2005 Year in Review

LeAnn’s Dance Connection Recital

Preschool Class performed "No More Monkeys."

LeAnne’s Dance Connection held its second annual dance recital on Saturday, April 16, 2005 in the Morrison High School Auditorium. Studio owner and instructor LeAnn Schaefer and instructor Laurel Landheer’s students displayed their talents and hard work.

Members of LeAnne’s Connection are:

Preschool 1: Lauren Andersen, Lauren Belsey, Caitlin Breuer, Lexie Connelly, Kirsten Duncan, Chloe Duncan, Payton Johnson, Daekota Knott, Megan Muur, Cassie Osborn, Kortney Queckboemer, Emma Renkes, Grace Scobbe, Hannah Sterenberg, Destinee Vegter, Breanna White and Joey Young.

Preschool 2: Ella Aldridge, Karynna Bonestroo, Dannica Connelly, Carissa Ferry, Randi Heusinkveld, Grace Mayberry, Allison Noble, Bailey Pfister, McKenzie Renkes, Lauren Schlegel, Alicia Sheddan and Hannah Sterenberg.

Kindergarten: Ashley Chrissman, Mady Fink, Summer Kessler, MaKayla Knapp, Emma Kuehl, Karissa McIlrath, Kayleen Scarborough, Shayna Vanderleest and Lauren Vos.

Grade 1: Morgan Bush, Grace Fehlhafer, Demery Haan, Molly Mickley, Alexis Scobbe, Autumn VanBuren and Jaeden Workman.

Grade 2: Parley Belsey, Angela Brearton, Breanna Eissens, Abby Noble, Hannah Norman, Madison Schlegel, Danielle Sheddan, and Gabrielle Sheddan.

Grade 3: Erin Beswick, Elizabeth Buckwalter, Emily Davis, Reghan Edwards, Alex Fink, Allyson Gray, Kara Hamilton, Megan Mann, Toni McCubbin, Morgan McCulloh and Abby Mickley.

Grade 4: Madi Bennett, Morgan Devorah, Katie Fricker, Hannah Gaffey, Janae Nardi, Allison Renkes, Erika VanBuren and Jessica Wieneke.

Grade 5-6: Jill Bajema, Alexis Bealer, Jill Beswick, Morgan Burn, Brianna Connelly, Marie Deter, Nicole Hayenga, Lindsey Inskeep, Holly Mann, Emily Mickley, Alyssa Nelson, Ashley Noble, Kira Riggen, Kayla Tenboer, Ericka Wolf and Hannah Zuidema.

Grade 7-8: Brianna Barnett, Nora Beswick, Whitney Bush, Carol Drey, Kaitlin Duncan, Mallory Hayes, Elizabeth Hess, Kaitlyn Kenady, Katie Kenseth, Amy Landheer, Katelyn Sedig, Ashley Vegter, Victoria Volckmann and Ashlyn Wieneke.

Intermediate: Alyssa Barnett, Alysa Beck, Bethany Gravert, Andrea Vegter, Taryn Wilkens, Nichole Wright and Hannah Zurn.

Advance: Stephanie Andersen, Katie Barnett, Stacy Belha, Darcy Bennett, Kayla Clemens, Rachel Fedyk, Jessica Kuehl, Mallory Navarra, Megan Tenboer, Andrea Tomasino, Ashley Vegter and Monique Vos.

Beginner Pointe: Morgan Burn, Brianna Connelly, Lindsey Inskeep, Emily Mickley, Alyssa Nelson, Ashley Noble, Kira Riggen, Kayla Tenboer, Erica Wolf and Hannah Zuidema.

Beginner-Intermediate Pointe: Brianna Barnett, Jill Beswick, Nora Beswick, Mallory Hayes, Elizabeth Hess, Katie Kenseth, Amy Landheer, Victoria Volckmann and Ashlyn Wieneke.

Intermediate Pointe: Alyssa Beck, Andrea Tomasino, Andrea Vegter, Taryn Wilkens, Nichole Wright and Hannah Zurn.

Advance Pointe: Stephanie Andersen, Alyssa Barnett, Katie Barnett, Alyssa Beck, Darcy Bennett, Andrea Vegter, Ashley Vegter, Nichole Wright and Hannah Zurn.

Graduating High School seniors were recognized and performed solo appearances.

Darcy Bennett: Darcy will be attending the University of Iowa to major in pharmacy.
“Our Lord and Savior asks us to ‘remember ‘ Him every day, I dedicate tonight’s dance to Him in thanksgiving for the many blessings and gifts he has given me, including my passion for dance and my loving family and friends. I thank my parents for allowing me to dance, and my sister and thank them for their support. I thank Anne, Julie, LeAnn and Laurel for their guidance and wisdom. I also dedicate this dance to the other seniors tonight. Even though I did not go to school with them, they always made me feel welcome, loved and embraced me with friendship. Thank you all! May God bless each of you.”

Stacy Belha: Stacy will be obtaining her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Nursing as well as two years for Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
“First and foremost I would like to thank the Heavenly Father for giving me the ability to dance. I would also like to thank my parents for all of their support in everything that I do, especially my mother (I couldn’t have done it without you!). Another big thanks goes to Mrs. Petersen and Mrs. Navarra for helping me pursue my life as a dancer. The past 14 years have been great! Next year I plan to continue dancing at my University. Thank you all, I love you so much!”

Rachel Fedyk: Rachel will be attending West Virginia University to major in Pre-Vet Animal Science.
“I’ve been in dance since I was five years old. Through all the years my family has been very supportive of every activity I’ve ever pursued. Dancing has always been my ‘fun’ activity so I wanted my solo to be a really fun dance. I would like to dedicate my dance to my mother who no matter what goals I put before myself, she supports me and has confidence in me 100 percent. Thanks Mom. Thank you LeAnn and Laurel for a great year.”

Jessica Kuehl: Jessica will be attending Sauk Valley Community College to major in Criminal Justice with plans to transfer to Western Illinois University.
“First of all, I would like to dedicate this dance to my family, especially my mom who has always dared me to make the next move. Second to all of my friends, Daniel especially, for being there for me always either good or bad. Without you guys, I have no idea where I would be. And finally in loving memory of my Grandpa ‘Dick’ Conner, who I know is watching from Heaven and Great-Grandfather ‘Big Papa’ (Jack Wylder) who is one of mo most cherished memories. I miss you and love you all!”

Mallory Navarra: Mallory will be attending Capri College to major in cosmetology.
“Even though I have only been involved in dance for four years, it has allowed me to develop self confidence and creativity. Thanks to my dance teachers, my mom and sister, Emily, who inspired me to ‘break out’ and express myself. I would like to thank my family and friends for their love and support. Thanks to my Grandparents and Aunts for being there to watch my senior recital. I love you all.”

Megan Tenboer: Megan will be attending the University of Wisconsin – Platteville to major in Biology and Psychology.
“I want to dedicate my solo to my senior class. VanHalen’s ‘Right Now’ tells you to work through mistakes and live life to the fullest. I also want to dedicate my dance to my supportive parents. Through all my endeavors and aspirations, they have been behind me. Lastly to my best friend Rachel Jo. No matter what the problem or joy, she is there to share it with me. I love you and you mean the world to me.”

For photos taken by Todd Mickley see PhotoAlbum

by Dawn Zuidema, theCity1.com
April 26, 2005