Distinguished Young Women of Pocatello/Chubbuck 2023 Program

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Thank You Pocatello/Chubbuck DYW Program Judges

JENNIFER SAGER

Jennifer received ballet training in London, England through the Royal Academy of Dance, and continued in Toronto, Canada under Diana Joblova-Vorps. She started jazz training in England and then continued in Los Angeles with instructors from The Edge and Tremaine studios along with Jackie Sleight, Dave Carter and Rhonda Sevey. Jennifer was also a member of the Canadian Junior Ballet Company, a BYU Cougarette for two and a half years and a BYU Songleader for one year. She performed in musical theatre productions as a dancer. Jennifer has been the owner of Centre Stage Studios in Burley, Idaho since 1976. Her students have participated in the annual Nutcracker ballet since 1989. Through the Nutcracker Foundation, Jennifer initiated a performing arts Scholarship program that has awarded numerous scholarships to promising dancers interested in attending workshops, camps and college. Many students who have trained at Centre Stage Studios have gone on to professional careers performing and teaching. Jennifer resides in Burley with her husband Lyle. They are the parents of four children and 12 grandchildren. Her daughters and granddaughters are also very involved in the dance industry, teaching, judging, and performing professionally.

CINDY ENGLAND

Cindy England has been a director of various DYW programs in Utah for 10 years and served on the Board for the DYW of UT program. She has trained for 17 years in classical piano, 9 years in violin and plays several other instruments including the clarinet, saxophone and oboe. She was a member of an all girls choir and competed on a state level in vocal competitions. Cindy received her MBA from the University of Utah, graduating first in her class. After graduating, Cindy moved to the East coast to help start JetBlue Airways, as the 3rd employee. At JetBlue, Cindy oversaw several areas in the finance department and managed the company’s budgeting process. After nearly 10 years at JetBlue, Cindy and a group of colleagues broke off and started an airline in Brazil called Azul Brazilian Airlines. Azul completed a successful IPO and is now the 3rd largest airline in Brazil. Cindy is currently semi-retired and runs a foodie Instagram account for fun. She is most proud of her two children and loves living in Draper, UT.

THOMAS BUSCH

Thomas Busch is a current fitness choreographer for Utah Distinguished Young Women and has been for local programs across the Wasatch Front. He has also enjoyed serving as an Assistant Director at the local level and Productions Chair for Utah DYW. Originally from North Idaho, Thomas began his involvement in DYW as an audience member watching his older sisters participate. He even cheered his oldest sister on at Nationals in Mobile, Alabama. Thomas has a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Science and an endorsement in teaching multilingual learners. He currently teaches 4th grade in West Jordan, Utah.He enjoys working with youth and supporting a program that furthers the education of the upcoming generation. Thomas has been heavily involved in theater and dance from a young age to the college level. When he is not teaching, singing, or dancing, you can most likely find him doing his newest pastime, studying Spanish. He just recently got back in December from the Dominican Republic where he studied Spanish and taught English to elementary and secondary students. Thomas feels honored to be with all of you tonight.

CHAUNNTEL PETTIT

Chaunntel Pettit received a Bachelor of Science in Piano Pedagogy from Utah State University. She has taught private and classroom music for the past 34 years. She loves all aspects of music including performing, accompanying, composing, arranging, and conducting. She enjoys volunteering and especially loves serving in her church. Chaunntel enjoys riding and competing on her two performance reining horses. Additionally, she loves reading, gardening, hiking, and being creative. She adores her children, especially her granddaughter. She lives in Bountiful, Utah with her amazing husband, Robert, of 34 years.

BRENT KENNEDY

Brent Kennedy is originally from the Idaho Falls area where he participated in music and athletics as a youth. He attended Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where he met his wife while he served as a piano accompanist. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree at BYU, Brent earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the Arizona School of Health Sciences in Phoenix. His fitness and athletic specialization includes training with medical staff of two NFL teams and seven Major League Baseball teams, including the renowned Dr. James Andrews. He is actively involved in local charity events and is also the official therapy consultant for the Idaho Falls Chukars minor league baseball team. Still an athlete and coach, Brent is co-owner and operator of Foothills Rehabilitation and Performance Services in Idaho Falls. He has been an active supporter of the Junior Miss and Distinguished Young Women programs for more than 15 years, including participation as a member of the interview training committee for the Bonneville County Distinguished Young Women program as well as provider of interview support to many Distinguished Young Women of Idaho in their preparations for the national program. Brent and his family reside in Ammon, Idaho.

