SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS ANNOUNCED FOR 2011

The Class of 1971, in cooperation with the SWHS Alumni Association, is proud to announce the winners in our scholarship program for 2011. This year we have awarded scholarships to three SWHS graduates who are pursuing academic career paths and one student following a vocational career path. Selected by a committee of Class of 1971 members, these students are part of the third annual scholarship awards and we are so proud to have selected:

Kristin Huggins Kristin will graduate with the SWHS class of 2011 and plans to attend the University of Washington studying Graphic and Web Design. She has volunteered as yearbook editor for her high school and for an elementary school, and is an accomplished Girl Scout. Kristin is the daughter of Meriden and Pat Huggins of Sedro-Woolley.

Chelsea Seidel A member of the SWHS Class of 2010, Chelsea currently attends Eastern Washington University in the Nursing and ROTC programs. She has volunteered at a local community kitchen in Sedro-Woolley and for various youth wrestling tournaments and clinics. Chelsea is the daughter of Chris and Rogene Seidel of Sedro-Woolley.

Roslyn Gober A graduate in the SWHS Class of 2009, Roslyn attends the University of Rochester and is majoring in Biomedical Engineering with a concentration in Cell and Tissue Engineering. She volunteers with a group that raises funds for the National Kidney Foundation, has been making quilts for Haiti, and she plays the trombone in various college ensembles. She is the daughter of Richard and Paula Helinski of Mount Vernon.

Markas Harker A graduate in the SWHS Class of 2011, Markas plans to attend Skagit Valley College to study Welding. He has volunteered at the Big Lake Fire Department and completed other volunteer opportunities through Sedro-Woolley High School. He is the son of Mariah and Shannon Dugger of Mount Vernon.

Announcements were made and these students recognized at a reception on March 31, 2011, sponsored by the Sedro-Woolley High School Alumni Association. Congratulations to all!

Class of 1971 - Scholarship winners for 2010

Tonight is Senior Awards Night at Sedro-Woolley High School! Class of 71 is so proud of the new graduates and we're ready to award our annual academic and vocational scholarships.

However, our original plan was to award one academic and one vocational scholarship per year, in the amount of $2500 each. This year, on a one-time-basis, we are exceptionally pleased to offer eight additional scholarships in the same amount for a total of 10 winners.

Wholehearted congratulations to everyone! Here are the recipients, as chosen by our committee:

Sedro-Woolley High School Class of 1971 Scholarship Awardees
Each winner receives a scholarship of $2500 to the school of their choice.

Academic Scholarships

Zachary Adams – a 2010 graduate of SWHS, plans a major in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or Microbiology as a path to medical school. Zach played football and baseball for SWHS and maintained a 4.0 grade average. He is an active volunteer with Skagit County Search and Rescue and plans to attend the University of Puget Sound. Zach is the son of Greg and Becky Adams of Sedro-Woolley.

Roslyn Gober – is a 2009 graduate of SWHS and currently attends the University of Rochester, majoring in Biomedical Engineering on the pre-medical track. She participates in the school’s Ballet Performance Group and plays trombone in several ensembles. She works part time as building manager at the school’s athletic center and is an active member in the Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority, noted for their philanthropic work with the National Kidney Foundation. Roslyn is the daughter of Paula and Richard Helinski of Mount Vernon.

Jessica DeBoer – a 2010 graduate of SWHS, plans to attend Washington State University and pursue a major in landscape architecture or agricultural education. She has contributed her time and talent to the high school’s Nursery and Landscape Team, FFA, ASB, and the Komo Kulshan Outdoor School in addition to playing soccer. Jessica is the daughter of Robert and Deana DeBoer of Concrete.

Mackenzie Shipley - a 2009 graduate of SWHS, currently attends Hartwick College in New York State and pursues a double major in mathematics and chemistry. She plays collegiate soccer, volunteers at the local food bank, and is an active member in the Colleges Against Cancer organization. Mackenzie is the daughter of Jim and Rebecca Shipley of Sedro-Woolley.

Chelsea Seidel – is a 2010 graduate of SWHS plans to attend Washington State University and major in nursing. She has participated in ASB, Girls’ Wrestling, several school clubs, and maintained a 4.0 GPA through high school. Chelsea spearheaded a 2009 project to collect stuffed animal toys for children in a Guatemalan Village and delivered the toys personally. Chelsea is the daughter of Chris and Rogene Seidel of Sedro-Woolley.

Erin Nesheim – a 2009 graduate of SWHS, currently attends Seattle Pacific University majoring in business. She volunteers with Junior Achievement, serves in a leadership role in her residence hall, and works part time as an office assistant at the SPU Alumni Center. Erin is the daughter of Michael and Teresa Nesheim of Sedro-Woolley.

Bailey Bartelt - is a 2010 graduate of SWHS and plans to attend Western Washington University with a major in pre-dental studies. She plays Fastpitch ball, works on the school yearbook, and is an active member of the Travel Club which plans a summer 2010 trip to Europe. Bailey is the daughter of Randy and Theresa Bartelt of Mount Vernon.

Seth Richards – is a 2010 graduate of SWHS and plans to attend the University of Washington, majoring in International Business with a minor in Japanese. He has been a soccer and tennis athlete, contributed time and talent to several high school clubs, volunteered at the Skagit Valley Humane Society, and maintained a 4.0 GPA through high school. Seth is the son of Wesley and Jeanie Richards of Sedro-Woolley.

Levi Stewart – is a 2010 graduate of SWHS and plans to attend Washington State University, majoring in Sports Broadcasting with a minor in Sports Management. He has played football, baseball, basketball, and received two interscholastic distinguished scholar awards. He volunteers with Skagit Literacy, helping children with homework while their parents are in class. Levi is the son of Ken and Liz Stewart of Mount Vernon.


Vocational Scholarship

Joseph Carlson - a 2010 graduate of SWHS, Joseph plans to study drafting at Bellingham Technical School with additional studies in welding technology. He volunteers with SPOT (Saving Pets One at a Time) and has participated in the track team, FFA, trap shooting, and welding clubs at school. He was the leader of a design team assigned to create a new sign for the Janicki Industry plant in Hamilton. Joseph is the son of Robin Carlson-Blair of Sedro-Woolley and Mark Carlson.