2023 Sauk Rapids Graduation

SAUK RAPIDS-RICE HIGH SCHOOL

SENIOR KEEPSAKE

A Keepsake Edition of P lic li ati li tiion ons o n ST R Pub

Hope Abraham

Parents: Justin and Katie Abraham School activities: Drama (fall musical, winter one act, spring play), concert choir and chamber choir.

Future plans: Going to university for education and theatre.

Advice to underclassmen: The unknown is scary. Don’t be afraid to explore and discover new things. You never know what you’ll discover.

Aaron Alf

Parents: Eric and Stacy Alf School activities: Culinary.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud Technical & Community College for culinary and then work in hospitality.

Advice to underclassmen: Reach out to the counselors; they will help you more than you realize.

Chase Anderson

Parents: Jeremy and Jessica Rajkowski, Jason Anderson School activities: None.

Future plans: Join the United States Marine Corps.

Advice to underclassmen: Follow your dreams, believe in yourself and never give up.

And don’t stomp your boots outside Mrs. Bemboom’s room.

Ethan Anderson

Parents: Jim and Heather Anderson School activities: Football, lacrosse, student council and DECA. Future plans: Attend Concordia College-Moorhead where I’ll major in exercise science/ pre-physician assistant and play football.

Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy high school and take life as it comes.

Allan Arseneau

Parents: Mike and Amy Arseneau School activities: DECA. Future plans: Going to St. Cloud Technical & Community College for two years, work and go into sales after college.

Advice to underclassmen: Find the right school-life balance. Have fun and work hard.

Caelei Banks

Parents: Cam and Jennifer Banks School activities: Minnesota Honor Society, Link Leaders and prom committee.

Future plans: Attend the College of St. Benedict for nursing.

Advice to underclassmen: It goes by fast, so take advantage of every opportunity and have as much fun as you can.

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Andrew Bates

Parents: James and Kelly Bates School activities: Being silly.

Future plans: Attend college and pursue architecture and real estate development.

Advice to underclassmen: It’s such a small part of your life, don’t let things get to you and make the most of it.

Travis Biery

Parents: Dave and Tammy Biery School activities: Football and lacrosse.

Future plans: Attend University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, to obtain my undergraduate degree in engineering and play football.

Advice to underclassmen: Set goals and make it your priority to achieve them. Work hard.

Brady Bauer

Parents: Adam and Jennifer Bauer School activities: Outside of school activities? No thanks.

Future plans: Attend St. John’s University in fall.

Advice to underclassmen: Success is turning in assignments on time.

Kaytlin Bittman

Parents: Dan and Julie Bittman School activities: Swimming and diving, Nordic ski and Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Future plans: Attend the University of St. Thomas to pursue a degree in legal studies.

Advice to underclassmen: None.

Olivia Bauer

Parents: Peter and Micky Bauer School activities: Soccer, Minnesota Honor Society, Common Diversity, Link Leaders and SADD. Future plans: Attend University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.

Advice to underclassmen: Take every opportunity you can; it moves by so fast.

Andrew Bemboom

Parents: Joel and Trisha Bemboom School activities: Baseball, student council and Minnesota Honor Society.

Future plans: Attend St. John’s University and major in biology. My future goal is to become a physical therapist.

Advice to underclassmen: Live in the moment and try new things; high school goes by fast.

Owen Berg

Parents: Shane and Crystal Berg School activities: Soccer, track and field, and Minnesota Honor Society.

Future plans: Graduate from University of Minnesota-Duluth with a degree in biochemistry then attend a physician assistant program.

Advice to underclassmen: Have fun. Make the most of every moment. Try new things.

Parents: Chad Bestgen, Karrie Bestgen School activities: Concert choir and drama.

Future plans: Go to University of Minnesota-Duluth for a mass communications major in order to do broadcasting.

Advice to underclassmen: Make sure to do your homework and don’t get behind; it can be hard to catch up.

Owen

Noah Blodgett

Parents: Terry and Regina Blodgett School activities: Soccer, and swimming and diving.

Future plans: Attend South Dakota State University for electronic engineering.

Advice to underclassmen: Participate in school activities and go to the sporting events.

CONGRATULATIONS Class of 2023!

Autumn Bestgen

We’re so excited to see what your future holds. You’ve worked hard and now it’s time to celebrate!

We love you Owen!

Mom, Dad & Emily

CONGRATULATIONS

Andrew Keep shining bright and bringing laughter everywhere you go. We know this next chapter will bring amazing adventures! Keep working hard and always be better than good!

Love, Mom, Dad, Megan & Addison

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Reaching for the top Roesch, Janorschke earn valedictorian, salutatorian school. Janorschke took three advanced placement courses and two college courses, also through SCSU. After experiencing four Outside of the classroom, types of learning in four Janorschke played tuba in the years due to the coronavirus school’s marching, pep and pandemic, Grace Roesch and concert bands and trombone Alex Janorschke have landed in jazz band. He was a memon top of the graduating Sauk ber of the math league and Rapids-Rice High School Minnesota Honor Society.

Class of 2023.

