Marshalltown High School (MHS) is proud to announce that 24 students from the Class of 2025 will graduate with a college degree from Marshalltown Community College (MCC), in addition to earning their high school diplomas. This impressive accomplishment highlights the dedication of these students and the strength of the academic partnership between MHS and MCC.
Through a combination of advanced coursework, dual credit opportunities, and personalized academic support, these students have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to their education. They are among the growing number of MHS students taking advantage of the opportunity to jumpstart their college careers while still in high school.
The following students will earn degrees or diplomas from Marshalltown Community College: Mariana Aguilera (Associate of Arts); Mia Aguinaga (Associate of Arts); Steven Avila (Construction Residential Practitioner Diploma); Lucas Bantz (Associate of Arts); Lincoln Barker (Associate of Arts); Isaac Benscooter (Associate of Arts); Alyssa Braye (Associate of Arts); Victoria Corona (Associate of Arts); Owen Eaton (Associate of Arts, Associate of Science in Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics); Eh Gay (Associate of Arts); Charles Gilbertson (Associate of Arts); Gissel Hernandez Ibarra (Associate of Arts); Ari Herrera (Associate of Arts); Tamara Mejia (Associate of Arts); David Monge (Manufacturing Welding Practitioner Diploma); Lay Gay Paw (Associate of Science in Biology); Davis Ragland (Associate of Arts); Elliana Rottink (Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Teacher Licensure); Anna Smigowka (Associate of Arts); Ella Spitzli (Associate of Arts); Landon Stanley (Associate of Arts); Zander Stupp (Associate of Science in Engineering); Izaiah Wilder (Associate of Arts); Brandon Yepez (Construction Residential Practitioner Diploma).
"This is an extraordinary milestone for these students, their families, and our school community,” said MHS Principal Justin Boliver. “ It takes incredible focus, time management, and drive to meet the demands of both high school and college coursework. We are incredibly proud of these young leaders and excited to see how they continue to excel in their futures."
“Marshalltown High School students have seized the opportunity to earn their Associate of Arts (AA) degrees through the Iowa dual enrollment program, a testament to their dedication and ambition,” said MCC Provost Matt Schmit “This initiative not only accelerates their academic journey but also significantly reduces the financial burden of higher education for those students and their families”