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A graduate signals victory after crossing the stage during the Stillwater High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul on Saturday, June 4, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Samantha LeBlanc, 17, has her cap adjusted by MacKinzy Thomas, 17, before the graduation ceremonies begin. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Stillwater High School graduates toss their caps into the air at the conclusion of Stillwater High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul on Saturday, June 4, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Students line up to receive their actual diplomas from staff members after the commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkins Auditorium. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Shelby Zeuli waves to during the Stillwater High School graduation ceremony in St. Paul on Saturday, June 4, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Seniors march to their seats during the processional for the Stillwater High School commencement ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Student Speaker and graduate Joseph Price addresses his classmates during the Stillwater High School commencement. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
A beach ball made its way into the seats during the Stillwater High School commencement ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Isaac Turley, 19, facing, gets a big hug from Raquel Ruiz, 18, before their commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul on Saturday, June 4, 2016. The two have been good friends since 8th grade. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Brad Johnson, 18, helps his friend and classmate Justice Carpenter with his cap before the Stillwater High School's commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul on Saturday, June 4, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
A group of graduates take a seat on the floor as they wait for the Stillwater High School commencement ceremony to begin at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul on Saturday, June 4, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Stillwater High senior, Samantha Peterson, 18, uses her phone as a mirror before her graduation ceremony at Roy Wilkins on Saturday, June 4, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' Class of 2016 celebrate their graduation following their commencement ceremony outside at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Povi Rosa-Chavez flips her tassel as she sashays across the stage to accept her diploma during St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium . (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Jillian Duffy celebrates getting her degree during St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Reyna Binondo points to family as she crosses the stage after receiving her diploma during St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates show their support of victims of sexual assault as they gather before St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates take their seats at the start of St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
An opera singer performs for the Class of 2016 during St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony on May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Dancers celebrate the Class of 2016 during St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony on stage at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
African-American graduates from the St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists gather for a group photo before their commencement ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Sydney Owens, 18, adjusts the tassels on her cap as she prepares for commencement ceremony on May 31, 2016. Owens is a Jazz singer and plans on attending Roosevelt University in Chicago to continue her study of voice. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates line up during the processional for St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Ruby Regan, 17, has her tassel adjusted by Tamara Nelson-Fromm, 17, before St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony begins. Regan plans on attending Hamlin University in the fall while Nelson-Fromm will pursue an engineering degree at the University of Illinois. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
A group of graduates from the St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists hold a conference before their commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Emma Donley, 18, left, poses with Darby Kennedy, 18, for a selfie before the start of the St. Paul Conservatory for the Performing Arts commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
The St. Croix Falls Class of 2016 toss their caps into the air after the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
With Brady Leahy, 18, center, looking on John Petherbridge, 18, left, and Thomas Penn, 18 the three graduates congratulate each other during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
The St. Croix Fall's High School Class of 2016 stands as they are presented during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
A graduate throws his cap into the air in front of family and friends after the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Bailey Ewald shows off her diploma to her family after crossing the stage during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Natalie Fisk,18, makes faces at her mom as she sits with classmates during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
The Class of 2016 lines up in the hallway outside the gymnasium as they wait to the start of the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Austin Straka tapes a photo of "T-Bag" a character from the the tv show 'Prison Break' to the inside of his cap before the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School. The act is symbolic of getting out of High School. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
A young girl uses an tablet to record graduates during the processional at the start of the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Jasper Herman greets friends as he takes walks to his chair during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Jaylyn Lammert, 18, gives Dionigi "Dio" Aluni a hug before the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Paige Wuellner, 18, takes a photo of friends with her cell phone before the commencement ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate John Petherbridge, 18, has a tassel failure while waiting in the choir room during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates Bailey Ewald, 18, and Elizabeth Aleshire, 19, take it easy in the choir room before the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Blue carnations await Senior band members as graduates gather in the choir room before the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Valedictorian Emma Wondra,17, rehearses her speech in the choir room during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates dance to the prep band after the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Decorated caps at the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates toss their caps at the conclusion of the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Bethany Aarsvold, 18, smiles as she moves her tassell from the right to the left at the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates Akedia Jefferson does a dance on the stage after receiving her diploma during the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Sara Pinal, 18, checks Snap Chat before the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. Pinal will be attending St. Catherine University in the Fall. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Devin Dykes chose to honor Prince on his cap during the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul. "I grew up listening to Prince because my parents were big fans. He was really influential to me," he said. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
For reasons not even he could tell you Kennel Doherty holds up a pineapple as his name is announced after accepting his diploma during the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Madeline Epps, 18, said, "Burnt my fingers I don't know how many times", while she spent hours gluing beads onto her cap for her Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates walk through a staff and teacher 'honor guard' as they enter the auditorium during the Roseville Area High School commencement . (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Roseville high school is one of many schools whose graduates decorate their caps for commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates line up for the procession before the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Stacks of diplomas await their graduates before the Roseville Area High School commencement. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Joey Hughes,18, facing, gets a 'bro hug' from classmate Henry Schaefer, 18 before the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony. Hughes will be attending Minnesota State University in Mankato in the fall and Schaefer will be going to Concordia Moorhead. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Ben James, 18, right, shows off the kilt he wears under his gown before his Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony. James, who is Welsh, said he got the kilt from his grandfather and it was the dressiest thing he had to wear.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Emily Ott, 17, who decorated her mortarboard with a minature diploma, waits to line up before the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. Roseville graduates traditionally decorate their caps with personal messages or future plans. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Xavier Hanson celebrates his graduation without lighting up, after the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)
Students throw their caps in the air after officially graduating, at the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)
Wait to go onstage before the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)
Students await their moment on stage at the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)
Students head for the stage at the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)
Sarah Lauwagie straightens her cap before the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)

Welcome to our annual list of high school students who ranked at the top of their 2016 graduating class.

We present 90 schools this year, public and private, from St. Paul, nearby suburbs and western Wisconsin. Schools were asked to send us the names of their high achievers — however they define them. Some schools use the “valedictorian” and “salutatorian” distinctions. Others designate “highest honors” or “summa cum laude.” And some list dozens.

Schools submitting 10 names or fewer are invited to ask their students for an inspirational quote, and as ever, students cited a range of writers and athletes, political figures and fictional characters, musicians and artists.

Among them we found some themes.

On possibilities: “People are capable, at any time in their lives, of doing what they dream of,” from Brazilian novelist Paulo Coehlo’s “The Alchemist.”

On resilience: “Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising every time we fail,” from Irish novelist Oliver Goldsmith.

On service: “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away,” from David Viscott, a psychotherapist and Los Angeles radio personality who died in 1996.

And on leaving a legacy: “What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of a difference you want to make,” from British anthropologist Jane Goodall.

To the Top Graduates, thanks for passing along the words of wisdom, and congratulations on your academic accomplishments.

Deb Mazzocco, suburbs and education team leader at the Pioneer Press, compiled this list, with extensive contributions from reporter Tory Cooney. Mazzocco can be reached at 651-228-2132 and at dmazzocco@pioneerpress.com.

AFSA, VADNAIS HEIGHTS

Michael Miller

Parents: Mark and Sandra Miller

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, plant science

Quote: “When you find yourself in a hole, the first thing you should do is stop digging.”

Emaline Strehlow

Parents: Russell and Lorry Strehlow

College, major: North Dakota State University, math

Quote: “I’ve studied now Philosophy and Jurisprudence, Medicine — and even, alas! Theology — from end to end with labor keen; and here, poor fool with all my lore I stand, no wiser than before.” — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Devin Lamm

Parents: Bonna Stohr and Melissa Lamm

College, major: Century College, engineering

Quote: “Fishing is not an escape from life, but often a deeper immersion into it.” — Harry Middleton

Lauren Lindsey

Parents: Darren and Eliza Lindsey

College, major: South Dakota State University, pre-med

Quote: “Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets you on fire.”

Rose Thompson

Parents: Robert and Mary Jane Thompson

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biology

Quote: “My philosophy in life is, never regret anything you do, because in the end, It makes you who you are.”

Will Teachout

Parents: Gary and Patti Teachout

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, agricultural education

Quote: “All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us.” — J.R.R. Tolkien

Elijah Anderson

Parents: Elwyn and Marilyn Anderson

College, major: Drexel University, gaming design and computer engineering

Quote: “A hero need not speak. When he is gone, the world will speak for him.” — Master Chief, Halo

Alison Boryczka

Parents: Jim and Nancy Boryczka

College, major: University of Wisconsin-River Falls, agricultural business

Quote: “I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do.” — Edward Everett Hale

Adam Hathaway

Parents: Sam and Marcia Hathaway

College: Drake University

Quote: “It is not what you look at that matters. it is what you see.” — Henry David Thoreau

Also: Matthew DuRoss

AGAPE, ST. PAUL

Pa Cha Vang

Parents: Mei Livanh Yang and Chou Lewis Her

College, major: Metropolitan State University, business administration

Quote: “Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” — Vince Lombardi

Shilo Ecker

Parents: Patty Ecker and Scott Ecker

College, major: Argosy University, veterinary technician

Quote: “If you’re not willing to learn, no one can help you. If you’re determined to learn, no one can stop you.” — Zig Zigler

Payia Xiong

Parents: Yeng Xiong and Chong Yang

College, major: Century College, radiologic technology

Quote: “In the end, we only regret the chances we didn’t take, the relationships we were afraid to have, and the decisions we waited too long to make.” — Lewis Carroll

Andrea Kuenster

Parents: Kevin and Cheryl Kuenster

College, major: St. Catherine’s University, communications, journalism

Quote: “It is never too late to be what you might have been.”

Htee Saw

Parents: Mu k’Paw and Eh Ta La

College, major: St. Paul College, elementary education

Quote: “Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success.” — Swami Sivananda

Vi Vu

Parents: Vinh Q Vu and Dung K. T. Tran

College, major: St. Paul College, licensed practical nursing

Quote: “If you can’t fly, then run; if you can’t run, then walk; if you can’t walk, then crawl. But whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward.” — Martin Luther King Jr.

Kisheka McDowell

Parents: Sabrina Fair and the late Kendall McDowell

College, major: St. Paul College, University of Minnesota, communications

Quote: “Let us remember: One book, one pen, one child, one teacher can change the world.” — Malala Yousafzai

Mai Dao Lor

Parents: Kaying Xiong and Lor Lor

College, major: St. Paul College, social work

Quote: “When one door closes, another door opens; but we so often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the one which opens for us.” — Alexander Graham Bell

Mai Nhia Vang

Parents: Blia Pao Vang and Blia Yang

College, major: St. Paul College, accounting

Quote: “Perseverance is failing 19 times and succeeding the 20th.” — Julie Andrews

Lisve Espinoza Pimentel

Parents: Guadalupe Pimentel and Candido Espinoza

College, major: Century College, radiologic technology

Quote: “Never regret anything because at one point, it’s exactly what you wanted.”

APOSTOLIC BIBLE INSTITUTE, OAKDALE

Nathan Benjamin Reece

Parents: Benjamin and Debra Reece

College, major: Completed a degree in CNC toolmaking from St. Paul College in May 2016

Quote: “Not everyone can be perfect.”

Jurgen Reyes

Parents: Pascual and Margie Reyes

College: University of St. Thomas

Quote: “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord.” — Deuteronomy 6:4

APPLE VALLEY

Davita Blyakher

Parents: Felix Blyakher and Marianna Dobkina

College, major: University of St. Thomas, actuarial science

Ilana Blyakher

Parents: Felix Blyakher and Marianna Dobkina

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, computer science and mathematics

Ashley Flake

Parents: Maury and Lisa Flake

College, major: Utah State University, pre-med

Kira Holton

Parents: James and Susan Holton

College, major: Gustavus Adolphus College, biochemistry

Victoria Koch

Parents: Scott and Lisa Koch

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, finance

Katie Moynihan

Parents: Brian and Janelle Moynihan

College, major: Concordia University, St. Paul, exercise science, math

Alexandra Stainbrook

Parents: John and Lisa Stainbrook

College, major: Iowa State University, microbiology and genetics

Anita Stasson

Parents: Thomas and Jacqueline Stasson

College: Bethel University

Olivia Anger

Parents: David and Doris Anger

College, major: Winona State University, business

Jacob Swanstrom

Parent: Katen Swanstrom

College, major: University of South Carolina, international studies

Nikhil Shahi

Parents: Jaya and Renu Shahi

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, computer science

HaiLin Zhang

Parents: ChonJie Zhang and ShuRu Lin

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, finance

Morgan Meyer

Parents: Daniel and Laurie Meyer

College, major: Carroll University, health care administration

Anna Milbauer

Parents: Jeff and Jill Milbauer

College, major: South Dakota State University, biochemistry, pre-medicine

AVALON SCHOOL, ST. PAUL

Sara Beth Anderson, Xena Crist, Isabella DiCicco, HD Downs, Tyler Evans, Sam Havlina-Madsen, Mecca Hill, Campbell Jaap, Marina Jenkins, Shermeenna Jenkins, Logan Johnson, Daisy Jones, Jessica Kobett, Keara Lavandowska, Alex Lents, Killian Lingel-Macias, Rhiannon Magee, Alexandre Marble, Alexandra Mazurek,Yasha Fabian Meyer, Miranda Mier, Mali O’Neal, Devari Olson, Troy Phillip Palmateer, Mara Ranta, Emma Reilly, Lakia Robinson, Allaura Skildum, Katrina Sponheim, Monica Sporre, Ronny Stemple, Adam Thomas, Seth Thompson, Zechariah Thompson, Shawn Wroblewski

BARRON, WIS.

Yolanda Candler

Parents: Tucker and Andrea Scofield

College, major: Brown University, biomedical engineering

Rece Dietrich

Parents: Mike and Deb Dietrich

College, major: University of Minnesota-Duluth, mass communications

Callie Hilbert

Parents: Guy and Cathie Hilbert

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, nursing

Jolene Lansin

Parents: Jill Kuhrt and Jason Lansin

College, major: Viterbo University, social work

Parker Massie

Parents: Chad and Pam Massie

College, major: University of Wisconsin-River Falls, animal science

Jacob Peterson

Parents: Dave and Denise Peterson

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, computer science software programming

Sarah Pintens

Parents: Tony and Aimee Pintens

College: University of Wisconsin-Stout, early childhood education

Kyra Platzek

Parents: Paula Platzek and Sara and Lowell Platzek

College, major: Waldorf University, wellness

Sarah Prill

Parents: Kevin and Mary Prill

College, major: Viterbo University, dietetics

Amanda Queiser

Parents: Scott and Susan Queiser

College, major: University of Minnesota-Duluth, teaching communication arts and literature

Brian Redmond

Parents: Jill Redmond

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Stout, mechanical engineering

Ethan Weaver

Parents: Brian and Amy Weaver

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, political science

BLAINE

Highest honors: Yana Aleksandrova, Brittney Allen, Ryan Anderson, Zachary Baker, Corinne Barajas , Taylor Bartlett, Selam Berhea, Anna Bialke, Eric Brodeen, Emma Butler, Matthew Byman, Margaret Carlyle, Cassandra Chanthamontry, Brady Clarke, Kalli Doyle, Issraa El-Khatib, Sophia Fitzpatrick, Cara Garfield, Lee Goedeken, Emilie Grote, Andrew Grout, Michael Guckeen, Axel Gustafson, Brannen Hall, Kendra Haller, Khalid Hammami, Derek Haring, Isabelle Hemmila, John Hicke, Kacey Isle, Annrose Jerry, Connor Johnson, Kyle Johnson, Jenna Kallestad, Elisabeth King, Kayleigh Larson, Emily Link, Amelia Luckow, Calli Lundberg, Michaela Martin, Mele Meliane-Iris, Mathey-Adely, Theodore Mavetz, John McAllister, Margarita Mecicar, Carter Mickelson, Catherine Miller, Paige Nelson, Emily Nelson, Kaitlyn Nordling, Aunaca Novak, Matthew Pappas, Ivon Paredes, Nichole Peterson, Harley Pierce-Ramsdell, Sabryna Rakim, Samuel Richards, Julia Robberstad, Samantha Roetering, Michael Rogge, Victoria Rustad, Paityn Schaffer, Henry Schmitz, Nicolas Schumacher, Sydney Seim, Rebecca Serbus, Aubrey Shepard, Thomas Shogren, Madison Sinclair, Tenzin Sonam, Tanner Sorsen, Alicia Stone, Maddison Stoner, Joshua Talusan, Thadaeus Thao, Katrina Theisen, Hunter Throndsen, Lensa Toka, Huy Tran, Brandon Tran, Vivian Tran, Isabella Troy, Chase Underwood, Rachel Van Berkom, Alex Vanyo, Olivia Veloske, Marc Wisniewski, Sydney Yozamp, Blake Zehms

BRIDGE VIEW, ST. PAUL

Scott Owens

Parents: Silvia and Marshall Owens

After graduation: Focus Beyond Transition Program

Quote: “Rock and roll music, if you like it, if you feel it, you can’t help but move to it. That’s what happens to me. I can’t help it.” — Elvis Presley

Maalik Adkins

Parent: Demetrice Adkins

After graduation: Focus Beyond Transition Program

Quote: “Never let the stumble in the road be the end of your journey.”

