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Welcome to the Inaugural Edition of TOP SENIORS Magazine! The Charlotte Post Publishing Company, publishers of the Charlotte Post and the Triangle Tribune newspapers, and the Charlotte Post Foundation are exceptionally proud to have produced the inaugural 2017 Wake County Top Senior magazine. The Wake County publication is an expansion of a project started 42 years ago from very humble beginnings. In 1975 a company reporter, James Cuthbertson, asked publisher Bill Johnson if he would allow him to recognize, in the paper, high performing African American seniors in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System. Mr. Cuthbertsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rationale was, since the 1970 desegregation of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, African Americans students were no longer being recognized for their accomplishments. The publication has grown from a few pages in the newspaper, to a black & white newsprint publication, to now a full color glossy magazine. The publicationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expansion to Wake County opens a new market for recognizing and exposing the high achievements of African American seniors. I have been deeply impressed with the caliber of students being recognized. It bodes well for our future.

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The production of the Top Senior publication requires the work and assistance of a team of people. I would like to thank the following individuals for helping make this possible: Linda Bailey Johnson, Project Coordinator, The Triangle Tribune Bonitta Best, Features Editor, The Triangle Tribune Carrie Harris, Production Manager, A Type of Image Graphic Design + Illustration Evelyn Howell, Reporter Daniel Thompson, Photo Shoot Photographer, Millennial Films Angela D. Moore, Photo Shoot Image Consultant, Angela Moore, Fashion & Image Consultant Adra Campbell, Photo Shoot Makeup Artist, B. Enhanced Beauty and Image Consulting Services Katina Bryson, Photo Shoot Clothier, Co-owner, Azani Coutour Many thanks to the NC Museum of Artâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Katie Marlow, Director of Marketing, and Harriet Hoover, Coordinator of Teen and College Programs, for allowing us to shoot on location. A special thank you to Wake County Public School Systemâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dr. Marvin Connelly, Chief of Staff and Strategic Planning; Crystal Reardon, WCPSS Director of Counseling, and the entire WCPSS staff for the help they provided. In addition, we owe a great deal of thanks to Mathias Bishop who, behind the scenes, facilitated putting us in front of the right people, places and things to help make this a successful endeavor. And last but not least, the panel of judgesâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Catherine Edmonds, Pryce Baldwin, Ann Hooker and Linda Quarles, who took time out of their busy schedules to review the senior applications and determined the two top seniors. Gerald Johnson CEO/Publisher

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CHRISTIAN ALEXANDER JUDKINS Christian, Today is truly a Blessing for us as we are reminded, each time we look at you, just what God has allowed us to see! We have watched you develop from a child that looked for assurance or acknowledgment, that you were going in the right direction, into a kind, VWURQJ DQG GLVFLSOLQHG \RXQJ PDQ <RX DUH FRQ¿ GHQW in your abilities, grounded in the Word of God, and ready for the next chapter in your life. The days and years have moved quicker than we would have liked at times, but we have treasured each day with you as our son. God’s love covered you on that cold winter night in 2008 and continues to Shine through You on a Daily Basis! Keep Trusting in and keeping HIM close. He will continue to hold on to you! Your next chapter is here and stepping into the future begins now.... Just remember, regardless of the number of days or years that may pass; we are always here for you. No longer a relationship built solely by chromosomes, but one built on love, respect, and friendship.

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Passion, hard work, keys to success By Evelyn Howell Correspondent

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APEX – People with passion can make the impossible happen. Apex High School senior Sydney Floryanzia believes it. “Don’t passively accept failure. Work as hard as you can,” she said. “Try to work toward a goal. Identify and follow your passion, especially if that passion can somehow help others. That will be what pushes you to work harder.” Floryanzia is The Triangle Tribune’s Top Senior. She is an honor student who has maintained a 4.93 grade point average, an AP Scholar Award with Distinction winner, and the National Center for Women and Information Technology Aspirations in Computing’s 2015 and 2016 North Carolina winner. “It’s an honor and it means a lot,” she said. “I have sacrificed a lot toward my education in high school and in using that education to help others. So to even be recognized for all of my efforts is an honor — very humbling and very blessed.” Floryanzia is drawn to science and mathematics. In fact, she likes a challenge of converting verbal descriptions of the world into mathematical expressions. “Calculus is really fun. It actually has a real life application. It forces you to combine all the math you’ve learned, in all your years in high school, which you thought was useless at the time, but now it has a purpose,” she continued. After graduating, Floryanzia plans to pursue a degree in chemical engineering, with a focus on research and development, at North Carolina State University, which has the fourth largest College of Engineering in the nation. In a field still dominated by white men, Floryanzia depicts herself tackling research and developing techniques in a lab in hopes of finding ways to improve drug delivery methods. Her dad is a software engineer, but she would be the first in her family to earn a Ph.D. Georgia Tech, Ohio State and Howard universities also accepted her, but she chose NCSU because the school of engineering is the right fit for her academically and will better suit her future goals. Thanks to encouragement from her mom and several outstanding mentors and teachers in STEM camp programs, Floryanzia is well on a path to being among the next generation of women scientists. In her spare time, extracurricular activities are an outlet Floryanzia uses to help her balance academics. She is proud of her work in a Chevron sponsored commercial, Sydney, STEM DOERS, to get girls interested in STEM programs. But one of her favorites is The Society of Women Engineers. She is its founder and president at Apex High. “I get to expose girls to engineering in ways that they might not have ordinarily have seen it.”

Balancing friendships and academics By Evelyn Howell Correspondent RALEIGH – Wakefield High School’s Raven McLaurin is The Tribune’s Top Senior runner-up. An honor student with a 4.8 grade point average, McLaurin strikes a balance between her coursework and social life. “It’s important to take AP courses if you are looking for a high GPA, but it’s also important to take classes so that you can just breathe, so you’re not constantly going at a high level and overdoing it,” she said. “And you should not ever be without an agenda, especially if you join clubs. I tend to overload myself sometimes. You need an agenda or else you may forget something.” A love and excitement for the outdoors is one of the driving forces behind McLaurin’s decision to become an environmental engineer. “My focus will be making solar energy and wind energy affordable for families,” she said. “I have always had a connection with the environment. Environmental issues are being swept under the table, so I want to seek and find ways to make energy resources more energy efficient, affordable and clean for all families. If you have more researchers in the field, it can make a difference.” McLaurin hasn’t decided which college she will attend. However, she has been accepted at North Carolina State, UNC-Chapel Hill and East Carolina. All have engineering programs. Through Environmental Protection Agency programs, McLaurin found her voice in expressing what she knows about science. “I’ve gotten a lot better with the help of the Shaw University and U.S. Environmental Protections Agency Research Apprenticeship programs, and I’ve gotten a lot better about talking about things that I know with other people,” she said. Of all the activities she is involved, McLaurin said she enjoys cheering with special needs kids most. McLaurin said she saw a need to include girls with special needs so she, along with classmates Bailey Rice and Sarah Blackwood, organized Cheer Excel. McLaurin is captain of Wakefield’s varsity cheerleading team, varsity lacrosse and a member in a host of honor clubs. She is mindful to make room and pencil in time for friends. “Friendships are so incredibly important,” McLaurin said. “Friends keep you grounded; keep you out of your own mind and out of your own way. They force you to think about other people and take an interest in things outside of your life and help you open windows to things that you probably would never have done.”

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A fun Q & A with The Triangle Tribune’s 2017 Top Senior HIGH SCHOOL: APEX HIGH SCHOOL FINAL GPA: 4.93 COLLEGE ATTENDING: NC STATE UNIVERSITY CAREER CHOICE: CHEMICAL ENGINEERING IF YOU COULD PICK ONE THING ABOUT HIGH SCHOOL TO SHARE WITH AN INCOMING FRESHMAN, WHAT WOULD IT BE?

“Try to work towards a goal because working hard in high school is important. Identify and follow your passion, especially if that passion can somehow help others—that will be what pushes you to work harder.” HOW DO YOU OVERCOME CHALLENGES?

“I wrote in my essay about me and robotics, about not knowing anything--then being the only girl on top of that. I went home and I would sit in front of the computer and I looked up codes and I rented a book to teach myself how to code and what that meant— trying to glean as much as I could. And I went to every single meeting, even the optional ones. I did everything possible. That experience prompted me to create the Society of Women Engineers. I didn’t want anyone to have a similar experience in robotics and get turned off from STEM altogether.” WHAT MOTIVATES YOU?

“I’m really motivated in trying to accomplish something XLEX GER LIPT SXLIVW WTIGM½GEPP] [MXL RIYVSPSKMGEP degenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, to give them hope and increase their quality of life.” WHAT WILL YOU MISS MOST ABOUT APEX HIGH SCHOOL?

“I think the family I’ve made there, the faculty and students, being able to walk down the hallways and speaking to everybody and asking them how they are doing, and having meaningful conversations with everybody. I‘m going to have to make those connections all over again, but that’s cool.” FAVORITE BOOK?

“To answer that question I have to say the Bible.” FAVORITE ARTIST?

“Alicia Keys, Esperanza Spaulding and Andy Mineo. I love them. Alicia Keys stands for empowering women and she’s done a lot of breaking down barriers in the music industry, as a black female, and she writes her own songs.”

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“Calculus.” WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE COLOR?

“I don’t have a favorite color. When I was a little girl I didn’t want to choose a color because I didn’t want the other colors to feel sad. But if I had to choose one, maybe yellow because it’s happy.”

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T here are not enough words to truly express our joy, pride, love, and admiration for you. Over the years, we have watched you grow into an extraordinary young man. You have overcome obstacles that have been placed in front of you, and you persevered. We are looking forward seeing you continue to achieve great things in the future. &RQWLQXH WR NHHS *RG Âż UVW LQ DOO \RX GR DQG VHHN KLP ZKHQHYHU WKHUH DUH VWUXJJOHV in your life. Always remember Philippians 4:13 â&#x20AC;&#x153;I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.â&#x20AC;? You are fearfully and wonderfully made, and God has a plan for you. As you move into the next phase in your life, stay strong, focused, be brave, be encouraged, keep smiling, pray everyday, and never give up. You are destined for SUCCESS!! We love you beyond measure and are so thankful God chose us to be your parents. Mom, Dad, Meema, and Peepa in Heaven Parents: Alec and Regita Jones A TRIANGLE TRIBUNE TOP SENIOR

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What an inclusive society means to me

Top Senior Essay By Sydney Danielle Floryanzia

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Athens Drive Magnet High School Class of 2017

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The Triangle Tribune & Wake County Public Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

TOP SENIORS & SENIORS OF MERIT Top Seniors have GPAs of 4.0 & above.

Seniors of Merit have GPAs of 3.25-3.99

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Apex High School Samuel James Butts GPA: 3.75 Parents: James and Claudia Butts Activities: Robotic Club, Odyssey of the Mind-Team Captain, Baseball team member Honors: National Honor Society, Lighthouse Baptist Church Sound System Coordinator

Liah Nikol Carpenter GPA: 4.541 Parents: Johnny and Tiffany Carpenter Activities: National Honors Society, Society of Women Engineers, Honors: A/B Honor Roll (9th-12th Grade) Colleges: Campbell University

Jessica Olivia Dorcelien GPA: 4.51 Parents: James and Tracee Dorcelien Activities: Editor-inChief of the Apex Legacy Newspaper, National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) , Varsity Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Soccer Honors: Apex Youth Council Event Coordinator, National Honor Society (NHS) Member, National Technical Society (NTHS) Member Colleges: Howard University, UNC Chapel Hill, NC State University

Sydney Danielle Floryanzia GPA: 4.92 Parents: Tyrone and Pamela Floryanzia Activities: Society of Women Engineers (founder and president), National Technical Honor Society, UNICEF Club Honors: 2016 NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Winner, AP Scholar Award with Distinction, Colleges: Howard University, Ohio State University, NC State University

Tierra Leah Grant GPA: 4.04 Parents: Carolyn Grant and Terry Hopkins Activities: Track and field (four years), Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), Student Leadership (helping specialneeds students) Honors: National Honor Society, Creative Writing Colleges: University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Campbell University

Nyasia Emani Houston-Hill GPA: 3.83 Parents: Donielle Houston Activities: National Honor Society, Advanced Mixed Chorus, Football managing Honors: National Honor Society

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Apex High School Azahria Nyree Jerkins GPA: 3.58 Parents: Corey and Ersula Jerkins Activities: Chorus, National Achievers Society (NAS) Honors: African American Junior with a GPA over 3.0 Colleges: Winston-Salem State University, NC A&T State University

Detrich Omar Morrison-Jones GPA: 4.16 Parents: Alec and Regita Jones Activities: Marching Band, Chorus, Student Council Honors: National Honor Society, Tri-M Honor Society, 1st place State Oratorical winner Colleges: Indiana University, East Carolina University, UNC Greensboro

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Kamya McMillan GPA: 3.5 Parents: Kenya McMillan Activities: French Club Honors: National Honors Society, French Honors Society

Samantha Ariel Michel GPA: 3.5 Parents: Yves R. and Monique M. Michel Activities: Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Varsity Basketball, MVP & Most Outstanding Player, PEPI (Physical Education Pupil Instructor), Spanish Club Honors: Hoops City U Counselor, Kappa Alpha Psi Outstanding Student Scholarship Award, First Team All Conference for Basketball Colleges: Northeastern University (Committed to play Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Basketball) 18 18 TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COMz WCPSS2017 2017TOP TOPSENIORS SENIORS zWCPSS

GPA: 4.846 Parents: Valery Erlose and Jean Guilmond Orelien Activities: National Achievers Society - Founder and President, Academy of Information Technology, National Technical Honor Society Honors: Junior Marshal ,A Honor Roll, National Honor Society, Apex Youth Leadership Program Colleges: Stanford University

Sundiata Songhey Peoples GPA: 4 Parents: Carly Perin and Eric Peoples Activities: Yearbook, UNICEF Club Varsity Volleyball Honors: National Art Honors Society, Academic All Conference, Second Team All Conference, Volleyball Team Captain Colleges: Appalachian State University, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Apex High School Courtney Sean Richardson GPA: 4.6 Parents: Robert and Lakecia Richardson Activities: HOSA, STARS Colleges: Howard University, University of South Carolina, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

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Zari C. Wilson GPA: 3.7 Parents: Stanley and Portia Wilson Activities: Apex Varsity Women’s Basketbal, Pink Ribbon Club, Key Club Honors: Kappa Scholars, Honor Roll (9-12), Honor Athlete (10-12) Colleges: North Carolina A&T State University

“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” Benjamin Franklin

GPA: 3.84 Parents: Samuel Nyante and Marie-Pearl SakyiNyante Activities: Interact Club, Student Council, Health Occupations Students of America Honors: National Honor Society Member, Science National Honor Society, Senior Class Vice President

Congratulations on your academic achievements, and best of luck in your future endeavors!

