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GRADUATION 2021

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• Jackson Mitchell Stephens, son of Jason and Juli Stephens, of Kitts Hill. Jackson will attend Lipscomb University where he plans to major in engineering.

Jackson was chosen for WSAZ Best of the Class and was also selected as CHS Senior Salute.

• Whitney Blake Anderson, daughter of Curtis and Marsha Anderson, of Chesapeake. Blake is a member of the National Honor Society and the National BETA Club.

She plans to attend The Ohio State University, where she will major in international affairs/politics and government. Blake was chosen for CHS Senior Salute.

• Emily Kate Schwamberger, daughter of Scott and Heather Schwamberger, of South Point. Emily is a member of the National Honor Society and the National BETA Club.

She will attend Ohio University, where she will major in nursing.

Emily was selected as CHS Senior Salute. She will receive the state honors diploma.

• Olivia Grace Reynolds, daughter of Steven and Angie Reynolds, of Chesapeake. Olivia is a member of the National Honor Society and the National BETA Club.

She will attend Middle Tennessee University and major in nursing.

• Ian Shawn Hicks, son of Shawn and Jessica Hicks, of Chesapeake. Ian will attend Morehead State University, but is undecided on a major.

• Jacob Jon Lemley, son of Alicia and Toney Brown, of Coal Grove, and Chad Lemley, of San Antonio, Texas. He plans to attend The Ohio State University, where he

will major in engineering. Jacob was selected for CHS Senior Salute.

• Andrew David Bentley, son of Lawrence and Brandi Bentley, of Chesapeake. Andrew will attend Marshall University, where he plans to major in exercise science.

• Nathaniel Christopher Cox, son of Bradley Cox and Shannon Bartoe, both of Chesapeake. Nathan is a member of the National Honor Society and the National BETA Club.

He will attend Marshall University, where he plans to major in physical therapy. He was selected as CHS Senior Salute.

• Faith Yvette Fletcher, daughter of Cecil and Tonya Fletcher, of Chesapeake. Faith will attend Ashland University, where she will major in psychology/criminal justice.

• Kaden Bryce Holsinger, son of Amy and Marcus Stallo, of Chesapeake, and Shane Holsinger, of Lexington, Kentucky. Kaden is a member of the National Honor Society and the National BETA Club.

Kaden will attend college, but is undecided on a university and a major. He will receive a state honors diploma.

• Thomas Andrew Sentz, son of Brandi Sentz, of Willow Wood, and Andrew Sentz, of Summersville, West Virginia. Thomas is a member of the National Honor Society and the National BETA Club. He will attend West Virginia University-Davis College of Agriculture, where he will major in natural resources and design. He was chosen for CHS Senior Salute.

• Natalie Brooke Pratt, daughter of Stephanie Pratt, of Chesapeake, and the late Bill Pratt.

She will attend Marshall University, where she will pursue a degree in

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• Michaleigh Rebekah Adkins, granddaughter of Deena Holley, of Chesapeake. Michaleigh is a member of the National Honor Society and the National Beta Club.

She plans to attend St. Mary’s School of Nursing. She will receive a state honors diploma.

• Madison Elaine Louise Ward, daughter of Joshua and Stephanie Ward, of Chesapeake.

She is a member of the National Honor Society and the National BETA Club. Madison plans to attend Alice Lloyd College, where she will major in kinesiology. Madison was selected for CHS Senior Salute.

• Jalyn Marie Teasdale, daughter of Thomas and Felicia Teasdale, of Chesapeake. Jalyn plans to attend Marshall University, where she will major in computer and information technology. She will receive the state honors diploma.

• Parker Jennings Fikes, son of Jason and Kimberly Fikes, of Chesapeake. Parker plans to attend Marshall University and major in computer science.

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MAGNA CUM LAUDE 3.66-3.80 GPA • Olivia Grace Lowe, daughter of Paul and Tamara Lowe, of Chesapeake.

• Bryson Lee Haynes, son of Jake and Ginny Anderson, of Chesapeake.

• Tristan Joanne Lunsford, daughter of Jean Nichols, of South Point.

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• Erika Lynn Bowman, daughter of Darryl and Lisa Bowman, of Chesapeake.

• Tristin Remington Fry, son of Danny and Ronda Fry, of Chesapeake.

• Emily Carolyn Mayenschein, daughter of Chuck and Carolyn Mayenschein, of Chesapeake.

• Brecka Joanne Ridenour, daughter of Doug and Courtney Ridenour, of Chesapeake.

• Kara LaNetta Ann Taylor, daughter of Victoria Craft, of South Point.

• Morganne Conleigh Jones, daughter of Laura and Mike Workman and Travis Jones, of Proctorville.

• Natalie Marie Hegemeyer, daughter of Nathan and Audrey Hegemeyer, of Chesapeake.

CUM LAUDE 3.50-3.65 GPA • Sydney Grace Burns, daughter of Tracy Waugh, of South Point.

GRADUATION 2021 • Sarah Madeline Copley, daughter of Scott and Suzanne Copley, of South Point.

• Hunter Varian Blackburn, son of Tammy and Chris Wells, of Chesapeake.

• Logan Michael Booth, son of John and Nancy Booth, of Chesapeake.

REMAINING GRADUATES

Anthony David Adkins, Nathan Trey Adkins, Hannah Faith Albright, Savannah Hope Arrington, Jordan Austin-Willis Bacon, Riley McKenna Brooks, Hunter Lee Burcham, Mikala Shantail Burnside, Kristen Rose Caperton, Alexia Lynn Castleberry, Abigail Grace Chaffin, Hailey Mae Chapman, Richard Eric Chorian, Jason Scott Christian, Anna Nicole Collins, Elizabeth Kay Cremeans, Charles Alexander Curry, Matthew Lane Damron, Brady Thomas Darnell, River Lillian Dreyfuse, William Kenyon Elkins III, Hunter Blake Evans, Christin Brook Ferguson, Nicholas Scott Ferguson, John Robert Galloway, Ricky Lee Garrett II, Travis Cole Grim, Chasity Shian Grace

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Hall, Brianna Renee Henson, Taeya Shae Henson, Sky Marie Higginbotham, Ivy Sage Hogan, Emma Grace Huff, Jeremiah Stephen Jarrell, Vanity Rose Johnson, Colton Lee Ray Jones, Sierra Makenzie Jones, Angelina Marie Kinder, Ethen Kyle King, Anthony James Littreal, Jacob Hansel Martin, Jonathan Andrew Martin, Hector Eugene Martinez, Jacob C McCloud, Dylan Bryce McGlone, Kyrstin Ranee Alyssa Medley, Tyler Matthew Plybon, Mason Cade Reed, Steven Lee Reger, Spencer Blake Reynolds, Savannah Rae Rice, Donald Eugene Richendollar Jr., Kylee Shay Robertson, Zowie Madison Rollins, Abigail Faith Rose, Destiny Hope Rowe, Austin Michael Rowsey, Shane Matthew Scott, Jayden Mychael Slack, Samantha Denice Smith, Elijah William Matthew Snyder, Brittany Marie Sparks, Devin Ryan Stevens, Reanna Shae Terry Hailee Michelle Thacker, Blake Alexander Thompson, Madison Renee Thompson, Cameron Allen Todd, Dakota David Warren-Smith, Chase Michael Webb, Elizabeth Paige Wentz, Lucas Ray Whitehair and Jacob Dwayne Workman.

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CLASS OF 2021 “PEAKE” PERFORMANCE • 99 Graduating Seniors • 30 Honor Graduates • 8 - Diploma With Honors Graduates • 41-National Honor Society (17 Graduates) • 43-National Beta Club (17 Graduates) • 11- Graduate with 20+ semester hours of college credit from Ohio University Southern.

• 4 - Graduates with 6+ semester hours of college credits.

• 1- Graduates honored at WSAZ “Best of Class”.

• 9 - Graduates honored for “Senior Salute” sponsored by Chesapeake Academic Boosters.

• 2 - Chesapeake Athletic Boosters Scholarship recipients.

• 2 - Ohio University Freshman Leadership Scholarship recipients • 1 - Ohio University Freshman Academic Merit Scholarship recipient • 1 – Bernard Edwards Scholarship recipient • 5 - Marshall University A. Michael Perry Scholarship recipients • 8 - Marshall University Opportunity Grant recipients • 1 - Marshall University Presidential

Scholarship recipients • 3 – John Marshall Scholarship recipients • 2 – Marshall University Board of Governors Scholarship recipients • 3 – Marshall University John Laidley Scholarship recipients • 1 - Order of the Eastern Star Scholarship recipient • Memorial Scholarships Awarded: 1- Barbara Barker Memorial Scholarship 1- Faith Marie Conrad Memorial Academic Scholarship 1- Marcum Family Scholarship • 11 - PLTW STEM BIOMED 4 year Completion Program Awards • 4 – PLTW STEM Pre-Engineering 4 Year Completion Program Awards • Boys Basketball – 1- All OVC player, 1- Honorable Mention All OVC, 1- 1st Team All District player, 1 - Honorable Mention All Ohio player.

• Girls Basketball – 2 -1st Team All OVC players; 1 - Special Mention All OVC player; 1- Special Mention All District player, 1- 1st Team All District player, 2- 1st

Team All OVC. • Football –1- Honorable Mention All OVC players, 2 – Special Mention All State, 2 - 1st Team All OVC. • Track 2 - District Finals Qualifiers.

• Boys Soccer –2 – 1st Team All OVC players; 2 – Honorable Mention All OVC players; 1 - 1st Team All-Southeast District player, 1 – 2nd Team AllSoutheast District and 2 - Honorable Mention players.

• Girls Soccer - 2 -1st team All-District players, 2 - 2nd team All District players.

