Journey 2023

JOURNEY

CELEBRATING MEMBERS OF THE CLASS OF 2023 FROM LOCAL HIGH SCHOOLS

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The Plant City Observer is proud of the Class of 2023 and send our congratulations to each graduate for their hard work and decision to reach this milestone.

“I want to congratulate the students from all our local high schools for all their hard work, perseverance and dedication,” said Plant City Observer publisher Karen Berry. “I wish you a bright and successful future.”

According to Hillsborough County Public Schools, graduating seniors have earned millions of dollars in scholarships, been accepted to universities and colleges across the country, earned the honor of admittance to military academies and have been hired to begin an exciting new career right after graduation.

“I thank our teachers, administrators and support staff or preparing our graduates to continue their journey as lifelong learners, and I hope that many of the people our students have encountered at HCPS will continue to play a prominent role in their lives,” said Superintendent Addison Davis, Hillsborough County Public Schools.

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Graduation ceremonies for local high schools will be held at the Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall, located at 4800 U.S. Highway 301. Family members who are unable to attend the ceremony in person can watch the entire graduation live at https:// hillsboroughschools.tv/, Spectrum cable channel 635 and Frontier cable channel 32.

Durant High School

Anticipated # of Graduates: 575

Graduation: Tuesday, May 30, 3:30 p.m.

Plant City High School

Anticipated # of Graduates: 503 Graduation: Wednesday, May 24, 7 p.m.

Simmons Career Center

Anticipated # of Graduates: 97

Graduation: Saturday, May 27, 7 p.m.

Strawberry Crest High School

Anticipated # of Graduates: 517

Graduation: Thursday, May 25, 7 p.m

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DURANT HIGH SCHOOL

Angeles Abarca

Zyad Amr Abd-Elrahman

Andrew Alexander Abreu

Abiola Enrico Adeyemo Jr

Gabriella Frances Alba

Leslie Vanessa Alcala

Coral Alejo-Sanchez

Camilla Sapphire Alvarez

Jordan Tyler Anders

Rufus Ray Anderson III

Jordan Elizabeth Antrobus

Derrick James Arduengo

Gage Kalen Aroz

Jennifer Arroyo-Hernandez

Dylan Artavia Caseres

Avery Noelle Ashley

Dylan Nicholas Ashley

Christian Elias Avila

Matthew Steven Ayala Guzman

Allyson Emily Azaravich

Amy Madison Bak

Jaycob Easton Baker

Aydin Thomas Balkwill

Destinee Ann Balser

Tacianna Lynn Battle

Ally Noelle Bauer

Jesse Reynaldo Bayona

Tanner Joseph Beach

Robert Shawn Beal

Connor Reese Beasley

Madisyn Alexis Becker

Mia Fionna Bedair-Skidmore

Sebastian Emilio Benavidez

Justin Daniel Bendus Jr

Rafael Jose Benitez-Davila

Cole Lee Bennett

Alina Ros Benny

Emily Paige Benoit

Cassandra Lee Berry

Cayden Daniel Beuchat

Alexandra Lee Bird

Madysen Grace Black

Giselle Blas-Bustamante

Autumn Reese Bodenweiser

Dennis Carl Bolender IV

Austin Keif Bonagura

Noah Christopher Borland

Bryce Easton Borsdorf

Sarah Lynn Bradshaw

Amanda Boatian Brinaman

Kadie Brianna Brewer

Amaya Lee Brigham

Dylan Reed Brill

Ajai Marcus Brown

Angel Lastoute Brown

Anton E Nicholas Brown

Kiaas Michael Henry Brown

Kendall Taylor Bryant

Jordan Mitzie-Jean Burchell

Kaylen Malia Burgess

Kylie Elisabeth Burt

Kayden Lane Burtz

Rayden Aleah Burtz

Adriana Yari Caban

Anthony Jaleel Calix

Caleb Nathaniel Callahan

Carlos Campos

Cristal Juleitsy Candelario Ortiz

Jocelyn Carolina Cano

Paola Cantellano

Ethan Todd Carstens

Kacie Corinne Carter

Cristhian Castizo-Flores

Ian Castro

Xavier Alexander Castro

Kiersten Paige Cekala

Marcos Cervantes-Pastenes Jr

Adrian Cespedes Martinez

Courtney Breya Charles

Yessica Jazmin Chavez De La

Cruz

Jeanette Chavez-Lopez

Emma Starr Chisholm

Olivia Marie Christensen

Chance Nolan Christie

Kyre Omar Clouse

Jacob William Collins

Calub Stuart Connell

Mireya Isabel Contreras-De La

Paz

Zachary Ryan Copper

Zachary Joseph Cordero

Maria Alejandra Costero Hernandez

Mikalah Alecia Coston

Robert Cameron Cotal Robles

Gracey Elizabeth Cowder

Tyler Neil Creager

Ethan Michael Cribbs

Zackery James Crosby

Christopher Isaiah Cruz

Cassandra Cruzes-Medrano

Saleen Elizabeth Cuchlinski

Caleb Alexander Daniel

Caden Scott Danielson

Zackary Lamar Danley

Omar Jose Davila

Kiona Danielle Davis

Mattison Lee Davis

Jacob Daniel Daley

Benson Jesus Dean

Annaliese Nealon Decker

Arianna Georgette Decker

Sebastian John Dees

Ashley Del Carmen-Tepale

Amber Autumn Delaney

Paige Judith-Lynn Delaney

Alyssa Renae Delgado

Anthony Alex Delgado

Kyle Phillip Dendler

Adolfo Denova

Angelina Megan Devine-Pierce

Isabella La’el Diaz

Jesus Noe Diaz Vega

Lana Isabelle Dinolfo

Jake Andrew Dixon

Tyler Dale Dixon

Gianna Velise Domenech

Natalie Claire Doucette

Jake William Dreyer

Gabriela Duenas

Brayden Charles Dulay

Matthew Thomas Dunne

Caitlyn Rose Dunphy

Gabrielle Marie Eaton

Emily Jacqueline Eldridge

Andrew James Elliott

Cody Ray Ennis

Zuleyma Espinal-Castro

Yahir Espinoza Quiroz

Michael Ethan Essmann

Sydney Elizabeth Fahringer

Natasha Angelina Falzone

Karah Lynn Faro

Hannah Elizabeth Fauver

Jerome E. Felicien Jr

Emalyn Riley Ferguson

Jenilee Keona Ferguson

Jeremy Fernandini Rivera

Bryan Jacob Ferrell

Joe Joe Firtha

Ryan Marie Fisher

Sophia Antoinette Flair

Chariti Nevaeh Fleeman

Gavin James Florio

Keyshaun Delvontez Flowers

Shane Martiz Flowers

Kendall Noelle Foran

Adriana Nicole Forte

Landon Bryce Fowler

Anthony Fracz

Emily Kay Franson

Hayley Ann Fresh

Dylan Wallace Frier

Anyia Janae’ Fuller

Faith Navaluna Gaddis

Ryan Scott Gagnon

Leah Nicole Gainer

Alex Garcia

Joseph Angelo Garcia

Luis Enrique Garcia

Alexander James Gardiner

Jillian Grace Gause

Zacheem Anthony Gibson

Jeremiah Matthew Gines

Anthony James Giovenco

Lesly Gomez Arredondo

Adrian Xavier Gonzalez

Andrew Joseph Gonzalez

Elian Omar Gonzalez

Jose Emmanuel Gonzalez

Sofia Iabella Gonzalez

Britney Gonzalez-Medina

Emanuel Gonzalez-Oliva

Gaberial Alexander Goodwin

Isabell Faith Gordon

Ki’Ajanae Jashyiah Gordon

Jessica Lynn Gorthy

Macyn Olivia Graham

Breyton Preston Green

Alexis Taylor Grimm

Kamari Channel Knavice Grimsley

Gracelyn Brooke Grooms

Alexander Guerrero

Christian Thomas Guess

Kevin Elroy Guidet

Cheznie Ann Gurda

Angie Celina Gutierrez

Josue Ivan Gutierrez-Daniel

Diego Raul Guzman

Kaleb Joel Guzman

Faith Suzanne Hall

Hope Elizabeth Hall

Isabella Rose Hall

Victoria Nicole Hall

Payton Lucille Hamilton

Kaitlyn Marie Hand

Kalyn Elaine Hansen

Hallie Lynn Harburg

Emma Renee Harnage

Hunter Dean Harrelson

Karrington Bryce Hart

Ahmad Samir Hasan

Aiden Kevin Haskoor

Zaid Mohammad Hassan

Ava Nicole Hasting

Ryleigh Danielle Hawkins

Caroline Grace Haxton

Peyton Elizabeth Haxton

Kami Marie Hayes

Arianna Shaye Hazell

Elijsha Ray Hebert

Dylan Terelle Henry

Isabel Leeza Hernandez

Ricardo Hernandez-Licona

Miriam Hernandez-Lopez

A’Maya Alise Hightower

Hhala Amjad Hijaz

Trevor Dane Hinton

Matthew Johnathan Hodges

Kate Barton Hodnett

James Mathew Hoke

Emma Kathryn Hoyt

Savanna Dawn Hudson

Shelton Willie Hunter Jr.

