Jeffress makes dean’s list at University of Iowa
Jenna Leigh Jeffress, a liberal arts and sciences student from
Centennial, was named to the dean’s list at the University of
Iowa.
Jacobson named to Beloit College dean’s list
First-year student Logan K. Jacobson, of Centennial, has been
named to the dean’s list at Beloit College for the fall term.
Mou earns art degree at University of Iowa
Na Mou, of Centennial, was awarded a bachelor of arts in art
from the University of Iowa.
Local students earn honors at Creighton Univ.
Centennial students Makenzie Driver, a freshman nursing student;
Rachel Johnson, a senior arts and sciences student; Skyler Hanson,
a junior arts and sciences student; and Olivia Marks, a freshman
arts and sciences student, were named to the fall dean’s list at
Creighton University.
Carlson, Choi on dean’s list at Luther College
Alyse Carlson and Addi Choi, of Centennial, were named to the
fall 2010 dean’s list at Luther College.
Louis makes honor roll at Washington State
Robyn Vanschaik Louis, of Centennial, was named to the
Washington State University’s president’s honor roll for the 2010
fall semester.
Local students earn honors at Drake
Mia Mata, Luke Schafer, Matthew Phillips, Brianna Circle and
William Ducey, of Centennial, earned academic honors at Drake
University.
Vore makes honors list at the Georgia Institute
Spencer Vore, of Centennial, earned the distinction of faculty
honors for fall 2010 at the Georgia Institute of Technology.
Andrew Van Denover makes dean’s list for fall
Andrew Van Denover, the son of Thomas and Nancy Van Denover, of
Centennial, has been named to the dean’s list of Macalester College
for academic achievement during the fall semester of the 2010-11
school year. A graduate of Littleton High School, Van Denover was a
senior at Macalester last fall.
Pinkman excels at Northwestern State U.
Ian David Pinkham, of Centennial, was named to the fall 2010
honors list at Northwestern State University.
Local students make honor roll at Wyoming
Rebecca Sue Baltakis, Kyle Davis Bogner, Phillip David
Bourgeois, Cayleigh Renee Brown, Torey E. Burrows, Kayla L.
Cederstrom, Kayla Marie Goldy, Jonathan Neal Hallowell, Erin L.
Huck, Natalie Rae Jones, Sarah Anne Kautzky, Rachael Elizabeth
Knox, Katherine Hannah Murphy, Alicia M. Niswonger, Seth T.
Orndorff, Lauren M. Pickett and Megan Kelly Switzer, of Centennial,
earned academic honors at the University of Wyoming.
Local students earn spot on Baylor honor list
Rachel N. Beckmann, Louise Herrington school of nursing; Hollis
Danielle Boice, arts and sciences; Brooke Branson Borgias, Hankamer
school of business; Kylie Kyannne Borgias, Hankamer school of
business; Anastasia Danielle Carter, arts and sciences; Kaylanne
Adele Larrabee, arts and sciences; Brittany Lynn Limes, arts and
sciences; Stephen Donald Montellano, Hankamer school of business;
and Stephanie Jane Saathoff, arts and sciences, of Centennial, were
named to the Baylor University dean’s academic honor list for the
2010 fall semester.
Kennedy, Lyons earn honors at Marquette
Katherine Kennedy and Katherine Lyons, of Centennial, have been
named to the dean’s list for the fall 2010 semester at Marquette
University in Milwaukee, Wis. Kennedy is pursuing a bachelor of
science in accounting. Lyons is pursuing a bachelor of science in
biomechanics.
Bruley earns honors at Doane College
Joseph Bruley, of Centennial and a graduate of Eaglecrest High
School, has been named to the Doane College dean’s list for
fall.
Viseur makes dean’s list at Wake Forest University
Miles P. Viseur, of Centennial, was named to the Wake Forest
University dean’s list for fall semester 2010.
Lewis earns a spot on Wartburg’s dean list
Kjerstin Lewis, of Centennial, qualified for the fall term
dean’s list at Wartburg College. Lewis, a sophomore, is the
daughter of Eric and Lisa Lewis.
