Eisenhower Jazz Bands
CONGRATUALTIONS to the Eisenhower Jazz Ensemble and "Blue" Jazz Combo both performed for State Jazz Festival MSBOA - earning straight First Division ratings from the adjudicators!
Eisenhower Choirs
Congratulations to all THREE Eisenhower Choirs (Eagle Voices, Women’s Chorus and the Show Choir) came home with First Division Ratings from the MSVMA District Choral Festival which qualify them for State Festival!
Eagles Dance Program
Eisenhower High School Dance Team brought back Large Varsity Hip Hop as the 2022 Champion! Congratulations to our Eagles Dance Team and Coach Rachelle.
The Eisenhower Key Club
The Eisenhower Key Club ran
its annual fundraising drive "Trick or Treat for UNICEF" again this
year. The club
raised a total of $1,647.
National Merit Scholarship Recognition
Congratulations to our Eisenhower Eagles being recognized at the upcoming UCS Board of Education meeting. We have students being recognized as “Commended” and “Semi-Finalist” status in the National Merit Scholarship program. Congratulations to:
Commended students- Nicholas Felarca, Megan Kelly, Kailey MacFadyen, Hailey Nichols, and Kyle Tran
Semi-Finalists-Rohan Aggarwal and Micah Kramer. They are amongst the top 2% of students in the nation and are one of 16,000 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists.
Great work Eagles!
Boys Soccer Team
Congratulations to the Eisenhower Boys Soccer Team. The team competed Wednesday, October 20th in Semi Final play and defeated Rochester High School. After trailing 0 – 2 the team came back taking the match into overtime ultimately winning 5 – 2! Wednesday’s victory means our Eagles will compete in the District Finals Saturday, October 23rd at 6:00 p.m. taking on the Utica Chieftains at Runkel Field.
Marching Eagles
Also being recognized at a board meeting are our Marching Eagles for accomplishments at this year’s MSBOA Marching Band Festival earning 1st Division ratings. Congratulations to the entire Marching Band and:
Drum Majors- Madison Bellman, Lauren Petterle and Isabella Visnaw
Field Commanders- Ethan Delbeke, Frankie Mortillaro and Rosaria Serraiocco
Color Guard Captain Danielle Carlisi
And of course, our Director Mr. Jonathan Carrothers and Assistant Director Mrs. Lawanda Parker. GO IKE GO!
On October 17th the Marching Eagles performed at MSBOA Marching Band Festival at L'Anse Creuse High School - North and earned straight 1st Division ratings! They were evaluated by a panel of three adjudicators in the categories of Music, Marching and General Effect, and received a 1st Division in each. For the uninitiated, a 1st Division equates to a grade of an "A" 2nd Division a "B," etc.🙂
Congratulations to the Eisenhower Tennis Team
Our congratulations to the Eisenhower Tennis Team and Coaches Pearson and Donahue for winning their first Regional Title since 2004! Senior Evan Shallow has broken the school record for most singles wins and is currently 27-12 at 1-singles. Regional champions at each flight include; Evan Shallow in 1-singles, Luke Suchyta in 3-singles, Logan Bergler in 4-singles, Anthony Franco and Austin Endres in 2-doubles, Matt Jennings and Gianni Smith in 3-doubles, and Ken Haemmerle and Peyton Mehr in 4-doubles. The boys have an incredible season going and we wish them the best of luck as they progress through the playoffs.
Art/Film Department
The Art/Film department won two Best of Show Awards and all Excellence! This is a very big deal. Senior Tommy Dilger also received $500.00. Tommy will be going to Savanah College of Art and Design in Georgia this fall to pursue a degree in film making and media arts.
Girls Tennis
Congratulations to our Girls Tennis team who took 12th place at States with Senior Alexis Anthes losing a hard-fought singles battle in the semifinals. Alexis also finished the season with a record most wins in school history for a season.
2021 MIPA Individual Contest Category Awards
MIPA announces 2021 contest results (mipamsu.org)
2021 MIPA Individual Category Contest Awards: Video Division 1 - YouTube
MSBOA Virtual Band Festival Results
Symphonic Band received a Second Division ("Excellent") and Concert Band and Wind Ensemble both received First Division ("Superior") ratings! Out of 15 graded categories, Wind Ensemble received all A's with four A+'s. Jonathan Carrothers, Band Teacher.
Celebration for UCS Teacher of the Year Michael Satawa at Eisenhower
It is another great day to be an Eagle! Congratulations again to Mr. Satawa, special education teacher, on his UCS High School, NOW UCS TEACHER OF THE YEAR Recognition on Thursday, May 20th! The celebration was hosted by Mr. Monroe, Superintendent of Utica Community Schools. His family, students, administration, and staff were on hand to surprise Mr. Satawa in this recognition.
