We are excited to feature Joe Schum in our Senior Spotlight!
After graduation, Joe will be attending Parkland College, where he plans to major in Diesel Mechanics.
Song that describes graduation:
“Sum 2 Prove” by Lil Baby
Advice to his future self:
“Keep your head up, you got this.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Show up and do your work. Don’t be negative and have fun.”
Fun Fact:
One side of his heart is smaller than the other
What he’ll miss most:
Wrestling
Favorite memory:
Junior Year Prom
Joe, your determination and resilience will take you far. Wishing you the very best as you begin this next chapter at Parkland!
After graduation, Joe will be attending Parkland College, where he plans to major in Diesel Mechanics.
Song that describes graduation:
“Sum 2 Prove” by Lil Baby
Advice to his future self:
“Keep your head up, you got this.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Show up and do your work. Don’t be negative and have fun.”
Fun Fact:
One side of his heart is smaller than the other
What he’ll miss most:
Wrestling
Favorite memory:
Junior Year Prom
Joe, your determination and resilience will take you far. Wishing you the very best as you begin this next chapter at Parkland!
We are excited to feature Gunnar Auth in our Senior Spotlight!
After graduation, Gunnar will be attending the University of Illinois, where he plans to major in Chemistry.
Song that describes graduation:
“My Way” by Frank Sinatra
Advice to his future self:
“Get on top of your work for college and stay prepped and ready.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Keep everything in control and just have fun with high school.”
Fun Fact:
The fastest moving object ever recorded by man is a manhole cover that was launched into space
What he’ll miss most:
His teachers, talking with people, and having fun with them
Gunnar, your curiosity and personality have made an impact on those around you. Wishing you success as you begin this exciting next step at Illinois!
After graduation, Gunnar will be attending the University of Illinois, where he plans to major in Chemistry.
Song that describes graduation:
“My Way” by Frank Sinatra
Advice to his future self:
“Get on top of your work for college and stay prepped and ready.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Keep everything in control and just have fun with high school.”
Fun Fact:
The fastest moving object ever recorded by man is a manhole cover that was launched into space
What he’ll miss most:
His teachers, talking with people, and having fun with them
Gunnar, your curiosity and personality have made an impact on those around you. Wishing you success as you begin this exciting next step at Illinois!
KidWind Open House – Thursday, May 14th - 6:00 PM
8th grade Bulldog Land team members Alyvia, Kenzie, Maddy, Talyn, and Jacob have been hard at work preparing for the KidWind Worlds event that will be held in Madison Wisconsin May 17th - May 20th. If you are interested in seeing their wind turbine and hearing more about their trip please join us Thursday May 14 in the cafeteria at 6:00 PM. We are very proud of the work these 5 students have put in and know they will do a great job representing our school at the Worlds event.
8th grade Bulldog Land team members Alyvia, Kenzie, Maddy, Talyn, and Jacob have been hard at work preparing for the KidWind Worlds event that will be held in Madison Wisconsin May 17th - May 20th. If you are interested in seeing their wind turbine and hearing more about their trip please join us Thursday May 14 in the cafeteria at 6:00 PM. We are very proud of the work these 5 students have put in and know they will do a great job representing our school at the Worlds event.
We are excited to feature Wesley Neidel in our Senior Spotlight!
After graduation, Wesley will be attending Parkland College, where he plans to study Welding.
Song that describes graduation:
“Us and Them” by Pink Floyd
Advice to his future self:
“Try not to procrastinate in college.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Enjoy high school while you have it.”
Fun Fact:
He claims to be the world’s best pickleball player
What he’ll miss most:
Playing 1st hour PE and welding
Wesley, your sense of humor and laid-back personality will definitely be missed. Best of luck as you begin this next chapter at Parkland!
After graduation, Wesley will be attending Parkland College, where he plans to study Welding.
Song that describes graduation:
“Us and Them” by Pink Floyd
Advice to his future self:
“Try not to procrastinate in college.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Enjoy high school while you have it.”
Fun Fact:
He claims to be the world’s best pickleball player
What he’ll miss most:
Playing 1st hour PE and welding
Wesley, your sense of humor and laid-back personality will definitely be missed. Best of luck as you begin this next chapter at Parkland!
Congratulations and Good Luck!
Gallery 510 Art Exhibit
Friday Announcement Reader
We are excited to feature Quinn Flach in our Senior Spotlight!
