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December 10, 2018
Rosemount High School has nominated Ellie Ackland and Jonathan Wise for the ExCEL (Excellence in Community, Education and Leadership) Award.
Sponsored by the Minnesota State High School League, ExCEL is a unique recognition program designed exclusively for Minnesota high school juniors. Students who are active in fine arts and/or athletic activities, who show leadership qualities, and who are model citizens in their community are eligible for the award.
ExCEL Award recipients are selected through a multi–level process that involves League member schools and an independent panel of judges from schools throughout Minnesota. Award recipients will be recognized on KMSP–TV during the Girls' and Boys' State Hockey and Basketball tournaments.
Ellie Ackland is the daughter of Brian and Jennifer Ackland. She is on the "A" honor roll and has a GPA of 3.850. She is an officer in the Tri–M Honor Society, as well as a member of the National Honor Society. She has earned an academic letter each year of her high school career. Ellie is a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. She is a Captain of the Irishettes Dance Team for both fall and winter, and was awarded the "Best Kick Award". She lettered in competitive dance both her freshman and sophomore years. Ellie also lettered in Advance Dance Technique her sophomore year. She also participates in Girls Golf. Ellie is active in choir, lettering her sophomore year, and earning superior ratings, both her freshman and sophomore years in Small Ensemble Competition. She participates as a singer and dancer in On Stage and choreographer for the annual Dance Show. Ellie has volunteered at Feed My Starving Children, The Salvation Army, The Lord's Kitchen, Haven Housing, Vacation Bible School, Local Senior assisted–living facilities and Prince of Peace Church. In addition, Ellie is a Vacation Bible School leader and has participated in mission trips both locally and out–of–state. She is also a member of the Just For Kix Dance Team in Farmington.
Jonathan Wise is the son of Jim and Theresa Wise. He is on the "A" honor roll and has a GPA of 3.967. He is a member of National Honor Society and National French Honor Society. Jonathan also participates in Student Council and is a member of the Math Team. He has been on the Varsity Swim and Dive Team since 9th grade and nominated for All Conference Honorable Mention last year. Jonathan was a State finalist on his Club Swim Team. He took 1st Place in a Triathlon for his age group the past two years. In addition, Jonathan also took 1st place in the Swim in Lakes Country Open Division, the past three years. He earned a superior rating in Solo/Ensemble and was a member of the Pep Band. Jonathan participates in Trio Band and performs for seniors in the community. He also is a Chapter Officer in DECA. Jonathan qualified for State the past two years and was a National/International qualifier as a sophomore for DECA. He has held a number of volunteer positions throughout the community. Jonathan is an Officer in the Best Buddies Program. He is a Sunday School teacher, Confirmation Youth Mentor and has participated in Mission Trips to Peru. Jonathan is also a leader in Youth Teaching Youth as well as a Peer Tutor.
Congratulations to Ellie and Jonathan on this great accomplishment.