Blake Edward Williams GPA: 3.25 Parents: Kenneth Williams and Gina Stanford Activities: Apex High School Varsity Wrestler Honors: Colleges: East Carolina University

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Athens Drive Magnet High School Lowell Antonia Lennon

Ahmed S. Bilal GPA: 3.75 Parents: Amel Ganawi and Satti Bilal

Amber Noel Doyle GPA: 4.083 Parents: Richard and Thomasine Doyle Activities: Senior Class President, JV Volleyball, Editor-in-Chief of school newspaper, Business Manager of school newspaper Honors: National Honor Society, Quill and Scroll Honor Society Colleges: UNC Charlotte, Howard University, Queens University

Christian Alexander Judkins GPA: 4.56 Parents: Allan and Felicia Judkins Activities: Marching Band, National Technical Honor Society, Track & Field Honors: Brain Game Participant, A Honor Roll, Omega Psi Phi Fraternityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Youth Leadership Conference Colleges: Hampton University, NC A&T University, North Carolina Central University

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GPA: 3.69 Parents: Lowell and Elizabeth Lennon Activities: Chorus, Wrestling, Spoken Word Club Honors: YPD (church), Homeless shelter

Ben M. McKinnon GPA: 3.875 Parents: Robert and DeNine McKinnon Activities: Track and field, Indoor Track and Field Honors: Honor roll Colleges: Hampton University

Dylan Nesbitt-Washington GPA: 4.625 Parents: Stephanie Nesbitt and Clarence Washington Activities: Marching Band Honors: Colleges: NC State University, Duke University, UNC Chapel Hill

Athens Drive Magnet High School Melody R. Samuels GPA: 3.4 Parents: Marcia Nelson Activities: Theatre I-IV, Psychology Club, Young Life Club Honors: African American Female Scholars (20102011), Honor and Merit Roll, Singing Angels Colleges: UNC Charlotte, NC Agricultural & Technical College, Wake Tech Community College

Khadevis Mizzelle Snead GPA: 3.9 Parents: Jennifer Snead Activities: Marching Band (4 years), Track and field (4 years), Concert Band (4 years), Honors: STEM Colleges: Western Carolina University

Alexis Threadcraft GPA: 3.375 Parents: Joseph and Sharon McKinney Threadcraft Activities: Black Student Union (President), Muslim Student Association (10th -12th grades) Colleges: Meredith College

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BROUGHTON MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Jasmin Patrice Bradshaw

Kristen Rena Gilyard GPA: 5.291

GPA: 3.9

Parents: Pamela and Deweese Gilyard Activities: Key Club (President), Theater, Book Club (President), Color Guard Senior Class Council Honors: Broughton High School 2015 Excellence in Civics, Chemistry and Mathematics Awards, National Honor Society Colleges: University of Maryland, Baltimore County, High Point University

Parents: Bryant and Judith Bradshaw Activities: Volleyball, MSEN Pre-college Honors: National Honors Society Colleges: University of North Carolina at Greensboro, East Carolina University

Faith Brim-Fields

Shalonda R. Hall

GPA: 3.26

GPA: 3.29

Parents: Leslie Brim and Spurgeon Fields III Activities: Track and Field, Varsity Girls Basketball Manager, Sports Medicine Team Honors: Service Club

Iy-Ana Collins

Parents: Karon Hall Activities: Broughton Dance Team, Distinctive Youth Honors: National Honor Society for Dance Arts Colleges: Greensboro College, Bennett College, Johnston & Wales University-Charlotte

Jelani Hedley GPA: 3.37 Parents: Iona Clarke and Carlton Collins Activities: Stop Hunger Now Committee, Academy of Sports Marketing, Yearbook Honors: Perfect Attendance, Honor Roll Colleges: Johnson and Wales University, Wingate University, North Carolina Central University

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GPA: 4.12 Parents: Jason and Teresa Hedley Activities: Student Government, Yearbook Staff, Science Olympiad Honors: National Honors Society, BHS Service Club Member, Kappa League Scholar National Society of High School Scholars Colleges: North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

BROUGHTON MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Tyler Mckennize Holt GPA: 4.1 Parents: Devitta and Vincent Holt Activities: National Honor Society, Key Club, Dance Honors: National Honors Society, Key Club Vice President, President of Dance Team

Jeremiah Adewole Ige GPA: 3.6 Parents: Harrison and Valencia Ige Activities: Food Ark Club, BHS Young Feminist Club, Young Teen Art Council Honors: Academic booster

Kadiejatu Johnson GPA: 3.6 Parents: Zainab Daramy and Reginald Johnson Activities: Elizabeth Edwards Fellows, International Club Honors: A/B Honor Roll, Excellence In Computer Art 2 (Honors), National School Honor Society Colleges: Campbell University, North Carolina A&T University

Sherese Lovetta Lingard GPA: 3.75 Parents: Lovetta Lesane & Christopher Lingard Activities: Distinct Youth Club, Model Troupe Club, Stop Hunger Now Honors: National Society of High School Scholars, Kappa Charitable Trust Fund’s Academic Achievement in WCPS, Excellence in American History Award

Abla Samantha Messie GPA: 4.92 Parents: Kwassiwa Amenouvor & Kodjovi Messie Activities: Stop Hunger Now (Head Student Coordinator), National French Honor Society, Elizabeth Edwards Program Honors: North Carolina Governor’s School Acceptance (French), Excellence in Humanities Award, Honor Roll Colleges: Meredith, Hofstra

Dasia Demoni Mitchell GPA: 4.64 Parents: Ms. Angel Smith and Mr. Dion Mitchell Sr. Activities: Broughton Sports Medicine Team, National Honor Society, FCCLA Distinct Youth Honors: National Honor Society & Spanish Honor Society Inductee, AKA Debutante, Kappa Scholar Colleges: East Carolina University, University of North Carolina Greensboro, Catawba College, Hampton University TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM z WCPSS 2017 2017 TOP TOP SENIORS SENIORS z WCPSS

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BROUGHTON MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Komari Dae’Quawn Noble GPA: 3.291 Parents: Tiffany McCabe and Frantz Eric Noble, Jr. Activities: Football, Teen Perfection, Giving with Perfection Colleges: North Carolina A&T State University

Komari Dae’ Quawn Noble Congratulations on your success! You make us all proud. Keep up the good work. We look forward to your next success at NC A&T State University. Go AGGIE!

Broughton Magnet High School Class of 2017

Love Brenda, Erica, your dad, Eric, and your mom, Tiffany

Zaniyah Jonae Upchurch GPA: 3.33 Parents: Ebonee Shire Activities: Lacrosse, Theatre, JROTC Honors: Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Career and Leadership Summit

A Triangle Tribune Senior of Merit

GPA: 3.41 Parents: Tara High and Metak Wiggins Activities: Student Government, Football Giving Circle Honors: Academic All Conference, National Scholar Athlete Award, Microsoft Office Specialist Colleges: Western Carolina, Hampden Sydney College, Wingate University, Winston-Salem State

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Metak Zaire Wiggins

Sherese Lovetta Lingard Broughton High School Class of 2017

Congratulations! I am so proud of the young lady you have become and the achievements that you have accomplished. Remember that the sky is the limit to what you can do and have in life. May God continue to cover you and show you favor. Unconditional love, your mother... Lovetta Lesane

CARY HIGH SCHOOL Ian Rhodes Armstrong GPA: 4.0 Parents: Steven and Jacqueline Armstrong Activities: JROTC, Lacrosse Honors: A/B Honor Roll, ROTC Outstanding Cadet, ROTC Exemplary Personal Appearance Colleges: NCA&T State University, Wingate University

Laâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;el Nataria Beatty GPA: 3.3 Parents: Pamela Beatty Activities: Tennis, Student Ambassador Colleges: University of North Carolina Greensboro, East Carolina University, University of North Carolina Pembroke

Nari Semaj Beatty GPA: 3.4 Parents: Pamela Beatty Activities: Tennis, Student Ambassador Honors: Kappa Scholars, National Society of High School Scholars, Colleges: University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Demuzla Bryant, Jr. GPA: 3.72 Parents: Rhonda J. & Demuzla Bryant, Sr. Activities: ProStart Management and culinary competitions, National Technical Honors Society, Yearbook Honors: Cary PTSA Academic Honor, National Society of High School Scholars, ServSafe Honor certification Colleges: East Carolina University, University of New Haven

Taylor Danielle Dockery GPA: 3.88 Parents: Benny & Kimberly Dockery Activities: National Honor Society, Students for South Sudan, Young Democrats Honors: National Honor Society, Coachâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Award (varsity cheerleading) Colleges: University of North Carolina Greensboro

Ashley M. Graham GPA: 4.08 Parents: Kela Graham Activities: History Club, French Club, Young Democrats Club Honors: National Honors Society, PTSA Award Colleges: Meredith College, Campbell University

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CARY HIGH SCHOOL Maula Christine Herring GPA: 3.42 Parents: Sharon Herring Maulin and Chris Herring Activities: Track and Field, Athletic Training Student Assistant, African American Students Club Honors: Pins and lettered in track and field; student assistant athletic training Colleges: Western Carolina University, North Carolina Central University, WIngate University

Faith Eseosa Ize-Iyamu GPA: 3.94 Parents: James & Augustina Ize-Iyamu Activities: Usher at Redeem Christian Church of God: Chapel of Glory, Volunteer Teacher Assistant Colleges: Meredith College, High Point University, Lenior-Rhyne University, Shaw University

Maurice Johnson GPA: 3.95 Parents: Morris Johnson, Leslie Johnson, and Sylvia McClain Activities: Marching Band, Orchestra, Taekwondo, Hampton Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s W.R. Harvey Leadership & Young Diplomats Program Honors: AB Honor Roll, Kappa Scholars Band Letter Colleges: Hampton University

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Cierra Janay Jones GPA: 3.57 Parents: Willie and Debora Jones Colleges: North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University

Elijah LaMont Knight GPA: 4.08 Parents: Lamont and Shelley Knight Activities: Senior Class Council, Track & Field Team Captain, NHS Honors: Kappa Alpha Psi Scholars Award Recipient, NCHSAA Coaches Award, 1st Team All State, Region, Conference& Academic Sports Honors Colleges: Florida State, ECU, St Augustineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Fayetteville State University

Rania Eltahir Mohamed GPA: 4.17 Parents: Hanadi Abdelrazig & Eltahir Osman Activities: Cary Culinary Academy, Students for South Sudan, Future Business Leaders of America Honors: National Honors Society

CARY HIGH SCHOOL Ivy Muita GPA: 3.29 Parents: Charles Mureithi and Alice Muita Activities: African American Club, Sand Volleyball Club, Sign Language Club, Key Club Honors: The National Society of High School Scholars, Award of Achievement from Kappa Alpha Psi, National Youth Leadership Forum Colleges: University of North Carolina Greensboro

Oluchi Okafor GPA: 4.083 Parents: Nwachukwu & Chinonyerem Okafor Activities: African American Students Club, Speech and Debate, National Honor Society Ambassador Honors: Kappa Scholar Colleges: University of Pittsburgh, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

“Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life, as by the obstacles which he has overcome while trying to succeed.” - Booker T. Washington

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EAST WAKE HIGH SCHOOL Christopher James Batts

Mikieja Re’Shell Covington

GPA: 4.21

GPA: 3.79

Parents: Montisha Gore and James McCullers Activities: National Art Honors Society, Men of Vision and Excellence, Varsity Football Honors: Honor Roll, National Art Honor Society, Top 22 Students in N.C.

Kimia Marese Bell

Parents: Charles and Kimberly Covington Activities: Track & Field, Varsity Basketball Honors: Beta Club

Alexis Nicole Daye

GPA: 4.33

GPA: 4.58

Parents: Maurice and Kimberly Bell Activities: East Wake High Warrior Dance Team Honors: NSHSS Acceptance, NSHSS Ambassador Program, Kappa Scholars Program, Academic Honor Principal’s List

Amber Alexis Brown GPA: 3.41 Parents: Anthony and Autumn Brown Activities: NAHS, FCCLA Honors: Principal’s List AB Honor Roll

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Parents: Nicole Daye Activities: Beta Club, National Honor Society, East Wake Business Alliance Honors: Student Liaison Representative for East Wake Business Alliance, Certificate of Achievement from Kappa Scholars Program, Colleges: UNC Greensboro, NC A&T State University

Aja DeShield GPA: 4.625 Parents: Paulette High and McKinley DeShield Activities: National Honor Society, Beta Club Member, Spanish Honor Society Member Honors: Treasurer & Secretary of Spanish Honor Society Junior Marshal Kappa Scholar 2016 Highest GPA in Spanish II and III Principal’s List Colleges: Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte; Fairleigh Dickinson University

EAST WAKE HIGH SCHOOL Siegee Nopual Dowah GPA: 4.17 Parents: Sindobrah and Georgette Dowah Activities: Marching & Concert Band, National Honors Society, Upward Bound at NCSU Honors: A & A/B Honor Roll; 4.0 GPA and Above Colleges: Chowan University, Campbell University, Coastal Carolina University

Misha Anne Harris GPA: 4.2 Parents: Christopher and Melissa Harris Activities: Future Business Leaders of America, Spanish Honor Society, Dance Team Honors: Spanish Honor Society, Principal’s List, Perfect Attendance Colleges: Wingate University

Khadeem D’shawn Dublin

Miles Andrew Hennessee

GPA: 4.29

GPA: 4.6

Parents: Kamilah Jones Activities: Soccer, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Spanish Honor Society Honors: Principal’s List, Honor Roll, Conference Champion, All-Conference, All-Academic Colleges: East Carolina University

Kayla Channel Hammond GPA: 3.5 Parents: Latasha Regis and Jamus Debro Activities: Future Business Leaders of America, Health Occupations Students of America Honors: National Society of High School Scholars, National Technical Honor Society Colleges: North Carolina Central University, Bennett College, Mars Hill University

Parents: Darrel and Yevette Hennessee Activities: National Honor Society, Future Farmers of America, EPA Research Apprentice Program at Shaw University Honors: National Honor Society, Beta Club, Kappa Alpha Psi Scholar, Principal’s list Colleges: Western Carolina University. North Carolina Central University

Stephen L. Johnson GPA: 3.8 Parents: Felicia Squire Activities: East Wake basketball, Virtual Enterprise, Business Alliance Honors: Science Honor Society, Honor Roll Colleges: Hofstra University, UNC Charlotte, UNC Greensboro

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EAST WAKE HIGH SCHOOL Brianna Lynette Jones

Patricia Lauren Ndombe

GPA: 4.125

GPA: 4.5

Parents: Derek and Janita Moody; Tavarus Jones Activities: Student Council, Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), Future Business Leaders of America Club (FBLA) Honors: NHS, National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS), Kappa Scholar Colleges: Wake Forest University

Tamira Michelle Knuckles

Parents: Jacqueline & Mosengo Ndombe, Sr. Activities: Health Occupations Students of America Club (HOSA), NHS Beta Club, Spanish Honor Society Honors: Winner of the James F. Wertz Oratorical Contest, Interfaith Food Shuttle Volunteer Colleges: UNC Chapel Hill, UNC Wilmington, NC State University

Yvonne Nunoo

GPA: 3.54

GPA: 3.38

Parents: Terrence and Arlene Knuckles Activities: Girl’s Basketball, Volleyball, Science Club Treasurer, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Honors: Honor Roll, Greater Neuse River Academic AllConference in Volleyball and Basketball, Greater Neuse River All-Conference in Volleyball and Basketball Colleges: UNC Pembroke

Erin Alanna Matthews GPA: 3.75 Parents: Aaron and Claretha P. Matthews Activities: Dance Team (Captain), Cheerleading, Production Management Honors: National Technical Honor Society, National Beta Club, (DECCA), Student Body President, Health Occupation Students Of America (HOSA) Colleges: Hampton University, Old Dominion University, UNC Charlotte

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Parents: Michael Nunoo and Sheila Hackley Activities: Green club, Art Club Interact Club Honors: President’s Award, Mountain Climber Award, Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance

Malaika Nzau GPA: 4.33 Parents: Babunda and Ngoya Nzau Activities: Tennis, National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society Honors: Women’s Tennis MVP, All Conference Award Colleges: NC A&T State University

EAST WAKE HIGH SCHOOL Kenneth Nnanna Tobechukwu Omabu Okafor

Tacyana Lashel’ Temple GPA: 3.7

GPA: 4.625

Parents: Pamella Alexander Activities: Dance, FBLA Club Honors: Civics & Economics Colleges: NCCU, Fayetteville

Parents: Felix Omabu Okafor & Ravita Omabu Okafor Activities: Varsity Football, Men of Vision and Excellence, Symphonic Band Honors: Spanish Honor Society, Junior Marshall, National Honor Society NC State Upward Bound Director’s Awardee

Isaiah Javon Pulley

Yasmine Young

GPA: 3.3

GPA: 3.2

Parents: Steven and Latisha Pulley Activities: Football, Marching Band Honors: Kappa Honor Scholar, A/B Honor Roll; 4 Years Colleges: NC A&T State University, North Carolina Central University

Kai Zahara Scarboro GPA: 4.167 Parents: Kevin and Vanessa Scarboro Activities: Student Government Association, Track & Field, Ladies of Tomorrow Honors: National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, Beta Club, Chris Bunn Awardee, Youth of the Year Recipient Colleges: Hampton University, Lenoir-Rhyne University, North Carolina Central University

Parents: Tarsha Trapp Honors: Girl Scout, Principal’s List (9th-11th grade), AB Honor Roll (12th grade)

ERIN ALANNA MATTHEWS

EAST WAKE HIGH SCHOOL

To Our Daughter Erin, Congratulations on your outstanding achievements. We are extremely proud of you. As you move on to HAMPTON UNIVERSITY, always remember, we, your family, will always be here for you and we expect that you will show us absolute greatness in your future endeavors…. Remember, Always Lead The Way to your dreams…. With All Our Love, Mom, Dad, and your two Besties; Breyah and Cierra (CeCe) PARENTS: AARON & CLARETHA PRICE MATTHEWS A TRIANGLE TRIBUNE SENIOR OF MERIT

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Taryn Nicole Gill Class of 2017

Words can’t express how proud we are of your numerous accomplishments! You have blossomed into a beautiful, intelligent, compassionate young woman, and we have watched your development with awe. Keep on passionately pursuing your goals and know that we will always support you. Congratulations on your high school graduation and wishing you continued success as you embark on the next stage of your life. You are much loved! Pamela Ann Gary (mom), Your family A Triangle Tribune Top Senior

Faith Ashling Harvey Green Hope High School

In the words of Emerson, remember, “To love often and much, to win the respect of intelligent people, and the affection of children, …to appreciate beauty, …to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, or a garden path, or a redeemed social condition – this is to have succeeded.”

