WHS Academic All Star List for Fall Semester 2014

The Washougal High School Academic All Stars for first semester were recently announced.   Each semester each department recognizes students from all grade levels who consistently demonstrated the type of qualities and behaviors that attribute to a “top academic performance.”  Students are given an Academic All-Star Certificate and are recognized at grade level assemblies.

Through this recognition, the WHS staff is able to share their appreciation for students who consistently demonstrate skills that potentially contribute to their successes in the classroom.  The following list provides a brief overview of the skills, work habits, and other character traits common among the students recognized:  Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Perseverance, Self Direction, Self Discipline, Oral and Written Communication, Adaptability, Leadership, Collaboration & Teamwork.

AWARD	STUDENT NAME	GRADE
American Sign Language	Madisen Baldwin	12
Anatomy & Physiology	Ellie Schmid	12
Anatomy & Physiology	Kaycee Zieman	12
Anatomy & Physiology	Maddie Gregory	12
AP Calculus	Maddie Gregory	12
AP Government	Adam Krout	12
AP Government	Jacqueline Steffanson	12
AP Physics	Adam Krout	12
Chemistry	Art Boyer	12
CTE - Applied Math	Miranda Lynch	12
CTE - Child Development	Emily Perkins	12
CTE - Computer Apps.	Lena Hunsbedt	12
CTE - FACSE	Beverly Carlson	12
CTE - FACSE	Jolynn Wenick	12
CTE - Intro Drafting	Sam Barnes	12
CTE - Intro Drafting	Art Boyer	12
CTE - Metal Arts	Heather Deulen	12
CTE - Woodworking I	Shad Holsinger	12
Fine Arts - Art	Brittani hauzen	12
Fine Arts - Band	Maddie Gregory	12
Fine Arts - Choir	Savanna Engbrecht	12
Fine Arts - Drama	Sean Larson	12
Marine Biology	Patrick Neill	12
Marine Biology	Karina Miller	12
Medical Terminology	Chelsa Jensen	12
Medical Terminology	Tyler Bancke	12
Physical Education	Art Boyer	12
Physical Education	Beverly Carlson	12
Social Studies	Carly Morris	12
Spanish III	Karina Miller	12
AWARD	STUDENT NAME	GRADE
American Sign Language	Abigail Lawrence	11
Anatomy & Physiology	Courtney Shelley	11
Anatomy & Physiology	Cassie Tran	11
Anatomy & Physiology	Katie Desimone	11
AP U.S. History	Joshua Bischoff	11
AP U.S. History	Taylor Billups	11
Biology	Shondreka Luke	11
Biology	Taylor Billups	11
Chemistry	Wiwin Hartini	11
CTE - Child Development	Dakota Payne	11
CTE - Computer Apps.	DeAundre Summers	11
CTE - Drafting/CAD II	Hunter Blackburn	11
CTE - FACSE	Austin Kleha	11
CTE - FACSE	Evelyn Walcott	11
CTE - Metals III	Lucas Varner	11
CTE - Woodworking I	Evelyn Walcott	11
Fine Arts - Band	Becca Bennett	11
Fine Arts - Choir	Shelbi Langston	11
Fine Arts - Drama	Kailey Dayton	11
German II	Joshua Bischoff	11
German III	Chris Mishler	11
Japanese III	Mitchell Myers	11
Marine Biology	Bailey Hammond	11
Physical Education	Jennifer Wilson	11
Physical Education	Lee Campen	11
PreCalculus	Joshua Bischoff	11
