favorite memory here at WHS 

was just being a senior.” 

Amy Nikita Gorter 

•Portland State University, Oregon 

“My favorite memories of WHS were 

the state DECA competitions.” 

Desiree Green 

•Work 


think you are better than anyone, it 

won’t get you anywhere.” 

Karmen Jo Gregory 


Brookings 

“My favorite memories are the times 

in Ad-Room when you could just talk 

with friends.” 


Brandon G. Greiner 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen is enjoy 

this time, because you will miss it 

when it’s gone.” 

Jose M. Grijalva 

Kyle J. Grode 

Darrin Michael Gronseth 


Vermillion 

“My favorite memories are winning 

the state basketball tournament freshman 

and junior years.” 

Lisa Rae Guenther 

•Killian Community College, Sioux 

Falls 


take sociology so you can enjoy Mr. 

(Mick) Zerr.” 

Ryan Scott Gulbrandson 


Brookings 


make sure you park in correct parking 

spots, make Mary (Fries) happy.” 

Matthew Ryan Haddican 

•Work 

“My favorite memories of WHS were 

the talent shows.” 

John Harvey Haffner 


Brookings 

Jamey Allen Hage 

Joshua John Haggar 


Brookings 

“Be nice to Mary (Fries), don’t park in 

construction.” 

Nicole Lynn Haiar 


Brookings 

“Don’t care about what other people 

think of you, be yourself.” 

Chandra Halma 

•University of Hawaii, Manoa 

“Be involved in as many activities as 

possible.” 

Paul Andrew Hanisch 

Nathan Allan Hanisch 

Brittany Elizabeth Hanken 


Falls 

“My favorite memories are the football 

games.” 

Christopher David Hansen 

•University of Dubuque, Iowa 


have fun with the time you have, you 

only get one chance at high school. 

Don’t blow it.” 

Garret Michael Hansen 

•Iowa State University, Ames 


stay away from bad crowds and go for 

your dreams.” 

Lacey Rae Hanson 



involved and live each day to the 

fullest.” 

Kimberly Ann Hanten 


Brookings 

“My favorite memories are the dances 

and winning state championships.” 

JaRon Jacob Harris 


Brookings 

“My favorite memories are going to 

all the track meets and other sports 

competitions.” 

Brian Patrick Hasner 



have fun and eat a good breakfast.” 

“ My favorite 

memories are the 

people I have 

met in all the 

extra curricular 

activities. ” 

—Michael Husby 

Samuel Scott Haugen 



take high school seriously, because 

soon enough it will be over and you 

will have to enter the real world.” 

Lindsey Marie Hayzlett 


“I most enjoyed being involved in all 

of the activities at WHS. It has left 

me with many memories.” 

Drew Michael Heaton 

•United States Army 

“I would advise the underclassmen to 

not skip school.” 

David Patrick Heesch 


Brookings 

Amanda Kay Heiberger 

•Work at Culvers 


take school seriously. Don’t put 

things off until the last minute. You 

will pay in the end if you do.” 

Jason Lee Heidinger 

•Undecided 


meeting new people and hanging out 

with friends on weekends.” 

Katrina Marie Heimes 

•Undecided 


hanging out with my friends in the 

morning before school.” 

Kyle Eneboe Helder 


“My advice is to laugh at every opportunity 

because the time between each 

opportunity is too much time.” 

Brandon William Henderson 

•University of Minnesota, Mankato 


further your education because you 

are the future.” 

Joseph Milton Hendrickson 

•Mission work 

“My advice to all underclassmen is 

hand in your homework and there is 

less time on the weekend than you 

think.” 

Justin J. Henning 

•Michigan State University, Lansing 

Tommy Joseph Heuer 



open lunch and auto body at Lincoln 

High School.” 

Matthew Lee Hitchcock 



take school seriously and don’t slack 

off.” 

Kylie Lynn Hoffman 

Kady Marie Hopp 



be unique. Because after high school 

you will have to be yourself and not 

who your best friend has been.” 

Jenny Kaye Horstman 


Brookings 

“My advice is to give everyone the 

same amount of respect, because you 

never know where they’ll be tomorrow.” 

Chad Albert Houtkooper 

•Florida State University 


let seniors or upperclassmen push you 

around.” 

Jennifer Lynn Hove 


Brookings 

“My favorite memory is decorating 

the senior girls’ truck at the homecoming 

football game.” 

Alison Kaye Hudelson 

•Work 

“My favorite memory would have to 

be orchestra class. Even though we 

take the class seriously, we still have 

the time to laugh and still get things 

done.” 

Rebecca Lynn Hurst 



going to Florida with marching band 

my freshman year.” 