Parents: Greg and Angel Harvey

Jessica Olivia Dorcelien APEX HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2017 A TRIANGLE TRIBUNE TOP SENIOR.

Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School

GRACE E’LONA MANG WAKE STEM EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL

You have achieved a great success! Fondly remember your past high school years, live in the present and look forward to the future. With love and pride today and always, -Mom & Dad; James and Tracee Dorcelien

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We are so proud of you. Prayers and blessings on your graduation and for your future. We love you, Charles & Beverly Wood, aka Pop-Pop & G-Mom

ENLOE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Jabari Brooks

Asia Diggs GPA: 3.9 Parents: Deborah Bourne Activities: Students with a Goal Honors: A/B honor roll Colleges: UNC Charlotte, North Carolina Central University

Kennedy Cooper

GPA: 3.6 Parents: Rene Hodges Activities: Medical Bioscience Academy, National Honor Society, Math Science Engineering Network Program Colleges: UNC Greensboro, UNC Chapel Hill, NC A&T State University

Marissa Angelica Ferrell GPA: 3.78

Parents: Kenneth and Lakeeyna Cooper Activities: Medical BioScience Academy, National Technical Honor Society Colleges: UNC Charlotte, Hampton University, NC A&T State University

Micah Diallo Council GPA: 4.4 Parents: Harold and Deirdre Council Activities: Medical BioScience Academy, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Cross Country Honors: News & Observer’s STEM ‘Thumbs Up’ Award Recipient, North Carolina Governor’s School, National Student Leadership Conference Participant at Harvard Medical School Colleges: Indiana University - Bloomington, Duke University, UNC Chapel Hill

GPA: 4.01 Parents: Kimberly Ferrell Activities: Executive Student Council, Enloe Chamber Choir, Enloe Marshal, Honors: Executive Council Outreach Coordinator; Raised $140,000 for Urban Ministries, National Society of High School Scholars, National Honor Society Colleges: East Carolina University

Naomi Ghebremichael GPA: 5.05 Parents: Ted Ghebremichael and Rahel Berhe Activities: Wind Ensemble (clarinet), Key Club, National Honor Society Marshal Honors: AP Scholar with Honors, USFSA Graduating Seniors Program Gold Award Recipient Colleges: Northeastern University

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ENLOE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Kassia Yvonne Gibbs GPA: 4.95 Parents: Willie and Nerissa Gibbs Activities: Co-President of Spanish Club, Co-Founder and President of Gender Equality Club, Teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Assistant Honors: Silver on National Spanish Exam, First place in Regional NHD Competition Colleges: Elon, UNC Wilmington

Lonnie W.M. Grant GPA: 3.572 Parents: Don Cary Grant and Cynthia Trice-Grant Activities: National Society of High School Scholars Honors: National Society of High School Scholars Colleges: Campbell University, Eastern Carolina University

Terriana Jones

Nia Nicole Marshall GPA: 3.59 Parents: Vonfranklin and Gia Marshall Activities: Key Club Honors: National Society of High School Scholars, A/B Honor Roll, Kappa Scholars Colleges: NC A&T State University, North Carolina Central University, East Carolina University

Gabriel Onetha Montague GPA: 4.45 Parents: Cedric and Michelle Montague Activities: National Honor Society, Indoor/Outdoor Track and Field Captain, Beta Club Honors: 2-Time AllAmerican USA Track and Field National Junior Olympic Championships, Capital City Kappaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Scholar Award Recipient, 3- Time Academic All-Conference

Jala Teairra Moss GPA: 4.1 Parents: Melissa and Terry Jones Sr. Activities: Marching Band, Medical BioScience Academy, National Technical Honor Society Honors: 1st Place Highest GPA(Delta Carousel), NSHSS, 1st place Highest High School Achievement (MSEN Colleges: Howard Hampton University, NC A&T State University

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GPA: 3.4 Parents: John and Selina Moss Activities: Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America, Medical BioScience Academy, Volleyball Manager Honors: A/B Honor Roll, National Technical Honors Society, 2nd Place in Science Competition for MSEN Colleges: North Carolina Central University, Chowan University, Winston-Salem State University

ENLOE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Khalif Karim Muhammad

Precious Ojo GPA: 3.8

GPA: 4.23

Parents: Adewumi and Bolanle Ojo Activities: Medical Bioscience Academy, National Technical Honor Society, Gender Equality Club Honors: A/B Honor Roll Colleges: University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Parents: Nadirah Muhammad & Agsaba Eric East Honors: Kappa Scholars Colleges: North Carolina State University

Clara Elizabeth Newkirk GPA: 4.6 Parents: David and Elisa Newkirk Activities: Key Club, Latin Club, National Honor Society Honors: National Honor Society, Girl Scout Gold Award Applicant Colleges: Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College London, University of Edinburgh, Appalachian State University

Jacqueline Nkrumah GPA: 4.59 Parents: Nelson Nkrumah and Gifty Dapaah Activities: Medical BioScience Academy, Key Club, Black Student Union Honors: National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, AP Scholar Colleges: North Carolina State University, East Carolina University

Christian Okoth GPA: 3.96 Parents: Dunford Okoth and Alethia Barber Activities: Enloe Literary Organization, Enloe Marching Band, Symphony Orchestra Colleges: Meredith College, Hollins University, UNC-CH

Connor Addison Parker GPA: 3.5 Parents: Herman and Chadana Parker Activities: Enloe Jazz Combo, Marching Band, Black Student Union Honors: Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble, All region Jazz Band, All district Band Colleges: UNC-G, ECU

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ENLOE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Nicholas Robert Richardson GPA: 3.8 Parents: Michael and Paula Richardson Activities: Varsity Football

Savannah Staten GPA: 3.33 Parents: Darnell and Alisa Staten Activities: Enloe Chamber Choir, Varsity Softball, Enloe Lead Marshal Honors: Arby’s Red Hat Hero Award, All Conference Academic Award Colleges: Baylor University, Florida State University, East Carolina University

Kwani Carla Taylor GPA: 3.7 Parents: Tullettia Taylor Activities: Black Student Union Vice President, Medical Bio-science Academy, Actor Ensemble Member Honors: Spotlight Student Award; 2016-2017 school year Colleges: North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University

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Allayne Cherice Thomas GPA: 4.95 Parents: Linval and Dawn Thomas Activities: Varsity Soccer, Enloe Eagle’s Eye Newspaper, Gender Equality Club Honors: Advanced Placement Scholar of Distinction, Chuck Stone Scholars Program Participant, Honorable Mention All-ConferenceVarsity Soccer Colleges: Yale University

Alexander O. Uzochukwu GPA: 5.095 Parents: Alex and Charity Uzochukwu Activities: Board Member of the Food Ark Club Honors: National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists, National Society of High School Scholars

Daniel Nosike Uzochukwu GPA: 5.15 Parents: Alex and Charity Uzochukwu Activities: Board Member of the Food Ark Club Honors: National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists, National Society of High School Scholars

ENLOE MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Chasity Joelleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Walton GPA: 3.901 Parents: Joel and Portia Walton Activities: Medical Internship, Varsity Cheerleading Captain, CPR Certified/OSHA Certified Honors: Wake Med Hospital Volunteer, Wake Med Hospital Job Shadow Participant, NC State Public Policy Institute Colleges: UNC Greensboro

Junious Levi Whitaker IV GPA: 3.56 Parents: Jessica Whitaker & the late Junious Whitaker III Activities: BSU, OrchestraPrincipal Bassist, Varsity Tennis & Swim Regional Conference Championship Honors: NC Senate Page under Democratic Leader, Senator Dan Blue, Varsity Tennis Team Captain, Raleigh-Apex NAACP Youth Council Colleges: Howard University, Florida A& M University, NC A&T Univ.

Shakai Jarod Wilder-Bethea GPA: 3.4 Parents: Alma W. Vaughn and Tico Bethea Activities: Marching Band, Music Club, MBSA Musician

Christian Williams GPA: 4.357 Parents: Chester and Elizabeth Williams

Vinson Oliver Williams GPA: 4.405 Parents: Thyron D. Williams and Scharina F. Oliver Activities: Marching Band, Youth Entrepreneurship Technical Institute, Japanese Club Honors: Drum Major, AP Scholar Award, NC Symphony Guest Performer Colleges: UNC Asheville, MIT, NC State University

Chania Faith Wilson GPA: 4.1 Parents: Craig and Tabitha Wilson Activities: Student Council/ Executive Council, Black Student Union, Dance Club Colleges: UNC Greensboro

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FUQUAY-VARINA HIGH SCHOOL Shila Christine Alexander GPA: 4.2 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Arrie and Alley Alexander Activities: National Honors Society, National Art Honor Society, Cross Country Honors: Governor’s School Semi-Finalist, Girl Scout Silver Award, Girl Scout Bronze Award College(s): Meredith College, University of North Carolina Greensboro, East Carolina University, Salem College

Ava Arnette Bethea GPA: 3.45 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): James and Crystal Bethea Activities: Basketball, National Achievers Society Honors: Basketball MVP, Basketball scholarship- Lees Mcrae College College(s): Lees- McRae College

Tori Amanda Brown GPA: 4 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kim Boney Brown Activities: Vice President of National Achievers Society, Women’s Basketball Team Manager, Women’s Choir Honors: School Advisory Board, English Award, National Achievers Society, College(s): University of North Carolina at Greensboro, East Carolina University, Wake Technical Community College

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Aysha Diallo GPA: 4.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kadiatou and Abdourahmane Diallo Activities: National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Varsity Tennis, 4yrs., Varsity Basketball (4 yrs.) Honors: National Honor Society President, Varsity Tennis Team Captain College(s): UNC-Chapel Hill, UNC-Charlotte

Jeron Darius Foxx GPA: 3.68 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Ronald and Jennifer Foxx Activities: Soccer Honors: NAS, DECA College(s): ECU, NC A&T

Marissa Renee Garner GPA: 3.45 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Gladys Garner Activities: National Achievers Society Honors: National Achievers Society President College(s): Wake Tech Community College

FUQUAY-VARINA HIGH SCHOOL Crystal Danielle Hersey

Cheyenne Aaliyah Jones GPA: 4.33

GPA: 3.6

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Simon Wesley Jones; Tiywanna Cotton Activities: National Honor Society, Spanish HS, Indoor/ Outdoor Track and Field Honors: MVP 2015 & 2016 Outdoor Track Season, Certificate of Recognition & Appreciation from the Town of Fuquay-Varina College(s): University of Tennessee, University of Maryland

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Franklin and Betty Polk Activities: Key Club, National Achievers Society Honors: A/B Honor Roll, Kappa Scholars Certificate Of Achievement awarded by Kappa Scholars Program College(s): Meredith College

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Ryan Carter Jones

GPA: 3.025

GPA: 4.68

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Deidre Douglas Activities: Traveling Club, Work Honors: A/B Honor Roll College(s): Wake Tech (Two Year Transfer Program)

Kendra Chideya Johnson GPA: 4.3 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): James and Helen Johnson Activities: National Honor Society, French Honor Society Vice-President, National Society of High School Scholars Honors: Award for Excellence in French II, A/B Honor Roll College(s): Elon University, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, North Carolina A&T State University, East Carolina University

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Daryl and Suzanne Jones Activities: Cross Country, Key Club, NHS Honors: Cross Country Captain, Junior Marshal, All District Band

AjalĂŠ McCray GPA: 3.4 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Peggy Okantey Activities: National Achievers Society, Drama Club Honors: A/B Honor Roll, Kappa Scholar College(s): North Carolina A&T University

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FUQUAY-VARINA HIGH SCHOOL Rikki Lorraine Medlin

Brianna Monet Smith

GPA: 3.47

GPA: 5

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Rick Medlin; Felecia Ellerbee Activities: Athletic Training, Yearbook College(s): University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Western Carolina University

Leon Washington Ray GPA: 3.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Valarie Ray Activities: Drama/Theater, Chorus

Marcellus Xavier Simmons GPA: 3.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Gina and Mark C. Simmons Sr. Activities: Football, Track, Basketball, National Achievers Society member Honors: Kappa Alpha PSI, Excellence in Weight Training II

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Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Tony and Ebonie Smith Activities: Varsity Softball, Key Club, National Achievers Society Honors: National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, Excellence in AP Spanish 2015 College(s): Howard University, Spelman College, North Carolina Central University, North Carolina A&T University

Byona Spence GPA: 3.76 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Keyon Torain Activities: Varsity Volleyball Team, National Honor Society, DECA Honors: Girl Scout Silver Award, Role Play award in Tourism Hospitality, DECA College(s): East Carolina University

Jonqwerius L. Stanley GPA: 4.57 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Wesley R. Purvis; Sheneeka R. Cannn Activities: National Honors Society, Peer Tutoring, National Math Honors Society Honors: Junior Marshal, National Honor Society College(s): University of Pittsburgh, UNC Wilmington, UNC Charlotte Campbell

FUQUAY-VARINA HIGH SCHOOL Na’Tasha Sutton

Jada Mone’ Ward GPA: 3.625

GPA: 3.5

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Di’mond Sutton

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Bernard and Pamela Ward Activities: Women’s Basketball Team, Step Team Honors: National Achievers Society College(s): Wake Tech Community College, ECU

Brandon Sylvester GPA: 3.65

GPA: 3.25 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kelly and Janet Thompson Activities: Cheerleading, National Achievers Society, Youth leader at church Honors: Kappa Scholar Award College(s): UNC Charlotte, Winston-Salem State University

FUQUAY VARINA HIGH SCHOOL

Kaliah Janae Thompson

A CLASS OF 2017 TOP SENIOR

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Lamar and Tammy Sylvester Activities: Men’s Varsity Soccer Team, National Achievers Society College(s): East Carolina University

Cheyenne we are so very proud of you and all of your accomplishments in the classroom, on the track, and in life. Continue on the amazing path you have started and the sky is the limit. You are an amazing young lady and we love you! LOVE ALWAYS Tiywanna and Wesley Jones

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Leon Washington Ray FUQUAY VARINA HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2017

A TRIANGLE TRIBUNE SENIOR OF MERIT

Valarie Ray (Mom) Nakeenya Ray-Dutton ShadeĂŠ Ray Evelyn Washington Jaliyah Ray Jason & Belinda Farrar Nelson & Valarie Morrow Jasmine Farrar Rev. Marie Bennetone Janet Burnette

Congratulations, Leon, As you venture out into the world, we pray that you will continue to strive and never stop until you reach your goals in life. We are so proud of you for achieving this precious honor. Continue to let God guide your footsteps. We know there will be no limits to your blessings. Cherish the moment. We love you!

