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Farewell Letter to
Shawnee Seniors To the class of 2017:
Wishing each of you the very best
that life has to offer, remember to
CEREMONY
dream big and never settle, there
are mountains to conqueror and
worlds to explore. In the words
Times & Places
of Dr. Suess: “You have brains in
your head. You have feet in your
shoes. You can steer yourself any
direction you choose. You’re on ASHER
your own. And you know what you know. And YOU Friday, May 12, 2017, 10:00 am
are the one who’ll decide where to go……You’re off
to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is Asher Gymnasium, Asher OK
waiting! So…. Get on your way!! (Dr. Seuss, Oh, The
Places You’ll Go!!)
Dr. April Grace, Superintendent
BETHEL
Farewell Letter to Saturday, May 20, 2017, 10:00 am

Tecumseh Seniors Firelake Arena, Shawnee OK

Dear Seniors,
To the Senior Class of 2017,
Congratulations! You have DALE
reached a milestone in your Thursday, May 18, 2017, 7:30 pm
life that culminates a 14 year
experience. You should be Firelake Arena, Shawnee OK
proud of your accomplishment
and excited for life’s possibilities
that lie ahead. We are proud to
say that Tecumseh Public Schools has played a
part in this journey. Our hope is that you view EARLSBORO
this milestone as only a beginning, one that Friday, May 12, 2017, 7:00 pm
has established a foundation for whatever path
you choose. You now have options which bring Seminole State College, Seminole, OK
with it some excitement for the future. The only
boundaries for life‘s adventures are those that
you place upon yourself. Hall of Fame baseball
player Yogi Berra once said, “When you come to
a fork in the road, take it”. Berra’s famous quotes
MACOMB
were often humorous, sometimes confusing Friday, May 12, 2017, 7:00 pm
but at times provided a hidden meaning for
the reader. In this instance I like to interpret the Macomb ‘Big’ Gym, Macomb, OK
meaning of Yogi’s quote as saying, life is full of
adventures, dare to take on new challenges,
even though you aren’t sure where is may lead
you. Don’t be afraid to explore new opportunities
that offer you pathways to reach your dreams.
MAUD
Your graduation ceremony signifies that you are Friday, May 19, 2017, 7:00 pm
prepared, but understand that there is still much
to learn and a distance to travel. Don’t be afraid
Maud High School Gym, Maud OK
to take the fork in the road, it may lead you on the
next exciting journey of your life.
Again, Congratulations! We are proud of you
and wish you success and happiness in the next
chapter of life.
SHAWNEE
Sincerely, Monday, May 15, 2017, 7:00 pm
Tom Wilsie, Superintendent Firelake Arena, Shawnee OK
Tecumseh Public Schools

TECUMSEH
Wednesday, May 17, 2017, 7:00 pm
Firelake Arena, Shawnee OK

WANETTE
Thursday, May 18, 2017, 7:00 pm
Wanette High School Gym, Wanette, OK

FROM

CITIZEN POTAWATOMI
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You Have The Faith, Ability, And Drive To Be Successful
Dear High School of your educational The quote come from make quick decisions successful in life. They is no limit on what you
Graduates, careers and I hope we Winston Churchill, that could affect your have pushed you over can become. I hope you
It has been a pleasure have supplied you with “Never, never, never career opportunities. time to instill qualities become successful in the
as your Superintendent, the building blocks give up.” No matter how Sometimes you are in you that you have careers you have chosen
seeing you grow and necessary to build your hard your life challenges going to have to come faith, ability, and drive and will come back
develop into our leaders successful careers. become keep fighting out of your shell to see to become successful and tell your stories
of tomorrow. We have Some of you will attend for your dreams. Don’t the challenges you are in your career choice of success to future
had our moments where college, others will allow anyone to keep going to face in life and and become a leader classes at Earlsboro
we both have questioned attend career tech and you down and reach for make a good decision of tomorrow. Look at Public Schools.
if we were ever going to others will join the work the stars. The animal is in the direction you are other graduates from Congratulations on
get to this day, but you force. My only advice the turtle. You need to headed. It might take Earlsboro Public School your accomplishment
have. Earlsboro Schools is summed up by one slow down when making time to achieve where over time and know of graduating from
was just the beginning quote and one animal. decisions in life, don’t you are going, but it is that ther is no limit on Earlsboro Public
worth the time you put what you can become. I Schools an your future
into it. I believe that our never told you school or endeavors.
teachers have educated life would be easy, but Good Luck,
you not only in core I always told you if you Mark Maloy/
courses, but how to be put your mind to it, there Superintendent

Top Seniors To Major In Healthcare

Evan Wyatt Andrew Norton
Earlsboro Valdectorian, Evan
Wyatt Andrew Norton is the
son of Isabella and Michael
Norton.
My biggest challenge in high
school is procrastinating.
I plan to attend Seminole
Back Row (L-R) = Ian Crow, Ashley Peerson, Landon Scott
State College and major in
Middle Row (L-R) = Kobe Smith, Haley Phillips, Lorcen McCarroll, Elizabeth Alexander.
Health Sciences and then
Front Row (L-R) = Kaitelyn Bohannon, Evan Norton, Camber Kelsay
go on and have a successful
Not Pictured = Clay Lankford
career.
The one person who has
inspired me is my fellow
teammate Kobe Smith.
In ten years I see myself as
a pharmacist or a physical
therapist.
Camber Michelle Kelsay
Earlsboro Salutatorian,
Camber Michelle Kelsay is
the daughter of Elton and
Rhonda Kelsay. My dad inspires me because
My biggest challenge in he had two kids in college and
high school has been staying yet still remained focused and
focused and not being graduated with a bachelors.
influenced by others. He taught me that no matter
I plan to attend Seminole whats going on never give up
State College and major in on your dreams.
nursing. In ten years I see myself
I have always been interested working as a pediatric nurse,
in the medical field and I like and maybe take on furthering
helping people. my degree to a doctorate.