Junta earns honors at the University of Washington
Anthony Junta, of Centennial, was named to the dean’s list for
the autumn quarter 2010 in the College of Arts and Sciences at the
University of Washington.
Alsina places on provost’s honor roll at Wyoming
Amy Lynn Alsina, of Centennial, was on the 2010 fall semester
provost’s honor roll at the University of Wyoming.
Callahan earns spot on Denison dean’s list
Meghan Callahan, of Centennial, was one of 303 undergraduates
named to Denison University’s fall 2010 semester dean’s list.
Roofing company partners with school district
Jasper Contractors, one of the nation’s fastest-growing roofing
contractors, is now hiring young adults with mild to moderate
disabilities as part of the Cherry Creek School District’s School
to Work Alliance Program.
Cherry Creek School District’s SWAP provides education and
direction to these individuals and helps them to identify a career
path. In its first month working with Jasper, SWAP produced four
qualified candidates — all of whom Jasper hired. Those having
completed SWAP are immediately offered training and opportunities
for company advancement.
For more information about Jasper call 800-610-9403 or visit
www.JasperRoof.com. To
learn more about the Cherry Creek School District’s SWAP visit
www.cherrycreekswap.com.
Carmickle earns honors at Bethel University
Talia Carmickle, daughter of Janelle and Ronald Carmickle, was
named to the dean’s list for academic excellence at Bethel
University, St. Paul, Minn., during the 2010 fall semester.
Carmickle, of Centennial, is majoring in social work.
Kidd, Niemeyer are named to honor roll at Oklahoma
Lauren A. Kidd and Grayson F. Niemeyer, of Centennial, were
named to the University of Oklahoma Norman campus honor roll for
the fall 2010 semester.
Local students make fall honor roll at Kansas U.
Morgan Lynn Anderson, Elizabeth Ellen Bunker, Karina Rai
Garlington, Amy Mariko Muramoto, Jordan Patricia Smith and Whitney
Joan Van Der Kamp, of Centennial, were named to the fall honor roll
at Kansas University.
Swalm named to laureate society at Whitworth
Jocelyn Swalm, of Centennial, has been named to the Whitworth
University Laureate Society for fall semester 2010.
McDougald named to Villanova dean’s list
Lara McDougald, of Centennial, has been named to the dean’s list
for the 2010 fall semester in Villanova University’s College of
Engineering. McDougald is a sophomore.
Browning completes degree at Fort Hays State
Pamela Ann Browning, of Centennial, graduated with a bachelor’s
degree in general studies from Fort Hays State University.
Local students on dean’s list at Nebraska-Lincoln
Sara Breen, Ashley Katherine Mumaugh and Kathryn Marie Painter,
of Centennial, were named to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln
fall 2010 dean’s list/honor roll.
Conley places on dean’s list at Ball State
Meghan Conley, of Centennial, was named to the dean’s list at
Ball State University.
Students make dean’s list at Seattle Pacific Univ.
Lauren Michelle Begun and Hailey Elizabeth Moore, of Centennial,
made the Seattle Pacific University 2010 autumn quarter dean’s
list.
Students named to dean’s list at Azusa Pacific Univ.
Amy E. Lindgren and Joan Brittany Paauw, of Centennial, made the
dean’s list at Azusa Pacific University for the fall semester
2010.
Betthauser earns honors at business college
Lara Betthauser, of Centennial, earned the dean’s citation for
academic excellence in the Monfort College of Business at the
University of Northern Colorado for the 2010 fall semester.
Navarro earns master’s of business degree
Alexander Navarro, of Centennial, received his master of
business administration in healthcare management from Western
Governors University.
Gardens, graphics, dance on docket for spring grants
Students with special needs will use a variety of academic
skills as they plan their gardens, host a plant sale and invite
their parents to a dinner that they’ve coordinated and prepared at
Pine Ridge Elementary School.
That’s just one of the 12 projects made possible with support
from the Cherry Creek Schools Foundation’s Spring Educator
Initiative Grants, which total $10,000.