PreCalculus	Aisha Marcos	11
Social Studies	Riley Coffman	11
Social Studies	Aisha Marcos	11
Social Studies	Taylor Brown	11
Spanish I	Wiwin Hartini	11
Spanish II	Taylor Brown	11
Spanish III	Courtney Shelley	11
AWARD	STUDENT NAME	GRADE
Algebra II	Ryan Krout	10
Algebra II	Meghan Jackson	10
American Sign Language	Mialisa Oster	10
Anatomy & Physiology	Luke Toepfer	10
AP World History	Ryan Krout	10
Biology	Hannah Couture	10
Biology	Ryan Perkins	10
Chemistry	Kiersten Parker	10
CTE - Carpentry I	Luis Farias	10
CTE - Carpentry I	Andromeda Kolbe	10
CTE - Computer Apps.	Ryan Krout	10
CTE - Computer Apps.	Matthew Kutchera	10
CTE - Digital Photography	Ashley Lamb	10
CTE - Digital Photography	Kiersten Parker	10
CTE - Drafting	Tanner Braun	10
CTE - FACSE	Audrey Smith	10
CTE - FACSE	Rory Csanky	10
CTE - Metals I	Joseph Allyn	10
CTE - Small Engine Repair	Alex Bancroft	10
English	Brooklynn Bailey	10
English	Meghan Jackson	10
English	Robert Wayper	10
English	Dabrielle Lowman	10
English	Kiersten Parker	10
English	Anna Stanton	10
English	Breanna Rushford	10
English	Hannah Lintala	10
English	Christian Schicker	10
Fine Arts - Art	Ryan Perkins	10
Fine Arts - Band	Robby Wayper	10
Fine Arts - Choir	Laura Dills	10
Fine Arts - Drama	Jocob Dye	10
Honors Biology	Tai Barnett	10
Honors Biology	Anna Stanton	10
Honors Biology	Christian Schicker	10
Japanese II	Lauren Scott	10
Medical Terminology	Maralee Dakolios	10
Medical Terminology	Robert Linde	10
Physical Education	Savannah Metz	10
Social Studies	Meghan Jackson	10
Spanish II	Ryan Krout	10
Spanish II	Miles Roberts	10
Spanish IV	Steven Salazar	10
AWARD	STUDENT NAME	GRADE
Algebra I	Alexis Maniscalco	9
Algebra I	Owen Jenkins	9
American Sign Language	Kimberly Kanning	9
AP World History	Emma Hein	9
Biology	Maggie Hungerford	9
Biology	Anna Sharp	9
Biology	Braelyn Higdon	9
Biology	Jalen Watts	9
Biology	Kaitlyn Eck	9
Biology	Anthony Esse	9
Chemistry	Brendon Moen	9
CTE - Computer Apps.	Levi Collins	9
CTE - Computer Apps.	Emily McNeale	9
CTE - FACSE	Kevin Klackner	9
CTE - FACSE	Kyel Fisher	9
CTE - Intro Drafting	Matthew Norvell	9
CTE - Metal Arts	Giovonie Gallamore	9
English	Jalen Watts	9
English	Katherine Boon	9
English	Andrea Gonzalez	9
English	Alex Wilmoth	9
English	Rebekah Muir	9
English	Rebekah Schilling	9
English	Julianne Ramme	9
Fine Arts - Art	Anna Stanton	9
Fine Arts - Choir	Jessie Larson	9
Fine Arts - Drama	Samantha Eakins	9
Geometry	Braelyn Higdon	9
German I	Jeanine Jones	9
Honors Biology	Marcus Bennett	9
Honors Biology	Phoebe Walker	9
Honors Biology	Emma Hein	9
Honors English	Josh Hight	9
Japanese I	Matthew Norvell	9
Medical Terminology	Jared Davis	9
Physical Education	Alexis Maniscalco	9
Physical Education	Alec Langen	9
Social Studies	Robert Wayper	9
Social Studies	Austin Evans	9
Social Studies	Luke Olson	9
Social Studies	Kyel Fisher	9
Spanish I	Tessa Anderson	9
Spanish I	Andrea Gonzalez	9
Spanish I	Josh Hight	9

