Lemont Patch Honors High School Graduates: Lemont Class Of 2020

LEMONT, IL — Lemont Patch wants to provide a way to share the achievements of our high school graduates, even if it's in a small way. With in-person instruction canceled for the rest of the 2019-20 school year in Illinois due to the coronavirus, high school seniors are missing out on the last moments of what should be a happy, celebratory time. Many proms and graduations have been postponed, and we know many high school seniors are feeling sadness about missing these milestone high school events.

We hope that this will give the community a way to share their pride in our Class of 2020 high school graduates. You can find the form here if you'd like to add your graduate. Patch will be updating this form until May 31.

Here are the Lemont Class of 2020 high school graduates:

Isabel Acton, Lemont High School

Will be attending University of Illinois.

Message from the family: "Isabel we are so proud of the young woman you’ve become and can’t wait to see what your future holds! We love you, Mom, Don and G"

Charlotte Albrecht, Lemont High School

Will be attending Purdue University.

Message from the family: "Charlotte, we are immensely proud of you and all you have accomplished. Boiler Up!"

Jimmy Amberg, Lemont High School

Will be attending College of DuPage.

Message from the family: "Hey Jim! You did it! We are so proud of you! You have everything you need inside of you - be true to yourself, be kind, and don't give up!"

Abbey Ascolani, Lemont High School

Will be attending the University of Illinois.

Message from the family: "Congrats Abbey on all of your accomplishments! We know you will continue to do great things!"

Abby Belsan, Lemont High School

Will be attending Judson University, studying architecture.

Message from the family: "We are so PROUD of you Abby! You’re an amazing person and we’re so excited for your future! We’re confident God’s blessings will be with you and you’ll positively impact those around you! We Love You - Mom, Dad, Anthony, Ashley, and Austin"

Bradley Benson, Lemont High School

Will be attending Illinois Wesleyan, playing volleyball.

Message from the family: "Bradley, We are proud of your accomplishments and the young man you have become. We know you are disappointed about the canceling of your senior volleyball season, we look forward to watching you play at Illinois Wesleyan. Wishing you success and happiness always! Love, Dad, Mom, and Anna"

Jack Brady, Lemont High School

Will be attending Indiana University.

Message from the family: "Jack we are so proud of all you have accomplished. We wish you much success in your college years and beyond! Go Hoosiers!! We love you! Dad, Mom, Justin and Connor"

Mike Bulanda, Lemont High School

Will be attending Grand Valley State University, studying business.

Message from the family: "What a ride the last 4 years has been! We’re looking forward to the next chapter! Love, Mom, Dad, Brooke and Bella"

Charles "Max" Celis, Lemont High School

Will be attending DePaul University.

Message from his family: "Max we are so very proud of your hard work and accomplishments. We know the best is yet to be! We love you more than there are stars in the sky. Mom and Papi"

Vincent Connolly, Lemont High School

Will be attending College of DuPage.

Message from the family: "Congratulations, Vince! We are all so proud of you and know you will go on to do great things!"

Hannah Defronzo, Lemont High School

Will be attending Carthage College studying nursing.

Message from her family: "Congratulations Our Dear Hannah. May success keep following you..The sky is the limit, soar high! Good luck with the career you've chosen, we are so proud. The Neighbors"

Julianna DeMaio, Lemont High School

Will be attending Elmhurst University, studying nursing.

Message from the family: "Julianna, Dad and I are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments! We cannot wait to see what your future holds!!! We love you!!!"

Caleigh Elwood, Lemont High School

Will be attending College of DuPage, studying to be a pediatric oncology nurse.

Message from the family: "Congrats Caleigh! You will be a wonderful nurse. The healthcare field will be happy to gain you as a nurse someday. We are so proud of you and the person you’ve become! Love you!"

Taylor Elwood, Lemont High School

Will be attending College of DuPage, studying physical therapy.

Message from the family: "Congrats Taylor ! We are so proud of you and all your accomplishments! HS May be over but a new chapter begins ! Love you !"

Thomas Faron, Lemont High School

Will be attending Grand Valley State University, studying finance.

Message from the family: "Congratulations Tommy! Keep smiling! We love you! Love, Your Family"

Sarah Finnemore, Lemont High School

Message from her family: "Sarah, You have shown the heart, courage hard work and dedication that every parent only hopes to see. You have no idea how proud I am of your accomplishments, but most importantly your character. I love you"

Anthony Fornero, Lemont High School

Will be attending the University of Evansville.

