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Thomas Stone High School Class of 2015 Nicholas Patrick Absher Amber Kathleen Adams Dylan Jackson Annan-Brown Nicholas Joseph Arguelles Adrianna Rachael Armstrong Nakia Arlandria Armwood Joshua Ramon Arroyo Ayanna Fatima Artemus Alyssa Blake Atkinson Lyndzi Ronale Aulton Autumn Jessica Barnard Jasmine Shauntae Barnes Amber Mae Bartos Robert Jay Battle III Christian Louis Austin Bean
Faith Breads, left, gives the salutatory address.
Tamia Denise Bell Dilan Yuuki Bingham Allison Nanette Bishop Bradley Ryan Blandford Keionna Monique Bolding Brittney Michelle Braden Zoë Christine Bramble Darian Lamont Brame Christopher James Braziel
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Mariam Owolabi, right, hugs fellow graduate Cornell Garris after commencement May 29 in Waldorf.
Colin Clay Breads Faith Michelle Breads Melanie Marie Breads Juwuan Lamar Briscoe Adrian Donnell Brocks III India Rochelle Brown Kiara Monae Brown
Nicholas Absher, left, receives his diploma from Charles County Public Schools Superintendent Kimberly Hill.
Lynn Marie Coles, left, is greeted by Principal Michael Meiser after accepting her diploma.
Jazmine Jeanette Proctor
David Michael Stone
Tashanaé Camilla Qawwee
Angela Nicole Stripling
Marquis Quashawn Bundy
Michael Eugene Leizear Jr.
Alyssa Mariah Rodriguez Queen
Deandre C. Stuart
Shane Alexander Burrell
Carlos Demek Lewis
Levon Marquise Randall
McKayla Cecilia Suite
Bryant Charles Burris II
Matthew Dean Lilley
Lauren Michell Rather
Taron Jamar Swann
Katelyn Elizabeth Burroughs
Kayla Imani Little
Niya Jacquelynn Rawls
Arthur Jamal Taylor
Brent Wanya Lowther
Sean Michael Ray
Darnell Isaiah Taylor
Kairen Naireih Majied
Tabitha Alicia Rea
Ronald Lamont Taylor
Keenen Waihoolanamalie Manley
Elwin Ready
Darrel Eugene Thompson
Tyler Robert McCann
Cortlan Givon Reed
Elexis Deseriegh Thompson
Tyler L. McCray
Destiny Simone Reed
Kayla Danielle Thompson
Micah Ladae McDowell
DaVonte Carlos Reeves
Devin Garvey Thrutchley
Trinity Noel McGraw
Amanda Corinne Reigel
Joelle Dominique Tiller
Tyler Morgan McGriff
Ma.Thalia Victoria C. Reyes
J’Nae Alexis Tobias
Bailey Chrystina Bryan Brittany Tia Bryan Samantha Louise Bryant
Katharina Lynn Bussey Karisma Anjenaé Butler
Valedictorian Amanda Reigel, front, and fellow graduates take in the atmosphere at the start of the commencement. Arden Marie Edelen
Dierra Mianna Helms
Riley Michael Elder
Glory Ann Randal Hendricks
Kyree Anthony Epps
Blake Alexander Herbert
Alex Bastien Estenor
Airiel Milyrah Herrera
Michelle Estenor
Charleese Marisa Hillary
Danielle Mariah Estep
Tynan Blake Hoefferle
Brice Nicholas Ewing
Kyle Joshua Holloman
Sheray Ashley McLeod
DaQuan Malik Farmer
Alexis Domonique Holman
Wilburn Winfred Rhodes Jr.
Aaron LeMar Tolson
Alexis Kristine Mercer
Dashana Lotoya Farmer
Kiersten Alise Holmes
Victoria Ann Richards
Antonio Tyrel Toye
Raymond Jaron Meredith
Dwayne Anthony Farmer
Imani Naechelle Holt
Kara Lynn Riemann
Madison Nicole Truby
David Elias Messmer
Amauri Kyree Holton
Kwame Diallo Truesdale-DelGiudice
Hayley Diana Christensen
Reneé Nicole Fenwick
Devin Patrick Roche
Antonio Andrew Miguelez III
Antoinette Nicole Hopkins
Matthew Joseph Trusnovic
Tiara Acquilla Clomax
Griffin Bailey Kilpatrick Wright Fields
Devon Patrick Roth
Devonte Lorenzo Miles
Marco Antonio Figueroa II
Cain Evan Hughes
Natalie Naling Russell
Shae Warren Tucker
Jasmyn Kaylah Coates
Ronald Ricardo Miller III
Keenen Lavon Humphries
Rachel Lynne Varelli
India Yanique Cobb
David Anthony Fisher
Jordan Taylor Rutledge
Lindsay Marie Mischou
Mia Kharissa Hunt
Quinton Maurice Waldon
Dean Hamilton Cogburn
Isaiah Brandon Fluker
Derek Mingo Sanders
Anaiah Jamyla Mitchell
Jada Scharnae Jackson
Chad Albert Walker
Matthew David Cogburn
Tianna Charmaine Ford
Kayla Shaneil Sanders
Kaylia Alexis Morgan
Michael André Fraley III
Jalen Shane Jackson
Nathan J. Sattler
Nicole Marie Walls
Lynn Marie Coles
Ranise Deshawn Moseley
Larenzo Ricardo Savoy
Maya Monique Warren
Karla Celene Calderon Thomas Miller Callahan Nyla Marchae Calloway Crystal Anne Cannon Jasmyn Lashay Carey Kayla Iyanna Carrington Taylor Monet Carter Malik Y. Chambers-Thomas Jesse Wayne Chappell Dustin Blake Charette
Catie Mae Collier
Jared Jonathan Frazee
Jasmine Marie James
Evan O’Brien Mouton
Khnajyi Chanel Washington
Tyler James Fulginiti
Georgina Marie Settler
Virginia Jeanette Collier
Melvin Lamont James
Rickey Sylvester Neale
Adnan Sami Shabani
Malcolm Amir Watson
Leann Nicole Combs
Cornell Akeem Garris
Thomyece Lynnae Jaycox-Briley
Ray Anthony Nelson Jr.
Mikesha Rachele Shannon
Trevon Montez Watson
Courtney Evangeline Cook
Mackenzie Ann Garrison
Jeffrey Allen Jenkins
Elijah Qinn Newell
Ryan Patrick Sharp
Faith Lyn Watters
Katlynn Danielle Cooksey
Ryan Elwood Gehring
Alfredo Jimenez Corado
Christian Shaun Newman
Tyrelle Lamar Sherman
Canesha Nicole Wells
Bria Alexis Cooper
Charles Alayeé George
Christopher Michele Johann
Patrice Lorraine Newman
De’Vaughn Carlos Simms
Shannon Renee West
Kalin Tiara Cooper
Gregory Phillip Goralski
Jasmine Moneque Johnson
Emmanuel Malik Anthony Nugent
Justin Todd Singleton
De’Jhawnna Lasette Wheeler
Chelsea Mauressa Tierra Cox-Brown
Briana Monique Gordon
Maurice Johnell Johnson
Nicholas Lee Nutwell
Jade Aandra Sink
Amber Nicole Whelan
Lawrence Steven Crider
Kye Christopher Govan
Niaya Imani-Ada Johnson
Mariah Darlene Orange
Colin Patrick Smallhorn
Kinshasa Nyree Williams
Adriana Cruz-Perez
Eric Edward Graves III
Samantha L. Jones
Timothy Wayne Owens Jr.
Nathan Ryan Smallhorn
Nyemani Nynese Williams
Kaitlynn Brooke Danielson
Dajaun Quantez Gray
Kristopher Julian Keane
Mariam Olaotan Owolabi
Maggie Mae Smallwood
Sonyel Alana Williams
Jesse Glen Davis
Juwan O’neil Gray
Alyssa Megan Kelvington
Ilya Joseph Page
Ashley Nicole Smith
Rachel Olivia Williamson
Malik Gabriel Davis
Mi’yona Lanette Green
Chekina Masanga Kiminu
Joshua Paul Parker
Bianca Ariel Smith
Avery Dionnie Wills Jr.
John Donnell Dee Jr.
Kacie Renee Groff
Antwynette Olivia King
Skye Marie Parker
Brandi Lynn Smith
Daryl Anthony Wills Jr.
Priscilla Kaliyan Defilippo
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JaNi’a R. King
Nairobé Imani Parks
Taylor Alexa Smith
Ashley Marie Wilson Autumn Arnaé Wilson
Samantha Leigh Delwarte
Devin Malik Hall
Kelly Marie King
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Vanessa Emann Smith
Dominic Joseph DiGiovannantonio
Lauren Danielle Hamlett
Christopher Daniel Krause Jr.
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Joseph Antonio Smyers
Krystal Nicole Wise
Julia Cialene DiMichele
Jacob William Hancher
Kyle Michael Krawczyk
Christopher Sebastian Perez
Rainey Southworth
Shelby Marie Wood
Shevon Marquita Dodson
A’Lexus Zhan’e Hardin
Christina Marie Lall
Renee Lilieth Perry
Deven William Stancil
Andrew Malcolm Woodard Jr.
Mark Phillip Dorsey
Sydney Alexandra Hardy
Darell Anthony Lamberth
Serella Attalah Pickens
Kenneth Marshall Staton
Imani Joy Yates
Michael Andrew Dorsey Jr.
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Alyssa Ann Stewart
Jesse James Zeigler III
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Brittney Brashae Hayes
Stone Michael Lehosky
Elijah Daquan Proctor
Britney Kay Stokes
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Westlake High School Class of 2015 Darryl Rainard Aaron Jr. Sadiq Latif Afif-Odoms Elizabeth Alejandra Aguilar Tarron Christopher Allen Desiree’ Rochelle Alston Omar Terrell Alston Rashawn M. Anderson Alicia Raeshawn Arnett Jalin Kevon Arthur Bridgette Maria Ash Jamya Nyshay Austin
Bryant Daniels, right, is greeted by Principal Chrystal Benson after receiving his diploma.