BURNSVILLE

Maedin Abegaz, Ryan Alexander, Matthew Amos, Allison Anderson, Courtney Anderson, John Baradaran, Gretchen Bellefeuille, Brody Bien, Kyra Boaz, Emily Bollinger, Courtney Borgman, Emily Bergstrom Carlson, Maren Decker, Danielle Fairchild, Rachel Floersch, Erin Fugh, Charlotte Gude, Emily Haberlack, Paul Hoanglong, Benjamin Hubbard, Kayla Johnson, Cory Kallstrom, Colton Kirschbaum, Cole Knutson,
Jonna Kolmer, Phillip Kuplic, Kallie Lyon, Keeley Meier, Reed Miller, Adam Ottoson, Noah Robb, Kristin Robinson, Amanda Schmid, Emily Schmid, Katherine Shealy, Eleanor Soderholm, Jason Ung, Caitessa Venables, Sarah Waterman

CENTENNIAL, CIRCLE PINES

Nicole Abraham, Kowsar Ahmed, Caitlyn Bangert, Madeline Caron, Tara Chapman, Adam Drabek, Bernadette Hanson, Jake Holicky, Victoria Jennrich, Marisa Larson, Kristen Magsalin, Kyosuke Mitsuishi, Nathaniel Navratil, Erin Nelsen, Elijah Nguyen, Megan Peck, Conner Peickert, Rami Qamhieh, Carly Rademacher, Ian Russman, Kinming Sin, Kinyee Sin, Jenna Sundstrom, Spencer Tuma, Rebecca Twait, Yer Van, Preston Waldvogel, Delaney Warren, Samantha Weisser, Cameron Wonchoba, Mari Zech, Jessica Zola, Kyler Zurn

CENTRAL, ST. PAUL

Giulia DeLuca

Parents: Joseph and Virginia DeLuca

College, major: University of Minnesota, biology

Elizabeth Ener

Parents: Evran and Theresa Ener

College, major: University of Minnesota, genetics cell biology and development

Emilee Fulton

Parents: Jim Fulton, Mitchell and Kay Lieberherr

College, major: Carleton College, computer science

Anna Jentz

Parents: Jeffery and Martha Jentz

College: Loyola University, Chicago

Mariel Jones

Parents: Timothy Jones and Jacqueline de Vries

College, major: Smith College, engineering

Kamran Kelly

Parents: Brad Kelly and Ayesha Shariff

College, major: Carleton College, biology, environmental science

Happy-Sarah Kim

Parents: Charles and Sarah Kim

College, major: University of St. Thomas, biology, pre-med

Lydia Light

Parents: Marc Light and Jill Gaulding

College, major: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, mechanical engineering

Isabella Neira

Parents: Michael and Sandra Neira

College, major: University of Minnesota, biology, environmental science

Lisa Torstenson

Parents: Allen Torstenson, Lisa Torstenson, Frances Homans

College, major: Carleton College, biochemistry and environmental studies

Theodore Walker

Parents: Kevin and Lisa Walker

College, major: Harvard University, physics, applied mathematics, computer science

CHISAGO LAKES, LINDSTROM

Cole Anderson

Parents: Eric and Stacia Anderson

College, major: University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; bio-engineering

Jade Anthony

Parents: Jason and Kelly Anthony

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, economics

Danielle Barnes

Parents: Mike and Linda Barnes

College, major: College of William and Mary, biology

Jillian Bielicki

Parents: Todd and Jennifer Bielicki

College, major: College of St. Scholastica, biology

Lauren Bryan

Parents: Renee and Gordon Bryan

College, major: University of North Dakota, neuropsychology

Julia Clarin

Parents: Wade and Sarah Clarin

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biomedical engineering

Jack Dong

Parents: Xiao Shou Dong and Zhi Min Zhang

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, math

Claire Eikens

Parents: John and Michelle Eikens

College, major: University of Denver, Spanish and biology

Derek Frank

Parents: Steve and Patty Frank

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biochemistry

Rachelle Hallberg

Parents: Marianne Reis and Tom Hallberg

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, architecture

Jack Hansen

Parents: Joel and Susan Hansen

College: Auguste-Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

Karly Hennen

Parents: Curt and Kari Hennen

College, major: College of St. Benedict, math and theater

Marin Melloy

Parents: Terri Cook-Melloy and Evan Melloy

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, neuroscience

Sally Nelson

Parents: Amy and Bruce Nelson

College, major: Concordia College, Moorhead, biology

Kaitlyn Nichols

Parents: Dana and Krista Nichols

College, major: University of St. Thomas, biology

Colton Olson

Parents: Scott and Clarice Olson

College, major: North Dakota State University, mechanical engineering

Megan Slater

Parents: Sue Rosenquist

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, agriculture communications, marketing

Sierra Stendahl

Parents: Dean and Anita Stendahl

College, major: South Dakota State University, pre-vet

Alison Stiller

Parents: Jim Stiller and Trace Avery

College, major: College of St. Benedict, nutrition science, pre-med

Hunter Worden

Parents: Chad and Jocelyn Worden

College, major: Michigan Technical University, chemical engineering

CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY, FARMINGTON

With High Honors

Jakson Griffith

Parents: Sandy Griffith, Duane Griffith

College, major: University of Northwestern, finance

Abigail Haenni

Parents: John and April Haenni

College, major: Southwest Assembly of God University, Waxahachie, Texas; intercultural studies

Isaac Heikkila

Parents: Doug and Pam Heikkila

College, major: University of Northwestern, business

Krystal Jankowski

Parents: Dan and Marilou Jankowski

College, major: University of Northwestern, business administration

Bryanne Stites

Parents: Kristi Charles, Brian Stites

College, major: University of Wisconsin-River Falls, elementary education

Elizabeth Sullivan

Parents: Carrie Arndt, Tom Sullivan

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, communications

Anna Treimer

Parents: Trent and Julie Treimer

College, major: Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, Ariz.; behavioral science

CLAYTON, WIS.

Jake Anderson

Parents: Chris and Stacey Schradle, Terrance Anderson and Sheri Swonger

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Stout, game design

Tiffany Moskal

Parents: Angie Moskal and the late Craig Moskal

College, major: University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, biology

Brandon Gilbertson

Parents: Dan Gilbertson and Charlene Gilbertson

College: Northland College

Roberta Pearson

Parents: Jerry and Doris Pearson

After graduation: Air National Guard, study nursing

Kyle Kittelson

Parents: Don Kittelson and Jenny Kittelson

College, major: Western Technical College, La Crosse, fire protection technician

Mary Hoffman

Parents: Joseph and Megan Hoffman

College, major: St. Norbert College, biology

Cammie Ketz

Parents: Barry and Brenda Ketz

College, major: Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College, accounting

COMMUNITY OF PEACE ACADEMY, ST. PAUL

Hannah Yang

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, marketing

Kengther Yang

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biology, theater

Michael Sosa Guerra

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, engineering or business

Keng Lor

College, major: St. John’s University, business marketing

Lizbeth Rosas Real

College, major: Minnesota College of Arts and Design, illustration

Mai Moua Lee

College, major: St. Olaf College, computer science

Alex Her

College, major: St. John’s University, marketing and business

Jimmy Moua

College, major: St. Paul College, machine tool technology

Poua Moua

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, pre-med

COMO, ST. PAUL

Emma Hartmann

Parents: Doug and Teresa Hartmann

College, major: Macalester College

Quote: “If you believe in yourself and with a tiny pinch of magic, all your dreams can come true.” — SpongeBob SquarePants

Jack Freier

Parents: Janet Thimke and David Freier

College, major: Macalester College, political science

Quote: “I love mankind; it’s people I can’t stand.” — Charles Schulz

Tuomas Sivula

Parents: Risto Sivula and Ann Borgwardt

College: Carleton College

Quote: “Last words are for fools who haven’t said enough.” — Karl Marx

Keith Eicher

Parent: Diana Eicher

College, major: Stanford University, computer science, economics, public policy

Quote: “If you’re not angry, you’re ignorant.” — Philip Moulton

Ellie Thorsgaard

Parents: Amy Tomczyk and Todd Thorsgaard

College, major: Cornell University, linguistics, statistical science

Quote: “A darling life of impulsive passion is an expression which refers to people who follow what is in their hearts, and like people who prefer to follow their head, or follow a mysterious man in a dark blue raincoat, these people end up doing all sorts of things.” — Lemony Snicket

Lina Abajebel

Parents: Taher Mohammed and Mekdes Woldegirgis

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biomedical engineering

Quote: “I know it seem hard sometimes but / Remember one thing. / Through every dark night, there’s a bright day after that. / So no matter how hard it get, stick your chest out / Keep your head up … and handle it.” — “Me Against the World,” Tupac Shakur

Cassandra Prescott

Parents: Timothy and Mary Prescott

College, major: University of South Carolina, pre-law, sports and entertainment management

Quote: “Talk low, talk slow, and don’t talk too much.” — John Wayne

Philip Moulton

Parents: Kevan and Cheryl Moulton

College, major: University of Minnesota, chemical engineering

Quote: “One is almost never present, or rather fully present, and that’s because we have only a half-hearted chaotic and slipshod, disgraceful and vile relationship with our surroundings.” — Witold Gombrowicz

Madeline Langer

Parents: Megan Marsnik and Jason Langer

College, major: Loyola University, elementary education

Quote: “No matter what I do, literally nothing bad can happen to me. I’m like a white male U.S. Senator.” — Leslie Knope, “Parks and Recreation”

Mary Miles

Parents: Patrick and Monica Miles

College: University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

Quote: “Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.”

CONCORDIA ACADEMY, ROSEVILLE

Mingyi Chen

Parents: Peng and Xi Chen

College: University of California

Quote: “Action is character.” — F. Scott Fitzgerald

Joseph Dahl

Parents: Steve and Janelle Dahl

College, major: Bethel University, math

Quote: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9

Ella Beardsley

Parents: Rich and Marilyn Beardsley

College, major: Bethel University, biokinetics

Quote: “You must strive to find your own voice. Because the longer you wait to begin, the less likely you are to find it at all.” — John Keating, “The Dead Poets Society”

Andrew Erath

Parents: Jeremy and Jessica Erath

College, major: Dordt College, Sioux City, Iowa; actuarial science

Quote: “Look too hard for one thing, and you miss everything else.” — Riku, “Kingdom Hearts”

Karene Jensen

Parents: Mitch and Tami Jensen

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biomedical engineering

Quote: “We know what we are, but know not what we may be.” — William Shakespeare

Ryken Kreps

Parents: Ronn and Sara Kreps

College, major: Bethel University, English and Biblical studies

Quote: “Between stimulus and response is our greatest power — the freedom to choose.” — Stephen R. Covey

Becca Erdman

Parents: Sam and Mary Erdman

College: Concordia University

Quote: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9

Clara Paul

Parents: Marc and Sara Paul

College, major: University of Sioux Falls, education

Quote: “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness and all these things will be given to you as well.” — Matthew 6:33

Tiancheng Xu

Parents: X. Xu and Yili Yao

College, major: University of Minnesota, Morris, chemistry

Quote: “God grant me the courage not to give up what I think is right even though I think it is hopeless.” — Chester Nimitz

Tianhe Zhang

Parents: Zhonggang Zhang and Zhongyou Tan

College, major: Case Western Reserve University, math

Quote: “One swallow does not make a summer.” — Aristotle

COON RAPIDS

Steven Kelly

Parents: John and Diane Kelly

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Ellis Syke

Parent: Tricia Syke

College, major: U.S. Air Force Academy, aviation

Victoria Weimholt

Parents: Mark and Joan Weimholt

After graduation: exchange student

Angela Birr

Parents: Matthew and Gail Birr

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, pre-vet

Riley Shore

Parents: Lance and Cindi Shore

College, major: University of Colorado-Boulder, chemical and biological engineering

Branson Palzer

Parents: David and Sandy Palzer

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biological sciences

Julie Bittner

Parents: John and Karen Bittner

College: Concordia College, Moorhead

Alexa Hanneman

Parents: Jeff and Sandy Hanneman

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biomedical engineering

Amelia Hausker

Parents: Greg and Karri Hausker

College, major: University of Northwestern-St. Paul, music education

Michaela Friedeck

Parents: Michael and Deidra Friedeck

College, major: Drake University, pre-pharmacy

Spencer Juola

Parents: Paula Beise and Jay Juola

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, engineering

Huyen Vu

Parents: Hoan Vu and Hien Vu

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, child psychology

Pauline Cao

Parents: Thanh Cao and Loan Tran

College: major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biochemistry

Also: Nathan Mueggenberg, Collin Volk, Karly Westra, Anna Mrosla, Nathan Murphy, Grace Larson, Madison Koski

CREATIVE ARTS, ST. PAUL

Emma Jones,, Kao Ly Thao,, Moua Yang, Malakai Lillmars, Arabella McSwain, Kyra Gerst, Jonash Pacis, Hannah Healey, Arrik Lentz, Victor McKnight

CRETIN-DERHAM HALL, ST. PAUL

Garrett Nelson

Parents: Brett and Geralyn Nelson

College: Santa Clara University

Madeline Kehoe

Parents: Michael Kehoe and Michelle Tichey

College: St. Louis University

Halle Sterling

Parents: Chris and Tricia Sterling

College: University of Wisconsin-Madison

Elizabeth Harris

Parents: Michael and Seanne Harris

College: University of Notre Dame

Daniel Ryan

Parents: Dan and Colleen Ryan

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Claire Beltmann

Parents: Jeff Beltmann and Christine Kohler

College: Loyola University, Chicago

Joseph Schroeder

Parents: Joel and Jennifer Schroeder

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Emily Kinne

Parent: Terri Kinne

College: Iowa State University

Mizelle Joy La’o Hornilla

Parents: Lamberto and Arlene Hornilla

College: University of Miami

Catherine Huss

Parents: Joe and Mary Huss

College: University of Wisconsin-Madison

DELASALLE, MINNEAPOLIS

Ayinde Abanu

Parents: Vanessa and John Abanu

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Meara Cline

Parents: Shelley and Dr. Michael Cline

College: Wellesley College, Massachusetts

Emily Doerner

Parents: Hope and Brian Doerner

College: Loyola University, Chicago

Jenson Draper

Parents: Vicki Host and Michael Draper

College: Bradley University, Peoria, Ill.

