The Knoxville High School Mock Trial team performed at the state competition in Des Moines for the second straight year on March 26-27, and came away with some top honors.

Nyan Baker earned All-State Outstanding Attorney and Lane Franck and Samara Staton were All-State Honorable Mentions for Outstanding Witness. Also receiving nominations were Trent Walraven, Tierney Heffron, and Daniel Ramaeker. Lisa Hermsen served as the Teacher Coach for the team, with Marion County Attorney Ed Bull serving as the Attorney Coach. Urbandale High School was the overall winner of the state competition.