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Madison Cubs are sending several
student-athletes off to represent new teams
By: Ashley Schutte, From bottom, left to right: Trenton
Communications Coordinator Barnes, Nick Center, Immi Mann,
“This year has been a very Gracie True, Jenna Imel, Lundun Perry,
active recruiting season for our Kelsey Bilz, Jade Nutley, Brett
student-athletes”, shared Joe Cahall, Chloe Ferris, Luke Ommen,
Bronkella, Madison AD. “It takes Luke Miller, and late signee Zach
a great deal of self-discipline, Forner pictured below, photo
hard work, and a commitment to compliments of David Campbell.
being the best you can be each
and every day when you choose
to play at the next level. For
these students, it is something
they have worked for since an
early age and we wanted to take
a moment to recognize their
accomplishments.”
As of the time of this
publication, the Class of 2021
has thirteen student-athletes
who have committed to and
signed with college-level “Also, don’t forget to ask your for new scenery. “I am looking
athletic programs. Some near current coach for help - they know forward to the new courses and
and some far, our Madison Cubs what to do and can help tremen- meeting my new teammates,” he
will go on to be cheered as dously.” Brett is the daughter of shared. His advice, “enjoy the
Pilots, Kohawks, Vikings, Christi Cahall and Shane Cahall. moments playing high school
Grizzlies, Panthers, Wildcats, Trenton Barnes - Coe College, sports because it is the best time
Mighty Oaks, Tigers, Spartans,
Grenadiers, and Greyhounds.
Football
Trenton Barnes has signed
of your life.” He is the son of David
and Melissa Ommen.
THANK YOU !
We asked them to share a bit to play football for Coe College Jade Nutley - Indiana Wesleyan,
on why they chose their in Cedar Rapids, IA majoring in Basketball
respective colleges and what the Criminal Justice field. Barnes Jade Nutley will continue her SuperATV has once again
advice they would give to chose Coe for the coaching staff. “I education and basketball career at graciously donated funding that will
underclassmen teammates who received a very warm welcome, the Indiana Wesleyan University in cover textbook and device rental
may be thinking about the next staff was inviting and engaging, Marion, IN. Nutley had a number
fees for all students attending
Senior Honors Day
level. Madison Consolidated Schools for
and they have excellent facilities.” of opportunities but had a relation- the 2021-2022 school year.
Brett Cahall - Bethel College, He is looking forward to the ship with the players and coaches
Cross Country/Track & Field opportunity to compete against at IWU like no other school, she THANK YOU to the Hunt family and
Brett Cahall has signed with people from all over the country. shared. “It felt like home and that’s employees of SuperATV for your
Bethel University in Mishawaka, “Stick to the grind,” he shared to where God was calling me to go.” continued generosity and
IN to run cross country and track community partnership which
those looking to go on. “It won’t Her advice, “work hard every day, helps so many!
majoring in Excercise Science. just come to you, you have to do push yourself when no one is
“I chose Bethel because of the some extra to be seen.” Trenton is telling you what to do and when no free textbook &
small campus and the family- the son of Carrie and Richard one is looking, take advantage of
oriented team and I am looking Heimbach and Darren Barnes. your free time, and don’t be afraid
forward to the bonds I am going Luke Ommen - Berry College, to mess up.” Jade is the daughter of
device rental for
to make with my teammates,” Golf Keith and Lynn Nutley.
Brett shared. Her advice to Luke Ommen will continue 2021-2022
underclassmen interested in the his education and golf career at ARTICLE CONTINUTED ON PAGE 9
next level, Cahall said Berry College in Mount Berry, GA
“definitely look into it!” She majoring in Sports Administration.
suggests looking at all the Ommen selected Berry because of
colleges you can and talk to as the location and the opportunity
many coaches as you can.
Seniors Tour Their Old Stomping
Ground
Page 2 The District Correspondent June 2021
From the Superintendent’s Desk
What a fantastic year We wish all of our new
we have had! This time last teachers good luck as they
year, we were sheltering in begin their new positions
place due to the Covid-19 with us!
pandemic and were facing
a great deal of uncertainty. Finally, in June, we always
One year later, we have say goodbye to our
Madison Consolidated Schools operates one high school, one middle successfully completed a graduating Seniors. The Class
school and four elementary schools (each including preschool) serving challenging 2020-2021 of 2021 has been an
approximately 2,600 students and their families in the Madison/ academic year by incredibly successful group of
Jefferson County, Ind., area. implementing a mix of face-to-face and students throughout their school careers!
Our goal is to inspire success, boost confidence through critical virtual learning experiences. Our athletic The Class of 2021 are outstanding
thinking and problem-solving, and encourage collaborative learning. and fine arts programs also faced students and are a very unique class. In
Our rigorous academic curriculum includes a diverse curriculum path most cases, a graduating class will be
hurdles due to the pandemic, but
into our Fine Arts Academy, multi-faceted college-and- known for one strength...either they are
excelled all year long! We are proud of
career readiness programs, and work-based learning opportunities.
what our students have accomplished very strong academically, or in sports, or
Board of Education this year and are grateful for all of the in the arts...it’s uncommon to see a class
Jodi Yancey, President Jay Roney, Member work done by our adults to keep the as successfully diverse as the Class of
jyancey@madison.k12.in.us jroney@madison.k12.in.us schools open and safe. 2021. This class excelled in the
classroom, athletics, fine arts, and are also
Larry Henry, Vice President Lori Slygh, Member For schools, June is always a a very personable and charitable group
lhenry@madison.k12.in.us lslygh@madison.k12.in.us month of transition out of one academic of students. They have been resilient in
David Storie, Secretary year and into the next. That is especially the face of overwhelming uncertainty
dstorie@madison.k12.in.us true this year. While we are proud of the over the past year and have earned the
accomplishments of the past academic highest cumulative GPA in school history!
