Graduation 2020

MEET THE

CLASS OF 2020

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TO THE CLASS OF 2020

CONTENTS 4: Briarwood Christian School 6: Calera High School 8: Chelsea High School 12: Coosa Valley Academy 15: Cornerstone Christian School 16: Evangel Classical Christian School

Every year, high school seniors face their own set of challenges as they prepare to enter the new world post graduation.

Following senior prom, spring sports, their final awards day and their final high school exams, they get set to walk across a stage in front of their peers, teachers and family after four grueling years of hard work, making it all worth it in that moment.

The class of 2020, however, faces a more difficult challenge.

Possibly one of the most historic senior classes in recent history, they won’t get the same opportunities.

Due to the spread of COVID-19, the school year was suspended on a daunting Friday, March 13, before eventually being canceled two weeks later.

The majority of this year’s seniors missed their final prom, missed spring break, missed out on their final sports season and perhaps saddest of all, they missed out on creating special memories with their best friends before many take separate paths in their next venture.

But, that is exactly what has this year’s senior class possibly more prepared than many before them in their school’s history.

This year’s class of seniors will be remembered, not for how the year ended, but how they handled the ending. A group that has shown tremendous leadership for one another and their school’s future seniors.

It’s a year of their life that didn’t end the way they hoped it would, but it’s a year that added as much character as any for how they handled this unforeseen challenge that most of us are struggling to cope with.

For that, we say congratulations class of 2020.

Throughout this special graduation magazine we honor each of you for your accomplishments in the classroom and in life, and look forward to your next step as you continue to inspire us all.

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Briarwood Christian School 143 graduates 6255 Cahaba Valley Road • Birmingham, AL 35242 Lions • 1,850 students • No. 4 ranked Christian high school in Alabama

Ferguson used to excelling in the face of adversity For Christian Ferguson, time spent at Briarwood Christian School allowed him to create unforgettable memories every day.

“The teachers and coaches at Briarwood provided a supportive environment where I could strive to achieve in all fields,” Ferguson said. “Playing in the football and baseball state championships provided me with experiences that I will never forget. I also loved every second spent with all of my friends, whether that was the football, baseball or math team.”

Ferguson was named valedictorian for the class of 2020; he was voted by his the Student Government Association all teammates to be a captain on the 2020 four years of high school, and was voted football and baseball teams; he served in the chaplain of the school by his class4

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mates. He was also voted the National Honor Society president, scored a perfect 5 on his AP chemistry exam; was the Bryant Jordan Scholar Athlete Regional winner; voted “most well-rounded” by his classmates, and was the Matt Johnson Courage Award winner.

When Ferguson was 5 years old, his older brother passed away in an accident in his backyard.

“He was two years older than me, and my best friend,” Ferguson said. “That night, my dad sat my family down and said, ‘A lot of families crumble when they face struggle, but we will not let this define us.’ As I have grown up, I remember to fight through all forms of adversity.

I have learned that when you wallow in

Briarwood Christian School Emma Jayne Albritton

Penelope Grace Kovakas

Sanket Pinakin Shah

Mary Evelyn Amster

Hayden Christopher Lamey

Cole Alexander Sibley

Hundon Davis Arnold

Lauren Chadwick Lanier

Madeline Fraser Simmerman

Juliana Claire Badeaux

Ryan Graceson Larkins

Alexandria Antoinette Smith

Robert Lindon Baldwin

Andrew Briggs Latta

Carolyn Cline Smith

Willis Cooper Barnes

Andrew Matteson Lee

Tucker Drayton Smith

Chance Thomas Beard

Blake Harris Lester

Daniel Lawson Spann

Halle Alyssa Beasley

Abigail Grace Liddell

Anna Katherine Spivak

Amelia Brooke Benes

Anna Grace McCullough

Laura Brittain Stubblefield

Madeline Taylor Bentley Madeline Elizabeth Berg Rachel Elizabeth Bonds Ryan Michael Border

JOHN CHRISTIAN FERGUSON Valedictorian

Peter Blake McKenna

Emma Grace Stutts

Nathan Alan Mier

George Harold Sumerford

Alex Reid Miller

Ainsley Layne Talbird

Curtis Grant Grissom

James Brock Miskelley

Emma Barksdale Tarence William Parsons Tarter

Carson Noel Brooks

Tully Anne Hamner

Bailey Reed Morman

Josiah Keegan Brower

James Boyd Hancock

Patrick Turner Murphy

Abner Utley Taylor

Jacob Ryan Burr

Asher Brandon Hannah

Noah Brennen Nall

Nathaniel Hawke Tedder Mary Callie Tomlinson

Mary Caroline Campbell

Olivia Rose Hannah

Jeffrey Williamson Neville

Payton Nicole Chambless

Natalie Grace Harmon

Megan Reese Nolen

Chase Austin Travis

Rachel Abigail Cheely

Morgan Alyssa Harris

Jacob William Nunn

Joseph Braxton Tubbs

Reagan Elizabeth Clark

Megan Emily Haskins

Audrey Gabrielle O’Brien

Riley Grant Underwood

Natalie Renae Clasen

Hughston Daniel Headley

Avery Rose Ochsenhirt

William Graham Uzzle

Connor Hughes Coleman

Anna Kay Heidepriem

Cale Braden Osvath

Lauren Elizabeth Van Fleet

Elizabeth Montgomery Collier

Clayton Patrick Hess

Grace Elizabeth Owens

Sam Michael Varnado

Abbigayle Nicole Crosier

Sarah Shea Hill

Hannah Elizabeth Payne

Audrey Elaine Vickers

Mitchell Scott Curtis

Ella Kate Hodges

Christian Noble Pearson

Jacob Robert Waters

Lauren Blair Danley

Holly Elizabeth Holcomb

Stetson Lane Ponder

Molly Grace Watkins

Alyssa Nicole Davidson

William Edward Holdefer

Michael Douglas Preston

Brandon Matthew Wesson-Church William Matthew Whatley

Aimee Grace Dick

Robert Chandler Holt

Sarah Elizabeth Preston

Ryan Christopher Donohoo

Heather Jacqueline Houston

Luke Holland Prewett

Parker Chad Will

Ashleigh Kate Donovan

Trent Jackson Howard

Campbell Elizabeth Ragsdale

Steven Daniel Windham

Daniel J Duke

Tyler Ethan Jahraus

Clayton Ladner Rasmussen

John Lewis Wolf

Emma Katherine Duncan

Margaret Elizabeth Johnson

Joseph Callahan Reebals

Knox August Wolsoncroft Grace Elizabeth Wong

Matthew James Earnest

Abbey Caroline Johnston

Eliza Marie Reid

David Alexander Emmons

Andrew Christopher Jones

Olivia Nicole Ricks

Abigail Grace Wood

John Christian Ferguson

Harrison Patrick Jones

Nicholas Henry Robson

O’shea David Woodruff Sara Elizabeth Worthington

John Timothy Cole Garner

Joshua Edward Jones

Samuel Vann Russell

Benjamin Carter Giadrosich

Daniel Isaac Keller

Emily Katherine Sappington

Kayla Ansley Wright

Ethan Ryan Green

Katie Michelle Kelley

James Kirkwood Selkirk

Madison Elizabeth Wright

Benjamin Elliott Gregory

Crawford Whitfield Kent

Julianna B. Sellers

sadness, the adversity will have a negative impact on your life, but when you fight through it, you can use adversity as a tool to help you achieve your goals.”

Since senior year was cut short due to the COVID-19 outbreak, Ferguson said not getting to spend his last couple of months at school has been difficult.

“We had an incredibly talented baseball team, and we were looking for revenge after losing in the state championship last year,” Ferguson said. “But I have gotten to spend some great time with my family before I leave for college. It is also encouraging to see how the Briarwood staff is supporting all of the seniors. School staff members visited all 143 seniors at

their homes, and delivered graduation party packs.”

Ferguson said he will take the memory of the atmosphere during a home Briarwood football game with him.

“The fans, the band, the student section, the coaches and my teammates all banded together to support the eleven guys on the field, it was incredible,” he said.

Ferguson loves all things science and math, because he can see how they relate to one another and have practical real world applications.

If he had to pick a favorite subject, he would choose chemistry.

Ferguson plans to attend the Universi-

ty of Alabama on one of the school’s seven Academic Elite Scholarships.

He will be majoring in chemical engineering and minoring in social innovation and leadership.

He has been selected to take part in the University Fellows Experience, which is a service-based fellowship that serves impoverished communities across the state.

“I can’t wait to spend the next four years pushing myself to become a better person for the Tuscaloosa community, and the state of Alabama,” Ferguson said.

Ferguson is the son of Juli and Scott Ferguson. He is the brother of Sara and Anna Grace Ferguson.

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Calera High School 197 graduates 100 Calera Eagle Drive • Calera, AL 35040 Eagles • 865 students • 40th best school for college readiness in Alabama

To the Class of 2020, The decision to close school in March eliminated the traditional end-of-year senior class experiences and opportunities designed to be the pinnacle of a Calera High School education.

We are saddened that we won’t have the opportunity to share these moments with you, but we take comfort in our memories of the experiences we shared together during the 2019-2020 school year.

You have faced adversity, learned to do “hard things” and grown strong, resilient and innovative.

We are confident that through this growth you are destined to accomplish great things.

You encourage us, inspire us and challenge us. Ultimately, you give us hope. We love you Class of 2020! You will always be Eagles! Congratulations.

CHS faculty and staff

Breiana LaShaye Alexander

Jordan Aaron Bryant-Williams

Sarah Kaitlyn Davis

Jonathan Alexis Gutierres

Peighton Lyn Allen

Jaxon Scott Butterworth

Treasure Cerae Davis

Antoyne Deshuan Hale

Bryan Alvarenga

Oscar Jr. Canales

Alex Mackenzie Deason

JahQuan Tariq Hall

Makaila Kendaija Amos

Colton Allen Carlisle

Leesa Mayleen Dempsey

Ja’Sean Jerome Hall

Jada Alexis Arias

Caleb Wayne Carpenter

Quinn Kyle Denney

Takyra LaFaye Hall

Hannah Faith Armstrong

Dacota Mckenzie Casteel

Felicia Gabriell Dixon

Jamarea DaNaye Harris

Jakobi Kyshawn Baker

Eduardo Castillo

Zandria Tiera Dowdell

Jacob Andrew Hart

Shunterriya Ariel Barnes

Ryan Daniel Caver

Hannah Elizabeth Drolet

Charliyah Vanita Hawkins

Melvin Anthony Barrera De La Cerda

Melanie Cervantes Barreras

Christian Taylor Duvall Shaw

Jason Patrick Head

J’Naudia LaShae Barron

Caleb Laurence Cline

Darryn Blake Easterling

Madison Sandra Heller

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Vanessa Riana Beard

Camden Trent Cline

Lizbeth Yamilee Eslava

Brandon Kalep Henley

Brett Morris Bell

Morgan Keith Clinton

Joaquin Bryan Espana Hernandez

Kimberly Del Rosario Herrera-Diaz

Everett Bellfield IV

Gabriella Paige Clore

Davis Troy Falkner

Taylor Mackenzie Hicks

Brianna Marie Bennett

Jontai Gregory Cobb

Alijah Cordal Franklin

Kalista Dawn High-Howard

Warren Joseph Bernard

Victoria Simmone Cockrell

JaCobi Devon Gaines

Parker Lee Honeycutt

Rose Elia Black

Garrett Anthony Cormier

Madison Elysa Giattina

Bailey Elizabeth Lin Jackson Harrison Parker Jackson

Graham Carden Blankenship

Asia Michelle Craig

Kristinea Marie Gibson

Robert Mason Blankenship

Quin’Darius Earlmond Crews

Alexandria Natasha Gilbert

Elijah Malik Jemison

Heather Nicole Borden

Grady Lee Thomas Croft

Timothy Earl Gilbert Jr.

Marcanthony Xavier Jenkins

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Harrison Lee Bourg

Julia Grace Crowe

Jose Leonardo Gonzalez

Jaylon Isaiah Johnson

Marissa Nicole Brantley

Robert Earl Cunningham III

Emily Yairel Gonzalez-Gonzalez

Jayson Elijah Jones

Destiny Sky Bratton

Nicolas Rashard Curier

Jalon Joshua Greene

Jylon Tyrese Jones

Lamaja Desiree Broadnax

Cole Phillips Davis

Bravin Gene Greer

Terri Savanna Jones

Cameryn Lee Brown

Graci Anne Davis

Jairo Guadalupe-Astudillo

Kylie Alexa Jordan

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Calera High School Edwin Mbugua Karanja

Madelyn Helen Rhoads

Lauren Ashley Karr

Brenee’ Marie Robinson

Tori Alysa Tucker

Markell DeAnthony Kelley

Cary Marie Robinson

Ayannah Nicole Turner

Meghan Elizabeth Tucker

Micah Nichole Kelsey

James King Roddam

Jekia Darisha Turnipseed

Dylan Lane Killingsworth

Joshua Thomas Rotkiewicz

Jonathan Estuardo Villatoro Urizar

Destinee Michelle King

Emily Julisa Salazar

Greyson Davis Wade

DeUndre LaTrell King

Gabriel Michael Schweitzer

Brayden Matthew Wall

Elijah Brooks Knight

John Logan Schwentner

Cordell Jalil Weathers

Gavin James Lambert

Noah Alan Scott

Julie May Wedgeworth

Michaela Amirycle Landrum Alexandria Lukachi Le Jonah Lamar Lee

HARRISON PARKER JACKSON Valedictorian

Logan Nicholas Sellers

Caleb Augustus Wester

Krishya Anne Shearer

Laparris Elmore Whatley

Ashton Blakely Shoddie

Andrew Cullen White

Khalib Emmanuel Lee-Davis

Jackson Forbes Miree

Charlee Nicole Sides

Kala Jashun White

Jagger Colt Leonard

Marques Andrew Mixon

Isaac Ryan Simpson

Logan DeWayne White

Ahmya Markala Lilly

Alexis Moctezuma-Hernandez

Reanna Marie Sisneros

Cameron Jamal Wilder

Morgan DeLynn Looman

De Andre Martez Moore

Malachi Devon Small

Aija Keyona Williams

Emanuel Bruce Lott

Joel Patrick Murray

Mariah Alexis Nicole Sprague

Blake Allen Williams

Jordan Sydney Love

HannahGrace Oakes

Ceaira Nijaa Stockdale

De’Javius Jermaine Williams

Dai’ja Jade Lunsford

Ashlyn Olvera

Emily Clara Strickland

Matthew Alan Winslett

Raven Mallory

Karina Valeria Orellana

Katherine Grace Stripling

Madison Jewel Wood

Stephanie Martinez Gutierrez

Julia Anne Paitz

Skilar Samaria Talley

Kenya Woods

Rocio Martinez

Matthew Andrew Parker

Ashanti Hope Morgan Tatum

Luke Terry Worrell

Nia Monique Maye

TaCorey Jarmell Peake

Alexandria Jacqueline Thomas

Adriane N Wright

Mary Catherine McAlister

Caitlyn Marie Pemberton

Jacey Dianne Thornton

Tyler Jamal Wright

Skyler Nicole McCluskey

Jaydyn Alyssa Pierce

Dallas Wyatt Toles

Ethan Browning Young

Denise Vonshay McDaniel

Michael Lance Proctor

Savanna Taylor Townsend

Trenton Alan Yowe

Charles Chandler McGiboney

Myeshia Cheyenne Purifoy

Chanel Marie Toyer

Tamia Tamberna McMullin-Bailey

ReMijah Miqueel Rashid

Braden Kyle Troglen

Cameron Grace McNamee

Natasha Mona Reasor

Alexander Randolph Tucker

Congratulations class of 2020!

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Chelsea High School 310 graduates 10510 Couty Road 11 • Chelsea, AL 35043 Hornets • 1,235 students • 22nd best school for college readiness in Alabama

Sydni Adams

Isabella McKinley Cavender

Taylor Marie Duzan

Zachary Graves Adams

Jacob Hunter Chamblee

Kennedy Elizabeth Edwards

William Tyce Adema Jr.

David Stanton Cheek

Jordyn Makyla Ellett

Sara Myrna Ali

Michael Angelo Chiofalo

Mallie Margaret Engel

Hunter James Anderson

Katherine Ann Clark

Ashlyn Suzanne Eskridge

Lora Grace Anderson

Colby Bryson Clements

Emma Jewell Evans

Tiarre Nicole Banks

Brodie Christopher Coolidge

Nolan Thomas Evans

Alexander Daniel Baumann

Abigail Eileen Craddock

Reagan Victoria Ferguson

Brooklyn Grace Bentley

Meleah Elisabeth Craft

Emma Brooke Fields

Evan Blake Crow

Dalton Blake Formby

William Cole Berryman Molly Elizabeth Betts Austyn Jade Black

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YESENIA VILLANUEVANAVARRO Valedictorian

Brooklyn Alyssa Culwell

Farrah Renae Franks

Gavin Patrick Curren

Carter James Frederick

Madelyn Elizabeth Blackburn

Abigail Isabella Bryars

Sara Elizabeth Curren

Alexander Joseph Fritz

Grant Andrew Blankemeyer

Christian Ryan Bullard

Dalton Alexander Currie

James David Frost

Benjamin Joseph Bliss

Brooke Alexis Burback

Madison Marie Kimsey Davis

Austin Shane Frye

Jacob Steven Boyle

Rachel Anne Burchfield

Morgan Fayth Davis

Garrett Benjamin Frye

Aiden Royce Bradley

Abigail Elizabeth Burley

Akayla Janelle’ DeRamus

Kensley Joy Fuller

Anna Caroline Brasfield

Lindsey Regan Burt

Philip Freeman Dison

Tristen Scott Fuller

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Delaney Daran Brasher

Bethany Celeste Byars

Sarah Doan

Elliot James Gage

Morgan Leigh Bright

Austin William Callahan

Tram Bao Doan

Joseph Henri Gage

Jacob Alexander Brown

Alyson Skye Carroll

Mya Symone Dobbins

Justin Lee Galloway

Parker Riley Brown

Teanna Sarah Cason

Addison Cole Draper

Bradley Aaron Gardner

David Lee Bryan

Steven Cotney Castleberry Jr.

