Chi-Hi honors nine for science excellence
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Monday, December 29, 2008 10:20 AM CST
For the Herald
The Chippewa Falls Senior High School Science Department is pleased to announce its science students of the month for November.
Freshman Kyle Crocker, the son of Lisa and Brad Crocker, was nominated by his biology teacher Mr. Cloutier.
“Kyle is a force to be reckoned with in biology class,” Cloutier said. “Perfect scores are his norm, along with a strong work ethic, talent for life science, and a genuinely nice personality.”
Kyle would like to attend college after high school but he is unsure which one. He would like to study in the areas of physics, math or science. Some of Kyle’s hobbies and interests include soccer, basketball, playing piano and alto saxophone. He has also been involved with Agnes’ Table and Operation Christmas Child.
Kyle attended Stillson Elementary. He chose Mr. Hanson from Chippewa Falls Middle School as his most influential teacher.
“He was my favorite teacher because he was fun and taught very well,” Kyle said.
Freshman Kevin Bronoske, the son of Roxanne and Randy Bronoske, was nominated by his AP chemistry teacher Mr. Rohde.
“Kevin was top scorer in a recent (difficult) AP chemistry test,” Rohde said. “He was the top student in all four sections of AP chemistry.”
Kevin plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Stout. His anticipated area of study is information technology/computers. He would like to pursue a career working with computers and owning his own business. Some of his hobbies and interests include cars and computers.
Kevin attended Parkview Elementary School. He chose Mr. Heuer from Chippewa Falls Middle School as his most influential teacher.
“He was the first teacher that was actually fun and made school better,” Kevin said.
Sophomore Kendra Bowe, the daughter of Carol and Mark Bowe, was nominated by her Earth science teacher Mr. Loomis.
“Kendra is a very energetic and positive student, she is an easy going student who gets a long well with her classmates, and she is a joy to have in class,” Loomis said.
Kendra would like to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison to play softball. Her anticipated area of study is sports medicine. Some of her hobbies and interests include playing hockey, softball, volleyball, hanging out with friends, going camping, tubing, waterskiing, and occasionally wakeboarding. She has also been involved Agnes’ Table, hanging up Christmas lights, and collecting food for the Salvation Army.
Kendra attended Parkview Elementary. She chose Mrs. Shemberger as her most influential teacher.
“She was just a really good teacher,” Kendra said. “She understood you really well and had a fun way to teach English.”
Sophomore Paul Schaus, the son of Kathryn and Paul Schaus, was nominated by his pre-AP chemistry teacher, Mr. Rohde.
“Paul has distinguished himself on several occasions with the highest score on Pre-chemistry tests,” Rohde said. “He is an excellent and insightful chemistry student.”
Paul would like to attend either University of Wisconsin-Madison or University of Minnesota. His anticipated area of study is something in the medical field. Some of his hobbies and interests include swimming, football, fishing, baseball and hunting.
Paul attended Parkview Elementary School. He chose Mrs. Cook from Chippewa Falls Middle School as his most influential teacher.
“She helped me and still made an impact on me even after I was out of her class,” Paul said.
Junior Calah Rhodes, the daughter of Rose Marie Rhodes, was nominated by her Earth science teacher Mr. Loomis
“Calah is an exceptional student, a great role model for her peers, goes above and beyond what is expected, and a joy to have in class,” Loomis said.
Calah will attend college at Gateway, Mo., the University of Wisconsin-Stout or University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, but is still undecided. She would like to pursue a career as a musician/singer but to also hopes take her academics somewhere, perhaps teaching English or Spanish. Calah believes it is important to work hard and maintain a moral authority, to be a leader in academics and life.
One of her favorite quotes is by Andy Stanley: “I believe it is important to work hard and maintain a moral authority to be a leader worth following.”
Some of her hobbies and interests include spending time at church, with her friends composing music, educating and being educated. She finds etymology fun.
She has also been involved with community service projects in Charlotte, N.C., Nursing Home Ministry through church, a social activist group, operation Christmas Child, Singing in Wisconsin, working in the kitchen at Wisconsin Family Camps.
Calah was home schooled and attended Liberty Christian Elementary School. She has chosen Mrs. Spate from Liberty Christian School as her most influential teacher.
“She not only taught me the principle of how to do your absolute best in everything, but she taught life and cared for every individual she taught,” Calah said.
Junior Ben Urbas, the son of Janet and Mike Urbas, was nominated by his AP biology teacher Mrs. Rubisch.
“Ben is always on task, has superior writing on essays, and superior performance on exams,” Rubisch said.
Ben would like to attend University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire or Stout. His anticipated areas of study are biology and history. Some of Ben’s hobbies and interests include fishing, swim team and computers. He has also done a few things through church.
Ben attended Southview Elementary. He chose Mr. Pfundheller as his most influential teacher.
“He was an interesting teacher who had the gift to make the subject interesting and present it in a fun involving way,” Ben said.
Junior Andrew Strupp, the son of Vicky and James Strupp, was nominated by his Earth science teacher Mr. Loomis.
“Andrew is always on top of his class work, his test are excellent,” Loomis said. “Andrew is an exceptional student and a great roll model for his peers.”
Andrew is considering attending University of Wisconsin-Platteville or Michigan Tech. He is planning on studying in the area of engineering and would like to pursue a career in mechanical engineering and design. Some of his hobbies and interests include football, hunting, fishing and biking. He also volunteers for projects sponsored by the Jim Falls United Methodist Church.
Andrew was home schooled during his elementary years. He chose Mr. Newton from Chippewa Falls Middle School as his most influential teacher.
“I loved his sense of humor and he helped me acclimate into the public schools,” Andrew said.
Senior Molly Haferman, the daughter of Mary and Roger Haferman, was nominated by her human anatomy teacher Mrs. Jenke.
“Molly is an awesome student,” Jenke said. “Her organizational skills are second to none and her work ethic is extremely impressive. Along with her appreciation of education it has resulted in Molly being one of my top achievers in anatomy so far this year. Molly also makes sure to get extra help when a concept is not clear. Her preparedness leads to near perfection on chapter tests and quizzes.”
Molly plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and anticipates studying pharmacy, chemistry or biology. Some of her hobbies and interests include figure skating, dancing and taking pictures. She has also been involved in Girls Scouts, tutoring at Hillcrest, Agnes Table, decorating at Irvine Park and collecting items for the Bolton Refuge House.
Molly attended Hillcrest Elementary. She chose Mr. Crawford from Chippewa Falls Middle School as her most influential teacher.
“He was the first teacher to really get me interested in science,” Mollly said. “He made class fun and always interacted with his students. After his class, I knew I wanted to pursue a science related career.”
Senior Dan Frenette, the son of Becky and Paul Frenette, was nominated by his human anatomy teacher, Mrs. Jenke.
“Dan is an amazing student,” Jenke said. “His work ethic and desire to achieve at a high level far surpasses the average student. He has learned to ask questions and come in for extra help outside of class time to increase his understanding of concepts. I know he puts in a significant amount of time outside the school day to prepare for tests and quizzes. Consequently his work is near perfect in all aspects. Keep up the good work, Dan.”
Dan would like to attend the Chippewa Valley Technical College to pursue a career as a physical therapist assistant. Some of Dan’s hobbies and interests include cross country, hockey, tennis and cycling. He also enjoys skating on Saturdays at the Chippewa Area Ice Arena.
Dan attended both Hillcrest and Stillson Elementary Schools. He chosen Mrs. Bohl from Stillson as his most influential teacher.
“Because she always said I could do whatever I want to if I put my mind to it,” Dan said.
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