Shelby County Graduation 2024

Class of 2024

TIME TO REFLECT

A look at each school’s graduating seniors in Shelby County

LEADERS OF THE FUTURE

Senior spotlights celebrate those making a difference

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2024

As Mayor of Pelham, I am honored to extend my heartfelt congratulations to each and every one of you on this momentous occasion. Your journey through high school has been a testament to your resilience, dedication, and unwavering spirit. As you stand on the brink of a new chapter, I am filled with pride, knowing that our city's future is in the hands of such exceptional individuals.

Pelham has always prided itself on being a community set apart, a place where innovation thrives and dreams take flight. As you embark on your own unique path beyond the halls of Pelham High School, remember that the lessons learned there have equipped you to navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities that lie ahead.

I encourage you to embrace the journey before you with courage and conviction. Each step you take is an opportunity to carve out your own path, to define success on your own terms, and to make a lasting impact in the world around you. As you pursue your passions and aspirations, know that Pelham stands behind you, ready to support and cheer you on every step of the way.

As you leave behind the familiar and venture into the unknown, may you thrive in all your endeavors. May you find fulfillment in your pursuits, joy in your accomplishments, and strength in the face of adversity. Remember, you are not just graduates of Pelham High School; you are the architects of your own destiny, poised to leave an indelible mark on the world.

Congratulations, Pelham High School Class of 2024! May your futures be bright, your hearts be full, and your dreams know no bounds.

With warmest regards,

A path apart.

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FROM THE PUBLISHER

When the class of 2024 began their senior year back in August, this day seemed like it would never get here.

The anticipation of graduating is unlike anything else we experience in life, but similar in the fact that it gets here faster than we expect.

Throughout the 2023-2024 school year, seniors across Shelby County have spent their time creating lasting memories, and now, the moment has arrived to walk across the stage and take that next step in life.

It’s a crossroads where you look back and wish time could have gone slower, that you could savor in the special moments a little longer, but a moment where you look ahead to all of the possibilities of a life and dream you get to chase.

With that realization, it is also a time to celebrate, which is why we take the time each year to put this special product together.

The goal of our graduation publication is to highlight every graduate for each school in Shelby County, all valedictorians and a few other special seniors who have left their mark on their institutions.

It is a publication that takes a lot of cooperation from principals, counselors and many others every year in a tight window of time, but one that is worth it to give all graduates an opportunity to recognize their achievement.

To get to this point in life is a milestone that doesn’t come easily. It takes effort from the student, support from family and friends and great leaders in education.

Most importantly, it takes never giving up. Whether you’re the smartest in the class, or skate by (like I did), we all have moments of doubt, anxiety and stress as we grow into the person we are supposed to be throughout high school.

Those moments, however, are what have you set for greatness. As students, you have faced the right challenges to prepare you for life, and if you go into it with the right attitude and work ethic, you will be lined up for success.

To the class of 2024, you have earned this moment. Don’t ever forget where you come from or how you got here as you set sail to blaze your own path. Congratulations to each of you!

Alec Etheredge, Publisher and President alec.etheredge@shelbycountyreporter.com

Briarwood Christian School

125 graduates

6255 Cahaba Valley Road • Birmingham, AL 35242

Lions • 1,850 students • No. 2 ranked private K-12 school in Birmingham area

Dear class of 2024,

Let me begin by congratulating you on your graduation from Briarwood Christian School. You have completed a 13 year journey that is now coming to end. Though my time with you has been short, thank you for making an incredible impression on me and what it looks like to be a Briarwood graduate. We speak often of making disciples, being resilient learners, courageous leaders, responsible stewards, and having compassion towards our neighbors. As the Head of the Upper School I have seen

Allison Anderson

Claire Andrews

Kate Atkinson

Charles Ball

Adyn Barbour

Jackson Barnes

Brock Bono

Samuel Brewer

Lynnlee Briggs

Emory Brown

Peyton Bryars

these traits and characteristics time and time again displayed by you, the amazing class of 2024.

It is now your turn. It is your turn to go and change the world and spread the unending light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are built for this mission. When fear strikes, seek courage in Him. When anxiety hits, find peace in your Savior. When you are hurt and lonely, turn to healing and intimacy with Christ. He has gone before you in all that you do and will never leave you or forsake you. Continue to embrace the gifts and talents the Lord has blessed you with

Elaina Burt

Amelia Bush

Claire Butcher

Lindsey Butler

Jonathan Cain

Elle-McGinn Campbell

James Carr

Coleman Carter

Caleb Chapman

Sawyer Click

Caleb Coker

and go be world changers.

Finally, know that you will always have a place at Briarwood. Do not let this be the last time we hear from you. Be a great alumni. Come back and support our mission and help pay it forward to those that come behind you. Now go and crush the next few years! We love you and you will be greatly missed!

Bo Morrissey,

Head of the Upper School, Briarwood Christian School

Jackson Cooke

Jackson Cornish

Palmer Covin

Jackson Cowden

Elizabeth Denard

Mary Dicen

Piper Dickinson

Spencer Dickinson

Thomas Dickinson

Kelsey Donohoo

Anabela Doss

EMERSON MAUGHAN

Valedictorian

Benjamin Drescher

Sarah Ellison

Abigail Emmons

Evelyn Epps

Justin Faurot

Hartwell Forstman

Anna Frost

Maggie Gerelds

Erin Gilbert

Andrew Gill

Greyce Godbehere

Caroline Goocher

John Goolsby

Barrett Grant

Aylah Grappo

Walker Gray

Michael Greer

William Greer

Linley Griffin

Nikole Hardy

Anna Hatfield

Katie Headrick

Stella Helms

While walking the halls of Briarwood Christian School during her final weeks of high school, Sarah Grace Leonard can’t hold back the overwhelming feeling of accomplishment.

After suffering a brain injury in October 2016, Leonard was unable to participate in gymnastics and cheerleading. While this was an incredible challenge for her, she feels that she has overcome it.

“I was able to start cheering my freshman year, which has been the biggest blessing,” Leonard said. “Once I was taken out of gymnastics, because of my brain injury, I finally got to start back on a team. That’s been a huge part of my high school experience.”

After a few short years on

Blake Herritt

Matthew Hester

Cooper Higgins

Louis Hoff

Anna Holdefer

Carleton Hollis

Abigail Hunt

Finlee Johnson

Caroline Jones

Matthew Jones

Andrew Kassouf

Jonathan Keller

Meredith Kellum

Makenzie Key

Rylie Ledbetter

Tyler Lee

Colleen Lehane

Avery Leonard

Sarah Leonard

Tyler Lin

William Livingston

Katherine Lloyd

Luke Long

Elisabeth Loudon

Thomas Loudon

Chloe Lowery

Lauren Luker

Max Luster

Gabe Margene

Cassius Martin

Charles Mathe

Emerson Maughan

Jeb McCary

Gavin McGullion

Ansley Murphy

Mary Murphy

Lynley Newdome

Jorgia O’Brien

Zachary Olson

Samuel Philley

Peyton Pulliam

Avery Ray

Benjamin Reebals

Madison Reynolds

Michael Reynolds

Jackson Roberts

Sarah Grace Leonard

the cheer team, Leonard became the captain at the start of her senior year, something she credits to her fighting spirit.

“Doctors told me that they couldn’t do anything for me for years,” said Leonard. “I just had to stay connected with my friend the best that I could and put all of my trust in the Lord. I had to fight and work so hard to get to where I am today.”

reer. She feels that the time management and communication skills she’s learned in school have set her up for success at Auburn University. While excited about her years in college, Leonard looks back on years at Briarwood fondly, recalling some of her favorite memories on the football field.

Kelly Rollins

Gianna Rubino

Thomas Saunders

Luke Schultz

Christian Shaffer

Anna Skinner

John

David Slowikowski

Stanley Solomon

Jacob Souders

Brenner Statt

David Stubbs

Samuel Stutts

Michael Suco

Wilder Sylvester

Luke Taylor

Charles Thompson

Joshua Thompson

Brooks Travis

Megan Tripp

Alan Vickers

Hana Vickery

Avery Walding

Anne Hampton Walker

Along with her years of cheerleading, Leonard credits her teachers for how prepared she is for the next steps she will take in her academic ca-

“While holding the banner at my first football game, my friends and I didn’t know to let go of each other,” Leonard said. “Of course, we ended up face-planting and getting run over by the football players.”

Leonard is looking forward to the social aspect of college, becoming acquainted with new people and new experiences. She even plans on going through sorority recruitment, where she hopes to find her home on campus.

Leonard also plans on majoring in occupational therapy after her battles with her brain injury.

“I want to go and help other people who are in that same experience,” Leonard said. “I’m hoping that if I do pursue that path, I can become a pediatric occupational therapist.”

Leonard says that she was diagnosed handicap due to her injury. After experiencing how difficult it is to come back from that, she wants to offer other the hope that she had, in any way possible.

Briarwood Christian School

Calera High School

241 graduates

100 Calera Eagle Drive • Calera, AL 35040

Eagles • 1,013 students • 19th best public high school in Birmingham metro area

Dear class of 2024,

Congratulations on graduating!!! This will be the first of many major accomplishments due to your steadfast, dedicated work ethic. As I reflect, I can’t help but be filled with a wide variety of emotions with this class. We all entered Calera High School at the same time, during the most difficult time. This class has taught me so many lessons on being persistent. This class has been innovative and creative in an effort to make the most of your high school experience. You all have left a solid founda-

A’Moray LilyAnn Abrams

Johnny Wayne Aguilar, Jr.

Ariana Julissa Alas Mira

Jacob Taylor Alford

Kaitlyn Noelle Ankersen

James Steel Armstrong

Zikeria Avery

Caleb Galyn Babcock

Javier Balderas

Kyla Nicole Banks

August Rylee Barr

tion to be built upon.

As I have stated to this class before, adversity will be a constant in your life, but be encouraged because you have been equipped with tools to overcome it.

As you move forward, I encourage you to find what makes you happy and never stop pursuing your dreams. Be dedicated in your pursuit to be great, and greet every day as an opportunity to make a positive impact.

Lastly, take time to slow down, laugh, and soak in every last experience. Reflect on your high school experience and the relationships you have built with everyone

Ashley Elizabeth Nataren Barron

Jaquon Mckinsley Barron

Makylah Shadai Barron

Drake LeVon Bell

Cameron K. Belton

Camilla Bertschinger

Rebekah Leigh Birk

Jada Simone Blake

Lucas Gavin Blankenship

Sonya Yolanda Bradley

Jordon Dior Bray

you have encountered. Do not forget to thank those around you who have helped you along the way.

Thank you for being an inspiration. I look forward to hearing and seeing the positive impact you have in your next phase of life.

I am honored to have been able to experience this journey with you as your principal. #FlyAsOne

Chris Myles, Principal, Calera High School

Chasity Leigh Broadhead

Alyssa Breanna Brown

Alyssa Claire Brown

Emma Grace Brown

Madison Camille Brown

Jencyn Amaya Bryant-Williams

SaNiyah Noelle Burks

Troy Ashton Burks

Ja’Khara Demyia Burns

Jaelynn Athalone Bush

Thomas Morgan Bush

NOAH CARLISLE Valedictorian

Calera High School senior Javier Balderas has been involved in the band since his junior year. While he says it’s not usual to join that late into high school, it’s an experience he’s grateful for.

“If it weren’t for me joining, I wouldn’t have met some of my closest friends,” Balderas said.

Balderas has been playing the tuba since he joined the band and is even band president for his senior year.

Throughout high school, Balderas says he’s built a community at Calera. His teachers have played a major role in his development, always pushing him to try new things and do his best.

“They try to understand each student and are so encouraging,” Balderas said.

Riley Sims Butterworth

Antwone Lamont Byrd

Caitlyn Alyssa Byrley

Alston Bailey Carlisle

Noah Michael Carlisle

D Ivan Rodrigo Carmona

Ainsley M. Carter

Carmen Elizabeth Castro

Zachery Ryan Chelette

Ahmari Kameel Collins

Branton Micheal Confer

Jacob Adam Conn

Colton Ryan Cooper

Kharlis S Cooper, Jr.

Jeremyah Rashad Ameer Craig

Timothy Alexander Crim

Abigail Madeleine Crouse

Shalyn Christine Thomas

Jonah Brock Davenport

Nichole Lynn Davenport

Sarah Anne Davidson

Maggie Elizabeth Davis

Tristan Cobit Degenett

Brodie Dennis

Cambridge Amber Denny

Skye Asiena DeRamus

Javier Balderas

“I’m going to miss the connections I’ve made through classes.”

Balderas has been committed to Auburn University since Oct. of 2023. There, he plans on majoring in engineering, focusing on aerospace engineering.

“I want to work for an organization that works with space travel,” Balderas said. “That might sound crazy, but I do want to be able to build those crafts they send up there.”

He says that the classes he’s had the opportunity to take in high school have heled pre-

Christian Allen Dexter

Eva Faith Driver

Lauren Michelle Dryden

William Earl Durden

Jayson William Andrew Dwyer

Emilee Paige Edwards

Joshua Tyree Elmore

Julius Caleb Elmore

Kefir Rylan Emery

Nikolas Epstein

Yanneiri Airam España Hernandez

Tamia Shanee Fairbanks

Cali Florence

Jamariun Dewane Ford

Noah Daniel Fowler

Blakely Nicole Freeman

Lucio Cruz Frye

Kenny Gainer II

Abby D. Gaiters

Ava Krystina Gaiters

Liberty Madison Gaiters

Brock Ivan Gallahan

Caleb Joel Gallegos

Elijah William Garrison

Jaciel Gonzalez Borbonio

Nicholas J. Greene

pare him for the college level.

“Through AP and honors classes I’ve learned time-management and study skills that I’ll be able to take with me to college,” Balderas said. “Sometimes I don’t make a perfect grade on a test, but my teachers always reassure me that it’s okay to not do perfect.”

Through his teachers’ encouragement, he can move into the next chapter at Auburn confidently.

While he’s optimistic about his future, Balderas says he is

Amanda Yvonne Guillory

Jorge Alberto Gutierrez Takajasi

Wilmer Danilo Gutierrez

Asya Marí Hall

Skylar J. Hallman

Tyde Alexander Harrison

William P. Harrison

Dean Colin Hartkopf

Skylar Simone Hartman

Tavis Ellis Hatch

Arwen Elizabeth Henderson

Zariah Sa’Mar Henderson

Gustavo N. Hernández

Blas Herrera Diaz

Aniyah Israe’ Herring

Brionna Renay Hester

Alana Madeline Hobbs

Nakial De’Mond Holland Jr

Connor Lee Holmberg

Alex Trent Hopkins

Lawrence Jacob Huffman

Caleb Alphonso Hunter

Emma Grace Hurt

Kennedi Symone Irby

Amber Chyenne Isbell

James Parker Jackson

going to miss Calera and the community he’s a part of.

“Some of my friends are going to Auburn, so I’ll be able to take some of what I have with me,” Balderas said. “It’s the fun nights with friends and seeing people in the halls every day that I’ll miss.”

Balderas is looking forward to his choice of classes at Auburn, and being able to focus on things he’s truly interested in. The independence in college is something that he can’t wait to get to.

“I’ll be able to pick my own classes and take about any elective I want to,” Balderas said. “I’m hoping to meet people that have similar interests in my classes, and maybe get involved on campus.”

Madysin Amari Jackson

Masiyah Makae Jemison

Samiyah Jemison

Antonio De’Juan Jones Jr. Imperess Agape Jones

Jayda Na’Shay Jones

Joshua Cornelius Jones

Russell Lamont Jones, Jr. Yasmin Jones

Viviann Mukami Karanja

Latravian Deshun Kelley-Chambliss

Autum Nichole Kidd

Adrianna Lacole Shandrell Kincey

Jaden Davon King

Kaylee Ann Koons

Jayden Ray Lacroix

Molly Lawley

Zoe Lenoir

Owen William Leonard

Gilani Little

Aspen Fox Long

Robert Gage Loveless

Allison Katherine Lowery

Cara Renee Marley

Jaleel Rahim-Adeyinka Matanmi

Jenna Caitlin McCaffety

Calera High School

Adam Scott McCartney

Lyteria Marshae McCastle

Janyla Charlene McCollum

Devin McCray

Jake Patrick McDonnell

Kaleah Marchelle McGuire

Lauren Elizabeth McKnight

Alyssa Danielle McMurray

Daisy Grace Middleton

Layla Michelle Miller

Ulisses Molina-Becerra

Chamaria Moore

Donavon T. Moore

Michael Dewayne Moore Jr.

Savannah Rebecca Moore

Solomon G. Moore

Nigel Tyler Morin

Eric Conner Mosley

Kam’Ryan Dell Moultrie

Justin Cooper Murner

Emma Rose Murphy

Hailey Nantz

Raven Imoni Naugher

Kathryn Rose Nettles

Brandon Gatu Ngatia

Ava Lan anh Ngo

Mya Valentina Nunez

Justine Grace G. Omamalin

Brenda O. Moreno

Nduka K. Osanu

Rheagan Elizabeth Overton

Daniela Padilla Cambrón

Jordan Chase Paige

Aaliyah Desrea Parker

Alicia Rena Parker

Ric’Terica Jayda Parker

Tristan Sahar Parson

Taylor Alexander Peake

London Janae Peterson

Laila Alise Pratt

Mallory Lynn Ranieri

Joshua Rhoads

Ainslee Kate Richardson

Hannah Elizabeth Rivas

Ahmi Onna Roan

Karen Itzel Farias

Keely Elizabeth Rollf

Sergio Ruiz-Hernandez

Ovidia Vasquez

Aymen Saba

Rafael Salcedo Ojeda

Ana Gabriela Sanchez-Ruiz

Harper Reese Sanders

Morgan Alexis Ann Seales

Da’shun Burandous Seay

De’Mia Resha Shackelford

Zachary Mica Sharpton

Aidan Carter Sheffield

Jacob Sherrill

Aubri Ann Denise Sims

KeiShawn JeMarion Sintrail

Robert Slagle

Ayden James Slaten

Braylen Michael Smith

Chloe Makayla Smith

Jade Amaya Smith

Joshua Denson Smith

Madison Gabrielle Smith

Sanaa Nichelle Smith

Taylor Nicole Smith

Treasure C. Smith

Nathan Smitherman

Benjamin Solis

Jillian Lane Spanick

Tyson Isaiah Starks

Aubrey Mckenna Stewart

David Alan Stewart

Molly F. Strickland

Edward Demaine Tabor

Christopher Shawn Tate Jr

JaKayla Darnaé Terry

Aja Mackenzie Thomas Tierren Thomas

Montgomery James Thrower

Mackenzie Faith Tolliver

Andrewilliam Torres Quintana

Kate Elizabeth Townley

Madison Nicole Towns

Morgan Nicole Towns

Michael Andrew Tucker

Lauren Hope Tunnell

Seth William Wade

Jeffrey Lee Warner

Blakley Isabella Werner

Logan Corinne West

Areyuanna N. Williams

Ava Imani Williams

Genesis Gehnala LeGrace Williams

Jacob T. Williams

Jaylin R. Williams

N’Kya Areyuanne Williams

Tyler Leyah Williams

Madilyn Grace Wilson

Nora Zapata Hernández

Ready to soar

The Calera High School class of 2024 left a mark in several facets of life and is now ready to take flight into the next stage of life.