Nehemiah Sadé Austin Juan Ayala-Lugo Ii Adham Abdelhamid Ayyad Devin Anthony Banks Regan Gabrielle Barlow Usman M. Basharat Zaneb M. Basharat Cullen Charles Battle Carlos Alfonso Beaumont Jamara René Bell
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Nia Macherie Bell
Salutatorian Maaria Masqood Chughtai, left, and fellow graduates take their places at the start of the Westlake High School commencement May 29.
Georgia Edna-Elaine Benson Sadé Ashly Benson
Maurice Reuben Dawson
Terrell Matthew Henderson
Charnique Germaine Blackmon
Jacob Isaiah Dejean
Krishelle Shamir Henry
Aliyah Moné Blaine
Ariana Gabrielle Diggs
Molly Renee Hersh
Eric Lamar Blount
Cayla Marche’ Dixon
Delandro Natron Hicks
Michael Keanu Bongay
Dearra Mone Donald
Lamont Noble Hill Jr.
Deandre Cook plays trombone in the school band.
Sydney Nicole Bowman
Jasmine Nicole Dove
Nelson Edward Hill
William David Bowman IV
De’Shawn Jamal Duke
Anthony Quintin Hilliard
Alexander Thoreau Parnes
Teriencio Omar Solano II
Taylor Yvonne Bozeman
Briana Nicole Dukes
Tamia Brenaé Hilton
Kenedy Lynaé Hyman Patterson
Alexis Diane Soule
Amani Paris Bradley
Quindun Antonion Duncan
Briana Nicole Holland
Stephanie Leigh Patterson
Solomon Julian Spencer
Rebecca Michelle Bragg
Christopher Daquar Dundy
Kayla Sharee’ Holmes
Natalie Claire Brammer
Asiana Akira Dunn
Christian Scott Holtzclaw
Brandon Edward Brinkley
Cordae Amari Dunston
Matthew Jeffrey Holtzclaw
Kaleb Aaron Brooks
Nicholas Carl Durbin
Spencer Juwan Hooks
Shynika Lashai Brooks
Da’Vonte Jordan Elliott
Tiffany Jewel Horne
Christian Tobias Brown
Trevor Dominique English
Madelene Lillian Horton
Deandre Gregory Brown
Dominic Francis Espeleta
Chei’la Alysse Hubbard
William Paul Buckley Jr.
Shayne Logan Everhart
Anna Margaret Rush Hubbell
Bianca Ladonna Bullock
Trevor Jay Ferrall Jr.
Jasmine Armani Ingram
Alexa Lauren Bungato
Jennifer Nicole Fine
Jordan Ashley Ingram
Larren Marica Burgess
Diasia Ivette Fisher
James Christian Jackson
Jaelin Andrew Bush
Luccien D. Fitzpatrick
Aaliyah Arnell Jacobs
Dwight Caesar
Angelica Flores
Caja Cmon Jacobs
Lexys Coopre Callahan
Kamren Wayne Ford
Jade Imani Jamison
Joshua Jerome Calloway
Aniaja Moné Fousheé
Jayqae Steven Jenkins
Aniya Erica Campbell
Josiah Wellington Franklin
Victoria Summer Jensen
Asia Monique Campbell
Glerisel Delapaz Fronda
De’Borah Omaneé Charlene John
Ricardo Jose Cardoza
Devin Jose Fuentes
Erin Johnson
Nasia Angela Carson
Powell Marselus Gaines-Rodriguez
Jordin Scott Johnson
Dean Jason Carter
Leon Kemet Gilmore
Kienan Malik Johnson
Heather Alexis Carver
Katelyn Ronnae Goins
Myles Devon Johnson
Naomi Patricia Cary
Jonathon Edward Gorby
Raheem Daquan Johnson
Larissa Danielle Castro-Young
Hampton Graham IV
Shannon Monet Johnson
Anthony Chandler Jr.
Joseph Lee Grant Jr.
Tehyana Alexis Johnson
Rashanda Irene Chandler
Christina Nicole Graves
Brieanna Kay Jones
Steven Ray Chandler Jr.
Jasmine Marieia Gray
Katelyn Marree Jones
Monica Markia Chapman
Jayla’ Jazmine Greenfield
Tamara Zhane Jones
Jalyn Brynee’ Chase
Zachia Merceedes Greenfield
Tierra Marie Jones
Taylor Victoria Cheeks
Joseph Rashad Greenley
Zaire Elizebeth Jordan
Joseph Nelson Chisholm III
Jesmyn Neshee Greenwood
Taylor Alexis Julius
Maaria Maqsood Chughtai
Nicole Elizabeth Gregory
Jason Jamal Kennedy
Aryanna Rodrekia Clark
Jasmine Patrice Griffin
Brianna Yasmine Clark
Je’Lisa Monique Guion
Angel Breanne Patton
Robert Lee Spruill III
La’Shae Clarencea Payne-Robinson
Chad Antoine Stanford Jr.
Imani Samantha Pearson
Allan Demetric Stewart Jr.
Elijah Vicente Pereira
Darius Dewayne Stewart
Paige Alese Perminter
Fred Douglas Stoddard IV
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Destini Michele Perry
Ehinome Osekalome Suleman
Asiana Minh Cha’u Phan
Samuel Sullivan III
Brandon Marcel Logan
Jaleel N’Kosi Phillips
Desirée Nicole Sutton
Jerry Lee Phillips Jr.
Jojuana Raeshaunn Taitano
Davon Malik Pitchford
Erica Charmaine Tavernier
Nel’Quisha S. Pitts
Desirai Andrea Taylor
Erica Louvenia Longshore Juan Ayala Lugo James Edward Madison Brianna Danielle Malloy Matthew Alexander Maloy Shadiyah Roniqua Manning Ashley Mariah Marshall Nijaee Melasia Mathis Gabrielle Jordan May Eric Michael McCladdie Aric David McCoy Savon Isiah McCoy-Nicholas Alexus Lashay McIntyre Shayla Mercedes McKnight Lundan Fejonga McKoy Khayla Christine McLauchlin Taylor Kiara McLaughlin Tierra Janay Mebane Mikhail Haile Mekonen
Kyra Alexus Marsia Price
Regina Rasheeda Taylor
Camila Mary Puma
Reva Nicole Taylor
Maleigha Lashae Pyles
Justin Thomas Theus
Jamir Lashae Queen
Devin Marquel Thomas
Mobushir Rahman Qureshi
Marquel Dejion Thomas
Camille Michelle Radford
Sahsha Julianna Thompson
Maleesia K’ionna Ragins
Timothy Darnell Thompson Jr.
Thomas Cole Rands
Richard Antonio Tirado Jr.
Elizabeth Ann Ravancho
Aaron Vaughn Tolson
Micah Kiyona Reid
Taylor Nelore Tolson
Joshua Samuel Reynolds
Oriana Shanae Tomlin
Darrell Webster Rice Jr.
Jack Wesley Toy Jr.
David Webster Rice
Devon Scott Wade
Olivia Josephine Richards
Shania Rose Wahler
Domonique Crystal Robinson
Herbert Spencer Wakefield IV
Malik Juwan Robinson
Enzo Keeke Walker
Michael Warren Robinson III
Dave Rodney Ward
Samuel Adolphous Merrin Jr.
Alexander Joseph Roddy
Tichina Imani Ward
Taylor Kalia Miller
Angelica Paula Medina Romero
Elijah Demond Ware
Sean Anthony Montague
Keith Jamal Rorie
Theodore Bernie Washington Jr.
Demetria Ayana Keyes
James Ivison Moore
Devon Jordan Ross
Starr-Brianna Daishawna Wells
Mohnd Wael Khalaifeh
Justine Grace Morris
Juan Michael Ross
Victoria Monique Wheeler
Adrian Juwon Rosser
Dana Jo’lysa Whitaker
Victor Jesus Mendoza-Chavez
Jada Oni Coe
Ashia Rebecca Hall
Morgan Cree Kimes
Brianna Alexis Morrison
Samuel De’Von Cole
Jereamy Robert Hall
Angel Gabrielle King
Brandon Emile Mosley
Michael George Russell
Anthony Issac White
Tyler Lee Cole
Joshua Richard Hall
Gregory Anton King Jr.
Dannielle Nicole Murray
Nicholas Bret Russell
Nathaniel Terrell White
Ronald Alexis Contreras
Terry Francis Hall Jr.
Jacob Logan King
Kamya Bryanna Myers
Spencer David Russell
Andrew Mark Williams Jr.
Joseph Guillermo Sanchez
Korie Marie Williams
Deandre Tyree Cook
Rachelle Morenike Harbor
Ki’Asia Janell King
Lucas Christopher Myers
Hannah Noel Cooksey
Briana Chantelle Hardee
Semaj Malik Kitchings
Tahir Sundjata Myles
Kenman Delano Satterwhite
O’Shea René Willis
Michael Keith Cooper Jr.
Tammyra Shalane Hardison
Adam Michael Krevey
Kayla Ja’Net Newman
Nicole Rose Scarafile
Cordell Rashad Wise
Trey Marquel Corley
Kelsey Alyssa Harley
Nathan James Labrie
Kathryn Chen Newsome
Rose Mary Sciarratta
Terrill Dashaun Wise Jr.
