Congratulations WHS Class of 2022!
Seniors released to conquer the next stage of life
Launch the media gallery 1 playerCongratulations to the Wahoo High School Class of 2022!
This year's senior class celebrated its final day of school on Wednesday, May 4. Graduation was celebrated on Sunday, May 8 at 1:30 p.m. in the high school gymnasium.
Fifty-three percent of this year's graduates plan to attend a four-year college or university, 25 percent plan to attend a two-year college, 4 percent will join the workforce or are undecided about their future choice, and 18 percent will enlist into a branch of the military.
Seniors will attend 24 different post-secondary learning institutions, the largest numbers attending the University of Nebraska at Lincoln (15), Southeast Community College (14), and Wayne State College (9).
This senior class also realized success on the ACT: 12 seniors scored a 25 or better, and 8 seniors scored a 30 or better.
Eighty percent of seniors applied for local scholarships. More than $100,000 in local scholarships were awarded to this year's senior class.
Valedictorian & Salutatorian
Congratulations 2022 Wahoo High School Salutatorian Rebecca Wotipka and Valedictorian Katelyn Urban!
Academic Honor Graduates
Congratulations Class of 2022 Academic Honor Graduates (top 15%), from left: Jessica Snelling, Luke Polacek, Gavin Pokorny, Ben Thrasher, Hannah Jorgensen, Kyan Lausterer, Katelyn Urban, Rebecca Wotipka, Maya Foxworthy, Mara Dobesh, Cody Bailey, Mikala Cuda, Kaitlin Arney, and Josie Sutton.
Scholarships
Click HERE to view a listing of local scholarship winners. Scholarships were awarded at a reception on Sunday, May 1.
Class Song
"Home" by Phillip Phillips
Class Color
Blue
Class Flower
Yellow Rose
Class Motto
"Our lives are before us. Our pasts are behind us, but our memories are forever with us." --Thomas Rhett
Members of the Class of 2022:
(*= National Honor Society, §= Academic Honor Graduate)
| § Kaitlin Nohalani Arney | Braydon Joseph Lofgren | |
| * § Cody Ray Bailey | Keegan David Lowther | |
| Sydney Lee Barnes | * Taylor Ruth Luben | |
| * Abigail Alexis Borchers | Colin Daniel Ludvik | |
| Jake Joseph Bordovsky | * Caleb Alexander Malousek | |
| Malachi Leland Bordovsky | Gavin Maxwell Markvicka | |
| Adina Daniela Buleandra | Brooklyn Helene Marxsen | |
| Ruzenka Ann Carlson | Justin Keith McEvoy | |
| Tabitha Elaine Cooney | Nicholas Charles McFadden | |
| * § Mikala Christine Cuda | Peyton Thomas Nelson | |
| Wyatt Kenneth Demaray | Makenzie Ann Nosky | |
| Mickele Jean Divis | Dylan Jonathon Novak | |
| * § Mara Lyn Dobesh | Dustin Jacob Otte | |
| Matthew Dillon Dooley | Gladis Meliza Perez | |
| Star Katelyn Eckley | Matthew Thomas Phillips | |
| Allison May Eggleston | * § Gavin Curtis Pokorny | |
| Mya Grace Emerson | * § Luke Douglas Polacek | |
| Benjamin Riley Eriksen | Carson Lynn Reynolds | |
| Raven Marie Etherington | Michael Beauregard Robinson | |
| Samuel Karsten Flores | Sydney Shea Roucka | |
| * § Maya Lynn Foxworthy | Olivia Marie Rustermier | |
| Haley Jane Galloway | Elizabeth Michelle Sellke | |
| * Karley Ann Golladay | Silas Riley Shellito | |
| Joshua Drew Vculek Graber | Waylon Roland Sherman | |
| Trent Jonathan Hallowell | Haleigh Katherine Simanek | |
| Brandon Lee Hasenkamp | Isaiah Paul Simon | |
| Kyra Nichole Hays | Myles Ryan Simon | |
| Joseph James Herrera | * § Jessica Elizabeth Snelling | |
| Anthony Troy Hoffman | Clare Elizabeth Spangler | |
| Emali Kay Holtz | Cheyenne Alisa Standley | |
| * Brody James Jacobsen | Deena Mae Stang | |