Annie Dubner

Parents: Susan Noe and Andy Dubner

College: University of Washington

Patrick Duffy

Parents: Shelley Fitzmaurice and Walter Duffy

College: U.S. Military Academy Preparatory School, West Point, N.Y.

Gabrielle Eull

Parents: Elizabeth and Bill Eull

College: University of Wisconsin-Madison

Paul Hupp

Parents: Erin and John Hupp

College: St. Louis University

Samm Jones

Parents: Janelle Jones and Ken Jones

College: Northwestern University

Lilia Mannes

Parents: Karen Astromsky and Marc Mannes

College: Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, N.Y.

Matthew Maxam

Parents: Roxanne and Paul Maxam

College: Loyola University, Chicago

Patrick McCarthy

Parents: Carole and Alan McCarthy

College: University of Miami

Marissa Mohammed

Parent: Naomi Mohammed

College: Macalester College

Keenan Moore

Parents: Shari and Jim Moore

College: Carleton College

Jacob Ney

Parents: Carol and Jeff Ney

College: St. John’s University

Rey Riera

Parents: Paola and Jorge Riera

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Louise Rossiter

Parents: Colleen and Ted Rossiter

College: Knox College, Galesburg, Ill.

Evie Samuelson

Parents: Cheryl Arkin and J.P. Samuelson

College: Lewis and Clark College, Portland, Ore.

Frances Thornton

Parents: Joan Ludowese and Brendan Thornton

College: College of St. Benedict

Nathan Wachowiak

Parents: Judy Dudziak and Glenn Wachowiak

College: Georgetown University

EAGAN

Valedictorians

Britta Koenen

Parents: Clark and Mary Koenen

College, major: St. Olaf College, biology

Quote: “Fortune favors the brave.” — Latin Proverb

Delaney Leiter

Parents: Mark and Carolyn Leiter

College, major: Fordham University, pre-architecture, interior design

Quote: “Do what makes you happy.”

Danielle Marshall

Parents: Pete and Michele Marshall

College, major: Creighton University, journalism, cultural anthropology

Quote: “There are far better things ahead than what we leave behind.” — C.S. Lewis

Ridhima Mishra

Parents: Arti and Pankaj Mishra

College, major: Stanford University, human biology, public health

Quote: “Work until your idols become your rivals.”

Madison Snidarich

Parents: Richard and Stephanie Snidarich

College, major: University of Washington-Seattle, biology, pre-med

Quote: “Whatever you are, be a good one.” — William Makepeace Thackeray

EAST RIDGE, WOODBURY

Ellie Anderson

Parents: Michael Anderson and Christine Anderson

College, major: Ohio State University, biomedical science

Quote: “I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious.” — Albert Einstein

Peter Betz

Parents: Carolyn and Dennis Betz

College, major: University of Notre Dame, physics

Quote: “Everyone is a genius, but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”

Tyler Deng

Parents: Roger Deng and Celia Li

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, computer science

Quote: “Don’t cry over spilled milk. By this time tomorrow, it’ll be free yogurt.” — Stephen Colbert

Grant Feuer

Parents: Tina Feuer and Adam Feuer

College, major: Cornell University, biomedical engineering, pre-med

Quote: “To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.” — Steve Prefontaine

Andrew Guo

Parents: Qin Tang and Zhiguang Guo

College, major: Johns Hopkins University, pre-med

Quote: “Today I will do what others won’t, so tomorrow I can accomplish what others can’t.” — Jerry Rice

Nikhil Gupta

Parents: Ashu and Anoop Gupta

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, engineering

Quote: “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”

Leonid Heide

Parents: Carsten and Julia Heide

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, aerospace engineering

Quote: “A smooth sea never made a skilled mariner.” — English proverb

Ashwin Kolla

Parents: Venkateswara and Geeta Kolla

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, computer science engineering

Quote: “Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.” — Albert Einstein

Nigibh Kumar

Parents: Pankaj Kumar and Rashmi Vashisht

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, engineering

Quote: “Money was never a big motivation for me, except as a way to keep score. The real excitement is playing the game!” — Donald Trump

Eric Landgrebe

Parents: Mary and Kevin Landgrebe

College, major: Cornell University, computer science

Quote: “I am tomorrow, or some future day, what I establish today. I am today what I established yesterday or some previous day.” — James Joyce

EASTVIEW, APPLE VALLEY

Jordan Kopfer

Parents: John and Angela Kopfer

College, major: Valparaiso University, pre-physical therapy

Quote: “Rise up. Take courage. And do it.” — Ezra 10:4

Grace Mayer

Parents: Paul and Beth Mayer

College, major: University of Chicago, English, theaer, performance studies

Quote: “There was a star danced, and under that was I born.” — William Shakespeare

Holly McPhee

Parents: John and Bev McPhee

College, major: Miami University of Ohio, accounting

Quote: “The best way to predict the future is to create it.”

Kelly Montgomery

Parents: Scott and Diana Montgomery

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, kinesiology, dance

Quote: “Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” — Matthew 6:34

Sarah Montgomery

Parents: Scott and Diana Montgomery

College/Major: Michigan Technological University, chemical engineering

Quote: “Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” — Aristotle

Brooke Berglund

Parents: Jonathan and Nicole Berglund

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, engineering

Quote: “Everyone said to Vincent van Gogh, ‘You can’t be a great painter, you only have one ear.’ And you know what he said? ‘I can’t hear you.’” — Michael Scott, “The Office”

Hannah Rumon

Parents: Tim and Janet Rumon

College, major: University of St. Thomas, mathematical economics

Quote: “Do what you feel in your heart to be right, for you’ll be criticized anyway” — Eleanor Roosevelt

Benjamin Ziemann

Parents: Christopher and Erica Ziemann

College, major: Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering, Needham, Mass.; computer science

Quote: “There is little difference in being lost and exploring.” — Dan Eldon

Anika Vij

Parents: Lokesh and Vandana Vij

College, major: Washington University in St. Louis, business, economics

Quote: “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.”

Allison Hagg

Parents: Ken and Nan Hagg

College, major: University of Edinburgh, history

Quote: “Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today. Let us begin.” — Mother Teresa

Olivia Nichols

Parents: Jim and Miyuki Nichols

College, major: Brandeis University, languages and culture

Quote: “It isn’t the fact that you’re licked that counts, it’s how did you fight — and why?” — Edmund Vance Cooke

ELLSWORTH, WIS.

Valedictorian: Riley Groh

Parents: John and Lisa Groh

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, pre-med

Quote: “She believed she could, so she did.” — “Scoring Wilder,” R. S. Grey

Salutatorian: Loran Cipala

Parents: Todd and Bobbi Cipala

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, pre-med

Quote: “It’s not that I reject the norm. I just don’t believe it exists.” — Misty Copeland

ELMWOOD, WIS.

Valedictorian: Elizabeth Fredrickson

Parents: Brenda Fredrickson, Mark Fredrickson

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, human biology

Quote: “Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.”

Salutatorian: Margaret “Maggie” Freiermuth

Parents: Scott and Nicole Freiermuth

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Stout, applied science, pre-med

Quote: “The question isn’t who’s going to let me, it’s who’s going to stop me.” — Ayn Rand

Elisabeth Carston

Parents: Walter and Joan Carston

College, major: Texas A&M University, piano performance

Quote: “Some people live more in 20 years than others do in 80. It’s not the time that matters, it’s the person.” — “Doctor Who”

Elizabeth “Libby” Feuker

Parents: Craig and Andrea Feuker

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, art and design

Quote: “Creativity is intelligence having fun.” — Albert Einstein

Ryan Asher

Parents: Greg and Janell Asher

College, major: University of Wisconsin-River Falls, exercise, sport science

Quote: “The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.” — Joseph Campbell

FARMINGTON

Sabrina Belisle, Devin Bernu, Alison Berreth, Cody Billins, Jenna Boelter, Anjali Chatlani, Sidney Comes, Vincent Donohue, Cole Dubbels, Tyler Eckert, Kaitlin Edwards, Juliann Felter, Christian Groves, Amanda Hansmann, Alexander Hart, Tyler Jaramillo, Rachel Johnson, Hayden Kendall, Courtney Kimmell, Emily Larsen, Rebecca LeClair, Bridget Lensing, Kyra Lucke, Erin Lunz, Courtney McCuddin, Mackenzie McCuddin, Jonathan Nghiem, Ericka Olin, Rebecca Opp, Siri Orser, Megan Richards, Angela Schauer, James Thompson, Pieper Walton, Elizabeth Welter, Nicole Willis

FOREST LAKE

Joseph Alberg

Parents: Jack and Patti Alberg

College, major: University of Denver, international business

Alyssa Eggersgluss

Parents: Heidi and Chad Eggersgluss

College, major: University of St. Thomas, music education

Amelia Espinosa

Parent: Judy Espinosa

College, major: Gustavus Adolphus College, political science

Justin Grant

Parents: Jennifer Grant and Jay Grant

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, mechanical engineering

Ethan Herzog

Parents: Mike and Barb Herzog

College, major: North Dakota State University, mechanical engineering

Megan Hultgren

Parents: Lisa and Dave Hultgren

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Stout, graphic design

Jenna Hunt

Parent: Barbara Hunt

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, kinesiology

Patrick Kasl

Parents: Craig and Mary Beth Kasl

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, chemical or biomedical engineering

Martin Lonsdorf

Parents: Paul and Carol Lonsdorf

College, major: University of St. Thomas, philosophy

Carlie Lund

Parents: John and Tracey Lund

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, business

Alexis Olson

Parents: Tom and Janet Olson

College, major: Luther College, biology

Klara Peterson

Parents: Heather and Gary Peterson

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, cellular genetics, developmental biology

Megan Riel

Parents: Tani and Terrance Riel

College, major: South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, chemical and biological engineering

Madalyn Romines

Parents: John and Susan Romines

College, major: University of Kentucky, nutrition and pre-med

Katherine Schaaf

Parents: Paul and Diane Schaaf

College, major: Michigan Technological University, chemical engineering

Hunter Shortly

Parents: Violet and Ian Shortly

College: U.S. Coast Guard Academy

Madelyn Smith

Parents: Tom and Stacy smith

College, major: Colorado School of Mines, environmental engineering

Abby Steinhoff

Parents: Brad and Corrine Steinhoff

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, nursing

Megan Storkan

Parents: Steve and Jody Storkan

College, major: George Mason University, political science, history

Lexis Wedell

Parents: Benjamin and Lanette Wedell

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, microbiology

FRIDLEY

Highest honors: Keanan Allen, Sierra Barker, Katherine Barrett, Dylan Blaido, Parker Brady, Emma Broos, Madeline Christenson, Munira Dahir, Abigail Duehn, Kimberly Enriquez-Aragon, Praise Hall, Joseph Herder, Jakob Hofstad, Amelia Howard, Sara Johnson, Anesa Kahrimanovic, Erin Larson, Pa Shia Lee, Dayton Lindsay, Christine Ludi, Claire Piehowski, Alex Polka, Sierra Rodero, Breezy Rucker, Nicholas Small, Katherine Stevenson, Kellie Thao, Tiffany Tranby, Aurora Valtierrez, Abigail Walker, Amy Walus

GRANTSBURG, WIS.

Valedictorian: Jessee Lerud

Salutatorian: Drew McNally

High Honor Graduates: Brett Anderson, Joshua Curtin, Chase Covey, Jackson Gerber, Andrew Hartshorn, Delia Labatt, Audrey Lauer, Colt Lien, Mason McEvers, Violet Ohnstad, Cassidy Quimby, Zachary Tebow, Olivia Tucker, Kevin Vollendorf

Honor Graduates: Hannah Haley, King Hoffman, Spencer Louis, Megan Miller, Amber Pedersen, Megan Rod, Majel Schmaltz, Jaeger Staeven, Keesha Thayer

GREAT RIVER SCHOOL, ST. PAUL

Maura McDaniel

Parents: David McDaniel and Tina Newville

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, architecture

Quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done.” — Nelson Mandela

Chloe Peterson-Nafziger

Parents: Melanie and Erik Peterson-Nafziger

College, major: Stanford University, environmental engineering

Quote: “We cannot do everything and there is a sense of liberation in realizing that. This enables us to do something, and to do it very well.” — the Rev. Oscar Romero

Alia Kirkpatrick

Parents: Catherine and David Kirkpatrick

College, major: University of British Columbia, linguistics

Quote: “Do the right thing. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest.” — Mark Twain

Isabel Olson

Parents: Teresa Hichens-Olson, Emily Lloyd, Terry Olson

College, major: Carleton College, physics

Quote: Follow your passion, stay true to yourself, never follow someone else’s path unless you’re in the woods and you’re lost and you see a path then by all means you should follow that.” — Ellen Degeneres

Amelia Montie

Parents: Jo Montie and Carl Besser

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, cognitive science, music

Quote: “I won’t tell you that the world matters nothing, or the world’s voice, or the voice of society. They matter a good deal. They matter far too much. But there are moments when one has to choose between living one’s own life, fully, entirely, completely — or dragging out some false, shallow, degrading existence that the world demands. You have that moment now. Choose.” — Oscar Wilde

Olivia Depies

Parents: Lynn Nordquist and Chuck Depies

After graduation: Gap year, then majoring in physics in college

Quote: “Billy got out of bed in the moonlight. He felt spooky and luminous, felt as though he were wrapped in cool fur that was full of static electricity.” — “Slaughterhouse-Five,” Kurt Vonnegut,

John Garner

Parents: Gary and Denise Garner

College, major: Macalester College, economics

Quote: “Day before yesterday I saw a rabbit, and yesterday a deer, and today, you.” — “The Dandelion Girl,” Robert F. Young

HARDING, ST. PAUL

Yasmin Abdillahi

Parents: Fadumo Osman and Ahmed Ahmed

College: Princeton University

Chaltu Musse

Parent: Kimia Ahmed

College: Yale University

Cindy Nguyen

Parents: Nhon Nguyen and Diemlan Ton

College: Smith College

Amy Moua

Parents: Cha Ger Moua and Bao Vang

College: University of Minnesota

Salamong Xiong

Parents: Mai Yang Chang and Kou Xiong

College: Macalester College

Pao Thao

Parent: Xee Xiong

College: Stanford University

Alexis Nelson

Parents: David and Tuanjai Nelson

College: University of California-Berkeley

Lucero Ramos

Parent: Priscilla Vergara

College: Boston College

July Yang

Parents: Mai K Lor and Chue Yang

Andrew Hotchkiss

Parents: Leroy and Rose Hotchkiss

College: Augsburg College

HASTINGS

Highest honors: Samantha Dabruzzi, Nena Fasbender, Lucas Fluegel, Sally Frandrup, Seth Greengo, Quinn Myers, Sara Shingledecker, Halle Tousignant

High honors: Callahan Gergen, Brady Gullicks, Kalyne Henrichsen, Sarah Howd, Jason Iverson, Savannah Kaul, Lauren Mattmiller, Maria Onnen, Sara Pevonka, Meghan Prazak, Raelyn Reinardy, Kathryn Roach, Kayleigh Rohr, Daniel Saxton, Erin Smothers, Garrett Tuin, Logan Welshons, Anna Williams

Honors: Shelby Baker, Patrick Clark, Kenneth Kies, Claire Kilfoyl, Amanda Mach, Nicholas McGrath, Connor Muench, Rachel Roberts, Cecelia Roche, Cole Scully

HIGHLAND PARK, ST. PAUL

Emma Celebrezze

Parents: Margaret and Bill Celebrezze

College, major: Lewis & Clark College, Portland, Ore.; religious studies and dance

Quote: “Be happy while you are living because it is almost impossible to do when you are dead.” — Chris (Simpsons artist)

Xe Chang

Parent: Chee Xiong

College, major: Brown University, international relations

Quote: “Piglet noticed that even though he had a very small heart, it could hold a rather large amount of gratitude.” — A.A. Milne

Sabrina Hang

Parents: Tua Lam and Koan Hang

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biomedical engineering

Quote: “You’re off to great places! You’re off and away!” — Dr. Seuss

Keiko Hilmo

Parents: Michael and Danielle Hilmo

College, major: Wellesley College, linguistics

Quote: “We’ve all got both light and dark inside us. What matters is the part we choose to act on. That’s who we really are.” — Sirius Black, “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix”

Mari Homstad

Parents: Sara and Leigh Homstad

College: University of Wisconsin-Madison

Quote: “This is fine.” — Melissa Hedwall

Leah Kanihan

Parents: David and Stacey Kanihan

College, major: Rice University, mathematics

Quote: “Each moment is a place you’ve never been.” — Mark Strand

Maxim Muter

Parent: Michelle Blaeser

College, major: Lawrence University, chemistry and vocal performance

Quote: “The mind is everything. What you think, you become.” — The Buddha

Rogelio Salinas

Parents: Rosario DelaTorre and Rogelio Salinas Sr.

