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OutstandingSeniors

2011-2012

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•Melia Scheck

•Marlena VandeStreek

•Jonathan Woolf

Scholarship Donors

Scholarship DonorsKalamazoo County Association of

Retired School Personnel(KCARSP)

Kalamazoo Valley Community College

Burdick-Thorne Foundation

Scholarship DonorsAccu-Mold, Inc.

Alpha Chapter, MI Alpha Delta Kappa

Ambucs of Kalamazoo

Bronson Health Foundation

Discover Kalamazoo

Greater Kalamazoo Lodging Association

John D. Bradshaw, P.C.

Scholarship DonorsKalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity

Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos, P.C.

Les Minor & Sue Garvey

Lewis C. Howard, Inc.

Sally Swanson Scholarship for Medical StudiesKCARSP

Scott Hammond EFE Endowed ScholarshipPortage Education Foundation

Scholarship Donors

The Ample Pantry

VanBuren Research & Development Foundation

Scholarship DonorsKALAMAZOO RESA FOUNDATION

Burdick-Thorne Foundation

Tom & Marsha Conor

Irv & Alberta Cumming

Eaton Corporation

Fabri-Kal

Gilmore Foundation in Memory of Gayl Werme


Home Builders Association of Greater Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo RESA Board of Education

W. Jack & Nanette Keiser

Dr. W. Craig & Diane Misner

Gary Rice Memorial

Telecity Information Highway


Robert C. Thompson Memorial

Dr. Robert & Ruth VanderRoest

Gayl Werme Bronson Hospital Memorial &Kalamazoo RESA Memorial

Larry & Rose Wile

Paul & Betts Wollam Memorial

New Scholarship Donors

AccroSeal

Carpenters Local 525

Scott Karaptian

Sue Lignell

World of Work Donors

Anonymous

Home Builders Association of Greater Kalamazoo

THANK YOU

DONORS!

OutstandingSeniors

2011-2012

EFE Outstanding Seniors

TEACHER CADETBeckett Lockerbie & Dave Mayer

Kelsey is a highly motivated andenergetic student who shares herenthusiasm with everyone she meets.She is a lively participant. She was awonderful role model for her 5th gradestudents and will be a wonderfuladdition to the field of education.

Kelsey AdamskiGull Lake

High School$1,250 KCARSP


COLLEGE ACCOUNTINGAlison Nord

Keegan is one of the most well-rounded students I’ve had theopportunity to teach. He is highlyintelligent, extremely motivated,genuinely caring and delightfullyhumorous. He will be a major asset tohis future employers and society ingeneral. Keegan Ammon

Comstock High School


PHOTOGRAPHY & DIGITAL IMAGINGCandace Brown

Alina is a professional, creative,and focused young woman whohas a gentle way of bringing newinsights to her viewers through herartwork.

Alina AndersonKalamazoo Central

High School


LAW ENFORCEMENTJeff Crouse

Jacob has consistently demonstratedleadership, maturity, and a genuineconcern for fellow classmates. Heconsistently exceeds academicrequirements, writes excellent papers,and always seeks out additional careerrelated articles and information.

Jacob BatesGull Lake

High School

$500 Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos, P.C.


ACCOUNTINGGreg Chambers

Matt takes great pride in his work,striving for accuracy in everyassignment. His success in class thisyear will lead him to a promising careerin the accounting or financial field.

Matthew BeckPortage Central

High School

$500 Dr. W. Craig & Diane Misner(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)


ADVANCED ACCOUNTINGAmy Meyer

Megan is a determined, focusedaccounting student! She loves tobe challenged and welcomeslearning new information eachday! Her drive for success isimpressive; she is responsibleand professional!

Megan BegemanPortage Northern

High School

$1000 Alpha Chapter, MI Alpha Delta Kappa


ART & DESIGN CAREER SKILLSCandace Brown

Sam has already shown herconsiderable talent designing andphotographing for her schoolnewspaper. She also was a finalist atthe Western Michigan University,Martin Luther King, Jr. Social Justiceposter contest.

