Lincoln High School celebrated academic excellence last night at the annual Academic Banquet, an event dedicated to recognizing students in grades 10 through 12 who have achieved a GPA of 3.3 or higher.
Hosted by the Academic Society, the evening brought together students, families, and educators to honor the hard work and dedication of LHS scholars.
The banquet has long been a tradition at Lincoln, marking a proud moment in the school year as students are celebrated for their commitment to academic success.
The following students were recognized:
Michael Watry
Parents: Teresa Tarbuck and Mark Watry
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Spell Bowl, Academic Super Bowl, Academic Honors Diploma, Indiana Academic All-Star, Lincoln Early College
Athletics: Golf, Swimming (letter, 100-yard breaststroke school record), Tennis (letter)
Music: Jazz Band, Marching Band (letter), Wind Ensemble, Spring Musical, ISSMA Solo & Ensemble – Gold (regional & state) for French Horn solo
Clubs & Activities: GSA Club, Lincoln Robotics Team, Boy Scouts, Knox County CISMA
Future Plans: Study sustainable design at University of Illinois or IU; attend full immersion program in Saint-Brieuc, France this summer
Gage Hagood
Parents: Scott Hagood and Kristina Myers
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, National Honor Society, Lincoln Early College, Rising Star of Indiana, Academic All-State
Athletics: Football (letter), Track (letter), SIAC All-Conference, Sun Commercial All-Area
Other Involvement: Palices, Student of the Week
Clubs: Football Club, Offensive Linc Club, V-Men, George Rogers Clark YAC, Rotary Club
Volunteer & Work: Good Samaritan Hospital; Top Dog Lawn Care
Future Plans: ISU, majoring in chemistry and math (pre-med)
David Brasseur
Parents: Jenifer Melton and Philip Brasseur
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, National Honor Society (secretary), Indiana Academic All-Star, Lincoln Early College, National First-Generation and Rural/Small Town Recognition Programs
Music & Activities: Choir, Spring Musical, Student of the Week, Young Leaders Summit, Molecular Medicine in Action, Hagan Scholar
Clubs: Upward Bound, Quiz Bowl, Olympiad Scholarship, George Rogers Clark YAC (recording secretary)
Volunteer & Work: SAT Tutor for Schoolhouse.World, Historical Half Marathon; Wendy’s (Fry Guy)
Future Plans: ISU and Long Island University – Chemistry, Pharmacy, and Cosmetic Science
Maleah Phegley
Parents: Micki Dailey and Marc Phegley
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, National Honor Society (president), Lincoln Early College
Athletics: Cheerleading (captain), Cross Country (captain), Track
Clubs & Community: Key Club (board member), Champions Together Club (leader)
Work: Marshall’s
Future Plans: University of Evansville – Nursing
Zoe Herron
Parents: Joe and Angi Herron
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, National Honor Society (co-president), Indiana Academic All-Star, Lincoln Early College
Leadership & Awards: Student Council (Spirit Chair), Lincoln Log Editor, Palices
Athletics & Arts: Tennis, Choir, Fall & Spring Musicals
Clubs & Volunteering: George Rogers Clark YAC (president), Interact Club, Robotics Team (captain), Psi Iota Xi ArtVentures, Festival Latino, Star’s Kids Camp, Spirit of Vincennes, Rainbow Over the Bridge, GRC National Park
Work: Jean-Marie Dance Studio
Future Plans: Purdue University – Biomedical Engineering
Luke Hall
Parents: Gene and Christy Hall
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, Lincoln Early College, ISU Presidential Scholar
Athletics: Baseball (letter), Basketball (letter), Tennis (letter), Basketball First Team Academic All-State, Capital Classical MVP
Clubs & Volunteer Work: FCA, IBA/VBA basketball clinics, Food Pantry
Work: McDonald’s
Future Plans: ISU – Business
Helena Dang
Parents: Chanh and Hoa Dang
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Lincoln Early College
Arts & Activities: Choir, Upward Bound, GSA Club, Writing Club
Future Plans: Ball State University – Creative Writing
Katelyn Jones
Parents: Bill and Kathy Jones
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, National Honor Society, Lincoln Early College, Academic All-State
Leadership: Class President, Student Council
Athletics: Football/Basketball Athletic Trainer (letter), Softball (letter), Volleyball (letter)
Competitions & Awards: JAG Cover Design Winner (regional), Creative Decision Making (regional winner, state 3rd place)
