QHS Alumni Spotlight: Amy Moore ’90

QHS Alumni Spotlight: Amy Moore ’90 By: Katie Rodemich ’02 From Quincy High’s tennis courts and journalism class to an internship at WGEM—and ultimately, to a fulfilling career in home health physical therapy, Amy Moore ’90 has followed a path shaped by purpose, resilience, and unexpected turns. Along the way, she’s navigated career changes, adapted…

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Dream Big Grants in Action: Ceramics Education

High-Fire Clay & Glazes Heat Up Ceramics Education at QHS By: Katie Rodemich 2002 In the Art Department at Quincy High School, creativity is heating up—literally. Thanks to a $1,500 grant from the Quincy Public Schools Foundation in Spring 2023, the ceramics program has undergone a bold transformation. What began with basic low-fire techniques in…

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2025 Senior Spotlights

2025 Senior Spotlights By: Katie Rodemich ’02 As the Class of 2025 prepares to take its final bow at Quincy High School, we’re shining the spotlight on a few seniors who have left an indelible mark through their leadership, creativity, and perseverance. Richard Coleman, Avery Hansen, Keyarri Holder, Titus Petty, Anshu Podaralla, and Ashley Walbring…

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QHS Alumni Spotlight: Jerry Douglas ’70

QHS Alumni Spotlight: Jerry Douglas ’70 By: Katie Rodemich ’02 In the late 1960s, Quincy High School was a place of deep-rooted tradition, fierce competition, and an evolving spirit of change. Among its students was Jerry Douglas, a notable athlete whose impact extended beyond the basketball court. As the first of the Douglas brothers—Jerry, Darrell,…

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Dream Big Grants in Action: Move, Play, Think! – VERTI-GO!

The Verti-GO Quincy Initiative at The Academy By: Katie Rodemich ’02 In the fall of 2024, The Academy was awarded an $8,000 grant from the Quincy Public Schools Foundation to launch Move, Play, Think! —a dynamic new program created in partnership with Verti-Go Quincy. The athletic performance facility, founded by QHS alum Tony Douglas ’01…

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Dori Bramer ’17: Capturing Memories with Dreamy Deets

Dori Bramer ’17: Capturing Memories with Dreamy Deets By: Katie Rodemich ’02 As the owner and founder of Dreamy Deets, Dori Bramer ’17 is a talented photographer and videographer dedicated to preserving life’s most special moments. Now offering her expertise as a day-of content creator, she captures everything from grand celebrations to intimate details. Inspired…

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QHS Alumni Spotlight: Sara (Mitchell) Semenick ’98

QHS Alumni Spotlight: Sara (Mitchell) Semenick ’98 By: Katie Rodemich ’02 Sara (Mitchell) Semenick ’98 has returned to Quincy after twenty-years, eager to provide her children with fine arts experiences similar to those that shaped her high school years at Quincy Senior High School. She attributes the unique charm of Quincy to its distinctive character.…

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QHS Alumni Spotlight: Greg Ruth ’05

QHS Alumni Spotlight: Greg Ruth ’05 By: Katie Rodemich ’02 Greg Ruth ’05 recently reflected on his multifaceted high school experience, which encompassed musical pursuits as a trombonist, athletic achievements in tennis and football, and memberships in organizations such as Scholastic Bowl and Chess Club, as well as a brief tenure on Student Council. He…

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Meet Carson Kirk, 2024 Dream Big Award Honoree

Meet Carson Kirk, 2024 Dream Big Award Honoree By: Katie Rodemich ’02 Carson Kirk, an esteemed Quincy Public Schools Foundation trustee emeritus, has afforded remarkable generosity and commitment to the Quincy Public Schools Foundation. His support has played a crucial role in developing the organization and allows the Foundation to positively impact Quincy Public School…

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QHS Alumni Spotlight: Q&A with Bo ’94 & Erin ’97 Knapheide

QHS Alumni Spotlight: Q&A with Bo ’94 & Erin ’97 Knapheide Meet Bo and Erin Knapheide, proud Quincy High School alumni and this year’s Honorary Campaign Chairs for the Quincy Public Schools Foundation Annual Campaign! As lifelong Blue Devils and parents of three current and former QPS students, they are passionate about supporting the future…

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