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Full name: Allie Friedrichsen
Nickname: Al, Alfred
Parents: Sylvia and Andrew Friedrichsen
Activities at MVAOCOU: Quiz Bowl, Jazz Choir, Concert Choir, Ram Singers
What will you miss most about being a Ram: I’ll miss seeing my friends every day. I’ll miss being able to crochet in art class.
A favorite memory from high school: I loved going to quiz bowl meets and performing in choir, dressing up for homecoming week, and prom.
Accomplishment you are most proud of: Getting into jazz choir even if it is just for a year, reading a lot throughout high school, and starting and finishing the blankets I crocheted.
Three words that describe yourself: Creative, caring, and always anxious
Plans after graduation: I want to go to school for finance and law to hopefully become an estate planning lawyer, but of course plans could change. I was recently accepted to Iowa State where I plan to major in finance.
Hobbies: I love to crochet, I love to read, and I like to garden.
Favorite food: My mom’s pot roast. It’s the best.
What kind of vehicle do you drive? A 2010 Ford Escape
What advice would you give to younger students? To participate and try things you never thought you’d like before. Just give things a chance.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Anywhere tropical with a beach. I love plants and I’ve always loved the beach.
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? I told my mom that I wanted to be a cowgirl. She has it on a post on her Facebook page. It’s a picture of me with a stuffed puppy or a bagel, I’m not sure.
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Full name: Lydia Shupe
Nickname: Lydiarrr
Parents: Deanna, Jeff Shupe
Activities at MVAOCOU: Choir
What will you miss most about being a Ram: Seeing my friends and laughing all the time with them.
A favorite memory from high school: I don't have a specific memory but my junior year Forensics class was really fun.
3 words that describe yourself: fun, caring, and creative
Plans after graduation: Go to cosmetology school
Hobbies: baking
Favorite food: Chicken alfredo
What advice would you give to younger students? Do your homework
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I would want to go to Greece
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? Firefighter
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Full name: Madison LeeAnn Behrens
Nickname: Madi
Parents: Melinda and Mike Behrens
Activities at MVAOCOU: Quiz Bowl, Speech, NHS, Choir
What will you miss most about being a Ram: I will miss seeing my friends all the time.
Accomplishment you are most proud of: I’m proud of keeping a 4.0 GPA throughout my entire school career so far.
Three words that describe yourself: Smart, stubborn, and goofy
Plans after graduation: I’m going to ISU to study computer science.
Hobbies: Playing video games, drawing, cooking
Favorite food: Mashed potatoes
What kind of vehicle do you drive? I drive a silver 2016 Ford Explorer.
What advice would you give to younger students? Participate and have fun in school activities and events. You might think Homecoming is a waste of time, but letting loose and enjoying it is important.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I would like to travel somewhere in Europe. I would like to go somewhere that has a lot of history, like Germany.
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? When I was little, I wanted to be a veterinarian or in the army. I always wanted to do something that would help others.
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Full name: Tawnie Lee Cass
Nickname: Tawn, Tawndawg
Parents: Tim and Traci Cass
Activities at MVAOCOU: Dance team, football cheerleading
What will you miss most about being a Ram: Being a part of the teams and seeing some of the people everyday
A favorite memory from high school: Any state dance or cheer competition
Accomplishment you are most proud of: Receiving a trophy at state dance competition in my sophomore year
Three words that describe yourself: Funny, considerate, outgoing
Plans after graduation: Attend college to become a radiology technician
Hobbies: Studio dance, reading, fishing with my dad, hanging out with friends and family, shopping
Favorite food: Prime rib or chicken alfredo
What kind of vehicle do you drive? A silver 2013 Chevy Cruze
What advice would you give to younger students? Don’t procrastinate and enjoy every moment. Make the most of these years because you don’t get them back.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I would travel to Greece.
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? A dance teacher or photographer
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Come support the MVAOCOU Dance Team kick off their way to state! On Sunday, November 24th, starting at 5:00 PM, the school’s dance team is hosting a freewill pasta dinner in the high school commons. After you fill your belly, stick around to watch the performance of their pre-state show at 6:00 PM.
The school’s dance team travels to Des Moines on Wednesday, December 4th in preparation to compete on Thursday, December 5th. They will compete against eleven other teams in the pom category and against eight other teams in the novelty category. Members competing at state include: Renee Oberreuter, Tawnie Cass, Brooklyn Koenigs, Tayzun James, Jenna French, Caitlee Koenigs, Kami Schrunk, Delani Welte, Sara Rosener, Autum Hansen, and Chae Lyn.
Good luck girls!
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Full name: Landon J. Taylor
Parents: Sarah and Jonathan Mumm
Activities at MVAOCOU: Track and Quiz Bowl
What will you miss most about being a Ram: All the friends that I’ve made and the people I’ve met!
A favorite memory from high school: Playing cards against humanity in chemistry.
Accomplishment you are most proud of: Joining the track team
Three words that describe yourself: Hardworking, helpful, kind
Plans after graduation: I will probably go to ISU or UNI as open options but I haven't decided yet.
Hobbies: Reading, playing video games, and running
What kind of vehicle do you drive? I drive a 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP.
What advice would you give to younger students? Be willing to try new things and talk to new people! You don’t know what you're good at or who you will meet until you try!
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Out of the country like Costa Rica, Germany, the Bahamas, or in the mountains.
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? When I was younger I wanted to be a lawyer. I still do but there could be other options out there for me.
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Full name: Reagan Elizabeth Seuntjens
Nickname: Reags
Parents: Pete and Hillary Seuntjens
Activities at MVAOCOU: Volleyball, basketball, track, softball, gold club, NHS
What will you miss most about being a Ram: I will miss being around all my friends and being a part of my high school teams.
A favorite memory from high school: Van rides with Dougherty on our way to softball games; he did not like our music
Accomplishment you are most proud of: Running at the state track meet
Three words that describe yourself: Thoughtful, honest, and funny
Plans after graduation: Attend college, continue to play basketball, major in medicine
Hobbies: Sports, being with friends, napping
Favorite food: Buffalo chicken wrap
What kind of vehicle do you drive? Silver Ford Taurus
What advice would you give to younger students? Don’t procrastinate and get work done but still have time for fun and friends.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Bora Bora
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? I wanted to have my own restaurant.
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Full name: Peyton Gress
Parents: Aaron and Deb Gress
Activities at MVAOCOU: Football, Basketball, Track and Field, Shooting Club, Gold Club, National Honor Society, FFA
What will you miss most about being a Ram: Playing sports with my friends
A favorite memory from high school: Beating Westwood for the first time this year
Accomplishment you are most proud of: 2nd team all-district for football
Three words that describe yourself: Kind, light-hearted, hardworking
Plans after graduation: Attend college to further my education in agronomy
Hobbies: Watching sports and golfing
Favorite food: Steak
What kind of vehicle do you drive? Chevy pickup truck
What advice would you give to younger students? Appreciate the time you get with your friends in high school.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Hawaii
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? A veterinarian