Geneva Patch Honors High School Graduates: Geneva Class Of 2020

GENEVA, IL — Geneva Patch wants to provide a way to share the achievements of our high school graduates, even if it's in a small way. With in-person instruction canceled for the rest of the 2019-20 school year in Illinois due to the coronavirus, high school seniors are missing out on the last moments of what should be a happy, celebratory time. Many proms and graduations have been postponed, and we know many high school seniors are feeling sadness about missing these milestone high school events.

Geneva Patch Honors High School Graduates: Part I
Geneva Patch Honors High School Graduates: Part II

We hope that this will give the community a way to share their pride in our Class of 2020 high school graduates.

Here are the Geneva Class of 2020 high school graduates:

Gianna Damato, Geneva High School

Message from Gianna’s family: "Gianna — We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments that have prepared you for your next adventure. We love you. Love Mom, Ricky and Dom"

Kian Nims, Geneva High School

Message from Kian’s family: "Congratulations, Kian! We know you'll do great in college and beyond! — Mom and Dad"

Payton Kraus, Geneva High School

Will be attending Waubonsee Community College.

Message from Payton’s family: "We couldn't be prouder of you Payton and all your hard work. Congratulations. Love, All of Us"

Ryan Decker, Geneva High School

Message from Ryan’s family: "We love you and are proud of you everyday. The amazing way you are handling this disappointing Senior year is a testament to the fabulous man you are becoming and your future is very bright!"

Joey Pantano, Geneva High School

Joey will be attending and playing baseball for Waubonsee Community College.

Message from Joey’s family: "Joey, you have always been a winner in our eyes, this being your senior year ending this way wasn’t in the plan for you. But you will overcome this, learn from it, and be stronger because of it! Nothing has ever stopped you, and you will go on and keep winning, and make great accomplishments in your lifetime. We will forever be proud of the man you have become, and can’t wait to see your future. Congratulations. Love, Mom and Dad. XoXo"

Mary Clare Voreis, Geneva High School

Will be attending the University of Iowa to study nursing.

Message from Mary’s family: "We love you MC! Congratulations on your graduation. We are so proud of who you’ve become. Love, Mom, Dad, Jack and Katie"

Olivia Lane, Geneva High School

Will be attending the University of Nebraska at Lincoln.

Matt Fehr, Geneva High School

Will be attending the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana.

Message from Matt’s family: "Congrats!!"

Markus Malioris, Geneva High School

Message from Markus’ family: "Markus, you are a never-ending source of entertainment & we love that you are learning a second trade. Can't wait to see what the future brings for you & the entire class of 2020."

Karina Gomberg, Geneva High School

Message from Karina’s family: "Way to go, you did it. Congratulations!! You worked hard and we are so proud of you!!! Love, Mom, Dad and Miya"

Sam Keller, Geneva High School

Will be attending Winona State University.

Message from Sam’s family: "Way to take life by the hand and DANCE! So proud of you!"

Kylie Abel, Geneva High School

Will be attending the University of Missouri to study pre-nursing.

Message from Kylie’s family: "Congratulations Kylie! We are so proud of all your hard work. You will do great things at Mizzou! Love, Mom, Dad, Madison & Evan"

Mark Figueroa, Geneva High School

Will be attending Northern Illinois University.

Message from Mark’s family: "We are so proud of the man you have become."

Matthew Fuller, Geneva High School

Will be attending the University of South Carolina.

Message from Matthew’s family: "We are very proud of you, Matthew. Love, your family."

Michael Hofmann, Geneva High School

Will be attending the Univeristy of Illinois.

Message from Michael’s family: "Congratulations Mike!"

Ethan Causa, Geneva High School

Will be pursuing an education in computer science.

Message from Ethan’s family: "So proud of you Ethan!"

Beau Hill, Wheaton Academy

Message from Beau’s family: "Congratulations Beau! You are resilient!"

Alex Marquardt, Geneva High School

Will be attending Butler University.