Chelsea High School

315 graduates

10510 Couty Road 11 • Chelsea, AL 35043

Hornets • 1,433 students • 95th best public high school in Alabama

Dear class of 2024,

Congratulations on your accomplishment of reaching the important milestone of being a graduating senior at Chelsea High School. I always look forward to honoring our graduates, and am thankful to be able to reflect on the talented, unique, and hard-working group of students we have in our school. It has been a privilege watching you achieve at high levels in academics, extracurricular activities, and through your contribution to the community. During your time here, you have collectively embodied the pillars of learning with integrity, serving others, and courageously upholding your character that we emphasize here at Chelsea High School. Your class represents many diverse

ideas, personalities, interests, and backgrounds that all come together to create a special school that provides opportunities for personal growth, prepares graduates to succeed in all aspects of college and career choices, and helps forge meaningful friendships. It is for this reason that your graduation is meaningful, and truly a day of celebration. We are very proud and excited for each of you as you enter the next phase of your lives.

The future will hold challenges and success, good times and difficult ones, and each day will have opportunities for personal growth. As you move forward, I encourage you to follow your passion, and greet every day with effort and commitment so that you can make the world a better place for you and those around

you. That is what we are all tasked with, and that is certainly what you all deserve. I have great confidence that you will create such a pathway as you continue to grow both personally and in your professional endeavors. In doing so, graduation will not be the great achievement for you, but only a mere beginning to a very bright future.

Thank you for all that you have meant to our school and community. I am grateful I have the opportunity of being your principal and I wish you all the best in every facet of your future endeavors.

Brandon Turner, Ed.D.

Principal, Chelsea High School

Samantha Taylor Abbitt

Carter William Abrams

Jared Michael Abston

Madison Johanna Acre

Madelyn Grace Adams

Ahmed Hassan Ali

Antonia Alonso Correa

Morgan Alexis Andrews

Taylor Ryan Armbrester

Maddox Joel Aycock

Joshua Monroe Bailey

Max Andrew Bailey

Mollie Kate Bailey

Savannah Marie Bailey

Walker Reed Baker

Kylie Dianne Banker

Andrea Sofia Barreto Habano

Vivian Anne Barrett

Kaleb Roberts Bass

Sara Elizabeth Baumann

Spencer Andrew Bausch

Jaydah Grace Bearden

Carter Shane Bedsole

Samuel Edward Benefield

Caylee Rhea Black

Jonnelle Jaynae Blue

Sarah Margaret Boackle

Hannah Rose Bousman

Madelyn Nicole Bradford

Samuel Alexander Bradley

Harrison Robert Brakefield

Raymond Michael Bridgeman

Anderson Lee Brooks

Isabella Grace Brouillette

Eryk Anthony Brown

Bay Newell Brush

Natalie Katherine Bugg

Casey Michael Bunfield

Paige Elise Bunyard

William Connor Burley

Madison Kate Burton

Parker Owen Campbell

Lawrence Michael Carbonie III

Melora Michelle Cargile

Owen Hugh Carlson

Ashlee Aleksandra Castillo

Gisella Kate Cazcarro

Trenton Ryan Centini

Cainen Seth Chancellor

Robert Andrew Cheslock

Karis Day Christian

Savannah Grace Clayton

Kennedy Leigh Cleasant

Jonathan Aidan Cockrell

Jayla Nichole Coleman

Gavin Michael Collett

Caiden Paul Conolley

Tyler Christian Coogan

Wyatt Marshall Coolidge

Adam Bradford Cornwell

Blair Nicole Cornwell

Kyler Alan Cowart

Dalton Lee Cox

Ann Thomas Crawford

Maren Elizabeth Crossland

Jackson Ellett Crosswhite

Brandon David Cruz

Neyda Jazmin Cruz-Cruz

Nehemiah Stephon Cummings

Angel Anne Curiel

Jack Eugene Davis

Logan Thomas Davis

Peyton Cole Davis

Zachary William Davis

Rylee Sara-Ann DeBord

Maximo Errol DeLorme

Hannah Ann Dempsey

Sloan Christopher DeWeese

Chandler Lee Diamond

Lily Maria DiGiovanna

Mary Kendyl Dojonovic

Evan Vinh Dong

Anna Lane Draper

Haley Marie Duke

Morgan Elizabeth Eddy

Zachariah Blanton Edwards

Jordyn Ainsley Eldridge

William Macon Ellison

Brady Lawson Elrod

Madeline Suzanne Epperson

Cooper Rex Etheredge

Elizabeth Joy Eubanks

Anna Caroline Farry

Sarah Elizabeth Fayard

Nicholas Graham Fielding

Jayren Edward Fields

Reagan Annette Fink

Gabrielle Grace Finney

Nicholas Charles Fogle

Janie Frances Fortner

John William Fortner

Marjorie Caroline Foster

Kerrington MacKenzie Foxe

Jacob Eugene Fulghum

Avery Deshaun Futch

John-Edward Riku Gallagher

Olivia Ann Garrett

Patrick Scott Garrett

Shawn Thomas Gates

Britney Nicole Gifford

Jacob Thomas Glidewell

Alayna Marie Goss

Zackary James Gray

Hunter Reed Gulledge

Abigail Grace Guy

Zachary Alexander Malicah Hair

Elijah Brooks Hairston

Hallie Claire Haisten

Emily Grace Hamm

Caleb Parker Handley

Qassim Isaiah Harbor

Kye Joshua Hardy

Makenna Faith Harper

Gavin Randall Harris

Justin Alan Hayes

Gracelyn Yvette Haynes

Raven Caspian Darcy Hensler

Alejandro Hernandez

Kolbe Reese Hess

Cohen Wesley Hester

Jamie Jean Holsombeck

Javion Quintellas Holyfield

Quinton Jeremiah Holyfield

Zachariah Allan Hopson

Shelby Elise Horton

Zander Scott Horton

Maisie Anne House

Mattilynn Elisabeth Howard

Hunter Cole Hudson

Kylie Grace Humphries

Skyelar Jade Hunt

Andrew Tyler Hurst

Zachary Hunter Ingram

Eliana Karina Inoa

Jeffrey Wayne Jackson

Landon Macaleb Jackson

Margaret Hazel Jackson

Helen Andrea Jimenez

Brant Matthew Joffrion

Andrew Clark Jones

Isabella Catherine Olivia Jones

Olivia Grace Jones

Landon Christopher Keith

Eko Nicole Kennedy

Owen Andrew Key

Elie Eun Hae Kim

Claire Alison King

Laylani Uniece Larry

Catherine Elizabeth Lartigue

Alyssa Pila’r Latham

Jonathan Nathaniel Laughlin

Karley Ann Lawson

Clara Medeiros Leal

Caleb Ian Ledlow

Jennifer Celeste Lee

William Carter Lee

Christina Lovette Lewis

Zachary Carter Lieberman

Baylee Tatum Liles

Kara Nicole Lindstrom

Braxton Garner Lowery

Bella Lane Lyvers

Braden Tyler Macon

Brock Kenneth Marlow

Jack Hayes Marlow

Lance Nelson Martin

Tristan Talence Martin

Baylor Reese McCluney

Anna Kathryn McCombs

Noah Aaron McCrary

Alana Kathryn McCulla

English Kale McDaniel

Kayley Anne McEachin

Samuel Crew McGaha

Lauren Elizabeth McGhee

Selene Paige McInnish

Ellen Avery McKinney

Molly Bleu McKinney

Mya Cailin McLaughlin

Landon Clark McLevaine

Maddox Patrick Michael

Ella Elizabeth Miller

Samuel Brian Zane Miller

Daisy Garland Mitchell

Kynnedi Andrea Mitchell

Logan Abel Moller

Kenai Mondragon-Cayetano

Maci Jaye Moore

Elizabeth Anne Moreland

Matthew Miller Moreland

Alexandria Burkleight Morgan

Ava Scott Morgan

Emily Michelle Nabors

Jacob David Nall

Frances Elizabeth Nelson

Anna Elizabeth Nettuno

Julieanne Emmaline Newman

Nate Quang Ngo

Theresa Aithanh Nguyen

Tristen Del O’Berry

Krista Breanne Ordes

Mikalyn Olivia Ordes

Makayla Kristine Ortega

Campbell Allyn Parker

Mason Andrew Parker

Jackson Gabriel Parmley

Carter Joseph Parrish

Bella Patel

Mara Ciana Paulk

Cody William Pearson

ELIAS RAFAEL SERRANO

Valedictorian

Theresa Nguyen has been involved in numerous clubs and organizations throughout her four years at Chelsea High School.

While being involved in the health science program and Ambassadors, she grew her interpersonal skills.

“Those organizations especially, have really propelled my ability to put myself out there,” Nguyen said. “I’m able to present myself in a way that represents our school well, but it’s preparing me for future endeavors as well.”

Including the programs she’s been involved in, Nguyen explained what she’ll miss most about her time at Chelsea.

“My teachers have been so special to me, always answering questions and encouraging me,” Nguyen said. “They’re very insightful and I’ve been able to lean on them at any time.”

While growing up in a single-parent household, the community Chelsea offered Nguyen kept her going through the challenges she faced.

“Being able to say hello and have a conversation with just about anyone I came across truly makes my day,” Nguyen said.

“That’s one of many things I’ll miss about Chelsea– the people.”

While Nguyen has not decided on where she will spend her undergraduate days, she knows she will have a home at her future alma mater. Nguyen has been accepted to both Harvard University in Massachusetts and Stanford University in California.

She’s interested in a variety if topics, making it difficult for her to decide on a major. However, Nguyen says that she’s leaning toward studying international relations or business.

“I’ve learned the value of hav-

Theresa Nguyen Congratulations class of 2024!

which may be a basic thing, but I am so blessed to have that.”

Either college she attends in college is far from her home in Chelsea, but that’s exactly what Nguyen was looking for.

“I’m excited to meet people from all around the country, and learn about their experiences,” Nguyen said. “I think that who you surround yourself with is so important, so I’m excited to be around peers that have interests similar to mine but come from completely different backgrounds.”

ing a good leader through my involvement,” Nguyen said. “I think it would be cool to work in an administrative role, but I’m not sure where.”

Although she’s uncertain of what path she will take in the future, with an interest in international affairs she thinks a government role may be a good fit for her.

Headed into her next chapter, Nguyen is certain that the community she has in Chelsea will be evergreen.

“Everything comes back to the support system I have here,” Nguyen said. “I will miss my teachers and friends the most,

Growing up in an immigrant household, Nguyen has viewed the opportunities she’s had so far as a privilege.

“I’m doing it for a bigger purpose than just for me,” Nguyen said. “Growing up in that environment, as well as seeing the struggles that my family went through kind of propelled me to want to work harder to emphasize how much their sacrifices mean to me.”

Nguyen says that staying true to herself and true to her character is something that was instilled in her at a young age, and something she plans to carry with her through her future, wherever she ends up.

Colton Luke Peek

Jasmin Perez Enriquez

Damian Perez Zamora

Joshua Taylor Peterson

Madeline Leigh Phillips

Marietta Elizabeth Pigford

Luis Adan Pineda Ventura

Carsyn Mackenzie Polk

Brayden Cole Ponder

Noah Alton Pontius

June Elizabeth Price

Marshall Edward Puckett

Abigail Claire Purkey

Carson Shawn Quattlebaum

Molly Katherine Raciborski

Lauren Olivia Rawls

Tyler Duane Rayford

Anna Grace Reed

Cassidy Toy Reynolds

Michael Preston Conner Rice

Isandell Javier Rivera-Miranda

Cameron Thomas Rivers

Tristan Tyler Robbins

Cameron Brianne Roberts

Erin Reese Roberts

Blanca Isabella Robertson

Caroline Lane Rogers

Kearstyn Hailee Roll

Stephen Francis Kiprotich Rono

Emerson William Russell

Grant Reed Saether

Logan Thomas Sanders

Thomas Rowan Sanders

Alivia Leigh Sandridge

Macy Elizabeth Savage

Aria Jewell Schexnayder

Ava Michelle Schweikher

Allyson Genea Seaberg

Elias Rafael Serrano

Hannah Elizabeth Setliff

Destiny Athea Sexton

Isabelle Diane Seymour

Kerithe Merisol Shavers

Ada Elizabeth Shears

Jaxon Keith Shuttlesworth

Tyler Ross Simpson

Brandon Cole Sims

Natalie Nichole Sims

Brooke Marie Slay

Griffin

Thomas Smith

Sydney Kathryn Smith

Jonathan Hall Snead

Steven Christopher Spears

Sage Thomas Speer

Connor Seth St John

Ainsley Jane Moss Steele

Reagan Chirstine Stevens

Cory Hunter Stewart

Leah Marie Stickley

Nicholas Grant Sulenski

Jeremiah James Sumlin

Samantha Lynn Sutton

Summer Nicole Swindle

Brook Elena Tadeo-Orozco

Matthew Robert Thomas

Edward Gabe Timberlake

Miller Patrick Topazi

Zachary Ellis Townsend

Nicholas Jet Traffica

Brantley Aldridge Treadway Rea Lillian Truman

James Dylan Tumbahangfe

Isabella Angelina Urbanski

Melah Kate Vail

Wilbur Valencia-Nava

Isabella Marie Venegoni

Courtney Layne Vick

Carson Scott Vickers

Jessica Guadalupe Villanueva

Lizbeth Villanueva-Navarro

Jake Ross Vining

Olivia Hope Walker

Zoe Faith Walker

Jillian McKenzie Webster

Brody Michael Wesson

Christen Alexander Whetstone

Makenzie Logan Whitehurst

Walker Lee Wilbanks

Isabelle Sara Willis

Kristen Lillie Wills

Luke Alan Wilson

Jakeb Derek Wood

Kameron Lee Yellock

Juliana Ricci Zatta

Zachary Isaiah Ziegert

Coosa Valley Academy

graduates

Dear class of 2024,

As Coosa Valley Academy’s Head of School, I would like to honor our senior class of 2024 and all of their accomplishments.

I realize that the world around us is changing in a fast pace. However, please remember that you are God’s child and he will always be there for you. As this chapter ends for you, God has already written all of the chapters in your life.

What a wonderful book of life you will have if you allow God to guide you in your path. You as a class have among you strong

Jolie Ella Baker

Kaydee Lauren Brannen

Brody Alexander Davenport

Margarita Iraida Drake

Johnathan Allen Falkner

Addison Leigh Fields

Chloe Somer Lael

Lacey Renae Miller

Coby Sean Moore

Madison Nicole Morris

Chloe Elizabeth Ollard

Jamison Scott Pack

leaders, compassion for others, and competence to improve this world.

My challenge for you is to stay on course and complete your goals. In life you will face challenges, disappointments, and setbacks but always look for God’s guidance and he will lead your path straight.

Love you always,

Pamela B. Lovelady,

Head of School, Coosa Valley Academy

Elizabeth Grace Peoples

Dustin Brian Prickett

Jacob Tyler Bernard Sims

Kaeden Antonio Smalls

Konner Slade Steele

Zachary Kent Swalley

Trinity Brennen Thomas

Joseph Russell Tyson

Logan Henry Vincent

Hunter Austin Willis

Brycen Staton Wilson

Dear class of 2024,

In only a few weeks, you will be graduates. The next chapter of your lives will commence, and as that date approaches, you might be wondering if you are ready for whatever comes next. As someone who has known you for several years, I can say without hesitation that you are ready. From the outside looking in, I see young men and women who are very intelligent, highly adaptable to change, and determined to do well, especially when someone doubts you. You have been given a strong spiritual foundation and an excellent education. You have

tried hard things and thrived. You are surrounded by family and friends who love you, and you are guided by a heavenly Father who will never leave you.