• Volleyball- 1- 1st team All OVC player; 1 - Honorable Mention All OVC player.

• Golf - CHS team advanced to district from sectional play.

• Girls Softball – 1 – All OVC Honorable Mention.

• Boys Baseball – 1- South East All District player • 2 All-OVC Baseball players

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Dawson-Bryant HONORS WITH DISTINCTION 3.5 GPA or above and two AP classes or College Credit Plus classes • Isaac Richard Dickess, grandson of Cindy Dickess, of Ironton. He has a 4.3 GPA. He plans to attend Ohio State University and major in pharmacy.

• Brynn Elizabeth Davis, daughter of Eric and Julie Davis, of Ironton. She has a 4.1 GPA. She plans to attend college and major in dental hygiene.

• Lindsay Jean Fraley, daughter of Allison Parker, of South Point. She has a 4.1 GPA. She plans to attend Wright State University and major in mechanical engineering.

• Trey Robert Hunt, son of Misty Hunt, of Ironton. He has a 4.0 GPA. He plans to attend Morehead State University and major in business management.

• Rylynn Paige Large, daughter of Larry Large and Kathy McKnight, of Ironton. She has a 4.0 GPA. She plans to attend Shawnee State University and major in physical therapy assistant.

• Ben Anthony Compliment, son of Tony and Jennifer Compliment, of Coal Grove. He has a 4.0 GPA. He plans to attend Shawnee State University and major in information security.

• Jordan Matthew Harrison, son of Kelli and Larry Harrison, of Coal Grove.He has a 4.0 GPA. He plans to attend Marshall University and major in natural resource management.

• Emilee Brooke Matney, daughter of Matt and Stephanie Matney, of Coal Grove. She has a 4.0 GPA. She plans to attend Marshall University and major in

early childhood education.

• Holly Shae Maynard, daughter of John and Angie Maynard, of Ironton. She has a 3.9 GPA. She plans to attend Ohio University Southern and major in middle childhood education.

• Addison Kate Dillow, daughter of Steve and Michelle Dillow, of South Point. She has a 3.8 GPA. She plans to attend West Virginia State University and major in nursing.

• Phillip Kye Robinson, son of Phillip and Rae-Lyn Robinson, of Deering. He has a 3.8 GPA. He plans to attend Ohio University Southern and major in nursing.

• Macy Nicole Malone, daughter of Matt and Tonya Malone, of Coal Grove. She has a 3.8 GPA. She plans to attend Ohio University Southern and major in sonography.

• Megan Dawn Justice, daughter of Jeremy and April Justice, of Ironton. She has a 3.7 GPA. She plans to attend Ohio University Southern and major in middle childhood education.

• David Alexander Windhorst, son of Melissa Ceaser and Greg Windhorst, of Coal Grove.

He has a 3.7 GPA. He plans to attend Marshall University and major in English.

• Emily Lynn Horn, daughter of Stacie and Dave Horn, of Coal Grove. She has a 3.7 GPA. She plans to attend Marshall University and major in business.

• Alexis Paige Bentley, daughter of Timothy Bentley and Nikki Brammer, of Ironton. She has a 3.7 GPA. She plans to attend Ohio University Southern and major in

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• Krista Nicole Primm, daughter of Chris Primm and Kayla Rice, of Coal Grove. She has a 3.7 GPA. She plans to attend Hopkinsville Community College and major in nursing.

• JoshuaTimothy Vanover, son of Bessie and Luke Vanover, of Proctorville. He has a 3.6 GPA. He plans to attend Ohio University Southern and his major is undecided.

• Tucker Chase Meadows, son of Burke and Leslie Meadows, of Kitts Hill. He has a 3.6 GPA. He plans to attend Morehead State University and major in Computer Science with a concentration in cyber security.

• Sophie Renee Reid, daughter of Carla and Shawn Reid, of Ironton.

She has a 3.5 GPA. She plans to attend Ohio University Southern and major in nursing.

He has a 3.7 GPA. He plans to attend Marshall University and major in business.

• Morgan Dayne Schultz, son of Randy and Misty Schultz, of South Point. He has a 3.76 GPA. He plans to enlist in the U.S. Army.

• Mia Emily Davidson, daughter of Don and Tara Davidson, of Ironton. She has a 3.6 GPA. She plans to attend Shawnee State University. Her major is undecided and her minor is dance.

• Nathan Douglas McMahan, son of Jennifer and Doug McMahan, of Coal Grove. He has a 3.5 GPA. He plans to attend Ohio University Southern and major in electronic media.

• Ethan Wade Wiley, son of Jessica and Kyle Skaggs, of Kitts Hill, and Kevin Wiley, of Guyan Valley, West Virginia. He has a 3.5 GPA. He plans to join the work force after graduation.

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REMAINING GRADUATES

• Kierstyn Alexandra Curry, daughter of April and Ben Curry, of Kitts Hill.

She has a 3.9 GPA. She plans to attend The University of Rio Grande and major in nursing.

• Katherine Marie Scott, daughter of J.D. and Cindy Scott, of Ironton. She has a 3.8 GPA. She plans to join the workforce upon graduation.

• Jordan Tait Matney, son of Greg and Kelley Matney, of South Point.

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Fairland SUMMA CUM LAUDE:

• Anthony Hanchuan Zhu, top graduate, is the son of Guo Zhang Zhu and Jun Fan. • Sydney Blue Thompson is the daughter of Brent and Julie Thompson.

• Jacob Thomas Polcyn is the son of Rob and Jode Polcyn.

• Abigail Marie Kiritsy is the daughter of Emmett and Janel Kiritsy.

• Emily Gail Sharp is the daughter of Stacy and Pam Sharp.

• Elizabeth Anne Carrico is the daughter of Deron and Kim Carrico.

• Nina Simone Miller is the daughter of Ronald Miller and Lyndi Miller.

• Luke Aaron Colegrove is the son of Larry Colegrove and Mark and Leah Sullivan.

• Clayton McCloud Thomas is the son of Scott and Lesley Thomas.

• Allison Renee Penix is the daughter of Randy Penix and Lisa Morris.

• Clayton Lee Bloss is the son of Gerald and Michelle Bloss.

• Kia Jennylynn Booth is the daughter of James Booth and Kelly Sarka.

• Madison Marie Wilson is the daughter of Sean Wilson and Brittany Hann.

• Marissa Liberty Judge is the daughter of Chad and Jennifer Judge.

• Alexis Isabelle Hall is the daughter of Ernie and Tara Hall.

• Hannah Grace Allen is the daughter of Chad and Patricia Allen.

• Jesse Braden Lewis is the son of Jesse Lewis and Susan Bouchillon.

• Morriah LaDawn Howard is the daughter of Will and Reese Irby and the late Todd Howard.

• Kaitlynn Jean Brumfield is the daughter of John and Dee Brumfield.

• Adam Mitchell Marcum is the son of David Marcum and Susan Taylor.

• Samantha Rileigh Adkins is the daughter of William and Almeda Adkins.

• Emalee Sarah Marshall is the daughter of Eddie and Renee Marshall.

• Trenton Dale Fuller is the son of Jeremy and Sara Fuller.

• Emily Renee Oder is the daughter of David and Heather Oder.

• Emily Brooke Carrico is the daughter of Deron and Kim Carrico.

• Maxwell Stephen Ward is the son of Matt Ward and Carol Ward.

• Joshua Edward Cyrus is the son of Jason and Monica Cyrus.

• Mallie Carolyne Williams is the daughter of Mike and Kelli Williams.

• Mackenzie Ryanne Buchanan is the daughter of Jon and Melissa Buchanan.

• Alexandria Paige Poe is the daughter of Michael and Aggie Poe and Amber Meadows-Perry.

• Ayah Samih Jammal is the daughter of Gretchen Dick.

• Justin Michael Theiss is the son of John and Michelle Theiss.

• Kaylee Marie Triplett is the daughter of Tony Triplett and Melissa Rife.

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MAGNA CUM LAUDE • Kaydee Marie Cheyenne Brumfield is the daughter of Joe and Tracy Brumfield.

• Tanner James Litz is the son of Trent and Terri Litz.

• Nathanial Noah Thacker is the son of Melissa Taylor.

• Keegan Montgomery Campbell is the son of Brian and Liz Campbell.

• Madelon Rose Chianesi is the daughter of Nando Chianesi.

CUM LAUDE • Alyssa Brooke Howard is the daughter of Phil and Jennifer Howard.

• Kirsten McKala Orsbon is the daughter of Ianna Watts.

• Bayley Alyssa White is the daughter of Ryan and Vanessa White.

• Logan Allen Topping is the

son of Chris and Tara Evans.

• Cameron Taylor Adkins is the son of Mark and Trisha Adkins.

• Kyle Ray Slone is the son of Steve and Cindy Slone.

• Nathanael Everett Stark is the son of John and Donya Stark.

• Gabriel Allen Welch is the son of Wesley Welch and Heather Payne.

REMAINING GRADUATES

Zachary Edward Ashmead, James Hunter Backley, Gabriel Wayne Barker, Emily Suzanne Bowen, Isabella Grace Burcham, Matthew Allen Burns, Andy Lee Chapman Jr., Dacoda Keith Chapman, Tyler Paul Davidson, Alexandra Kaye Detamore, Jordan Everett Dillon, Brooklyn Paige Dunn, Alexus Nicole Emerson, Brittany Dawn Eplion, Bailey Reese Frasher, Jenna Brooke Fuller, Christopher Alex Gartin, Sierra Spring Gothard, Adam Dwayne Grant, Brionna Rhee Gray, Logan Hunter Hamlin, Jacob Matthew

Green High School Class of 2021 CLASS MOTTO: “Pain is temporary, swag is forever.”

