Brennen Lee Joseph Weidner, son of Jesse Weidner and Lindsey Grimes, attended school in Denver, Colorado, until seventh grade when he moved to Battle Creek. Brennen is a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Battle Creek.
Brennen was active in speech, one act play production, student council, quiz bowl, and FCCLA during all four years of high school. He also participated in mock trial for two years. He was a member of National Honor Society and served as a trailblazer. In FCCLA, Brennen served as the co-president this past year, and he was also the National Honor Society vice president as a senior. Brennen was a state speech qualifier in informative and persuasive speaking his junior year, and a qualifier in oral interpretation of drama and informative speaking his senior year. Brennen won the silver medal at the Nebraska State Speech Championships this past winter for his informative speech on zombies.
For his efforts in speech, Brennen was honored as the 2023 Speech Student of the Year. For his time in one act play production, he earned several outstanding performer awards. Brennen qualified for National FCCLA as a junior. For his efforts in the classroom, Brennen was on the A Honor Roll during all four years of high school.
When asked to name a favorite subject, Brennen listed English Composition and Literature. He stated that he loved writing and analyzing the books that were read in the course.
Outside of school, Brennen teaches CCD at St. Patrick’s on Wednesdays. He also volunteers at the Norfolk Animal Shelter on the weekends. Brennen has been a nurse’s aide at Heritage of Fountain Point since August of 2022.
After high school, Brennen plans to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University where he will double major in English and Spanish language studies.
BC boys 3rd/4th Sunday skills will be from 1:15-2:15. Then 5th-8th from 2:15-3:15 tomorrow in HS gym
BC JH track will now attend the Schuyler JH meet on Monday, April 24. Departure time is 6:30 a.m. Meet starts at 9:00 a.m.
*UPDATE: This has been rescheduled to Thursday, April 27th at 5:00. Track students can arrive after practice. Questions? Message Mrs. F.
Junior High Speech Showcase scheduled for Monday the 24th will be postponed. New date/time will be announced early next week.
BC JH Speech medalists...congrats! Ali Korth 6th In Declamation and Cody Renner 4th in Persuasive 🎉
BC Braves Junior High speech competitors at Norfolk Junior High today..."Braved" their fears!! 🎉
Lacey is informing us about music! ♥️🎵
BC Junior High students are ready to compete at the Norfolk JH Speech meet today!! Good luck to all of them!
Mya Renee Zohner, daughter of Kevin and Joleen Zohner, attended St. John’s Lutheran School in Battle Creek before coming to Battle Creek High School at the start of her freshman year. Mya is an active member of St. John Lutheran Church and the LIGHT Youth Group in Battle Creek.
Mya participated in volleyball, basketball, and track during all four years of high school. In volleyball, Mya was honorably mentioned by the Omaha World Herald and the Lincoln Journal Star. She was named to the Mid State Conference All ConferenceTeam and the NSAA Academic All State Team. In track, Mya holds the school record for women’s pole vault. She has qualified for the Nebraska State Track and Field Championships each year, medaling in pole vault and triple jump. She was a state champion in the pole vault as a sophomore and as a junior, she claimed the silver medal. She is a three year letter winner in volleyball and basketball and a four year letter winner in track. During her senior year, she served as a captain for the volleyball and basketball teams. Mya mentioned that her fondest memory from her time at BCHS was being surrounded by her friends in sports.
Outside of athletics, Mya has been a trailblazer, and she was a member of the National Honor Society where she served as treasurer. In addition, she served as the senior class secretary. Throughout high school, Mya has been a member of FCCLA and student council.
Outside of school, Mya enjoys camping and boating. She is involved in the Deer Creek 4-H Club where she serves as the organization’s vice president. Mya is very active in 4-H and annually completes projects and shows horses. In her free time, she babysits for local families.
After graduation, Mya will attend Mount Marty University to major in business. She will also be continuing to pole vault for the Lancers. After college, she plans to attend cosmetology school.
Jeret Michael Hassler, son of Chris and Melinda Hassler, attended St. John’s Lutheran School from preschool through sixth grade before coming to Battle Creek High School his seventh grade year. Jeret is a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Battle Creek.
Jeret was active in football and golf for two years. He was named the Most Improved Football Player following his freshman season. Aside from athletics, Jeret participated in FFA for three years, and he was chosen as the American Legion Auxiliary Cornhusker Boys Stater.