Michael David Husby 


Vermillion 

“My favorite memories were all of the 

people I have met in all of the 

extracurricular activities I have participated 

in and the relationships formed 

with those people.” 

Awet Mohammed Hussien 


“I would advise underclassmen to 

hand in their homework on time.” 

Zachary Michael Iddings 

•Colorado State University, Fort 

Collins 


wrestling with all the 2004 seniors for 

the last five years, and of course, 

Coach (Marc) Murren.” 

Michael Douglas Jacobson 


Brookings 


your homework.” 

Rita Renee Jankord 


Brookings 


involved.” 

Dustin Joe Jansick 


Falls 


open lunch my senior year.” 

Mindy Dawn Jaqua 


Vermillion 


Warrior Club.” 

Heather Kristine Jellis 


Brookings 


care what others think of you. You’re 

not here to impress anyone.” 

Lindsey Kae Jensen 


Falls 


follow your peers. Go with your gut 

instinct and do what you think you 

should do.” 

Francis Ijjo John 

Emily Christine Johnson 

•Luther College, Iowa 

Jeffrey Michael Johnson 

•College 


start looking at colleges early, it makes 

life easier.” 

Kristal Angela Johnson 

Miranda Leigh Johnson 

•Black Hills State University, Spearfish 


enjoy the time you have here, it turns 

out four years really can go by fast.” 

Travis Kurt Johnson 

Antoinette Michelle Joyner 

•Colorado Technical Institute, Sioux 

Falls 


Beach Bash and HonorFest.” 

Kayla Nicole Kammerer 


Brookings 


going to Spinsters 2003 with the 

girls.” 

Ashley Anne Kapsch 


Falls 


yourself. If people don’t accept you 

for you, they are not worth your 

time.” 

Harpreet Kaur 


Falls 

“My favorite memories of WHS are at 

homecoming because my friends and 

I would be dancing and doing other 

stuff.” 

Breanna Leigh Kelly 

•University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 

“My favorite memories of WHS 

would have to be decorating the van 

for homecoming events.” 

Alexander Russell Kemp 

Song Kien 

Sarah Ann Kimball 


“Attention underclassmen: can’t stand 

the monotony? Bake cookies for the

pizza feed. Be careful not to burn 

them.” 

Chris Robert Kirkvold 

•Columbia College Hollywood, 

California 

“My advice for the underclassmen is 

make a movie about your life, it will 

last longer than gossip.” 

Nick N. Klimchuk 

Randi Lynn Knutson 

•College 


be yourself and never give up. Don’t 

waste your time trying to be somebody 

you’re not, people will respect 

you more for your individuality.” 

Kenan Fraser Koball 

•College 


don’t go to Perkins, Fry’n Pan is better.” 

Jordan David Kocak 


Brookings 

“My advice for the underclassmen is it 

probably wouldn’t be a good idea to 

drop out.” 

Gregory John Koch 


Brookings 

Dan Lee Kocmick 



enjoy it while it lasts.” 

Kelsey Marie Kollitz 



truly live for the moment—there is no 

time like the present.” 

Elizabeth Ann Koppen 


Brookings 


keep an open mind when in school. 

You never know what or who will 

come along.” 

Brianna Lynne Kruse 

•Arizona State University 


live life without regret.” 

Wes William Kull 


Brookings 

“My favorite memories are of my 

friends.” 

Ryan Thomas Labat 

•Montana State University-Bozeman 

“My favorite memory at WHS include 

being president and representing the 

senior class, going to Florida freshman 

year, winning state basketball and 

the numerous adventures with my 

friends.” 

Brandon Charles Lake 

Jonathan George Lane 



there’s only two rules to life—1. Don’t 

tell everything at once.” 

Christine Marie Lanpher 



of homecoming, special dances andwinning 

state and getting second place 

at GDC in tennis.” 

Elizabeth Lynn Larsen 


Brookings 


just learn to pass, learn to succeed and 

acquire knowledge for your life journey, 

because that’s when it will show.” 


Elizabeth Ann Larson 

Manking Lee 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen is eat 

your vegetables, get eight hours of 

sleep and do your homework on 

time.” 

Shannon Marie LeMaster 

•United States Army Reserves 

“My advice to underclassmen is you 

can have it all. You just can’t have it 

all at once.” 

Ashley Michele Lilleholm 


Vermillion 


to count your wealth in friends.” 

Matthew David Link 

•Colorado State University 

“I would tell underclassman that fortune 

favors the bold, so go big or go 

home.” 

Michelle Renee Locke 


Brookings 

“I’d tell underclassmen that the only 

wrong move they can make is not to 

make one at all.” 

Joshua James Lockwood 

•Ministry work 

“I will always remember being able to 

learn more and being able to apply it 

to my life.” 