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BOLD denotes Summa Cum Laude • UNDERLINE denotes Magna Cum Laude ITALICIZE denotes Cum Laude *Denotes Ohio Honors Diploma

Joshua Paul Adams Joshua Tyler Applegate Heidi Elizabeth Bailey *Brelan Nicole Baldridge Mason Bryce Barber Derrick Shane Barker Kaylee Hope Blankenship Brooklyn Nichole Blevins *Charli Beth Blevins *Marissa Lesley Boza *Kimberly Lynn Brown McKenzie Renae Carver Keelyn Marie Castle Kyle Brayden Clark Jayda Nicole Collins Dawson Alexander Damron Gemma Marie Fletcher

*Sydnie Dawn Gallion Joshua David Hammond Alexa Breanna Hankins Ethan Taylor Huffman Alexis Brooke Jenkins *Ava Shaye Jenkins-Cooley Ryan David Katsanes Kimberly Ann Kegley Andrew Christopher Kirk *Kaley Renee Klaiber Haley Elaine Krieg Colton James Lewis Carter Joseph McKenzie *Richard Michael Nash Brandon Lee Neal Nathan Lee Newcomb Victoria Grace Ratliff

Deborah Michelle Rideout Katelyn Nichole Risner Wiley David Gene Sanders Levi Michael Singleton *Emily Ann Skipworth Destiny Hope Smith Lonnie David Smith Hunter Andrew Sparks Dustin Michael Sprouse *Kylie Paige Stapleton *Kameron Elizabeth Sweeney Lakyra Neisie Taylor Hannah Rose Walls Joseph Oscar Webb Grace Marie Wilburn *Megan Alexis Williams

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4.25 cumulative grade point average or higher. Honors diploma and college ready all four parts of the ACT. • Ryan Alexander Ashley, son of Chris and Lisa Ashley, plans to attend Shawnee State University and study electromechanical engineering. He is a member of the baseball and cross country teams, National Honor Society member, College Credit Plus participant, Shawnee Success Merit Scholarship and a Legacy Scholarship.

• Carlie Nicole Beckett, daughter of Brian and Debbie Beckett, plans to attend The Ohio

State University and study business.

She is the National Honor Society vice president, member of Spanish and Math Honoraries, College Credit Plus participant and a Land Grant Scholarship recipient.

• Christopher Dalton Crabtree, son of Chris and Dana Crabtree, plans to attend Ohio University Athens and study chemistry/pre-med. He is National Honor Society member, Math Honorary, member of football and wrestling teams, Second Team All State in football, OUS Freshman Excellence, OHIO Admission Promise, OHIO Excellence Scholar and a OHIO Forward Scholarship.

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• Brelan Nicole Baldridge, daughter of Ben and Brenda Baldridge, of Ironton.

• Emily Ann Skipworth, daughter of Jim and Kelly Skipworth, of Franklin Furnace.

MAGNA CUM LAUDE • Charli Beth Blevins, daughter of Jeremy and Kelley Blevins, of Franklin Furnace.

• Kylie Paige Stapleton, daughter of Mike and Melissa Stapleton, of Franklin Furnace.

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• Ava Shaye Jenkins-Cooley, daughter of Shane and Jayma Jenkins, of Franklin Furnace.

• Kameron Elizabeth Sweeney, is the daughter of Jeff and Michelle Wheeler, of Ironton.

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Krieg, Colton James Lewis, Carter Joseph McKenzie, *Richard Michael Nash, Brandon Lee Neal, Nathan Lee Newcomb, Victoria Grace Ratliff, Deborah Michelle Rideout, Katelyn Nichole Risner, Wiley David Gene Sanders, Levi Michael Singleton, *Emily Ann Skipworth, Destiny Hope Smith, Lonnie David Smith, Hunter Andrew Sparks, Dustin Michael Sprouse, *Kylie Paige Stapleton, Lakyra M. Taylor, Hannah Rose Walls, Joseph Oscar Webb, Grace Marie Wilburn, and *Megan Alexis Williams. *Graduating with Ohio High School Honors Diploma.

WEEKEND EDITION, MAY 29-30, 2021 • Cameron Jonthomas Deere, son of Todd and Audra Deere, plans to attend Tiffin University and study exercise science. He is a member of the football and baseball teams, president of National Honor Society, member of Spanish and Math Honoraries, Heisman school winner, member of the Pep Club, First Team All Conference, All District, and All State football, College Credit Plus participant, TU Trustee Scholarship and a Football Scholarship.

• William Duane Harrison IV, son of Duane and Melissa Harrison, plans to attend Kentucky Christian University and study physics.

He is member of the track, cross country and wrestling teams, cross country team captain, National Honor Society, College Credit Plus participant and a KCU Cross Country and Track Scholarship.

• Benjamin Herrmann Holt, son of Jim and Beth Rudmann, plans to attend Morehead State University and study physics. He is a member of tennis, bowling, and quiz bowl teams, member of the Million Dollar Marching Band, member of the Varsity Singers, vice president of the band, National Honor Society member, Math Honorary and a College Credit Plus participant.

• Rebekah Eve Smith, daughter of Stephen Smith and Brenda Waddell, plans to attend Marshall University, major undecided. She is a member of Spanish Honorary, Math Club, National Honor Society, College Credit Plus participant and a John Marshall Scholarship.

• Rockney Todd White Jr., son of Rocky and Angie White, plans to attend Ohio University and study chemical engineering.

He is a member of the football and wrestling teams, vice president of the student body, National Honors Society member, Math and Spanish Honorary, Math Club president, Members Choice Credit Union Scholarship, Ohio Excellence Scholarship, Ohio Admission Promise Award, Eileen and the

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• Lilly Brannigan Zornes, daughter of Jay and Bekki Zornes, plans to attend Miami University and study kinesiology. She is a member of the basketball, tennis, cross country, and track teams, twotime Track and Field Regional Finalist Qualifier, two-time All OVC, Cross Country Regional Qualifier, president of the senior class, National Honor Society treasurer, Math Honorary secretary, member of Spanish Honorary, Heisman school winner, HOBY Ambassador, College Credit Plus participant, RedHawk Excellence Scholarship and a Wiicinaakosioni Scholarship.

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4.0 Cumulative GPA or higher • Kameren Erin Arden, daughter of Aaron Arden, granddaughter of Greg and Vicki Arden, plants to attend The Ohio State University and study biomedical engineering.

She is a member of the volleyball team, vice president of the senior class, National Honor Society, Math Honorary, College Credit Plus participant and a President’s Affordability Grant, OSU FFP Grant.

• Erickson Keith Barnes, son of Eric and Amy Barnes, plans to attend Ohio University Southern Campus and study business. He is a member of National Honors Society, Math Honorary, German Honorary, Math Club, German Club, member of football, basketball and tennis teams.

• Reid Garrison Carrico, son of Gary and Shelley Carrico, plans to attend The Ohio State University and study business construction management. He is the varsity football captain, National Honor Society member, Math and Spanish Honoraries, College Credit Plus participant and a The Ohio State University Football Scholarship.

• Matthew Todd Davis, son of Todd and Christi Davis, plans to

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attend Eastern Kentucky University and study history. He is a member of football, wrestling, and tennis teams, ASB boy representative, secretary of National Honor Society, first team All State football and a College Credit Plus participant.

• Holly Noelle Dutey, daughter of Jim and Denise Dutey, plans to attend Marshall University and study forensic chemistry. She is a member of the tennis and softball teams, member of the Million Dollar Marching Band, band captain and mellophone Captain, vice president of the German Honorary, member of the National Honor Society, member of the Math and German Honoraries, College Credit Plus participant, member of the Impact/SADD and Math Clubs and the Quiz Bowl Team.

• Trent Joseph Hacker, son of Kevin and Kelli Hacker, plans to attend Tiffin University and study business.

He is a member of football, basketball and track teams, secretary of the student council, National Honor Society Member, Math and Spanish Honoraries, football - All Conference, All District, All State, All Area, North-South All Star Game participant, basketball - All Conference, All District, All State, College Credit Plus participant and a Merit Scholarship.

• Magdalann Rose Hackworth, daughter of Pat

Hackworth, plans to attend Ohio University and study chemistry. She is a member of the tennis team, National Honor Society member, German Honorary member, College Credit Plus participant, HOBY Ambassador, OHIO Admission Promise Scholarship and a OHIO Excellence Scholar Scholarship.

• Madison Paige Kelly, daughter of Bo and Becky Kelly, plans to attend Morehead State University and study nursing. She is a varsity cheerleader, National Honor Society member, German Honor Society member, member of Impact/SADD and math clubs and a College Credit Plus participant.

• Jeffrey David Leach Jr., son of Jeff Leach and Lori Danford, plans to join the United States Navy in aviation.

He is a member of the wrestling team, National Honor Society member, prom king and received a GI Bill.

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• Kiandra Simone Martin, daughter of Chianti and Kristen Martin, plans to attend Ohio University Athens and study prelaw. She is a member of varsity volleyball and softball teams, student body president, National Honor Society member and public relations officer, Math and Spanish Honoraries, College Credit Plus participant, Ironton Women’s Civic Club Scholarship, Bernice P. Borden Scholarship, Ohio Admission Scholarship and an Ohio Excellence Scholarship.

• Lydia Rose Pack, daughter of Cynthia Pack, plans to attend Ohio University Athens and study nursing. She is a member of the varsity bowling team, member of the IHS Band and guard captain, National Honors Society and Math Honorary, College Credit Plus participant, OHIO Admission Promise Award and an OHIO

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• Matthew Braden Sexton, son of Stephen Sexton and Rochelle Bentley, stepson of Richard Bentley, plans to attend University of Tennessee Knoxville and study music education. He is a member of the cross country team, Ironton Million Dollar Marching Band, National Honor Society member, Ironton Band Council member, president of Ironton High Band, College Credit Plus participant, Allison Eastham Scholarship, Tennessee Explore Scholarship and a University of Tennessee Band Scholarship.