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GARNER MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL LaNia T. Allen

Jasmine N. Atkinson GPA: 3.3 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): LaShon Allen Activities: HOSA, Drill Team Honors: Academic Achievement

Chimeri Crystal Anazia GPA: 4.64 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Augustine and Candida Anazia Activities: Student Services and Leadership Team, Trojans 4 Christ Gospel Choir, St. Baldricks Event Volunteer Honors: Academic Achievement, Outstanding Academic Achievement in Wake County Schools (2016) College(s): ECU, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Keymonte Marvin Anderson GPA: 3.41 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Veola and Angel Anderson Activities: Drama, High School Musical (Play), Track & Field Honors: Garner U.M.C. Youth Participant, Jamaican Concert Food Volunteer, Best Personality Award College(s): NC State, Georgia Tech, UNC School of the Arts

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GPA: 4.63 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Byron and Evangeline Atkinson Activities: Student Body Treasurer, Student Senate Chairperson, Homecoming Committee Chairperson Honors: A/B Honor Roll, Junior Marshal, Rotary Youth Leadership Award College(s): North Carolina Central University, University of North Carolina Charlotte

Aliyah Sarah Joyce Bonnette GPA: 4.35 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Locksley and Cassandra Spencer Activities: Art Club (20152016), Varsity Cheerleading Honors: Kappa Honors, Honor Roll (2013-2017) College(s): East Carolina University

Richard Chadwick Brown III GPA: 3.8 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Sonya and Richard C. Brown Jr. Activities: Football, Shot Put & Discus, Beta Club Honors: Teen Achievers Leadership Award, Top Teens Community Service Award College(s): Campbell University, Mercer University, NC A&T State University

GARNER MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Daryus Bryant

Morgan Nicole Crowder GPA: 3.46 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Myron and Doreen Bryant Activities: Marching Band, Honors: American History II Honors, World History Honors, Pre-Calculus Honors

Matthew Edward Butler GPA: 4.2 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Philip and Madelyn Butler Activities: Varsity Football, Track and Field, Save/SaDD Honors: Kappa Scholar, Academic All Conference, Shrine Bowl Participant College(s): University of Tennessee, Duke, Texas A&M

Kennedi Alyssa Coates GPA: 3.58 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Calvin and Annastecia Coates Activities: Basketball Honors: A/B honor roll College(s): NC A&T State University

GPA: 3.91 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): John and Vicki Crowder Activities: Founder & President of Black Unity Club and Black Student Union, Beta Club, Dance Team Member Honors: United Nations & the World Bank Youth Delegate, Wake Technical Career and College Promise Program Member College(s): NC A&T State University, NCCU, Campbell University

Tayvion Troy Darden GPA: 3.8 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Latoya Darden & the late Stephen Darden Activities: Varsity and JV Football Videographer, Special Olympics Volunteer Honors: National Beta Club, National Society of High School Scholars College(s): UNC Pembroke, NC A&T State University

Garian Ives Duval GPA: 3.83 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Garfield and Arvian Duval Activities: Drama, Dance, Drum Machine Music Composer Honors: A Honor Roll, Beta Club Award, National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists Nominee

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GARNER MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Jada L. Ellis

Eric Tyree Griffin GPA: 3.29 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Darnell and Terese Ellis Honors: English I-IV, Chemistry, American History I-II College(s): North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

Fiyinfoluwa Jude Fatolu GPA: 3.79 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Adedayo Fatolu Activities: DECA Club, Relay For Life, Key Club, BETA Club Honors: Academic

Isaiah E. Finch

Olivia Ta-Tanesha Harris GPA: 3.9 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Charles and Janet Harris Activities: Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA), French Club, Track & Field Honors: National Beta Club, All Academic Honors Track & Field, HOSA District Award

Ashley Alexis Hatcher GPA: 3.7 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): William and Tammy Finch

GPA: 3.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Wilma and Ferdinand Griffin, Jr. Activities: Varsity Football

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GPA: 4.4 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Walter and Sheila Hatcher Activities: Cheerleading, Beta Club, Student Government, Theatre Department Honors: Academic Achievement College(s): North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

GARNER MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Hanadi Mohammed Ibrahim GPA: 4.63 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Mohammed Ibrahim and Sadia Aman Activities: BETA Club Projects Director, Muslim Student Association President, Varsity Tennis Honors: BETA Club Member, National Honor Society, Student Council Officer College(s): University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Duke University, NC State University

Maia Symone Kiner GPA: 4.75 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Janiene Kiner Activities: Marching Band, Wind Ensemble Member, Float Building and Other Class Activities Participant Honors: National Society For High School Scholars, The Washington Journalism and Media Conference Attendee College(s): Pennsylvania State University (University Park), Pennsylvania State University (Harrisburg), George Mason University

Onesty Marceia McMillian GPA: 4.78 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): James and Lupita McMillian Activities: JROTC Program Battalion Commander, Student Government Project Director Honors: Beta Club, The American Legion Award, ROTC Program (2016), Kappa Alpha Psi Honors Society (2016)

Niya JanĂŠe McQuilla GPA: 4.29 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Katina McQuilla Activities: BETA Club

Chioma Cindy Onokalah

Malik Knolton GPA: 4.29 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Garland and Humeka Knolton Activities: Theory of Gaming Club, Symphonic Band, Computer Programming Club Honors: National Japanese Honor Society, Beta Club, National Society of High School Scholars College(s): Appalachian State University

GPA: 4.42 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Uche and Chi Onokalah Activities: Outdoor/ Indoor Track, Beta Club Honors: Wake County Track & Field Championship Medalist, NC RUNNERS Relay Medalist, Outstanding Character Medal-Modern Dance

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GARNER MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Samantha Rose-Katherine Perry

Xavier Christopher James Snow

GPA: 3.75

GPA: 4.12

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): John Peebles, Jr., Sheila Peebles, Willie C. Perry Activities: Lacrosse, Senior Class Council

Niambo Jeunesse Sessoms

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Charita Snow Activities: Theatre, Programming, Beta Club Honors: A/B Honor roll College(s): William Peace University, High Point University

Anthony Stephenson

GPA: 4.2

GPA: 3.7

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Braddock and Shunicqual Sessoms Activities: Student Body Secretary, EMT Internship Honors: CTE Concentrator, Math Rigor, NSHSS College(s): North Carolina Central University, Wake Technical Community College

Altamese R. Shanks GPA: 3.25 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Malcomb and Suzanne Shanks Activities: Step Team, Chorus, Dance Honors: A/B Honor Roll, NC Scholar

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Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Shanna and Anthony Stephenson Sr. Activities: Football, Lacrosse Honors: 1st Team AllConference (Football), AllAcademic Football, National Beta Club Member College(s): East Carolina University, NC A&T State University, Methodist University

Aiyana Tabb GPA: 3.75 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): George and Noshima Tabb Activities: Black Unity Club/Black Student Union President, Beta Club Member, Homecoming Committee Volunteer Honors: National Society of High School Scholars College(s): Winston Salem State University, Wake Tech Community College

GARNER MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Janee Denise Thorpe GPA: 3.9 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Tyrone and Pamela Thorpe Activities: Marching Band/Color guard, Saint Baldricks Volunteer, Student Conductor Honors: National Beta Club, Outstanding Academic Student In Wake County Public Schools, Outstanding Attitude Award for Chorus College(s): East Carolina University

Danielle Tyson

Jamar Aren Wilson GPA: 4.33 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): James Wilson; Chris Billings Activities: Beta Club, Rotary Club Honors: City of Raleigh 2016 Outstanding Youth Employee, RYLA (2016) Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, (2016) College(s): UNC Greensboro, East Carolina University, North Carolina Central University

Rebekah Lauren Woods GPA: 3.875 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Michael and Jo Ann Tyson Activities: Beta Club, Dance Program Honors: Honor roll College(s): East Carolina University

GPA: 3.625 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): James and Jessica Barnes Activities: Marching Band, Wind Ensemble Honors: A/B honor roll all four years in high school, Percussion Captain of the Band

Tanatswa Bernadette Washaya GPA: 5.0 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Prince and Memory Washaya Activities: Drama Department, Drama Leadership, Beta Club Honors: A/B Honor Roll, Academic Achievement College(s): UNC Wilmington, UNC Asheville, Appalachian State University

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I am amazed daily by your tenacity to accomplish your goals, the beauty of your spirit and the wisdom you share with those who come in contact with you. You are an awesome gift from God and I am truly blessed to be an intricate person in your life.

We are so proud of you. May God continue to bless you, and you bless others. We LOVE you! Your parents: John & Sheila P. Peebles & Willie C. Perry & your family

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A Triangle Tribune Senior of Merit

Aysia Alexandria Slade Green Hope High School Class of 2017

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A Triangle Tribune Top Senior.

GREEN HOPE HIGH SCHOOL Maya Kayla Kenyatta Blades

Derrick Njuguna Kabugu

GPA: 3.75

GPA: 4.0

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Rhonda and Elliott Blades Activities: Youth and Government, Future Teachers of America, Book Club College(s): UNC Greensboro, Howard University

Zantalya Jendayi Bourne

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Dickson and Grace Kabugu Activities: Band/Jazz Band, Football, Soccer, Lacrosse Honors: Eagle Scout Award, A/B Honor Roll, North Carolina Association of CPAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Member College(s): UNC Charlotte, East Carolina University, UNC Greensboro

Michaela Jenai Newkirk

GPA: 3.7

GPA: 3.5

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Zenetea Bourne Alexander Activities: Chamber Orchestra, Design Club Honors: Tri-M Music Honor Society

Faith Ashling Harvey GPA: 3.2 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Greg and Angel Harvey Activities: Marching Band, Save A Life Club Secretary, Environmental Club Honors: Spotlight on Student, Beta Club College(s): Appalachian State University, East Carolina University

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Darnette Newkirk Activities: Pepi, Red Cross College(s): North Carolina A&T State University

Isaac Oyediran GPA: 4.375 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Isaac and Esther Oyediran Activities: Varsity Soccer, Raising Awareness Club, Student Council Honors: NCHSSA State Sportsmanship Award, Honor Roll College(s): Indiana University, UNC Charlotte

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GREEN HOPE HIGH SCHOOL Aysia Alexandria Slade

Allison Danielle Williams

GPA: 4.43

GPA: 4.0

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Robert and Kimberly Slade Activities: Chorus, Cheerleading, Spanish Club Honors: Duke Talent Identification Program (TIP), National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) College(s): Hampton University

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): George Williams and Sandra Williams Activities: Peer Tutoring Club Co-President, National Honor Society, Indoor Track and Field Captain Honors: 2015 Girl’s Track and Field Coach’s Award, Stone Theater’s Employee of the Month, Youth Leadership Cary School Representative College(s): North Carolina A&T State University, Hampton University

Kenna Guda Tasissa GPA: 5.125 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Gudaye Tasissa and Tigist Gessesse Activities: DREAM Club (Doing Right Empowering All Minorities), National Honor Society, Youth Leadership Cary Honors: Junior Marshal, AP Scholar with Distinction, Green Hope Recognized Scholar College(s): East Carolina University

Derek Merced Walker GPA: 4.333 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Mercedes Walker Activities: Community Service for AP Environmental Science, Varsity Lacrosse, Honors: AB Honor Roll, NCHSAA State Championship Winners Medal, Hamilton Sportsmanship Award (Capital Area Soccer League)

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HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL Lorin Michelle Bland

Jaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Twan J. Colbert

GPA: 4.0

GPA: 3.3

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Danny and Kecia Bland Activities: DECA, FBLA, National Achievers Society Honors: College(s):North Carolina Central University

Akeem Jamar Booker GPA: 4.0 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Romika Alicea Activities: HHS Marching Huskies, National Achievers Society, Gay-Straight Alliance College(s): East Carolina University

Taaliyah Cheyenne Carney GPA: 3.7 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Gwendolyn Faye Carney Activities:National Achievers Society Honors: Alpha Kappa Scholar, National Achiever College(s): Wingate University, Lenoir-Rhyne University

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Shana Colbert Activities: NAS National Achievers Society Honors: A/B Honor Roll

Joi Freeman GPA: 4.6 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Stephen and Elaine Freeman Activities: Marching Band, National Achievers Society, Spanish Honor Society College(s): Salem College, Dillard University

Abdul-Malik Antonio Harrison GPA: 4.0 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Shavonne P. Harrison Activities: Student Government Association Vice-President, Association for Racial Equality (founder), National Achievers Society Honors: NBMBA Leaders of Tomorrow Program Award 2015, Kappa Scholars Certificate of Academic Achievement 2016, College(s): High Point University, Elon University, UNC Charlotte TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM z WCPSS 2017 TOP SENIORS

HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL Anthony Ikejiaku

Toluwanimi Olaleye

GPA: 4.3 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Anthony and Precious Ikejiaku Activities:Student Government Association, National Honors Society, Health Occupations Students of America Honors: Secretary of National Science Honors Society, Member of the Student Government College(s):University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Briana Lynnese McDonald

GPA: 4.4 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): David and Folake Olaleye Activities:SGA Class President, National Science Honor Society Chapter President, Varsity Lacrosse Honors: Excellence in Science: 2015 & 2016, Honorable Mention for Scholastic Writing Competition 2014 College(s):UNC Chapel Hill, UNC Charlotte (Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Honors Program), ECU (Honors College/Nursing)

Brianna Jolyn Rochelle

GPA: 3.73 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Dwayne and Alana Collins Activities:Heritage Herald Newspaper, Association for Racial Equality, Photography Club Honors: National Honor Society, AP Scholar Award College(s):University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Tamarah Chinonso Okam GPA: 3.9 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Gerald and Peace Okam Activities:Vice President Of Community Service/FCCLA, Key Club Member, Senior Class Representative/School Improvement Team Honors: National Achievers Society College(s):East Carolina University, Winston Salem University, South Carolina University

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GPA: 4.58 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Linda B Rochelle Activities:Heritage Dance Program, Heritage Herald Staff Writer, Husky Peer Tutor

Fatou Barry Sall GPA: 3.86 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Cheikh Diop and Anta Diagne Activities:Project Wisdom, Varsity Club Volleyball, Designing Honors: National Honor Society, French Honor Society, Varsity Volleyball Captain

HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL David Alex Thomas GPA: 4.208 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): David and Amanda Thomas Activities: National Achievers Society, Men Of Distinction, Tri-M Music Honors Society Honors: A/B Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance, Louis Armstrong Jazz Award College(s): Campbell School Of Engineering, South Carolina State University, Fayetteville State University

Lewis Edgar Waters GPA: 3.95 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Darin and Crystal Waters Activities: Heritage Records, Chinese Honor Society

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HOLLY SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Karrington Cymoan Cooper GPA: 4.6 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Douglas and Kamron Mitchell-Smith Activities: National Honors Society, Varsity Volleyball, Basketball Manager Honors: 2nd Team AllConference in Volleyball, Student of the Year Award, Volleyball Team MVP Award College(s): University of Illinois in Chicago

Carson Alexander Dozier GPA: 3.333 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): James and Nicole Dozier Activities: Fellowship of Christian Athletes Honors: Honor Roll College(s): NC State University, UNC Charlotte, NC A&T State University, East Carolina University

Mariah Danielle Jones GPA: 3.58 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kimberly N. Jones Activities:National Technical Honor Society, HOSA College(s): UNC Greenboro,NC Central University,UNC Charlotte, NC A&T

Nya Denise Jordan GPA: 3.6 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Carolyn Norris and Geri Simmons Activities: Varsity Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Basketball, Debate Club, Special Buddies Honors: Spotlight on Student Award, A/B Honor Roll, Athlete of the Month College(s): Catawba University, University of North Carolina Greensboro

Victoria Evelyn Marsh

Thomas Golden GPA: 3.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Derrick and Tammalyn Golden Activities:Football, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Latin Club Honors: College(s): Western Carolina University

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GPA: 4.25 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Valerie and Alexander Marsh Jr. Activities:Theatre Company; President of International Thespian Honors Society, National Honors Society Honors: A/B Honor Roll, Pursuit of Excellence: Fine Arts, North Carolina Theatre: Grease College(s): Marymount Manhattan

HOLLY SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Nashay Mcfadden GPA: 3.75 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Ebony Partin Activities: Key Club, Interact Club, S.T.Y.L.E. Club Honors: National Society of High School Scholars, Kappa Charitable Fund College(s): Marymount Manhattan

Thania Russell GPA: 3.45 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Patricia Haley

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KNIGHTDALE HIGH SCHOOL Kelechi Achu

Alexia Lashon Ellison-Minter GPA: 4.12 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Maurice and Ngozi Achu Activities: Igbo Catholic Youth Organization, Cross Country, Indoor Track Honors: A/B Honor Roll 2013-2017, 2016 ICCUSA 3rd Place Essay Winner College(s): UNC Greensboro, NC A&T State University

Sydney Catherine Aiken GPA: 3.75 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Corey and Treva Aiken Activities: SGA FFA Honors: A Honor Roll College(s): North Carolina Central University

Mia Nicole Cooper GPA: 4.54 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Michael and Virginia Cooper Activities: Garden Club, National Honor Society, Varsity Basketball Honors: National Honors Society Member, Kappa Alpha Scholar, Principalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List Award College(s): North Carolina Central University, NC A&T State University

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GPA: 3.45 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Sherry C. Minter Activities: SGA, Photography Club, Chorus Club Honors: College(s): NC A&T State University, NCCU, Elizabeth City State University

Iyana Yvonne Gore GPA: 3.62 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Faleisha Gore

Jordon Tyler Hankins GPA: 4.583 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Lamont Hankins & Tanisha Smith Activities: Ping Pong Club, Tennis, Embroidery Club, National Honor Society Honors: Marathon Volunteer, Elementary Tutor College(s): East Carolina University, University of North Carolina Greensboro

KNIGHTDALE HIGH SCHOOL Chase Clarence Long

Deja Haywood GPA: 4.6 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Travis Haywood & Portia Johnson Activities: Student Body Vice President, National Honor Society, KHSCD Dance Program Honors: Kappa Scholar, 2016 UNC Project Uplift Participant, Junior Marshall College(s): East Carolina University, Western Carolina Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Honors College, UNC Greensboro

Candyce Hukins

GPA: 3.6 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Clarence and Georgia Long Activities: JV Baseball 2 years, Varsity Baseball 2 years Honors: A Honor Roll

Phillip Alexander Lyde GPA: 3.37 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Jacob and Cassandra Hukins Activities: Varsity Cheerleading Honors: National Society of High School Scholars, Debutante College(s): North Carolina Central University

Dinikqua Jackson GPA: 3.6 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Dominic Griffin & Latifa Jackson Activities: Basketball, Track and Field Honors: A Honor Roll, Beta Club, Kappa Scholars Certification

GPA: 3.875 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Phillip and Melissa Lyde Activities: Film Club

Marcus Yahshawn Manley GPA: 4.1 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Melvin and Swannie Manley Activities: Varsity Basketball, Varsity Track and Field, National Honors Society Honors: National Honor Society, Principalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List, A/B Honor Roll College(s): North Carolina Central University, NC A&T, Hampton University

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KNIGHTDALE HIGH SCHOOL Leah McCray

Anissah Pierce GPA: 3.57

GPA: 3.41

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Dexter and Aviance Robertson Activities: Varsity Women’s Soccer Honors: Offense MVP, Principal’s List, Kappa Honors Scholar College(s): Wingate University - Presidential Scholarship, NCCU

Alexia Bre’Ana Moore GPA: 4.2 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Alfreda Steward and Alvin Moore Activities: National Honors Society, National Honors Society of High School Scholars, Future Farmers of America (FFA) Honors: National Honors Society of High School Scholars, Principal’s List-A Honor Roll, Morehead-Cain Scholarship Nominee College(s): Duke University, UNC Chapel Hill, North Carolina State University

Jessica Sabre’ Parker GPA: 4.25 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Brian and Cindy Parker Activities: Women’s Varsity Basketball, Link Crew Leader Honors: National Honor Society, Kappa Scholar Award, Coach’s Award College(s): UNC Asheville, East Carolina University

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Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Edward Oden & Aaliyah Pierce Activities: Honors: Academic Scholar: grades 9- 12

Abdul Sanyang GPA: 3.95 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Seedy and Isatou Sanyang Activities: Track and Field, Soccer, Cross Country, Community Service Honors: United States Achievement Academy, The National Society of High School Scholars

Kacey Lauren Sturdivant GPA: 4.0 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Adrian Sturdivant Activities: Key Club, Tennis Honors: National Honor Society, The National Honor Society of High School Scholars, Tennis Sportsmanship Award College(s): East Carolina University, NC A&T State University

KNIGHTDALE HIGH SCHOOL Karson Mahogany-Kai Turner GPA: 3.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Reginald and Tracey Jarrett Activities: Black Student Union President, Secretary of Drama Club, Technical Theatre Honors: AB Honors, International Honors Thespians Society UNC Greensboro College(s): UNC Greensboro

Abdul Sanyang

Knightdale High School of Collaborative Design

Congratulations, Abdul!

