(courtesy of Minnedosa Tribune)
The Minnedosa Community Conference Center was packed with parents, relatives and friends attending the graduation exercises June 26 of the Class of 2001. Sixty-three graduates proudly accepted diplomas from Principal Martin Ingenmey. Greetings were presented by Loreen Jackson on behalf of the Rolling River School Division and Bonnie Proven representing the Minnedosa Collegiate Parent Advisory Council.
The Valedictory Address was delivered by David Rae who brought back many memories for the graduates over their thirteen years of schooling.
The graduating class of 2001 honored David Rae by naming him Student of the Year. In addition to the certificates presented at grad this year, recognition certificates were given to grads elected by the student body to the Wall of Fame; Amanda Boyd, Jami Boyd, Grant Everett and Jennifer Gordon. Mr. Pat Stone delivered the graduation address.
The graduation banquet was held at the Minnedosa Community Hall. The incoming student council president Mindy Klym M.C.ed the event and Mr. Brooking toasted the grads. Melissa Johnson and Heather Klassen said Grace while Darcy Hutton toasted the Queen. One of the features of the evening was a "Big Screen" video production of memories by the Class of 2001 produced by Cheryl Wareham. Julie McNabb told the parents how thankful the grads were for helping them get to this most important of points in their life.
The Guest of Honor for the Class of 2001 was Greg Lawson. Jennifer Mauws and Alysa Harvey recounted many memories of past teachers.
Eric Ambrose- plans to attend Assiniboine Community College.
Jeremy Betteridge- plans to go into carpentry.
Laci Blais- plans to enter the workforce.
Amanda Boyd- plans to attend Brandon University. Amanda received the Minnedosa Tribune Award, Elk's Lodge Bursary, Robyn Walterson Memorial and was placed on the Wall of Fame Certificates.
Jami Boyd- plans to attend the U of M. Jami received the Minnedosa Lions Club Award, Kinsmen Memorial and served on the Minnedosa Credit Union Youth Board and 4H Council, through which she also received the Manitoba 4H Council Scholarship. Jami also received the Advanced Early Admission Scholarship to the U of Man and was placed on the Wall of Fame and Honour Roll.
Ashley Britton- plans to go into hairdressing.
Glen Burgess- plans to attend the U of M. Glen received the Jason Nylen Memorial Award.
Kevin Cleaver- plans to attend ACC. Kevin received the Power Mechanics Award.
Laura Crawley- plans to attend the U of M.
Robert Currah- plans to attend the University of Saskatchewan. Rob received the Wendy Horner Christmas Lighting Memorial and Redfern Farm Services Awards.
Curtis DeSchutter- plans to go to University. Curtis received the Westman Communications Group Scholarship.
Grant Everett- plans to attend ACC. Grant received a Wall of Fame Certificate.
Marla Ewashko- plans to attend the workforce. Marla received the STEMS Award.
Graeme Farr- plans to enter the workforce for a year, then attend SAIT.
Gregory Farr- plans to attend the U of M.
Curtis Genung- plans to enter the workforce.
Jennifer Gordon- plans to travel. Jennifer received a Wall of Fame Certificate and also served on the Minnedosa Credit Union Youth Board.
Kay Dee Graham- plans to attend ACC. Kaydee served on the 4H Council.
Garrett Hampton- plans to take welding at ACC.
Alysa Harvey- plans to enter the workforce. Alysa served on the Minnedosa Credit Union Youth Board.
Kelda Hoglund- plans to enter the workforce.
Megan Hutchings- plans to attend the workforce and also take dance classes.
Darcy Hutton- plans to attend BU. Darcy received the Charette Award for Excellence in Community Service and served on the Minnedosa Credit Union Youth Board.
John Hutton- plans to do electrical work.
Melissa Johnson (Governor General's Award Winner)- plans to attend Covenant Bible College and then travel to Ecuador. Melissa received the Minnedosa Lions Club Award, Lois M. Franks Memorial Award, Robyn Walterson Memorial, Perceptor Zeta Bursary and was placed on the Honour Roll.
Joshua Kerschtien- plans to enter the workforce.
Jeffrey King- plans to enter the workforce.
Britt Kitsch- plans to enter the workforce.
Heather Klassen- plans to attend the U of M. Heathr received the Lois M. Franks Memorial Award, Beta Sigma Phi Lambda Bursary, Minnedosa Health District Auxiliary Award, University of Manitoba Entrance Scholarship and was placed on the Honour Roll.