“One of my favorite high Roesch, daughter of Jon school memories is doing difand Julie, is given the honor ferent performances throughof valedictorian with a leading out band and marching band 4.354 GPA. and being able to play with Janorschke, son of John people you don’t always get to and Katie, is awarded as salu- play with,” Janorschke said. tatorian with a 4.341 GPA. Janorschke also made Roesch and Janorschke connections throughout his will deliver a speech in front high school career that he of their peers and commufinds valuable. nity members at the SRRHS “All of the friends I have commencement ceremony made throughout my high May 30. The event begins at school career and looking 6 p.m. and takes place at the into the future, I’ll be able Herb Brooks National Hockto reconnect with them,” ey Center on the St. Cloud Janorschke said. “Along with State University campus in St. them, all of the support and Cloud. help I have received from Both graduates have my teachers along the way found their high school (helps).” careers to be enjoyable and Roesch was part of stumemorable. dent council, Minnesota HonAs life was evolving, or Society, Link Leaders, choir Roesch and Janorschke found and Storm Leaders. She was ways to push themselves in also on the varsity basketball school. Roesch participated and tennis teams. in two advanced placement “(My favorite memory) courses and three college-level would have to be my sports courses, with credits obtained experiences,” Roesch said. at SCSU, while attending high “We made section finals in

BY MORGAN EGGERT

STAFF WRITER AND CLASS OF 2023 GRADUATE

PHOTO BY MORGAN EGGERT

Grace Roesch and Alex Janorschke stand in front of Sauk Rapids-Rice High School April 28 in Sauk Rapids. Roesch is the valedictorian and Janorschke is the salutatorian of the 2023 graduating class. basketball this year, and I also loved having my dad as a coach. In tennis, I hit 1,000 points this year and made it to the section tournament.”

With busy schedules, Roesch and Janorschke found ways to be motivated to reach the top.

“I had internal motivation and wanted to be the best version of myself in all that I do,” Roesch said.

Roesch also found key ways to succeed.

“Turning in all of your school work and assignments on time is important,” Roesch said. “Spend time out of school studying and reviewing, and do not be afraid to ask teachers questions. Also, go out of your comfort zone

and find your interests and passions.”

Janorschke, on the other hand, found his motivation through the competitive nature of class rankings.

“The moment I saw rankings and how everyone was ranked together, it pushed me to want to be on top,” Janorschke said.

Roesch plans on attending SCSU in fall to play basketball for the Huskies and major in biomedical science. She hopes to pursue a career in the medical field. Janorschke is committed to the University of Minnesota to earn a degree in physics, math, engineering or somewhere in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics field.

Sauk Rapids-Rice High School Class of 2023 Commencement Ceremony I Tuesday, May 30, 6 p.m.

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Creed Bonovsky

Erika Brenny

Annika Broman

Addison Buchanan

Amanda Burton

Maddie Butterfield

Parents: Bryan Bonovsky, Jennifer Kenning School activities: FFA. Future plans: Join the operator’s union and work full time.

Advice to underclassmen: Be nice to the teachers and staff.

Parents: Jerry and Christine Brenny School activities: FFA and softball.

Future plans: Take a year off and find out what I want to do; then, go to college if needed.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t stress the small stuff and make it fun.

Parents: Jon Broman, NiCole Broman School activities: Volleyball, basketball, track and field, Link Leaders, Storm Leaders, FFA, culinary, Green Team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Minnesota Honor Society.

Future plans: Attend college to become a large animal veterinarian.

Advice to underclassmen: High school is a great time to try new things and find what you love.

Parents: Mark and April Buchanan School activities: Tennis, Nordic ski, DECA, student council, Minnesota Honor Society and senior class officer.

Future plans: Attend the University of St. Scholastica-Duluth and major in exercise physiology.

Advice to underclassmen: Use the water fountain by the weight room; it’s the coldest.

Parents: Robin and Tammy Burton School activities: Prom committee.

Future plans: Become a correctional officer in a juvenile detention facility.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t give up; you’re so close to the end.

Parents: Bob Butterfield, Jessica Nielsen School activities: Drama and band.

Future plans: Attend college and pursue a career in journalism.

Advice to underclassmen: Good luck bud, you got this.

Annika, Parents: Greg and Kim Carter School activities: Golf and clay target.

Future plans: Work at St. Cloud Refrigeration in heating and air conditioning.

Advice to underclassmen: Graduate high school.

Parents: Todd and Amy Chantry School activities: Soccer, Minnesota Honor Society, Link Leaders and prom committee.

Future plans: Major in social work and minor in Spanish at Minnesota State University-Moorhead.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t constantly wish for the weekend. Find fun things to do after school with friends.

Parents: Wyatt and Amy Chapman School activities: Gymnastics.

Future plans: Go to school and figure out what I want to do with my life.

Advice to underclassmen: Make the most of your high school years; it goes by faster than you expect.

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Adaleena Charter

Selah Christiansen

John Claypool

Kendal Craft

Zoe Culbertson

Milo Dalman

Parents: Daniel Charter, Jill Charter School activities: Speech, drama and choir.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud State University.

Advice to underclassmen: Join activities. You’ll meet some of your closest friends and make amazing memories throughout the years.

Parents: Steve Laakso and Stephanie Christiansen School activities: USA Gymnastics Level 10 (Revolution Gymnastics) and Sauk Rapids and summer 18U softball.

Future plans: Attending the University of Minnesota for a pre-medical track.

