Langford Area High School (LAHS), April 10, 2024 — The corridors of LAHS echoed with excitement yesterday as the cast of the upcoming play "Emma" prepared for their debut performance. Amidst the bustling activity, one standout, Megan Gustafson, portraying the lead character Emma, exuded a remarkable sense of composure as she stepped into the spotlight of Dakota News Now.
Megan's journey to this moment was punctuated by recognition from her math teacher, Mr. Patrick Sayler, who nominated her for the Touchstone Energy Scholar of the Week. This esteemed recognition, a collaboration between South Dakota's Touchstone Energy Cooperative and Dakota News Now, celebrates the achievements of outstanding high school seniors. Mr. Sayler's nomination praised Megan not only for her academic abilities but also for her unwavering dedication to various extracurricular activities, both within the school and her local church.
In his glowing recommendation letter, Mr. Sayler emphasized Megan's diverse talents, remarking, "Megan Gustafson is an exceptionally gifted student whose contributions extend far beyond her academic accomplishments. She is a true asset to our school community and a shining example of dedication and excellence."
The recognition didn't stop there. Lake Region Electric, Langford's local Touchstone Energy Cooperative, presented Megan with a $250 scholarship, further validating her exceptional achievements.
As Megan juggled preparing for her role in the play alongside providing hair and makeup assistance to her fellow cast members, the cameras of Dakota News Now captured her versatility and dedication. Following an insightful interview with Megan, the spotlight shifted to Mrs. Krueger, Megan's English teacher of five years, who expressed her pride in Megan's accomplishments and anticipation for her future endeavors.
Viewers eager to witness Megan's inspiring journey can catch her feature on Dakota News Now during the 6:00 PM news on Monday, May 13th, and again on the morning news on Tuesday, May 14th at 11:00 AM.