Kolton Villiger, the son of Amber and Karl Villiger, has been named the October Student of the month at Henry-Senachwine High School. Kolton was selected from a group of students nominated by the faculty. The selection committee consists of high school teachers and the principal.
Currently a senior at HSHS, Kolton is very involved in school and student life. Kolton has been a member of the National Honor Society for two years, a High Honor Roll student for one year, an Honor Roll student for two years, and was nominated for the academic breakfast. He has participated in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for four years; the Mallard Athletic Club for four years; HSHS Gives Back for four years; Student Council for one year; the Prom Committee for one year; and MDWAP for three years. Additionally, he has competed in golf for one year and played on the basketball team for four years.
Outside of school, Kolton is involved in Scouting America as an Eagle Scout and member of the Order of the Arrow, and he also volunteers for St. Jude.
After high school, Kolton plans to attend College for a marketing degree.
On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at the school board meeting, Kolton will be presented with an engraved pen set from the Henry-Senachwine Education Association and a personalized plaque from the district designating him as "Student of the Month." In addition, he will receive a $25.00 gift certificate from Heartland Bank in Henry and a $25.00 gift card from MidAmerica National Bank in Henry.
The student body, faculty, and community congratulate Kolton on receiving this honor in recognition of his accomplishments and contributions at HSHS!