Students of the Month Program

The students to receive this honor for the month of October are 

Lillian Albert (visual arts) and Elijah Neff (music/performing arts). 

Our visual artist of the month for October, 2024 is Whitehouse senior, Lillian Albert. She is the daughter of parents, Sara Smith and Allen Albert. Lillian enjoys the creative freedom and endless possibilities that art offers. She is keeping it local by attending Bowling Green State University next year where she hopes to earn a fine art degree. Lillian hopes to use her talent to become a concept artist who specializes in character design. We couldn't be prouder of you, Lillian, and we look forward to your future contribution to the local art scene and beyond! become a marine researcher.

The student of the month in performing art is none other than Elijah Neff. A senior from Monclova, Elijah is the son of Philip and Jacqueline Neff. Spoken like a true music lover, Elijah told us that he loves portraying feeling though music and finds interest in the meaning and storytelling music offers. He eagerly participates in all of Anthony Wayne High School's band programs and truly enjoys performing. Elijah plans on attending the Ohio State University where he wants to study English literature and eventually go into law. We at AWAAC know you will, Elijah, and wish you the best of luck!

Visual artist Lila Hippert is a junior at Anthony Wayne High School. Her proud parents are Rachel and Bob Hippert. Always busy, Lila told us that creating art is a way for her to unwind and destress. She says she loves the freedom that art affords her. Lila plans on entering the medical field as a profession but will always make sure to include art in her life wherever it takes her. She is very thankful to her parents and the community for exposing her to art at a young age. We at AWAAC think that’s great, and we are so glad to have Lila as a part of our artistic community! Thanks, Lila!

Our performing artist of the month is Ruby Yates from Whitehouse. Ruby’s parents are Allison Yates and Sean Tilley, as well as Mike and Katie Yates. Ruby practices music and singing for the best reason I have ever heard - it makes her happy! What more reason does anyone need? She also appreciates music for all the friends it has brought her, and the memories made with them. Ruby says she plans on furthering her education after high school but for now, she is just enjoying participating in choir and symphonic chorale. We agree, Ruby, there is no need to rush things; time passes so quickly. Enjoy yourself!

The visual artist of the month is Waterville resident, Anna Patnode. She is the daughter of proud parents, Bill Patnode, and Leah Herner-Patnode. Anna has the distinction of being a student artist who has displayed a work of art in every high school art show. More than that, she also has submitted work in art shows going back to junior high, and even grade school! Like many like-minded artists, Anna appreciates the creative outlook her art affords her. Anna tells us she plans on attending The Ohio State University and then go in to social work. We are very proud of you, Anna. We are sure you will succeed in whatever you choose to do. 

The SOTM in performing arts is none other than Rebecca Koralewski. Rebecca is a senior from Monclova where she lives with parents, Sara and Joe Koralewski. Talk about a multi-threat performance artist, Rebecca is involved in acapella choir, symphonic chorale, symphonic winds, marching band, and theater! Where does she find the time? Rebecca choreographed the Anthony Wayne Junior High musical and has even been invited to sing at Carnegie Hall! Yes, THAT Carnegie Hall. Wow....where will she go from here? Rebecca wanted to take the time to thank all her mentors and teachers for helping her expand her musical career. We at AWAAC are so proud of you, Rebecca!

Our Student of the Month in performance art is none other than Anthony Wayne senior, Devin Schroeder. Devin is the son of proud parents, Allison Aey and Nick Schroeder. Devin is a talented musician with the Marching Generals, competing in solo and ensemble district competitions for three years and receiving top scores. He also enjoys working behind the scenes as a lighting director for numerous AWHS plays and performances such as The Play That Goes Wrong, Matilda Jr., Mamma Mia, Rumors, Willy Wonka Jr., and the soon to be High School Musical. He has also helped with other shows at Anthony Wayne such as Little Mermaid Jr., Once Upon a Mattress, and Clue. 

Devin enjoys working in the theater wings so much that he plans on going to school to be a theater electrician and study all the numerous things that go into a professional stage production. Way to go, Devin! All those shows we love so much are not possible without people like you. All of us at AWAAC couldn't be prouder! 

Our visual artist of the month is your very own, Hayden Heller. Hayden lives in Whitehouse with her proud parents, Aimee and Brian Heller. Hayden tells us that she enjoys art very much as a hobby because of the break it provides her from sports and schoolwork. That's a good point, Hayden; art doesn't have to be a career choice, necessarily. Sometimes it’s just so uplifting to have art be an escape or break from everyday life. Like Hayden says, "I enjoy the freedom." We surely can relate. Hayden is still figuring out her future plans but says art will be going with her wherever she ends up. Way to go, Hayden! We're sure you'll do well in whatever you decide to do.