May Seal of Biliteracy Senior Spotlights

Autumn Russell

Goodland High School

State - Silver Seal in Spanish Teachers: Rebecca Werthmann

What motivated you to earn the Seal of Biliteracy?

I was the first person in my family to take this test. I wanted to do well to show them how important this is to me.

Teacher shout-out

Mrs. Rebecca Werthmann, I want to thank her for being such an amazing teacher.  [You are] someone I know I will always be able to rely on and for that I’m forever grateful.

What are your plans after high school? 

I plan to minor in Spanish and continue to use the language in my career.

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Halle Bhend

Goodland High School

State - Silver Seal in Spanish Teachers: Rebecca Werthmann

What motivated you to earn the Seal of Biliteracy?

I have taken Spanish all 4 years of high school and have enjoyed it very much. I am also going to major in Tourism & Hospitality at Fort Hay State University next year and thought it would be beneficial for me to be able to speak 2 languages. 

Teacher shout-out

Thank you to the amazing Señora Rebecca Werthmann!

What are your plans after high school? 

I will use my Spanish speaking skills at Fort Hays when earning my major in Tourism & Hospitality. I will also use these skills in my future career and beyond.

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Isabella Cadavid

Goodland High School

State - Silver Seal in Spanish Teachers: Rebecca Werthmann

What motivated you to earn the Seal of Biliteracy?

The opportunities the Seal can give you in future jobs.

Teacher shout-out

Thank you Señora Rebecca Werthmann!

What are your plans after high school? 

I will use it when I get a job to possibly get more opportunities.