Lafayette County C-1 School District

The Husker Class of 2026 will walk across the stage on Sunday, May 10th at 2:00 PM. The ceremony will broadcast on our Hudl Fan Page: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/mo/higginsville/organization/10282/lafayette-county-high-school

Alissa Clariday. Alissa is the daughter of Nancy and Josh Clariday. Alissa's extracurricular activities include: Cross Country; Track; and Band. Her favorite school memory: "Winning State Cross Country!" Advice for incoming freshmen: "Don't let other people affect your decisions or life." Impactful teachers include: Mr. Brand; Mrs. Reuther. Upon graduation, Alissa plans to attend UCM and get my Major in Occupational Therapy. "In 10 years, I plan to be a full time Occupational Therapist living the best life possible.

Senior Night - Huskers vs. Knob Noster
First Pitch - 4:30 PM
Location - Fairground Baseball Field

The Husker tennis team won the C1 D4 team championship last night defeating Marshall 5-0. They will take on North County next Monday at 4:00 PM on their home courts at Fairground Park. #OnwardHuskers

Cole Burgess. Cole is the son of Latoya Turner. Cole's extracurricular activities include E-Sports. He has also attended Lex-La-Ray Technical Center the last 2 years, focusing on Computer Maintenance and Repair. His favorite school memory: "I am looking forward to graduating." His advice for incoming freshmen: "Make smart choices." An impactful teacher: Ms. Yoder. An impactful person: His aunt, Ms. Christine Elmore. Upon graduation, Cole wants to get involved in Youtube. In 10 years, he hopes to have a successful Youtube Channel.

Caroline Buesing. Caroline is the daughter of Meagan Buesing. Caroline's extracurricular activities include: Track and Field, Cheer-leading, NHS, and FCCLA. I have also been working at sonic for 3 years in October and I just started working at McDonald's as well. Her favorite school memory: "Spending time with my friends." Advice for incoming freshmen: "Get out of your comfort zone and don't be afraid to make mistakes. Take all of the opportunities you can to have fun." Impactful teachers include: Mrs. Port, Mr. King, Miss. Murnahan, Mrs. Myers, and Mrs. Zeikle. Upon graduation, Caroline plans to attend UCM and become a Speech Pathologist. "In 10 years I see myself living my life to the fullest and traveling as much as possible. I wish to explore the world, and meet new people."

Monyae Livengood. Monyae is the daughter of Kimberly Hearn. Monyae's extracurricular activities include: Marching/Concert Band, Jazz, and Esports, Monyae's favorite school memory: "Spending time with friends in band." Advice for incoming freshmen: "Try your best." Impact teachers include: Mrs Reuther, Mrs Yoder. Mr. Schloman, Mrs. Mahnken. Upon graduation, Monyae plans to start working full time. In 10 years, she plans on owning a few cats.

Jacob Engle. Jacob is the son of Candi Engle. Jacob's extracurricular activities include: FFA; Skills USA: National Technical Honor Society. Jacob's favorite school memory: "I really do not have a favorite." Advice for incoming freshmen: "Do not make Mr. Brock mad." Impactful teachers include: Mr. Brock, Miss Ernst, Miss Murnahan, Mrs. Mahnken. Upon graduation, Jacob plans to attend Pittsburg State University as he has been accepted into the 2-4 year program for Automotive Repair. In 10 years, "I want to own my own property out in the country with land I can run 4 wheelers on; build a house on; and build my own automotive repair shop on."

Payton Hunter. Payton is the daughter of Kelly Mecher and Scott Hunter. While Payton did not participate in any school sports or clubs, she does enjoy playing pickleball with her family. Her favorite school memory: "My Foods class last year with my cousin Layla and my brother Zack." Payton's advice for incoming freshmen: "Enjoy every moment, the years go by fast." Impactful teachers include: Mrs. Bennett and Mrs. Mahnken. Upon graduation, Payton plans on attending cosmetology school. "In 10 years I hope to be a hairdresser and have my own family."

