2025 Senior Spotlights

BY KAMBRYN MILLER, ENN Reporter

Katherine Elizabeth Sweeney is a member of the 2025 graduating class. She is the daughter of Jeff and Ginger Stull of Knox City. Throughout high school, Katherine has been involved in The Nest, Med Club and Spanish Club. 

Her favorite teachers are Mrs. Keli Huchteman and Mrs. Brandi Wriedt. Katherine said, “They always had high spirits and made classes a lot easier to handle.” Her favorite memory from high school was when Kimmy Baze dressed up as the Lorax for a government project. Katherine will miss the teachers and staff most after high school. “Most of them were very nice and made school more welcoming.” 

After graduation, Katherine plans on attending John Wood Community College's RN Program. 

BY JAYLA BELKNAP, ENN Reporter

Kimberly “Kimmy” Marie Baze is a member of the 2025 graduating class. She is the daughter of Cody and Jodie Baze of Emden. During high school, she was involved in Spanish club. Her favorite memory from high school was making a color-filled fire in Dr. Mitchell Nuhn’s science class. Dr. Nuhn is the teacher who inspired her the most. She said, “He was always very creative and understanding.”

After high school, Kimmy plans to get her esthetician and cosmetology license. In the future, she sees herself in her own home helping hundreds of people achieve their hair and skin care goals. She will miss not seeing her friends every day and their different adventures. 

BY KAMBRYN MILLER, ENN Reporter

Shalee Kristin Zuccarini is a member of the 2025 graduating class. She is the daughter of Chuck Zuccarini of Ewing and Jennifer Ragar of Knox City. Shalee has worked in The Nest and played softball all four years of high school. 

Her favorite teachers are FACS teacher, Mrs. Kelli Huchteman, and Counselor Mrs. Taylar Parrish. Shalee said, “I have always enjoyed having Mrs. Hutchteman as a teacher. Her classes are fun. Mrs. P has helped me get to where I am today.” Shalee’s funniest memory from high school was when she missed the bus for the Monroe City Tournament. One thing on her bucket list is to visit Switzerland one day. 

Shalee's future plans include studying cosmetology at Gem City College in Quincy, Ill.

BY DELANA HATFIELD, ENN Reporter

Mattie Nicole Ward is a member of the 2025 graduating class. She is the daughter of Robert and Maranda Ward of Edina. Throughout high school, Mattie has been involved in many activities, including FFA, Student Council, National Honor Society, FBLA, Eagle Nation News, Quill and Scroll, Cheerleading, and FCCLA. 

After graduation, Mattie plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, where she will pursue a degree in psychology, with plans to transfer and continue her education. In five years, Mattie sees herself living in Chicago, Ill., and taking on the world. Her advice to underclassmen is, “Don't take everything so seriously. It’s okay to get your assignments done and turned in, but have fun. Do the extracurricular activities.”  If she had to describe herself in three words, Mattie would say she is "ambitious, hard-headed, and overwhelming."

One of her favorite high school memories is from the National Convention in Indianapolis. Some things on her bucket list are becoming a psychiatrist, traveling to Bora Bora, getting married, having kids, and owning a big white house where she can make homemade bread. Her biggest inspirations are her FFA Advisor, Mrs. Becca Dobrinske, School Counselor Mrs. Taylar Parrish and her mom, who she says makes her a better person every day and helps her to keep going when things are tough. “I truly look up to them,” she says.

BY MADDIE DAVIS, ENN Reporter

Hailey Mae Shoemaker is a member of the 2025 graduating class. She is the daughter of Tasha McKim of Edina. Throughout high school, Hailey was involved in choir. Her favorite teacher is the Band and Choir teacher, Miss Lisa Blake. “She was always so caring and helped me learn more about singing,” she said. Her favorite memory from high school is attending After Prom her freshman year. 

In Hailey’s life, the person she looks up to the most is the Lord. “He has guided me through tough times and taught me better morals.” Her top three bucket list adventures include traveling to Germany, skydiving and hiking in the Grand Canyon. Hailey enjoys hiking in her free time because she “enjoys nature.” When asked where she would go if she could travel anywhere, she stated, “I’d go to Yellowstone National Park because I want to see the mountains.”

Following high school, Hailey’s future plans are to attend college for criminal justice and psychology, where she hopes to work towards becoming a detective. 

BY KAYDEE MYERS, ENN Reporter

Jazmya ‘Jaz’ Destiny Schultz is a member of the 2025 graduating class. She is the daughter of Tony and the late Toni Schultz of Knox City. Her future plans are to work in the healthcare field.

