POLO — Katelyn Rockwood was recently named the November Student of the Month at Polo Community High School and received a scholarship from the Polo Schools Foundation for her efforts. She is the daughter of Tim and Melissa Rockwood.
Rockwood’s extracurricular activities include volleyball, basketball, track, FFA, FCCLA, student council and Spanish Club. After high school, she plans to pursue a career in radiology.
Upon winning the award, Rockwood filled out a list of questions about her school experience.
What does it take to be a successful high school student?
-Stay on top of homework but also make sure to be involved in as many things as you can. Sign up for clubs, volunteer, and go to school events. It’s good to have a balance between school work and activities you like to do.
What class do you find really engaging and why?
-One of my favorite classes this year is Advanced Biology taught by Gina Cole. We have completed many hands-on labs. We learn so much in class and the labs allow us to observe and study the material we are learning. Mrs. Cole is so knowledgeable about what she is teaching and keeps the class interesting. It is so much fun learning something new every day.
What are your career and post-graduation plans?
-All summer I plan to spend time with my friends and show my goats and cattle at fairs. My cousin and I are going to plan a trip to spend time with my grandparents. After the summer I plan to attend Sauk and enroll into the radiology program.
What are your two favorite extracurricular, volunteer or community activities you participate in?
-My two favorite activities outside of sports are 4-H and FFA. I have been involved in 4-H since I was eight and have shown goats and cattle the majority of those years. Raising and showing livestock have shown me how to handle big responsibilities and how to manage my time. FFA has so many opportunities to try new things and to meet new people.
Please share a moment, group event or activity at school that was meaningful or memorable.
-On senior night for volleyball my grandparents drove nine hours to watch my game. I had no idea they were coming so it was the best surprise.
What is your hope for the future?
-I want to find a job I love, hopefully as a radiologic technologist. I hope to have my own family and live a long happy life.