Administration year, we have a lot to adjust and improve The athletes have won multiple
Dr. Jeffery Studebaker, Superintendent upon for the upcoming year. We are championships and sent many
jstudebaker@madison.k12.in.us updating our plans for safely reopening individuals to the State Championships,
our buildings in August in light of the the marching band went to the State
Bonnie Hensler, Director of Finance & Human Resources ongoing pandemic and we are Finals twice and finished 3rd the last time
bhensler@madison.k12.in.us
implementing programs to help our they competed, the academic teams
Kevin Yancey, Director of Facilities & Special Projects students move past it as well. We will have qualified for the State
kyancey@madison.k12.in.us post on our website our reopening/safety Championships two years in a row, and
Shelli Reetz, Director of Student Services plans for the buildings once they have the number of service hours completed is
sreetz@madison.k12.in.us been approved. impressive. This class has been a source
of amazement and pride for all of us
Every spring transition involves who have had the honor of working with
saying goodbye to teachers who have them! Good luck and congratulations to
left and welcoming our new hires. Our the Class of 2021!
retirees this year are leaving behind a
legacy of excellence and we wish them Have a great summer!
all the very best as they move on to their
new adventures! Conversely, we have - Dr. Jeff Studebaker
had a tremendous hiring season so far
this spring and are very excited about
what our newest teachers will bring to
our students throughout the District.
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2020 - 2021 Scholarship Award Recipients
Congratulations to the following recipients of the many, many generous scholarships made available to students through various community
members and organizations. As Madison Consolidated Schools, we appreciate the investment you have made in our very deserving students ... we know
they will be responsible stewards of your generosity!
2021 Honor Graduate CLLB Personal Goals Scholarship, Friendship State Bank: Wilkie S. Knights of Columbus
Emily Studebaker- Certificate Gladiator Law Firm and James Lemon Scholarship Scholarship
Kourtney Neukam- $500 Kourtney Neukam- $1,000 Kyle Shepperson- $300
21st Century Scholarship,
Indiana University Southeast Community Foundation German American AIM Larry and Charmaine Owens
Ariannah Harris- $47,836 over 4 yrs Scholar Scholarship Scholarship
Sebastian Biallas- $1,000 Olivia Spencer- $500 Sebastian Biallas- $1,000
Academic & Wrestling Scholarships, Emily Studebaker- $1,000
Campbellsville University Glenn G. & Dorothy Ebel LaVon Cartwright Gudkese & Ann
Kelsey Bilz- $160,380 over 4 yrs Covenant Award, Indiana Huntington Scholarship Gudkese Offerman Nursing
University Gracie True- $1,000 Scholarship
Academic Merit & Border State Daesja Jay- $85,296 over 4 yrs Kelsey Bilz- $250
Scholarships, Western Kentucky Helyn Bishop Scholarship
University Crowe & Founders Scholarships, Emily Studebaker- $2,200 Louis Ernst Family Memorial
Hagan Frieske- $28,624 over 4 yrs Hanover College Scholarship
Clara McCulley- $166, 780 over 4 yrs Indiana State FFA Scholarship Devin Zhang- $1,200
Academic Scholarship, Franklin Alivia Brawner- $250 Emily Studebaker- $1,200
College Curtis Wright Memorial Sebastian Biallas- $1,200
Jenna Imel- $80,000 over 4 yrs Scholarship Indiana-Kentucky Electric Corp. Brandie Garcia-Laguna- $1,200
Brett Cahall- $1,300 Scholarship Rachel Riley- $1,200
Academic Scholarship, Franklin Devin- Banks- $500 Logan Smoot- $1,200
College Custer Contest First Prize Jacob Daghir- $500 Jacob Daghir- $1,200
Gracie True- $80,000 over 4 yrs Rachel Riley- $850 Devin Zhang- $500 Kourtney Neukam- $800
Chloe Ferris- $800
Ivy Tech Scholarship
Alcorn, Sage, Schwartz & Mcgrath Custer Contest Second Prize Vy Huynh- $800
Sebastian Biallas- $400 Kyle Shepperson- $1,000
Scholarship Olivia Spencer- $500
Devin Zhang- $500 Gracie True- $500
Custer Contest Equal Rank Jefferson County 4-H
Brett Cahall- $500
Jacob Daghir- $337.50 Scholarship
Andrew Thorne Memorial
Alivia Brawner- $2,450 M. W. Anderson Scholarship
Award
Olivia Spencer- $507 Custer Contest Equal Rank Abigail Hanson- $1,000
Devin Zhang- $337.50 Jefferson County Extension
Homemakers Scholarship Mable Green Memorial
Bethany Circle
Daughters of the American Kourtney Neukam- $800 Scholarship
Emily Studebaker- $1,000
Revolution Good Citizen Award Olivia Spencer- $1,250
Bill Oldaker Scholarship Jordyn Bilz- $50 and Certificate Jefferson County Farm Bureau, Gracie True- $1,250
Devin Banks- $1,000 Inc. Scholarship