Still, such a drastic step can be scary. Maybe you are wondering if you will be able to maintain the level of success you have had in high school. (You will.) Perhaps you are worried about making the right decisions. (You will, as long as you realize that life is about trial and error, and being resilient.) Maybe you wish you had all the answers NOW. (You will not.) I remind you what Philippians 4:6 tells us: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situa tion, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present

your requests to God.” Life is about taking risks, but I encourage you to take those risks after much prayer and study in the Word. I ask that you use your minds and not simply follow your heart. Emotions can cloud judgment, so be careful. I admonish you to gather moments, not things, and strive to live in a way that reflects the love of God to others. By honoring the knowledge that you have gained thus far, you will find in time that God’s plan is

Kiersten

Abby

Holden

Damian

Sydney Jade Perkins

Chloe Madison Shoemaker

Jackson Andrew Waugh

Noah S. Gassner

Katherine Nicole Houston

Bethany Rose Lee

Maria Linville

Mahala Merrifield

Blake Morris

Palacios

KATHERINE HOUSTON Valedictorian

Evangel Christian School

170 graduates

423 Thompson Road • Alabaster, AL 35244

Lightning • Eighth largest graduating class in Shelby County as a home school

Thomas David Allred

Judah Allen Armistead

Hunter Caleb Atkins

Caeleb LeJuan Austin

Hannah Katherine Austin

Julia Rebecca Ayers

Akierra Lee Faith Back

Rosalia Mae Baker

Halsie Ruth Bardin

Zane Alexander Barlow

Sydney Michael Barnett

Eva Lilian Leigh Barrett

Alexandria Lee Bass

Abigail Grace Baugh

Charli-Ann Marie Baugh

Julia Marie Belcher

Callyn Grace Bennett

Hannah Lynne Benson

Brighton Gavin Birchfield

Hayden Michael Black

Michael Warner Blackstone

Brooks Carter Boothe

Hayden Reed Bradley

Cade Daniel Brady

Anna Elizabeth Brasher

Jacob Bryant Brister

George Owen Bugnar

Evan McCormack Bussell

Neil Patrick Bussell

Corey Daniel Calvin

Ashton Michael Campbell

Kendall Denise Carpenter

David Girardi Cassimiro

Dakota Hesston Cavin

Cahlin Martin Cheek

Harris Baldwin Clanton

Leslie Camille Cline

Kensley Grace Clough

Annalysse Nicolle Cochran

Morgan Taite Cooper

Abigail Grace Cossiboom

Kade Ashton Crowson

Josephine Ellen Cuneo

John Taylor Ray Curran

Evelyn Joy Daniels

Bailey Elise Davis

Bailey Morgan Davis

Ethan Mitchell Davis

Landry Olivia Davis

Micah Alexis Davis

Carys Larkyn Dean

Carson Shane Donovan

Colton Layne Dorough

Sara Elizabeth Evans

Claire Elizabeth Fisher

Alec Gabriel Fullman

Vincent Isaac Gamble

James Kaleb Gardner

Harrison Klein George

Jackson Paul Goldfon

Alyssa Charis Goodson

Steven Luke Gray

Shace Blake Green

Davis Russell Gurley

Walker Timothy Guy

Zoe Mariana Hagler

Sydney Elise Hancock

Alli Kathryn Handley

Cana Scott Harwell

Michael Davis Harwell

Laney Bonita Hinton

Joseph Luke Hollis

Katherine Elaina Holsomback

Lana Victoria Horton

Tucker Alan Howard

Brock Addison Humphrey

Dante Huntley

Noah Kade Hurd

Joshua Gary Jennings

Emily Lynn Johnson

Lily Katelyn Raye Johnson

Ava Genevieve LaBreche

William Lane LeGrand

Nathan Richard Letourneau

Joshua Edward Looman

Luke Chandler Lovvorn

Benjamin Finley Lumpkin

Annalise Claire Lund

Ethan Moore MacCaughelty

Austyn Leah Mallette

Jordyn Ashley Mallette

Sadie Grace Martin

Sarah Olivia Martin

Sarah Katherine Marvin

Chloe Noelle McCann

Magan Grace McKinley

Hayden Seton Meredith

Connor David Miller

Ashton Blaze Milliken

Carissa Renee Mooney

Dylan Jacob Morman

Alexandria Burkleigh Morgan

Brandon Caronell Morrow

James Houston Mullins

Samantha Grace Myers

Brooke Alexandra Nettles

Abbey Diane Neville

Nathan Everett Owen

Zoe Elizabeth Owens

Madelyn Brooke Palmer

Madeleine Claire Parker

Allison Marie Patrick

Brayan David Pavon

Sweden Scott Petry

Emmerie Jean Ponder

Lanie Cate Prier

Adam Anwar Punjani

Jessica Hope Reaves

Carter Pershing Steele

Richardson

Hannon Matthew Richardson

Braden Lee Roberson

Lucy Anne Rochester

Anabelle Claire Rushing

Sophia Jeannine Sanders

Nathaniel Richard Santley

Hunter Christopher Schlehmeier

Carter Reid Schultz

Claire Olivia Schultz

Nathan James Seat

Tallulah Jeanne Sikes

Lucille Elizabeth Sirasky

Emily Caroline Sisco

Anderson Bradford Smith

Aria Elizabeth Smith

Joseph Alexander Smith

Elizabeth Claire Spears

Shon Kennedy Stallings

Clay Alexander Stanton

Elizabeth Claire Stephens

Sage Lewis Stephenson

Brodie Houston Stoudenmire

David Christopher Stoves

Anthony Christian

Tamburello

Hubert Tatum Taylor

Lillian Florence Thomas

Eastlin Zion Thompson

Scout Lorenzen Thornton

Katelyn Elizabeth Tompkins

Noah Mark Turner

Gage Joshua Tutor

Andrew Kenned Valentine

Norah MarLee Vaughan

Lillian Margaret Veal

Elizabeth Anne Walker

Maggie Irene Wall

Grady Wilburn Watkins

Daniel Kincaid Watson

Hallie Jewel Wells

Alyssa Alexandria Werk

Zoe Estelle Whatley

Mary Frances Wheeler

Matthew Joseph Williams

Micah Seth Willoughby

Asher John Wilson

Kirby Lee Windsor

Luke Andrew Windsor

Braelee Jae Woods

Madeline Rose Woodward

Gabriel Terry Yaeger

Sienna Elisabeth Zellner

GABRIEL TERRY YAEGER Valedictorian

Evangel Classical Christian School

15 graduates

423 Thompson Road • Alabaster, AL 35244

338 students • Ranked the 18th best Christian school in Alabama

Dear class of 2024,

Benjamin Tyler Carew

Olivia Taylor Carew

Ellen Rose Hindman

Rachel Lee Hunt

Kelsi-Beth Hope Kinney

Samuel Edward George Mack

Katherine Bailey Mills

Jacob Harris Milner

Baylor Patton Parker

Joe Dawson Patrick

Megan Isabelle Plumb

Addison Grace Popinski

Michael Cole Romano

Samuel Alexander Viles

Seth Thomas Watts

Congratulations to our ECCS Class of 2024 graduates! We are so proud of the exemplary young men and women you are. The next chapter for which you have been preparing now lies directly in front of you. You are ready!

Our prayer is that you continue to trust and obey Jesus as you are presented with opportunities to further His kingdom. Let His word be a lamp unto your feet. Approach challenges with boldness, resilience, and perseverance. Be citizens of strong character marked by respect and kindness.

While your paths may take you to places very far from here, always know that ECCS loves you and welcomes you back. Soli Deo gloria!

David Long, Head of School, Evangel Classical Christian School

SAMUEL EDWARD GEORGE

Helena High School

278 graduates 1310 Hillsboro Parkway • Helena, AL 35080

Huskies • 1,397 students • Ranked the 36th best high school in Alabama

Carson Thomas Acker

Carter Collins Adair

Cristofer Aguirre-Jacuinde

Alhanna Grace Allen

Ayden Luke Allen

Emmie Grace Allison

Martin Alvarez Corona

Gunnar Scott Anderson

Luke Jordan Anderson

Gavin Blake Anderton

Charles Scott Bailey

Mallory Brighton Bailey

Samuel Ray Bainter

Logan Scott Barber

Thomas Robert Barberini III

Audrey Grace Barbier

Eva Lilian Leigh Barrett

William Michael Beagle

Emory Reaghan Beane

Caroline Rea Beck

Abbey Kate Bedsole

Carter Henry Beech

Ashlynn Marie Beery

Amelia Jane Beland

Jacob Lane Bell

Hayden Lane Berry

TUCKER BREMER Valedictorian

Emery Rees Bishop

Jackson Brandon Bivins

Davis Craig Bjornstad

Linda Estelle Black

Abigail Blair Blevins

David Eric Bouler III

Ethan Riley Boyd

Hannah Claire Bradford

Ava Renee Brasfield

Tucker Andrew Bremer

Rian Tomlin Broderway

Katie Wynne Brooks

Tremaine Maurice Brooks

Jakkob Jonathon-Wesley Brown

Anthony Braden Browne

Andrew Thomas Brunson

Ashlyn Brooke Bullock

Kaleb David Burke

Tripper Kaley Burnette-Brown

Ryan Christopher Burton

Elizabeth Kate Busby

Kelia Faith Butler

Madeline Elise Calma

Ethan Keith Campbell

Charlotte Rose Carroll

Robert Joseph Carter

Ava Paige Casey

Diana Castelan

Rafael Castellon Jr.

Abigail Marie Cerwick

Jordan Phillip Chapman

Isaac Samer Charif

Nicolas Patrick Cisneros

Aubrey Noel Clark

Janelle Simone Clark

Kya Teresa Clements

Madison Elizabeth Click

Ethan William Coker

James Andrew Comer

Oscar Contreras Martinez

Addisyn Renee Cook

Andrew Walker Cook

Grayson Bradley Cook

Caitlyn Ashley Copeland

Connor Timothy Copeland

Parker Ryan Copeland

Jocelyn Nicole Cortez Venegas

Dominick Abel Cortez

Abigail Brook Cory

Zorriana Janay Cosby

Tyler Louis Cotney

Abigail Elizabeth Cowan

Kyle Kingsley Craig

Brady William Cummins

Jenna Claire Curtis

Holden Roy Cutchin

Kellen Chase Daniel

Abigail Jane Darden

Carli Delane Darden

Haylie Elizabeth Deifenderfer

Aiden Dakari Demouchette

Owen Andrew Dickerson

Jessie Dimas Martinez

Ledare Cameron Dodson

Carson Dylan Doss

Kimberly Lynette Duenas

Dear class of 2024,

To the graduating class of 2024, I wish you the very best in any and all of your future endeavors. I hope that your experience at Helena High School has been as memorable for you as it has been for me.

In the years to come, I hope you can look back at your time at Helena High School and have fond memories, but remember

Ameliah Hope Dunavant

Joseph Aiden Earley

Jordan Alexander Edwards

Joseph Dudley Ellis VI

Hannah Lee Espinoza

Samantha Ann Ezekiel

Jackson Reed Fancher

Kristopher Hayden Farish

Grayson Patrick Farr

Elizabeth Anne Fitts

Jack Robert Fitts

Princess Denise Fluker

Grace Aundreanna Freeman

Alwaleed Mohamed Gad

Anna Marie Gassner

Lily Cathryn Gentry

Jackson Paul Gibson

De’Antraniece Monique Gilbert

Joseph Anthony Gilbert

Christian Jacob Gilmore

Myles Christopher Gladden

Anna Beth Goodman

Skylar Perry Goodwin

Nicholas Kayden Gossett

Madelyn Belle Gray

Lauryn Madison Green

Jakob Colin Greer

Leiloni Ja’El Greer

Nicholas Ryan Griffin

Andrew Anthony Griswold

Jeremy Gudino

Hunter Marion Hale

Kodi Edward Hall

Lilly Elizabeth Hall

Stephanie Analin Hall

Tucker Anderson Hamilton

Caleb Ryan Haney

Hutson Dean Harper

Tamira Layne Harris

Sean Alexander Harrison

these are not your best years, the best is yet to come. Enjoy the years you have ahead. As you start the next chapter of your life, step out of your comfort zone, try new things, and explore different opportunities. There are a variety of learning opportunities that extend beyond the classroom.

I encourage you to keep kindness, empathy, and compassion at the forefront of your mind as you interact with others in your life. Make a positive impact on

Noah Jackson Hart

Charles Andrew Hayes

James Ethan Hayes

Kyler Lee Heberling

Jordan Tiona Maliah Henderson

Jack Christopher Hendrix

Brianna Marie Henry

Kassandra Hernandez

Caleb Joshua Hewlett

Caleb Daniel Higgins

Addison Shelby Hines

Jorden Tyler Holifield

Riley Katherine Hollabaugh

David Mason Honeycutt

Hannah Lian Hooven

James Timothy Horn

Makenzie Alexis Horn

Austin Taylor Horne

Lillian Danielle Howell

Morgan Taylor Howland

Riley Talese Hudson

Samuel James Huff

Andrew Julius Huffman

Madison Elizabeth Ingber

Anna Grace Ingram

Reese Tremayne Ingram

Desmon Alex James

Addison Marie Jett

Ian Fredrick Johnigan

Caleb Daniel Johnson

Damere Lamar Johnson

Faith Michelle Johnson

Jacob Allan Johnson

Caleb Michael Jones

Dillon Benedict Jones

Henderson Tucker Jones

Wilik Martez Jordan

Sophie Isabella Danielle Karczewski

Brooklyn Marie Kelley

Isabel Reese Kennah

the world by lifting others up and fostering the same sense of community that you have worked so hard on here.

Whether you are going to college, planning to travel, or heading to work, find your place in this world. Stay true to yourself and do what makes you happy while contributing to the betterment of society. I hope that you learned valuable skills and lessons here at Helena High School that help you with the next chapter of your life.

Auria Nicole Kennedy

Mackenzie Kayleigh Kinsella

Noah Riley Kissinger

Riley Grace Kitchens

John Gabriel Knight

Daniel ONeal Knighten

Aiden Lee Kohler

Matthew Branton Laird

Ranea Edith Lambright

Clayton Breland Lancaster

Harold Payne Landrum

Parker James Latham

Lila Cadence Latimer

Chloe Madison Lawrence

Lily Grace Leake

Noah Ryan Lewis

Eoin Edward Lindsey

Presley Elizabeth Lively

Harrison Gray Long

Joseph Michael Lott

Jaden Marie Lowery

TiAnna Reese Markham

Christopher Brian Marroquin-Mojica

Jackson Tyler Martin

Madison Anne Massone

Austin Cole Mathis

Ethan Tyler Mathis

Akila Nuru Maxwell

Jacob Lee Mayfield

Kendrick DeWayne Mays

Aylsha Nicole McCall

Emma Ryan McCann

Melik Leon McCord

Laci Kate McCugh

Jeslyn Ann McDaniel

Travis Walker McDaniel

Alexander Cole McGriff

Gabrielle Grace McKenzie

Isaac Sawyer Meinberg

Arianna Mendoza-Corona

Helena High School

You are at a point where you get to decide what you want to do for the rest of your life, so choose wisely.

“Follow your passion, stay true to yourself, never follow someone else’s path unless you’re in the woods and you’re lost and you see a path, then by all means you should follow that.” - Ellen DeGeneres

Ashley Bahr, Principal, Helena High School

Mackenzie Noel Meyers

Julian Meza Medina

Ava Bree Middlebrooks

Emma Kathryn Miller

Reece Thomas Mims

Tristan Xavier Mitchell

Henley Kate Montalbano

Cailyn RaShonne Moor

Alexandria Grace Moore

Justin Tyler Moore

Trey Joseph Moore

Sharon Beatriz Morales

Logan Robert Moran

Troy Samuel Morris

Harley Kate Morrison

Bryleigh Fahy Morton

Arin Outoun Movsesyan

Madeleine Wanjiru Muhindi

Trinity Alyse Murdock

Gabe Gentry Murphy

Addison Leigh Nahrgang

Derricka Lasha Nelson

Kaden Alexander O’Neal

Ethan James Odom

Emma Elizabeth Olive

Mardel Fernanda Orozco Abarca

Olivia Grace Orton

Ashleigh Makenzie Otis

Macy Emma Ozley

Brady Ryan Parker

Laylah Ayliunna Patterson

William Allen Pattillo

Marvis Denielle Payne II

Hudson Ryan Pennington

Gianna Rose Pepe

Austin David Peterson

Landon Trent Pharo

Ethan Scott Phillips

Ethan Taylor Pierson

Bennett Wiley Plowden

While Helena High School senior Ryan Wellman has spent his four years in high school studying and preparing for his college career, he attributes his growth to his time in the Helena Huskies Band.

“The band has taught me that putting in hard work pays off,” Wellman said.

Wellman picked up the alto saxophone in the sixth grade while playing in the middle school band. Now, Wellman sits fourth chair in the concert band and served as the section leader for the marching band during the previous season.

Wellman expressed his gratitude for band directors Jeff Burnside and Brent Traylor, as they have been two of his greatest influences, setting him up for success and en-

Ryan Wellman

couraging him along the way.

“Both of them have shown what a good leader looks like,” Wellman said.

“They’ve been great mentors through high school, showing (the band) how to balance work and life.”

Reflecting on experiences at Helena High School, Wellman recalls silly memories of marching band camp. As one camp day was coming to an end, him and his friends decided to see how many people could sleep in one tent.

“We ended up with almost

40 in one small tent,” Wellman said. “It’s one of my favorite memories from that camp.” Wellman is also a member of numerous honor societies including Mu Alpha Theta, the National English Honor Society, the TRIN Honor Society, the National Technical Honor Society and the Spanish Honor Society.

In the fall, Wellman plans on continuing his education and music career at Auburn University. His interest in cyber security led him to major in software engineering. Wellman

said he discovered his admiration for software engineering through computer science classes throughout high school.

“Being able to participate in these higher-lever classes has prepared me for how rigorous my college courses will be,” Wellman said. “The classes they offer at my school have directly prepared me for what I wish to do in college, which I am grateful for.”

Headed into college, Wellman is eager to embrace his independence in the next chapter of life as well as the opportunities to try new things while meeting new people.

“I am excited about the quality of the education I’ll be getting, but I’m so interested in the atmosphere at Auburn,” Wellman said.

Alfonso Ernesto Polanco-Salguero

Caleb Dale Pounds

Haley Ann Pourciau

Amber Nicole Powell

Kaylee Petal Pruitt

Cammi Grace Pugh

Jake Thomas Quick

Rory Ashton Randazzo

Eli Jalen Ray

Jonathan Manuel Rector

Haley Elizabeth Reynolds

Adrianna Nicole Rice

Joshua Christian Ritondo

Jackson Allen Roberson

Joseph Phillip Roberto

Molly Graham Robinson

Adrian Rodriguez

Molly Marie Rollan

Nathaniel James Romans

Miah Guinn Rosener

Joseph Taylor Sanders

Reese Austin Sanders

RoNiya Simone Savage-Holmes

Madison Katherine Grace Saville

Lauren Cate Sawyer

William Harrison Saylor

Hope Christian School

87

graduates

419 Philippians Boulevard • Pelham, AL 35124

Eagles • 2,000 students • Have five valedictorians this year

Dear class of 2024,

In the passage of John 15:1-5, Jesus tells us that He is the Vine and we are the branches. We are to ABIDE in Him and bear much fruit. As we study God’s Word and apply it to our lives, we will increase in Christ-likeness and produce quality fruit that benefits the body of Christ.

Be faithful to stay connected to the pattern of reading God’s Word and living a life of Christ-likeness. Move consistently in the right direction toward Jesus. The routine must become the reward. In other words, our worship, our God time, the reading of God’s Word and prayer will bring the fruit even though we may not see it now.

Jeremiah Aaron

Shaine Allen

John-David Barrett

Amelia Batten

Andrew Beatty

Lillie Grace Bell

Kaylynn Benefield

Benjamin Black

Lauren Blankenship

Isabella Bryant

Timothy Bunn

Anna-Grace Butts

Caleb Cannon

Jason Cole Chamblee

Norah Childers

Le’Fay Clements

Samuel Coleman

Daniel Crump

Wesley Cupp

Gabriel Curl

Jacob Davis

Camden Davis

Focus on Jesus and decide what is important. There are two things that will last forever: God’s Word and People. Just like the grapevine needs to be fertilized, watered, and tended, we as believers in Jesus are to routinely follow Him, faithfully attend places we are taught His principles of life and worship Him.

