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Presenting The Graduating Class of 2017

Hilltop High School

Fourty-two graduates from the Hilltop class of 2017 will will exit the gymnasium during the recessional song Class Of 2017 Notables
receive their diplomas at the 133rd graduation held in the
Hilltop High School gymnasium on Sunday, June 4. "Fanfare and Recessional" arranged by James D. Ployhar. Hilltop’s Class of 2017 see themselves as closer than
Fanfare and Processional will be played at the beginning of most classes and notes that they are different from other
the ceremony by the Hilltop Cadet Band, arrangement by Silver and royal blue are the class colors; Orchid are Hilltop classes because they are a smart bunch of people
James D. Ployhar, with Hilltop Cadet Band, Samual the class flowers; and "““Life isn’t about finding yourself, and are “graduating in a different year”.
Maran, Director. The band will also perform the Star Life is about creating yourself.” – George Bernard Shaw"
Spangled Banner, sung by Lena Miller, K-12 Choir is the class motto. The class has maintained their humor and optimism
Instructor. Class President Colleen Bell will welcome every- despite having times when they have had to support class-
one to the ceremony, followed by Steven J. Riley, Principal. The members of the Hilltop class of 2017 are Zoey mates through family losses.
Abner, Colleen Marie Bell, Ryan Andrew Brooker, Ariana
Principal Steven J. Riley will announce the Honor Nicole Brown, Nicole Kay Burrows, Sydnie Alexis Butterfield, They are proud of their homecoming wins, the girls’ win
Student Recognition. The Honor Student Addresses will be Leah Anne Carothers, Austin William Currier, Tiara Lee in powder puff football as well as they boys’ win in volley-
given by Colleen Bell, Sydni Rivera and Abigail Schaper. Dennison, Ethan Scott Dunson, Alexandra Lee Eitniear, ball, as well as a multitude of other athletic accomplish-
The Scholarship & Military Recognition will be given by Logan Shane Fleming, Kathariena Heather Foster, Nichole ments, such as two 1000 point career scorers in boys’ bas-
Principal Steven J. Riley. Kaylynn Gossett, Chance Michael Grapengeter, Kamry M. ketball, that have helped lead Hilltop to a BBC title in bas-
Gray, Cassidy Dawn Hallock, Caleb Lee Hand, Jasmine Joy ketball as well as three such titles in softball. They also
The class address by staff will be given by Bonnie Haynes, Alisa Arianna Huerta, Felicity Amber Jackson, boast three students whom have earned their State FFA
Stuckey, a retired Hilltop Second grade teacher. Jewell Star Knapp, Shelby Marie Kuney, Mason William degrees as well as the winners of Miss Williams County and
Locke, Jaclyn Erin Lovejoy, Timothy William Maneval, Miss Ohio Amazing. The class is also proud of their numer-
Principal Steven J. Riley will present the class and Caiden Lee Miller, Sage Elizabeth Repp, Sydni Jane Rivera, ous National Honor Society Members as well as their HOSA
will be followed by Larry E. Long, Superintendent, giving Abigail Grace Schaper, Quinn Anthony Smith, Kailah Marie officers.
the acceptance of the class and the Millcreek-West Unity Sowles, Ethan Claude Stiltner, Aubrey Nicole Stine,
Board of Education presenting the Hilltop 2017 gradu- Makalie Rian Swisher, Kody Don Todd, Taylor Allen Trent, These accomplishments have come after much hard
ates with their diplomas. This will be followed by a fare- Hailey Starr White, Caden Elijah Zane Wiechers, Kiley work, and it is that hard work as well as being good leaders
well from class Vice President Sydni Rivera. Graduates Marie Wilson, Marisa Paige Yates and Savannah Marie that the class hopes to be remembered for. Advice the class
Yates. offers to underclassmen is “Don’t procrastinate. Be respect-
ful and know when to talk and when not to.”