Ashia Rayshawn Cosby
Adria Joi Harris
Da’ija Denise Lang
Thomas Nguyen
Jonathan Tyler Semarge
Junhee Won
Jason Aldair Cruz Segovia
Camille Jaune’ Harris
Selena Elizabeth Lasley
Osazim Brandon Ojukwu
Irene Oluwabukola Senaya
Mya Lamari Wood Lamark Raymond Wooden
Jajuan Anthony Curtis
Daya Camara-Mutope Harris-Stewart
Deja Renee Lawson
Emily Kathleen Ondrish
Bhagatpreet Singh Sethi
Bryant Jonloc Daniels
Bri’anne Marie Hart
Michael Amos Ledbetter
Taisian Marquet Owens
Danielle Mashay Sherman
Breannah Shadai Woodley
Octavia Nicole Daniels
Lauryn Alexis Hartridge
Darius Mykel Leftwich
Tianna Tyra Owusu
Marquice Akil Simeon
Robert Leo Worth III
Audrey Geneva Davis
Courtney Loren Harvey
James Legrant III
Jeremiah Devone Paris
Justin Michael Skinner
Jalin Garrett Wright
Celine Dion Davis
Jasmine Monique Hawkins
Samantha Elizabeth Lengquist
Daijeurnique Maree Parker
Keyon Jo’taeo Slaughter
Anzhree Tyaira Young
Danaea Simone Lanae Davis
Diamond Tonzacolline Hayes
Logan Shemei Levi
Ethan Jonathan Parker
Alexus Tyriana Smith
Brandon Martel Young
Mercedi Alexis Davis
Dominic Antonio Hayward Jr.
Malik Alexander Lewis
Kiara Nichelle Parker
Brian Alexander Smith
Damani Tayon Jasolyn Young
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Kyric Anthony P. Livingston
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La Plata High School Class of 2015 Trevor Stephen Abell
Cynthia Ann Miller
Alaiyah Janai Seigler
Sophia Alessandra Adamo
Logan Jakob Miller
Nazarina Karita Senn
Emily Rose Adams
Tara Marie Miller
Michael Ryan Serpico
Ronald Paul Adams Jr.
Rocco Antonio Mirabile
Mohammed Ahmad Shadid
Tina Marie Akers
Austin Duane Mitchell
Olivia Elise Shanks
Ciara Brooke Albrittain
Daija Sierra Mitchell
Kelsie Lyn Shea
Ahniyah La Juan Ali
Gregory Timothy Mitchell
Kirsten Renee Shymansky
Courtney Iman Allen
Sarah Cullins, right, is all smiles after receiving her diploma.
Colin Ray Amato
Allison Marie Mohler James Xavier Monaghan
Brooke Olivia Armstrong
Jason Clark Moore
Katlyn Marie-Ann Arnold
Justin Taylor Moore
Cameron Tyler Ayers
Kaleigh Brooke Moore
Kacy Alec Baldwin
Kyle Jeffrey Morgan
Melanie Isabel Barbosa Baez Katelyn Danielle Barnes Lucas Brandt Quill Bayer
La Plata High School graduates toss their caps in the air after receiving their diplomas during commencement May 29.
Taylor Elizabeth Beall Meaghan Elisabeth Beasley
Jade Mary Elizabeth Mortimer Chase Alexander Moyer
Graduate Allie Mohler, left, and a family friend take a selfie.
Samantha Jean Mucciolo Luis Carlos Munoz
David Thomas Beaton
Danielle Nicole Murphy
Shiara Marlie Beausoleil
Jordan Monique Murray
Ta’Nina LaShea Bivins
Michael Dwight Neal
Xavier Bruce Blackson
De’Angelio K. Neal
Anthony John Blankenship
Jackson Cooper Noble
John Tyler Blocker
Matthew Hans Nydam
Savannah Belle Blouin
Class of 2015 President Ryan William Burton gives a farewell salute.
Tamia Leonshae Board Carroll Edward Austin Boarman
Jordan Marquette Oakley Kevin Elliot O’Clair Zachary William Olmsted
Mary Elise Boggs
Noah Paul O’Neil
Kyle Mitchell Boley
Ty William Palomaki
Danielle Rose Bowling
Christopher James Papanicolas Jacob Theodore Pappaianni
Brittny Sue Brash
Members of the La Plata High School Chamber Choir sing the class song “Time of Our Lives” during commencement.
Jackson Joseph Brawner
Colin Edward Davis
Kayla Fay Getgen
Foram Prafulchandra Patel
Haylee Morgan Breitinger
Connor Patrick Davis
Richard Christian Glaze
Samantha Nicole Bridgett
Michael Anthony Davis II
Matthew John Gleason
Jack Kenneth Brockmann
Tiris Symone Davis
Brandon Michael Glover
Destiny Mona? Brantley
Auj?e Marie Brown
Jake Elliott DeLozier
Reginald Andrew Godwin
Chad Howard Brown
Vincent Michael Delozier
Clayton Xavier Gordon
Trey Sebastian Brown
Brooke Alyssa DeMent
Joseph Burch Gough Jr.
Brett Tyler Burch
Cheyenne Leigh Diana
Mia Lynn Griffiths
Shana Nicole Burke
Marquel Jose Diaz
Martin Theodore Grinnage
Ryan William Burton
Joshua Tyler Dickerson
Cody Michael Grubb
Brandon Malik Butler
Emmanuel Lee Dixon
David James Guare
Demetrius Jermaine Butler Jr.
Toni Lej? Dixon
Mary Lou Gyuras
Dominic Alton Butler
Bailey Hunter Donaldson
Jadalynn Anuhealokeonalani Jones Haia
India Martrese Butler
Madelyn Noel Donaldson
Ebonie Rachelle Hall
Baylen Isabelle Caldwell
Leshawn Lahna Dorsey
Eric William Hamilton
Peter Nicholas Calomeris Jr.
Nakayla Keishawn Douglas
Savannah Rae Hamilton
Kali Yue Campbell
Christopher Lee Dubry
Kyle Lawrence Hardy
Meagan Lynne Campbell
Benjamin Peter Dudley
Wanya Kijan Harger
James Vincent Cangro
Kimberlie Alison Duehring
Victoria Coren Harley
Brandon James Carpenter
Kassidee Jenson Dull
Molly Dianne Harman
Merritt Brett Carter III
Adam Alexander Dunn
Korea Luren Harris
Cayla Renee Chamberlin
Amber Bethany Dutton
Claudia Loren Salazar Hart
Chase Kaufman Childers
Lyndi Brooke Earnshaw
Jasmine Monique Hawkins
Sameer Mahmood Choudhry
Travis Todd Earnshaw
Allison Brooke Hayes
Camden William Cianciolo
Joseph Keith Edelen II
Autumn Belle Heneghan
Hannah Rae Clark
Kyle Robert Edelen
Elwood Spencer Henry IV
Klahr Elizabeth Clark
Christopher Lee Edwards
Alejandro Miguel Herrera
James Jacob Clement
Christopher Ryan Egland
Nathaniel Nayven Hicks
Lauren Katherine Clements
Alexis Brooke Elder
Cortaz Henryk Hill
Angelina Alexis Cole
Zane Patrick Ewing
Jasmine Olivia Hill
Devin Lawrence Collins
Elizabeth Ann Exline
Nicholas Alan Hill
Tara Fitzgerald Collins
Cody William Fischer
Joshua Allen Hilson
Cory Cook Jr.
Taylor Leighann Fitzpatrick
Austin Christopher Hobelman
Davani Calik Council
Patrick John Fitzsimmons
Blaine Matthew Hoffman
Jessica Elyse Cox
Summer Rose Fletcher
Payton Kristine Holmes
Savannah Renee Cox
Criseida Marisela Flores-Hueso
Richard Wilson Howard Jr.
Alexander Morgan Crakes
ZsaShaye Kemonnie Ford
Brandon Matthew Hudson
Caitlin Marie Cramblit
Jessica Margaret Foster
Brittney Elizabeth Huff
Haley Lynn Crate
Emily Mackenzie Franklin
Eric Edward Huffman
Leeana Jennae Crispell
Cory Lee Frye Jr.
Emily Morgan Cross
Gina Marie Frye
Sarah Maria Cullins
Bryan Edward Fuesel
Taylor Nicole Curtin
Tyler Evan Gagnon
Zachary James Sinclair Aaron Tyler Singleton
Haylie Morgan Morrill
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Joseph Anthony Parsons Jr.
Nicholas Tyler Smith John Daniel Snee Justin Evan Snell Samantha Brooke Spalding Simeon Alexander Spruill Austin Drake Staats Kayla Alanis Stark Crystal Stewart Samantha Nicole Stewart Marcus Daniel Stine Connor Alexander Strickland Lamar Anthony Stringfield Delonte Daivon Strong Dejon Marquise Swann Kaitlyn Alyssa Swann Tyrell Artis Tave Brian Deon Thomas Deontay Antwon Thomas Karl Sherwin Thomas Jr. Samantha Elaine Thomas Tykisha Nicole Thomas Aaliyah Victoria Thompson
Ciara Brooke Albrittain gives the valedictory address during the ceremony.
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Aleseya Renee Thompson
Ar’Keem Ra’Mon Patterson
Kassandra Clair Thompson
Elizabeth Marie Patterson
Nicholas James Thompson
Chante Toloria Jones
Illexus Simmone Paxton
Makenzie Marie Thomson
Derek Matthew Peltzer
Thomas Elijah Isaiah Tibbs
Jerl Lashawn Peoples
Marissa Linnae Tice
Taylor Anjanai Josephs Matthew Richard Kamin Alya Christine Kassem Andrew Michael Keelan Marissa Lynne Keith Azaria Anania Kelly D’Asia Rene? Kelly John Edward Klopfer Dominique Aleah Knott Erik Anthony Knower Steven Andrew Knuckles Chase David Kolstrom Brett Kinnick Konzen Jessica Marie Koontz Jessi Elizabeth Langley Calvin David Lanier Jr. Christian Terrell Lawson Brandon Scott Lee Rachel Marie Lee Brandon James Lehoskay Demi Elizabeth Lewis Willa Frances Liberi Mary Olivia Litten Ashlyn Nicole Liverman Jesse William Lockhart Cheyne Rosae Lollar Jennifer Louise Long Nicole Marie Lusk Ashley Brandes Luton Luke Alexander Mahaney Dillon Paul Mandley Kylah Sherisse Marbley Martin Lear Margolis III
Bret Alexander Phinney
Clara Ann Timmermann
Jack Blaine Pilkerton
Oscar Fernandez Torralba Jr.