Message from his family: "Anthony, Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful."

Zachary J. Freitag, Lemont High School

Will be attending University of Kentucky studying business administration.

Message from the family: "I am so proud of you, especially during these difficult times. I have no doubt you are ready for the next chapter in your life. Success is in your future. I love you, Mom. I"

Evan Goodman, Lemont High School

Will be attending Baylor University.

Message from the family: "Congrats Evan!! We are so proud of you!! Sic em Bears!"

Riley Hensley, Lemont High School

Will be attending Edgewood College in Wisconsin, studying business and playing lacrosse.

Message from the family: "Riley, you made a great choice in Edgewood and we are very proud of you! Enjoy your time there and go Eagles!"

Danielle Irwin, Lemont High School

Will be attending Indiana University Kelley School of Business.

Message from her family: "We are so proud of all you have accomplished so far in High School Danielle! We are super excited to see all of the success you will have as a Hoosier! Love you Dee- Mom, Dad, Kayla, Shannon & Payton!"

Andrew Juarez, Lemont High School

Will be attending the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Message from his family: "Congratulations to our grandson Andrew."

"Congratulations, Drew, on all of your hard work and dedication! We are very proud of you and love you so much! Continue to strive toward your goals in college and have fun! Love, Mom and Dad"

Emma Kaatz, Lemont High School

Will be attending Grandview University in Iowa studying nursing.

Message from her family: "Emma we are so proud of you! Love Dad, Mom, Cara"

Emily Knutte, Lemont High School

Will be attending University of Colorado.

Message from the family: "So proud of you Emily! Congrats!!!"

Julia Danuta Lesnicki, Lemont High School

Will be attending Lewis University studying nursing and committed for swimming.

Message from the family: "We are so proud of the strong and smart woman you have become. COVID-19 can’t stop what you set out to accomplish. Lots of love and God’s Blessings from Dad, Mom, Annette and Natalie"

Ralph Loisi, Lemont High School

Will be attending Arizona State University.

Message from the family: "One journey ends another begins!! Love you, Mom and Dad"

Gracie Maniscalo, Lemont High School

Will be studying clinical psychology at either Joliet Junior College or College of DuPage.

Message from her family: "Gracie we are very proud of you and can't believe 4 yrs have gone by so fast. We are also proud of the way you are dealing with COVID-19 and the loss of your prom and regular graduation program. You make us laugh and keep us all happy during the COVID-19 stay and shelter. We love and know greater things lie ahead for you."

Kali Mardjetko, Lemont High School

Will be attending the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign studying Biology.

Message from her family: "Congratulations Kali! We are so incredibly proud of all of your accomplishments but most of all of the wonderful young woman you are! Wishing you all the success in the world! You are our sunshine! We love you! Dad and Mom"

Jessica E. Martinez, Lemont High School

Will be attending the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Message from her family: "Jessica, we are very proud of your hard work and accomplishments. Your future is bright and we can’t wait to see what is yet to come. We love you!"

Nicole Metzler, Lemont High School

Will be attending North Central College.

Message from her family: "Congratulations Nicole! We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished. We know the best is yet to come as you follow your passion! Love forever and always, Mom, Dad, and Ross"

Kylie Mooney, Lemont High School

Will be attending University of Iowa, studying engineering.

Message from the family: "You have had an amazing four years of high school., and have made memories and friendships of a lifetime. Pursue your dreams, smile always, and remember you are truly amazing. We love you and are so very proud of you!! Love, Mom, Dad & B"

Zack Morris, Lemont High School

Will be attending Illinois State University studying Business Marketing.

Julia Mucha, Lemont High School

Will be attending Illinois State University, studying business.

Message from the family: "Congratulations Julia! We are proud of your achievement and can't wait to see what the future holds for you. Mom, Dad & Alex"

Drew Nash, Lemont High School

Will be studying at either University of Wisconsin-Whitewater or North Central College.

Message from his family: "Your last four years have been an exciting time for you at LHS- keep dreaming your dreams and attack the world with the same intensity as your opponents! You only have upside from here. Love you- Mom and Dad"

Haley Nash, Lemont High School

Will be attending Grand Valley State University.