Samantha BeldenPortage Northern

High School$1000 Alpha Chapter, MI Alpha Delta Kappa


WILDLIFE & NATURAL RESOURCESMichelle Guthrie

Emily is a wonderful addition to theVicksburg Wildlife and NaturalResources program. She is outgoing,conscientious about her work, and isdedicated to the field of wildlife biology.

Emily BerryVicksburg

High School

$1000 Alpha Chapter, MI Alpha Delta Kappa


BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONSDiane Fort

Mark is a driven young man who ishighly motivated and possesses atremendous work ethic. His dedicationand willingess to learn will lead to hissuccess!

Mark BeverlyPortage Central

High School

EFE Outstanding SeniorsBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONSDiane Fort

Kayleigh strives for excellence. She isa self-motivated individual with a greatattitude. She is dependable,conscientious, trustworthy and aboveall hard working. I am confident shewill be successful in her futureendeavors!

Kayleigh BinderPortage Central

High SchoolFall TuitionKalamazoo Valley Community College


MARKETINGGreg Chambers

Travis is an excellent, personablestudent. He works well with othersand is highly motivated, organized,and mature. He has a tremendousfuture ahead of him.

Travis BogemaPortage Central

High School$530 Paul & Betts Wollam/Stephani Jo Harris

(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)


ACCOUNTINGLori Pelton

Grant is a serious student. He hasthe right skills to become a leader.The work ethic Grant displays dayafter day is outstanding. We willcertainly hear his name again.

Grant BradleySchoolcraftHigh School


EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT)Terrie Godde

Jimmy has proven to be a true leader.He inspires everyone to do their best.Jimmy and Logan Connell performedCPR on a gentleman last fall, and dueto their efforts, the man is still alivetoday and thankful to them both.

James BrandComstock

High School$1250 Sally Swanson Scholarship for Medical Studies (KCARSP)

EFE Outstanding SeniorsCOMPUTERIZED MANUFACTURINGWilliam Kring

Cody does the best job he can on allassigned projects. He has worked atStryker Instruments as a machinisttrainee for two years. Hisenthusiasm and personality haveplayed an important role indeveloping his skills as aprofessional.

Cody BrewingtonVicksburg



BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONSMichelle Claybaugh

T’Ausia is an excellent student! She isresponsible, dependable, honest, andhas the best attitude and work ethic Ihave ever observed in a student. Sheappreciates every experience andopportunity.

T’Ausia BronsonKalamazoo Central

High School$1000 W. Jack & Nanette Keiser(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)

EFE Outstanding SeniorsMARKETINGBob Roy

James is a hard working and gregariousyoung man. He is currently a manager inthe school store and has attended theState DECA conference for threeconsecutive years. It has been apleasure to watch him develop hismanagerial and leadership skills.

James BuchananKalamazoo Central

High School


Tyra is a great leader with the highestintegrity. Her huge personality andcaptivating smile allow her to navigatemany situations obtaining favorableresults. She has been a joy the lasttwo years.

Tyra CarverKalamazoo Central

High School

Fall TuitionKalamazoo Valley Community College



Nate has dedication to his goals andpursues them with passion andenergy. He has very high aspirationsand his work ethic is excellent. Nateis an excellent student who will besuccessful in his future career.

Nate CasantoLoy Norrix



BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONSSue Mills

Joey has successfully completedmany EFE courses at Loy Norrix. Ithas been a pleasure working withsuch a conscientious, driven student.She has demonstrated the skills tobe successful in college and beyond.

Johanna CastilloLoy Norrix

High School$250 Ample Pantry, Sue Lignell,


EFE Outstanding SeniorsEMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAL (EMT)Terrie Godde

Logan is a pleasure to have inclass. His grades are consistentlygreat, and he is a team player withhis peers. Logan and Jimmy Brandboth performed CPR on agentleman last fall, and due to theirefforts, the man is still alive todayand thankful to them both.

