Leah Schultz, 18, from Augusta, Wis., graduated from Wisconsin Academy (WA) in May. During her three years at WA, Leah kept very busy. Leah was a member of the National Honor Society all three years and president her junior year. She was pastor of her class and the Girls' Club. This last year, Leah was Student Association president, planning fun activities for the school.

This past summer, Leah worked at Camp Wakonda as a girls' counselor. “Leah is the type of person that goes through life with a giggle. She is a hard worker and a good influence on others; it has been a privilege to work with her this last summer," said Mike Edge, Wisconsin Conference Youth and Camp Wakonda director.

This fall Leah will attend Andrews University and will begin a public relations degree.

Leah is the daughter of Gary Schultz and his wife Nancy, a 1973 graduate of WA. Leah has many cousins, aunts, and uncles who also attended the academy.

Shannon Laursen, 19, graduated from Wisconsin Academy (WA) in May. During his three years at WA, he was a member of the gymnastics team. He was also sports coordinator for his class all three years.

“Wisconsin Academy is more then just a school to me and my family—it is a family tradition. My two older brothers and my sister attended the academy, along with various aunts, uncles, and cousins," said Shannon. He continued, “WA is a home. I believe that it has given me a good start for my life, along with allowing me to make friendships that will last a lifetime.”

This fall Shannon plans to attend the tech school in Eau Claire, working toward a career as an electrician. Currently, Shannon is working for an electrician to help prepare him for his career.

WA Food Services director Debbie Shufelt said, “Shannon is one of those students that you know you can count on in a jam. He is always willing to help and is a hard worker.”

Shannon is the son of Deland and Cheryl Laursen of Clear Lake, Wis.