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Full name: Cade Schmidt
Nickname: Cade
Parents: Dylan and Tiffany Schmidt
Activities at MVAOCOU: Football, Baseball
What will you miss most about being a Ram: My friends and sports
A favorite memory from high school: Junior year of baseball
Accomplishment you are most proud of: All-district in Baseball
Fun fact about you: I like the Packers.
Plans after graduation: I'm going to play college baseball and study agriculture.
Hobbies: Hunting and fishing
Favorite snack: Pickles
What kind of vehicle do you drive? 2013 Ford F-150
What advice would you give to younger students? Nothing is too serious to not have fun.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I would go to Pittsburgh and watch Aaron Rodgers one more time.
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? NFL player for the Packers
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Full name: Aayla Blake
Parents: Teresa and Bobby Blake
Activities at MVAOCOU: I did not participate in school activities, but I still enjoyed being part of the Ram community and appreciated the friendships, lessons, and moments that shaped my high school years.
What will you miss most about being a Ram: As I get ready to graduate, I know I'll miss so much about being a Ram. I'll miss the school spirit, the familiar faces in the hallways, and cheering alongside my classmates at games and events. Most of all, I'll miss the memories I've made with my friends, teachers, and everyone that helped make high school special. Being a Ram has taught me the importance of hard work and dedication. Although I'm excited for what comes next, I'll always be proud to say I was a Ram.
A favorite memory from high school: My favorite memory from high school has always been Homecoming Week because of the school spirit, fun dress-up days, and the excitement of celebrating with my classmates. It was always a special time to make memories, show our school pride, and enjoy time with friends.
Accomplishment you are most proud of: One of the accomplishments I'm most proud of throughout high school is maintaining a good GPA. Staying dedicated to my classes, managing my responsibilities, and constantly putting in effort has helped me grow both academically and personally.
Fun fact about me: A fun fact about me is that I've been 5'2 for almost two years and haven't grown since.
Plans after graduation: After high school, I plan to attend the University of South Dakota to pursue a career in nursing. My goal is to become a NICU nurse and care for newborns while supporting families during important and challenging moments.
Hobbies: In my free time, I enjoy shopping, reading, and spending time with my friends and family.
Favorite snack: My favorite snack is Pirate's Booty.
What kind of vehicle do you drive? I currently drive a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
What advice would you give to younger students? My advice to younger students is to work hard, stay organized, and make the most of every moment in high school. Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it, and always stay true to yourself. Enjoy the experience, make memories, and remember that the years go by faster than you expect.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? If I could travel anywhere, I would love to visit Bora Bora. I would love to experience its beautiful beaches, clear blue water, and tropical surroundings.
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? When I was little, I always wanted to be an OBGYN. As I've grown older, my passion for helping mothers and babies continues to grow, inspiring me to pursue a career in nursing and become a NICU nurse.
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Full name: Chloe Hamman
Nickname: Chole
Parents: Amy and Corey Hamman
Activities at MVAOCOU: Volleyball, Student Council, BPA, National Honor Society, Golf, Track and Field, Exec Student Council, Choir, Ram Singers, Tune Squad, FCCLA, Class officer, and Gold Club.
What will you miss most about being a Ram: I will definitely miss the week of Homecoming and the Friday night football games with my friends.
A favorite memory from high school: My favorite memory from high school would be getting crowned Homecoming Queen my senior year.
Accomplishment you are most proud of: I am most proud of my grades and getting accepted into the University of South Dakota to continue my education.
Three words that describe yourself: Kind, Tenderhearted, and Organized
Plans after graduation: After graduation I plan to attend the dental hygiene program at the University of South Dakota.
Hobbies: Playing volleyball, tubing, boating, and spending time with the people I love.
Favorite food: Tacos
What kind of vehicle do you drive? I drive a 2013 Ford Edge.
What advice would you give to younger students? I would tell younger students to make lots of friends and stay close to them because you never know when you will need them. I would also tell them that time goes by way too fast and to make sure and enjoy every minute of it.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I would go to Bora Bora.
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? When I was little I wanted to be a nail lady and a banker.
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Full name: Aiden Golden
Nickname: Goldie
Parents: Brandon and Casey Golden
Activities at MVAOCOU: Quiz Bowl, Choir, Ram Singers, BPA
What will you miss most about being a Ram: I will miss seeing my favorite teachers and my friends.
A favorite memory from high school: My favorite memory from high school was making Mrs. Babl's day, every day, in Spanish III junior year.
Accomplishment you are most proud of: My accomplishment is making it through school.
Fun Fact about me: I have a fat cat named Simon.
Plans after graduation: I plan on working and not going to college because I do not want student debt the rest of my life.
Hobbies: I like to play video games and spend time with friends.
Favorite snack: Reese's
What kind of vehicle do you drive? I drive a white 2002 Chevy Blazer.
What advice would you give to younger students? Do not let people stop you from being who you are.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I would travel with Mrs. Hallowell and go to a McDonald's in every country.
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? I wanted to be like my dad, AKA the manager at the grocery store. Sorry, Dad, but I do not think I want to do that anymore…
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Full name: Micah Timo Friedrichs
Nickname: Mike
Parents: Brent & Eugenie Friedrichs
Activities at MVAOCOU: FFA, Cross Country, Baseball, Basketball, TAG
What will you miss most about being a Ram: Socializing with everyone
A favorite memory from high school: Laughing in class
Accomplishment you are most proud of: Getting my job internship
Fun Fact: I was born in Jos, Nigeria.
Plans after graduation: I want to get an advanced diesel education and work as a diesel technician.
Hobbies: Fishing, lifting weights, buying and selling things on Facebook, working on my vehicles, spending time with friends
Favorite Snack: Toblerone
What kind of vehicle do you drive? Mercedes-Benz E500 W211
What advice would you give to younger students? You can't be a bum and expect it to work out in your favor; work towards what you want.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? I'd like to go to Brazil and fish, then maybe Greece.
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? Growing up I wanted to be a civil engineer.
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Full name: Cadance Henderson
Parents: Dave and Heidi Henderson
Activities at MVAOCOU: Art Mob
What will you miss most about being a Ram: I will miss my friends and my favorite teachers. I will also miss walking in the hallways.
A favorite memory from high school: My favorite memory is freshman year homecoming week. This is my favorite memory because I had never really done anything like that before.
Accomplishment you are most proud of: I'm most proud of actually being able to talk to people and not be afraid or nervous.
Fun fact about you: I work all the time.
Plans after graduation: After I graduate, I plan to save money during the summer, and then I will apply to my online college.
Hobbies: Reading and watching TV
Favorite Snack: Chips
What kind of vehicle do you drive? 2005 Chevy Impala
What advice would you give to younger students? Always ask the older students for help.
If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Japan
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up? I wanted to be a veterinarian, but I have no desire to do that now. I want to do what I'm currently doing, just at a higher level.