CLASS OF 2023

Xavier Willis

SEQUOYAH HIGH SCHOOL | CHEROKEE COUNTY

Favorite Quote: "As a leader...your principal job is to create an operating environment where others can do great things."

Future Plans: I plan to attend University of Georgia and major in Mechanical Engineering. I aspire to become a "Double Dawg" and ultimately find a path that allows me to improve vehicle design and transportation infrastructure.

Favorite 21CL Memory: I enjoyed attending the Healthcare & IT Institute, which was on zoom due to Covid. We had the opportunity to discuss leadership and mental wellness. I also realized the career path I had initially chosen was not the right fit.

21CL Impact: 21CL has helped enhance my leadership skills by providing guidance, inspiration and motivation. I encourage other high school students to attend 21ST CENTURY LEADERS programs.

KORE HAYNES HOME SCHOOL | NEWTON COUNTY

Favorite Quote: "You miss 100% of the shots that you don't take "

Future Plans: Attend either Georgia State or Georgia Institute of Technology and major in Business with a concentration in Supply Chain Management and Logistics I aspire to be a medical doctor one day!

Favorite 21CL Memory: My favorite 21CL memory is participating in the Summer Youth Leadership Institute at Goizueta and meeting new friends!

21CL Impact: 21CL has taught me leadership skills and how to become a better leader and person through its Leadership Connect program

MARIE HANNA SOUTH FORSYTH HIGH SCHOOL | FORSYTH COUNTY

Favorite Quote: "Make the most of every moment that you experience."

Future Plans: Attend the University of Georgia and major in Neuroscience on the Pre-Med track. I aspire to be a medical doctor or surgeon.

Favorite 21CL Memory: Participating in my school's 21CLub and the different meetings/events that we held!

21CL Impact: 21CL has impacted me positively. I now remember to put my best foot forward and give it my all no matter what the assignment is or whatever it is I am working on!