From piano solos and lip sync performances to raw egg challenges and moving tributes to family and friends, each contestant brought their own energy and creativity to the stage. The event raised funds for the Class of 2025’s Safe & Sober Grad Night, while donations from the People’s Choice Award supported the Family Support Council’s work with survivors of domestic violence

Congratulations to this year’s winners:

• Mr. DHS 2025 – Xander Bacon
• Mr. Congeniality – Luke Davis
• People’s Choice – Canyon Ortiz

The 2025 contestants were:

• Braden Lenz
• Canyon Ortiz
• Coby Anderson
• Ethan Miller
• Jimmie Grant
• Kolton Zinn
• Luke Davis
• Luke Main
• Nic Rowan
• Owen Mecak
• Sage Spencer
• Xander Bacon
• Zak Weddell

Judges:

• Ms. Micki Dixon
• Mr. Trent Tietje
• Ms. Katie Jensen
• Mr. Jared Mora
• Mr. Kyle Mays
• Ms. Kristy Coursey
• Ms. Carrie McGill
• Scorekeeper – Ms. Christine Ensign

Hosted by:

• Mr. Joe Andrews
• Mr. Keith Cole
• Ms. Mena Dedmon
• Ms. Karen Lamb

Special thanks to our sponsors and supporters:

• Tahoe Tuxedo
• Town of Minden
• Carson Valley Inn
• CVIC Hall
• DHS Senior Events Committee
• DHS Staff and Administration
• Sarah Drinkwine & The Record-Courier
• Ron Harpin Photography
• All of the families, friends, and community members who made this night possible

The evening was planned and led entirely by DHS Leadership students, under the direction of teachers and Leadership Advisors Mena Dedmon and Karen Lamb, who hosted a show so funny and well-paced that everyone left with sore cheeks from laughing.

From start to finish, it was a true showcase of student creativity, heart, and Tiger pride.

Photo Credit - Ron Harpin Photography