Tatyana Marie Williams GPA: 4.42 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kashima McCants Activities: Student Government Association, National Honors Society, NC Natural Science Museum Intern Honors: Honor Roll, National Junior Honor Society, President’s Award for Educational Excellence College(s): UNC Chapel Hill, Howard University, UNC Wilmington

DEJA HAYWOOD Deja, From the day you were born we knew you were special. You’ve excelled throughout the years and will continue to do so! .HHS *RG ¿ UVW DQG IRUHPRVW LQ \RXU OLIH DQG NQRZ WKDW \RX DUH ORYHG <RXU HQWLUH IDPLO\ LV H[WUHPHO\ SURXG RI \RX DQG \RXU FRQWLQXHG accomplishments. Love, Mom, Portia Johnson, and Family

A 2017 Triangle Tribune TOP SENIOR

WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU AND YOUR MANY ACCOMPLISHMENTS. MAY YOUR FUTURE ENDEAVORS AND LIFE BE FILLED WITH MUCH SUCCESS, PERSONAL FULFILLMENT AND JOY. WITH LOVE, YOUR PARENTS & FAMILY (Parents: Seedy & Isatou Sanyang) A Triangle Tribune Senior of Merit

JORDON TYLER HANKINS No matter where you are No matter what you do Never stop believing In the genius within you. Congratulations! Love, your big brother, Taurian; Mommy, Dad & Uncle Paris “You will not change what you tolerate.” <Tanisha Smith (mother) A TRIANGLE TRIBUNE TOP SENIOR

Jordon T. Hankins is a senior at Knightdale High School Of Collaborative Design. He will be attending the University of NC at Chapel Hill, in the fall, majoring in Computer Science. Activities: Member of the Key Club, National Honor Society, and works at Harris Teeter.

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LEESVILLE ROAD HIGH SCHOOL Samuel Ewanosa Asabor

Tyler Austin Davis

GPA: 3.58

GPA: 3.83

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Felix and Beatrice Asabor Activities: National Honors Society, Key Club, Creative Writing Club Honors: Life International Church Volunteer Teacher, Author of Knight Chronicles, Duke Tip Student

Carrington Janae Baker

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Allen and Sharyn Davis Activities: National Honor Society, Raleigh Parks and Recreation Basketball Team, First Calvary Youth Council Honors: Kappa Scholar, National Honor Society, A/B Honor Roll College(s): UNC Charlotte, UNC Greensboro, East Carolina University

Nieya Le’Cole Garland

GPA: 3.833

GPA: 3.92

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Terry and Stephanie Baker Activities: Honors Chorus (Capital Pride), Make-A-Wish Club, Creative Writing Club Honors: Presidential Service Award, Academic Honor Roll, Kappa Scholars Award College(s): UNC Wilmington, UNC Greensboro

Bria Clyburn

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Tammy Reaves and Jamal Garland Activities: Black Student Union, Track and Field, Special Olympic Buddy Club Honors: Kappa Scholar, National Honor Society, National Math Honor Society

Makayla Mack GPA: 4.66 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Derek and Timika Clyburn Activities: Student Government Member: Cochair of two committees; Volleyball Team Manager, Spanish Club Member Honors: National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, Maxima Cum Laude (National Latin Exam) Recipient College(s): University of South Carolina, UNC Chapel Hill, Clemson University

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GPA: 4.375 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Xenia Yates Activities: Spanish Club Publicist, LRHS Women’s Basketball Manager, LRHS Black Student Union Honors: National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society College(s): Meredith College

LEESVILLE ROAD HIGH SCHOOL Aby Kumba Musa

Roger Moore GPA: 3.32 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Emmanuel Matata and Eugenie Tuyishimire Activities: Varsity Basketball, JV Football, Varsity Football Honors: Academic Honor Roll, AAU Basketball Tournament Champion Team College(s): UNC Charlotte, ECU, Penn State University

Francisco Antonio Morales GPA: 3.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Francisco and Debbie Morales Activities: Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, Tutor Honors: Drumline Captain, Spotlight on Student, Youth Leader at Christ Worship Center Church College(s): North Carolina State University, UNC Chapel Hill, ECU

Matthew Karuriga Mugeni GPA: 4.4 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Eric and Teresa Wilson Activities: Treasurer of National Technical Honors Society, National Honors Society, Senior Class Council Honors: Honor Roll, Junior Marshal, School Spirit LifeHomecoming King

GPA: 3.0 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Finda Nyandemoh and Tamba Musa Activities: Key Club, Future teachers of America Club, Make a wish club Honors: Honor Roll, A/B Honor Roll, Kappa Theta Award

Obafemi M. Oshin GPA: 3.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Young Fiabema Activities: Basketball, Culinary Honors: Boys Club Spanish

Charnece Alexis Reid GPA: 4.2 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Charles and Linda Reid Activities: Varsity Tennis Team, Executive Council, National Honors Society Honors: Junior Marshal, McDonalds Crew Trainer Volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House College(s): UNC Charlotte, UNC Greensboro, Meredith College

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LEESVILLE ROAD HIGH SCHOOL David Myles Robinson GPA: 3.7 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Gregg W. Robinson; David J. Robinson Activities: Symphonic Marching Band, Technology Student Association, Chess Club College(s): Full Sail University, NC A&T State University

Alazar Shimbir

Isaac Thomas GPA: 3.75 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Lee and Selenia Thomas Activities: Varsity Lacrosse, FCA, SGA Honors: A Honor Roll College(s): ECU

Brianna June Wilkins GPA: 3.96 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Demise Naji and Tigist Gebere Activities: Multicultural Club Honors: Highest grade Average in Math, Biology, Social and English, Academic Excellence for having a GPA above 3.5 College(s): Wingate

GPA: 3.75 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kenneth and Althea Wilkins Activities: National Honors Society Sports Medicine Program, Leesville Liaisons College(s): East Carolina University, NC A&T State University

Marcus Smith GPA: 3.33 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kenneth and Kimberly Smith Honors: Academic Excellence Award-2013-2015 Certificate of ExcellenceCommon Core 1B- Math (Algebra) - 2014

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“I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.” –Confucius

A TRIANGE TRIBUNE TOP SENIOR

Bria D. Clyburn Class of 2017 // Leesville Road High School

Congratulations, Bria, on your accomplishments! Your commitment, perseverance and hard work have paid off. We are conﬁdent that you will continue to be successful and make a positive impact in the world. Continue to be humble and remain the sweet young lady that you are. Remember to put God ﬁrst in all that you do as He will always guide your footsteps. You have made us all so proud. We love you very much! - Mom & Dad - Nami & Papa Joe - Mama & Papa - Nana - Aunt Tia, Tyrone, Ethan, Brandon, Ava & Eva - Uncle Brian, Aunt Tracia, Kelsey & Karis - Aunt Nene

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MIDDLE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Sheila Anne Atieno

Dylan Joseph Bryan GPA: 3.5

GPA: 3.9

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Dave Bryant & Denise Thompson Activities: JROTC, Track, Lacrosse Club Honors: Honor Roll College(s): UNCW, UNCC, Wake Technical Community College

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Susan Hazel Ongombe and Tate Trumble Activities: National Achievers Society, Mustangs for Christ, Member of Sisters Together Achieving Greatness Honors: Kappa Scholars Awards (won a medal) College(s):Wingate University, Shaw University, North Carolina State University

Kiara Nicole Bass

Nadel Comper GPA: 3.83

GPA: 3.66

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Rousdel and Nancie Comper Activities: National Art Honors Society, Debate Club Newspaper Honors: Excellence Award College(s): University of North Carolina at Greensboro, East Carolina University

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Felisha McEachin Activities: Ladies of Leadership Alliance, Peer Networking, Fellowship of Christians Honors: Kappa Alpha Scholar, National Society of High School Scholar, National Achieverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society College(s):

Jason Lamar Brewster GPA: 3.25 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Joseph and La-Mine Perkins Activities: Engineering Wrestling, Tutoring, Volunteering Honors: Honor Roll, Varsity Wrestler

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Hannah Cooper GPA: 4.2 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Synthia Smith Cooper Activities: Middle Creek Step Team Honors: English IV Honors, Spanish III Honors, AP Psych College(s): University of North Carolina at Greensboro

MIDDLE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Taryn Yvonna Cumbo

Alliah Ivanna Harrison

GPA: 4.33

GPA: 4.1

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Jonathan and Darcel Cumbo Activities: President of National Achiever’s Society, National Honor’s Society Historian, MCHS Cinderella Musical (Starred as Cinderella) Honors: National Honor’s Society, A/B Honor Roll, National Achiever’s Society College(s): Drexel University, UNC Charlotte, Hofstra University

Jalen Lamond Davis

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Steven and Nadine Harrison Activities: Gymnastics, Newspaper, SEEDS Volunteer Honors: A/B Honor Roll College(s): Western Michigan University

Daniel Alan Jackson

GPA: 3.4

GPA: 3.66

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Janika Davis Activities: National Achievers Society, Girls Basketball Manager, Art Club Honors: Kappa Scholar, National Achievers Society, James F. Wertz Oratorical Contestant (2016), 2nd Place College(s): NC A&T State University

Joshua Keith Greene GPA: 4.625 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Keith and Teresa Greene Activities: Instrumental Band Music, Science Olympiad, Junior Classical League Honors: National Society of High School Scholars, A/B Honor Roll

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Quentin and Danyna Jackson Activities: Honor Roll, Varsity Football, Varsity Basketball Honors: NC All State First Team Defense 2016, Kappa Alpha Psi Academic Achievement Honoree, Varsity Football - SWAC Academic All Conference College(s): United States Military Academy at West Point

Jaden Ari King GPA: 3.58 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Emma King Activities: Football, Track Honors: Parks and Recreation Volunteer College(s): NC A&T State University, St. Andrews University

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MIDDLE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Tyree Nathaniel Ruffin

Alicia Law GPA: 4.3 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Clayton and Karen Law Activities: Mustangs for Christ, Ladies of Leadership Alliance Honors: National Achievers’ Society, National Honors Society College(s): University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Branden Dion Lee GPA: 3.4 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Marcelle and Mashieka Lee Activities: Wrestling Team, Key Club College(s): Art Institute of Raleigh Durham

GPA: 4.54 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Lankford and Barbara Ruffin Activities: Football, National Achievers Society, Stampede Club Volunteer Honors: Middle Creek Honor Roll College(s):

Alyssa Cassidy Smith GPA: 3.84 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Alan and Susan Smith Activities: SkillsUSA, Digital Media Academy, Video Production Club Honors: Honor Roll (A/B) (4yrs) College(s): North Carolina State University, Meredith College

Edwin Quaye GPA: 4.79 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Emmanuel Quaye and Amma Boadi Activities: National Achievers Society, National Technical Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta/ National Mathematics Honor Society Honors: A Honor Roll(4yrs), AP Scholar Honor Award

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“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” - Colin Powell

MILLBROOK MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Imani Makhi Anderson

David Shaun Gillie GPA: 4.7

GPA: 3.83 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Rodriquez and Nikoe Anderson Williams Activities: Sports Medicine, Best Buddies Club, Student Class Council Honors: National Achievers, English Honors Society College(s): North Carolina A&T State University

Xxavier Clayton Brown

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): David and Tamika Gillie Activities: Millbrook Executive Board, Pasta for Pennies Campaign, Spanish Club Honors: Millbrook Service Club, National Achievers Society, National Honor Society College(s): Hampton University, NCCU Honors College, Hampden-Sydney College

Natalie Charisse Green

GPA: 3.25

GPA: 4.63

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Erik and Shunda Brown Activities: North Carolina Legislative House Page Program, Capital Area Teen Court, Swim Team Honors: A-Game Certified, National Society of High School Scholars, Kappa Alpha Psi Scholar College(s): North Carolina A&T State University, Hampton University

Andre Lamont Freeman GPA: 3.29 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kim and Andre Freeman, Sr. Activities: Football, Winter Track, Spring Track Honors: Honor Roll, Academic All-Conference (Track) College(s): Averette, Western Carolina, Wingate

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Carleton and Veronica Green Activities: Digital Media Career Academy, Interact Club, National Honor Society Honors: Honor Roll- All four years, Most Valuable Dancer- 2015 College(s): Elon University, UNC Greensboro, Hampton University

Zaria J. Hudson GPA: 3.96 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Zelander and Keisa Hudson Activities: Varsity Cheerleading, Elite Wildcats Cheerleading (Special Needs), National Achievers Society Honors: Kappa Scholars Award, MLK Interfaith Breakfast of the Triangle Youth Speaker 2017, Honor Roll College(s): East Carolina University, UNC Charlotte, North Carolina Central University

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MILLBROOK MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Chidi Joenathan Iloabachie GPA: 4.71 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Eric and Elizabeth Iloabachie Activities: Millbrook High Executive Board Philanthropy Committee Secretary, National Honor Society, Cary Teen Council Honors: NHS, College Board AP Honors Scholar Award Recipient, Lead Teen of the Cary Teen Council Organization College(s): UNC Charlotte, Howard University, University of Minnesota

Delton R. Jones

Victor Donatien Linzau GPA: 4.416 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Jean and Arleen Linzau Activities: International Baccalaureate Executives, International Baccalaureate Diversity Counsel, National Honors Society Honors: North Carolina State Sparring Gold Medalist (2) (taekwondo), International Cup (DC) Team Sparring Champion College(s): University of Bridgeport, East Carolina University

Jasmine Nicole Marshall GPA: 3.25 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Elaine Jones Activities: Play ball College(s): Wake Tech Community College, NC State University

Maya Michelle Lee GPA: 4.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Allen and V. Michelle Lee Activities: 4 Year Cheerleader Captain, Elite Wildcats: Special Needs Cheerleading (Head Coach), Senior Class Council Honors: National Honors Society, Academic AllConference (Track, Cheerleading & Stunt) College(s): Florida State University, Hampton University, UNC Charlotte 70 70TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COMzzWCPSS WCPSS2017 2017TOP TOPSENIORS SENIORS

GPA: 4.91 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Warren and Denise Marshall Activities: Student Government (Senior Class VP), Varsity Cheerleading, National Honors Society Honors: Character Education Award, Honor Roll, Academic All Conference College(s): Clemson University, University of Georgia, Hampton University

Marcus Alexander Mason GPA: 3.29 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Mark Mason and Janice Foskin College(s): East Carolina University, UNC Greensboro, Campbell University

MILLBROOK MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Kelly Durrell McClendon, Jr GPA: 3.9 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kelly and Anika McClendon Activities: National Honor Society, Football Team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Honors: National Honor Society, Academic AllConference, Varsity Letter College(s): Hampton University, NC A&T State University, University of North Carolina-Wilmington

Danielle Nicole Mills GPA: 3.33 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Norman and Remi Mills Activities: Concert Band, Track and Field - High Jump, Marching Band - Drumline Honors: A/B Honor Roll, National Society for High School Scholars College(s): East Carolina University

Omar Minteh

Samuel Okebe Ndukwe GPA: 4.91 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Okebe Ndukwo and Ada Ndukwe Activities: Health Occupation Student Organization, Key Club, National Honor Society, Math Honor Society Honors: National Honor Society, Math Honor Society, Junior Marshal College(s): Wingate University, Campbell University, UNC Charlotte

Ogemdi Augustine Osuagwu, Jr GPA: 3.79 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Augustine and Ogechi Osuagwu Activities: Basketball, Football, African Association College(s): Wake Technical Community College

Jehda Celine White GPA: 3.6 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Ndu and Sarjo Minteh Activities: National Achieverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society, Honors: A/B Honor Roll College(s): NC A&T State University, North Carolina Central University, Wingate University

GPA: 3.25 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Claudia White Activities: Basketball, Softball, Meals on Wheels College(s): Fayetteville State University, Shaw University

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MILLBROOK MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL Jonathan Taylor Wilcox GPA: 3.5

Marcus Alexander Mason MILLBROOK MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Maurice and Tracey Wilcox Activities: Track & Field College(s): UNC Greensboro, NC A&T State University

CONGRATULATIONS, MARCUS!