Deans & Women’s Basketball Devin Banks- $1,000 Madison Elk’s Lodge Dick Craft
Bob Rusk and Linda Rusk Scholarships, Indiana Wesleyan Alivia Brawner- $1,000 Scholarship
Scholarship University Jacob Daghir- $1,000 Clara McCulley- $750
Chloe Ferris- $500 Jade Nutley- $154, 136 over 4 yrs Carson Roark- $1,000
Emily Ward- $1,000 Madison FFA Scholarship
Bonnie & Printis Shelton Dennis Holt Memorial Makaylee Wells- $100
Scholarship Jefferson County Free IN Need Christina Calhoun- $200
Scholarship
Chloe Ferris- $1,300 Scholarship Mika Hodge- $200
Rachel Riley- $2,200
Jacob Daghir- $140.00 Katelynn Voris- $200
Deputy Alumni Scholarship Brandie Garcia-Laguna- $140.00 Alivia Brawner- $300
Brad O’Leary Scholarship
Aliza Boles- $1,700 Emily Studebaker- $140.00 Tampson Banks- $400
Brooklyn Cline- $600
Ashlee Swickard- $1,700 Caroline Bechman- $500
Jeffery Bear Memorial Hannah Rutledge- $500
Broadway School Alumni
Dianna Risk Peer Counseling Scholarship
Scholarship
Scholarship Kyler Banks- $1,000 Madison Lions Club Scholarship
Brooklyn Cline- $800
Sebastian Biallas- $500 Blake Owens- $1,000 Connor Slygh- $1,000
Calvin Family Scholarship Kathryn Royce- $500
Devin Zhang- $500 Jobs for America’s Graduates Madison Ribberfest
Olivia Spencer- $1,100
Scholarships Scholarship
Dorothy B. Lotz Scholarship Jordyn Bilz- $250/Honor Cord Olivia Spencer- $250
CAM Car Club Scholarship
Emily Studebaker- $1,850 Nick Center- $250/Honor Cord
Kourtney Neukam- $900
Devin Zhang- $1,850 Jaden Frye- $250/Honor Cord Madison Teachers’ Association
Nathaniel Hamby- $250/Honor Cord Scholarship
Carl J. & Mary M. Hoefling
Dupont Alumni Scholarship Abigail Hanson- $250/Honor Cord Daniel Banks- $500
Scholarship
Brett Cahall- $3,300 Will Heitz- $250/Honor Cord Abigail Hanson- $500
Logan Smoot- $4,285
Daesja Jay- $250/Honor Cord Luke Ommen- $500
Emerson Harrell Scholarship Parker Jones- $250/Honor Cord
Carolyn Brucer Spicer and Gene E.
Jacob Daghir- $200 Sean Mannix- $250/Honor Cord Marshall and Norma Banks
Spicer Nursing Scholarship
Emily Studebaker- $500 Caleb Mundt- $250/Honor Cord Nursing Scholarship
Farmers Bank of Milton Luke Ommen- $250/Honor Cord Kelsey Bilz- $500
Centra Credit Union Loretta Mitchell Liter- $1,000 Lundun Perry- $250/Honor Cord
M. Burd Scholarship Olivia Phillips- $250/Honor Cord Mason Freedom Award, George
Rachel Riley- $2,500 Fine Arts Academy Graduate Carson Roark- $250/Honor Cord Mason University
Autumn Hedgepeth- Cords Luke Schafer- $250/Honor Cord Kourtney Neukam- $52,000 over 4 yrs
Chan Chilton Memorial Chloe Kummer- Cords Alex Shaw- $250/Honor Cord
Scholarship Anila Shelton- $250/Honor Cord Mayor’s Eagles Community Service
Luke Ommen- $900 Founders Scholarship, Hanover Jacob Smith- $250/Honor Cord Scholarship
College Ashlee Swickard- $250/Honor Cord Olivia Spencer- $300
Charles O’Banion Scholarship Luke Miller- $92,000 over 4 yrs Gracie True-$250/Honor Cord
Devin Zhang- $1,000 Katelynn Voris- $250/Honor Cord McAllister Land Consulting
Frances K. Eisan Memorial Scholarship
Chautauqua for the Arts in Memory Scholarship John Paul Chapter DAR Jacob Daghir- $500
of Bob Fourhman Emily Studebaker- $1,100 Scholarship
Logan Smoot- $250 MCHS Academic Competition
Emily Ward- $1,100
French Scholarship Scholarship
Brianna Schwartzkopf- $100 Joseph V. Cline Scholarship Sebastian Biallas- $600
Devin Zhang- $33,400 over 4 yrs Jacob Daghir- $600
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2020-2021 Scholarship Awards Continued
Rachel Riley- $600 NHS - Leadership Scholarship Tiffany Lee Carter Memorial Top Cub Engineering Student
Emily Studebaker- $600 Sebastian Biallas- $200 Scholarship Keegan Clement
Devin Zhang- $600 Nick Center- $1,000
NHS - Service Scholarship Top Cub Manufacturing
MCHS Archery Scholarship Rachel Riley- $200 Tri Kappa Beta Omega Chapter Student
Kyle Shepperson- $500 Scholarship Coby Uebel
Phi Beta Psi Sorority, Theta Mu Jordyn Bilz- $1,000
MCHS Class of 1966 Scholarship Chapter Scholarship Top Cub Transportation
Emily Studebaker- $2,200 Brianna Schwartzkopf- $750 Troy Allen Pyles Memorial Student
Scholarship Keshaun Roberts
MCHS Class of 1979 “Life is Good” Presidential & Housing Rachel Riley- $1,400
in Memory of Greg Greves Scholarships, University of Top Diesel Student
Scholarship Evansville Trustee Scholarship, Kyler Banks
Emily Ward-$100 Olivia Spencer- $92,000 over 4 yrs Coe College
Trenton Barnes- $126,000 over 4 yrs Top English Student
Mountjoy Family Memorial Provost’s Scholarship, Indiana Brooklyn Cline
Scholarship University Tuition Exchange Scholarship,
Daniel Banks- $502 Jordyn Bilz- $16,000 over 4 yrs Hofstra University Top Family & Consumer Science
Devin Banks- $502 Skyler Young- $205,440 over 4 yrs Student
