Soda Springs Graduation Report

Soda Springs High School 2024-2025 Honor Roll

Soda Springs High School is pleased to announce those students who have achieved Honor Roll status for the 2024-2025 school year. To be selected, a student must have no incompletes, no NCs (no credit because of attendance), have carried twelve graded credits for the school year, and have a grade point average of 3.3 or better. Almost 48% of the student population met Honor Roll status.

Freshmen

Kord Allen

Johnathan Beutler

Jaydie Brown

Jaymyn Chandler

Carson Cook

Elizaeha Dickhaut

Bridger Dilworth

Madisen Fangman

Jace Garbett

Carson Golightly

Ethan Gonzalez

Noah Hansen

Kirra Harwood

Mason Henesh

Jaxson Horsley

Zander Housley

Kage Johnson

Bodie Kern

Megan Lau

Angelina Lin

Nolan Lott

Dawson McAlister

Ava McDowell

BelleJoe Morgan

Haizley Mumford

Paizlee Nilsson

Halle Ozburn

Jayden Parker

Boston Peterson

Tayla Petterborg

Tyriq Sweet

Taylee Tingey

Kylee Wilhelmi

Sophomores

William Birch

Makiah Browning

Eli Byram

Presley Camp

Andi Carpenter

Aiyana Davis

Alexzander Dickhaut

Kylee Fullmer

Caleb Hansen

Eli Horsley

Trey Kunz

Emerey Lakey

Landon Martinsen

Owen Miller

Kayla Obray

Aspen Skinner

Addelyn Smith

Jocee Tingey

Timothy Vedder

Mylee White

Juniors

Maggie Byram

Aiddin Cantrell

Mason Cousin

Ashley Dalley

Lynlee Dilworth

Cole Garbett

McKartie Green

Courtnee Gronning

Gavin Hansen

Macie Hansen

AmeliaRose Harris

Lane Harris

Kale Hopkins

Paetyn Hopkins

Austin Housley

Delaney Johnson

Madilyn Kempe

Zoey Kollman

Conner Lee

Andres Lloyd

Targy May

Konner McWilliams

Remmick Nate

Remmick Nate

Mylez Ozburn

Preseton Ozburn

Suheily Penalo

Mollie Renfroe

Gimhana Somasiri

Soleil Somsen

Jasta Stoor

Taralyn Vedder

Rylie Watkins

Chasey Weber

Ellie Wood

Adan Zarate

Seniors

Aiden Adkins

Kacey Allen

Elizabeth Beutler

Dakoda Billman

Macie Clegg

Colten Crawford

Lily Davis

Samantha Dickhaut

Maleah Dilworth

Taylor Dunford

Rebekah Evans

India Galloway

Brecklyn Golightly

Rachel Hansen

Brynlee Hemmert

Kyen Kirby

Abbiegail Krupp

Samantha Lowry

Gracie Moldenhauer

Austin Moody

Audry Norris

Ella Ozburn

Degan Stoor

Shat Stoor

Emma Taylor

Catherine Walker

Tilden Warner

Five SSHS Seniors Graduate from the College of Southern Idaho

On Friday, May 16, Soda Springs High School had five seniors graduate from the College of Southern Idaho (CSI) with their Associate of Arts Degrees in Liberal Arts. They all started this 60-college course load their sophomore year in high school, if not sooner. Some did extra coursework during the summer months to accomplish this feat. All students took advantage of the $4,625 the state provides for Advanced Opportunities to pursue and pay for this degree, college credit, overload courses, examinations, etc. All students, statewide, from the beginning of their 7th grade year in school are given this money. In most cases, this money will not completely cover the costs of an AA degree, but for these four students, it covered a large portion of the bill, making it worthwhile to pursue. The money and time it saves for these students act as a wonderful scholarship at whatever future college they attend beyond high school by reducing their college course load by two years.

Emily Thornock, daughter of Tina and Nyle Rassmussen, will be attending Utah State University for a bachelor’s in nursing. She stated that you need to have grit to earn your associate’s degree, and in the end, it is worth the time and energy.

Kyen Kirby, son of Jamie and Mark Kriby, will be attending Idaho State University in the fall, pursuing a degree in Radiological Science. He felt that pursuing the associate’s degree was worth it.  It was not as hard as it seemed.

Cate Walker, daughter of Heidi and Jerry Walker, will be attending Utah State University in the fall. She will be pursuing a degree in dermatology. She stated that while pursuing an associate’s degree, one must not procrastinate and always work hard.  It does pay off in the long run.

Maleah Dilworth, daughter of Loren and Randi Dilworth, will be attending Idaho State University in the fall, pursuing a Social Work and Political Science degree. Some advice that Maleah would give to others thinking of getting their associate’s degree would be that it is not worth it if you aren’t willing to do your own work.  If you’re going to commit, commit to earning it, not just getting it.