A Triangle Tribune Senior of Merit

We are so very proud of you and all your accomplishments thus far. We wish you all the very best as you embark on the next chapter in your life. We love you beyond measure and we know that greater is yet to come. Remember in all that you do, put Christ first and foremost. Love Mom, Dad and Nia Parents: Mark Mason & Janice Foskin

BROOKE ALEXANDRIA BARNES CONGRATULATIONS on being selected as one of the top African-American high school seniors in Wake County. We are so very proud of all your accomplishments through the years, and we are also proud of the young lady you have become. As you continue on your journey in life, please remember to let God order your steps so that you may serve Him through your God-given gifts. Stay focused and determined as you continue to climb the ladder of success. We love you! Mommie, Daddy, and Lilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Sis, (Adrienne, Wesley, and Erin Barnes) Mommy Jean and Poppy (Velma and Jairus Wilson) Uncle Jay (Jevon Wilson) PANTHER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2017

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PANTHER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Aqel Malik Amede GPA: 3.25 Parents: Kelvin and Monique Raeford Activities: DECA Honors: Kappa League Scholar, A/B Honor Roll, Scholar Athlete Colleges: East Carolina University

Jazmine Imani Atkinson GPA: 3.79 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Janet Atkinson Activities: French Honor Society, National Honor Society, Varsity Women’s Basketball, Honors: Sports Academic Achievement College(s): Eastern Michigan University, Western Michigan University, UNC Charlotte

Brooke Alexandria Barnes GPA: 4 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Wesley and Adrienne Barnes Activities: Dance Team Captain, National Honor Society for Dance Arts - Vice President Honors: NHS, Durham Ushers’ Union Talent Competition Third Place Award (2016), Sports Medicine II Student Choice Award (2016) College(s): UNC Charlotte, ECU, University of SC

Kiana Elizabeth Bhalai GPA: 3.56 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Patrick and Dolores Bhalai Activities: Athletic Training, Art Honors: Honor Roll College(s): UNC Greensboro, East Carolina University

Michaela Nellie Bramwell GPA: 3.79 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Michael and Carolyn Bramwell Activities: Habitat for Humanity Volunteer, Students for Prevention of Animal Cruelty, Varsity Basketball Honors: Cary Chamber of Commerce for Youth Leadership, President Obama’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports Award, A/B Honor Roll College(s): High Point University, Elon University, UNC Wilmington

Jayden Tyler Cheese GPA: 3.91 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Miran and Marsha Cheese Honors: National Honor Society, National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS), Executive Board of YMCA Leaders Club College(s): NC A&T University

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PANTHER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Cameron Nicole Fisher GPA: 4.83 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Dale and Trina Fisher Activities: Yearbook Editorin-Chief, National Honor Society, French Honor Society Honors: North Carolina Senate Page, AP Scholar with Honor Award, A Honor Roll College(s): University of Chicago

Melanie Noel Flowers GPA: 3.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Thomas and Lynda Flowers Activities: Tech, Color Guard, Leaders Club, Theater

Wadelnen Jane Goyol GPA: 4.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Apollos and Jemima Goyol Activities: NHS, Writing Center Tutor, Interact Club Honors: A Honor Roll, College(s): University of Georgia, Appalachian State University, University of Alabama

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Taylor Renee Jennings Brown GPA: 4.416 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Eugenia Jennings & Ansel Brown Activities: Senior Class Representative, Varsity Cheerleading Captain, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Club Honors: Project Uplift Program Participant at UNC Chapel Hill, National Honors Society College(s): University of South Carolina at Columbia, UNC at Charlotte, Hampton

Jalyce C. Norman GPA: 3.83 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Arnell and Regina Norman Activities: Sports Medicine Team, Stunt Team Honors: Nation Honors Society College(s): East Carolina University,

Nkemdi Amrachi Obi GPA: 4 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Daniel and Chioma Ugwa Activities: Vice President of the African Diaspora Club, National Honor Art Society, Finance Club Honors: Recognition for an Academic Letter Award, Recognition from the National Society of High School Scholars, National Honor Society College(s): NC State, Fordham University, Syracuse University

PANTHER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Garvey Omara-Kiprono Omwenga

Makiya Renee Spencer GPA: 3.75

GPA: 3.458

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Shawn Parker Activities: Varsity Track, Socialites (club for special needs kids), Students for the Prevention of Animal Cruelty Honors: School Track Record/ Women’s 300m, Track & Field Varsity Letterman, National Honor Society College(s): UNC Wilmington, NC State University, UNC Chapel-Hill

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Dennis Rasugu and Gladys Chepkwony Activities: Key Club, DECA

Benhor Samson

Alena Williams GPA: 4.42 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Samson Berhan and Helen Kefale Activities: DECA Club Key Club, Project Uplift Honors: 1st Place in Science Fair, DECA, AP Scholar College(s): East Carolina University

Jordyn Scott

GPA: 3.54 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Myrick and Aretha Williams Activities: National Art Honor Society Honors: Kappa Delta Pi Academic Achievement Award

Azari’EL Ruqaya Wilson GPA: 4.9 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): James and Sarah Scott Activities: National Honors Society, Freshman Mentor, Spanish Club Honors: National Merit Commended Student, Scholar Athlete, 12-Deep Youth Leaders Valedictorian College: Western Carolina

GPA: 3.58 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): David and Ta-Wanda Wilson Activities: Track and Field, Chamber Choir, Catatones A capella group Honors: Varsity Athlete Letters, National Anthem Vocalist at Athletic Games

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PANTHER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Trinity Tyhir Yancey GPA: 3.69 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Therfena Green and Hasan Yancey Activities: DECA, 2016 Summer Participant of the LENS program at Wake Forest University, Panther Creek Track Team (300m) Football Defensive Back Honors: National Society of High School Scholars, A/B Honor Roll 4 yrs., SWAC All Conference Academic Achievement

Jalyce Chanelle Norman PANTHER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL

Jalyce Chanelle, We are so incredibly proud of you! You have grown to be such an awesome person! Everyone who knows you has been blessed! We love you, and cannot wait to see all that you give the world! Remember, live for God and you will live a happy, blessed life!

“Success isn’t just about what you accomplish in your life; it’s about what you inspire others to do.” - Unknown

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Class of 2017

My favorite scripture is the perfect one to send you on to the next chapter in your life... hold it in your heart and always have faith! “For I know the plans I have for you,”declares the Lord,“ plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:10-11(NIV) Love always... Daddy, Mommy, Jevon & family Xoxo Parents: Arnell & Regina Norman

TREY LA-MONTE CHUNN Rolesville High School We have watched you grow from a little boy to a young man. Our OLIH LV Â¿OOHG ZLWK IRQG PHPRULHV RI \RXU Â¿UVW GD\ RI .LQGHUJDUWHQ and now graduating High School. You are a special gift from God with a genuine humble spirit and care for others. You have a strong determination to achieve what matters most to you and will pursue it relentlessly.

Morgan Elizabeth Brown

Rolesville High School Class of 2017

We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished thus far. From the beginning, you were driven, focused and worked hard, both academically and athletically. God blessed us with a loving, kind, smart, and beautiful daughter and sister. Love, Mom, Dad & Thomas

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We are extremely proud of you !!! :LWK /RYH Mom & Dad A Triangle Tribune Senior of Merit

Parents: Reginald T. Brown and Rhonda E. Brown

Robert A. McNeill III ROLESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2017

PARENTS: ROBERT A. MCNEILL, JR & MRS. DEBRAL MCNEILL

Congratulations and Best Wishes! Friendship African Methodist Episcopal Church 877 Crestwick Road * Ramseur, North Carolina 27316 Rev. Robert A. McNeill, Jr., Pastor Second Episcopal District Western North Carolina Conference Rev. Dr. Conrad K. Pridgen, Presiding Elder Bishop James Levert Davis, Presiding Prelate Arelis Beevers Davis, Episcopal Supervisor

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ROLESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Olatutu Adesola Ajani

Morgan Elizabeth Brown GPA: 3.95

GPA: 4.3

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Reginald T. and Rhonda E. Brown Activities: Girlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Varsity Basketball Team, Girls Varsity Cross Country Team, Girls Varsity Lacrosse Honors: National Honor Society, Student Government Association, All Conference Team

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Oladeji Ajani & Iyabosola Ajani Activities: Fellowship of Christian Athletes, RHS Book Club, Anime Club Honors: Honor Roll College(s): UNC Greensboro, Western Carolina University

Domonique Victoria Allen GPA: 3.375 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Vanessa Green Allen Activities: Marching Band College(s): Wake Tech Community College

Aleascia Camille Braswell GPA: 4.7 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Charles and Yolanda Braswell Activities: Dance Company, National Honor Society, School Ambassador Honors: NC Math and Science Education Network Pre-College Program, Junior Marshal, NHS College(s): Hampton University, UNC Charlotte, NC A&T

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Fred Butler GPA: 3.63 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Antonio and Tressa Williams Activities: Key Club, Interact club

Nadia Celeste Castro GPA: 3.45 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Yavon Simpson and Ramon Castro Activities: Sisters Together Achieving Greatness, Sports Medicine Honors: College(s): UNC Charlotte, NC A&T State University, East Carolina University

ROLESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Oluchi Anjola Chukwunyere

Jamond DuBose

GPA: 3.958

GPA: 3.75

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Mr.Chileakam C. & Omolara S. Chukwunyere Activities: National Honor Society (Community Service Committee Captain), S.T.A.G ( Sisters Together Achieving Greatness) Co-founder and Vice president, Varsity Basketball Honors: National Honor Society, All Academic Team (Varsity Tennis & Basketball ), Superintendent Student Leadership Board College(s): NC A&T State University, Lenoir Rhyne University, Spelman

Trey La-Monte Chunn GPA: 3.71 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Chester L. & Melissa Ynette Chunn Activities: Football, Sound and Technical Ministry, Breast Cancer Awareness Honors: A/B Honor Roll, Microsoft Certification, Personality Awards College(s): UNC Charlotte, UNC Greensboro, NC A&T State University

Khalil Tae Crudup GPA: 4.625 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Haywood L. & Mary K. Crudup Activities: Wrestling Team, Key Club, National Honors Society Honors: A Honor Roll, National Honors Society Induction College(s): North Carolina A&T State University

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Teshena DeBrew and James DuBose Activities: Student Ambassador, Varsity Football, Lacrosse Honors: First Team AllConference Academics, Haven Houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Youth Advisory Board, Superintendentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Student Leadership Council College(s): East Carolina University, North Carolina A&T State University, Shaw University

Xavier Edwards GPA: 3.83 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Calvin and Sharron Mabry Activities: Basketball, Football, Pepi Honors: National Honor Society, Alpha Beta Award, Academic All Conference College(s): Oregon, ECU

Rahaf Ahmed Hassan GPA: 3.75 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Ahmed Hassan and Rihab Saad Activities: President and Co-founder of African & Caribbean Student Association, Member of Muslim Student Association, Sisters Together Achieving Greatness Honors: Kappa Alpha Psi Scholars College(s): UNC Greensboro

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ROLESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Israel Lockamy

Halley Herndon GPA: 3.58 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Linwood and Felicia Herndon Activities: Varsity Soccer Team Captain, Interact Club, Indoor Track, Cross Country Honors: AKA Sorority, Inc. 2016 Debutante Honor Court V Scholarship Recipient, Kappa Scholar 2016, A/B Honor Roll 4yrs. College(s): Wake Tech Career Pathways and College Promise, East Carolina University

Edward Vann Hicks, II GPA: 3.56 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Edward Vann Hicks, Sr. & Nicole R. Hicks Activities: Varsity Football, Track Honors: A/B Honor Roll, Varsity Football Team Captain, National Academy of Future Scientists and Technologists College(s): North Carolina Central University, United States Naval Academy, Furman University

Lee Khan

GPA: 3.75 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Michael and Cynthia Lockamy Activities: Varsity Basketball Team, Varsity Soccer Team, Marching Band College(s): East Carolina University, Lenoir-Rhyne University, Western Carolina

Abdul Lamin Mansaray GPA: 3.3 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Ibrahim and Fanta Mansaray Activities: HOSA, Esports Club Honors: Certificate of Achievement by the Kappa Charitable Trust Fund

Robert Allen McNeill, III GPA: 3.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Cindy Marazzi

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GPA: 3.4 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Debra and Robert A. McNeill, Jr. Activities: School Band, Theater Honors: St. Paul A.M.E. Young Peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Division, Christian Debutante & Masters Commission College(s): Morehouse College, North Carolina Central University, Howard University

ROLESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL David Nnanna

Kamyiah Shainice Richardson GPA: 3.85 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): James and Caroline Nnanna

Chidubem Naomi Nwakuche GPA: 4.73 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Ifeyinwa Christobel Nwaku; Melanie Shaw

Arianna Abigail Purvis GPA: 3.27 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Eric and Tonia Purvis Activities: Track and Field, Key Club, Student Government Honors: Most Outstanding Player/Track, All-Conference (Greater Neuse) Champion, All-Academic (Greater Neuse)

GPA: 3.2 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Joseph Richardson and Ruby Kirtz Activities: SGA Club (Straight-Gay Alliance), Manager of Wrestling Team (2016), Concession Volunteer Honors: A/B Honor Roll (2015-2016), A/B Honor Roll (Fall of 2016), AP Statistics College(s): University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Christian Robert Summers GPA: 4.25 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Scott and Wendy Summers Activities: National Honors Society, Varsity Basketball, Interact club Honors: Kappa Alpha PSI Honors Program, National Honors Society, All Academic ConferenceVarsity Basketball College(s): NC A&T State University, East Carolina University, UNC Greensboro

Morgan Toni Thomas GPA: 4.625 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Dave and Tamara Thomas Activities: National Honor Society, Varsity Tennis, Sisters Together Achieving Greatness Club (S.T.A.G) Honors: North Carolina Honors Chorus, National Honor Society Grease the Musical (Lead character, Rizzo) College(s): High Point University

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ROLESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Rebecca Aso Ukaegbu GPA: 4.75 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Aso and Sarah Ukaegbu Activities: President of ACSA (African and Caribbean Student Association), STAG Club, Member of World Culture Club College(s): East Carolina University

Tion Dyrek Ward GPA: 3.83 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Carol Ward Activities: TSA (Technology Student Association), Key Club, FFA Honors: 3rd Place 2015 Regional TSA Conference for Architectural Renovation

Miles Thomas Wiley GPA: 3.79 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Gary and Alicia Wiley Activities: Varsity Baseball-3 year letterman, Student Government Association, Brothers Together Achieving Greatness (BTAG) Honors: National Honor Society, American Legion Tar Heel Boys State, 2016, Governor’s Page Program, 2016 College(s): Tuskegee University 82 82 TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COMz WCPSS2017 2017TOP TOPSENIORS SENIORS zWCPSS

Edward Vann Hicks, II Rolesville High School

Class of 2K17

#6 Football is God’s gift to humanity. Wish you the best “EJ” Hicks. Kisha and Nye Parent: Nicole R. Hicks A Triangle Tribune Senior of Merit

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SANDERSON HIGH SCHOOL Christopher Jordan Barlow GPA: 3.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Anthony and Tanessa Barlow Activities: Football, Track and Field Honors: A/B Honor Roll College(s): Methodist, NC A&T State University

Viola Augusta Byass GPA: 3.7 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Augustus and Sia Byass Activities: WISE (Women Inspiring Success In Each Other), Yearbook, Church Youth Group Honors: Congress of Future Science and Technology Leaders, National Society of High School Scholars, Kappa Scholars College(s): UNC Greensboro

Diondra Lynelle Goins GPA: 3.4 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Diona and Willie Goins, Jr. Activities: Honors: A/B Honor Roll, Kappa Scholars, Spartans of Excellence College(s): Wake Technical Community College

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Ebony Matilda Grayson GPA: 3.87 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Tawanna Grayson Activities: Honors: National Honors Society College(s): East Carolina University, NC A&T State University

QuShawn Lamont Hopkins GPA: 3.2 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kendrick and Tilwanda Hopkins Activities: IMAGE Club, Tech Theater Honors: Kappa Scholar

Darius LaMont King GPA: 3.3 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Niki Thompson & Vernon King Activities: Step Team, Theatre, Art Honors: A/B Honor roll

SANDERSON HIGH SCHOOL Lamin Manneh

Cameron Allen Russ GPA: 3.32 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Juliana Sama Bangura Activities: Bowling, Archery, Ice Skating Honors: A/B Honor Roll

GPA: 3.9 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): George and Tanya Russ Activities: Varsity Basketball, Image Club Honors: 1st Team Academic All-Conference, A/B Honor Roll College(s): East Carolina University, North Carolina A&T State University

Muadh Ayanda Ojutomori GPA: 4.0 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Nasiru Ojutomori Honors: Spartan of Excellence 2016, Spartan of Excellence 2017, Honor Roll 2016 College(s): Wingate University

Winnie Ongwacho GPA: 3.68 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Samuel Nyandwaro Activities: International Club Honors: Honor Roll College(s): Wingate, Meredith

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JULIAN MICHAEL YATES VEREEN Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School

CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES! Your exemplary achievements in academic, civic and community engagement, leadership, athletics, and church involvement clearly indicate why you were selected as one of the Top Wake County African-American Seniors for the 2016-2017 school year. We are extremely proud of all that you have accomplished! You have developed from a sweet and handsome bundle of joy into a charming and intelligent son, with a humble and loving spirit. As you begin this new chapter in your life remember: Phillipians 4:13 Class of 2017

Parents: Michael and Letisa Vereen

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A Triangle Tribune Senior of Merit

Gabrielle Simone Jones CONGRATULATIONS

Gabrielle “Gabby” Jones On Being One of Wake County’s Top Academic African-American High School Seniors for 2017!

