Plainfield Patch Honors Graduates: Talk About The Class Of 2020

PLAINFIELD, IL — With in-person instruction canceled for the rest of the 2019-20 school year in Illinois due to the coronavirus, high school seniors are missing out on the last moments of what should be a happy, celebratory time. Many proms and graduations have been postponed, and we know many high school seniors are feeling sadness about missing these milestone high school events.

Plainfield Patch wants to provide a way to share the achievements of our high school graduates, even if it's in a small way. We're asking parents and families to fill out a short form for their graduate, and Patch will compile the information and share it on an ongoing basis throughout the month of May.

We hope that this will give the community a way to share their pride in our Class of 2020 high school graduates.

You can find the form here, or fill it out at the bottom of the article. Here are some responses that Patch has already received for Plainfield's Class of 2020:

Natalie Kelly, Plainfield North

Plans to study psychology or to work with animals

Message from the family: Way to go Natalie!! You worked so hard and come so far...it is time for you to SHINE! Congratulations!!

Joshua Finlay, Plainfield East

Attending Joliet Junior College

Message from the family: We are so proud of you and love you very much. Stay true to yourself and you will succeed. Love, Mom, Dad and Julia

Armando G. Bautista, Plainfield South

Joining the United States Marine Corps

Message from the family: To my youngest child Armando. I’m sorry this pandemic has robbed you of your rites of passage as a senior. Just know we are all very proud of the young man you are and the great man you will become. We love you buddy! Class of 2020!

Grace Glodoski, PCHS

Attending Concodria University Chicago

Message from the family: Congratulations Grace!! We're so proud of you and we love you tons! Mom and Dad

Kasandra A. Torres, Plainfield South

Attending Joliet Junior College

Message from the family: Our Dearest Boo, We are so proud Of all your accomplishments! Your family love you to the moon and back!!

Alexander Lesnicki, Plainfield North

Plans to study aviation flight science

Message from the family: Alexander — We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments. You have to strived so hard to be the best person you can be! Reach for the stars because the future is yours!!! Love Dad Mom and Natalia

Brianna Murray, Plainfield South

Attending Joliet Junior College

Message from the family: Congratulations Brianna on your graduation. We are so proud of you and can't wait to see what the future holds for you. Keep working hard to be the doctor you want to be. We love you!!

Peyton Schmid, Plainfield South

Attending Ball State University

Message from the family: Way to go!! We are so proud of you! Love, Mom Dad and Cooper

Kayleann Scholz, Plainfield North

Attending Oakton Community College

Message from the family: Dad and mom are so proud of you and can’t wait to watch you play college basketball and chase your dreams at Oakton!

Ellie Therese Marmoll, Plainfield South

Attending University of Iowa

Message from the family: Ellie Marmoll, We couldn’t be prouder of you and all your accomplishments. Despite the current situation, you have handled everything with grace and compassion for others. We wish things could be different for you and the Class of 2020. We look forward to all you still have to achieve in life! Congratulations to you and all your classmates! #itsgoodtobeacougar! We love you! Your family

Tyler Emery, Plainfield South

Message from the family: Congratulations we love you so much and are very proud of you!

Graci Scholz, Penn Foster High School

Attending Joliet Junior College

Message from the family: Dad and mom are so proud of you, we can’t wait to watch you reach your dream of becoming a nurse. The sky’s the limit baby girl!

Sydney Hatke, Plainfield South

Attending Iowa State

Message from the family: We are so proud of you Sydney. We are sorry that your high school career had to end this way. We know you will accomplish great things. We love you to the moon and back. Love Mom, Jason, and Tyler

Jimmy Fitzmaurice, Plainfield South

Attending Joliet Junior College

Message from the family: Congratulations! We Love You!

James Howe, Plainfield South

Attending Joliet Junior College

Message from the family: I am so proud of the man you have become. I admire your strength and determination. “Let your satisfaction be in your journey, not in your destination and it has been said that every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember you have within you the strength, the patience and passion to reach for the stars, to change the world. I love you mostest!

Zachary Reeks, PCHS

Message from the family: I am so proud of you and I want only the best for you.

Melanie Shiffer, Plainfield South

Attending Murray State University

Message from the family: Dad and I are so incredibly proud of you!! You have worked so hard and done so much during your high school years. College will be another chapter that you will exceed our expectations and become a strong and wonderfully compassionate nurse! We love you with all our hearts! Dad & Suzy

Samantha Gienko, Plainfield South

Attending North Central College

Message from the family: Congrats on all your accomplishments! We are so proud of you!!! Love, Your Family

Natalie Ingrum, Plainfield South

Attending University of Central Florida

Message from the family: We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished these last 4 years! We know you will succeed in anything you do! Love, Dad & Mom

Brayden Galloy, Plainfield South

Attending Joliet Junior College

Message from the family: We are so proud of you and the man you’re becoming! Love you!

