CLASS OF 2025 SENIOR STORIES
We are excited to introduce our new "Senior Stories" feature! This initiative aims to recognize and celebrate our amazing senior students by highlighting their achievements, interests, and future plans on our school's social media and website. This is an opportunity to give the school community a chance to learn more about the incredible students who make our school special.
Laiken Hibbitts
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
Band, Choir, and Theatre
What is your favorite memory from high school?
My favorite memory is back during the Little Mermaid Musical, it was one of my favorites that we have done. I was able to act alongside some of my favorite upperclassman that are now graduated. We had a ton of laughs and amazing memories
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
I plan on attending Youngstown State University to study in Music Education
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
My mother and Mrs. Cline of course!
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Do everything that is possible to do, make memories, and just have fun!
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
I have birds! Six chickens and two ducks to be exact :)
Rapid-Fire Questions
Favorite school lunch? Salisbury Steak and Mashed Potatoes
Morning person or night owl? Night Owl
Dream vacation destination? Rome
Favorite song or artist right now? Shinedown
Favorite TV show or movie? Charmed
One word to describe your senior year? Ambivalence
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? To my parents and friends for always being by my side :)
Kaylee Jenkins
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
My favorite school activity is theatre. I love getting to become a character and make it my own.
What is your favorite memory from high school?
My favorite memory from high school is from this year. Promise and I tried to get the ghost of a dead lady to talk to us at Stifel on an art field trip.
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
I plan to go to work after high school. Eventually I’d like to run my own daycare business.
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
Mr. Steele has been my biggest inspiration. He is always willing to listen or let me relax in his room.
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
It goes by really fast! Make sure you enjoy the simplicity while you have it!
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
When I was younger I thought I was going to become a YouTuber and I actually had a few channels
Rapid-Fire Questions
Favorite school lunch? My favorite school lunch is chicken tenders
Dream vacation destination? I would love to go to Paris and see the Eiffel Tower
Favorite song or artist right now? My favorite artist currently is Dylan Scott
Favorite TV show or movie? My favorite TV show is Sons of Anarchy
One word to describe your senior year? Interesting
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? We are going to miss you Klempa! I hope you have a great retirement!
Olivia Weyrick
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
National Honor Society
What is your favorite memory from high school?
When there was a water break and we were off school for two days!
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
I am going to attend Zane State to be a Occupational Therapist Assistant.
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
My Mom and MaMa
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Live life to the fullest and do what you want in life
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
I am a black belt in karate 🥋
Rapid-Fire Questions
Favorite school lunch? I mostly bring my lunch to school
Morning person or night owl? Morning Person
Dream vacation destination? Hawaii
Favorite song or artist right now? Lana Del Rey
Favorite TV show or movie? The Rookies
One word to describe your senior year? Exciting
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? My dog, Rufus. He has got me through my worst days!
Grant Vasey
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
Wrestling and baseball
What is your favorite memory from high school?
My favorite memory was placing in the district wrestling tournament my junior year. During the tournament, I upset two kids that were "supposed" to beat me.
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
I plan on attending Zane State College and enrolling in the physical therapy assistant program.
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
My mom is my biggest inspiration. Her kindness, love, and support have shaped me into the person I am today. She motivates me to be a better person and to not give up when I face challenges.
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
When things get hard, don't give up. Keep working.
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
I'm not shy, and I am very outgoing around people that I am comfortable with.
Rapid-Fire Questions
Favorite school lunch? I pack peanut butter and jelly everyday
Dream vacation destination? Athens, Georgia
Favorite song or artist right now? Life With You by Kelsey Hart
Favorite TV show or movie? Jurassic Park
One word to describe your senior year? Boring
Koltan Henthorn
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
Sports Talk
What is your favorite memory from high school?
Going to Regionals in Football my Sophomore year
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
To be a youth counselor for kids who have lost that father figure in their life as I lost mine when I 6 years old
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
My mom
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Live today likes it’s your last and don’t let anyone decide your future for you. Time flies by--trust me on this. Good luck to you all!
Rapid-Fire Questions
Favorite school lunch? The Seasoned potato wedges from last year
Morning person or night owl? Morning person
Dream vacation destination? Italy
Favorite song or artist right now? Rod Wave
Favorite TV show or movie? 12 Strong
One word to describe your senior year? Debatable
Madison Miller
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
I love my English class.
What is your favorite memory from high school?