INFORMATION PROVIDED BY 2017 SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS

Hilltop Graduating Seniors' Future Plans

Zoey Abner is the daughter of Maria Abner. She Mason Locke is the son of Brad Locke and Sara 2ND & 3RD SHIFT
plans on becoming a successful Cosmetologist and nail Locke. He plans on attending Bowling Green State PRODUFCulTl aInOd PNartPTimOeSPoIsTitIioOnsNS
technician and work in a salon. University for Pre-Law, take the ROTC program, and
continue working for the Army. FulltimFeualnltdimParet-tgimeengeenrearall pprroodudctuiocnt–ioAnll Shifts
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Bell. She plans on attending Trine University with a Jaclyn Lovejoy is the daughter of Kevin and 1st ShiftMMuolldtiMpalkeerbonus programs.
major in Biomedical Engineering. After College she Rachelle Lovejoy. She plans on attending Rhode State 2nd & 3rd Shift PAropcpelsysiTnepcherson at:
wants to move to Pittsburgh. College to become an LPN and later attend a college to 2nd &A3lrldieShdiftMFoorkuTlrducekdDrPiverrosducts, Inc.,
become an RN to hopefully specialize and become a 3r2d S2h2iftNQ.uaUlitnyiCoonntrSotl.I,nsBpreyctaonr , OH 43506
Ryan Brooker is the son of Bob and Melissa Brooker. Midwife.
He plans on attending college with a major in Computer Excellent beEnqeufiatlpOacpkpaogret.unMityuEltimplpeloboyenrus programs.
Engineering. He also plans on “having a beautiful wife Timothy William Maneval is the son of Scott and
and two kids, and live in the God given state of Ohio.” Melissa Maneval. He plans on attending UNOH in AG Apply in person at: Allied Moulded Products, Inc., 222 N.
Business and then to return to the family farm. Union St., Bryan, OH 43506
Ariana Nicole Brown is the daughter of Brandon
Brown, Nicki Barker, and Jason Barker. She plans on Caiden L. Miller is the son of Cory Miller and Trina Equal Opportunity Employer
becoming a Radiology Technician, owning a gorgeous Ross. He plans on working in the Culinary field imme-
house, having a happy family, traveling the world and diately after graduating. Then he plans to attend
going on a road trip across the United States. Bradford’s Culinary Program to become a Chef.

Sydnie Alexis Butterfield is the daughter of Trisha Sage Elizabeth Repp is the daughter of Cyrus Repp
Butterfield. She plans to enter the workforce while tak- and Bobbie Jo Repp. She plans on attending college
ing college courses. She hopes to travel while practicing with a major in Pediatrician to study Pediatric
wildlife photography. Rheumatology with a possible minor in Law.