Advice to underclassmen: Attend sporting events. That’s where you’ll end up meeting a lot of new people and/ or become closer with your friends.

Parents: Chad Claypool, Heidi Claypool School activities: Hockey, DECA and lacrosse team captain.

Future plans: Attend University of Northwestern and play lacrosse and major in kinesiology.

Advice to underclassmen: Cherish the little moments.

Parents: Keith and Kathy Craft School activities: Softball and yearbook.

Future plans: Become a probation officer.

Advice to underclassmen: Have school spirit, and go to as many school activities as you possibly can.

Parents: Matt and Tera Culbertson School activities: Soccer.

Future plans: Attend the University of Wisconsin-River Falls to pursue veterinary medicine this fall.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t fall behind but also have fun while it lasts. High school flies by faster than you think.

Parents: Ezra and Sarah Dalman School activities: None.

Future plans: I am looking forward to starting my own real estate brokerage company with my business partner.

Advice to underclassmen: Stay awake.

Drew Danielson

Hunter Diederich

Christian Ditto

Angel Dohrmann

Daniel Dusing

Morgan Eggert

Parents: Paul and Kristine Danielson School activities: Drama, speech manager, choir, chamber choir, band and Minnesota Honor Society.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud State University for software engineering.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t be afraid to try new things, and live in the moment, because high school will go by faster than you expect.

Parents: Chad Diederich, Heidi Counter School activities: Knitting and crocheting club.

Future plans: College, work and moving to the coast.

Advice to underclassmen: Morals vary depending on one’s background, geography and experience, so don’t force your’s on someone else.

Parents: Jessica Ditto School activities: Track and field.

Future plans: Electrical construction.

Advice to underclassmen: Do your assessments. Try your hardest to do as much as you can inside school, so you have less homework.

Parents: Brian Dohrmann, father; Jennifer Dohrmann, mom; Rachelle Dohrmann, step-mom School activities: Drama.

Future plans: Become a nurse for CentraCare.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t take anything too seriously, especially not yourself.

Parents: Kyle and Katie Dusing School activities: DECA, band, choir, bowling and baseball.

Future plans: Grow my business.

Advice to underclassmen: Hard work pays off.

Parents: Chad and Marie Eggert School activities: Volleyball, yearbook, DECA, Link Leaders and Storm Leaders.

Future plans: Attend the College of St. Benedict to play volleyball and major in English, teaching or business.

Advice to underclassmen: Surround yourself with people who will always be there for you.

Class motto: In growing, we have found friendship. In learning, we have shared knowledge.

In pride, we have gained memories.

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Ava Grabinski

Parents: Michael and Jesscia Grabinski School activities: Nordic ski, Green Team, Link Leaders, Minnesota Honor Society and prom committee.

Future plans: Attend a fouryear college.

Advice to underclassmen: Be involved in school activities.

Kavan Gullette

Parents: Pete and Lora Gullette School activities: Football and culinary.

Future plans: Attend college, study hospitality, start a hotel business and leave a legacy.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t waste time; spend it with friends and family to the best of your ability.

Avery Guyer

Parents: Cody Hoff School activities: Art club, archery and drama.

Future plans: Go to college to be an elementary art teacher.

Advice to underclassmen: Be pretty if you can, witty if you must, but be gracious if it kills you. - Elsie de Wolfe

Belle Haddy

Alexa Hamilton

Savanna Handeland

Parents: Randy and Cheryl Haddy School activities: Tennis, track and field, Minnesota Honor Society, Link Leaders and Storm Leaders.

Future plans: Attend University of Minnesota-Duluth and major in business (marketing and graphic design).

Advice to underclassmen: Make time for your school work but also make time for friends and fun.

Parents: Shawn and Laura Hamilton School activities: None.

Future plans: Make dinero.

Advice to underclassmen: Just do your work, so you can graduate on time.

Parents: Dave Handeland, Karen Handeland School activities: None.

Future plans: Continuing my education at the College of St. Benedict to get my nursing degree.

Advice to underclassmen: People always say high school goes by fast; it’s true, so don’t take it for granted.

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Andrew Harren

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Parents: Brad and Ann Hanson School activities: Art (painting, sketching, watercolor, pastels, photography, sculpting, pottery), competitive art exhibits, post-secondary education option student, art club, choir, band and marching band.

Future plans: Attending St. Cloud State University in fall to finish generals and focus on art. I plan to further attend an art school later on.

Advice to underclassmen: Take advantage of the college resources high school has to offer such as PSEO and college-level classes at high school.

Parents: Steve and Jill Harren School activities: Football and basketball.

Future plans: Attend St. John’s University next fall and play football.

Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy every moment.

Parents: Blane Helmin and Mary Voss School activities: Volleyball, and track and field.

Future plans: Attend Century College for elementary education and play volleyball.

Advice to underclassmen: Four years fly by, so when in doubt, go to the event; you’ll regret if you don’t. Trust me, it gets easier.

Cammille Henry

Alex Hill

Benaiah Hinz

Kieran Hixson

Ava Hollen

Isabelle Hollenbach

Parents: Jessica Holloway School activities: Common Diversity.

Future plans: I plan to become a full-time artist and eventually jump into fashion design.

Advice to underclassmen: If you develop a good relationship with the teacher, you will develop a good relationship with the class.

