Autumn Benhart, daughter of Jason and Kelley Benhart of Mt. Pualski, has been named February-Senior-of-the-month at Mount Pulaski High School. She was selected for this honor based on the criteria of scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
Autumn stays busy at MPHS. She is a member of the Soccer team, Trap Shooting team and Cheerleading Squad. She also is a member of FCCLA, Student Council, NHS, Spanish Club, and Drama Club. In addition to her activities, Autumn excels in academics. She earned her Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish her junior year.
Autumn also is involved in the community. She is a member of Girl Scouts and Youth Group at Mount Pulaski Christian Church. She also has worked as lifeguard at pool in Mount Pulaski.
Autumn plans on attending Olivet Nazarene and major in Interior Design.
The Senior-of-the-Month program is sponsored by Conaway Handyman Service and Downing, Przykopanski, Clements, & May Insurance Agency, Inc.. They are also in the running for the $500 Senior-of-the-Year award sponsored by Illinois National Bank.