Ryan Lyn Loebs 


Falls 

Allissa May Loewenberg 


“My favorite memories would be of 

sophomore year. Every morning my 

friends and I would sit at the 

‘Breakfast Club’ with the senior guys.” 

Brianna Marie Loneman 


Vermillion 

“I would tell underclassmen to just be 

themselves.” 

Jessica Lynn Lopez 


Brookings 

“Underclassmen, don’t be afraid to 

ask teachers for help. It’s what they 

are there for. And, don’t procrastinate.” 

Laura Elisa Lopez 

Nicholas Todd Lowrey 


“I’d tell underclassmen to just stick 

with it. It’ll be over in a few years.” 

Phillip Jon Loy 

•North Dakota State University 

“I’d tell underclassmen to get involved 

in at least one activity. Consider run- 

ning cross country. It’s a good time. 

Two words: Tahoe Hill.” 

Christina Jean Madsen 


Brookings 


get involved and be active. These four 

years help shape us to become who 

we are in the future.” 

Jessica Rose Maras 


Vermillion 

“I will always remember making 

friendships that made me grow and 

getting pumped up for the sporting 

events.” 

Sarah Lynn Marnach 


“My favorite memory was when the 

varsity softball team won the state 

championship in 2002.” 

Greg Marsh 

Will Marsh 


Falls 

“I will always remember playing mat- 

“ Have fun 

while you are 

here, because the 

time flies. ” 

—Samantha Morris 

ball. I went a year without it, and I 

never want to again.” 

Tyler Ugene Marshall 

Elizabeth Leigh Martin 

•Francis Marion University, South 

Carolina 


have fun and enjoy the time here 

while it lasts. Be who you are and people 

will respect you for it.” 

Megan Elaine Matson 

Theodore Craig Mattick 

•Dakota State University, Madison 

“I’d tell underclassmen to make every 

moment you have seem like your last.” 

Justin John Maurice 


Falls 

“I’d remind underclassmen that they 

only have one life to live, so live it 

well.” 

Angela Kay May 

•Stewart School of Hairstyling, Sioux 

Falls 

Joshua Lee Mayer 


“Underclassmen, if you run through 

the halls, learn very quickly to move 

fast and not to stand in someone’s 

way.” 

Sergey P. Mazan 



treasure your moments in high school, 

because it will be over before you 

know it.” 

Melissa Ann McBeth 


Brookings 

“My advice would be to work hard, 

but at the same time have fun because 

the four years of high school go by 

really fast.” 

Patrick James McCann 


Vermillion 

“Underclassmen, remember, it’s just 

high school.” 

Christopher Neil McGinley 


Falls 

“I’d tell underclassmen to make as 

many friends as they can and study 

hard, because it will help you if you 

want to go somewhere.” 

Joshua James McGuire 


“I’ll always remember winning state 

basketball last year.” 

Jessica Leigh McKnight 


Brookings 

“I’d tell underclassmen to never be 

afraid to do or try anything. It is much 

worse to regret something you didn’t 

do than something you did.” 

Lee Douglas Medalen 


Falls 

“Underclassmen, don’t slack off your 

first couple of years.” 

Megan Deawn Melloon 

Courtney Alice Mendelson 


Brookings 

My advice to underclassmen is to just 

keep a good head on your shoulders 

and make the most of high school 

because it’s over before you know it.” 

Luis Alfredo Menendez 


Falls 

“I advise all the students to read and 

study more and to turn in their homework. 

Don’t be like me.” 

Molly Francia Mews 


Falls 

“Underclassmen, don’t forget to have 

fun. Education is important, but so is 

having fun.” 

Andrew Millar 


Brookings 


always strive to do better, never settle 

for being average.” 

Adam Lee Miller 


Vermillion 

“My favorite memories at WHS 

include playing soccer and all of the 

great friends I have met.” 

“ Always wear 

appropriate 

clothing for 

school and the 

weather. ” 

—ElizabethTolzin 

Amanda Lynn Miller 

Jacob Michael Miller 

Joshua Miller 


“I advise underclassmen to not sweat 

the small stuff.” 

Lizabeth Ann Miller 


Falls 

“My advice to underclassmen is pay 

attention and don’t skip.” 

Nelson Miller 


“Underclassmen should join the U.S. 

Army.” 

Eric James Mills 

•Hennepin Technical College, 

Minnesota 


always work hard.” 

Katie Marie Moberly 


“I want underclassmen to know never 

to let others influence their decisions 

and be who you want to be.” 

Philip Mohamed 


Vermillion 

“I advise the underclassmen to study 

and work hard because it pays off in 

the future.” 

Nathan Ray Moneymaker 


Brookings 


meeting new people and my advice is 

stay in school.” 