Logan ConnellGull Lake


EFE Outstanding SeniorsCOOPERATIVE EDUCATIONAnna Patton

Brittany is a valued co-opemployee. She has an amazingpersonality and is very accurate,always eager to learn, andprofessional and friendly withpatients and staff. She isoutstanding in every way.

Brittany DallaVicksburg

High School$500 Ambucs of Kalamazoo


ELECTRONICS & ROBOTICS TECHNOLOGYKen Briggs

Branden is an excellent studentwho professes a life longfascination with electronics. Heenjoys building, design andprogramming challenges. Hisperseverance will serve him wellin an engineering career.

Branden De VriesKalamazoo Central

High School

EFE Outstanding SeniorsDRAFTINGWilliam Kring

Logan has been a quiet leader withinthe class. When new engineeringsoftware was introduced to theclassroom Logan stayed after schoolto practice and work ahead of the restof the class. He has taken the leadwithin a team of advanced students tosee the completion of their seniorproject.

Logan DeckerVicksburg

High School

EFE Outstanding SeniorsDRAFTING & DESIGN TECHNOLOGYMarvin Gage

Lynsey is a second year studentworking with a mentor architect on adesign project. She is a hard workerwho excels on her own. Lynseypossesses great character, is anoutstanding role model, andexemplifies every quality an instructorcould ask for in a student. Lynsey DeGraaf

ParchmentHigh School


WEB DESIGN IMichelle Jaros

Kristi has a very efficient andeffective work quality. Her focusfor class work, desire to learnsoftware, and creativity makesher very successful in WebDesign.

Kristi DesnessGull Lake

High School


ARTS & DESIGN CAREER SKILLSCandace Brown

Carrel possesses a determinationand a drive to succeed as a trainedprofessional artist that will give herthe stamina necessary to achievethis goal.

Carrel DlaminiPortage Northern

High SchoolFall Tuition




Kevin is highly motivated and sets highexpectations for himself as evidencedby his work both in and out of theclassroom. He enjoys problem solvingand demonstrates a strong aptitude forengineering.

Kevin EllisPortage Central

High School$500 Scott Hammond

Education for Employment Endowed Scholarship

EFE Outstanding SeniorsBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONSTim Kirk

When I first encountered Michelle,her uniqueness was evident in herhair style and fashion choices. Uponhaving her as a student inaccounting this year, her flair forfashion has been outshined by herpersonality and intelligence.

Michelle FarnhamClimax -ScottsHigh School

EFE Outstanding SeniorsAUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGYMatthew Basse

Garrett is truly outstanding and anincredible student. His understanding ofautomotive systems and how to diagnoseand repair them is very impressive. He iswilling to help his classmates and is thefirst to volunteer and go beyondexpectations.

Garrett FlaggComstock



EFE Outstanding SeniorsPROFESSIONAL HEALTH SCIENCEKathleen Wolf

Morgan exemplifies the attributes of theperfect student. She is highly motivated,honest, kind, and has a strong workethic. She had excellent attendance andmaintained an A in both course work andher internship. Her internship preceptorsaid Morgan was outstanding. Morgan Fleck

Climax-ScottsHigh School

$750 Kalamazoo RESA Board of Education(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)

EFE Outstanding SeniorsLAW ENFORCEMENT IIJeff Crouse

Criminal Justice/Ferris State University

Brianna excelled academically the lasttwo years and has received earlyacceptance to Ferris State University. Sheconsistently demonstrates leadership andhas led softball, basketball, and powerlifting teams to several championships.She is also very active at her church andin her community.

Brianna GaunaParchmentHigh School

$750 Burdick-Thorne Foundation

EFE Outstanding SeniorsLAW ENFORCEMENT IIJeff Crouse

Criminal Justice/Ferris State University

Andrew has excelled academically andreceived early acceptance to Ferris StateUniversity. He has consistentlydemonstrated leadership and responsibilityin a very non-traditional course class withextremely stringent demands. Andrew wasalso the captain of the Comstock varsityfootball team. Andrew Gerard

Comstock High School



MARKETINGDaniel Meiste

Alex is a natural leader. He ishardworking, dependable, has highintegrity, and is caring when itcomes to others. Alex is anexcellent student in the marketingprogram.