Dale LeBoutellier- plans to enter the workforce. Dale received the 4H Council Award.
Ryan Marnock- plans to attend ACC.
Jennifer Mauws- plans to enter the workforce.
David McLean- plans to go into trades.
Brennan McNabb- plans to be a travelling musician.
Carmen McNabb- plans to attend the U of M. Carmen received the Masonic Award, 4H Council Award and the Hogg Centennial Entrance Scholarship.
Julie McNabb- plans to attend the U of M. Julie received the RRSD English 40S Award, Robyn Walterson Memorial, William Angus Grant Memorial Award, Manny Hoffman Memorial Award, 4H Council Award which also earned her the Manitoba 4H Council Scholarship, Chown Centennial Entrance Scholarship, Guertin Centennial Entrance Scholarship and was placed on the Honour Roll.
Trent McPhail- plans to attend the U of M.
Jodi McVey- plans to attend ACC.
Jennifer Nylen- plans to attend Red River Community College. Jennifer received the Manitoba Teacher's Society Scholarship and the 4H Council Award.
Ellen Pass- plans to enter the workforce.
Ashley Peters- plans to attend ACC.
Tyler Philipation- plans to enter the workforce.
Brad Powell- plans to attend BU.
Gregory Powell- plans to enter the workforce. Gregory served on the Minnedosa Credit Union Youth Board.
Timothy Proven- plans to enter the workforce and also travel.
David Rae (Valedictorian/Student of the Year)- plans to attend Covenant Bible College in Alberta. David received the Kinette Award, Minnedosa Foundation Award and the United Commercial Traveller's Award - David Rae.
Katrina Saunders- plans to enter the workforce.
Michael Shackleford- plans to attend ACC. Michael received the Morris Industries Bursary.
David Sokoloski- plans to attend BU. David received the Up and Away Balloons Award.
Lori Stevenson- plans to enter the workforce.
Amanda Stone- plans to enter the workforce.
Brett Szucki- plans to enter the workforce.
Mark Thompson- plans to enter the workforce.
Brendon Todd- plans to enter the workforce.
Jason Treloar- plans to attend ACC. Jason received the Minnedosa Credit Union Award, Canadian Legion Auxiliary Award and was placed on the Honour Roll.
Michael Tuttle- plans to enter the workforce.
Amy van Meijl- plans to travel. Amy received the Minnedosa Heritage Co-op Bursary.
Cheryl Wareham- plans to go into real estate.
Johnathon Wark- plans to attend ACC.
Miranda Warrener- plans to attend ACC.
Sarah Wedgewood- plans to attend BU. Sarah served on the Minnedosa Credit Union Youth Board.
Derek Zboril- plans to enter the workforce.
This page was created by the Supreme Webmaster (next to Shawn Rose at the Tribune), Cameron Farr, who would like to wish all Grads the best of luck in all that they do in the future.
Oh, and as an added bonus, I made a page just for the Undergrad awards, given out on June 27.
Springer's Final Thought (or how excessive computer use can fry a brain cell or many): Yes, this is the end. Or is it? Yes, it is. Or is it? Yes it - gah, too much booze'll do that to a person. Yes, friends, this is the end. Or is it? AAH!!! Get out, ya lousy voices!! Anyhoo, your formal schooling has now ended and you're ready to take on the world and conquer your destiny™. What's that? You're scared? WELL, YOU SHOULD BE!!!!!! As Denis Leary says, "Life's gonna suck when you get old..." Wait a tick, this is supposed to be inspirational!! Anyway, let's take this thing from the top.
Ah, fresh terrain.Much better! Anyways, life is like a video game. I mean, you've got your right choices and wrong ones. Life is all about these choices and like the games, you can always learn from your mistakes. Don't be afraid to make mistakes! They're learning tools and will benefit you in the future.
As you head out into the world, remember to put your best foot forward and always do your best. Use the Force, Luke! God speed, young Jedi!! Leave your mark on this world (but for the love of crap, DON'T USE SPRAYPAINT!!). You all are destinedfor something great and should be a positive influence to all those around you. Good luck.
Cam Farr Superstar
Click here to listen to the entire collection.
E-mail me with your comments at cam@superstarmusicservices.ca.
Sign My Guestbook View My Guestbook