Eighth grader Keegan Waliczek has been named May Youth Optimist at Prairie River Middle School. Mrs. Nelessen nominated him saying, “Keegan Waliczek stands out as a Youth Optimist. Keegan works hard in class and goes beyond expectations. Keegan is a positive role model, willing to help other students, and is a great team player. He is friendly and respectful and a welcome addition to the classroom. I am glad to recommend Keegan for Youth Optimist.”
Keegan has been involved in football and traveling basketball and has been on the Honor Roll at school. He also attends the Edge Program at St. Francis Xavier Church. He is athletic, creative, and a hard worker.
He is the son of Renee Waliczek and Paul Waliczek of Merrill.