Pekin Community High School Students Recognized

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Pekin Hospital and Lite Rock 107 are proud to recognize Pekin Community High School students Adam Himmel and Robbie Lange as recipients of the Pekin Community High School (PCHS) Student Award for January.

Adam, a senior, was nominated by Mrs. Dee Merriman, a School Counselor at PCHS.  In the nomination, Mrs. Merriman cited Adam’s contributions to PCHS’ marching band program, Scholastic Bowl Team, Speech Team, and volunteer work at TAPS.

Robbie, a senior, was nominated by Mrs. Dee Merriman, a School Counselor at PCHS.  In the nomination, Mrs. Merriman cited Robbie’s contributions to PCHS’ marching band program, Latin Club, and Speech Team.

Each month two PCHS students who excel in moral character, positive attitude, volunteerism, demonstrate ideal role-model behavior, and who contribute to the classroom are nominated by teachers, counselors, and high school personnel. The students must be seniors and show remarkable qualities which help them prepare for a promising future.
Seth Mingus, Assistant Principal for Curriculum at PCHS said, “PCHS is grateful to have the opportunity to recognize the positive contributions our students make every day. The teachers and staff enjoy nominating students, and we appreciate the support from Pekin Hospital, Lite Rock 107/WSWT, and our community.”

Pekin Hospital and Lite Rock 107/WSWT are proud to sponsor the student award program for the students of PCHS.

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