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MADISON TOWNSHIP — The Madison High School Class of 2025 will graduate during official ceremonies on Sunday, June 1.
Listed below are the class valedictorians and salutatorian.
Aleigha Bebout
Aleigha Bebout: Valedictorian
Parents: Brook and Jeremiah Bebout
Activities or Notable Achievements: Completed 46 college credits with A’s. Accepted OSU Columbus with direct admission into the College of Nursing. Participated in 2 years of women’s chorus and chorale, receiving 1’s at District and State for 3 consecutive years.
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college and field of study): After high school, I plan to head down to OSU, majoring in nursing and minoring in Spanish. Later, I plan to become a neonatal nurse.
Emily Bogner
Emily Bogner: Valedictorian
Parents: Amber and Shaun Bogner
Activities or Notable Achievements: Member of National Honor Society, Spanish Club, symphonic band, jazz band, section leader of marching band, pep band, Mansfield Symphony Youth Orchestra, Academic Challenge.
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college and field of study): University of Akron for nursing with a minor in Spanish.
Dryden Durbridge
Dryden Durbridge: Valedictorian
Parents: Stuart and Jill Durbridge
Activities or Notable Achievements: Member of the cross country, swim, and tennis teams. Former captain of the cross country team. Vice President of National Honor Society. Four year letter winner in cross country and swimming. Two year letterwinner in tennis. Member of BPA. Recipient of academic letter.
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college and field of study): Going to The Ohio State University, Mansfield campus, for film studies.
Ryleigh Foley
Ryleigh Foley: Valedictorian
Parents: Hannah and Doug Foley
Activities or Notable Achievements: Member of band, flute section leader, cheer, senior cheer captain, track team. I received varsity letters, academic letters, and on honor roll.
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college and field of study): Plans to attend North Central State College for nursing.
Elijah Fox
Elijah Fox: Valedictorian
Parents: Jeff Fox and Christi Fox
Activities or Notable Achievements: Three year varsity letterman in baseball. I was expert of the carpentry program and work for Next Level Remodeling.
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college and field of study): I plan to continue working as a carpenter.
Hannah Markley
Hannah Markley: Valedictorian
Parents: Dawn Myers and Kendale McFarland
Activities or Notable Achievements: I was a varsity letterwinner for swim for all 4 years. During those 4 years, I went to districts twice. I was a 3-year letterwinner for marching band. I also have been in symphonic band, jazz band, and concert band. I have been part of National Honor Society, student council and OCC Leadership.
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college and field of study): I plan to go to Kent State University to major in computer science.
Gage Masters
Gage Masters: Valedictorian
Parents: Kristen Masters and Bret Binns
Activities or Notable Achievements: Member of National Honor Society, OCC Leadership, Northwest Regional President of Skills USA, captain of football team, 3 year varsity letter winner in football, 1st Team All Conference, 2nd Team All District, Noon Optimist Club Quality Student award winner.
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college or field of study): Enrolling at University of Cincinnati and majoring in civil engineering.
Samantha Myers
Samantha Myers: Valedictorian
Parents: Maryann Myers and Jason Myers
Activities or Notable Achievements: Member of symphonic band in 9th-12th grades, jazz band in 10th and 11th grades, marching band in grades 9-12, pep band in grades 9-11, Ashland University Community Concert Band in grades 11-12, Spanish Club in grades 10-12, Spanish Club President in grades 11 and 12, Writers Club in 9th grade, National Honor Society in 12th grade, JV Academic Challenge Team in 9th grade, Varsity Academic Challenge Team in grades 10-12, sound design for musicals and choir performances in grades 11 and 12, Women’s Chorus in 12th grade, Upward Bound in grades 11 and 12, and Drama Club in 11th grade. Honor Roll recipient in grades 9-12, 1st place at MOESC Academic Challenge Competition in grades 10 and 11 and 2nd place in grades 11 and 12, 2nd place OCC Academic Challenge Competition in grades 11 and 12, superior rating at OMEA districts for band in grades 9 and 12, and in choir in grade 12, received an excellent rating at OMEA districts for band in grades 10 and 11, superior rating at OMEA State for choir in 12th grade, in band in 9th grade, excellent rating at OMEA State competition for band in 12th grade.
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college and field of study): Plans to attend the University of Akron majoring in computer engineering.
Jada Neal
Jada Neal: Valedictorian
Parents: Tina Neal and Josh Neal
Activities or Notable Achievements: 3 years in OCC Leadership, 3 year letter winner in soccer, also receiving Offensive Player of the Year in my freshman season and Most Valuable Player during my junior season. I ran track during my freshman year and received my varsity letter. I played basketball during my freshman and sophomore years and lettered once. I am also a student in the Diversified Health Occupations program.
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college and field of study): I will attend college at Hiram College, studying nursing and playing soccer.
Ian Parker
Ian Parker: Valedictorian
Parents: Charles Parker and Rachel Reed
Activities or Notable Achievements: Member of OCC Leadership, National Honor Society, Senior Executive Committee, Spanish Club, track team and Academic Challenge. I received a silver OCC medal and went to regionals alongside friends in Academic Challenge, qualified for State competition in symphonic band alongside friends. I received an ACT score of 29 and scored in the 92nd percentile on the ASVAB. I had over 90 hours of community service for National Honor Society and was recognized by the Mayor of Ashland and “Our Community Salutes” alongside peers for our commitment to the armed forces and the potential risks in doing so. I was offered the Governor’s Merit Scholarship for being in the top 5% of my graduating class.
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college and field of study): I am enlisted with the United States Navy in the Nuclear Propulsion program and will be shipping out to basic training on June 16th. I will serve 6 years active duty, and 2 years reserve duty. After that I will either re-enlist or work at a nuclear power plant somewhere in the United States.
Sydney Phillips
Sydney Phillips: Valedictorian
Parents: Larry and Laura Phillips
Activities or Notable Achievements: I am a student council member, secretary of the Spanish Club, member of National Honor Society, member of the Drama Club (and have participated in three high school plays), Marching Band and Symphonic Band. Honor Roll recipient in grades 9-12 and received the Quality Student Award from the Optimist Club.
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college and field or study): I plan to go to Bowling Green State University and major in aquatic and marine biology.
Angela Williams
Angela Williams: Valedictorian
Parents: Matthew and Kimberly Williams
Activities or Notable Achievements: Member of National Honor Society, Licensed Cosmetologist, and employed at City Nails.
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college and field of study): I will be attending North Central State College to study business and I will also continue my career in cosmetology.
Isaiah Ortiz-Martinez
Isaiah Ortiz-Martinez: Salutatorian
Parents: Diego Ortiz-Martinez and Sara Ortiz-Martinez
Activities or Notable Achievements: Microsoft Office Specialist, earned in BPA
Student’s Plans for Further Education (college and field of study): I plan to become a goldsmith and will start by going to the Drouhards Jeweler School.