Charles David Pipes III
Malachi Cameron Travers
Amaris Monet Pitts
Abigail Rose Trinchitella
Simone Katrice Pitts
Danin Jordan Turner
Samarah Nichel Poe
Brianna Nicole Twitty
Wyatt James Potter
Binny Hement Vaidya
Logan Ross Powell
Brandon James Paul Vannoy
Hailey Josephine Price
Keith David Viering
Michelle Tiara Proctor Desiree Sommer Proffitt Herbert Charles Pusey III Sean Thomas Rada Spencer Chase Ramirez Mikala Eris Rawlings Connor Andrew Ray Amber Elaine Ream Nicholas James Rehm Collin P. Reitz Kaitlin Elizabeth Resendes Jaime Antonio Resendiz Jose Anselmo Resendiz Rusheme Jabari Richards Charles Douglas Theodore Richardson Jr. Michael Spencer Rickett Jr. Bethany Paige Riege Caitlyn Rachel Roberts Brianna Lynn Star Robertson Sarah Elizabeth Robinson Tremaine Antonio Robinson Tyler James Robinson Haley Marie Roddy
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Maurice J. McDonough High School Class of 2015 Antonio Enrique Roberts
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Nakaya Alexis Allen
Gregory Robinson
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Graduates celebrate after receiving their diplomas during the Maurice J. McDonough High School commencementMay 30.
Tammy Sue Beavers Brionna Jernita Bell Rosten Dante Benitez Jelani Adrian Bennett Keon Jamelle Bentley Kaycee Lynn Berrong Jacob Thomas Bladen John Richard Blake Quindonte Montez Bobo Quinton Lewis Bobo Kimberly Susan Boenig William Danilo Bonilla Sean Dustin Bowie Jason Matthews Bowman Dominique Antoine Braxton Savana Marie Brindle Monet Darice Brooks Daniel Phillip Brown James Andrew Brown Matthew Allen Brown L’nia Chanelle Browne Mecca Islam Bryant Lengthecul Jesse Buford Carolyn Ann Burgess Dawn Marie Burgess Daniel Jordan Burns Derrick Marquise Butler Montez Jerrell Butler Ty’ron Akh’ee Cabbell Sameerah Vallorie Carey Chrystal Renae Carson Antonea Brandi Carter Jocelyn Casarrubias Nathanael James Chambers Tamara Octavia Chase Angel Gabriel Chavez Vanessa Chery Trevon De’shawn Chisley Jamaz Shyheim Clark Daetrice Dashawn Cole Adrianna Renae Collins
Marquis Ronald Kirby waves his diploma in celebration during the McDonough commencement.
Kali Dawn Smith Khalil Daryl Smith Malisa Genee Smith Raheem Jamar Smith Raven Chassity Smith
Rachel Elizabeth Elmore
Skylah Simonne Fran Smith
Brittany Marie Estell
Hunter Jacob Snapko
Elliot Brooks Etter
Christin Alexandra Somerville
Nicholas Robert Fairall
Opal Marie Spinks
Thomas Allen Farmer
Christopher Nathaniel Starks-Bey
Garrett Michael Ferriter
Michael Thomas Stinnett
Eva Theresa Fialkowski
Holly Vitalina Stinnett-Coelho
Katherine Glorioso receives a congratulatory hug from her grandfather Hugh Gardiner.
Ryan George Fisher Alicia Ellen Fitch James Malik Fleming
Cory Allen Stonestreet Lori Ann Sturgill Laron Michael Swann
Rashad Anthony Ford Tiara Sharmaine Ford
Laurence Dakota Swann
Graduates make their entrance at the start of the ceremony.
Cameron Lee Foreman
Nicholas Dominic Swann Alexia Michele Sykes
Jermey Simeon Forris
Clyde Nick Sapon Tabo
Sean Michael Fowler
Marzell James Tabourne
Selena Marie Fowler
Ian Raymond Tahtinen
Kenisha Nicole Frazier
Mufutau Abdul-Kareem Taiwo
Arianna Simone Freeman
Ellen Margaret Tart
Brianna Sierra Freeman
Deondrae D’shaun Taylor
Alyssa Michelle Gales
Joshua Lee Teachey
Everett Elvis Garcia
Shannon Haley gives the valedictory address.
Tyus Deshon Garcia Alyssa Leigh Gardiner William Michael Garner Katherine Anne Glorioso
Brittanee Jaesa Thomas
Darius Tyrell Jamieson
Lauren Alexis Thomas
Vincent Bradford Janes
Patrick Anthony Goemaere
Darian Mitchell Jefferson
Amaya Moshe Goff
Kristina Amber Jenkins
Natalie Caroline Goldsmith
Breanne Marie Johnson
Nathan Xavier Goode
Darian Christian Johnson
Tatianna Gabrielle Griffin
Darius Isaiah Johnson
Stephen Alexander Groat
Quayshaun Deandre Johnson
Kelly Ann Grusholt
Vantino Anthony Johnson
Shannon Noelle Haley
Alexandria Allyah Jones
Isaiah Wesley Hall
Cameron Taylor Jones
Jadelynn Alexus Hargraves
Justin Lamar Jones
Monae Danielle Harrington
Yesenia Noemy Telleria
Te’vaughn Duane Jackson Teresa Marie Janes
Timothy John Godfrey
Austin Theodore Teets
Tyreek Deandre Jones
Micsheena Johnelle Cooper
Tyrae Lanelle Harrington
Terrence Miles Cooper
Davon Harris
Bryan Anthony Julian
Rita Marie Cornwell
Jasmine Iman Harrison
Aalekh Kishor Kaswala
Rebecca Lyne Cossa
Dasean Steven Hawkins
Taylor Ivana Kearney
Deshawn Marquez Credle
Faith Essencedevie Hawkins
Lakeysha Monique Kennedy
Angela Cruz
Zachary David Hayden
Aaron Michael King
Wendell Cullum
Marymargaret Brenda Hayes
Justin Lee King
Kimberly Michelle Cunningham
Jerell Liray Heard
Nathanael Matthew King
Jonathan Andrew David
Demi Lamour Henry
Bre-Enna Jade Davis
Cassie Marina Hensley
Dylan Andrew Dean Thomas Jesse Deese
Graduate Casey Phillips, center, poses for a family photo with his grandparents Alison, left, and Bob Pickeral after the commencement. Tiana Ranae Overton
Malik Marcellous Lumpkin El
Monica Park
Michael Andrew Lupton
Jordan Rose Parker
James Vincent Lusk
Joseph Scott Parker
Steven Roger Lyonnais
Logan Anthony Parker
Mercedes Keyona Maddox
Khusbuben Vimalkumar Patel
Meya Alexis Makel
Sierra Elizabeth Pedri
Derrel Delanta Makle
Justin Boyd Peeples
Kylie Rhiannon Mallory
Brandy Lanair Peoples
Jasmyn Lajuan Mathis
Sean Michael Perkins Saivon Maliek Perry
Lynwood Floyd McAllister
Tania Geneva Petway
Kyle Matthew Thompson Robert Davis Tippett
David Anthoni Luckett
Mishana Rosa Matthews
Xavier Travis Thomas-Jones
Tyler Wayne Tippett Amanda Marie Todd Paige Elizabeth Tritola Katlyn Alicia Truckner Derrick Anthony Turner Ebony Jordon Turner Tevin Malik Turrentine Chadd Everett Tuttle Cedric Bernard Valentine Nelmar Ramon Velasquez Samouhan Wakaria Aiyah-Don Yazmeen Walker
Makayla Nicole McClarry
Shelby SaraAnn Pflieger
Kathleen Andrea McDowall
Casey Allen Phillips
Ryann Lynnee McGee
Tayler Ashley Phillips
Anaya Kasson McGhee
Tamica Keyona Posey
Thomas William McKenzie
Taylor Denise Powell
Marquis Ronald Kirby
Mikhail Jarad McMillan
Darren Joseph Prebble
Zachary Tyler Knight
Sahrai Lizeth Mendiola
Jariah Lashae Proctor
Joshua Arthaniel Henson
Jessica Nicole Krex
Kayla Naomi Mendoza
Michael Lawrence Proctor
Adam Nicholas Higgs
Nicholas George Laco
Sarha Ann Mendoza
Briana Catherine Proksch
Shequan Milek Williams
Ciara Monique Dekle
Brianna Helen Higgs
Jazmin Shatara Lancaster
Ashley Annette Morris
Sauntia Alexus Prue
Thomas Joseph Windsor
Justin Osei Dennis
Nathaniel Jay Hills
Justin Thaddeus Langley
Alisha Cherie Morton
Daijoun Maleek Pryor
Samantha Nicole Winters
Devone Akeem Dent
Gabriel Deshon Hodges
Jelani Ayodele Lawal
Mourtaj Nadia Hajer
John Alphonsus Purdy
Logan James Winzenburg
Ravneet Kaur Dhami
Victoria Love Hogberg
Jacob Eugene Leapley
Ronald Francis Murphy
Maranda Dominique Queen
Vanessa Nicole Wood
Brittany Marie Dixon
Miranda Collyn Holley
Najeer Aki Lee
Lane Pittman Myers
Tyler Jon Ramos
Antonio Woodridge
Ryon Michael Douglas
Osirus Holmes
Douglas Benjamin Bra Leonard
Branden Wayne Nestor
Garrett Stephen Raymond
Faith Elizabeth Wright
Saundra Siani Downs
Khalani Keyshawn Hook
Julia Ellen Lesko
Tyiana Eary Newbold
Christopher Jerone Reeves
Jaia Gabriell Young
Jordan Marie Dreher
Matthew James Hughes
Bernard Jerome Lewis
Christian Michael Newkirk
Dejalana Ailesa Regala
Samuel Lee Young
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Darius D’andre’ Hunter
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North Point High School Class of 2015
North Point High School Class of 2015 Laila Nabil Abujuma
Christian Michael Houston
Dre’Vonn Joshua Adams
Gabriel David Huffman
Robyn Marie Adams
Ngozi Chukwueuka Igbokwe
Julian Vincent Agee Jr.