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completed the
the first
first step
step toward
toward
your future goals.
your future goals.
Life is about creating yourself.
– George Bernard Shaw
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Top Two Macomb Students Plan To Attend Seminole State
Macomb Valedictorian Marcus Ramsey
I am Marcus Ramsey,
and my parents are Chad
and Kimberly Ramsey.
I have three siblings,
two brothers and one
sister. I have served
as the FFA sentinel,
FFA treasurer, and FFA
secretary during my
years at Macomb High
School. I am receiving
my state FFA degree and
American FFA degree.
I have played football
Macomb Salutatorian Tori Annanders
I am Tori Annanders,
and my parents are
Robert Daniels and
Miranda Kinsey. I
have been active in
basketball and softball
my four year throughout
Macomb High School.
My best memories I
Maud Seniors Should Never To Be Afraid Of Taking Chances
Congratulations to the
Class of 2017. You
The Class of 2017 has
generated Oklahoma
have made it! All of Academic Scholars,
your hard work over graduates with as
the past thirteen and many as eighteen
even fourteen years college hours, and
for some of you, participated at a
has paid off. The highly competitive
academic success level in extracurricular
of each of you is to activities. I am most
be applauded and proud of this class
is a result of your as you have stepped
commitment, as well out of your comfort
as, the support of your zone to achieve many
parents, teachers, and outstanding accolades
principals. and memories.
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since I was in fifth
grade, and I continued
playing all the way
through my senior year.
After high school, I
plan to attend Seminole
State College for two
years for an agricultural
program and then
transfer to Oklahoma
State University in
Stillwater, Oklahoma. I
plan to obtain my degree
in veterinarian medicine.
Left to Right:  Front Tori Annanders, Kaylee Williams, Karina Ramirez, Morgan Bluford, Shanae
Hutto. Back Zacharie Ellis, Deondre Bruce, Johnie Carey, Jade Bluford, Jacob Daniel, Marcus
Ramsey, Robert Worsham
have of Macomb are
the road trips back from KayWill), and Maelee
games and laughing Hancock (MaeMae).
with my friends. I The advice that I would
will miss my friends: give my underclassman
Karina Ramirez (Kari), at Macomb would be,
Katherine Tesalona “Be you, have fun, and
(KatDaddy), Kaylee get ready for college
Williams (KayJo/ early.”
School, many of you
will pursue further
High School Challenges And Future Plans
Brittany Moutaw
opportunities whether Brittany Moutaw is the
it be attending daughter of Shane Arms and
Shirletta Briggs.
college, technical My biggest challenge in high
training, or entering school has been accepting the
fact that one day we will move
the workforce. I on.
challenge each of you After high school I am going
to attend Beauty School in
to never be afraid Shawnee. I want to make a
of taking a chance, career out of what I love to do.
I inspire myself, because if I’m
always be willing to going to spend the rest of my
give your best effort, life doing something, might as
well be something I love.
and never give up In ten years I see myself having
regardless of the my own shop and being happy.
challenge. Devon Reid
Proud to be a Tiger! Devon Reid is the son of
Darrel and Jennifer Reid.
Jerry McCormick My biggest challenge in high
Superintendent school has been organizing my
Maud Public Schools time.
After high school I plan to
attend South Eastern and
major in wild life and fisheries.
I’ve grown up around this. It’s
always been something I’ve
been interested in.
My inspiration comes from my
Gramper he’s been my fishing
and hunting buddy all my life.
He taught me right.
In ten years I see myself
teaching my kids the way my
Gramper taught me.
Venus Rae Bates
Venus Rae Bates is the
daughter of Mike and Desiree
Bates.
My biggest challenge is being
on time.
My plans after high school
are to get a job. Perhaps take
a year off. Audrey Hepburn
inspires me. She was a
powerful activist and actress.
In ten years I see myself with
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I plan on attending
Seminole State College
for two years for my
Associate’s degree
in Nursing and then
transfer to East Central
University to obtain
my Bachelor’s degree.
a nice job, house, and wealthy.
Shanae Maxey
Shanae Maxey is the daughter
of Tonya Mangrum.
I plan to attend Seminole State
College and pursue a degree in
Orthodontics Hygienist. I like
teeth, I am very interested in
teeth and peoples smiles.
My mom has always pushed
me to do my best no matter
how much I wanted to stop.
She is my inspiration.
In ten years I see myself in a
nice house and happy with my
job.
Ryan Bowers
Ryan Bowers is the son of
Glen Bowers and Heather
Miller.
I plan to attend Murray State
or South Eastern.
Lindsey Brooks inspired
me. She said I wouldn’t be
good enough to play college
baseball. I have to proove I can.
In ten years I see myself
fishing on a nice boat.
Britni Bailey
Britni Bailey is the daughter of
Anthony and Sammye Fife.
My biggest challenge in high
school has been making good
grades in all my classes.
After high school I will attend
Seminole State College but
I’m unsure of what I want to
major in.
The one person who inspires
me is my uncle. He has pushed
me to do my best even when I
want to quit.
In ten years I see myself
having a good job and a
nice house with my kids and
husband.
Brittany Gee
Brittany Gee is the daughter of
Phillip and Alicia Gee.
My biggest challenge in
high school has been making
friends.
After high school I plan to
attend Tulsa University and
major in Language Arts.
Writing is what I love to do.
Music inspires me. The
meaning behind the lyrics give
me inspiration to do better.
In ten years I see myself in a
band, saving lives through the
music I make.
Zachary Michael Wood
Zachary Michael Wood is
the son of Michael Wood and
Amy Hicks.
I plan to attend the University
of Arkansas in Fort Smith. I
chose this university because
it is close to home.
I have been inspired by my
youth pastor to further my
education.
In ten years I will be trying to
get my masters in counseling.
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My favorite quote is,
“You’re gonna miss this;
You’re gonna want this
back; You’re gonna wish
these days hadn’t gone
by so fast” written by
Ashley Gorley and Lee
Miller.
Caleb Michael Troxell
Caleb Michael Troxell is the
son of Michelle Watson and
step-dad Chris Watson, and
John Whitfield and step-mom
Alice Whitfield.
My biggest challenge in high
school has been eating school
lunches.