• Lillian Kate Slagel, daughter of Robert and Elizabeth Slagel, plans to attend Savannah College of Art and Design and study fashion.

She is a member of pep and math club, varsity cheerleader, National Honor Society, College Credit Plus participant, SCAD Achievement

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Honors Scholarship and a SCAD Academic Honors Scholarship.

MAGNA CUM LAUDE

3.5 to 3.999 Cumulative GPA • Dylan Carpenter, Makayla Collins, Gunnar Crawford, James Easterling, Chloe Elliott, Logan Friend, Mariah Hanson, Caleb Hopper, Austin Jones, Vincent Keairns, Samantha LaFon, Titus Lewis, Antonia Maerker, Ashton Silva, Kaden Sherrill, Austin Strait, Brynn Taylor, Lily Thomas, Jolene Wall and Willis York.

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3.0 to 3.499 Cumulative GPA • Mark Ball, Collin Beckett, Sandra Bowman, Shelbie Conley, Judy Crabtree, Sheridan Cremeans, Emily Faught, Caleb Freeman, Brent Gist, Kyle Howell, Jayci Johnson, Chloe Justice, Zachary Kaiser, Sethanie

Matney, Uriah Meadows, Brooke Mowery Fradd, Meah Phillips, Lance Rand, Tyler Sanders, Edward Schoener, Madison Spears, Uriah Stewart and Jada Waddell.

REMAINING GRADUATES Summer Algarakhuly, Brianna Arthur, Austin Branam, Jacob Brooks Robinson, Rebecca Buff, Taylor Crisp, Ethan Delawder, Tatum Diamond, Ivana Dickens, Nakeita Dye, Brady Freeman, Delaney Friend, Jaycob Fritz, Hannah Ghee, Hayden Harmon, Owen Ison, Jalen Kitchen, Ryan McClain, Jeffrey McKenzie, Natasha Morgan, Madyson Palmer, Sarah Ratliff, Michael Reed, Madison Rinkus, Kaden Rosenbrough, Kalabe Runyan, Michael Standard, Chase Stevens, Karlee Stone, Kaylee Vickers, Taylor Walker and Terrence West.

CLASS OF 2021 Front Row (L to R): Emilee Blankenship, William Whaley, Jackson Rowe, Emma Whaley Middle (L to R): Bryce Balestra, Joshua Kline, Bryce Sheridan, Jacob Salisbury Back (L to R): Aaron Collins, J.C. Damron, Max Weber, Jared Johnson, Jimmy Mahlmeister

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Rock Hill SUMMA CUM LAUDE (4.0) • Camryn Rose Miller (HD, S, L), daughter of Michael and Marisa Miller, of Ironton. She plans to attend the United States Air Force Academy and major in mechanical engineering.

• Hannah Lenae Ratliff (HD, S, L), daughter of Jason and Ann Lewis, of Kitts Hill. She plans to attend Shawnee State University and major in biomedical pre-med sciences.

• Olivia Dawn Tackett (HD, S, L), daughter of Donny and Wendy Tackett, of Kitts Hill. She plans to attend Ohio University Southern Campus in Nursing.

• Kennedy Marie Waldrop (HD, L), daughter of Lee and Heather McCormack and Ryan and Lindsey Waldrop, of Ironton. She plans to attend Morehead State University and major in medical imaging.

SUMMA CUM LAUDE (3.85 TO 3.99) • Olivia Grace Edwards (HD, S, L), daughter of Timothy and Sara Edwards, of Ironton. She plans to attend The Ohio State University and major in political science.

• Alyssa Paige Bailey (HD, S, L), daughter of Missy and Bill Kidd and the late Mark Bailey, of Ironton.

She plans to attend Morehead State University and major in diagnostic medical sonography.

• Rylie Marie Depriest (HD, S, L), daughter of Garrett and Jennifer Depriest, of Pedro. She plans to attend Ohio University Southern Campus in Early Childhood Education.

MAGNA CUM LAUDE (3.5 – 3.84) • Michele Loren Wilds (L), daughter of Steven and Melissa Wilds, of Ironton. She plans to attend Shawnee State University.

• Nathan Daniel Wroblewski (HD, S, L). son of Ron and Amber Wroblewski, of Ironton. He plans to attend University of Cincinnati and major in aerospace engineering.

• Mason Tyler Parkes (HD, S, L), son of David and Tiffany Schug, of Ironton, and Eli and Marisa Parkes, of Knoxville, Tennessee. He plans to attend Marshall University and major in civil engineering.

• Noah David Wood (HD, L), son of Erik and Donna Haney, of Kitts Hill. He plans to attend Ashland University in business administration.

• Kaylee Marie Nicely (HD, L), daughter of Tim and Lisa Nicely, of Pedro. She plans to attend Shawnee State University.

• Elizabeth Justine Ferguson (HD, L), daughter of Curtis and Tina Ferguson, of Pedro. She plans to attend Shawnee State University in radiology and psychology.

• Annalyscia Bernae Scites (L), daughter of William Scites, of Ironton. She plans to attend Marshall University and major in arts.

• Kathryn Nickole Tennison (S, L), granddaughter of Connie Watson, of Ironton. She plans to attend The Ohio State University and major in pre-law.

• Delver Eugene Mullins III (HD, L), son of Delver Mullins II, Tracey Fry and stepfather Mark Gullett, of Hanging Rock. He plans to attend Ohio University Southern Campus in engineering.

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FAIRLAND LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT “A Tradition of Academic Excellence” TOP GRADUATE: Anthony Hanchuan Zhu SUMMA CUM LAUDE Sydney Blue Thompson Jacob Thomas Polcyn Abigail Marie Kiritsy Emily Gail Sharp Elizabeth Anne Carrico Nina Simone Miller Luke Aaron Colegroven Clayton McCloud Thomas Allison Renee Penix Clayton Lee Blosss Kia Jennylynn Booth Madison Marie Wilson Marissa Liberty Judge Alexis Isabelle Hall Hannah Grace Allen Jesse Braden Lewis Morriah LaDawn Howard Kaitlynn Jean Brumfield Adam Mitchell Marcum Samantha Rileigh Adkins Emalee Sarah Marshall Trenton Dale Fuller

Great Schools for a Great Community Emily Renee Oder Emily Brooke Carrico Maxwell Stephen Ward Joshua Edward Cyrus Mallie Carolyne Williams Mackenzie Ryanne Buchanan Alexandria Paige Poe Ayah Samih Jammal Justin Michael Theiss Kaylee Marie Triplett MAGNA CUM LAUDE Kaydee Marie Cheyenne Brumfield Tanner James Litz Nathanial Noah Thackerr Keegan Montgomery Campbelll Madelon Rose Chianesi CUM LAUDE Alyssa Brooke Howard Kirsten McKala Orsbon Bayley Alyssa White Logan Allen Topping Cameron Taylor Adkins Kyle Ray Slone Nathanael Everett Stark Gabriel Allen Welch

GRADUATES Zachary Edward Ashmead James Hunter Backley Gabriel Wayne Barker Emily Suzanne Bowen Isabella Grace Burcham Matthew Allen Burns Andy Lee Chapman Jr. Dacoda Keith Chapman Tyler Paul Davidson Alexandra Kaye Detamore Jordan Everett Dillon Brooklyn Paige Dunn Alexus Nicole Emerson Brittany Dawn Eplion Bailey Reese Frasher Jenna Brooke Fuller Christopher Alex Gartin Sierra Spring Gothard Adam Dwayne Grant Brionna Rhee Gray Logan Hunter Hamlin Jacob Matthew Henderson Anthony Matthew Holderby Christopher Gavin Hunt Haley Brooke Jenkins

Isaac Blake Clawson Jewell Jason Michael Julian Jr. Skylar Lara Kimball Haley Marie Lester Joel Maddox Preston Tannah Michele Pyles Austin Michael Rood Camron Lee Rummel Haley Brook Sartin Bailey Reese Singer Dawson Dakota Singer Stephen Reid Smith Zachary Layne Stewart Jacob Bryan James Sudlow Zane Robert Tucker Chloe Renee VonVille Emma Leigh Ward Clayton Thomas Watts Alyssa Kay White Maurice Jordan Williams Josiah Todd Wyrick

WE SALUTE OUR 2021 GRADUATES

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• Dustin Allen Clement (L), son of Amanda Nelson and Travis Boggs, of Kitts Hill. He plans to attend Ohio University in nursing.

• Beth Erin Depriest (L), daughter of Rick and Marta Depriest, of Pedro. She is undecided on her plans at this time.

• Chloe Isabella Workman (L), daughter of Abraham and Amanda Workman, of Ironton. She is undecided on her plans at this time.

CUM LAUDE (3.0 – 3.49) • Gracie Kalin Hanners (L), daughter of Joe Hanners and Andrea Aliff, of Pedro. She is undecided on her plans at this time.

• Isaac Dillon Corbin (L), grandson of Danny Bowman and Angie Bowman, of Ironton. He is undecided on his plans at this time.

• Andrea Riann Hackworth (L), daughter of Betti Hackworth, of Ironton. She plans to attend Tennessee University in applied technology.

• Evan Jamison Cremeans (HD, L), son of Sean and Becky Cremeans, of Pedro. He plans to attend Ohio University Southern Campus.

• Makenzie Ryan Hanshaw (L), daughter of Ryan and Amy Hanshaw, of Ironton. She plans to attend the University of Rio Grande.

• Daniel Wray Mootz (HD, S, L), son of Tim and Kirsten Mootz, of Kitts Hill. He plans to attend Marshall University and major in physical therapy.

