Madison Brandt
Madison Brandt - This very involved and active senior was a varsity basketball manager for four years and a varsity volleyball manager for two years She was also involved in golf, show choir, and Meistersingers. Madison served as a Camp Invention counselor, a Science Camp counselor, a GEAR UP Ambassador, and served on the Wapello County Youth and Philanthropy Committee. She was a member of Torch Club and still found time to earn her Silver Cord by volunteering for over 200 hours of service to the community. Madison plans to attend Mount Mercy University to major in Nursing and participate in their show choir.
Greatest Accomplishment - “Maintaining good grades while being involved in so many activities. It took a lot of hard work, but gave me many opportunities for my future.”
Describe something about your OHS experience that stands out to you - “The community surrounding our school is incredible. After attending OHS for four years, I know that students will always be part of the Bulldog Family and that’s something a lot of people aren’t lucky enough to be able to say.”
Leadership Experience - “GEAR UP Ambassadors allowed me to have leadership experiences that I wouldn’t have been able to have if I wasn’t involved in the group. I was also a part of the Wapello County Youth and Philanthropy Committee, which taught me about applying for grants. It also gave me the opportunity, along with other high school students, to be a part of a grant selection process. We were able to select a group who we felt was deserving of our grant money.”
Favorite OHS Memory - “Watching the girls basketball team make it far in the postseason tournament this year. This hasn’t happened for a long time, so I enjoyed watching the girls’ success because they put in a lot of hard work to get to that point.”
Most Influential Teacher - “Ms. Hanson is someone who I know I can always turn to for advice about college and who will answer any questions I have about life in general. She made my college search much easier, and without her I would not know all of the opportunities that are out there for me.”
What lessons will you take away from your OHS experience? - “To appreciate the little things and not take the time I have for granted. This year taught me that nothing is guaranteed, so live in the moment and enjoy it.”
Advice to Underclassmen - “Be involved and try new things. I tried golf my sophomore year and I ended up loving it. Being involved in our school can bring you a great group of friends and will give you a set of experiences that you can use for the rest of your life.”