Blake Owens- $502 Ralph and Robyn Jones Family Mika Hodge
Jacob Daghir- $1,000 Memorial Scholarship Vehicle Service Group
Aubree McKay- $1,000 Nick Center- $1,000 Scholarship Top French Student
Sebastian Biallas- $4,000 Kourtney Neukam- $1,000 Will Ratcliff
Connor Slygh- $4,000 Ralph Siefert Memorial Math
Olivia Spencer- $4,000 Scholarship Vernon Gudkese Memorial Top German Student
Emily Studebaker- $4,000 Logan Smoot- $1,000 Engineering Scholarship Sophia Glasgow
Gracie True- $4,000 Devin Banks- $250
Kourtney Neukam- $6,000 Riverfront Run Car Show Top Graphics Student
Rachel Riley- $6,000 Scholarship Wood Memorial Scholarship Lani Stockdale
Logan Smoot- $6,000 Devin Banks- $1,000 Emily Studebaker- $900
Daniel Banks- $1,000 Top Journalism Student
Murray Alford Memorial Department Awards Davis Powell
Scholarship Rotary Club Betty Sebree Good Grades 9-12
Nick Center- $1000 Citizenship Award Top Math Student
Abby Hanson- $1000 Kathryn Royce- Plaque Female Athlete of the Year Devin Zhang
Jade Nutley
NASP State Archery Tournament Rotary Higher Education Grant Top Rosie Reader Award
Scholarship Rachel Riley- $1,000 Mary Louise Eisenhart Kylie Stakelin
Caroline Bechman- $500 Sportsmanship Award
Kyle Shepperson- $500 S & O Farmers Mutual Scholarship Brett Cahall Top Science Student
Katelynn Voris- $500 Olivia Spencer- $250 Taylor Lynch
Male Athlete of the Year
Nathan Wilson Memorial Shannon Thomas Memorial Luke Ommen Top SELECT Student
Mathematics Scholarship Scholarship Carson Roark
Devin Zhang- $3,100 Brandie Garcia-Laguna- $300 George Gray Sportsmanship
Award Top Social Studies Student
National Merit Finalist Sharon Thom Alcorn Memorial Trenton Barnes Rachel Riley
Scholarship Scholarship
Devin Zhang- $2,500 Gracie True- $1,600 Top Agriculture Student Top Spanish Student
Katelynn Voris Harrison Hall
National Recognition Program & Shawn Barnes Memorial
Presidential Scholarships, Purdue Scholarship Top Art Student Top Student Council Award
University Zachary Forner- $300 Kelsey Bilz Katie Royce
Sebastian Biallas- $20,000 over 4 yrs
Terri Neighbert Memorial Top AVID Student Top Thespian - Female
Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship Rachel Riley Chloe Kummer
Scholarship Emily Studebaker- $1,100
Gracie True- $30,000 over 4 yrs Top Business Student Top Thespian - Male
Thomas D. Craft, Jr. Memorial Zach Forner Skyler Young
NHS - Character Scholarship Scholarship
Gracie True- $200 Rachel Riley- $1,000 Top Choir Student Top Yearbook Student
Autumn Hedgepeth Olivia Spencer
Page 5 The District Correspondent June 2021
Congratulations!
Madison Consolidated High School Class of 2021
Dylan Lynn Adams Odessa Rae Adams Blanca Alaman Duran James Blake Ashby Aaron Robert Bailey
Daniel Stephen Banks Devin Allen Banks Kyler Paul Banks Tampson Allie Banks Sydnie Raye Banta
Trenton Joseph Barnes Marie Chloe Mae Barron Alexis Jane Beaudry Caroline Victoria Bechman Dalton C. Berry
Sebastian Jacob Biallas Jordyn Leigh Bilz Kelsey June Bilz Lydia Jane Bladen Aliza Grace Boles
Aaliyah Bonsu Alivia Elizabeth Brawner Trinity Nicole Brierly Luke Samuel Bryant Gabriel Wayne Buchanan
Mitchell Joseph Byrd Brett Taylor Cahall Christina Mae Calhoun Emerson Floyd Ronald Cardinal Kasper Chance Cart
Rocio Castilforte Velasco Jacob Daniel Caudill Nicholas Paul Center Dyllon Wayne Joseph Clement Keegan William Clement
Brooklyn Renee Cline Dustin Keith Cox Coleman Garrett Creech Jacob Jeffrey Daghir Jason Wayne Dannelik JR
Alexas Rachelle Darnell Austin Darnold Rayne Michelle Davis Dylan Tyson Eblen Mason Taylor Edmonson
Page 6 The District Correspondent June 2021
Congratulations!
Madison Consolidated High School Class of 2021
Kennedy Jane Featherstone Chloe Elizabeth Ferris Damian Kage Fisse Brianne Michelle Ford Zachary Walker Forner
Ryan Lee Fox Hagen Carter Frieske Jaden Tyler Frye Dylan Scott Fulton Aitana Gabaldon Perez
Brandie Gabriela Garcia-Laguna Antonio David George John Paul George Hunter Alexander Getz Donovan Graham
Jasper Kyle Gray Takota Joe Grigsby Nathaniel Travis Hamby Victoria Kaye Hamm Abigail Ainsley Hanson
Ariannah Love Harris Nathanael Joseph Hasbrouck Harley Ann Heath Autumn Jade Hedgepeth Larry Wayne Hedgepeth
William Celestine Heitz Mika Kyann Hodge Brady Charles Holt Jalahn Marie Honaker Vy Ngoc Huynh
Jenna Nicole Imel Jayden James Xavier Jackson Milan Jade Jackson Zola Claire Jackson Helen Gibson Clare James
Daesja Nacole Jay Parker Trace Jones Sadie Caroline Joseph Mckinley Paige Kelso Benjamin Matthew Kubik
Chloe Ann Kummer Beckalyn Joy Lawson Mitchell Chase Liter Linda Stephanie Lohe Immigin Zoee Mann
Page 7 The District Correspondent June 2021
Congratulations!