DON’’T QUIT. DON’T GIVE IN. ABIDE in Jesus. In the Service of King Jesus.

Wayne Atchison, Connie Atchison, Dawn Burchfield, Administrative

Staff, Hope Christian School

Josie Ehlman

Hayden Evans

Christiana Fitzgerald

Anna Fowlkes

Jacob Franklin

Cooper Franklin

Gabriel Garcia

Anthony Goggins

Carencia Goosby

Joshua Guerrero

Trevor Hall

Andrew Hamilton

Lauren Harbin

Isaiah Harris

William Henry

Natalie Hicks

Sydney Higdon

MacKenzie Hosmer

Anthony Hyde

Natalie Jacobsen

Jacob James

Brandon Joseph

Sarah Kelly

Donovan Key

Zarah Lantrip

Lottie Bell Larsen

Lydia Lichyter

Walter Long

Alyssa Long

Ella Grace Lunsford

Chad Lyles

Kathryn Madison

Jenna-Gray Manning

Jack Patrick McCanna

Emma McCluskey

Daniel McWhorter

Christian Monk

Bridget Monson

Isabel Morrisse

Justin Newton

Andrew Paul

Jenna Peebles

Ashley Portillo Valle

Emerson Pressnell

Aidan Seale

Braxton Seale

Charley Self

Joseph Sherrow

Sara Spivey

Samuel Sturdivant

Ian Supplee

Isaiah Syx

Abby Tidwell

Kyle Troncalli

Samuel Isaiah Truett

Francis Joseph Tsai

Madison Tucker

Zachary Vega

Michael Scott Vick

Katelyn Walker

William Watts

Rhett Wingard

Audrey Wright

Mikeila Young

Scylla Grace Rutherford

BRIDGET MONSON Valedictorian

SAMUEL COLEMAN Valedictorian

CHRISTIAN MONK Valedictorian

SAMUEL STURDIVANT Valedictorian

DANIEL CRUMP Valedictorian

Indian Springs School

68

graduates

190 Woodward Drive • Indian Springs, AL 35124

327 students • Ranked the best private high school in Alabama nine years in a row

Dear class of 2024,

It seems like just yesterday that your parents were dropping you off for your first day at Indian Springs. The nerves and anticipation of that day have been replaced with growing confidence and a sense of self. Although there have been long and tiring days along the way, in hindsight, we can all agree that the years have flown by. You will soon arrive on campus one last time as a student and leave as new Indian Springs alumni. Wear this badge proudly, for it is a great accomplishment. Your journey was hard but worthwhile. Never shy away from hard challenges throughout your life. You will be made better for trying.

Graduation is the culmination of your Indian Springs journey as a student, but it is just an inflection point in what I know will be an incredibly successful and meaningful life journey. On behalf of the faculty, staff, and administration at Indian Springs, congratulations to you on your remarkable personal accomplishments and collective achievements. More importantly, let

me share my gratitude for the contributions you have made to the Indian Springs community. It has been an absolute pleasure watching you grow over the years, sharing laughs with you, and seeing you flourish in our classrooms, on our stage, on our athletic fields, and in every other endeavor you have undertaken.

As you prepare to travel your unique path and the inevitable twists and turns of life, know that you are prepared to do so, that you are worthy of the challenges ahead, that you are more than capable, and that you are loved. We eagerly await to see all you will achieve in life beyond high school and will celebrate every significant milestone from afar. Your Indian Springs family will miss you dearly, so we hope you will come back to visit often.

With admiration and gratitude,

Scott G. Schamberger, Head of School, Indian Springs School

As a violinist, Sydney Schneider has spent years practicing her discipline while participating in the choir at Indian Springs High School.

She has been the president of the treble choir for the last year and has taken music ensemble classes to continue working on her skills with her violin, which she began practicing at age 9. Even her music teacher, Dr. Jung, has encouraged her every step of the way.

Schneider says that the choral group and ensemble class has been a large part of what’s made her, “Spring’s experience” great.

“It’s a great way to bond with my peers,” Schneider said. “It’s not every day you get to play music with your closest friends.”

In 2022, Schneider participated in the Alabama Youth Symphony Orchestra, where she was selected for the Na-

tional Youth Orchestra. She had the opportunity to travel with the orchestra, playing in various states, and eventually playing in Carnegie Hall.

“It allowed me to broaden my perspective on the music world,” Schneider said. “I’ve really liked the diversity of the classical music world, and helped me establish many connections.”

ing her community. Part of what makes the school special to her is all of the opportunities for involvement.

While looking forward to her time in college, Schneider is saying her final goodbyes to the friends she’s made throughout her time at Indian Springs.

Schneider feels that she has been blessed to attend Indian Springs, where she gets to enjoy the campus while build-

“I will really miss my community,” Schneider said. “My teachers that have shaped me and my friends that have been there for me through everything– I will cherish the experiences I’ve had with them.”

Sydney Schneider Congratulations class of 2024!

She plans on attending Vanderbilt University, majoring in violin performance. Although she doesn’t have a clear career path yet, her collegiate career is something she hopes will set her down the correct path.

“I know I want to pursue a career in music, I’m just not sure what that looks like yet, but attending Vanderbilt will help me in setting those goals,” Schneider said.

Headed into this next chapter in her life, Schneider is most excited about the music department, where she’ll spend most of her time.

“I’ve heard that it’s very supportive, and encouraging, but also competitive in a way,” Schneider said. “I know it’s pretty small, so just establishing myself in that community and making friends with kind of the same passions and objectives as I have is exciting to me.”

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BETH SCARBOROUGH Mayor

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Montevallo High School

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Jayla Simone Anderson

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Lisbeth Avilez-Cantero

Aylin Almora-Sosa

Lorraine Gail Baker

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Wailyn Trent Benton

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Hailey Reigh Brantley

Abbigail Nicole Bryant

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AIDEN HARDY GLENN Valedictorian

Osvaldo Carranza-Lopez

Malachi Alaric-Kahsai Cartwell

Geno Roosevelt Anthony Chapman

Jacob Childress

Ja’Von Deonta’ Chism

Devin Ray Colbert

La’Teria Tralia Craig

Jaydon Brock Cummings

Haley Thao My Dang

Stephen Lakyn Davis

Andy De La Cruz

Braden Ryan Douglas

Erin Kennedi Dukes

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Jordan Dewayne Gaines

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Tyler O’Bryan Gentry

Jamison Lyle Goodwin

Bailey Alison Hamrick

Emilyano Hernandez-Maldonado

Ashton Reid Holmes

Zander Patrick Honeycutt

Brianna Elise Hudson

William Emmory Inabinett

Ryan Alexander Ingram

Breanna Elizabeth Jalomo

Magaly Jimenez-Casillas

Andrew Jimenez-Quiroz

Dear class of 2024,

First, I want to thank each of you for a remarkable school year. You have shown tremendous fortitude and perseverance throughout your tenure at Montevallo High School.

I pray you will look back at these moments to find strength and guidance as you move into the next stages of life. Many of you will soon transition into college or the military, while others will shift into the workforce. As you take those next steps, it is important to recognize the support system that encouraged you through this

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process.

You have created lasting memories and relationships with peers, teachers, coaches, and many others. May those recollections and accords never fade or perish. As you pass through the halls of Montevallo High School one last time, I hope you take the time to reflect on the lessons learned from this wonderful place.

Lastly, I encourage you to always lean on your faith, hold on to the hope, and love with all your heart. You are now, and forever will be, part of the bulldog family. Best wishes and Go Dawgs!

Steve F. Bromley, Principal, Montevallo High School

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Jonathan Leon Magdaleno

Luis Alberto Martinez

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Montevallo

Montevallo High School

Montevallo senior Devin Colbert has spent his years in high school achieving goals he set for himself at the start. He says the competitive environment encouraged him to keep pushing through.

“I found out about the rankings for my class’s top 10 my freshman year,” Colbert said. “That pushed me to get the top the best that I could.”

Colbert credits his successes in high school to teachers and faculty, as they pushed him to strive for the top spot in his class.

Outside of class, Colbert participated in numerous clubs including SGA and Future Teachers of America. He also played on the cross country, track and tennis teams.

During his time in SGA, Colbert held office as Vice

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president. He believes this experience is unique to his experience, teaching him lessons along the way.

“It’s definitely helped me become a better leader,” Colbert said. “I’ve learned to keep my composure when things don’t go as planned.”

He shouted out his counselor, Leslie Walker, for her never-ending support.

“It would be after school hours, but if I reached out to her she always got back to me,” said Colbert. “She has supported me in achieving my goals since my freshman year. She’s

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very hands-on, which is something I’m grateful for.”

Looking ahead to his time in college, Colbert is most excited about the research opportunities at Clark University in Massachusetts.

With interests in vastly different topics, he plans to study both biochemistry and creative writing.

“I know those are very different from each outer, but I want to do so many things in the future,” said Colbert. “I want to be a doctor and an author. I enjoy the research aspect involved with each of them.”

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Junior Israel Sanchez

Kelvin Anthony Sanders

Trevor Grady Sanders

Devan Wyatt Shaner

Savannah Brooke Simson

Tristan Brianna Stoutermire

America Michelle Tafoya-Ayala

Jamarcus Treyvon Thomas

Keiala Cher’ee Thomas

Tyler James Thompson

Colbert’s college decision to make the move to Massachusetts didn’t come lightly. He said he spent time researching his school and the town before making his final decision.

“I found that the university is very involved with the community of Worcester,” Colbert said. “That means a lot to me since I plan on being involved across campus.”

Colbert is excited to become immersed in a new environment. He’s interested in getting involved with their environmental club, which partners with local organizations.

“I am so excited to see the different culture in a northern state,” said Colbert. “I’ve lived in Alabama my entire life, so moving to a new state will be completely different.”

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Edgar Tinajero-Posadas

Christian Antonio Tolbert

Brandon Daniel Valencia-Patino

Ivan Carlos Villegas

Takiya Monay Wade

Ava Kenzley Webb

Quiyana Gabrielle White

Jordan Isaiah Williams

Izabella Zavala

Devin Colbert Congratulations class of 2024

Oak Mountain High School

392 graduates 5476 Caldwell Mill Road • Birmingham, AL 35242 Eagles • 1,540 students • The No. 21 public high school in the state and No. 2 in Shelby County

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Darrius Lamar Agee Jr.

Da’Sha Iman Agee

Nathaniel David Agliata

William Clayton Allen

Everett Tucker Alley

Kathryn Reese Alvis

Lily Grace Anderson

Rylan Hampton Anderson

Virginia Mae Anglen

Ana Lidia Aragão Avelar

Logan Christopher Arlint

Carter Scott Austin

Anna Elizabeth Bailey Harrison Christopher Bakane

Ava Catherine Baker

Elizabeth Nicole Barnes

Stella Marie Barnes

Jackson Scott Beard

Luke West Bearden

Emma Clair Bellamy

Miles Jackson Belter

Samantha Alexis Bennett

Caroline Kaye Berger

Catherine Grace Binzer

Jackson Wayne Blackwell

Matthew Vincent Boley

Nicholas Joseph Bomar

Daniel Bond

Destinee Ja’Yana Boyd

William Browne Bramblett

Jordan Claire Breedlove

Aiden James Briggs

Holden Lee Britton

Lily Grace Brockman

Kaitlyn McKenzie Brom

De’Juan Cortez Brown

Abigail Elizabeth Brunson

Cody James Buckingham

Nathaniel Shawn Bumpers

Jenna Rachel Burson

JOHN WHITMIRE FLETCHER

Valedictorian

Oak Mountain High School

Dear class of 2024,

I would like to begin by saying congratulations for an exceptional 2023-2024 school year. It is a joy to be surrounded by students who are not only high achievers in the classroom, but on the stage, and in the field of play, as well. You make coming to work every day a pleasure and inspire me to be a better person.

As you prepare to embark on the next chapter of your lives, whether it be pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or exploring other paths, remember the lessons you’ve learned and the values you hold dear. Never forget the value of hard work and determination.

Take time to consider the impact you would like to leave as you

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search for your passion. Seek inspiration as you look to your role models or individuals who are already pursuing their passions. Their guidance and experiences can provide valuable insights and inspiration as you search for your own. Learn to be patient with yourself and give yourself grace on your path to success.

I am confident that the Class of 2024 will make a positive impact on the world, leaving a legacy of excellence, compassion, and integrity wherever your journey may take you.

Andrew Gunn,

Principal, Oak Mountain High School

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Craven Powers Dunham

Hadley Lu Eddins

Ava Caroline Edwards

Grant Michael Egan

Bradley James Eggers

Mia Grace Eiler

Emerson Kathryn Elliott

Lily Katharine Elliott

Samuel John-Chapel Ellis

Adrienne Maria Emmerson

Jett McEwen Evers

Audrey Elise Faircloth

Aaron Christopher Farish

Helen Claire Farley

Cassi T Farmer

Isabella Ann Farmer

Katherine Elizabeth Farquhar

Andrew Benson Field

Cecil Holland Fields

Alissa Bailey Fisher

Natalie Renee Fixler

John Whitmire Fletcher

Nickolas Edwin Florence

Andrew James Flowers

Abbie Faith Foree

Payton Abigail Franklin

Thomas Harrison Freeman

John David Frey Jr.

Allison Clare Gagnon

David Garcia Godoy

Jorge Emanuel Garcia

Samuel Breland Gardner

Sydney Jane Garrison

Hunter Matthew Gaskins

Audrie Dawn Gay

Amelia Elizabeth Gibson

Anna-Scott Ruth Gingras

Evelyn Yanelsi Gonzalez Hernandez

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Ava Marie Good

Gunnar Stokes Gorman

Carolyn Marie Graham

James Harrison Graham

William Christopher Greene

Gage Brooks Guyther

Woodrow Enoch Hackbarth

Charlotte Rose Hageman

Ana Lynn Tia Hagood

Colby Owen Hagood

Christopher Gray Hallmark

Elijah Luke Ham

Shadrach Mark Hamlin

Corrin David Hammett

Nathaniel Stefan Handler

Harley Tanner Harbison

Annabelle Sophia Harper

Brentlee Ann Harpole

John Alexander Harrison

Julian Scott Harrison

Grace Elizabeth Harry

Joshua Bradley Hart

Anna Claire Hartsell

Shannon Reed Hartsfield Jr.

Elijah Augustine Haskin

Emmelia Isabella Haskin

Owen Michael Hauser

Emma Jordan Hawkins

Charles Maxwell Haynes

Addison Lynn Hazlewood

Ava Brooke Heath

Ava Mirabella Heaton

Lydle Cole Heinze

Stephanie Hernandez - Alamillo

Estefani Hernandez Fabian

Connor Joseph Herrero

Kaleb Linn Hester

Katherine Copeland Hill

Luke Jameson Hill

Ella Reese Holt

Jayden Ryan Hopson

Grayson Elizabeth Hunt

Jakhi Rashad Hutchins

James Walter Hutchinson

David Thanh Huynh

Erin Elise Ingram

Roger Jack Isbell II

Lynley Faith Jackson

Samuel Kunamu - Efima Jallah

Kevin Michael Jasinski

Sophia Faith Jeter

Earnest Emanuel Johnson

Jewel Stevana Johnson

Noah Bryant Johnson

Nathan Scott Joiner

Breanna Michelle Jones

Jeorjia Unree Johnya Jones

Patrick Timothy Jones

Emma Madeline Jordan

William Samuel Junkin

Maximilian Alexander Karell

Laura Elizabeth Kelley

Sadie Kay Kelly

James Harrison Kilgore

Stephen Garrett King

Luke Stephen Kolar

Kaitlyn Hannah Kurian

Joslyn Izela Lacan Tzul

John Allen Lacy

Sydney Elise Laing

Parker Dickson Lambeth

Austin Michael Lancaster

William Dane Lancaster

Julius Ilmari Kristian Lappalainen

Ian Riley Laughlin

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Alexia Nicole Lee

Oak Mountain senior Evan Peng has played trombone in both the marching and concert band for four years, being section leader for the last two. He recognizes his experiences in the band as a large part of what he will miss about the Eagles.

“I’ll miss the community I have in the band,” said Peng. “The work we put into a show to produce something great to show off – that feeling of hard work is worth missing.”

Peng began playing the trombone in the sixth grade, but his love for music sparked with the piano at age eight.

“When I picked up the trombone, I knew that was it,” Peng said. “I put so much time into music, it’s something I’ll never

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Aidan William Long

Romina Lopez Jimenez

Chase Dawson Love

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Thomas William Lucas III

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Lauren Faith Maddox

Nicholas Cooper Mahaffey

Jonathan Mancera-Sanchez

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regret doing. I love it.”

While Peng spent countless hours in the band room, he also spent time studying and discovering a passion for physics.

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He credits his teachers for allowing him to explore numerous topics in classes and encouraging him along the way.

“My teachers have always pushed me to give my best effort,” Peng said. “I know college will be more difficult, but in the AP classes I’ve had the opportunity to take, my teachers

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have more than prepared me for the work.”

While he took a variety of AP courses, Peng shouted out to his AP Euro teacher, Ms. Lewis.

“She gave me every opportunity to learn,” said Peng. “She has been one of my favorite teachers, one of the most encouraging.”

Putting his skills to the test outside of the classroom, Peng participated on the math team as well as in the scholar’s bowl. He was also a part of the Key Club, which is a club that prior-

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John Anderson O’Neal

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John Louis Ostenfeld

Susan Marie Otts

Kayla Ellen Ownby

Erik Stewart Oxford Jr.

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itizes serving the community.

He feels that his involvement in various clubs and the marching band have prepared him to juggle the heavy workload in college, while maintaining a social life.

“Having good time-management skills is crucial for college success,” Peng said. “I’m ready to take that next step because of my teachers.”

Headed into college, Peng plans on continuing to participate in extracurriculars on his campus. He will attend the University of Alabama to study both physics and math.

He plans to take advantage of his opportunities at the university and pursue a master’s degree, taking him one step closer to becoming a professor.

