Alumni
A long and proud tradition
As the oldest school district in the state, we have a long history and countless points of Pony pride. But nothing makes us prouder than our incredible alumni. We've graduated generations of our community's best and brightest, and they've gone on to accomplish amazing things.
Alumni News
![Distinguished Alumni Thumbnail]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1683838474/stillwaterschoolsorg/pvxwoboualoegsyxcl60/DistinguishedAlumni-2023-square.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1683838474/stillwaterschoolsorg/pvxwoboualoegsyxcl60/DistinguishedAlumni-2023-square.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1683838474/stillwaterschoolsorg/pvxwoboualoegsyxcl60/DistinguishedAlumni-2023-square.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1683838474/stillwaterschoolsorg/pvxwoboualoegsyxcl60/DistinguishedAlumni-2023-square.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1683838474/stillwaterschoolsorg/pvxwoboualoegsyxcl60/DistinguishedAlumni-2023-square.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1683838474/stillwaterschoolsorg/pvxwoboualoegsyxcl60/DistinguishedAlumni-2023-square.png","width":1800}])
Five selected as 2023 Distinguished Alumni
Five individuals will be honored for distinction after graduating from Stillwater Area High School.
![superintendent with new graduate]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1682608038/stillwaterschoolsorg/nxfac56mry4oudows24c/IMG_4623.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1682608038/stillwaterschoolsorg/nxfac56mry4oudows24c/IMG_4623.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1682608038/stillwaterschoolsorg/nxfac56mry4oudows24c/IMG_4623.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1682608038/stillwaterschoolsorg/nxfac56mry4oudows24c/IMG_4623.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1682608038/stillwaterschoolsorg/nxfac56mry4oudows24c/IMG_4623.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1682608038/stillwaterschoolsorg/nxfac56mry4oudows24c/IMG_4623.jpg","width":2200}])
High school student finally gets diploma after 65 years
82-year-old Nile Kriesel receiving an honorary high school diploma.
![1983 Alumni logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1679927421/stillwaterschoolsorg/zh67ax80w2wnqysl11to/Alumni_1983.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1679927421/stillwaterschoolsorg/zh67ax80w2wnqysl11to/Alumni_1983.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1679927421/stillwaterschoolsorg/zh67ax80w2wnqysl11to/Alumni_1983.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1679927421/stillwaterschoolsorg/zh67ax80w2wnqysl11to/Alumni_1983.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1679927421/stillwaterschoolsorg/zh67ax80w2wnqysl11to/Alumni_1983.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1679927421/stillwaterschoolsorg/zh67ax80w2wnqysl11to/Alumni_1983.png","width":1800}])
Class of 1983 Reunion!
Saturday, July 29, 2023
Stillwater Event Center
1910 Greeley St S,
Stillwater, MN 55082
6:00 P.M. - 1:00 A.M.
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Four selected as 2022 Distinguished Alumni
This year’s class of Distinguished Alumni includes: Jessie Diggins (Class of 2010); Dr. Patrick Hicks (Class of 1988); Danielle Mkali (Class of 1996); and Edward W. Simonet (Class of 1967).
Class Reunions
Stillwater Area Public Schools does not plan reunions. It is up to each individual graduating class to organize their own.
If you are planning a class reunion, please fill out this form with the details and we will post the information here on our website along with on the SAHS Alumni Facebook page.
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Distinguished Alumni
The Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes individuals who have placed a high priority on education and service to others, becoming role models for this and future generations. Dr. Jon Swenson, a Stillwater Area High School principal, initiated this award in 1987.
A committee through a nomination process selects the award recipients each. The chosen Distinguished Alumni are honored at a reception prior to graduation and at the commencement ceremony.
Find a Distinguished Alumni by Career Path
![David Pierce]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1683651113/stillwaterschoolsorg/xkeewzb1rppco5wl9rq9/DavidPierceLargefilesizephoto.jpg","width":212}])
2023 inductee David M. Pierce, Ph.D. (Class of 1992), a biomedical engineer who has made significant contributions to the field of soft tissue mechanics.