College, major: Stanford University, economics

Quote: “Hood phenomenon, the LeBron of rhyme / Hard to be humble when you stuntin’ on a Jumbotron.” — “Devil in a New Dress,” Kanye West

Kelly Shanahan

Parents: Kathy and Marty Shanahan

College, major: Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, Ariz.; justice studies

Quote: “Women like you drown oceans.” — Rupi Kaur

Katherine Tennis

Parents: Mike and Teresa Tennis

College: University of San Francisco

Quote: “Life doesn’t come with any guarantees. You have to risk it to get the biscuit.” — “The Alchemist,” Paulo Coelho

HILL-MURRAY, MAPLEWOOD

Andrea Laudi

Parents: Noel and Marcelle Laudi

College, major: Creighton University, pre-med

Quote: “I don’t believe you have to be better than everybody else. I believe you have to be better than you ever thought you could be.” — Ken Venturi

Nicholas Weimann

Parents: Joseph and Ann Weimann

College, major: Benedictine College, Atchison, Kan.; chemical engineering

Quote: “All knowledge already exists within our minds, we just have to discover it.” — Ben Gapinski

Bridget Callaghan

Parents: Charlie and Katie Callaghan

College, major: University of Notre Dame, finance or actuarial science

Quote: “I wish there was a way to know you’re in the good old days before you’ve actually left them.” — Andy Bernard, “The Office”

Catherine Still

Parents: William and Monica Still

College, major: Loyola University, psychology

Quote: “To live is the rarest thing in the world. Most people just exist.”

Mary Elizabeth (Marybeth) Tollefson

Parents: Ross and Beth Tollefson

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, accounting

Quote: “As for the lover of wisdom … what do we suppose he will hold about the other pleasures as compared with that of knowing the truth …? Won’t he hold them to be far behind in pleasure?” — Plato

Kathleen Johnson

Parents: Mark and Margaret Johnson

College, major: Western Kentucky University, biology, pre-med

Quote: “The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.”

Brianna O’Gary

Parents: Shawn and Jennifer O’Gary

College, major: North Dakota State University, pharmacy

Quote: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.”

Lauren Lisowski

Parents: Pete and Christine Lisowski

College, major: University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, biology

Quote: “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.” — Dr. Seuss

Laura Stehler

Parents: Don and Amy Stehler

College, major: Boston College, biology, pre-med

Quote: “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” — Winston Churchill

Karly Bischel

Parents: Gregory and Kathleen Bischel

College, major: University of St. Thomas, sociology

Quote: “There is always a way.”

HMONG COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY, ST. PAUL

Kabao Lor

Parents: Mai Moua and Xai Cha Lor

College, major: St. Xavier University, Chicago; pre-med, biology

Quote: “Because I can.” — Anonymous

Say Moo Paw

Parent: Hser Moo

College, major: St. Paul College, social work

Quote: “The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.” — Aristotle

Lee Thao

Parents: Youa Lee and Ying Thao

College, major: Hamline University, psychology

Quote: “Life is like a camera. Focus on what’s important, capture the good times, develop from the negatives, and if things don’t work out, take another shot.”

Lollie Tran

Parents: Jenny Thao and Tuan Tran

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, microbiology

Quote: “Everyone is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” — Albert Einstein

Pa-Der Gina Vang

Parents: Xai Lee and Ge Vang

College: University of Wisconsin-River Falls

Quote: “Fail, fail again, fail better.” — Samuel Beckett

Kiettiyod Verakietsakul

Parents: Yuwadee Her and Nhiapao Vue

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Quote: “Always be yourself, express yourself, have faith in yourself, do not go out and look for a successful personality and duplicate it.” — Bruce Lee

Marisa Wirakiatsakun

Parents: Yuwadee Her and Nhiapao Vue

College, major: Concordia University, St. Paul, nursing

Quote: “Have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow know what you truly want to become.” — Steve Jobs

Bao Hnia Xiong

Parent: Shoua Yang

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biology

Caitlin Yang

Parents: La Vang and Yeng Yang

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Quote: “You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have.”

Luagntxhi Yang

Parents: Chao Moua and Bee Yang

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, business administration and management

Quote: “Instead of regretting what we cannot do, it is better to do what one can. For example, what we do has nothing to do with results and so we must just forge forwards.” — Yuuko Ichihara

HUDSON, WIS.

Ian Arthur, Julia Asmus, Kristian Bell, Kali Denis, Dayton Diemel, Jacob Duerst, Joseph Geissler, Robert Geissler, Thomas Geissler, Jacob Gillingham, Claire Hartwig-Alberg, Zane Heifner, Ethan Lo, Molly Malecha, James Meagher, Madeline Roth, Alex Shaw, Kevin Still, Amira Tobasi, Lindsay Tvedt, Clare Weber, Joshua Weseli, Tyler Wilson, Madeline Zamzow, Noah Zins

HUMBOLDT, ST. PAUL

Yossef Elsawy

Parents: Soad Abdelhamid, Amira Abdelhamid

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, political science or business

Quote: “Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.” — Vince Lombardi

Monique Plaster

Parents: James and Monica Plaster

College, major: Macalester College, history

Quote: “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” — Maya Angelou

Kong Meng Lee

Parent: Pa Jai Lee

College, major: Augsburg College, education

Quote: “You have brains in your head, you have feet in your shoes, you can steer yourself any direction you choose.” — Dr. Seuss

Aye Be Ne Hsa

Parents: Myint Hay, Tee Glay

College, major: Gustavus Adolphus College, nursing or physical therapy

Quote: “Education is the key to success.”

Bryan Thaoxaochay

Parent: Mengmar Thaoxaochay

College, major: St. Olaf College, computer science or physics

Quote: “Don’t forget to smile.”

Rachel Bortnik

Parents: Nadia Boroday, Gregory Bortnik

College, major: St. Catherine University, English

Quote: “Don’t compare yourself to others.”

Ariana Rivera

Parents: Deeann and James Rivera

College, major: St. Catherine University, neonatal nursing

Quote: “Of all the things in the world to believe in, always believe in yourself.”

Khaing Thin Yee

Parents: Ngae Lay and Ta Pay Pay

College, major: Gustavus Adolphus College, wildlife biology

Quote: “Don’t forget those who are there with you every step of the way.”

Pa Soua Vue

Parents: Amanda Yang, La Lee Toua Vue

College, major: Lawrence University, educational studies and studio arts

Quote: “Do something your future self will appreciate.”

Abril Flores

Parent: Alicia Flores Tenorio

College, major: St. Catherine University, nursing

Quote: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

IRONDALE, NEW BRIGHTON

Highest honors: Jayden Alstad, Carina Anderson, Sarah Anderson, Aleksandra Bajer, Ransom Bergen, Mikael Bernard, Emily Brandt, Veronica Brandvold, Sabrina Chu, Andrew Eichten, Elyssa Edgeton, Danielle Franke, Callie Glanton, Jack Grahek, Madeline Hentges, Raeann Hill, Christine Huyett, Claire Jensen, Madeline Lawrence, David McLernon, Emma Mullen, Michelle O’Rourke, Emma Simoke, Lara Sykes, Steven Truong, Angela Vu, Allison Willner, Joseph Jankowski, Laura Miller, Orianna Olson, Bryant Wong

JOHNSON, ST. PAUL

Manna Kong

Parents: Zang Kong and Xai Kong

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, anthropology

Quote: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” — Eleanor Roosevelt

Salena Yang

Parents: Cha Yang and Ying Khang

College, major: Augsburg College, pre-pharmacy

Quote: “Shoot for the moon and if you miss you will still be among the stars.” — Les Brown

Douar Moua

Parents: Nenghue Moua and Ta Lee

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, business

Quote: “Everything will be okay in the end. If it’s not okay, it’s not the end.” — John Lennon

Jethro Thao

Parents: Zaaj Thao and Kou Moua

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, pharmacy

Quote: “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.”

Angel Lee

Parent: Nanglee Hang

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, linguistics, education

Quote: “Do right in the world where it’s so easy to do wrong.”

Aaron Young

Parents: Anthony and Ann Young

College, major: Minnesota State University, Mankato, secondary education

Quote: “We are often so caught up in our destination that we forget to appreciate the journey.”

Va Yang

Parents: Xao Chai Yang and Chanapa Lee

College, major: St. Olaf College, environmental science

Bentura Peralez

Parents: Ralph and Julie Peralez

College, major: University of Northwestern, mechanical engineering

Quote: “Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” — Thomas Edison

Tenzin Migmar

Parent: Dickey Dolma

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biology

Quote: “Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.” — The Dalai Lama

Nkau Bea Bethanie Kong

Parents: Ka Ying Kong and Npla Chong Kong

College, major: University of Northwestern, education

Quote: “If you’re a bird, be an early bird. But if you’re a worm, sleep late.” — “Where the Sidewalk Ends,” Shel Silverstein

LAKEVILLE NORTH

Alexander Anderson, Drew Anderson, Connor Bach, Jacob Beckstrom, Ross Bellefeuille, Cory Bock, Cameron Brummund, Hannah Cade, Abby Dolejs, Gabrielle DeSmet, Brady Erdman, Isaac Fennewald, Robert Frederick, Mykal Ganske, Jennifer German, Mariah Glinski, Noah Haverlock, Gillian Hedberg, John Jara, Dominick Jenkins, Emma Johnson, Anna Karsten, Cameron Kennedy, Amanda Knutson, Victoria Knutson, Emma Krell, Sarah Krynski, Paige Labelle, Joseph Larson, Olivia Larson, Taylor Loth, Lillie Lyon, Matthew McBride, Lindsay McFarland, Michael Morales, Devon Nielsen, Annika Oie, Mackenzie Otterson, Sydney Parkinson, Amanda Permuth, Benjamin Petrick, Sarah Pickett, Kyle Power, Sara Rabon, Zackary Ramsay, Jonathan Reuvers, Grant Ruedy, Devynn Saunders, Jackson Saunders, Annika Schull, Katherine Seivert, Cody Simmons, Dana Soukup, Samuel Spangler, Shayla Steinley, Thomas Stokes, Krystin Svobodny, Alexis Tousignant, Brian Vance, Brianna Vetter, Alexis Winters, Riley Wyberg, Kenneth Yee, Hannah Ziemann, Josie Zimmel

LAKEVILLE SOUTH

Shelby Adelman, Jackson Amodeo, Elizabeth Barnes, Brianna Bluhm, Casey Carlson, Allison Case, Claire Christensen, Amy DeBoer, Cullen Egan, Nicole Fossum, Holly Freemark, Geena Gillen, Kristyn Haar, Grant Halvorson, Alexander Heuer, Ellysa Johnson, Jocelyn Johnson, Bryson Jones, Jessica Kath, Natalie Keyes, Emmalee Kroll, Dane Kuhr, Haley Lubow, Nathan Luzum, Jared Melnychuk, Adelaide Mickelson, Hannah Moland, Justin Nicoski, Hannah Oechsle, Chase Pankow, Arzu Petersen, Ian Preston, Mya Quick, Lauren Reed, Marci Ricklick, Isabella Rischall, Tyler Scharber, Alexander Schostag, Danae Sollie, Alexandra Stowell, Nolan Sullivan, Sophie Taylor, Mariah Uphoff, Blake Wacholz, Allyson Wirfs, Jack Wolf, Jacob Zabel

LEAP, ST. PAUL

Bao Vue

Parents: Youa Vang and Dan Naoyeng Vue

College, major: St. Paul College, education

Quote: “Your dreams never have an expiration date. Take a deep breath and try again.” — KT Witten

MaiLee Vue

Parents: Dan Naoyeng Vue and Youa Vang

College, major: St. Paul College, nursing

Favorite Quote: “Go confidently in the direction of your dream! Live the life you’ve imagined.” — Henry David Thoreau

Ymay Ya

Parents: Eh Taw and Kaw Say

College, major: St. Paul College, medical laboratory technician

Quote: “Don’t be frustrated and be perseverant.”

Mu Mu

Parents: Maung Day Htoo and Eh Shwe

College, major: Century College, health science

Quote: “Nothing is impossible with God.”

LIBERTY CLASSICAL ACADEMY, MAPLEWOOD

Regan Smith

Parents: Scott and Cynthia Smith

College, major: University of Minnesota-Duluth, marketing, graphic design

Patrick Anderson

Parents: Arthur and Renate Anderson

College, major: Geneva College, Beaver Falls, Pa.; computer science

Quote: “Everything that can be touched can be destroyed, but some of the things you create can never be touched.” — Patrick Anderson

Moriah Trautman

Parents: Steven and Melissa Inderrieden, Robert Trautman

College, major: Bemidji State University, biochemistry and chemical engineering

Quote: “Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.” — St. Francis of Assisi

Jacob Grill

Parents: Robert and Debbie Grill

College, major: Creighton University, finance

Quote: “May your neighbors respect you, trouble neglect you, angels protect you, and heaven accept you.” — Aubrey Drake Graham

Charissa O’Keefe

Parents: Kevin and Suzuki O’Keefe

College, major: Dallas Baptist University, international business, Christian ministries

Quote: “Faith does not operate in the realm of the possible. There is no glory for God in that which is humanly possible. Faith begins where man’s power ends.” — George Mueller

Tony Guo

Parents: Rick and Faith Wilmar

College, major: University of Minnesota-Carlson School of Management, entrepreneurial management, economics

Quote: “Dream as if you’ll live forever. Live as if you’ll die today.” — James Dean

LUCK, WIS.