Arwen Danielle Hurst

Leslie Michelle Hurst

Ameen Syed Hussain

Samantha Lee Huston

Hayden Jaxon Iliff

Yovanny Isidro Rocendo

Jesus Isidro-Garcia

Antonia Mariana Isidro-Marcos

Maria Agustina Isidro-Marcos

Riley William Iturbe

Peter Gabriel Ivanenko-Espinola

Jesus Jahuey

Mackenzie Nicole Jarrett

Meghan Paige Jellison

Eileen Jiana Jelsovsky

Dalilah Michelle Jenkins

Angelina Marie Jimenez

Angel Damaian Jimeno Jr

Aniya Damani Samara Johnson

Kate Marie Johnson

Zaevion Joshua Jordan

Ankitha Joseph

Deepak J Joseph

Anastacio Juarez

Jorge Julian-Lopez Jr

Sophia Grace Kalogeras

Ajish Samuel Kannamala

Parker Troy Keith

Makayla Marie Kellom

Alexander Jacob Kenney

Zane Alexander Killingsworth

Emma Josephine Kimes

Kayla Elizabeth King

Jaylee Faith Kirschner

Joshua Graham Klein

Earl Dwight Knighten IV

Deanna Michelle Knoll

Matthew James Ko

Katie Ann Kochik

Mackenzie Renee Kolpin

Francesca Renee Kopchia

Abigail Grace Kost

Alexander Stefan Kroslak

Hunter Charles Krubl

Bryan Huu La

Elijah Deon Lane

Kristalynn Marie Lang

Dylan Wayne LaPointe

Maggie Clare Lauber

Shaniya Yvonne Lawrence

Danielle Morgan Layton

Jessie Faith Leathers

Micah Christopher LeBlanc

Darby Cheree Ledford

Jake Carson Lefebvre

Kylie Faith Legg

Esmeralda Leon-Espinoza

Madison Leigh Lester

Katlyn Elise Levasseur

Annberlin Nichole Lewis

Rayna Nicole Light

Jackson Taylor Ligori

Jakob Lee Litherland

Jaiden Isaiah Littlefiel

Daniel Frank Loerincs Zabala

Kenzleigh Olivia Long

Esteban Lopez

Eduardo Lopez-Ramos

Ava Briana Lovett

Kassidy Lillian Lozano

Benjamin Allen Luke

Jordyn Kate MacDonald

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Maria Guadalupe Macedonio

Kendall Paige Mack

Nevaeh Ryana Nicole Mack

Hailey Marie Maddron

Elyse Donna Maramara

Rita Mar Marcos

Krystelle Marissa Marschke

Mariah Krysten Marschke

Brian Timothy Martin

Annelys Nicole Martinez

Areli Rubi Martinez

Brenda Martinez

Hannah Rose Martinez

Kayshali Genissa Martinez

Michael Angel Martinez Garrido

Robert Martinez Jr

Ruben Martinez Junior

Tiffany Lynn Martinez

Andres Gabriel Martinez Betancourt

Juan Daniel Martinez LaLinde

Geraldine Martinez-De Jesus

Cameron Michael Marvel

Jackie Mae Marvin

Yarel Ruben Masquida-Ramos

De’Moya Massicott

Jayden Brook Mathena

Abraham Mathew

Cameron Blake Mathis Jr

Thomas Anthony Mattair Jr

James Carlton Maxwell

Madelyn Grace McClellan

Launa Alexandra McDaniel

Jordan Ashley McElroy

Lillian Abigail McGuin

Miani Janae Mejia

Joana Mendoza-Perez

Ty Jeffey Merkle

Carmelo Raul Mezquite

Leopoldo Enciso Michelena III

Jonathan Millan

Aiden John Miller

Austin Tyler Miller

Caden John Miller

Yarelys Minaya

Dylan Wayne Mitchell

Phillip Darnell Mitchell Jr

Rishi Mohan

Thomas Allen Molter

Jessenia Monsalve

Natalie Montelongo

Anthony Morales Cordova

Crystal Morales

Eric Nicholas Morales

Crystal Morales-Agustin

Alberto Morales-Santiago

Sulay Nataly Moreira Portillo

Emma Jean Morel

Kylie Nicole Morgan

Elizabeth Meixiang Morris

Cameron Isaiah Mosley

Aiden Lee Moss

Cameron Alan Myers

Destiny Marie Napier

Stephanie Francis Navarro

Audrey Jane Nelson

Andrew Joel Nethers

Luan Neuhoff

Abigail Rose Newman

Amy Nguyen Luong

Nikki Nhu Nguyen

Vito Paolo Nicolaci

Sean Lucca Nicolatos

Henry David Nieto

Graydon Daniel Nihiser

Rosita Nolasco

Guadalupe Nolasco-Pineda

Angel Manuel Novoa

Eliana Jolie O’Donnell

Cory Patrick O’Hehir

Gwyneth Eve Ocampo

Phoebe Grace Olszewski

Angel Orozco

Diana M. Orozco

Diana Ortiz

Jeremy Alexis Ortiz

Steffany Ortiz

Oscar Ortiz-Santos

Cecilia Deanna Otero

Christopher Antwan Paige II

Jaleb Lamar Paige

Ivan Diego Palomares

Raven Lillian-Star Pannell

Jacob Evan Parks

Tiffany Lauren Patch

Joel Patron-Vigo

Gabriella Simone Patterson

Shelby Lynn Paulsen

Esmeralda Paz

Hunter Christian Peach

Xavier Maurice Peavy

Yekira Pedroso Tunon

Tanner Virgil Peirce

Dylan Edward Penman

Maria Gabriela Perez

Randy Perez Martinez

Brenda Perez-Cerro

Connor Alan Perkkio

Brenden James Petras

Yaritzel Pineda-Morales

Elijah Joel Pick

Brian Louis Pittelli

Davante Ponder

Ella Grace Porter

Miguel Angel Posada Guevara

Dior Voncile Lamareal Powe

Logan Scott Powell

Henry Owen Price

Max James Price

Luke Michael Propst

Gerrade Kevin Quinn Jr

Elizabeth Quiroz

Saharra Jade Radcliffe

Mrinal Raina

Gilberto Ramirez Ramirez

Giselle Lizette Ramirez

Gustavo Ramirez Lopez

Camelia Lucille Ramirez Nieves

Magaly Ramirez-Castaneda

Jayda Renee’ Reece

Jacob Brett Reed

Tony Reyes-Rosales Jr

David Reyes-Burgos

Chloe Faith Reynolds

Katie Lynn Rice

Molly Jayne Rice

Savannah Renee Rice

Makayla Sue Richards

Christopher Jermaine Richardson

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Guadalupe Rios-Taguja

Abigail Lynn Rippy

Taylor Charshee Ritchie

Mason Drew Ritenauer

Brayan Onell Rivera Ramos

Jalena Dayle Rivera

Julissa Rivera

Darius Oshay Robinson Jr

Jada Nieisha Robinson

Rodrigo Rocendo

Jorge Luis Rodas

Benjamin Rodriguez

Catalina Cecilia Rodriguez

Cody Grant Rodriguez

Devin Payton Rodriguez

Fernanda Emily Rodriguez

Hailey Jade Rodriguez

Jose Miguel Rodriguez

Kevin James Rodriguez

Alexander Rodriguez Jeronimo

Allyson Renea Rogers

DURANT HIGH SCHOOL

Preston Dee Rogers

Sebastian Rojas

Noah Fisher Rolon

Josue Romero-Leon

Elida Rosales

Kara Marie Ross

Taylor Rose Rubio

Jesus Alejandro Ruis

Christopher Raymond Ryder

Brayden Nathanuel Sadler

Rohan Saji

Zoe Christine Marie Sal-

gado

Elizabeth Sanchez

Joshua Miguel Georg San-

chez

Reinaldo Steven Sanchez

Arlene Yairani Sanchez-Rojo

Annai Yanelis Sandoval

Alejandro Luis Santiago

Justin Angel SantiagoSalazar

Joseph Logan Sapp Jr

Faith Marie Satterfiel

Jonna Reagan Schaffer

Brayden Edward Schlagel

Veronica Viola Naomi

Segale

Rebecca Winter Serrano

Joseph Anthony Silva

Daniya Nevaeh Simmons

Kayla Priya Sisarran

Reynaldo Edward Smear-

man

Gregory Malachi Smith

Ryan James Smith

Haley Jane Smrekar

Joshua Jeremiah Sotelo

Robert Leonard Spitler

Lyndsey Carleta Sprissler

Bradley James Staggs

Jeslynn Marie Stamps

Cameron Michael Stoddard

Sierra Lynn Stryker

Amara Susi

Justyce Elizabeth Sweet

Brianna Nicole Tew

Emma Grace Thomas

Marianne Thomas

Sophia Renee Thomas

Emily Marie Thompson

Jamya Janae Thompson

AlfinJino Thundiyil

Abigail Malene Tibbits

Tia-Jahmati Lanyce Tim

Elian Jose Tineo

Casandra Elizabeth Tintle

Madison Lynn Tolley

Drew Anthony Torelli

Isaac Torres Jr.

Miguel Torres

Daisy Torres-Hernandez