Oren Thomas Monroe 

•United States Marines 


remember the less you do now, the 

harder your senior year will be.” 

Jared Keith Montgomery 

Dylan Michael Montileaux 


“I advise underclassmen to remember 

your roots.” 

Amber Marie Morgan 

•College 

“My advice is to pass all of your classes 

so you can get out as soon as possible.” 

Emmanuel Mogga Morgan 


Brookings 

“My favorite memories at WHS were 

early release days.” 

Steven Neal Morgan, Jr. 


Vermillion 

“My advice is don’t mess around and 

work hard.” 

Dena Jo Morken

•Technical school 


fall behind and make the best of your 

teenage years.” 

Samantha Jo Morris 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen is have 

fun while you’re here because the time 

flies. 

Andrew Ross Mortenson 


Vermillion 


work hard and be nice. It will reward 

you in the future.” 

Emily Ann Murren 


Brookings 


life to its fullest.” 

Alyssa Carina Nance 



stay involved and take it slow, high 

school goes by way too fast.” 

Karli Lynn Narum 

• South Dakota State University, 

Brookings 

“My favorite memories are decorating 

our senior girls’ truck for homecoming.” 

Erin Nicole Nelson 

Hillary Nicole Nelson 


“My advice is your studies are important 

but make sure you have fun as 

well and join a club—just because. 

Don’t be afraid to let loose and enjoy 

time with friends.” 

Rachael Lynn Nelson 

•Radiology Technologist Program 


cherish yesterday and dream for 

tomorrow.” 

Annie Elizabeth Nesbitt 

•Art school 


the softball roadtrips to Rapid City. 

We always had an awesome time.” 

Kody William Nettles 

•University of Florida 

“My advice to underclassmen is do 

everything you can do, you only live 

once.” 

Kyle Edward Neu 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen is to set 

your goals on something and never 

give up until you reach them.” 

Robby Lynn Newell 

David Both Tang Ngor 



respect yourself, staff and others so 

that you can be respected.” 

Daniel Van Nguyen 

•Iowa State University, Ames 

“My advice for underclassmen is do 

your homework and don’t make people 

mad.” 

Ashley Marie Nieman 

•University of Nebraska- Lincoln 


be afraid to challenge yourselves not 

just academically, but also socially. 

Hang out with people that complement 

your unique qualities rather than 

confining yourself to one group of 

friends.” 

Jessica LeAnn Niemeyer 

•Morningside College, Iowa 


“My advice for underclassmen is 

always stay true to yourself, life is too 

short for lies.” 

Samuel Alden Norberg 


“My advice to underclassmen is drink 

a lot of water.” 

Courtney Nordquist 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen is get 

involved in activities and clubs, meet 

new people. Have fun, it goes by 

faster then you think.” 

Griselda Antonia Nunez 

Brandon Joshua Nygard 


“My favorite memory is playing football 

and winning the state championship 

freshman and junior year for 

basketball.” 

Nick Richard Nyhus 


Falls 

“My favorite memory is varsity 

wrestling, polar plunge and variety 

shows.” 

Mitchel Ryan O’Connor 

•Southwest Minnesota State 

University 

“My favorite memory is going to all 

of the games, and all the state tournaments. 

I will also remember being 

with my friends and playing football 

for the Warriors.” 

Travis Dale Ohlenkamp 



being on the wrestling team and hanging 

out with the team. Mr. (Marc) 

Murren is hilarious.” 

Amelia Maria Olafson 

•Colorado Technical University, Sioux 

Falls 

Ryan Matthew Olivier 


“My favorite memory at WHS is all 

the good times at the state basketball 

tournament.” 

Nathan Allen Olsen 

•College 


freshman year at the homecoming 

variety show, and seeing my friend’s 

band play in it.” 

Levi Eugene Olson 

•South Dakota Air National Guard 

“My advice for underclassmen is do 

your homework and try hard your 

freshman and end of your senior 

year.” 

Matthew Devin Olson 

•University of Nebraska- Lincoln 


not slack off your senior year.” 

Tara Lee Olson 


Falls 

“My advice for underclassmen is try 

to make the best of every situation, it 

will all work out in the end the way it’s 

supposed to.” 

Jamal Samman Omar 


Vermillion 

Jowhar Samman Omar 

Amin Kadir Osman 

Nick Dean Overgard 

•College 


prepare yourselves and don’t become 

lazy.” 

Ambria Nicole Park 

Kyle David Park 


“My favorite memories are the fabulous 

extracurricular trips throughout 

the years.” 

Gena Jenae Parker 

•Undecided 


waste your time worrying. Accept the 

struggles life hands you, but be strong 

enough to overcome them, realizing 

every situation offers an opportunity 

to grow.” 