Madison Consolidated High School Class of 2021
Sean Michael Mannix Luke Andrew McCarty Clara Marie McCulley Summer Dawn McGee Aubree Baylee McKay
Elijah M.D. McRoberts Luke Allen Miller Caleb Brian Mundt Kourtney Naomi Neukam Drake Aden Norris
Jade Caroline Nutley Luke David Ommen Blake Connor Owens Shivani Bhavesh Parmar Mallory Anne Payne
Michaela June Payne Lundun Marie Perry Olivia Lynn Phillips Brooke Dawn Porter Evan Cole Powell
Jalyn Elizabeth Rickerson Rachel Denae Riley Carson Michael Roark Miguel Angel Robledo Lopez Lea Rothaemel
Keaton Wayne Abel Rowlett Brady Douglas Royalty Kathryn Rose Royce Baylor Aj Ruble Hannah Marie Rutledge
Luke David Schafer Trenton Zachary Schmidt Brianna June Schwartzkopf Anila Lynee Shelton Lukas John Douglas Shepherd
Conner Nathaniel Slygh Grant William Smith Jacob Cole Smith Logan R. Smoot Olivia Ann Spencer
Kylie Ann Stakelin Russell Paul Stallard II Everett Allen Stewart Lani Mashell Stockdale Trenton Stockdale
Page 8 The District Correspondent June 2021
Congratulations!
Madison Consolidated High School Class of 2021
Justice Joseph Stone Emily Grace Studebaker Ashlee Marie Swickard Taylor Nichole Tague Gracie Raye True
Katelyn Breann Tullis Coby Tyler Uebel Hailey Gabrielle Vernon Katelynn Elizabeth Voris Emily Grace Ward
Michael Patrick Ware III Makaylee Sue Wells Eric Douglas White Skyler Dine Young Devin Zhang
Not Pictured: Zachary Dwight Aloma, Diamonda Christine Andries, Kathryn Mckenzie Brooks, Aidan Edward Chandler, Bryer Gage Clark,
Carl Donley, Tyra Freeman, Timothy Lane Gayle, Nelson Everett Hugh Hardy, Anna Hartmann, Hannah Mae Hertz, Eillowyn Addora Houston,
Travis James Jones, Owen Douglas Kent, Felipe Romero Levesque, Trenton Michael Mack, Trenton Wayne McGaughey, Iliana Lee Meador,
Abigail Dee Monroe, Paige Elizabeth Mullins, Noah Seth Neff, Grace Pittman, Constance Nicole Sentney, Alex Kristopher Shaw,
Justin Dean Shepherd, Kyle Ray Shepperson, Sherradon Paige Stewart, and Tanner Gage Paul Wiley.
Prom Royalty Serving Others
By: Ashley Schutte, Communications Coordinator
The MCHS Prom Court for Habitat for Humanity, Davis
2021 is once again competed for Powell- Salvation Army, Brooklyn
the crown by raising money for Cornelius- Jefferson County
charity. Students could throw Youth Shelter, and Morgan
their own name in the hat in Preston- Heart of Dinner.
exchange for a commitment to Kelsey works with students
raise funds for a charitable cause. from the junior class to organize
“We first did this a few years ago the annual celebration which
and the students embraced the took place on May 15 at the
idea,” shared Mr. Aaron Kelsey, Connor K. Salm Gymnasium. In
MCHS Fine Arts program leader, addition to the dance, there was
teacher, and Prom coordinator. an After Prom Celebration for
“We have a wonderful, students to continue to enjoy
service-minded student body time together in a safe, sub-
and this felt like another stance-free environment. “We
opportunity to do something for someone else.” have a great committee of parents who work together to
The students who raised the most money for their make this a very special event for the kids each year,” shared
charity were crowned Prom Prince, Princess, King, and Michael Gasaway, MCHS Principal. “It gets bigger and better
Queen. Members of this year’s court and their charities each year with games, food, and the always popular
include seniors Conner Slygh- Ulster Project, Katie Royce- hypnotist - we all have a lot of fun.”
Mrs. Cotner’s Battle Against Breast Cancer, Rachel Riley- Your 2021 Prom royalty is: King and Queen - Connor
Jefferson County Animal Shelter, Taylor Tague- Jefferson Slygh and Taylor Tague pictured on the right. Prince and
County Animal Shelter, and Caroline Bechman- Jefferson Princess - Jackson Kelsey and Brooklyn Cornelius pictured on
County 4H. Junior class representatives were Jackson Kelsey- the left.
Dear class of 2021 ~
It has been said that resilience is the ability to withstand
adversity and bounce back from difficult life events.
Being resilient does not mean that you don't or won't
experience stress, emotional upheaval, or suffering.
Resilience is important because it gives people, it has
given you, the strength needed to process, overcome,
and succeed through hardship and challenges.