When asked to name a favorite teacher, Jeret listed Mr. Taylor Baumert, saying, “He always teaches in a way that all kids can understand.” Jeret also mentioned that history is his favorite subject because he enjoys learning about the people who sacrificed their lives for our nation.
Outside of school, Jeret enjoys working on the farm, fishing and hunting, learning about history, and collecting old stamps. Jeret has been employed at Austin Farms for two years as a farmhand. In addition, he is an Eagle Scout.
After graduation, Jeret plans to attend Northeast Community College to work toward a career in plumbing. He also plans to work on the farm on the side.
Jaxson Ray Hassler, son of Chris and Melinda Hassler, attended St. John’s Lutheran School before transferring to Battle Creek in seventh grade. Jaxson is a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Battle Creek.
Jaxson was involved in cross country for two years, and he wrestled for all four years of high school, lettering all four seasons. He was a three time state qualifier and was a member of the two-time state dual runner-up squad.
When asked to name a favorite teacher, Jaxson mentioned Mr. Taylor Baumert because “he always finds a way to keep class interesting.” Jaxson listed his favorite class as Personal Finance because it was a fun environment to learn in. His favorite moment from his time at BCHS was wrestling in the finals at the state duals competition.
Outside of school, Jaxson passes his time by hunting, fishing, and hanging out with his friends. He is also an Eagle Scout.
After high school, Jaxson will participate in basic training for the Nebraska National Guard. He then plans to attend Wayne State College to study business.
Breanna Marie Borchers, daughter of Curtis and Jodi Borchers, attended St. John’s Lutheran School in Battle Creek from preschool through eighth grade. She then attended Battle Creek High School for the remainder of her education. Breanna is a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Battle Creek, and she actively participates in the CYO youth group.
Breanna was involved in volleyball, basketball, track, speech, one act play production, FCCLA, student council, and quiz bowl during all four years of high school. She was a member of the National Honor Society and served as a trailblazer, and she was a member of the yearbook staff, serving this past year as one of the editors. In one-acts, Breanna received an Outstanding Performer Award her senior year.
Breanna held many leadership positions over the past four years, including quiz bowl captain her junior and senior years, volleyball co-captain her senior year, FCCLA Vice President of Public Relations her sophomore year, and FCCLA President her junior and senior years. Additionally, she served the first three years of high school as her class vice president and was selected as president of her senior class. In addition, Breanna was the National Honor Society secretary.
For her efforts in the classroom, Breanna was on the A Honor Roll throughout high school. In addition, she was selected as Student of the Month and Character of the Month on four occasions. She was named to the Academic All State list for volleyball, basketball, and speech and was a Battle Creek High School Believers and Achievers award winner. Breanna qualified for the National FCCLA Conference her junior year and placed in the top ten. Her senior year, she was the FCCLA state champion of Chapter in Review Portfolio, qualifying for Nationals again, which will take place this coming summer. She was awarded the Greater Omaha Youth Salute Top Leader Award and the ELKS Student of the Month Award during her senior year. She was a letter winner for her efforts in volleyball, basketball, and track. Breanna was selected by the BCHS faculty and staff as the 2023 BCHS Prom Queen.
When asked to name a favorite teacher at BCHS, Breanna struggled to name just one. She stated that every teacher and coach at Battle Creek made an incredible impact on her in their own way, and she is especially thankful to have had her mom so close every day. Breanna said that Mrs. Jenni Frey and Mrs. Leigha Kern have always encouraged her to dig deeper and learn more. She listed her favorite classes as Spanish and English, but she added that she loves yearbook with Mrs. Angela Gray and art with Mrs. Stephanie Nelson because of “their constant encouragement of creativity.” Breanna stated that she is “extremely grateful to have had wonderful teachers that each played such an important role in [her] education and life.”
Outside of school Breanna enjoys spending time with her family and friends, reading, and playing softball. She also loves art and trivia. In the summer, Breanna plays softball and was on the 2022 State Softball Championship team. Additionally, she works as a softball umpire in her free time during the summer months. Breanna is also active in 4-H and shows her rabbits at the fair each summer.
After graduation, Breanna plans to attend the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. She hopes to pursue a career in secondary education with endorsements in both English and Spanish.
Brenna Francis Wilson, daughter of Brent and the late Laurie Wilson, attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of her education. She is a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Pierce.