I don’t know yet what my
plans after high school will be.
Tarren Austin Ray Grigg
Tarren Austin Ray Grigg is the
son of David Grigg and Amber
Alyia.
My biggest challenge in high
school has been my grades.
After high school I will be
working hard. I chose this for
the money. My mom is my
inspiration. She works hard to
take care of me.
In ten years I see myself rich
with a family.
Kash Bradley Bodkin
Kash Bradley Bodkin is the
son of Brad and Janis Bodkin.
After high school I plan to
attend South Eastern to pursue
a degree in fisheries and
wildlife. I enjoy fishing.
What one person inspired me?
Andrew Browning coming
back from injury.
In ten years I see myself in a
really big house and fishing
all of the time.
Jacob Garner
Jacob Garner is the son
of Geoff Garner and Suzi
Garner.
My biggest challenge in high
school has been showing up.
After high school I plan to
make pizza at my job.
In ten years I see myself as a
WWE Champion.
Macy Rayann Johnson
Macy Rayann Johnson is the
daughter of Stacy Johnson.
My biggest challenge in high
school has been lunch
After high school I plan to go
to flight attendant school to
become a flight attendant and
to further my modeling career
in LA.
I chose this because I want
to follow my dream to be a
model and I want to travel the
world so becoming a flight
attendant is perfect.
My dad use to work on
places, so he inspired me. My
grandpa, and grandma, aunt
have all pushed me to follow
my dream as a model.
In ten years I will hopefully
be signed with a big company
in Los Angeles and still
traveling the world as a flight
attendant.
James C. Howard
James C. Howard is the son of
Julie Howard
In ten years I see myself
playing in a band.
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Co-Valedictorians and Salutatorian Will
Take The Lead At Graduation May 17
Valedictorian
Courtney Marie Kosemund
Two valedictorians and
one salutatorian will lead the
Class of 2017 in graduation
ceremonies at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, May 17, at
FireLake Arena. Baccalaureate
services will be Sunday, May
14, at 4 p.m. at Sharon Baptist
Church.
Courtney Marie Kosemund,
daughter of Sylene Bickers,
will graduate with a 4.3 grade
point average. She has been
in the National Honor Society
three years, Oklahoma Honor
Society four years; on the
President’s Honor Roll four
years; and in the THS Band
four years.
She has also been in the THS
Choir four years; District Choir
three years; THS Academic
Team four years; STEM Annual
Conference three years; Hugh
O’Brien Youth Leadership
representative, sophomore
year; THS Leadership and
Communications, junior year;
STEM Scholar of the Year
2017; Redeemer Lutheran
Church Sound Team two years;
Junior Counselor at Oklahoma
Hemophilia Foundation Camp
Independence.
She has been awarded the
Horatio Alger Scholarship of
$10,000. She plans to earn a
Master’s Degree in Physics
from St. Gregory’s University
and Oklahoma Baptist
University.
Co-valedictorian Sierra
Dawn Humphrey, the daughter
of Brad and Shannon
Humphrey, has a grade point
average of 4.32. She was a
four-year starter for the Varsity
Fast Pitch Softball team (2015
& 2016 State Runners-up);
had four State Tournament
appearances in Fast Pitch; All-
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Balance, A Common Challenge Among Students
Caitlin Marlee Bingham Carly Rae Scallorn Courtney Marie Kosemund Erin Ashley Harris Franki Hull Katie Brooke Logsdon Kristen Still Dougan Sierra Humphrey
Caitlin Marlee Bingham Carly Rae Scallorn been balancing school work, extra curricular activities and challenge. curriculars. Community College and obtain University on a softball and
Caitlin Marlee Bingham is the Carly Rae Scallorn is the extracurricular activities, and schoolwork. After high school I plan to play After high school I plan to attend an Associates in Biology. academic scholarship.
daughter of Perry and Lauren daughter of Jake and Cathy friends while finding some time After high school I plan to attend softball at Seminole State then Oklahoma State University and I chose this because I am I chose this because I wanted to
Bingham. Scallorn. for sleep. the University of Tulsa and continue my education at East major in Elementary Education interested in medicine and be the first person in my family
My biggest challenge in My biggest challenge has After high school I plan to ttend major in Exercise and Sports Central University to major in with a minor in Agricultural biology. to get a higher education. I’m
Valedictorian Salutatorian high school would have to been balancing sports and my St. Gregories University for a Science. Biology. Communications. I have been inspired by all of also not ready to give up playing
Sierra Dawn Humphrey Caitlin Marlee Bingham be keeping my motivation classes. Bachelor’s Degree in Science I chose this to help me pursue I want to be a Nurse Practitioner I have wanted to be a teacher my science teachers, especially softball, so I decided to do both
and studying habits at an all After high school I will attend and Mathematics. my goal of becoming a because what better way to since I was a little girl. While Robin Haworth and having after high school.
time high. I plan to attend Seminole State College on a I chose this because I excel cardiovascular perfusionist. impact lives of others than being involved in FFA, I found a spinal muscular atrophy type II. It’s hard to choose just one
Conference four years; 2015 served as the Class of 2017 Wichita State University where softball scholarship and major in in those areas, and they will My mom is the person who saving them. love for agriculture. In ten years i see myself person who has inspired
Defensive Player of the Year; representative for two years I will major in Biomedical Health Science. prepare me for many career inspires me everyday to be my My grandparents inspire me My older sister, Kinsey has finishing my PH.D and me, but my mom and dad
Fast Pitch All State First Team; and currently serves as the Engineering. I chose this major I chose to go to Seminole State choices. absolute best because she has because I love to make them always inspired me while becoming a doctor of some sort. have always encouraged
and Fast Pitch Little All-City Student Council Reporter. She because it will give me an to play softball so I could pursue God inspires me everyday shown me unconditional love proud! They are the only people growing up. She got me me to be the best version of
Team. is a member of BPA. advantage in the research side my passion while furthering my through friends and family to be and support throughout my life I know that read the Newspaper involved in many school Sierra Humphrey myself, so they will always be
