SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- NATE SCHOTT! This young man gives the term "work ethic" a whole new meaning! He is one of the hardest workers you will ever meet and will jump into nearly any task you set before him. On the recent senior mission trip, it became a well-known fact that Nate's "weakness" was not knowing when to take a break! Nate is a kind-hearted guy who has a big servant's heart and shows compassion to others. He is also a gifted artist and enjoys creative projects. Nate has been a student at both ECS and Abounding Hope Christian school all four years of high school and is officially graduating from AHCS. He is excited to venture out into a new job after graduation. Nate, we cannot wait to see what God has planned for you! Congratulations!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- BLAKE ROBERTSON! Blake has done a little bit of everything at ECS...choir, musicals, worship team, scholar's bowl, journalism, soccer, basketball, and track! This multi-talented guy has put in the hard work and has climbed to the top tier of shot put and discus throwers in the state, and he is looking forward to a strong finish for his senior season! Blake is always willing to jump in and serve to help others out, and he will often bring the comedy to nearly any situation. This year he has served as a Discipleship Group Leader and he is our May Fete King. In the fall, Blake will head to Sterling College to major in Biblical Studies and be a member of the Track and Field team. Congratulations, Blake! Go be a world changer!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- MAKENNA CASS! Kenna doesn't know a stranger, and she goes out of her way to help others! She has a wide variety of gifts and talents and loves to try new things. Kenna has played several sports, but she found her love for track early on and has had many successful meets over the years. She qualified for State track as a junior and is on course to earn her way back again as a senior. In addition to track, Kenna can be found on the stage in a musical, in the art room using her creative talents, or spending time outdoors fishing or hanging out with her family! She also enjoys serving on the worship team and leading her discipleship group. Kenna plans to work next year and would like to take cooking classes. Congratulations, Kenna, we can't wait to see how the Lord guides and directs you!
The high school track team will compete in Moundridge on Tuesday afternoon. Go Eagles!
Tuesday is a baseball & softball game day! Both teams travel to Hutchinson to play Hutch Trinity at 4:30. Go Eagles!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- JOE HARVEY! Double the graduations equals double the congratulations! Joe has spent the past two years driving to the Hutchinson Career & Technical Education Academy every afternoon, and he will be graduating from Hutchinson Community College with certification in Welding Technology in addition to graduating from ECS. Joe is a fun-loving guy who is quick with a smile and can keep his friends laughing with his sense of humor, even if it means singing karaoke! Joe is ready to use his welding training and venture out into a full-time job after graduation. Congratulations, Joe, we wish you the very best in all you set out to do!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- JAMES SCHOTT! Your first thought of James might be from the soccer field or the basketball court, as he has spent a tremendous number of hours playing both sports! However, James also stepped onto the stage a few times in his high school career, and as a senior he carried the lead role in High School Musical! James enjoys watching movies, playing sports, and hanging out with his dog, Scratch. He is also putting his talent for video games to use as he heads to college. James is diligent and hard-working and earned not only an academic scholarship but also an Esports scholarship to compete on the JBU Esports team. James will be attending John Brown University in the fall and will major in Youth Ministry. Congratulations, James! We wish you the very best!
It's a softball and baseball game day! The first games begin at 4:30. Senior night recognition will be held after the first game. Let's go, Eagles!
The high school track meet will be held this afternoon in Hillsboro beginning at 2:30 p.m. Go Eagles!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- HANNAH BOWER! Hannah is known as a kind and caring encourager who has a love for people! Hannah balances her work as a CNA with her many school activities, as she has been a four-year basketball and track athlete and a discipleship group leader. Countless hours have also been poured into being on the journalism staff, where she currently serves as the assistant editor of the yearbook. Hannah enlisted in the Air National Guard in September and has been attending monthly drills throughout her senior year. She will be heading to basic training this summer and will also complete technical training to become an aerospace medical technician. Hannah then plans to attend college to pursue a nursing degree. Congratulations, Hannah! We wish you the very best as you follow God's leading for the next steps of your journey!
Dominick Lundberg took first place in the Senior Scholarship Art Portfolio Competition part of the McPherson County Student Art Competition. To qualify for the scholarship, the winner must enter at least 8 pieces of art and have a minimum of 4 different media represented in their work. They also must be pursuing a Visual Fine Arts degree the following fall of 2024 in college. The first place scholarship awarded is for $1000. Congratulations, Dom!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- JOHNNY UNRUH! If you attend athletic events at ECS, you will most likely recognize Johnny! He has tons of natural talent that can be seen on the soccer field and the basketball court. His hard work and athletic ability have earned him several league and state basketball honors his junior and senior years. Johnny is a kind soul with a servant's heart and is always willing to help others. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends, playing and watching sports, and clocking many hours in the weight room! Johnny's future plans include attending Hutchinson Community College to begin working on a degree in business. Congratulations, Johnny! We have no doubt that you will do great things!
Fairfield Track Meet Results! Nice job, Eagles!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- CONNOR STUCKY! This young man would be content to spend his time outside all day, every day! Connor enjoys mechanics, hiking, riding horses, and tubing, but his absolute favorite is a long motorcycle ride. When he's not out seeking adventure, Connor can be found in the middle of a creative art project or playing guitar. Connor has double graduations coming up in May, as he will be completing the two-year auto mechanics program at the Hutchinson Career & Technical Education Academy and will graduate from Hutchinson Community College with certification in Automotive Technology. He hopes to put his knowledge to the test with a future career in motorcycle mechanics. Congratulations, Connor!
The high school track meet will take place in Peabody on Tuesday afternoon. Field events are at 3:30 followed by running events at 4:30. Let's go, Eagles!
The baseball team will travel to Hillsboro on Tuesday for a double header beginning at 4:30. There is no softball game. Go Eagles!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- GRAYSON JONES! Grayson is a young man of few words, but if you know him well, you know he is a talented welder, loves spending hours riding his motorcycle, and is an avid video game guy! He is also the proud owner of his pet hedgehog, Sunshine! Grayson enjoys helping others and has been a part of the ECS team that travels to Life Change Camp each May to work to get the camp ready for summer programs. Grayson completed one year at the Hutchinson Career and Technical Education Academy in Welding Technology and will begin his career in welding two days after he graduates from high school! Congratulations, Grayson!
The baseball and softball teams will play in Moundridge on Friday afternoon. Both teams play double headers with the first game beginning at 3:00. Go Eagles!
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT -- JULIA ALLEN! Julia is no stranger to hard work as she has been a successful three-sport athlete, has participated in four ECS musicals, and was recently named the class valedictorian! In her spare time, Julia loves spending time with her family, reading a good book, and no surprise, playing sports! She is a National Honor Society member, a Kansas State Scholar and Governor's Scholar, the 2024 Homecoming Queen, and she will be featured this summer on KWCH's Top of the Class. Julia plans to attend Washburn University in the fall and will major in Forensic Chemistry. Congratulations, Julia, we can't wait to see how the Lord uses you in your future endeavors!
The junior high track team travels to Peabody Thursday afternoon for their meet. Field events begin at 3:00, and running events at 4:30. Go Eagles!
