Fun in the Valley
On May 8th, the Seniors were celebrated at Honors Night, where there were many awards presented.
Maple Valley Band Boosters Scholarship Recipients:
Isabel Emerick - Band Boosters Scholarship
Isaac Crane - Band Boosters Allegro Scholarship
Eaton Federal Bank - Floyd M. Fewell Memorial Scholarship Recipient:
Hudson Winslow
KCC Foundation Scholarship Recipient
Nathan Kestner
Vermontville Lion's Club Scholarship Recipient:
Isabel Emerick
Athletic Boosters Scholarship Recipients:
Jakeb McDonald and Emily Reitz
College Scholarships Recipients:
Caleigh Koontz - Lansing Board of Water and Light $2,000
Isabel Emerick - Grand Valley Award for Excellence $3,500 per year, Lake Lane Scholarship $1,000 per year, McDonald's Free Tuition Assistance $2,500
Ariel Coleman - University of Olivet $12,000 per year for 4 years
Jakeb McDonald - University of Olivet $18,000 per year for 4 years
Robert Schilz - SetSeg Scholarship
U.S. Marine Corps Awards Recipients:
Jakeb McDonald - Distinguished Athlete Award
Julia Mater - Scholastic Excellence Award
Dakota Martin - Semper Fidelis Award for Musical Excellence
Career and Technical Education Award Recipients:
Brianna Gurd - Superior Commitment in Digital Media and Design
Jeremiah Nay - High Academic Achievement in Heavy Equipment Operation & Repair
Big 8 Conference Scholar-Athlete Award Recipients (at least 2 varsity letters in one sport and a total of at least 4 letters in 2 other sports, also must have earned 2 varsity letters in their senior year and maintained a GPA of 3.33)
Isabel Emerick, Julia Mater, Jakeb McDonald, Jeremiah Penny, Emily Reitz, and Sophia Rose
Lion Award Recipients (earned at least 8 varsity letters through high school):
Skyler Cook, Aubrie Leo, Jakeb McDonald, Noah Musser, Jeremiah Penny, Emily Reitz, Sophia Rose, Robert Schilz, Douglas Smalley, and Jim Wiggs
Academic Award Winners (3.5 GPA or better in their senior year)
First Year - Isaac Crane, Aubrie Leo, Emily Reitz, and Sophia Rose
Second Year - Isabel Emerick and Hudson Winslow
Third Year - Jakeb McDonald
Fourth Year - Julia Mater
Honors Students (earned a minimum of 11 honor points and have a GPA of 3.000 to 3.499):
Isabel Emerick, Evan Fisher, Jakeb McDonald, Emily Reitz, and Sophia Rose
High Honors Student (earned a minimum of 16 honor points and have a GPA of 3.5 or above):
Julia Mater
Top 10 Students:
Isabel Emerick, Julia Mater, Hudson Winslow, Sophia Rose, Aubrie Leo, Isaac Crane, Jakeb McDonald, Emily Reitz, Brianna Gurd, and Evan Fisher
Big 8 Jake Kerspilo Sportsmanship Award Recipients:
Jim Wiggs and Isabel Emerick
Big 8 Academic All-Conference Awardee:
Julia Mater
Student Council Senior Recognition:
Isabel Emerick, Caleigh Koontz, Alliyah McGovern, and Aubrie Leo
Sports
For sports schedules please visit the Athletics Website: Upcoming Sporting Events
On May 5th, the JV Baseball team hosted Stockbridge for a doubleheader. The Lions earned a split on the day, taking the first game with a solid 6-3 victory. Game two saw Stockbridge bounce back, handing the Lions an 18-3 loss.
On May 9th, the JV Baseball team hosted Pennfield. In Game 1, they suffered a tough loss, 1-21. Game 2 also ended in a loss, with a score of 1-16.
On May 5th, the Girls' Soccer team played at home against Quincy. The Lions struggled to find their rhythm and fell with a final score of 0-8.
On May 7th, the Girls’ Soccer team traveled to Stockbridge, where they faced a tough matchup and fell with a final score of 1-5.
On May 7th, the Softball team traveled to Stockbridge for a doubleheader. In Game 1, the Lions were held scoreless in a 0-15 loss. Game 2 saw slight offensive improvement, but they ultimately fell 2-16.
On May 9th, the Varsity Track and Field team traveled to the Gobles Invitational, where several athletes turned in strong performances and personal records against tough competition.
Meet Highlights (Top 5 Placements):
Men’s 400 Meter: Jeremiah Penny placed 4th with a personal record of 53.97
Men’s 110m Hurdles: Kelvin Davis finished 3rd (17.25)
Men’s 300m Hurdles: Kelvin Davis earned another 3rd place (43.18)
Men’s High Jump: Kelvin Davis took 3rd with a jump of 5' 11"
Women’s 300m Hurdles: Audrey Burpee placed 4th with a personal best of 51.69
On May 5th, the Middle School Track & Field team competed in a Big 8 meet at Quincy against Stockbridge and Quincy. The team had a successful outing, earning several top-five finishes and setting multiple personal records.
Meet Highlights:
Josh Miller dominated the sprints, placing 1st in the 70m (9.17 PR), 100m (12.84), and 200m (26.81 PR).
Melanie Jones took 1st in the 400m (1:04.42) and 2nd in the 200m (29.30 PR).
