Ridgewood Local School District Mike MasloskiOffice of the Superintendent Telephone: (740) 545-6354301 South Oak Street Fax: (740) 545-6336West Lafayette, Ohio 43845 March 11, 2024Press Release Ridgewood Local Schools Celebrate Outstanding Achievements at 35th Annual MVESC Student and Teacher Recognition Ceremony Ridgewood Local Schools proudly celebrated the outstanding achievements of its students and staff at the 35th Annual MVESC Student and Teacher Recognition Ceremony held on March 6, 2024, at the Secrest Auditorium in Zanesville, Ohio.. The event highlighted exceptional individuals who have demonstrated exemplary dedication, talent, and leadership within the school community. Among the distinguished honorees, Karrie Sells, a senior at Ridgewood High School, was recognized as the Outstanding Senior. Karrie, daughter of Kim Sells, exemplifies excellence both in academics and extracurricular activities. Her involvement in volleyball, cheerleading, track, and various clubs showcases her commitment to school spirit and community engagement. Karrie's accolades include The Cardinal Lift Grant, The Provost’s Scholarship, and a Housing Grant. She expressed gratitude by selecting her third-grade teacher, Kelly Beal, as the MVESV Outstanding Teacher, acknowledging Mrs. Beal's profound influence on her life and aspirations. Karrie intends to pursue Exercise Science at Otterbein University, inspired by her passion for health and wellness. Brook Conklin, another senior from Ridgewood High School, was honored as the Coshocton County Career Center Outstanding Senior. Brook's dedication to serving others through student leadership roles and community involvement reflects her compassionate spirit. She aspires to pursue a degree in social work, with a minor in Children’s Ministry, to continue making a positive impact beyond graduation. The ceremony also commemorated the recipients of the Susan Writing Scholar Award, established to honor the memory of Susan Elizabeth Mahoney, a talented writer beloved by many. Isabella Moore and Madison Wilkin from Ridgewood High School were recognized for their exceptional writing talents, each receiving a $1000 scholarship. Rebecca Wells, an English Language Arts teacher at Ridgewood High School, was honored with the Exemplary Educator Award for her unwavering dedication to student success. Superintendent Mike Masloski praised Rebecca's commitment to nurturing a supportive learning environment that fosters academic excellence and resilience among her students. The evening concluded with the presentation of the Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Awards, recognizing Emma J. Dobbins from Coshocton County Career Center and Madison Wilkin from Ridgewood Local Schools. Emma's exemplary academic achievements and community involvement demonstrate her commitment to excellence, while Madison's passion for mathematics and forensic chemistry underscores her dedication to justice and advocacy. The Ridgewood Local Schools community extends heartfelt congratulations to all the honorees for their remarkable accomplishments and contributions to academic excellence and community service. .
Ridgewood Local School District
Mike Masloski
Office of the Superintendent Telephone: (740) 545-6354
301 South Oak Street Fax: (740) 545-6336
West Lafayette, Ohio 43845
March 11, 2024
Press Release
Ridgewood Local Schools Celebrate Outstanding Achievements at 35th Annual MVESC Student and Teacher Recognition Ceremony
Ridgewood Local Schools proudly celebrated the outstanding achievements of its students and staff at the 35th Annual MVESC Student and Teacher Recognition Ceremony held on March 6, 2024, at the Secrest Auditorium in Zanesville, Ohio.. The event highlighted exceptional individuals who have demonstrated exemplary dedication, talent, and leadership within the school community.
Among the distinguished honorees, Karrie Sells, a senior at Ridgewood High School, was recognized as the Outstanding Senior. Karrie, daughter of Kim Sells, exemplifies excellence both in academics and extracurricular activities. Her involvement in volleyball, cheerleading, track, and various clubs showcases her commitment to school spirit and community engagement. Karrie's accolades include The Cardinal Lift Grant, The Provost’s Scholarship, and a Housing Grant. She expressed gratitude by selecting her third-grade teacher, Kelly Beal, as the MVESV Outstanding Teacher, acknowledging Mrs. Beal's profound influence on her life and aspirations. Karrie intends to pursue Exercise Science at Otterbein University, inspired by her passion for health and wellness.
Brook Conklin, another senior from Ridgewood High School, was honored as the Coshocton County Career Center Outstanding Senior. Brook's dedication to serving others through student leadership roles and community involvement reflects her compassionate spirit. She aspires to pursue a degree in social work, with a minor in Children’s Ministry, to continue making a positive impact beyond graduation.
The ceremony also commemorated the recipients of the Susan Writing Scholar Award, established to honor the memory of Susan Elizabeth Mahoney, a talented writer beloved by many. Isabella Moore and Madison Wilkin from Ridgewood High School were recognized for their exceptional writing talents, each receiving a $1000 scholarship.
Rebecca Wells, an English Language Arts teacher at Ridgewood High School, was honored with the Exemplary Educator Award for her unwavering dedication to student success. Superintendent Mike Masloski praised Rebecca's commitment to nurturing a supportive learning environment that fosters academic excellence and resilience among her students.
The evening concluded with the presentation of the Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Awards, recognizing Emma J. Dobbins from Coshocton County Career Center and Madison Wilkin from Ridgewood Local Schools. Emma's exemplary academic achievements and community involvement demonstrate her commitment to excellence, while Madison's passion for mathematics and forensic chemistry underscores her dedication to justice and advocacy.
The Ridgewood Local Schools community extends heartfelt congratulations to all the honorees for their remarkable accomplishments and contributions to academic excellence and community service.
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