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Luis Alexis Plata-Garcia

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Anna Kathryn Pretnar

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Aidan Michael Riley

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Caleb O’Brian Salter

Trishona Satkuri

Jacob Christian Saturday

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Brady William Saville

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Alicia Claire Scott

Ava Grace Scroggins

Jason Drew Sears

William David Connor Self

Matthew Hale Senter

Elizabeth Ann Sewell

Jeremiah Matthew Sewell

Yeseung Shin

Om Shrestha

Rhayssa Priscylla Silva de Oliveira

Ashleigh Marie Simpkins

Gentry Michelle Sinn

Morgan Caroline Sivel

Harry Andrew Slovensky

Ayden Nicole Slover

Avery Elizabeth Smith

Camille Marguerite Smith

Ethan Kent Smith

Hailey Claire Smith

Reese Evan Smith

Sawyer Edward Smith

Melinda Jean Smitherman

Sugey Arianna Soldevilla

Javiera Alejandra Soto Alvarez

Camden Asher Spangler

Alayna Paige Speed

Thomas Anthony Spina

Lauren Olivia Stephens

Ryan Jackson Stewart

Georgia Louise Stock

Carly Briana Street

Ella Audrey Strickland

Mary Ryan Sutton

Sophia Antonia Swanson

Andrew Jozsef Szasz

Jackson Reid Tanner

Tiger Lily Taylor

Courtney Marie Thomas

Haylie Claire Thomas

Logan Scott Thomas

Elleana Taylor Thompson

McKinley Flossie Thornton

Jack Ivan Tittle

Tristyn Cofer Vardaman

Olivia Ann Varnedoe

Yovany Pedro Velasquez

Erica Faith Vice

Julia Grace Vincent

Brock Bowen Vines

Leah Elizabeth Vines

Evan Alexander Walker

Taylor Blake Walker

Ashton Lucus Ward

Aaron Isiah Webber

Roger Conrad Wentowski IV

James Anthony Whatley

Mary Virginia Whatley

Regan Whitaker

Vivian Ruth White

Mabrey Lynn Whitehead

Parker Judson Wilder

Peyton Grace Wilding

George Ashton Willard

Emmett Jabbar Williams Jr.

Ryan O’Neal Williams II

Skyler Grey Williams

Rylie McKenna Wilton

Nathaniel Alan Woods

Ethan Daniel Wortmann

Alivia Reese Wylie

Abby Lillian Jeanette Young

Eddy Zarate

Pelham High School

254 graduates 2500 Panther Circle • Pelham, AL 35124 Panthers • 1,058 students • Ranked the 25th best high school in Alabama

Gavin Isaiah Adamson

Rey Janahi Aguilar Castilleja

Ali Najib Ali Mohammed Abdullah

Kyle Jeffrey Allen

Alayna Ophelia Anderlik

Irma Angeles Gonzalez

Jesus Angel-Rosas

Melissa Arambula-Zamora

Liza Fernanda Arteaga-Aldana

Landon Ryan Baker

Shelby Faye Ball

Katherine Elizabeth Bamberg

Robert Vance Barker

Isaac Nathan Begun

Markell LeAndre’ Bell

Madison Victoria Benson

Eric Rayvon Benton

Kaden Slate Bowen

Jacob Tyler Bowling

Samuel Keith Bozeman

Baylee Gray Bradley

Jesse Sloan Bridges

Kristopher Luke Bridges

Jeremiah Cameron Burns

Kayla Alexandra Calderon

Kenli Grace Callen

Walter Hughes Calvert

Laurelin Grace Carr

Jordan Mekhi Carter

Kolby William Lee Casey

Shirley Sudith Castro Santos

Elizabeth Rachelle Cerda

IAN CHAMBERS

Valedictorian

Ian Brian Chambers

Kathryn Grace Chaney

Matthew Alexander Chaux-Alvarez

Kimberly Paola Cisneros

Nina Nicole Collins Clark

Christine Danell Collins

Devon Alexander Crenshaw

Sarah Gail Crumpton

Kaitlyn Elizabeth Cullen

Allison Damaso Dimas

Ashvi M Davawala

Brent Warren Demien

Carson Luke Dill

Ethan Alexander Douglas

Jose Ignacio Echeverria O‘Hrens

Jordan Alysse Edwards

Matthew Kennedy Egan

Reagan Kiana Elmore

Donovan Chase Erwin

Luisa Fernanda Felix Tiznado

Jourden Bryan Fells

William James Felton IV

Jessica Joy Ferguson

Daniel Ferreira Gomes

Ada Lynnlee Fitts

Brianna Corina Flores Elizondo

Davis Gage Fulton

Ericka Garcia Estrada

Bryan Garcia Garcia

Mackenzie Faith Gardner

Ian Jerald Barnes Glasgow

Ethan Patrick Goeb

Diana Paola Gomez-Dominguez

Nathan Bradley Gonzalez-Flores

Janet Gonzalez-Garduno

Mckenzie Gonzalez-Vera

Jessica Lynn Gray

Michael Lamar Grayson Jr.

Jashan Kaur Grewal

KeSean Toussante’ Griffin

Rachel Leigh Griffin

Alaia Marie Grizzle

Estefany Abigail Guardado

Abril Alexandra Guerrero Cedillo IV

Adan Jesue Guerrero-Camacho

Kennedy Simone Hawthorne

Jayden Marquis Hayes

Aidan Neal Heape

Parker Wise Henningsen

Ilaiya Sanaz Neta Herlong

Christopher Hernandez Alvarez

Gerardo Hernandez Mendez

Sofia Victoria Hernandez Navarro

Rudi Adonay Hernandez

Gerardo Hernandez-Lopez

Alicea Rene Herrera

Jackson Will Hess

Andrew John Hoekstra

Ethan Nicholas Holt

Tenzin Conrad Hope

Jacob Allen Horton

Jordan Danielle Howard

Emerson Brady Howatt

Samuel John Hughley

Scarlett Reese Ingram

Brock Nelson Isbell

Alexander Jacobo Avalos

Raul Jacobo Hernandez

Valerie Jamison

Anija Jamese Jemison

Tomas Arturo Jimenez-Contreras

Ty’Jerious Ty’Quell Johnson

Jacob Scott Jones

Kassadi Karol Jones

Ethan Jesse Jowers

Ivana Wambui Kahara

Lydia Alexandra Kelley

Justus Robert King

Tomari Imani Kinion

Wesley Hihu Kuiyaki

Amelia Faith Landrum

Cameren Jamere Lankford

Diego Alexis Lara-Ortiz Jr.

Sheiny Lauriano-Cortez

Emily Brooke Ledford

Aubrey Saniyah Lee

Mikayla Elizabeth Leftwich

Bella Gabrielle Lewis

Noah Jerimyah Lilly

Carina Zini Lin

McKenzie Belle Little

Dynarian Kevon Long

Jose De Jesus Lopez Garcia

Miguel Lopez Saucedo

Grace Ryne Loving

Alexis Rhea Lowery

Kennedy Rose Lyles

Clayton Robert Mains

Anthony Mancera-Reyes

Jasmin Mandujano-Figueroa

Anna Campbell Mann

Jaquelyne Manriquez-Munoz

Jocelyn Manriquez-Munoz

Brodie Alexander Martin

Christopher Matthew Harvey Martin

Dennise Martinez Barrera

Brandy Martinez Flores

Andrew Issak Martinez Jr.

Julian Marsyas Martinez-Tovar

Tyler Edward Mason

Elliot Michael Massey

Tanner Lee McCarthy

Kayla Brooke McDearis

Conner Wade McDonald

William David McGough III

Shawn Rickey Payton McPhail

John David McPhearson

Perla Yosari Mendez-Castellano

Hannah Bess Mercer

Rafael Merino

Austin Thomas Mills

Kamerin Dimitri Mills

Adan Monroy Perez

Alexandra Josselin Monroy-Vazquez

Cesar Angel Moreno Navarro

Connor Patrick Morin

Taylor-Marie Grace Mowery

Mark Karonjo Muhia

Conor Ethan Munkachy

Aaron Alexander Munoz

Connor Vance Newell

James Minh Nguyen

Ta’Corrius Ki’Andre Nichols

Alayna Brooke Noble

Eduardo Ochoa

Asher Hudson HeJun Olivet

Kai Beckett XiangYang Olivet

Lauren Frances Orr

Caroline Elizabeth Otis

Kacee King Owens

Thomas Graham Peerson

Litzy Anahi Perez Garcia

Leslie Shaddai Perez Percastegui

Jacqueline Edda Perez

Caley Rian Peterson

Alexander Ralphealle Pettway

Joshua Alan Pickett

Miranda Grace Pierce

Richard Glynn Poff III

Brooklynn Sue Paige Price

Caleb Owen Prosser

Sydney Lynn Pryor

Deividas Mykolas Pukstys

Ashley Valerie Quintana

Emma-Reid Josephine Radford

Lindsay Yureny Ramirez-Onofre

Sireth Nicolle Reconco Garcia

Bishop Ethan Rellah

Emily Hope Rich

Jeremiah Taylor Richardson

Gracin Marie Riggs

Casey Will Rogers

Michael Rojas Flores

Seth Montgomery Ross

Ryah Jenkins Ruiz

LeSean DeMari Henry Russell

Brian Ismael Salazar

Corbin Troy Sanders

Avril Santana-Huerta

Matthew Scarbrough

James Eric Schmucker

Eliza Sue Schrum

Molly Claire Seales

Jackson David Self

Andrew Joseph Shaler

Carly Michelle Sharit

Francisco Miguel Sierra

Any Grisela Sinclair Joya

Madilynne Nicole Smith

Morgan Elizabeth Smith

Jasmine Maria Solis Lopez

Reagan Olivia Stignani

Lucas Ronald Stokes

Lance Warren Sulprizio

Amavi Tene Epiphanie Sunday Domingo

Calysta Juliana Swinford

Anna Maria Szurek

Cashton Lindsey Tatum

Morgan Kendall Taylor

Edwin Trinidad Tejada Hernandez

Joselin Suseli Tejada-Mejia

Dylan Dominic Tellez-Flores

Cameron Frederick Tharpe

Camden Brantley Thibault

Hollyn Brooke Thomas

Dear class of 2024,

As we approach the end of your journey at Pelham High School, I find myself reflecting on the incredible memories we’ve shared together over the past four years.

It’s been a privilege to watch each and every one of you grow and evolve into the remarkable individuals you are today. First and foremost, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for the countless memories you’ve given us.

You’ve filled our halls with laughter, pride, and an undeniable sense of community. The camaraderie and spirit you’ve shown on the field, the court, the stage, and in the classroom have truly made Pelham High School a special place. To the parents of our graduating seniors, thank you for entrusting us with your children over these past four years.

From the first nervous drop-off on the kindergarten doorstep to the bittersweet goodbyes of senior year, we’ve shared in the joys and milestones of your child’s journey. From forgotten lunches to last-minute homework rescues, from the trials of middle school to the triumphs of high school, we’ve been there every step of the way, watching your children grow and mature into young adults.

As we prepare to bid farewell to the Class of 2024, I’m reminded of the journey we’ve taken together, from the shaky beginnings of your freshman year in 2020 to the awesomeness of the Senior Sunset in May of 2024.

Each milestone, each memory, has brought us closer together as

Cortez Renard Tolbert II

Riley Aaron Toole

Caled Aldair Torres Palencia

Emma Grace Trotter

Ashly Estefania Vargas Castrejon

Taylor Lee Vargas

Ixel Venegas Garcia

Katherine Natasha Villa Nicolas

John Wesley Vincent IV

Landon Alexander Waldrop

Elyse Aven Wallace

Alex Christopher Watkins

Benjamin James Watts

Marshall Gregory Watts

a family. As you prepare to embark on the next chapter of your lives, I want you to remember that Pelham High School will always be here for you.

As you set out on your own personal road trip, remember that you are tuned up and well made. You are prepared, you are capable, and you are ready to take control of the road ahead. Armed with the full suite of tools and bolstered by unwavering parental support.

Your mentors, much like skilled mechanics, have meticulously honed your capabilities, fueling your journey with resilience and fortitude.

From your freshman initiation, you’ve been forged “Ford Tough”, evolving into Cadillac refinement as you learned to “Rise Above.” Now, presented with the opportunity to “Find New Roads” like a dependable Chevy. Waste no moment, engage the throttle, embrace the voyage, and trust in the meticulous craftsmanship beneath your hood. For you, my fellow Panther, have become, in the words of BMW, “The Ultimate Driving Machine.”

The road ahead may be winding, but I have no doubt that you will navigate it with grace, determination, and a spirit of resilience. So go forth, Class of 2024, and make your mark on the world. Your Pelham family will be cheering you on every step of the way.

With heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for the future,

Kim Kiel,

Principal, Pelham High School

Alexander Paul Webb

Anna Claire Welborn

Jacob Michael White

Jarmaine DeWayne White Jr.

Abigail Jean Wiedeburg

Jason William

Hailie Denise Williams

Jaden Christopher Williams

Joe Amir Wimberly

Karma LaShaye Wynn

Brian Ye

Gavin Douglas Yocom

Alejandro Zamora-Campos

Ian Chambers

Throughout his time at Pelham High School, Ian Chambers has been involved in the Student Government Association and the Technology Student Association. With TSA he had the opportunity to compete in technology competitions.

“The competitions in Montgomery were some of the best times in TSA,” Chamber said. “We got to showcase what we worked on throughout the year and have fun as a group.”

Chambers also remembers how much of an impact each of his teachers made on his academic career. He says that Mrs. Tucker, his computer science teacher, was one of the best.

Although he’s excited about his future college career, Chambers says he’s going to miss the environment of his school. He says that while college is going to open new doors, leaving behind the community at Pelham will be difficult.

“It’s so easy to talk to everyone here, so moving to a bigger school where I don’t know as many people is going to be a big adjustment,” Chambers said.

Chambers will also be leav-

“Math and computer class isn’t fun for some students, but Mrs. Tucker’s class was always fun,” Chambers said. “She’s always engaging and makes sure all of her classes are absorbing all of the information. It was always a fun environment to be in”

ing his wrestling team behind, but he says the memories he’s made will last him a lifetime.

“I will always remember the nights in hotel rooms with all my friends just messing around, and even getting in a little bit of trouble,” Chambers said. “It’s nights like those that will make me miss this time in life.”

Chambers feels prepared heading into college due to the courses he’s taken throughout high school. He has taken numerous AP classes to get college credit, which has set him up for success.

Chambers will be attending the University of Alabama, where he will major in electrical engineering. His love for technology makes him optimistic about his future in the field.

“I love working with computers,” Chambers said. “I’ve been in coding classes for the last two years, and I guess that’s what created my passion for it.”

He is also looking forward to the independence and social aspects of attending the university. Chambers plans on attending football games and joining clubs to get better acquainted with his peers.

“I’m able to talk to my college friends about computer science because that’s how much I have learned here,” Chambers said. “I know college will be another level, but I already have a wealth of knowledge in me because of my teachers.”

Shelby County High School

123 graduates

101 Washington Street • Columbiana, AL 35051 Wildcats • 551 students • Ranked the 122nd best high school in Alabama

Anailyvet Acevedo Hernandez

Amelia Grace Adams

Charley Grace Berry

Adelynn Elizabeth Binkerd

Haley Leigh Brasfield

Jacklyn Chyann Burnette

Haven Lynn Burnham

Tyrese Tre’Shaun Butler

Jesus Camargo

Corgan Wayne Cantrell

Osmin Ivan Cardenas-Sanchez

Dayan Osmel Carrillo-Arteaga

Demearia Cashay Carson

Samuel David Carter

Larry Keith Castleberry

Montana Trace Chamblee

Viktor Xavier Cranford

Joseph Charles Cuellar

Gregory Cole Curtis

Dalan Reece Dalton

Molly Rebecca Davis

Haylie Elizabeth Dupree

Kaytlin Sky Dupree

Elijah Scott Dykes

Lucas Riley Edwards

Lacey Sue Eisenhardt

Kylee Marie Elliott

Garrett Keith Eskridge

Dakota Morgan Feneck

Ethan Dewayne Fox

Jacob Jebeles Fry

Benjamin Noah Gann

Katilynd Sucely Garcia Hernandez

Peyton Daniel Gardner

Emery Leann Glaze

Riley Adell Grier

Brandon Raphael Grubbs

Wesley Charles Hall

Jonathan Herrera

Sawyer Grace Hobbs

Ella Grace Hope

Bradley Wayne Horton

Lily Cheyanne Horton

River Allen Horton

Gabriella Faith Hosmer

Michael Robin Jennings

Jadelyn Nicole Johnson

Katherine Grace Joiner

Kenzy Michelle Joiner

Jace Dally Jones

Campbell Suzanne Kellis

Daniel James Lace Araldi

Noah Thomas Lemley

Anna Claire Lenoir

Sergio Milthon Luna-Castillo

Jacob Eugene Massey

Joseph Eugene Massey

Michael Chance Masters

Ava Raishell Mayfield

Key Ariel Trenece Mayfield

Coleton Smith McCall

Katie Louise McDonald

Hunter James McFerrin

Corlon Devon McKinney

Jameson Nicholas McNeil

Johanna Ruby Mejia-Recinos

Cassidee Ta Rae Moore

Juan Carlos Moreno

Micah Thomas Morris

Gracie Kathleen Nicewonder

Emalee Faith Nolen

Corinne Ruth Owens

Ramiro Douglas Palomino

Ricardo Pastrana-Patino

Michael Lane Pate

Gannon William Pharr

Alexandra Sue Phillips

Dylan Cole Phillips

Spencer Morgan Phillips

Joy Elizabeth Poe

Anahi Portillo-Vizueth

Maggie Claire Priborsky

Virgina Ann Ramirez

Ashley Ramirez-Renteria

Haleigh Rayne Robertson

Anna Reese Rodriguez

Audrey Marie Rogers

Conner Ray Rogers

Brayan Roque

Payton Wells Rower

Allyson Alaniah Saiz

Tiffany Belen Salgado-Patino

Marek Bryant Saliba

Joseph Lynn Sanders

Sarah Elizabeth Shelton

Samuel Lyndarris Simmons-Hurt

Leah Margaret Slaughter

Anna Danielle Smith

Evander Joseph Smith

Ezekiel Jack Smith

Abigail Lela Hyatt

KATIE MCDONALD Valedictorian

Dear class of 2024,

Congratulations to each of you! I join your family, friends, teachers, and mentors in expressing pride in who you are and what you have accomplished.

Your teachers and I have enjoyed watching you grow throughout high school to find your identity as a class, and we feel confident in the wonderful adults you are becoming. As I consider what distinguishes your class from those who have come before you and those who will follow, the qualities that come to mind are your joy and camaraderie with one another.

You are each so uniquely gifted, and on the surface, quite different from one another in many ways. What I have admired over your high school career is the manner in which you have found ways to compliment one another, strengthen one another, and find common ground. You have worked hard, stayed the course, found joy in the small things, and helped others along the way.