She was in Beta Club She is a member of the of medicine. education. the very best I can become. which has allowed me to pursue with scissors. (They cut out activities and has always been Sierra Humphrey is the special to me. I’ve also had
three years; Student Council Safe and Healthy Schools My mom has always inspired My parents have always Ten years holds additions to and reach all of my goals. every article with my name in my biggest role model. daughter of Brad and Shannon some wonderful teachers at
four years; Senior Class Committee, has been a me to achieve my goals and to inspired me because they have the family in many ways and In 10 years I see myself working it). In ten years I see myself In ten years I see myself Humphrey. Tecumseh High School who
Representative; National member of the FFA for five years never sell myself short for what always pushed me to do my a strong career to provide for as a perfusionist somewhere in coaching a little league softball working as an elementary My biggest challenge in high have taught me to keep learning
Honor Society two years; 2015 qualifying for the state speech I can accomplish. best in everything I do. them. the state and hopefully giving team in my scrubs. education teacher. school has been learning what every day, and I believe that is
In ten years I see myself In ten years I see myself back to my community. kind of person I am and what the most valuable lesson.
& 2016 Masonic Lodge Student contest, received several local graduating from medical working as a pediatric radiation Erin Ashley Harris Katie Brooke Logsdon Kristen Still Dougan kind of person I want to be. Ten years from now I will be
of Today; 2014 & 2015 Regional proficiency awards, and is a school in pursuit of becoming a therapist and enjoying life. Erin Ashley Harris is the Franki Hull Katie Brooke Logsdon is the Kristen Still Dougan is the It’s taken some time but I can finishing medical school and
STEM Scholar; 2016 STEM recipient of the 2017 State pediatric oncologist. daughter of Melvin and Dana Franki Hull is the daughter of daughter of Billy and Cindy daughter of Tiffany Dougan. honestly say that I’ve learned finding an area to start my
Scholar of the Year; Oklahoma FFA Degree. She received her Courtney Marie Kosemund Harris. Larry and Charli Hull. Logsdon. My biggest challenge was how to be the best person I can career.
and President’s Honor Roll four Academic letterman jacket in Courtney Marie Kosemund is My biggest challenge in high Time management between My biggest challenge would keeping A’s in all of my AP be.
years; Link Crew Member two 2016, has been a member of the daughter of Sylene Bickers. school has been finding sports, friends, and club have to be finding a balance classes. After gruaduation I After high school I plan on
years; Academic Letter Jacket the presidents honor roll for My biggest challenge has an even balance between activities has been my biggest between school and extra plan to attend Seminole State attending Houston Baptist
Recipient. four years and a member of
She has been awarded the the Oklahoma Honor Society Plan With The End In Mind And Work Backward From There,
Houston Baptist University for four years as well. Congratulations ck Congratulations
Founder’s Academic Caitlin received a five-year
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stay focused on where you
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majoring in biochemistry and will be majoring in biomedical
molecular biology in the pre- engineering with an intent of Highland Church Jordan Tecumseh Board
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You have worked hard for knowledge and skills to have a distinct advantage I just want to say that I
med program. Sierra plans attending medical school to of Christ Contractors of Education
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witness you enter THS as to be when you reach the know that you will continue
Bingham, daughter of Perry
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May all your
Congratulations Congratulations Seniors 2017 young, wide-eyed and a latter years of your life. Most to strive to be the kind of
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and Lauren Bingham She has
WAY
little bit scared freshmen of us, on the other hand, adult that THS will be proud
a grade point average of 4.23. rides be 4 years ago to soon to be are basically entrenched on of. And oh, by the way, I
She was a four year varsity smooth! our path and/or destination. know you will ALWAYS be a
starter for the Lady Savage Katelyn exiting as wonderful young
men and women. Watching Whether that destination Tecumseh Savage at heart.
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We are so proud the most rewarding parts of It is my hope that you take but the best as we say
year, 2015 MVP, 2014 and
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Dear Bethel High
School Class of 2017,
You are about to begin
a new chapter in your
lives. The world will
start to perceive you as
grown and the people
who raised you will
have a hard time with
that. Many of you will
go to college, some
to technical school
Bethel and some right to
work. This will create
High a separation from your
classmates that will be
School a new experience. It
will force you to grow
Senior in new ways. Know
that Bethel Schools
Class will always be the tie
that binds you. We
will always be here to
support you in your
Bethel’s Top Five Share Future Plans future choices and
endeavors. We will be
expecting great things
from you.
There are so many
wonderful experiences
awaiting you. Enjoy
your newfound
responsibility in this
world as you step off
into the exploration of
unknown places. New
experiences will be an
opportunity to continue
a life-long learning
process that began in
Bethel Schools. This
is my wish for you.
You have only begun
to learn. This ever-
changing world we live
in will teach you much
in life, some of which
will be difficult and
much of which will be
wonderful. Strive for
the wonderful, reach
for the stars and be
the person you would
want for a friend.
In my short tenure
at Bethel I have
quickly realized the
important role our
school plays in this
community and the
lives of our students
past and present. You
are blessed to have
been a part of that.
To quote Dr. Seuss
“Congratulations!
Today is your day.
You’re off to Great
Places! You’re off and
away!”
Sincerely,
Tod Harrison,
Superintendent
Bethel Public Schools

