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Reedsburg Area High School had several Badger Conference Top Scholars for 2026. They were honored this past weekend for their dedication, hard work, and academic excellence. They are, front row, left to right: Molly McGlynn, Katelyn McCann, Danica Monson, Alayna Olson, and Paige Othmer; back row, left to right: Mason Siedschlag, Brady Rist, Logan Fast, Dylan Pearson, and Jonah Williams. (Submitted photo)

The RAHS forensics team did well at State. (Submitted photo)

Front row, left to right are Liliana Gutierrez, Maycee Fitch, Ashlyn Ohan, Brooke Minder, Sayuli Nicolas Martinez, Nene Tokunaga, Byron Diekfuss, Olivia Schafer, Maddie Hooker; back row, left to right, are Matt Smuksta, Amara Feryance, Anna Turner, Danika Monson, Caleb Monson, Jake Lichte, Brooke Kvalheim, Weston Sackett, McKean Ericksen. Not pictured: Maria Santana-Coca, Mason Siedschlag. (Submitted photo)

The River Valley School Board highlighted the devotion and efforts of Kathy Jennings, outgoing School Board President, at their Board meeting on April 9th in their Community Spotlight. The Community Spotlight award recognizes community members who have served above and beyond their role for having a positive impact on River Valley staff and students. After 12 years of school board service as the representative from the Village of Arena, with 10 years as the Board President, the River Valley team expressed deep appreciation for Kathy’s balanced perspective, attention to detail, and incredible leadership. District Administrator Loren Glasbrenner said: “She’s gone through four U.S. presidents. She’s gone through [a] universal pandemic across the world. She’s gone through the closure of elementaries. She’s gone through two Governors. She’s gone through three Superintendents. She’s gone through four business managers. She’s gone through seven referenda questions--and all of it with balance.” He continued: “You’re the best boss I ever had.” Jennings for her part said she had a deep appreciation for the administrator and staff, and they “show up every day for our students and our families and our community.” She also expressed appreciation for the board members, who work “well” together. Saying it has been a honor and privilege to serve on the board, Jennings ended her words with a bit of humor: “So let’s have a good meeting, and don’t make me regret anything.” Pictured, Paula Wedige, Administrative Assistant; Nate and Jimmy Jennings, sons of Kathy Jennings and River Valley alumni; Kathy Jennings, Outgoing Board President; Loren Glasbrenner, Superintendent; and Fred Iausly, Board Treasurer.