Rotary Scholar of the Month for March 2015: Brooke Otto

Brooke Otto was selected as the Camas Washougal Rotary Scholar of the Month for March 2015.  Brooke is a sophomore at Washougal High School and has a GPA of 3.683.  Linda Barnes, CTE teacher, says Brooke is “cheerful, conscientious, and very positive” and adds that she is a “good influence on her peers.”  Her history teacher, Jeff Condon, describes Brooke as “always smiling and kind to her peers.”

Brooke’s Geometry teacher, Karen Wysaske, relates that “Brooke is an exemplary student and well liked by classmates.  She works hard to keep up and do good work in Geometry.”  She further adds that “She works well with her partner and is always cheerful.  She is eager to share and asks great questions. I really enjoy having her in class!”    Brooke is the daughter of Corey and Terri Otto.  Congratulations, Brooke!

Hathaway Fifth Graders Enjoy Lesson in Etiquette

Hathaway Elementary fifth grade girls had the chance to learn and practice good table manners with a special field trip for lunch to Hearth Wood Oven Bistro in Washougal on February 25.  The experience was a part of the Young Women in Action (YWIA) program, sponsored and staffed by the Camas-Washougal Rotary Club.

“The girls were all very excited to participate,” said Meridee Pabst, Rotary’s YWIA coordinator.  “They had fun getting dressed up and practicing what they had learned about restaurant etiquette.”

The lunch began with a silly skit prepared by YWIA adult mentors on what bad manners looks like.  At the table were “Table Manners Menus” that gave the girls tips such as laying your napkin on your lap, bringing bites of food to your mouth and to how to lay your fork and knife in the "finished" position on your plate.  “We wanted to leave the girls with a feeling of confidence that they know what to expect and how to conduct themselves at a nice restaurant,” Pabst explained.  “This was the first time some of them had been in this type of setting.  Sometimes it can be confusing to even know which water glass is yours or how to use a table knife.” Each girl was also supplied a dollar bill to leave as a tip.

The menu, prepared by Hearth owner, David Garcia and served by Will Callaway, included salad, chicken and pasta and bacon wrapped dates for dessert. “David offered the dates for dessert to help the girls expand their palate and try something that they may never have tried before,” Pabst said.  “We are very grateful to David for opening up for us at a time when the restaurant is usually closed.”

"What the Rotary is doing, mentoring these young girls, is really great and I think we will all be better in the future for their efforts.  I was proud to be a part of it," said Garcia.  "I hope the girls had an appreciation of what Hearth is about and how to enjoy a dining experience. They seemed very happy and eager to learn about appropriate behavior based on the environment that one finds themselves in."

“I thought it was a lot of fun to get dressed up and go out with friends that I usually just see at school,” said Hathaway fifth grader, Jocelyn Bowman.  “We got to visit at our table and I learned some things about some of the girls that I had not known.”  Bowman also gained more appreciation for no technology at the table in public.  “It is rude to talk loudly on a cell phone in a restaurant,” she pointed out.  “And besides, you want to talk to friends and family at the table with you.”

As a follow up, the girls convene in small groups to talk about what they enjoyed and learned.  One member takes notes of the discussion and another is chosen to present their thoughts to the entire group.  “This carries on the lessons to working as a team and practicing public speaking,” Pabst said.

YWIA is a free, eight-week program for all Hathaway fifth grade girls that focuses on development of life skills such as friendship, health, hygiene, career, manners, etiquette, and “envision your life” exercises, while being fun and age-appropriate.  “The program also provides them an opportunity to get to know and interact with peers who are not in their circle of friends,” Pabst explained.  “It all fits neatly into the school week on Wednesday afternoons, when school dismisses early.”

Another highly anticipated field trip will be on March 11 to the Manning Academy of Cosmetology to review basic hygiene and personal care and provide each student with a self-esteem boosting hair style makeover.

Other sessions include learning about relationships and trust, money management, careers, nutrition and exercise.  The program ends with a farewell celebration in which the girls practice social skills they have learned, receive a photo of themselves and friends they made during the program, certificates, flowers and cake.  “We hope this program becomes a much-loved part of their Wednesday routine and a fondly remembered part of their final year in elementary school,” Pabst said.

Young Women in Action, and its boys’ counterpart Young Men in Action which begins in April, are always looking for passionate, dedicated volunteers from the community. The programs are paid for by the Camas-Washougal Rotary Club and are made possible with the help of local organizations who make donations, provide special pricing, or facilitate field trips to their businesses. Participation in Rotary is not a requirement to be part of the programs. To get involved, either as a sponsor or mentor please visit http://www.cwrotary.com and click on the YMIA/YWIA link at the top of the page.

Rotary International is a service organization with over 1.2 million members in more than 160 countries. The Camas-Washougal Rotary meets at 7 am on Thursdays at Orchard Hills Golf and Country Club, 605 39th St., Washougal, WA 98671. For more club information visit cwrotary.com.

WHS Wrestlers Win at State 2A Championship

Washougal Panther Wrestlers competed at the Tacoma Dome last weekend to show what they were made of.  Congratulations to: Abby Lees, who took first place and and Zach Oster who finished second.

