Benjamin Logan High School Welcomes New Members to the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica

Benjamin Logan High School proudly inducted twelve new members into the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica, an esteemed honor society for high-achieving Spanish language students, in a special ceremony. Under the guidance of Spanish teacher and advisor Nelly Hughes, these students have demonstrated outstanding commitment to their language studies and embody the values of scholarship, service, and enthusiasm for Hispanic culture.
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The new members inducted into the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica are:

• Cason Bothel
• Hadley Boysel
• Marlee Butcher
• Ella Chamberlain
• Kameron Lockwood
• Mercedes Marcinko
• Rylan Norviel
• Sidney Sallee
• Junah Tingley
• Aidan Todd
• Dylan Vance
• Blake Zoldak
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The ceremony was led by current Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica officers:

• Taytum Daniels, President
• Tristan Sheets, Vice President
• Eric Hughes, Secretary
  
  

In an especially heartfelt part of the ceremony, senior members recognized staff members who have significantly impacted their high school journeys. Each student honored a teacher or mentor who supported and inspired them in their academic and personal growth:

• Lahna Cook recognized Mr. Cody LeMay
• Taytum Daniels honored Mrs. Kelly Gibson
• Kate Gulick acknowledged Mrs. Trish Hemmelgarn
• Eric Hughes paid tribute to Mr. David Wood
• Bailey Lewis expressed gratitude to Mr. Michael Kettler
• Ava Liles recognized Mrs. Shelly Lane
• Kameron Lockwood honored Mrs. Jodie Kavanagh
• Keeli Rostofer acknowledged Mrs. LeAnn Freehauf
• Lily Rudolph paid tribute to Mrs. Jodie Kavanagh
• Sidney Sallee recognized Mr. Joel Phillips
• Tristan Sheets honored Mrs. Shelly Lane
• Noah Stanford acknowledged Mrs. Shelly Lane
• Dylan Vance paid tribute to Mr. Spencer Reames
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High School Principal Annette Ramga-Alatorre expressed her admiration for this special moment, stating, "I particularly enjoyed the part where each senior honored a staff member who has made an impact on their young lives. Each of the seniors’ messages were profound and came from the heart. Some were funny, and some were very tear-jerking, but all spoke of the impact that a staff member had on them – wow!" Her reflections underscored the meaningful connections between students and staff at Benjamin Logan High School, highlighting the lasting influence these relationships have on students' lives.
 
This memorable event was captured through the lens of Yearbook photographer Kearstin Linkinhoker, whose photos will help commemorate the occasion for years to come.
The Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica at Benjamin Logan High School continues to encourage students to excel in Spanish and foster appreciation for Hispanic cultures. The addition of these new members strengthens the society’s mission and enriches the academic and cultural life of our school.