Calvary Christian has announced their May Seniors of the Month, Ian Schmidt and Preston Carnes.
Ian Schmidt is the son of Brian and Nicole Schmidt.
School Activities and Awards: Varsity basketball, Track and Field, Skills USA Regional Champion and State Competitor, Skills USA FCL Statesman, ASB Chapel Worship Team, OHP Construction Trades Senior President.
Favorite School Memory: Going to volleyball games and getting hyped with the whole high school being there.
Something I’m Passionate About: Woodworking, physical fitness and training, backpacking/hiking, hanging out with friends, serving on worship teams and playing music.
People Who Have Been an Inspiration to Me: My mother and father, Jodie LaBelle, David Marsteller, my grandparents, and Cole Cronkleton.
Bible Verse That Has Had a Strong Impact on Me: 1 Peter 4:10, “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.”
Most Impactful High School Activity: Skills USA.
Current Plans After I Graduate: Work for a custom home builder remodeler.
How Calvary Has Shaped My Worldview: Walking in every day to teachers who listen and teach the truth has really been impactful. And being able to be surrounded by like-minded believers who lift me up and challenge me to be a better Christ follower.
Preston Carnes is the son of Amber Carnes.
School Activities and Awards: Soccer and basketball.
Favorite School Memory: Mr. D’s Ark Field Trips
Something I’m Passionate About: Sports
People Who Have Been an Inspiration to Me: My grandparents and my mom.
Bible Verse That Has Had a Strong Impact on Me: Isaiah 40:28-29
Most Impactful High School Activity: ESM Week to Costa Rica
Current Plans After I Graduate: Go to welding school
How Calvary Has Shaped My Worldview: It has set a firm foundation in my faith so that I can handle the trials that I will face, and will let me be a light to others.
Advice for Students Entering High School: Don’t procrastinate and listen. Your teachers do care about you and want the best for you. Homework and tests might suck but they are preparing you for the real world with a strong foundation on Christ and great work ethic.