In a year like no other, you have conquered, achieved, JASON SCHAFER
and succeeded! We are so proud of you, now - Go
CHANGE THE WORLD!
jschafer@c21rvre.com
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142 Demaree Drive ◆ Madison, Indiana
(812) 273-1234 ◆ (812) 599-4227
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Next Level Athletes Continued
Gracie True - Franklin College, Luke Miller - Hanover College, Basketball the location and the opportunity to pursue
Volleyball Luke Miller will continue to play her education in her field of interest. She looks
Gracie True will continue her volleyball basketball as a Panther as he will attend forward to the competition and meeting new
career and education at Franklin College in Hanover College and major in Business. people. “Go for it!” she shared when asked
Franklin, IN majoring in Elementary Education. Miller’s work ethic is no secret to those who about encouraging others. “You have nothing
From her first visit, “I fell in love with the know him and that is the advice he shares with to lose and in the long run you will look back
campus because of its size and atmosphere,” underclassmen, “focus on getting better each and thank yourself.” Lundun is the daughter of
True shared. “It feels like a great fit for me.” To day and all levels of college athletics are Tiffany Sever and Harold Perry.
others who think they may be interested in competitive and challenging.” Luke looks Nick Center - Indiana University Southeast -
next-level competition, “reach out to coaches forward to becoming close with his new Basketball
and visit schools,” she said. “Even if you aren’t teammates and experiencing life on his own. “I Nick Center has signed with the Grenadiers
all the way positive, reach out to them because like the coaching staff and the current players of IU Southeast in New Albany, IN to continue
you never know what advice they are going to on the roster.” Luke is the son of Jon and Angie his basketball career. Nick chose IUS because
give you.” Gracie looks forward to the new Miller. it was close to home and looks forward to the
opportunities college and athletics will Chloe Ferris - Manchester University - Cross new experiences he will have at the college
provide for her and meeting her new Country level. When asked what it takes, he shared
teammates. Gracie is the daughter of Matt and Chloe will run cross country and track at “continue to grow, keep working hard, and
Kami True. Manchester University in North Manchester, IN know that you can do anything you want as
Immigin Mann - Oakland City University, while majoring in Medical Technology. Chloe long as you put in the time.” Nick plans to
Softball looks most forward to having a new team and major in education and is the son of Chuck and
Immi Mann will continue the family coach and improving as a runner. On why Isa Center.
tradition of attending Oakland City she selected Manchester, “I liked the campus Zach Forner - Indiana Wesleyan University -
University in Oakland City, IN where she will the best and I liked the coach and running Baseball
major in Business Administration. “Both of program.” Her advice to those interested in Rounding out the recruiting class, Zach
my parents attended here and I love the small college-level athletics, “follow your dreams and Forner has committed and will sign to play
campus,” she shared. “Playing at the next level work hard in anything you may do.” Chloe is baseball at Indiana Wesleyan University in
and the challenges that come with it,” is what the daughter of Scott and Nichole Ferris. Marion, IN. Zach took his time throughout the
Immi is most excited about. “The opportunity Kelsey Bilz - Campbellsville University - recruiting process and in the end, it was the
for a great education and the opportunity to Wrestling vision at IWU that drove his selection. “Coach
continue to play softball is very exciting.” Kelsey Bilz will attend Campbellsville Benjamin and the staff could not have done
Immi’s advice for underclassmen is everything University in Campbellsville, KY where she will a better job at relaying their vision for IWU
takes time. “You’re not going to come out and wrestle and explore a major in the science field baseball,” he shared. “Putting the team before
be the best player ever..it takes time and hard of study. Bilz had a ground-breaking career at yourself, always, and wanting others to
work to be the best you can possibly be. Don’t Madison with the added goal of inspiring more succeed. IWU is a great NAIA program that
give up when something goes wrong. Keep female wrestlers. She shared, “go all-in, don’t has had a ton of success and is going to be the
working at it and you will succeed!” Immi is be afraid you’ll mess up or keep losing over best program for me.” When asked what he
the daughter of Anthony and Kristin Mann. and over again. The truth is, you’re never really most looks forward to as a college athlete, he
Jenna Imel - Franklin College, Golf failing, you’re just learning!” For Kelsey, shared “I have heard multiple times how much
Jenna Imel will continue her golf career Campbellsville “ has a beautiful campus, with a different college sports is compared to high
as a Grizzly at Franklin College in Franklin, IN good handful of girl wrestling, and it’s a school, so for me, I am looking forward to all
majoring in Sports Management. When asked Christian school. The coach is really cool and of the practices and games and how different
about her selection, Jenna shared “I’ve loved there’s so much to learn there!” She looks they will be and traveling across the midwest
the school ever since I first visited. I just love forward to learning new techniques and will be a great new experience too!” His advice
the campus and the atmosphere and how meeting new people. Kelsey is the daughter of to those interested in taking it to the next level
small it is.” She most looks forward to making Becky Bilz and Keith Bilz. - “be who you are, keep your head down and
lifelong memories and having a blast! To those Lundun Perry - University of Indianapolis - put in the work, trust the process because it
who follow her…” follow your dreams! If you Track & Field will reward you in the end.” Zach is the son of
want to compete at the next level then try Lundun Perry has signed with the Matt and Lisa Forner.
your hardest to accomplish that. The sky is the University of Indianapolis to continue her track
limit and you will forever cherish the career and study Sports Marketing. Lundun
memories that you will make.” Jenna is the learned about the opportunities at U of I from
daughter of Jason and Leeann Imel. a friend and after visiting, selected because of
MCHS Hall Of Fame Honors New Members
The Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees for with students decades younger, Cope gladly kind, responsible, courteous young men. For
2020 and 2021 were honored at a recent and professionally fulfills that mission. For many, he was the only father figure in their
ceremony in Connor K. Salm Gymnasium. Each Cope, those few minutes between class lives. Although 54 years have passed since
year, nominations are accepted for those periods allow hallway interaction with cheerful those MCHS senior days, the name Marvin
deserving of the honor of the MCHS Alumni hellos and words of encouragement. Cope Eades still heads the record books for the
Hall of Fame. The application deadline is the was elected to a four-year term on the Board of 180-yard low hurdles (21.0 seconds) and half-
end of February and can be found on our Trustees for Madison Consolidated Schools. As mile relay team (1 minute, 33.9 seconds).
