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Keeley Walker

Keeley Walker, Editor

Keeley Walker is going into her senior year with two years of publications under her belt. During the 2023-2024 school year she served as head editor for both Scratchpad and Yearbook. Keeley has made the most of her time at FHS. She has served as a District 12 Officer in FBLA for the past 3 years, Chapter Vice President for FBLA, particpated in Upward Bound, and was a memeber of band for 2 years. During her time in Publications she has found a love for sports. She hopes to one day become a sports photographer in the NFL, making the of her education and hard work she had dedicated her life to during her teen years.

 

All content by Keeley Walker
Breanna Bone (10) running in the cross country meet at Potosi.

[Photo] Blackcats Cross Country to Columbia

Carli Smallen, Writer
November 28, 2024
The 2024 Football Hoco Canidates are as follows: Haley Tucker and Ethan Vance, Ava Hovis and Dj Baca, Nina Lewis and Leeandrea Catchings, Hannah Rehkop and Easton Wood, Lexi Rehkop and Donnie Laut.

May The Odds Ever Be in Your Favor.

Keeley Walker, Editor
November 15, 2024
Hannah Rehkop and Easton Wood standing proud as they make their way to the center.

Nina Lewis and Leeandrea Catchings smiling as their future plans are shared with the community.

Couple Ava Hovis and DJ Baca walking side by side and their families cheer them on.

Childhood best friends Lexi Rehkop and Donnie Laut laughing as the announcer shares their favorite memories, Lexi and her friends making Donnie do everything for them.

Freshman Jazara Catchings and Mason Cureton walking the track while information is shared about their futures.

Sophomores Maggie Wood and Maddox Knepper on the track for homecoming.

Juniors Sydney Dunahoo and Carter Hale making their way in front of the crowds.

The first seniors to walk, Haley Tucker and Ethan Vance.

Savanna Pogue (11), Rylee Heady (10), and Valentina Pellegrino (11) posing for a picture while Mrs. Reutzel photobombs through the window.

Haley Tucker and Ethan Vance shining bright as they are crowned King and Queen, the first time a non-football player has won in years.

Ryley Heady and Callie Harper perform at the Farmington Invitational.

A Rewarding Year

Keeley Walker, Editor
November 6, 2024
Carter Hale (11) leading the band during the national anthem at the home game against Valle Catholic.

Adrienne Cox (11) directing the band during the pre-game performance.

Kenadie Warden (11) waiting for the JROTC Color Guard to set for the National Anthem.

Adrienne Cox (11) and Carter Hale (11) blowing "sleeping dust" over the band as a part of their salute.

Adrienne Cox (11) performing a solo during the last song, a great addition and honor for her to continue play.

Dalton Cain (11), Matthew Heady (11), and Ollie Shults (10) playing football as the rain dries up before practice.

Ryley Heady (10) casting a spell over the percussionist and pit, putting them into a sleep while the rest of the band rose from their sleeping spell.

Matthew Heady (11), saxophone, playing his part at the Farmington Invitational.

Levi England (9) acting his part, as if they had heard a screeching sound, deafening them.

Natty McClelland (10) marches to his left during the second sequence.The member behind him marches on the opposite foot, a note of the technique Adrienne talks about.

Franky Gullett (11) squatting for a visual before bringing his horn to the sky.

Part of the flute section holds a long pose at the end of the first sequence.

Ethan Vance (12) moves props off the field during the change of songs, as his band members run around frantically in the back.

Alex --- chasing after Abby Roach (12) during the band's playing of a piece from Phantom of the Opera.

Marching Band members holding their pose before the start of the show.

[Photo] Graduating On A High Note

Ryley Heady, Writer
October 29, 2024
Owen Henson (12) playing the snare drum during the halftime marching performance.

Callie Allgier (12) hits the ball into the outfield, making it to first base.

Braelynn Sarakas (12) ready for the opposing team to bat.

A current picture of the elementary playground with the privacy fence.

Built to Last Decades

Keeley Walker, Editor
May 21, 2024
Gage Betts and Grace Lewis posing in front of the prom sign after being announced king and queen.

Feeling So Gatsby

Keeley Walker, Editor
May 20, 2024
Carter Chaney and Grace Lewis posing for a picture as the next candidate group walks.

