Caileigh Widmayer is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Dan and Erin Widmayer, Woodstock. “Caileigh is a committed young […]
Keegan Given is a junior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Lisa and Gregory Given, Wonder Lake. “Keegan is a great tutor. […]
Megan Baker is a junior at Woodstock High School. Mrs. Brainard, the teacher who nominated Megan for Student of the Week, said she is “always willing to help others and […]
Olivia Suarez is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. She is the daughter of Anne and John Suarez, Huntley. “Olivia is a young lady […]
Mikayla Deehring is a junior at Woodstock North High School. She is the daughter of Lauren and Warren Deehring, Woodstock. “Mikayla is a self-driven independent student. […]
Autumn Brown was nominated for Student of the Week by Mrs. Etnyre because, “She is always very friendly to everyone.” Autumn has been on the High Honor Roll […]
Matthew Brzezinski is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. He is the son of John and Linda Brzezinski, Crystal Lake. “Matthew is one of the most […]
David Silver is a senior at Woodstock North High School. He is the son of Louann Owens, Woodstock. “Dave has worked hard at Woodstock North High […]
Emily Garcia-Ortiz Emily Garcia-Ortiz is a sophomore at Woodstock High School. Mrs. Ledanski, the teacher who nominated her, said, “Emily is always prepared for class and volunteers answers especially when […]
Robyn Sorg is a junior at Woodstock North High School. She is the daughter of Tom and Tammy Sorg of Wonder Lake. “Robyn is a very hard-working young […]
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