This is your time to shine and you’ve earned it. The world may seem big and intimidating, but it’s full of opportunities. You are uniquely gifted to offer something of great value and you’re ready to rise to the challenge. When it’s time to step forward, do so with confidence that you have what it takes and you were made for this.

Congratulations CLASS OF 2024

Welcome to the family!

See more about UM and the list of graduates at montevallo.edu

Those of us at SCHS will be cheering you on, whether from near or far, and we’re still here for advice and encouragement when you need it. Finally, I hope you find time to savor the last drops of this season as you prepare for the next, and that you’ll forever remember, “Once a Wildcat, Always a Wildcat.”

Kyle Dudley Principal, Shelby County High School

Suesann Nichole Smith

Zechariah Eli Smith

Zykeria Monique Smith

Jon Michael Spurgeon

Juliana Grace Stevenson Garrido

Hunter Earl Storey

Dylan James Straate

Micah Dashawn Swain

Michael Cole Sykes

Brandon Chase Tarwater

Jaileigh MarShae Wade

Jordan Hylan Weathers

Gracie Elizabeth Weigel

Emery Montana Wells

David Christopher White

Kayle Brooke Wilson

Madison Jae Wood

Luke Stephen Woods

Lucas Anthony Wright

Kenterious Lamont Wyatt

Lorelei Elise Young

Maddyson Danyelle Zuber

After playing for the girls’ basketball team at Shelby County High School, Katie McDonald says she has created memories she will cherish forever.

“I played varsity basketball for all four years,” McDonald said. “While it was hard at times, which it definitely can be– it’s a sport– it’s just so rewarding.”

McDonald described her teammates’ impact on her life, not only on the court, but through the friendships they created.

“Playing basketball has definitely played a part in who I am today,” McDonald said. “I’ve met some of my best friends who became like sisters to me. It’s been amazing to see how everyone has grown through the years.”

Along with the relationships she built through basketball, she explained how her teachers showed love and grace to each of their students while, “pouring everything they have into everyone that walks into the classroom.”

Katie McDonald

Some of her greatest memories have been cheering on her teammates during basketball games, standing in the student section on Friday nights and eating lunch with her friends in their favorite teacher’s classroom. These memories are what she says are the “most memorable.”

McDonald has grown up in Columbiana, and she says that leaving the town and community behind will be difficult for her.

“I’ve grown up with these people and experienced tradition at my high school,” McDonald said. “Generations of my family have gone to school

here, which is so special. Leaving that is going to be one of the hardest things I’ve had to do.”

While McDonald says she’s sad that her high school years are coming to an end, she’s anxiously awaiting a big move to Tuscaloosa. She says that her time in AP and honors courses throughout high school have prepared her for the courses she will take at the University of Alabama.

“I think this school has definitely done an amazing job at allowing me to be involved in so much,” said McDonald. “All the while, making sure that I’m succeeding in everything that I do every aspect of

what I’ve involved myself in, and giving me those opportunities.”

McDonald is grateful for the foundation her teachers have laid for her future, in the classroom and through her faith– making her who she is today.

“They work not they don’t teach me just what’s in their textbook, but they have to teach me so much more than that,” McDonald said.

Optimistic about her future college experience, she plans to study nursing and minor in athletic training. She hopes to one day achieve her goal of becoming a nurse practitioner, working in sports medicine.

Aside from the work she’ll do in the classroom, she’s excited to head into a different environment than that of Columbiana.

“I have friends going to Tuscaloosa with me, and I can’t wait to take on that life with them,” McDonald said. “I’m also excited to get involved with a church there that does mission work.”

Congratulations class of 2024

Shelby County High School

Spain Park High School

401 graduates

4700 Jaguar Drive • Hoover, AL 35242

Jaguars • 1,579 students • Ranked the 10th best high school in Alabama and the No. 1 high school in Shelby County

Dear class of 2024, Congratulations!

It is crazy to think t hat your educational journey began 13 years ago with kindergarten, when school included naptime and using lots of glue sticks and tiny scissors.

After elementary school came middle school, which had far less glue sticks, but offered important lessons, opportunities and a chance to meet new friends.

High School has been virtual, hybrid, face-to-face, not normal and finally normal. Each of you persevered through it all to reach this milestone. That is to be celebrated and congratulated!

I am so very thankful and proud to be your Principal. It is my

hope that through all of the hard work, tests, projects, victories, defeats, and events that each of you have had fun and made memories that last a lifetime. Thank you for your hard work, ideas, leadership, and for all of the memories that you have given all of us at Spain Park.

Our goals for you will never change:—may you continue to be safe, comfortable and ready to learn so that you can grow, learn and continue to find success AFTER Spain Park. Your diploma will open doors and serve as a ticket to what’s next, and I know that BIG things are next for each of you! Go Jags! Love, Dr. E.

Dr. Amanda Esslinger, Principal, Spain Park High School

*Valedictorian rankings as of publishing deadline

Luke Abston

Heidi Acevedo Galdamez

Hannah Aduroja

Tatum Ahlemeyer

Katherine Allen

Victoria Allen

Benjamin Allison

Jassiel Almazan Castillo

Josyvan Almazan Castillo

Joaly Alvarez Soto

Laurel Anderson

Alexandria Anthony

Madison Anthony

David Applebaum

Marco Arceo Alvarez

Tyrese Avery

Omar Badawi

Camden Ball

Kensington Ball

Luke Ballintine

Alexandra Bastarache

James Battersby

Elizabeth Baty

Samuel Baugh

Aiden Bayne

Mary Beard

Avery Belew

Tate Belew

Malia Belyeu

Zoey Benda

Dhakiya Bennett

Aiden Berke

Jonathan Bibbs

Connor Bingel

Evan Bistritz

Barker Black

Ashleigh Blair

Chapman Blevins

Collier Blevins

Amiya Bonner

Olivia Bradford

Jackson Bradley

Shelby Braswell

Jayden Bowen

Madison Broadnax

Grayson Brock

Sarah Brown

Ella Joan Browning

Logan Brownlee

Evan Bryan

Joseph Buchanan

Manuel Bullock

Anna Bush

Makayla Bush

Jacob Byrd

Michael Cabello

Hudson Cahalan

Gabriella Camargo

Grace Campbell

Thomas Campbell

Laura Cardona Sanchez

Mckenzie Carlton

Ivana Caro

Braden Carter

Hadley Carter

Emma Causey

Caroline Charles

Parker Chase

Ruth Cherry

Katelyn Clark

Lincoln Clark

Charles Clements

Zoe Clements

Cooper Cole

Carrie Collier

Mason Cooper

Reese Copeland

Sean Corey

Esther Marie Cornett

Colin Cutcliff

Philip Dabbs

Funmilayo Dada

Margaret Daniel

Celadita

Mateo Caro Celadita

CAMDEN BALL Valedictorian

JAMES BATTERSBY Valedictorian

PARKER CHASE Valedictorian

ESTHER MARIE CORNETT Valedictorian

JACE HOWARD Valedictorian

DYLAN MORGAN Valedictorian

GRANT OGLETREE Valedictorian

ANDREW PHILLIPS Valedictorian

MATHEW PHILLIPS Valedictorian

KATIE SWINEY Valedictorian MASON WALDRON Valedictorian

Spain Park High School

During her four years at Spain Park High School, Evyn Williams played on the girls’ varsity soccer team. She says that she’s been lucky to play alongside teammates that have become family.

“We’ve created a team that’s centered around family,” Williams said. “While the expectation is to do well, we are always supporting and loving each other.”

She also shows appreciation for her coach, Robert Starr, who supports and cares for each of the girls on the team.

Aside from the work Williams has put in on the soccer team, she’s also been a part of the Student Government Association, where she served as president.

“With student government, I interact with a lot of people I probably wouldn’t on a regular day,” Williams said. “Spain

Harrison Daniels

Ashaaz Daredia

Aubree Davis

Ryan Dejarnett

Zainab Derkaoui

Grace Devlin

Kaushik Dheeravath

Jimena Dominguez

Rheannon Dominguez

Richard Dorn

Cara Dottley

Savannah Drake

Julio Duarte

Riley Dunigan

Sam Dunn

Evan Eaker

Luke Eaton

Kyle Edwards

Mae Elliott

Francisco Emigdio

Mary Everette

Madison Fairfax

Grace Fairley

Robert Farrington

Evyn Williams

Park is such a big school, so being able to meet new people through my organization has been a blessing.”

Williams has had the opportunity to speak at school events and participate in fun activities during pep rallies. She says that these opportunities have taught her how to be herself without thinking much of what others may think of her.

year I won’t have these people as accessible to me is one of those things that I’m trying my trying to push to the back of my mind,” Williams said.

“Coming up on graduation can be stressful, but having this community here makes it so much easier, and I’m sad to leave it behind.”

Being involved around Spain Park, Williams has gotten to build friendships with many of her peers, but also members of the faculty and staff. This is something she knows she will miss about her high school.

“I think knowing that next

Nellie Feese

Trikia Felton

Ellery Fenton

Tayler Fickling

Alexandra Fleming

Isabella Fleming

Shayne Ford

Emma Fortier

Mattie Franks

Anna Frazier

Caroline Fricks

Indiana Gannett

Jhustin Carl Garcia

Leah George

Klara Golab

Natalia Gomez Sandoval

Hannia Gonzalez Jimenez

Gael Gonzalez Perez

Jonathan Grande

Coleman Gray

Juliette Green

Emma Gregory

Christopher Gross

Alejandra Gutierrez Garcia

Throughout her time at Spain Park, Williams has been challenged academically. She says the competitive environment has driven her success, along with the opportunity to interact with new people every day.

In the fall, Williams plans to attend Auburn University majoring in biosystems engineering. Her goal is to head into the field of environmental engineering.

“I want to be a part of finding alternatives for things we use in our everyday lives that may be harming our environment,” Williams said.

Along with her interest in her pursuit of a bachelor’s degree, Williams is looking forward to being introduced to a new environment.

“The opportunity I’ll have to grow independently while gaining a degree is a privilege I’m so lucky to have,” Williams said.

“That’s been a big part in preparing me for reaching out and finding my tribe next year,” Williams said. “I owe that to the fact that I think given the opportunity and kind of thrown into the middle of a big group here, I think it’ll help me a lot next year.”

Mya Hall

Hannah Halsell

Adam Hamid

Brian Harkins

Genevieve Harney

Anderson Harper

Willie Harper

Eryn Harrell

Jaden Harrison

Riley Harrison

Lucas Harvey

Nala Hatch

Isabella Hatcher

Jaylon Hatcher

Tihanna Hazley

Kaylee Heaton

Jordan Hebert

Joshua Helms

Andrew Herman

Wendy Hernandez Valdez

Ann Harper Herron

Zoey Hewitt

Zyian Heyligar

James Higginbotham

Benjamin Hill

Robert Holston

Roderick Hosey

Jace Howard

Calvin Howell

Landon Huey

Anna Huffstetler

Gabrielle Hunter

Akberally Hussaini

Donovan Huynh

Haris Imam

Loren Jackson

Tyler Jacob

Anna Jarboe

Ellen Jenkins

Courtney Johnson

Elizabeth Johnson

Taj Johnson

Cora Jones

Jamar Jones

Sarah Jones

Anna Jordan

Nevaeh Joseph

Teresa Kaid

Rayan Kalani

Sage Kazinec

Ella Kendall

Irene Kihara

Michael Kimble

Annabelle King

Kaliya King

Kaley Kirby

Kiriaunna Kirkland

Angel Kirui

Mccager Kizzire

Kyle Kline

Joshua Knippers

Kayden Knudsen

Peyton Lamar

Terry Lamar

Olivia Landess

Andrew Langston

Ava Leaf

Joshua Lewis

Michael Li Calzi

Sam Lin

William Lloyd

Korbin Long

Zavier Long

Noe Lopez Rivas

Raquel Lopez Soriana

Mark Louis Jeune

Kaitlin Lucado

Emma Lynch

James Mackay

Margaret Mader

Sabrina Magarinos

Sonia Majeed

Gavin Major

Samuel Mardis

Jalen Martin

Emanuel Mauricio Martinez

James Mayo

Khalil Mccall

Mackenzie Mccall

Walker Mccay

Cameron Mcfarlin

Lucy Mclaughlin

Ronny Mendoza Hernandez

Jeremiah Merchant

McKenzie Mitchell

Mohamed Mohsin

Md Moniruddin

James Moon

Gabriel Mooney

Alyssa Moore

Amy Moore

Genesis Moore

Tristan Moore

Steven Morales

Gilmara Moreira Da Silva

Dylan Morgan

Katelyn Morgan

Mallory Morris

Hannah Moses

Jamari Mosley

Ryne Mosolino

Hana

Moura De Oliveira

Yui Nabeshima

Emily Nance

Addeline Naylor

Lacoria Nelson

Khang Nguyen

Kylie Nguyen

Nixson Nguyen

Emma Noell

Ian Norman

Grant Ogletree

Kyle Oliveira

Jacob Olsen

Dylan Ostiguin

Arhum Pabani

Mohammad Panwar

Cadence Parker

Mary Parker

Anna Parks

Katie Pate

Blake Patrick

Houston Peace

Audrey Peacock

Thad Peacock

Brian Penner

Yoselin Perez

Allison Perrien

Faye Perry

Mckenzie Perry

Andrew Phillips

Caelan Phillips

Eian Phillips

Mathew Phillips

Harper Poirier

Clete Ponder

Elizabeth Pope

Lottie Pound

Olivia Puett

Michael Quigley Vining

Aqdas Rajpari

Kimberly Ramos Sarabia

Raima Reese

Jaydin Reynolds

Reese Reynolds

James Rhodes

Morgan Rich

Nicholas Richardson

Isabella Ritchey

Cole Ritter

Kelby Roberson

Alexander Roberts

Isaiah Robinson

Keionte Robinson

Jose Rodriguez

Juan Rodriguez

Jacob Roe

Benjamin Rothman

Gianni Ruiz

Hadleigh Russell

Noah Salmon

Akhilesh Samiraju

Sara Samji

Je Tia Samples

Keaton Sandford

Laila Sandoval

William Sauceda

Jessica Schifanella

Garner Schuck

Lynde Seay

Mahdis Shabani

Mclain Shaffer

Derick Shanks

Avery Shaw

Trent Simmons

Ke’Antrez Sims

Emma Slay

Driver Slonneger

Alyssa Smith

Angel Smith

Autumn Smith

Ava Smith

Taliyah Smith

Lilia Sokol

Sage Sovic

Alyssa Speakman

Ross Spradling

Kara Stamps

Matthew Stark

Alivia Starks

Mia Starr

Juliana Steed

Victoria Steverson

Deborah Stewart

Jack Stewart

Brookelynn Stoffregen

Jackson Strawn

Emily Stricklin

Katie Swiney

Landon Tass

Emma Taylor

Karina Telmont

Haley Thomas

Foster Thompson

Ella Thorson

Auryn Tillette

Cian Tillette

Zairie Tipsword

Alexander Todd

David Toolabi

Josiah Toone

Angie

Valeria Torrontegui Juan

Melvin Tovar Serna

Jonah Towey

Naveen Towhid

Grace Trewhella

Ashley Trible

Maurice Turner

Addyson Turnipseed

Blayklee Turnipseed

Ella Ussery

Bradlee Valdez

Garret Vance

Wesley Vice

Delaney Vickers

Harrison Wade

Trevor Wagner

Mason Waldron

Breanna Waldrop

Samuel Waldrop

Tyler Walker

Leah Wallace

William Walter

Katie Ward

Melvin Warui

Emily Werrlein

Samuel White

Campbell Whitehurst

Matthew Widra

Corey Wiggins

Alexander Willard

Alexander Williams

Benjamin Williams

Evyn Williams

Hayden Williams

Lauren Williams

Myles Williams

Cyril Williamson

Ethan Wilson

Ethan Wilson

Markeidra Winston

Thomas Wolsoncroft

Lana Woodfin

Madelyn Woods

Ellen Wortman

Love Wright

Katrina York

Christopher Zhang

Leon Zheng

Thompson High School

564 graduates

1921 Warrior Parkway • Alabaster, AL 35007

Warriors • 2,098 students • The seventh largest high school and 17th best high school in Alabama

Dear class of 2024,

On behalf of the entire Thompson High School faculty and staff, I extend our heartfelt congratulations to each and every one of you on this momentous occasion of your graduation. Your journey to this point has been one of dedication, perseverance, and remarkable achievement, and we couldn’t be more proud to celebrate you and your success. Graduation marks a significant milestone not only in your lives but also in the lives of your families and loved ones who have supported you every step of the way. As educators, we have had the privilege of witnessing your growth, your accomplishments, and the positive impact you have had on our school community.

The Class of 2024 will forever hold a special place in the annals of Thompson High School history. Your achievements across academics, athletics, performing arts, and community service are unparalleled, and they serve as a testament to your hard work, passion, and dedication to excellence. Academically, you have set new standards of excellence, with impressive ACT scores, enrollment in AP and dual-enrollment courses, and a record number of students earning college credits. Your commitment to academic excellence has not only elevated our school but also positioned you for success in your future endeavors. In athletics, you have brought glory to Thompson High School with numerous state, region, area, and county championships. Your dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship have inspired us all and brought pride to our entire school community. Similarly, your contributions to the per-

forming arts and our academies have been nothing short of outstanding. Your talent, creativity, and leadership have enriched our school culture and left a lasting legacy that will be remembered for years to come.

As you prepare to embark on the next chapter of your journey, whether it be higher education, entering the workforce, or pursuing other paths, I have every confidence that you will continue to excel and make a positive impact on the world around you. Remember, you are not just graduates of Thompson High School; you are leaders, role models, and ambassadors of our school and community. Carry the values of integrity, compassion, and excellence with you wherever you go, and know that you have the power to shape a brighter future for yourselves and for others. As you step into the world beyond our school walls, know that you carry with you the love, support, and best wishes of your Thompson High School family. We are immensely proud of all that you have accomplished, and we eagerly anticipate the great things you will achieve in the years ahead.

Congratulations, Class of 2024! May your futures be filled with endless opportunities, boundless success, and profound fulfillment.

Sincerely,

Michael Lee,

Principal, Thompson High School

Warrior strong

The Thompson High School class of 2024 left its mark in history. Now, the current and future Warriors are ready to tackle their next challenge.

