Senior Showcase Gallery One
Carly Fisher made lifelong friendships on the dance team throughout her four years at Normal Community. Carly and her teammates made multiple appearances at Nationals and State, bringing home a plethora of state titles. She will be studying Business at Heartland Community College and plans to transfer to a four year university to study Fashion Merchandising. Congratulations, Carly!
Involved in the theatre program, Rachel Barelka’s favorite memories from her time at Normal Community consist of the speeches Theatre Adviser, Ms. Kevin Vernon, delivered before every show. On the Lady Iron Soccer team, she spent countless hours on the field representing NCHS. Rachel will miss the bonds she made with teachers and faculty, as well as playing soccer with her best friends. Next year, she will be attending the University of Alabama at Birmingham, majoring in Nursing. Congratulations, Rachel!
Abby Rippeon’s favorite memories during her time at NCHS were any class with Ms. Baker. She played her viola in the NCHS orchestra and also competed on the NCHS bowling team. Next fall, Abby will attend Purdue University, where she will be studying Economics on a Pre-Law track. Congratulations, Abby!
Emily Dusin’s favorite memory from her time at NCHS involves competing at the IHSA Golf State Tournament senior year, capping off her involvement in the Lady Iron Golf program. Emily has been part of the Scholastic Bowl team, Key Club, and the NCHS Orchestras. Next year, Emily will be studying Chemical Engineering with an emphasis in Environmental Science at the University of Mississippi. Congratulations, Emily!
Sara Patton’s favorite memories from her four years consists of the time spent in Ms. Lauren Chessare’s freshman English class. She will never forget cheering on the Ironmen at football games, homecoming week, and the chocolate cookies from the cafeteria. Sara was a proud member of Student Council, National Honor Society, and the Lady Iron Softball program. Next year, she will be attending the University of Louisville to study Dental Hygiene. Congratulations, Sara!
During her time at Normal Community, Nicole Holley was a part of the varsity Cheer team, and cheering on the sidelines at football and basketball games are some of her favorite memories. Nicole will also look back fondly on Friday night lights, seeing her friends every day, and Ms. Lauren Chessare’s freshman English class. Nicole will be attending Heartland Community College, studying in the Radiology program. Congratulations, Nicole!
Megan Schill’s favorite memory at NCHS was going to dances and sporting events with the great friends she made during her four years. At Normal Community, she was a part of the Principal’s Advisory Committee, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Student Council. Megan will fondly remember seeing her friends and favorite teachers everyday at NCHS. This fall, she will be attending Indiana Wesleyan University, majoring in Accounting and Marketing. Congratulations, Megan!
Jenna White’s favorite memory from her time at Normal Community is going to football games. During her time as an Ironmen, Jenna was involved with the Lady Iron Basketball and softball programs, as well the Iron Studs. She cherished her time with friends and on the field, but is excited to become a Wildcat. Attending the University of Kentucky next fall, she is majoring in Human Health Science on a Pre-Med Track. Congratulations, Jenna!
Regan White’s favorite memory from her time at NCHS was making memories traveling to and competing in Arizona with the Lady Iron Basketball team during her junior year. Regan was a guard for the Lady Iron Basketball team during her time at NCHS. Next year, Regan will be attending Grand Canyon University to major in Athletic Training. Congratulations, Regan!
Dylan Tracy’s favorite memory from his time at Normal Community was going to Alabama over spring break with the baseball team. Dylan was a multi-sport athlete, as a part of the Ironmen Football and Ironmen Baseball programs. Off the field, he was involved with National Honor Society and iClub. He will look back fondly on seeing lifelong friends everyday and playing football on Friday nights and baseball in the spring. This fall, Dylan will be attending the University of Iowa to major in Business. Congratulations, Dylan!
Jakob Powell will look back on his time at Normal Community and fondly remember Ms. Latishia Baker yelling at students through the hallways. Jakob will also remember the connections made with students and staff during his time at NCHS. Next year, Jakob will be attending St. Edward’s University to major in Medical Laboratory Sciences. Congratulations, Jakob!
Regan Smith’s favorite NCHS’ memory has been being in the Madrigal productions and putting on musical productions. During her time at Normal Community, Regan has also been involved with FCA, Choir, National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, and Key of She. This fall, she will be heading to Chicago and the Moody Bible Institute, majoring in Children’s Ministry. Congratulations, Regan!
Brock Griffin will cherish the memories spent on the NCHS Football Field with his Ironmen Football teammates over his four years at NCHS. Off the field, he will look back on lifelong friendships started at Normal Community. Brock will be continuing his passion for the gridiron as a Division I athlete, playing football as a student athlete at Eastern Illinois University. Congratulations, Brock!
Anna Froelich enjoyed going on trips with the Normal Marching Band, and will look back fondly on Friday Night Lights. During her time at NCHS, she was a part of FCA, Tech Club, Pickleball Club, Marching Band, National Honor Society, FCCLA, Grove Mentoring, the Musical, and the Principal’s Advisory Committee. This fall, Anna will be attending Illinois State University, majoring in Technology and Engineering Education. Congratulations, Anna!
Emily Franklin will look back fondly on spending time with friends made at Normal Community, as well as seeing favorite teachers regularly. In addition to fun events like football games and dances, she was also involved with Strategy Club, Boxing Club, and German Club. Emily will be attending Illinois State University in the fall, majoring in Business Management and minoring in Psychology. Congratulations, Emily!