The Educator Initiative Grants are designed to encourage,
facilitate, recognize and reward innovative approaches used in
teaching students. Funding for the 12 grants came from community
donors, district employee giving and a grant from the Anschutz
Foundation.
At Overland High School, science teachers Jeff Neises and
Christine McClelland applied for a grant to purchase Tasa Graphic
Arts Enhancement Software, for their earth science classes.
Using the software, students can visualize and learn about the
processes within the earth, such as mantle plumes, hotspots and
super-continent cycles. The software offers animation, color photos
and interactive diagrams.
Overland High School received five grants, which will help pave
the way for programs that will be in place when the Institute of
Science and Technology opens on the campus in August.
At Cottonwood Creek Elementary School, students will create a
“We ARE Cottonwood” digital story using Flip video cameras,
microphones and movie creation software.
Teacher and grant winner Melissa Kreider explained that it is a
time of change for 30-year-old Cottonwood Elementary. All this will
be done while increasing the schools writing goals.
Next generation of leaders honored by foundation
Although the 14 high school seniors selected as Leadership for
Tomorrow Honorees are diverse students with varied talents — such
as tennis, architecture, medicine and music — they are all emerging
leaders.
“These students are hard workers with dedication, vision and
passion,” said Cherry Creek Schools Foundation Executive Director
Carolynn Erickson. That is why these students were selected to be
honored at the Cherry Creek Schools Foundation Leadership for
Tomorrow Luncheon on March 17.
Cherry Creek High School
Carly Shira. Carla Shira epitomizes what it means to be a
leader. During her sophomore year she started a club called the
BRUINS Squad. It stands for Becoming Respectful, United,
Insightful, No-hate students. As an extension of the Anti
Defamation League, the club aims to break down barriers that
isolate students. As a member of Student Senate, Shira founded and
heads a committee that raises money for Teachers Across Borders,
Inc., which provides educational opportunities for children in
corrupt and poverty-stricken third-world countries. Shira plays
soccer for both Cherry Creek High School and for Storm Academy
Copa, where she is one of three captains. Outside of school, Shira
volunteers at the Sunrise Assisted Living Center for about six to
eight hours a week. As a youth volunteer leader, she organized the
center’s Alzheimer’s Association Fundraiser.
Matthew Iritani. Matthew Iritani has had a lot of practice being
a leader. He is the student body president at Cherry Creek High
School, and was president of his class for his freshman, sophomore
and junior years. In addition, he is president of the National
Honor Society, Key Club treasurer, and was the junior class swim
team captain.
Outside of school, Iritani actively participates in the Japanese
American Community and calls bingo at this grandfather’s assisted
living center.
Eaglecrest High School
Ashley Lewis. Being a leader is an innate part of Ashley Lewis.
Throughout her life she has felt it was important to serve her
community and to serve as a role model to others. She plans to
continue doing so throughout her life.
“I want to help young girls,” Ashley said. “As a black, Mexican
girl, I feel it’s important to help other young girls through their
struggles and hardships. As long as they keep their goals in mind,
they can achieve what they want to achieve.”
Already Ashley has a long list of her own achievements. She is a
varsity cheerleader at Eaglecrest High School. She’s been cheering
competitively for 14 years. She’s also a member of the Honors
Diploma Program, the National Society of High School Scholars and
the Spanish Honor Society.
But one of the most meaningful experiences she’s had has been
volunteering with the Special Olympic track team. “It was such a
humbling experience and it made me feel like I was really making a
difference.”
Lewis plans to purse a career in acting or public relations.
Connor Bohl. Connor Bohl uses his leadership skills to help lead
Eaglecrest High School as student body president. He is responsible
for supporting activities, programs and initiatives that bring
students together and reach the goals of the school.
In addition, he performs with the school’s top-level choir, the
Madrigals and he’s involved with Boy Scouts of America.
Academically, Connor leads by example with his involvement in
the Honors Diploma program, which provides structure and college
preparedness for high-achieving students. The program also has a
community service component.
One of Connor’s biggest passion’s is playing volleyball. He
plays boys high school volleyball and club volleyball.