Alex GibsonParchmentHigh School

$750 AccroSeal


BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONSPam Hawk

Robert brings his best to eachassignment. He has a quiet mannerwith a great sense of humor. Hesurprised me with the excellence ofhis selling video assignment.

Robert GrahamGalesburg-Augusta



EFE Outstanding SeniorsBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONSDiane Snyder

Stephanie is energetic and highlymotivated. She is pleasant, helpful,and inventive. She possesses a keenbusiness sense and will definitely be aforce to be reckoned with at collegeand in business!

Stephanie GriesParchmentHigh SchoolFall Tuition


EFE Outstanding SeniorsHOTEL, RESTAURANT & TRAVEL MANAGEMENTTammi Mallos

Rachel is a very focused andexceptionally intelligent young lady.She exhibits a positive attitude andhas a passion for living. Her goal is tomake a difference in the lives ofothers. I believe she will achieve thisgoal and touch the lives of many.

Rachel HaasPortage Northern

High School$500 Greater Kalamazoo

Lodging Association


MARKETINGDaniel Meiste

Mitchell is a very dedicated studentacademically. Mitchell excels in everyarea of his life. He is very kind,honest, and hardworking. Mitchell is agreat addition to the marketingprogram.

Mitchell HansonParchmentHigh SchoolFall Tuition


EFE Outstanding SeniorsBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS IIKyle Paffhausen

Madison is a dedicated student, whoseinitiative and diligence is apparent inher school work. She hasdemonstrated leadership skills insideand outside the classroom that willensure her success in futureendeavors.

Madison HenryPortage Northern

High School$750 Gayle Werme Memorial

(Bronson Methodist Hospital / Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)



Alex is an outstanding student whoenjoys being challenged. Hisdedication and success in a variety ofexperiences will lead to a promisingcareer in the engineering field.

Alex HillGull Lake

High School


BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS IIKyle Paffhausen

Accounting/Western Michigan University

Rachael is highly dependable and her workethic is impeccable. She is dedicated,passionate, and creative in her class work.These qualities will allow Rachael to excel inany business field she chooses to pursue inthe future. Rachael Horton

Portage NorthernHigh School

$750 Burdick-Thorne Foundation(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)


COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY IIMichael Miller

Josh has been a pleasure to have in myclass the last two years. He is a highlymotivated student that will be successfulin college and any career endeavour hechooses. I look forward to watching hissuccess.

Joshua HubersParchment High School

$400 Telecity Information Highway(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation/)


MARKETINGBarbara Rockey

Victoria Jones is an excellentstudent who is conscientious,considerate, appreciative, and acredit to our school and program. Ithas been a true pleasure to haveher in class every day.

Victoria JonesLoy Norrix

High School


BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS IILori Pelton

Elizabeth displays an energetic,focused approach to work. She isalways on task and positive. Elizabethis a dependable, prompt, kind,intelligent young lady. She will be verysuccessful.

Elizabeth KedrowiczSchoolcraftHigh School

$1000 Larry & Rose Wile(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)


COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY IIMichael Miller

Evan has been a pleasure to have inmy class the last two years. He is ahighly motivated student with a love fortechnology that will help him besuccessful in college and any careerendeavor he chooses.

Evan KnowltonLoy Norrix

High School


DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTIONTimothy Jones

Karsen has an amazing talent.Throughout my years of teachingand producing at a professionallevel, he is one of the few studentswho can apply video/film this well.

Karsen KolenkoPortage Central

High School


ACCOUNTINGScott Wills

Rissa is very talented in terms ofaccounting; but, her real strengthis her leadership. She is alwayswilling to help other students whencalled upon.