| Carter Lane Jenecek | Bethany Payton Stuart | |
| Jacob Ryan Jarrett | * § Josie Rae Sutton | |
| * KaDee Huai Johnson | Curtis Dwight Swahn | |
| Kyleigh Marie Johnson | Brennan Mackay Teter | |
| Spencer Miller Jonas | § Ben Christopher Thrasher | |
| * § Hannah Joelle Jorgensen | * Caden Scott Tingelhoff | |
| Garritt Joseph Kavan | * § Katelyn Maye Urban | |
| * Kylee Ann Kenning | Klarice Rose Raye Waage | |
| Jessa Lorraine Koch | Andrew Robert Waido | |
| * Rylee Jo Koehler | * Nicki Renae Walla | |
| Mason Lee Kreitzer | Amber Nicole Walls | |
| * Mya Isabelle Larson | * § Rebecca Lynn Wotipka | |
| * § Kyan Kalvin Lausterer | Evelyn Zaragoza | |
| * Carson Russell Lavaley | ||
| Aiden James Linden |
Senior Plans
Kaitlin Nohalani Arney is the daughter of Kim and Mike Arney. She plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University and major in Environmental Geology.
Cody Ray Bailey is the son of Mona Bailey and Troy Giles. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Omaha and major in Psychology. He is a member of the National Honor Society.
Sydney Lee Barnes is the daughter of Stacey and Tony Barnes. She plans to attend Missouri State University and major in Acting.
Abigail Alexis Borchers is the daughter of Julie and Josh Borchers. Her postsecondary plans are undeclared. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Jake Joseph Bordovsky is the son of Nicki and Kevin Bordovsky. He plans to attend Southeast Community College and major in Business.
Malachi Leland Bordovsky is the son of Jennifer and Chris Bordovsky. He plans to attend Iowa Western Community College and major in Construction Management.
Adina Daniela Buleandra is the exchange student residing with Kristin and Scott Carlson. She plans to return to Romania and attend the University to study psychology.
Ruzenka Ann Carlson is the daughter of Kristi and Rick Carlson. She plans to enroll in the 21 Program after graduation.
Tabitha Elaine Cooney is the daughter of Tara and Ronald Cooney. She plans to attend Central Community College and major in Graphic Design.
Mikala Christine Cuda is the daughter of Angela Cuda. She plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and her major is undeclared. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Wyatt Kenneth Demaray is the son of Janette and Mike Demaray. He plans to enter the workforce after graduation.
Mickele Jean Divis is the daughter of Nancy and Don Divis. She plans to attend the University of South Dakota and major in History and Political Science.
Mara Lyn Dobesh is the daughter of Bridget and Kevin Dobesh. She plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University and major in Elementary Education. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Matthew Dillon Dooley is the son of Cari Sweet and Lonnie Dooley. He plans to enter the workforce after graduation.
Star Katelyn Eckley is the daughter of Kristi and Jay Eckley. She was an early graduate and planned to attend Capitol School of Hairstyling and Esthetics and major in Cosmetology and Esthetics.
Allison May Eggleston is the daughter of Collene Vanek and Justin Eggleston. She was an early graduate and planned to attend Southeast Community College and major in Nursing.
Mya Grace Emerson is the daughter of Leah and Erik Emerson. She plans to attend Southeast Community College and major in Dental Assisting.
Benjamin Riley Eriksen is the son of Amy Nelson and Mike O’Flaherty and the stepson of Lane Nelson. He plans to enter the workforce after graduation.
