STUDENT OF THE MONTH

April 2023

Yankton High School senior, Joseph Holan, has been named April Student of the Month by Horizon Health Care and Hot Country 93.1. He was nominated by a teacher at Yankton High School, who says he’s one of those students who always works hard and has a good attitude.

“I really admire the way he commits to working hard and strives to be the best version of himself.”

– YHS Nominator

Joseph has been involved in Yankton High School Bowling, acapella choir, and orchestra. As a singer, Holan was selected to All-State Choir. In his free time he enjoys bowling, hanging out with friends and family, playing video games, singing and music.

On Holan’s nomination it’s stated that he shares his talent with the school and community, “He leads by example. He focuses in class and asks questions when he doesn’t understand or needs extra reps. I observe students going to him for help or questions during class because they respect him and know he is knowledgeable. He volunteers to sing at events within our community, sharing his talents with the elderly in the town as well as singing the National Anthem at sporting events in Yankton. His contributions to the high school and community are so wonderful!”

Joseph’s parents are Laurie and Chuck Holan of Yankton. After high school he plans to enter the workforce and find a job that suits him.

The “Student of the Month” is awarded through a partnership of Horizon Health Care and Hot Country 93.1 in Yankton, South Dakota and recognizes exceptional students in the Yankton School District. Horizon Health Care offers health care and dental services to the cities of Yankton, Elk Point, and Alcester in the Hot Country 93.1 listening area.

Beginning January of 2022 a student of the month is selected each month of the school year. Horizon Health Care selects an outstanding student and awards them with a recognition certificate and a small token, and is recognized on Hot Country 93.1 radio. Officials from Yankton High School nominate students for the award.