Valedictorian: Emma Pedersen

Parents: Paul and Karen Pedersen

College, major: University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, health science

Quote: “Don’t wait for your ship to come in. Swim out to it.” — Steve Southerland

Salutatorian: Madeline Joy

Parents: Ray and Angela Joy

College, major: University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, International Business

Quote: “If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.” — Milton Berle

MAHTOMEDI

Top 10 percent: Andrew Cooper, Olivia Dohmeier, Laura Gildersleeve, Lauren Gydesen, Jessica Hagstrom, Kelsey Halverson, Eva Henningsen, Charles Hoaglund, Jerome Jacobsen, Savannah Johnson, Taidhgin Keel, Elizabeth Kleinschmidt, Sophia Krohn, Elizabeth Kurkowski, Eric Kvasnicka, Isaac Legred, Brooke Lindberg, Mackenzie Mason, Erin McCormick, Jeffrey Merill, Brendan Moriarity, Rebecca Murphy, Marco Pirozzoli, Sarah Severson, Kimberly Stakes, Aaron Swanson, Berit Thorson, Elizabeth Ward

MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY, WOODBURY

Courtney Hayashi

Parents: Roger and Mona Hayashi

College, major: University of Scranton, occupational therapy

Quote: “Be strong. Trust yourself. Love yourself. Conquer your fears. Just go after what you want, and act fast, because life just isn’t that long.” — Pam Beesly, “The Office”

Maximilian Haland

Parents: Ted and Noelle Haland

College, major: Webb Institute, Glen Cove, N.Y.; naval architecture and marine engineering

Quote: “Many things that seem threatening in the dark become welcoming when we shine light on them.” — Uncle Iroh, “The Legend of Korra”

Kayla Jensen

Parents: Andrew and Kimberly Jensen

College, major: University of Minnesota-Duluth, mechanical engineering

Quote: “900 years of time and space, and I’ve never met anybody who wasn’t important.” — The Doctor, “Doctor Who”

Atte Kadoma

Parents: Ignatius Kadoma and Hati Kobusingye

College, major: Iowa State University, materials science engineering

Quote: “Sometimes the best way to stand up is to stand down.” — Atte Kadoma

Tyler Kroells

Parents: Kraig and Jean Kroells

College, major: Drake University, physics, math

Quote: “Sting like a bee. Do not float like a butterfly. That’s ridiculous.” — Ron Swanson, “Parks and Recreation”

Aaron Nightingale

Parents: Troy and Donna

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, electrical engineering

Quote: “The only person you should try to be better than is the person you were yesterday.”

William Poor

Parents: Michael and Karen Poor

College, major: University of Minnesota-Duluth, mechanical engineering

Quote: “It is better to keep your mouth shut and appear stupid than open it and remove all doubt.” — Mark Twain

MINNEHAHA ACADEMY, MINNEAPOLIS

Alexandra Wilson

Parents: James Wilson and Marilyn TerHaar

College: Princeton University

Quote: “‘Hallo, Rabbit,’ he said. ‘Is that you?’ ‘Let’s pretend it isn’t,’ said Rabbit. ‘And see what happens.” — A.A.Milne

Sarah Kaminski

Parents: Stephen and Kay Kaminski

College, major: George Mason University, Fairfax, Va.; criminology

Quote: “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.”

Tyler Radtke

Parents: Keith and Jody Radtke

College: St. Olaf College, chemistry, math

Quote: “One should not pursue goals that are easily achieved. One must develop an instinct for what one can barely achieve through one’s greatest efforts.” — Albert Einstein

MOUNDS PARK ACADEMY, MAPLEWOOD

Zaki Aden, Dima Aunan, Karsten Dahlberg, Kian Dahlberg, Ingrid Dai, Cameron Durfee, Sydney Durfee, Chelsea Dyson, Sophy Fitzcollins, Mikaela Fleck, Avery Frazier, Sonya Garg, Emily Ghose, Sara Goodno, Elijah Grabanski, Jacqui Gray, Natalie Grose, Theodore Honda, Isabel Istephanous, Xinyue (Grace) Ji, Riley Lannon, Allison Leopold, Christopher Lindrud, Dongyi (Tony) Liu, Keith Loukas, Thomas Loving, Zhiteng (Jeffrey) Lyu, Amin Mahamoud, Yasmin Maktal, Cole Montour, Emily Mudge, Dylan Merchant, Amir Nadimi, Sofie Netteberg, Ailie Olson, Cooper Olson, Charles Peterson, Jennifer Portis, Kaytlyn Rowen, Simin Royesh, David Rozinka, Nicholas Sauer, Morgan Shanley, Henry Sillman, Joshua Sullivan, Esha Syal, Guodi Tang, Kathleen Thrane, John Van Hecke, Hong (Jeremy) Wang, Zoë Wentzel, Michael Wilke, Rees Winga, Britanny Wojtowicz, Nicholas Wroblewski, Xue Xiong

MOUNDS VIEW, ARDEN HILLS

Highest honors: Grant Delaune, Laura Berglund, Brandon Duffy, Molly Fennig, Francis Floeder, Isabella Haak, Emily Heuring, Brandon Hoglund, Olivia Holstine, Alexander Jiang, Henry Henson, Eva Hoffman, Samuel Hohenshell, Isaac Jauch, Daniel Johnson, Persis Ke, Jennifer Kelley, Yue Ning Li, Joanna Liu, William Newhouse, Alex Plasencia, Etisha Punia, Carter Rholl, Katie Riedel, Samuel Rush, Holden Schmidt, Kevin Shen, Hudson Shih, Molly McCann, Erick Reim, Emily Ruan, Furqan Syed, Tiffany Tran, Jacob Zastrow, Noah Somberg, Anna Swensen, Bailey Thompson, Jacob Weightman

NEW RICHMOND, WIS.

Valedictorians: Victoria Johnson, Breelyn Karno, Benjamin Werner

Top 10 percent: Aaron Anderson, Emily Miller, Elizabeth Blattner, Tamarah Clemmens, Emma Burns, Elisabeth Hampton, Lauren Ferguson, Madison Bau, Bailey Wilson, Harley Leavens, Grant Momchilovich, Brittani Patten, Austin Haseleu, Joseph Pueschner, Sydney Sattler, Emma Kaufman, Zachery Dietzler, Madeline Kestner

NORTH BRANCH

Madeline Anderson, Josee Axberg, Megan Becklin, Molly Bednarczyk, Jazmine Bernatz, Jaclyn Bossard, Megan Carlson, Morgen Coleman, Madeline Danks, Alexis Dant, Cassandra Dervie, Jessie Doerr, Laura Dolezalek, Greta Dupslaff, Michael Fiskewold, Korissa Franklin, Rebecca Goodroad, Emily Greene, Kysha Hamann, Hannahlynn Heinen, Kalley Hult, Hope Jensen, Adrian Johnson, Erin Johnson, Marissa Johnson, Katya Kaslow, Samantha King, Amanda Kocurek, Lindsey Kristo, Kelsey Larson, Tiana Lenzmeier, Sophia Maki, Brandon Miller, Audrey Moeller, Tina Nelson, Cassondra Ohnsorg, Dana Olson, Breaunna Palmer, Aurora Payne, Anna Perrault, Samuel Peterson, Joshua Petrik, Emma Pignato, Sydney Robillard, Julia Rupp, Courtney Selbitschka, Kaylee Sheppeck, James Skroch, Sonya Smetana, Nicholas Solberg, Madison Tetzlaff, Chasse Thomas, Roxanne Wyman

NORTH, NORTH ST. PAUL

Alanna Hildebrandt

Parents: Randy and Tracy Hildebrandt

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, Biomedical Engineering & Literature

Quote: “Stories have to be sold or they die, and when they die, we can’t remember who we are or why we’re here.” — “The Secret Life of Bees,” Sue Monk Kidd

Jane Baude

Parents: Paul and Sarah Baude

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, genetics, cell biology and development

Quote: “A journey is a person in itself; no two are alike. And all plans, safeguards, policing, and coercion are fruitless. We find after years of struggle that we do not take a trip; a trip takes us.” — “Travels With Charley: In Search of America,” John Steinbeck

Emily Olson

Parents: Eric and Stacy Olson

College, major: St. Olaf College, mathematics and creative writing

Quote: “Dare to love yourself as if you are a rainbow with gold at both ends.” — “Journey through the Power of the Rainbow: Quotations from a Life Made Out of Poetry,” Aberjhani

Emma Carlson

Parents: Joel and Eva Carlson

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biology and photography

Quote: “Manage the situation.” — Mr. Haldorson

Madelyn Johnson

Parents: Chris and Ann Johnson

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, nursing

Quote: “A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds.” — “Self-Reliance,” Ralph Waldo Emerson

Abigail Warzeka

Parents: Richard and Leanne Warzeka

College, major: University of Central Florida, biology

Quote: “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond all measure.” — Marianne Williamson

Veronica Yurek

Parents: Peter and Coleen Yurek

College, major: Michigan Technological University, computer science

Quote: “It is a mistake to think that you can solve any major problems with just potatoes.” — “Life, the Universe and Everything,” Douglas Adams

Karly Kellerhuis

Parents: Bradley and Toni Kellerhuis

College, major: University of St. Thomas, neuroscience and biochemistry

Quote: “Life isn’t about getting and having, it’s about giving and being.” — Kevin Kruse

Shelby Klomp

Parents: Phil and Cindy Klomp

College: Gustavus Adolphus College

Quote: “Be mindful of the future, but not at the expense of the moment.”— “Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace”

Sarah Warner

Parents: Mark and Christine Warner

College, major: U.S. Air Force Academy, behavioral science or aeronautical engineering

Quote: “A successful person isn’t someone that never fails, it’s someone that never gives up.”

NORTH LAKES ACADEMY, FOREST LAKE

Kaitlyn Alamo

Parents: Jose and Lori Alamo

Gap year: The World Race mission trip

Sophie Crowell

Parents: Greg and Carolyn Crowell

College: Anoka-Ramsey Community College

Zoe Deal

Parents: Ryan and Jamie Colbert

College: Western Washington University

Olivia Dufour

Parents: Charles and Sarah Dufour

College: Bethel University

Keeley Gray

Parents: David and Weslie Gray

College: University of Northwestern

Jacob Grinstead

Parents: Tim Grinstead and Michelle Darling

College: University of Minnesota-Morris

Logan Haller

Parents: Joseph and Danielle Haller

College: McNally Smith College of Music

Ashley Millerbernd

Parents: Bob and Kris Millerbernd

College: Bemidji State University

Noah Nei

Parents: Paul and Lonie Nei

College: University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

Tyler Patten

Parents: Matthew and Cris Patten

College: University of Northwestern

Angelisa Peterson

Parents: Trenton and Kamille Peterson

College: University of Northwestern

Hannah Quarnstrom

Parents: Dean and Tracy Quarnstrom

College: University of Minnesota-Rochester

Chelsie Rosa

Parent: Shannon Nyman

College: University of Wisconsin-River Falls

Naomi Scott

Parents: Troy and Cheryl Scott

College: Aveda Institute, Minneapolis

Skylar Swope

Parent: Inga Swope

College: Bethany Global University

William Tiedeman

Parents: Blake and Stephanie Tiedeman

College: University of Minnesota

Braden Van Vleet

Parents: Jamie and Beth Van Vleet

College: University of Minnesota-Morris

Sydney Welsch

Parents: John and Delise Welsch

College: University of Northwestern

Rayna Yaeger

Parents: Judd and Andrea Yaeger

College: Augustana University

NORTHWEST PASSAGE, COON RAPIDS

Monica Bernal, John Bingham, Isaiah Bucek, Katelynn Bundy, Daniel Chapman, Sarah Cross, Edith Cross, Alyssa Englin, Andrea Feierabend, Elizabeth FitzGerald, Joseph Gerard, Francisco Guzman, Victor Holden, Shelby Hoppe, Madison Koch, Jacob Krueger, Taylor Krueger, Patrick Lange, Calvin Linders, Ricardo Lopez-Sosa, Allison Mays, Savannah McGill, Christopher McLain, Heaven Myatt, Keara Olson, Selena Orduno, Jake Porath, Kevin Riehl, Austin Rumsey, Stephen Smith, Kennedy Starcher, Tiana Taylor, Taelynn Wade, Teaona Wade, Thomas Westphall

NOVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY, ST. PAUL

Ruth Jacobson Cohen

Parents: Lisa Cohen and Amy Jacobson

College: Kenyon College

Mary Clare Burke

Parents: Jim and Kate Burke

College, major: Tufts University, engineering, physics

Hannah Hoefs

Parents: Ed and Heidi Hoefs

College, major: Occidental College, Los Angeles, pre-med, biology

Leora Eisenberg

Parents: Irina Elkina and Evgueni Tsiper

College, major: Princeton University, Near East studies

Liza Sivriver

Parent: Regina Sivriver

College, major: Washington University in St. Louis, economics

Luke Westawker

Parents: Robb and Tina Westawker

College, major: Carleton College, chemistry

Gabriella Horton

Parents: Barbara Shaterian and Stephen Horton

College: Dartmouth College

Anya Magnuson

Parents: Jeff Magnuson and Colleen Kelly

College, major: Arizona State University, journalism

Caroline Behling Hess

Parents: Mary Hess and Stephen Behling

College, major: Macalester College, cellular biology, art

Sophia Cherif

Parent: Liz Cherif

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biological sciences

Ignasi Dorca

Parents: Eileen Valencia and Antonio Dorca

College: Macalester College

Liam Magistad

Parents: Steve and Beth Magistad

College, major: Macalester College, psychology

Alexander Rosenflanz

Parents: Anatoly and Karen Rosenflanz

College, major: University of Wisconsin- Madison, biomedical engineering

Livia Hess

Parents: Brian and Charlene Hess

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, engineering

Perrin Shyne

Parents: Christine and Michael Shyne

College: Occidental College, Los Angeles

Lewis Thelen

Parents: Brian and Amy Thelen

College: Carleton College

Sommer Skeps

Parents: Carl and Claire Skeps

College, major: Michigan Technological University, chemical engineering

D.J. Corrigan

Parents: Tom and Mary Corrigan

College, major: University of Minnesota, engineering

Aaron Cook

Parents: Tanya and Andrew Olson, Bryan Cook

College, major: University of Minnesota, mechanical engineering, computer science

Rachel Wolf

Parents: Margaret McCarney, Michael Wolf

College, major: Villanova University, finance, accounting

OPEN WORLD LEARNING COMMUNITY, ST. PAUL

Chua Moua

Parents: Lia Thao and Kham Moua

College, major: Carleton College, computer science

Quote: “Don’t follow in others’ footsteps. Make your own footsteps for others to follow.” — Chua Moua

Daniel Le-tran

Parents: Donna and Dung Le

College, major: University of Minnesota-Morris, biology or environmental studies

Quote: “Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Willing is not enough, we must do.” — Bruce Lee

PACT CHARTER SCHOOL, RAMSEY

Charlotte Anderson, Josiah Nelson, Drew Johnson, Haley Trewin, Laura Swenson, Jacob Hatchner, Travis LeHew, Annelise Parten, Zachary Hagen, Sean Oolman, Samuel Scheil, Mikayla Newby, Bethany Stariha, Kathryn Johnson, Ted Harrison, Grace Bare, Josh Jones, Stephanie Lindberg, Coleton Edgington, Madison Scholl, Paul Johnson, Rocco Barbado, John Thannum

PARK, COTTAGE GROVE

Summa Cum Laude with Distinction

Carley Zwaschka

Parents: Dale and Annette Streiff

College, major: Rose Hulman Institute of Technology, biomedical engineering

Summa Cum Laude

Sofiya Ahmed

Parent: Farhiya Maalin-dahir

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biology, pre-med

Ashley Anderson

Parents: Eric and Diane Anderson

College, major: Iowa State University, chemical engineering

Karly Anderson

Parents: Timothy and Jean Anderson

College, major: University of Wisconsin-River Falls, animal science

Anastasha Bougie

Parents: Edward and Sommer Bougie

College, major: Concordia College, Moorhead, chemistry

Carissa Bradley

Parents: Todd and Claudette Bradley

College, major: University of Minnesota–Duluth, pre-medicine, biology

Chesare Cipriano

Parents: Dexter and Bethany Cipriano

College, major: Macalester College, pre-med

Samuel Figlmiller

Parents: Jeff and Joanie Figlmiller

College, major: University of Minnesota-Duluth, pharmacy, bio-chemistry

Hannah Goecke

Parents: Richard and Carol Goecke

College, major: Gustavus Adolphus College, biology or chemistry

Kaitlyn Hirman

Parents: Steve and Dawn Hirman

College, major: Winona State University, nursing

Dylan Jacob

Parents: Jim and Chandrika Jacob

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Autumn Mortenson

Parents: Mitchell and Shelly Mortenson

College, major: St. Catherine’s University, mathematics

Danielle Perry

Parents: Scott and Jennifer Perry

College, major: Hamline University, business, pre-law

Isabelle Reding

Parents: Dennis and Patricia Reding

College, major: Concordia University, St. Paul, family science

Jordan Toth

Parents: Brian and Laura Toth

College, major: Hamline University, biology or bio-chemistry

Jenna VanDenAvond

Parents: Todd and Donna VanDenAvond

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, biology

Lauren White

Parent: Yvonne White

College, major: College of St. Benedict, biology

Cullen Young

Parents: Craig and Patricia Young

College, major: The Colorado School of Mines, geology

GORDON PARKS, ST. PAUL

Ywj Pheej Lee

College: St. Paul College

Pa Houa Yang

College: St. Paul College

PLUM CITY, WIS.