website by visiting madison. Damon L. Welch
k12.in.us/schools/mchs/ For most of his life, titles
familyinfo and click on the preceded Damon Welch’s
Alumni Hall of Fame name. Student Council
nomination form. President. Prom King. Air
This distinguished award Force Captain. City
honors individuals whose Councilman. Mayor. This
deeds and character MCHS alumnus, Class of 1971,
exemplify outstanding certainly prized and
achievement in their life’s respected these labels of
work and service to their distinction, popularity, and
communities. The honoree’s public endorsement, but
spirit and leadership are his heart equally cherished
worthy of recognition and the lower case headings of a
have inspired praise and gratitude among their a member, she led with vision, responsibility, friend, church member, volunteer, and
peers. and compassion and served as board community leader. Personally and
Eligibility requirements include: president in 2014-15. In addition to trustee professionally Welch lived by the philosophy
• The recipient must have graduated from duties, she also served as secretary and to serve others, be humble, and do the small
MCHS at least 10 years ago. member of the corporation’s Education things well. As the mayor of Madison from Jan.
• The recipient has been recognized for a Foundation which funds the program for 1, 2013 until his sudden death on Sept. 25,
high level of achievement in their field and academic teams and individual classroom 2019, he compared his role to a father
made significant contributions to that field projects. protecting his child. Like a loving parent, the
at the state or national levels. Marvin Eades Jefferson County native wanted the best for
• The recipient has demonstrated Although the United States Patent and the town he called home for most of his 66
leadership, character, and service in a Trademark Office contains thousands of years. With the help of other city leaders, Welch
variety of venues from their field of notable copyrights, only a minuscule number proudly led Madison to the “Stellar
expertise to community, state, and carry Southern Indiana ties. MCHS alumnus Community” distinction which resulted in
national initiatives. Marvin Eades, Class of 1966, proudly belongs millions of grant dollars to revitalize old
The inductees for the Class of 2020 are: to the Hoosier roster for helping design an industrial sites into modern-day facilities. In
Helen Cope apparatus to safely disarm land mines. But his addition, he spearheaded the effort, with
Volunteer and support personnel often expertise and contribution in the labor force input and support of past mayors, to gain state
make the difference in quality and impact impact numerous other fields as well. One of approval and funding for the new Ohio River
and alumna Helen Cope, Class of 1964, helps his most gratifying roles spanned 20 years as Bridge approach into Kentucky. None of these
influence that transformation over and over. scoutmaster for Madison Boy Scout Troop 717. projects came easy, but the former Air Force
Whether it entails an early morning call to Every Monday night, hundreds of boys over veteran persisted for the town and citizenry he
substitute teach, volunteer work with theatre the years witnessed Eades’ skills, felt his loved.
students late into the night, or connecting compassion and followed his guidance to be CONTINUED ON PAGE 10
Page 10 The District Correspondent June 2021
Their Place In History
By: Ashley Schutte, Communications Coordinator
If you were able to join us for our annual school, each class will continue to be more and credits in math, 6 credits in World Language
Commencement ceremony, you likely left with more impressive as they push themselves to or two years each in two different languages,
a sense of wonderment, pride, inspiration, or be their best version of themselves and 2 credits in Fine Arts, maintain a C- grade or
awe - and if you had a student in the Class of prepare for the future. higher in all required courses, maintain a 3.0 or
2021, it was magnified a thousand times! This higher GPA, and complete 6 college credits or
class was something special. The underlying
Academic Summary of the 4 semesters of AP courses and corresponding
theme for the school year (throughout the Class of 2021 classes, and score 1250 on the SAT or 26 on the
district) was resilience. All of our students Graduation with Distinction: ACT.
don’t even realize the magnitude of their • Summa Cum Laude (with Cumulative GPAs Indiana Core 40 with Technical Honors
achievements in what was a very unique from 3.9 and above) - 29 Diploma - 17
school year. Madison Consolidated Schools • Magna Cum Laude (with Cumulative GPAs The Technical Honors Diploma requires
was able to open on schedule, adapt from 3.7 - 3.899) - 17 additional components stacked on the
instruction to remain face-to-face, weathered • Cum Laude (with Cumulative GPAs from Academic Honors Diploma requirements.
very few (overall) shut-downs/quarantines, 2.5 - 3. 699) - 17 Additionally, students must successfully
and created safe spaces for athletics, Honors Diplomas: complete 6 credits in a state-approved College
extracurricular, and co-curricular activities for Total for Academic and/or Technical Honors & Career Pathway and either Pathway
students. Diploma - 88 certification or credential, or Pathway dual
In his commencement address, MCHS Academic Honors Diploma - 38 credits equaling 6 Transcripted CC.
Principal Michael Gasaway shared some of the The Academic Honors Diploma is earned Academic and Technical Honors Diploma - 33
highlights and achievements of the Class of by completing additional requirements on top These students completed all
2021. As students continue to embrace the of the base Core 40, or General, diploma. requirements for both Academic and Technical
opportunities available to them while in high Students must also complete 2 additional Honors diplomas.
Total Degrees and Certifications: 182 Business Administration
Associate Degree in General Studies (AGS) - 3 Students earned specific credit hours in the Business
Associate Degree in Science (TSAP) - 1 Administration field. The principles taught through the Ivy Tech
Advanced Manufacturing Business Administration program are threaded in all industries including
• Welding Technology Technical Certificate - 3 non-profit business and education. Students create marketing plans,
• Structural Welding Certificate - 4 budgets, build personal websites, simulations, case studies, and create
-Certifications: community connections.