Clubs & Volunteer Work: FCA, Champions Together, Interact, Youth Leadership, Wreaths Across America, Salvation Army, Disability Awareness, VCSC Read Across, Chili Suppers
Work: Rainbow Beach, Ginger Ale’s
Future Plans: University of Kentucky – Communications (major), Law & Justice (minor), plans to attend law school
Brady Kirwer
Parents: Brian and Brittney Kirwer
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, National Honor Society, Lincoln Early College
Athletics: Basketball, Football (letter)
Other Involvement: Palices
Work: Ultra Carwash
Future Plans: USI – Finance
Mercedes Lowery
Parents: Ryan and Rachel Lowery
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, Lincoln Early College, GPA Achievement Award
Music & Arts: Marching Band (letter), Winter Drumline, Spring Musical, ISSMA (District Silver, Gold; State Gold), Drum Major Award, Best POTG Member; Knox County Art Show (2nd place, honorable mention)
Other Involvement: Student of the Week, JAG PBL Winner (regional)
Clubs & Volunteering: Music Practice Club, CASA, Isaiah 117 House, Helping His Hands, Church
Work: Veritas Engineering, Feavel & Porter Attorneys, JayC’s
Future Plans: Work and attend Grace College – Visual Communication Design
Tiah Riggs
Parents: Meghan and Travis Riggs
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, National Honor Society, Lincoln Early College, Art Honor Society
Leadership & Athletics: Class Treasurer, Student Council, Youth Leadership; Basketball (captain), Soccer (captain), Softball (captain), Tennis
Athletic Awards: Soccer Student Athlete of the Year, Soccer Rookie of the Year, All-Area Teams, Basketball Academic All-State
Art Awards: Knox County Art Show (1st in Textiles, Tri Kappa Award, Honorable Mention)
Other Involvement: Palices, Student of the Week
Clubs & Volunteering: Cheerblock, Interact, Champions Together, Key Club; Volunteer at Salvation Army, Generations, First City Music Festival, Animal Shelter, Elementary Events, Vincennes Marathons, Shop with a Cop
Work: Bailey’s Pampered Paws, Applebee’s
Future Plans: Monmouth College – Chemistry (major), Forensic Science and Spanish (minors)
Lorine Lorial
Parents: Raymonde and Robenson Lorial
Lorine has been active in student leadership, serving as a class officer and holding secretary and vice-president roles on Student Council. She earned an Academic Honors Diploma and is a member of National Honor Society and the LHS Academic Society. At Lincoln, she participated in cross country (manager), dance (co-captain), track, and was a wrestling manager. She received awards including Outstanding Dancer of the Year and Alumni Scholarships. She’s also involved in Palices and was recognized as Student of the Week. Lorine gives back through Key Club, Rotary Young Leaders, and other clubs like Champions Together, YAC, and Interact. She volunteers at the hospital, nursing home, George Rogers Clark Memorial, and at her church. She’s worked at Rainbow Beach and Bridgepoint. Lorine plans to study biology with minors in psychology and Spanish, with the goal of attending medical school.
Blake Green
Parents: Mandy and Corey Green
Blake earned academic honors and is a member of National Honor Society and the LHS Academic Society. He played football, basketball, and baseball, earning awards like All-Conference First Team and Academic All-State. He’s part of the Football Club, Offensive Linc Club, and V-Men. Blake has worked at McDonald’s and plans to attend Hanover College to study mechanical engineering.
Thomas “Trey” Harmon
Parents: Frank and Jessica Harmon, and Rebecca Harmon
Trey earned an Academic Honors Diploma and is in the National Honor Society and LHS Academic Society. He participated in football, baseball, and track, and was recognized with several football honors including Academic All-State. He’s a member of the Football Club, Offensive Linc Club, V-Men, and YAC. Trey has volunteered at Shop with a Cop, local churches, and The Lord’s Warehouse. He works at JMR Farms and plans to attend Wabash College, where he will play football.
Brooklyn Tredway
Parents: William and Heather Tredway
Brooklyn earned an Academic Honors Diploma and is a member of the LHS Academic Society and National Honor Society. She was a member of the volleyball team and part of Palices. She’s worked at Good Samaritan Hospital through the Health Care Academy and at Franklin Elementary’s After School Daycare. Brooklyn plans to attend VU for nursing.