GUSTAVO MEDRANO ARROYO-MEDRANO Valedictorian

GUNNER CHRISTIAN ATKINS Valedictorian

MARK ALEXANDER BARNETT Valedictorian

ALEXANDRA NORBY BAUER Valedictorian ABIGAIL ELIZABETH BESS Valedictorian

WILLIAM

STEVEN MANUEL BISHOP Valedictorian

PERCY LOUIS BLAND IV Valedictorian

SEAN ALEXANDER BOSTON Valedictorian

LUKE DANIEL BOWEN Valedictorian

ASHTON FOX BROWN

NASHAE BROWN Valedictorian MAKAYLA ELLEN BURKS Valedictorian

ETHAN LEE BURRILL

SAMANTHA MARY CABINESS

ABIGAIL FAITH CAMPBELL Valedictorian

CAMERON MCKENZIE CANTLAY Valedictorian

LAUREN HOPE CASEY Valedictorian

MACKENZIE KYLA ABBOTT Valedictorian

ARGUELLO

JOIE CERON Valedictorian

CERVANTESBARRAGAN Valedictorian

DARWLYN LAKEITH CLARK, JR. Valedictorian

JOSIE ELIZABETH COFIELD Valedictorian YARETZY COLIN MIRANDA Valedictorian

JULIE AGNES COX Valedictorian DYLAN LEE CRUM Valedictorian

CALEDONIA JANE CULVER Valedictorian

SADIE TAILI CURRIE Valedictorian

BENJAMIN ROBERT DANIELSON Valedictorian

JACOB ELIJAH DARLING Valedictorian BRADLI ELIZABETH DAVIS Valedictorian NEELY PARRISH DAVIS Valedictorian JAYDEN ANDREW DAVIS Valedictorian

ETHAN BRYANT DEAVERS Valedictorian

NICOLAS EDWARD DEMPSEY Valedictorian

CLIFTON PATRICK DUNAWAY Valedictorian

ABAGAIL MADELYN DUPRIEST Valedictorian

KATIE ANN COLLIER Valedictorian GRANT MICHAEL COLLINS Valedictorian

JOHAN EDUARDO COMI Valedictorian

DUSTIN CALEB CORNELIUS Valedictorian SAMARAH AALIYAH CORONA Valedictorian

VALENTINA VIEYRA DELGADO Valedictorian

ZOEY JEAN DICKERSON Valedictorian

JESSE ISAAC FISHER Valedictorian

HANNAH LEE FISHER Valedictorian

ADDISON GRACE FOX Valedictorian

BRAXTON MAXWELL WOODS FRANKLIN Valedictorian

KATIE CARMELLA FUCCI Valedictorian

ALEXA SHAY FULCHER Valedictorian

ALLEN GANTT Valedictorian EMILY GARZA Valedictorian

ELLEN ROSE HAMBY Valedictorian JAMES MATTHEW HAMLIN Valedictorian

MARY VIVIAN HAYS Valedictorian AVA CARMEN HEATHERLY Valedictorian

SHEA ELIZABETH EICHELBERGER Valedictorian

TAYLOR FILLINGIM Valedictorian

ASHLEY HERNANDEZ Valedictorian AIMEE JUDITH HOLLADAY Valedictorian

ABIGAIL OCTAVIA HOLLIS Valedictorian

CHRISTIAN ALEXANDER HOWELL Valedictorian

ADRIA GRACE JENKINS Valedictorian

ADYSON ANNA KEOUGH Valedictorian CYRUS WACHIRA KIBUI Valedictorian

ADAM DAVIS KING Valedictorian

ELLIOTT RYAN LANDRY Valedictorian

MAYRA VALOR LARA Valedictorian

AMY NICOLE LEE Valedictorian

BRAYDEN PHILLIP LUSCO Valedictorian

KEREN HAPUQUE MARCELINO VAZ Valedictorian

DAVID YATES MASSEY Valedictorian

ELLA MAKENZIE MATTHEWS Valedictorian

CARSON JAMES MCKINLEY Valedictorian AKENNA REESE MCMILLIAN Valedictorian

MACI RYANN MCNARON Valedictorian

CHLOE KATHLEEN MITTELSTADT Valedictorian

IAN JAMES KING Valedictorian

JOSHUA ALLAN JENNINGS Valedictorian

CAMERON LYLE JONES Valedictorian

PRESLEY CAROLINE KAUFFMAN Valedictorian

OLIVIA GRACE KELLY Valedictorian COUPER SCOTT KENNEMER Valedictorian

DEVIN CAMERON-CLARK MURRAY Valedictorian

KATELYN MICHELLE MUSSO Valedictorian

KAYLA ELAINE NEWELL Valedictorian

NICHOLAS HUU NGUYEN Valedictorian BRITNEY NUNEZRODRIGUEZ Valedictorian

CAROLINE PATRICIA OCHS Valedictorian OWEN MICHAEL OGLES Valedictorian

JORDAN PEPLOE Valedictorian

DENISSE ALICIA PEREZ Valedictorian

ADDISON LAINE PERTILE Valedictorian

PAIGE PHILLIPS Valedictorian CHI XUONG PHUNG

ELISE PICKETT Valedictorian

MATTHEW PIGAN

MAKILEY RAE PORTER Valedictorian

ELIZABETH CARLY PRICHARD Valedictorian

NOAH HAILE PRIOLEAU Valedictorian

ALAINA XIN CHANG PRYOR Valedictorian LILIANA RANGEL-ARICIAGA Valedictorian

ITZEL MOCTEZUMA ACOSTA

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KATHERINE SELMAN Valedictorian JOSUE SERRATO-MUNOZ Valedictorian

ISAIAH SIMS Valedictorian

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ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ PEREZ Valedictorian

CIMONE SHANNON Valedictorian

MARGARET LOUISE SINGERHOUSE Valedictorian

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BLAKELY SIRMONS Valedictorian

LINDSEY

MALISA NICOLE SAVAGE Valedictorian

LUKE ANDREW REID

HOLLY

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ANNA KLAIR SHORES Valedictorian KELSIE MAE SIMMONS Valedictorian

ZACHARY

MARYDEE

JOSHUA DAVID SMITH Valedictorian

ALLISON CLAIRE SMITH Valedictorian

ELLA JEWEL SOUTHERN

DAVID JAMES STAFFORD

MADELINE CLAIRE STAGGS Valedictorian

MONICA ROBYN KUUIPO STURGILL Valedictorian

CARTER BRIAN THOMPSON Valedictorian

ALEX BRADEN TUCKER Valedictorian

NATALIE VARGAS BECERRIL Valedictorian

LUCIA NATALIE VERA Valedictorian

LEDGER DAVIS WILLEY Valedictorian KATIE MARIE WILLIAMS Valedictorian

ANDREW PRESTON WILLIAMS Valedictorian

KYLA ELISE WILLIAMS Valedictorian

SAVANNAH LEIGH YOUNG Valedictorian NICKLAS ANTHONY ZITO Valedictorian

SAMUEL MITCHELL ZOEBELEIN Valedictorian

GREYSON HARLEY WOOTEN Valedictorian

ELLA MARIE WALKER Valedictorian

GEORGE WILLIAM WALKER Valedictorian

MARY WAMAITHA WANJIRU Valedictorian

LONDON REID WILLEY Valedictorian

KATHERINE SIERRA WADE Valedictorian

AVERY GRACE WILLIAMSON Valedictorian

Mackenzie Kyla Abbott

Shaneya Latrice Adair

Asia Arrington Akeem

Siarra Rose Albarado

Alyssa Mahaley Allen

Madison Ryleigh Alton

Marisol Alvarado Resendiz

Braylon Charles Anderson

Emerson Miranda Aparicio

Owen Tucker Ard

John Arguello-Ceja

James Isaac Arledge

Angel Madison Armistead

Tucker Templin Arrington

Gustavo Medrano Arroyo-Medrano

Gunner Christian Atkins

Elijah Jermaine Austin

Victoria Avalos

Grace Madison Baldwin

Caleb Jacobi Ballard

Michael Kade Bankovich

Kathryn Janelle Barchard

Mark Alexander Barnett

Morgan Simone Bass

Alexandra Norby Bauer

Jykira Monica Bearden

Kaniya Jenee Bennett

Jordan Maki Benson

Abigail Elizabeth Bess

Henry Tyler Betke

Jordan Shermane Biggs

William Joseph Binzer

Mekhi Andrew Birden

Madalyn Elizabeth Bishop

Steven Manuel Bishop

Nathan Irish Black

Zachary Bryant Blaes

Raquel Raquel Blanco Moreno

Percy Louis Bland IV

Jacob Bonilla Gutierrez

Kiana Sanae Booker

LaTrivia Lacash Booker

Adrian Kyle Boothroyd

Sean Alexander Boston

Kaleb Riley Bowen

Kayleigh Ann Bowen

Luke Daniel Bowen

Jessica Lynn Bowie

Blake Alexander Boyle

Shepherd Barclay Brakefield

Winslett Marshall Brakefield

Brodie Randall Brock

A’Shya Nashae Brown

Aidan Lashawn Brown

Ashton Fox Brown

Jaiden Keir Brown

Saniyah Jetaime Brown

Aleksandra Aneta Bryl

William Donald Buchanan

Matthew Houser Bullington

Makayla Ellen Burks

Kaylee Marie Burnett

Savanna Nicole Burnett

Ethan Lee Burrill

Caelan River Bush

Samantha Mary Cabiness

Samuel Caffey IV

Anna Elisabeth Cahill

Eliott Tyler Cain

Abigail Faith Campbell

Cameron McKenzie Cantlay

Ethan Thomas Carter

Lauren Hope Casey

Luis Fabian Castaneda Mejia

Grace Elizabeth Cepukenas

Joie Ceron

Brian Cervantes-Barragan

William Marley Cholewinski

Avery Lane Clark

Darwlyn LaKeith Clark, Jr.

Lauren Abigail Clayton

Kylan Cortez Clemmer

Josie Elizabeth Cofield

Alexandra Elizabeth Coker

Elaina Linn Coleman

Yaretzy Colin Miranda

Katie Ann Collier

Grant Michael Collins

Johan Eduardo Comi

Cruise McDonald Cook

Lamar Clintrelle Cook

Julia Lucille Cooper

Kernon Jack Cooper

Rachael Lea Cooper

Dustin Caleb Cornelius

Samarah Aaliyah Corona

Manuel Trujillo Cortes Trujillo

Julie Agnes Cox

Logan Bryant Crain

Harper Jade Cribb

Ethan Thomas Crook

Tadea Aeris Crowe

Dylan Lee Crum

Alondra Stephanie Cruz Bautista

Caledonia Jane Culver

Samuel Alan Cunningham

Sadie Taili Currie

Jamari Leonte Daniel

Joshua Dalton Daniel

Donald Maxwell Daniels

Benjamin Robert Danielson

Jacob Elijah Darling

Annalise Claire Davis

Bradli Elizabeth Davis

Jack William Martin Davis

Jayden Andrew Davis

Neely Parrish Davis

Zachary Anthony Dawson

Ethan Bryant Deavers

Valentina Vieyra Delgado

Markaylah Dionnah DeMoss-Fields

Nicolas Edward Dempsey

Angel Luis Diaz

Francisco Javier Diaz-Davila

Zoey Jean Dickerson

Shannon Elizabeth Dickson

Cheikhouna Saadibou Diop

Brian Duarte

Clifton Patrick Dunaway

Alayah Marie Sophia Diaz Dupont

Abagail Madelyn DuPriest

Mariza Duran Gutierrez

Kathleen Sarai Ebersole

Braden Lake Edwards

Shea Elizabeth Eichelberger

Nora Claire Ellis

Shad Blake Elmore

Madison Johanna Endicott

Madison Olivia Ensor

Roberto Antonio Escobar II

Madison Grace Eshghi

Paul Donald Evans III

Asia Tawanna Farrington

Jackson Thomas Fast

Jaya Nacole Fenderson

Justin Fernandez Arroyo

Benjamin Riley Ferrell

Summer D’Andria Fields

Abby Taylor Fillingim

Hannah Lee Fisher

Jesse Isaac Fisher

Makayla Grace Fleming

Rachel Alice Flores-Arreola

Zachary Lee Fordham

David Miguel Foreman

Rayburn Noah Fowler

Addison Grace Fox

Caleb Monroe Fox

Bradley Milton Franklin

Braxton Maxwell Woods Franklin

Addison Emory Frazier

Carly Ella Frazier

Natalie Synae French

James Carson Frey

Zykeria JiCassie Frye

Katie Carmella Fucci

Ashley Danely Fuentes

Alexa Shay Fulcher

Trina Elizabeth Fussell

Jacori Jamarcus Gaddis

Mariya D’Nae Valerie Gadson

Pablo Gallegos

Mitsu Adelaide Gallegos-Calderon

Kameron Trey Galliera

Ashlyn Charlise Gamble

Nathan Alanzo Allen Gantt

Vanessa Denisse Garcia Hueramo

Jamal Sekou Garrott

Emily Garza

Jayson Tyler Gentry

Nathan Skye Gentry

Steven William Gibson

Mason Alan Giles

Lilly Grace Godwin

Luis Elliott Gonzalez

Travis Javier Gonzalez

Nicole Gabriela Gonzalez Martinez

Harmonee Taylor-Christina Gooden

Kayla Mayetta Goodlin

Garrett Reed Gordon

Willeam Connor Graves

Emelia Amitie Gray

Molly Alexandra Gray

Tyler Aaron Gray

Arrington Jamal Green

Audrey Elaina Annabelle Green

Christopher Trent Green

Abigail Nicole Greene

Arleth Michell Grimaldo Hernandez

Matthew Steven Groulx II

Carlos Anthony Guevara-Valles

Christopher Chase Gutierrez

Neffer Bismarck Gutierrez Morales

Logan Gutierrez Reyes

Keara Nicole Hall

Ellen Rose Hamby

James Matthew Hamlin

Kayla Cheyenne Haney

Kaleb Jakai Harris

Tyler Ann Harris

Anthony James Hathcock

Krysta MaKinley Hayes

Terrin LaShae Haynes

Mary Vivian Hays

Matthew Alexander Heard

Ryan O’Neal Heard

Kolby Montreall Hearn

Ava Carmen Heatherly

Ashley Hernandez

Anthony Tyler Hicks II

Gavin Benjamin Higdon

Jack Joseph Higginbotham

Curtis Nahshon Adonis Hill

Parker Nevada Hixenbaugh

Kennadi Leeann Hogue

Aimee Judith Holladay

Abigail Octavia Hollis

Morgan Leigh Hooks

Kaitlyn Corrin Horrell

Christian Alexander Howell

Makila Jordan Hundley

Roman Lawrence Hurwitz

Taylor Baum Hutson

Duong Dasia Huynh

Jocelyn Natalie Isaula

Josue Jovanni Isaula

Diesel Scott Ivie

DaShe’unna LaSayia Zealay Jackson

Keirsten Marie J’nai Jackson

Ruby Elianna Jackson

Zora Kaitlyn Nekiel Jackson

Adria Grace Jenkins

Joshua Allan Jennings

Alan Jeronimo-Gonzalez

Ziyad H Jibril

Jesus Isaias Jimenez-Nunez

Brodie Marley William Johnson

Tyler Leon Johnson

Alex Benjamin Jones

Cameron Lyle Jones

Alexander Jorge Raul Juarez

Jennifer Juarez Palomino

Presley Caroline Kauffman

Olivia Grace Kelly

Karson Ryan Kendrick

Couper Scott Kennemer

Adyson Anna Keough

Cyrus Wachira Kibui

Ava Marie Kidd

Damien Enrique Kimbrough

Aumya LaShaundra Kindred

Adam Davis King

Ian James King

Kendric Cardell King

Sean Donovan Kirce

Jorddy Alejandro Kirschining Gonzalez

Alyson Kay Kornegay

Caden Edward Kuehner

Valentina Labrada-Garcia

Jordan Isaiah Lacey

Sophia LaRee Lamoreaux

Elliott Ryan Landry

Mayra Valor Lara

London Undrea Lawrence

Amy Nicole Lee

Cecily Kay-Anne LeFevre

Jasmine Gabrielle Lewis

Jack Michael Lint

Cessna Myciah James Littlecalf

Giovanny Llanas Segovia

Kimberly Lopez Dimas

Sandra Noemi Lopez Hernandez

Christopher Lopez Pineda

Keyra Zayuri Lopez-Centeno

Giselle Lopez-Perez

Caden Benson Lovett

Brayden Phillip Lusco

Carson Robert Lusco

Saul Alejandro Macedonio-Flores

Elizabeth Lynn Machado

Crisly Liliany Madrid Carranza

Keren Hapuque Marcelino Vaz

Carlos Manuel Marroquin Herrera

Seth Abraham Martin

Andrea Juliete Martinez

Rafael Adrian Martinez

Melany Guadalupe Martinez Pina

Joshua A Martinez-Duarte

Jennifer Martinez-Lugo

Emiliano Rafael Martinez-Rivera

Jose De Jesus Martinez-Vazquez

Caleb Trent Mason

David Yates Massey

George Njui Mathu

Ella Makenzie Matthews

Ronin Niam May

Matthew Aaron Mayhall

Drake Austin McBride

Quendarius Rishon McCall

Natalie Michelle McClain

Phillip Dean McLure

Barrett Malone McCollum

Camden Hensley McFarland

Carter James McGraw

Carson James McKinley

Jonah Houston McKinnon

Lainey Alexis McLean

Abigayle Reanne McLelland

Akenna Reese McMillian

Delvin Jene McMillian

X’ander Turin McMillian

Maci Ryann McNaron

Lauryn Elise McWilliams

Lydia Diana Medina

Eliud Israel Medrano

Jorge Mejia-Martinez

Ivy Nicole Miller

Paxton Gage Miller

Chloe Kathleen Mittelstadt

Itzel Moctezuma Acosta

Zachary Steven Moeller

Abby Grace Mohon

Lillian Colleen Monk

Isaias Monterroza Urias

Marilyn Yahaira Monterroza Urias

Madeline Rae Monypenny

Anna Rose Moon

Christian William Moon

Genice JaNerria Moore

John Keller Morgan

Jadon Vincent Morris

Cullen Hilt Morrison

Tyler Steven Morrison

Nathan Sean Morton

Dailynn Brooke Motes

Natalie Dayana Murcia-Mira

De’Shawn Lamon Murray

Devin Cameron-Clark Murray

Katelyn Michelle Musso

Eleazar Keirrington Nabors

Jordi Andres Nava-Hernandez

Bryam Navarrete-Olivares

Ariadna Crisol Navarro Cuellar

Kayla Elaine Newell

Nicholas Huu Nguyen

Britney Nunez-Rodriguez

Elton M Nyaga

Georgie Jen O’Neal

Caroline Patricia Ochs

Karlyn Rae Oden

Kaylor Reese Oden

Bailey Phillip Offord

Owen Michael Ogles

Andre DeWayne Olds

Samuel Isai Olguin

Deshon Deuce Koren Oliver

Xavier Ny’Kobe Oliver-Avery

Conner Jackson ORear

Erin Nicole Owens

Hailey Brooke Owens

Jessica Reilee Padgett

Gabriella Marie Page

Pablo Eduardo Paredes-Mendoza

Annabella Trinket Parker

Kylie Lynn Parker

Tanner Andrew Parnell

Dev Nirav Patel

Veronica Pawlowicz

Lameria Delois Payne

Taylor Jade Pearce

Cole Brennon Pearson

Andrew Jordan Peploe

Randy Peraza

Brian Alberto Perez

Denisse Alicia Perez

Kevin Perez-Sosa

Timothy Michael Perry

Addison Laine Pertile

Makayla Paige Phillips

Chi Xuong Phung

Christen Elise Pickett

Lyric Christopher Piedra

Alexander Matthew Pigan

Natalie Nicole Pineda

Zariah Illie Pinson

Alicia Isabella Ponce

Makiley Rae Porter

Zulli Lluleily Portillo

Elizabeth Carly Prichard

Noah Haile Prioleau

Alaina Xin Chang Pryor

Kerri Symone Purnell

Ana Isabella Ramirez Hendrix

Fatima Jovita Ramirez Salazar

Liliana Rangel-Ariciaga

Benito Rangel, Jr.