Valedictorian: Kassandra Heit

Parents: Jeffrey and Laurinda Heit

College, major: Full Sail University, Winter Park, Fla.; screenwriting

Quote: “The greatest pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do.” — Walter Bagehot

Salutatorian: Linkon Foley

Parents: Bill and Michele Foley

College, major: Viterbo University, La Crosse, Wis.; pre-med

Quote: “My life has a superb cast but I can’t figure out the plot.”

PRESCOTT, WIS.

Valedictorians:

Gabrielle Janovec

Parents: Rodney and Lori Janovec

College, major: University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, athletic training/physical therapy

Quote: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” — Eleanor Roosevelt

Brooklyn Kemmerer

Parents: Brad and Laura Kemmerer

College, major: Minnesota State University, Mankato, nursing

Quote: “Success is not final, failure is not fatal; it is the courage to continue that counts.”

Kellie Maier

Parents: Bill and Lisa Maier

College, major: University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, psychology, occupational therapy

Quote: “People are capable, at any time in their lives, of doing what they dream of.” — “The Alchemist,” Paulo Coelho

Andrew Taylor

Parents: Tim and Shannon Taylor

College, major: Northwestern University, film

Quote: “Sometimes it is better to light a flamethrower than curse the darkness.” — “Men at Arms,” Terry Pratchett

Other top 10

Bailey Benck

Parents: Gene and Andrea Benck

College, major: Iowa State, civil engineering

Quote: “It’s not the years in your life that matters; it’s the life in your years.”

Megan Brownell

Parents: Scott and Cheryl Brownell

College: Augsburg College

Quote: “Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising every time we fail.” — Oliver Goldsmith

Annika Carlson

Parents: Ken and Deb Carlson

College: University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Quote: “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” — David Viscott

Harrison Cruz

Parents: Joel and Jan Cruz

College: University of Wisconsin-River Falls

Quote: “If you trust in yourself … and believe in your dreams … and follow your star … you’ll still get beaten by people who spent their time working hard and learning things and weren’t so lazy.” — “The Wee Free Men,” Terry Pratchett

Ashley Perry

Parents: William and Paula Perry

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, biochemistry

Quote: “If you put your mind to it, you can accomplish anything.” — Marty FcFly, “Back to the Future”

Amelia Sweet

Parents: Clay and Lynnette Sweet

College, major: St. Mary’s University, biochemistry

Quote: “Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school.”

RANDOLPH

Kori Friedges

Parents: Kelly and Scott Sirinek

College, major: College of St. Benedict, business, pre-dentistry

Quote: “Enjoy the little things in life because one day you will look back and realize they were the big things.”

Makayla Kuhn

Parents: Dan and Karrie Kuhn

College, major: Augustana University, Sioux Falls, S.D.; pre-med

Quote: “You will never influence the world by trying to be like it.”

Alexa Thesing

Parents: Brian and Rhonda Thesing

College: Winona State University

Quote: “The future depends on what we do in the present.” — Mahatma Gandhi

RIVER’S EDGE ACADEMY, ST. PAUL

Lindsey Brandenburg

Parents: Donnielle and Thomas Rupp, Anthony Brandenburg

College, major: St. Paul College, astrophysics

Katoria Callahan

Parents: Victor Callahan, Denise Callahan, Kimberly Brown

College, major: St. Paul College, psychology

Jessica Colas

Parents: Cami and David Abbott, Chris Abbott

College, major: St. Paul College, cosmetology

Jack Foley

Parents: Mary Altman, Elizabeth Foley Henkels

College, major: Salem Community College, scientific glass technology

Makenzie Hollenbeck

Parents: Tina Hollenbeck, Michael Hollenbeck

College major: veterinary medicine

Justin Huddleson

Parents: Kara Remmen

College, major: University of Wisconsin-River Falls, field biology

Keyonna Jackson

Parents: Darnella Wade

College, major: St. Paul College, physical therapy

Myah McLoyd

Parents: Monique Robinson, Marc McLoyd

College, major: St. Paul College, pharmacy technology

Remington Moryn

Parents: Shari Moryn

College, major: Inver Hills Community College, law enforcement

Rose Niemer

Parents: Molly Durkin and Bill Niemer

College, major: North Dakota State University, business

Mercedes Overton

Parents: Sue Overton, Simon Jungbauer

College, major: St. Paul College, child development

Julia Plonski

Parents: Judy Hawkinson and Patrick Plonski

College, major: Minneapolis Community and Technical College, cinematography

Samatha Reese

Parents: Dawn Reese, John Search

College: St. Paul College or Concordia University

Elizabeth Ulmer

Parents: Kimberly and Patrick Ulmer

College, major: St. Paul College, physical therapy assistant

Talia Vasquez-Milton

Parents: Leticia Bahl

After graduation: Working

Samantha Villalva

Parents: Denise Villalva

College: Bakersfield College

Lucinda Villarreal

Parents: Maria Soto and John Villarreal

College: Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Lanisha Wheatley

Parents: Renita Johnson, Tyrone Wheatley

College, major: Inver Hills Community College, criminal justice

ROSEMOUNT

Valedictorians

George Dippold

Parents: Tom and Paula Dippold

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, business

Jacob Grunklee

Parents: Brian and Patty Grunklee

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, electrical engineering

Sam Newell

Parents: John and Tracy Newell

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biomedical engineering

McKenzie Samson

Parents: Joseph and Bridget Samson

College, major: University of Notre Dame, biochemistry

Natalie Stoner

Parents: Dax Stoner and Kelly Marette

College, major: University of St. Thomas, biology or biochemistry

Salutatorians

Adithi Anil

Parents: Anil Subbarao and Bharathi Anandarao

College, major: Georgia Institute of Technology, chemistry

Alexander Bourdage

Parents: Eric Bourdage and Tanya Young

College, major: University of St. Thomas, mechanical engineering

Grant Brokl

Parents: Matthew and Andrea Brokl

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, economics or political science

Amanda Davidson

Parents: Tony and Jan Davidson

College, major: University of St. Thomas, actuarial science

Erik Ostien

Parents: Steve and Terri Ostien

College, major: University of California, Berkeley, astrophysics and computer science

ROSEVILLE

Graduate Emily Ott, 17, who decorated her mortarboard with a minature diploma, waits to line up before the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. Roseville graduates traditionally decorate their caps with personal messages or future plans. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Ben James, 18, right, shows off the kilt he wears under his gown before his Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony. James, who is Welsh, said he got the kilt from his grandfather and it was the dressiest thing he had to wear.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Joey Hughes,18, facing, gets a 'bro hug' from classmate Henry Schaefer, 18 before the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony. Hughes will be attending Minnesota State University in Mankato in the fall and Schaefer will be going to Concordia Moorhead. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Stacks of diplomas await their graduates before the Roseville Area High School commencement. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates line up for the procession before the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Roseville high school is one of many schools whose graduates decorate their caps for commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates walk through a staff and teacher 'honor guard' as they enter the auditorium during the Roseville Area High School commencement . (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Sara Pinal, 18, checks Snap Chat before the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. Pinal will be attending St. Catherine University in the Fall. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Devin Dykes chose to honor Prince on his cap during the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul. "I grew up listening to Prince because my parents were big fans. He was really influential to me," he said. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
For reasons not even he could tell you Kennel Doherty holds up a pineapple as his name is announced after accepting his diploma during the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Madeline Epps, 18, said, "Burnt my fingers I don't know how many times", while she spent hours gluing beads onto her cap for her Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates Akedia Jefferson does a dance on the stage after receiving her diploma during the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Bethany Aarsvold, 18, smiles as she moves her tassell from the right to the left at the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates toss their caps at the conclusion of the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Decorated caps at the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates dance to the prep band after the Roseville Area High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkens Auditorium in St. Paul on Friday, June 3, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)

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Andrew Salmon

Parents: Pete and Nancy Salmon

College, major: University of Minnesota, electrical engineering

Quote: “The measure of who we are is what we do with what we have.” — Vince Lombardi

Helen Larson

Parents: George and Linda Larson

College, major: St. Olaf College, chemistry, math

Quote: “If you look the right way, you can see that the whole world is a garden.” — “The Secret Garden,” Frances Hodgson Burnett

Gabriel Cederberg

Parents: Christer and Laurel Cederberg

After graduation: Gap year

Quote: “If we could change ourselves, the tendencies in the world would also change. As a man changes his own nature, so does the attitude of the world change towards him. …We need not wait to see what others do.” — Mahatma Gandhi

Josephine Buerkle

Parents: Scott and Julie Buerkle

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Quote: “There are times to stay put, and what you want will come to you, and there are times to go out into the world and find such a thing for yourself.” — “Horseradish: Bitter Truths You Can’t Avoid,” Lemony Snicket

Tshujia Honoree Thor

Parents: Fue and Mayly Thor

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biomedical engineering

Quote: “Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection, we can catch excellence.” — Vince Lombardi

Sarah Xiong

Parents: Chung Vue Xiong, Judy Thao

College, major: Century College, English

Quote: “Rise up; this matter is in your hands. We will support you, so take courage and do it.” — Ezra 10:4

Abigail Jackson

Parents: Randy and Jules Jackson

College, major: Carleton College, biochemistry

Quote: “So long as your desire to explore is greater than your desire to not screw up, you’re on the right track.” — Ed Helms

RUSH CITY

Devan Larson

Parents: Jim and Nancy Boryczka, Steven Larson

College: University of Minnesota

Brittany Mollberg

Parents: Scott Mollberg, Ruth Mollberg

College: Bemidji State University

Sydnie Sybrant

Parents: Mike and Beth Sybrant

College: Bethel University

Lindsey Williams

Parents: Brent and Tricia Williams

College: University of Wisconsin-River Falls

Abe Bush

Parents: James and Laura Bush

College: University of Minnesota

Cody Siefert

Parents: Dan and Nancy Siefert

College: University of Minnesota

Samantha Herberg

Parents: Wayne and Elizabeth Herberg

College: Winona State University

Andrew Heavirland

Parent: Heather VandeKamp

College: University of Minnesota

Nicholas Martin

Parent: Karen Bazille

College: University of Wisconsin-Stout

Emma Peterson

Parents: Craig and Judy Peterson

College: University of Wisconsin-River Falls

Brea LeMon

Parents: Kathy Glidden, Dennis LeMon

College: Bethel University

Bailey Gullerud

Parents: Paul and Tracy Gullerud

College: South Dakota State University

Grant Thompson

Parents: Richard and Julianna Thompson

College: St. Cloud State University

Jenna Nelson

Parents: Aimee Nelson, Joel Nelson

College: St. Cloud State University

Jonathan Chinn

Parents: Shawn Chinn, Melissa Chinn

College: Creighton University

Miranda Anderson

Parents: David and Shelly Anderson

College: St. Cloud State University

Benjamin Wolf

Parents: Scott and Jennifer Wolf

College: Anoka-Ramsey Community College

Kyle Groh

Parents: David and Jennifer Groh

College: University of Wisconsin-River Falls

Ethan Rundquist

Parents: Jesse and Angela Rundquist

College: College of St. Scholastica

ST. AGNES, ST. PAUL

Maria Turch

Parents: Char and Steve Turch

College: University of Minnesota-Twins Cities, nursing

Quote: “Keep the joy of Jesus as your strength. Be happy and at peace. Accept whatever he gives — and give whatever he takes with a big smile.” — Mother Teresa

Benjamin Seifert

Parents: Jim and Nancy Seifert

College: University of Wisconsin-Superior, elementary education

Quote: “The only ones among you who will be truly happy are those who will have sought and found how to serve.” — Albert Schweitzer

Bridget Geerts

Parents: Dieter and Joyce Geerts

College: University of South Dakota, pre-law

Quote: “Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says ‘I’ll try again tomorrow.’” — Mary Ann Radmacher

Maria McDonald, salutatorian

Parents: Paul and Chris McDonald

College: University of Mary, exercise science

Quote: “No half-heartedness and no worldly fear must turn us aside from following the light unflinchingly.” — J.R.R. Tolkien

Emily Klimisch

Parents: Alan and Maura Klimisch

College: University of Mary, psychology

Quote: “But the Lord said unto me, Say not, I am too young: for thou shalt go to all that I shall send thee, and whatsoever I command thee thou shalt speak.” — Jeremiah 1:7

Lucia Uppgaard

Parents: David and Marie Uppgaard

College: University of North Dakota, nursing

Quote: “It is easy to acknowledge, but almost impossible to realize for long, that we are mirrors whose brightness, if we are bright, is wholly derived from the sun that shines upon us.” — C.S. Lewis

Jonah Hintgen

Parents: Chris and Kris Hintgen

College: Benedictine College, nursing, pre-med

Quote: “The most beautiful act of faith is the one made in darkness, in sacrifice, and with extreme effort.” — St. Padre Pio

Duy Dinh Phan

Parents: Dao and Sylvie Phan

College: University of St. Thomas, business

Quote: “The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” — H. Jackson Brown Jr.

Michael Maloney

Parents: John and Anne Maloney

College: St. John Vianney College Seminary, philosophy and physics

Quote: “There’s some good in the world, Mr. Frodo, and it’s worth fighting for.” — Samwise Gamgee, “The Two Towers”

Franklin Wright

Parents: Ronald and Donna Wright

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biochemistry

Quote: “The only thing necessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing.”

ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE

Noah Brown

Parents: Gary Brown and Judy Stifter

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biology

Quote: “Do or do not, there is no try.” — Yoda

Tommy DeMars

Parents: Jon and Jenny DeMars

College, major: University of Minnesota-Duluth, engineering

Quote: “The question isn’t who is going to let me; it’s who is going to stop me.” — Ayn Rand

Elena Forsline

Parents: Mark and Ruth Forsline

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, biology, Spanish

Quote: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

Melinda Froehle

Parents: John and Wendy Froehle

College, major: Minnesota State University, Mankato, physical therapy

Quote: “The measure of who we are is what we do with what we have.” — Vince Lombardi

Sara Henry

Parents: Doug and Julie Henry

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biochemistry, mathematics

Quote: “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.”

Cara Nix

Parents: Jay and Marcia Nix

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, mathematics, political science

Quote: “A brighter future is ours to write.” — President Barack Obama

Christina O’Malley

Parents: Tom and Mary O’Malley

College, major: St. Olaf College, music

Quote: “Nothing is impossible. The word itself says ‘I’m possible.’.” — Audrey Hepburn

Emily Onken

Parents: David and Amy Onken

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, biology

Quote: “Adventure is out there.” — Charles Muntz, “Up”

Quang-Chau Truong

Parents: Hong Nguyen, Tai Truong

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, mechanical engineering

Quote: “It’ll be fine.”

Madelyn Wald

Parents: Mark and Sheri Wald

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, biology, Spanish

Quote: “What’s past is prologue.” — “The Tempest,” William Shakespeare

ST. CROIX CENTRAL, HAMMOND-ROBERTS, WIS.

