Student: Haley Yoder
Parents: Kenton and Stefanie Yoder
List the activities you have participated in and tell of your proudest accomplishments: I participate in the Elk River Math Team and I am also a member of NHS. My proudest accomplishments are getting in the top 10 percent at the St. Cloud State math competition three years in a row.
What is your favorite class and why? What is your favorite subject? My favorite subject is math, but my favorite class is photography because it’s very calming.
What are your future plans? I don’t have any concrete plans, but I hope to attend a four-year college in the future.
What are your hobbies and/or personal interests? When I have free time, I enjoy photography and reading.
Who is your hero, if you have one, and why? My hero is my grandmother. She has been through so much in her life and she continues to be one of the kindest and most generous people I know.
Tell of a most memorable experience that relates to school, personal interests or a hobby: One of my most memorable experiences is going to the state math tournament my freshman year.
How do you demonstrate leadership? I demonstrate leadership through example. It tends to have a greater effect when others have someone’s example to follow.
How do you approach academics to achieve success? I approach academics with an open mind. It helps to remember that I’m very privileged to be able to attend school and get an education.
What special projects have you done, in or out of school? I do service work with St. Andrew’s Church at places such as Feed My Starving Children and Second Harvest Heartland.
Why do you think you won this award? I think I won this because of my academic success and leadership qualities.
What does it mean to you? It means a lot to me. I’m thankful that all my hard work is being acknowledged.