Bowman County High School Class of 2015
Alejandro Garcia
Parents: Jaime & Rebeca Garcia Plans After Graduation: NDSCS in Wahpeton for welding
Kendra Wokal
Parents: Bob & Marilee Wokal Plans After Graduation: Going to the University of Mary to major in music
Haly Allen
Parents: Aaron & Peggy Allen Plans After Graduation: Go to Job Corps in Minot
Summer Miller
Parents: Greg & Heidi Miller Plans After Graduation: Attend UND and major in occupational therapy
Kadyn Limesand
Parents: Darren & Lenora Limesand Plans After Graduation: Major in accounting
Dylan Jacobs
Mark Kempenich
Kyle Germann
Kendra Swanson
Sarah Freitag
Ariana Zook
Sarah Kruger
Ashlee Edwards
Bondon Scott
Karly Palczewski
Haley Phelps
AbbaRae Robinson
Ryan Sime
Kalea Hoff
Marcos Tapia
Morgan Madsen
Madison Fischer
Jordan Bloomgren
Ashley Schmalz
Paul Lorge
Parents: Clint & Jodee Jacobs Plans After Graduation: Go to Dickinson State University
Parents: Annette & Mark Ballard; Steve & Carey Zook Plans After Graduation: Attend BSC to play basketball and study Athletic Training
Parents: Sandra Phelps-Oberfoell Plans After Graduation: Attend Bismarck State College to take generals
Parents: Eric Madsen & Heather Sorteberg Plans After Graduation: Attend a hair academy in Bismarck and pursue a career as a hair stylist
Parents: Keith & Melinda Kempenich Plans After Graduation: NDSCS for CASE IH program
Parents: Don & Tammie Kruger Plans After Graduation: Attend Bismarck State College for generals and transfer to a nursing program and become a nurse
Parents: Kevin & Nola Robinson Plans After Graduation: Go outside, shake some hands, go to my party
Parents: Chip & Ann Fischer Plans After Graduation: Attend the University of North Dakota then travel the world
Parents: Edwin & Karla Germann Plans After Graduation: Go to NDSCS for Diesel Tech
Parents: Mark & DeeAnn Erickson; Monte Edwards Plans After Graduation: Attend BSC and pursue a degree in Elementary Education
Parents: Stan & Cathy Sime Plans After Graduation: Study physics at SDSMT in Rapid City
Parents: Mike & Heidi Bloomgren Plans After Graduation: Earn a teaching degree at Dickinson State University
Parents: Paul & Victoria Swanson Plans After Graduation: To attend Bismarck State College
Parents: Trent & Stacy Scott Plans After Graduation: Go to NDSCS for Power Sports Technology and work for a motorcycle dealer
Parents: Craig & Janel Hoff Plans After Graduation: Attend UND and major in chemical engineering
Parents: Ron & Bonnie Schmalz Plans After Graduation: Go to nursing school and get a degree as an LPN
Parents: Blane & Jackie Freitag Plans After Graduation: Attend NDSU for Animal Science
Parents: Ron & Sheila Palczewski Plans After Graduation: Attend the University of Mary and receive a degree in Marketing
Parents: Marcos & Natividad Tapia Plans After Graduation: Get a job
Parents: Farrell & Joan Lorge Plans After Graduation: Join the Navy
It's time to send our students into the future, but not before we give them some advice Graduation season, an oft-emotional time of great celebration and reflection, is here. Though soon-to-be graduates are about to have one set of challenges firmly behind them, other important life decisions and experiences are looming in the not-too-distant future. Although there’s no magic set of rules for post-graduation, the following advice can help recent gradates transition from the classroom to the ceremony and then life after school. · Attend the graduation ceremony. Graduating students may debate whether or not to attend their graduation ceremonies. Such ceremonies tend to be lengthy, and outdoor affairs can be hot and uncomfortable. However, graduation is a milestone moment that you won’t get to enjoy again. Attending graduation allows you one last academic experience, and even if that may seem like too meaningful right now, you might regret skipping the ceremony down the road. · Enjoy graduation but buckle down once the dust settles. According to a survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, the job market for new graduates is improving marginally. But the Institute for College Access and Success notes that many college graduates will be saddled with around $25,000 in debt upon earning their degrees. Many student loans have a six-month repayment grace period after graduation, so new grads who don’t already have a job lined up may want to use some of that grace period to travel, visit distant relatives or relax and recharge before their first payment comes due. Use the time wisely, but be prepared to buckle down when the time comes to start repaying loans. · Join an alumni association. Regardless of the size of your school, chances are strong they have a local alumni association and several chapters across the country. Take advantage of these organizations to connect with fellow alumni, who can be invaluable sources of information and provide connections that may help you find a job in your field. · Read and learn new skills. If you have yet to land that first job, use some of your down time to reacquaint yourself with reading for pleasure instead of reading as part of an assignment. You also can use extra time to explore new skills, such as learning certain software or applications that may help you stand out in a competitive job market. · Before you decide what you want to do, you may have to figure out what you don’t like. Another way to use free time is to volunteer or apply for internships in fields you may want to work in. These experiences can help you determine your career options and find a career you find both challenging and exciting. But such opportunities can also help you determine when a given line of work isn’t for you. Oftentimes, finding the right career path takes some trial and error. Don’t get too down if an opportunity doesn’t pan out. Instead, keep your head up and take advantage of the next opportunity that comes your way. Graduation is a time of mixed emotions. Graduates can not only use graduation season to make lasting memories with friends but also to take the first steps toward the next phase of their lives.
