MnUSA - MnUSA 2012 Scholarship Winners

Each of the following received a $500 scholarship:

Ashley Kloeckner graduated from Fairmont High School in June 2012, and plans to attend Winona State University. She is a member of the Blizzard Snowmobile Club and races in their local Icekahana. Ashley is involved in numerous extracurricular sports, and works within her community with youth group, coaching summer soccer, and volunteering at the local blood drive. Ashley is the daughter of James & Kathy Kloeckner.

Cora Plombon graduated in June 2012 from Forest Lake Senior High. Along with her family, she participates in numerous snowmobile clubs throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin. Cora’s community involvement includes Community Ed basketball, softball, and church service. She also participates in various extracurricular activities such as the National Honor Society, and has received a number of academic awards. She plans to attend Gustavus College. Cora is the daughter of Bill & Judy Plombon.

Courtney Ehleringer graduated from Morris Area High School in June 2012, and plans to attend Minnesota State University Mankato in the fall. She is an active member of the West Central Trailblazers in Morris, MN, assisting them with fundraisers and trail signing. Courtney is also heavily involved in her school and community, serving on the Student Council for 4 years and earning multiple awards through 4-H. Courtney is the daughter of Dan & Laura Ehleringer.

Joshua Heim graduated in June 2012 from Minnetonka High School. He is a member of the Eden Prairie Snowdrifters, and takes part in their club meetings, events, and weekend rides. Joshua has participated in multiple community and extracurricular activities, including varsity band and Operation Christmas Child. He plans to continue his education at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. Joshua is the son of Ken & Cathleen Heim.

Mitchell Kochmann graduated in May 2012 from Mahnomen Public School. He volunteers his time with his local club, the Mahnomen SnoDrifters, working on trails and helping with safety classes. Mitchell is heavily involved in his school in academics, sports, and music, and also within his community. He was awarded the Region 1 Natural Resources Proficiency award through FFA in 2012. Mitchell plans to attend Concordia College. He is the son of Chuck & Kim Kochmann.

VIctoria (Tori) Lien graduated from Warroad High School in May 2012, and plans to continue her education at Concordia College. She is a member of the Roseau County Trailblazers, and is very active in her community. Tori was inducted into the National Honor Society in May 2011, and served as the treasurer as well as organizing a local blood drive. She is also involved in extracurricular sports, music, and the Roseau County 4-H. Tori is the daughter of Tom & Heidi Lien.