Emely Tovar

Caiden Andrew Trautman

Imanol Trejo

Kinsley Grace Trlak

Caleb Isaac Tubaugh

Lilly Mae Nicole Turney

Matthew Kyle Sedelmeyer

Unger

Mollie Rose Usher

Jeremiah Austin Uzzell

Berenice Valdez-Olvera

Luis Angel Valencia

Rosamarie Valentin Muniz

Paloma Marie Valentin

Muniz

Christian Ryan Van Brunt

Carson Elliott Vanderschuur

Rylie Michele Vasquez

Randy Agustin Vazquez

Landaberry

Dania Maria Velez

David Venegas

Douglas Giovanni Villatoro

Angelina Jade Walker-Bornt

Riley Savannah Wallace

Alexandra Ainsley Adams

Ward

Allison Casey Ward

Matthew Patrick Alan

Warnell

Jaidan James Warren

Case Douglass Watson

Haley Nicole Watson

Kira Marie Waymire

Cody Joseph Weaver

Sarah Anne Weaver

Gary Tyrone Welch II

Ava Noelle Weller

Aidan James Welsh

Kaitlyn Brooke Wetsch

Austin Ryan White

Gage Harrison White

Kaylee Nicole White

Sanaiya Amari White

Cooper Bryan Whitney

Tyler Jahmal Wiggins

Ethan Michael Wilcox

Alyssa Katelynn Williams

Clarence Alex Williams Jr

Delilah Mae Williams

Erika Nicole Williams

Regan Emily Williams

Taylor Symaria Willis

Spencer Haywood Wilson

Jeremiah Robert Woods

Steven Christopher Woughter

Mackenzie Jade Wright

McKenzie Jordan Wright

Ayla Star Lavie Yebba

Chaney Jaiyel Yopp

Stevan Hollis Young

Yuliana Zamora-Delgado

Juan Esteban Zapata

Acosta

Gino Eduardo Zarabia

Liozky Alejandro Zayas Sanabria

DURANT HIGH SCHOOL

SALUTATORIAN: CALEB TUBAUGH

What is the most important lesson you learned (from a teacher or another student) while in high school?

GPA: 8.73

What extracurricular activities did you participate in and why?

• Durant High School Student Government Association | Member

• Mu Alpha Theta | Reestablished Durant High School’s Chapter

• Rain Frog Ranch Inc 501c3 Nonprofit Organization | Co-Founder & Social Media liaison

When did you realize you were going to be in the top two of your class? How did you react?

I’ve been in second place in the class since junior year, though I wasn’t fully sure I would end up as salutatorian until the final gades came in. The morning they did, the internet was out, so I was in a crowd of people all wanting to get a summary sheet during lunch. When I got mine, I was really excited, and I immediately texted my mom about it.

What’s something you wish you knew about high school before entering 9th grade?

It goes by quicker than you think. There is a lot of time to have fun and make memories, but eventually that time does run out. It’s important to take every chance you get, especially considering how quarantine took a good number of those away.

What is your favorite high school memory?

Physics day from junior year for sure. All the physics classes got to go on a field trip to Busch Gardens, and aside from a few measurements we had to take, it was like a normal trip to the park. Plus, it was my fist time actually going on rollercoasters and I got to hang out with my friends the whole day.

People that are there to help- whether they’re a friend offering to or it’s their occupation- are willing to help you, and it often makes a task much easier. I especially had a hard time reaching out to ask questions, but the responses usually helped a lot.

What extracurricular activities did you participate in and why?

I was in Building, Applied Science, and Engineering at Durant (BASED) club, which was super important to me because I love robotics and got to learn the basics of wiring. I was also a member of the National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, and Future Business Leaders of America clubs.

What are your college plans and future career goals?

I’ll be starting at Florida Polytechnic University in the Fall studying computer engineering. I want to work in robotics in the future, and I’d like to compete in combat robotics as well.

What advice would you give students who want to be valedictorian or salutatorian?

You need to pace yourself. It’s important to succeed academically, and a top-class rank shows you’ve done that. It’s equally important to spend time being a normal teenager, hanging out with friends and having time to relax.

When did you realize you were going to be in the top two of your class? How did you react?

I noticed my student summary sheet refleced I was second in my class my sophomore year of high school and that is when I made it my goal to be valedictorian of my graduating class. When I found out that my spot as valedictorian was officia I was incredibly overjoyed and proud of myself and incredibly thankful for my support systems and the staff at urant High School that helped me achieve this goal I set for myself.

What’s something you wish you knew about high school before entering 9th grade?

Enjoy the butterflis and being nervous about starting a new chapter of your life and don’t be afraid to go outside of your comfort zone because that is where true growth and self-development comes from.

What is your favorite high school memory?

My favorite high school memory was walking the hallways with a few of my friends after an event and looking at the pictures and awards decorated on the walls and reminiscing on all the memories throughout my four years that the Durant high school building encompassed.

What is the most important lesson you learned (from a teacher or another student) while in high school?

The most important lessons I learned were about balance between school, extracurriculars, and my social life and time management.

• National Science Honor Society | President National Spanish Honor Society | VicePresident

• National Honor Society | Secretary National English Honor Society | Member

• Durant High School Varsity Track and Field | Captain

• Durant High School Varsity Swim Team | Member Durant High School Varsity Soccer Team | Member

What are your college plans and future career goals?

I plan to dual major at the university of Florida on a premedical track and then attend medical school. For my future career I plan to be a doctor.

What advice would you give students who want to be valedictorian or salutatorian? Success isn't a straight line. Throughout your life, you’ll experience heartbreak and setbacks. The determining factor in accomplishing goals is how well we adapt to our changing trajectory and how well we master fear to have courage regarding obstacles. Don’t be afraid to traverse through untraveled terrain, and when you feel overwhelmed, stressed, and borderline-broken, revel in that feeling; it's a reminder you're alive.

