West Liberty-Salem High School honored its newest National Honor Society members during the “Rise Above the Rest” Induction Ceremony on Monday.
The event celebrated the four pillars of NHS—scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
The ceremony opened with a formal procession and introductions from Master of Ceremonies Levi Miller.
NHS Co-Presidents Geneva Estep and Emery Longaberger welcomed guests and reflected on the organization’s mission and responsibilities.
Student speakers highlighted each of the four core values:
- Leadership: Abbie Thoman
- Scholarship: Naomi Cole
- Service: Brock Burgel
- Character: Alexis Hausler
New members were introduced by Ava Astorino, with gold cords presented by Caleb Larson and certificates by Dylan King.
Kamden Hissong led the inductees in reciting the National Honor Society Pledge.
Principal Dr. Greg Johnson closed the evening by recognizing the accomplishments and dedication of this year’s students.
Several students were also acknowledged for their behind-the-scenes support:
- Lights: Gavyn Greenhill, Brady Kauffman, Reese Oder, Garrett Wallen
- Hostesses: Addison Hutton, Emma Smith
- Greeters: Brevin Louden, Wyatt Longaberger
2024 Inductees:
Ava Astorino, Brock Burgel, Naomi Cole, Geneva Estep, Gavyn Greenhill, Breece Gullett, Lyndee Harrison, Alexis Hausler, Kamden Hissong, Addison Hutton, Brady Kauffman, Dylan King, Caleb Larson, Emery Longaberger, Wyatt Longaberger, Brevin Louden, Levi Miller, Reese Oder, Sadie Paul, Emma Smith, Abbie Thoman, Garrett Wallen
2025 Senior Inductees:
Kaylee Blair, Victoria Douthwaite, Addyson Mattox, Ava Poppe, Kaylee Powell, Olivia Reichardt
2025 Junior Inductees:
Delilah Breon, Haley Brockmeier, Patrick Brooks, Alivia Campbell, Zoe Carter, Audrianna Evilsizor, Savannah Gluckle, Braden Hershberger, Josiah Johnson, Sophia Landon, Aui Lehman, Conner Leichty, Emma Liggett, Claire Ling, Xzavior Nicholl, Isabelle Sarver, Noah Sarver, Tucker Searles, Mariska Smith, Benjamin Wall, Sarah Windle
West Liberty-Salem officials say the evening was a reminder of the excellence students continually strive for and the positive impact they have on the school and community.