Message from her family: "We are very proud of all your accomplishments in the last four years! Your life is ahead of you-'the world is yours.' Love you dearly, Mom and Dad"

Paige Panush, Lemont High School

Will be attending Olivet Nazarene University, studying engineering.

Message from the family: "Paige, We are so proud of you! We know you are going to be more successful than we could even imagine! We love you, Mom, Dad & Brooke"

Kaylee Pape, Lemont High School

Will be attending College of DuPage.

Message from the family: "Congratulations on your graduation, Kaylee!! We are so excited to see what your future brings! Love, Mom, Dad, Jeremy, and Baba"

Kaj Plotke, Lemont High School

Message from his family: "It was a long journey, but you have made it through and graduated. Well done! Congratulations and best wishes for the future. May all your dreams come true."

Alexia Psarros, Lemont High School

Will be attending North Central University.

Message from the family: "Congratulations To my grand daughter Alexia. You're beautiful."

Jacob Pulido, Lemont High School

Will be attending University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Message from the family: "Congrats Jacob! Your Mom and I are very proud of you! I-L-L!"

Grace Ann Re, Lemont High School

Will be attending Grand Valley State University studying accounting.

Message from her family: "To our Grace: we are so proud of all your accomplishments over the past four years. We cannot wait to see what the next four years bring. Love, Mom, Dad, Samantha & Jenna"

Daniel Roth, Lemont High School

Will be attending College of DuPage.

Message from his family: "So proud of you! Love mom and dad"

Steven Russell, Lemont High School

Will be attending Marian University in Wisconsin.

Message from his family: "We are incredibly proud of you and all you have accomplished. Your capable of anything your willing to put the effort towards. Keep doing what you do and let the world be yours."

Hailey Sawatzky, Lemont High School

Will be attending Wittenberg University, studying special education.

Message from the family: "Congratulations Hailey!! We are so proud of you and all your accomplishments and cannot wait to see what the future holds for you!! Love, Mom, Dad, & Megan"

Marin Schiffman, Lemont High SChool

Will be attending Purdue University.

Message from the family: "Marin - congratulations on your achievements so far. We are so very proud of you and are excited to see what you accomplish in the future. Love, Mom, Dad and Evan"

Madileine Schmitt, Lemont High School

Will be attending Grand Valley State University.

Message from her family: "Congratulations Maddie, we are so proud of you!!"

Luke Selle, Lemont High School

Will be attending Indiana University, Kelley School of Business.

Message from his family: "Congratulations, Luke!"

Taylor Shimkus, Lemont High School

Will be attending University of Urbana-Champaign, studying chemical engineering.

Message from the family: "Congratulations Taylor! We are proud of what you accomplished in high school. We know you will excel and do great things in college and beyond! Reach for the stars! Go Illini! We love you! Mom and Dad"

Gavin Storti, Lemont High School

Will be attending College of DuPage.

Message from his family: "Congratulations Gavin on your success at Lemont High School! Looking forward to what the future holds for you! Love you! Mom, Joe, Carter, and Shane"

Jake Swalec, Lemont High School

Will be attending University of Illinois - Chicago, studying chemical engineering.

Message from the family: "Jake, we wish you much success in your journey. Finally, the baby is out of the house. All of our love and support to you. Mom, Dad, Kyle, Nicolas, Margo and Leo (the dogs)."

Sophie Tally, Lemont High School

Will be attending University of Mississippi, studying special education.

Message from the family: "Congratulations Sophie! We are so proud of you. Expecting great things as you begin your next chapter in Oxford, MS."

Tygar TeSelle, Lemont High School

Will be attending College of DuPage.

Message from the family: "Tygar, we are so proud of you! Congratulations! Love, GCGSE"

Jenna Valenti, Lemont High School

Will be attending Illinois State University.

Message from her family: "So proud of all you have done at LHS, now on to an amazing college experience. Love, your family"

Alexis Vogel, Lemont High School

Will be attending University of Kentucky.

Message from the family: "My Sweet baby girl Alexis, no one expected your senior year to end so abruptly, for that I am sorry! I wish you all the luck and love your future brings you!! Good luck at UK!! Love Mom, Dad and Rob"

Kyle Zator, Lemont High School

Will be attending University of Illinois.

Message from the family: "So proud of everything you’ve accomplished thus far and looking forward to witnessing your accomplishments to come!"