Aaliyah Kohlhouse
Parents: Ashley and Jordan Kohlhouse
Aaliyah has served as a class officer and Student Council member. She earned an Academic Honors Diploma and is a National Honor Society member. She was a school mascot and played soccer and softball, earning athletic awards including Soccer Defensive Player of the Year. She’s active in clubs like FCA, Champions Together, Cheerblock, Interact, and JAG, and earned first place at a JAG Creative Decision Making competition. Aaliyah is deeply involved in volunteering with schools, church, and community programs. She’s worked at Culver’s, Rainbow Beach, Bill Bobe’s, and in VCSC’s after-school program. She plans to study elementary education with a minor in Spanish at VU.
Kahre McCrary
Parents: Scott and Chris McCrary
Kahre earned an Academic Honors Diploma and is in the LHS Academic Society and National Honor Society. She played basketball, volleyball, and softball, receiving numerous athletic awards for her skills and attitude. She’s involved in Palices and was named Student of the Week. Kahre volunteers at church, Camp Memiki, and Shop with a Cop. She’s worked various jobs including babysitting and at Good Samaritan Hospital. She plans to attend Lincoln Land Community College to study psychology and continue playing basketball.
Alandra Ivers
Alandra earned an Academic Honors Diploma and is in the LHS Academic Society. She played soccer and volunteers as a youth assistant coach. She plans to attend Ivy Tech to study nursing.
Iva Wisley
Parents: Kelly and Ivan Wisley
Iva earned an Academic Honors Diploma and is a member of National Honor Society and LHS Academic Society. She participated in soccer and served as a softball manager. She’s active in many school clubs and was named Student of the Week. Iva volunteers through her church, at community events, and with youth programs. She works at Rainbow Beach and the YMCA. Iva plans to attend VU for business administration and leadership.
True Mahrenholz
Parents: Melinda Miller and Mark Jones
True served on Student Council and is vice president of National Honor Society. She participated in Spell Bowl and Super Bowl teams and earned an Academic Honors Diploma. She played golf and received the Mental Attitude and Most Improved awards. She’s active in Palices and volunteers through Key Club and Youth Leadership. True also leads the Science Club and is involved in Interact and YAC. She’s worked at Marshalls and plans to study hearing and language science at Purdue.
Lainey Snyder
Parents: Machelle Snyder and the late Ryan Snyder
Lainey is a member of the LHS Academic Society and earned an Academic Honors Diploma. She played basketball and softball, participated in Palices, and received top placements at JAG competitions. She’s involved in FCA, Champions Together, and Cheerblock. She’s worked at Ginger Ale’s, Vincennes Cub League, and in the VCSC After School Daycare. Lainey plans to attend Butler University to study pharmacy.
Mylee Muranaka
Parents: Tiffany and Austin Muranaka
Mylee has been involved in Student Council and earned academic recognition. She lettered in cheerleading, dance, and tennis and was named Student of the Week. She’s in the Champions Together Club and volunteers with Helping His Hands. Mylee works at a tumbling studio and plans to study business marketing at VU and Utah Tech University.
Cade Wininger
Parents: Staci Porter and Brian Wininger
Cade earned an Academic Honors Diploma and participated in track. He received recognition through the National Rural and Small Town Program and the Congress of Future Medical Leaders. He’s worked at Bill Bobe’s and Texas Roadhouse and plans to attend VU, currently undecided on his major.
Jackson Fuller
Parents: Brook and Holly Fuller
Jackson earned an Academic Honors Diploma and is in the LHS Academic Society. He played football and track and was active in the Football Club and Offensive Linc Club. He has work experience in pharmacy, food service, and construction. He plans to become a journeyman electrician.
Madison Lovellette
Parents: Robert Lovellette and Jessica McGregor
Madison earned an Academic Honors Diploma and is in the LHS Academic Society and National Honor Society. She’s active in Palices and involved in YAC, Science Club, and Interact. She volunteers with EZ Tumbling and works at Colonial Assisted Living. Madison plans to study nursing at VU.
Lily Nickells
Parents: Tia and George Nickells
Lily is a member of the LHS Academic Society and participated in choir and the Science Club. She works for a cleaning service and plans to attend USI for occupational therapy.