• Haley Nicole O’Bryant (L), daughter of Matt and Leigh Ann O’Bryant, of Ironton. She plans to attend Ohio University Southern Campus in nursing.

• Jaina Faith Bailey (L), daughter of Mark and Tawnya Bailey, of Ironton. She plans to attend Collins Career Center Adult Program.

• William Bradley Layne (L), son of John Layne and Angela Sharp, of Kitts Hill. He is undecided

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• Kirby Grace Henderson (L), granddaughter of Karen Gomillion, of Ironton. She plans to attend Ohio University in nursing.

• Amber Grace Wilson (L), daughter of Richard and Anne Wilson, of Ironton. She plans to attend Collins Career Adult Program in nursing.

• Zoe Isabella Stevens (HD, L), daughter of Robert and Myra Stevens, of Kitts Hill. She plans to attend Wilmington College, majoring in animal science with a preveterinary focus.

• Parker David Knipp (L), son of Paul David and April Knipp, of Ironton. He plans to attend ACTC in the fall.

REMAINING GRADUATES

Riley Luann Akers, Jared Taylor Aldridge, Colton Wyatt Bailey, David Michael Bailey, Madison Alexis Barker, Emma Danielle Boggs, Brady Michael Bramblett, Noah Lee Burton, Robert Scott Casey, Andrew Clark, Shaylee Ann Clutters, Brandon Ray Collins, Kaiden Ryan Cooper, Emily Marie Creech, Christopher James Crow, Sarah Kaytlyn Day, Katelyn Nykole Delong, Gabriel Donley, Kenna Nichole Dust, Shaylin Kiplyn Farmer, Hallie Lynn Forton, Brayden Friend, Cody Allen Goody, Kylie Nicole Guy, Courtney Hall, Donna Kay Hall, Hayden Bradley Harper, Joshua Danil Howard, Kylee Olivia Howard, Jerimiah Alexander Hudson, Madison Nicole Huebner, Kaitlyn Elizabeth Jenkins, Mary Ann Jenkins, Jason Lee Johnson, Dylan Matthew Kirk, Freddie Zachery James Knipp, Adam Laber, Shaianna Nicole Laber, Madison Paige Landrum, Elizabeth Hope Large, Ethan Keith Edward Layne, Jacob Lee Lewis, Sommer Marie Littlejohn, Tayah Jo Lyons, Katelyn Elaine Maggard, Hunter Lane Massie, David Lee Maxson, Jalahona

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Kay Morgan McKenzie, Maycen Italy McKenzie, Brayden Tyler Miller, Lakin Sierra Moore, Randall Mulkey, WOOD Damian Nicholas Newcomb, Jacob Robert Null, Samantha Ann Null, Victoria Lynn Null, Michael Levi Pemberton, Madison Paige Penwell, Kylie Michele Roach, Shelby Lynn Russell, Seth Tanner Schob, Jacob Aaron Schwab, Emily Grace Sheppard, Chance Michael Sisler,

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Darrah Allison Smith, Destiny Marie Sparks, Alyssa Brooke Stewart, Katelyn Elisabeth Carey Stone, Eithan Paul Taylor, Aaron Todd Turvey, Judy Lynn Turvey, Nicholas Van Keuren, Blake Lee Wicker, Brittany Dawn Wilson and Haley Dawn Worley.

Congratulations to our 2021 Graduates!

HIGH SCHOOL GRADS ERICKSON BARNES Ironton High School JOSH GOOL Ironton High School, Open Door QUAY HARRISON Ironton High School CHLOE JUSTICE Ironton High School

FAITH LAMBERT Grace Christian High School LILLY SLAGEL Ironton High School BRAYDEN WILSON Wheelersburg High School COLLEGE GRADS CHRISTIAN VILLERS Marshall University, Marketing

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* Austin Gunnar Webb, the son of Jeremy and Leslie Webb, of South Point. He is an active member of Mu Alpha Theta, Rho Kappa and the National Honor Society.

He was a one-year member of the track, football and cross-country team. He was a four-year basketball varsity starter. He recorded his 1,000th point and 500th rebound last season. Other awards include All-OVC, All-District and All-State honors. Austin has volunteered his time at the SPHS Christmas Project, Special Olympics, Field Day, basketball camp, tutoring and various other service projects.

Austin is an active member of Solida Baptist Church. Upon graduation, he plans to attend West Liberty University on a full-ride basketball scholarship. His major is undecided.

SALUTATORIAN: • Jillian Faith Aylsworth, the daughter of Fred and Melanie Aylsworth, of South Point. She has a 3.988 GPA. She is an active member of National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Rho Kappa and Student Council. She was a four-year member of the softball team, fouryear member of the volleyball team, one-year member of the Community Service Club, three-year member of the IMPACT Club and threeyear member of the PEP Club. She volunteered in the Mu Alpha Theta and Rho Kappa Christmas Project, Christmas Extravaganza, Special Olympics, middle school science fair and various Student Council service projects and events. She is a team member at the Ashland Chick-Fil-A and is a member of C3 Church in South Point. So far, she has been awarded the Heisman High School Scholarship, Remarkable Future

Scholarship, the Field of Dreams Scholarship and the 1842 Scholars Program. She is graduating as Salutatorian and Summa Cum Laude. Following graduation, she plans to attend The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina and major in biochemistry.

SUMMA CUM LAUDE GPA OF 3.86-4.0: • Austin Gunnar Webb, the son of Jeremy and Leslie Webb, of South Point.

• Jillian Faith Aylsworth, the daughter of Fred and Melanie Aylsworth, of South Point.

• Meagan Leann Fetty is the daughter of Robbie Fetty and Crystal Combs, of South Point.

She has a 3.9 GPA. Meagan is an active member of Rho Kappa, Mu Alpha Theta and the National Honor Society. She was a four-year member of the varsity cheerleading team and a one-year member of the pep club. She received two second place and two first place awards at the Marshall University SCORES Festival and was a cheerleading co-captain. She volunteered in the Rho Kappa, Mu Alpha Theta Christmas Project, Special Olympics, peer tutoring and other community service projects, including being a Little League assistant cheer coach for two years. She is employed as a crew member at McDonalds and is a member of the C3 church in South Point. She has received the Holzer Health Science Award, the Terrence Hughes Memorial Scholarship, the Marshall University Presidential Scholarship and the Roman Corey Taylor Memorial Scholarship.

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• Sydney Dawn Markel is the daughter of David and Samantha Long, POWELL of South Point.

She has a 3.976 GPA. She is an active member of the National Honor Society, Rho Kappa Society, Mu Alpha Theta, the National Society of High School Scholars and a threeyear member of the SCORES team.

She participated in volleyball for four years and basketball for two years. She received the three-year Varsity Volleyball Award, a Varsity letter in volleyball and basketball, as well as an Honorable Mention All OVC and Honorable Mention All-District for volleyball. Sydney maintained straight As throughout high school and received a second place medal in Broadcast News Writing and Editing for SCORES. At South Point High School, Sydney is the Senior Class treasurer and participated in community service initiatives including the South Point High School Christmas Project, Red Cross Blood Drive and organized homecoming senior night and homecoming Olympic Games. Outside of school, she is a

member of the Wurtland Freewill Baptist Youth Group, where she has participated in organizing the Holiday donation baskets and Vacation Bible School. In the fall, she plans to attend Ohio University Southern and pursue a career as a Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor. She has received the Freshman Leadership Scholarship from Ohio University, as well as the Eugene McKee Memorial Scholarship and a South Point Association of Classroom Teachers (SPACT) Scholarship.

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• Olyvia Samantha Josiphene Stout is the daughter of Alisha Barker and Gene Stout, of South Point. She has a 3.97 GPA. Olyvia is an active member of Mu Alpha Theta, Rho Kappa, National Honor Society and Student Council, of which she is the senior class vice president. She is a two-year member of the Quiz Bowl team, three-year member of the SCORES team, two-year member of Drama club, two-year member of the Dance Team, one-year member of the Band of Gold Color Guard, twoyear member of the IMPACT club, one-year member of GSA, one-year member of the Community Service club, two-year member of the Pep club, one-year member of Pointers 4 Christ and one-year member of Choir. She has also participated in the Southeastern Ohio Youth Summit and the Women’s Leadership Conference. Olyvia received a first place medal at the SCORES festival and was appointed to the ambassador position in the National Society of High School Scholars.

She volunteered in the Mu Alpha Theta and Rho Kappa Christmas Project, Christmas Extravaganza, peer tutoring, elementary school Field Day, Veterans Day Assembly, Science Fair judging, Shop With a Kid, Party in the Park and Special Olympics, along with various community service projects and events. She has also been employed as a worker of the concession stand during the fall and winter seasons and is a member of the Faith Family Worship Center in Jackson.

Following graduation, she plans to attend Ohio University in Athens and major in music education choral emphasis. She was chosen for the OHIO Honors Program and has received the OHIO Forward Scholarship, the OHIO Admission Promise Scholarship, OHIO Excellence Scholarship and a Fine Arts Talent/Endowed Award.

• Sarah Ashlee Roach is the daughter of Dave and Tracy Roach of Ironton. She has a 3.9 GPA. She

GRADUATION 2021 is an active member of Mu Alpha Theta, Rho Kappa, Student Body and The National Honor Society.

She was a four-year basketball player and track runner, a threeyear soccer player and a two-year cheerleader. She received All-OVC honorable mention and All District honorable mention her junior year of soccer, first team All-OVC and first team All-District her senior year of soccer and first team All-OVC for basketball her senior year. She has also been involved in the Prom Committee, Pep Club, Pointers for Christ and SCORES. She has volunteered in the Christmas Project, Field Day events at the elementary schools, blood drives, trash bag clean ups with Student Council, Special Olympics and several community outreach events with her church. Sarah is employed at Shake Shoppe and is a member of Cross Community Church in South Point.