Parents: Dennis and Angie Hill School activities: Post-secondary education option student.

Future plans: Attend Marian University to become a nurse, but also continue my BMX cycling career.

Advice to underclassmen: Live in the moment, don’t stress on your future or the past. Keep your head up and stay strong.

Parents: David and Jennifer Hinz School activities: Swimming and diving, robotics and clay target.

Future plans: Major in mechanical engineering with a minor in aerospace or aeronautical engineering.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t be afraid to work hard in everything you do because success cannot be achieved without it.

Parents: Tim and Jessica Beierman School activities: Cross-country, wrestling, and track and field.

Future plans: Join Air Force special forces.

Advice to underclassmen: Set yourself up for the future and have fun.

Parents: Ted Hollen School activities: None.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud Technical & Community College this fall for psychology and counseling.

Advice to underclassmen: Never be afraid to speak up or ask a question.

Parents: Lucas and Angela Hollenbach School activities: St. Cloud Just for Kix. Future plans: Work and potentially attend school for cosmetology.

Advice to underclassmen: Success is not final. Failure is not fatal; it is the courage to continue that counts.

Class colors: Gold and Silver

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Isaiah Jancik

Alex Janorschke

Natalie Jansen

Emmi Janski

Gabriella Jaskolka

Connor Johnson

Parents: Terry and Barb Jancik School activities: Adaptive soccer, hockey and softball.

Future plans: I would like to be a diesel mechanic.

Advice to underclassmen: Work hard and be yourself.

Parents: John and Katie Janorschke School activities: Math league, jazz band, marching band and Minnesota Honor Society.

Future plans: Pursue a degree in physics or engineering at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.

Advice to underclassmen: Join activities after school; they’re more fun than you think.

Parents: Perry and Angela Jansen School activities: Lacrosse, dance, DECA and yearbook.

Future plans: College.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t walk slow during passing time.

Parents: Scott and Jacki Janski School activities: Dance.

Future plans: Finish my associate degree at St. Cloud Technical & Community College and then move to a four-year college for healthcare administration.

Advice to underclassmen: Take it all in. It goes by fast, so try everything and enjoy the little moments.

Parents: Jesse and Michelle Jaskolka School activities: Tennis, SADD and prom committee.

Future plans: Study criminology in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t procrastinate and have fun.

Parents: Eric and Jana Johnson School activities: Drama, band and choir.

Future plans: Attend Bemidji State University for music education.

Advice to underclassmen: Things will be rough sometimes. Push through. It’s all worth it in the end.

Emma Johnson

Lexie Johnson

Selena Johnson

Parents: Eric Johnson and Kelly Wheeler School activities: SADD and post-secondary education option student.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud State University for social studies education.

Advice to underclassmen: This is not a time to joke around, focus on your studies, they matter. Whatever you do during this time, don’t regret it, because you can’t go back.

Parents: AJ and Sandy Johnson School activities: Volleyball.

Future plans: Attend Minnesota State University-Mankato to major in aviation.

Advice to underclassmen: As cliché as it is, time flies, so make the most of it and don’t take anything for granted.

Parents: Delvon Tarrio, Dorothy Johnson School activities: None.

Future plans: Attend a college and pursue a career in psychology.

Advice to underclassmen: Never cram for a test. Make sure you spread out studying.

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Kelsey Jonas

Parents: Patrick Abel and Jennifer Jonas-Abel School activities: Art club.

Future plans: Attend the Model College of Hair Design and get my cosmologist license and be a successful hair dresser.

Advice to underclassmen: Focus on being you and what you want to be rather that what everyone else is doing or wearing.

Joelle Kelly

Parents: Julie Kelly School activities: Drama, speech, band and marching band.

Future plans: Go to a two-year college and move to Boston and become a writer and act on the side.

Advice to underclassmen: My advice is to do and try new things even if you’re scared to do it because sometimes giving those things a try could make your life better.

Kaitlyn Kimman

Parents: Duane and Michelle Kimman School activities: Volleyball, track and field, Minnesota Honor Society, Link Leaders, DECA and Green Team.

Future plans: Study kinesiology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t stress too much. Enjoy the time you have in high school. Participate in as much as possible and don’t pass up opportunities.

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Lauren Klein

Parents: Jeremy Kirt, Sara Kirt School activities: SADD. Future plans: Go to college for respiratory therapy.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t procrastinate.

Parents: Jeff and Nicole Klein School activities: Football, basketball and DECA. Future plans: Attend St. John’s University, where I will play football and major in finance.

Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy it while you can; high school goes by fast.

Parents: Jeff and Nicole Klein School activities: Swimming and diving, and Link Leaders.

Future plans: Attend University of Minnesota-Duluth.

Advice to underclassmen: Attend games and dances.

Enjoy high school while it lasts.

Chloe Klinefelter

Jonathan Klungtvedt

Ella Knutson

Parents: Greg and Jenny Klinefelter School activities: Softball for a little bit.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud Technical & Communtiy College to complete my generals and then move out of state to further my education.

Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy it while it lasts. Be kind to everyone and enjoy the little things.

Parents: not disclosed School activities: Watching basketball and football.

Future plans: Get a good job.

Advice to underclassmen: Keep your head up. You can make it.