Winning our rival game against Martins Ferry at home for volleyball my junior year.
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
I plan to go to college and become a crime scene investigator.
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
Knowing that I will end with good knowledge for my career.
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Stay focused and be involved.
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
I love to read.
Rapid-Fire Questions
Favorite school lunch? Salad
Morning person or night owl? Morning Person
Dream vacation destination? Florida
Favorite song or artist right now? Lana Del Ray
Favorite TV show or movie? Bojack Horseman
One word to describe your senior year? Relaxing
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? Ms. Kiger for always being there for me.
Chelsey Lednik
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
Foreign Language Club, Student Council and Disney Club.
What is your favorite memory from high school?
Watching Freaks and Geeks In Mrs. Klempa's Psychology class.
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
Leaning towards becoming a Bridal Makeup Artist
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Don’t make loud and unnecessary noises. Be kind, don’t start rumors and get involved in drama. Bullying isn’t cool. And at sporting events, respect the upperclassmen and stay out of the front row. Your time will come.
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
Although I don’t wear makeup on a daily basis, it is my passion and love exploring and buying any new cosmetics product that is intriguing.
Rapid-Fire Questions
Favorite school lunch? Salisbury steak
Morning person or night owl? Morning Person
Dream vacation destination? Cancun and Greece
Favorite song or artist right now? Taylor Swift, my favorite song at the moment is “Peter” from TTPD.
Favorite TV show or movie? Young Sheldon for TV show, favorite movies are Step Brothers and Pitch Perfect.
One word to describe your senior year? Quick
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? No matter how tough school could get, I always knew my friends would be there to joke and laugh with. As a 3 year Art student, I can’t think of a time where I was visibly upset and Mrs. Ritchea did not inquire about my situation. She always made sure me and all of my peers were doing okay. And I wouldn’t be where I am today without my family, my mother specifically. She can always make me laugh and help me when I feel unmotivated in a class. My mother is inspiring, she works hard shifts, cares for me and my brothers no matter what, and will always provide anything she can give. I’m incredibly grateful for all the people around me have done for me. I cannot forget Taylor Swift, her music and outlook on life inspire me everyday.
Ava Marinacci
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
Disney Club, Volleyball, Student Council, NHS
What is your favorite memory from high school?
When my friend passed out last year during the blood drive and her hair got caught.
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
I want to go to Ohio University to study nursing and become a Labor and Delivery Nurse.
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
My mom
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Don’t worry about what other people think about you. It’s not embarrassing if your not embarrassed
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
I have been to Disney five times
Rapid-Fire Questions
Favorite school lunch? Popcorn chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy
Morning person or night owl? Morning Person
Dream vacation destination? Greece
Favorite song or artist right now? Taylor Swift
Favorite TV show or movie? Gilmore Girls
One word to describe your senior year? Messy
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? The groupchat (my best friends)
Eliana Mason
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
Art, Basketball, Media, Student Council
What is your favorite memory from high school?
Homecoming Court
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
Attend Ohio University Eastern to become an Orthodontist
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
My mom
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Be involved in many things, it goes by too fast to take it for granted
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
I have had horses since I was 4
Rapid-Fire Questions
Favorite school lunch? Spicy Chicken Tenders
Dream vacation destination? Bahamas
Favorite song or artist right now? Dierks Bentley
Favorite TV show or movie? Grey's Anatomy
One word to describe your senior year? Hectic
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? My support system
Hayden Scott
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
Band & Theatre
What is your favorite memory from high school?
Definitely last years musical! Damien & Mean Girls was such a fun show/role to put the time and effort into, and I met a lot of amazing people from it!
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
To study Science Education at Kent State University, and eventually become a high school science teacher!
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
My friends and family have been a big inspiration, but honestly Mr. Steele has been a major inspiration since I took his class. He’s very connected with his students and very reassuring. He also helps you with any kind of questions you have, whether it’s school work or anything outside of school. He’s a very sweet person to talk to!
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Don’t take the time you have here for granted - it flies by completely! Also don’t feel pressured to have a set mind on what you want to do after high school, it will all come and everything will be okay! See the good in your life and live it to the fullest!
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
I did a collab stream with youtuber/streamer TommyInnit before he was popular!
Rapid-Fire Questions
Favorite school lunch? I don’t eat school lunch typically
Morning person or night owl? Morning Person
Dream vacation destination? Germany!
