The Dexter High School honored their graduating athletes at the annual Fall Senior Night during the pre-game of the Bearcats vs Scott City Rams football game on Friday, October 25, 2024.  Each graduating athlete will be recognized in a separate article.

Joe Fortner is the son of Charles Fortner and Amanda Fortner.

He is a four year member of the Marching Bearcats and is also a member of the Jazz 'Cats Band.

His future plans are to attend Truman State University and stay social sciences.

His favorite band memories are Districts and trips to State.