Kayla Brianne Iriarte
Anoop Aggarwal
Tarasa LáNai Jackson
Ashton Shiryl Alder
Jonathan Royce James
Elizabeth Irene Allen
Brin Rachelle Jefferies
Ryan James Allen
Alexandra Lei Jeffers
Andrew Michael Alsbrooks
Taylor Tamia Jeffreys
Carley Elle Alston
Brittany Nicole Jenkins
Sarah Nicole Papa Alvarez
Logan Wayne Jenkins
Amani Samoane Ambush
Philip Roy Jett Jr.
Jason Kofi Amoah
Cierra Dorethea Carmen Jimason
J’Nai Marie Anderson
Christopher Ameron Johnson
Tiffany Michelle Andrews
Daisha Chante’ Johnson
Brianna Louise Angers
Kenneth Miles Johnson
Salma Ansari
Malik Micheal Johnson
Jordan Haley Aportadera
Reginald Tyrone Johnson Jr.
Mary Katelyn Arevalo
Taylor Erin Johnson
Natalie Lauren Arimah
Xavier Johnson-Howard
Noemi Marie Arquero
Ardajah Monaye Jones
Heru Armoni Ashford
Jasmine Joyce Jones
Mica Danielle Ashline
Jasmine Maralysa Jones
Tyanna Joneé Atkins
Kai Omar Jones
Olanza Khalil Badger Serene Briann Baker Alexandria Taigi Barnes
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Graduates receive their diplomas during the the North Point High School commencement May 30 at the school in Waldorf.
Melvin Eugene Jones Jr. Myka Andrea McPeak Jones Na’J Ard Nadir Jones
Christain Gentry Barnes
Carlos Frederic Childs Jr.
Ricco DeCarlos Jones
Christopher Lee Barnwell
Nakira Hollinae Christmas
Sarah Elizabeth Jones
Madelyn Rose Barton
Maria Michele Cirillo
Thomas Jay Jones
Brandon Warren Battle
Arianna Nicole Clark
Valentina Lynne Jones
Tristen Anthony Baxter
Geordan Rashad Clark
Justin Nathaniel Jordan
Jayni Jachai Bay
Kierra Devonae Clark
Eric Eugene Kareem Jr.
Keyonden Tyron Baylor
Sydnee Keyanna Clark
Destinee Winnifred Kenerson
Anthony Lamont Bazemore
Kobe Marcel Tyler Clarke
Maya Renee Kidane
Alexander James Beauchamp
Hayley Danielle Cleaveland
Allayna Marie King
Darrian Jaihlan Bell
Aiden Lee Ehu-Kai Clymer
Tarik Rashaad King
Alan Michael Belle
Nicholas Anthony Clymer
Jordan Raye Kisselovich
Lavonte Allyn Berman
Dayna Renay Cochran
Alysha Michelle Knight
Jamar Antonio Berry
Jagger Kagen Jackson Cole
Megan Grace Koerbel
William Isiah Berry
Leasia Yvonne Cole
Brittany Love Kotlarsic
Alexander Thomas Best
DaMarcus Carl Stacey Coleman
Kristen Nicole Kriegh
Leia Jessica Bettis
D’Auna Monet’ Coley
Kayla Marie Lally
Gabrielle Olivar Bianes
Mikaela Moneé Coley
Avonne Delonte Lancaster
Khadijah Taylor Bland
Kalandra Elizabeth Collins
Devin Alexander Lane
Asia Christina Bloodworth
Alexander James Concepcion
Samantha Rose Lane
Lauren Taylor Bodamer
Adrianna Nicole Cook
Derek Leland Larsen Jr.
Madison Marie Boelke
Kyra Shawnte Cooke
Ashlee Kaye Latour
Samuel Paul Bonaguro
Cameron Ray Cooper
Jas’mera Cierra Lee
Cameron Myles Booker
McKayla Lee Cooper
Kennard Devon Booze
Tavon Tyrelle Cormack
Rodney Watt Boulware
Tiffany Michelle Andrews hugs her grandfather David Stewart after the commencement May 30.
Jessica Mae Lee
Juliet Anna Cormier
Alicia Tomiya Drayton
Mariah Ann Gaines
Brandon Darnell Hall
Devon Michael Lewis
Brittany Nicole Bovell
Gabriella Oriana Corradi
Michael Tyree Duke
Alayna Kelsi Gammons
Jonathan Matthew Hall
Mark Andrew Leyson
Adam Michael Braunbeck
Asia Monet Costen
De-Andre Malik Durham
Aaron Sotero Garcia
Tiffany Nicole Hammer
Melissa Ann Lindsay
Justin Jarod Brewer
Caleb Jon Cotner
Kari Amanda Dyer
Alexis Diego Garcia
Shawn Christopher Harich
Joseph Matthew Lockard
Kyran Danielle Brooks
Ryan Christopher Cox
Vanessa Dashell Dyson
Michelle Johanna Garcia-Campos
Brandon Dakota Harley
Connor James Loftus
Abrianna Lea Broomes
Tyrone Dionel Craven Jr.
Cordell David Easter
Tiffani Marie Garrett
Knekiya Brenaé Harper
Jeremiah Borrell Looney
Alexis Michelle Brown
Cecil Worthington Crawford IV
Keisha Channell Edmonds
Raúl Hermógenes Garrido Lima
Jaala Marina Shalana Harrigan
Elaina Marie Lopez
Aniya Devine Brown
Nari Danelle Crawford
Ahsan Jibri Edwards
Anthony Jordan George
Joshua David Harris
Taylor Danielle Love
Devin Bradley Brown
Amanda Brooke Crehan
Carissa Candace Edwards
Jessica Michelle George
Brandon Denzel Harrison
Kira Bridger Maginnis
Faith Sarah Brown
Ashley Nicole Cunningham
Alexander Christopher Engle
Keonna Alexis Gibbons
Peter Andrew Hartmann
Deveren Juvonne Manley II
Aliyyah Janaé Bryant
Francis Xavier Curtis Jr.
Seth Brashad Ennis
Alaine Rose Gigon
Draquel Lee’Ante Hawkins
Alida Lenny Manuel Fernandez
Terrell Patrick Bullock
Marissa Geré Cusaac
Kimberly Alexis Epperson
Nathaniel Allen Gilchrist
Anthony Joseph Haynes
Azalea Lashawn Antoinette Marshall
Brian Andre Bunn
Kaylen Monique Dade
Mark Christopher Escanilla
Breshai Nyeale Gleaton
Christian Tyler Healey
Anthony Jamal Mason
John Edward Burke IV
Richard Adam D’Alessandro
Ryan Douglas Esmond
Jainette Elyse Goins
Michael Edward Heck
Lindsey Marie Mathis
Blair Christopher Burnett
Briana Paige Daniels
Stefannia Esparza Pulido
Alyssa Denae Gonnella
Devin Alexandra Heilmeier
Earl Leon Mattear III
Samuel Austin Burns
Dayonna Brynae Davis
Kenaya Tare’ Fair
Jalen Dorell Gore
Andrew Elisha Henderson
Davon Kaleif Matthews
Brianna Kimberly Butler
Jenifer Anise Davis
Thomas Elmer Farrell Jr.
Tia Breshonna Grant
Jasmine Michele Herring
Michael Dewayne Matthews Jr.
Deja Amani Butler
Kendhal Bryce Davis
Bria Chenelle Fauntleroy
Ania Shauntice Gray
Jannell Shante Hicks
Quinton Marquis Mayo
Sean Lee Butler
Liesel Maguire Davis
Myles Stefan Fauntleroy
Jordan Doneé Gray
Taylor Kiana Hightower
Courtnie Maria McAlwee
Tyreik Kyle Byrd
Maliya Nyiel Davis
Gabrielle Anna Ferguson
Nicholas Theophilus Greaves
Alexander Earl Hill
Kennede BréJahn McBride
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Stephanie Gyedua McCarter-Dadzie
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Alycia Banae Delgado
Bobbi Nicole Foote
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Collin Malik Hoffler
Samuel Thomas McCarthy
Haley Alexandra Carr
Tamia Michelé DeLoatch
Eric Raymond Ford
Jessica Lindsay Green
Justin Stephen Holder
Elijah Jalin McClain
Cierra Moné Carter
Jerry Garret Delph
Korin Michelle Ford
Kylie Dunn Green
Joshua David Holmes
Brendan Andrew McCloskey
Jasmine Shanell Carter-Plank
Maren Ann Denyer
Bryce Mekhi Forté
Tameka Delarbara Green
Reagan Hope Holmes
Rebecca Aline McCord
Julian Rafael Castrence
Justin Edward Dinch
Kiah Andrea Fowlkes
Dayqun Anthony Greenwell
Nicolas Michael Holmes-Brooks
Roberta Sandra McCord
Logan Rikio Cebrzynski
Adree Bernard Dixson
Kaylyn Ashley Freeman
Emerald Marie Gurganus
Olivia Lenier Holmes-Chesley
William Thomas McCord
Tahj Mitchel Chamberlain
Brittany Ann Downs
Maya Nicole Fuller
Devon Anthony Gutrick
Amir Dontae Hopkins
Erikia Alexis McCoy
Mei Hua Chen
Juwaun Isaiah Dozier
Jasmine Yukali Gadson
Tyshawn Marquis Hainsworth
Richard Edward Hosier
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Jasmyne Denise McDuffie Courtney Alexander McIntosh Faheem Ashan McKnight Kyle Ori McMillen Jazmin Nicole McMillon Joshua William McNeill Jake Wade Meadows Dayana Keesun Middelton Kayla Rene Miller Cierra Elaine Mitchell Anisa Kai Moore Jaelyn Milan Moore Kiana La’Shea Moore Kyla Tamia Moore Ryan Zachary Moore Sydney Nicole Moore Tania Jessica Morales-Aguirre Abbey Regan Mosedale
Nakira Hollinae Christmas, right, receives her diploma from Charles County Board of Education member Michael Lukas.