SCHOLASTIC JUDGE

JEANNE JONES

Former Burley High School Counselor Burley, Idaho

High School: Highland High School

Career Goals: Nuclear Engineer College Choices: University of Pennsylvania

Activities/Honors:

• Student Government Officer

• Business Professionals of America

• National Honor Society Member

• Key Club Member

• Piano

• Book Club President

• Baking

• LDS Stake Young Women Leader

• Music/Vinyl Enthusiast

• Artistic Endeavors

Talent: Piano Solo

Linus and Lucy (The Charlie Brown Theme Song) by Vince Guaraldi

3. Lucy Valeros

High School: Highland High School

Career Goals: Medical Field College Choices: Arizona State University

Activities/Honors:

• Tennis

• Student Government

• Athletic Training

• Animal Training

• Culinary Arts

• Literature

• Piano

• Viola

• Hiking

• Traveling

Talent: Vocal Solo

All I Want by Olivia Rodrigo

2. Kaitlyn Barry

High School: Highland High School

Career Goals: Bachelor of Science in Nursing

College Choices: Idaho State University

Activities/Honors:

• Dance (14 years)

• Competitive Gymnastics (10 years)

• National Honor Society

• Highland Trouveres (Show Choir, 2 Years)

• Domestic Travel (24 states and Washington D.C.)

• Travel (Bahamas, Italy, Spain, Amsterdam, France, Kenya, Zimbabwe)

• Church History (Toured the foundations of the LDS Church in NY/PA)

• LDS Temple Attendance

• LDS Church Young Women’s Participant

Talent: Lyrical Dance

The Cave by Mumford and Sons

4. Kaybree Ozburn

High School: Century High School

Career Goals: M.A. in Criminology

College Choices: Arizona State University

Activities/Honors:

• Drama Competition

• Employed at Grace Lutheran Early Childhood Center

• Writing Books

• Junior Class Representative

• Recording a true crime podcast

• Performing in plays

• Hiking

• Stargazing

• Trivia

• Reading

Talent:

Acoustic Guitar Solo

Safe and Sound by Taylor Swift and The Civil Wars

1. Zoe McEwen

High School: Century High School

Career Goals: Medical Doctor Emergency Medicine

College Choices: University of Utah

Activities/Honors:

• Cheer

• Dance

• Health Occupation Students of America

• Interact Club, Rotary International

• Tree Huggers Club

• Book Club

• Tap Club

• Greenway Foundation

• Portneuf Valley Partners

• Rotary

Talent:

Tap/Hip Hop Solo

Fantasy by Mariah Carey

High School: Pocatello High School

Career Goals: Cosmetology Engineering

College Choices: Idaho State University

Boise State University

Activities/Honors:

• Pocatello High School Cheer (3 Years)

• Irving Middle School Cheer (1 Year)

• Cheer

• Violin (7 Years)

• Pocatello High School Orchestra (6 Years)

• Recreational Softball

• Drawing • Painting

• Binge Watching TV Shows

• Listening to Music/Creating Songs

Talent: Fiddle Solo

Devil’s Dream

5. Anna Lepchenske

6. Madyson Clark

Katie LeFevre

High School: Century High School

Career Goals: Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

College Choices: Brigham Young University - Provo

Activities/Honors:

• Century Tennis

• Plays at the Palace Theatre

• Century Marching Band, Solo and Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble

• Century Singers, ISU Children’s Chorus

• Let’s Play Music and Piano

• Gymnastics, Aerial Silks, Parkoar, Musical Theatre Dance, Tap Dance

• Plays at the Leavitt Center

• Church Choir, Young Women’s Presidency

• NHS, G.A.T.E., MathCounts, Honors Classes

• Student Council

Talent: Marimba Solo

Rain Dance by Alice Gomez and Marilyn Rife

9. Hailey Renzello

High School: Pocatello High School

Career Goals: Physician Assistant

Specializing in Rheumatology

College Choices: Utah Tech University

Activities/Honors:

• Varsity Cheerleader for Pocatello High School

• Varsity Cross Country Runner

• Varsity Track Runner

• LDS Young Women’s Program

• Pocatello Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council Secretary