Raven Marie Etherington is the daughter of Amanda Prohaska and Sheldon Etherington. She plans to attend Southeast Community College and major in Practical Nursing.
Samuel Karsten Flores is the son of Sharyl and Jorge Flores. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Music Education.
Maya Lynn Foxworthy is the daughter of Jodi Kuchera and Rob Foxworthy. She plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and her major is undeclared. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Haley (Hayden) Jane Galloway is the granddaughter of Kathy Knudsen. She was an early graduate and planned to attend the University of Nebraska-Omaha and major in Psychology.
Karley Ann Golladay is the daughter of Gretchen and Vernon Golladay. She plans to attend Doane University and major in Business Marketing. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Joshua Drew Vculek Graber is the son of Angie and Mike Vculek. He has enlisted in the United States Marine Corps.
Trent Jonathan Hallowell is the son of Cynthia Beasley and Jonathan Hallowell. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Marketing.
Brandon Lee Hasenkamp is the son of Jeanie and Jeremy Hasenkamp. He plans to attend Southeast Community College and major in Automotive or Diesel Technology.
Kyra Nichole Hays is the daughter of Beth Vech and stepdaughter of Dave Vech. She plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University and major in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation.
Joseph James Herrera is the son of Vicki and Jon Herrera. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Agricultural Business.
Anthony Troy Hoffman is the son of Candice Nosky and Troy Hoffman and the stepson of Robert Nosky. He plans to enter the workforce after graduation.
Emali Kay Holtz is the stepdaughter of Ann Holtz and the daughter of Jason Holtz and Brittany Roeber. She was an early graduate and planned to attend Joseph’s College and major in Cosmetology.
Brody James Jacobsen is the son of Courtney and Paul Jacobsen. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Graphic Design. He is a member of the National Honor Society.
Carter Lane Janecek is the son of Amber and Adam Janecek. He plans to enter the workforce after graduation.
Jacob Ryan Jarrett is the son of Veronica and Ron Jarrett. He plans to enter the workforce after graduation.
KaDee Huai Johnson is the daughter of Cherie and Rod Johnson. She plans to attend Concordia University and major in Biology. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Kyleigh Marie Johnson is the daughter of Sabrina and Jerry Johnson. She plans to enter the workforce after graduation.
Spencer Miller Jonas is the son of Melissa Miller and Nathaniel Jonas. He has enlisted in the Nebraska National Guard and plans to attend Wayne State College and major in Computer Science.
Hannah Joelle Jorgensen is the daughter of Janice and Kent Jorgensen. She plans to attend Wayne State College and major in Early Childhood Education and Family Studies. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Garritt Joseph Kavan is the son of Sandra and Norm Kavan. He plans to attend Southeast Community College and major in Precision Machining.
Kylee Ann Kenning is the stepdaughter of Christine Kenning and the daughter of James Kenning. She plans to attend York College and major in Pre-Chiropractic. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Jessa Lorraine Koch is the daughter of Melissa and Charles Brimmer. She plans to enter the workforce after graduation.
Rylee Jo Koehler is the daughter of Stacy and Curt Koehler. She plans to attend Wayne State College and major in Elementary Education.
Mason Lee Kreitzer is the son of Andrea and Derrek Kreitzer. He plans to attend Southeast Community College and major in Plumbing Technology.
Mya Isabelle Larson is the daughter of Trisha and Daron Larson. She plans to attend Montana State University and major in Business Marketing. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Kyan Kalvin Lausterer is the son of Julie and Jovan Lausterer. He plans to attend the University of Arkansas and major in Business/Law. He is a member of the National Honor Society.
Carson Russell Lavaley is the son of Marni and Brandon Lavaley. He plans to attend Doane University and major in Engineering. He is a member of the National Honor Society.
Aiden James Linden is the son of Amity Kollars. He plans to attend Metropolitan Community College and major in Design, Interactivity and Media Arts – 3D Animation and Games.