Thomas Callaway Dunn

Benjamin Scott Garner

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LaDarius Qunte’ Gary

Kijani Zafir Jamil King

Alfree Fornatee Gbargaye

Madison Hope Knight

Michael Christian Gibbs

Brooke Ashley Kuykendall

Nathan Lamar Glidewell

Lauren Elisabeth Kuykendall

Jackson Carey Goostree

Luke Tanner Lael

Allen Lewis Goss

Grant Michael Lamb

Jacob Taylor Graham

Emily Grace Lamberson

John Noble Graham

Wesley Andrew Lamberson

Lauren Cheri Graham

Bryce Aaron Lambrecht

Riley Grace Grant

Elizabeth Belle Land

Mason Daniel Gray

Grant Allen-Cooper Lang

Christian Nicholson Green

Tsuki Levelle Larkins

Josi Marie Green

Jamie Madison Lawson

Walsh Matthew Green

McKayla Scarbary Lee

Da’Mon Deangelo Greene

Addie Grace Lewis

Dennis Alexis Guillen Ayala

Chapman Maree Lewis

Jacob Alexander Gulledge

Cameron Tyler Lewis-Gunn

Jaiden Sue Habeishi

Kailey Paige Littleford

Michael Alexander Haley

Shelby Elizabeth Lovette

Karrington Joshua Hall

Zane Alexander Manderson

Jackson Scott Hamilton

Maurice Marcelle Marsh II

Alison Leigh Hann

Olivia Brooke Marshall

Madison Francis-Jones Harris

Austin Christopher Martin

Mary Jayann Harris

Morgan Elizabeth McCarthy

Star’Daja Walties Harris

Matthew Jack McCutchen

Kameron Dale Harrison

Ian Michael Lee McDavid

Ann Kathryn Hartsfield

Harrison Mitchell McGaha

Luke Alexander Haywood

Ethan David McGrady

Logan Tyler Helms

Alice Kaitlyn McGregor

Caleb Timothy Hemphill

James Matthew McGregor

Madison Lane Herndon

Justin Taylor McGregor

Harmonie Nicole Hill

Bailey Drew McIntyre

Teona Denise Hill

Mason Scott McKeever

Cameron Isaiah Hinson

Liam Joseph McLain

Baker Anderson Hix

Nicholas Matthew McNeill

Davin Tien Hoang

Andrew Bryant Messier

Maggie McKay Hodges

David Nathaniel Meyers

Ingram Kathryn Holt

Nicole Michelle Michalik

Seyed Aria Hosseini

Dayrelle Aunya Miller

Lauren Elizabeth Hotchkiss

Brooklyn Michelle Mims

Carolyn Phillips Hunter

Daley Victoria Mims

Dorothy Emma Hunter

James Connor Mims

Emily Grace Hutchens

Ivan Mondragon-Cayetano

Abigayle Laura Hyche

Robert Andrew Montgomery

Sarah Jordan Hyde

Caleb Alexander Moore

Hannah Kaye Ingle

Jett Bridges Moore

Kenley Rebecca Irwin

Sarah Olivia Moore

Maria Alejandra Jaramillo Quintero

James Brady Morgan

Maxwell Trenton Johnsey

Tiffany Gail Morris

Josie Morand Johnson

Carmen Mackenzie Moseley

Maia Cailey Johnson

Rebecca Gail Mueller

Zachary Robert Johnson

Louis Charel Muriente-Gonzalez

Alec Matthew Jones

Daniel Allen Musgrave

Brent Franklin Jones

Joshua Jefferson Mynatt

Kayla Nicole Jones

Kaitlyn Baker Nail

Alexa Ann Kelson

Conner Chase Nauert

JeNathan Donez Kennedy-Junious

Cooper Woods Neal

David Boyce Kerr

William Joseph Neighbors

CHELSEA

CLASS OF 2020

We are so proud of you and the beautiful young lady you have become. Your faith in God and the work you have done in his name is an inspiration to all.

Cannot wait to see what you accomplish at Jacksonville State in the fall.

Love, Mom, Dad, Garrett, Landon, Mimi, Big Daddy and Pappa

“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 29:11

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Chelsea High School

Dear Class of 2020, I first want to congratulate you on your accomplishment of successfully completing high school. Often lost in the excitement of such an event is the effort it took to achieve this great honor. It truly represents the 13year culmination of all the hard work, sacrifice, struggles, joy, triumphs, and building of relationships that one experiences during their elementary, middle, and high school years. As you reflect back on all of these times, it is my sincere hope that you view them positively, and hold your accomplishment in the high regard it deserves.

Unfortunately, this school year did not end as any of us would have hoped. Many of the enjoyable activities that are typical for seniors during this time of year were sadly taken away as a result of the COVID-19 virus. The memories associated with such things will now be replaced with e-learning, social distancing,

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and living through a national crisis. However, while you reflect on what you may have missed out on, I encourage you to also think of what you can gain from this event, which will be forged in your response to the adversity you experienced.

I believe things do not always happen for the best, but each of us have the ability to make the best of what happens. There are some things that are important for all of us to consider. For instance, I hope that we all can value our lives, health, family, and friends much more in the future. I believe that even small things we perhaps used to take for granted will henceforth hold increased significance, as we consider how fragile our world truly is. While many of these suggestions could be taken as universal considerations, as graduates, you now have a deeper responsibility.

You are all getting ready to enter the world as young adults, and with that, the world awaits your response. Each of you

has something to contribute in the short and long term. Every day, you can work to be a better person by exhibiting traits of strong character, such as kindness, charity, trustworthiness, and other moral sensibilities that allow you to consistently uplift those around you. In the long term, you can decide how to use your gifts (everyone has them!) to leave your mark on the world.

You, and subsequently your decisions, matter a great deal. You represent the future of our country, and as the graduating class rising out of this great crisis, you can help lead a better way for all of us. I have faith that you will accept this challenge, and persevere with the idea that we will see a better tomorrow facilitated through your contributions. I wish you the greatest of success, and will be praying for you all as you pursue your future endeavors.

Godspeed!

Brandon Turner, Ed.D. Principal, Chelsea High School

Kaelynn Marie Nelson

Gage Michael Rhoden

Sophie Erin Skillern

Garrett Harrison Tyler

Quoc-Phong Ngo

Karson Rae Rich

Elizabeth Skylar Slaughter

Nicholas Lee Ulderich

Jackson Scott Nichols

Melissa Suzanne Ridgway

Calann Grace Smith

Jose Guadalupe Valencia Castillo

Meredith Auburn Norwood

Caleigh Sage Rineck

Jordan Jokim Smith

Madison Elana VanHousen

Gray Howard Oldenburg

Oscar Rivera

Mary Connor Smith

Gavin Oakley Vernon

Jordan Taylor Parker

Caleb Junias Robinson

Katherine Lynn Snead

Ridley Garrett Vernon

Charles Daniel Parkinson

Sally Jane Robinson

Zachary Scott Steele

Yesenia Villanueva-Navarro

Yagna Pruthvish Patel

Adianez Cheisy Rodriguez-Gonzalez

Kaley Brianna Stephens

Matthew Alan Waller

Isabella Christine Patterson

Kaylee Ruth Rogers

Robert Gunn Stephenson

Lindsay Walton

Skylar Michelle Payne

Joseph Edmond Roll

Casey Daniel Stewart

Hannah Elizabeth Ware

Dima Christian Pedersen

Thomas Edward Root

Jonathan Noah Stewart

Maggie Grace Weaver

Kayla Perez Enriquez

William Nathaniel Ross

Cody Braydon Suggs

Meagan Brooke Weldon Chloe Lauren Wenzel

Manuel Perez Zamora

Alicia Nicole Rousseau

Ashley Paige Swift

Daisy Isabel Perez

Thomas Bryant Royster

Brittny Fernanda Tadeo-Orozco

Ava Elizabeth West

Harrison Bryant Phillips

Kelsie Katherine Ruiz

Hayden Morgan Taylor

William Jared West

Michael Freeman Pownall

David Ryan Rushing

Jordan Michael Thomas

Dakota Scott Whitaker

Madison Kate Proctor

Thomas Joel Sams

Macie Shannon Thomas

Alyssa Jayne Wilbanks

Emily Ann Pulmano

David Grant Arnold Saner

Makenzie Marie Thomason

Richard Hugh Wilbanks Jr.

Mary Katherine Pulmano

Kevin Alexis Santillan Mercado

Christina Joanna Thompson

Brady Owen Wilder

Richard Finney Rabenau IV

Victoria Suzanne Schmer

Kathryne Elizabeth Thompson

Anna Claire Williams

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Avery Cambel Rains

Pemika Sematat

Brycen Tai Thornell

Sophie Smith Williams

Pressley Davis Rains

Dalton Lee Shaddix

Ryleigh Delano Thornton

Torilayna Renee Winningham

Mario Miguel Ramirez

John Patrick Shaw

Jacob William Tierney

Edward Garrett Wise

Timothy Lee Ransom

Bradey Ray Shelnutt

Brianna Taylor Traffica

Savannah Brooke Wise

Regan Ashley Rauch

Joshua Sims Sheppard

Savannah Kathleen Trout

Chynna Aiyana Wren

Itzel Razo Madrid

Caleb Raymond Shinn

Anna Kathryn Tubb

Rianna Walid Yousif

Alice Casey Rebman

Madison Leigh Shuttlesworth

Amelia Layne Tucker

Taylor Elizabeth Zinda

Kaitlyn Elese Reedy

Erin Andrea Simpson

Aaron Lee Tyler

James Holden Reid

Gianna Sirignano

Daniel Paul Tyler

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Nail focuses on doing right instead of expectations Chelsea High School senior Katie Nail said some of her favorite memories at school included leading Impact Day groups, doing community service, watching the Class Clash her freshman year and getting to see her friends and teachers.

During her time at Chelsea, Nail was president of both Spanish Club and Spanish National Honor Society (at separate times), a peer helper and a candidate for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s “Students of the Year” competition to raise money for Blood Cancer Awareness and treatment.

“Each of these individual accomplishments led to an even greater one—personal growth and self-acceptance,” Nail said.

A favorite subject for the Chelsea senior was AP Spanish because she felt like she learned the most both culturally and academically.

“It was a unique class and my teacher was invested in each of her students,” Nail said.

While her senior year was cut short due to the COVID-19 outbreak, Nail said she has had more free time to read, write, paint, exercise, and many other things.

“My main goal is to stay mentally and physically active while preparing for college,” Nail said.

A piece of advice Nail has received is to focus on doing what is right rather than what others think or expect of her.

Nail said she will carry her time from Peer Helper Camp with her throughout her life.

“I built friendships, and also the lessons we learned about life and working to help others,” Nail said.

Nail said people make experiences and she will miss her friends at Chelsea more than anything.

Nail plans to study cognitive science at Yale this fall.

She is the daughter of Pam and Clint Nail.

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Coosa Valley Academy 18 graduates 163 Park Place • Harpersville, AL 35078 Rebels • 237 students • 60 percent of students go on to attend a four-year college

Bailey looking to make a new home away from home Coosa Valley Academy senior Skylar Bailey will miss feeling at home at her school.

“I have attended CVA since I was 5,” Bailey said. “I grew up in that place, and it has always been my home away from home. I’ve created bonds with other students and teachers that I see lasting for years after graduation. I am going to miss walking through the halls and seeing my family. It will be the biggest change of my life.”

Bailey has loved participating in art shows since being in middle school.

“Up until my senior year, I had a few pieces place in the school show each year,” Bailey said. “In my junior year I 12

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had a piece place first at the district show.

In ninth grade, I participated in a writing contest for high school students in central Alabama and placed first, which was so cool.”

Bailey was also awarded highest class average her sophomore and junior year, and was the second highest average her freshman year.

Bailey said her favorite subject is English, which she credits to her English teacher helping to make it a favorite subject.

“To me, the teacher really makes or breaks the subject,” Bailey said. “I have been lucky enough to have an awesome English teacher for every year of high

MARLEE MARIE HARMON Valedictorian

Skylar Marie Bailey

Jordan Ray Ann Hartzog

Dylan Brett Benton

Samuel Franklin Hendon

Carson Allen Brown

Zane Michael Jantz

Kinley LeAnn Bryant

Brianna Lee Judd

Collin Troy Darty

Madelyn Grace Lee

Hayley Alexandra Franklin

Kaylee Alexis Smith

Shelby Kay Gerald

Samuel Trent Spratlin

Cole Scott Hapach

Andrew Drake Stiles

Marlee Marie Harmon

Walker Brady Whitten

school, making it my favorite subject. I love to write, and English class allowed me to explore new styles of writing and dive into new ideas without hesitation.”

When senior year was cut short, Bailey said she really struggled.

“Losing the remainder of my senior year was very upsetting,” Bailey said. “The people I have grown up with are suddenly gone, and I am wondering what final experiences I may have lost due to all of this. I am, however, very grateful that I was able to attend my senior prom. I know many kids didn’t, and it was the last time I was with all my classmates. I am very happy that I had that time with them before graduation.”

Bailey said she will never forget all the mornings she spent with other students before their first class started.

“Some mornings we would meet up early and huddle up in a car to blare music,” Bailey said. “Other times we would rush into our homeroom and jump onto homework together.

Birthdays were the best, as I got to spend time before school decorating lockers and cars for a fun surprise for my friends.

Those moments were so quiet and seemed ordinary, but created genuine memories that bring me comfort and happiness.”

Bailey said her math teacher Nancy Ingram’s iconic words of wisdom in AP calculus to “get on the struggle bus,” will also be a memory she will take with her after high school.

“She warns all of her students about the potential difficulty of the class,” Bailey said. “She’s honest about what challenges you’ll face as a student, and always does her best to guide you through the challenge and help you learn all that you can.”

Bailey said she plans to attend the University of Montevallo in the fall. She is still undecided on her major, but is leaning toward art or education.

Bailey is the granddaughter of Djuana and Jeff Myers.

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Coosa Valley Academy

Dear Coosa Valley Academy’s Class of 2020, On the day Governor Ivey closed our schools, Flag. My thoughts were interrupted by a text mesmy first thought was, “Have I given my students sage, “Mrs. Pam will you call me when you can.” A everything they need to complete this school senior student called to say, “Mrs. Pam our school year?” I thought about the precious elementary is closing for this year and I want to thank you for art pictures hanging on the walls, science experigiving me the best two years of my high school life ments in the middle school classroom and the and I love you.” Of course, I could not hold back locker doors opening and closing and the sound the tears, but my questions have been answered. of the cleats on game nights. Realizing how lucky Yes, I have given them everything they needed I was to watch the juniors and seniors enjoy the to complete this year. A sweet spirit, prayer guidprom in their beautiful clothes, which was an unance to love one another, to know everyone has forgettable experience. Seeing little Charlotte strengths and weaknesses and confidence to stand walking with her walker down the high school up for what is right in a safe Christian Academic Enhall and watching the students make sure that she has plenty of room to complete her PT exercises. The faces of vironment.

To our CVA Parents, thank you for allowing me to watch your chilstudents during weekly Chapel hoping that the Christian message hits home and maybe changed a life and saved a soul. Monitoring dren grow in every way and allowing me to have them in my life. the security cameras to make sure all the students are safe, walking to check the doors and seeing the teachers teach with passion the Love you always, subject that they really love.

Each day we start our day off with a Christian devotion, a prayer and standing for the Pledge of Allegiance to our beautiful American Coosa Valley Academy Headmaster

Pam Lovelady

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Cornerstone Christian School 32 graduates 24975 Alabama 25 • Columbiana, AL 35051 Chargers • 218 students • Ranked the 34th best Christian school in Alabama

To the 2020 senior class,

JACE EVAN BAILEY Valedictorian

KARLIE AMANDA BARNETT Valedictorian

Jace Evan Bailey

Sara Grace Johnson

Karlie Amanda Barnett

Caila Brook Lambert

Jeslyn Grace Bradley

John Clinton Landman

Grant Allen Brooks

Derek Andrew Largin

Harper Mae Bynum

Jackson Lee Mills

Braden Ashley Calma

Zachary Parker Murphy

Jackson Blue Causey

Ethan Kendall Rice

Mason Glenn Collins

Michael Maria Rice

John Greton Etheridge

Mason Jerrett Richards

Andrew Edward Flack

Bryant Lane Talbert

Daniel Warren Fletcher

Zackery Randal Townley

Nicholas Todd Foster

Elizabeth Grace Tucker

Blake Lee Fulps

Annika Lynn Walker

Lillian Kelsi Goodwin

John Robert Waugh

Parris Virginia Howell

Olivia Camille White

Clara Marie Johnson

Alanna Marie Witten

I want to commend you for your ability to adapt to changing circumstances. When the year began, this senior class almost doubled in size when you welcomed so many seniors from Kingwood. You bonded over the senior retreat and homecoming activities. You joined hands and hearts to support Backpack Buddies. You worked with elementary students to create a reading buddy program and encourage our youngest students. Now you are enduring one of the most historic moments in our nation’s history. In the face of a pandemic you have managed to maintain your studies at Cornerstone while also doing all the things necessary to get into the colleges and universities where you will continue your education. I marvel at how well you have all handled these unusual circumstances. You have demonstrated faith, kindness, and thoughtfulness through all of the challenges.

Whatever your futures hold, know this: God has allowed these events into your lives because He knows what lies ahead. Whatever skills you are gaining, whatever lessons you are learning in these hard times, you will use them in your lives. God is protecting you now because He is preparing you for a future that is in His hands. Never forget Jeremiah 29:11: “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.”

You have shown so much pride in your school, so much love for your classmates, and so much respect for your teachers! None of us will ever forget 2019-2020. Your leadership and example have made a difference.

Your legacy will remain for many years to come.

Margaret Picket,t School Director

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Evangel Classical Christian School 15 graduates 423 Thompson Road • Alabaster, AL 35244 345 students • Ranked the 17th best private school in Alabama

Mary Ashley Allen

LAURA GRACE VAUGHN Valedictorian

Merrit Nathaniel Pope

Isaac Cameron Derryberry

Emma Christine Popinski

Daniel Jim Fowler

Morgan Lorraine Schmitt

Nathaniel Bryant Horton

William Alexander Shelton

Joshua Garrett Palmer

Laura Grace Vaughn

Brayden Jackson Parker

Sydney Shea Watts

Peyton Tanner Parks

Class of 2020, Congratulations, ECCS Class of 2020, on a job well done!

We are so proud of the fine young men and women you have become.

This is both a nostalgic ending and an exhilarating new beginning—a time to reflect on all that you have accomplished, and a time to prepare for the challenges that lie ahead. Although we do not know what the future holds, we do know that the freedom of adulthood is nearly within your grasp and 16

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Katherine Reese Petersen

Lindsay Grace Culpepper

that the possibilities are endless.

More importantly, we know that no matter where you go or what you choose to do, Christ will be with you, leading you, strengthening you, and using you to build His kingdom. Live with an awareness of His presence.

Live Coram Deo! Be amazed at the good plan He has for your life. We love you and will be praying for you!

David Maginnis

Evangel Classical Christian Head of School

Evangel Christian School 139 graduates 423 Thompson Road • Alabaster, AL 35244 Lightning • This year’s senior class won 3 straight football championships

Brooks Bradford Allen

Tanner Lee English

Ryan Clayton Jones

Joy Elizabeth Reaves

Kenneth Blake Anders

Mary Lynn Ezell

Ashley Michelle Juneac

Rebecca Kaye Reeves

Claire Elise Baggett

Joseph Andrew Falgout

Hannah Katherine Keene

Rebecca Ann Remetich

Diani Vashti Bailey

Whitney Joy Fullman

Rebecca Lynne Key

Zachary Conner Rickles

Elane Sue Johnsey Barlow

Kelsey Elizabeth Gardner

Peter James Frederick Kirkland

Sarah Nicole Robinson

Noelle Reagan Barrows

Paige Ainsley Gardner

Cardamien Jabez Kirksey

Alyssia Lynn Ruiz

Lydia Anne Berry

Kayla Nicole Gibson

Solomon Lance Kissack

Saigely Lynn Sawtelle Sydney Anne Scarpulla

Tabitha Marie Berry

Mary Lynn Glasscock

James Evan Koch

Jacob Carroll Bradley

Jesse Elizabeth Gothard

Zoe Anne LaBreche

Noah William Shears

Luke Oliver Brock

Yura James Scott Gothard

Gavin ReeceLark

Hannah Marie Shelton

Brady Tate Brown

Joshua Michael Gould

Peyton James Lawrence

Karinne Elena Sisler

Christian Walker Busby

Cooper Lane Greer

Alyssa Grace Leipert

Xaveon Travez Smith Andrew Beck Stafford

Caleigh Anna Calvin

William Pierce Griffith

Jessup Dwight Lodge

Franklin Douglas Carder

Hannah HaiLi Hardin

Nicole Kathryn Mackey

Erin Taylor Stanley

Ryan James Carman

Michael Trey Hardin

Cannan Jeramy Mann

Macy Morrow Victoria Steele

Davionna Aniyah Chamblin

Cole Bradley Harmon

Morgan Cherie Massey

Thomas Curt Taunton

Jacob Ryan Cleckley

David Sullivan Hart

Tristen Aaron Massey

Joshua Michael Taylor

Jacqueline Mary Turner Cole

Payton Faith Hays

Emily Morgan Mauffray

Brianna Marie Thompson

Sarah Elizabeth Collins

Tyler Edwin Henderson

Akayla Jade Christine Mckinney

Savanna Grace Thompson James Wilkerson Underwood IV

Mackenzie Lynn Conner

Mark Carson Hendon

Charles Beale Meyer

Katie Grace Cunningham

Hudson Nichols Hobbs

Reagan Nicole Mills

Karis Elaine Varner

Jared Camden Davis

Keegan Matthew Holland

Carson James Monroe

Thomas Cooper Vowell Mary Charbonnet Ward

Anna Elizabeth Deerman

Anna Grace Hood

Chad Davis Moore Jr

Matthew Cade Dorough

CalebHolt Hopkins

Madilyn LaRae Moore

Tripp Allen Watkins

Sarah Katherine Dortch

Amelia Ruth Horton

Desiree Miranda Moulin

Makenzie Claire Watlington

George Taylor East

Joshua Matthew Howard

Ethan Michael Nelson

Kenneth Logan West

Mary Clayton East

Mary Savannah Howard

Jacob Ellis O’Neill

Jonathan Levi Williams Kaylan Margaret Williams

Parker Neil Eichler

Micah Joy Ingram

William Scott Parker

Adriana Dawn Eisenberg

Jacob Alan Jeffers

Lindsey Marie Perry

Darian Blais Willis

Blaine Aaron Ellis

Chloe Rose Jenness

Jackson Pelham Pontius

Peyton Mackenzie Yelverton

Renée Nicole Emmerson

Chase Michael Jones

Jahmad Keshaun Quillman

Charles Wesley Young

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Helena High School 313 graduates 1310 Hillsboro Parkway • Helena, AL 35080 Huskies • 1,281 students • Ranked the 16th best high school in Alabama

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Janey Ann Acton

Bridget Leigh Buffington

Everett Lee Dawson

Dominic Samuel Fuller

Thomas Edward Adair

Maxwell Timothy Burch

Jacob Connor Dees

Stanley Terrell Funches, Jr.