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Parents: Bradley Thompson, Jesscia Knutson School activities: None.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud Technical & Community College to pursue a career in nursing.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t stress too much. Be yourself and have fun.

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Elizabeth Kothman

Parents: Brian and Jill Kothman School activities: Drama and choir.

Future plans: Just go with the flow and see where life takes me.

Advice to underclassmen: Be yourself, but make it your best self.

Liberty Kosloski

Parents: Jason Kosloski, Lisa Love School activities: Diving, gymnastics, yearbook and many more.

Advice to underclassmen: Appreciate what is in the moment, because when it is taken away, you realize how much you actually enjoy and need it.

Evan Kramer

Parents: Jason Kramer, Amy Kramer School activities: None.

Future plans: Attend college at North Dakota State University and study business.

Advice to underclassmen: Stay focused and still have fun.

Morgan Kreuser

Parents: John Kreuser, Angela Leyh School activities: Softball.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud Technical & Community College for nursing or cosmetology school for esthetician.

Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy high school as much as possible because time goes by fast.

Jada Kuhl

Parents: Josephine Russell School activities: None.

Future plans: Go to Alexandria Technical & Community College to be in law enforcement.

Advice to underclassmen: Work on your homework, so you don’t fall behind.

Mia Lambrecht

Parents: Mike Lambrecht, Maile Tolbert School activities: Swimming and diving, clay target, and knowledge bowl.

Future plans: Go to Alexandria Technical & Community College to become a registered nurse and further my medical career.

Advice to underclassmen: Follow your dreams and always work hard to reach them.

Class of 2023

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CONGRATULATIONS

Graduates Madison Lavery

Victoria Lo

Max Loesch

Parents: Joseph and Julie Lavery School activities: Softball.

Future plans: Study criminal justice at St. Cloud State University in fall.

Advice to underclassmen: Put down your phone and enjoy being present. Otherwise, you’ll look up and realize you missed everything.

Parents: Chong and Mayzone Lo School activities: Student council, DECA, Green Team, Link Leaders, band, Minnesota Honor Society, drama, knitting and crocheting club, knowledge bowl and prom committee.

Future plans: Go to St. Catherine University and study for a major in business adminstration and minor in digital marketing and leadership.

Advice to underclassmen: Try to find friends anywhere; it’s important to feel like you belong. Once you find the friends who help you grow, don’t let them go.

Parents: Mark and Stephanie Loesch School activities: Football, basketball, student council and DECA. Future plans: Attend University of Minnesota-Duluth and major in finance.

Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy it while it lasts.

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Parents: Jeff and Kim Martin School activities: Track and field, and cross-country.

Future plans: Go to St. Cloud State University.

Advice to underclassmen: Do out of school activities and enjoy every moment.

Parents: Tim and Staci Martinez School activities: Choir.

Future plans: Attend Concordia College-Moorhead and major in music education (vocal) and psychology.

Advice to underclassmen: Make friends; sometimes you’ll end up meeting your best friends.

Parents: Darrin and Heidi Martinson School activities: Band, choir, jazz band and chamber choir.

Future plans: Graduate college with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and start a marine business with a friend.

Advice to underclassmen: Try your best to not fall behind.

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class of 2023 top 10 SAUK RAPIDS – The Sauk Rapids-Rice High School has announced its top GPA achievers for the class of 2023. Grace Roesch leads the class as valedictorian, and Alex Janorshcke comes in second as salutatorian. The following top 10 list is chronicled in alphabetical order.

Caelei Banks is the daughter of Cam and Jennifer, of Rice. She was a member of the Minnesota Honor Society and the prom committee. She danced competitively at Just For Kix where she also worked as a dance instructor. When Banks is not at school or dancing, she enjoys watching movies and spending time with her family and friends. Banks plans to attend the College of St. Benedict to pursue a career in nursing.

Andrew Bemboom is the son of Joel and Trisha, of Sartell. He spent his high school career as part of the Minnesota Honor Society and student council where he was the treasurer and served on the executive board.

He enjoys participating in baseball and hopes to make another state appearance this year. In summer, people can find him umpiring youth baseball. Bemboom plans to attend St. John’s University, pursuing a degree in biology.

Owen Berg is the son of Shane and Crystal, of St. Cloud. He was involved in Minnesota Honor Society and basketball.

He was a captain of the soccer team and participated in track and field.

Outside of school, he likes to snowboard, golf, throw bean bags, play cards and do anything outside. He

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also worked at Target and Territory Golf Club. Berg plans to attend the University of Minnesota-Duluth to pursue a degree in biochemistry and plans to be a physician’s assistant.

Annika Broman is the daughter of Jonathan and NiCole, of Sauk Rapids. She participated in volleyball, basketball, and track and field. She was treasurer of Minnesota Honor Society and a member of FFA, Link Leaders, Green Team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Storm Buddies and the culinary team, which made it to nationals this year. She was a captain of the basketball and track and field teams.

In her spare time, she volunteers at the Tri-County Humane Society and spends time with friends and family. Broman plans to become a large animal veterinarian. She is un-

decided on which college she plans to start her journey.

Benaiah Hinz is the son of David and Jennifer, of St. Cloud. He was part of the robotics team, swimming and diving team, and Link Leaders.