Phillip Donnelle Moten Ali Rashad Mubarak Shelby Nichole Mulloy Erica Marie Myers Amelia Cheree Myles Ryan Alex Nebelsiek William Broc Nelson
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Christain Gentry Barnes, left, and fellow graduates move their tassels to the left after receiving their diplomas.
Tori Nguyen Elijah Emmanuel Noel Anthony Malik Norris Caitie Brigitta O’Donnell Cashon Raynel Oliver Molly Ann Palensky Omari Lamont Pannell Chandler David Parker Harshal Patel Ishan R. Patel Shreya Dilipkumar Patel
Alan Belle stands to applaud after hearing the valedictory speech given by classmate Salma Ansari.
Joshua Zachery Patton James Thomas Payne Cheyenne Kirby Peacock John Michael Pearce Kyrahn Alexander Perez Joseph Michael Pinkerton II Priscila Elizabeth Pitti Serracin Christine Lee Poisson Katherine Irene Polk Cole Ryan Poncheri Adrian Michael Porter
Graduate Kyla Moore and her dad Corey Moore pose as mom Kim Moore takes a photo.
DeAndre William Posey Danielle Reneé Poullard Donovan Jóvan Powell Ervin James Powell IV Jayla Loren Prince Chad Akeem Proctor Maravia Dione Proctor Elizabeth Racquel Quintana Miguel Gonzales Racho Joshua Owen Rainey Kalonji Niko Ramsey Judison Aric Raqueno Zachary James Ray Alexandria Lian Reed Lynnie Julia Reed
Angela Marie Stevens
Michael Curtis Wagner
Christian De’Von Stewart
Angelo Juan Walker
Devani Charai Stewart
Graylin Romono Walker II
Kelsey Elise Stewart
Robert Allen Walker Jr.
Ariana Naomi Straughn
Tristan Alex Walker
Asa Kourtney Sturtevant
Cassharie Antwanette Waters
Matias Carlos Suarez Jr.
Mollie Kate Wathen
Kaitlyn Anne Sullivan
Naudia Tierra Watkins
Sean Alexander Sutherland
Brittany Ann Watson
Erin Brianna Swann
Ryane Elayne Watts
George Howard Swann III
Nathaniel David Weavill
Christopher Alan Swift
Chyenne Jordyn Weslowski
Marissa Janay Sylver
Timiya Jadae West
Noah Dennis Taitano
Jaimena Hope Wheel
Bryan Christopher Talcott
Darius Marquise Wheeler
Kristinee Alayjah Tate
Demisha Lanay White
JaiLynn Cymone’ Taylor
Jordan White
Kori Janee’ Terry
Morgan Whitney White
Cindy Thao Thai
Whitney Alexandra White
Njuguna Thande
Nicholas Andrew Wiegand
Toni Le’Shawn Eva Thenstead
Trevon Antonio Wiggs
Julia Marie Thomas
Andre’ Shuntel Williams Jr.
Kaliah Michelle Thomas
Andrew Joseph Williams
Michael Robert Thomas
Keandria Monique Williams
Richmond Cole Thomas
Michael Antonio Williams Jr.
Yolanda Valene Thomas
Noelle J. Williams
Nathaniel William Thompson
Rhunetta Irene Williams
William Jeremy Remik
Brian Marcus Tillman
Destinie Marie Wilson
Miriam Requeno
Brooke Tayler Tipton
Jourdon Alexis Wilson
Miguel Mauricio Reyes Castaneda
Thomas Reginald Tobias III
Shaun Ahmad Wilson
Kendrick Elijah Reynolds
Levi Lovell Tolson
James Michael Windsor
Riley Michael Tomlinson
Andre Jordan Winkfield
Juan Antonio Trevino III
Braxton Edward Wood
Christopher Joseph Troese Jr.
Brent Edward Wood
Brittney Nicole Troxel
Kahlil Rashad Woods
Ny’Esha Dashawn Reese Dona Marian Patriarca Regalado Morgan Stephanie Reid
Taylor Michelle Rice Erika Nicole Richardson
Class President Nakira Hollinae Christmas wipes away tears while addressing her classmates. Matthew Scott Rohrbaugh
Elena Aurora Seaton
Bevelyn Janae Smith
Christopher Darien Rollins
Tyrone Anthony Shaw Jr.
Javon Terrell Smith
Michael Nathaniel Rollins
Kyana Moné Shelton
Kennede Louise Smith
Jaire Alden Tucker
Monsi Maurice Wooten Jr.
James Paul Roy
Logan Alexander Shifflett
Kirby Morgan Smith
Justin Earnest Turner
Tyson Solomon Worsley
Julian Tyler Roberts
Daniel Justin Rye
Crystal Alexandra Simmons
Stephanie Marie Smith
Kiara Lorraine Turner
Brandon Jeffrey Wright
Gregory Alan Robertson Jr.
Jedexonne Malig Salazar
Teghan Faith Simonton
Brandon Nicholas Sorli
Allen LeAndrew Tyler II
Iman Nalani Wright
Courtney Julia Taylor Robinson
Rachel Cleofe Santos
Scott Edward Skinner
Emily Jane Staudmyer
Jai Ceon Rahjee Upchurch
Unique Joyce Wright-Jeffers
Arriana Sarai Rodwell
Klarenz Jeau Nicole Gonzales Sarabia
Tamia Jenai Slater
Torie Myree Steinman
Leandro Daniel Valdez
Caasi’ Stephanie Wynn
Joel Aaron Rogers
Desireé Nicole Satchell
Erykah LaVonne Smalls
Kevin Holden Steinsberger
Valencia Ashley Vastey
Hunter Edward Young
Valiq Elijah Rogers
Tyra Alise Saverson
Shaina Elizabeth Smalls
Ajané Donielle Stevens
Emma Catherine Veteto
Marcel Quinton Young
RicQuan Randolph Richardson Corey Cordell Rious Jr. Eris Melissa Rivers Jessica Lynn Rivoire
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Joe-Joe, You have captured my heart and I respect how you have grown from a boy to a man! Keep God first and do your very best at Bowie State University. Joseph Collins
Northern High School
Love, Mommy
No matter where life leads you, we will always be your biggest fans. We are here for you always.
We are so proud of you. Now, look forward to Towson University!
Love, Mom & Joe
Love, Mom, Regs & Lauren
Anthony DiPietri
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Sara Hardegen
Northern High School
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Proud of you! Honor Roll Student all these years. Good luck to our future Doctor McNamara!
We are so proud of your accomplishments! Love you lots, Maw & PaPaw
Congratulations on your high school graduation! Love, Aunt Regina, Uncle Jeff, cousin Ben & cousin Nate
Your Loving Family Anthony DiPietri
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St. Mary’s Ryken High School
We’re so proud of you! We know you will do great things in the future! Congratulations!
Robbie Boothe
Victoria Murray
St. Mary’s Ryken High School
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Love, Mom, Dad and Family
Chandler Gerek
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Great Mills High School
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We all love you so much and could not be more proud. Your dedication will continue to serve you well.
Way to go Valedictorian! Congrats on being #1! Go IRISH!
Congratulations, we are so very proud of you. Keep up the good work and follow your heart and dreams.
Love, Mom, Dad and Cady
Love, Your Family
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Chopticon High School It was such an honor to be able to watch you walk across that stage and get your diploma, your dad and I are so proud of the woman you have become, you have exceeded our expectations in many ways. Keep working hard and all that you want you will have. We love you more than you will ever know, Angie and Dad
Love, Mom, Dad, Christina, Brian, Ashley & Tyler
Love, Mom, Dad & Daniel
Harley E. Rector
Cameron Gorsak
Chopticon High School
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St. Mary’s Ryken High School
We are so proud of the young man you have become and your future yet to come.
Calvert High School
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Northern High School
Congratulations on this exciting milestone! We are so proud of the young woman you’ve become.
Love, Dad, Mom, Kyle & Ally
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Bachelors of Psychology I am so proud of you!!! Love, Mom
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James Morgan
Patuxent High School
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Kiki, Congratulations on your accomplishment. We’re so proud of you and all your achievements. Continue to keep God first in your life and he will guide you as you continue life’s journey. Keyawna C. Griffith Love, Univ of Md - College Park Mom, Dad & Kristen
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Menyon Keys
University Of Maryland
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Menyon, you ROCK #FLEEK#BRAVO#LOVE#PRIDEMOM #WHATSNEXT#PHD Your accomplishment Bachelors 2012 and Masters 2015 in Business Management are well deserved!! All you have accomplished will inspire your daughters Mia, Kira and son Eric to strive for all they can be in life. LOVE much much, Mom and Family.