Jonathan Robert Parsons 



playing football and all of my 

friends.” 

Danielle Erin Paulson 



make all the memories you can and 

work hard now because your senior 

year flies by really fast.” 

Shane Patrick Pedersen 



wear cool clothes, because then people 

will like you and you will be popular.” 

David Lee Pekoske 

•Collins College, Arizona 


look back with regret. You will do 

some stupid things in your life. 

Everything is a lesson.” 

Jonah Michael Peters 

Dustin Michael Peterson 


Alissa Marie Petri 


“My favorite memory at WHS is when 

we won state basketball freshman and 

junior year.” 

Sam Joseph Pfeifle 


Falls 


always tie your shoes, it’s easier to 

walk.” 

John Tay Pho 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen it to 

keep up the good work and don’t give 

up, but at least try to give your good 

effort at it.” 

Melissa Marie Pierson 

Ryan James Pitts 

•Collins University, Arizona 

“My favorite memory was going to 

open lunch with my buddies.” 

Abbey Elizabeth Pitz 

•Work at Hy-Vee 


yourself.” 

Rick Plank 



take summer school.” 

Courtney LeAnn Plooster 


Brookings 

“My favorite memories from WHS are 

going to the sporting events.” 

Ashley Marie Portra 

•University of North Dakota 


all of the good times I had with my 

friends.” 

Miranda C. Pratt 

•Webster University, Missouri 


make sure you do your work and be 

responsible—but have fun at the same 

time.” 

Erica Leigh Pridey 



make the most of every opportunity 

you have and don’t plan your life too 

far ahead because you might close the 

door to some amazing life experiences.” 

Valentina V. Pugach 


Falls 

“Underclassmen, don’t procrastinate.” 

Jessica Jodi Quissell 


Brookings 

“My advice to students is to make the 

most of every experience you have 

here.” 

Levi James Rave 


“My favorite memories of WHS will 

always be the times with Mr. (Marc) 

Murren.” 

Annie Elizabeth Reding 

•Concordia College, Minnesota 

“ Do your 

homework 

and try hard your 

freshman year. ” 

—Levi Olson 


never be afraid to be different, and 

don’t worry about what others think 

about your thoughts and opinions.” 

Ellie Ann Ree 



let anyone stand in the way of your 

dreams—be who you want to be and 

do what you want to do.” 

Aaron Regan Rehm 

•University of Hawaii at Manoa 

“My favorite memory of my senior 

year is road tripping to Rapid City 

with friends for the state basketball 

tourney.” 

Samantha Lynn Reilly 


Brookings 

“My favorite memory at WHS is when 

the softball team won the state tournament 

in 2002.” 

Ryan Thomas Reiter 

•Work at Jiffy Lube 

Tina M. Reiter 

Jeremy James Rieger 



stay in school because school is cool.” 

Drew Christopher Riese 

•Work 


respect the staff to get respect in turn 

and you’ll enjoy WHS a whole lot 

more.” 

Christopher Charles Riley 


Falls 


you can work hard and never win, but 

you can never win without hard 

work.” 

Jessica Lynn Riley 

Nathan James Robertson 



last year’s state basketball tourneys, 

tailgating for hours before the games, 

getting all dressed up and singing ‘We 

are the Champions’ after winning the 

last game on top of our cars.” 

Xiomara Vanessa Rodas 

•Art Institute of California 


take school a little more seriously 

because believe it or not, it’ll help out 

in the future, but don’t forget to slow 

down and have fun.” 

Sophie Marysia Rodriguez 

Kyle David Rogers 



with my friends.” 

Joshua J. Rohrich 

•Iowa Lakes Community College 


work hard and set your standards high 

to be successful.” 

Crystal Ann Rolle 


“My favorite memory was 

Homecoming 2003. I had so much 

fun being an M.C. and watching Kayla 

(Tramp) win homecoming queen. It 

was a blast.” 

Katie Jo Rollinger 


“My advice to underclassmen is nothing 

is consistent except for change.” 

Tasia Renee Ross 

Lindsey Anne Royal 


“My advice to underclassmen is time 

is always passing—don’t let it pass you 

by.” 

Erica Rae Rupp 

Warren Mathew Rupright 

Timothy Patrick Ryan 


Vermillion 


hanging out with my friends and 

American Studies with Mr. (Rick) 

Brommer and Mrs. (Anne) Haaland.”

Kayla Nicole Sandness 

Cody Joseph Sauers 


Falls 

“My advice is to always study your 

physics and don’t be a fool, stay in 

school.” 

Brandon Joseph ScaresHawk 

Carrie Lynn Schafer 


Falls 

“My advice to underclassmen would 

be to get involved in as many things 

as you can during high school.” 

