Senior Profiles: Part Two

Musical theatre has been nothing less than transformative in senior Yasmin Armendariz’s life. Growing up, Armendariz struggled with feeling different from other girls and trying to find out who she is. Once she began to perform, she discovered her passion and place in musical theatre. Armendariz said that ever since being in her first show, musical theatre has been her thing. “I loved singing,...

Going to sporting events is one of the highlights of the high school experience. Especially with the winning tradition at Miege, senior Henry Coones takes this experience to the next level by announcing games and trying his best to make it more fun for everyone involved. Ever since he was a kid watching the Royals and Chiefs on TV, Coones said he dreamed of being able to announce their games and bring...

After picking up a book on horses in her elementary school’s library, senior Eden Cashman’s passion for riding horses began at age 10. Looking up to her own horse trainers, Cashman has always had a desire to be one herself, she said. “I really like working with horses and watching them progress as they get older and advance in their training,” Cashman said. “It is fulfilling to see all...

Will Calovich has an affinity for learning about history. His love of history began in middle school when he started learning about World War II, Ancient History and the Industrial Revolution. “My love of history began when I was in the sixth grade,” Calovich said. “I loved learning about different concepts, inventions, and chain reactions that have occurred throughout history.” Calovich...

Kansas Gatorade Player of the Year, USA National Team MVP, McDonald’s All-American, two-time 4A State Champion and Louisville commit, senior Payton Verhulst has a well-decorated basketball reputation. But there’s more to Verhulst than her basketball resume. Verhulst is planning on continuing her education and basketball career at the University of Louisville in Louisville, Kentucky, where she...