GPA: 7.28

PLANT CITY HIGH SCHOOL

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Avery Christian Alderdice

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Gabrielle Renee Ambs

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Rosa Irene Arevalo

Annett Arroyo-Tepetate

Aidan Tate Barringer

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Francisco Angel Carmona III

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Jennifer Garcia

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Taylor Nichole Gerlt

Grace Elizabeth Gifford

Adrian Andrew Gonzalez

Alexis Edwin Gonzalez

Lyliana Analys Gonzalez

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Spencer Albert Gould

Carlo Gael Gutierrez

Kaden Lanel Hall

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Katherine Jane Hamilton

Emma Grace Hansen

Natalie Peyton Harrell

Lottie Adilia Namya Harrington

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Alexander Jude Hartz

Katelynn Maureen Hawthorne

Lauryn Cheryl Hawthorne

Amanda Kay Hedrick

Allison Hernandez-Garcia

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William James Heschong

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Tayler Nicole Hogan-Ross

Clayton Eugene Horne III

Mallory LoRee Houston

Alyssa Hubbard

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Magaly Ibarra-Torres

Faith Ayanna Jackson

Kaylie Nicole Jackson

Taylor Brooke Jemison

Julia Jean Jones

Jonathan Jay Jordan

Levi Blake Jordan

Arionna Elise Kellar

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Audrey Lynn Kroeger

Katelynn Marie Legrand-Mendoza

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Ricardo Loa-Salgado

Anthony Marcus Locke

Adan Longoria

Litcy Veronica Lopez

Jannety Lopez-Garcia

Michaela Kristi Francesca

Lopez-Helton

Jordan Riley Maddock

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Zuheiry Santiaga

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Autumn Jeanne Mayer

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Jasmin Alexis Molina

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Jezhel Jolie Rodriguez

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Sara Rodriguez-Rivera

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Madelyn Nicole Schmalenberger

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Ximena Acosta

Kevin Antonio Aguilar-Alfaro

Joaquin Aguirre Jr.

Jonathan Joaquin Aguirre

Xavier Alexander Aguirre

Alexis Sebastian Aldama

Nassar Mohammad Ali

Dayra Alvarez

Luis Fernando Amaro-Molina

Angel Angon

Jacqueline Angon

Martin Enrique Arevalo Jr.

Daniel Arias Jr.

Karlie Grace Arocho

Seijah Iyana Arvelo

Adrian Avelar

Riley Dewaine Babcock

Payton Emily Ballard

Kaleb Hayden Balliett

Shanika Lee Bancroft

Adamaris Bautista

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Lillian Brooke Beall

Dakota Lawrence Reinhart

Bennett-Jackson

Ethan Lane Boggs

Emmanuel Arturo Boscan

Trevar Austin Bradshaw

Keyshaun Benjamin Brinson

Camrynne Armani Broome

Ph’Saria Nitrice Brower

Christopher Edward Brown II

Nolan Shawn Buckingham

Amaya Margaret Burns

Olivia Marie Campbell

Jessica Campos

Christopher Robert Canfiel

Jai’Kalynn Carmichel

Silvestre Jesus Carreño

Josue Carreno Chirino

Dalton Bryce Carrington

Josiah Manuel Castillo

Luis Antonio Castillo-Guevara

Jose Adrian Celaya

Karina Anahi Charles-Perez

Wesley Cifuentes

Antione Dusai Clark Jr.

Joshua Michael Coffee

Litzy Sashenka Cordero

Nelson Isaiah Cortes

Natalie Christine Cortez

Nicolette Andriena Cortez

Skyy Nazaria Cortez

Yuri Xavier Cortez-Moore

Luis Manuel Coyt Jr.

Jonathan Cruz

Nestor Bryan Cruz

Kierra Damariyah Curry

Jacob Norman Czarniak

Angelina Shyanne Dalton

Alexis Daniel

Jack Dallas Daniels

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Rylee Cole Davis

Elijah Malik Dawson

Angelo De La Cruz

Isaac Delgado

Kevin Delgado

Bryan Diaz-Aguilar

Andres Dominguez

Kaleb Jamille Dorsey

Andres Duarte

Paige Leighann Dukes

Dylan Angel Dupont

Juan Manuel Elias

Colton James Elliott

Magaly Espinoza

Armando Isaias Fabela

Edward Fajardo Jr.

Uziel Felix

Maci Paige Ferguson

Logan Joseph Figga

Crystal Flores

Jose Luis Flores

Marcos Daniel Flores-Garcia

Breanna Diana Floyd

Joshua Scott Foote

Lydia Gabriela Fuentes

Jeanie Faye Fultz

Javan James Futch

Emily Gallegos

Gustavo Gaona

Jayline Irisel Garcia

Duilio Ariel Garcia-Martinez

Maurice Ty’Quis Gary

Tiahsha Queen Gary

Jenizalee Garza

Isaiah Asher Gattie

Jay Norris George

Simon Gonzales Jr.

Daniel Gonzalez

Deven Gonzalez

Marlene Gonzalez

Fernando Jose Gonzalez-Andrade

Dakisherly Gonzalez Santana

Victor Alfonso Grimaldo Palma

Sabrina Kionne Grover

Angel Guerra

Natalee Guevara

Christoher Jake Hageman

Lilly Danielle Hall

Luke Chadi Hana

Jaylin Jere Hatchette

Dariah Moresha Haynes

Kerry Odell Helms Jr.

Dylan Andrew Hensley

Ginger Jane Hernandez

Jeyron Jeriel Hernandez

Joahanna Lizbeth Hernandez

Joan Jared Hernandez

Jose Manuel Hernandez

Lea Nicole Hernandez

Gizell Hernandez Bautista

Juan Carlos Hernandez-Gallegos

Annette Herrera-Flores

Kenneth Jayden Hicks

Michiaiah Ann Hogan

Erica Janell Holloman

Joshua David Hoover

Erick Gabriel Hoyos

Jason Douglas Hudnall

Christian Ivan Irizarry

Jose Antonio Irizarry Jr.

Charles James Jankowski Jr.

Katie Marie Jarvis

Mia Allison Jeffcoat

Hayden Leann Jeffris

Amy Jijon-Hernandez

Damian Nekhi Jones

Logan Vance Jones

Shawn Codele Joseph

C’Jaious Marjion Joyce

Skylar Michelle Keen

Harrison Andrew Kinney

Lucas Raymond Koch

Robert Lee Kurtz Jr.

Porter James Larsen

Alan Emmanuel Ledesma

Kenyiin Makhii Lee

Geoffey Ervin Leon

David Patrick Lester III

Oscar Daniel Licona Sarmiento

Dorien Cordell Lisbon

Alex Lopez

Angel Alessandro Lopez-Preciado

Aimee Marie Lunos

Derrick Stephen Lyons

Natalia Gabriela Maciel-Juarez

Joshua Isaiah Maldonado

Johana Martinez Modesto

Michael Martinez

Valeria Mascorro

Esai Flavio Mateus

Kelis Leeni McKinley

Ta’haji Lemont McNeal

Gian Michael Medina

Jessica Valentina Medina

Josephina Monadora Mejia

Isaac Melendez

Isaac Giovanni Melendez

Giandel Mendez

Cade Alexander Christian Miller

Tah’Arya Ja’Shaa Miller

Tahauji Ja’Khi Miller

Lizett Desiree Minjares

Antwann Dominique Mitchell Jr.

Jamari Arvon Mitchell

Joel Molina Jr.

Jeniffer Montañez

Elia Elizabeth Montelongo

Sophia Isabella Mora Paris

Jaiden Alexander Moran

Malayah Lynn Morgan

Iris Muñoz

Jose Luis Nandi Jr.

Manuel Nava Jr.

Sonia Ivonne Navarro-Rosales

Edward Lamar Nichols III

Marisol Nieva

Joshua Josiah Nofer

Natalie Nogueras

Madison Karen Norris

Walker Van Norris

Omeyimi Daniel Oboro

Christian Alexander Oliva

Alfredo Olivares Jr.