After graduation, Quinn will be attending Parkland College, where he plans to study Nursing.
Advice to his future self:
“Keep an open mind.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Explore.”
Fun Fact:
He has 5 siblings
What he’ll miss most:
Spending time with friends
Quinn, we are excited to see all the great things ahead for you as you begin your journey into the nursing field. Best of luck at Parkland!
After graduation, Quinn will be attending Parkland College, where he plans to study Nursing.
Advice to his future self:
“Keep an open mind.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Explore.”
Fun Fact:
He has 5 siblings
What he’ll miss most:
Spending time with friends
Quinn, we are excited to see all the great things ahead for you as you begin your journey into the nursing field. Best of luck at Parkland!
We are excited to feature Avont Jackson in our Senior Spotlight!
After graduation, Avont will be attending the University of Illinois, where he plans to major in Community Health.
Song that describes graduation:
“Flashing Lights”
Advice to his future self:
“Stay positive and think!”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Stay respectful and pursue your dreams.”
Fun Fact:
He says he has the best hair in the land
What he’ll miss most:
Working at school events because they were always so much fun
Avont, your personality and positivity have made a lasting impact on those around you. Wishing you nothing but success in this next chapter!
After graduation, Avont will be attending the University of Illinois, where he plans to major in Community Health.
Song that describes graduation:
“Flashing Lights”
Advice to his future self:
“Stay positive and think!”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Stay respectful and pursue your dreams.”
Fun Fact:
He says he has the best hair in the land
What he’ll miss most:
Working at school events because they were always so much fun
Avont, your personality and positivity have made a lasting impact on those around you. Wishing you nothing but success in this next chapter!
Fine Arts Night – Thursday, May 7th
District Art Show 5:00 – 7:00 in the small gym
IMPACT Family Game Night 5:00 – 7:00 in the cafeteria
Elementary Concert 6:00
4th Grade Recorders
5th Grade Band
5th Grade Choir
3rd- 5th Grade Drumming Bulldogs
MS/HS Choir Concert 6:45
Middle School Choir
High School Choir
MS/HS Band Concert 7:40
6th Grade Band
Jazz Combo
7th/8th Grade Band
High School Band
District Art Show 5:00 – 7:00 in the small gym
IMPACT Family Game Night 5:00 – 7:00 in the cafeteria
Elementary Concert 6:00
4th Grade Recorders
5th Grade Band
5th Grade Choir
3rd- 5th Grade Drumming Bulldogs
MS/HS Choir Concert 6:45
Middle School Choir
High School Choir
MS/HS Band Concert 7:40
6th Grade Band
Jazz Combo
7th/8th Grade Band
High School Band
We are excited to feature Addie Roberts in our Senior Spotlight!
After graduation, Addie will be attending John Wood Community College, where she plans to major in Sports Management.
Song that describes graduation:
“Young Dumb & Broke” by Khalid and “You’re Gonna Go Far” by Noah Kahan
Advice to her future self:
“Find happiness in what you're doing. You will have more fun and time will go faster. You've worked so hard for where you are now, so keep it up and keep going.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Don't let what others think of you control your life. Just try to have fun with it and keep your head up. You can get through any hard moments when you try to.”
Fun Fact:
When she was younger, Addie wanted to own a restaurant in New York City, and the first person she wanted to serve was Taylor Swift.
What she’ll miss most:
Laughing with the people around her about old memories
Favorite memory:
Riding the mine train at Six Flags with her class as their final ride together during their 8th grade field trip
Addie, your positivity and energy have made high school memories even more special. Best of luck as you begin this exciting new journey!
After graduation, Addie will be attending John Wood Community College, where she plans to major in Sports Management.
Song that describes graduation:
“Young Dumb & Broke” by Khalid and “You’re Gonna Go Far” by Noah Kahan
Advice to her future self:
“Find happiness in what you're doing. You will have more fun and time will go faster. You've worked so hard for where you are now, so keep it up and keep going.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Don't let what others think of you control your life. Just try to have fun with it and keep your head up. You can get through any hard moments when you try to.”
Fun Fact:
When she was younger, Addie wanted to own a restaurant in New York City, and the first person she wanted to serve was Taylor Swift.