Also finishing strong for the girls were Yanelli Martinez in fourth place and Jessica Eakins with a seventh place finish. Overall the girl's team took eighth place at State. Congratulations to the entire boys and girls wrestling teams as well as coaches, staff and parents for a great season. Read more about the state 2A championships in the Columbian.

http://www.columbian.com/news/2015/feb/21/tollen-shoulders-state-title/

Rotary Scholar of the Month for February 2015: Rebecca (Millie) Munster

Rebecca (Millie) Munster was selected as the Camas Washougal Rotary Scholar of the Month for January 2015.  Millie is a sophomore at Washougal High School and has a GPA of 3.87.  Jeff Condon, Millie’s AP US History Teacher, shares that “She wants to understand why things happened, how they happened, the impact they had…” and that she “has a strong work ethic that serves her well.”   Geometry Teacher Karen Wysaske adds that “Millie does Geometry well, showing and explaining her thinking.  Her work is neat and clear.  She is dedicated to her success.”

Millie’s Spanish Teacher, Rochelle Aiton, describes her as “an athletic, intelligent and determined student.”  She further says “When she sets her mind to a task she accomplishes it with tenacity.”  Biology Teacher Pauline Rule also sees great characteristics in Millie.  She says “Millie is an outstanding all-around student. Intelligent, hard-working, respectful, polite, and fun!”  She adds that Millie “Enjoys learning and her fine mind is always working ahead...she is the quintessential student who will ask the question that is a segue into the next topic.”  Millie is the daughter of Armando and Natalie Rivas. Congratulations Millie!

Students Ditch Candy and Chips for Healthy Snacks in Sodexo Future Chef Challenge

While healthy eating can be a challenge for kids and parents, elementary school students in Washougal & Camas School Districts will use their creativity and culinary skills to make healthy, after-school snacks in nutrition partner and Quality of Life Services provider Sodexo’s 2015 Future Chefs Challenge. The national initiative, which is in its fifth year, was created to get students thinking about making healthy food choices while also encouraging them to get active and creative in the kitchen. Washougal & Camas School Districts  students are joining over 2,500 other students representing over 1,000 Sodexo-served school sites in 29 states nationally in this fun and educational challenge.

Students from nine elementary schools submitted healthy, after-school snack recipes and the 15 best recipes were selected to participate in the district-wide finals event. Finalists will prepare and present their creations before being assessed on criteria including originality, taste, ease of presentation, kid friendliness and use of healthy ingredients. Washougal & Camas School Districts joins approximately 230 other school districts across the country holding Future Chefs events throughout February and March. The winning student from each participating district will be considered for regional finalist awards, and the selected regional finalists will vie to become one of five national finalists competing for the public’s vote on a special Future Chefs YouTube channel.

Sodexo, a partner in First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move initiative to end childhood obesity, is committed to taking measurable sustainable actions that ensure a brighter future in the areas of health and wellness, environmental stewardship and community development. The Future Chefs program is one of the many ways Sodexo shares its health and well-being expertise with the clients, customers and communities it serves.

The Challenge will take place on Friday March 6, 2015 from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, at Washougal High School, 1201 39th St. Washougal.

Rotary Scholar of the Month for January 2015: Joshua Stout

Joshua Stout was selected as the Camas Washougal Rotary Scholar of the Month for January 2015.  Joshua is a sophomore at Washougal High School and has a GPA of 3.950.  Marcee Salas, Joshua’s English Teacher, describes him as “hard working, polite, and an overall great student.”  Salas further adds that “he always turns in every assignment and is a major contributor to class discussions.”

Brian Eggleston, Joshua’s Spanish Teacher, adds that “Josh has a natural spirit of inquiry that I would love to see in more students; he enjoys learning new concepts and practicing them in speaking, reading, writing, and listening, and he asks thoughtful questions to deepen his skills and knowledge.”  Eggleston notes that “he also works well with any partner I select for him, and brings a consistently positive attitude and strong work ethic that I know others appreciate too.  He stands out as an avid learner with a bright future.”  Eggleston also adds that “I can also tell that his efforts and attitude in class are a mirror of his work outside of the classroom too, where he strives through self-discipline and helping others to become a better person each day.  From what I know of Joshua, I am confident that he richly deserves this award and is an ideal example for other youths to follow in many ways.”

Geometry Teacher Karen Wysaske says “Josh is one of the hardest working students I have ever had.  He perseveres no matter how challenging the problems are.”  In her work with Joshua she has found that “he comes in frequently to check his understanding, ask questions, and to complete work,” and that “he takes his time and meticulously shows his work to demonstrate his understanding in Geometry.”  Joshua is the son of Harley and Sierra Stout.  Congratulations Joshua!