Woonsocket, SD - Central Electric Cooperative and Woonsocket High School are pleased to recognize Tristan Jensen, the daughter of Terry and Sarah Jensen of Woonsocket, as the Touchstone Energy Scholar of the week Nov. 6-12, 2022.

According to Woonsocket High School Superintendent Rod Weber, Jensen is a great role model for younger students because she is involved in a number of school and community activities.

At school, Jensen volunteers to help elementary school staff and participates in volleyball, basketball, student council, National Honor Society, choir and drama. In her community, Jensen is active with youth group, church, blood drives and other volunteer activities. After high school, Jensen plans to pursue a degree in nursing at Mitchell Technical College.

“Motivated students like Tristan prove there is a bright future ahead. She should be proud of her accomplishments in the classroom and community,” said Tara Miller of Central Electric Cooperative.

Jensen receives a $250 scholarship from Central Electric Cooperative and is eligible for additional scholarships that will be given away this spring at the annual Scholar of the Year banquet.

Jensen was featured in a segment on Dakota News Now for her accomplishments.

The Scholar of the Week program is a partnership between Dakota News Now, Central Electric Cooperative and other local Touchstone Energy Cooperatives that captures the commitment electric cooperatives have to the communities they serve. Nominations are submitted by administration and faculty whose selections are based on excellence in the classroom and the community.