• National Honor Society Member

• Especially for Youth Participant

• Spartan Race

• Pocatello Fun Run Series

• Tumbling Classes

Talent: Cheer/Tumbling Routine (Cheer Mix)

8. Marinn Braack

High School: Pocatello High School

Career Goals:

B.S. Psychology

M.S. Physician Assistant

College Choices: Utah State University

Activities/Honors:

• Pocatello High School Student Government

• BPA (Business Professionals of America) Member

• HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) Member

• Competitive Dancer at The Dance Factory

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

• Young Woman Program Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

• Poky Nation

• Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council Member

• Hostess at Red Rabbit Grill

• School Spirit and Involvement

Talent:

Contemporary/Lyrical Dance Agape by The Bear’s Den

10. Joselyn Dye

High School: Highland High School

Career Goals: Mathematics

Music Performance

Composer/Teacher

College Choices: Utah State University

Activities/Honors:

• Cross Country

• Tennis

• Musical Theatre

• Marching Band

• Jazz Band

• Piano

• Basketball

• Softball

• Symphonic Band

• Choir

Talent:

Piano Solo

F Major Sonata Op. 10 No. 2 by Beethoven

7.

High School: Pocatello High School

Career Goals: Bachelor of Science in Nursing Pediatric Nurse

College Choices:

University of Hawaii

University of Utah

Activities/Honors:

• Pocatello High School Dance Team (3 Years)

• Traveling to Mexico

• Work at Grace Lutheran Early Childhood Center (2 Year Olds)

• Going for drives

• Playing with my dogs

• Shopping

• Concerts

• Hosting Disney-themed dinners with friends

• Playing board and card games

• Watching sunrises and sunsets

Talent: Contemporary Dance Fix It To Break It by Clinton Cane

High School: Highland High School

Career Goals: Professional Photographer College Choices: Brigham Young University - Provo

Activities/Honors:

• Highland Trouveres

• Highland Chamber Choir

• Idaho State University Children’s Choir

• Idaho State University Select Children’s Choir

• Highland Senior Choir

• National Honor Society

• Connor Academy Newspaper

• Connor Academy Girls Basketball Team

Talent: Vocal Solo

Like My Father by Jax

12. Emma Eggleston

High School: Highland High School

Career Goals: Physical Therapist

College Choices: Idaho State University

Activities/Honors:

• Cross Country (2017-Current)

• Track and Field (Outdoor and Indoor) (2017-Current)

• Spanish (3 Years, intend to finish 4th Year)

• Piano/Bass Guitar; Played in multiple bands and Jazz bands

• Theater at the Palace Playhouse and at Highland High School

• Hunting with my dad

• 4-H Lamb Showman

• Employment: Piano Teacher, Office Cleaner, and Concession Stand Worker

• Dance (Power Tap) with Lachere’s Fab Five (2014-2020)

• Camping, Fishing, and Snowmobiling with my family

Talent: Clogging Meghan Trainor by Hollin Henderson

High School: Pocatello High School

Career Goals: OB/GYN

College Choices: Idaho State University University of Washington

Activities/Honors:

• Pocatello High School Voltage Dance Team

• Cotton Candy Business

• Employee at Jimmy John’s

• Hawthorne Middle School Student Leadership (2017-2020)

• Babysitter for family and friends

• Working for my grandpa- built a shed, painted his house, etc.

• Doing yard work for my mom

• Clearing out storage units with my grandpa

• Dance Team Fundraisers

• Hawthorne Middle School cheer team (2019)

Talent: Lyrical Dance Spaceship Acoustic by Blue Comet

High School: Highland High School

Career Goals: Medical Field, Cosmetology, Teacher

College Choices: BYU-I, ISU, BYU-Hawaii

Activities/Honors:

• Highland High School Trouveres

• Dance

• Piano

• Singing

• Church Young Women’s Involvement

• Nanny

• Pickleball

Talent:

Piano Solo Rondo alla Turca by Mozart

High School: Century High School

Career Goals: Elementary School Teacher College Choices: BYU-Hawaii

Activities/Honors:

• Varsity Tennis

• Student Council

• Marching Band, Drum Major

• Wind Ensemble

• Flute Lessons

• Graphic Design

• ISU Children’s Chorus

• Church Young Women Program

• Cleaning Apartments

• Alto Saxophone Lessons

Talent: Flute Solo Menuet and Badinerie by Bach

13. Kimbrie Knudsen

14. Jessica Dahlstrom

16. Alaina Bitton

15. Gabby Allmond

High School: Highland High School

Career Goals: Aviation, Pilot License College Choices: BYU-Hawaii

Activities/Honors:

• Highland High School Trouveres

• Chamber Choir

• LDS Young Women’s Program

• Employment: Soda Barn

• Choreographer for Show Choir

• Babysitting

• Cleaned Air BnB’s for TAPPS

• FSY 2022

• Prior Catering for the Cooking Schaack

• MP Dance Company for 9 years

Talent: Vocal Solo Love You In The Dark by Adele

High School: Pocatello High School

Career Goals: Elementary Education College Choices: Idaho State University

Activities/Honors:

• Humanitarian Projects (8th Grade)

• Dance

• LDS Young Women’s Program

• Dog Walking

• Drawing

• Decorating my room

• Painting

• Arts

• LDS Mutual Activities

• Crafts

Talent: Contemporary Dance Nightingale by Demi Lovato

17. Brylee Scherer

18. Sally Isaksen

19. Josi Dahlstrom

High School: Highland High School

Career Goals: Nurse, Dental Hygienist, Interior Design

College Choices: Idaho State University, BYU-I, Utah State

Activities/Honors:

• Highland Cross Country

• Young Women Second Counselor Highland Track

• H Club

• Flag Project

• 4-H club

Talent: Piano Solo Etude Brillante by Margaret Goldston

21. Allison Fullmer

High School: Pocatello High School

Career Goals: Crime Scene Investigator

College Choices: Weber State University

Activities/Honors:

• Sunrise Dance Academy

• Pocatello High School Dance Team

• Pocatello High School Ceramics

• Idaho State University Theater Production of Bye, Bye, Birdie

• Weber State Dance Recruitment Camp

• EPIC Summer Dance Camp

• Employment: Barista, Ski and Snowboard Rental Tech

• Idaho State Dance Recruitment Camp

• IHSAA Dance and Cheer State Competition 2022

• Pocatello High School National Honor Society

Talent: Contemporary Dance Manufactured Love by Michael Blume

20. Kaya Clark

High School: Century High School

Career Goals: Child and Family Therapist

College Choices: Arizona State University

Activities/Honors:

• Drama Competition

• Cross Country Skiing

• White Water Rafting

• Reading

• Art

• Trivia Night

• Karaoke

• Impromptu Dance Parties

• School Plays

• Star Gazing

Talent: Art Presentation

Space Girl by Frances Forever

22. Michaela Strickland

High School: Homeschool

Career Goals: Non-Profit Founder/Director

College Choices: Boston University

University of Memphis

Activities/Honors:

• Century High School Cheer Squad

• Young Women’s Program Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

• Early College Program Idaho State University

• Board Member Human Rights Collective

• Second Counselor for the Young Women’s Program Church of Jesus Christ

• Teacher’s Assistant for Boise State University Professor

Talent: Viola Solo Gavotte by Lully

23. Kailey Lewis

High School: Century High School

Career Goals: Accountant Popstar Café Owner

College Choices: Brigham Young University (BYU)

Activities/Honors:

• LDS Young Women Program

• Walking my dog everyday

• Exercising, Yoga

• Making Jewelry

• Make-up Artist • Drawing

• DIY Projects

• Reorganizing

• Baking Gluten Free Foods

• Teaching myself to sing

Talent: Vocal and Guitar Solo Butterflies by Self-Written

24. Audrey Herron

High School: Highland High School

Career Goals: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Marketing

College Choices:

Brigham Young University - Idaho

Activities/Honors:

• Discus

• Shotput

• Piano

• Reading

• Biking

• Hiking

• Hammocking

• Baby-sitting

• Traveling

• Skiing

Talent: Piano Solo

Mission: Impossible Theme Advanced by Schifrin

About Distinguished Young Women

Founded in 1958, Distinguished Young Women is a free program that encourages participants to reach their full individual potential.Our mission is to empower young women by providing over $1 billion in scholarship opportunities, connecting with a nationwide network of women, developing their self-confidence, and participating in our Life Skills Workshops that prepare them for success after high school. National sponsors include Barbara Barrington Jones Family Foundation, Mobile County, City of Mobile, Alabama Power Foundation, Master Boat Builders, Shoe Station and the Barkin Family, Gant Travel Management, the Coffeen Family, Regions Financial Corporation, Jostens and Alabama Media Group.