Kliricia LocVicksburg

High School

EFE Outstanding SeniorsDRAFTINGWilliam Kring

Civil Engineering/Western Michigan University

Kelsey has been an outstanding student inarchitecture. She has been a leader withinthe classroom; taking on a large commercialproject and seeing it through completion.She participated in the ACE program atKRESA, where she had the opportunity towork with engineers in the field.

Kelsey Malikowski

VicksburgHigh School$750 Burdick-Thorne Foundation

EFE Outstanding SeniorsANIMAL TECHNOLOGYMichelle Guthrie

LeeAnn is an exceptional, inquisitivestudent who loves animals. Herpassion is horses and she will beattending MSU to study equinescience. She has made a positiveimpact on the Vicksburg AnimalTechnology program.

LeeAnn MercerVicksburg

High School$500 Robert C. Thompson(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)

EFE Outstanding SeniorsMARKETINGKristen Hussey

I have had the pleasure of Jasmineas a student in marketing. She alsoassists in the running of the schoolstore. In the classroom Jasminestrives for excellence whiledemonstrating strong leadership skill.She has exceptional talent andmusicality. Jasmine Merritt-

CamburnComstock

High SchoolFall Tuition Kalamazoo Valley Community College

EFE Outstanding SeniorsDENTAL ASSISTINGWanda Scott

Mariah demonstrated outstandingabilities as a team member in thedental office. In comparison to over10 years working with high schoolstudents, Mariah’s ability andpositive attitude are stronger thanmost. She will be an asset to anydental profession in her future.

Mariah MiddelPortage Northern

High School$500 Bronson Health Foundation

EFE Outstanding SeniorsMARKETING MANAGEMENTDaniel Meiste

Josh has many qualities that set himapart. He is a confident leader inclass, continually strives to growacademically, mature, and honest.Josh is a member of the ParchmentDECA team and is a State Qualifierin the area of BusinessManagement.

Joshua MilesParchmentHigh School$400 Irv & Albert Cumming




Skyler is a true leader and one thathis peers go to when they need helplearning a new concept inmarketing. Skyler has a positive andmature attitude and takes fulladvantage of his experiences inmarketing.

Skyler MillsPortage Central

High School$500 Tom & Marsha Conor(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)

EFE Outstanding SeniorsBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONSAtiba Ward

Nick has done a fantastic job of exploringthe subject of international business. Hehas shown an understanding of globalbusiness concepts. He has producedstellar work in a timely manner. Nick hasgone above the units of study andconducted personal research to enhancehis own understanding.

Nick MooredLoy Norrix

High School


CULINARY ARTSKharen Warfield-Shelton

James is a highly skilled, enthusiasticcook with a passion for learning andgrowing in his culinary knowledge. Hisdiscipline, focus, and dedication to hischosen career are exceptional andbeyond his years!

James MullinsLoy Norrix

High School$500 World of Work Anonymous Donor


Alex is one of the most dedicated,dependable students. He is the onewanted on teams because he gets thejob done exceptionally well. He hasproven success with employment at Liz’sCafe. Alex is one of the few“masterminds” in our society and will besuccessful. Alex Murphy

Gull LakeHigh School

Fall Tuition Kalamazoo Valley Community College


EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONCynthia Goss

Abbigale demonstrates the qualities ofan outstanding student. She hasexcellent attendance, a positiveattitude, and does quality work. She isalways willing to help others and has acaring heart.

Abbigale MurrayVicksburg

High School$1250 KCARSP

EFE Outstanding SeniorsBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONSScott Wills

Tori’s ability to manage her time andturn in quality work is remarkable. Shealways goes above and beyond therequirements of an assignment. Sheis one of the most conscientious,driven, and competitive students that Ihave seen.

Victoria MutchVicksburg

High School$250 Ample Pantry, Sue Lignell,



BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONSScott Wills

Ryan’s BMA skills are exceptional. Hisability to get assignments done aheadof time before going on vacation andthe way he makes a new student feelwelcome are especially impressive.