Info for District Track this Saturday:
📍Location - Carrollton High School
⌚️Start Time - Field Events - 8:30 AM - Running Events - 10:00 AM
💰Admission - $6 for all spectators 6 and under
🎟️Tickets can be purchased online at - https://www.mshsaa.org/Tickets.aspx

Team District Championship - Huskers vs. Marshall
Start Time - 4:00 PM
Location - Fairground Tennis Courts

Nicholas Linton. Nicholas is the son of Cameron Linton. Nicholas' extracurricular activities include: Track and Wrestling. His favorite school memory: "The track team singing happy birthday and eating cupcakes after the first track meet as it fell on the same day as my birthday." Advice for incoming freshmen: "Don't be nervous there's always help available." Impactful teachers include: Mrs. Fisher, Mr. Honeycutt, Coach Cook, Mrs. Bentley, Mr Conner, Shakor George, Labron Jennings, Rylan Elliot, Lorelei Weaver, Jesse Barrett. Upon graduation, Nicholas plans to attend the University of Central Missouri. In 10 years, he hopes to have a job in radio.

Allee Morrison. Allee is the daughter of Leah and Sean Deal; Steven Morrison, and Felicia Gifford. Allee's extracurricular activities include: "I was in wrestling sophomore year and started going to the tech school in Lexington for collision repair." Allee's favorite school memory: "When a fight started in my geometry class." Advice for incoming freshmen: "just do your work so you can get out for this place faster." Those who have had a positive impact include: Mr. Wilson and Miss Heugel and people in my car group. Upon graduation, Allee plans to work until September, then will attend Universal Technical Institute in Houston, TX. In 10 years, Allee plans to work in a body shop for cars.

Brylee Pollard. Brylee is the daughter of David and Alicia Pollard. Brylee's extracurricular activities include: Band; FBLA; Winter Guard. Brylee's favorite school memory: "All band memories." Advice for incoming freshmen: "Don't let other people influence your actions or be ashamed of doing the right thing." Impactful teachers include: Mrs Heugal, Mrs Reuther, Mrs Mahnken. Upon graduation, Brylee plans to attend State Fair Community College and the University of Central Missouri for their music programs. In 10 years, she would like to declare a Major in Music.

Tennis and baseball have been cancelled for today. Tennis will be made up tomorrow at 4:00 and Baseball will be made up Friday at 4:30.

Abigail Hernandez. Abigail is the daughter of Jessie and Cecelia Hernandez. Abigail's extracurricular activities include soccer. Her favorite school memory: "Going to art class every day after lunch and doing a fruit by the foot race with my friends." Advice for incoming freshmen: "Don't be afraid to try new things and it is okay to come out of your shell even when you don't want to." Impactful teachers include: Mrs.Hass; Mrs. Zeikle; Ms. Addams from Butler. Upon graduation, Abigail does not have a plan yet but will begin taking college courses in the Spring of 2027 with the goal of being a journalist. In 10 years, she plans on having a book published about new cultures and will be traveling the world.

Ignacius Boland. Ignacius is the son of Daniel and Andrea Boland. Ignacius' extracurricular activities: Football, Scholar Bowl, and Yearbook. His favorite school memory: "Everyone was so welcoming when I first moved here." Advice for incoming freshmen: "Do your own thing, you don't have to follow what everyone else does." An impactful teacher for Ignacius: "My teacher from Washington Highschool, Mr. Rennick." Upon graduation, Ignacius plans to attend Drury University. In 10 years, Ignacius will be working in the field of Architecture.

Daphney St. Clair. Daphney is the daughter of Linda Anderson and Breanda St. Clair. Daphney's extracurricular activities include: Drama Club. Her favorite school memory: "I enjoyed finding new friends over the course of high school." Advice for incoming freshmen: "Find something to be passionate about and dedicate yourself." Impactful teachers include: "All of my English teachers have been very patient and supportive my entire time here." Upon graduation, Daphney plans on going to college. In 10 years, she plans to go into Entomology after graduating from college.

Thomas Gash. Thomas is the son of Rex and Beth Gash. Thomas' extracurricular activities include: Wrestling, Football, Skills USA, National Technical Honor Society. Thomas' favorite school memory: "Going to my mom's room to get snacks." Advice for incoming freshmen: "Be you from the start. Don't waste time trying to fit in." Those who were impactful: Mrs. Gash; Ms Heugel; Mr. Wilkson. Upon graduation, Thomas will start working. In 10 years, Thomas will be running his own business while having a family.

Julian Hardy. Julian is the son of Daniel and Amanda Hardy. When asked about extracurricular activities, Julian said "I was involved in a lot of activities." His favorite school memory: "I think my favorite memory of high school is getting out of school." Advice for incoming freshmen: "Do not forget to turn in your assignments." Impactful teachers include: "The person that impacted me was Miss Ernst. She was always there and always willing to listen." Upon graduation, Julian plans to work and save money. In 10 years, Julian hopes to buy a house on a lot of land.