1. Zoe

2. Kaitlyn

3. Lucy

4. Kaybree

5. Anna

6. Madyson

7. Katie

8. Marinn 9. Hailey

10. Joselyn

11. Lexi

12. Emma

A Big Congratulations To All Of The 2024 Participants!

13. Kimbrie 14. Jessica

15. Gabby 16. Alaina 17. Brylee

18. Sally 19. Josi

20.Kaya

21. Allison 22. Michaela

23. Kailey 24. Audrey

If there is one thing I’ve learned over the past year, it’s this–Risk it! Venturing into unfamiliar territory and putting ourselves out there is not naturally instinctive for most of us, least of all me, but as I have embraced the unknown these past 12 months, I have experienced exhilaration, heartache, and everything in between. Most of all, though, I’ve grown and found personal fulfillment in ways I did not know were possible. The ‘Be Your Best Self’ principles of the Distinguished Young Women program have inspired me to ‘risk it’ over and over again, prompting growth in virtually every aspect of my life as a result.

One year ago I was privileged to be selected as the Distinguished Young Woman of Pocatello/Chubbuck for 2023. Amid all my excitement, however, it did not take long for reality to set in as I immediately sensed I now had duties to perform, service to give, and an example to set in my community.

At that time, the war in Ukraine had been raging for several months, with media frequently depicting families being torn apart by the thousands. I wanted to find a way to help them and decided that my ‘Be Your Best Self’ project would become my avenue. I discovered ‘Lifting Hands International,’ (LHI) an organization that distributes aid to refugees all over the world. So, I organized a food drive for Ukrainian families right here in Pocatello, asking local friends and neighbors to donate the foods they needed most. To spread the word, I advertised on social media and had fliers distributed throughout the community, explaining how people could get involved. (Special thanks to Bengal Works Graphics for donating six hundred high quality flyers!)

The project was a huge success and with the generous support of so many I was able to collect over one thousand meals and, with LHI’s help, ship them directly to Ukraine this past September! Doing this food drive taught me a few simple things

that have helped me view service in a different light. I have come to know that service really is the BEST way to be your best self. As we lift others we are blessed with a greater capacity to love, a more grateful heart, and a deeper sense of joy! I have also realized that sometimes when we believe we’re reaching people in their hunger or in their need, more than anything we’re reaching their hearts and showing them that there is still so much good and so much hope in the world today.

Another way I ‘risked it’ this year was by representing our community at the Idaho State level DYW Program in Idaho Falls last October. In preparation, I spent countless hours during the summer practicing for the interview, studying for the ACT, rehearsing my talent, and of course doing cardio workouts every morning to prepare for Fitness! I was SO excited I even reached out to all the participants beforehand to make sure everyone would have a familiar face once we all got there.

The week of State was AMAZING and I developed the best friendships with 34 of the most incredible, talented, and distinguished girls in Idaho. I was lucky enough to stay with the sweetest host family and had such a fun roommate! We spent the majority of our days practicing our Fitness, Self-Expression and Opening Number routines. When we weren’t doing that, we were attending interviewing and public speaking workshops and also participated in a service project organizing diaper bags and hygiene kits for local organizations.

The much anticipated State program was held at the end of that week. The caliber of young women, their intelligence, eloquence, fitness and incredible talent were admittedly intimidating, but they only encouraged me to step up, believe in myself, and ‘risk it’ yet again. I was stunned to have been selected as one of ten finalists to perform again for the evening program and, when that concluded, I

was honored to be awarded scholarships for Talent as well as my ‘Be Your Best Self’service project for Ukrainian refugees. Most exciting of all, I was selected as the 2nd Alternate to the Distinguished Young Woman of Idaho for 2023.

Shortly after state, my family and I acted on a unique opportunity to take a roadtrip into Baja, Mexico and provide service for five days to the Buena Vida Orphanage over Thanksgiving break… and yes, we definitely did ‘risk it’ driving through Tijuana, only occasionally did my dad get lost. :) In the mornings we were busy painting their living quarters and pouring cement walls, floors, and stairs we mixed by hand to enhance the livability of the orphanage. The best part, though, was spending the afternoons and evenings playing with the children, laughing, and getting to know them. The language barrier seemed non-existent and by the time our pinata fiesta farewell came at the end of the week, it was pretty heartbreaking having to leave those beautiful kids.