Luis Angel Olvera Rodriguez

Luciano Junior Oro

Mariana Oro

Natalie Ortiz-Rodriguez

Inomi Ortiz-Vazquez

Joshua Malik Pagan

Daniela Pardo Garcia

Elizabeth Pardo-Garcia

Zuhaily Estrella Pascual

Jazmine Leeann Patisaul

Valentina Carolina Paz-Almarza

Jessica Pecina-Morales

Joshua David Peña

Makayla Elise Peña

Alfredo Perez Jr.

Daniel Perez

Geovanni Emmanuel Perez

Jacqueline Odalis Perez

Stephanie Perez-Diaz

Andres Perez-Garcia

Daisy Perez-Gonzalez

To’laisha D’Myiah Perry

Evan Michael Phillips

Jayden Alexander Pope

Cailee June Powell

Ibn Michael Powell

Paige Marie Pratz

Aden Price

Cara Christine Pruitt

Asher Charles Pullen

Benjamin Reaksa Pum

Luis Anibal Quinones

Alex Humberto Ramirez-Gonzalez

Francisco Ramos-Reyes Jr.

Lily Jeanette Redmon

Roberto Riquiz-Leyva

Lukas David Rivera-Caro

Onassis Josue Rivera-Licona

Yaviaelys Rivera-Navarro

Deshawn Stephone Robinson

Leilani Danielle Rodriguez

Oscar Rodriguez

Samuel Rodriguez-Diaz

Martin Rodriguez-Jimenez Jr.

Lizette Rodriguez-Mandujano

Solei Yeraldin Romero Zamudio

Anthony Jacob Rosales

Brisayda Rosales

Jonathan Rosales

Cruzito Rosales Parra

Laney Danielle Runkles

Devin Curtis Russell

Hamayoun Sahibzada

Dulce Juaquina Saldierna

Jeanette Adriana Salgado

Jennifer Salgado-Pardo

Jayla Zhane’ Salter

Daniela Sanchez

Ivelisse Nicole Santiago

Alessandra Isabella Santos

Mya Danielle Schissler

Faith Elizabeth Serafin

A’Sonya Jannah Shabazz

Laila Amiracle Shamburger

Neese Aurora Shannon

Zoey Grace Sharp

PLANT CITY

HIGH SCHOOL

Ashleigh Nicole Shipley

Dylan Blake Slaughter

Justin Wayne Slinkard Jr.

Jarett Brody Smith

Gisele Suarez-Galeana

Stefanie Suarez Hernandez

Matthew Monroe Sublett

Briana Nicole Tackitt

Jessica Tarin

Anthony Yahir Tello

Sierra Celeste Tobias

Jocelyn Torres

Brian Anthony Torres-Martin

Valarie Tovar

Fredi Anthony Trejo

Montserrat Trejo

Yahir Trejo-Mendez

Brooke Nicole Tyler

Jose Brian Ugarte Lopez

Anabel Vargas

Lizbeth DeJesus Vasconselos

Franceliz Vazquez

Yeriel Eian Vazquez Gonzalez

William Ventura-Hernandez

Jackson Xavier Wall

Bailey Michelle Whitfiel

Eden Veshone Williams

Image Eniche Williams

Michael Edward Wilson

Charlise Judith Wise

Zane Spencer Wright

Robert Bentley Yerks

Noah Gabriel Yernye

Natalia LeJonet Huntley Young

Bailey Alexis Zapata

Pamela Zavala Ayala

SofiaZuleta

PLANT CITY HIGH SCHOOL

When did you realize you were going to be in the top two of your class? How did you react?

Since freshman year. Anytime I would get a summary sheet for dual enrollment, I would see the rank “#1” and it would leave me with the biggest smile on my face. Official, however, I found at senior breakfast. The whole day I felt an odd sense of calm. When the moment arrived and I picked up my card, I couldn’t believe my eyes. An 11.0 GPA and a perfect 4.0 unweighted GPA stared back at me. It was beyond anything I had ever imagined. In that instant, I couldn’t contain my excitement. I screamed with joy, unable to process the magnitude of my achievement. I’m grateful to have such supportive and loving friends, who shared in my elation. Without hesitation, I reached for my phone and called up my parents, my voice overflwing with excitement as I shared the incredible news. They had always been my pillars of support, and I knew they would be just as thrilled as I was. Their pride and joy echoed through the phone, magnifying my own

feelings of accomplishment. This moment will forever be etched in my memory—the culmination of years of hard work, sacrifie, and determination. It serves as a reminder that dreams can indeed become a reality with unwavering dedication.

What’s something you wish you knew about high school before entering 9th grade?I would urge my younger self to prioritize self-discovery and learning. These are valuable tools that can help us navigate through life’s challenges and achieve our aspirations.

What is your favorite high school memory?

My favorite high school memory has to be the senior breakfast. It was an absolutely beautiful moment that I’ll cherish forever.

What is the most important lesson you learned (from a teacher or another student) while in high school?

What extracurricular activities did you participate in and why?

National Honor Society (11th - 12th grade, Plant City High School): Treasurer

Science and Engineering Club (9th – 12th

Grade; Plant City High School): President Robotics Club – Competition Team Member (9th and 10th grade, Plant City High School)

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA): (9 th and 10th grade)

Letters for Rose (Ambassador 10th -12th grade) Science Honors Society (President 12th grade)

What are your college plans and future career goals?

My college plan is to attend the University of South Florida to major in Health Administration and Nursing.

What advice would you give students who want to be valedictorian or salutatorian?

As I prepare to embark on the next chapter of my life, I carry with me the invaluable lesson of hard work. It is not just about the hours spent, but the mindset and unwavering commitment to give my all in everything I do. Hard work is the key that unlocks the doors of opportunity, enabling us to surpass our own expectations and achieve greatness.

When did you realize you were going to be in the top two of your class? How did you react?

I had known that I was ranked 2nd since my sophomore year. However, I always worried about it since rank is never set in stone until they freeze GPA’s in January. So there was about a month long period where I had no idea what rank I ended up getting. However, when I found out at senior breakfast, I was more relieved than anything.

What’s something you wish you knew about high school before entering 9th grade?

That a lot of change will happen, both around you and within you. But it’s not something to be afraid of!

What is your favorite high school memory?

I don’t have a specific memoy, but I loved my AP U.S. History class that I took Junior year. We were always laughing and I genuinely enjoyed everything I learned.

What is the most important lesson you learned (from a teacher or another student) while in high school?

In a letter to me, my guidance counselor told me to remember to “stop and smell the roses”. I’ve learned that it’s important to slow down and take the time to enjoy life.

What extracurricular activities did you participate in and why?

I participated in Spanish Honor Society, Latin Quarters, National Honor Society, and Leo Club. Volunteering and my Hispanic culture

My advice would be to learn how to balance. It is okay to have strong ambitions, but learning how to balance, without comparison, will be your greatest strength.

our important to me so I chose clubs that aligned with those values.

What are your college plans and future career goals?

I’ll be attending the University of Florida in the fall, and I plan to major in Computer Science!

What advice would you give students who want to be valedictorian or salutatorian?

Don’t burn yourself out trying to take so many classes for the sake of being valedictorian or salutatorian. Take classes and get involved with clubs you’re passionate about.

VALEDICTORIAN: TINA LOHTIA KUMAR SALUTATORIAN:

GPA: 11.0

GPA: 8.96

STRAWBERRY CREST

HIGH SCHOOL

Mahitha Sabu Abraham

Shilen Josemon Abraham

Madison Stacey Adkins

Rosalinda Aguilar

Mia Fernanda Alanis

Luis Angel Alanis Cardona

Angel Alarcon

Ali Aosama Alatabi

Malak Salaheddin Albustami

Leya Rose Alexander

Julian Alvarado

Enmanuel Alvarez Alvarez

Romeo Kayden Alvarez

Sherry Jean Anauo

Daniel Anaya-Jimenez

Kaden Grammer Anderson

Aleisha Elian Aponte Mangual

Eliel Arroyo

Christian Josiah Ashe

Adriel Avila

Jacob Burak Badat

Jaden Tobias Baker

Kamryn Jaide Baker

Leah Mackenzie Baker

Mahika Balaraju

Spencer James Alexander Ballard

Leonardo Baltazar

Emery Amarla Banda

Meredith Jackeline Barrera Cas-

tellon

Darrin Duane Barton Jr.