Bowman County High School Class of 2015
David Chavez
Parents: Olga and Arthur Chavez Plans After Graduation: Attend the University of Mary in Bismarck. I plan to run crosscountry and track. I will go for physical therapy and athletic training
Kaylee Heinrich
Parents: Kurt & Katina Heinrich Plans After Graduation: Attend a hair academy in Bismarck and pursue a career as a hair stylist
Lucas Meadows
Parents: David Meadows & Shira Tomboulian Plans After Graduation: Go to NDSU and study biochemistry and do research in the field of nanotechnology and computer science
Melissa Bucholz
Parents: Kevin & Debbie Bucholz Plans After Graduation: Go to UND and major in forensic psychology
Orion Thompson
Parents: Katrina Thompson Plans After Graduation: Go to college to learn chemistry, criminal justice and programming. I will live in a city and do fun stuff
Shay Moser
Parents: Ryan & Angie Moser Plans After Graduation: Attend Northern State University and major in psychology and counseling.
Kathryn Bartholomay
Becca Fisher
Parents: Jim & Wendy Bartholomay Plans After Graduation: Attend NDSU where I will pursue degrees in biochemistry and molecular biology
Chandler Braaten
Parents: Rick & Laurie Braaten Plans After Graduation: Go to Wahpeton, graduate from college and live a happy life
Parents: Brian & Pam Fisher Plans After Graduation: Go to Rapid City and do an internship to get certified as a personal fitness trainer
Justyce Duffield
Parents: Brad Duffield & Heidi Fischer Plans After Graduation: Attend the University of Mary, run track and get a physical therapy degree
Kyle McGee
Parents: Doug & Darcy McGee Plans After Graduation: Attend Bismarck State College for power plant technology
Jason Schade
Parents: Duane & Roma Schade Plans After Graduation: Bismarck State College for Farm and Ranch Management
Tel Lardy
Parents: Scott & Nicole Lardy Plans After Graduation: Go to Chadron State College in Chadron, Neb.; participate in college rodeo
Bowman County High School Class of 2015's graduation will be held at 2 p.m. May 24 inside the school's gymnasium
"Do not follow where the path may lead. Go, instead, where there is no path and leave a trail." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Scranton High School Class of 2015
Jessica Anne Hutzenbiler
Parents: Shane & Meg Hutzenbiler Plans After Graduation: National Guard
Casey Joppa
Parents: Dayne & Julie Green Plans After Graduation: Play college ball and study criminal justice
Vance Valloff
Parents: Randy & KariLei Valloff Plans After Graduation: Attend Western Dakota Tech and major in diesel mechanics
McKenna Wegner
Parents: Steven & Carol Wegner Plans After Graduation: Attend Concordia College in Moorhead for pre-law, business and philosophy.
CONGRATULATIONS FROM THESE FINE COMMUNITY MEMBERS: Shear Designs Bowman Sales & Service Hibachi House Farmers Union Oil Company Frontier Travel Center Dakota Community Bank & Trust Sadowsky & Wild Law Office Southwest Abstract & Title Company SW Auto Supply/Pronto Morland Financial Services Bowman Chiropractic Clinic Flowers & Cappuccino by Lasting Visions
Dimitri Clapper
Parents: Jesse Clapper & Amy Hunsaker Plans After Graduation: I will be attending NDSCS
Jarett Hestekin
Parents: Jay & Cindy Hestekin Plans After Graduation: Attend Western Dakota Tech in Rapid City to study electrical trades
Ricochet/Dakota Hair Company (Congrats Tel) Style Plus Farmers Union Insurance/Marcus Fischer Northwest Tire Inc Bachmeier Chiropractic Classic Beauty Salon American Family Insurance/ Stephanee Germann Agency Dale’s Clothing Borderline Bowman Drug Company Dakota Western Bank Dakota Western Insurance Agency
Kaylee Pierce
Parents: Shawn & Apryl Pierce Plans After Graduation: Attend North Dakota State University this fall with a major in architecture
Brinley Norton
Parents: Bill & Camille Norton Plans After Graduation: Go to college at the University of Mary and major in respiratory therapy
Devin Kromarek
Parents: Jason Kromarek & Stacy Mader Plans After Graduation: Attend NDSCS
Zayn Johns
Parents: Joe Johns & Jada Hofland Plans After Graduation: Attend Arapahoe Community College
Bonnie J Anderson, DDS Prairie Dental – Drs Kelly & Sarsland Bowman Veterinary Clinic Brosz Engineering Farm Credit Services of Mandan Flower Nook Scranton Public Schools Bowman County Schools Erickson’s Meat Market Thrivent Financial/Bryan Clendenen Budget Host 4-U Motel Double EE Service Gary’s Jack & Jill North Winds Lodge
Damon Mellmer
Parents: Mike & Heidi Mellmer Plans After Graduation: Attend NDSCS and obtain a degree in construction management
Scranton High School Class of 2015's graduation will be held at 4 p.m. May 24 inside the school's gymnasium
Newby’s Ace Hardware Ken’s Super Valu GG’s Closet Sleepy Hollow Kustoms Coyle Electric Inc. Bowman Chamber of Commerce Tri-State Chiropractic Center Woodley Construction Supply Inc Nodak Mutual Insurance Southwest Ag Inc. Has Been’s Krebsbach & Kulseth Funeral Service Western Frontier Insurance Agency Inc. ABLE, Inc.
Go forward and make your community proud. Congratulations 2015 graduates, from the Bowman County Pioneer and the Finder.