John Robert Schlimgen 



everything out of high school you 

can, it really is the starting point of 

the rest of your life.” 

Rebecca Margaret Schmig 



true to yourself and others.” 

Eryn Elizabeth Schneider 

•College of St. Catherine, Minnesota 

“My advice to underclassmen is search 

without knowing what you are looking 

for—do so diligently that way when 

you find it you know what you were 

looking for all along.” 

Dustin Ernest Schweigert 

•Work 


enjoy your four years. It goes by 

quickly. Live life to the fullest and 

don’t be scared to be daring.” 

Briane Danielle Scott 


Falls 


just being able to grow up with the 

people in my class and watching 

everyone change.” 

Brooke Nicole Scott 

•College 


let things get to you. We’re only 

human.” 

Jeffrey Stuart Sebesta 


take life so seriously, you’ll never get 

out alive.” 

“ Don’t try to 

change your 

personality or 

image to be 

popular. Just be 

yourself and you 

will go a long 

way. ” 

—Chris Westrup 

Kyle J. Seneth 


Falls 


mess around too much. It’s not where 

you go, but how far you go.” 

Dale John Servold 

•Military 


respect all females.” 

Kathryn L. Severson 

•College 



decorating our van for homecoming 

and traveling to Spain with my classmates 

and my advice to underclassmen 

is to learn to distinguish between 

true fulfillment and instant gratification.” 

Rebecca Elise Sewell 



skip school.” 

Luke Matthew Sharp 


Vermillion 


of spending time playing football with 

my friends and of being crowned as 

the homecoming king.” 

Ali Ahmed Sheikh 

•College 


come to school on time and turn in 

your homework on time.” 

Matthew Thomas Sherron 

Justin Michael Simundson 

•United States Naval Academy 


remember that the most important 

opinion is your own.” 

Casie Leigh Sixtoes 

Katie Elizabeth Skrei 


“My favorite WHS memory would 

have to be all of the dance performances 

and competitions we have had 

over the past three years.” 

William Tyler Skrei 



procrastinate.” 

Jennifer Nicole Smith 

“My advice to underclassmen is if you 

love something, set it free. If it 

returns, it’s yours forever. If it doesn’t, 

it was never yours to begin with.” 

Kristina Renee Smith 

•Work 


yourself no matter what you do. You 

will enjoy yourself so much more.” 

Will Zach Smith 

•College 


have the most fun you can and don’t 

waste your high school years.” 

Ashley May Snyder 

Stephen James Songer 


Falls 

“My favorite memory was when my 

friends and I dressed up as Ronald 

McDonald and the Hamburgler for 

the Halloween dance.” 

Ruth Weo Soukkeo 

David Oung Soukthavong 

Derek David Spielmann 

Kevin Carl Sprecher 


“My most memorable time at WHS is 

going to the state basketball tournament 

in 2004.” 

Rachel Sue Stahl 

Aaron Daniel Stanga 


“My message to underclassmen is 

make the best with the time you 

have.” 

“ Study and 

work hard, 

because it pays 

off in the end. ” 

—Hanna Ukbazghi 

Casey Lee Stark 

•Work at Variety Foods 


always try your best.” 

Mikkel Hjertaas Stavig 



toss away things you won’t need in the 

end, but keep what’s important and 

know who’s your friend.” 

Benjamin Clyde Steinwand 

•Concordia University, Minnesota 


orchestra trip that we took to New 

Orleans.” 

Jana Stevens 

Micheal Donnelle Stevens 

•Mesa Community College, Arizona 


your homework, come to school and 

it will be a breeze.” 

Kyle Lee Stormo 


Vermillion 


playing matball in gym classes.” 

Daniel James Straub 

Adam John Stickler 


Brookings 


do drugs.” 

Alena Viktorovna Strizheus 


Falls 


make every moment of your life 

count.” 

Sarah Gabrielle Strunk 


Vermillion 

Nicole Kristine Suess 


Brookings 


keep your head up and think positive, 

but have fun.” 

Mikhail S. Sushchik 

Sergey Anatoliovich Sushchik 


Falls 


have respect, it goes a long way.” 

Alicia Marie Swalley 



involved.” 

Samuel Peter Swenson 


Brookings 

“My favorite memory at WHS was 

Bean Day.” 

Anteneh Wegene Tadesse 


Brookings 


the homecoming pizza feeds.” 

Lindsey Kay Taylor 


“My favorite memory of WHS is winning 

first at state softball my junior 

year.” 

Ronald Dean Taylor 

•Killian Community College, Sioux 

Falls 

“My advice to underclassmen is to go 

to school. It’s cool.” 