Kaci Deeann Black Evelyn Aline Rumbo Alex Tucker

Kaci Deeann Black is the Evelyn Aline Rumbo is the Alex Tucker is the son of
daughter of Allen and Dava daughter of Leah and Billy Wayne and Stephanie
Black. Rumbo.
My biggest challenge in high Tucker.
My biggest challenge in
high school? I procrastinate school has been managing My biggest challenge in
most of my homework, my time efficiently. I always high school has probably
but I have gradually gotten overload my schedule way been finding a balance
better about starting my too much and don’t have between work and school.
assignments earlier. time for anything else.
I plan to attend the I struggled finding the right
I plan to attend
Northeastern State University of Oregon and amount of hours to pay for
University to pursue major in marine biology. my car insurance while also
something in the medical field. I want to major in I have always loved nature and animals. After taking leaving sufficient time for school work.
something medical so I can go on medical mission trips zoology my sophomore year, I knew I wanted to move My plan after high school is to attend Rose State
in the future. to the coast and study marine life.
I have struggled with severe mental illness in my past. College and receive my associate’s degree in digital
My parents inspire me every day because they are hard
working, loving parents, who have gone above and After recovery, I wanted to do something I know I will forensics, and then attend UCO for my bachelor’s
beyond to provide me with an amazing life. love while inspiring other people struggling. degree. I chose this because I’ve always been
In ten years I see myself having lots of kids and being Hopefully (in ten years), I’ll be out of college (with my interested in computers and technology in general, and
extremely happy! degree) and I’ll have a stable job studying marine life. I also like helping people, so this gives me the chance
I hope to travel along coast lines studying different
habitats. to do the two things I love most.
Kaity Sharp The passing of my great grandma inspires me the most
Katy Sharp is the daughter because after she passed it made me want to excel at
of Jason and Debby Sharp. Katie Swafford
My biggest challenge in Katie Swafford is the everything I did. I know she is watching over me, and
high school has been daughter of Pat and Kristy I want to impress her everyday, and I not only want to
properly managing my time Swafford. reach success, but I want to surpass it and achieve
between school, friends My biggest challenge in
high school has been more than success.
and other extracurricular In 10 years I will hopefully be working at the FBI, CIA,
activities. managing my time
I will be attending USO between school work and ect. and settling down to possible start a family in the
and major in nursing. I extracurricular activities. next few years to follow.
have always wanted to do I will be attending Oklahoma
something in the math and science area. Plus, I love to Christian University and
help others so nursing seemed like the perfect match. major in biology. I am
My mom has inspired me to never give up. She has hoping to become a dental
hygienist. I think I will really enjoy living and going to
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Shawnee Seniors Leave With Memories To Last Forever
To the class of 2017:
It’s hard to believe this time has come. The
Class of 2017 will always be special to me. Four
years ago you were all freshman and it was my first
year as a principal. We were all just walking the
halls trying not to mess up; but at the same time
trying to make a good impression on those around
us. Now you all are seniors. These four years have
gone by fast, as time usually does. But as you go
off into the world, don’t ever forget your time at
Shawnee High School; because the memories you
have made here will last forever.
Nick Cowan,
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Top to Bottom Top to Bottom (left to right) Top to Bottom (left to right) Top to Bottom
Kaeley Mastin, Colby Chamblin, Laura Blankenship, Dawson Jones, Dacey Hutcheson, Mackenzie Camp,
Madelyn Alldredge, Brenna Grein, Jake Seawright Lillian Bryant, Parker Stewart Brittley Dean
Emily Palinkas Mackenzie Webb Meera Chandra

