Student of the Month leads and serves

Preston Singrey earns award from Heartland Energy and KJAM Radio

Arlington High School senior Preston Singrey excels in managing a busy schedule. He’s involved in many high school clubs while also serving as president of the student council. Outside of school he volunteers at his church and in local service groups.

Singrey has been named Student of the Month by Heartland Energy and KJAM Radio. He’s recognized for his outstanding achievements, drive and community involvement.

“Preston is the busiest man in school!” said AHS Principal Lisa Parry. “He attended Boys State, is in the A-Club, and is the basketball student manager. He is in theater and music. He does so much good for students and staff alike. I know he will do great things after high school!”

Singrey’s leadership skills shine as president of 4-H and FFA. This past summer, he led his local FFA chapter in packing 24,000 meals for the non-profit Meals of Hope. He also previously held district-level FFA officer roles.

His hard work hasn’t gone unnoticed. In August, Singrey earned the Brookings County 4-H Youth Good Neighbor Award. In 2024 he also earned an FFA Poultry Production Proficiency Award and placed second in archery at State 4-H Shooting Sports.

Singrey is also passionate about theater, active in oral interp (OI) and one act play. In 2023, he won multiple Superior Awards at state OI competition. He was named Regional One Act Play Outstanding Performer in 2023 and 2024.

Among his many achievements, Singrey was also crowned Homecoming King this past fall.

Outside of school, Singrey remains just as active. He serves as a CCD teacher for St. John’s Catholic Church. He is also a member of the Arlington Days Committee and Arlington Chamber of Commerce.

Singrey is the son of Amy and Aaron Singrey. After high school he plans to study drone technology at Lake Area Technical College.

Heartland Energy and KJAM Radio’s Student of the Month program celebrates exceptional students in one of five area school districts.  Heartland Energy provides wholesale power to the cities of Arlington, Colman, Howard, Madison and Volga. Each month, a deserving student from one of these communities is honored for their outstanding achievements. Officials from each participating school nominate students for the award.