Her favorite colors are pink and blue. In her free time, Jaz likes to fish, hunt and take her dog to the lake. Her favorite high school memory will be when she graduates.

She describes herself as "confident, adventurous and ambitious." Jaz's advice for freshmen is, “Don’t give up, go to school every single day because it goes by way too fast, take advantage of any new opportunities you get, and know it’s okay not to know what you want to do for the rest of your life right away.”

BY LEXI CAHALAN, ENN Reporter

Bradey Foster Reardon is a member of the 2025 graduating class. He is the son of Jessica Rudd of Edina and Billy Reardon of Quincy. His future plans are to “join the union and become a carpenter.” Bradey uses the words “caring, hardworking and supportive" to describe himself.  

Looking back at his time in high school, Bradey says his favorite memory was “having fun with friends in ag.” His bucket list includes traveling to Australia, flying an airplane, and street racing in Mexico.

BY GRAYSON MILLER, ENN Reporter

Grant William Parsons is a member of the 2025 senior class. He is the son of Terri Miller of Novelty and Brad Parsons of Edina. Grant’s favorite memory from high school was participating in Mr. Rich Green’s shop class because he always had a good time. Grant’s favorite teacher throughout high school was Mr. Green because he taught Grant how to do many things with machines.

“Hardworking, dedicated and hard-headed” are three words Grant uses to describe himself. The most influential people in Grant’s life are his dad and grandpa because they have taught him many useful lessons and information. Grant’s future plans are to work on the family farm with his dad and grandpa. One thing on Grant’s bucket list is to build a house. In 10 years, Grant sees himself farming and having his first house completed.

BY BLAKE CAMPBELL, ENN Reporter

Hannah Elisabeth Parrish, a member of the 2025 graduating class, is the daughter of Justin Parrish and Betsy Parrish of Knox City. She is involved in FFA, FBLA, Choir, and is Student Council secretary and Bus Cafe manager. Hannah’s plans after high school are to attend Culver-Stockton College to earn a degree in Early Childhood Education. 

Her favorite teacher throughout high school was Miss Lisa Blake, choir and band director. Hannah said she not only made her a better singer but also a better person. Her favorite memory during high school was working hard to grow in choir and building positive relationships with students and teachers. Hannah’s most proud moment in high school was making the all-state choir. 

Some influential people for Hannah were Miss Blake and her grandpa. Miss Blake has helped Hannah grow her voice and confidence level throughout her time in choir. Hannah’s grandpa influenced her because her one goal in life has always been to make her papa proud, which is not difficult, she said, since he used to cry anytime she had a small accomplishment. Hannah said growing and improving her voice and her life in general would be enough to make him endlessly proud. In ten years, Hannah sees herself as a wife, mother and preschool teacher.

BY MARCOS CAZARES, ENN Reporter

Terry Kevan Ogden is a member of the 2025 graduating class. He is the son of Elizabeth and the late Jason Ogden of Edina. Terry plans to attend the University of Central Missouri to get a bachelor's degree in kinesiology. He would then like to move into a physical therapy position or into pre-med to be a sports medicine physician. 

Terry has many hobbies such as weightlifting, fishing, hanging out with friends, golfing, playing video games and watching YouTube. Some items on Terry's bucket list are skydiving, retiring early and traveling the world. Three words Terry uses to describe himself are "smart, selfless, and humble." He has been involved in many activities throughout high school, such as Football, Basketball, Campus Bowl, Choir, Track, FBLA, Spanish Club, Quill & Scroll, NHS, Med Club, ENN, FCCLA and Student Council and is the Senior Class Vice-President. 

BY KAMBRYN MILLER, ENN Reporter

Keisha Dawn Morrison is a member of the 2025 graduating class. She is the daughter of Candace Hatcher and Herbert Morrison of Knox City. After high school, Keisha plans on taking care of her grandma. In five years, she sees herself as a veterinarian or caring for animals in some capacity. 

Throughout high school, Keisha’s favorite teacher was Mrs. Brandi Wreidt because “she was funny and helped me with a lot of my homework”. Keisha’s favorite memory from high school was becoming an online student. The most influential person in Keisha’s life is her grandma.

BY JAYLA BELKNAP, ENN Reporter

Kambryn Hope Miller is a 2025 graduate. She is the daughter of Earl and Sherry Miller of Edina. She is involved in Student Council, FBLA, NHS, ENN, Bus Cafe, Football and Basketball Cheerleading and Dance. After high school, Kambryn plans to attend Gem City College's cosmetology school to pursue one of her biggest passions. 