Following graduation, she plans to attend Shawnee State University in Portsmouth and major in dental hygiene. She has received the Kevin Bowen Memorial Scholarship.

• Chloe Nichole Walter, is the daughter of Scott and Sheila Walter, of South Point. She has a 3.93 GPA. At South Point High School, she is an active member of The National Honor Society, Rho Kappa Society and Mu Alpha Theta. She is a threeyear member of the SCORES Team and has participated in two years of basketball. Chloe has been involved in Pointers for Christ and the Pep Club. Over the last two years, she has been a state panelist for the Kentucky Acteens of the Women’s Mission Union State Panel. She is a barista at The Trader’s Café in Ironton and has worked there throughout her senior year. Since her freshman year, she has been an AWANA leader at Unity Baptist Church in Ashland, where she works with elementary-aged children each week. She has served as a delegate for student council for three years and is very active in the Unity Baptist Church youth group. She has

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participated in the South Point High School Christmas Project, Red Cross Blood Drive, the Special Olympics, Field Day and the Veterans Day Assembly. Through her church involvement, she has participated in youth group car washes, assisted with Vacation Bible School, helped with the Living Christmas Tree, the Holding Out Hope Outreach and Judgment House. After graduation, she plans to attend Ohio University Southern and major in nursing, with aspirations of becoming a neonatal nurse practitioner. She has received the Freshman Merit Scholarship from Ohio University Southern, as well as a South Point Association of Classroom Teachers (SPACT) Scholarship.

• Shelby Rhyan Powell is the daughter of Shawn and Nicole Powell, of South Point, and has a 3.90 GPA. She is an active member of The National Honor Society and Rho Kappa. She is a five-year member of the South Point Band of Gold and is a three-year member of student council. She is also a five-year member of band council, as well as a seven-year member of the concert band. Shelby is a silver medalist for S.C.O.R.E.S. and has received outstanding freshman and sophomore concert band member.

She has participated in the All County Honor Band for three years, where she received first chair her junior year. She earned the role of assistant drum major her sophomore and junior year, as well as alto saxophone section leader her junior year. She is the drum major for the 2020 fall band season and is also senior class president. Shelby has participated in The Christmas Project, the Special Olympics and the Student Council Community Cleanup. She plans to attend Shawnee State University in the fall to major in dental hygiene. Shelby received the Beverly Christian Osborne Memorial Scholarship.

• Mathew Joseph Allen, is the son of Shawn Allen and Leigh Allen, of South Point. He has a 3.917

GPA. He is a member of the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta and Project Lead the Way. Additionally, he has completed courses through Ohio University’s College Credits Plus Program. He was a four-year member of the varsity soccer team, was named AcademicAll-District and honorable mention All-District in 2020 and honorable mention All-Conference in 2019. He is an active member of C3 Church in South Point, where he has assisted in community projects such as Santa’s Workshop, Build-a-Bed and Thanksgiving giveaways. Mathew has also traveled to Savannah, Georgia and Nicaragua on Mission Trips. Later this month, he will begin employment at Adam’s Flying Pig Coffee House.

He is the recipient of the Rob Wheeler Memorial Scholarship, the John Laidley Scholarship and the C3 Community Scholarship. He plans to attend Marshall University in the fall, majoring in electrical and computer engineering.

• Garrett Reed Carmon, is the son of Daniel and Brynn Carmon, of South Point. He has a 3.9 GPA. He is an active member of Mu Alpha Theta, Rho Kappa and the National Honor Society. He was also a part of field days, Red Cross Blood Drive and the South Point High School Christmas Project. He spends his time working, playing ball and having fun with friends. Garrett was born and raised in South Point and plans to continue life here. He plans to join the apprenticeship to become an electrician after he graduates.

• Erin Lee LeBlanc, the daughter of Gil and Aimee LeBlanc, of South Point. She has a 3.92 GPA. During her time at South Point, she was a five-year member of the marching band. She is a four-year member of the Concert Band, a oneyear member of the Bowling Team and served as the drum line captain her senior year. She was also inducted into the National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta. She is employed at Hatcher’s Greenhouse.

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• Thomas Laber is the son of Maggie Holston, Danny Mollett and Josh Hanshaw, as well as the grandson of John Holston, Judy Jenkins and Sue Mollett, of Franklin Furnace. He is an active member of Mu Alpha Theta, Rho Kappa, National Honor Society and Tri-M Music Honor Society and will graduate Summa Cum Laude with a 3.875 GPA from South Point High School. He was a five-year member of the Marching Band, a five-year member of the Pep Band, a three-year member of the Jazz Band, a five-year member of the Quiz Bowl team, a two-year member of the Science Bowl team and a two-year member of the track and field team.

He is also the recipient of the South Point High School 2020-2021 Louis Armstrong Award. He will attend The Ohio State University in the fall, where he has received a full scholarship to pursue a major in nursing.

• Megan Nicole Epperly is the daughter of Brandi Epperly, of South Point. She has a 3.87 GPA. She is an active member of Mu Alpha Theta, Rho Kappa, Student Council and National Honor Society.

She was a four-year member of the softball team, four-year marching band member, seven-year concert band member, one-year member of community service club and oneyear member of the Quiz Bowl team.

She has received awards at the Marshall University SCORES festival and was named marching band section leader for three years. She volunteered in the Mu Alpha Theta and Rho Kappa Christmas project, Special Olympics, multiple community service projects and events, Shoebox ministries at Tri-State Worship Center and with VBS at Tri-State Worship Center. She is employed as a team member at Shake Shoppe in Ironton and is a member and youth praise leader at Tri-State Worship Center. After graduation, she plans to attend Shawnee State University in Portsmouth, Ohio and

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minor in Physical Therapy Assistant.

She received a Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce Scholarship.

MAGNA CUM LAUDE GPA OF 3.59-3.86: • Caleeyah Nichelle Slash, the daughter of Elizabeth Green and Christopher Slash, of South Point.

• Madaiah Marie Reynolds, the daughter of Amber Reynolds, of South Point.

• Alexis Shay Bentley, the daughter of Gary and Mylissa Bentley, of South Point.

• Sean Alexander Hackney, the son of Scott and Laura Hackney, of South Point.

• Kyle James Badgett, the son of Jim and Angie Badgett, of South Point.

• Kylee Jo Ellison, the daughter of Shane and Crystal Pauley, of South Point.

• Devin Henry Barker, the son of Buddy Barker and Frances Barker, of South Point.

• Jayden Cooley, the grandchild of Mike Estep and Kimberly Womack, of South Point.

• Madison Nicole Workman, the daughter of Jessica Workman, of South Point.

CUM LAUDE GPA OF 3.3-3.58: • Brittney Kaige Halterman, the daughter of Jill Moore and Forest Halterman, of South Point.

• Sean Patrick Walter, the son of Scott and Sheila Walter, of South Point.

• Isaiah Scott Nease, the son of Scotty and Viktoria Nease and Brittany Johnson, all, of South Point.

• Mason David Yeauger, the son of Grayam Yeauger and Jennifer Cornette, of South Point.

• Cody Jakob Brandt, the son of Laura Brandt, of South Point.

• Mackenzie Starr Morrison, the daughter of Andrea Ford, of South Point.

• Tessa Nicole Mitchell, the daughter of Ricky Mitchell and Tina McClure, of South Point.

• Alexis Paige Haney, the daughter of Shawn Haney and Pam Haney, of South Point.

• Bridgette Morgan Aylsworth, the daughter of Fred and Melanie Aylsworth, of South Point.

• Madeline Gayle Hunter, the daughter of the late Springer Watts and Shawn Hunter, of South Point.

• Tabitha Renea Caskey, the daughter of Frederick Caskey and Janet Caskey, of South Point.

• Makayla Shay Collins, the daughter of Cheryl Collins and Chris Schneider, of South Point.

• Darriana Anjel Renee Ackison, the daughter of Heather Ackison, of South Point.

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Open Door St. Joseph VALEDICTORIANS:

• Bryce Allen Balestra is the son of Mike and Alice Balestra, of Haverhill. Bryce will be attending Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia. He is a member of the National Honor Society and the Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society. He has been a member of the Quiz Bowl Team, which competed in the National Championship in 2019.

He received the Freshman and Sophomore Academic Awards and was a participant in the Marshall University Academic SCORES Festival. He has been a member of the basketball, soccer and bowling teams during high school. In soccer, he has served as captain and received Honorable Mention All-District, First Team AllDistrict, First Team Southern Ohio Conference, Offensive Play of the Year Southern Ohio Conference, the United Soccer Coaches Senior Excellence Award and the Southeast Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association Academic Excellence Award. In basketball, he received the Silver Certificate Ohio High School Basketball Coaches Association Scholarship Society Award. Bryce is a parishioner at Saint Joseph Church.

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received the Board of Governor’s Scholarship.

• Emilee Marie Blankenship is the daughter of John and Kathy Blankenship, of Ironton. She will be attending Ohio University Southern, in Ironton, where she will major in Business Management and Technology. Emilee is a member of the Spanish Club, the Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society, president of the National Honor Society and a class officer. She was a member of the Impact Prevention Team, which led life skills classes for middle school students and served as a math tutor and reading tutor at St. Lawrence and St. Joseph Schools. She received the Freshman and Sophomore Academic Awards, was a Marshall University Academic SCORES Festival participant, and St. Joseph Variety Show participant. She has been a member and captain of the soccer and basketball teams, member of the volleyball and softball teams and member and captain of cheerleading during high school.

She received Honorable Mention in soccer and Second Team All-SOC in basketball. She is a parishioner at Saint Lawrence O’Toole Church, where she is an altar server. At Ohio University Southern, she has received the Freshmen Excellence Merit Scholarship.