Anna Makailyn Ray

Troy Anthony Ray

Ashlee Christene Reach

Dayana Fernanda Recinos Santos

Luke Andrew Reid

Yohan Edgardo Resinos-Andrade

Andres Reyes Aguilar

Gus Michael Reynolds

Morgan Elizabeth Richardson

Ethan Alexander Rigsby

Isaiah Blaze Riojas

Wilber Alexander Rivas

Luke Owen Roberts

Doster William Timothy Robinson

Masiah Jermaine Robinson

Valeria Rodriguez Carrion

Lindsey Elizabeth Rodriguez Perez

Bryan Jesus Rodriguez Ramirez

Livan Antobely Rodriguez-Carrillo

Christopher Rodriguez-Reyes

John Franklin Rogers

Darrell Leon Rollen, Jr.

Thena Virginia Roper

Tanner Lane Ross

Brynnan Davis Royalty

Kaihui Elizabeth Rue

Yoscelin Andrea Ruiz Garcia

Aniex Elias Salazar

Edilberto Alexander Samayoa

Sanchez

Ava Grace Sams

Walter Samuel Sanchez Perez

Amelia Sanchez Renteria

Justin Malik Sankey

Chayanne Sarabia-Diaz

MaLisa Nicole Savage

Jake Matthew Schniper

Roger Tanner Schulz

Allison Elizabeth Scott

Samantha Jacqueline Scott

Shelby Lee Scott

La Trent Avant Searcy

Justin Quortney Seay Addy

Taylor Averi Seigler

Holly Katherine Selman

Josue Serrato-Munoz

Kennedy Cimone Shannon

Anne Elizabeth Shelby

Samantha Faith Shoemake

Anna Klair Shores

Raymond Daniel Shores, Jr.

Haleigh Lane Silloway

Payton Rose Silloway

Katherine Rose Mary Simmons

Kelsie Mae Simmons

Garrett Eugene Sims

Thompson High School

Zachary Isaiah Sims

Margaret Louise Singerhouse

MaryDee Blakely Sirmons

Allison Claire Smith

Braxton Dakota Smith

Braydon Nicholas Smith

Cole Clayton Smith

Elizabeth Anne Smith

Joshua David Smith

Lauryn Alise Smith

Sara Grace Smith

Alanah Karis Smitherman

Brooke Nicole Smitherman

Ella Jewel Southern

Kenilah Janea Spates

Matthew Martin Speights

David James Stafford

Madeline Claire Staggs

Kylah Marie Sinae Stalling

William Cannon Steber

Kelicia Tranae Stitt

Levi Aarison Stull

Monica Robyn Kuuipo Sturgill

Lydia Grace Swann

Yuichi Steven Taba Gonzalez

Damiko Raymon Tabb

Diana Belen Tellez-Celis

Camryn Jae Tellis

D’Marion Levontae Terrell

Saniya Nicole Thomas

Carter Brian Thompson

Emily Elizabeth Thompson

Brandon Wade Thrasher

Noah Luke Tiller

Jaylix Caron Towns

Quang Le Tran

Armando Trevizo

Millie Jo Trosper

Alex Braden Tucker

Isabella Rhea Turner

Ian Wayne Underwood

Joaquin Urizar

Brayan Valdovinos-Orozco

David Raymond Valencia

Carla Yamileth Valle-Alvarez

Joni Jean Van Horn

Keira Ann Van Voorhis

Natalie Vargas Becerril

Nicol Vargas Munoz

Zachary Payne Vegter

Troy Carlos Velazquez

Andrew Joshua Venegas

Lucia Natalie Vera

Andrew Jacob Vice

David Villa

Katherine Sierra Wade

Carter Abbott Walchli

Emma Grace Walchli

Ava Camille Walden

David Jaxon Waldrop

Ella Marie Walker

George William Walker

Julian Zaccheus Wallace

Sierra Autumn Walsh

Kingsley Christian Walters

Mary Wamaitha Wanjiru

Jaleria LaTrice Warren

Ca’Men Armon Watson

Lily Marie Wehrman-Thom

Aaron Glenn Wienski

Annabelle Virginia Wilder

Grafton Jack Wildrick

Amir Landan Wilkerson

Ledger Davis Willey

London Reid Willey

Andrew Preston Williams

Brayden Dav’ion Williams

Cambrin Celeste Williams

Deshaun Andre Williams

Dominic Jacquez Williams

Kamille Nicole Williams

Katie Marie Williams

Kyla Elise Williams

Laney Ann Williams

Tre’ Eugene Williams

Avery Grace Williamson

Derek Wilson

Isaac Durann Wilson

Jacob O’Neal Winton

Shelby Grace Wockenfuss

Maxwell David Woodall

Laurynce Carter-Germaine Woods

Greyson Harley Wooten

Daylen Josiah Worthy

Madelyn Nicole Wright

Gabriel Zeki Yilmaz

Cole William Young

Savannah Leigh Young

Yaird Adrian Zavala-Garcia

Jaida Marie Zeigler

Nicklas Anthony Zito

Samuel Mitchell Zoebelein

Valleydale Christian Academy

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

Dear class of 2024,

Congratulations seniors 2024. As always, I’m so proud of you, and am confident that you will do great and wonderful things after Graduation.

This year is particularly special because I’m seeing students that I’ve had since kindergarten graduate. Some have been in my

Emma Grace Beaver

John (JT) Beasley

Matthew Allen Bell

Wilson Joseph Brooks

Caleb Wallace Bryant

Emilyn Kate Bullock

Jesslyn Grace Buzbee

Iris Geraldine Calva

Samuel Lelan Carter

Lauren Elizabeth Carver

William Johnathan Craft

Amelia Velocette Cramer

Evangeline Jewel Davis

Christian Graham Denton

Pennie Anne Dill

Rasuan Kentavious Echols

Benjamin Tucker Farrington

Riley Faith George

Rosemary Clementine Green

Chloe River Greene

Corben James Hamer

Ashley Brianna Hayes

Madison Brooke Johnson

Thomas Robert Campbell Korcz

Madelynn Joy McWilliams

Madison McKenzie Miller

Makayla Lynn Newman

Colin Bryant Paschal

Micah Ryan Persons

Liana Elena Posey

Zechariah Phillip David Reeder

Landis Kale Stange

classes since they were in elementary classes and I hate to see them go, but knowing that they must and will be wonderful adults. I have great hope for you, and you hold great promise. I wish you my most heartfelt best!

Susan Hubbard, Director, Valleydale Academy

Matthew Connor Stephens

Alpha Oumar Sylla

Jaiden Elizabeth Vick

Amber McKenzie Vines

Brianna Hope Walter

Kendall Cherie Ward

Angelinah Webster

Erielle M. White

Demariay Anquez Williams

CHRISTIAN DENTON Valedictorian

ZECHARIAH REEDER Valedictorian

Vincent High School

65 graduates

42505 Alabama-25 • Vincent, AL 35178

Yellow Jackets • 453 students • Ranked the 22nd best school in the Birmingham-metro area

Dear class of 2024,

First, let me say congratulations to each and every one of you! Graduating from high school demands dedication and perseverance. For the last 12 years, you have all worked hard and diligently to get to this point, and the highest congratulations are in order.

Your families, teachers, staff and administrators are so excited to share this time with you. Before you leave, I would like to challenge you to strive to make the world around you better. Whether that’s in a different classroom or in the workplace or in the military or with your family or with your friends, show them all the love and compassion that you desire to have shown to you.

Your high school experience will be something you take with

you throughout your life. Your experiences in the halls of Vincent Middle High School will help shape who you are as you begin your college or work career.

Take all of it, the good and the bad, and use it to make you more fierce, more resilient, and more capable. Go show the world what it means to be a Vincent Yellow Jacket: serve your community, walk proudly, accept responsibility willingly, respect others, and make a difference.

And always remember that Jackets Swarm Together. I am so very proud to have known each of you and I wish you all the best of luck.

Go Yellow Jackets!

Lauren Yancey, Principal, Vincent Middle High School

Vincent High School

While attending Vincent High School, Preston Green has had the opportunity to study at CTEC, where he discovered a passion for welding.

“I found welding and it completely rewired me,” Green said. “It changed my vision and my mindset for my future for the better. I even found God through it.”

Green explained that after a rough start to high school, welding helped him find himself. It has been the biggest part of his high school career, along with the mentors he’s had along the way.

Green was recently awarded as one of Shelby County Schools’ Students of the Year, an honor he is amazed he received.

“At the beginning of high school, I would not have imag-

Chloe Elizabeth Abrams

Raymond Keith Albright

Matthew Lee Alexander

Morgan Symone Allen

Geovany Bautista-Cacho

Landon Chaz Brooks

Chloey Elisabeth Carroll

Brantlee Morgan Chapman

Kenneth Wyatt Childree

Taylor Beverly Clayton

William Camden Cobb

Lylah Briana Cox

Mattson Phillip Davis

Rylee Brooke Dobbs

Billy Austin Dodson

Madisan Amaria Earley-Cleveland

Brooklin Skye Enfield

Sara Esquivel-Martinez

William Bradley Gable

Zachary Claude Gable

Preston Green

ined that for myself,” Green said. “To come from an awful place, not knowing anything about my future, I am so privileged to find myself in a position where I have something to look forward to.”

Green believes that high school is all about discovering who you are, much like he did throughout his time at CTEC. He had not had experience with welding prior to his time at CTEC, but after trying it out, he was hooked.

“It opened an entirely different door for me,” Green

Ethan Caleb Galloway

Jackson Urias Godwin

Preston D Hoyt Green

Christian Charles Griffin

Kimbley Michelle Hall

Samantha Marie Hamer

Grayson Dale Hollis

Natalie Dawn Hood

Grayson Alexander Howard

Carson Lee Isbell

Lamaria Akeelha Johnson

Damien Jacob Jolley

Matthew Tyler Jolley

Jayden Rachelle Jones

Olivia Nicole Keith

Justin Lynell Keller

Jatavien Jerald Kelley

Rileigh Faith Kelley

Kimberly Nicole Lasseter

Kristin Nicole Lee

said. “The opportunities that come with it– to go and travel the world, let alone the country. It would just be a huge deal to me to get out of just this small town.”

Green

plans on attending Tulsa Welding School in Jacksonville, Florida in the fall. He wants to be a specialty welder in the future, focusing on gaining as much experience as possible before he starts his own business.

While headed into this next chapter, Green pointed out how gracious his teachers

Caitlyn Brooke Livingston

Olympia Thobias Marandu

Adan David Medrano-Jacobo

Cheyenne Renee Norris

Daytraess Tywon Norwood

Isabella Eden Plata-Becerril

Evan Tyrone Porch

Isabella Grace Quinn

Quenterrius Raequan Robertson

Ry’Kelus Kenshaud Robertson

Dereck Hector Rocha Perez

James Connor Schiller

Noah Erron Scott

Emma Elizabeth Shinn

Deanna Lashay Skelton

Makayla Brooke Smith

Rebekah Lynn Smith

Jaylen James Swain

Braelyn Jae Taylor

D’Morion Tevun Thomas

have been throughout high school.

“I was not the best student at the beginning,” Green said. “My teachers continued to push me in the right direction, and that’s when I found my future. I’ve become part of a community and I’m sad about leaving that.”

While leaving his hometown behind, Green knows that the connections he’s made will remain the same.

“Just because I’m moving on, doesn’t mean I will lose my community,” Green said. “I know that my friends and family will still be here for me in the future.”

Green is most looking forward to growing in his professional career while creating new connections through his love for welding.

CHLOE ABRAMS Valedictorian

Gavin Blake Trussell

A’Tierius Cebria Twyman

Jacy Lauren Wallis

Jenna Elizabeth Wilson

Clara Abigail Wright

Westminster School at Oak Mountain

38 graduates

5080 Cahaba Valley Trace • Birmingham, AL 35242 Knights • 599 students • Ranked the 11th best Christian school and 20th best private school in Alabama

Micah Adams

Sophie Allen

Elizabeth Bandura

Preston Bishop

Natalie Brooks

Ben Burford

Grace Cobb

Andrew Cortez

Wilson Davis

Hailey DelFavero

Nathan Duncan

Ava Ellerbusch

Maddox Evans

Adam Fanning

Kaylee Franklin

Andrew Giadrosich

Daniel Godfrey

Jennifer Grant

Sam Henry

Noah Holmes

Helen Hotten

Kennedy Likens

Porter Lunsford

Miles Merwin

Adleigh Metcalf

Alexander Montgomery

Gabrielle Pettagrue

Natalie Porterfield

Sarah Margaret Ritch

Jonathan Sellers

Caden Singleton

Isabella Taylor

Shelby Till

Caroline Torgerson

Ashwin Varadhan

Bailey Varner

Noel Waters

Virginia Lee Wood

ELIZABETH MARIE BANDURA Valedictorian

Westminster senior Gabby Pettagrue has spent her years at Westminster playing volleyball, getting involved with clubs and immersing herself in her schoolwork.

Along with two of her friends, Pettagrue started a culture club at Chelsea.

“We felt as if we weren’t getting enough of an education about cultures aside from American and European cultures,” Pettagrue said. “Every month we bring in someone from a different cultural background.”

Pettagrue explained how her teachers have encouraged and shaped her throughout the years, equipping her with everything she may need to

Gabby Pettagrue

move into the next phase of her life.

“They’ve taught me how to think, not what to think,” Pettagrue said. “Although I have similar beliefs to the people I go to school with, we don’t all think the same. They’ve given us room to express what we believe, whether it’s in class discussion or individually.”

The confidence and self-expression she’s grown up with at Westminster is something Pettagrue says she will carry with her as she moves on.

Looking forward to her college years, she’s most excited about the freedom in choosing her courses and the possibility of participating in a variety of campus organizations. Pet-

Dear Westminster Class of 2024,

Congratulations on your graduation! We began this year by thinking about the tension you would experience as a senior: that you would wrestle with having divided attention between this year and the years to come. Many of you have reflected on the understandable challenge of thinking so much about the future that you struggle to live fully in the present. While this year of your life is certainly unique, in many ways, this tension – of moving your attention back and forth between the present and the future – is one that you will navigate often in the years to come.

This transition to your next steps after high school also provides an opportunity to reflect on your experiences and achievements that led you to where you are. Such achievements of the thirty-eight of you include athletic state titles, recognition as scholar-athletes, victories in art and robotics competitions, academic awards (including four perfect ACT scores, in addition to four National Merit award winners), and numerous college scholarships. You have written and presented a thesis to an audience of your peers and faculty. You have served and led well on athletic teams, through the House system, and other clubs and organizations.

As we celebrate these achievements, we also consider that many of the best learning opportunities have come not only through experiences of external success but also through struggle. Whether considering your achievements or your struggles, we are not simply celebrating your efforts; we are also celebrat-

tagrue has yet to decide where she will attend college, but she has her choice between the University of Georgia or the University of Michigan.

Pettagrue plans on majoring in neuroscience if she attends Michigan, or Psychology with a focus in neuroscience if she ends up in Georgia.

“Neuroscience is something I’ve always been interested in,” Pettagrue said. “My goal is to become a doctor, so I think taking courses in something that intrigues is important in order to stay on the premed track.”

While she will be moving away from home, Pettagrue is optimistic about the time she will spend at either school.

“I think it’s important to get away from where I grew up in order to grow into who I’m supposed to be,” Pettagrue said. “Obviously my purpose in college is to get my degree, but becoming an individual is important too.”

Leaving Westminster, Pettagrue explained what she would say to a young person just coming into high school.

“I recommend for everyone to get involved with some kind of extracurricular,” Pettagrue said. “Everything I was involved in has helped shape me into the person I’m becoming. Involvement is such an amazing way to meet people and make connections, whether its inside or outside of school.”

ing God’s work in and through you.

On the one hand, it is right for each one to hold a sense of pride in your accomplishments so far! On the other hand, there will be an ever-present enticement to use your gifts for self-promotion. Remember that accolades, achievements, and recognition are not sources of ultimate satisfaction.

Our school’s theme verses for the year include Psalm 16:11: You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore. The path of life that is commended is not a life based on accomplishments or externally-recognized success. Rather, the path to life comes from taking refuge in God and seeing His goodness. Said another way, we do not find refuge in our work, but rather in the work of Christ, and our identity is rooted in that truth.

God has given you remarkable gifts, and I am thankful for each of you. Your call is to be a steward of your gifts, both for the glory of God and the good of others. My hope and prayer is that you will rest in God being at work in all things and strive for growth with that truth in mind. I am proud of your work so far, and I look forward with great anticipation to seeing how you will use your lives to serve God and others.

Chris Knowles

Head of Upper School, Westminster School at Oak Mountain

Shelby County Schools is Empowering and Inspiring our Graduates to Make a Positive Contribution to the World

Class of 2024