Austin William Currier is the son of Sara Laraway. Sydni Jane Rivera is the daughter of Lennie and
He plans to go to UNOH for Auto Tech. Janie Rivera. She plans on attending Miami University
in Oxford, OH and to go to Medical school so she can
Tiara L. Dennison is the daughter of Doug Dennison become an Orthopedic Surgeon. She also wants to have
and Betty DeGarmo. She plans to further her involve- a family.
ment in her family business.
Abigail Grace Schaper is the daugther of Tom and
Ethan Dunson is the son of Scott and Carrie Heather Schaper. She plans on attending the University
Dunson. He plans on attending Toledo University in the of Toledo with a major in Biology. Then she wants to
ROTC program with a major in Aviation. receive a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant. She
would then like to settle down with a job in her field, get
Alexandra Lee Eitniear is the daughter of Amy married, and start a family.
Kennedy and Ryan Eitniear. She plans on going to col-
lege with a major in Culinary Arts and to open her own Quinn Smith is the son of Mike and Abbie Smith. He
restaurant. plans on attending Bowling Green State University with
a major in Construction Management.
Logan Fleming is the son of Laura Fleming and Greg
Fleming. He plans on pursuing Theater and Music at Kailah Marie Sowles is the daughter of Lisa
the University of Toledo in hopes of teaching. Holsopple, Brad Holsopple, and Andy Sowles. She plans
attending Baker College with a major in Medical
Katheriena Heather Foster is the daughter of Heidi Assistant.
Foster and David Johnson. She plans on attending Ohio
State University with a major in Nutrition. Ethan Claude Stiltner is the son of Benjamin
Stiltner. He plans on attending Trade school and then
Nichole Gossett is the daughter of Deb and Mike open up his own shop.
Hand. She plans on either becoming a Mechanic, a
Police Officer, or an EMT. Aubrey Nicole Stine is the daughter of Kimberly
Stine and Joseph Stine. She plans on attending college
Chance Grapengeter is the son of Nikki Bates. He to become a surgeon. Then she plans to move to Seattle
plans to attend college with a major in Engineering. to study there. She also wants to be a good wife and
mom.
Kamry Gray is the daughter of Kevin and Kellie
Gray. She plans on attending Adrian College to help oth- Makalie Rian Swisher plans on attending Northwest
ers in Education through counseling and teaching. State Community College then transferring to major in
Certified Public Accounting.
Caleb Lee Hand is the son of Tina Dennis. He plans
on living in Bowling Green and attending a community Kody Todd is the son of Jason Todd and Laura
college in Toledo. Allen. He plans to finish getting his Associate’s degree at
Northwest State Community College.
Alisa Adrianna Huerta is the daughter of Jaime
Huerta and Elsa Sanchez. She wants to attend college Taylor Trent is the son of Nikki Verity and Ryan
for makeup, get her business license, and open up her Verity. He plans on attending college.
own beauty shop.
Hailey Starr White is the daughter of Roger White
Felicity Amber Jackson is the daughter of Caleb and Jenny Mohr. She plans on attending Salon Institute
and Nicki Jackson. She plans on attending Owens in Toledo and get her Cosmetology license.
Community College for Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Then she plans to continue her education in Chicago at Marisa Paige Yates is the daughter of Jamie and
Governor’s State for Occupational Therapy. Jason Bostater. She plans on attending Bowling Green
State University with a major in Elementary Education.
Jewell Star Knapp is the daughter of Misty Knapp She also wants to move down south and travel.
and Tim Knapp. She plans on attending college to
become a pet groomer. Savannah M. Yates is the daughter of Laurina
Sauber and Steve Sauber. She plans to continue her
Shelby Marie Kuney is the daughter of Del and Amy Cosmetology career and open up her own salon/spa.
Kuney. She plans on attending Northwest State
Community College with an undecided major.