Favorite song or artist right now? Djo is my favorite artist, Basic Being Basic is currently my favorite song!
Favorite TV show or movie? Stranger Things is my favorite TV Show, No One Sleeps is my favorite movie!
One word to describe your senior year? Surreal
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? To all of the teachers and friends that gave me the best years of high school, a special thank you!
MaKenzie Lahna
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
Concert and Marching Band, Choir, and Thespians
What is your favorite memory from high school?
The first ever Friday Night Game at Nelson Field
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
College and/or owning my own business
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
Family and Friends
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Go out of your way to sit or be with someone who is alone. You never know the battle someone is facing.
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
I was 1lb 12oz when I was born!
Rapid-Fire Questions
Favorite school lunch? Mashed Potatoes and Buttered Noodles
Dream vacation destination? Nashville or Montana
Favorite song or artist right now? Cody Johnson
Favorite TV show or movie? Yellowstone
One word to describe your senior year? Hectic
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? My Mom for always supporting me and being there for me. My friends who have gotten me through losing my father figure and losing my pap. They truly are the best and I don’t know what I would do without them.
Ashlyn Rose
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
The Art Room!
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
Studying Early Elementary Education at Ohio University Eastern
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
Mrs. Schoene, always
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Do your homework!! I promise it helps.
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
I have the most irrational fear of ketchup.
Rapid-Fire Questions
Favorite school lunch? Salisbury Steak
Morning Person or Night Owl? Morning Person
Dream vacation destination? London
Favorite song or artist right now? Taylor Swift- The Prophecy
Favorite TV show or movie? Tangled
One word to describe your senior year? Encouraging
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? Miss Ritchea is the best teacher ever!
Riley Zonker
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
Baseball, Media, Student Council, Art
What is your favorite memory from high school?
My favorite memory is when I was a freshman and in gym class. The game we were playing was Line Soccer, and a student kicked a ball and it bounced off of another student's face and made a loud bang. It was funny to everyone involved!
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
I will be attending The Ohio State University to pursue a degree in Economics.
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
My biggest inspiration throughout high school would have to be my siblings, Andrew and Amanda Masciarelli.
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Live in the moment, high school is over with just a blink of an eye.
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
I have never had lower than an A- on any report card, even going back to Bellaire Elementary School.
Rapid-Fire Questions!
Favorite school lunch? Salisbury Steak and Mashed Potatoes
Morning person or night owl? Morning Person
Dream vacation destination? Hawaii
Favorite song or artist right now? Tate Mcrae.
Favorite TV show or movie? My favorite show is Alice in Borderland.
One word to describe your senior year? Bittersweet.
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? Shoutout to Mrs. Schoene, Coach V, and Ms. Milton for making their classes the most beneficial throughout my high school years.
Avery Arno
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
Art, Clay, Disney Club, Student Council, NHS
What is your favorite memory from high school?
Homecoming Court, football games under the lights
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
Study Occupational Therapy at Ohio University
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
My peers and teachers
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Do not get caught up in drama, come to school, do your work, have fun!
What is one fun fact about you that people might not know?
I've been dancing for 14 years!
Rapid-Fire Questions!
Favorite School Lunch? Salisbury Steak
Morning Person or Night Owl? Morning Person
Dream vacation destination? The Bahamas
Favorite song or artist right now? Sabrina Carpenter
Favorite TV show or movie? Never Have I Ever
One word to describe your senior year? Senioritis
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? My mom and dad!
Mason Unterzuber
What are your favorite activities or clubs at school?
National Honor Society, Student Council, Media Staff, Cross Country
What is your favorite memory from high school?
Making Homecoming Court
What are your future plans after graduation? (College, trade school, military, career goals, etc.)
Attend The Ohio State University majoring in Health Science
Who or what has been your biggest inspiration throughout high school?
My peers and my mom
What advice would you give to underclassmen?
Be involved and join clubs & never underestimate the power of a nap after school
Rapid Fire Questions!
Favorite School Lunch? Spicy Chicken Tenders
Morning Person or Night Owl? Morning Person
Dream vacation destination? Ibiza
Favorite song or artist right now? Nicki Minaj and Future
Favorite TV show or movie? Keeping Up With the Kardashians
One word to describe your senior year? Busy
Any shoutouts or special acknowledgments? My mom and Nonny for always supporting me in whatever I choose to do; and shoutout to the group chat, of course.