Valedictorian: Trenten Smith

Salutatorian: Ariel Backes

Ryah Albright, Luke Budrow, Brandon Byrne, Kalena Coleman, Derek DeGross, Kaitlyn Dennis, Megan Feyereisen, Griffin Gathercole, Cody Gostovich, Rachel Holden, Hunter Hurlburt, Alyssa Jacobs, Sarah Klebe, Ashley Kopacz, Emma Landry, Jacob Lathe, Morgan Leen, Drew Luedke, Evan Nielsen, Jami Ruvelson, Colin Schulte, Hailey Schultz, Lukas Smith, Sarah Sylte

ST. CROIX FALLS, WIS.

Valedictorian Emma Wondra,17, rehearses her speech in the choir room during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Blue carnations await Senior band members as graduates gather in the choir room before the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates Bailey Ewald, 18, and Elizabeth Aleshire, 19, take it easy in the choir room before the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate John Petherbridge, 18, has a tassel failure while waiting in the choir room during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Paige Wuellner, 18, takes a photo of friends with her cell phone before the commencement ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Jaylyn Lammert, 18, gives Dionigi "Dio" Aluni a hug before the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Jasper Herman greets friends as he takes walks to his chair during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
A young girl uses an tablet to record graduates during the processional at the start of the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Austin Straka tapes a photo of "T-Bag" a character from the the tv show 'Prison Break' to the inside of his cap before the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School. The act is symbolic of getting out of High School. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
The Class of 2016 lines up in the hallway outside the gymnasium as they wait to the start of the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Natalie Fisk,18, makes faces at her mom as she sits with classmates during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Bailey Ewald shows off her diploma to her family after crossing the stage during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
A graduate throws his cap into the air in front of family and friends after the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
The St. Croix Fall's High School Class of 2016 stands as they are presented during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
With Brady Leahy, 18, center, looking on John Petherbridge, 18, left, and Thomas Penn, 18 the three graduates congratulate each other during the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)
The St. Croix Falls Class of 2016 toss their caps into the air after the commencement ceremony at the St. Croix Falls High School in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin on Friday, May 27, 2016.(Pioneer Press: John Autey)

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Emma Wondra

Parents: Chris and Lisa Wondra

College: University of Wisconsin-Madison

Quote: “Love what you have and you’ll have more love.” — Regina Spektor

Steven Lattin

Parents: Marvin Lattin and Lorena Klassen

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, biology

Quote: “Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” — from a Newsweek article about Carl Sagan

Abigail Kubesh

Parents: Chris Kubesh and Vicki Skarda

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, animal science, pre-veterinary

Quote: “What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of a difference you want to make.” — Jane Goodall

Rebecca Nelson

Parents: Bruce and Mary Nelson

College, major: Iowa State University, fashion design

Quote: “I like my money right where I can see it … hanging in my closet.” — Carrie Bradshaw, “Sex and the City:

Victoria Anderberg

Parents: Vanessa and Jon Anderberg

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Stout, comic and sequential art

Quote: “Jesus saves and so can you at Kmart.” — Vanessa Anderberg

Madalyn Bollig

Parents: Greg and Lisa Bollig

College, major: St. Mary’s University, biology

Quote: “Do. Or not do. There is no try.” — Yoda, “The Empire Strikes Back”

Jeremy Cermin

Parents: Jon and Cheryl Cermin

College, major: Purdue University, exploratory studies, engineering

Quote: “Or perhaps we’ve just forgotten that we are still pioneers. And we’ve barely begun. And that our greatest accomplishments cannot be behind us, because our destiny lies above us.” — Joseph A. Cooper, “Interstellar”

Erin Mevissen

Parents: Charlie and Sheila Mevissen

College, major: Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College-New Richmond, nursing

Quote: “Whatever you are, be a good one.” — William Makepeace Thackeray

Sophie Klein

Parents: Dr. Kevin and Amy Klein

College, major: University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, physical education

Quote: “Stay together. Learn the flowers. Go light.” — Gary Snyder

Alyson Frey

Parents: Robert and Shirley Frey

College, major: University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, music, education

Quote: “A true hero isn’t measured by the size of his strength, but by the strength of his heart.” — Zeus, “Hercules”

Jake Johnson

Parents: Tom and Kim Johnson

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Stout, mechanical engineering

Quote: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; acknowledge him and he will direct your path.” — Proverbs 3:5

ST. CROIX LUTHERAN, WEST ST. PAUL

Valedictorian: Katya Gurgel

Parents: Brett and Martina Gurgel

College, major: Macalester College, mathematics

Salutatorian: Anastasia Bornschlegl

Parents: Arlin and Olga Bornschlegl

College, major: Martin Luther College, education

Quote: “I don’t know what my future holds, but I know who holds my future.” — as quoted by Tim Tebow, former NFL quarterback

ST. CROIX PREP ACADEMY, BAYTOWN TOWNSHIP

Annica Hill

Parents: Connie and Rick Hill

College, Major: University of Notre Dame, neuroscience

Quote: “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about learning to dance in the rain.” — Vivian Greene

Madeline Wilkinson

Parent: Angie Wilkinson

College, major: Duke University, electrical and computer engineering

Quote: “Happiness is an independent variable.”

Emily Walsh

Parents: Bill and Janelle Walsh

College, major: University of St. Thomas, mechanical engineering

Quote: “The very basic core of a man’s living spirit is his passion for adventure.” — Christopher McCandless

Kallie Johnson

Parents: Linnea and Doug Johnson

College, major: University of Minnesota-Duluth, engineering

Quote: “A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.”

Mary Keyes

Parents: Deb and Jim Keyes

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, management

Quote: “Education is an admirable thing, but it is well to remember from time to time that nothing that is worth knowing can be taught.” — Oscar Wilde

Sean Ruecker

Parents: Lisa and Paul Ruecker

College, major: University of Iowa, journalism

Quote: “You’re only given a little spark of madness. You mustn’t lose it.” — Robin Williams

Lauren McNair

Parents: Miquelyn McNair

College, major: University of Wisconsin-River Falls, biology

Quote: “Promise me you’ll always remember: You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” — A.A. Milne

Mallory Boychuk

Parents: Joanne and Robert Boychuk

College, major: Cornell College, archeology

Quote: “Even darkness must pass. A new day will come. And when the sun shines, it will shine out the clearer.” — Samwise Gamgee, “The Two Towers”

Brieana Gregg

Parents: Stacy and Shawn Gregg

College, major: Creighton University, biology

Quote: “We must all face the choice between what is right and what is easy.” — Albus Dumbledore, “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire”

Rowen McAllister

Parents: Heidi and Murray McAllister

College, major: Clark University, international development

Quote: “Well, he should have some chocolate, at the very least.” — Poppy Pomfrey, “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban”

ST. PAUL ACADEMY AND SUMMIT SCHOOL

Cum Laude graduates

Peter Baker

Parents: Bartlett and Lee Baker

College: Colgate University

Anna Biggs

Parents: Thomas and Melissa Biggs

College: Harvard University

Elizabeth Bukingolts

Parents: N. Jacob and Anastassia Bukingolts

College: Barnard College

Nadia Goldman

Parents: Michael Goldman and Rachel Schurman

College: University of Pennsylvania

Willa Grinsfelder

Parents: Jim Grinsfelder and Sandra Denman

College: Johns Hopkins University

Michelle Heilig

Parents: Steve Heilig and Laurie Schaaf

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Rachel Hotvedt

Parents: Douglas Hotvedt and Ellen Shammash

College: Wake Forest University

Netta Kaplan

Parents: Daniel Kaplan and Maya Hanna

College: Pomona College

Vanessa Miller

Parents: Victoria Buoen

College: Hamilton College

Claire Ristau

Parents: Michael and Laura Ristau

College: Cornell University

John Romans

Parents: John and Jill Romans

College: Williams College

Elizabeth Shaheen

Parents: Christopher Shaheen and Tricia Conroy

College: Tufts University

Maya Smith

Parents: Craig Smith and Merritt Clapp-Smith

College: Swarthmore College

George Stiffman

Parents: Michael Stiffman and Pita Adam

College: University of Southern California

Emma Taussig

Parents: Jonathan Kahn and Karen-Sue Taussig

College: Smith College

Ingrid Topp-Johnson

Parents: Trip Johnson and Nara Topp

College: Pitzer College

Margaret Vlietstra

Parents: Nicholas and Jacqueline Vlietstra

College: Barnard College

Claire Walsh

Parents: David Walsh and Renee Campion

College: Oberlin College

Chloe Wilkens

Parents: Laura Wilkens, Stephen and Claudia Swenson

College: University of Washington

ST. PAUL CONSERVATORY FOR PERFORMING ARTISTS

A group of graduates from the St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists hold a conference before their commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
African-American graduates from the St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists gather for a group photo before their commencement ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Sydney Owens, 18, adjusts the tassels on her cap as she prepares for commencement ceremony on May 31, 2016. Owens is a Jazz singer and plans on attending Roosevelt University in Chicago to continue her study of voice. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates line up during the processional for St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Emma Donley, 18, left, poses with Darby Kennedy, 18, for a selfie before the start of her gradutation ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Ruby Regan, 17, has her tassel adjusted by Tamara Nelson-Fromm, 17, before St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony begins. Regan plans on attending Hamlin University in the fall while Nelson-Fromm will pursue an engineering degree at the University of Illinois. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates show their support of victims of sexual assault as they gather before St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduates take their seats at the start of St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
An opera singer performs for the Class of 2016 during St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony on May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Dancers celebrate the Class of 2016 during St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony on stage at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Graduate Reyna Binondo points to family as she crosses the stage after receiving her diploma during St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Jillian Duffy celebrates getting her degree during St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Povi Rosa-Chavez flips her tassel as she sashays across the stage to accept her diploma during St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' commencement ceremony at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium . (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
St. Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists' Class of 2016 celebrate their graduation following their commencement ceremony outside at the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)

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Madison Palmer

Parents: Chris and Kimberly Palmer

College, major: Dominican University of California, dance

Victoria Doran

Parents: Robert and Michele Doran

College, major: Clark University, Worcester, Mass.; biology,communications

Scarlett Thompson

Parents: John Thompson and Mary Petrie

College, major: Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; economics, theater

Juliet Paulson

Parents: Peter Paulson and Gina Sekelsky

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Lily Jones

Parents: Jonathan and Luann Jones

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, theater

Tamara Nelson-Fromm

Parents: Gaius Nelson and Merri Fromm

College, major: University of Illinois, engineering

Ruby Regan

Parents: William Regan and Linda Hanke

College, major: Hamline University, music business

Fiona Steen

Parents: Frank Steen and Lisa Habeck

College, major: St. Olaf College, sciences, dance

John Hoeglund

Parents: Cory and Christine Doran

College, major: Clark University, Worcester, Mass.; political science, psychology

Alexandra Hatch

Parent: Mimi Doran

College, major: Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; theater

Grace Thumser

Parents: Frank and Barbara Thumser

College, major: Indiana University, recording arts

Camille Horstmann

Parent: David Horstmann

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, dance

Katelyn Henslin

Parents: Kevin and Robin Henslin

College, major: DePaul University, media/cinema studies

Carina Ruiz

Parent: Yolanda Ruiz

College, major: St. Catherine University, nursing, social work

Selena Rosario

Parents: Samuel and Dawn Rosario

College, major: University of Sioux Falls, entrepreneurial studies

ST. THOMAS ACADEMY, MENDOTA HEIGHTS

Andrew Allen

Parents: Aron and Shelly Allen

College: University of Wisconsin-Madison

Mark Bastiaens

Parents: Koen and Ann Bastiaens

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

William Borwege

Parents: Ken Borwege and Brenda Borwege

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Hugh Burke

Parents: Paul and Laurel Burke

College: University of Notre Dame

Nathaniel Chaffee

Parents: Orison and Cassandra Chaffee

College: Harvard University

Jack Cordero

Parents: Chris and Nicole Cordero

College: U.S. Naval Academy

Nicholas Forslund

Parents: Jeffrey and Kari Forslund

College: Texas Christian University

Christopher Gitter

Parents: James and Kristen Gitter

College: University of Wisconsin-Madison

Mitchell Gross

Parents: Shawn and Kim Gross

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Joseph Henderson

Parents: John and Mary Henderson

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

John Ingebrigtsen

Parents: Paul Ingebrigtsen and Susan Ingebrigtsen

College: Iowa State University

Henry Johnson

Parents: Richard Johnson and Mary Kalish-Johnson

College: Boston College

David Lund

Parents: David and Pam Lund

College: University of Notre Dame

Nicholas Lunsford

Parent: Jennifer Schmidt

College: U.S. Military Academy

Chase Nielsen

Parents: David and Diane Nielsen

College: Chapman University, Orange, Calif.

Brendan Quinlan

Parents: John and Nancy Quinlan

College: Duke University

Michael Rudisill

Parents: Greg Rudisill and Janet Schaffer

College: U.S. Military Academy

Gregory Sercombe

Parents: Randall and Clare Sercombe

College: Rice University

William Sullivan Jr.

Parents: William and Arleen Sullivan

College: University of Notre Dame

Thomas Weiss

Parents: Tim and Molly Weiss

College: Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio

HENRY SIBLEY, MENDOTA HEIGHTS

Sarah Lauwagie straightens her cap before the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)
Students head for the stage at the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)
Students await their moment on stage at the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)
Wait to go onstage before the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)
Masbal Abdullahi, right, and her classmates participate in the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)
Students throw their caps in the air after officially graduating, at the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)
Xavier Hanson celebrates his graduation without lighting up, after the Henry Sibley High School sixty-second annual commencement at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul, Sunday, June 5, 2016. (Pioneer Press: Scott Takushi)

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Max Buell

Parents: Jeff and Dona Buell

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, engineering

Quote: “Don’t let success go to your head and failure go to your heart.”

Montgomery Fischer

Parents: John and Teresa Fischer

College, major: University of Georgia, math

Quote: “Think for yourself and let others enjoy the privilege of doing so too.” — Voltaire

Lisa Fisher

Grandparents: David Bye and Shelly Jacobsen

College: St. Olaf College

Quote: “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” — Thomas A. Edison

William Maher

Parents: Bob and Melinda Maher

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, political science

Quote: “Government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.” — Abraham Lincoln

Cailin McMahon

Parents: Thomas and Lanita McMahon

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, genetics

Quote: “The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” — H. Jackson Brown, Jr.

