Class of 2022

CLASS OF 2022 COLLEGE DESTINATIONS

Trae Adkins - University of North Georgia

Austin Allred - Georgia Southern University

Carsyn Baker - University of Georgia

Emma Barley - Georgia State University

Angus Bateman

Mia Berry - College of Charleston

Sarah Blackstone - Georgia College & State University

Will Bowick - Jacksonville State University

Julian Brown - Valdosta State University

Aaron Carter - University of North Georgia

Allison Carter - Baldwin Wallace University

Michael Chick - Georgia Institute of Technology

Caroline Conner - College of Charleston

Ana Cordero - University of North Georgia

Saylor Cornelius - College of Coastal Georgia

Cassie Culver - Oglethorpe University

Amelia Dolvin - University of Georgia

MK Dopp - Georgia Southern University

Charlie Duke - Western Carolina University

Garrett Edwards - University of Tennessee

Lily Eubanks - Auburn University

Hunter Exline - Kennesaw State University

Laythan Folgman - Georgia Southern University

Kilissa Gasaway - Kennesaw State University

Mac Geoffroy - University of North Carolina

Jocelyn Gonzalez - Gwinnett Technical College

Brady Gray - Georgia State University

Taylor Grossman - Georgia Institute of Technology

Will Herren - University of Georgia

Noah Hicks - California Institute of Technology

Alex Hutchison - University of Georgia

Tim Jackson - Anderson University (Indiana)

Avery Jesel - University of Alabama

Kennedy Johnson - High Point University

Nick Johnson - Georgia Southern University

Garrett Kirby - Kennesaw State University

Jake Lance - Georgia Southern University

Matt Lazenby - University of Georgia

Mason Lee - University of Tennessee

Conner Lemke - Georgia Gwinnett College

Nicholas Lo - Kennesaw State University

Graham Lucas - Georgia College & State University

Karrigan Malcom - Georgia Southern University

Camille Malcom - Georgia Southern University

Madison Marable - University of Georgia

Reagan May - University of Georgia

Hannah McDonel - Georgia Southern University

Nicholaus McDowell - University of North Georgia

Breena McGraw - Columbia University

Alex McMunn

Vic Meinert - United States Army

Emmie Mitchell - University of Georgia

Jake Moore - University of North Georgia

Abel Moreno - University of North Georgia

Anslee Parrish - Piedmont University

Reagan Peppers - Georgia Southern University

Teagan Phillips - Georgia Southern University

Elizabeth Pope - Brenau University

Nathan Purvis - University of North Georgia

Aidan Rainey - Georgia Military College

Eugene Rawl - University of Georgia

Joey Rockmore - University of Georgia

Ella Rowan - Georgia Institute of Technology

Hadley Schnieders - Louisiana State University

Dylan Shusterman - College of Coastal Georgia

Delaney Sims - Alfred University

Andrew Staples - Kennesaw State University

Perry Jake Stone - University of Mississippi

Charlie Stout - University of Georgia

Anna Swope - Georgia Institute of Technology

Taylor Tinsley - University of California Los Angeles

Cooper Treadaway - Georgia College & State University

Grace Watts - University of Georgia

Dominic Williams - University of North Georgia

Gavin Williams - Kennesaw State University

James Williams - University of North Georgia

Rhiannon Williams - Berry College

Gracie Wood - Samford University

Abby Wright - Auburn University

SCHOOL AWARDS

Valedictorian - Noah Hicks California Institute of Technology

Salutatorian - Anna Swope Georgia Institute of Technology

Hearn Medallion - Noah HicksSocratic Award - Anna Swope

Vires Acquirit Eundo Award - Allison Carter

Beta Club Student of the Year - Gracie Wood (Teacher: Mrs. Kellie Watts)

National Honor Society Student of the Year - Noah Hicks (Teacher: Mrs. Melissa Page)

SCHOOL & COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS

GWA Cure Dawgs Scholarship - Charlie Duke and Elizabeth Pope

Hudson Family Foundation Scholarship - Allison CarterMonroe Junior Service League - Carsyn BakerWalton County Foundation Scholarship - Allison CarterCoach Mike Head Memorial Scholarship - Will Herren

Dr. Lavinia Wood Memorial Scholarship - Reagan May

Gary & Rita Kennedy Memorial Scholarship - Meridyth Dopp

Barrelle Roofing Scholarship - Austin AllredRotary Service Above Self Scholarship - Charlie Stout

American Red Cross Blood Service Scholarship - Meridyth Dopp

Walton Electric Trust Scholarships - Will Bowick, Austin Allred, and Anna Swope

Atlanta Journal Cup Award - Noah Hicks

Youth Leadership Walton - Will Herren, Reagan May, Emmie Mitchell, and Ella Rowan