Congratulations to two AMAZING Publications Editors-in-Chief
Seniors Alexis Sharplin & Kendall Westgate were officially named to the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association’s Student Journalist Staff, as two of only 16 top student journalists recognized in the state. Sharplin is the yearbook Editor-in-Chief and Westgate is the News Media Editor-in-Chief. Erica Kincannon, Teacher.
For more about this huge and worthy recognition, please check out:
https://mipamsu.org/mipa-recognizes-2021-statewide-student-journalist-staff/?fbclid=IwAR3jTNt2U8FK4yLGQ3v6iIs9rpjsRs0BNlZNW6uIfWRR6WT7K7llOGMPN8k
Thank you for supporting our student journalists!
2021 Macomb County All-Academic Team
Congratulations to Kai Pendleton, Hariharan Ramakrishnan, Lancelot Rounds, and Nicolas Viulet for being recognized as members of this year’s MAC Dream Team. Eisenhower High School has four students, out of 25 County wide, recognized as members of the 2021 “Dream Team.”
Eagles Dance Program
Congratulations to our Eagles Dance program who competed virtually in this year’s National Competition. After some very hard work and dedication this season, our Varsity Dance Team placed 1st in both the Hip Hop and Jazz categories! Varsity Jazz took the highest score of EVERY category in the entire competition! Additionally, the Junior Varsity Dance Team ALSO placed 1st in both Hip Hop and Jazz and our Eaglettes finished 2nd in Jazz and 4th in Pom. Congratulations to the entire program on their accomplishment and thank you parents and coaches for your dedication and support.
UCS and Eisenhower Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Mr. Michael Satawa, Special Education Teacher, as being recognized as the 2021 Utica Community Schools and Eisenhower High School Teacher of the Year!
Science Olympiad Team Wins Regional Tournament
The Science Olympia team took 1
st place in Macomb County at the Regional Tournament and is headed to the State Tournament on May 1
st. Coach Susan Ogden. Team members include:
Arsinoi Bastounis, Kyle Bergler, Angelina Ilijevski, Molly Klein, Aishani Moradia, Hari Ramakrishnan, Vanessa Cusumano, Nick Felarca, Jason Jimenez, Divya Bartley, Logan Bergler, Jackie Deinek, Joey Tidrow, and Sophia Witulski.
Boys' Varsity Basketball
Congratulations to our Boys’ Varsity Basketball team who won the MAC White with Coach Antishin being named “Coach of the Year.” Also, congratulations to players Sam Grace, Preston Crum and Jackson McHale for being recognized as “All League” with Luke Adamczyk, Mario Getaw and Dalton Crum receiving “Honorable Mention.”
News Media Editor, Justice Seay Earned 3rd Place for a National Competition Award
News media staffer wins big – Ike News
Senior Justice Seay placed third for journalistic photography at NSPA. “I’m most proud of the fact that I was
recognized for a piece I really enjoyed doing,” she said. “I’m very
happy that I not only got to create a work I was passionate about, but
[that] it was meaningful enough to stand out to someone.” This was
Seay’s second award at a national level.
Congratulations!
Teachers Josephine Braun and Nancy Druia, and the Eisenhower Art Department, for being awarded a $1,500.00 grant from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs! This grant opportunity was made available by MCACA to help schools pay for new art equipment, repair of existing equipment or supplies being used within the classroom/school setting. With the help of this grant the students of Eisenhower High School have access to a brand-new printing press and repairs were able to be made to our kiln to support the Arts curriculum. Special thanks to MCACA for this opportunity and to Ms. Braun and Ms. Druia for their dedication and commitment to providing our students a high-quality experience in their art classrooms.
Two National Merit Finalists
- Jamie Greenwood
- Allison Klimek
Congratulations to Eagle Bowler Carter Milasinovich on his perfect 300 game!!
