Gannon James Easland, son of Brian and Kim Easland, attended Montessori Pre-School and Bel-Air Elementary before coming to the Battle Creek Public Schools in the second grade. He is a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church.
Gannon participated in football and golf during all four years of high school. In addition, he played basketball for one season. He is a two-time letter winner in football and had lettered once in golf going into his senior season. Outside of athletics, Gannon served as a Trailblazer for two years.
Gannon listed his favorite teacher as Mr. Taylor Baumert, stating he is “very understanding and cool with kids.” Gannon listed his favorite class as shop because he gets to work with his hands. When asked to mention a favorite memory from his time at BCHS, Gannon stated that he enjoyed beating Centennial in football during his senior year.
Outside of school, Gannon enjoys hunting, fishing and boating.
Following his graduation, Gannon plans to attend Northeast Community College to study wind energy.
Best wishes, Gannon!