Ryan MuzljakovichVicksburg

High School$750 Lewis C. Howard, Inc.

EFE Outstanding SeniorsBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS ACCOUNTINGTim Kirk

Agribusiness/Michigan State University

Scott has taken a challenging situationwith a mixed subject class and excelledas the top percentage holder. He not onlydoes well himself, he helps his fellowstudents understand the material.

Scott MyersClimax-ScottsHigh School


EFE Outstanding SeniorsFUNDAMENTALS OF HEALTH SCIENCECheryl Tiernan

Eliza has an exceptional work ethic,which is demonstrated by coming toclass every day. She dreams of anursing career and is on her way toachieving this goal by maintaining a 4.0in both the clinical and didactic aspects.

Eliza NorthropSchoolcraftHigh School

$500 Bronson Health Foundation


ACCOUNTINGGreg Chambers

Jaden is an outstanding senior. Hetakes pride in his work, striving foraccuracy in every assignment. He isalways thinking and looking forward,determined to do his very best.

Jaden NozickaPortage Central




ACCOUNTINGSteve Thomas

Erika has done exemplary work in thebusiness courses she has takenduring high school. Shedemonstrates outstanding workplaceskills on a daily basis in hercoursework.

Erika OlsenGull Lake

High School

$500 Dr. Robert & Ruth VanderRoest(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)


COSMETOLOGYJacki Rush

Alexis is a highly organized, selfmotivated student whodemonstrates excellence, andcommitment in cosmetology. She isa delightful young woman who willbe successful at anything shedoes.

Alexis ParrishKalamazoo Central



AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGYJames Leander

Ryan is a good student with astrong aptitude for automotivetechnology. He has the skills andattitude to ensure his futuresuccess.

Ryan PerryPortage Central


EFE Outstanding SeniorsHEALTH SCIENCEKathy Wolf

Casie is kind hearted, honest,dedicated, and will always do the verybest she can for every patient. She hasstrong leadership skills asdemonstrated by being the communityservice committee chair for HOSA.Casie is a team player, very organized,and highly motivated.

Casie PhillipsGull Lake

High School$1250 KCARSP


RADIO BROADCASTINGMark Monk

Mandy is one of the most organizedand driven students I have had thepleasure of teaching in nearly 20years. Her attention to details andenthusiasm is a benefit to her fellowstudents.

Amanda PrescottGull Lake



EFE Outstanding SeniorsBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONSSteve Thomas

Michelle has the qualities that anyteacher would admire in a student.She is motivated to do outstandingwork in all of her classes and exhibitsa degree of professionalism thatemployers seek in young people.

Michelle RanlyGull Lake



EFE Outstanding SeniorsVETERINARY SCIENCENoreen Heikes, DVM

Andrea is an outstanding student! Inaddition to her superlativeachievements in both the academic andhands-on portions of the curriculum, shehas assumed and excelled in leadershiproles. Her work ethic, personality,intellect and leadership abilities willbring her outstanding successthroughout her life. Andrea Ray

Vicksburg High School

$500 Ambucs of Kalamazoo


Pre-Dental/Michigan State University

Eugene makes everything he does lookeasy. He has an eye for detail and thetalent to achieve the detail. He may notpursue a career in the field of architecture,but the way he addresses each challengeI know he will be able to succeed inwhatever area of study he decides upon. Eugene Ro


$500 Burdick-Thorne Foundation(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)


Adam is a tremendous person andleader inside and outside of theclassroom. He has twice qualified for theState DECA Career DevelopmentConference. His work ethic iscommendable. It is refreshing to seesuch an independent thinker at hisyoung age. He has been a pleasure tohave in class. Adam Roth

Kalamazoo Central High School


PHOTOGRAPHY IIDennis Brooks

Danielle is an excellent andpersonable student. Projectassignments are always high quality.She works well with others, is highlymotivated, organized, and a maturestudent.