Scholastics Winners
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Student
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Category
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Award
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Dana Hu
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“Solace in Liquid”
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Honorable Mention Portfolio
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Olivia Pine
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Comic Art
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Honorable Mention
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Alexis Sharplin
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Digital Art
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Silver Key
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Heidi Sullivan
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Digital Art
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Silver Key
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Olivia Pine
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Digital Art
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Honorable Mention
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Tommy Dilger
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Film & Anim
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Gold Key
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Tommy Dilger
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Film & Anim
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Silver Key
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Mallory Kort
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Film & Anim
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Honorable Mention
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Amira Martin
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Mixed Media
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Silver Key
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Tommy Dilger
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Photography
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Gold Key
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Tommy Dilger
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Photography
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Gold Key
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Taylor Byrne
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Photography
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Silver Key
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Tommy Dilger
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Photography
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Silver Key
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Tommy Dilger
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Photography
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Honorable Mention
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Tommy Dilger
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Photography
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Honorable Mention
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2020 Football Dream Team
Congratulations to Ike senior, Anthony Cardamone, he was selected as part of the 2020 Football Dream Team.
Virtual District Competition - January 14, 2021
Congratulations to the following students:
- Bianca Candela, Marketing Communications Series Event, received a medal as a District finalist she will be attending State competition in March.
- Trent Baker, Human Resources Series Event, received a medal District Finalist he will be attending State competition in March.
- Ashton Ingalls, Automotive Series Event, received a medal for both his Comprehensive Exam and an Overall District Finalist Medal. He too will be attending State Competition in March.
2020 Yearbook
Through National Scholastic Press Association, the 2020 yearbook earned a First Place critique with three marks of distinction in: (Erica Kincannon, English and Journalism Teacher)
- Writing & editing
- Design
- Photography
Eagles Volleyball Team
The Eagles Volleyball Team was named Macomb County "Team of the Year" with coach LaPratt being named "Coach of the Year."
Student Council
Student Council continued their efforts to support the Toys for Tots program. Eisenhower was able to donate $10,775 to the drive amidst the pandemic. Thank you to all who donated and made this possible.
Michigan Thespian Festival
The Michigan Thespian Festival was held virtually, which was different, on December 4-6th. Below are the final scores to share this with you so you know what they have achieved. Eric Well, Drama Teacher.
2 Sophomores Competed in Events:
- Daniel Perkovich-Monologue Acting -Excellent Award
- Mackenzie Ludwig-Monologue Acting and Costume Design-both Excellent Awards
And 5 audition for college scholarships: they collectively earned $927,000 over 4 years of scholarship money:
- Madeline Balog
- Jack Sanitate
- Olivia Steele
- Marina Terenzi
- Sydney Townsend
MSBOA All State Auditions
A handful of band students took part individually in MSBOA All-State auditions, which required them to submit a recording of challenging music. Students from all across the state have the option to take part in this audition and compete. We have three students who qualified and one honorable mention! Normally they would perform with the other qualifying students from all across the state at the Michigan Music Conference in Grand Rapids in January. Since that conference is being held virtually this year, there will unfortunately not be a performance, but they are still designated as All-State students by MSBOA. Jonathan Carrothers, Instrumental Music Director.
Maggie Howell
Trey Johnson
Erin Widman
Kyle Bergler - Honorable mention
Athletes that have signed as of November 17, 2020:
Ariel Chang (Golf) U of D Mercy
Sydney Palazzolo (Volleyball) High Point University
Kira Buza (Volleyball) Oakland University
Maddy Mets (Volleyball) Oakland Community College
Grace Pabian (Soccer) Madonna University Soccer
Nina Ferraro (Soccer) Grand Valley Soccer
Kylie Kade (Soccer) Madonna University Soccer
Lauren Lutz (Rowing) University of Michigan
Alex Lutz (Cross Country) Western Michigan
Alexis Anthes (Tennis) Saginaw Valley State
Jaden Potance (Cheer) Alma College
Girls Volleyball
On November 5, 2020 the Girls Volleyball team took five sets over Rochester Adams taking the District Championship. Congratulations and good luck at Regionals!! Coach, Caitlin Maloney.
Marching Band Festival
On October 14th, the Marching Eagles performed for the virtual MSBOA Marching Band Festival -- the half-time show was recorded at Swinehart and sent in to adjudicators. The band earned a First Division rating, with 1's in Marching, Music and General Effect, and all A's in the 9 sub-categories! Such a tremendous accomplishment for the students while working through the precautions and limitations throughout the season -- with only eight practices for the whole band to march together, they still worked hard to put together a high-quality performance. Link to the recording is below if you're interested to watch!
Varsity Girls Golf
Eisenhower Eagles captured the MHSAA D1 Regional held at Cherry Creek Golf Club on Wednesday, October 7, 2020. Senior, Ariel Chang took First Place and shot a 70 (2 under par). Coach Jerry Griesbeck. Pictured below left to right: Ariel Chang (12th grader), Riley Dupke (11th grader), Hannah Hubert (12th grader), Ria Patel (11th grader), and Alexis Sharplin (12th grader).