Lindsay Rock, Plainfield South

Attending Eastern Michigan University

Message from the family: We’re so proud of you!!! Keep reaching for those stars we love you to the moon & back a million times over!!!

Jacari Page, Joliet West

Attending Joliet Junior College

Message from the family: Congratulations Jacari! We are so proud of the young man you have become. I’m so excited for your future and what God has you!

Kameron Thornton, Plainfield South

Attending Joliet Junior College

Message from the family: To my wonderful son and the Class of 2020: You are missing out on alot and its okay to mourn the losses. But you are gaining a unique perspective, and with it, an opportunity to be agents of change like the world has never seen. So carry on Class of 2020, you are our future and it is going to be bright. I look forward to watching you walk across the stage very soon. XO

Samantha E Pardo, Plainfield South

Attending Carthage College

Message from the family: Samantha we are so proud of all you have accomplished in this time and look forward to all that is to come for you. We love you!

Lexus Schmalholz, Plainfield North

Attending Joliet Junior College, plans to be a firefighter/paramedic

Message from the family: We are so proud of all of your hard work and dedication!!

Anthony Devea, Plainfield South

Attending Northern Illinois University

Message from the family: Anthony, we love you beyond measure!! You have always been focused on which career path you wanted to follow. Watching you make your dreams become a reality makes us so proud. Work hard honey!! We look forward to cheering you on in the stands at NIU!

Thaison Magett, PCHS

Plans to study music education

Message from the family: Wishing you all the best Love You from Nannie!

Faith Allen, Plainfield South

Attending Western Kentucky University

Message from the family: Go confidently in the directions of your dreams. There will be better days ahead! We love you!

Giselle Flores, Plainfield East

Attending North Central College

Message from the family: Congratulations so proud of you. Best wishes from your grandma

Jake Rutkowski, Plainfield North

Attending Michigan State University

Message from the family: We are so proud of you Jake! You amaze us every day. Here’s to your next adventure.

Cody Gleim, Plainfield South

Attending Lewis University

Message from the family: Congratulations Cody! We are so proud of you and your accomplishments! You will do great things in college. Love Mom and Dad

Donavan Campbell, Plainfield South

Attending Carthage College

Message from the family: Keep sharing your smile, your heart and always remember the Blessings. We love you more. Mom, Dad, Catie and Gavin

Cori Ewald, Plainfield North

Attending North Central College

Message from the family: We are so proud of your athletic and academic accomplishments over the past four years. You are an amazing person and we look forward to watching you excel at North Central.

Julia Lauren Jessen, PCHS

Attending Sweet Briar College

Message from the family: Juju, what joy we have because of you in our lives! God has truly blessed you with many talents and I am so proud to see you honored for them! Love always, Mom

Kayla Pickard, Plainfield East

Attending Joliet Junior College

Message from the family: We are so proud of Kayla Pickard for earning Honor Roll grades, perfect attendance, being promoted at her part time job, buying her own car, and being amazing! Lots of love to her!

Destiny Basham, PCHS

Planning to be an aesthetician

Message from the family: I’m so proud of you! I love you and congratulations!!!!

Cody Kopanski, Plainfield South

Attending Bradley University

Message from the family: Cody, I am so incredibly proud of you. Your dedication, hard work, and perfection for not only your school work, but in all aspects of your life will take you far. You will succeed in everything you do. I am so excited to watch the next four years at Bradley. I am very honored to be your Mom and I love you more than you will ever know. Congratulations on your graduation! Love you. Mom

Sabastian Luis Cano, Plainfield South

Attending Joliet Junior College

Message from the family: You did it son, And you did it with a bang HONOR ROLL all four years, wooo hooo!!! So proud may god contunue his great story in you..XOXO

Natalie Bearbower, Plainfield North

Attending Wartburg College

Message from the family: Natalie (Class of 2020), We are blessed to call you our daughter and we are proud of your accomplishments at PNHS. We have enjoyed watching you excel on the basketball court and competing against some of the best players in our Region. Additionally, your dedication to your studies proves that you are prepared for the next phase of your life at Wartburg College. Go be GREAT and work your heart out kiddo! We are also excited to watch you play college basketball at Wartburg College!! We love you - Mom, Dad, Braden and Brody

Andrew Schmidt, Plainfield South

Planning to study mechanical engineering

Message from the family: Hoping that your future is just as bright as you are. Congratulations, on your graduation son...best wishes for your next adventure!