Kambryn said teacher Mrs. Dawn Llewellyn has had the biggest impact on her during high school. She taught her to be more confident in herself. She said Mrs. Llewellyn can make anyone smile, even on their worst days. 

Kambryn would tell her freshman self, “Don’t be so afraid of everything, it’s not that serious. And nobody has it all figured out, it’s everyone’s first time living too.” One thing she will miss about high school is not seeing her friends every day.

BY HAZE TRIMBLE, ENN Reporter

Landon Joe McCarty is a member of the graduating class of 2025. He is the son of John and Lisa McCarty of Hurdland. His favorite high school memory was when the football team beat North Shelby during homecoming his senior year. His favorite teachers are Coach Nathan Miller and Coach Kyle Ellison. The most influential person in his life is Coach Bruce Vannoy. One thing he wants to tell incoming freshmen is, “keep pushing towards your goals even if it is hard because in the end it’s worth it.” 

Landon is involved in football, baseball, track and student council, and he is the class treasurer. Some of the things on his bucket list are to go skiing or snowboarding. His favorite thing to do outside of school is to hang out with his friends, play video games and play cornhole. His future plans include attending Wellspring School of Allied Health to major in massage therapy. In five to 10 years, he sees himself returning to Edina as a massage therapist. 

BY NATHAN PENN, ENN Reporter

Mitchell Lee Mauck is a member of the 2025 graduating class. He is the son of Sherri Mauck and Robbie Mauck of Knox City.  Mitchell sees himself having a good job and a nice house in five to 10 years. Mitchell enjoys hunting and golfing. 

His favorite memory from high school was goofing around with Trevor in the shop. Mitchell plans to get a job in agriculture after graduation. Some things on his bucket list are to hang out with John Daly, own a pet monkey, and accomplish a grand slam with turkeys. Mitchell says three words that describe him are hard working, unpredictable, and spunky.

BY DELANA HATFIELD, ENN Reporter

Austin Timothy Klocke is a member of the senior class of 2025. He is the son of Eric and Crystal Klocke of Edina. Austin describes himself as “quiet, nice, and honest.” Throughout high school, he has actively participated in E-Sports, Flex, SWAT, and Eagle Nation News.

Austin plans to attend IT school after graduation. His advice for underclassmen is to "stay on top of things and to stay organized." One of Austin's goals is to visit Germany and to become financially stable. In five years, Austin sees himself with a college degree and making a healthy living. His favorite high school memory is participating in E-Sports, where he learned a lot of new skills and how to work as a team.

Austin’s biggest inspiration is his mom and dad. They have always supported him, even through difficult times. A unique fact about Austin is that he has diabetes, which has shaped his life and experiences.

BY MADDIE DAVIS, ENN Reporter

Kimber Leigh Hunolt is a member of the graduating class of 2025. She is the daughter of Eric and Jessie Hunolt of Edina. Throughout high school, Kimber’s favorite teacher was Mrs. Taylar Parrish; “She is my favorite because she is my idol,” Kimber explained. She was an active member of Knox County’s FFA chapter throughout her high school career. Following high school, Kimber’s future plans are to attend college. 

In Kimber’s life, she looks up to her Aunt Jordan the most. “She has always gone after what she has wanted, and gotten it,” she stated. Some goals on her bucket list include living a happy and fulfilling life, having her own successful career and leaving a legacy. In Kimber’s free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and loved ones because it brings her “pure joy.” Given the chance to travel anywhere, she would travel to Iceland. “I think that it looks beautiful and would give me so many unique experiences,” she noted. 

BY KAYDEE MYERS, ENN Reporter

Haven Kate Hubble is the daughter of Robert Hubble of Knox City and Heather Thomas of Edina. Her future plans are to study at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg to major in health safety and minor in business. 

Haven uses the words ‘hardworking, loyal and caring’ to describe herself. Her favorite high school memory was in sophomore year science when they blew up a pickle in Dr. Mitchell Nuhn’s class. Haven's favorite colors are black, pink and green. In her free time, she likes to go to Baring Lake, play with her dog Scooby and hang out with friends.

Advice Haven gives to freshmen is, “Always put effort into things that truly matter. If it’s affecting how you function as a person, it’s okay to step away from it.”

BY LEXI CAHALAN, ENN Reporter

Jace Pearl Holman, a 2025 graduate, is the son of Karie Holman of Edina and Jeremy Holman of Novelty. Jace is active in FFA and Trapshooting. His favorite class is Shop with Mr. Green. “Messing around with my friends in the shop is one of my favorite memories from high school,” he said. If he could give advice to his freshman self, he would say, “Don’t do dumb stuff.” 