Tigist Bezabeh Tefera 

•Community College of Aurora, 

Colorado 

Joseph Wallen Terry 

•Work as a plumber 

Stuart Dean Theel 


Falls 


enjoy the carefree life of high school 

while you still have it.” 

Christopher Michael Thesenvitz 



take it from Joe Dirt, ‘life’s a garden, 

dig it.’” 

Heather Rae Thomas 

Justin D. Thompson 

•Work as a cook 

“I’d like to tell the underclassmen that 

the sky’s the limit.” 

Ryan William Thormodsgard 

Danielle Elizabeth Thuringer 

•Colorado State University, Colorado 

“My advice to the underclassmen is 

not to let your dreams be dreams, 

make them happen.” 

Elizabeth Ann Tolzin 


Brookings 


always wear appropriate clothing for 

school and the weather.” 

Nathan Ryan Townsend 


Falls 


sluff off your freshman and sophomore 

years.” 

Kayla Jean Tramp 

•St. Ambrose University, Iowa 


make the most of all you do. Life is 

not a dress rehearsal.” 

Tyler James Tripp 

Kendra Jo Flan Trites 

•Texas Christian University, Fort 

Worth 


be afraid to succeed. Take the harder 

classes and do well. It pays off in the 

end.” 

Nyamal Biel Tutdeal 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen is that if 

you do your homework, you’ll never 

fail a class.” 

Edward TwoEagles 

Jessica Lynn Ugland 



waste your time worrying about the 

small things.” 

Autumn Leigh Uithoven 


Falls 


respect your teachers and only then 

you will gain respect for yourself.” 

Hanna Melles Ukbazghi 


Brookings 


study and work hard because it pays 

off in the end.” 

Abdul Kader Ussman 


Falls 


keep the school property clean.” 

Olivia Valencia 

Adam James VanBeek 


Falls 


just hang in there. You’ll make it.” 

Mitch Johnson VanDam 


Merisa Ann VanDeMore 



worry, be happy.” 

Trevor Benjamin Vandermaaten 

Aleah Kay VanDusen 

•Work 


all of the great times I had in 

JROTC.” 

Jasmine VandenHeuvel 


Brookings 

”My advice to underclassmen is to not 

take life too seriously or you won’t get 

out alive.” 

Rebecca Sue Vang 

Jenna Marie VanHeerde 

•Undecided 

Jessica Lynn VanHill 



never think nothing can happen to 

you because somewhere, sometime, it

will.” 

Rachael Marie VanNingen 

Elizabeth Ann VanVooren 


Falls 


involved in things and have fun.” 

Irina V. Vasilevska 

Ryan Matthew Velgersdyk 


Brookings 

“I’d like to remind the underclassmen 

that you can accomplish anything if 

you smell good.” 

Kadi VerHey 

•Stewarts School of Cosmetology 

Carly Joan Volk 


Vermillion 


every new beginning comes from 

some other beginning’s end.” 

Aren Michelle Vorvick 


Brookings 

“My advice to underclassmen is not 

to limit yourself in an attempt to fit 

other people’s definitions. Just accept 

yourself for who you are—you’ll ultimately 

be happier that way.” 

Andrew Clayton Wagley 


•College 


learn and love matball.” 

Phillip John Wagner 


“My advice to underclassmen is to set 

the gear shift to the highest gear of 

your soul, you must run like an antelope 

out of control.” 

Joel Robert Wallner 


Brookings 


going to the sporting events.” 

Jerad Matthew Warkenthien 



take JROTC.” 

Kyle Steven Warren 



you will never regret the days which 

you live to the fullest.” 

Calvin Walter Watts 


“Don’t take achievement for granted, 

work hard for your grades.” 

Justin Charles Wehde 


Falls 


going to the state basketball tournament.” 

(Cont. from pg. 1) 

“It will be a fun gathering,” Norberg said. 

“I am excited about the hypnotist and all of 

the prizes.” 

Attendees will be given a t-shirt and a bag 

with a camera and gift card, among other 

things. They will also be given an ID with 

their name and a schedule of events, which 

they will use to access their bag of goodies. 

The party is a lockdown and the only way 

Roshan Elizabeth Wencl 



being in the marching band and going 

to all the basketball and football 

games.” 

Lisa Ann Wentworth 


Brookings 


hanging out with my friends, getting 

to know new people, and going to the 

dances.” 

Anthony Charles Wentzel 



take as many automotive-related classes 

as possible.” 

Chris Eric Westrup 



try and change your personality or 

image to be popular, just be yourself 

and you will go a long way.” 

Nicholas David Whisler 

•College 


always do your best.” 