Jaycee Meagan Adams

Logan Alexander Burnett

Audrey Lee Deifenderfer

Blake Ray Garner

Alyssa Camille Adley

Connor Richard Burton

Wyatt Benjamin Devers

Robert Alan Garner, Jr. Savannah Jordan Garner

Luis Anthony Alcantara

Nicholas Rhett Butts

Kylee Marie Dewing

Muhammad Barraq Alqaza

Caleb Thornton Byers

Carmelina Ann Dichiara

Steven Jackson Gay

Craig Blake Anderson

Jayanna Alexis Cameron

Jack William Dickerson

Jillian Grace Gholson

Griffin Robert Anderson

Mallory Paige Carroll

Christopher William Diehl

Michael Grant Gholson

Alexander Lanier Angle

Caroline Grace Carter

Molly Rhea Dillahunty

Zachary Ryan Gillen

Torey Dion Ashley

Daunte Ice Cave

Luke Bradford Dixon

Trinity Dawn Glover

Chandlar Alexus Atkins

Collin Joe Cerwick

Bailey Wilton Doriety

Matthew Gonzalez Salazar

Tracey Cedella Bailey

Olivia Madison Chapman

Bowman Chrystian Downey

Cooper Arnold Goodwin

Maxwell Neil Ballard

Noah Samer Charif

Logan Michael Dramer

Zachary Alexander Goodwin

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Kelsi Christine Bargman

Blake Warren Childers

Olivia Ann Dufour

Alyssa Jade Gossett

Miranda Lynn Batchelor

Alexandra Bennett Chuang

Christopher Nathan Dunaway

Mariana Valeria Granados Ramirez

Owen Matthew Beagle

Haley Louise Coldren

Lauren Elizabeth Eads

Cayleigh Brooke Granger

Haleigh Renee’ Beard

Sarah Elizabeth Collins

Collin Ramsey Earley

Amy Claire Gray

Clayton Sloan Beech

Caroline Kelley Cook

Lydia Michelle Edwards

Cori Leigh Green William Carter Griffith

Racqueal Marie Bivins

Jeremiah Christopher Cope

Marina Paige Etheredge

Katelyn Dawn Blackmon

Madison Irene Corley

Abigail Leland Ford

Matthew Gudino

Thomas Edward Bolen

Jacob Thomas Cox

Rachel Grace Forrester

Benjamin Cole Gulledge

William Carter Borst

Davis Lillard Cummings

Andrew Walker Fortson

Quinton Jacob Guthrie

Jordan Anthony Boykin

Tillman Harold Dabbs

Cody Alexander Foster

Zachary Cole Haithcock

Ashlee Fayth Braswell

Garrison Tyler Darden

Jermya Alvon Foster

Joseph Michael Haley

Madelyn Grace Bright

Jillian Alexa Daugherty

Tanner Douglas Freels

Keri Elizabeth Hankins

Bailey Elizabeth Brophy

Madison Nicole Davenport

Gracie Jon Frost

Holly Larein Hanzich

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Helena High School Jonathan Ryan Hartly

Michaela Annalise Singer

William Lawrence Hawes

Amber Marie Sisson

Sarah Ann Haynes

Chase Alan Smith

Rylie Gwen Helberg

DeMarcus Jelani Smith

Traviyon Kortece Hendrix

Hanna Christine Smith

Tania Hernandez

Natalie Yvonne Smith

Gabrielle Anne Hervig

Robert Luke Stamba

Abigail Elizabeth Hess

Kaylyn Nicole Stringfellow James Hunter Sullivan

Samuel Linton Higginbotham ABIGAIL LELAND FORD Valedictorian

CHRISTIAN SCHILLECI VANZANT Valedictorian

Ryan Gregory Sumner

Brandy Nicole Hobson

Isaiah Anthony Maldonado

Jaheim DeAnthony Peak

Evelyn Christina Terry

Brooke Michelle Hopton-Jones

Logan Erik Maloney

Hunter Aaron Pennington

Hannah Elyse Tidwell

Jake Brian Albert Horn

Baylee Ellise Marek

Anna Leigh Peoples

Elijah Harris Tilton

Zachary Kyle Horton

Riley Dale Marks

Theran Chase Perry

Hudson Christopher Tinnell

Robin Kendell Hosey

Kaleb James Martin

Gabrielle Noel Pickett

Abigail Allen Traweek

Kameron O’Brian Crowder Houser

Cameron Porter Maxwell

Caden William Pierce

William Davis Traweek

Olivia Grace Hudson

Caleb Mark May

Alaina Mackenzie Pitts

Ethan Tyler Trimm

David Colson Huff II

Daryl Alexander May

Travis Joseph Porter

Nea Nichelle Reana Tripplett

Jabe Samuel Hildreth Dalton Michael Hillman Andy Thien Hoang

Davis Carmichael Syx Allison Joy Tanner

Alexandra Roselynn Hughes

Logan Daniel May

Zhanya Tanis Powell

KaLeigh Jordan Tucker

Kirsten Ayana Hughley

Justinian Othniel Mayo

Talon Reed Pritchard

Madelynn Grace Tuech

Jacob June Cade Hulsey

Dylan Tyler Mays

Lauren Jewell Pritchett

Cathryne Parker Vanderkamp

Davis Alexander Humphrey

Cassidy Elise Mazzola

Cole Christian Pugh

Christian Schilleci Vanzant

Jeremy William Hunter

Jace Brandon McBride

Tilyr Dayne Pugh

Claire Marie Vonderau

Callie Virginia Jackson

Samuel Brooks McCourt

Denisha Nicole Ramirez

Toren Marquell Wade

Hannah Christine Jackson

Riley Catherine McHugh

Joseph Michael Randall

Riley Nicole Wagar

Tyler Nicholas Jackson

Sarah Kaley McKenzie

Richard James Randall

Mallory Paige Ware

Jordan Darius James

Myles David Medeiros

Josiah Nirese Ransom

Adaia Dorieva Washington

Jakob Levi Johnson

Payton Elizabeth Medeiros

Zain Harrison Rashid

Jackson Luke Waters

Kelcey Mychel Johnson

Aliyah Merchant

John Miles Ratley

Jarvis Terrell Watkins

Brodie Lee Jones

Christopher Ryan Miller

Dawson Andrew Ray

Kellen Reed Watkins

Damian Tyler Jones

Joshua Andrew Miller

Samuel Joseph Regina

Anastasia Victoria Watters

Ervin Lee Jones

Jada Michelle Mims

LaDarrius Taiwan Rice IV

John Gaines Watts

Maddie Kae Jones

Jasmine Denise Mims

Watson Earl Piland Rice

Taelor Alyse Watts

Mechelle Taylor Princess Jones

Drake Lyon Minshew

Elijah Shane Richardson

Alexis Faith Webb

James Kyler Jordan

Adamari Miranda-Martinez

Alexandria Renee Ricketts

Ashley Jane Weidler

Megan Brooke Kallaher

Ian Thomas Moeller

Chloe Morgan Risch

Hayley Amber Weidler

Caleb Stanton Kelley

Kelsey Nicole Mooney

Samantha Marie Robinson

Jordan Aaron Wheeler

Jackson Warren Kelley

Leon Olanders Moore, Jr.

Kimiko Loraine Robison

Michael Garrett Wheeler

David Scott Key III

Michael Joseph Moran

William Evan Rogers

Torie Shea White

Colby Alan Kiley

Marisa Danielle Morris

Anna Grace Rosenow

Kiersten Savannah Widner

Mackenzie Marie Kirchler

Lauren Mackenzie Murphy

Benjamen Daniel Roy

John Calvin Wilburn III

Jacob Ascher Knight

Bailey Nicole Nahrgang

Antonio Roberto Ruiz

Peyton Lane Wilkins

Samuel Thomas Knight

Brandon Hong Nguyen

Caylee Lauren Rutland

Gary Jonathan Williams

Tucker Paul Knight

Sheamaya Edrielle Norfleet

Samuel David Santos

Madison Elaine Williams

Noel Johnson Koshy

William Othel North IV

Giavanna Rose Sarris

Shyla Alece Williams

Noah Chai Lagle

Megan Leigh Oakes

Robert Ashurst Saville

Noah Williamson

Lauren Olivia Lancaster

Ally Elise O’Dell

Abigail Gwynne Schifanella

Charles Earnest Wilson Christopher James Wilson

Malea Isabel Lane

Brooklyn Sade’ Oden

Katelyn Ann Schlotzhauer

Mary Katelyn Latham

Michelle Ortiz

Kierra Jo Schulz

Laura Gray Wilson

Trent Matthew LaVercombe

Darius Howard Owens

Alyssa Marie Scott

Ryan William Winston Jenna Catherine Winter

Ian Jackson Lee

Caitlin Nicole Pannell

Lauren Camille Scott

Eliana Grace Leonard

Cameron Ashley Pannell

Hope McKenzie Seitz

Connor Scott Wolf

Mingshu Grace Li

Alyssa Grace Parker

Lauren Kathleen Self

Mackenzie Shaye Wolf

Elise Caroline Lovoy

William Terney Parker

Anna Kathryn Sharp

Nicholas Alexander Wood

Lillian Jean Lowery

Reed Austin Parrish

Amber Renee Sides

Ryan Alexander Yates

Hannah Reese Macon

Jordan Rae Payne

Haley McCann Sides

Hannah Renea Zmyslowski

Colin Cameron Simpson

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Helena High School

Helena’s Tilton preparing for the next chapter

Many of Elijah Tilton’s favorite memories from his time at Helena High School involve the school’s theatre department.

“I have been very involved both onstage and backstage since my freshman year,” Tilton said. “Our most recent production, ‘Footloose,’ was my favorite, even though it did get cut short due to the Covid-19 pandemic. I was cast in the role of Willard Hewitt, who was probably my favorite character to portray. I also was the technical director and scene designer for the production. The atmosphere in the theater department is quirky and accepting and it was a place where I always felt at home.”

During his time at Helena High School, Tilton was a member of the National Honor Society; president of Honor Society; member of the National the National English Honor Society; member of the International Thespian Science Honor Society; member of the

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National Math Honor Society; member of the National History Honor Society; member of the National Technical Honor Society; member of the Helena Teen Council; he placed second in the state for Automotive Services Marketing in DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America); he received the Character in Action Award for Helena High School (2020); he received the spirit of Auburn presidential scholarship; he was part of the Shelby County Showcase (2020); he received a superior at District Trumbauer in the fall of 2015; he was part of the All-Star Cast at District Trumbauer 2018; he received best actor in a One Act at District Trumbauer 2019; and he received the best scene design at both District and State Trumbauer 2019 (both received a perfect score of 50/50).

Tilton said he really enjoys the subject

Helena High School of calculus because many of the problems are like puzzles and he likes to solve them.

“Calculus requires you to use many parts of math that you have learned through the years,” Tilton said. “Some problems may be complex, but the harder they are, the bigger the payoff when you get the right answer.”

Due to Tilton’s senior year being cut short thanks to the COVID-19 outbreak, he describes the ending to his senior year as “anticlimactic.”

“We were all looking forward to milestone events that occur during the peak of senior year like banquets, senior

prom, awards day, and graduation,” Tilton said. “Events were canceled and the graduation announcement came in an email. Twelve years of school ended in an instant, rather than over two or three months like we expected. Once it was confirmed that we would not be returning, I decided to keep myself busy by working for a landscaper. The work keeps me outside and active, while I prepare for the next chapter.”

Tilton said he will take the memory of his last day of high school on March 12 with him as moves forward to the next chapter of his life.

“It was the opening night of ‘Foot-

Dear Class of 2020, We are a special class—we always have been. Most of us were born around the time that the world was rocked by the major tragedy of 9/11 in 2001, and our country was changing rapidly when we were infants. And now, as we approach one of the largest milestones in our lives so far, our world is experiencing a pandemic, as if our lives are bookmarked with worldwide events. It breaks my heart to think about the things we are missing out on: senior prom, college decision day, awards ceremonies, a normal graduation, spring sports and senior nights, senior picnic, and even just signing one another’s yearbooks; however, if any group of students could handle these losses, it has always been us.

Since we started kindergarten in 2007, we have been different from any other group. We’ve seen unparalleled success in sports, produced the most honor graduates in the history of the school, led incredible theater productions, signed multiple athletes to competitive colleges, marched the band to high honors both on the stage and the field, seen individual seniors achieve some of the highest academic honors possible, and initiated traditions at Helena that will continue for years to come. It’s safe to say that a group as special as the Class of 2020 only comes around once every century, right?

So, though we are missing out on the end of our senior year, we should not forget the twelve years of memories we have to cherish.

Remember those field days in elementary school, when winning tug of war was the most highly respected accomplishment? And when career day was the most exciting day of the year? Then we moved up to the intermediate school together in third grade and spent our next three years focused on who would win four square, jackpot,

loose,’ and we were all excited,” Tilton said. “The show really came together for that first performance and we all left that night feeling proud of ourselves. Over the next few days, we learned that that was our last day of school for the year.

This is not how any of us thought senior year would end at Helena, but for myself and my fellow seniors in the cast, crew, and orchestra, we were fortunate to end our year on a high note.”

Tilton’s future plans are to attend Auburn University where he will study mechanical engineering.

Tilton is the son of Dana and Jesse Tilton.

and Beyblades competitions at recess. In 2013, we tackled the first year of middle school together. The idea of having multiple classes and a locker rocked our worlds in sixth grade, but three short years later we were the kings and queens of that school. Then, in August of 2016, we became high schoolers and began making some of the sweetest memories together. I will always fondly remember working together each year during homecoming week to win the spirit stick, coming together at every football game to support our classmates on the field, and cheering each other on in each of our accomplishments as we found our passions and gifts. Nothing will ever replace that special feeling of singing the alma mater with our arms around one another, and I am incredibly thankful for that. We should all be proud to be a part of this group that is leaving such a unique mark on Helena.

Going forward, some of us are headed to college, some taking a gap year, pursuing trade school, entering the workforce, or honoring our country by joining one of the armed forces, but going our separate ways will never take away our memories and our bond, just like this pandemic has not been able to bring us down.

Even more now than ever, I am confident that this class will find incredible success in our future. We are living through a time that will put us in the history books, and we are learning so much that will prepare us for our next steps in life- we will continue to make history.

So Class of 2020, let’s cherish every memory we’ve made together, nothing can take that away from us. The day we can all be together again will be the best memory yet.

Go Huskies always!

Allison Tanner,

SGA President

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Hope Christian School 88 graduates 419 Philippians Boulevard • Pelham, AL 35124 Eagles • 2,000 students • Have six valedictorians this year

MICHAEL COLEMAN Valedictorian

KEITH FLEISCHMANN Valedictorian

ALEXANDER SIDE Valedictorian

ANNA RUTH DORRIS Valedictorian

COLE MCGOUGH Valedictorian

Jesse Michael Allen

William Paget Foxhall

Ashton Junuh Paul

Cole Anh Armistead

Ashley Nicole Fry

Jordan Elizabeth Peebles Rachel Kayla Penn

Taylore Marie Bain

Tyler Shane Gentry

Joshua William Baize

Brian Gage Gilliland

Sally Kate Powell

Micah Christian Baker

Megan Celeste Goggins

Owen Connor Pressnell

Graham K. Barnett

Hannah Greenlaw

Traci Alexis Price

Madelyn Elizabeth Bates

David Sheldon Harris

Annalyn Wu Pritchett Gwendolyn Elizabeth

Hannah Faith Bice

Mary Anneliese Hill

Nathan Cole Bozeman

Wesley Howard Holsomback

Pritchett

Dorian Adara Brantley

Rebecca Claire Howard

Raymond O’Brian Rivera

Preston Gage Bullock

Carolyn Rose Hurtado

Madison Shae Roberts

Grayson Isaac Butts

Ashley Rebekah Ingram

Olivia Claire Sanders

John Alexander Campbell

Jacob Christopher Ingram

Jacob Luke Self

Sarah Abigail Childers

Christa Mechelle Johnson

Victor Alexander Sides

Avery Annabelle Clark

Janet Lee Allen Johnson

Sarah Felicity Sills

Gabriel Jeriah Coleman

Christina Grace Jones

Lauren Marie Smith

Michael B. Coleman

Samuel David Kirkpatrick

Rebekah Joy Smith

Wayne Thomas Conley

Paige Janelle Lavett

Brooke Isabella Claire Stoves

Avery Isabella Connell

Dalton Henry Leist

Elijah Stephen Syx

Heather Ann Culpepper

David Jay Ledingham

Stephen Isaak Thompson

William Kenneth Cvacho

Joshua Franklin Lovejoy

Dylan Sean Tompkins

Michaela Nicole Daniel

Christian Allen Liveoak

Megan Elise Vaughn

Katelyn Michelle Dates

Jordan Tucker Manning

Elizabeth K. L. Vaught

Austin Eugene Davis

Kyran Van Manning

William B. Wade

Isabelle Ann Davis

Hanna Lynn McCravy

Matthew David Waldrep

Anna Ruth Dorris

Donald Reese McGee

Grace Ann Williams

Noah S. Douglas

Cole Holly William McGough

Zachary Allen Williams

Caroline Roze Emory

Abbie Brooke Morrison

Kathryn Olivia Wortmann

Keith Henri Fleischmann

Brenden Sean Murray

Jason Cole Wynn

Anna Caroline Fogelgren

Michael Eldon Patrick

ANNA FOGELGREN Valedictorian

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Indian Springs School 74 graduates 190 Woodward Drive • Indian Springs, AL 35124 315 students • Ranked the best private high school in Alabama five years in a row

Ryan Aldaher

Deven Patel

Jonathan Raghav Arora

Daniel Kelley Perkins

Trey Asher Atkins

Sophie Caroline Reiff

Catherine Wells Baker

Jessica McKenzie Riha

Catherine Louis Belser

Miles Schiele Robinson

River Avalon Cardwell

Sabra Murrell Rogers

Frances Vivian Carraway

Finn Laurenz Schallenberg

Gilder Scout Carruthers

Thomas Parker Schell

Yiqing Cheng

Arthur John Balfour Slaughter JOHN DAVID LOTT HAWS Mayor

ARTHUR JOHN BALFOUR SLAUGHTER Mayor

Cathleen Rose Dawson

Catherine Cole Goodrich

Alek Raine Ledvina

Elizabeth Lawrence DePalma

Virginia Carwile Gray

Yichen Lu

Hampton Scott Terrell

Carson Alexander DeSocio

Andrew Frederick Hall

Jingru Lyu

Ethan Joseph Thomas

Catherine Edith Driscoll

John David Lott Haws

McClellan Dodd Maharrey

Maxime Alexandre Thompson

Ashton Eleanor Dudley

Benedikt Heine

John Noah Maloy

James Tyler Tozzi

Evan Martin Dunbar

Marleigh Alexandra Hill

Jorge Anton Maninang

Bryce James Trible Jack Henry Walley

Hunter Maxwell Crawford Hendrik Dahlmeier Matthew Lafayette Dale

Laura Anne Sovacool Benjamin George Standaert Ryan Wallace Standaert Forrest Clayton Terrell

Haden Colette Embry

Luke Meikai Hillegass

Benjamin William Mathis

Jacqueline Taylor Antonia Ferrari

Alexandra Grace Hodson

Grace Marie McCarty

Kexin Wang

Molly Sarah Frohsin

Rebecca Marie House

Alex M. McFadden

MaryElla Woolf

Giovanni Enrique Garza

Katherine Isabel Hutchinson

Aidan Wash Meador-Woodruff

Chenran Xu

Alice Hudson Goff

Zichao Jiang

Labdhi Yogesh Mehta

Ariana Dionne Young

Julia Rose Goldberg

Avary Lanier

Peyton Grace Miller

Run Yang Zhang

Dylan Le

Shauna Davy Moore

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Indian Springs School

Dear Class of 2020:

we are all going through this together.

