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PCHS Class of 2023 Senior Spotlight: Kalyn Hinkle

March 16, 2023

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🥳Senior Spotlight Time!
👩🏼‍🎓Help us congratulate Class of 2023 PCHS Senior, Miss Kalyn Hinkle!
🤍Kalyn is the daughter of Brad and Brenda Hinkle.
Kalyn's favorite quote: "Today's special moments are tomorrow's memories."-The Genie in Alladin's The Return of Jafar
👩🏼‍🏫Kalyn has been active in the following clubs and activities: FFA, FCCLA,FBLA,DECA,SADD, and Varsity Cheer. Her cheer awards include the following: freshman year: first place at regionals and state sophomore year: First place at regionals, second place at state. Junior year: First place at regionals and state Senior year: first place at regionals and state All state awards: 2 my freshman year, 3 my sophomore year, 1 my junior year, 3 my senior year. All State Tumbler x3 All State Jumper x3 All state flyer x3. 
💙We asked Kalyn what her advice would be for incoming freshmen. She said, "Don't waste your time on people who don't want to be in your life. Find your group, get involved, and most of all don't wish it away."
😂Kalyn's funniest memory from high school was when Mr. Lindoff walked out in female clothing in front of the whole school for the day after students raised money for an Interact fundraiser.
👩🏼‍🎓Kalyn plans to become an eye technician after graduation and find a job close to home near family.
🥧We asked Kalyn what her favorite class was at Putnam. She told us, "ELA because Ms. Tosspon teaches us and lets us have fun while learning."
💙Kalyn says, "My most memorable moment at Putnam was winning State for cheer my senior year!"
💙We asked Kalyn what teacher or staff member at Putnam has had the biggest impact on her and why. She said, "Mrs. Stobbe. Not only has she been my coach but she has also helped me in school and even in personal things. She pushes me to be my best and to always have a good attitude."

Congratulations, Kalyn! We are #PutnamProud of you! #pchsclassof2023 #PutnamProud