ALTON - Noah Menke has been an exceptional student-athlete in his four years at Marquette Catholic High School. His community involvement has also been exceptional.

Noah Menke.The senior boasts a 4.67 GPA, has earned 24 college dual-credit hours, and completed 145 hours of community service.

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In addition to his academic and leadership roles, Menke has competed athletically in golf and football for two years each and basketball for four years. He recalled a highlight from his senior football season for the Explorers as scoring two touchdowns against Madison and helping lead the team to the playoffs.

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Menke, a four-year member of the High Honor Roll, has balanced rigorous coursework with active participation in extracurricular activities. He is a member of the National Honor Society and the Breast Cancer Awareness Club, and serves as a Student Ambassador.

The son of Steve and Kim Menke, Noah attended St. Mary’s Catholic School in Alton before enrolling at Marquette Catholic. He credits the high school with preparing him academically for college and providing opportunities for spiritual growth.

Menke plans to attend Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, where he has been awarded the Cougar Pride Scholarship, to pursue a degree in accounting.

 

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