Scholar of the Week Program

What does it take to be a Touchstone Energy Scholar of the Week? It's not just about grades or athletic ability. It takes a well-rounded individual that excels in the classroom and the community.

Touchstone Energy Cooperatives and Dakota News Now have joined together to recognize the achievements of high school seniors throughout the region. "Touchstone Energy Scholar of the Week" has been celebrating the achievements of high school seniors since 2002. Recipients are highly motivated high school seniors who excel in the classroom and community. This program was founded on the four pillars of Touchstone Energy: Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and a Commitment to Community.

For more information on the program please contact:

Member Service Advisor Aaron Melichar or Member Service Representative Chantelle Jungemann at (605) 463-2507.

 

2023-2024 Scholars

In the 2024-2025 school year, Bon Homme Yankton Electric was proud to recognize one Scholar of the Week in our service area.

Lila Vanderlei

Bon Homme Yankton Electric is happy to award Avon High School Senior, Lila Vanderlei, daughter of Craig and Amy Vanderlei from Springfield SD as one of this years Scholar of the Week. 

Lila was nominated as she represents a model student. She has work ethic like none other. Is involved in multiple extra-curricular activities while maintaining her academics. She takes higher-level classes to better prepare her for her future coursework. Over the past few years, she has been a big part of the athletic teams as well. Earning her All-Conference awards in multiple sports. Lila has also been part of choir and band for the past four years. 

Lila will be featured on Dakota News Now during the 6:00 pm news on Monday, April 28th and again on Dakota News Now morning news on Tuesday, April 29th between 6:00 am and 7:00 am. 

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