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Hilltop Class Of 2017

PHOTO BY MONICA SMITH, STAFF

Activities Enjoyed By Hilltop Seniors

4-H Quinn Smith FCCLA Katheriena Heather Foster Taylor Trent Katheriena Heather Foster
Ethan Dunson Taylor Trent Alexandra Lee Eitniear Kamry Gray Savannah M. Yates Felicity Amber Jackson
Kailah Marie Sowles Shelby Marie Kuney
CHEERLEADING Caleb Lee Hand Caleb Lee Hand SOFTBALL Caiden L. Miller
ART CLUB Colleen Marie Bell Jewell Star Knapp Alisa Adrianna Huerta Zoey Abner Sydni Jane Rivera
Logan Fleming Katheriena Heather Foster Hailey Starr White Colleen Marie Bell Marisa Paige Yates
Jewell Star Knapp Sage Elizabeth Repp Shelby Marie Kuney Ariana Nicole Brown
Shelby Marie Kuney Makalie Rian Swisher FFA Caiden L. Miller Jewell Star Knapp TRACK
Caiden L. Miller Hailey Starr White Sydnie Alexis Butterfield Sydni Jane Rivera Chance Grapengeter
Savannah M. Yates Austin William Currier Sage Elizabeth Repp Abigail Grace Schaper
BAND Sydni Jane Rivera Makalie Rian Swisher Caleb Lee Hand
Ariana Nicole Brown CHOIR Ethan Dunson Hailey Starr White Marisa Paige Yates Shelby Marie Kuney
Ariana Nicole Brown Chance Grapengeter Marisa Paige Yates
Ethan Dunson Sydnie Alexis Butterfield Timothy William Maneval SPANISH CLUB Mason Locke
Logan Fleming NHS Colleen Marie Bell Caiden L. Miller
Alisa Adrianna Huerta Tiara L. Dennison Quinn Smith Colleen Marie Bell Ariana Nicole Brown Sage Elizabeth Repp
Shelby Marie Kuney Logan Fleming Ariana Nicole Brown Felicity Amber Jackson
Jaclyn Lovejoy Nichole Gossett FOOTBALL Sydni Jane Rivera Taylor Trent
Caiden L. Miller Kamry Gray Ryan Brooker Logan Fleming Abigail Grace Schaper
Sage Elizabeth Repp Ethan Dunson Katheriena Heather Foster Makalie Rian Swisher VOLLEYBALL
Sydni Jane Rivera Alisa Adrianna Huerta Chance Grapengeter Zoey Abner
Makalie Rian Swisher Felicity Amber Jackson Mason Locke Felicity Amber Jackson SPEECH
Hailey Starr White Caiden L. Miller Shelby Marie Kuney Kamry Gray Ariana Nicole Brown
Marisa Paige Yates Shelby Marie Kuney Quinn Smith Jaclyn Lovejoy Felicity Amber Jackson Tiara L. Dennison
Timothy William Maneval Taylor Trent Sydni Jane Rivera Shelby Marie Kuney
BASEBALL Abigail Grace Schaper Caiden L. Miller Katheriena Heather Foster
Ryan Brooker Abigail Grace Schaper GOLF Quinn Smith Student Council Felicity Amber Jackson
Ethan Dunson Quinn Smith Makalie Rian Swisher Makalie Rian Swisher Colleen Marie Bell Jewell Star Knapp
Quinn Smith Marisa Paige Yates Ariana Nicole Brown Shelby Marie Kuney
Kailah Marie Sowles MOCK TRIAL Ethan Dunson Sydni Jane Rivera
BASKETBALL Savannah M. Yates Ethan Dunson QUIZ BOWL Logan Fleming Abigail Grace Schaper
Ryan Brooker Logan Fleming Colleen Marie Bell Katheriena Heather Foster Hailey Starr White
Ariana Nicole Brown Cross Country Felicity Amber Jackson Timothy William Maneval Marisa Paige Yates
Nichole Gossett Ryan Brooker Shelby Marie Kuney Logan Fleming Sydni Jane Rivera
Chance Grapengeter Sydni Jane Rivera Timothy William Maneval Katheriena Heather Foster Abigail Grace Schaper YEARBOOK
Caleb Lee Hand Caiden L. Miller Hailey Starr White Colleen Marie Bell
Felicity Amber Jackson FCA Quinn Smith Shelby Marie Kuney Katheriena Heather Foster
Timothy William Maneval Sydnie Alexis Butterfield Marisa Paige Yates Sage Elizabeth Repp THEATER
Sydni Jane Rivera Katheriena Heather Foster Makalie Rian Swisher Logan Fleming Kamry Gray
Abigail Grace Schaper MUSICAL Marisa Paige Yates Felicity Amber Jackson
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Logan Fleming Zoey Abner Abigail Grace Schaper
Sydni Jane Rivera Chance Grapengeter Kailah Marie Sowles
Taylor Trent Mason Locke Makalie Rian Swisher
Ethan Claude Stiltner
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Presenting The Graduating Class Of 2017