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Michelle M. Jackson
West Virginia University
Anthony DiPietri
Angelina McNamara
Northern High School
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Logan Kilroy
Lettie Dent Elementary School Congratulations on your first year of school!!! We are very proud of you!
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Love Always, Mommy, Daddy, Brother (Tyler) & Amanda
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Congratulations!
Jaedin, may God continue to bless you abundantly. A genius you are. Congratulations son. Hebrews 13:5-6
Jaedin Adam Matthews
We are SOO proud of you! You have turned into such a beautiful young lady. Cant wait to see what 9th grade and Highschool Softball brings you!
Love, Your Dad, Mom, Jinger, Joshua and Jacob
God & Family First Homeschool
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Peyton Gowin
John Hanson Middle School
We Love You Big Much, Mommy, Daddy & Michael #TeamHustle #24
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La Plata High School
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No words can express how very proud we are of you. We love you and wish you all the best.
We are SO proud of you! You have a great life ahead and will be successful in all you do...
Love, Demi Elizabeth Lewis Your Proud Mommy
Love, Your Dad, Mom, Jaedin, Joshua and Jacob
God & Family First Homeschool
Spencer
Congrats My Princess! Chase your dreams, Never stop trying or learning, Live life to the fullest, Give it nothing but your best.
La Plata High School
Jinger, May God continue to bless you abundantly. Amazingly intelligent you are. Congratulations sweetheart. Matthew 6:31-34
Love, Mom, Dad & Mitchell
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La Plata High School
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Remember this day, the sense of pride and accomplishments that you take from it. Use that to move forward toward your next big goal. We are so Proud of YOU! Gabrielle Scanlin La Plata High School
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Darius, Congratulations! Treasure this moment of success and enjoy the journey ahead. We are so proud of you. May God Bless You Always! Love, McDonough High School Mom, Dad & Family Darius Johnson
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I’m so proud of the young lady you have become! Follow your dreams creating memories for a lifetime of joy!
Holly Stinnett-Coelho
Love, Mom
McDonough Middle School
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Congrats on graduating basic training! We are so proud of you! Love, Your Family Jesse Mothershead
2nd Batallion 60th Infantry Regiment In Fort Jackson
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Congratulations on a job well done! We are all so proud of your accomplishment. The future is limitless! Go for it! Love, Your Family & Friends Gabrielle Stuart
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Henry E. Lackey High School Class of 2015 Danielle Elisa Able Ty-Kiem Leon Adams Cinddy Ngum Aji Jasmen Lanette Andrews Kofi Agyeman Annor Angela Nicole Bailey Marcel Shyhiem Baker Austin Kody Ball Anbrenae’ Tania Beale Cordel William Beckham Caleb Taylor Bickerstaff Josiah Dewayne Bivins
Breonna Rochelle Posey, right, receives her diploma from Charles County Board of Education member Margaret Marshall.
Trena Danielle Bivins David Gary Boarman II James Durrant Boley III Chelsey Montana Booher Brandon James Boone Paul Nicolas Bouatene Brandon Lee Bowie Jeremy Scott Bowie Kassidy Renee Bowie Dunjour Gibora Bowman Samantha Rose Boyd Tameysha Darne’ Brooks-Jones
Staff photos by GREG DOHLER
Salutatorian Jessica Nelson, front left, helps fellow graduate and valedictorian Melissa Nelson get ready prior to the start of the Henry E. Lackey High School commencement May 30.
Betoria Ann Brown Diane Jo’von Brown Kaniya Zhan’e Brown Marshawn Jamal Brown
Charles County Schools Superintendent Kimberly Hill adresses graduates during the ceremony.
Tyler Dangelo Brown Melvina Amirra Brummitt Taylor Jtan Bryant Gabrielle Alana Buckles Brianna Rose Buckner Malik Darren Bullock Thomas Joseph Burch Bri’ona Alonda Burton Ky’verra D’amir Butler James Ezekiel Aguilar Cariño Montre De Juan Carroll
Chyna Bernee Small-Carter
Jessica Alyss Nichols
Briona Shadae Smith
Donald Ullysses Palmer III
Christopher Robin Smith
Marshall Jerard Parent
Knicolus Kyiel Smith
John Cutler Parker
Sydney Raven Smith
Deon Javontai Payne
Alexis Kalaya Stewart
Gage Tyler Perkins
Maeyanna Adajah Stewart
Abigail Marie Perry
Robert Allen Stinnett
Clayton John Perry
Lexy Monea Stocks
Joshua Steven Peters
Shanice Janae Carroll
Kathrynn Renee Pickering
Sarodah Lavonna Chapman
Timothy James Poole
Kayonna Dianne Chisley
Breonna Rochelle Posey
Hal Eugene Clagett III
Stanley Remero Price II
Alexus Breana Clanton Anthony Terrell Clark
Lanique Ronae Newman
Alexandra Nicole Proctor
Dezare’ Shanel Stone K-Lyn Enriquez Sumter Lexandrea Mildred Surratt Tavon Keonta Swann Zachary Richard Sweeney Tuba Butt Tanveer
Eric Uriah Clark Jr.
Tyler Dangelo Brown receives his diploma during the commencement.
Kayla Renee Clark
Scott William Faverty
Hope Charleen-Marcy Harding
Ashleigh Raye King
Austin Reece Clodfelter
Lexus Rene Fenwick
Ismaaeel Raheem Harris-Rivas
Austin Curtis King
Erin Jeannette Cole
Gabriella Sophia Ferguson
Emani Marie Hart
Patrick Barry King
Branden Kyle Collins
Rafael Harold Ferguson
James Roosevelt Henderson
Sidney Leigh King
Steven Michael Coltman
Stephany Fernandez-Peralta
Steven Edward Henry
Randall Haru Kirby
Ashiya Mia Comer
Deontez Terrell Fleet
Tyree Ashley Henson
Vanessa Nicole Lafleur
Patrick Thomas Connor III
Ariel Shannelle Ford
Joseph Brian Herlong
Alexander Charles Lateulere
Saeviah Virginia Conyers
Kenneth Eugene Ford
Shana Elaine Herring
Zachary Lewis Laury
Kayla Autumn Cooper
Samantha Jo Fowler
Matthew James Higdon
Jordan Christopher Lewis
Nicholas Keith Cox
Tiara Alexus Jaimie Francis
Mitchell Bernard Higdon
Achielle Milton Lindesay
Brittany Nicole Crofoot
Daryl Andre Franklin Jr.
Alleyah Sonje’ Holder
Cortez Marquis Lipscombe
Andre Tyrone Curtis III
Taylor Shimei Freeman
Javon Shontel Holloway
Dacarlo Lee Lyles
Madeline Rae Cutlip
Alan James Fusina
Joe Sidney Holloway Jr.
John Allen Lynch
Kevin Earl Roberts
T’mae Danielle Daley
Tyler Anthony Gardiner
Jordan Scott Howells
Richard Raymond Lyons Jr.
Armani Nicole Robinson
Laureen Ashlee Daniels
Montell Isaiah Garrison
Joanna Dinah Hubbard
Davon Dennis Mack
Dejinae Devine Robinson
Imani Aza Davis
Destiny Tamiyah Gary
Kayvon Bernard Huff
Jordyn Alyssa Malry
Crystal Jasmine Rodgers
Natalie Sabrina Delgado
Trinity Danyiel Gaskins
Donté Jeremiah Hunter
George Michael Marcos
Jesse Nathan Rogers
Rashad Lamar Deshields
Katelyn Ashley Gilroy
Jake Robert Hunter
Daniel Humberto Marquez
Nicholas Enrique Roman
Hawa Mohamed Diallo
Amber Jenae Goldring
Juan Andre Hutchins Jr.
Dejon Aurel Marshall
Dominic Jordan Rose
Makenzie Jane Dixon
Daniel Jacob Gordon
Kristine Joyce Ignacio
Terrance Eugene Martin
Devin Nathaniel Rudd
Angel Gracie Dodson
Desiree Tamia Graham
Kim Renee Jacks
David Jay Maurer
David Michael Sanders
Ashley Nichole Donaldson
Devon Tyler Graham
Derricka Michelle Jackson
Megan Renea McDonald
Cindy Courtney Santiago
Bernard Sylvester Douglas III
Lee Roy Rue Granston
Dominique D’montay James
Devin Riley McManus
Jervin Philip Ebardolaza Sasuman
Devontai Leroy Douglas
Alexis Grace Graves
Julian Avery Jamieson
Donte Anthony Meade
Markiera Amanda Saunders
Janay Nichelle Douglas
Ayanna Tiche Green
Tanieka Ann Janifer
Anthony Izaac Mena-Alfaro
Brianna Patrice Savoy
Andre Milford Doyley
Shawn Timothy Gronau
Shade Lawrence Jenifer Jr.
Andrew Hudson Metcalfe
Carrie Elaine Savoy
Nathaniel Edmund Dudley
Alexys Danielle Gutrick
Alexis Ann Marie Johnson
Mark Jeremiah Montgomery
Shayon Robert Savoy
Charnese Javauna Johnson
Terryll Cordell Montgomery II
My’Tajae Tavon Savoy-Gee
Michael Craig Windholz Jr.
