OHS's Risinger named BC Chamber's May Student of the Month

Pictured left to right: Scot Shaffer, Principal Zach Quinn, Logan Risinger, and Lynn Risinger

The Bridge City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the May Student of the Month for Orangefield High School is Logan Risinger.

Logan is the son of Ron and Lynn Risinger. Logan’s awards and honors include:

• Graduating in top 10% of class
• District Champion in Golf
• Golf Regional Qualifier
• Golf State Qualifier
• TX UIL Academic All State in Basketball

Logan’s clubs and organizations include:

• National Honor Society
• Varsity Basketball
• Varsity Tennis
• Varsity Golf

Logan’s community service/work experience:

• Volunteers with Little Dribbler
• Athletic Booster Club
• Helped prepare sand bags prior to Harvey
• Helped with clean up post Harvey

Paula Droddy, Technology Teacher, said, “Logan is an efficient and dedicated student. He has had a busy extracurricular spring that includes many accomplishments, but he still manages to take care of business in my class.”

Misty Bellard, Technology Teacher, said, “Logan has taken all three of the courses I teach. I have to say, I miss having him in class this year. He is an energetic young man that can liven up any class. He cares about his grades and works hard to achieve the highest grade he can. He has a drive and determination that will serve him well in life.”

Veronica Johnson, Social Studies Department Leader, said, “Logan is a very fine young man. I had the pleasure of having him in class in fall. He is intelligent, witty and diligent in his studies. A well rounded student who juggles school work with extra-curricular (Congratulations on making it to state in golf). It just shows the dedication and determination that he has that will help him succeed in whatever he decides to pursue. Congratulations, and I look forward to seeing what the future holds for you.”

Selena Hennigan, Math Teacher, said, “Logan Risinger has the gift to light up a room! I will always remember him for his wit, intelligence, and hard work! Logan, congratulations on all you have accomplished! Dream big and never stop believing in yourself! From one Aggie to another, Gig'em!”

After graduation, Logan plans to attend Texas A&M to major in biological science. He hopes to pursue dental school followed by an orthodontic residency.

Logan was presented his certificate and gift bag by Bridge City Chamber Board Member and Lifetime Ambassador, Scot C. Shaffer, owner of Scot C. Shaffer Insurance Agency, at the May coffee hosted by Las Rosas Mexican Restaurant. He received gift certificates and gifts from: COS Printing, Wellspring Credit Union, Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Bridge City, Sabine Federal Credit Union, Sabine River Ford, Neches Federal Credit Union, Bridge City Walmart, Best Day Spa, 5Point Credit Union, and Massage & Spa by Christy.