Extracurricular activities are wonderful ways for students to get involved in their community, whether it be in or out of a school environment. From performing arts to personal ventures, these five students have shown exceptional involvement and success in places outside of their academic pursuits.
Kaytlin Fenner
By Vivien Grable
Although not insanely popular like some students here at Rangeview, senior Kaytlin Fenner has had a blast throughout high school. Those who know her describe Fenner as a very relatable and reliable person, which makes
sense as Fenner is already well on her way to becoming an adult.
Fenner has started her own small business by making press-on nail sets. She first got into making nails because of her own personal habits, saying, “I realized how much money I was spending on nails and so I started teaching myself to do my own.” Once Fennerfelt confident with her practice, she realized that she could make and sell nail sets to others in an attempt to make some money on the side.
Not only is Fenner a small business owner, she also likes doing other creative things, such as photography and painting. She especially enjoys photography due to the ability to “be creative and capture bits of life.” Although Fenner loves to do artistic activities, she doesn’t see herself having a full career in art.
Rather, Fenner would like to pursue a career in the sciences. However, while pursuing the degree needed for her desired career, Kaitlyn is considering starting a small photography business, as she enjoys photography so much.
Currently, Fenner is proud of how much she has achieved recently, but the thing that she believes her younger self would be most proud of is “finding friends who make me happy and are good for me.”
No matter what Fenner ends up doing with her life, she’s sure to become an amazing person.
Ramon Lopez
By Tatiana Holguin
Ramon Lopez does it all. Junior class Vice President, Vocal Choir Chromatics Vice President, MC2 Intern, Track and Cross Country runner, and other numerous extracurriculars, Lopez balances all his responsibilities with a smile on his face.
Lopez, a first-generation student, strives to make the best of the opportunities his family has provided him. “My family has given me so much, and I can never thank them enough for everything they have given me.”
Seeing the struggles of the community around him, specifically, when it came to healthcare, has motivated Lopez to pursue a career in the medical field. He stated, “I am passionate about working with underserved communities to promote health.”
Early this year, Lopez was notified of his acceptance into one of Colorado’s most prestigious high school internships, MC2. MC2 provides students from underrepresented communities with the opportunity to get hands-on experience in the healthcare field. Lopez has enjoyed the experience so far and added, “I hope to be placed in the Emergency Room Department to explore this dream of mine.”
As a kid, his sisters had a huge influence on him, taking him to new experiences where he was able to discover his passions. Lopez began singing in elementary school when he joined the school choir. Singing has since become his passion, along with his spectacular talent. “I have grown a strong connection with it as well,” he added.
Lopez recently made the All-State Choir which is one of the highest recognitions a high school choir member can receive.
Despite his numerous accomplishments, Lopez is one of the most humble people anybody will ever meet. Even as Junior Class Vice President, Lopez hopes to make others feel seen and heard. He stated his primary goal is, “… to make implementations that would appreciate all the staff members of Rangeview and everything they do for students.”
Lopez wants to help others in every way possible, further highlighting him as not only a remarkable student but also a tremendous person of Rangeview.
Close friend and fellow Choir and Cross country member, Elliana Wright stated, “Ramon has a lot of heart in everything he does… he is very dedicated.”
Lopez hopes to spread this attitude throughout the school and continue improving his community.
Cam Petersen
By Zoe Middleton
This year marks senior Cam Petersen’s second year as president of Rangeview’s Thespians, the club dedicated to all things theater and performing arts.
As president of Thespians, Petersen is the face of Rangeview’s theater department, responsible for upholding its image and reputation. 
“I don’t always do the best job at that, but it’s what I try and hold myself to,” said Petersen, acknowledging the pressure their role holds. Additionally, the president of Thespians must uphold the status quo in club meetings, make sure officers are doing their job, and help coordinate certain events that are crucial to Thespian’s success (and enjoyment).
Petersen has participated in theater since their freshman year of highschool, gaining interest in the extracurricular after their sister’s involvement in Rangeview’s 2018 production of “Urinetown.” Their passion for theater led them to Rangeview’s tight-knit theater community, which ultimately made them stay.
“…And that’s something you’ll hear a lot from people,” Petersen explained, “The intensity of the community that we feel…I’ve never felt more connected to another group of people.”
After high school, Petersen plans to pursue theater education, inspired by the positive influences of their own theater directors.
“I’ve seen the ways that my theater directors have helped me and other people grow…and be who they’re meant to be,” they said, admiring how their directors brought people out of their shells. Theater has had a profound impact on Petersen’s life, and has shaped their goals for the future.
“I never expected I would fall in love with [theater] the way I had, but I’m really glad I did.”
Kassidy Carroll
Raven Abitbol
As a sophomore at Rangeview High School, Kassidy Carroll performs in the school’s new musical, Little Shop of Horrors, as Ronnette, one of the chordettes. This is not her first time performing in Rangeview’s theater program though; last year, in 2023, she played as Veruca Salt in Wonka the Musical. When asked her about her experiences with theater and she stated “In the fifth grade I played King Arthur, in the summer of seventh grade I played the queen of the high seas for a musical, also during the summer of seventh grade I did a Dune play playing Chani, and again in the summer of eighth grade. In freshman year I played Anne and Caitlyn in Marcus is Walking, and Veruca Salt in Willy Wonka. I am also a part of advanced performing arts, and a member of thespians.” Not only this, but over the years she’s participated in volleyball during her freshman year, various honors and AP classes, choir, and most recently, National Honors Society. Carroll is a great example of an involved student, which is just what we need for Rangeview.
The National Honors Society has just picked new members, and the weight that title holds is very impressive for a sophomore. When asked about how she feels about this, she stated that “It feels pretty great, it feels like I’m an academic weapon, and I like that because I work very hard in my academics. I really did it because I like to help my community, and it looks good on college applications.” Not only this, but obtaining a large role in the musical her freshman year, and another role this year. Since middle school, Kassidy has always had a passion for theater and singing. In middle school, she wanted to do a rendition of the musical Heathers and always looked forward to joining Rangeview’s theater program. She’s met many friends through theater, with similar interests, and really found her calling through theater. Relating to this, she stated that “Since fifth grade I’ve always been passionate about theater, and seeing there was an established theater program at Rangeview made me want to come here and do theater because theater is my passion and my life.”
The National Honors Society has just picked new members, and the weight that title holds is very impressive for a sophomore. The National Honors Society at Rangeview meets to plan events, plan fundraisers and is made up of several dedicated Rangeview students. Since middle school, she has been taking honors classes, and that continued into her freshman year at Rangeview. As a sophomore, with two years ahead of her, she has already made some huge accomplishments.
Kassidy Carroll has shown high level academic work at Rangeview, and her continuation of involvement in extracurricular activities and bigger opportunities shows the initiative that we need from more Rangeview students. With two years of high school ahead of her, I’d say that Kassidy is off to a substantial start.