Gabrielle, continue to let God guide your footsteps. Your character will continue to be developed through your hard work, learning, sacrifice, studying, and perseverance. You are on a journey to become a very successful young lady. Keep holding your head up, reaching for those stars, and blessing us all with that million dollar smile. You work so very hard for all you do. Everything will pay off soon. We love you Gabby!!! GABBY’S VILLAGE: PARENTS, LOVING FAMILY, AND FRIENDS SCHOOL: SOUTHEAST RALEIGH MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL PARENTS: MR. & MRS. COREY AND ALANNA JONES ACTIVITIES: FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES (FCA), VARSITY CHEERLEADING, EMOTION DANCE COMPANY (SRMHS), J.E.W.E.L.S., SRMHS-NATURAL HAIR CLUB, AND NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF MENTAL ILLNESS (NAMI) VOLUNTEER FAVORITE SCRIPTURE: MATTHEW 7:12 (NIV) “THE GOLDEN RULE”–SO IN EVERYTHING, DO TO OTHERS WHAT YOU WOULD HAVE THEM DO TO YOU, FOR THIS SUMS UP THE LAW AND THE PROPHETS. FAVORITE WORD: PULCHRITUDINOUS COLLEGE: WINSTON SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY

“Enter to learn, leave to serve!”

A TRIANGLE TRIBUNE SENIOR OF MERIT

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SOUTHEAST RALEIGH MAGNET Octavia Nicole Bizzell

Kenisha Chanell Byrd

GPA: 4.25

GPA: 4.321

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Timothy and Wanda Bizzell Activities: Vice Pres. of the Fashion Club, Member of the Screamers, SGA Honors: Junior Marshal, National Honor Society Morehead-Cain Scholarship Nominee College(s): East Carolina University

Preston Chavis Bowditch II

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kenneth and Cantrell Byrd Activities: Hidden Colors of Heritage Club, Debate Club, Internship Honors: Kappa Honors Scholar Award, Junior Marshal, Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY)

Ashanta’ Joysha Caldwell GPA: 3.44

GPA: 4.3

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Erica Caldwell Activities: Softball, FCCLA, Bulldog Mentor Honors: Kappa Scholars Honors College(s): NC A&T State University, Winston-Salem State University, Wingate University

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Preston and Natasha Bowditch Activities: Student Government Association, New Tech Council, Bulldog Mentors Honors: Dartmouth University Book Club Award

Latea’ Monique Bryant GPA: 3.96 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Alfred and Myrles Bryant Activities: Cheerleading, SGA, Softball Honors: Academic Honors, Junior Marshal 2016 College(s): North Carolina Central University, Fayetteville State University

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Shayla Chavis GPA: 4.66 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Lawrence and Kela Chavis Activities: A.C.T. Theatre Department, National Honors Society, NC State MSEN Pre-College Program Honors: A/B Honor Roll, MSEN Academic Achievement Award, Most Improved (Vocal Music) College(s): Elon University, Spelman University, UNC Charlotte

SOUTHEAST RALEIGH MAGNET Ariel Celeste Cooley

Taryn Nicole Gill GPA: 4.5

GPA: 4.286

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Pamela Ann Gary Activities: Student Body President, Bulldog Mentor, National Beta Club Honors: National Society of High School Scholars, SRMHS Honors/Leadership Society College(s): Spelman

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Darrell and Jocelyn Cooley Activities: Student Government Association, The National Beta Club, National Honor Society, Raleigh Youth Council Honors: Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Award, Kappa Scholars Certificate of Achievement Award, National Honor Society

Rosa Ramona Cruz

Sashanelle Cecelia Grey

GPA: 3.87

GPA: 3.9

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Jimmy and Amanda Cruz Activities: Japanese Club, Art Club

Taria Daughtridge GPA: 4.142 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Fredericka Faison Activities: Theatre Honors: International Thespian Society, Junior Marshal, International Honors Society College(s): UNC Greensboro, American Musical and Dramatic Academy

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Erica Sorrell Activities: Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Varsity Basketball Honors: National Honor Society, Merit Scholar College(s): Appalachian State University, UNC Greensboro, Campbell University

Tenay A. Harrell GPA: 3.25 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Torrance and Regina Harrell Activities: Band, Golf Honors: Most Valuable Player in Band Junior year, Sportsmanship Award for Golf, Honor Roll College(s): North Carolina Central University, Wingate University

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SOUTHEAST RALEIGH MAGNET Faith Zoe Henderson GPA: 4.2 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): David and Sidney Henderson Activities: Marching Band, Dance, Student Government Honors: Kappa Scholar, National Dance Honor Society College(s): Hampton University, East Carolina University, Wingate University

Jeannelle Renee Johnson GPA: 3.75 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Michael and Tametha D. Johnson Activities: Hidden Colors of Heritage Association, Founder and President, Track and Field, Fannie Lou Hamer Institute Honors: Selected for Costa Rica, Spain & Senegal, West Africa Educational Cultural Immersion Program College(s): Hampton University, North Carolina Central University, UNC Greensboro

Gabrielle Simone Jones GPA: 3.4 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Corey and Alanna Jones Activities: Varsity cheer, E-motion Dance Company, Natural Hair Club Honors: Dance Leadership Award, Honor roll

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Christian Daniel Kornegay GPA: 3.3 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Carlton and Cynthia Kornegay Activities: Band, Sigma Beta, Wrestling, MSEN Pre-college Honors: Homecoming Court, Sigma Beta President, All Academic Athlete College(s): NCA&T, WSSU, NCCU, JCSU

Christina Marie Lashley GPA: 3.2 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Angela Quuenland Activities: Track and Field Honors: AP Human Geography, AP US History, Honors Chemistry

Mariah Christen Lassiter GPA: 3.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Angeline Patterson and Emmanual Lassiter Activities: Band Manager, Track and Field, Mentor for Engineering Academy Honors: Kappa Scholar College(s): East Carolina University, North Carolina Agricultural & Technical University

SOUTHEAST RALEIGH MAGNET Madison Taylor Leake

Tenesha Michelle McDuffie GPA: 3.89

GPA: 3.39

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Fredrick and Jacqueline McDuffie Activities: Athletic Training, Theatre, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Honors: Kappa Scholars, National Honor Society of High School Scholars College(s): Bridgewater College, Winthrop University, Catawba College

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Tonya Leake Activities: MSEN, Tennis Team, Broadcasting Club Honors: Sportsmanship, A/B Honor Roll, Technology Award College(s): ECU, UNCG, NCA&T, NCCU

Antoine Mays

Lauren Money GPA: 4.32 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kevin and Yolande Mays Activities: MSEN, National Honor Society, Sigma Beta Club Honors: Kappa Charitable Trust-Certificate and Medal for outstanding Academic Achievement, All Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Honor Roll College(s): ECU, NC A&T

Aliyah Karmen McCray GPA: 4.07 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Angela Hampton Activities: Marching and Concert Band, Beta Club, National Honor Society Honors: Bulldog Band Vice President (2016-17), Kappa Scholars Award (2015-16), Most Valuable Junior in Marching Bulldog Band (2015-16) College(s): NC A&T State University, University of North Carolina Greensboro

GPA: 4.21 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Edward and Monica Money Activities: New Tech Council President (20152017), Yearbook (Co-Editor 2016-2017), YMCA Leaders Club (2013-2017) Honors: Photography Merit Award (2014), Kappa Honors: Academic Achievement (2016)

Jeffery Ugo Onyegbule GPA: 3.46 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Chudi Jeff Onyegbule & Ezinne Onyegbule Activities: Football Honors: A/B Honor Roll

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SOUTHEAST RALEIGH MAGNET Dwain Anthony Porterfield

Julian Michael Yates Vereen

GPA: 3.75 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Andrea Porterfield Activities: Football, Wrestling, Sigma Beta Honors: Honor Roll , Football All Conference Linebacker College(s): Wingate, Lenoir-Rhyne

Lauren Dalisa Ray

GPA: 3.92 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Michael and Letisa Vereen Activities: Varsity Baseball Team Captain, MSEN Pre-College Program, Engineering Academy Honors: Rotary Youth Leadership Academy, Kappa Outstanding Academic Achievement Award, National Society of High School Scholars College(s): NCSU, NCCU, Ohio University

Simone Nicole Watkins

GPA: 3.375 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): David Ray & Lisa Manuel Activities: Southeast Raleigh Dance Company (Emotion), Church Youth Choir, Church Youth Goal Setters Honors: National Dance Honor Society, A/B Honor Roll, Kappa Scholar Award

Alvin Dewayne Thompson GPA: 4.416 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Sharon and Alvin D. Thompson Sr. Activities: Varsity Football Captain, Southeast Raleigh High Engineering Academy Honors: 2nd Highest GPA In (MSEN) Pre-College Program, All Academic Award - Football, 1st Place (MSEN) Algebra II Competition College(s): East Carolina University, Hampton University, Ohio University 92 92 TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM z WCPSS 2017 2017TOP TOPSENIORS SENIORS zWCPSS

GPA: 4.0 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kelly and Darrick Watkins Activities: Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Natural Hair Club, Hidden Colors of Heritage Association Honors: North Carolina A&T Research Apprenticeship Program Participant, Governor’s School Nominee, President’s Award for Education Achievement College(s): UNC Greensboro, North Carolina A&T State University

Candice Whitley GPA: 3.4 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Dorcas Pearsall Activities: Indoor & Outdoor Track and Field, Dance, Varsity Volleyball College(s): Wingate University

VERNON MALONE

COLLEGE AND CAREER ACADEMY Brianna Colton GPA: 3.78 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Horace and Rotisha Colton Activities: Student Body Government Honors: Outstanding Service Award from Governor Pat McCrory, President’s Award for Outstanding Academic Award College(s): Hampton University

Julian Feagen GPA: 4.48 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Benand and Tracy Battle Activities: Honors: National Achievers Society, Elks Lodge Top Students Recognition

TyQuann Jerrell Sanders GPA: 3.34 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Stephanie Smith and Marion Sanders Activities: Student Council, Summer camp volunteer Honors: A/B Honor Roll

Congratulations Kristen Gilyard! You are a shooting star!

“There are two types of people who will tell you that you cannot make a difference in this world: those who are afraid to try and those who are afraid you will succeed.” - Ray Goforth

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WAKE EARLY COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND SCIENCES

Lauren Destiny Brooks GPA: 4.0 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Derisha Brooks; Bennie & Syble Baker Activities: Student Government Association, JDRF Walk, Peer tutoring Honors: A/B Honor Roll, Martin Street Baptist Church Youth Leadership Academy, U. S. Achievement Academy National Mathematics Award Winner College(s): Staying for 5th year at WECHS

Zyon Chanae DeVaughn GPA: 3.85 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Shelton and Shan’non DeVaughn Activities: National Honor Society Honors: Wake Med. Junior Volunteer, Young Advocates Institute College(s): Staying an extra year to do EMT training

Christopher Nicolas Greene GPA: 3.1 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Latasha Little and Christopher Greene Activities: Lacrosse Team, Key Club Honors: Senior Patrol Leader (Boy Scouts), Life Scout (Boy Scout Rank), Wells Crowther Leadership Award (Hockey)

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Kiara Jakara Henry GPA: 3.45 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Quintella Heyward and Joe Henry Activities: Key Club Officer, Ladies of Excellence, African American Heritage Club Honors: A Honor Roll, D.A.R.E Award, Honorary Key Club Member

Maya Machelle Hizer GPA: 3.6 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Ira and Sharon Hizer Activities: HOSA, Key Club Honors: Honor Roll, Highest Average in Biomedical Technology, Secretary of Key Club College(s): UNC Chapel Hill, UNC Wilmington, Amherst College

Pearl Chiamaka Kosisochukwu Imoh GPA: 4.8 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Austin and Lovelyn Imoh Activities: National Honor Society, International Friends Club, Writing Center Tutor Honors: Dean’s List at Wake Technical Community College, “A” Honor Roll at Wake Early College of Health and Sciences, Junior Marshal College(s): UNC Chapel Hill, Appalachian State University, UNC Charlotte

WAKE EARLY COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND SCIENCES

Maya Angelique Jones GPA: 3.62 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Erica Labossiere-Jones

Nia Elizabeth Lee GPA: 4.0 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Marion and Jewel Lee Activities: National Honor Society, Ladies in Leadership Honors: Honor Roll four straight years

Mahdi Sesay GPA: 3.6 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Sia Tida Koroma and Lamin Jah Activities: Science Olympiad Honors: A/B Honor Roll

Mikaela Felice Woodard GPA: 4.313 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Michael & Felissa Woodard Activities: Chick fil A Employee, HOSA Member, Youth Group at Church Honors: Servants Heart Award, A Honor Roll College(s): Florida State University, UNC Charlotte

Braxton Samuel Macklin GPA: 3.39 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kelvin and Aurelia Macklin Honors: A/B Honor Roll, Robert & Sallie Joyner Edwards Certificate of Recognition

“Never give in except to convictions of honor and good sense.” -Winston Churchill

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WAKE FOREST HIGH SCHOOL Hamidat Ololade Omowonuola Amokomowo

Imani Gill GPA: 3.37 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Robert and Luellen Gill Activities: Varsity Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lacrosse, Ladies of Distinction, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Honors: National Achievers Society, National History Honor Society, National Art Honor Society, College(s): East Carolina University, Western Carolina University

GPA: 3.95 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Adeleke Amokomowo & Solabomi Cole Activities: Yearbook, Sports Medicine Honors: The Triangle Tribune Top Seniors, National Achievers Society, French Honor Society College(s): East Carolina University

Voshon Barnes

Trejin Armon Hartsfield GPA: 4.12

GPA: 4.4

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Sean and Veronica Barnes Activities: Football (9th 11th grade), Wrestling (9th - 12th grade) Honors: Senior Beta Club, Kappa Scholars Program, A Honor Roll College(s): East Carolina University, UNC Greensboro, UNC Pembroke

Demetrius DaShawn Emanuel Everett GPA: 4.125 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Eunice Aiken-Everett Activities: Varsity Basketball, National Achievers Society, DECA Honors: Varsity basketball All conference, Winner of regional DECA competition for Sports Management, School Nominee for Project Uplift

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Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Trevin Hartsfield and Tameka Tabron Activities: Football, Track and Field, Co-President of Lettermenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club Honors: A Honor Roll, Cap8 All Academic Conference, Top 100 Class Rank College(s): East Carolina University

Alpha Kuyateh GPA: 4.375 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Jalilatu and Unisa Kuyateh Activities: Jazz Band,Marching Band, Latin Club Honors: National Honor Society, National Achiever Society, National Latin Honor Society College(s): UNCGreensboro

WAKE FOREST HIGH SCHOOL Renlena Lorpu Loila

Alexis Ramsay GPA: 4.45

GPA: 3.25

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Jylindia Wallace Activities: Sports Medicine, National Honor Society, Student Government Honors: Head Student Athletic Trainer College(s): East Carolina University, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Rennie and Ellen C. Loila Activities: Honors: National Honor Society, Key Club

Renlyn Nyamah Loila

Kori Renee Smith

GPA: 3.29

GPA: 3.33

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Rennie and Ellen C. Loila Activities: National Achievers Society, Key Club

Stephoni Alyse Minter GPA: 4.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Gwendolyn Minter Activities: National Achievers Society, Tri-M Music Honors Society, Spanish Honor Society Honors: Kappa Alpha Psi Scholar, Honor Roll, Math Honor Society

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Tyrone and Renee Smith Activities: National Achievers Society, JROTC, Environmental Club Honors: WCPSS Outstanding Achievement Award, U.S. Army Recruiting Command Award for JROTC Award, Academic all Conference Certificate College(s): UNC Charlotte, Johnson and Wales University Charlotte, UNC Greensboro

Chelsea Spears GPA: 3.25 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Tanyanika Gibbs Activities: Honors: Chemistry, American History, Economics & Civics College(s): Lenoir-Rhyne

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WAKE FOREST HIGH SCHOOL Brianna Nicole Terrell GPA: 3.875 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Michelle & Brian Terrell, Sr. Activities: Varsity Cheerleading, National Achievers Society, Louisburg Youth Cheerleading Coach Honors: National Beta Club, Kappa Scholars, National Society of High School Scholars College(s): UNC Chapel Hill, UNC Greensboro, North Carolina Central

“Successful people do what unsuccessful people are not willing to do. Don’t wish it were easier; wish you were better.” - Jim Rohn

Congratulations, Graduates!

