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The Illinois Softball Coaches Association has filled out the rosters for its 2025 Class 1-A All-State teams, which include a Woodlands Academy Wildcat. Shortstop Evelyn Twohig is among the association’s Second Team selections. Twohig also was honored as the Independent School League’s Softball Player of the Year and the Wildcats’ Most Valuable Player.
Members of Woodlands Academy’s Class of 2025 received their diplomas during the 166th Commencement Exercises held June 4 in the school’s chapel. Kjirste Miller was selected by classmates to address the assembly on behalf of the graduating class, while theology teacher Christine Zapf was chosen by students to be the ceremony’s faculty speaker.
Many Woodlands Academy students – and one of their teachers – were recognized for achievements this school year during the Prize Day honors and awards ceremony on June 3. Highlights included presentation of the 2024-25 Woodlands Award to Avery Drehkoff. The Frances de la Chapelle Excellence in Teaching Award went to science teacher Julia Dunn.
The classroom achievements and community service of science teacher Julia Dunn recently were recognized with the DePaul University College of Education’s inaugural Early Career Alumni Achievement Award. It honors recipients' early professional achievements and ongoing dedication to enhancing educational practices while promoting well-being within their communities.