RMP 8th Grade Yearbook

Rocky Mount Prep

Class of 2024 8th Grade

Rocky Mount Prep 8th Grade Team Mr. James Knight, Principal Mrs. Jamilah Bullock, Assistant Principal Mrs. Sheryl Umstead, Middle School Counselor Mr. Darnell Barnes, 8th Grade Health Ms. Yanira Campos, Middle School ELA Ms. Rayshoun Chambers, 8th Grade Science Mr. Michael Chappell, 8th Grade Math Ms. Ashley Cooper, Middle School Math Ms. Virgie Davis, Math 1 Mrs. Shamara Hart, 8th Grade Social Studies Ms. Bethany Kirkpatrick, 8th Grade ELA Mr. Jolly Manning, Middle School Music Mr. Jerome Romero, Middle School STEM

2

RMP Class of 2024 Archabell, Tyler Arrington, Emiya Arrington, Ja-Quille Bandy, Aaron Bellamy, Nicolas Boyd, Alterek Bracy, Tiell Braswell, Cameron Brinkley, Rakia Brooks, Jovan Bullock, Niylee Bunn, Jamal Carter, Sa'Nya Cooper, Tanyia Cutler-Jackson, Ta'Myla Davis, Airron Demery, Jaden Demery, Rekhyah Dickens, Ni'Ciiya Dunn, Jashon Ellis, Jahmonie Evans, Asia Fenner, Cameron Fleming, Tarell Fox, NyZeir Frazier Jr, Demone Green, Jaliyah Greene, Ansaar Greene, Chanasia Gregg, Kynasia Hamilton, Breanna Hardy, Ronnie Harris, Armani

Harrison, Jaleah Hendricks, Montrell Hernandez, Emily Hines, Jordan Howard, Zachary Jackson, Prince James, Jayla Johnson, Jaurnay Johnson, Kalyn Johnson, Rodney Johnson, Salacia Johnson, Travis Jones, Kierstin Jones, Laeshea Joyner, Jeremiah Kelly, Ja'Kobi Kimble, Amiah Knight, Josiah Lancaster, De'vonta Lee, Mackenzy Lee, Madison Lynch, Tylir Lyons, Kendell Mann, Destiny McNeal, Zyon Middleton, Reyettea Morgan, Josiah Myrick, Omari Parks, Octavia Patton Jr, Antonio Perkins, Emmanuel Pittman, Makayla Porter, Aikaela

Proctor, Hailey Quarles, Zamaria Redlinger, Cavalera Richardson, Annalyse Richardson, Brennen Richardson, Frederic Rivas-Jardon, Jocelyn Rives, Allison Roberts, Amiya Rodriguez, Angelina Shaaban, Hussam Silver, Trayvese Smith, A'Moni Staton, Genesis Taylor, Janeya Tobias, Aiyann Vazquez Hernandez, Samanta Vick, Dasiah Vick, Jayvion Vick, Shadayah Whitaker, K'Nadia Whitakers, Mekhi Whitehead, Brianna Whitehead, Charles Williams, Jai'Deon Williams, Kelsey Williams, Quoniya Williams, Tiliyah Wilson, Kyshan Wilson, Tyshan Wright, Deangela

3

Rocky Mount Prep Table of Contents Faculty Students Student Life Athletics Souvenirs

5 16 101 106 110

4

Rocky Mount Prep

5

Mr. Barnes (Health) Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Full of energy Favorite school lunch: Salad Song of the year: “You Know My name� by Tasha Cobb What's your best memory from middle school?

Getting to know the scholars as individuals and seeing them grow daily.

What's one big goal you have for the future?

For the scholars to grow as responsible young adults.

Graduation Quote: Put God first and always do what is right.

6

Ms. Campos (ELA) Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Exciting, amazing, transforming Favorite school lunch: Chicken salad Song of the year: “Con Altura� by Rosalia What's your best memory from middle school?

When we played a review game in Mrs. K's class and you had to run to touch the board. It was so great see everyone laugh, learn, and have a good time.

What's one big goal you have for the future?

A masters degree Graduation Quote: Students teach all sorts of things but most importantly they make explicit the courage that it takes to be a learner, the courage it takes to open yourself to the transformative power of real learning and that courage I am exposed to almost every day and that I'm deeply grateful for. Junot Diaz

7

Ms. Chambers (Science) Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Unpredictable, kaleidoscope, uproarious Favorite school lunch: Cauliflower with cheese Song of the year: “Love Someone� by Lucas Graham What's your best memory from middle school?

