If there was any question about the legacy Iola High School’s Class of 2026 will leave behind, it was answered with authority Wednesday.
The outgoing seniors were recognized for their performances in and out of the classroom, and on the athletic fields.
An unofficial tally from the Senior Awards Assembly notes the students are on track to earn well in excess of $250,000 in scholarships to further their respective educations.
“It’s a neat experience to witness, to see the things that will help these kids in the future,” Iola High School Principal Scott Carson said.
A list of honorees follows:
McFadden Scholarship ($2,500 per semester for two years, total of $10,000): Madelyn Ashworth and MaHailie Genoble
Chapter L, PEO Award: Briley Prather
Edward Zahn FFA Scholarship: Brennen Coffield and Carly Kramer
LaHarpe Alumni Scholarship: Marlee Westhoff
Iola NEA Scholarship: Madelyn Ashworth
Kansas Scholars Curriculum Completers: Parker Andres, Madelyn Ashworth, Tessa Brutchin, Brennen Coffield, Chloe Hoag, Madison Karns, Carly Kramer, Bethany Miller, Bella Rahming and Ari Ramirez
Kansas State Scholars: Bella Rahming, Brennen Coffield and Bethany Miller.
Roberta Shirley Memorial Health Scholarship ($2,000): Harley Monroe
Barbara and Herschel Perry Charitable Trust: Madelyn Ashworth, Briley Prather and Easton Weseloh
Elsmore Alumni Scholarship ($750): Marlee Westhoff
Elsmore Ruritan Scholarship ($250): Marlee Westhoff
Purdue Association and Producer Scholarship ($5,000): Ari Ramirez