What she’ll miss most:
Laughing with the people around her about old memories
Favorite memory:
Riding the mine train at Six Flags with her class as their final ride together during their 8th grade field trip
Addie, your positivity and energy have made high school memories even more special. Best of luck as you begin this exciting new journey!
English I
Bement High School Student Recognition Breakfast
SVCEO 2026 Trade Show
We are excited to feature Emma Garlutzo in our Senior Spotlight!
After graduation, Emma will be attending Bradley University, where she plans to study Creative Writing.
Song that describes graduation:
“Slow It Down” by Benson Boone
Advice to her future self:
“Work hard.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Work hard, make every day count.”
Fun Fact:
She received the Presidential Scholarship
What she’ll miss most:
Her friends
Emma, your dedication and achievements have set you up for great things ahead. Wishing you the best as you begin this next chapter!
After graduation, Emma will be attending Bradley University, where she plans to study Creative Writing.
Song that describes graduation:
“Slow It Down” by Benson Boone
Advice to her future self:
“Work hard.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Work hard, make every day count.”
Fun Fact:
She received the Presidential Scholarship
What she’ll miss most:
Her friends
Emma, your dedication and achievements have set you up for great things ahead. Wishing you the best as you begin this next chapter!
We are excited to feature Shelby Senter in our Senior Spotlight!
After graduation, Shelby will be attending Eastern Illinois University, where she plans to major in Business.
Song that describes graduation:
“Motion Picture Soundtrack” by Radiohead
Advice to her future self:
“Consider people more than you do now.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Carefully pick and choose what to procrastinate.”
Fun Fact:
She has never broken a bone
What she’ll miss most:
Her classmates
Favorite memory:
Any class they all have together
Shelby, we hope you carry these memories with you as you begin this next chapter. We are excited to see where your path takes you!
After graduation, Shelby will be attending Eastern Illinois University, where she plans to major in Business.
Song that describes graduation:
“Motion Picture Soundtrack” by Radiohead
Advice to her future self:
“Consider people more than you do now.”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Carefully pick and choose what to procrastinate.”
Fun Fact:
She has never broken a bone
What she’ll miss most:
Her classmates
Favorite memory:
Any class they all have together
Shelby, we hope you carry these memories with you as you begin this next chapter. We are excited to see where your path takes you!
SPORTS UPDATE:
JH Track Meet for today, Monday May 4, 2026 will now start at 2:00 at Okaw Valley due to the predicted incoming storms for this evening.
JH Track students will leave Bement at 12:30
JH Track Meet for today, Monday May 4, 2026 will now start at 2:00 at Okaw Valley due to the predicted incoming storms for this evening.
JH Track students will leave Bement at 12:30
Friday Reader
We are excited to feature Ella Corum in our Senior Spotlight!
After graduation, Ella will be attending Illinois State University, where she plans to major in Elementary Education.
Song that describes graduation:
“Where’d All the Time Go?” by Dr. Dog
Advice to her future self:
“Live in the moment!”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Get involved and soak up every moment, it’ll be over before you know it.”
Fun Fact:
She is the youngest person in her class
What she’ll miss most:
Seeing people she doesn’t get to see every day outside of school
Favorite memory:
Her eighth-grade trip to Six Flags
Ella, your kindness and positive outlook have made a difference here. We are excited to see the impact you’ll make in the classroom one day!
After graduation, Ella will be attending Illinois State University, where she plans to major in Elementary Education.
Song that describes graduation:
“Where’d All the Time Go?” by Dr. Dog
Advice to her future self:
“Live in the moment!”
Advice to underclassmen:
“Get involved and soak up every moment, it’ll be over before you know it.”
Fun Fact:
She is the youngest person in her class
What she’ll miss most:
Seeing people she doesn’t get to see every day outside of school
Favorite memory:
Her eighth-grade trip to Six Flags
Ella, your kindness and positive outlook have made a difference here. We are excited to see the impact you’ll make in the classroom one day!
The family of Nick Shelton presented Mr. David Salefski with a monetary donation in Nick’s memory to support students in the Industrial Technology Department at Bement High School. Nick was a welder by trade—and one of the very best.
We sincerely thank Nick’s family for their generous donation to Bement CUSD 5 and for honoring his legacy in a way that will positively impact our students.
We sincerely thank Nick’s family for their generous donation to Bement CUSD 5 and for honoring his legacy in a way that will positively impact our students.