North Central High School

Fourty-nine graduates from the North Central class of Adkins as the class song. "“Chase your dreams, but North Central Class Of 2017 Notables
2017 will receive their diplomas on June 4, 2017 in the always know the road that’ll lead you home again.” by
gymnasium. Tim McGraw is the class motto. North Central’s graduating Class of 2017 is a
large, outgoing class. They have worked hard at
Pomp and Circumstance will be played at the begin- The members of the North Central class of 2017 are: striving to win the BBC All-Sports trophy as well as
ning of the ceremony by the North Central High School Seth Altaffer, Brianna Bailey, Charlie Baker, Kenzie to overcome the trials brought on by the construction
Band. Principal Tim Rettig will welcome everyone to the Baker, Andrew Baughman, Kelsie Beres, Emma Brown, of building the new school that they started their
ceremony and Zachary Rhinard will lead the Pledge of Alexander Cameron, Jessica Cheesbro, Gavin Cogswell, senior year in. By the end, the class performed their
Allegiance to honor America, followed by the band play- Taylor Cole, Jessica Cummins, Tiffany Echler, Chandler musicals on three different stages by the time they
ing our National Anthem. Mr. Greg Waidelich, math Edgington, Sabrina Ernsberger, Kaleb Faler, Veronica graduated.
teacher, will give the message. Principal Rettig will then Finch, Kaleb Geiser, Chyna Haskell, Makayla Hayes,
introduce the Honor Students, and Valedictorian Allyson Nicholas Henry, Michaela Hobbs, Jacob Hopkins, Allyson The class is proud of their athletic ability, which
Hutchison and Salutatorian Alyssa Swank will speak. Hutchison, Megan Laney, Isaiah Livensparger, Coltin saw North Central gain district representation in golf
McKarns, Sean Mervyn, Jeremy Miller, Andrew Mitchell, and softball, as well as their high amount of commu-
The class gift will be presented by Jessica Cummins, Cameron Nafziger, Nicole Newby, Cameron Pace, David nity engagement with programs such as FFA and
Class President, and Outstanding Girl and Boy will be Pinc, Michael Pryslak, Zachary Rhinard, Alexandra SOAR. The class has had members obtain their
presented by Mr. Tim Rettig. The North Central High Richmond, MaKayla Rizor, Joshua Roesenser, Mercy State FFA degree and also worked to establish the
School Chorus will sing the North Central Alma Mater Rowell, Trenton Sakos, Sage Saldin, Jazmyn Schang, Butterfly Project.
and “Like An Eagle" by Carl Strommen. Andrew Selzer, Alyssa Shipman, Kelsie Sutton, Alyssa
Swank, Nathan Traxler, Megan Ulrich, Jason Vassar, The Class of 2017 hopes to be remembered for
Mr. Shane Martin, President of the North Central Jakob Wagner, Steven Williams, Cody Winkler, Brady being the most school-spirited class and advises
Board of Education will present the North Central 2017 Wolfrum, Cheyanne Yeasley and Brock Zuver. underclassmen “Enjoy your time in high school
graduates with their diplomas, followed by closing because it flies by fast. Get involved and don’t be
remarks from Principal Rettig. Graduates will exit the *Photos were not available for the following students: afraid to try something new. Don’t be put down by
gymnasium during the recessional March From Scipio by others’ judgments because they will become unim-
George Frederic Handel. Emma Brown, Taylor Cole, Jeremy Miller, Andrew Mitchell, portant once you graduate”

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tary and pursue a career in Law Enforcement. Andrew Seizer is the son of Teena and Daniel Seizer.
His future plans are undecided.
Sabrina Ernsberger is the daughter of Josefina and
Todd Ernsberger. She plans on attending Hillsdale Alyssa Shipman is the daughter of Dean and
Beauty College. Elizabeth Shipman. She plans to attend PSI for Nursing.