Joel Sanders
Parents: Chris and Lori Sanders
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, National Honor Society, Lincoln Early College student
Athletics: Baseball, basketball (letter), football, tennis (letter), unified track
Athletic Honors: All-Conference, All-Area Basketball Player of the Year, All-Area Basketball First Team, All-District Team, All-State Honorable Mention, All-Southwest Indiana Team, Hoosier Basketball Magazine Preseason All-State
Other: Student of the Week
Clubs: Champions Together Club X (10, 11, 12)
Volunteer Activities: Church youth group, Vincennes Basketball Association games, kids basketball camp volunteer
Work Experience: Rainbow Beach
Future Plans: Undecided university, major in exercise science, hopes to play basketball in college
Mattilyn Collins
Parents: Matt and Ann Collins
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, National Honor Society, Indiana Academic All-Star (Silver), Lincoln Early College student
Athletics: Dance team, football student trainer, softball, volleyball
Clubs: Interact Club
Volunteer Activities: Wreaths Across America, Salvation Army, Disability Awareness events, Read Across VCSC, Blankets for CASA
Work Experience: Applebee’s, St. Vincent de Paul, VCSC After School Daycare, Rainbow Beach
Future Plans: University of Southern Indiana, nursing
Macey Jenkins
Parents: Mindy McCandless and Christopher Jenkins
Civic Involvement: Student Council (Vice President, President)
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, National Honor Society, Lincoln Early College student, Art Honor Society
Athletics: Golf (letter), softball (letter)
Athletic Honors: Golf Most Coachable (two years)
Other Activities: Lincoln Log staff, Palices
Clubs: George Rogers Clark YAC
Work Experience: Franklin Elementary Daycare
Future Plans: Vincennes University, early childhood education
Luke Lindsey
Parents: Darwin and Beth Lindsey
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society
Athletics: Football (letter), golf (letter)
Future Plans: Undecided university, business
Luke Newman
Parents: Eric and Lori Newman
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Lincoln Early College student
Academic Honors: Academic Honors
Athletics: Basketball, golf, tennis
Clubs: Cheerblock
Work Experience: YMCA, McDonald's
Future Plans: Vincennes University, accounting
Jaxon Heath
Parents: Travis Heath and Erica Hook
Music: Marching band, jazz band
Work Experience: Bobe’s Pizzeria
Future Plans: Vincennes University, information technology, plans to continue working at Bobe’s
Derric Powe
Parent: Ashley Powe
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society
Athletics: Basketball, track
Future Plans: Undecided university, computer programming
Ava Isley
Parents: Ginger Isley and Josh Isley
Academics: Academic Honors Diploma, Lincoln Early College student
Athletics: Cheerleading, dance team
Clubs: Champions Together Club, Cheerblock
Volunteer Activities: Cheer clinics, dance clinics
Work Experience: VCSC Daycare
Future Plans: Indiana University, nursing with plans to pursue travel nursing
Ellie Lane
Parents: Shelly and Dean Lane
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society
Other: Student of the Week
Clubs: New Alices Ideas, Science Club
Volunteer Activities: Half marathon volunteer
Work Experience: Ollie’s, Lane and Sons Construction
Future Plans: Enter workforce
James Russell
Parents: Jody and Harry Russell
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Lincoln Early College student
Music: Jazz band, marching band, wind ensemble, pep band, winter drumline
Work Experience: Brad Arthur Heating and Air
Future Plans: Career in HVAC industry
Logan Holland
Parents: Michael and Summer Holland
Athletics: Baseball, football
Future Plans: MacAllister Diesel Mechanic Internship or Urshan Bible College (St. Louis)
Elio Smith
Parents: Stephanie Smith
Civic Involvement: Student Council
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Lincoln Early College student
Music: Marching band auxiliary
Other Activities: Palices
Clubs: GSA Club
Future Plans: Indiana University, major in French; plans to attend a full immersion program in Saumur, France this summer
Levi Swan
Parent: Hayley Mincey
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Lincoln Early College student
Work Experience: Procopio’s
Future Plans: Vincennes University and Indiana University, computer science
Joshua Clegg
Parents: Barry and Andrea Clegg
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, Lincoln Early College student
Athletics: Basketball (letter), football, golf (letter), tennis (letter)
Athletic Honors: Tennis All-Conference, Second Team
Clubs: Basketball Film Club
Volunteer Activities: Church mission trips, youth sports mentoring
Work Experience: YMCA, Cypress Hills Golf Course
Future Plans: Taylor University (Upland, Indiana), sports management, plans to play tennis
Emily Price
Parents: Chris and Cindy Barney