Brittany Mercedes Puffenbarger Laura Jade Puffenbarger Damondre Marquis Quander-Johnson Daryan Brenae Queen Noah James Queen Mailin Fuentes Quinto Kayla Lashelle Ramsey Zackary Ian Anderson Ramsey Mikial Christian Redmond Abigail Virginia Richardson Demetrius Lorenzo Richardson Katrina Esther Richardson Terique Antonio-McKinley Robbins
Mosunmol Shantel Taylor Gillaila Patrice Thomas Tyrell Anthoney Thomas Jeffrey Dwayne Tibbs II Jordan Marie Toder Shawn Michael Toder Christine Marie Vansickler Connor Patrick Wagner Taryn Kendall Walker Kassidy Alexis Wallace Meagan Rebecca Wallace Domonic Micheal Walls Terrell Rashad Walls Justin Desmond Walton Philip Christian Warlin Christian Lewis Warren Jenna Bernae Watson Sarah Bri’Annah Weathersby Ryan Christopher Weaver Zachary Tyler Wehausen Kierra Briante West Drew Elliott Westberry Cavon Devante’ Whitfield Brandon Tyler Will Elizabeth Anne Willett Kyle Louis Williams Mary Alexis Williams
Shakuara Arianna Dukes
Cherish Naomi Gutrick
Dominic Antonio Dunlap
Jamahd Benjamin Hackett
Darlwin Akal Johnson
Jacob Allen-Michael Moody
Ashley Maranda Faith Scherer
Jordan Michael Wood
Diarra Sebastian Durant
Killian Mariah Hadsell
Ashley Melissa Jones
Delonte Carlos Moore
Chase Matthew Sciler
Samuel Thaddeus Wright
Raven Leigh Edge
Kyle Jordan Hager
Matthew Curtis Jones
Christopher Allen Moorman
Andrew Eugene Sexton
Tera Marie Yates
Darius Anton Short
Ronald Christopher Zephirin
Christopher Dawon Edwards
Monet Tiesha Hall
Shaniya Lynn Jones
Tione Candace Murphy
Adriana Marie Estevez
Tyris Antonio-Kevin Hall
Tarlita Paris Jones
Dionte Maurice Myles Jr.
Dante Lee Simmons
Cameron Edward Ethington
Jasmine Lucille Hamilton
Zakiyyah Amari’ Jones
Karl David Nan
Tonia Martianna Simpkins
Certificate of completion:
Travis Vincent Evans
Jennifer Nicole Hardee
Jazmyne Asiana Keys
Melissa Jean Nelson
Cortrelle Xavier Simpson
Brenden Howard Kelley
Adekanmi Eriq Fadahunsi
Alissa Maria Harding
Niquisha Brinee Keys
Japheth Michael Newman
Corey Devon Sims
Asia Alysse Walthour
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St. Mary’s Ryken High School Class of 2015 Dylan Montgomery Adams Daniel Winston Allen Boakum Abaronye Apesemaka-Vital Ornella Uwase Baganizi Brittany Elizabeth Bain Barnabas Wiafe Baning Gregory William Beck Michael Paul Beckman Taylor Alexandra Bell Chelsea Anne Berger Casey Jordan Bernard Talore Elaine Cleo Bishop Brian Lloyd Bizier
Dy’Mond Mallette sheds a tear as the Rev. Charles Gallagher of Our Lady of the Wayside Church makes his benediction at the conclusion or St. Mary’s Ryken’s commencement.
Gregory Andrew Bizup Amanda Whitney Bland Kylie Elizabeth Blevins Bianca Quinn Boggs Robert Wayne Boothe II Ryan Hunter Bowles Connor Scott Bullis John Thomas Bullock II Trevor James Burch Rebecca Lauren Burghardt Christopher James Bushell
Staff photos by REID SILVERMAN
St. Mary’s Ryken High School graduates toss their caps in the air in celebration May 26 following their commencement ceremony at St. Mary’s College of Maryland.
Selena Alexis Butler William Samuel Callis Elise Renae Carney Jamil Allen Carr Brenden Charles Carruth Yixuan Chen
Graduate Thomas Gallagher dances while waiting in line for to enter the St. Mary’s Ryken commencement May 26. Gallagher will attend St. Mary’s College of Maryland in the fall.
Ivan Yung Cheng Destinee Helena Clowe Kyle William Collins Meghan Channell Conner William Robert Cook Christopher James Cooley Chandler Austin Dabbs Robert Michael Davis Jared Michael Daye Rachel Lynn Delbo Brett Anthony DeOca Xianhua Diao Nicholas Raphael DiSandro Breanna Elizabeth Dodge Aidan Kyle Dollins Katherine Rebecca Dowdle
St. Mary’s Ryken High School graduate Christina Szewczyk is lifted by her two sisters and Ryken alums, Alexendra and Jamie Szewczyk, following graduation May 26.
Rand Sumerlin Duarte Brett Ladislas Dvorak Donte Rasaun Etheridge Gabrielle Marie Evans Bradley William Farrell
Deja Merai, right, exults in showing off her high school diploma. Teacher Joan Stevens looks on during St. Mary’s Ryken High School commencement at St. Mary’s College of Maryland.
Nathaniel Robert Fechtig Courtney Elizabeth Fielders Bridget Ann Flynn Christopher Joseph Forte Tiana Lashawn Frazier Lane Abell Friedman Thomas Michael Gallagher Jessica Rae Gardiner Darcy Madison Garner Elizabeth Ann Mary Garner Shannon Mackenzie Garner Bryan Michael Gilliam Savannah Marie Giovannoni Kyle Matthew Goddard Scott Taylor Graves Benjamin Robert Greb Trent Allen Hall Lindsay Turner Hanf Parisa Linn Hassanpour
St. Mary’s Ryken graduates Hannah Lawrence, left, and Lindsay Heinze, right, hug Ryken alum Isabel Hearn.
Emily Danielle Hayden
Correna Briana Kelly
Jaclyn Elizabeth Machina
Grace Louise Mueller
Austin Benedict King
Dy’mond Antoinette Lee Mallette
Victoria Blake Murray
Charles Edward Kline
Javon Kerwyn-Hines Marshall
Alfonso Gabriello Nazzaro
Jocelyn Nicole Larson
Samantha Ann Martinson
Jonathan Gregory Nepini
Caroline Nicole Law
Andrea Nicole McCloskey
Michael Andrew Nepini
Hannah Elizabeth Lawrence
Julien Patrick McDermott
HyeSoo Noh
Brady Stephen Lemmon
Angelina Marie McNamara
Jacob Walter Norris
Alyssa Saxon Ingelido
Matthew Peter Lloyd
Deja Karlene Merai
Elizabeth Marie O’Hare
Rebecca Jane Johnson
Kamal Charles Long
Savannah Lee Miller
Michelle Capri Jones
Siena Rose Lynch
Megan Marie Morgan
Lindsay Carol Heinze Bronwen Cox Hollinger Caylin Autumn Hollobaugh Kolbi’ Lauren Holmes Andrea Lynn Homberg Asiel Yamin Horton LeAnne Blair Hudson
Katerina Georgia Pappas
Eric Jordan Thomas
Reginald Scott Parker Jr.
Renae Brittany Thomas
Taylor Michelle Patterson
Andrew Martin Thompson
Tsepo Stephen Perakis
Naiyah Janee Thompson
Brandt Alexander Potas
Stephanie Anne Orallo Thomson
Lauren Yvonne Powell
Cristina Marie Torres
Kailyn Ashley Raum
Mackenzie Nicole Tourville
Zoe Catherine Redmond
Chase Riley Travers
Connor Philip Reilly
Lindsay Rose Turvold
Joseph Aaron Rondeau
Ryan Kyra Walker
Madison Amanda-Sarah Ross
Eileen Brighid Walsh
Jacob William Schoenick
Mariya Elizabeth Walzel
Stephen Andrew Schwab Jr.
Kevin Taylor Watson
Natalie Lynn Seidel
Caroline Maria Weirich
Joseph Michael Sherman
Erik Illya White II
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Dylan Shane Whittles
Steven Tyler Simpson
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Chandler Keturah Smith
Derek Hunter Willis
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John Curtis Winslow
Cody Ryan St. Clair
Christina Marie Wirth
Petar Stepanovic
Shelby Nicole Wright
Robert Christopher Strissel
Annie Rose Yates
Akilah Chantel Stroman
Alexandra Guoya Ye
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Grace Christian Academy of Maryland Class of 2015
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Daniel Ryan, left, is the 2015 salutatorian at Grace Christian Academy of Maryland, and Cameron Thompson is the 2015 valedictorian.
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In the back from left are Sydney Hardy, Jamee Brady, Amy Jones, Jacob Owens, Terrell Brown, Kevin Alston-Smith, Rachel Distefano and Korie O’Kelly. In the front row from left are Caner Dewees, Ashley Wright, Daniel Ryan, Cameron Thompson, Sean Jeung, Sarah Yow and Cory Thomas.
Southern Maryland Christian Academy
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Southern Maryland Christian Academy’s 2015 valedictorian is Rachel Turner, left, and the salutatorian is Joshua Wright.
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Southern Maryland Christian Academy’s Class of 2015 graduated May 30. This class is the school’s 30th anniversary graduating class. Pictured are Stephen Young, Gabriel Harper, Mariah Vaughan, Mary Ingwalson, Mikaela Vaughan, Megan Goshorn, Samantha-Joy Hendry, Ayla McDonough, Brian Dwyer, Joshua Wright, Jordan Lewis and Rachel Turner. The valedictorian is Rachel Turner, and the salutatorian is Joshua Wright.
Southern Maryland Christian Academy’s Class of 2015 graduated May 30. Pictured are Stephen Young, Gabriel Harper, Mariah Vaughan, Mary Ingwalson, Mikaela Vaughan, Megan Goshorn, Samantha-Joy Hendry, Ayla McDonough, Brian Dwyer, Joshua Wright, Jordan Lewis and Rachel Turner. The valedictorian is Rachel Turner, and the salutatorian is Joshua Wright.
CongratulationsToThe 2015 Graduates! ENJOY A TASTE OF
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