Kaleb Monroe Faler is the son of Douglas and Kelsie Sutton is the daughter of Lyndon and Michelle
Destini Faler. He plans to major in English at Spring Sutton. She plans on attending Northwest State
Arbor University to teach high school English. Community College with a major in Radiographic
Imaging and become an Ultrasound Technician.
Veronica Renee Finch is the daughter of Kimberly
Finch and Bob Finch. Her future plans are undecided. Alyssa Swank is the daughter of Rodger and Tammy
Swank. She plans on attending Spring Arbor University
Kaleb Geiser is the son of Brad and Marcia Geiser. of Actuarial Science.
He plans on getting his Associate’s degree in Business.
Nathan Carnochan Traxler is the son of Les and
Chyna Haskell is the daughter of Jamie Haskell. She Sara Traxler. He plans on attending Spring Arbor
plans on going into Nursing. University to major in Elementary Education.

Makayla Hayes is the daughter of Lisa and Scott Megan Ulrich is the daughter of Mark and Lisa
Hayes. She wants to study Criminal Justice. Ulrich. She plans on attending Black Hawk East Campus
then transfer to Iowa State University with a major in
Nicholas Henry is the son of Alan Joie Henry. He Animal Science and Agribusiness.
plans on pursuing a degree in Physical Therapy Assisting
at Owens Community College. Jason Joseph Vassar is the son of Todd and Trisha
Vassar. He plans on attending Bowling Green State
Michaela Hobbs is the daughter of Deb and Terry University.
Seevers. She plans on going to college for Nursing.
Jakob Wagner is the son of Mark and Leslie Wagner.
Jacob Hopkins is the son of Julie Kemarly. He plans He plans to get his driver’s license and find a job.
on attending college.
Steven Williams is the son of Chris Hopkins. He
Allyson Hutchison is the daughter of Kim and Kent plans on attending Northwest State Community College
Hutchison. She plans on majoring in Professional for Electro-Mechanical Engineering.
Writing at Taylor University.
Cody Winkler is the son of Wendi Adkins. He plans
Megan Maria Laney is the daughter of Dennis and to work on the farm.
Michelle Laney. She plans on attending Owen’s
Community College with a major in Psychology. Brady Austin Wolfram is the son of Angie Wolfram.
He plans on entering the workforce.
Isaiah Livensparger is the son of Tamra and Michael
Livensparger. He plans on joining the Air Force in the Cheyanne Yeasley is the daughter of Ammi Forrester
Medical Field. and Wayne Forrester. She plans on possibly doing CIA in
the United States Army.
Coltin McKarns is the son of Craig McKarns and
Beth Houk. He plans on joining the United States Army. Brock William Zuver is the son of Terry and
Thomasina Zuver. He plans on attending Northwest
Sean Marvin is the son of Heath and Terra Marvin. State Community College to become an EMT.
He plans on attending college.

Andrew Tyler Mitchell is the son of Jennifer
Mitchell. He plans on attending college for Business or
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North Central Class Of 2017

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Activities Enjoyed By North Central Seniors

ART CLUB Alexandra Richmond FCCLA OARS STUDENT COUNCIL
Tiffany Jo Echler Josh Roesener Jakob Wagner Andrew Paul Baughman Jessica Cheesbro
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Brady Austin Wolfram FFA Alex Cameron Tiffany Jo Echler
Nathan Carnochan Traxler Seth Altaffar Jessi Cummins Kaleb Geiser
BAND Steven Williams Jessica Cheesbro Nicholas Henry
Brianna L. Bailey Jessi Cummins Kaleb Geiser Allyson Hutchison
Charlie May Marie Baker Brady Austin Wolfram Tiffany Jo Echler Makayla Hayes
BUTTERFLY PROJECT Kaleb Geiser Nathan Carnochan Traxler Megan Maria Laney
Kelsie Beres Makayla Hayes Jason Joseph Vassar Cameron Pace
Emma Brown Jessica Cheesbro Michaela Hobbs Steven Williams Michael Pryslak
Jessica Cheesbro Kelsie Sutton Megan Maria Laney Steven Williams
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Tiffany Jo Echler Andrew Tyler Mitchell Emma Brown
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