Civic Involvement: Student Council
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Lincoln Early College student
Athletics: Cheerleading, tennis
Other Activities: Palices
Clubs: Champions Together Club, Cheerblock
Work Experience: Rainbow Beach, Byron Bobe’s, YMCA, Gliks
Future Plans: Vincennes University and University of Southern Indiana, biology; Indiana University, medical school
Jaden McCarter
Parents: Doug and Jenna McCarter
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society
Athletics: Tennis
Other: Student of the Week
Future Plans: Toyota Advanced Manufacturing Technician Program
A.J. Smith
Parents: Michelle and Tony Smith
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Lincoln Early College student
Future Plans: Vincennes University, chemical sciences – pre-veterinary concentration
Illizalynn Jones
Parents: Jodie and Quick Jones
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Lincoln Early College student
Athletics: Dance team, track
Work Experience: Culver’s
Future Plans: Vincennes University and either Indiana University or University of Southern Indiana, nursing
McKenna Poyser
Parents: Lindsey and Dusty Woodall
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, National Honor Society, Lincoln Early College student
Athletics: Cheerleading, track
Clubs: Champions Together Club
Future Plans: Vincennes University and Indiana University, nursing
Emma Randall
Parents: Shelli and Brian Nash; Roger and Leann Randall
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Lincoln Early College student
Future Plans: University or military, law enforcement
Briana Kaiser
Grandparents: Brian and Debora Kaiser
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Lincoln Early College student
Awards: JAG Contest – First Place in Financial Literacy (Career Development Conference)
Clubs: GSA Club, Creative Writing Club
Volunteer Activities: The Red Door
Future Plans: Vincennes University, general studies; plans to work at a public library
Blake Racey
Parents: Ashton Gratzek and Justin Haynes
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society
Athletics: Cross-country, track (letter), wrestling (letter)
Future Plans: Enter a trade and travel
Olivia Wehrman
Parent: Andrea Cole
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, National Honor Society, Lincoln Early College student
Athletics: Basketball (letter), football student trainer (letter), softball (letter), volleyball
Other: Palices, Student of the Week
Clubs: Champions Together Club, Cheerblock, Interact Club
Volunteer Activities: Volleyball Kids Camp, Franklin chili supper, VU Disability Awareness Day, Salvation Army, Build a Basket
Work Experience: Jenny Kay’s Daycare, VCSC Franklin Daycare
Future Plans: Western Kentucky University (Bowling Green, Kentucky), nursing
Jonathan Whitson
Guardians: Bill and Shelly Loffer
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, Lincoln Early College student
Other Activities: Lincoln Log Staff
Clubs: Genealogy Club, Chess Club
Future Plans: University of Evansville, engineering
Ella Kixmiller
Parents: Sara Claycomb and Ben Kixmiller
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Academic Honors Diploma, Lincoln Early College student
Other: Lincoln Log Staff, Student of the Week
Clubs: Champions Together Club
Volunteer Activities: RYL Marathon
Work Experience: Maurices
Future Plans: College undecided, ultrasound technician
Elena Liu
Parents: XinShan Zhou and YiWu Liu
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, Lincoln Early College student
Future Plans: Indiana University, accounting or business administration
Ry Catt
Parents: Michael Catt and Abby Goodrich
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society
Athletics: Football (letter), wrestling (letter)
Clubs: Champions Together Club, V-Men
Work Experience: YMCA, McDonald's, electrician apprentice
Future Plans: Vincennes University, programming; considering becoming an electrician or heavy machinery operator
David Akers
Parents: Heather Ludwig Akers and John Akers
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society
Athletics: Golf, swimming
Clubs: Champions Together Club
Future Plans: Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, computer science and design
Amya Woodall
Parents: Kelly Lowe and Dustin Woodall
Academics: Academic Letter, LHS Academic Society, National Honor Society, Lincoln Early College student
Athletics: Football student trainer (letter), softball (letter), volleyball (letter)
Clubs: Champions Together Club, Cheerblock, Interact
Volunteer Activities: Volleyball Kids Camp, Franklin chili supper, Disability Awareness Day, Salvation Army, Build a Basket, Helping His Hands, Wreaths Across America
Work Experience: Rainbow Beach, Ginger Ale’s
Future Plans: Western Kentucky University (Bowling Green, Kentucky), nursing
Caleb Schlagg
Parents: Shawn and Christina Schlagg
Military Involvement: JROTC
Future Plans: Vincennes University, welding