GMAW (MIG) - 8, GTAW (TIG) - 2, SMAW (Stick) - 5, • Business Administration Technical Certificate - 11
FCAW (Flux Core) - 1 • Business Administration Certificate - 13
• Industrial Mechanical Technical Certificate - 6 Criminal Justice
• Industrial Mechanical Certificate - 6 The Criminal Justice program gives students the opportunity to
-Certifications: work and learn from professionals and scholars in the field to prepare for
NIMS - National Institute for Metalworking Skills: careers or transfer to a four-year institution.
NIMS - Project Layout and Machining - 2 • Criminal Justice Technical Certificate - 1
NIMS - Measurement, Materials, and Safety - 1 Healthcare
NIMS - Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout - 1 Certified Nursing Assistants are a critical part of the
MSSC - Manufacturing Skills Standards Council: healthcare team. CNAs are often the primary caregivers of patients and
MSSC Safety - 5 assist with their daily activities. Students in the CNA Pathway complete
MSSC Quality - 3 five credit hours of post-secondary coursework in preparation for the
MSSC Production - 1 Certified Nursing Assistant licensure examination.
MSSC Maintenance - 1 • Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate - 3
MSSC Certification Production Technology - 1 Indiana College Core (ICC) / formerly STGEC - 57
• OSHA 10 (Cub Engineering, Cub Manufacturing, Diesel, The Indiana College Core, formerly known as the STGEC, allows
Industrial Maintenance, and Welding) - 33 students to start their college education as a sophomore at any
Agriculture Indiana four-year institution as well as many other colleges throughout
The agriculture program engages students in hands-on activities the country. By fulfilling at least three credit hours in six competencies as
in and outside of their classrooms while preparing them for real-world well as an additional 12 elective credit hours from the same
agriculture careers. competencies, students fulfill the core requirements that are equivalent
• Animal Agribusiness Certificate - 10 to their first year of college.
Governor’s Work Ethic Certificate: 61
Technical Certificates Students that earn the WEC have demonstrated they have the
The TC is 30 or more credit hours of education in conceptual and technical skills for employability and character skills needed to be successful as they enter
specific occupations. It contains a sequence of required courses in a recognized post-secondary institutions, apprenticeships, the military, or the
concentration within one of the programs at Ivy Tech Community College. workforce. Successful completion is based on: Attendance, GPA,
Certificates Discipline, Service, and Character. Students completing the requirements
The CT is earned with successful completion of 5 to 21 credit hours. The CT is a are presented with a certificate signed by Governor Holcomb.
sequence of technical and professional courses that provide access to targeted, The Governor’s Work Ethic Certificate is a critical secondary
short-term workforce training. Credit hours may apply toward technical certificates education program for high school graduates who are committed to
and associate degree programs in the subject area and completers may sit for delivering employer-recognized employability skills as they prepare to
specific certification exams upon completion. join today’s workforce.
Certifications The recognized employability skills are recognized and vetted by
Certifications are nationally recognized and embedded within many of the technical Hoosier employees, community-based organizations, and post-
certificate and certificate programs. Certifications show employers that students secondary education institutions. These skills are designed to encourage
have the skills and knowledge needed within their field and stay with the student students to meet the benchmarks that will assist them in their college or
regardless of where they are employed. career goals.
HOF Continued
The inductees for the Class of 2021 are: manufacturing sites, stems from the vision make Jefferson County a more productive,
Ray Black and passion of one man, 1973 MCHS alumnus compassionate place. A 1983 graduate of
Over the years, hundreds of area youth Harold Hunt. During his off-time at another MCHS, Nay has been recognized nationally
have benefitted from Ray Black’s guidance, successful job, he loved the challenge of as Funeral Director of the Year and received
compassion, and wisdom. These influences mastering bumpy creek bottoms, shallow numerous other accolades with national,
naturally entailed 1:1 interaction but equally watering holes, and rutted hill climbs when state, and local ties. From the 4-H Fair to local
important the young people gleaned a deep off-roading but felt the equipment needed theatre productions, Veterans Day programs,
perspective of societal standards and good tweaking. The idea for change began in his village festivals, car shows, art venues, pro-
character by simply observing their mentor, home garage and in 2003-04 the 2” Polaris jects benefitting school and youth organiza-
who headed the Boys & Girls Club of Sportsman EZ Install Lift Kit emerged. His tions, music concerts, parades, and Christmas
Jefferson County from 1984-2018. The 1970 creation quickly exploded with off-road wreaths for military cemeteries, Nay embraces
MCHS graduate demanded the highest of enthusiasts and the popular demand the mission of compassionate support. On a
principles, values that cost nothing but reap propelled Hunt and eventually SuperATV into local level, Nay was presented with the Madi-
the most rewarding dividends in life. His a multi-facet operation with numerous son/Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce
involvement with youth also included product lines, a new location thousands of Business of the Year in 2010 as well as reigned
coaching the wrestling and girls softball teams times over in size, nationwide sales, a as the top co-fundraiser for the Children’s
at Madison Consolidated High School and subsidiary site in Louisiana, and an Advocacy Center in 2017. In 2015, the State
Madison Junior High for a combined total of employment force of over 300 people in of Indiana bestowed the funeral director with
44 years. During his 36-year tenure as a Madison alone. Hunt continually enriches the the elite Distinguished Hoosier Award for his
wrestling coach, the Madison alumnus guided comfort and lifestyle of others. For the past support to veteran events and issues.
the squads to six IHSAA sectional three years, SuperATV has funded the book
championships and two regional titles. In rental and technology fees for all students For more information on MCHS Alumni &
softball, the Lady Cubs captured five sectional attending Madison Consolidated Schools. Friends and to read the full bios for recent
championships. Rodney L. Nay inductees, please visit http://www.madison.
Harold Hunt As president/owner of Morgan & Nay Funeral k12.in.us/hs-family-info/welcome-alumni.
SuperATV, one of Madison’s newest Centre, Rodney Nay consistently strives toYou can also read