Youth Leadership Walton Alumni Scholarship - Will Herren

Daughter of the American Revolution Good Citizenship Award - Kennedy Johnson

Eagle Scouts - Aaron Carter and Reagan May

ACADEMIC AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

STAR Student - Mac Geoffroy (Teacher: Mrs. Kellie Watts)

Class of 2022 Competent Toastmasters - Michael Chick, Mac Geoffroy, Taylor Grossman, Will Herren, Noah Hicks, Avery Jesel, Matthew Lazenby, Graham Lucas, Camille Malcom, Emmie Mitchell, Aiden Rainey, Eugene Rawl, Dominic Williams, and Gracie Wood

GHP State Finalists - Breena McGraw and Anna Swope

Honors Inquiry Program - Breena McGraw and Allison Carter

National Merit Scholarship Letter of Commendation - Noah Hicks, Breena McGraw, and Anna Swope

ATHLETIC RECOGNITION

Bulldog Award - Hannah McDonel and Noah Hicks

CLASS OF 2022

ALL-STATE

Athletic - Mia Berry (Cheer), Amelia Dolvin (Cheer), Caroline Conner (Softball), Taylor Tinsley (Softball), Charlie Stout (Swimming), Perry Jake Stout (Wrestling)

Literary - Allison Carter, Mac Geoffroy, Alex Hutchison, Elizabeth Pope

Band - Will Bowick

COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC/ FINE ARTS SIGNINGS

Band

Austin Allred - Georgia Southern University,

Emma Barley - Georgia State University,

Will Bowick - Jacksonville State University,

Julian Brown - Valdosta State University,

Charlie Duke - Western Carolina,

Gracie Wood - Samford University

Cheer

Mia Berry - College of Charleston

Softball

Caroline Conner - College of Charleston,

Anslee Parrish - Piedmont University,

Taylor Tinsley - UCLA

Twirl

Taylor Grossman - Georgia Tech

Basketball

Noah Hicks - Cal-Tech

Lacrosse

Tim Jackson - Anderson University (Indiana)

Volleyball

Delaney Sims - Alfred University

Swim

Charlie Stout – University of Georgia

100% accepted to four-year colleges

63% accepted to EVERY college and university to which they applied

What’s on the Horizon?

SUCCESS STORIES START HERE

In last year’s Bulldog magazine, we highlighted six students who demonstrated the GWA experience of preparing students academically, athletically, artistically, and socially for success in college and beyond. One year later, we take a look at where they are headed and how GWA prepared them for their next step in life.

TAYLOR GROSSMAN Georgia Institute of Technology “Throughout my time at GWA, I learned the importance of building relationships, especially with your teachers and classmates, because those are the people who are going to help you out when you need it. As I take on college, even though it’s on a much larger scale than the GWA community, I’m going to try my best to make friends in all my classes and talk with my professors and TAs.”

CHARLIE STOUT University of Georgia “I attended GWA since kindergarten and I feel confident that the school provided me with a foundation that will allow me to succeed at the next level. Go Dawgs!”

BREENA MCGRAW Columbia University “GWA’s broad variety of rigorous classes and dedication to allowing students to pursue their academic passions prepared me for the freedom that comes with college, and helped me learn crucial time management skills. I now feel well prepared to further explore and develop my interests, and I am confident that I can handle the workload that comes with studying at a top college.”

KENNEDY JOHNSON High Point University “GWA taught me great communication skills and how to build connections with people. This is the most valuable skill I can take with me to college and beyond because I never know who I may come into contact with and how they can help me in life.”

TAYLOR TINSLEY University of California, Los Angeles “Not only has GWA prepared me to be successful in the classroom, but my social skills grew tremendously throughout my senior year. Being a role model to younger students and sharing my story to teachers and staff members made me more confident in my voice. GWA has prepared me to be my ‘best me’ as I step into my next phase of life.”

DOMINIC WILLIAMS University of North Georgia “George Walton did a great job at preparing me for the next chapter by showing me how important it is to have support. I learned how to have a strong work ethic which has allowed me to thrive. I learned about the pros of teamwork and leadership as well as good time management. All these things will allow me to thrive as I begin college and the next chapter of my life.”

EMMA BARLEY Georgia State University “Going to George Walton helped me figure out what I wanted to study in school. I was given opportunities in art and music that I wouldn’t necessarily have elsewhere. I was able to explore sculpture through independent study and music in the George Walton Academy Marching Band. I also gained leadership skills as a drum major that helped set me apart from other college applicants. My college experience so far has been wonderful due to connections I made while attending George Walton.”