When we got home, my attention immediately turned to preparing for The Nutcracker ballet, the Universal Ballet Competition in Denver, and two different Youth America Grand Prixs in Salt Lake City and Las Vegas. Being a senior in high school, the pressure was on to perform well and ensure that ballet is still able to play a major role in my life after graduation. I competed in these competitions and, knowing this was my final opportunity, risked it again, giving everything I had to impress the judges with hopes of earning scholarships. During these three competitions I was thrilled to receive high scores, placing in the top 12, top 15 and top 24 with my contemporary and classical solos. Best of all, I received a full tuition scholarship to dance at the Joffrey School of Ballet in New York City this summer!

As I look back on this past year, there is no doubt that my experiences with the Distinguished Young Women program have had a major impact

on each of these accomplishments, giving me added confidence to take risks and reap the rewards I did. This program would not exist were it not for certain people who have a true love for young women and are passionate about empowering them to achieve their potential and, in fact, be their best selves for decades to come. I want to take this opportunity to especially thank my chairman and dear friend, Kayla Cruz, for the countless hours of guidance and preparation she gave me for the state competition, and countless more preparing for tonight’s production and all that has gone into this beautiful experience for 24 more girls. Sarah Johnson has also been a tremendous blessing in my life and helped me extensively over the past year. And, of course, I would be entirely remiss if I didn’t thank my parents, Paul and Natalie Bitton, for their endless love and support through it all. There are so many others I wish I could add to this thank you list. To each one of you who has done so much for me –and you know who you are– please accept my profound gratitude for every sacrifice you have made, and every kindness you’ve shown, on my behalf.

To the 24 girls who participated tonight, I want to personally congratulate and commend you for ditching your comfort zone, stepping up to the DYW challenge, and ‘risking it’ the way you did tonight.You guys absolutely killed it! You are all amazing and you have so much to be proud of.

And, to the 2024 Distinguished Young Woman of Pocatello Chubbuck– you, my friend, are in for the greatest adventure of your life. So keep ‘risking it,’ keep being your amazing self, and go get it, girl!

Signing off with love,

Anna Lee Bitton

Class of 2023

Pocatello/Chubbuck

Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Recipients

INTERVIEW

1st - Anna Campbell · 2nd - Devery Peck

SCHOLASTIC

1st - Katelyn Thorson · 2nd - Megan Mickelsen

SELF-EXPRESSION

1st - Devery Peck · 2nd - Anna Campbell

TALENT

1st - Anna Lee Bitton · 2nd - Kambree Egan

FITNESS

1st - Kambree Egan · 2nd - Anna Campbell

BE YOUR BEST SELF - Katelyn Thorson

SPIRIT OF DYW - Saige Curzon

2ND RUNNER UP - Devery Peck

1ST RUNNER UP - Kambree Egan

DYW OF 2023 - Anna Lee Bitton

65 Years of

1959 ....................................... Gerri Gene Bartz

1961 Patricia Barlow

1975 .................................................... Ann Sharp

1988 Michelle Nelson

1989 ................................................ Dana Wilson

1991 Kristen Cottle

1992 ...................................... Camile Rodriguez

1993 Kim Wilson

1994 ......................................... Tausha Stephens

1995 Carrie Fallsen

1996 ............................................... Gina Dueling

1997 Angela Weighall

1998 ........................................ Katrina Murdock

1999 Helen Hardin

2000 Tara Demuzio

2001 ............................................... Maggie Clark

2002 Nikki George

2003 ...................................... Sara Jane Marshall

2004 Whitney Jo Smith

2005 ....................................... Trinelle McKinley

2006 Jenna Sage Harris

2007 ........................................ Whitney Jackson

2008 Monique Betty

2009 ............................................. Kylie Waldram

2010 Jenna Lyons

2011 .............................................. Carly Joerger

2012 Miso Jang

2013 ................................................. Amy Gigger

2014 Sarah Hibbert

2015 ................................................. Nina Forest

2016 Holly Clay

2017 Rani Choudhury

2018 .............................................. Rachel Forest

2019 Delphinia Li

2020 ............................... Jacquelyn Christensen

2021 Sylvia Romriell

2022 ............................................ Madelyn Smith

2023 Anna Lee Bitton

Our Most Sincere Gratitude To Our Committee & Volunteers

Emcees ............................................................................................................................................................................ Laura Smith & Richy Gaona