Heather Ann Whitaker 

•College 


live every day as if it is your last.” 

that a student may leave is if they are picked 

up by a parent. Also, parents of students 

without signed waivers may be called the 

night of the party to come and sign the 

waiver, but those who do not already have or 

do not obtain a parent signature will not be 

allowed into the festivities. 

Senior Class Party chair Mary Hansen 

said everyone should have fun at the event. 

“I think that there is something for 

Joshua Donald Whitcomb 


Brookings 


work hard in your classes.” 

Ryan David Wilde 


photography with Mr. (Matt) 

Schuldt.” 

Garrett William Wilson 



going to Little Caesars every Tuesday 

for open lunch.” 

Andrea Leigh Wingen 

•University of North Dakota 


become hockey fans, because the 

Sioux Falls Stampede rules.” 

Robert Marshal Wood 


“My advice to underclassmen is that a 

few close friends are better then 100 

bad ones.” 

Amber Rose Wulf 

Jaimee Lynn Wylie 

•College 

Raichatou Ann Wylie 


“I’d like to advise the underclassmen 

that life’s most treasured moments 

often come unannounced.” 

Mary N. Yien 

•College 


join track and field.” 

Callie Elizabeth Young 


Brookings 


the 2004 boys state basketball games 

in Rapid City.” 

Colin Matthew Zdenek 


Brookings 

Matthew Christopher Zerfas 


Falls 


going to the state basketball tournaments.” 

Ryan Joseph Zimmerman 


“My advice to underclassmen is 

always try your best and you will succeed.” 

Nicole Marie Zoeller 


Falls 


homecoming my senior year.” 

Seniors spend final moments together at party 

everyone,” Hansen said. “Between the 

games, music, hypnotist and food, everyone 

should have a great time.” 

Senior Lindsey Hayzlett is also eager for 

the Senior Class Party. 

“I am going to try to get as many tickets 

as possible so that I can win a prize,” 

Hayzlett said. “This will also be one of the 

last times that I will be able to hang out with 

my school friends.” 

Published daily by the newspaper 

staff of Washington High School at 

501 N. Sycamore Ave., Sioux Falls, 

SD 57110, telephone (605) 367-4245. 

Circulation is free to the nearly 2,000 

WHS students. The News of 

Washington policy is to report the events and activities of the school, and to provide a public forum for 

student thinking and an opportunity for students, faculty, administration, parents and other readers to 

express their opinions. Editorials represent the opinion of the editorial board. Other material on the editorial 

page represents the opinion of the writer. The content of opinions expressed does not necessarily 

represent the opinion of the entire staff or the administration. The staff encourages signed letters to the 

editor but reserves the right to accept or reject letters and edit them for grammar, space, good taste and/or 

libel. 

Staff: 

Editor-in-chief . . . . .Pat McCann and Robb Schlimgen 

Orange & Black editor . . . . . . .Andy Mortenson 

Design editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ryan Velgersdyk 

Copy editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Justin Gaspar 

Opinion editors . . . . . . .Kady Hopp and Haley Vellinga 

News editorsSamantha Goettsch and Shelah Economo 

Sports editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chris Hansen 

Adviser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jason Lueth 

Reporters: 

Meghan Aguilar, Abe Arshem, Mandy Bell, Mellissa Bentaas, Dzenan Berberovic, Lyndsey Berg, Chris 

Bierle, Chris Burnette, Carrie Burns, Kristen Burns, Charlie Butler, Timothy Corey, Tyler Crissman, 

Amanda DeSchepper, Anne Duncan, Adam Dupic, Ashley Elbers, Bryan Englehart, Becca Forsyth, Josh 

Freeman, Meaghan Gordon, Nicole Haiar, Jacob Harris, Hannah Hitchcock, Sarah Hitchcock, Jenny 

Horstman, Sara Hughes, Zach Jacobson, Ryan Labat, Manking Lee, Kelsey Madson, Mark Magidson, 

Brian Mann, Ben Matchan, Aaron McGuire, Tiffany McQuisten, Mike Merry, Lee Metzger, Aaron Murphy, 

Kyle Neu, Ben Nguyen, Ashley Nieman, Mitch O’Conner, Dylan O’Donnell, Emmylu O’Donnell, Alex 

O’Hara, Alison Parks, Ryan Pitts, Courtney Plooster, Ashley Portra, Alex Quirk, Megan Ranschau, Levi 

Rave, Ellie Ree, Drew Riese, Cody Sauers, Sarah Schott, Jeff Sebesta, Tori Smook, Sam Soholt, Aaron 

Stanga, Chris Stanga, Chelsea Steinborn, Justin Thompson, Noelle Thompson, Danielle Thuringer, Cassie 

Tornow, Josh VanHill, Rudi Vernard, Anne Wiederrich, Josh Whitcomb and Sandra Wipf.

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