Danielle SalayerPortage Northern



CONSTRUCTION TRADESBob Hess & Brian Seagraves

Joe’s natural talent, competence,reliability, leadership, consistenteffort, and motivation consistentlyled to high quality results and madehim an asset in the constructiontrades program.

Joseph SavageSchoolcraftHigh School

$500 Home Builders Association of Greater Kalamazoo (Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)

EFE Outstanding SeniorsBANKING & FINANCEPam Hawk

Nori is a student I can count on tohave completed each assignmentto the best of her ability. She has astrong work ethic inside andoutside the building. I stronglybelieve her dreams and goals inlife will be reached.

Anorah SeitaGalesburg-Augusta

High School$400 Eaton Corporation


EFE Outstanding SeniorsPHOTOGRAPHYDennis Brooks

Ashley is a determined self-directedyoung artist. She won first place atthe Western Michigan University,Martin Luther King, Jr. Social Justiceposter competition where she notonly designed the poster, but alsotook all of the photographs for it.

Ashley SerioKalamazoo Central

High School

EFE Outstanding SeniorsACCOUNTINGMichael Miller

Remington has been a pleasure tohave in my class the last two years.He is a highly motivated student witha love for anything that has a motor.He will be an excellent dieselmechanic with an accountantmentality. I look forward to watchinghis success.

Remington ShafferGalesburg-Augusta

High School$250 Accu-Mold &

Carpenters Local 525


AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGYJames Leander

Diesel Mechanic/Wyoming Technical Institute

Kyle is an energetic, hard-working student.He is always ready to help out in the laband the classroom. He is well liked by hisfellow students and teachers because he isalways willing to take that extra step. I knowhe will do well in college.

Kyle ShoemakerPortage Central

High School



ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHYDennis Brooks

Jacquelyn is a strong, confidentyoung woman - hardworking andalways produces quality work. Shedisplays an excellent professionalattitude and will do well in herchosen profession.

Jacquelyn SmallSchoolcraftHigh School


EFE Outstanding SeniorsMARKETINGJeanine Patterson

Alayna is the type of student you hopefor in all your classes. She ishardworking, driven, kind, and is arole model for other students. I canalways count on her to lend a helpinghand. She strives to do her best in allher endeavors. Alayna was involvedwith DECA for two years. She will bean asset to the advertising program atMSU. Alayna Smith


EFE Outstanding SeniorsACCOUNTING & FINANCEChristie VanFulpen

Estron is a dedicated student whomakes the most of his opportunities inthe classroom and through co-op. He isvery conscientious with his school work.I am confident that he makes awonderful employee as well. His cheerfulgreeting each day is something I lookforward to.

Estron StephensKalamazoo Central

High School$500 World of WorkAnonymous Donor

EFE Outstanding SeniorsCONSTRUCTION TRADESBob Hess & Brian Seagraves

Nathan invested two years inconstruction trades where hedeveloped essential constructioncompetencies. Nathan became anasset to the group by consistentlydisplaying a positive attitude andstrong team-building skills.

Nathan StevensVicksburg

High School$1000 Builders Association of Greater Kalamazoo

(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation/Home)& World of Work Anonymous Donor


Evan’s desire to pursue a career in thehospitality industry is a perfect fit for hispersonality. He is focused, has a veryeasy-going demeanor, and is a mature,well-balanced young man. Academically,he will achieve success at MSU,Hospitality Business College. Evan hasan exciting future!

Evan StiversKalamazoo Central

High School$500 Discover Kalamazoo

EFE Outstanding SeniorsPROFESSIONAL HEALTH SCIENCEKathleen Wolf

Kayleigh has an exceptionally strongwork ethic. She is honest, has integrity,is dedicated, and kind. She is stronglymotivated to excel as evidenced bymaintaining an A. She works well withher classmates and is always willing tohelp them.