I know you will survive this. I know you will learn important lessons from this experience. I know you will thrive in the coming years.

But I do have one concern, and that is that the final weeks of your senior year may, in your minds, overshadow what you accomplished and contributed to the life and work of Indian Springs School in the time leading up to the onset of the virus.

There is an old saying in the independent school world that as the year goes for the senior class, so it goes for the whole school.

That is because the leadership of the senior class sets the tone for the entire school. This has been a great year for Indian Springs School, and the leadership of the Class of 2020 has everything to do with that success. Hard work, intellectual curiosity, strong moral leadership, commitment to the School and the School’s values, healthy ambition—these and others are what you have provided the Indian Springs School community this year. And we have all benefitted from those qualities.

All of us here are proud of you. We salute you, we thank you, and we hope that as you reflect on your experience at Indian Springs School this year, you will remember all the good that you have contributed to the School.

With respect and gratitude,

You are no doubt familiar with the story of the religious woman who felt pressed by several urgencies in her life and prayed the following: “Lord, give me patience, please. And give it to me right now.”

This woman, like most of us perhaps, had long known the value of patience but had always thought it was a skill or mindset she could develop later. And then she found herself needing patience, immediately.

You may have made the same prayer in the last few weeks. The spread of COVID-19 has been rapid and virulent, but what it has wrought in your lives has been a dramatic slowdown, a radically different way of learning, and some significant losses.

Patience has been required. So too resilience. Creativity, as you have adjusted to a different way of learning and have found new ways of maintaining contact with your friends and extended family, which is essential to the human soul. Those new skills will hold you in good stead in the future, for this will not be the only time in your life when they will be required of you.

What you are experiencing now, what the world is experiencing now, is historic. In her column in the April 18 weekend edition of the Wall Street Journal, columnist Peggy Noonan wrote this line: “History doesn’t get any bigger than this.” Recognizing this context for what your life is like now may provide scarce solace, but there is truth to the sometimes glibly offered statement that Interim Head of School

Don North

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Montevallo High School 99 graduates 980 Oak Street • Montevallo, AL 35115 Bulldogs • 415 students • Holds a 91 percent graduation rate

Briley Hayden Adams

Daricus Antonio Iniguez

Brittany Aguirre-Garcia

Peter Austin Barrie Jackson Jr.

Asia Zane Prentice

Zachary Glen Alexander

Kaleb Scott Johns

Jorge Armando Ramos

James Lucas Popwell

Rankin Dayvon Allen

Hunter William Johnson

Hunter Chase Ramsey

Vanessa Michelle Avalos Villa

MyCaya Joysrie Jones

Chaniya LaShawn Reed

Margarita Isabel Ayala Monterroza

Tiana Gabriella Kennedy

Kenton Bryan Reedy

Carolina Angeles Berumen

Lindsey Loretta Carlee

Alejandro Rios Rodriguez

Naomi Jewel Blake

Valeria Victoria Kayleon Lamar

Savannah Taylor Rogers

Dylan Acie Brantley

Yordan Landaverde Santiago

Aldo Stiven Ronquillo-Calles

Avery Morgan Lawley

Jaylyn Victoria Maleya Seay

Xavier Juvon Bryant Orlando Ashon Burks Danubia Verenice Caceres Gonsalez

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ABIGAIL ELIZABETH HEUTON Valedictorian

Emili Lopez Lopez

Jay’Vion Tyrell Seay

Sarah Elizabeth Lowery

Carl Gregory Sellers Jonathan Austin Sharpe

Ever Steven Caceres Gonsalez

Bella Rose Fancher

Miranda Michelle Martin

Victoria Grace Carr

Bobby Lee Fancher

Alexander Diego Martinez

Robert Baxley Shores

Jamarius Keyun Carter

Jazmine Nicole Fitts

Wilson Hugh Massey

Aniesjha Kayevonne Silas

Heriberto Casildo Garcia

Nathaniel Forrest Boothe

Jaylon Isaiah McKenzie

EmilyAnne Faye Smith

Edward Grant Cordes

Jeffery Wayne Gaiters

Chloe Grace McKinney

Erelixa Soberano Hernandez

Melvin Levelle Craig III

Davion Ryan Gilbert

Logan M. McLaurin

Ja’Brian Tyrez Sullens

Trisstain Elijah Craig

Shanteria La’Nea Gilbert

Zakia NyAsia McMillian

Tamyajah D’Torri Sullens

James Blake Cummings

Shakerial DeJornae’ Goins

Joseph William Mims

Tanijiah Sharnae Sumerlin

Makayla Lanette Cummings

Victor Manuel Guardado

Aubrey Danielle Moreland

Anna Louise Thompson

Samantha LeeAnn Dewell

Isa Salaam Harris

Denise Juliette Ocampo Martinez

Ta’vicia Dawan Tutt

Kinley Hope Edwards

Jemari Marquis Harris

Wilmarie Oquendo De Jesus

Ulises Alejandro Valencia Rivera

Taylor Nicole Edwards

Abigail Elizabeth Heuton

Trenton Ray Page

Bradyn Charles Douglas Wells

Wendy Janeth Escalante

Jonathan Wade Hill

Delbra Denise Peoples

Ja’quel Marquis Williams

Larry Kreig Estrada Montoya

Polly Nicole Holsomback

Selena Perez Perez

Brandon Scott Yancy

DonAnglo Lee Evans

Ashlyn Denise Horton

Niesha Renee Piper

Sammy Zou

Thaddeus Jerome Evans Jr.

Malik De’Ontrell Inabinette

Savannah Grace Polk

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Montevallo High School

To the class of 2020, I truly do not know where to begin. To say this school year has been a whirlwind is families, but you have shown tremendous an understatement. We have endured sevcourage and tenacity that has positively eral hardships with the loss of classmates impacted the lives of peers, teachers, adand challenges associated with the COministrators, and community members.

VID-19 pandemic.

I pray you will continue to be an inspiraNo doubt, you all have faced a tremention to everyone around you. Congratuladous amount of adversity. During the days tions to the Class of 2020! Go Dawgs! of heartache, it amazed me how well you “You cannot go back and change the supported each other and the grieving beginning, but you can start where you are families. In addition, how well you adapted and change the ending.” to the new e-learning platforms and exhibit such perseverance –C.S Lewis through this COVID-19 ordeal is nothing less than remarkable.

I realize this is not the senior year you had imagined; however, it will be one nobody will forget. I have stated this many times Montevallo High School throughout the school year, but I want to reiterate my gratitude Principal for each one of you. You have not only been strong for your

Steve F. Bromley

Small town, school make big impact on Heuton Montevallo High School senior Abigail Heuton said the small community of her town has had a great impact on her life.

“I have made close friends and have loved being at a small school where it feels like a second home,” Heuton said. “I didn’t know moving to a small town in Alabama would have such a positive impact on my life.”

During her time at Montevallo, Heuton was elected as the junior mayor/president of the Montevallo Junior City Council, which she describes as one of her biggest accomplishments. She also represented MHS at Alabama Girls State and at Youth Leadership Shelby County.

Heuton said her English classes, especially AP literature, were some she really enjoyed.

“I had the opportunity to engage in discussions with my teacher and classmates,” Heuton said. “We always had fun debating and discussing books and papers. Without certain teachers it definitely wouldn’t have made the class

as enjoyable.”

While Heuton admits she was disappointed and sad about missing many big moments during her senior year, she has tried to have a positive outlook on the whole experience.

“I have been able to stay in contact with people more because of zoom and social media and have also taken this time to slow down and rest,” Heuton said. “Hopefully, after all this is all over I will be able to get together with everyone and say our goodbyes in person.”

Heuton said one memory she will take away with her from high school is one involving her closest friends.

“After school one day me and two of my closest friends decided to hang out in the parking lot listening to music and teaching each other dance moves,” Heuton said.

“While it sounds very cheesy, it was a lot of fun and I’m sure if anyone saw us they were very confused as to what we were doing.”

Heuton is still in the process of making her final decisions between going to Belmont University, Auburn or the option of taking a gap year after graduation.

Heuton is the daughter of Paul and Mary Ellen Heuton and sister to Sarah.

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Oak Mountain High School 326 graduates 5476 Caldwell Mill Road • Birmingham, AL 35242 Eagles • 1,572 students • The No. 9 high school in the state and No. 1 in Shelby County

Dear Class of 2020, Well, it feels strange to say it, but this is it. It’s been a wild ride, Class of 2020, and neither of us would have dreamed of sharing it with anyone else. We’ve been through a lot over the years, good and bad alike. We were the only class to have an extra math class instead of advisory back in sixth grade—remember that? And the last class to be taught by Mrs. Golliver, with her Jolly Ranchers and literary projectiles and that inflatable mountain. We were the first class to have SOAR60 all four years, and we were the class of 9 National Merit Semifinalists. Most recently, we were the first class to send a basketball team to the Final Four. Now we’re the class that has to graduate in the midst of all this madness, the class that had the end of our senior year and everything that comes with it—prom, banquets, award ceremonies, probably a trip or two, graduation itself, all of it—snatched away from us, as if we were marathon runners pulled out of the race just as the finish line came into sight. But, as awful and unfair as that is—we did it, you guys. We made it. We’re done. Our class’s journey has been a roller coaster, full of the highest highs and lowest lows, but, like all things in life, we’ve made it special by facing it together. Each of us have had our own struggles and our own triumphs, but it is exactly our vibrant individuality that makes this class great. We are truly greater than the sum of our parts, each a distinct, colorful tile in the mosaic of our relationships

and experiences at OMHS. To the athletes who brought us together in school spirit and gave us something to rally around, thank you.

To the choir and theater kids that made our talent shows and plays and musicals so special, thank you.

To the band that kept us entertained at every football game, pep rally, and Homecoming Parade, thank you.

To the Student Government officers that represented our interests and made sure everyone’s voice was heard, thank you.

And to every single one of you, thank you for the years of friendship and encouragement you’ve shared. Thank you for the blood, sweat, and tears you’ve poured into Oak Mountain since day one.

Thank you for everything. We’re going to miss you so much.

Finally, we want to thank all the teachers whose classrooms we’ve been lucky enough to call home over the years. You have supported, reassured, and cheered on so many students, helping us in ways you don’t even know, and none of us would be where we are now without you. We know we speak for everyone when we say thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for everything you do. And thank you from the two of us especially, for teaching us not only to learn, but to love learning.

From your valedictorians,

Matthew Bray and Elizabeth Camp GRADUATION 2020

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Oak Mountain High School Olivia Lee Abernethy

Madison Leigh Davis

Caleb Christopher Acton

Taynara Gabrielly DeMelo

Minseong Ahn

Mia Kelly Debeljuh

Madeline Riley Allen

JamesJoppe DeBoer Jr.

Quinterrace DeSean Alls

Erin Brooke Denenberg

Mandrell Rasheed Amos

Harrison Cole Dimick

Sahithi Athan

Holden McCaleb Dodson

Zoё Nicole Atkinson

Darian Lee Dollar

Gerald Deliciamore Austin III

Haley Megan Downey

Halle Grace Austin Zachary Thomas Bailey Landin Alexander Barnes

ELIZABETH CAMP Valedictorian

MATTHEW BRAY Valedictorian

Kathryn Cecelia Branum

Mya Elizabeth Childress

Annie Grace Dunn

Lukas Clifton Barnett

Matthew Lee Bray

Camon Reed Clark

Jackson Taylor Durant

Grason Emmanuel Dante Barrie

Christopher Louis Brignet

Shannon Dixie-Mae Clark

Connor Ashton Martin Dyar

Daniel Alexander Barrington

Aaron Jarmon Brooks

Graham Martin Cline

Hannah Renee Edwards

Ashton Tate Barron

Abigail Elizabeth Brown

Cassidy Brooke Cody

Jessica Adrianne Egan

Maggie Renee Beard

Benjamin Cullinan Buckley

Catie Elizabeth Coleman

Charles Riley Eggers Richard Matthew Fabian

Evie Tyson Bell

Blake Monroe Buckner

Kayla LaTrice Coleman

Jonathan Elijah Bennett

Kyle Thomas Burke

Luis Angel Colin Rivas

Kimberly Nicole Farley

Steven Edward Besch III

Caroline Pepper Callahan

Tayler Aieyannah Jahan Collier

John Connor Hall Farmer

Leyton Joseph Bice

Elizabeth Marie Camp

Adrienne Rebecca Cooley

Hannah Catherine Faulkner

Alexander Christopher Bladon

Amyia Reneé Campbell

Brantlee Caroline Cooper

Mackenzie Tatum Faulkner

Grayson Campbell Blair

Grace Elizabeth Campbell

Bradley King Cox

Joshua Caleb Ferguson Eleanor Elizabeth Findley

Nylah Nicole Bluiett

Hallie Jane Campbell

Kobe Jawan Craft

Justin John Boackle

Parker Sullivan Campbell

Sarah Renae Crews

Rylee Kate Fixler Eli Harrison Fizer

Robert Jacob Booth

Griffin Rawls Cannon

Kayla Alease Crockett

Ashlyn Davis Boyd

Madalyn Ann Carbonie

Vanessa Cunningham

Isabel Grace Fizer

Autumn Simoné Bradford

Alejandra Chavez Gutierrez

Evey Pauline D’Amico

Thomas Cole Forbes

Griffin Dale Brantley

Brandon Alexander Chaviano

Dzhestis Darko

Katelyn Alexandra Frey

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Oak Mountain High School Neil Edward Furman

Winn Michael Jones

Mayuko Noji

Stephen Javier Skelton

Jair Gachuz Lopez

Braden Michael Jorgensen

Tyler Burke Noland

Jana Grace Smallwood

Elena Kathryn Gagliano

Connor Ross Judson

Chandler Bayne Norman

Andrew Cole Smith

Savannah Madison Garrett

Leah Claire Keith

Kathryn Grace Norton

Anna Margaret Smith

Grace Clark Garrison

Hannah Monteen Kelley

Nallely Nunez

Madison Leigh Smith

Jacob Meyer Goldfon

Daniel Underwood Kendrick

Viridiana Nunez Gutierrez

Ta’Niyah Shuntrice Smith

Benjamin Luke Gordon

John Greyson Kennemur

Riley Zane O’Neal

Kristopher Clay Snelling

William Taft Gordon III

Harrison Daniel Kinsey

Joshua Clark Ogle

Halla Nicole Stallworth

Lauren Gabrielle Gordon

Benjamin Michael Kolar

Josephine Rae Ohlson

JordanCornell Stanford

Katherine Michelle Gray

Chandler Adam Kutchak

Jacob Oren Oliver

Sydney Elizabeth Stewart

Emelia Grace Green

Avery Elisabeth Land

Thomas James Otts

Brandon Lane Stiffler

Nicholas Gregory Griffin

Connor Ryan Lee

Mya Nakia Owens

Sydney Grace Strommen

Patrick Dain Guffey

Eugene Lee

Charles Andrew Padgett

James Russell Strong

Megginson Tilly Gwaltney

Katherine Riley Lehman

William Zachary Paisley

Margaret Grace Stroup

Zachary Joseph Hagedorn

Connor Andrew Leopard

Mary Elizabeth Parmer

Suleiman Mahmoud Suleiman

Austin Brandt Hall

Christian Kincaid Lester

Madison Mallory Pastor

Emon Latre Sullivan

Ryan Patrick Hall

David Alexander Lewis

Brian Lamar Patton III

Isabel Kate Sullivan

Bailey William Harkins

Jack Taylor Lin

Claire Elizabeth Patton

Grant Hyatt Sutton

Lauryn Camille Harris

Gideon Luke Lombardo

Raylee Nora Patton

Aiden Thomas Taylor

Kirsten PierceHassinger

Emanueli Grace Long

Jacob Alexander Payne

James Daniel Taylor II

Cade Allen Michael Hawkins

Luke Christopher Love

Gemma Pena Ruiz

Madaline Rose Taylor

Colby Allen Hawkins

Alyssa Marie Lukich

Keeley Shea Percer

Morgan Alana Terry

Christopher Michael Hearn

Angela Anh Thu Ly

Kyle Denton Percer

Brandon Keith Thomas William Russell Throckmorton

Jacob Everest Heidrich

John Patrick Lyons Jr.

Davis Paul Perry

Jack Edward Henderson

Kylie Alexandria Madison

Gabriel Vincent Petix

Emily Nicole Tice

Jasmin Hernandez-Alamillo

Mark StephenRiley Manning

William Phillip Pfaffman IV

Sullivan Lee Tipton

Harrison Maxwell Herrin

Lucy Livingston Mansfield

Esther Gia Linh Pham

Rilyn Gabrielle Todd

Colin Robert Herring

Santiago Martinez

Kathryn Sellers Philpott

Mary Abigail Tracy

Griffin Wells Herring

Yesly Litzi Martinez Vasquez

Lynda Emiline Philpott

Lee Tran

EmmaGrace Hice

Tyler Scott Mattox

Andrea Beverly-Irene Pitman

Annalise Noelle Tucker William Campbell Tullis

Connor Mason Hill

Luke Thomas May

Abrianna Jade Porco

Anna Caitlyn Hilley

Maryanna Michelle Mays

Peter William Rauterkus

Taylor Brianna Turner

Elaina Rose Hilton

Gregory Walton McCallum

Lilliana Isabel Regan

Ariane Grace Valentine Abbie Leigh Vandrell

Cheyenne Taylor Hoffman

Carson Sean McClain

Tiffany Isabella Register

Ashleigh Lauren Hogan

Lydia Kathryn McElderry

Joseph Christopher Renfro

Griffin Shaw Vest

Eleanor Frances Hogan

Jaqeh Zhuri Kabe McFadden

Jorge Luis Resto-Meaux

Alyce Michele Voisin

Devin Santwan Holden

Brandon Alexander McGee

Danielle Brooke Retief

Jalil Anthony Zaire Walker

Abbie Katherine Holderfield

Andrew Freeman McGhee

Jonah Alexander Rice

Analyse Macon Wallock

Zachary Wesley Hollington

Matthew Chase McPherson

Cole Alexander Rierson

Chloe Patricia Watkins

Anna Rose Holsomback

America Chammuel Mena

Michael Ammon Ripley

Rhema Princess Zion Webb

Emma Ruth Holsomback

Olivia Katherine Miller

Caleb Vincent Rivers

Ryan Alexander Webb

Camden Brooks Holsombeck

Paul Lewis Miller Jr.