He was inducted into the National Society of High School Scholars and selected to be a Triple A Award recipient. Outside of school, he enjoys flying planes, traveling and spending time with his family and friends. He is looking forward to the next chapter and plans to work hard, make new connections and keep the faith. Hinz plans to attend South Dakota State University, majoring in mechanical engineering and minoring in aerospace engineering, aviation and math.

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Top 10 from page 14 Alex Janorschke, salutatorian, is the son of John and Katie, of Sauk Rapids. He was largely involved in the music program. He was section leader of the marching band and participated in concert band, jazz band and pep band. He was in the Minnesota Honor Society and was captain of math league. Most of his spare time was spent focusing on his academics and school activities. Janorschke plans to pursue a degree in physics at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, where he will also be part of the University’s Pride of Minnesota Marching Band.

Kaitlyn Kimman is the daughter of Duane and Michelle, of Rice.

She was a volleyball and track and field participant. She also enjoyed being involved in the Minnesota Honor Society, Green Team and DECA. Kimman plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison to pursue a degree in kinesiology.

Chloe Molitor is the daughter of Mike and Shanon, of Rice. She participated in softball, was a member of the culinary team and was co-captain of math league. Her favorite classes were math and culinary; she loved learning and helping others.

Outside of school, she

loves hanging out with friends and working. Molitor plans to attend North Dakota State University to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering and minor in biomedical engineering. She hopes to someday work on prosthetics and artificial organs.

Eric Paulsen is the son of Tim and Janel, of Sauk Rapids. He has enjoyed being part of the SabreStorm fishing team.

His main focus has been working on lawncare and landscaping. In the spring, summer and fall, he works for CR Lawncare and runs his own business. Paulsen plans to continue to work full time and run his own business while looking into future academic and business opportunities.

Grace Roesch, valedictorian, is the daughter of Jon and Julie, of Sauk Rapids. She participated in several school activities including student council, Minnesota Honor Society, Link Leaders and Storm Leaders. She also was on the tennis and basketball teams. She enjoyed volunteering on various school drives. She looks forward to leaving a positive impact on all she does.

Roesch plans to major in biology at St. Cloud State University and plans to play basketball.

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Bailei Miller

Parents: Keith Miller, Dori Miller School activities: None.

Future plans: I have no plan (and I want people to know that is OK).

Advice to underclassmen: Do it right the first time, so you can get out faster.

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Heidi Montag

Parents: Brian and Christa Montag School activities: FFA. Future plans: Go to St. Cloud State University.

Advice to underclassmen: Participate as much as you possibly can.

Emma Miller

Parents: Jeff and Jessica Miller School activities: DECA, dance team and Link Leader.

Future plans: Attend Winona State University to major in either marketing or businesses education.

Advice to underclassmen: Pretty soon you’ll be filling out one of these senior forms and picking up your graduation cap and gown, so soak it up. Make it what you want it to be.

Kella Mrozek

Parents: Jake and Crista Mrozek School activities: None.

Future plans: Attend the University of Minnesota and major in optometry.

Advice to underclassmen: Prioritize your health, both mental and physical.

Saige Moliga

Parents: Gilbert and Sharna Moliga School activities: Dance, Link Leaders, class officer, student council and DECA. Future plans: Real estate agent.

Advice to underclassmen: Always have a dollar on you for school store cookies.

April Nelson

Parents: Chris and Becky Nelson School activities: Golf, DECA and art.

Future plans: Attend the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities College of Science & Engineering and major in data science.

Advice to underclassmen: Do at least one thing every day that makes the day more meaningful because high school will be over before you know it.

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Kella Wishing you all the best on your next adventure at the University of Minnesota!

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Jasmine Oliver

Parents: Daniel and Linda Oliver School activities: Dungeons & Dragons Club, yearbook, Link Crew and prom committee.

Future plans: Attend Alexandria Technical & Community College in fall.

Advice to underclassmen: Join lots of clubs, make lots of friends and don’t be rude to other students.

Carter Peplinski

Parents: Mike and Jen Peplinski School activities: Hockey and golf.

Future plans: Work in the trades.

Advice to underclassmen: Get to class on time and get your homework in on time.

David Otremba

Parents: Jim and Maureen Otremba School activities: Miracle League of Central Minnesota and watching baseball.

Future plans: InStep Program, ISD. 742 and enjoy life.

Advice to underclassmen: Love God and love people.

Don’t worry; be happy now.

Charlie Peterson

Parents: Brett and Jennifer Peterson School activities: Soccer, swimming and diving, clay target, robotics and choir.

Future plans: Pursue engineering in college as well as be a part of a competitive robotics team.

Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy every moment. You do not notice time flying by until it is already gone.

Luke Pakkala

Parents: Brent Pakkala and Nicole Kopel School activities: Hockey, baseball and DECA. Future plans: Attend St. John’s University.

Advice to underclassmen: Time flies.

Ajiah Quach

Parents: Cu and Elizabeth Quach School activities: Track and field, student council and DECA. Future plans: Attend College of St. Benedict and major in biology.

Advice to underclassmen: Make time for people and things that are important to you.

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Parents: Doug and Kristi Patterson School activities: Football, hockey and baseball.

Future plans: Go to Southwest Minnesota State University to study business and play football.

Advice to underclassmen: Have fun.

Parents: Tim and Janel Paulsen School activities: SabreStorm fishing team.

