Bighorn news: Honor Society and Senior Spotlight

Senior Gabriel Schumann started at Oasis Academy as a freshman online during COVID. It was a new school with new people, and he quickly learned what makes Oasis different.

“Once I was able to attend in person, I felt noticed and cared about by the teachers and staff and the overall environment was way better than my previous school,” Schumann said. 

Two people helped create that environment for Schumann. 

“I would like to thank Elizabeth Polish and Jackie Bogdanowicz. Both teachers and staff members were there from the beginning and assisted me if I needed any help. I'll miss hanging out with Mrs. Polish when I'm bored and I'll miss all the fun adventures I've had with Ms. B during The FFA state conventions. Thank you,” he said.

Prom his freshman year also set the tone for what he would experience at Oasis, which makes it his favorite memory from school.

“I would have to say that my overall favorite memory from Oasis is from Prom during freshman year. After being at home for such a long period it was amazing to finally get out of our houses and go to the dance,” he said. “We all got to interact with one another which was amazing, and the dance was very exciting.” 

Schumann has enjoyed his classes through the dual enrollment Jump Start Program.

“My favorite class that I took so far would have to be ceramics with Mrs. Jeanne Evatt. It was definitely a new art style for me, but I really enjoyed being able to work hands on with the clay,” he said. 

A talented musician, Schumann has participated in local productions. This year he played cello in the Fiddler on the Roof production as part of the pit orchestra.

“This production and the music were very exciting, I was really sad to see the show come and go but just being able to be part of the experience was fantastic,” he said. 

Schumann will graduate in May with his high school diploma and continue at Western Nevada College to complete his associate of science degree. He then plans to transfer to the University of Nevada, Reno.

“My biggest tip of advice for future students is that you need to stay motivated and on top of all your assignments, It is very surprising how easily your grade can slip if you don't stay ahead of the game,” Schumann closed.

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT: AUBREY VAUGHN

Graduating Oasis Academy senior Aubrey Vaughn has valuable advice for incoming students.

“My advice to future students is that nothing is perfect, and that you don’t have to be perfect to succeed,” Vaughn said.

Vaughn has been attending Oasis since fifth grade and says it has been a memorable experience. She is very appreciative of three teachers.

“I really appreciate my two years in FFA and everything I learned from Jackie Bogdanowicz. The other people I am very grateful to are Andy Lennon and Eric Grimes. They have supported me through my high school career,” she said. 

Her favorite classes were political science and ancient history because of projects.

Vaughn will graduate in May with her high school diploma and Associate of Business degree from Western Nevada College. She then plans to attend the University of Nevada, Reno.

HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTS NEW MEMBERS

National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society inducted their newest members on April 30 at the Fallon Convention Center. 

Inductees were reminded of the four pillars of Honor Society, scholarship, leadership, and character.

“Congratulations to all of the inductees. We are proud of you for this accomplishment and look forward to seeing you flourish even more in the coming years,” said Rochelle Tisdale, interim chief executive officer.

National Junior Honor Society Inductees: Addison Allegre, Penelopi Doyen, Jackson Frey, Wyatt Herold, Kenton Horn, Janie Irving, Savannah Lewis, Zayden Maynez, Christopher Miller, Allie Nuttall, Audrey O’Bryant, Addielyn Peel, Angela Pratt, Daniella Ramirez-Vilchez, Gianna Salisbury, Sawyer Schank, Nickolas Sorensen, Mayu Steinbaugh, Vincenzo Torres, May Maya Ugalde, Cole Wood, Leyton Anderson Jesselle Joy Bayoneta Trace McKnight Abigail Owings Willow Saunders and Blake Bettis.

National Honor Society Inductees: Alyssa Ayers, Trevor Barrenchea, Matthew Bird, Laynee Diaz, Taylor Hyde, Allura Knight-Zumwalt, Grace Laca, Ryder McNabb and Christina Robinson.

Oasis Academy Honor Society advisers are Racquel Feest and Julie Stockard.