Brenna Grein
Brenna Grein is the
daughter of Scott and
Kendal Grein.
The biggest challenge
in high school for me
has been balancing Dacey Hutcheson
everything. Between Dacey Hutcheson is the
school, a job, athletics, daughter of Gena and
and church I’ve been David Hutcheson.
pretty busy. Chemistry has by
After high school I plan far been my biggest Meera Chandra
to attend the University challenge in high school. Jake Seawright McKenzie Webb Lillian Bryant Meera Chandra is the
of Central Oklahoma But with that challenge I Jake Seawright is the McKenzie Webb is the Lillian Bryant is the daughter of Charv and
to double major in found my calling. son of Jim and Elaine daughter of Kristie and daughter of Melissa Pete Chandra.
chemistry and forensic I plan to attend McBee. Cregg Webb Bryant. My biggest challenge in
science. Oklahoma State My biggest challenge in My biggest challenge in In high school, my high school has been
I never really knew what University to major in high school has been AP high school was pre-AP biggest challenge has surviving AP Chemistry.
I wanted to do until I biochemistry with an Chem. chemistry. It was a very been Mrs. Shirley’s I plan to attend the
took pre-AP chemistry option of pre-vet. After graduation I plan to hard class that required chemistry class. University of Oklahoma
with Ms. Shorley. I Oklahoma State’s animal attend USO and major quite a bit of studying. I plan to attend and major in biology. I
always knew I wanted science department is in business. This is a I plan to attend OU Oklahoma State chose this because I’m
to something that would regarded as one of the versatile degree. and major in pre-law or University and major not too sure what I want
help others. Being a top research institutions. The person who has political science. I chose in architectural design to do yet, but I would like
forensic scientist will My Papa Fred has always inspired me is Ms. law because I want to and minor in business. I to go into the medical
allow me to do what I been my inspiration. He Shirley. She is a very be a defense attorney chose this because my field.
love while helping others. is the greatest example good teacher and always and help people defend dad built beautiful homes My mom inspires me to
My mom is my biggest of what hard work and willing to help. themselves. around the Shawnee want to be the best I can
inspiration, as cliché perserverance can In ten years I see myself My dad has been my area and design has be.
as it sounds. Depsite accomplish. graduated from college biggest inspiration. I want always been a big In ten years I will
everything she and In ten years I see and living a happy life. to be a defense lawyer interest of mine, so I plan probably still be in
my family have been myself opening my own because of him. He cares to put them together. school.
through, she remains chiropractic practice, about his clients and is a My Ap Calc teacher, Mrs.
strong and has always specializing in human genuine person. Rice, has really inspired
been there for me. and animal chiropractic Hopefully, in ten years, me over the years
Hopefully, in ten years research. I will be a successful because of her love of
I will be working as a attorney or lobbyist in math and her students.
forensic scientist for the California. She has really helped
Oklahoma Bureau of me make my decision to
Investigations. continue in math.
In ten years I hope to
have graduated college
and be working to
open my own business,
continuing my dad’s Creed O’Connor
legacy building custom Humphrey
Laura Blankenship homes. Creed O’Connor
Laura Blankenship is the Humphrey is the son
daughter of Troy and of Chad and Melissa
Cheryl Blankenship. Humphrey.
My biggest challenge Creed graduated in
Dawson Jones has been adjusting to the December and is
Dawson Jones is the American life and school currently attending
Madelyn Taylor Mackenzie Jo Camp Oklahoma University on
Alldredge son of Dennis and Kim system. I grew up in Mackenzie Jo Camp is
Jones. Cardiff, Wales and focus a full football scholarship.
Madelyn Alldredge is the the daughter of Brian and Creed is majoring in
daughter of Jason and My biggest challenge in on time commitment and Jolynne Camp.
high school has been extra-curricular activities business and finance.
Polly Alldredge. My biggest challenge in
My biggest challenge in making good grades is much bigger here. high school has been AP
high school has been while playing sports. I plan to attend Drury chemistry.
finding the time to take I plan to attend University in Springfield, After high school I plan
in every great experience Oklahoma Baptist MO studying music to go to Oklahoma
an opportunity. University. I am therapy. Baptist University and Parker Scott Stewart
I will be attending undecided on a major. I really felt comfortable I am exploring many Parker Scott Stewart
Oklahoma State I chose to attend OBU at Drury. It’s a smaller possible career paths. I is the son of Scott and
University and will be because I was given the college and I really love chose to go into college Robyn Stewart.
majoring in fashion opportunity to play golf the community there. undecided because I My biggest challenge in
merchandising. I love there. Music therapy combines don’t want to get into high school has been
fashion and want to My dad inspired me my skills and passions in a field and end up not balancing school, sports,
pursue a career in through his hard work the areas of music and liking it. and social life has been
something that I am every day. science and allows me to Ms. Shirley has inspired my biggest challenge.
passionate about. In ten years I see myself interact with clients who I me in many ways but After high school I plan to Nick Sitter
Traveling to amazing with a good job and a can help. primarily in the way that attend Oklahoma State Nick Sitter is the son of
places around America family. My older brother greatly she helped e to see University and Major in Marlys and David Sitter.
has inspired me to inspires me. He has myself how I am, not just Pre-Medicine. I grew My biggest challenge in
pursue an exciting life a master’s degree in look at all my flaws and up around medicine high school has probably
and to follow my dreams. chemistry, but he is mistakes. She helped me and have always been been studying and doing
In ten years I see myself currently traveling the to see myself clearly. interested in the field. well on tests.
as a buyer for a large world. He inspires In ten years I hope to One person, thing or I plan to attend
fashion company. me because of his be overseas with my event that inspired you: Oklahoma Baptist
adventurous and fearless husband on mission trips Kossi Kodoe has inspired University and major in
spirit, his eagerness to with maybe some kids. me by succeeding in biology. I would like to
listen and his kind heart. everything he does. work in health care.
In ten years I see myself Where do you see My inspiration comes
practicing as a music yourself in ten years? In from my parents because
therapist in a mental 10 years, I hope to be of their strong work ethic
health, substance abuse successful, and coaching and desire to succeed.
of correctional setting a little league basketball In ten years I will still be
while also performing on team that is the best the in college or working in a
Kaeley Brooke Mastin flute and/or piano. world has ever seen. hospital.
Kaeley Mastin is the
daughter of Terri and
Ford Mastin.
Finding a way to balance
all of my activities was a
very bit challenge for me, Brittley Dean
Emily Eileen Palinkas but I think I’ve mostly got Shawnee senior Brittley
Emily Palinkas is the it down! Dean is the daughter of
daughter of Nancy Next year I plan to Justin Dean and Lacy
Palinkas. attend Oklahoma Baptist and Geoffrey McClain.
My biggest challenge in University and double My biggest challenge in
high school has been
juggling fifty-million
things, like work, school,
major in early education
and cultural ministries. I
Colby Ryan Chamblin
Colby Chamblin is the
son of Jeff and Kathy
high school has been
maintaining a 4.0 GPA.
I plan to go to Oklahoma
CONGRATULATIONS
want to have a job that
Baptist University and
sports and a social life.
I plan to attend UCO.
I enjoy dealing with
makes a difference in the
world. There is no better
job than to be a part of
Chamblin.
Track has been my
biggest challenge in high
major in marriage and
family counseling. I feel
TO THE
numbers and logic so school. that I am called to rebuild
I’ve chosen to major in
finance.
molding young peoples
education.
I have always been
I will be attending
Oklahoma State
broken families. OBU
is the perfect place to CLASS OF 2017
My mom inspires inspired by the passion University and majoring achieve my goals and
me. She is the most and stamina I have seen in architectural and/or grow my faith.
independent person I
know.
In ten years I see myself
displayed by my friend
and teacher Brandy
Rondi.
mechanical engineering.
I chose engineering
because it sound fun.
My mom has always
inspired me to take life as
it comes and make God
Shawnee Board
of Education
holding a strong career In ten years I’d like to be The one person who has the center of my life.
in whatever I choose to teaching for a mission inspired me is Mrs. Rice. In ten years I hope to be
do and maybe starting a program. In ten years I see myself traveling with my family.
family. ten years older!

