Thirty-six students at Westerville South High School were recognized as “Cats with Class” at a breakfast and ceremony held bright and early on Wednesday morning, November 19. “Cats with Class” honors pupils who have demonstrated acts of kindness, good school citizenship, or service, which help make South a wonderful place for learning and teaching. It is jointly sponsored by Westerville South High School and the Westerville South Academic Boosters. The students were joined by their family members, along with teachers and staff who nominated them for this prestigious honor.
Chairperson Cathy Noskowiak welcomed the attendees, who were praised by Principal Steve Andersson and Assistant Principal Michael Hinze. Keynote speaker was Raymond Dusenbury, a retired coach and educator who graduated from South in 1961. He encouraged the pupils to set goals beyond material possessions – goals that include hope and love. “Success comes and goes,” he advised. “You have to work on being significant. Don’t quit.”
Closing remarks were made by student Robert Dowdy. Faculty coordinator was Mary Fuchs, and Secretary Beverly Davis was thanked for her efforts in assisting with the program.