Mikely Bautista

Celeste Bautista Morales

Edward Bautista-Lopez

Alison Nicole Baxter

Spencer William Baylor

Haley Renee Bell

Tia Monique Benchick

Haylianna Bella Beniquez

Ashley Benitez

Yamileth Benitez-Aguilar

Damien John Bennett Jr.

Lori Jeanette Benton

Enrique Bernave

Paula Berrios

Benjamin Lee Best

Amelia Rena Bitting

Rhylee Brielle Blackmon

Dominic Chad Bledsoe

Katherine Lucille Blindauer

Hannah Nicole Booth

Mariana Botero

Ella Marie Bower

Stephanie Lucia Briseno

Adam Coltan Brown

Emily Reina Bueno

Coby James Burger

Ahnah Aaliyah Burgos

Connor Steven Butler

Ethan Patrick Butler

Ivy Lynn Bynum

Jonathan Tyler Bynum

Francisco Caballero-Santiago Jr.

Jose Manuel Cabrera

Sofia Biana Casera Calamba

Kaylin Camargo

Camryn Charles Campbell

Moises Campos-Hernandez

Kevin Dean Canady Jr.

Matthew Alexander Canchola

Jairus Cole Cang

Anthony Rey Canizares

Donald John Canty III

Annaliese Marie Capen

Alessandra Caterina Cappucci

Ashley Judith Capula-Aldama

Ezra Sands Carpenter

Maddison Joy Carpenter

Yudith Azucena Carreto Marro-

quin

Hector Castillo Junior

Jocelyn Janelle Castillo

Veronica Castillo

Daniela Catemaxca-Enriquez

Ashley Michelle Cervantes

Akhil Challa

Jay Chaplot

Amber Lynn Chapman

Leonardo Fabrizio Chavarri

Oropeza

Tanvi Chetal

Amanda Chung

Dakoda Rayne Clark

Dallis Ashley Clark

Manuel Claudio

Destiny Michelle Coggins

Andrew Contreras

Joshua Coronado

Omar Fabian Cortez

Christopher Bryon Cosgrove

Victor Manuel Costales

Steel Maclam Craig

Sophia Elizabeth Crow

Daniel Jose Cruz

Joshua Cruz-Bahena

Eric Berto Cruz-Garcia

Leslie Cruz-Gonzalez

Nayeli Cruz-Paz

Andrew Timothy Cunningham

Aarav Dagar

Darryl Daniel

Gage Richard Davis

Olivia Shea Davis

Gavyn Tyler Dean

Rosalinda De La Cruz

Bradyn Mitchell Delmonache

Abigail Ann Deltano

Mariah Gabrielle Demeritte

Ethan Matthew Dentmon

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Bailee Alexandra Devore

Anvit Ashish Dhamnekar

Kaylee Diaz

Melissa Diaz

Ariana Lyann Diaz Cortes

Kylee Jeanne Dodson

Audrey Annette Domingo

Miguel Dorado Avalos

Myah Shaunette Douglas

Kyla Lucille Douglas-Rojas

Joseph Alexander Duenas Mal-

donado

Elyssa Michelle Savoy Duga

Maekayla Shyanne Durgan

Khristana Vashti Edwards

Schemel Edwards Jr.

Trenton James Emerson

Roger Javier Erazo-Casco

Brooke Haley Erickson

Kiernan Einar Erlendsson

Widler Etienne

Ava Marie Everett

Emma Lee Everett

Sarah Kay Fabel

Emerson Lee Farlow

Tynisia January Fay

Deegan Christopher Fearnow

Luis Felix-Cancin

Grace Nicole Ferguson

Jocelyn Elaine Marie Fernandes

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Mark Sai Long Fong

Frank Font

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Justin Hunter Franklin

Aditya Sai Gade

Connor Daniel Gainey

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Alejandra Nayeli Garcia Garcia

Ingrid Garcia

Juan Carlos Garcia Jr.

Juliana Victoria Garcia

Adriana Jazmin Garcia Avalos

Christian Garcia-Silva

Kaden Michael Jamar Gardiner

Joshua Scott Garner

Connor James Gay

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Kody Alan Glass

Cameron Ryan Glover

Kori Michele Goddard

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Nitish Goel

Amelia Lourdes Gomez

Gianelle Esther Gomez Velazquez

Rex Allen Bea Gonzalez

Cristian Edin Gonzalez Osoy

Agustin Gonzalez-Lopez

Nayeli Gonzalez-Santiago

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Luis Andres Guillen

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Sydnie Grace Gutierrez

Jarnishka Cristal Guzman

Ricky Guzman-Romero

Paris Yahira Haley

Emma Lorene Hamilton

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Cory Dillon Hammond

Quincy Samuel Hart

Harley Alexa Hatfiel

Ashton Bryce Hawker

Dakoda Carl Hayes

Sydney Olivia Heldenbrand

Leshelle Renee Henry

Aislin Mar Hernandez

Angel David Hernandez Ruiz

David Hernandez

Gonzalo Junior Hernandez

Samuel Josdanny Hernandez

Yadira Cecilia Hernandez Cruz

Mayte Yamilet Hernandez-Diaz

Rubi Hernandez-Ortega

Morgyn Brooke Herndon

Declan James Herrington

Logan Thomas Hill

Morgan William Hill

Jackson Scott Hinson

Caine Paul Hinton

Abdiella Hodge

Kiari Sian Hodge

Cameron Shane Holder

Cala Ann Holland

Peyton Lynn Hollis

Caleb Justin Hott

Norah Blythe Houston

Alyssa Jillian Hudson

William Walker Humphries

Faith Alana Hunt

Carlos Noe Ibarra

Haley Mckenzie Ingman

Annelis Adela Irigoyen

Savannah Jade Jenkins

Jared Josue Jirau Jr.

Dana Grace John

Jayden Dianne Johnson

Jocelyn Monet Johnson

Samuel L Johnson

Tyler John Joiner

Brianna Camille Jones

Chloe Elizabeth Jones

Dwayne Lindsey Jones

Mikah Corin Jones

Rebecca Paige Jones

Melissa Jose-Gonzalez

Clement Joseph

Anthony Juarez-Leon

Ria Hansil Kalaria

Kyle William Kalgren

Jack Hayden Karter

Gurpinder Kaur

Lauren Reagan Keifer

Mason Coleman Kenney

Ethan Angelo Kilton

Prabhath Kolli

Elizabeth J Kosan

Yana Kumar

Lauren Mckenzie Kuykendall

Yanian Laboy Montalvo

Emma Grace Langston

Carter Michael Lara

Lucas Michael Steven Larrabee

Garrett Allan Lebrun

Grace Don Lebrun

David Jeffey Lederer

Andre’ Ledesma-Perez

Emma Danielle Lemire

Jordan Duran Lewis

Nicholas Scott Lewis

Ailyn Carola Leyva-Ulloa

Lydia Marie Linares

Zoe Zona Litten

Olivia Renee Little

Nicholas Christopher Liuzzo

Priscila Llanes

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De Agua

Abimael Lopez

Joel Michael Lopez

Esmeralda Lopez-Lopez

Luis Alan Lopez-Lopez

Ethan Marcell Lott

Daniel Lugo-Lazaro

Emily Rose MacDonald

Zachary Tyler Madaris

Kaitlyn Rose Maddox

Daniela Patricia MaldonadoCollado

Layla Jade Malott

Giovanni Marcial-Montero

Lia Faye Marsee

Grayson Douglas Martin

Alexa Martinez

Joshua Martinez

Jacob Ian Marvel

Corey Leigh Mathews

Ryan John Mattila

Breanna Erin May

Alexys Ranelle McArthur

Alissa Nicole McBee

Kira Maryann McClard

Alyssa Leanne McDaniel

Cooper Andrew McDonald

Morgan Lee McGuire

Caden Lane McNamar

Patrick David McQuaig

Dinora Melendez

Melanie Mari Mendoza

Leo Nanxiang Meng

Yesenia Yvette Meza

Bryan Steven Meza-Chavarria

Chassidy Jacqueline Middleton

Zoraida Anneliese Milagro

Jhovany Millan Aguilar

Ethan Joseph Miller

Kyra Rain Miranda

Raychel Lee Mitchell

Neha Mitra

Afsana Sarah Mohamed

Gabriel Monsivais Jr.