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Alton Rayburn
My biggest challenge in
high school has been
getting enough sleep.
I will attend the University
of Oklahoma, majoring
in chemistry. I plan to
be a doctor so pre-
med curriculum, I chose
chemistry of all the pre-
meds because I enjoy
chemistry and would like
to know more about it.
My father is my inspiration. He has given me my
morals and values, pushing me to be the best I can Logan Sierra
be. Makayla Blassingame
Blankenship Makayla Blassingame is
In ten years I see myself still in college. Becoming a Logan Blankenship is the
doctor takes a very long time. the daughter of Tony and
daughter of Sherry and Shelly Blassingame.
Alan Blankenshp. My biggest challenge in
Kassie Lynn Batt My biggest challenge in high school was balancing
Kassie Batt is the daughter high school has been my time with school, extra
of Debra nnd Roger Batt. deciding what future curriculars and friend/
My biggest challenge has career I want. family time.
been managing myself so I plan to attend Seminole I plan to attend Oklahoma
I don’t become my own State College and major in Baptist University and
set-back. Business. I want to further major in Nursing. I
I plan to attend ECU my education and ensure received my CAN during
and major in mass a successful for myself. my junior year and just fell in love with the medical
communications. Movies My mother has been my inspiration. She makes me field.
and TV have always been want to have a secure future so that I can ensure that I would say my hardworking parents have inspired me
a large aspect of my life any future family I may have is safe and happy. because they have always pushed me to be the best
and I want to be a part of In ten years I see myself with a job I love and a house I can be.
that. that I would be proud to call my own. Hopefully in ten years I am working in the hospital as
My inspiration has been superheroes as they have
a Nurse Practitioner and have started a family of my
their own struggles but always try to do what they
own.
think is right for the world.
Rachel Myra Dockrey
In ten years I seem myself with a stable job, a place of Sarah Ireland
my own and owning five rats. Rachel Dockrey is the Thompson
daughter of Luke and Sarah Thompson is the
Angela Dockrey. daughter of Holly and Jack
Mariah Lee Carter
My biggest challenge Thompson.
Mariah Carter is the
daughter of Lance and throughout high school My biggest challenge so
Karla Carter. has been managing my far has been balancing
My biggest challenge in time between academics, AP classes and extra-
high school has been extracurricular activities curricular.
maintaining a balance and a social life. I plan to attend Oklahoma
between my concurrent After high school, I plan City University to pursue a
college classes and my degree in music education.
to attend Oklahoma State
high school classes as well Both music and the
University and major in community that comes with it have made me not
as a social life. agricultural business with a pre-law option. I chose
I plan to attend Semnole only a better student, but a better person all around.
this major because I know the importance agriculture I hope to have the same impact on students as my
State College to receive
has on our economy. I want to advocate for the mentors have made on my life.
my associates. Then I will transfer to OSU majoring in
veterinary medicine. I chose this path because of my future of agriculture so families like mine can continue My high school band director, Mr. Nick Noble, has
love for animals and desire to help them. farming and ranching. encouraged me since my first day in the band room
The one person who has inspired me would be Dr. My parents have inspired me the most throughout my when I was eleven years old. He has been the mentor
Candy Newnam D.V.M. I’ve had the pleasure of life. They have taught me that hard work and faith are and role model that I aspire to be.
watching her interact with her clients. I’ve also bee the most important things in life. Whether it be nearby or overseas, I will be teaching
inspired by an experience I’ve had with my own dog In ten years I see myself married with children and young musicians and doing everything in my power to
who wasn’t given proper care by a veterinarian which help them reach their full potential.
opening my own law practice.
made me want to become a veterinarian even more.
In ten years I see myself working in a veterinary Taylor Thompson
hospital and starting a family. Lauren Hood Taylor Thompson is the
Lauren Hood is the daughter of Mark and
Lacey Faith Hood daughter of Lisa and Larry Alisha Thompson.
Lacey Hood is the Hood. My biggest challenge in
daughter of List and Larry My biggest challenge in high school was my AP
Hood. high school has been classes but I believe they
I plan to attend balancing my schedule prepared me for college
Southwestern State extremely well.
and learning when to say
University and major in I plan on attending OBU
Pharmacy. It has been my yes and no. and majoring in nursing.
dream ever since I was I plan to attend UCO OBU is small and has
little to have a job that I and study psychology. I one of the best nursing
could support my family got several scholarships programs around.
and still be a big part of here, including an opportunity to be a part of their What inspired me? The mission trip I took to Puerto
their life. Pharmacy would allow me to be able to do leadership team. Rico made me realize that God gave me a heart for
that. My best friend has inspired me because he helping people so that is why I chose nursing.
My aunt has been my inspiration. She has encouraged me to dream big, start small and love In ten years I see myself out of school, married, with
encouraged me to work hard at everything I am doing more every day. a kid or two, and working as some kind of Advanced
and believe the best is yet to come. In ten years I see myself graduated from college, Practice Registered Nurse.
In ten years I see myself married with two kids, living
working as a counselor, married and with two kids.
somewhere on a beach and working at a small family
owned pharmacy.
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To the Seniors of 2017, lot about yourself, who However, I am confident
The end of your you are, your true goals that you, like your own
Senior year marks a and desires. You’ll be little community, have
very important stage thinking about what overcome the obstacles
in your lives, as you it is you want to offer and are now ready for
graduate high school the world and what the what the future brings.
and either move in to the world can offer you Before I became a
workforce, military, or back. The decisions you Superintendent I was a
enter higher education. make now will help teacher, but you Seniors
Many of you will chart the rest of your have taught me a great
find this a difficult and lives. deal; how to laugh in the
stressful transition. But, I have been fortunate face of stress, how to be
it will also be one of to see you grow and an individual, and most
the most exciting and mature over the last 13 importantly, how to use
fun times of your life. years. Of course, there my iPhone.
Over these next few have been struggles Terry Grissom,
years you will learn a and growing pains. Superintendent