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• Jared Michael Johnson is the son of Dwane and Lisa Johnson, of Raceland, Kentucky. He will be attending ROWE Seton Hill University, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, where he will major in Pre-Med and will be a member of the soccer team.

He is a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish Club, and president of the Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society. He has been a member of the Quiz Bowl Team, which competed in the National Championship in 2019 and he represented St. Joseph High School at the Hugh O’Brian Summer Youth Leadership Conference at Marietta College in 2018.

He received the Freshman and Sophomore Academic Awards and was a Marshall University Academic SCORES Festival participant. He has been a member of the basketball and soccer teams all four years of high school. In soccer, he received All-District, All-Conference honors, the United Soccer Coaches Senior Excellence Award and the Southeast

Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association Academic Excellence Award. Jared is a parishioner at Holy Family Church, where he is an usher, server, and greeter. Jared has received the Holzer Science Award and the Sisters of Charity Scholarship. At Seton Hill, he has received the Honors Scholarship, the Elizabeth Ann Seton Scholarship, the Catholic High School Scholarship and a Seton Hill Athletic Scholarship.

• Jackson Otto Rowe is the son of James and Jennifer Rowe, of Ironton. He will be attending Marshall University, in Huntington, West Virginia, where he will major in Pre-Med. He is a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish Club and the Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society. He has been a member of the Quiz Bowl team, which competed in the SEE “ST. JOSEPH,” PAGE 21

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He received the Freshman and Sophomore Academic Awards, was a Marshall University SCORES Festival and St. Joseph Variety Show participant. He has been a member of the soccer, basketball, and baseball teams all four years of high school. In soccer, he received two times Honorable Mention All-District, two times First Team All-District, two times First Team All-Conference, the United Soccer Coaches Senior Excellence Award and the Southeast Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association Academic Excellence Award. In basketball, he received Second Team All-Conference and Special Mention All-District. In baseball, he received First Team All Southern Ohio Conference and Second Team All-District. He is a parishioner at Saint Joseph Church, where he is an altar server and funeral server. He has received the Members Choice Credit Union Scholarship and the Knights of Columbus Scholarship. At Marshall University, he has received the John Laidley Scholarship.

• Max Jacob Weber is the son of Nick and Mary Beth Weber, of Ironton. He will be attending Marshall University, in Huntington West Virginia, where he will major in Health Sciences/Pre-Optometry. He

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is a member of the National Honor Society, the Spanish Club, and the Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society. He received the Freshman and Sophomore Academic Awards, was a Marshall University Academic SCORES Festival, St. Joseph Variety Show participant and class president all four years of high school. He was a member of the Impact Prevention Team, which led life skills classes for middle school students and served as a reading tutor for first grade at St. Lawrence Elementary. He represented St. Joseph High School at the State of Ohio Legislative Day. He has been a member of the soccer, basketball and baseball teams all four years of high school and the golf team one year. In soccer, he received All-Southern Ohio Conference First Team and Second Team, the United Soccer Coaches Senior Excellence Award and the Southeast Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association Academic Excellence Award. He is a parishioner at Saint Joseph Church, where he is an altar and funeral server. He has received the Members Choice Credit Union Scholarship and, at Marshall University, he has received the A. Michael Perry Scholarship.

• Emma Rose Whaley is the daughter of Josh and Julie Whaley,

of Ironton. She will be attending Ohio University Southern. She is the vice president of the National Honor Society and a member of the Spanish Club and Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society.

She received the Freshman and Sophomore Academic Awards, was a Marshall University Academic SCORES Festival and St. Joseph Variety Show participant. She was a member of the Impact Prevention Team, which led life skills classes for middle school students and served as a math tutor and reading tutor at St. Joseph and St. Lawrence.

She has been a member of the volleyball, soccer, basketball and softball teams and a cheerleader during high school. She served as captain of the soccer and basketball teams. In soccer, she has received First Team All-Conference, First Team All-District and Second Team All-State. In basketball, she received Honorable Mention All-District and Second Team All-Conference. She is a parishioner at Saint Lawrence O’Toole Church, where she is a student choir member and lector. At Ohio University Southern, Emma has received the Freshman Excellence Scholarship.

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son of Chris and Rhonda Kline, of Ironton. He will be attending Marshall University, in Huntington, West Virginia, where he will major in mechanical engineering. He is a member of the National Honor Society, the Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society and the Mock Trial Team. He has been a member of the Quiz Bowl team, which competed in the National Championship in 2019. He was chosen to attend the Marshall University Academy for Rising Scientists Summer Camp in 2018 and he represented St. Joseph High School at the Hugh O’Brian Summer Youth Leadership Conference at Marietta College in 2019.

He received the Freshman and Sophomore Academic Awards and was a Marshall University Academic SCORES Festival participant. He has been a member of the Golf team during high school. He is a parishioner of Saint Mary’s Church, where he is an altar server. At Marshall University, he has received the John Laidley Scholarship.

REMAINING GRADUATES

Aaron James Collins, James Christopher Damron, James Johnathon Mahlmeister, Jacob David Salisbury, Bryce Daniel Sheridan and William Thomas Whaley.

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Symmes Valley SUMMA CUM LAUDE GPA 3.85 - 4.00

• Isabelle Carpenter, daughter of Ryan and Terri Carpenter, of Willow Wood. She plans to attend Ohio University Southern and study cardiac sonography.

• Emily Gorby, daughter of James and Christina Gorby, of Proctorville. She plans to attend Collins Career Technical Center and study cardiac sonography.

• Alexis Hannon, granddaughter of Jeannetta Hannon, of Scotttown. She plans to attend University Southern and study psychology.

• Laykin Hayes, daughter of Kristi Hayes, of Proctorville. She plans to attend Ohio University Southern and study wildlife and conservation. She was an honor roll student all four years of high school, National Honor Society, National Society of High School Scholars, second in class, will receive FFA state degree and was senior class vice president for the Collins Career Technical Center FFA chapter, Fern Sowards Burcham Scholarship ($250), Danny C. Hayes Memorial Scholarship ($500), Gornall Scholarship ($1,500 and the Class of ’63 Scholarship ($1,250).

• Alison Klaiber, daughter of Jamie and Kristen Klaiber, of Willow Wood. She plans to attend Marshall University and study accounting. She received the John Laidley Scholarship, Karen Laroe Scholarship and Darren Cade Scholarship.

• Luke Leith, son of Joseph and Tara Leith, of Pedro. He plans to attend Centre College and

biochemistry.

He received the Holtzer Science Award, SV Alumni Scholarship, Founders Scholarship, Centre Endeavor Grant.

HANNON • Evan McCallister, son of Marvin and Christy McCallister, of Scottown. He plans to attend Marshall University to become a commercial pilot. He is in Beta Club, honor roll, art club president, Darrin Cade Scholarship, C3 Church Scholarship, MU Opportunity Grant.

MAGNA CUM LAUDE GPA 3.60 - 3.84

• Terri Dillon, daughter of Marlena and Danny Duerst, of Waterloo.

• Eleanor Johnson, daughter of Dreama and John Scott, of Willow Wood.

• Abigail Lockard, daughter of Tom and Terri Lockard, of Proctorville.

• Maggie McCleese, daughter of Greg and Nora McCleese, of Pedro.

• Isiah McMillian, son of Kevin and Brenda McMillian, of Kitts Hill.

• Aaliyah Perry, daughter of Jamie Qualls and Terry Ray Qualls Jr., of Ironton.

• Ravyn Steiding, daughter of Harold and Aimee Steiding, of Scottown.

• Kaitlyn Stevenson, daughter of John and Michelle Stevenson, of Scottown.

• C.J. Wells, daughter of Tony and Tina Wells, of Willow Wood.

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• Maggie Wise, daughter of Shanda Rice, of Willow Wood.

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• Kayson Adkins, son of Mitch and Christen Adkins, of Kitts Hill.

• Lily Cochran, daughter of Carl and Melissa Cochran, of Willow Wood.

• Emily Estep, daughter of Odie and Patty Estep, of Willow Wood.

• Kelsi Gothard, daughter of James and Jessica Gothard, of Pedro.

• Alyssa Jackson, daughter of Jackie and Cynthia Jackson, of Willow Wood.

• Alexis McClure, daughter of Jeffrey McClure and Amanda Hodges, of Proctorville.

• Justin Mount, son of Barry and Julie Mount, of Kitts Hill.

• Caleb Mullens, son of Tony and Kelly Mullens, of Proctorville.

• Devin Renfroe, of Pedro,

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• Twyla Roach, daughter of Tony and Nikki Roach, of Pedro.

• Tyler Walters, of Proctorville, son of Jerry Walters, and Shouna and Larry Delawder.

REMAINING GRADUATES Daniel Adkins, Houston Bennett, Robert Boggs, Zachariah Boggs, Ian Burcham, Johnathan Carpenter, Morgan Carpenter, Tylor Christian, Brigham Clutters, Grace Conley, Teddilyn Craft, Derek Crum, Corey Dial, Caleb Drawdy, Joshua Ferguson, James Ferris, Thorr Honaker, John Jenkins, Bradley Johnson, Ryan Lewis, Anthony Littreal, Adam Maynard, Ryan Maynard, Brett Perry, Franklin Petty, Joshua Pierce, Dalton Poe, Spring Ross, Andrew Scherer, Hunter Shepherd, Jonathan Short, Caleb Smith, James Smith and Lauren Wikoff-Butler.

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SUMMA CUM LAUDE:

• Neil Shannon Loftus, son of Paul and Sara Loftus of Huntington, West Virginia. He will be attending Marshall University, majoring in computer science with a minor in music.