Zander Stephens and Lizzie Cureton were the second group to walk.

Gage Betts and Emmalee Pierson waiting for king and queen to be announced.

Ruben Pirtle and Mariela Vazquez looking at Gage as he is announced prom king.

Gavin Graham and Ashley Avalos posing for a separate picture after the coronation.

Coach Reutzel talking to the varsity team before they run out with their future players.

The Past, Present, and Future of Lady Cat Basketball

Keeley Walker, Editor
March 13, 2024
Ava Penuel running up on a player as the opposing team passes the ball.

Amelia Miller blocking a Dexter player as Ava Penuel runs for the ball.

The present and future Lady Cats facing the crowd while the last teammate runs onto court.

Alyson Collins defending her team in the second half of the JV game.

Coach Rowl walks alongside Senior Zander Stephens during East-Prairie warmup.

[Photo] New Teachers of FHS and Crash Course Advisors!

Maddy Saffell
March 14, 2024
2023-2024 Gold Dusters performing their pom routine at a girls basketball game.

Going For Gold

Keeley Walker, Editor
February 5, 2024
Brenna Tucker (9) leading her section of the song, alongside Callie Rice (10), and Ava Hovis (11).

The full team hitting their beat during their pom routine.

Sophomore Linda Yang crossing her arms in front of her body during the Hip-Hop performance before Farmington Invitational on January 13.

Sophomore Callie Rice performing an eye-catching move, while moving to the front of the floor.

Junior Ava Hovis starting the hip-hop routine, choreographed by the dancer herself.

Brothers Simon Kelly (12), playing the drums, and Landon Kelly (12), playing the bass guitar.

Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Keeley Walker, Editor
January 29, 2024
Ian Henson (9) and cast members dancing for the party scene.

Humans of FredMo – Ian Henson

Keeley Walker, Editor
January 4, 2024
Candidates waiting on the haybales for the king and queen to be announced.

Barnwarmin’ 2023

Keeley Walker, Editor
December 15, 2023
The boys soccer seniors get a final group picture during senior night.

Our Final Memories

Keeley Walker, Editor
December 14, 2023
Jackson receiving his gift from a team manager.

Jackson Smith posing with his parents after his final walk.

Conor receiving his gift from his girlfriend, Maddy.

Conor Rouse with his parents at the end of the walk.

Marcos Navarrete receiving his gift from one of the soccer managers.

Miguel Millan receiving his gift from the team, given by girlfriend Keria Francis.

Keira Francis walking Gage to his line-up stop after he received a gift from the team.

Bradley receiving a gift from Maddy Saffell.

Bradley Lord at the end of his walk with his mom and dad.

Gage Betts finishing his walk with his mother.

The Football team gathered for their picture before their individual introductions.

It’s Time to “Turn Up!”

Keeley Walker, Editor
November 20, 2023
The Lady Cats celebrate after making a point in their game against Crystal City.

[Photo] Ending on a High Note

Yesenia Grado, Writer
December 4, 2023
The full senior crew before the start of the final home game.

The Best Departure

Keeley Walker, Editor
November 16, 2023
Carter Chaney coming to a stop as a red flag is called against the opposing team, De Soto.

Dalton Queener defending against Herculaneum.

Tim DeSanto blocking a Herculaneum player as the quarterback throws the ball.

Zander Stephens running for the ball during warm-ups for the Borgia game.

Tanner Berrey getting ready as the Valle Catholic team kicks off the start of the game.

The Marching Band bone squad performed their show after the full Marching Band was introduced.

The 2023 Softball Team posing for the picture after the walkout for sports.

Katie Crites (12) and Dani West making the win for the seniors during the hula hoop game.

The juniors struggling to make the win during the game of tug-of-war against the seniors.

Terri Duffel holding Lauren Hale (10) for the task of finding someone who looks like they do not want to be at the pep rally.

Kinleigh Gresham hugged a letterman jacket as the game was cutting down to the final 10.

Braden Braswell and Mrs. Leo posing for the picture for the task of finding a teacher.

Maddison Phares had to find a student with a letterman jacket, which turned out to be Donnie Laut (11) for her.

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