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES: Harrison Broun will graduate from Chapel Hill High School in June. In the fall, he will attend Guilford College. Harrison is active in the Triangle United Soccer Association, plays on his high school soccer team and volunteers with Rainbow Soccer.

Fana Haile-Selassie will graduate from Jordan High School in June. She will attend Spelman College in the fall, pursuing a degree in International Studies. Fana has served her school, local and church community in a variety of areas. Student Body President, Peer Mentor and American Red Cross volunteer are but a few of the areas in which she has served.

COLLEGE GRADUATES: Caleb Bell will graduate from Mars Hill University in May with a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology. He is a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success as well as a Bonner Scholar. While at Mars Hill, Caleb traveled to Puerto Rico to volunteer at Jobos Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (JBNERR) during Spring Break 2016 and 2017. Jayda D Marrow will graduate from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in May, with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and minor in Spanish this upcoming May. Throughout her time in school, she was an active member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and enjoyed studying abroad in Costa Rica.

MILITARY GRADUATE: DaVonte’ Ishmael Marrow has graduated from the Basic Public Affairs Course at the Defense Information School on Fort Meade in Maryland, on April 06, 2017. This month, he starts a new job working with the Public Affairs Detachment in Los Angeles/Long Beach, CA. He is now 3HWW\ 2I¿FHU UG &ODVV DQG ZLOO be a public affairs specialist doing journalism, photojournalism, and interacting with media sources on what the United States Coast Guard is doing; and running the Coast Guard’s various social media apps and sites.

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WAKE STEM EARLY COLLEGE Roberta Afi Gozan

Grace E’lona Mang

GPA: 3.428 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Pierre Gozan and Joyce Prince Activities: VP of HCF (Huriyyah Chaudhry Foundation), YMCA Summer Camp Counselor, Children First Academy Day Care Volunteer Honors: Honors English 3 Outstanding Achievements & Accomplishment Recognition College(s): Staying Fifth Year in High School

Angelica Ogechi Izuogu GPA: 4.5

Antonia Izuogu

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Jacobs and Kimberly Izuogu Activities: National Honor Society, Jr. Women in Science and Engineering (Jr. WISE) Club, MSEN Network Saturday Academy Pre-College Program Honors: A Honor Roll, National Honor Society, Highest overall GPA in MSEN high school program, Community Service Volunteer (150 hours) College(s): Spelman College

GPA: 4.1 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Andrea Cannon-Mang Activities: Junior WISE Club, International Club, Prom Committee Honors: A/B Honor Roll, National Society of High School Scholars, African American Scholar from C.O.S.T (Citizens on Southside Together) College(s): NC State Univ., Georgia Institute of Technology, Clark Atlanta University

Biabu Mwalaba GPA: 3.62 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Mwalaba Mukendi & Pwekela Kabimanyi Activities: International Club, Volunteer Club, Chess Club Honors: Kappa Scholars Award for maintaining a 3.0 or better GPA, 2016, A/B Honor Roll for Quarter 1 of 2015 - 2016 School Year, 3.0 GPA or higher NCMSEN Pre-College NC State University Medal, 2013 College(s): UNC Greensboro, ECU, Johnson and Wales University

GPA: 4.38 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Jacobs and Kimberly Izuogu Activities: Junior Women In Science and Engineering (Jr. W.I.S.E.) Club, Internship at NCSU L.A.C.E. Lab, Student Council Honors: Kappa Scholar Academic Excellence Award, A Honor Roll, Harriet B. Webster Community Service Award College(s): Howard University, Meredith College, Albany College of Pharmaceuticals & Health Sciences

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WAKE YOUNG MEN’S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Tyler Joseph Etheridge GPA: 3.6 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Shawn and Shanika Etheridge Activities: Kappa League, Student Government Association, Key Club Honors: St. Augustine University’s Dean List, Consistency Of Academic Excellence,2016 Kappa Scholar College(s): North Carolina Central, Campbell University, Saint Augstine’s University

Solomon McQueen GPA: 3.46 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Hyacinth McQueen Activities: Varsity Athletics, Key Club Captain, Newspaper President Honors: Honor Roll

Adolph Drayton Simmons GPA: 4.1 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Adolph Simmons Jr. and Brenda Gibson Activities: Model United Nations, National Honor’s Society, Junior Statesmen of America at Georgetown Honors: Kappa League Scholars, Falcon Forum writer award, Dean’s List St.Augustine University College(s): Hampden Sydney College

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WAKE YOUNG WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Amanda Danaye Brown GPA: 4.44 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Amina McCleary and Dawin Brown Activities: National Honor Society, Future Business Leaders of America Honors: National Honors Society Parliamentarian, Future Business Leaders of America Parliamentarian College(s): Meredith College

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WAKE WAKEFIELD FORESTHIGH HIGHSCHOOL SCHOOL Kelice Mariela Agosto

Edward L. Buggs

GPA: 3.5

GPA: 4.416

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Thomas and Gabriela Hollins Activities: National Achievers Society (NAS) Member, Volunteering, Youth Commission International (YCI) Club Member, Dance, Graphic Designing Club Member Honors: A/B Honor Roll, High Five Award College(s): Western Carolina University

Brandon Bowden

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Tray and Iris Buggs Activities: Band, National Achievers Society Honors: Kappa Scholar Inductee, Lamp of Knowledge, Invitation to Congress of Future Medical Leaders, Honor Roll College(s): Drexel, East Carolina University, Arcadia

Brianna Bush

GPA: 4.041

GPA: 4.0

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Tameka Little and Hubert Bowden Activities: Varsity Football, Letterman’s Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Honors: College(s): North Carolina Central University

Aniyah Imani Brown GPA: 3.77 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Michael Brown Honors: Lamp of Knowledge

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Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Christine Debnam Activities: National Achievers Society, Key Club, National History Honor Society, Tutoring, Teacher Help Honors: Lamp of Knowledge Honors Award ( 9th-12th), Student Improvement ( 9th-12th)

Daniel Caine, Jr GPA: 3.625 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Alethea Perkins-Caine & Daniel Caine, Sr. Activities: Football, Black Student Union Club, Letterman’s Club, Antibullying Club, Honors: National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists Award of Excellence, National Society of High School Scholars, College(s): West Virginia University, East Carolina University, Old Dominion University

WAKEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Allyson Rose Caldwell

Angel Nicole Christian GPA: 3.5

GPA: 3.889 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Vanessa Caldwell Activities: National Achievers Society, National Technical Honors Society Honors: Lamp of Knowledge Award, A/B Honor Roll 2015, 2016, Church Youth Volunteer, Certified Nurse Aide 1 College(s): UNC Charlotte, Howard University, Campbell University, Seton Hall University

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Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Aaron & Avis Christian Activities: Sports Medicine, Dance, Track and Field Honors: Sports Medicine Honors Society College(s): East Carolina University

Zackary Coley GPA: 3.9

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Yolonda B. Card Activities: Co Founder & Vice President of Wakefield High School Black Student Union, Wakefield High School African Library Project Honors: Lifetime Fitness LifeCafe Team Member, A/B Honor Roll 4 yrs. College(s): George Mason University, UNC Charlotte Old Dominion University

Blake Edward Carter GPA: 4.3 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): William and Connie Carter Activities: Varsity Tennis, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Honors: NCHSAA 4A Individual All State Tennis Singles and Doubles, NCHSAA 4A All Conference and All Regional, Wakefield High School Best Athlete, Tennis MVP College(s): Appalachian State University, UNC Charlotte

GPA: 3.95 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): April Smith and Duane Coley Activities: Junior Classical League, Future Business Leaders of America, Track Honors: National Society of High School Scholars, A/B Honor Roll, Lamp Of Knowledge Award, High Five Award College(s): North Carolina A&T State University

Caleb Jirene Dale GPA: 3.85 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Clarence Dale; (The late Shirrell Jones) Activities: Beta Club, National Honor Society, Just Think First Club, Feminist club Honors: Academic all conference College(s): East Carolina University, Western Carolina University, UNC Greensboro, William Peace university

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WAKEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Dorienne Alexandria Davis GPA: 3.58 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Dina Joyner Activities: Varsity Volleyball player, Oak City Bees Beekeeper, VP Female empowerment club (school club) Honors: Raleigh Fine Arts Society - Literary ContestHonorable Mention, Certificate of Achievement for Outstanding Academic Achievement, Honor Roll 2016-2017, Honor Roll 2015-16

Daijah Dixon

Zachary Jordan Gaiters GPA: 3.6 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Jeffery and Lilieth Gaiters Honors: Academic Improvement in Motion award, Perfect Attendance Award, A/B Honor Roll Award

Ariana Marie Gales GPA: 3.67 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Shirley Mason Activities: National Art Honor Society, FCCLA, Black Student Union

GPA: 4.79 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Travis and Anita Gales Activities: Marching Band Color Guard, Winterguard, Beta Club, Red Cross Club Honors: National Honor Society, The National English Honor Society, The National Science Honor Society, The National Mathematics Honor Society) College(s): UNC Chapel Hill, UNC Charlotte, East Carolina University

Avae Aaliyah Johnson

Lyn Jovan Ebron GPA: 4.125 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Phyllis Roberson Activities: Color Guard, Winterguard, Band Honors: NAS, FCA, YCI, French Club, YMCA College(s): UNC Charlotte, North Carolina State University, Wake Forest University, East Carolina University

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GPA: 3.95 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Tamika Williams Activities: National Art Honors Society, Varsity Golf, National Achievers Society, FTC Robotics Honors: CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT FTC ROBOTICS, Certificate of Outstanding Youth Employee College(s): East Carolina University, UNC Greensboro

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Cerrington Alexandria Lee-Mantilla GPA: 3.96 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Kenya & Terrance Blackwell Activities: Student Ambassadors, Flint Michigan Water Project Honors: A Honor Roll, 3.6 GPA in Dual Enrollment Courses at Wake Tech College(s): Spelman College, North Carolina Central University, High Point University

Victor Jones

GPA: 3.75 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Mariel Lee

Aliesha Shevonne Lloyd GPA: 4.33 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Craig and Melinda Jones Activities: Varsity Basketball, School Orchestra Honors: National Honor Society, A Honor Roll, Lettermanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club, All Conference Academics College(s): UNC Chapel Hill, Michigan State University, UNC Greensboro, North Carolina A&T State University

Tori Elizabeth Kent GPA: 3.41 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Nadine Jenkins Activities: Varsity Dance Team, Honors Dance Class, Junior Varsity Assistant Coach, Special Needs Dance Mentorship Honors: Pulse Protege Scholarship Winner, 541 Homie Scholarship Winner, JUMP VIP Scholarship Winner, 2015-2016 Dance Team Captain, College(s): Wake Tech Community College

GPA: 4.0 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Loria Kerr and William Lloyd Activities: Track and Field, Future Business Leaders of America Honors: A/B Honor Roll

Raven Alexys McLaurin GPA: 4.7 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Rodney and Rebekah McLaurin Activities: Varsity Cheerleading Captain, Varsity Lacrosse, Cheer Excel (cheer coach for students with special needs) Honors: The Shaw University and U.S. Environmental Protections Agency Research Apprenticeship Program, College(s): East Carolina University TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM z WCPSS 2017 2017 TOP TOP SENIORS SENIORS z WCPSS

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WAKEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Bolaji Adeola Oshin

Katerra Ann Rawlings GPA: 3.91

GPA: 3.81

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Christina Rawlings Activities: Dance, Chorus, Honors: Lamp of Knowledge, A/B honor roll College(s): East Carolina University, Wingate University

Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Adedayo Oshinyimkia & Abiodun Akinola Activities: Varsity Football, Black Student Union, National Achievers Society, JV Football, Honors: A/B Honor Roll, A/B Honor Roll, Lamp of Knowledge Award

Myasia Keturah Ragland GPA: 3.25 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Keith and Marisol Ragland Activities: FCCLA (Family Career and Community Leaders of America), FFA (Future Farmers of America), NAHS (National Art Honor Society) Honors: FFA Greenhand Degree, Academic Improvement in Motion Award College(s): East Carolina University, Lenoir-Rhyne University

Christina Rachelle Rascoe GPA: 4.67 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Ronald and Ethel Rascoe Activities: Newspaper Student Life Editor, National Honor Society, National Achievers Society, Beta Club Honors: A/B Honor Roll6 semesters, National Youth Correspondent for Washington Journalism and Media Conference College(s): Seton Hall University, UNC Charlotte, George Mason University, East Carolina University 106TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COM TRIANGLETRIBUNE.COMzzWCPSS WCPSS2017 2017TOP TOPSENIORS SENIORS 106

Jymera Sadler GPA: 4.2 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Venita Sadler Activities: National Honors Society, Science Honors Society, French Honors Society Honors: National Academy of Future Scientists and Technologists Award of Excellence, Awarded Varsity Letter for Academics, A/B Honor Roll, College(s): Campbell University, Lenoir-Rhyne University, Wingate University

Tavin Jalan Sharp

GPA: 3.7 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Willie and Leticia Naylor Activities: Football, Employment, Y-Leadership Honors: A/B Honor Roll, National Achievers Society College(s): Campbell University, Randolph-Macon College

WAKEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Miaya Denea Small GPA: 4.125 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Reginald Small Activities: Harmonik Rhythm, Student Government, Black Student Union Honors: Kappa Scholars Award, Lamp of Knowledge Award, A & A/B Honor Roll College(s): East Carolina University, UNC Greensboro, North Carolina Central University

Amanda Tripp

Tyler Donovan Wilson GPA: 4.5 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Trent and Holly Wilson Activities: Varsity Basketball, National Honor Society, National Achievers Society, Wake Forest Chamber Youth Leadership, Mu Alpha Theta Honors: Lamp of Knowledge Award, Academic All Conference (Basketball), Kappa Alpha Scholar, All Conference (Track), Bunn Holiday Tournament MVP (Basketball) College(s): Butler University

GPA: 4.417 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Timothy and Alicia Tripp Activities: Black Student Union, The African Library Project Honors: National Achievers Society, Beta Club College(s): University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Jermaine Christopher Valentine GPA: 3.25 Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Donald and Phalla Valentine Activities: Artistic Drawing, Socializing with Friends, Yearbook Member, National Art Honors Society Member, Learning From Others Honors: 2nd Place in the NCASA Regional North Carolina Association for Scholastic Activities College(s): Wake Technical College

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ANGEL NICOLE CHRISTIAN WAKEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2017

You are our shining and moving star for the whole world to see. Angel, we could not be more proud and thankful to God for you. You have grown up into such a beautiful, educated young lady. We pray only God’s best for your success in life, and the very bright future that’s ahead of you. We all love you and there is nothing you can do about it. We are very proud of your great, academic success, Sweetheart. Love you always, Mom (Avis), Dad (Aaron), your sister, April; your brothers, Aaron Jr, and Lil Andrew; and all your host of relatives, both near and far.

Live the very best life you possibly can always and forever.....

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Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School, Class of 2017 A Triangle Tribune SENIOR OF MERIT

We have witnessed how much effort you have put in everything you do, especially your learning; and now you are one step closer to your dreams! May God continue to bless you with courage as you strive towards achieving those goals. We are very proud of you. Keep up the good work.

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