Jacob Aldine Rivers

Myles Askhat Wergin

Wren Elizabeth Horstmann

Seth Alexander Miller

Andrew James Roberts

Samuel Dayton West

Chloe Elizabeth Hughes

Michael Paul Mitchell Jr.

Emily Catherine Roberts

Cameron Jaquan Whitlow

Elisha Daniel Hughes

Evelyn Monroy-Ramirez

Ryan Neal Rohrbaugh

Kyrstin Elizabeth Faith Williams

Corey Eugene Hunter

Connor Alan Moore

Garrett Phillips Roskam

Jeremy Ray Williamson

Jakob James Hutchison

Dylan Thomas Moore

Aden Edward Rusch

Taylor Lynn Williamson

Immanuel Woiwoi Jallah

Ryan Christopher Moore

Chiraag Samal

Tyler Lizabeth Wilton

Daniel Ryan Jennings

Annamarye Ruth Morgan

Andres Gael Sanchez Mendoza

Gabriella Allora Winn Ryan Andrew Winters

Lyle Isaac Jensen

Jameka Rayshun Mosley

William Jenson Sawyer

Colton Riley Johnson

Benjamin Scott Moyer

Joshua Reid Scherer

Julia Miranda Wolter

Daviun Brooks Johnson

Lillian Riley Murphree

Cannon Lewis Schuessler

Savannah Makinzie Wood Justice Marshay Woodward

Joseph Samuel Johnson

Reagan Elizabeth Myers

Skylar Michelle Seeley

Reese Elizabeth Johnson

Kathryn Dorothy Ellen Nabors

Coleman John Sester

Lillian Amanda Yeatman

Sean Michael Johnson

Zane Jordan Nelson

Hunter Brooks Shackelford

Christopher Allen Young

Carlie June Jones

Quynh Manh Nguyen

Bailey Nixon Shin

Caleb Nidal Yousif

Kayla Jaynea Jones

Abigail Lynn Nicholson

Grace Lillian Shirley

Rebecca Coury Zaharko

Reynolds Moore Jones III

Corry Chase Nicholson

Jordan Denise Sims

Charlene Chin-Jie Zhao

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Studying the past to be prepared for the future

Oak Mountain High School senior Evie Bell spent a lot of her time in high school running with her friends and teammates at cross country and track practices and meets.

“Some of my favorite memories also include watching my dad coach the football team on Friday nights, early morning study crams with my friends before school, the trips down to the state outdoor track meet with the team, and staring at my friends with confusion when we both don’t understand what is going on in class,” Bell said.

During her time in high school, Bell said some of her proudest accomplishments consisted of making some of the best friends she could ask for.

“The hope is that I was able to leave a positive impact, and being able to take with me the life advice that I have learned over my four years at Oak Mountain,” she said.

Bell said her favorite subject is U.S. and World history because there is a lot to learn from past situations and decisions.

“What we learn can help us with how we handle the future,” Bell said.

When senior year was cut short due

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The hope is that I was able to leave a positive impact, and being able to take with me the life advice that I have learned over my four years at Oak Mountain.

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said she has received was that knowledge is the accumulation of information, and wisdom is putting the knowledge into use.

Some things Bell will miss about her time in high school include “just about every day my friends and I eat lunch in our old AP U.S. History teacher’s classroom,” Bell said. to the COVID-19 outbreak, Bell said she “We’ve spent our lunchtime there for was “extremely disappointed.” about the last three years. We always had “We aren’t going to be able to do many a good time laughing and having interof the senior activities that we had been esting discussions. Our teacher always looking forward to all these years,” Bell welcomed us, and we were always able said. “After my initial reaction, I was able to relax and have fun on our break from to move on and try to make the best of the day.” a situation. There really isn’t any point Bell plans to attend the U.S. Military to be upset about something you have no Academy at West Point over the next control over, so you have to move on and four years and then will be commiscontinue to make the most of it. Life goes sioned into the Army as a 2nd lieutenant. on.”

Bell is the daughter of Cris and Kim One of the best pieces of advice Bell Bell.

Congratulations Oak Mountain Class of 2020!

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Pelham High School 211 graduates 2500 Panther Circle • Pelham, AL 35124 Panthers • 945 students • Holds a graduation rate of 93 percent

Pelham High School Class of 2020, When spring arrives, I always begin to think about the theme of my graduation speech. I look for inspiration in every book, sermon, social media post, and anything else that I read and hear. It becomes a bit of an obsession and is really quite stressful to consider what to say to over two hundred young people embarking on their adult lives. Little did I know two months ago when I began jotting down ideas for the commencement speech that nothing I wrote down would apply after all that we, and especially you, went through these last few weeks. My task to address you now became exponentially more difficult because what do you say to students who missed out on so many experiences and had their senior year cut off so abruptly?

I say to you, seniors, to move forward purposefully and not dwell on the short hand you were dealt. Don’t let being a member of the Class of 2020 define you as a victim of circumstance, but rather let this experience shape you into a better person. Life is full of hardships and unfortunately you learned that lesson early. However, not

so long ago we all marveled at the uniqueness of graduating in 2020; to begin real life at the start of a new decade and new opportunities. Those qualities still exist and now you are even better equipped to take on what is ahead because you are strengthened by adversity, more appreciative of the good times, and possess resilience and perseverance taught not only by the pandemic experience, but also by the teachers, coaches, and staff of Pelham High.

So, seniors, congratulations to all of you. Each of you has every right to be proud of all that you have learned and accomplished.

I wish you all the best wherever life takes you, Class of 2020. We are proud of you, and we miss you, but let me remind you - you have a responsibility to us, a responsibility that goes beyond graduation—YOU ARE A PELHAM PANTHER and because of your hard work, the hard work of your teachers and coaches, and the ultimate meaning behind “The Pelham Way,” you can be extremely proud of yourselves and celebrate your accomplishments! Congratulations!

Dr. Amanda Wilbanks Principal GRADUATION 2020

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Long knows to only worry about what she can control Pelham High School senior Erin Long recalls winning the state championship with her volleyball team her sophomore year as one of her favorite moments from high school.

“Our team that year had great leaders and chemistry on and off the court, which made for an awesome season that was so much fun,” Long said. “Another one of my favorite memories from Pelham would have to be Friday night lights at Ned Bearden Stadium or cheering on the basketball team in Jo Flo’s Jungle. Just supporting the school and being able to hang out with my friends made for some great memories.”

Long was part of two state championship teams, one volleyball and one track, and also helped the school claim seven state runner-up trophies for track. I was a state champion in javelin and was the Birmingham Female Athlete of the Year in 2018.

Long was also named the class of 2020 valedictorian.

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Long said her favorite subject is science, specifically anatomy.

“I found the material very interesting and had an awesome teacher who made the class enjoyable,” Long said.

Long describes having part of her senior cut short due to the COVID-19 virus as broken hearted.

“When they first made the announcement that schools would not open back up, thinking about all of the fun experiences we’d be missing out on such as senior field day, luncheon and prom,” Long said.

A piece of advice Long has appreciated came from her volleyball coach Perry Robinson, who always told her to control what she can control.

“He understood that I was always my own worst critic and tended to stress too often,” Long said. “I have been able to use this advice in all aspects of my life, and it really came into play my senior year, a time when I had to make a lot of important decisions.”

Long plans to attend Samford University on a track and field scholarship.

She has plans to possibly pursue something in the medical field.

Long is the daughter of Brian and Leslie Long. She is the sister of John-Michael and Emorie Long.

Pelham High School Samantha Nichole Abbott

Macie Grace Jones

Emily Grace Pizzitola

Christopher Matthew Adams

Megan Nicole Kamholtz

Matthew Isaiah Plummer

Danielle Elizabeth Adams

Rexanna Troi Kellett

Luke Christian Poore

Nicole Angelica Alcaino Criado

Michael Clay Kepler

Maxwell Allen Poynter

Marcelino Alcantara Contreras

Kiya Jacque’s King

Grayson Cole Redford

David Duncan Aldrich

Lindsey Denise King

Joshua David Rehovsky

Carla De Jesus Aleman

Lewis Wesley Kitchens

Madeleine Elise Rein

Ashley Caitlin Anderson

Christopher Channing Knox

Alex Bryan Reyes Jimenez

Joshua Alexander Lacey

Katelyn Elizabeth Richards

Jason Emanuel Arceo Bianca Vanessa Arceo Orozco Juan Carlos Arroyo Calvillo Logan Michael Atkins Amber Nicole Bacon

ERIN LEIGH LONG Valedictorian

Jaden Chardarnae Lafayette

Erin Rebecca Riley

Xavier McClain Lankford

Nathan Patrick Riley

Amber Rose Lettrich

Guadalupe Rios Garcia

Kaitlyn Michelle Gailey

Madison Lee Lewis

Andrew Jamar Robinson

Mandy Leigh Barnett

Fernando Garcia Esquivel

Erin Leigh Long

Martin Rodriguez-Marquez

James Briton Bass

Jose Guadalupe Garcia Soto

Luis Angel Lopez Garcia

Nathan Timothy Rottier

Grayson Micah Bell

Gabrielle Lee Germek

Maydi Lopez Garcia

Julie Anne Royal

Marcus Reginald Bell

Caitlin Briana Gibson

Spencer Davis Lott

Tanya V Ruimin

Daniel Benavides Gutierrez

Thomas Christopher Gifford

Carmen Alexis Love

Marlen Saavedra Chavez

Sarah Elizabeth Bonham

Cory Kaleookalani Glover

Yareli Luna Riojas

Nory Yasmin Sales Guardado

Anna Laura Boutwell

Madison Bartee Goatley

Kevin Antonio Luna Rodriguez

John William Segars

Jackson Garrett Brooks

Tyler Paul Gogan

Joshua Steven Madson

Jordan Elizabeth Lee Shapach

Bella Rose Brown

Benjamin James Goguen

Joshua Collier Manley

Katelyn Chrisa Shields

Hallie Kerrigan Burnett

Tyler Aaron Golden

Alexis Briana Marbury

D’asia Aisha Shoemaker Jasey Star Sibert

Madison Anne Bussey

Alania Marie Gomez

Josseline Marquez-Grado

Jeanie Lynne Cabaniss

America Gonzalez

Amayrany Dayanna Martinez Arceo

Denise Sierra

Benjamin Allen Calvert

Estefania Gonzalez-Duarte

Peter Gyan Marvin

Eli Douglas Slay Lawrence Mathison Smallwood

Karola Michelle Cerrato Bonilla

Devani Yatsiri Grado Lopez

Madison Bailey Maxwell

Kennedy Grace Davis Chambers

Peyton Briley Gray

Athena Bianca McClellan

Kylie Christine Snyder

Fidel Junior Chavez

Bailey Hope Green

Michael Cameron McGaughy

William Franklin Squires

Ryan Valentine Clemente

Matthew Christian Hagberg

Nevaeh Jomae McIntyre

Noah Alexander Stephens

Jesse Elizabeth Clopton

Liam James Hagedorn

Eleanor Christine McPhearson

Ansley Grace Stovall

Chad Ramone Coachman

Haley Irene Hamner

Herandy Junen Medrano-Cortes

Gavin James Taylor

Riley Anna Coston

Elise Marie Hansen

Juan Carlos Mendoza de la Cruz

Jayden Patrick Taylor

Langston Brooks Cotton

Xavien Lamar Harris

Elizabeth Michelle Minas

Alexis Chyenne Thompson

Allie Renee Crocker

Kennedy Denise Hawkins

Meriam Momand

Paul Michael Thompson

Crystill Angelique Crockett

Robert Aaron Hawks

Cody Allen Monday

Christopher Michael Todd

Maria De Los Angeles Cruz Castillo

Aleah Rose Hayes

Emalee Elizabeth Monday

Alexis Saul Toral Ruiz

Maria Fernanda Cruz Castillo

Isabella Michelle Heape

Arleth Lizet Mondragon Quintana

Roberto Angel Torres

Oscar Alfredo Cruz Castillo

Holly Leigh Ann Helms

Trey Ashton Moore

Marco Antonio Julian Torres Prado

Miguel Roland Margarito Davalos

Alexis Hernandez

Jenna Lynn Morton

Paola Elizabeth Tutila Herrera

Layla Alexandra Davis

Gema Itzayana Paredes Hernandez

Jody Lee Morton

Preston James Van Kleeck

Daniel Dekle

Michelle Yanira Hernandez Garcia

Jared Alexander Munn

Francisco Jovany Velazquez Arceo

Deysi Yessenia Delgado Castillo

Austin Bryce Hill

Corrian Renee Murphy

Jackson Chase Wallace

Emily Grace Dodson

Benjamin Scott Hill

Alyssia Nycole Nelson

Matthew McCrorie Walton

Cody Michael Duchock

Jaylan Ja’Quan Hill

Tamia De’Shonna Nelson

Madison Grace Ward

Philip Kent Duke

Bailey Alexander Hogan

Eden Thi Nguyen

Addison Lynn Watts

Amanda Rose Dunlap

Claudia Vanessa Holguin Grado

Harper Elisabeth Jun North

Lauren Elise Watts

Amelia Dianne Dunlap

Jasmin Aleah Holmes

Kristina Scout Owen

Dain Allman Wehby

Shane Arthur Edinger

Hope Lauren Hooper

Kaytlinn Marie Parker

Katelyn Rose Weldon

Allison Grace Ehrhart

Tai’veyontez Avant Houston

Fatima Patricio Sostenes

Kaitlyn Nicole Wester

Dominic Anthony Fanella

Sandra Melisa Hurtado Garcia

Marqis D’andre Bernard Peek

Anna Lynn Wilkes

Eric Alejandro Farias Mendez

Jose Guadalupe Jacobo Hernandez

Anthony Estrada Perez

Tyler James Zuiderhoek

Cody Shawn Ferguson

Alexis Nicole Jefferson

Jennie Deloris Pettus

Anna Grace Finnerty

Kyah Jahna’ Jeter

Connor Adam Pickar

Itzayana Melissa Flores Dominguez

Alexandra Elizabeth Johnson

April Leigh Sampson Piennolli

Hazel Flores Molina

Garrett Zane Johnson

Jonathan Mauricio Pineda Andrade

Jack William Fox

Zachary Kyle Johnson

Lauren Ashlyn Pittman

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Dear Class of Covid-19: Embrace your Lemons Pelham Panthers, I understand that we feel as if we’ve been stripped of a rite of passage: the final quarter of senior year. It was supposed to be the most memorable experiences of our entire high school career. People attempt to comfort us with words. “Oh but your class will go down in history” and “Just think about how you’ll never forget your senior year”. Words that I used to think were insensitive, because we would trade being remembered for a chance to make our own memories. Senior luncheon, senior field day, senior prank, senior awards, prom, for some it was one final sport season, and most importantly a chance to walk across the stage at graduation. But in this dispiriting time, the Class of 2020 has found a way to prevail. So, I will now gladly accept the title of the Class that “will go down in history”, but not for the expected reasons. Not because our senior year was cut short by a global crisis. Not because we might have missed out on the exciting experiences that senior year entails. But because life handed our Class, what some might call, a fairly rotten batch of lemons, and we still managed to make lemonade. Because we found a way to come together and enjoy the time we had left, whether with drive by celebrations or zoom calls with classmates. Because we are a Class that learned to appreciate what we have, and to not take time with people we love for granted. Because we will be a class defined by our resiliency. Defined by the dedicated teachers who adapted to a new way of doing their job. Our Class will go down in history because we found a way to graduate in the midst of a pandemic. We found new hobbies and spent much needed quality time with our family (we may or may not be reaching a limit at this point but that’s beside the point). We found a way to make our last weeks of senior year enjoyable in considerably unconventional ways, despite those rotten lemons that we were dealt. Make the best of every situation you find yourself in, because you can create your own happiness. That is my encouragement to you, Class of 2020, embrace your lemons. And remember, once a Pelham Panther, always a Panther!

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We found a way to come together and enjoy the time we had left, whether with drive by celebrations or zoom calls with classmates.

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Go Ham Forever,

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Shelby County High School 112 graduates 101 Washington Street • Columbiana, AL 35051 Wildcats • 546 students • Ranked the 66th best high school in Alabama

Cory Allen Abbott

Chandler Lee Horton

Ralph Clay Aderholt

Mattie Carol Howell

Garcia Arely Rangel

Lyndi Michelle Allen

Isabella Nicole Hyatt

JaMyia Briana Riggins

Rhianna Kelcey Anderson

Melissa Faith Hyde

Katlyn Leona Robinson

Julian Alexander Bailey

Tylen Juanye Jackson

Michael Lamar Rollan

Larz Garrett Balfanz

Morgan Elizabeth Jeffries

Daniela Quintana Romero

Emma Elizabeth Bentley

Collin Davis Jennings

Pricila Quintana Romero

Andrew Michael Benton

Jerry Adam Jones

Rebecca Hope Rush

Jace Tanner Biven

Max Ethan Kearley

Sarah Lorraine Sanchez

Jewel Cheyenne Blevins Sarah Nicole Bosshart Ethan Edward Carter Christopher Sanchez Castillo Kelsey Elizabeth Chandler Carlee Alyn Chappell Emilie Grace Chapple Crystal Michelle Childress Peri Noelle Clark Ryan Taylor Cole Kaelee Lane Connell Jenna Kate Cooper Alexandria Taylor Cope Aaliyah Renea Cotton Annika Leigh Crabtree Joseph Christian Creekmore Matthew Hunter Crittenden Kayla Maria Cunningham Kentrail Markis Cunningham Allan George Davis Christoph Deer Lenzy Duran-Iniguez

NOAH BRADLEY HARPER Valedictorian

Mendoza Gladys Figueroa Pablo Flores-Sanchez Emelyn Mazinah Franklin Summer Sky Gallups Esteban Isaiah Garcia Molly Elizabeth Gay Madison Joyce Glass Ericsson Deshun Goodman Cova Tyree Green Ashlee Elizabeth Hall Wayne Colton Hardin Kelvin Darwayne Hardy Noah Bradley Harper Austin Thomas Harris Lloyd Jay Harrison Allen Joel Hayes Marlana Diane Headley Dylon Chase Holliman Caleb Reed Horton

Devan Micheal Ramsey

Jason Scott Kelley

Diane Michelle Sanders

Skye Nicole Knighten-Lilly

Jayson Zachary Scali

Seth Adams Kober

Luke Lee Scherer

Elizabeth Ann Lovell

Noah Alan Seritt

Camron Deon Major

Sarah Nicole Smith

Anna Marie Martin

Victoria Louise Snyder

Ashton Mackenize Mayweather

Steven Eric Stallings

Wyatt Bradley Miskelly

Alexis Paige Stewart

Devon Alexander Montgomery

Patricia Jayna Straate

Garlandria Faythe Moore

Ryan Justin Straate

Jordan Grant Morris

Madison Nicole Teal

Brian Chase Newman

Aniah Kierra Washington

Marlena Danielle Odgers

Kerel Duane Welch

Halia Francis OLeary

Maggie Jane West

James Gregory Oliver

Jesse-Job Thomas White

Nodiah Owens

Jonathan Ray Whitman

Daniel Hudson Page

Nataley Ann Whitner

Sidney Tyla Paine

Casey Robert Williams

Jacob Elisha Pate

Peyton Cole Williams

Katherine May Pearson

Ashley Michelle Wilson

Sha Kyia Pierce

Tamiria Monae Woods

Sidney Ryan Qualls

Matthew Logan Wright

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‘Attitude about life is an active choice that we make’ Shelby County High School senior Ashley Wilson loved the time surrounding homecoming week at her school.