Brenna was active in volleyball for three years. Aside from athletics, she was in speech and one act play production for two years. For her efforts in the classroom, Brenna has been on the A Honor Roll throughout high school.
Brenna listed her favorite staff member as Mrs. Stephanie Nelson, saying, “She makes the day at school better, and she is a fun teacher. She builds strong relationships with her students and she is a person that I trust.” Brenna named art as her favorite subject because it allows her to be creative.
Outside of school, Brenna enjoys baking cakes and cupcakes and spending time at the YMCA. She babysits as a side job and has been employed at Scooters since the fall of 2021. As a leader at Scooters, Brenna was named Employee of the Month in March of 2022.
After graduation, Brenna plans to attend the University of Nebraska at Omaha to get her bachelor’s degree. She then hopes to move out of the state to pursue medical school.
You can still buy a yearbook!! Name stamps are only available until April 28th!! Buy before then OR buy until the last day of school without a name stamp!!
Eden Maye Heggemeyer, daughter of Dan Heggemeyer and Shawna Heggemeyer, attended Battle Creek Elementary School from preschool through fifth grade. She attended Boone Central Public Schools for grades six through eight before returning to Battle Creek High School where she has remained ever since.
Eden was active in volleyball for three seasons and track and basketball for one year each. Aside from athletics, Eden participated in one act play production her freshman year. Eden also participated in FCCLA. She has been an active trailblazer for two years and is currently a member of the yearbook staff.
When asked to name a favorite teacher, Eden listed Mrs. Leigha Kern, stating, “She cares about every single one of us and does her best to make sure we succeed.” She added, “Mrs. Kern does her best to connect with us on a personal level and gets us ready for our next step.” Eden mentioned that Mrs. Gray’s yearbook class was her favorite because she likes the calm class atmosphere and likes taking pictures at events.
Outside of school, Eden plays softball for the Golden Girls. In her free time, she loves to hang out with friends and go to the lake and to concerts.
After graduation, Eden will be attending Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell, South Dakota, to major in elementary education. She will also be playing softball for the Tigers.
Allison Ann Long, daughter of Michael and Laura Long, attended Trinity Lutheran for preschool before coming to St. John Lutheran School for kindergarten through sixth grade. She was homeschooled for grades seven and eight before coming to Battle Creek High School for her high school years. Alli is a member of First Christian Church in Norfolk.
Alli was active in dance for two years and cheerleading for one year. Alli also participated in FCCLA for one year and FFA for three years.
Alli listed her favorite teacher as Mrs. Brianna O’Brien because “she is a great listener.” Alli listed her favorite class as Culinary Skills because she was able to advance her knowledge of cooking and the food industry.
When asked to name a favorite memory from her time at BCHS, Alli mentioned that state FFA was her favorite. She loved having the opportunity to meet new friends, and she learned a lot.
Outside of school, Alli enjoys fishing, swimming in the river, and going to country concerts with friends.
After graduation, she plans to attend Northeast Community College to complete the veterinary technician program. After college, she plans to move to Casper, Wyoming, to work for a private ranch.
Aurora Judith Hingst, daughter of Cory and Staci Hingst, attended Montessori Preschool in Norfolk before attending Norfolk Public Schools from kindergarten through sixth grade. She came to Battle Creek High School in seventh grade where she has remained ever since.
Aurora was active in volleyball and track during all four years of high school, and she played basketball for two seasons. Aside from athletics, Aurora was a member of the FCCLA chapter for one year, and she was involved in one act play production for two years.
When asked to name a favorite instructor at BCHS, Aurora listed Mrs. Stephanie Nelson, stating, “She is always there for me and shows me she cares.” Aurora mentioned that art is her favorite class.
In her free time, Aurora loves to ride horses and do any outdoor activities, especially fishing. She also enjoys hanging around friends and family.
When asked to name a fondest memory from her time in high school, Aurora mentioned that her sophomore track season was a thrill. She stated that they made it to state in the 4x100 meter relay and placed fourth.
After graduation, Aurora plans to attend Northeast Community College to begin her education toward a career as a physical therapy assistant.
Reminder of the Speech & Drama Awards potluck tonight at 6:30. Hope to see all our students and parents there to celebrate our amazing year! Questions...contact Mrs. F.
Shop kids clean up nicely!