Sound & Lighting ............................................................................................................................... ISU Stephens Performing Arts Center Staff

DYW 2023 Anna Lee Bitton

DYW 2023 Parents Paul & Natalie Bitton

Chairman ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... Kayla Cruz

Assistant Chairman .............................................................................................................................................................................. Sarah Johnson

State Program Chairman Darady Michaelson

Regional Director Emilee Yost

Judges Chairman .................................................................................................................................................................................... Emily Driscoll

Scholastic Judges Chairman............................................................................................................................................................... Alison Harding

Tabulators Jordan Driscoll, Lyn Yost

Treasurer Cindy Smith

Talent Coordinators ................................................................................................................................. MaryLynn Graham & Sherry VanEvery

Choreographers ........................................................................................................ Stacy Aplington, Emily Taylor, Kristi Gaona, Mindy Parks

Committee Members

Volunteers

Carla Albertson, Hannah Bickely, Priscilla Hibbert, Kensi Whitworth, Hanna Jang, Katelyn Christensen, Hailey Huelsman, Priscilla Hensley, Dawn Brooks, Farhana Hibbert

Alaina Bringhurst, Susie Wallentine, Emily Wright, Adam Farnes, Shelby Smith, Isabel Jensen, Kim Walker, Matt Beatty, Bryan Rayfield, Valerie Olson, Shyanne Steed, Jara Ankrum, Sylvia Tea, Jacob Lehmer, Kurt Scott, Kylie Dutton, Shandi Michelle, Lisa Wise, Parris Martin, Amanda Carter, Brandi Dye, Jodi McHugh Monique Diebels, Sonia Martinez, Matt Taylor, Kent Reynolds, Chelsie Hill, Chuck & RaeAnne Buerstatte

Workshop Presenters Libby Howe, John Coray, Jill Egan

Tickets & Programs Daylily, LLC

Photographer .............................................................................................................................................................................. Sarah J Photography

Program Sponsor

Idaho Central Credit Union

Presenting Sponsors

Idaho Power Company Portneuf Medical Center

Wilks Funeral Homes Courtesy Ford Lincoln

Amanda & Dr. Ryan Hope

Rocky Mountain Emergency Physicians

Partner Sponsors

Franklin Building Supply JR Simplot Company

David Price Insurance Agency Budget Blinds of Pocatello

Farmers Insurance - Michael Angelsey

Award Sponsors

Advantage Plus Credit Union Affinity Rental Management Alameda Vision Center

Axiom Properties & Development Bingham Memorial Hospital Black Diamond Paving

Bannock Animal Medical Center Brizzee Family Medicine Carpet Solutions

Cole Nissan Kia Dr. Vernon & Carla Esplin Elite Care Chiropractic

Gunter Exteriors Hot Spots, LLC Human Rights Collective

ISU College of Business Idaho Orthodontics - Drs. McMinn & Brown Knudsen Engineering

Leavitt Family Dentistry L & K Carpet One Nouveau Medspa & Salon

Oral Surgery Specialists of Idaho Shaver Compounding Pharmacy Belnap & Summers Orthodontics

Valentine Ballroom & Bridal Wash N Dry Laundromat We Store It Woodland Orchards

Scholarship Fund Contributors

Aaron Moore - State Farm AMP Customs Black Swan Inn

Bringhurst Family Dentistry Evans Farm Finn Chiropractic

Flo-Rite Good Wok Homes West

Jay Christenson Jerry Hong Mama Inez

Mountain View Family Medicine No Limit Guitar Piano Gallery

Real Estate Ruby Smith Baking Co. Stone’s Hyundai

Stukenholtz Laboratory Superior Physical Therapy Thai Zap

Valley View Family Dentistry

In-Kind Sponsors

A & J Floral Costco Wholesale Daylily, LLC

Doug Burch El Caporal Mexican Restaurant Grace Lutheran High School

Jungle ReTreat Phil Meador Toyota The Riverwoods Event Venue

Sarah J Photography Soda Barn Texas Roadhouse Pocatello

Class of 2023 Scholarship Awards

FITNESS

Sponsored By: Courtesy Ford

HEALTH PROFESSIONS SATELLITE AWARD

Sponsored By: Bingham Memorial Hospital

Fitness Award: $600

Fitness Award: $600

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