Daniel Emmet Shipley

Faith Lutheran High School 

Class of 2011 

Where does Faith Lutheran High School graduate Daniel Shipley see himself in ten years? Performing on some of the largest stages in the world, of course. And why not? He’s undoubtedly got a talent for moving audiences with his vocal stylings. Couple that remarkable gift with humbled confidence, a firm sense of responsibility and an unwavering will to succeed and you’ve got a star player in the game of life. Beyond that, however, is something even more powerful; passion. With music lighting the fires of his heart and soul, he’s preparing to step into the spotlight with a harmonious ensemble of winning attributes, and for that, Daniel Shipley is – A Step Above.   

G.P.A.:  3.9 (non-weighted)

Activities/Clubs/Community Service:

• Vocal Ensemble, 2008-11
• Choir, 2008-11
• FLHS Productions–Lead Roles in Clue, 2009; Dracula, 2009;  Suessical, 2009; Beauty and the Beast, 2010;  Hairspray, 2011
• Student Conductor–Faith Lutheran Middle School, 2010/11 
• International Thespian Society, 2010/11 
• Tri-M Music Honor Society, 2008-11  
• Teen Ambassador Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation, 2010/11
• Vocalist for NCCF Gala, 2009/10; Shade Tree Gala, 2010; Sandoval Inaugural Ball, 2011; Santa Run, 2009; Danny Gans Run, 2010; Lincoln Day Dinner, 2011 
• Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation Voices of Youth Creator/Member, 2010/11 

 Scholarships/Awards:

• Nevada High School Male Vocalist State Champion, 2010
• Colleen Alenik Teen Spirit Award, 2010
• Community Partners Nevada’s Pride Award, 2011
• Male Vocalist of the Year, 2010/11 
• Male Thespian of the Year, 2011
• Best Actor–Horton in Seussical, 2009; Link in Hairspray, 2011
• Presidential and Talent Scholarships–Chapman University

Goals & Aspirations: “My current aspiration is to learn and absorb as much knowledge as I can about every aspect of the music business, from performing and writing to directing and producing. My future goal is to become the next David Foster, one of the top, all-around individuals in the music business.”

Accomplishments Most Proud Of: “I am most proud of the vocal group I created called NCCF Voices of Youth.  We not only raised awareness and funds for NCCF, but we saw first-hand how the power of music has a positive effect on people. Another accomplishment I am proud of is being accepted for Vocal Performance at Chapman University and The Juilliard School.”    

Daniel is Stronger and Wiser Because: “I moved to Las Vegas when I was in tenth grade, and I remember how scary and uncomfortable it was the first few weeks. The lesson I will take away is that no matter how scared or uncomfortable a situation may be, it is how you handle yourself and what you put in that will determine the outcome.” 

Part of the Solution: “I think self image is a key issue facing young adults.  Most people determine if they like a person by either how they look or what other people say about them.  I think it would help if we all learned to understand who people are and what they stand for instead of basing our opinions on outward appearances and other’s opinions.”

Dr. Angela Cherniawski

By Callie Thomas

“The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet and in the cause and prevention of disease.” – Thomas Edison

Innovation continues in the medical field by combining traditional methods and expertise with alternative practices to help patients improve their health.  Programs such as naturopathy, herbalism, traditional Chinese medicine, biofeedback, homeopathy, nutritional-based therapies and chiropractic medicine continue to gain momentum as a means of treating and combating health problems. Resident Dr. Angela Cherniawski is a doctor of the future.  The chiropractor became a Las Vegas resident six years ago and established her own practice called Life Align Wellness Center.  “Ever since I was a teen, I wanted to be a medical doctor,” says Cherniawski.  “While attending Michigan State University as a pre-med student, however, I realized that drugs only cover up a problem without fixing it.  It wasn’t until I became a chiropractic patient that I discovered it as a means of truly helping people improve their health.” 

It was the warm weather and excitement of a new city that finally drew the doctor to Las Vegas.  “I started my own practice from scratch and incorporated additional health services,” she said. Since then the start-up company has matured into a complete wellness center with the philosophy that to be healthy, the physical, bio-chemical and emotional aspects of health must be properly balanced.  In addition to chiropractic, services include a weight loss program, adrenal stress testing, whole food supplementation and a recently added corporate wellness program.  “I teach employees how to incorporate healthy habits in their lives to decrease overall health expenditures of local companies,” Cherniawski said. 

Angela’s involvement within the community has not only increased her visibility and grown her business, it has put her in direct contact with those in need. 

Through her outreach efforts, which include volunteering as one of 1,000 wellness professionals nationwide that devote time to delivering health and wellness education workshops free of charge to various community groups, clubs and organizations, she was introduced to Family Promise through a friend.  “Dori told me about Family Promise and their work with homeless families in Vegas,” the doctor said. “She helped me organize a Help Us Help the Homeless event to raise money and collect items needed by the Family Promise families.”

Family Promise is a nonprofit organization that partners with the community through an interfaith collaboration to assist homeless children and parents return to stable lives with employment and affordable housing. It is an affiliate of the national program incorporating 41 states and the District of Columbia. The Las Vegas group serves an average of 54 families in their transitional shelter program and up to 20 families in their permanent housing program for homeless families with disabilities.  Of the Family Promise guests last year, 57% were children, with 48% under the age of six.  Over 70% of guest families are single mothers with children who stay in the shelter program for an average of 65 days, so there is always a great need for even basic supplies. 

Having been blessed with a comfortable home which she shares with husband Shawn and one-year-old daughter Adriana, it felt natural for Angela to reach out to help other families.  Through her fundraiser held at her office, Dr. Cherniawski was able to give back.  “We got several large donations of laundry detergent.  Ironically, the Director of Family Promise said that they had just run out of detergent the day before.  Through our event, they will have a supply that will last for some time.  Funny, how things like that work out.” 

Dr. Angela Cherniawski continues to help others and share the blessings she’s been given.  “I have a wonderful family and excellent health.  Providing free health workshops and raising money and donating to Family Promise means others can share in some of the blessings I often take for granted.”