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Careers To Help People
Tarin Dubler Kelsey Robbins
Asher Senior Asher Senior
Valedictorian, Tarin Salutatorian, Kelsey
Dubler is the Robbins is the daughter
daughter of Scott of Lester and Laura
and Tari Dubler. Robbins.Balancing
My biggest school and
challenge in personal things
high school has has probably
Pictured L to R (Bottom): Mikaila Brooks, Tarin Dubler, Logan Lucy, Kelsey Robbins, been balancing my been my biggest
(Middle): David Ballard, Ryan Gregg, (Top): Preston Patten, JR Milburn.
school and college challenge.
work along with I plan to attend
Congratulations Congratulations athletic I plan to East Central
SENIORS attend Connors State University and
To All College and major major in English
the 2017 in occupational therapy. I chose this since I enjoy writing and the English
Graduates!
because I like helping people. My language.
inspiration is my parents, for always Being in church has influenced me
believing in me. because being there has taught me to
Asher Randy Thomas In ten years I see myself having a be a better person.
Board of Education County Commissioner
District 2
successful career as an occupational In ten years I see myself helping
therapist. people to the best of my abilities.

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Fall Classes Begin Monday, August 14

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Wanette Senior Taylor Pawpa
Wants To Change Lives
Taylor Riann Pawpa ones you have make My PawPaw and my
Taylor Riann Pawpa your senior year worth mom have inspired me
is the daughter of while. to be the best person I
Carrie Ann Pawpa. She I have been accepted can be and to always
is the top student at and will attend East try no matter what.
Wanette High School Central University in In ten years I see
Senior Class of 2017. the fall of 2017 to study myself having an RN
My biggest challenge and major in nursing. license and working
in high school would I have always known at a nice, well paying
have to be letting go I wanted to be a nurse, hospital with a husband
of old grudges. You since I was little. I have and kids on the way.
learn that not everyone to help people and I
is your friend but the want to change lives. Pictured L to R: Levi Potter, Laura Dolan, Taylor Pawpa, Trent Co and David Gavia.

Your Future Is You earned

BRIGHT!
Years of hard work have led
the stamp
of approval,
you to this moment, and we
could not be more proud of
and now
your accomplishment. As it’s time to
you celebrate this
important milestone in celebrate!
your life, we extend
our warm
congratulations
and wish you the Good luck and best
wishes, graduates.
best of luck in your
future endeavors.

JOSH COCKROFT
State Representative, District 27
Congratulations
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