His future plans are to attend Missouri Welding Institute in Nevada, Mo., to further his education in welding. Jace's bucket list includes “Owning a farm by the age of 25, buying a new truck and buying a house.” 

BY GRAYSON MILLER, ENN Reporter

Jericka Rose Holman is a member of the 2025 senior class. She is the daughter of Joseph and Krista Holman of Edina.

Jericka’s favorite memory from high school was participating in Cheerleading because she got to travel to different camps and learn new things. Throughout high school, Jericka’s favorite teacher was Mr. Bruce Vannoy, Athletic Director, "because he is a big teddy bear." Jericka’s favorite class was Choir because it gave her the opportunity to see different places and hang out with her friends. 

“Funny, caring, and sassy” are three words that Jericka uses to describe herself. The most influential person in her life is her mom because she is always there when she needs her. 

Jericka’s future plans are to go to college and become a preschool teacher. One thing on Jericka’s bucket list is to travel the world after high school. In 10 years, Jericka sees herself working as a teacher and living life to the fullest.

BY BLAKE CAMPBELL, ENN Reporter

Jaydin Hicks is a member of the Knox County Class of 2025. She is the daughter of Jeremy and LaMayra Hicks of Knox City. She is involved in FFA, Trapshooting and Med Club. 

Her favorite teacher is Mrs. Hamlin because she has always been there to support and help her. One of her favorite memories was all the shenanigans she would get into during the FFA National Conventions. The most influential people in Jaydin's life are her parents because they have helped and supported her throughout high school. 

During high school, Jaydin was most proud of making the top ten in trapshooting and qualifying for the area trapshoot. Her future plans are to attend Truman State University and transfer to A.T. Still University for medical school. In ten years, she sees herself as a doctor. 

BY MARCOS CAZARES, ENN Reporter

Delana Lea Hatfield, the daughter of Allen and Kimberly Hatfield, is a member of the 2025 senior class. Delana plans to attend MACC online after high school. She aspires to be an Occupational Therapy Assistant. In 5 years, she sees herself being the best mom she can be and working with geriatric patients to help them with their everyday skills. Her favorite thing is being a mom. 

Delana was involved in many things throughout high school, including FFA for four years, FBLA for two years, cheerleading for two years and Eagle Nation News for two years. One item on her bucket list is to go to Hawaii with her family. Three words she uses to describe herself are "kind, smart, and outgoing." Her favorite memory was being super pregnant and planting many plants in the greenhouse.

BY KAMBRYN MILLER, ENN Reporter

Krayden Hamlin is a member of the 2025 graduating class. He is the son of Laine and Josh Lay of Knox City and Jeff and Scherry Hamlin of Edina. He is involved in FFA. Krayden plans on joining the workforce after graduation. His favorite teacher is Mr. Rich Green. He has enjoyed taking Mr. Green’s classes throughout high school. Some of Krayden’s favorite memories from school have been goofing off with his friends. After graduating, Krayden is going to miss seeing his friends every day the most. If Krayden had to describe himself in three words, they would be “good-lookin, traveler, and determined." One thing on his bucket list is to travel the world.

BY HAZE TRIMBLE, ENN Reporter

Abby Lanae Hall is a member of the 2025 graduating class. She is the granddaughter of Pam Boggs and daughter of Amanda Justice of Edina. Her favorite memory was when the high school had a field day. Her favorite teacher throughout high school was Mrs. Brandi Wriedt, the business teacher. Her advice to freshmen is to stay in school. In five to 10 years, she wants to be a cosmetologist. One of the things on her bucket list is to travel.

BY NATHAN PENN, ENN Reporter

Liberty Gordon is a member of the 2025 graduating class. She is the daughter of Savannah Barger of Edina and Ryan Gordon of Jacksonville. In high school, Liberty was involved in track, softball, student leadership, and National Honors Society. She sees herself working for a veterinary clinic or opening up her own veterinary clinic in the next 5-10 years. 

Her favorite hobbies are fishing, hunting, and hiking. Liberty's favorite memory from high school is when she beat her own personal best record in track that she had previously set the day before. Some things on her bucket list include traveling to Colorado, visiting Greece, and going skydiving. Liberty says three words that describe herself are "independent, authentic, and empathetic." After graduation, Liberty plans to go to college to get her bachelor's degree.

BY DELANA HATFIELD, ENN Reporter

Trevor Austin Goodwin is a member of the 2025 senior class. He is the son of Lori and Todd Goodwin of Knox City, Mo. He describes himself as "hardworking, funny and outgoing." Throughout high school, Trevor was involved in FFA and Trap Shooting.