Message from Alex’s family: "We are so proud of you, Alex!!! Keep striving for your dreams!!! #ButlerBound"

Tyler Garibay, Geneva High School

Will be attending Waubonsee Community College.

Message from Tyler’s family: "Tyler, we are so proud of you!! We can't wait to see what is in store for your future, you will succeed! We love you, Mom, Ken, Alexis, Audrey, Pop and Gma"

Sam Sanchez, Geneva High School

Message from Sam’s family: "Congrats Sam! So proud of all you have accomplished the past 4 years! Love you! Mom & Dad"

Devin Eileen Murray, Geneva High School

Message from Devin’s family: "We are so proud of you Devin! Congratulations! We love you very much! It has been such an honor to watch you become the person you are. We can’t wait to see what the next chapter of your life holds for you. Aways follow your heart, be passionate about your dreams and fight for anything and everything that you believe in. We love you! Dad, Tracy, Kiley, Bobby, Ryan, Tyler and Dylan"

Emma Jones, Geneva High School

Message from Emma’s family: "Emma, there are no words to describe how proud I am of you. No matter what road you travel I will always be your biggest cheerleader and #1 fan. Congratulations on this huge achievement and may God bless you as you embark on the next chapter in this book called 'Life.' All my love, Mom"

Nick Duer, Geneva High School

Will be attending the University of Maine to study marine biology.

Message from Nick’s family: "Congrats on not only graduating from Geneva but moving on to the newest and chilliest chapter of your life. Our oceans and marine life will be lucky to have you on their side!"

Xander Thomson, Geneva High School

Will be attending Augustana College.

Message from Xander’s family: "Congratulations, Xander! We are so proud of all you have accomplished and can not wait to see where the future takes you!!"

Micaela Sebby, Geneva High School

Message from Micaela’s family: "Congratulations Micaela! We are so proud of all you have accomplished and your wonderful outlook on life! We cannot wait to see where life’s journey takes you! We love you!! Your family"

Addelyn McDonald, Geneva High School

Message from Addelyn’s family: "Congratulations! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see all that you will accomplish! Love you, Mom & Dad"

Cade Connelly, Geneva High School

Message from Cade’s family: "Congrats Cade. We are so proud of you. We are excited for you and your new chapter at UK. Love Mom, Dad & Brady."

Madelyn Hickey, Geneva High School

Anthony Maiorella, Geneva High School

Will be attending Butler University.

Message from Anthony’s family: "'Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything.' — Plato. Anthony, we are so incredibly proud of you. We can’t wait to experience your next big steps. Keep making a joyful noise with your trumpet and know that we are your biggest fans! Dad, Mom, Alex & AP"

Jay Jay Santiago, Geneva High School

Message from Jay Jay’s family: "We are proud of all you and your accomplishment and are excited for what your future brings!"

Cole Hostasa, Marmion Academy

Message for Cole’s family: "Cole, we are so excited for your future! I know that this ending wasn’t quite what you pictured, but you handled it the best you could and we couldn’t be prouder! Go War Eagle!"

Ian Watson, Geneva High School

Will be attending Oberlin College to study human-computer interaction.

Message from Ian’s family: "Ian, your love of reading, learning, science and life has been fun to watch. We are so proud to be your parents. You are deeply loved by your family, and we can't want to hear about your experiences at school. Congratulations!"

Madeline Pozanc, Geneva High School

Message from Madeline’s family: "Your family is so incredibly proud of you and wish you the best in your adventures at MSU in the coming years. Love you!"

Maggie Noble, Geneva High School

Will be attending Cleveland State University to study film and media arts.

Message from Maggie’s family: "Maggie, We are so proud of you! Your hard work and continued perseverance have brought great accomplishments your way. We know this will continue into your future. You are so special and one in a million! Love, Your Family"

Morgan Feeney, Geneva High School

Message from Morgan’s family: "Congratulations to Morgan! We are so proud of what you have accomplished and excited to see what your future holds. Go Illini!"

Nathan Castagna, Geneva High School

Message from Nathan’s family: "Nathan, we’re so proud of you and excited to see what’ the future holds!"