Future plans: Continue to build on business opportunities I have started.

Advice to underclassmen: Always work hard and keep moving forward.

Richelle Peacock

Parents: Tracy and Michelle Peacock School activities: Swimming and diving.

Future plans: Attend North Dakota State University to major in animal science with plans to become veterinarian.

Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy it. The years go faster than you think.

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Blake Rakowski

Parents: Steve Rakowski, Andrea Harris School activities: None.

Future plans: Be free.

Advice to underclassmen: None.

Eva Ramon

Parents: Susan McFarland School activities: Common diversity.

Future plans: I’m going to try anything new; go for the things I’m interested in like dancing, singing, being a motivational speaker and learning three languages.

Advice to underclassmen: Do new things even if they are scary. You will always learn from it, good or bad. Find your true wants in life, and keep getting up from the really bad times.

Justin Reichard

Parents: John Nguyen and Sheila Johnson School activities: None.

Future plans: Go into the automotive technician field.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t make school your only focus in high school; have fun.

Austin Reid

Parents: Cole Reid, Sara Emslander School activities: None.

Future plans: Investments and open my own trade business.

Advice to underclassmen: Be a good person. The world and the people in it need it.

Ellie Retka

Parents: John Retka, Keisa Malloy School activities: None.

Future plans: Keep moving up in the working world.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t be afraid to try something new.

Madison Ann Riedeman

Parents: Steven and Kimberly Riedeman School activities: Post-secondary education option student.

Future plans: Continue at St. Cloud State University and to major in general business.

Advice to underclassmen: Stay focused, get homework done and get involved at SRRHS.

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Parker Rieland

Parents: Jeff and Melissa Rieland School activities: None.

Future plans: Attend Bemidji State University and become a certified public accountant.

Advice to underclassmen: Take time for yourself. Don’t overcrowd your schedule because you still need time to be a kid.

Brady Roberts

Parents: Randy Roberts and Denise Roberts (Templin) School activities: Student council, prom committee, principals cabinet, Benton County 4-H, St.Cloud Just For Kix (dance and coaching).

Future plans: Attend the Transfer Pathways program at St. Cloud Technical & Community College for elementary education and then transfer to a four-year state college.

Advice to underclassmen: Try your best and stay true to who you are. Find your passion and have fun with it.

Carley Roberts

Parents: Randy Roberts and Denise Roberts (Templin) School activities: Soccer.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud Technical & Community College in the fall for nursing.

Advice to underclassmen: Join everything that interests you, and don’t be afraid to try something new.

Alexis Rockenbach

Parents: Richard and Tammi Lane School activities: Link Leaders.

Future plans: Go to the Aveda Arts and Science Institute for a degree in cosmetology and business.

Advice to underclassmen: Keep pushing through. I promise it’s worth it in the end.

Josiah Rodriguez

Parents: Jayson Rodriguez and Cristina Rodriguez School activities: Golf and DECA. Future plans: Travel the world and meet new people.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t be scared to try new things and make mistakes.

All students in the senior class were offered the opportunity to be featured in this publication. Star Publications solicited responses for its Class of 2023 Graduation Keepsakes through multiple avenues, including its newspapers, websites and social media platforms as well as contact through school districts by newsletters and Cap and Gown days. Participation in this publication is optional.

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Grace Roesch

Lily Rogholt

Mia Rogholt

Trista Rosa

Parents: Jon and Julie Roesch School activities: Tennis, basketball, student council, Minnesota Honor Society, Link Leaders and Storm Leaders.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud State University to major in the biomedical science program and play basketball.

Advice to underclassmen: It is super important to be involved. Give a great effort in all you do.

Parents: Phil and Megan Rogholt School activities: Swimming and diving, drama, knowledge bowl, Link Leaders and marching band.

Future plans: Attend St. Olaf College.

Advice to underclassmen: Courage does not always roar, sometimes it says, “I will try again tomorrow.”

Parents: Chris and Rebecca Rogholt School activities: Basketball.

Future plans: Attend the College of St. Benedict and major in psychology.

Advice to underclassmen: Get involved in activities.

Parents: Paul and Tonya Rosa School activities: None.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud State University.

Advice to underclassmen: Make the most of your high school experience by branching out and trying new things because it goes by fast.

Zachary Rucks

Mason Rudolph

Ella Rueter

Lauren Schelske

Parents: Michael and Carmen Rucks School activities: DECA. Future plans: Attend St. Cloud Technical & Community College for business management.

Advice to underclassmen: Keep up on your assignment.

Parents: Nate and Gina Rudolph School activities: Football and basketball.

Future plans: Attend college for business.

Advice to underclassmen: Defeat Sartell.

Parents: Nathan and Nicole Rueter School activities: Golf, DECA, student council and senior class officer.

Future plans: Attend University of Minnesota-Duluth and major in business.

Advice to underclassmen: Take the time to soak it all in because the time does fly by.

Parents: Josh Schelske, Kristi Schelske School activities: FFA. Future plans: Earn an associate degree in biology at technical college.

Advice to underclassmen: Pay attention and do your work in class.

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Parents: Alan and Odessa Scherr School activities: Spectator for sporting events.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud Technical & Community College.

Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy your time in high school.

Parents: Ryan Schmidt and Danielle Stroad School activities: FFA and prom committee.