After graduation, Trevor plans to work in the oil fields in North Dakota. Teacher Mr. Rich Green has been Trevor’s biggest inspiration throughout high school because he teaches him new things and new ways to do them, making him a good mentor. One thing on Trevor’s bucket list is to kill an animal in every state. A fun fact about Trevor that no one knows is that he has hunted in South Dakota. 

In five years, Trevor sees himself living in his new house with a brand-new truck and a lot of money in the bank. Trevor’s advice to underclassmen is,  “If you do it last minute, it will only take a minute.” Trevor's favorite high school memory is goofing off with his friends.

BY MADDIE DAVIS, ENN Reporter

Garrett Alan Glass is a member of the graduating class of 2025. He is the son of Kevin and Courtney Glass of Newark. Garrett is an active student in FBLA and NHS at Knox County. His favorite memory from high school was when he was crowned Courtwarming King. One goal that Garrett holds for his future is to “have the funds to carry out his ideas.” If he were to have any superpower, Garrett would have the ability to travel through time. “I've always been fascinated by the past and would love to experience life during that era.”

In Garrett’s life, the person he looks up to the most is his grandfather. He said, “I’ve always looked up to him the most because he doesn’t hold back on anything.” If Garrett could give any piece of advice to high schoolers, it would be “to have fun and make the most of it.” If he was given the opportunity to travel anywhere, it would be the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, California. “I would visit the Winchester House because of its mysterious history and my love for Victorian architecture.”

Garrett’s future plans are to attend the State Technical College of Missouri for automation and robotics.

BY KAYDEE MYERS, ENN Reporter

Zander Cole Garrett is the son of Christy Anthony of Hurdland. His plans after high school are to go into the workforce.

‘Chilled, laid-back and kinda boring’ are words Zander uses to describe himself. His favorite high school memories are when Mr. Tom England and Señor Luis Mendez were his teachers because “they were the best.” Besides black, pink and purple are his favorite colors. In Zander's free time, he likes playing video games, Fortnight being his favorite.

BY GRAYSON MILLER, ENN Reporter

Zaeylyn Ann Carper is a member of the 2025 senior class. She is the daughter of Jessica Schieferdecker of Edina and Daniel Carper of LaBelle.

Zaeylyn’s favorite memory from high school will be when she graduates because it will be the beginning of her journey to become a nurse and work in a hospital. Throughout high school, Zaeylyn’s favorite teacher was Mrs. Taylar Parrish, High School Counselor, because she helped her enjoy her high school days and guided her when she felt lost. Zaeylyn’s favorite classes were Health, Child Development, and Foods. She shared that Health and Child Development helped her learn more about the human body, and Foods allowed her to make food and eat it, which she enjoys.

“Caring, hilarious, and smart” are three words Zaeylyn uses to describe herself. The most influential person in Zaeylyn’s life is her grandmother because she is the most outgoing, selfless, independent and kindhearted woman she knows. “My grandma also started from the bottom and made her way to the top and never once looked down on someone and always treated everyone equally,” she said. 

Zaeylyn’s future plans are to attend Blessing Remien College of Nursing and Health Sciences to get a degree in registered nursing. After that, she plans to work at Blessing as a Postpartum Nurse. One thing on her bucket list is to meet the cast of Grey’s Anatomy. In 10 years, Zaeylyn sees herself living on a farm with a husband and kids.

BY BLAKE CAMPBELL, ENN Reporter

William "Billy" Joseph Burgess is a senior of the Knox County Class of 2025. He is the son of Becky Skaggs of Edina and Bill Burgess of Fulton. He is involved in Football, Med Club and Choir. Billy currently works as a custodian at Knox County R-1 through the FLEX Program. 

Billy’s favorite teacher was Mr. Jeff Ackman. He said Mr. Ackman was like a father figure to him. He also said Mr. Corey Huchtemen was an inspiration and role model for him throughout his time at Knox County. His favorite class in high school was choir because he likes music and singing. His favorite memory is when he was crowned the 2024 Homecoming King.

His future plans are to attend college at Indian Hills Community College to become a physical therapy assistant. 

BY MARCOS CAZARES, ENN Reporter

Wyatt Michael Browning is the son of Michael and Rachel Browning. He is a member of the 2025 senior class. Wyatt was a semester graduate and received his diploma in December 2024. 

Wyatt plans to keep working and buy himself a house. Wyatt works at M&L Works, a metal fabrication company. He enjoys working on his trucks and machinery and doing any form of shop work as his hobbies.  Wyatt said his favorite part about his senior year would be finally graduating.