Dominic Moog

Parents: Dana and Selma Moog

Lindsey Mortensen

Parents: Scott and Susan Mortensen

Olivia Nachtsheim

Parents: Mike and Karen Nachtsheim

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, nursing

Quote: “Enjoy the little things in life, for one day you’ll look back and realize they were big things.” — Kurt Vonnegut

Andy Nguyen

Parents: Hoang and Diep Nguyen

Kallman Parry

Parents: Rhys and Barbara Parry

College, major: U.S. Naval Academy, engineering

Quote: “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

SIMLEY, INVER GROVE HEIGHTS

Alex Vondrum

Parents: Dan and Kathy Vondrum

College, major: University of St. Thomas, actuarial science

Hannah Deyo

Parents: Scott and Kristine Deyo

College, major: Gustavus Adolphus College, communications/marketing

John LeVahn

Parents: James and Sue LeVahn

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, mechanical engineering

Justin Stang

Parents: Steven and Kristen Stang

College, major: University of St.Thomas, accounting, finance

Lao Chong Yang

Parents: Wa Ue and Sheng Thao Yang

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, chemical engineering

Logan Barnhart

Parents: Russell and Lisa Barnhart

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, electrical or computer engineering

Nathan Raab

Parents: Sandra Thiele and Brian Raab

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, engineering

Nicholas Weis

Parents: Bill and Amy Weis

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, business

Ryan Hostager

Parents: Dean and Beth Hostager

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, math, engineering

Sara Roggenbuck

Parents: Kevin and Bobbi Roggenbuck

College, major: Hamline University, neuroscience

SOUTH ST. PAUL

Graduating with honors: Christopher Acesor, Elise Barnes, Caitlyn Binman, Cole Buhl, Ryan Clemens, Ashley Cook, Jesus Cortez, Jacob Dahlke, Nicholas Eidenschink, Diana Espitia, Zoe Esser, Abigail Felton, Emily Forbrook, Abigail Friedges, Jessica Fuchs, Megan George, Jenna Gonzalez, Melissa Gruenewald, Hannah Gustafson, Darren Halvorson, Emma Hendrickson, Kelton Holsen, Victoria Hornby, Lexis Hughes, Corbyn Jenkins, Nicole Kesti, Sydney King, Ryan Kropp, Emma Kroska, Kallie Kuehn, Marie Kustritz, Nicolas Labrosse, Eleanor Lieder, Hannah Marion, Karlie Marlow, Thomas Mellen, Carter Michaelson, Cameron Michels, Carissa Morrison, Oskar Nordlie, Madeline Nygaard, Daniel Pietruszewski, Tavis Pugh, Mollie Ray, Samuel Restrepo, Alissa Roehlen, Meg Simon, Logan Smith, Madeline Torgerson, Moira Vaughan, Samantha Veldman, Micah Weiberg, Samantha Welle

SPRING VALLEY, WIS.

Co-valedictorians

Esther Gland

Parents: Alan Gland and Julie Lund

College, major: Colorado School of Mines, chemical engineering

Jordan Jensen

Parents: Jeff Jensen and Kari Jensen

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Stout, computer science

Bailey Manor

Parents: Joe and Katie Manor, share

College, major: University of St. Thomas, biology

Salutatorian: Jacqueline Dieckman

Parents: Greg and Nancy Dieckman

College, major: University of Wisconsin-River Falls, agriculture

Graduating with honors

Jack Hannack

Parents: Aaron and Becky Hannack

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, architecture

Jacob Rielly

Parents: Patrick and Leane Rielly

College, major: U.S. Naval Academy or University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, physical therapy

Rebecca Fesenmaier

Parents: Bill and Karen Fesenmaier

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Stout, early childhood and special education

Collin Huebel

Parents: James and Tara Huebel

College, major: University of Wisconsin-River Falls, science

Isaac Esanbock

Parents: Pete and Barb Esanbock

College: University of Wisconsin (Milwaukee or Madison)

Jason Richardson

Parents: Jay and Kristi Richardson

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Stout, mechanical engineering

Rachel Franzen

Parents: Troy and Deb Franzen

College, major: University of Wisconsin-River Falls, biology

Jennifer Hayes

Parents: Michael and Susan Hayes

After graduation: Minnesota Air National Guard, security forces

Madison Lee

Parents: Kevin and Julie Lee

College: Academy of Art University, San Francisco

Jordan Walkky

Parents: Jack and Brenda Walkky

College, major: University of Wisconsin-River Falls, English

STILLWATER

Stillwater High senior, Samantha Peterson, 18, uses her phone as a mirror before her graduation ceremony at Roy Wilkins on Saturday, June 4, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
A group of graduates take a seat on the floor as they wait for the Stillwater High School commencement ceremony to begin at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul on Saturday, June 4, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Brad Johnson, 18, helps his friend and classmate Justice Carpenter with his cap before the Stillwater High School's commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul on Saturday, June 4, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Isaac Turley, 19, facing, gets a big hug from Raquel Ruiz, 18, before their commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul on Saturday, June 4, 2016. The two have been good friends since 8th grade. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Samantha LeBlanc, 17, has her cap adjusted by MacKinzy Thomas, 17, before the graduation ceremonies begin. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Seniors march to their seats during the processional for the Stillwater High School commencement ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Student Speaker and graduate Joseph Price addresses his classmates during the Stillwater High School commencement. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
A beach ball made its way into the seats during the Stillwater High School commencement ceremony. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
A graduate signals victory after crossing the stage during the Stillwater High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul on Saturday, June 4, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Shelby Zeuli waves to during the Stillwater High School graduation ceremony in St. Paul on Saturday, June 4, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Stillwater High School graduates toss their caps into the air at the conclusion of Stillwater High School commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkins Auditorium in St. Paul on Saturday, June 4, 2016. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)
Students line up to receive their actual diplomas from staff members after the commencement ceremony at Roy Wilkins Auditorium. (Pioneer Press: John Autey)

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Aceif Oubaha, David Krahn, Jacob Kosyakovsky, Emma Stratmoen, Elizabeth Hill, Cecelia Peterson, Timothy Koenning, Seth Cattanach, Monique Rondeau, Katherine Kugler, Cassandra Anderson, Claire Nyenhuis, Katherine Katula, Jayme Taverna, Samuel Balfanz, Cortney Stedman, Jonathan Luk, Robert Vandenboom, Maitreya Mujumdar, Alexandra Brasch, Brooke Knoll, Kathryn Messelt, Anya Nelson, Mitchell Carlson, Annabelle Hearne, Ha Rim Kim, Tanner Lau, Mary Norkol, Minna Thrall, Kjell Sandstrom, Savannah Johnson, Kristen Diederichs, Benjamin Sweet, Adam Kurzejeski, Sara Swartz, Kyle Nelson, Paulina Scheid, Bryce Bjorkman, Stephen Wagner V, Teresa Romportl, Torrey Lucido, Amelia Schneider, Emily Heidick, Annika Anderson, Alexandra Holmberg, Colin Corcoran, Grace Baldwin, Parker Seaberg, Kayley Winkelman, Alexis Wahlstrom, Abrielle Prunty, Erica Oren, Paige Anderson, Samuel Hildebrandt, Nicholas Ackerson, Megan Fayler, Olivia Welsch, Kevin Jones, Megan McGuire, Pachia Yang, Briana Russell, Ann Sheely, Rebecca Hohenstein, Jane Delahunt, Elena McGinley

TARTAN, OAKDALE

Carolyn Barrera

Parents: Denise and Michael Barrera

College, major: Cornell University, chemical engineering

Riley Boris

Parents: Amy and Duane Boris

College, major: Purdue University, environmental engineering

Jenna Hamann

Parents: Kay Maxwell and Brian Hamann

College, major: Bemidji State University, chemistry

Shannon Holmberg

Parent: Fred Holmberg

College, major: University of Minnesota-Rochester, health sciences

Hannah Kath

Parents: Jim Kath, Marnie Feierabend and Tony Feierabend

College, major: Iowa State University, finance

Jessica Ngoboka

Parents: Pascal Ngoboka and Twega Tshoombe

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biochemistry

Vinh Nguyen

Parents: Phuong Le and Oai Nguyen

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, aerospace/mechanical engineering

Samuel Allen Nofziger

Parents: Susan and Allen Nofziger

College, major: University of Colorado-Colorado Springs, mechanical engineering

Brandon Ong

Parents: Yanping Zhu and Jim Ong

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, mechanical engineering

Nicole Pfalz

Parents: Kelly and Peter Pfalz

College, major: Gustavus Adolphus College, psychological sciences, Spanish

Amanda Ramin

Parents: Lynn and Doug Ramin

College, major: University of Minnesota-Duluth, biochemistry

Jorge Reina Sandoval

Parents: Alma Sandoval and Manuel Reina

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, biomedical engineering, pre-med

Alexis Salmon

Parent: Renee Salmon

College, major: University of Minnesota-Duluth, chemical engineering

Cassandra Singer

Parents: Christine and Peter Singer

College, major: Bethel University, biochemistry, molecular biology

Peyton Sorensen

Parents: Pamela and Scott Sorensen

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Madison, botany

Theresa Jo Thomas

Parents: MaryAnn Thomas and Joe Thomas

College, major: University of San Diego, Spanish, behavioral neuroscience

Michael Ung

Parents: Sary Hem and Thearoth Ung

College, major: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, science, chemical engineering

Sofia Van Tassel

Parents: Christine and Jason Van Tassel

College, major: University of Wisconsin-Stout, fashion

Samuel Wintheiser

Parents: Kris and Chris Wintheiser

College, major: University of Minnesota-Duluth, chemistry

TRIO WOLF CREEK DISTANCE LEARNING CHARTER SCHOOL, CHISAGO CITY

Shelby Armstrong, Aira Baydal, Abigail Lynn Bergdahl, Jayden Ray Berryhill, Jake Blokzyl, Thomas Brewer, Alexander Brown, Kayla Bruce , Alyssa Brueske, Autumn Bushinski, Brandon Byrns, Kayla Dietsch, Nicholas Dufresne, Montana Dunn, Kendal Ewaldt, Tyler Fairbanks, Anna Halvorson, Alexandra Handrahan, Andrew Hansen, Joshua Heinen, Alexis Hoffer, Anna Hosler, Katherine Janos, Savannah Jeans, Anders Johnson, Cameron Johnson, Hayden Johnson, Hunter Johnson, Michael Johnson, Zoie Johnson, Tatyanna Johnston, Izabella Klever, Kaylen Kosin, Jareck Maloney, Luke McCord, Bo McKee, Samantha McNeely, Samantha Mellum, Breanna Misenor, Wyatt Moody, Caitlin Nash, Dannielle Newland, Hailee O’Gary, Kayla Olson, Jessica Palomino, Gabrielle Paugel, Kurtis Peterson, Starr Peterson, Connor Pina, Caleb Renwick, Margaux Reynolds, Nathan Schlegel, Amanda Scott, Collin Shaw, Victoria Shoop, Maria Svenkeson, Daniel Swanson, Jaden Thayer, Alyssa Wallenberg, Megan Wester, Cole Whitman, Grae Wilson, Zach Zajac

TRINITY SCHOOL AT RIVER RIDGE, EAGAN

Cum Laude graduates

Dietrich Balsbaugh, graduate award

Parents: Jon and Jennifer Balsbaugh

College: Hillsdale College, Hillsdale, Mich.

Henry Brink, graduate award

Parents: Darin and Cristy Brink

College: Hillsdale College

Anna Payne, graduate award

Parents: Tim and Tracy Payne

College: Hillsdale College

Joseph Bricher

Parents: Jim and Janet Bricher

College: University of St. Thomas

Marcella Brylski

Parents: Gerald and Sandra Brylski

College: Hillsdale College

Edward Hoey

Parents: James and Ann Hoey

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Michaela Peine

Parents: Craig and Janelle Peine

After graduation: Year of service with NET Ministries

Raymond Tallarini

Parents: Tom and Rachel Tallarini

College: U.S. Naval Academy

Christina Waldron

Parents: Tom and Sandi Waldron

College: University of Texas at Austin

Rebecca Wilkin

Parents: Tim and Eileen Wilkin

College: University of St. Thomas

UNITY, BALSAM LAKE, WIS.

Danielle Ahlm, Roen Aronson, Logan Bader, Amber Ellsworth, Gabrielle Foeller, Cole Garvey, Joshua Gorne, Allison Gross, Nathan Hemstad, Olivia Jensen, Derek Johnson, Walter Lenk, Karlie Moening, Emma Moore, Kyle Paulson, Matthew Peterson, Whitney Rock, Raelin Sorensen, Wyatt Stenberg, Freyja van der Paart, Elijah VosBenkowks.

VISITATION, MENDOTA HEIGHTS

Caroline Baumann

Parents: Barbara and Michael Baumann

College: Boston College

Quote: “The best way to cheer yourself up is to cheer somebody else up.” — Mark Twain

Claire Gorman

Parents: Elizabeth and Michael Gorman

College, major: Yale University, computer science

Quote: “Stay hungry. Stay foolish.” — Steve Jobs

Emma McAllister

Parents: Nancy and Sumner McAllister

College, major: University of Puget Sound, environmental policy, visual arts

Quote: “Let’s begin by taking a smallish nap or two.” — Winnie the Pooh

Elizabeth Pryor

Parents: Patricia and Timothy Pryor

College, major: University of Notre Dame, science-computing, pre-med

Quote: “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

Colleen Scallen

Parents: Catherine and Timothy Scallen

College, major: Carleton College, theater, English

Quote: “A life lived for art is never a life wasted.” — “Ten Thousand Hours,” Macklemore and Ryan Lewis

WASHINGTON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET, ST. PAUL

Kao Ly Her

Parents: Xue Her and Blia Yang

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Quote: “My teacher told me to follow my dreams, so I went to back to bed.”

Rebecca Lindau

Parents: Melissa and William Lindau

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Quote: “Don’t let numbers tell you what to do. You are blood and earth, not theory and chalk.” — Night Vale Presents, “Welcome to Night Vale”

Jinci Lu

Parents: Meili Huang and Zi Lu

College: Macalester College

Quote: “Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind.”

PaNhia Moua

Parent: Xor Lee

College: Carleton College

Quote: “I am a Fe-Male, Iron Man in disguise.”

Khongmeng Thao

Parent: Mee Lee

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Nancy Thao

Parent: Mai Lor Thao

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Quote: “The only ‘normal’ people are people you don’t know yet.” — Patrick Allan

Sendy Thao

Parent: Chong Lee

College: University of Minnesota-Rochester

Quote: “I have loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night.” — Sarah Williams, “The Old Astronomer”

Shoua Thao

Parents: Natong Her and Jessie Lee

College: St. Catherine University

Quote: “The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” — H. Jackson Brown Jr.

Kevin Tran

Parent: Han Tran

College: Carleton College

Quote: “Beauty fades, but insecurities are forever.”

Minh Tran

Parents: Kim Nguyen and Hoang Tran

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Quote: “Success is laziness done right.”

WHITE BEAR LAKE

Top 5 percent: Genevieve Ahlstrom, Leighlin Ahlstrom, Ethan Beauclaire, Sabina Beck, Isabel Brown, Kelly Buhl, Rachael Dumas, Lisa Eischens, Rachel Gent, Isabelle Hagel, Cassidy Hamel, Megan Hazen, Rachel Hazzard, Elizabeth Karp, Peyton King, Jordan Krivanek, Matthew Lee, Scott Marston Jr., Rachel Miller, Emily Perron, Laurel Pierskalla, Timothy Rockford, Aaron Schmidt, Peter Schultze, Antonio Turley, Kevin Walek, Brittany Zine

WOODBURY

Summa Cum Laude with Distinction

Madison Buchholz

Parents: Timothy and Jeannine Buchholz

College: University of Wisconsin-Madison

Jessica Chiu

Parents: Raymond Chiu and Stephanie Wang

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Jane Crosby-Schmidt

Parents: Chris and Catherine Crosby-Schmidt

College: Occidental College, Los Angeles

Hannah Jo Hamilton

Parents: John and Debra Hamilton

College: Drake University

William Ho

Parents: Charlie Ho and Tiffany Chi

College: University of Miami

Michelle Mao

Parent: Guoping Mao

College: Columbia University, New York

Yuka Nakato

Parents: Hiroshi and Eriko Nakato

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Aadarsh Padiyath

Parents: Raghu Padiyath and Jayshree Seth

College: Georgia Institute of Technology

John Sampson

Parents: Mark and Louise Sampson

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Blake Swanson

Parents: Scott and Julie Swanson

College: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Gavin Thomas

Parents: William and Jodi Thomas

College: Denison University

WOODCREST BAPTIST ACADEMY, FRIDLEY

Carlie Ott

Parents: Harlan and Caridad Ott

College, major: Pepperdine University, Malibu, Calif.; communications

Quote: “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16, The Bible

Allison Tutt

Parents: Brian and Jennifer Tutt

College, major: Biola University, La Mirada, Calif.; nursing

Quote: “It isn’t what we say or think that defines us, but what we do.” — Jane Austen