The Mayfield Jr/Sr High School held its first quarter Character Assembly on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Quarterly assemblies are held to celebrate students who have consistently displayed positive character traits such as accountability, enthusiasm, excellence in work, productivity, good behavior, and work ethic. The students who were honored have led by example and are role models for their peers.
The assembly featured special guest speaker Curt Schreiner. Schreiner is a retired Army National Guard and three time winter Olympic biathlete. He discussed his journey throughout the 1988, 1992 and 1994 Olympics, and the hard work and determination it takes to participate in that level of competition. While his time as an Olympic biathlete was met with both successes and failures, he remained dedicated to his sport and continued to pursue his dreams.
After the Olympics, Schreiner joined the Army National Guard and participated in their sports program, an opportunity that allowed him to continue his athletic career while serving his country. In his discussion to students, Schreiner touched upon his setbacks, the importance of seizing opportunities when they are presented, and his desire to persevere.
Schreiner’s most recent hurdle has been being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. While his current health condition keeps him from being active in the sport he loves, he’s grateful he took advantage of the time he had.
“I’m so glad I was able to accomplish the things I did while I was able to,” said Schreiner. “I have no regrets, I wouldn’t do anything differently.”
The Character Assembly also recognized students for their good attendance and commitment to dependability.
First Quarter Character Awards:
Wyatt Gliewe, Jordan Jacques, Quinn Koenig, Jacob Yost, Joseph Insonia, Kyndall Bonfey, Kassidy Oare, Harper Koenig, Izzy Smarup, Mason Rickard, Kelsey Clear, Lily Montysko, Leiah Hicks, Kaydence Miles, Katryna Valachovic, Levi Olmstead, Chloe LaJuene, Dana Mosconi
ELA – For Accountability
Kierra Frascatore, Olivia Potter, Baylee Playford, Kassidy Oare, Paige Battisti, Vegas Natario, Michael Potter, Skyler Surnear, MJ VanNostrand, Gavin Rowback
Math – For Enthusiasm
Lauren Kucel, Wyatt Gliewe, Madison Bowers, Garrett Sieg, Elisha Roberts, Paige Battisti, Laci Moore, Jake Frye, Melora Miller
Social Studies – For Productivity
Kaitlyn Vavruick, Mason VanNostrand, Braydon VanHorn, Joey Cameron, Madison Hubiak, Lily Montysko, Landon Clark, Madison Case
Science – Perseverance and Effort
Trenton Clizbe, Sophie Abrams, Ashton Waters, Gabriella Gliewe, MJ VanNostrand, Lilith Morehouse-VanSlyke
Physical Education – For Accountability
Tyavana Madden, Amarabelle R. Ford, Alexandra Betz, Kyleigh Warner, Alaura D. Dolder, Gabriella M. Gliewe, Ian Curley, John Lander
Art – For Productivity
Garret Ferjanec, Mya Hurshman, Lillian Wheeler, Davina Etkin, Lucille Kline
Spanish – For Accountability
Tucker Yager, Joseph Insonia, Isabella Smarup, ,Dillon Fassett, Khloie Bellen, Collin Edwards, Liam Belknap, Allysandra DeMarco, Alexis St. John, Kayden Martin
Agriculture – For Work Ethic
Baylee Taub, Madisyn Hubiak, Kelsey Clear, Nate Allen, Cubby Roth, Pat Allen
Business
Lydia Bornt, Isabella Mraz-Dutcher
Band
Olivia Potter, Hunter Blais
Chorus