Future plans: Attend the Model College of Hair Design for cosmetology.

Advice to underclassmen: Turn in work on time and use class time efficiently.

Parents: Kevin and Holly Schoenherr School activities: None.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud State University and major in biomedical science because I want to pursue a career in the medical field.

Advice to underclassmen: Get involved in as many opportunities as possible, so you understand yourself and your interests better.

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Parents: Brian and Amber Schoenherr School activities: Golf (three-year captain), student council president, Link Leaders, Storm Leaders and yearbook editor.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud Technical & Community College for nursing in fall.

Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy it while you can; time goes by fast.

Parents: Dan and Karen Schueller School activities: Drama, band and knowledge bowl.

Future plans: Attending St. Cloud State University in the fall, majoring in psychology.

Advice to underclassmen: Your efforts will never betray you. All your efforts will pay off. - Lee Taeyong.

Parents: Jeff and Sarah Schulz School activities: Clay target.

Future plans: Be a plumber at J-Berd.

Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy high school and high school will be the easiest thing you’ll do.

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Katelynn Sevre

Cade Smallbrock

Parents: Joe Smith, Amanda Smith School activities: None.

Future plans: Attend college and join the military.

Advice to underclassmen: Try something new and see where it takes you.

Parents: Kevin Sevre, Amy Sevre School activities: Dance, student council and Minnesota Honor Society.

Future plans: Attend the University of St. Thomas, and I plan to major in nursing.

Advice to underclassmen: Quitting is OK. Try a little bit of everything.

Parents: Curt Smallbrock, Laura Tate School activities: Golf and fishing team.

Future plans: Attend the University of North Dakota for a finance degree.

Advice to underclassmen: Take the classes that interest you; don’t feel pressured to take classes you don’t want to.

I am so incredibly proud of all you have accomplished, and am super excited for your next adventure!

Love you to the moon & back, Mom

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Cole Sowada

Parents: Jeff and Une Solorz School activities: Baseball, DECA and student council.

Future plans: Attend St. John’s University to study political science and play baseball.

Advice to underclassmen: Remember to take time to enjoy the present.

Parents: not disclosed School activities: Volleyball and Common Diversity.

Future plans: Practice herbal healing, travel, start my own business, and teach peace and healing.

Advice to underclassmen: Give yourself grace.

Parents: Keith Sowada, Mary Ellen Sowada School activities: Tennis and swimming and diving.

Future plans: Attend Central Michigan University in the fall for elementary education.

Advice to underclassmen: Get involved.

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Chloe Sunder

Parents: Vern and Shantel Spoden School activities: Project For Teens, Link Leaders and dance.

Future plans: Attend Minnesota State University-Mankato for family and consumer science education. I will graduate and become a teacher.

Advice to underclassmen: Work hard, keep your head up and make the best memories.

Always have fun.

Parents: Jeremy Stover and Shari Stover School activities: Swimming and diving.

Future plans: Attend North Dakota State University for sonography.

Advice to underclassmen: Cherish every single day because time moves quickly.

Parents: Clyde and Candyce Sunder School activities: Tennis.

Future plans: Attend North Dakota State University to obtain a degree in radiologic sciences.

Advice to underclassmen: High school goes by fast; take advantage of every opportunity.

Joshua Tapio

Jack Theis

Nolan Thell

Parents: Nick and Randi Tapio School activities: Soccer, baseball and DECA. Future plans: Soccer and baseball.

Advice to underclassmen: Don’t dwell on the past; rather, prepare yourself for the future.

Parents: Richard and Jolene Theis School activities: None.

Future plans: Attend St. Cloud State University and major in criminal justice.

Advice to underclassmen: None.

Parents: Cris and Deb Thell School activities: Hockey, baseball, DECA and student council.

Future plans: Attend a fouryear college and get a finance degree.

Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy high school. It goes by faster than you think.

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Simon Thompson

Parents: Jesse Ponsness and Josie Sauer, Jon and Jen Thompson School activities: Nordic ski, student council and Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Future plans: Begin a career in the railroad industry.

Advice to underclassmen: Anything worth doing is worth doing well.

Grace Urbowicz

Parents: Mark and Nicole Urbowicz School activities: Golf.

Future plans: Own a law firm.

Advice to underclassmen: Take post secondary education option and Huskies in the High School classes to help save money.

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Brenna Weinand

Parents: Mike and Heidi Weinand School activities: Gymnastics.

Future plans: Attend University of Minnesota-Duluth.

Advice to underclassmen: Get a planner and use it.

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Parker Weirens

Parents: Adam Weirens, Kim Weirens School activities: Soccer.

Future plans: Attend the University of Minnesota-Duluth for finance.

Advice to underclassmen: Cherish the early years. They go faster than you expect.

Carley Weisenbeck

Parents: Carl and Michelle Weisenbeck School activities: Gymnastics and Minnesota Honor Society.

Future plans: Pursue clinical psychiatry at Florida International University in Miami.

Advice to underclassmen: Anything is attainable if you apply yourself and make it happen.

Matthew Woeste

Parents: John and Sarah Woeste School activities: Clay target and FFA. Future plans: Attend St. Cloud Technical & Community College for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning program.

Advice to underclassmen: Find a balance between friends, school and work. Find what you like.

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