“I loved the competitive, but all-funand-games atmosphere during that time each year,” Wilson said. “The time that I spent outside of school hours decorating for the floats and pep rallies all while hanging out with my friends remains precious to me.”

Another favorite memory for Wilson was during the time speaker Timothy Alexander visited the school and told the students about the difficulties and obstacles that he faces in his life.

“He chooses to remain optimistic through his journey,” Wilson said. “I believe that our attitude about life is an active choice that we make, and Mr. Alexander was an inspiration to all of us that day, and for me, continues to be.”

Wilson earned the salutatorian position for her graduating class, she was a member of the National Honor Society, and she received acceptance into the Early Assurance Program at McWhorter School of Pharmacy.

Wilson said she enjoys both calculus and chemistry because she likes science, but chemistry intrigues her the most.

“The concepts of chemistry are much more hands-on and fascinating to learn about,” Wilson said. “I aspire to become a pharmacist one day, so chemistry is definitely going to make up a large portion of my career.”

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Wilson said one of the toughest parts of her senior year ending sooner than anticipated due to the Covid-19 outbreak, was having her last day of high school and not even realizing it was the last day.

“Many of our typical senior traditions were postponed and everyone is unsure about what is to come next,” Wilson said.

“However, I am remaining positive about the situation in hopes that something beneficial comes out of our circumstances. On the bright side, having a lot of extra time at home with minimal assigned school work has allowed me to focus on studying and reviewing for my AP exams very extensively. I am also practicing a new hobby for myself of playing the guitar.”

A favorite memory for Wilson she will carry with her after leaving SCHS involved her 10th grade math teacher, Mrs. Wheeler.

“She was such a kind hearted individual who was taken from us all too early and unexpectedly,” Wilson said. “Though I spent only a few months as one of her many students, I quickly realized that she was the epiphany of such a sweet soul who would do absolutely anything to help one of her students at any given moment. The time I spent in her presence is a time that I will definitely tell my children about.”

Wilson said other teachers and administrators provided her with an abundance of opportunities to reach her full potential.

“The amount of advice received from these individuals is immeasurable,” Wilson said. “I have had multiple teachers who have taught me for a total of three or four years straight, like Dr. (Jennifer) Moore and Mr. (Mike) Kantaris, so these teachers have had a remarkable impact on who I have become today.”

After graduating, Wilson said she plans to attend Samford University and earn her doctorate of pharmacy degree at McWhorter School of Pharmacy where she will hopefully manage her own pharmacy one day.

Wilson is the daughter of Crystal and Toby Wilson. She is the sister of Austin Wilson.

Spain Park High School 394 graduates 4700 Jaguar Drive • Birmingham, AL 35242 Jaguars • 1,626 students • No. 11 high school in Alabama

Seniors ,

Meanwhile, people like myself and your teachers who really want to fix it, or at the very least help you through it, are trying our best to wrap our heads around it as well. There is so much unknown to deal with, and that puts everyone on edge. Long story short, this is a mess. It hurts me for you all. You are in my constant thoughts and prayers. You are not silly for being sad, disappointed, worried, or even grieving. Be sad, be disappointed, grieve, but try not to worry.

You guys are smart. You are part of what will likely be our nation’s most educated generation. I see it in you every day. You will get through this, and in many ways, you’ll be better for it.

All of this causes anxiety. It’s hard, but you will do this! I am looking forward to the ways that you will all impress us with the grace and resiliency you have faced this challenge.

You are forever the Class of 2020! It looks different for you, but you wear it well! Go Jags!

While it may seem dramatic or small in light of the current crisis, I want you to know that you are seen. Students at your place in life are asked to straddle the line between the adult and the minor world on a daily basis. We ask you tiny little questions like, “What do you want to do with the rest of your life? How do you plan to pay $XX,000/yr. for your education? Are you sure this is the next right step for accomplishing your long-term goal? Is this place you’ve never been a good fit for you? Do you want to go to college? Do you need to go to college to accomplish your goals? Do you understand the wording in your admission/financial aid offer?—etc...”

On top of all of this, we tell you to “grow up” and stop being so self-absorbed all the while we organize events that contribute to you being self-absorbed. Well, now your time has finally come and we all saw it coming. What we didn’t see coming was a global pandemic. This public health crisis has rocked what little bit of normal With love and pride, expectations you have been clinging to for most of your life. This is supposed to be your year! Now, one more thing seems to be spinning out of control and threatening to steal your year from you. College and Career Specialist

Tracy Prater

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MICHAEL CHEN Valedictorian

TANVIZ DEVANI Valedictorian

AMAAR EBRAHIM Valedictorian

EMMA GRACE HANNA Valedictorian

JESSICA JACOB Valedictorian

ALEX LANEY Valedictorian

SOPHIA MAYHEW Valedictorian

MARCUS MUDANO Valedictorian

NICOLAS OBREGON Valedictorian

ISABELL PLAIA Valedictorian

NATALIE PLOURDE Valedictorian

ABBY REED Valedictorian

JANNA REN Valedictorian

SARAH VOORHEES Valedictorian

ERIN WARREN Valedictorian

RYAN WOZNIAK Valedictorian

HANNAH YI Valedictorian

James Thomas Haywood

Zayd Jamal Abusuad

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Brian Ivan Alba Garcia

Juan Luis Contreras

Khaldoun Faris

Madeline Scott Heath

Nace Jacob Allen

Rebecca Jane Copeland

Lilli Ann Maret Fike

Trey Farias Helms

Jacqueline Michele Arterburn

Maryalyce Rebecca Grace Cornett

Justin Scott Fisher

Jacob Lee Holley

John William Baker

Emma Avery Cutcliff

Alicia Alexandria Fowler

Hannah Grace Horton

Emma Rose Bell

Elizabeth Grace Devane

Yamilah G Foy

Bradley Thomas Hughes

Rainey Rose Bemis

Samuel Joseph Dieguezmarino

Sidney Dayne Gedgoudas

Grace Marie Hughes

Hannah Elizabeth Bevil

Josie Carol Edwards

Hannah Elizabeth Gosnell

Justin Wallace Hughes

Sarah Josephine Bonamy

Sydney Victoria Ellison

Katherine Rose Hall

Andrew Scott Hunter

Logan Scott Bradley

Courtney Laine Engel

Emma Grace Hanna

Camryn Huynh

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Ethan Todd Caraway

Emma Melinda Evans

Kaylee Marie Harrell

Kendall Mattinson Irwin

Allison Bell Carter

Hunter Grace Fairfax

Ryan Nicholas Hay

Jessica Jacob

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Spain Park High School Kaddyjatou Jallow

Blal A Abuluhoom

Brian Scott Davis

Deqarius Vontre Hill

Saleena Salim Jan

Raneem Fuad Abusaleh

Lakoreya Arie Davis

George Michael Hill

Travis Abel Jebackumar

Genesis Amalia Aguirre

Khaleb Teisean Davis Simmons

Tiffani Anh Hoang

Delsin Johnson Ortiz

Stephanie Aguirre

Mia Reagan Deschenes

Barrett Anne Holston

Morgan Elizabeth Kern

Shayan Ahmed

Tanviz Feroz Devani

Haylee Elizabeth Horne

Samarth Kumar

John William Ahrens

Ann Barkley Dickinson

Jacob Lawrence Horton Andrew Christopher Hosemann

Meagan Elisabeth Lee

Sarah Elizabeth Ake

Margaret Atlee Dinsmore

Vernecia Janel Lewis

Ghazal Mohammad Alazemi

Chance Anthony Dominguez

Erin Elizabeth Hosmer

Abby Kathleen Long

Dina Raja Alkeswani

Rodney Philip Caleb Douglas

Sydnee Breann Houghton

Martha Grace Maddox

Amarii Jermaine Allen

Bryan Alexis Duenas Escobar

Shayana Marie Howard

Janessa Marie Madison

Neha Murad Alwani

Michael Steven Duenas Escobar

Waters Jackson Hudson

Rachel Martin

Alexis Jordyn Anderson

Abbigail Ann Dunn

Morgan Rae Huey

William Porter Mccrite

Kelvin Christopher Anderson

Amaar Ahmed Ebrahim

Joshua David Hughes

Mary Virginia Mckinley

Natalie R Ardovino

Isabel Maria Ellis

Deon K Hunter

Molly Elisabeth Mcnulty

Madison Olivia Bach

Jamya Monya De Shun Embry

Austin Clay Hutcheson

Makayla Reshea Miller

Darius Terrell Barginear

Mason Dean Ethridge

Larriuana Chariel Jackson

Amber Elizabeth Miranda

Harrison James Barker

Ann Michael Evans

Madeline Sheila Jackson

Paris Morris

Sarah Ashlee Barker

Katherine Merritt Farley

Sydney Alyssa Jarrett

Rachel Jolane Morris

Nathan Daniel Bartell

Ashlyn Bailey Ferlisi

Anna Claire Jemison

Richard Ethan Moses

Jaxon Louis Bast

Allen Fernandel Flores

Jacob Reese Jenkins

Blake Thomas Nord

Kamron Keith Beckham

Bayleigh H Flurry

Copeland Gregory Marks Johnson

Madison Renee Oakman

Hannah Heys Bishop

Kaitlyn Renee Flurry

Robert Wayne Johnson

Nicolas Obregon

Rachel Christine Blackmon

Katherine Lindsey Ford

Nolan Avery Jones

Jordan Claire Olszewski

John Cooper Blevins

Riley Anne Ford

Peden Doyle Jones Emma Caroline Julich

Lindsay Ann Parker

Mary Elizabeth Bodden

Kyle Thomas Fox

Corrie Elise Parks

Christopher Gabriel Bono

Wyatt William Francis

Faizan Sadiq Kanjiani

Ivor Allan Phillips

Charles Claiborne Bounds

Grace Hampton Frazer

Kaitlyn Nicole Kassouf

Natalie Rose Plourde

Nicholas Mendoza Breaux

Caitlin Reannah Frazier

Ashcon Kaynejad

Jack David Poist

Christopher Tyrel Brown

Sarah Elizabeth Freeman

Yawon Kim

Parker Hewitt Rabun

Darnell Lashaun Brown

Stanton Avary Freeman

Micah Anjanette King

Bentley Wayne Rice

Nicholas Jackson Brown

Samantha Elizabeth Gagliano

Kaitlyn Lacole Knox

Andrew Thomas Ritchey

Avery Lambert Brune

Michael Phillip Gallagher

Kayla Nicole Knox

Matthew Thomas Robbins

Sarah Elizabeth Bullock

Madison E Garrett

Colby R Koss

Zachary Hagan Roberts

Joshua Thomas Burks

Davidra Lamarcia Gary

Makenna Kyzar Kuhn

Brooke Ann Savage

Turner Jackson Butler

Hannah Danielle George

Chloe Allea Lambert

Mary Katherine Shuta

Kaylan Jaaliyah Buye

Tegan Elise Gibbons

William Scott Landers

Ryan Rawlin Sipin

Arnie John Nemenzo Caburnida

Isabelle Jeffery Giddens

Alexander David Laney

Andrew Douglas Smith

Cole Parker Callans

J Mya Alexandria Gilbert

Jamie Marie Langdon

Maxwell Addison Smith

Gavin Luke Callegan

Mason William Goodwin

Anna Grace Lawley

Caleb Joseph Sorenson

Michael Erwin Callens

Ava Audun Gordon

Colton Aaron Ledbetter

Ingrid S Soto Campero

Solomon Joshua Capps

Austin James Gothard

Holland Elizabeth Lidikay

Ryan Harrison Stafford

Haleigh Robyn Carlton

John Michael Guthrie

Darrien Cardell Lockhart

Marilyn Kelley Steed

Hayden James Carner

Tamer Noah Habach

Harold Edward Lockhart

Hollie Rebekah Stone

Cooper Charles Carstens

Stella Danielle Habibe Ramos

Destiny Alexis Longs

Trinity M Streeter

Antonio Castaneda Garcia

Sarah Grace Haddin

Laquevenn Ittis Looney

Abigayle Brown Strohmeier

Aranely Castillo

Erin Monique Hall

Jaxson Milton Lucas

Madeleine Nicole Taylor

Michael Chen

Jhalyn Amari Hall

Aaron Nicholas Lynam

Darren Andrew Teixeira

Zhi Peng Chen

Kaylee Elizabeth Hallmon

Saman Majeed

Jeremiah Edward Tibbs

Ashton Lane Cobb

Preston Hamilton

Christopher Dewayne Mancill

William Wallace Tidwell

James Matthew Colpack

Noah Blake Hancock

Jared Lee Marcrum

Leanna Katherine Todd

Zachary Vladimir Conley

Dayton Michael Hankins

Lia Martinez

Kien Trung Tran

William Chandler Cooke

Micah C Hare

Kelsei Taylor Marxen Colton Dominique Mastropolo

Emilia Merritt Trueb

Zachary Noah Cooper

Taylor Mackenzie Harrington

Sarah Elizabeth Voorhees

Cameron Moore Copeland

Bailey Adyson Hatcher

Sophia Elise Mayhew

Erin Elise Warren

Kamryn Lee Corey

Margaret Caroline Haynes

Samantha Grace Mccrary

Spencer Alan Weichman

Alex Michael Cotumaccio

Gadiel Herrera Perez

Wesley Rashad Mcdaniel

Jordan Lynne White

Fennegan James David

Talor Lee Herritt

Micaiah Armand Mcgraw

Hannah Yeaun Yi

Amari Markeis Davis

Justice Da Vell Hicks

Eli Jeffery Mefford

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Anthony Michael Milano

Christina Giovanna Smarrelli

Allison Marie Milham

Alexander Thomas Smith

Kerry Lee Miller

Demoria Nikaya Smith

Omar Mohammad

Kayla Monique Smoot

Andrew Martin Mohon

Michael Alexander Spence

Melisa Danae Molette

Stanton Ayers Spencer

Lauren Elise Montegut

Michal Ray Spradlin

Anna Faith Moore

Qulationea Pearlla Square Alvarez

Jason Scieler Moore

Austin John Stallworth

Tiara Jakeria Moore

Emma Grace Stansell

Cordarius T Morgan

Olivia Flemming Stark

Patricia Leigh Ann Morse

Charles Carter Steed

Marcus Sebastian Mudano

Niles Reshawn Streeter

Josiah David Mwangota

Jared William Strong

Aisha Samir Naser

Oumou Hawa Sylla

Michael Chase Neal

Sydney Morgan Taylor

Emily Joy Nelson

Jacob Burnham Teague

Andrew Reese Newbill

Alaya Nicole Thomas

Minh Thong Nguyen

Dominique Ariel Thomas

Erick Njogu

Duane Richard Thomas

Helene Rose O Shea

Stephen William Thomas

Krishad Mune Offord

Mackenzie Elizabeth Thompson

Jacari Stephan Ollie

Mary Katherine Thompson

Gabrielle May Owens

Emily Marie Thomson

Terrence Nkoriyan Paige

Robert Goodwin Tidwell

Jordan Denise Parker

Tyrail Daveon Toodle

Timothy Neal Partin

Charlie Scott Trower

Sharjeel Muneer Patni

Quinn Christopher Trower

Brell L Patterson

Rosaluise Adriana Valentin

Katie Lynne Petitt

Jordian Brenay Valentine

Jon Marshall Pickett

Jessica Rose Veal

Anthony Michael Pizzano

Reagan Elise Verchot

Isabella Grace Plaia

William Bryant Vinson

Evan George Donovan Porter

Luc Dinh Vo

Jazzmin Lestine Pride

Jeffrey Conner Walchek

Chayil Simone Quarterman

Tiara Latrice Walker

Aidan Joseph Rahmeyer

Yemaria Walker

Abby Elizabeth Reed

Bryson Edward Habeeb Wall

Janna Qiyun Ren

Lara Paige Walls

Creel Richardson

James Hunter Ward

Ja Cori Lawayne Richardson

Garrett Jackson Warnix

Elizabeth Adelaide Riley

Dynzell Kiyree Washington

Gian Gabriel Rivera Rivera

Jack Robert Weber

Julian Christian Rodriguez

Elijah Shamar Welch

Imani Remise Rogers

Jack Davis Wells

Na Jay Lalise Rogers

Shelby Lane West

Thomas Gabriel Rolen

Kaitlyn Rose Wheat

Mi Keriya Janese Roper

Megan Michelle Wilkinson

Zachary Morgan Rushing

Brandon Martez Williams

Mariam Jamel Saadeh

Briley Kade Williams

Mohammad Saleh

Eli Downey Willingham

Linden J Samaha

David Dolan Wilson

Je Tori Idella Samples

Haugen Stone Woodard

Sophia E Schifanella

Colby Scott Woodrum

Madison Avery Schiff

Ryan Joseph Wozniak

Carter John Sidor

Alexandrea Jailyn Wright

Sarah C Singh

Adam Richard Wygle

Ethan Brown Smallwood

Brooks Raymond Yamshak

Thompson High School 542 graduates 1921 Warrior Parkway • Alabaster, AL 35007 Warriors • 1,981 students • The seventh largest high school and 26th best high school in the state

ABBIE ELIZABETH BOWEN Valedictorian

ABBY COLE WILSON Valedictorian

ABBY GRACE WALKER Valedictorian

ABIGAEL VIRGINIA CANADAY Valedictorian

ABIGAIL ELIZABETH OLLIFF Valedictorian

ABIGAIL GRACE DEWILDE Valedictorian

ABIGAIL GRACE KELLOGG Valedictorian

ABIGAIL ROSE MALKOVE Valedictorian

ADELINE GRACE LEE Valedictorian

ADRIANNA ELIZABETH ROBERTS Valedictorian

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ADRIANNE MARIE NALLEY Valedictorian

ALEXANDRIA ANNE MEYER Valedictorian

ALLAN CLARK WILSON Valedictorian

ALLISON ISABELLE WASS Valedictorian

ALLISON LINDSEY WAITES Valedictorian

ALYSSA BROOKEANN O’REAR Valedictorian

ANNA KATHERINE BICE Valedictorian

ANNAPRENZIE MARIE KOCSIS Valedictorian

ARIANA ELIZABETH UNGER Valedictorian

AUBREY KATE SMITH Valedictorian

AVERY MCKENNA FOLKES Valedictorian

AVRY LEWIS ZOW Valedictorian

BAYLEY AMANDA-ANN PLUMB Valedictorian

BLAKELY JORDAN CHANNELL Valedictorian

BRENT MICHAEL CHRISTIAN Valedictorian

BRIAN ALEXANDER MOBLEY Valedictorian

BROCK JOHNSON STAPLETON Valedictorian

BRYNLEIGH ELYSE PAYNE Valedictorian

CAITLYN ANNE REICHARD Valedictorian

CALEAH AYANA WILLIAMS Valedictorian

CALEB BENJAMIN FARMER Valedictorian

CAMALIE JANICE ALLEN Valedictorian

CAMBRIDGE JETT CULLEN Valedictorian

CAMERON HUNTER DECORD Valedictorian

CAROLINE NELL SIMMONS Valedictorian

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CARSON RHETT YOUNGBLOOD Valedictorian