![Zach Sobiech]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1683651300/stillwaterschoolsorg/wozwkenidsxv6gz1z23p/ZachSobiech.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1683651300/stillwaterschoolsorg/wozwkenidsxv6gz1z23p/ZachSobiech.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1683651300/stillwaterschoolsorg/wozwkenidsxv6gz1z23p/ZachSobiech.jpg","width":525}])
2023 inductee Zach Sobiech (Class of 2013), his inspirational song “Clouds” went viral and helped raise millions of dollars for cancer research.
![Pete Winslow]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1683651512/stillwaterschoolsorg/sfdrgjaztziiti25zta2/PeteWinslow.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1683651512/stillwaterschoolsorg/sfdrgjaztziiti25zta2/PeteWinslow.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1683651512/stillwaterschoolsorg/sfdrgjaztziiti25zta2/PeteWinslow.jpg","width":744}])
2023 inductee Pete Winslow (Class of 2012), two-time world champion member of the U.S. Power Soccer National Team who advocates for athletes with disabilities.
![Sara Zara Zanussi]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1683651875/stillwaterschoolsorg/zjjlucwoopiu0sz7xvw6/SaraZaraZanussi.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1683651875/stillwaterschoolsorg/zjjlucwoopiu0sz7xvw6/SaraZaraZanussi.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1683651875/stillwaterschoolsorg/zjjlucwoopiu0sz7xvw6/SaraZaraZanussi.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1683651875/stillwaterschoolsorg/zjjlucwoopiu0sz7xvw6/SaraZaraZanussi.jpg","width":1067}])
2023 inductee Sara Zara Zanussi (Class of 2006), musical entrepreneur dedicated to empowering disadvantaged youth through music for social change.
![Glenn Harris]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1683650891/stillwaterschoolsorg/fwi10ovrco6zbiidyodt/GlennHarris.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1683650891/stillwaterschoolsorg/fwi10ovrco6zbiidyodt/GlennHarris.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1683650891/stillwaterschoolsorg/fwi10ovrco6zbiidyodt/GlennHarris.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1683650891/stillwaterschoolsorg/fwi10ovrco6zbiidyodt/GlennHarris.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1683650891/stillwaterschoolsorg/fwi10ovrco6zbiidyodt/GlennHarris.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1683650891/stillwaterschoolsorg/fwi10ovrco6zbiidyodt/GlennHarris.jpg","width":2200}])
2023 inductee Glenn T. Harris (Class of 1991), the U.S. Air Force Brigadier General oversees the operation of the country’s nuclear arsenal.
![Jessie Diggins with flag]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1651674862/stillwaterschoolsorg/pds2hyiicp6hyj94dudz/JessieDiggins_thumb.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1651674862/stillwaterschoolsorg/pds2hyiicp6hyj94dudz/JessieDiggins_thumb.png","width":418}])
2022 inductee Jessie Diggins (Class of 2010) is the most decorated American cross-country skier of all time.
![Dr David Hicks]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1651675089/stillwaterschoolsorg/vrjrhbfplna3rtaxzjqo/DrDavidHicks_thumb.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1651675089/stillwaterschoolsorg/vrjrhbfplna3rtaxzjqo/DrDavidHicks_thumb.png","width":420}])
2022 inductee Dr. Patrick Hicks (Class of 1988) is an internationally noted author, speaker, academic, and professor.
![Danielle Mkali]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1651675379/stillwaterschoolsorg/wsuw09zo463s4zithar2/DanielleMkali_thumb.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1651675379/stillwaterschoolsorg/wsuw09zo463s4zithar2/DanielleMkali_thumb.png","width":418}])
2022 inductee Danielle Mkali (class of 1996) has dedicated her career to building community cooperatives to create wealth building opportunities with Black people.
Where Are Pony Alumni Now?