Degan Stoor, son of Angela and Brandon Stoor, will be attending Utah State University in the fall, pursuing either a Human Biology or Bio-Medical Sciences degree. Degan felt that the associate’s degree was stressful and overwhelming at times, but he was glad he went for it.

These students did not take the easy route in high school. Finishing and completing an AA degree from CSI is a difficult and time-consuming task. These students often sacrificed many things to reach this goal. Congratulations go out to these four Soda Springs High School and CSI graduates! 

SSHS Sends Seven to Girls State and Two to Boys State

The Lava Hot Springs American Legion Auxiliary Unit 88 is sponsoring seven junior girls from Soda Springs High School to attend the Idaho Syringa Girls State. This year’s Girls State will be held June 15th-20th at Northwest Nazarene University. It is a great opportunity to learn how our government works, as well as win awards and scholarships. They can also earn college credit while attending Girls State. The junior girls representing Soda Springs High School are Madilyn Kempe, Maggie Byram, Macie Hansen, Mollie Renfroe, Rosie Harris, Paetyn Hopkins, and Courtnee Gronning.

Madilyn Kempe, daughter of Wendy and Karl Kempe, is involved in many activities, including Business Professionals of America (BPA), Basketball, Track and Field, and Cheer. She is a member of the National Honor Society and is on the Honor Roll. Her plans after high school include going to Idaho State University to pursue a career in nursing.

Maggie Byram, daughter of Paige and Brock Byram.  She is a member of the National Honor Society and is on the Honor Roll as well. She is active in her church, serving during a humanitarian trip. She plans to go on a religious mission and then pursue a degree in Aeronautical Engineering from Utah State University. 

Macie Hansen, daughter of Hope and Dustin Hansen, is involved with Cheer, Business Professionals of America (BPA), and is on next year’s Executive Council for Student Council.  She is a member of the National Honor Society and is on the Honor Roll as well. Outside of school, she is an active member of her church and is a lifeguard in Lava Hot Springs. After high school, she plans to go to school to become an ultrasound technician.

Mollie Renfroe, daughter of Becca and Allen Renfroe, has participated in Cross Country and the school play.  She was second runner-up in the 2025 Distinguished Young Women program. She is a member of the National Honor Society and is on the Honor Roll as well.  She is active in her church. She plans to go on a religious mission and then pursue a degree in Creative Writing and Biology.

Rosie Harris, daughter of Lacey and Chad Harris, is involved in Cross country, Basketball, Track and Field, and Cheer. She was the first runner-up and recipient of the Spirit of DYW and the Fitness Award for the 2025 Distinguished Young Women program. Outside of school, she can be found managing a group of people on the family ranch or in various activities and callings for her church. Her goal is to complete her Associate’s degree next year and go on a religious mission for her church.

Paetyn Hopkins, daughter of Kimi and the late Tysen Hopkins. She is active in Business Professionals of America (BPA) and Cheer. She is a member of the National Honor Society and is on the Honor Roll. Cate was the recipient of the Inspire Award in this year’s Distinguished Young Women’s program. Other areas outside of school include serving as a Young Women’s President and working as a CNA or at Arctic Circle. She plans to study Obstetrics and Gynecology after high school.

Courtnee Gronning, daughter of Marcy and Mat Gronning, is active in Basketball, Cross Country, and Student Council. She helped her Cross-Country team earn the State Runner-Up title this past year. She is a member of the National Honor Society and is on the Honor Roll. Other areas outside of school include serving as Young Women’s Secretary for her church, babysitting four kids, and moving pipes in the summer. She plans to play basketball in college while pursuing a career as a Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist. 

The Soda Springs American Legion Post 62 is sponsoring two junior boys from Soda Springs High School to attend the Idaho Gem Boys State.  This year’s Boys State will be held at Gowen Field in Boise, Idaho, June 15th-20th.  Like Girls State, Boys State encompasses learning about city, county, and state governments.  They, too, are given chances to win awards and scholarships.  College credit is offered while attending Boys State as well.  The junior boys representing Soda Springs High School are Cole Garbett and Lane Harris.

Cole Garbett, son of Clay and Deena Garbett, is involved in football, wrestling, and track and field at Soda Springs High School.  Clay is currently the state champion at 215 lbs. in wrestling.  He has also taken second place in shot put and discus at the state level of track.  Outside of school, he works helping pour concrete or work on the elk ranch in the summer.  He plans to attend college and compete in shot put and discus.  

Lane Harris, son of Mark and Cheryl Harris, is involved in Business Professionals of America (BPA).  He has qualified for the state competition in BPA for three consecutive years.  Lane currently serves as the Vice President of the National Honors Society.  He is a member of the National Honor Society and is on the Honor Roll.   Lane has earned his Eagle Scouts award.  He has worked at the Bar H Bar ranch for the last five years.  He looks to serve a mission for his church and attend college afterward.