Braydon James Lofgren is the son of Ashley Markvicka. He was an early graduate and his postsecondary plans are undeclared.
Keegan David Lowther is the son of Kimm and Joel Lowther. He has enlisted in the United States Marine Corps.
Taylor Ruth Luben is the daughter of Angie and Mike Luben. She plans to attend Doane University and major in Elementary Education. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Colin Daniel Ludvik is the son of Sonya Ludvik and Jon Lundeen. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Finance.
Caleb Alexander Malousek is the son of Ginger and Curt Malousek. He plans to attend Midland University and major in Business/Pre-Law. He is a member of the National Honor Society.
Gavin Maxwell Markvicka is the son of Kasey Markvicka and Randy Warren, Jr. He plans to attend Southeast Community College and his major is undeclared.
Brooklyn Helene Marxsen is the daughter of Kim and Matt Marxsen. She plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Elementary/Special Education.
McKenzie Ann Mathis is the daughter of Jodi Dey and Bobby Mathis. She plans to attend Southeast Community College and major in Academic Transfer/Elementary Education.
Justin Keith McEvoy is the son of Patty and John McEvoy. He plans to attend Northeast Community College and major in Welding.
Nicholas Charles McFadden is the son of Eddy Andresen and Nicole Zawaeki. He was an early graduate and planned to enter the workforce after graduation.
Peyton Thomas Nelson is the son of Stacia and Seth Nelson. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Engineering.
Makenzie Ann Nosky is the stepdaughter of Candice and daughter of Robert Nosky. She plans to enter the workforce after graduation.
Dylan Jonathon Novak is the son of Melissa Jurgens and Jon Novak. He plans to attend Southeast Community College and major in Welding.
Dustin Jacob Otte is the son of Megan Otte. He plans to enter the workforce after graduation
Gladis Meliza Perez is the daughter of Francisca Solis and Modesto Perez. She was an early graduate and planned to enter the workforce after graduation.
Matthew Thomas Phillips is the son of Tina Arment and Charles Phillips. He plans to attend Midland University and major in Education.
Gavin Curtis Pokorny is the son of Melissa Sabatka and Curtis Pokorny. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Finance. He is a member of the National Honor Society.
Luke Douglas Polacek is the son of Dianne and Doug Polacek. He plans to attend Wayne State College and major in Biology. He is a member of the National Honor Society.
Carson Lynn Reynolds is the son of Stacey and Steve Reynolds and the stepson of Jason Schnieder. He has enlisted in the Nebraska Air National Guard and plans to enter the workforce as an electrician apprentice.
Michael Beauregard Robinson is the son of Lana and John Robinson. He plans to attend Wayne State College and major in Manufacturing Management.
Sydney Shea Roucka is the daughter of Jennifer and Scott Roucka. She plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and her major is undeclared.
Olivia Marie Rustermier is the daughter of DeEtte and Luke Rustermier. She plans to attend Metropolitan Community College and major in Fine Arts.
Elizabeth Michelle Sellke is the daughter of Lori and Ronald Sellke. She plans to attend Wayne State College and major in Elementary Education.
Silas Riley Shellito is the son of Stephanie and Anthony Shellito. He plans to attend Southeast Community College and major in Electrical and Electromechanical Technology.
Waylon Roland Sherman is the son of Travis Sherman and Shauna Sudman and the nephew of Kim and Sean Forbes. He plans to attend Wayne State College and major in Criminal Justice.
Haleigh Katherine Simanek is the daughter of Joann and Chris Simanek. She plans to attend Wayne State College and major in Accounting.
Isaiah Paul Simon is the son of Bethany and Andrew Rehmann and Jonathan Schueths. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Software Engineering.
Myles Ryan Simon is the son of Carol and Jake Simon. He plans to attend Hastings College and major in Business.