Klaire Keiffer earned 1st in both the High Jump (4'10") and Pole Vault (8'0"), and placed 2nd in the 70m (10.53 PR).
Raegan Jones won the 3200m (14:19.14) and finished 2nd in the 1600m (6:25.62 PR).
Adelita Tobias placed 2nd in the 800m (2:53.97) and 3rd in the Pole Vault (6'6").
Karlee Davis took 4th in the 100m (15.26 PR) and 2nd in the Long Jump (11'10.5" PR).
Lilly Rosin won the 55m Hurdles (11.19 PR), was 4th in the same event, and placed 4th in Pole Vault (6'0" PR).
Kale Keiffer placed 2nd in both the Shot Put (32'6") and Pole Vault (6'6" PR), and 3rd in the 100m (14.75).
Justice Deboer finished 5th in the 400m (1:15.91 PR).
Brynlee Joseph won the Shot Put with a mark of 28'2.5".
The Girls 4x400 Relay team (Zoey Burman, Adelita Tobias, Raegan Jones, Melanie Jones) placed 2nd with a time of 4:50.08.
On May 7th, the Varsity Baseball team traveled to Stockbridge for a doubleheader. Game 1 was a tightly contested battle that ended in a narrow 4-5 loss for the Lions. In Game 2, the team bounced back with an impressive 12-1 victory, showcasing strong offense and solid defense.
On May 9th, the Varsity Baseball team traveled to Bellevue and secured a dominant 15-0 victory. The team showcased strong performance throughout the game, leading to a convincing win.
On May 7th, the Varsity Track and Field team competed in a Big 8 meet against Quincy and Stockbridge at Stockbridge, earning several top finishes across both the men's and women's teams.
Meet Highlights (Top 5 Placements):
Women’s 100 Meter: Athena Morehouse placed 3rd with a PR of 14.16, Sienna Lowe 4th (14.20)
Women’s 200 Meter: Noelle Clinkscales earned 4th (30.84)
Women’s 300m Hurdles: Audrey Burpee took 2nd (54.44)
Women’s 4x100 Relay: Sienna Lowe, Izabelle Taylor, Olivia Campbell, and Noelle Clinkscales placed 2nd (59.94)
Women’s 4x200 Relay: Sienna Lowe, Audrey Burpee, Athena Morehouse, and Noelle Clinkscales captured 1st (1:59.23)
Women’s 4x800 Relay: Ariel Kenyon, Leannah Johnson, Kenzie Soper, and Izabelle Soper finished 3rd (13:35.11)
Women’s High Jump: Audrey Burpee placed 2nd (4' 6")
Women’s Long Jump: Noelle Clinkscales earned 3rd with a PR of 13' 8.5", Izabelle Soper 4th (11' 9.5"), Amira Felder 5th (11' 5.5")
Men’s 100 Meter: Jeremiah Penny placed 4th (12.30), Dayton Hillard 5th with a PR of 12.50
Men’s 200 Meter: Jeremiah Penny secured 4th (24.96)
Men’s 400 Meter: Gavin Swift took 5th (1:01.85)
Men’s 100m Hurdles: Kelvin Davis earned 3rd (17.68)
Men’s 300m Hurdles: Kelvin Davis finished 2nd (43.89)
Men’s 4x100 Relay: Doug Smalley, Andrew Phenix, Skyler Cook, and Iziah Hall placed 3rd (51.14)
Men’s 4x800 Relay: Ben Mater, Iziah Hall, Doug Smalley, and Quincy Page came in 3rd (10:53.23)
Men’s Shot Put: Tyrese Robinson-El placed 5th (37' 6")
Men’s Discus: Skyler Cook finished 4th with a PR of 108' 0"
Men’s High Jump: Kelvin Davis took 3rd (5' 10")
Men’s Long Jump: Gavin Swift earned 2nd (17' 9.5"), Ben Mater took 4th (15' 11.5")
Activites/Clubs
Band Chicago Trip
On May 3rd and 4th, the Maple Valley Band took a trip to Chicago, where they had lots of fun and enjoyed being able to be with each other.
FFA Banquet
On May 9th, we celebrated the passing of the year and honored many members. We also had 2 visiting State Officers, Logan & Addi!
Special Awards:
Outstanding Discovery Member - Brooklyn Myers
Star Greenhand - Gage Jordan
Outstanding Sophomore - Kearson Keiffer
Outstanding Junior - Kaitlyn Garlinger
Star Farmer - Dakota Griffin
Chapter Proficiencies:
Dairy Production - Kearson Keiffer
Swine Production - Gage Jordan
Ag Sales Production - Kaitlyn Garlinger
Other Awards:
Kaitlyn Garlinger was recognized by the Barry County Farm Bureau and will receive a scholarship later this year.
Our Top 10 Members: Sophia Bilello, Brooklyn Myers, Gage Jordan, Bradley Harvey-Carpenter, Leannah Johnson, Kaitlyn Garlinger, Dakota Griffin, Mikayla Griffin, Kearson Keiffer, and Hope D'Agostino.
Our Top 5 Fruit & Nut Sale Sellers: Brooklyn Myers, Jimmy Coblentz, Bradley Harvey-Carpenter, Hunter Wood, and Hope D'Agostino
We honored those who competed in Leadership Contests, Skills Contests, and who were at State Convention.