CATHERINE ANDERSON EVANS Valedictorian

CATHERINE JULIET FAGAN Valedictorian

CESAR MANUEL HURTADO VARGAS II Valedictorian

CHANEY JACADE JOHNSON Valedictorian

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CHLOE ALEXANDRIA SIMS Valedictorian

DARIUS RYAN MOBLEY Valedictorian

DARTMOUTH GRACE CULLEN Valedictorian

DINH HAI THIEN HUYNH Valedictorian

DOMINIQUE CAMILLE CHATMAN Valedictorian

DYLAN KYLE ABBOTT Valedictorian

ELIZABETH ANNETTE SUTTON Valedictorian

EMELY GISSELLE DIAZ Valedictorian

EMILY MARGARET DUNN Valedictorian

EMMA GRACE HERRON Valedictorian

EMMA KATHRYN HUNER Valedictorian

ERIN KATE LONG Valedictorian

ERIN RAE HEIMBACH Valedictorian

ETHAN LAMAR HARRELL Valedictorian

EVAN CHRISTOPHER MCGUIRE Valedictorian

FRANCES PAULINE GREEN Valedictorian

GAVIN DODSON SMITH Valedictorian

GRACELYN HELENE NOSS Valedictorian

HANNAH CLAIRE HOMAN Valedictorian

HANNAH ELIZABETH ROBINSON Valedictorian

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HANNAH GRACE CASEY Valedictorian

HANNAH MICHELLE ZIGLAR Valedictorian

HARRISON MENGHUI EDWARDS Valedictorian

HARRISON NORRIS GILLEY LUCAS THOMAS Valedictorian

HOLLY GRACE STOKESBARY Valedictorian

HOPE RENÉ SMITH Valedictorian

ISABELLA GRACE LOZITO Valedictorian

ISABELLE RUTH GOOLSBY Valedictorian

IVY ELIZABETH PEOPLES Valedictorian

JA’LYN NICOLE CLICK Valedictorian

JACE GARRISON JONES Valedictorian

JADEN ALEXANDER SIMS Valedictorian

JAEL JANAE JOHNSON Valedictorian

JAILYN ALEXANDRIA CLAYTON Valedictorian

JAMES NUNNLEE MOSELY IV Valedictorian

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JAMES RANDOL WILLIS Valedictorian

JANNA PAULINE KILLINGSWORTH Valedictorian

JARED BENJAMIN FISHER Valedictorian

JASMINE NICOLE MADISON Valedictorian

JENNA LEIGH HOUSE Valedictorian

JENNIFER ACOSTABARRERA Valedictorian

JENNIFER ANGEL-PINEDA Valedictorian

JESSICA LYNNE SHIRLEY Valedictorian

JESSICA MARIE EDWARDS Valedictorian

JOHN PRESTON LOWERY Valedictorian

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JORDYN ALEXANDRIA HORN Valedictorian

JOSEPH ALEXANDER THOMPSON Valedictorian

JUANITA ANGARITA JEREZ Valedictorian

JULIA LYNN KIEFER Valedictorian

JULIANNE ELISABETH KNIGHT Valedictorian

JULIUS ISAIAH BRAY Valedictorian

KALEB PRICE MARTIN Valedictorian

KALEY BROOKE JONES Valedictorian

KALEY LASHAE MYRICK Valedictorian

KALI ANN MCCARTHY Valedictorian

KARA MARIE GILES Valedictorian

KATHRYN NICOLE NORTON Valedictorian

KENIA JUDITH HERNANDEZVALDERRAMOS Valedictorian

KENNEDI NICOLE BASS Valedictorian

KENNON EMIL HALL Valedictorian

KINSLEIGH ANNE SABO Valedictorian

KOLBI AMAYA REED Valedictorian

KYLIE CHRISTIAN WILLIAMS Valedictorian

LANDON THOMAS WOCKENFUSS Valedictorian

LAUREN JEAN CABINESS Valedictorian

LINDSAY KERRIGAN FOLKES Valedictorian

LUCAS HOLDEN LAMAR Valedictorian

MACY ALEXANDRA HASTINGS Valedictorian

MADISON ELIZABETH WALDROP Valedictorian

MADISON MCSWEENEY Valedictorian

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MAGGIE JOE O’NEAL Valedictorian

MATTHEW WILLIAM DOWNS Valedictorian

MELANIE THUY NGUYEN Valedictorian

MELODY HOPE MCCAA Valedictorian

MEREDITH ASHTEN RASP Valedictorian

NOT PICTURED

MICAH NEAL LAYTON Valedictorian

MOLLY KATHERINE WILLIS Valedictorian

MONSERRAT LOPEZ MEJIA Valedictorian

NAPASSAWON TIMPRATOOM Valedictorian

NATALIE LAUREN WAITES Valedictorian

NATHANIEL FORD COUSINS Valedictorian

NICHOLAS RICHARD LOWERY Valedictorian

NICOLE LEE NOWAK Valedictorian

NIKITA MARIA HINDS Valedictorian

NOAH EDWARD TANNER Valedictorian

OLIVIA NICOLE LOVETTE Valedictorian

PAOLA MARQUEZ-VALDEZ Valedictorian

PEYTON GABRIELLE SCALISI Valedictorian

PHUNG TUONG KHONG Valedictorian

PIPER CLAIR HIGGINS Valedictorian

RACHEL BREANNA CRANDALL Valedictorian

REBECCA GATES MOSELY Valedictorian

RIANA NICOLE ROPER Valedictorian

SAMANTHA GAIL STEWART Valedictorian

SARAH KATHERINE HAGANS Valedictorian

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SARAH SUZANNE STURDIVANT Valedictorian

SAVANNA JOY RAKESTRAW Valedictorian

SAWYER DOUGLAS PATE Valedictorian

SEBASTIAN ANDREW DAHM Valedictorian

SHANNAN CRISTINE STURGILL Valedictorian

SHAUN LANDON SAMPLE Valedictorian

SHELBY REE ROLLO Valedictorian

SHERRY NICOLE STANDLEE Valedictorian

SIDNEY MAKENNA HARRIS Valedictorian

SIMON RUSSELL SCHUESSLER Valedictorian

SKYLAR ANNE MCCLELLAN Valedictorian

SKYLER RENEE LLOYD Valedictorian

SUNNISA JADEN GRABER Valedictorian

SYDNEY LEIGH DUNAWAY Valedictorian

TARYN LEE EDWARDS Valedictorian

THOMAS COLE EDWARDS Valedictorian

THOMAS MYERS DAMSGUARD Valedictorian

TIFANY ALVARADO RESENDIZ Valedictorian

TYLER ANDERSON WEST Valedictorian

VICTORIA NICOLE WELLS Valedictorian

WILLIAM BOYD WOODALL III Valedictorian

YVONNE NIMO MWAI Valedictorian

ZACHARY BRYANT DOTSON Valedictorian

ZACHARY EDWARD FUSSELL Valedictorian

ZOIE VAIL CASEY Valedictorian

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Jones a champion on the track and in the classroom Thompson High School student Jace Jones describes his senior year like no other.

“I miss my friends every day, but I realize it is what is best at this moment,” Jones said. “Since I did not have to do anymore school work, I have been doing a lot of running and work around the house. I also play some Xbox every now and then so I can interact with my friends.”

Jones said some of his favorite moments of high school included seeing the football team win the state championship.

“Just seeing how it brought the community of Alabaster together as a whole was incredible,” Jones said. “Our senior class’ seventh grade year, the team went 0-10 and just seeing how far the team came was special. My other favorite memory was the Indoor 2020 track and field state championship. Our team finished runner-up, which was the highest placement in school history. I also finished the meet with two individual state championships, which were the mile and two-mile. I also placed runner-up in the 800-meter race. This meet I saw the entire culture of Thompson track change.

We went from hoping to win to expecting it. That whole weekend was something I will remember forever.”

Jones is a four-year letterman in both

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track and cross country; he was a 2 time All-State in cross country; five-time AllState in track; two-time state champion (mile and two mile); state record holder for the indoor two mile; for the majority of the 2020 indoor season he was ranked number one in the nation for the 1600-meter run; and he was given a scholarship to run at the University of Alabama in cross country and track.

Academically, Jones was part of the school’s National Honor Society, math team. Mu Alpha Theta, Spanish Honors Society and Leo Club. He was also selected to be a valedictorian.

Jones said his favorite subject in school is math, because he likes the fact there is always a precise answer.

“Whereas in other subjects the answers are not as precise and to the point,” Jones said.

Jones said one memory he will take with him from his time at Thompson includes standing on the podium knowing he was a state champion.

“Also, that the track team was going to finally get a map. Just seeing how far the team had come was truly special,” Jones said.

One thing Jones said he will miss is getting to see his coaches and teachers every day.

“I will also miss being with my friends every day and just knowing that I probably won’t see the majority of the senior class again is extremely upsetting,” Jones said. “A class of 544 graduates, and knowing I won’t get to say bye to everyone one last time is super upsetting.

My years at Thompson High School have been the best of my life by far. Once you are a Warrior, you’ll always be a warrior.”

Jones plans to attend the University of Alabama to hopefully major in some sort of business and to run cross country and track.

Jones is the son of Jeff and Jennifer Nichols.

Thompson High School Frances Pauline Green

Dylan Kyle Abbott

Lauren Jean Cabiness

Matthew Robert Drexel

Kaylie Alaya Abram

Emilia Caldera Catano

Sydney Leigh Dunaway

Larry Joel Gutierrez

Jennifer Acosta-Barrera

Taylor Adams Campbell

Emily Margaret Dunn

Thomas Michael Gutshall

Madison Michele Addington

Amiyah Tahjee Canada

Thomas Duran Coto, Jr.

Sarah Katherine Hagans

Jordan Tyler Addison

Abigael Virginia Canaday

Katie Duran Gutierrez

Diontay DeWayne Hall

Cardell Tremond Alexander

Chelsea Lynn Carden

Harrison MengHui Edwards

Gavin Milton Hall

Camalie Janice Allen

Chance David Carter

Jessica Marie Edwards

Jasmine LaQural Hall

Tifany Alvarado Resendiz

Hannah Grace Casey

Taryn Lee Edwards

Kennon Emil Hall

Eric Scott Amato

Zoie Vail Casey

Thomas Cole Edwards

Taylor Nicole Hamme

Juanita Angarita Jerez

Obed Castelan

Bryne Tatyana Ehlers

Ethan Lamar Harrell

Jennifer Angel-Pineda

Fernando Amador Castillo

Nathaniel Martin Ellis

Deija Symone Harris

Emily Ruby Aparicio-Betancourt

Logan Michael Caudill

Khristian Amari Ellison

Sidney Makenna Harris

Jacqueline Arceo

Abigail Diana Causey

Diamond Maria Elmore

Emilie Michelle Hartman

Oscar Antonio Arjona Arteaga, Sr.

William Blake Chaisson

De’Andre Jordan Epps

Virginia Grace Harwell

Christopher Franklin Aronhalt

Blakely Jordan Channell

Matthew Caleb Lee Eubank

Devonte Lanier Hassell

Ethan Thomas Averitte

Ashley Nichole Chappell

Catherine Anderson Evans

Macy Alexandra Hastings

Mitchell Nolan Bailey

Payton Leigh Charles

Jada Rain Evans

Ashanti Danielle Hatch

Gillian Grace Baker

Dominique Camille Chatman

Taylor-Anne Lua’ato Tagovailoa-Fa’avi

Jacobi Martez Hatch

Linda Milagros Barajas Jaimes

Brent Michael Christian

Tyger Style Faavi

Ava Elizabeth Hayes

Andrew Leon Barbour III

Jasmyn Rebecca Clapp

Catherine Juliet Fagan

Melody Faith Haynie

Brian Kimo Barcoma

Taylor-Mackenzie Montana Clark

Caleb Benjamin Farmer

Erin Rae Heimbach

Litzi Yareth Barragan-Rojas

Jailyn Alexandria Clayton

Jared Benjamin Fisher

Jacob Ozbourne Heller Krewson Elizabeth Heller

Kennedi Nicole Bass

Ja’Lyn Nicole Click

Patrick Dean Fitch

Erik Luis Bazán

Jerianah Khrystian Cohill

Gabriel Hunter Fitzgerald

Kiana Hemmati

Kimberly Bejarano Rincon

Kylah Antoinette Coleman-Gresham

Carolina Yamileth Flores Medina

Ariel Raven Henderson

Grant Miller Bennett

Hiram Enrique Colin Miranda

Avery McKenna Folkes

Robin Marie Herald

Sara Elise Bennett

Presley Sommer Collum

Lindsay Kerrigan Folkes

Alison Naomi Hernandez Hernandez

John Allen Bessiere

David Henry Conlon

Kennedy Leigh Foote

Emylene Hernandez Castillo

Anna Katherine Bice

Ruston Brooks Conn

Savannah Michelle Force

Dayanara Hernandez Palma

Jameson Nathaniel Bice

Montaj Dupree Cook

Sarah Lynn Frazier

Brenda Hernandez Tena

Monterrious Jy’Shon Bishop

Robin Carol Cook

Charles Leonard Frazier III

Nahum Hernandez-Fraga

Deshaun Corey Janlen Bobo

Jada Danyell Cooper

Konnor Lane Fulford

Kenia Judith Hernandez-Valderramos

Jacob Reuben Boone

Aubrey Brent Copes

Russell Alexander Furlong

Alicia Yael Hernandez-Zarate

Tristan Nicholas Bourgeois

Delia Taylor Cordova

Zachary Edward Fussell

Cecilia Herrera Lopez

Abbie Elizabeth Bowen

Nathaniel Ford Cousins

Jermel Samuel Gaiters

Emma Grace Herron

Jaela Amaya Bowers

Rachel Breanna Crandall

Emmanuel Galves Gutierrez

Piper Clair Higgins

Brianna Michelle Dixon Bramlett

Austin Jacob Crutchfield

April Garcia Durham

Nikita Maria Hinds

Allison Grace Brasher

Cambridge Jett Cullen

Dana Paola Garcia Martinez

Carson Jennings Hobbs

Aubrey Dee Brasher

Dartmouth Grace Cullen

Sy Anderson Garrett

ZaKiria Branesha Holifield

Julius Isaiah Bray

Sebastian Andrew Dahm

Kasen Lynn Garriott

Hannah Claire Homan

Stephen Ryan Brecht

Thomas Myers Damsgard

Enrique Garza Acosta

Travis Charles Hopper-Haas

Trevon Heath Briggs

Christopher Imanol Davalos

Abril Garza Torres

Grace Ellen Horine

Alexicia Rachelle Brotherton

Tyrique Tweizi Davis

Allyssa Jordan Gentry

Jordyn Alexandria Horn Jackson Daniel Horton

William Anthony Browder

Sasha Cruz Davison

Ivy Jo Gerald

Bryanna Christine Brown

Miriam De Jesus-Bernabe

Emma Caroline Gilbert

Jenna Leigh House

Clyde James Brown

Miranda Elaine Dean

Kara Marie Giles

Tyler Mykel Houston Christyne Matasia Howard

Haley Renee Brown

Cameron Hunter DeCord

Jacob William Gillaspie

Kourtney Jade Brown

Felix DeLosSantos-Gonzalez

Christian Drew Godfrey

Tyrek Char’dre Howard

Kurtis Tre’Maine Brown

Adriana Dempsey

Diego Gomez

Makayla Adair Huffstutler

Adrianna Danielle Bryant

Abigail Grace Dewilde

Ismael Gonzalez Chombo, Sr.

Jillian Amber Hulsey

Damian Alexander Bryant

Emely Gisselle Diaz

Erick Norberto Gonzalez Ruiz

Emma Kathryn Huner Cesar Manuel Hurtado Vargas II

Nakia Nicole Bryant

Bryan Gerardo Diaz

Isabelle Ruth Goolsby

Analiese Davine Bucklen

Mekhi Ja’Kari Dimbo

Sunnisa Jaden Graber

Dinh Hai Thien Huynh

Matthew Caleb Bunn

Tiara Destiny Dollerson

Kaliyah Nicole Grant

Elizabeth Riley Ingram

Carson Travis Burks

Zachary Bryant Dotson

Raivyn Alexandria Grant

Tyara Lashae Irvin

Sean Tomas Bustamante

Brett Connor Downs

Brenan Joseph Grape

Logan Samuel Irwin

Michael Caleb Byrd

Matthew William Downs

Gavin Nathaneal Gray

Terese Nicole Jackson

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Michael Anthony Jackson, Jr.

Isabella Grace Lozito

Armando Jimenez

Dalton Kane Lucas

Jorge Jimenez Gonzalez

Kacey Lynn Luster

Chaney Jacade Johnson

Ala’a Munir Lutfi

Jael Janae Johnson

Dylan Lee Lyles

Dorian DeShone Jones

Cameron Laine Madden

Jace Garrison Jones

JaKolby KeShawn Maddox

JaColbi Se Quan Jones

Jasmine Nicole Madison

Justice Symone Jones

Troy Steven Maharrey

Kaley Brooke Jones

Devandis Malik Mahone

Massey Jones III

Abigail Rose Malkove

Brianna Phyllis Jordan

Adriana Gomez Manzano

Parker Lee Jordan

Paola Marquez-Valdez

Guadalupe Lizbeth Juarez

Kaleb Price Martin

Dominguez

Hannah Grace Martina

Margaret Ann Keller

Michelle Martinez Lopez

Justin Jamal Kelley

Macon John Marty

Abigail Grace Kellogg

Alexander Cary Massey

Joseph Carroll Kelly IV

Juan Carlos Mateo Sanchez

Kaitlyn Lauren Kendrick

Kaitlin Rose Matherly

Haley Angelena Kennedy

Owen Luke May

Phung Tuong Khong

Melody Hope McCaa

Brian Macharia Kibui

Kali Ann McCarthy

Julia Lynn Kiefer

Robert Cole McClain

Nicholas Amari Kilburn

Skylar Anne McClellan

Janna Pauline Killingsworth

Cameron Blake McClinton

Esther Wambui Kimani

Natalie Marie Carter McCoy

Nathan Kipruto Kipchumba

Reginald Dale McCray

Eden Melissa Kittrell

Aldin Gage McDaniel

Saxon York Klinner

Jack Leighton McDonald

Julianne Elisabeth Knight

Jordan Taylor McGraw

Annaprenzie Marie Kocsis

Evan Christopher McGuire

Breanna Michelle Kyle

Malachi Wilson McIntosh

Lucas Holden Lamar

Cody Hunter-Ray McKim

Ethan Andrew Landavazo

Briana Alexis McLeod

William Braden Lawley

Markeese Latrelle McNeal

Heather Len Lawrence

Madison McSweeney

Micah Neal Layton

Joshua Dean Mehmen

Adeline Grace Lee

Jatavais O’neal Melton

Ashley Kaylanne Lemley

Alexandria Anne Meyer

Natalia Grace LeVasseur

Danielle Marie Millan Pineda

Jalyn Malik Lewis

Timothy Blake Mims

DaShaun Jamael Lilly

Joseph Elijah Mitchell

Zachary David Littleton

Brian Alexander Mobley

Seth Anthony Livingston

Darius Ryan Mobley

Skyler Renee Lloyd

Bryan Moctezuma Acosta

Karley Rae Logan

Gabrielle Nicole Moore

Erin Kate Long

Hailey Faith Moore

Yasmin Lopez

Maria Luna Mora Velasquez

Pablo Lopez Hernandez

Amely Morales Molina

Monserrat Lopez Mejia

Asly Nicolle Morales Pineda

Wilfredo Lopez Pineda, Jr.