He has received the following scholarships and honors: National Merit Scholarship Commended Student, National Science Foundation (NSF) S-STEM Scholar ($35,000), Marshall University Project Work Studio, Marshall University Yeager Scholar - Alternate Finalist ($4,000), Marshall University Honors College Scholarship ($2,000), Marshall University John Marshall Scholarship ($22,000), WV Promise Scholarship ($19,000), WV STEM Scholarship ($12,000).

He has been a member of the TriState STEM+M School National Honor Society and Marshall University National Honor Society for Leadership and Success. He has also earned the STEM Honors Diploma.

• Abbi Rose Zornes, of South Point, daughter of Doug and Regina Zornes. She will be attending Marshall University, majoring in business with a minor in entrepreneurship.Abbi has received the following scholarships and honors: Marshall University Board of Governors Scholarship ($5,000), Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity Scholarship ($1,000), Member of Tri-State STEM+M School National Honor Society member and STEM Honors Diploma.

• Jisan Ferdaus Amin, son of Arm and Zannatul Amin, of Proctorville. He will be attending The Ohio State University, majoring in computer engineering. He has been awarded the Provost Scholarship at

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• Mykayla Renee Cassity, daughter of Jared and Mikki Cassity.

She will be attending The Ohio State University, majoring in pre-veterinary medicine. She has been accepted into Ohio State’s Honors Program.

She has been a member of the Tri-State STEM+M School National Honor Society. She is a STEM Honors Diploma recipient.

• Alexa Hope Sites, of South Point, daughter of Paul Sites and Lisa Sullins. She will be attending Marshall University majoring in psychology. She has been awarded the A. Michael Perry Scholarship at Marshall University. She is a member of the Tri-State STEM+M School National Honor Society and a STEM Honors Diploma recipient.

• Zane Tucker Walters, son of Brent and Courtney Walters, of South Point. He will be attending Marshall University double majoring in Biochemistry and Psychology.

He has been awarded the following scholarships: John Laidley Scholarship at Marshall University, Yaeger Scholarship Semi-Finalist and the Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce Scholarship.He has also been a member of the Tri-State STEM+M School National Honor Society, Glockner Dare to Dream SEE “TRI-STATE STEM+M,” PAGE 24

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raduation is steeped in tradition. Come the day of graduation, many grads-to-be might be focusing on receiving their diplomas and then celebrating after the ceremony. The hard work students put in affords them every right to celebrate once they’re officially anointed as new grads, but before the party begins it can be fun to reflect on the many traditions associated with graduation ceremonies.

CAP AND GOWN

universities dressed their scholars in gowns from the 1700s onward. In 1786, one school, Brown University, even mandated that degree candidates be clad in flowing robes and caps at commencement ceremonies. Though educators and students may no longer wear caps and gowns when attending class or around campus, the tradition of doing so at commencement ceremonies has endured.

TASSEL TURNING

Graduation ceremonies simply wouldn’t be the same without caps and gowns. The tradition is anything but new, as Columbia University notes caps and gowns have been linked to academia since the 12th century. Back then, students wore gowns and hoods to emulate the clergy who taught them, but also to stay warm. Many

The tradition of turning the tassel does not have the lengthy history of the cap and gown, dating back only decades rather than centuries.

Graduates typically turn the tassels after everyone has received their degrees during the ceremony. The turn is symbolic of their transition from student to graduate. Tassels start on the right for high school stu-

Competition Finalist, John Marshall Speech and Debate tournament finalist, Academic All District for Soccer, All District Team Honorable Mention for Soccer, Captain, a four year member of the South Point High School Soccer Team and has completed 57 college credit hours during high school.

• Leah Jacquelyn Bailey, daughter of Arnold and Tammy Bailey, of South Point. She will be attending Ohio University Southern majoring in Nursing. She has been awarded the following scholarships: Ohio University Southern Freshman Academic Merit Scholarship.Leah has been a member of the Tri-State STEM+M School National Honor Society, Glockner Dare to Dream Competition Winner and recognized

by Senator Bob Peterson, President’s List for Marshall University in 2020, attended National Youth Leadership Forum and the Congress of Future Medical Leaders in Boston. She has earned 64 college credit hours during high school.

• Emily Elaine Baldwin,

daughter of Raymond and Jennifer Baldwin, of South Point. She will be attending The Ohio State University majoring in education. She has been accepted into Ohio State’s Arts Honors Program. She has been a member of Tri-State STEM+M School National Honor Society, Quiz Bowl, Show Choir, Musical Theater, Robotics Team and Student Government.

• Luke Carter Saunders, son of Josh and Stacy Saunders, of Ashland, Kentucky. He will be attending Marshall University his freshman year and will then be transferring to Columbia College Chicago to double major in fashion photography and creative commercial advertising. He has been awarded the A. Michael Perry Scholarship at Marshall University.

He has been a member of the TriState STEM+M School National Honor Society, Marshall University Chapter of National Society of Leadership and Success. His photography has been featured in commercial advertising work by

dents and college undergraduates and are then turned to the left, while recipients of master’s degrees and doctorates keep their tassels on the left throughout the commencement ceremonies.

TOSSING CAPS IN THE AIR

The tossing of graduation caps in the air is believed to date back more than 100 years. Prior to 1912, graduates of the United States Naval Academy had to serve as midshipmen for two years before they were commissioned as officers. As a result, they still needed their graduation caps. But beginning with the class of 1912, graduates were automatically commissioned as officers, so they no longer needed their hats.

That led the graduates to throw them in the air, thus beginning one of the more fun and photo-worthy

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• Joshua Hunter Bledsoe, son of Tim and Dorothy Bledsoe, of Proctorville. He will be attending Marshall University, majoring in computer engineering. He has been awarded the John Marshall Scholarship, is a member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and will be in the Honors College at Marshall University.

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• Benjamin Mattam, son of Babu and Jini Mattam, of Proctorville.

• Christopher Toren Black, son of Chris and Kendra Black, of Huntington, West Virginia.

• Nathan Gregory Kinney, son of Greg and Margaret Kinney, of South Point.

graduation traditions.

‘POMP AND CIRCUMSTANCE’

This tradition marked by the playing of “Pomp and Circumstance” is rooted in the work of William Shakespeare, which makes it seem like a perfect fit for graduation ceremonies. Sir Edward Elgar composed “Pomp and Circumstance” in 1901 and the title for the song was inspired by a line in the bard’s “Othello.” Elgar received an honorary degree from Yale University in 1905, and during that ceremony “Pomp and Circumstance” was played. The song apparently made a strong impression, as it soon began to be played at various commencement ceremonies, a tradition that continues today.

• Brad Leigh Richter, son of Toni Adkins, of Coal Grove.

• Jacob Andrew Cremeans, son of Ronnie and Elizabeth Cremeans, of Chesapeake.

CUM LAUDE STUDENTS:

• Elijah Jason Richard Sturgill, son of Jackie Greene, of Ironton.

• Madison Marie Petry, daughter of Mark and Melanie Petry of Proctorville.

• Jaeden Michael Perkins, son of Bryan Perkins, of South Point.

• Brianna Faith Stokley, daughter of Dan and Beth Stokley, of South Point.

REMAINING GRADUATES Darrell Tanner Hey, Steven Hunter Hey, Declan Connor Huff, Rowan Grey Ward, Chase Adam Davis, Kaitlyn Renae Forman, Nicholas James Martin, Camryn Grace Mitchell and Mara Jade McKee.

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Graduating Class of 2021 HONOR GRADUATES: Kierstyn Alexandra Curry Mia Emily Davidson Christian Marcum Dennison Jordan Tait Matney Nathan Douglas McMahan Morgan Dayne Schultz Katherine Marie Scott Ethan Wade Wiley HONOR GRADUATES WITH DISTINCTION: Alexis Paige Bentley Ben Anthony Compliment Brynn Elizabeth Davis Isaac Richard Dickess Addison Kate Dillow Jackie Thomas Dust Lindsay Jean Fraley Jordan Matthew Harrison Emily Lynn Horn Trey Robert Hunt Jessie Alexis Nicole Justice Megan Dawn Justice Rylynn Paige Large Macy Nicole Malone Emilee Brooke Matney Holly Shae Maynard

Tucker Chase Meadows Krista Nicole Primm Sophie Renee Reid Phillip Kye Robinson Joshua Timothy Vanover David Alexander Windhorst 2021 GRADUATES: Ashlee Kawehi Baldwin Haley Dawn Bowels Johnny Lee Robert Browning Gabriel Morgan Byrne Savannah Chapman Ethan Allen Dean Crager Blake Michael Cunningham Brianna Leigh Fugate Jaidyn Halla Griffith Lauren Elizabeth Gwilliams Gabriel Allen Hanshaw Levi Shane Harr Kaylee Nicole Harris Kirstyn Michelle Lynn Hogsten Brady William Huff Tristian Megan Hughes Madison Cheyenne Johnson Jessica Raechelle Jordan Xander Thomas Keaton Jasmine Marie Kelley

Sari Ann Renee Kellogg Shyloh Edward Blaze Kellogg Kodeigh Ann Malone Kylie Shae McConnell Samantha Nichole McFarland Ashley Hope Morton Logan Gage Nance Albert Samuel Napier Dreyden Isaac Osborne Emalee Grace Pennington Arik Tyler Pleasants Joseph Anthony Pommell Emily Marie Preston Cody Mitchell Pritchard Hannah Michelle Reaper Ethan Clifford Scott Roberts Logan Edward Roberts Joyce Ann Rose Schyler Austin Lee Shope Austin Tyler Stapleton Sean Rowan Vansant Emily Paige Vaughn Zachary Tyler Webb Laiken McKenzie White Carol Ann Willis Christian Matthew Wilson Kenna Rain Wilson

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