Angelly Esmeralda Moran-Olmedo

Kahlee Moreno

Jordi Alexis Moreno-Perez

Trevyr Nicole Moss

Joshua Michael Motte

Joshua Mukendi-Faustin Mukendi

Ethan John Muller

Abigail K Murray

Marie Louise Nace

Shalini Nandam

Lawren Breann Narramore

Christopher Nava

Naomi Navuluri

Kamafo Aba Mansa Neizer-Ashun

Hunter Thomas Newton

Jacey Nguyen

Jonah Nicholas

Jahdai Nieto-Hernandez

Arjun SS Nimmala

Aaliyah Adriana Ojeda

Anaie Olivares

Magdalena Alyssa Orcasitas

Jose J Orduna

Benjamin Gen Ortega

Ismael Ortiz-Bautista

Victoria Pablo

Manuel Pablo-Ramos

Erick Josue Palacios

Yunuen Palacios

Shruthik Nag Pampati

Uma Panchal

Lizbeth Mendoza Paredes

Arianna Marie Park

Varun Rakesh Patel

A’merie Elise Paylor

Christian Paz

Jessica Paz

Jenna Marie Pearson

Joleen Lynn Peart

Raul Josiah Pecina

Baleigh Nicole Pennington

Dalayna Leanne Penrod

Keerthi Sri Penumuchu

Eric Perez

Ramiro Perez

Uziel Neftali Perez

Wendy Nallely Perez

Sarai Perez-Cancin

Evelyn Perez-Granados

Tai Lily Pergament

Valery Alexandra Petrova

Alexis Paige Petty

Madison Rose Pfeiler

Gabrielle Leanne Phillips

Alexander Joseph Philpott

Hubert Pilichowski

Luke Michael Pire

Tanya Zhayene Barraca Pizarro

Hardy James Polk

Nevaeh Pope

Matilde Posada

Ryan Thomas Putnam

Kailee Michelle Quessenberry

Addison Reid Raburn

Jace Michael Raburn

Nadia Daniela Radu

William Joseph Rainard

Yazmin Ramirez Paz

Sebastian Ramirez-Vallejo

Jesus Ramos Jr.

Lily Joana Ramos-Salazar

Amulya Ravipati

Paige Nicolette Reagan

Thomas Dennis Reasoner

Zachary Micheal Redner

Halie Alisabeth Reed

Draeon Mylek Reese

Ariana Caitlyn Rego

Tommy Irving Reina Jr.

Lucas Jack Nathan Renslow

Nathan Andrew Ress

Eric Reyes

Olivia Iris Reyes

Elektra Danielle Ribot

Caitlin Anne Rice

Luke David Richardson

Kaylee Gail Riley

Alexa Ringuette

Emily Marie Rios

Anjelina Josephine Rivera

Faith Ashley Rivera

Jazmin Rivera

Krystina Marie Rivera

Tomas Gabriel Rivera Bravo

Colin Norman Roberts

Jacob Shaw Roberts

Trace A Roberts

Luis Antonio Rocha Jr.

Alejandro Rodriguez

Edwin Rodriguez

Juliet I Rodriguez

Lesly Fernanda Rodriguez-Mar-

tinez

Yamile Rodriguez-Pineda

Reece Paul Rogers

Rosaura Rojas Bautista

Edgar Rojas-Ramirez

Andres Eduardo Romero

Emelhi Victoria Romero-Castrejon

Devinyair Romero-Victoriano

Briza Rosales

Leslie Rosales

Octavio Rosales III

Aryah Coral Roundtree

Anthony Rubio

Rafael Rubio

Ruben Rubio Jr.

McKenna Rupp

Cenaida Soledad Salazar Cruz

Josiah Harley Salomon

Martin Sanchez

Jayelin Violet-Rose Sander

Julio Vincente Santiago

Lei-Lei Nicole Sawyer

Nicholas Anthony Scavo

Tyler Reid Schaaf

Brady Alexander Schmidt

Kishon Laselle Scott

Krystina Bryce Seufzer

Radek Rikin Shah

Adam Ayaz Shaikh

Matthew Spencer Shea Jr.

Orren Wyatt Sherwood

Samantha Rebecca Shields

Samuel Scott Shiver

Ritvik Singh

Abigail Grace Smith

Abigail Ruth Smith

Amiyah Taylor Smith

Amy Christina Smith

Jalen Terrill Smith

Nevaeh Leigh Smith

Rylan Anthony Smith

Reese Hunter Sosa

Rogelio Jesus Soto Jr.

Carson Andrew Spears

Marcus Stanson SpringfieldJr.

Jett Tyler Stanley

STRAWBERRY CREST

HIGH SCHOOL

Samuel E Stephens

Juliet Elizabeth Suarez

Keith C Suttle

Carson John Sweat

Emilia Szpiech

Angshuman Talukdar

Alexa Tarver

Janeisy Nekisha Tatis

Leslie Christina Taveras-Rosario

Emiley Rae Taylor

Chengyee Thao

Haley Ann Thomas

Jaden Nathaniel Thompson

Shawn Michael Thornhill

Jacquelyn Tienda-Herrera

David Allen Torres

Iandel Omar Torres Ortolaza

Lucia Trejo-Gonzalez

Alondra Martina Trevino

Lauren Trotto

Ava Hope Van Nuil

Samson Xam Tau Vang

Jeremiah Ayden VanVaerenbergh

Andrea Vargas

Silvia Vargas-Velasco

RayAllen Vasquez

Rigoberto Vasquez-Alvarez

Edwin Vazquez-Palma

Alexander Velasco

Walfred Eduardo Velasquez Revolorio

Lizbeth Velasco-Santiago

Elijah Edgar Velazquez

Estephanie Velazquez Guillen

Avaneesh Shunmugan Venkatesh

Ayleen Ventura

Emanuel Ventura-Escobar

Nicholas Alexander Vicedo

Ashley Vicente

Elijah Isiah Vickers

Chanel Brooke Victorin

Jazmin Rae Villa

Estrella Villalba-Taguja

Adrian Vo

Jasmine Mai Dawb Vue

Treston Sean Wagner

Summer Leighanne Walker

Charles Thomas Watson

Dylan Taylor Weaver

Ryan Dexter Weems Jr.

Antoine Devell Wilcox III

An’yiah Lashae Williams

Niya Sharlize Williams

Robert Earl Woods Jr.

William Harrison Wynne

Matthew Xibxub Xiong

Kaleb Exavier Yarger

Brooklyn Renee Zajac

Jesus Zamorano-Gordillo

Damaris Naneth Zarsosa Rodriguez

Rahil Dhaval Zaveri

Jose Antonio Zepeda Sanchez

AKHIL CHALLA: IB VALEDICTORIAN

GPA: 8.78

When did you realize you were going to be in the top two of your class? How did you react?

I didn’t necessarily know I was in the running until this year, where I knew around 3 students other than me were in the running. I only found out I was in the top 2 once my principal told me I was the valedictorian. I was shocked and happy.

What’s something you wish you knew about high school before entering 9th grade I wished I knew that the IB program would be excruciatingly difficult i junior and senior year, but I am satisfied with hw things turned out. The program was difficult bause of the sheer amount of content and workload, and in the Diploma programme I took Economics, Physics, English, Spanish, Math, and History. Due to the IB program I have credits in History with other credits hopefully coming in July when my IB scores are out.

