Blade Ragains is the Henry-Senachwine High School March Student of the Month. Blade is the son of Stephanie Kerr and Casey Ragains. Blade was selected from a group of students nominated by the Henry-Senachwine High School faculty and staff.
Currently a senior at HSHS, Blade is very involved in the school and student life. Blade has been a Honor Roll student. He has been involved in: Bass Fishing Club, three years; Mallard Athletic Club, one year; Cross Country, four years; Basketball, four years; and Track four years.
Blade is participating in the school Co-Op program and working at Birkey’s this year.
After high school, Blade plans to attend Illinois Valley Community College to pursue training in HVAC and Welding.
On Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at the Henry-Senachwine Board of Education meeting, Blade will be presented with an engraved pen set from the Henry-Senachwine Education Association and a personalized plaque from the district designating him as "Student of the Month." In addition, he will receive a $25.00 gift certificate from Heartland Bank in Henry and a $25.00 gift card from MidAmerica National Bank in Henry.
The student body, faculty, and community congratulate Blade on receiving this honor in recognition of his accomplishments and contributions at HSHS!