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D140 Board of Ed Recognizes Achievements in Innovation and Athletics
Apple Distinguished School Honors, Championship Wins for Grissom Cross Country and Softball Teams
The Kirby School District 140 Board of Education recognized several outstanding student and staff achievements at its October 17 meeting. Grissom and Prairie View middle schools were honored for their innovation, leadership, and educational excellence in integrating technology into the classroom. Additionally, the Board recognized the Grissom girls’ cross-country team for winning the Southwest Interscholastic Conference (SWIC) Championship, showcasing their dedication and teamwork in both the championship and open races. The Grissom girls' softball team was also celebrated for clinching a SWIC Championship title, marking an impressive 14-0 perfect season of outstanding athletic performance. Both teams displayed extraordinary teamwork and sportsmanship throughout their seasons.
Coached by Katie Ryan and Dianne Raslavicz, the Grissom Middle School girls’ cross-country team includes Vivan Brown, Brooklyn Donlan, Payton Donlan, Brianna Donohoe, Megan Dziekan, Aaliyah Evans, Emma Flesh, Magda Govea, Grace Grabowy, Rowan Grunauer, Ellen Hill, Vera Huffman, Riegan Keating, Kate Kloptowsky, Layla Krauchun, Rowan Marak, Rosie Melody, Kassandra Mendez, Adeline Merlo, Camryn Picciola, Eleanor Rackow, Emily Radnoti, London Roby, Samantha Rodriquez, Heidi Schaaf, Sydney Schaub, Alie Seams, Olivia Sherry, Lanie Swaw, Mackenzie Tymm, and Madelyn Vieu.
Coached by Jan O’Neil, the Grissom Middle School girls’ softball roster includes Sadeel Aldabbagh, Kim Bolotin, Cece Coyne, Elizabeth Cruikshank, Peyton Gorajski, Olivia Haggerty, Maddie Herrmann, Avery Hill, Emily Lavery, Mackenzie Leigh, Becca Massey, Lily Martinez, Mackenzie Paredes, Anna Sankey, Vivian Schau, Reagan Wittenmeier, and team managers Carlie Michelin and Sawyer Roby.