Jessica Elizabeth Snelling is the daughter of Karen and Clay Snelling. She plans to attend Wayne State College and major in Elementary Education. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Clare Elizabeth Spangler is the daughter of Sandy and Bobby Joe Spangler. She plans to attend Southeast Community College and major in Business/Entrepreneurship.
Cheyenne Alisa Standley is the daughter of Lyndsey Stuchlik and Karmon Standley and the stepdaughter of Bryce Stuchlik. She plans to enter an apprenticeship program after graduation.
Deena Mae Stang is the daughter of LuAnne and Wayne Stang. She plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Architecture and Interior Design.
Bethany Payton Stuart is the daughter of Angela and Chris Stuart. She plans to attend Southeast Community College and major in Surgical Technician or Paramedic/EMT.
Josie Rae Sutton is the daughter of Michelle and John Sutton. She plans to attend Midland University and major in Marketing. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Curtis Dwight Swahn is the son of Gloria Swahn and the son of Angie Prochaska and Jerry Swahn. He plans to enter the workforce after graduation.
Brennan Mackay Teter is the son of Courtney and Chris Teter. He plans to attend Northeast Community College and major in Welding.
Ben Christopher Thrasher is the son of Kim and Kevin Thrasher. He plans to attend the Texas A&M University and major in Finance.
Caden Scott Tingelhoff is the son of Mary and Scott Tingelhoff. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Computer Science. He is a member of the National Honor Society.
Katelyn Maye Urban is the daughter of Julie and Mark Urban. She plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Pre-Veterinary Medicine. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Klarice Rose Faye Waage is the granddaughter of Jay and Kathee Larson. She was an early graduate and had enlisted in the United States Army Reserves.
Andrew Robert Waido is the son of Chrissy and David Waido. He plans to attend Doane University and major in Economics/Finance.
Nicki Renae Walla is the daughter of Lisa and Wayne Walla. She plans to attend Chadron State College and major in Biology. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Amber Nicole Walls is the daughter of Leigh and Brandon Walls. She plans to attend Southeast Community College and major in Early Childhood Development.
Rebecca Lynn Wotipka is the daughter of Deb and James Wotipka. She plans to attend the Nebraska Wesleyan University and major in Biology and Gender Studies. She is a member of the National Honor Society.
Evelyn Zaragoza is the daughter of Claudia and Jesus Zaragoza. She plans to enter the workforce after graduation.
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Wahoo High School Class of 2022 (pictured at the top of this page), back row (from left): Anthony Hoffman, Cheyenne Standley, Perla Ortega Orrantia, Evelyn Zaragoza, Dylan Novak, Carson Reynolds, Spencer Jonas, Deena Stang, Mara Dobesh. Fifth row: Hannah Jorgensen, Kyleigh Johnson, Mikala Cuda, Sydney Roucka, Mickele Divis, Sam Flores, Peyton Nelson, Ben Eriksen, Ruzenka Carlson, Mason Kreitzer. Fourth row: Wyatt Demaray, Myles Simon, Aiden Linden, Jessica Snelling, Maya Foxworthy, Keegan Lowther, Kaitlin Arney, Makenzie Nosky, Matthew Dooley, Carter Janecek. Third row: Jacob Jarrett, Amber Walls, Haleigh Simanek, Tabitha Cooney, Mya Emerson, KaDee Johnson, Brennan Teter, Justin McEvoy, Andrew Waido, Carson Lavaley, Matthew Phillips, Isaiah Simon. Second row: Kate Urban, Rylee Koehler, Kylee Kenning, McKenzie Mathis, Elizabeth Sellke, Brooklyn Marxsen, Gavin Pokorny, Trent Hallowell, Cody Bailey, Caleb Malousek. Front row: Adina Buleandra, Bethany Stuart, Rebecca Wotipka, Taylor Luben, Nicki Walla, Mya Larson, Josie Sutton, Curtis Swahn, Waylon Sherman, Brody Jacobsen, Michael Robinson.