What is your favorite high school memory?

Going to Spiderman: No Way Home at a theatre in Riverview called Xscape Theatre. I went with my friends and it was an exhilarating experience. I have also seen all the other Spiderman movies.

What is the most important lesson you learned (from a teacher or another student) while in high school?

That an award or distinction in society isn’t what you need to gain education for, but to make the world a better place. I learned this from the entirety of my experiences in high school, but my parents did have a much more profound effect on that lesson.

What extracurricular activities did you participate in and why?

I participated in Robotics, worked as a Mathnasium tutor, went to Karate classes and volunteered at AdventHealth. I participated in these activities because I enjoyed all of them and found them interesting.

What are your college plans and future career goals?

My interest in neurology and to be a doctor led me to a career in Psychiatry. I plan to go to UF on the pre-med track and aim to become a Psychiatrist in the future. I also applied to USF and FSU but settled on UF.

What advice would you give students who want to be valedictorian or salutatorian?

While it is a great honor to be a valedictorian, don’t completely overlook the other high school experiences and achievements that make you a better person and may help you in your college applications.

AMELIA GOMEZ:

VALEDICTORIAN TRADITIONAL

GPA: 7.62

When did you realize you were going to be in the top two of your class? How did you react?

I have technically been number 1 since the beginning of freshman year, there was one point where I flipped o third but by the next quarter I was back to 1. Being valedictorian wasn’t something that I was going for in high school until the start of my senior year when I realized that it was attainable. It honestly didn’t feel real until we had our top 10 lunch and they officiall announced that I was valedictorian. It was crazy but at the same time it was an amazing feeling to know that years of hard work had lead to something I didn’t even know was in my reach.

What’s something you wish you knew about high school before entering 9th grade?

There are two things that I wish I would have learned before entering 9th grade. One being to not sweat the small stuff There is going to be a lot of new challenges or new types of drama that you encounter but you just have to learn how to really focus on the stuff that maters. Courses are going to be hard and have challenging aspects but if you just stay focused on that class and what is going on you will do just fin. Same with any drama that occurs, you just have to focus on staying true to yourself and staying true to your friends and knowing when it’s time to step back from what is happening. The second thing Is to just put yourself out there and go for stuff. I was never a person who had a ton of friends or talked to a bunch of people but as I got further into high school I started joining more clubs and running for homecoming court and prom court and class councils. By taking the opportunity to join these clubs and really try to get involved in my school I feel like I was able to have a more expansive

ending to high school. By putting yourself out there it doesn’t necessarily mean doing every single club or doing every single activity that your club does but it may just mean running for an officer position for a small club, which in turn could lead to you meeting new people or getting new opportunities that you might not have originally had. Also as someone who is not typically outgoing to people they don’t know joining and putting myself out there allowed me to really be able to enjoy high school more and know that you can still have an impact without being popular.

What is your favorite high school memory?

I have two favorite high school memories, one being my senior prom and the other being our last pep rally. This year for my senior prom I had a group of friends that I went with and I had never had a group for any dance until this year and I think it made it so much better. I was also on prom court and nominated for two senior notables, one of which I won (I won hidden genius). I put myself out there and ran for stuff or my senior year and just winning that notable and even making it on prom court was just an amazing feeling. My second favorite memory was our last pep rally of the year. It was our blackout pep rally and it was only juniors and seniors, we had a good amount of people show up, fun games, and prom court got to be recognized. Our student government recreated the Rihanna halftime show with our mascot and did the mascot reveal for the year and it was all like glow in the dark and light up themed. The energy was amazing and everyone who was there got really into it and had a great time and I think it was a great way to send off the eniors and provided us with our final spirit stick win.

JAY CHAPLOT: IB SALUTATORIAN

GPA: 8.76

When did you realize you were going to be in the top two of your class? How did you react?

I realized that I was going to be in the top two of my class earlier this year in the middle of the third quarter. I reacted very pleased and was excited to tell my family. What’s something you wish you knew about high school before entering 9th grade?

Before entering 9th grade, I wish I knew that high school would be just like another home and a place to enjoy time with your friends.

What is your favorite high school memory?

My favorite high school memory is when my friends threw a surprise birthday party for me. We watched the World Cup, went to Busch Gardens, and did a lot of other fun activities.

What is the most important lesson you learned (from a teacher or another student) while in high school?

The most important lesson I learned was to always have a direction in the things you do. It helps to organize your daily work in a more structured and purposeful way.

What extracurricular activities did you participate in and why?

The two main extracurricular activities I participated in were Orchestra and Robotics. After orchestra in middle school, I wanted to keep playing in high school. The entire community in my school Orchestra was great, and I had a lot of fun with my friends in the countless after-school rehearsals and concerts. I started participating in Robotics in 9th grade. It was always something I found interesting, and I still plan to pursue that area even today.

What are your college plans and future career goals?

Next year I will go to college at Georgia Tech and study computer science. Hopefully, in my career, I can find a table job that I enjoy doing.

What advice would you give students who want to be valedictorian or salutatorian?

I would recommend that students truly take classes that they are interested in. There is no point in taking classes just for the sake of doing them. Classes should act as a guide for you to find omething that is enjoyable and something you can be passionate about.

ALYSSA HUDSON: TRADITIONAL SALUTATORIAN

GPA: 7.58

When did you realize you were going to be in the top two of your class? How did you react?

During the fist semester of my freshman year, I found out I was 4th in the class. After finding that ou, I created the goal to stay in the top 10 rank for my class throughout high school. During my end of junior, start of senior year, I found out I was in 3rd place for rank. I knew I had to do whatever it took to get that 2nd spot because I would have been so disappointed if I hadn’t after being so close to it. My fist semester of senior year, I took 13 classes and needless to say, it was worth all the work that I put in that semester and the past three years in high school.

What’s something you wish you knew about high school before entering 9th grade

One thing I wish I knew before entering 9th grade was to come in really openminded with everything that gets thrown at you. As the four years goes by, you may end up taking classes you never knew you would like and then discover something you do. Keeping an opened mind and taking as many opportunities as you can.

What is your favorite high school memory?

My favorite high school memory is one from this past year and that was our ASL Showcase. Every year we have an ASL showcase to present all of the songs each of the levels have worked on as well as solos and small groups that students have created to friends and family. It is a really special event that we get to put on each year and extra special for seniors since it is our last big event all together. Towards the end of the showcase, we have our ASL Honors Society inductions which we receive any awards earned. I received my seal of biliteracy for studying ASL for four years and the Laurent Clerc medal. We end the night by signing a senior song as well.

What is the most important lesson you learned (from a teacher or another student) while in high school?

One important lesson that I have learned while in high school was to take several

electives that you may find ineresting. That way, it helps to give you an idea of what you are actually interested in and you may discover something you really enjoy that you would not have known before taking that class. It especially can help during your junior or senior year when you are deciding on college and what you would like to study after high school.

What extracurricular activities did you participate in and why?

There are a couple big clubs that I have been very active in during high school. The fist was American Sign Language Honors Society and I have been a part of the organization since 10th grade and during my senior year got the opportunity to be the secretary on the leadership board. I would have never realized ASL would have been something I am so passionate about until I had taken the fist two years. The second club was National Honors Society which I have been a part of since 11th grade. During my senior year, I got to hold an executive board position as the Community Service Coordinator. I got the chance to connect with local organizations around the Tampa Bay area to gain volunteer opportunities for our NHS chapter and to give back to the community.

What are your college plans and future career goals?

After high school, I plan to either go to the University of Central Florida or the University of South Florida where I will obtain a bachelors in education to become an ASL teacher.

What advice would you give students who want to be valedictorian or salutatorian?

While taking challenging or dual enrolled classes in high school are amazing, make sure that you save a class or two in your schedule to be a fun elective that you enjoy or are interested in. Even while it may not always seem like it, having a fun class that you actually look forward to can help reduce the stress that other classes may be causing. four years goes by fast, so make sure you are making it an enjoyable one as well with some classes you enjoy.

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