During our annual awards ceremony we recognize students for their achievements, and present the present our local scholarships winners with their awards. The 2022 ceremony opened with a flag salute, led by Evan Espinoza, before Mrs. Salgado called up the 31 students who received the state seal of biliteracy. Following the biliteracy awards, the Career and Technical Education (CTE) students received certificates of recognition for completing their chosen pathway, which is a two to three year commitment. During the final portion of the evening, donors and representatives of our many local scholarships awarded students a total of $55,000 in local scholarships. Though many students were honored over the course of the evening, there were a few who stood above. Keep scrolling to see some of our top students for the class of 2022.
During our annual awards ceremony we recognize students for their achievements, and present the present our local scholarships winners with their awards. The 2022 ceremony opened with a flag salute, led by Evan Espinoza, before Mrs. Salgado called up the 31 students who received the state seal of biliteracy. Following the biliteracy awards, the Career and Technical Education (CTE) students received certificates of recognition for completing their chosen pathway, which is a two to three year commitment. During the final portion of the evening, donors and representatives of our many local scholarships awarded students a total of $55,000 in local scholarships. Though many students were honored over the course of the evening, there were a few who stood above. Keep scrolling to see some of our top students for the class of 2022.
One of the most recognized students of our 2022 awards night was Evan Espinoza, who received many honors and scholarships over the course of the night recognizing his success academically, athletically, and socially. Evan has run Cross Country and Track all four years of High School. He finished his Cross-Country season ranked third in the Section and was a State qualifier. During his High School career, he broke the school record in the 5K, 800 meters, 1600 meters, 1 Mile, 3200 meters, and 2 miles. He finished the season first place in the league for the 800, 1600, and 3200. He finished second place at Sections and will be raced in the Masters Semi-Final State Race. As a student, Evan is at the top of his class. In the words of vice principal Kerry Whitfield, “Evan is a very kind, respectful, young man, and we couldn’t ask for a better representative of Waterford High School.” Evan was the 2022 recipient of the SAL Scholar Athlete award for Waterford High School, which recognizes him as the male athlete with the highest GPA.
Calista Friesen was recognized on awards night for a variety of accomplishments, including awards for her service and volunteerism. In addition to her local awards and scholarships, Calista Friesen was recognized as the 2022 SAL Scholar Athlete, for being the female athlete with the highest GPA at Waterford High School.
Aiden is another star student who recognized multiple times on awards night. Staff affectionately referred to Aiden as Waterford’s own Captain Hook, for his notable role in the drama club’s fall production of Peter/Wendy. “In addition to being a top student, Aiden has been an active participant in both music and drama productions during high school. His unique ‘sparkle’ uplifts and inspires those around him. Truly, there is no one else quite like him,” said Mrs. Noceti, who leads Waterford High School’s Drama Club. Aiden was one of the two student speakers at Waterford HS's 2022 graduation.
Monica was recently awarded a $2,000 TRM college scholarship from the Modesto Marathon and Teens Run Modesto Program. In addition to running cross country and track at WHS, Monica has run one half marathon and two full marathons with the WJHS branch of the Teens Run Modesto program.
Hannah was recognized for a variety of achievements at the awards ceremony. Over the course of high school, Hannah has participated in an astounding 21 teams/seasons and taken many AP courses. She was an active FFA member, and has been showing animals since she was 2.5 years old - including her own herd! During COVID, Hannah spent a lot of time working in the orchard with her parents, driving large equipment and harvesting. She plans to attend Stan. State and become a special education teacher.
Griscelda's name was called frequently at the awards banquet. In addition to being a high achieving student, Griscelda is an active member of FFA, receiving many chapter honors. Griscelda received the State Seal of Biliteracy, and gave a speech at graduation in both English and Spanish.
Josh is pursuing a career in the army, and set to complete basic training at Fort Jackson, SC. in August as a part of the 1st Battalion, 34th Infantry Regiment.
One of the most recognized students of our 2022 awards night was Evan Espinoza, who received many honors and scholarships over the course of the night recognizing his success academically, athletically, and socially. Evan has run Cross Country and Track all four years of High School. He finished his Cross-Country season ranked third in the Section and was a State qualifier. During his High School career, he broke the school record in the 5K, 800 meters, 1600 meters, 1 Mile, 3200 meters, and 2 miles. He finished the season first place in the league for the 800, 1600, and 3200. He finished second place at Sections and will be raced in the Masters Semi-Final State Race. As a student, Evan is at the top of his class. In the words of vice principal Kerry Whitfield, “Evan is a very kind, respectful, young man, and we couldn’t ask for a better representative of Waterford High School.” Evan was the 2022 recipient of the SAL Scholar Athlete award for Waterford High School, which recognizes him as the male athlete with the highest GPA.
Calista Friesen was recognized on awards night for a variety of accomplishments, including awards for her service and volunteerism. In addition to her local awards and scholarships, Calista Friesen was recognized as the 2022 SAL Scholar Athlete, for being the female athlete with the highest GPA at Waterford High School.
Aiden is another star student who recognized multiple times on awards night. Staff affectionately referred to Aiden as Waterford’s own Captain Hook, for his notable role in the drama club’s fall production of Peter/Wendy. “In addition to being a top student, Aiden has been an active participant in both music and drama productions during high school. His unique ‘sparkle’ uplifts and inspires those around him. Truly, there is no one else quite like him,” said Mrs. Noceti, who leads Waterford High School’s Drama Club. Aiden was one of the two student speakers at Waterford HS's 2022 graduation.
Monica was recently awarded a $2,000 TRM college scholarship from the Modesto Marathon and Teens Run Modesto Program. In addition to running cross country and track at WHS, Monica has run one half marathon and two full marathons with the WJHS branch of the Teens Run Modesto program.