Nicolas Alexander Morris

Faith Alexandra Lorino

Brittney Ann Morrow

Payton Alexis Lovett

Rebecca Gates Mosely

Olivia Nicole Lovette

James Nunnlee Mosely IV

Brent Michael Lowden

Jaden Duane Motes

John Preston Lowery

Jhair Samar Vargas

Nicholas Richard Lowery

Makenzie Collins Munroe

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Thompson High School Steve Luis Villegas

Marshall James Murner

Joshua Payton Reed

Aubrey Kate Smith

Yvonne Nimo Mwai

Kolbi Amaya Reed

Dillan Chace Smith

Anna Laura Vining

Aviance Datina Myles

Aidan Cole Reeves

Gavin Dodson Smith

William Henry Vise

Kaley LaShae Myrick

Caitlyn Anne Reichard

Hope René Smith

Mary Wanjiru Wahinya

Adrianne Marie Nalley

Jaliyah Nashaye Rencher

Jazmine Necole Smith

Allison Lindsey Waites

Melanie Thuy Nguyen

Carla Michelle Resinos

Peyton Lamar Smith

Natalie Lauren Waites

Christian Michael Nichols

Shikeim Santee Richard

Sean Michael Smith

Madison Elizabeth Waldrop

Caleb Christian Nielsen

Alison Grace Riley

Jennings Leigh Snow

Abby Grace Walker

Gedaney Gizeh Nolasco Benitez

Alexa Riojas Barron

Christian Julian Solito

Chandler Alan Walker

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Kathryn Nicole Norton

Mildred Roa Catalan

Yuliana Soto

Christopher Dylan Walker

Gracelyn Helene Noss

Adrianna Elizabeth Roberts

Abigail Laine Spates

Arieana Chyenne Wandel

Nicole Lee Nowak

Jamie Nicole Roberts

Ma’zairo A’hmad Speigner

Austin James Wanhatalo

Maggie Joe O’Neal

Joshua Greyson Roberts

Shelby Mae Spruell

Chasidy Alexzandrea Ward

Alyssa BrookeAnn O’Rear

Braiden James Robinson

Shelby Marie Stafford

William Alexander Ward

Peyton Lane Oden

Hannah Elizabeth Robinson

Sherry Nicole Standlee

Allison Isabelle Wass

Emmanuel Jamal Oliver

David Carson Rockett

Brock Johnson Stapleton

Rashard Uriah Watts

Abigail Elizabeth Olliff

Owen Riley Roden

Emily Victoria Steen

James Eric Weaver

Andrew Joseph Olliff

Juliana Nyleah Bonyel Rodriguez

Samantha Gail Stewart

Callie Jane Webb

Trey Scott Padgett

Yourguen Estuardo Rodriguez

Alvin Auntonio Stewart II

Victoria Nicole Wells

Johnathan Francis Page

Dayana Amelia Rodriguez

Jenna Grace Stobert

Tyler Anderson West

Aliandra Nicola Pappas

Hernandez

Holly Grace Stokesbary

Merlin Anthony Whaley Michael Shane Wheeler

Riley Renee Parker

Grecia Yesenia Rodriguez-Jaimes

Riley Ann Stoneback

Sawyer Douglas Pate

Cristofher Manuel Rodriguez Jobel

Savannah Lynn Strickland

Caleah Ayana Williams

Brynleigh Elyse Payne

Shelby Ree Rollo

Sarah Suzanne Sturdivant

DeAngelo Cortez Williams Devon Alexander Williams

Steven Lucas Pearce

Riana Nicole Roper

Shannan Cristine Sturgill

Matthew Joseph Pennington

Yailyn Sayuri Rosa Campos

Kaci Alyssa Sullivan

Harper Lee Williams

Terry Austin Pennington

Hannah Nicole Ross

Elizabeth Annette Sutton

Ja’Vone Negeal Williams

Ivy Elizabeth Peoples

Nathan Eli Ruha

Wyatt Hawk Swanner

Kylie Christian Williams

Jaslynn Monique Peoples

Alex Ruiz

Dakota Yachiyo Takemori

Stephanie Jade Williams Tate Andrew Williams

David Alejandro Perez Correa

Reagan Thomas Russell

Noah Edward Tanner

Ashunti DeWayne Perry

Durell Jerome Russell, Jr.

Harrison Norris Gilley Lucas Thomas

James Randol Willis

Michael Terrell Pettway

Kinsleigh Anne Sabo

Joseph Alexander Thompson

Molly Katherine Willis

Evan Graham Phillips

Wendy Yanely Salas-Parra

Raveunna Denise Thompson

Abby Cole Wilson

Jazlynn Victoria Pittman

Zachary Thomas Salter

Warryn Bradley Thompson

Allan Clark Wilson

Carlo Maurice Plott

Shaun Landon Sample

Taylor Brionne Thrash

Travis Isiah Wilson

Bayley Amanda-Ann Plumb

DeAnthony Dupree Sanderfer

Brian Tremayne Thrash, Jr.

Jordyn Ashli Winborn-Young

Jacob Judson Polk

Peyton Gabrielle Scalisi

Napassawon Timpratoom

Johndavid Winton, Jr.

Brandon Ponce Cerano

Jax Harrison Scholl

Kimberly Abigail Torres Hernandez

Landon Thomas Wockenfuss

Harrison Keith Poplin

Simon Russell Schuessler

Zachary Ryan Townsend

Raley Elizabeth Woodall

Shuanda Portillo

James Adam Self

Bryson Matthew Turner

William Boyd Woodall III Julian Alexander Woods

Zachary Tristin Raines

Nathan Campbell Self

Alexander Charles Tuttle

Savanna Joy Rakestraw

Jonathan Benjamin Sevilla

Damion O’Shae Ugbo

London Taylor Wooley

Osiris Ramirez Mondragon

Chanidria Shanteria Shamburger

Ariana Elizabeth Unger

Nicholas Carson Wright

Guadalupe Ramirez-Rodriguez

Emily Elizabeth Sharp

Elias Valencia Garcia

Kenneth Bronson Wright II

Emily Michele Ramsey

Jessica Lynne Shirley

Guadalupe Vargas-Moreno

Asia McKayla Yee

Meredith Ashten Rasp

Caroline Nell Simmons

Daelon Keshawn Vassar

Harold Daniel Young IV

Isabella Inez Ratliff

Chloe Alexandria Sims

Leah Ruth Velazquez

Carson Rhett Youngblood

Devan Kayne Ray

Jaden Alexander Sims

Karen Velazquez Reyes

Cynthia Zavala Castro

Natalie JoAnn Reach

Ian Michal Slusher

Naythen Samuel Vera

Hannah Michelle Ziglar

Ashton Lindell Reed

Asher Wilson Smith

Jose Guadalupe Villanueva Mayo III

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Dear members of the Class of 2020, On behalf of the Thompson High School faculty and staff, I want to boldly congratulate you all on this accomplishment! Graduation is such a milestone moment in your lives and in the lives of your respective families. I have deeply enjoyed our time together at THS, and I have relished in your presence, influence, and achievements.

The Class of 2020 will certainly be held in the highest regard now and in years to come. We are so proud of all that you have accomplished in your time at THS. Your achievements have been remarkable in academics, athletics, the performing arts, the academies, and across many other school and community platforms. Your involvement in national and state organizations, community projects, leadership endeavors, and countless other educational and extracurricular activities have been tremendous. You all have so much of which to be proud, as individuals and collectively as a class.

The Class of 2020 will be regarded as one of the most esteemed classes to have graduated from Thompson High School. You have achieved unprecedented academic goals at THS, including ACT scores, the number of students enrolled in AP and dual-enrollment courses, the number of students earning college credits, the number of valedictorians and salutatorians, and many other outstanding accolades. This class has one of the highest graduation rates (96 percent) and is poised to have over 90 percent of its members graduate college and career ready. Athletically, this class has been very successful, leading THS to many state, region, area, and county championships in a multitude of sports and activities. Our Performing Arts programs are second to none because of the contributions our seniors have made. Our academies and organizations are highly successful, competing and winning at local, state, and national levels. Many of our academies and organizations have seniors who are leaders at the state and national levels.

The Class of 2020 has many great accomplishments of which we all are very proud. We wish each and every senior the very best, now and moving forward. Your talents have been on display among all of us, and now it is time for the world to know you. Your positive influence and leadership have been inspiring to so many, including younger students, siblings, friends and peers, as well as the faculty and staff at THS. The pride and commitment you have demonstrated for your school and community are unparalleled. THS, Alabaster City Schools, and your entire community have been blessed by your service and contributions as individuals, students, and leaders. As you move forward, I want you all to know and believe that you can and will do amazing things. You will become outstanding adults, citizens, professionals, spouses, parents, neighbors, and leaders. I am confident that you all will influence our communities and our world in such positive ways, and I look forward to witnessing your future success and knowing you in the years to come.

Warrior Strong,

Wesley Hester, Ph.D. Principal GRADUATION 2020

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Valleydale Christian Academy 41 graduates 2408 Valleydale Road • Hoover, AL 35244 41 graduating students • This year’s class has two valedictorians

VALEDICTORIANS: CAMERON ANTHONY MEREDITH, JERICA CECILE SNOWDEN

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Lauren Taylor Caswell

Emily Ann Odum

Zamiela Ire’ Cheatam

Sydney Leigh Oncale

Lukas Clifton Barnett William Colt Bean

Devon James Dutcher

Julia Elizabeth Ponder

Hayden Michael Bellmyer

Sarah Sunday Abualhaija

Allison Taylor Gerelds

Lucas Mairinck Ramos

Maggey Ryan Gann

Spencer Reid Allen

Lillian McKay Grimes

Jayce Rae Raymond

Gregory Brennan Garrett

Chloe Abigail Bice

Emmaline Elizabeth Haynes

Kaitlin Elise Raymond

Dessa Jade Hanner

Paul Ryan Bishop

Kaylin Brielle Johnson

Savannah Marie Rogers

Sairah Louise Kilgore-Bunn

Dylan Keith Brannon

Jazmine Marie Jowers

Joseph Evans Roy

Lorelie Lynn Pate

Preston Reagan Brown

Brandon Lee Mendoza-Quezada

Fatoumata Fatima Sylla

Dalton Miles Reames

Alexis Maria Burdette

Preston Barker Moore

Sam Habeeb Albatarseh

Boone William Robbins

Kenlee Marie Carroll

Sonia Guadalupe Berenice Navarro

Morgan LeeAnn Barker

Brianna Riley Smith

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Vincent High School 67 graduates 42505 Alabama 25 • Vincent, AL 35178 Yellow Jackets • 257 students • Ranked the 45th best college readiness school in the state

Chancellor Tristan James Abbott

Sydney Inez Griffin

Eric James Overton

Xavier Chance Abbott

Joshua Bradley Hamer

Angelic Pearl Partridge

Brady Landon Ables

Malik Devon Hamilton

Matthew Logan Pate

Antonie Jay Acton

Austin Cage Harrison

Kathleen Elizabeth Phillips

Braxton Zane Allred

Brandon Michael Hayes

Zhari Anavion Posey

Paisley Elizabeth Armstrong

Joshua Trent Hayes

Alayna Jean Reynolds

Valeria Monserrat Arteaga Garcia

Cameron Isaiah Howard

Elizabeth Shyanne Riojas

Hunter Cole Baker

Equashia Shanterra Jackson

Joseph Blake Roberson

Zyikeriah Dezarai Benson

Johntavius Ryshod Keith

Madyson Cheyanne Maria Smith

Jamichael Lambert King

Treston Lavoris Smith

Manda Bell Boothe William Brent Bowyer Hayden Clint Brown

PAISLEY ELIZABETH ARMSTRONG Valedictorian

Martaviun Jelani Lawson

Zachery Ty Smith

Shonna Rena Littlefield

Jayla Deonna Smoot

Joshua Harmon Burcham

Torian Tyvon Datcher

Amanda Jean Manning

Chelsea Faith Spradlin

Kelly Rae Burkett

Angel Katherina Dates

Jackson Rashad McGinnis

Jakiya LaVonna Threatt

Katrina Michelle Caswell

Jonathan Lynn Dates

I’Kevia Shavonne McGowan

James Thomas Watts

Reagan Nicole Colvin

Molly Lenae Davenport

Kylei Ann Miller

Kaleb Dewaine Wilson

David Hayden Conley

Dusty Dale Davis

Thomas Martin Minix

Tion Damaris Wright

Jeffrey Scott Crowder

Samantha Makayla Davis

Jordan B Moler

Toni Alya Wright

Tabitha Lenise Crowder

Heather Nicole Ganey

Leslie Jennifer Molina

Jeremiah Tiyae Youngblood

Ryan Cordell Culliver

Elizabeth Lauren Glaze

Seth Chandler Nelson

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Vincent High School

To the class of 2020, Vincent Middle High School has always been my home. The teachers and administration are my loved ones and my fellow classmates are my siblings. Freshman year, my life changed and I moved away from Vincent. I knew that I had to make every effort to get back to the home I loved. Once I was home, I knew everything I did had to be for the betterment of my school.

That is where our principal, Dr. Michele Edwards, comes in. Dr. Edwards went out of her way to guide me on my path, even if that meant me going to her office unannounced...which most of my high school experience was, unannounced. I was loved when I stepped onto campus and most knew me as the “voice” of our school.

Every morning at 7:45 sharp, my voice rang throughout every classroom and hallway to bring the daily announcements to the Yellow Jacket Family. This was the highlight of my days until my junior year, when I was selected as the Drum Major of the Vincent Yellow Jacket Marching Band.

Also, I served as Drum Major during my senior year. I did not know it then, but my band and band director, Landon Manning, changed my perspective. They brought me happiness, frustration, tears, and after our final performance of the 2019 season,

sadness.

Throughout these years, many things taught me that through hard work and dedication anything is possible. One of the many things that I love about Vincent is the COMMUNITY our teachers build around us. The saying “It Takes A Village” becomes a reality when stepping onto campus at VMHS. The amount of overwhelming love and support from teachers and faculty have made this my village.

High School can be a whirlwind of emotions and experiences, but they all end up falling into place right where they need to be. My days at Vincent Middle High School have shaped me into the person I am; and the person that will show up on a college campus prepared for what is next.

Unity at Vincent has taught me the true meaning of trust, loyalty, and friendship. The friends I have made throughout the years are the people that I want my future kids to know. This has been more than a high school to me; it has become a home, one that will last forever in my heart. I’m thankful for the opportunity to have made such wonderful memories. As for the class of 2020... you will indeed go down in history.

Zach Smith Class of 2020

Congratulations Vincent Class of 2020!

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GRADUATION 2020

Vincent High School

VMHS Class of 2020, Under the unexpected circumstances that is COVID-19, we can officially call ourselves graduates. Although not the conclusion we intended, we still made it to the end of these four short years of high school. Let us remember the pleasant times, the tough times and our last times we have spent together. You should be proud of your accomplishments and your determination to see past graduation in order to achieve your dreams. As we go our separate ways, feel no sorrow for we are going to do and bring better things to the world and ourselves. For we are the class of change, excellence and resilience! Nothing will stop us from succeeding. We have stood together and will stand together stronger through this time.

The best of luck to you, our Classmates, our friends and our family,

Toni Wright and Tion Wright President and Vice President VHS Student Government Association

Dear Class of 2020,

employees. Finally, a large number of you have chosen to serve our country by enlisting in one of the branches of the US Armed Forces. For the dedication, honor, grit, and determination you have shown to achieve these many accomplishments, we are PROUD! As your senior year draws to a close, take some time for personal reflection.

Reflect upon your personal achievements, your future goals, your future life path, and your future career path. Remember your years at VMHS and embrace your many successes. Cherish the good memories and let go of the ones that are painful. Each one of you has a future that is bright and filled with endless possibilities. Go now and achieve your dreams, remember what defines you as a person, and continue to push yourself toward success. Each of you possess all that is necessary for greatness. For this, we couldn’t be more PROUD! Always remember how much we love and respect each of you. You are family to each of us, and we will always be here for each of you. We are all part of the Jacket family, and “WE ARE VINCENT STRONG”!

The administration, faculty and staff want to let each of you know how PROUD we are of the fine young men and women you have become throughout your academic journey at VMHS. We are excited about your many accomplishments, achievements and honors.

Upon much reflection, there are many characteristics that make your class so unique and very special. Your class has withstood much hardship and loss. You came into this world during uncertain times surrounding the 911 terrorist attacks. You have endured the loss of a classmate. You have lost many of the celebrations and rites-of-passage that most seniors enjoy during their final year of high school. Yet, you have done so with great compassion, love for each other, dignity, and resolve. For this, we are extremely PROUD! Your class has also achieved greatness in many areas. Academically and in the career tech fields, 100% of your class has met one of the requirements to be deemed College and Career Ready. A great many of you have accepted scholarship With Love, offers from a variety of post-secondary institutions worth thousands of dollars. Many of you participated in the inaugural Ready to Work class - which has been described as the model of excellence for our county- resulting in twenty-two job offers from established companies seeking dedicated professional VMHS Faculty & Staff

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Go now and achieve your dreams, remember what defines you as a person, and continue to push yourself toward success. Each of you possess all that is necessary for greatness.

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Mrs. Nelson, Mr. Manning, Ms. King, Mr. Riggins, GRADUATION 2020

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Westminster School at Oak Mountain 32 graduates 5080 Cahaba Valley Trace • Birmingham, AL 35242 Knights • 570 students • Ranked the 2nd best Christian school in Alabama

Rebekah Elizabeth Anderson

Mary Catherine Janice Griffith

Cole Joshua Ray

William Fields Ankenbrandt

Anna Kaitlyn Hoaglund

John Morris Richardson

Samuel Jacob Bradford

Maxwell Bishop Hunsaker

Jeremiah McCord Sachs

Sarah Frances Click

Dylane Thomas Hurd

Evelyn Elizabeth Smith

Olivia Lauren Davis

Hallie Annette Jones

John Cooper Sullivan

Cole Patrick Eddins

Campbell Phelps Lemons

Arjun Matthew Varadhan Virginia Allison Welch

Ethan Campbell Ellerbusch

Caroline Elizabeth Lund

John Andrew Newman Fulcher

Hannah Katherine Lusk

Anna Grace Wesson

Megan Hope Gache

Michael Reed Luster

Morgan Elizabeth White

Sarah Elizabeth Giadrosich

Arden Grace McCullough

Matthew Edward Wilson

Katelyn Grace Gilson

Payton Milne Metcalf

To the class of 2020, It is easy to look at the accomplishments of Westminster’s class of 2020 in an attempt to gain an understanding of who they are.

Athletic championships began mounting from the time they first competed on the varsity level; standardized test scores soared as they matured into upper classmen; applause echoed as they took to stage in performance.

Yet merely looking to these outward indicators only yields a partial understanding of this class as a whole. To truly see the gifting of this group of 32 students, one must walk the hallways with them and engage in their school experience. At Westminster we value the art of conversation, as words possess the power to comfort, encourage, and heal. It is here that the character of the class of 2020 60

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GRADUATION 2020

REBEKAH ELIZABETH ANDERSON Valedictorian

truly shines. Through their conversation we see the deep care and concern they have for one another.

The members of this class do not simply talk, they listen. We see the celebration of each other’s accomplishments, the grieving of each other’s losses, and the bearing of each other’s burdens.

And through all of it we are able to witness a deep love for one another that flows out of their classroom to all aspects of our school.

They have carried the torch of leadership well. They have served others. They have fostered community. They have led by example.

They have made things fun. And through it all, Westminster School is a better place because of the class of 2020.

Richard Cox History teacher