Kayleigh ThompsonGull Lake

High School$1000 Gilmore FoundationIn Memory of Gayl Werme(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)

EFE Outstanding SeniorsCOMPUTERIZED MANUFACTURINGWilliam Kring

Raymond shows an eagerness tolearn with an awesome work ethic.He is a great role model and showsgreat citizenship. Ray is currentlyworking at Concept Mold through theco-op program, receiving highreviews from his supervisors.

Raymond ThrasherVicksburg




Pre-Medicine/Grand Valley State University

Wanjiku has great work and academicachievement and. She uses her time efficiently,is self-directed, eagerly assists her classmates.She is fluent in Swahili and is a kind youngwoman who possesses a quiet strength andconfidence. She is a skilled clinician. I look forthe day she achieves her dream of becoming aneonatologist.

Wanjiku UchaiPortage Northern

High School$750 Burdick-Thorne Foundation

EFE Outstanding SeniorsADVANCED BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONSTim Kirk

Emily will excel in her futureendeavors due to her commitment toexcellence. She has taken an activerole in helping her classmatesunderstand and accomplish variousassignments in a semi-independentenvironment.

Emily VandeGiessen

Climax-ScottsHigh School



MARKETINGPam Hawk

Integrity and work ethic bestdescribes Darren. He alwaysdoes his best. He has grown intoa leader among his peers byusing his positive attitude.

Darren VanMeekerenGalesburg-Augusta

High School

EFE Outstanding SeniorsHVACGehry Gross

Tyler is an excellent student and hasthe ability to succeed, as well as theskills to be a member of a team thatworks to achieve goals. Tyler isserious about school and this willhave a positive impact on his futurecollege and employment plans.

Tyler VermeulenPortage Central



ADVANCED ACCOUNTINGAmy Meyer

Alexandra astonishes me every day!She sets high standards for herselfand is one of the most motivatedstudents I have had the pleasure ofteaching. Her future career inaccounting is bright!

Alexandra VizardPortage Northern

High School

$1000 VanBuren Research & Development Foundation


Nursing/Grand Valley State University

Maggie has exceptional work ethic and is on her way to achieving her dream of becoming a nurse by maintaining a 4.0 in both the clinical and didactic aspects of FHS. She exemplifies cooperation and respect of diversity by assisting her classmates. She is very active in her community and volunteers regularly.

Maggie WenzelHackett Catholic Central

High School


EFE Outstanding SeniorsCOOPERATIVE EDUCATIONLisa Bartell

Tyler is a respectful and matureyoung man who is a greatrepresentative of EFE in ourcommunity. He has an outstandingwork ethic that has earned him thedistinction of being the first highschool student allowed to performclosing responsibilities on the job.

Tyler WestaferPortage Central



Laura is considering a degree in thefield of engineering and has the booksmarts, as well as the practicalexperience to reach this goal. Sheattacks every challenge head on.Laura is open minded, a problemsolver, and willing to learn.

Laura WheelerKalamazoo Central

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WEB DESIGN IIMichelle Jaros

Ashley’s creativity and gift forattention to detail is exceptional. Asa student, Ashley is very willing toaccomplish any task, putting forth asmuch effort as needed forperfection.

Ashley WillisGull Lake

High School$400 Gary Rice Memorial


EFE Outstanding SeniorsHORTICULTUREMichelle Guthrie

Bryan has been in the agriscienceprogram for three years and isdedicated to the field ofagriculture. He is an outstandingstudent and has been a reliablemember of our program. He is ahard worker who will besuccessful. Bryan Wolthuis

VicksburgHigh School

$400 Fabri-Kal(Kalamazoo RESA Foundation)

EFE Outstanding SeniorsMARKETINGJeanine Patterson

Jesse is truly a joy to be aroundand a dedicated student. Hequalified for the International DECAConference and has been amember since his sophomore year.MSU is lucky to have him; I willmiss his smiling face.

Jesse WoodPortage Northern

High School$250 Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity,

Scott Karaptian & John D. Bradshaw, P.C.

Education for Employment

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