Valentine's Day. My classes enjoyed the treats I brought in for them and the gift of "TIME" on a notebook check.

I think that day all of them knew I was happy to show them some love - in addition to giving them some very yummy treats.

Graduation Quote: Why fit in when you were born to stand out?

8

Mr. Chappell (Math) Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Unique, collaborative, love Favorite school lunch: Whenever the 8th grade girls would come in and get math help aka draw on my smart board while I ate my chicken and green beans Song of the year: “Be A Light” by Thomas Rhett What's your best memory from middle school?

When students understood I wasn’t perfect and I was human just like them and accepting me for who I was and being able to work with me knowing I cared deeply about them and their success.

What's one big goal you have for the future?

Stepping out of my shell and not being afraid to show my authentic self. Being able to show the world who I am and not apologizing to anyone about that.

Graduation Quote: You can catch flies with honey, but you can catch more honeys being fly.

9

Ms. Cooper (Math) Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Exciting, interesting, strong Favorite school lunch: I loved bringing my baked potato with cheese and bacon.

Oh and I cannot forget my fruit too!

Song of the year: “Rise Up� by Andra Day What's your best memory from middle school?

I really liked attending all the games and performances throughout the year.

What's one big goal you have for the future?

I will continue my journey as a teacher.

Graduation Quote: Sometimes in life if nothing changed there would be no butterflies.

10

Ms. Davis (Math 1) Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Interesting, confusing, eager Favorite school lunch: Baked chicken with greens Song of the year: “Underdog” by Alicia Keys What's your best memory from middle school?

Being able to laugh with students What's one big goal you have for the future?

Never give up on your goals Graduation Quote: “Quitting is not an option”

11

Mrs. Hart (Social Studies) Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Challenging, inspiring, transformative Favorite school lunch: Fruit Song of the year: “People” by Jonathan McReynolds What's your best memory from middle school?

Pie day was fun, I enjoyed watching students aim for my face and missing.

Graduation Quote: "Don't be afraid, Be focused, Be determined, Be hopeful, Be empowered!” ~ Michelle Obama"

12

Ms. Kirkpatrick (ELA) Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Restorative circle norms đ&#x;’“ Favorite school lunch: The salad I had/y’all asked me about every day Song of the year: “Sunday Bestâ€? by Surfaces What's your best memory from middle school?

Circle time, watching your games and concerts, finishing The Hate U Give What's one big goal you have for the future?

Stop tripping over the projector cord Graduation Quote: “What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?� –Mary Oliver

13

Mr. Manning (Music) Describe 8th grade in 3 words: So lit lit Favorite school lunch: Baked chicken, fried apples, green beans Song of the year: My Testimony by Marvin Sapp What's your best memory from middle school?

Seeing the scholars perform in the music concert.

What's one big goal you have for the future?

To advance the music programs more each year.

Graduation Quote: "If at first you don't succeed, try try, again." Thomas Palmer

14

Mrs. Umstead (Counselor) Describe 8th grade in 3 words: My angels Song of the year: “Someone You Loved� by Lewis Capaldi What's your best memory from middle school?

The costume ball What's one big goal you have for the future?

Enjoy the little things Graduation Quote: Never let others define who you are. Define yourself!

15

Rocky Mount Prep

16

Tyler Archabell Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Weird, short, decent Favorite school lunch: Sandwiches Song of the year: “Great Days� by Karen Aoki & Daisuke Hasegawa What's your best memory from middle school?

Making new friends in 7th grade What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Get a decent job Graduation Quote: "Things may look bad but things will get better as time goes on."

17

Emiya Arrington Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, crazy, and kinda boring Favorite school lunch: Chef salad

Song of the year: “Late Nights� by Jeremih What's your best memory from middle school?

Laughing in class What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Be successful Graduation Quote: Be bold, be courageous, be your best.

Shoutout: I would like to thank my mother for always encouraging me

18

Ja’Quille Arrington Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Trash, horrible, wrong What's your best memory from middle school?

Friends What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To step up and get good grades Shoutouts: • My best friends • My grandma • I thank Ms. Chambers, Ms. K, and Mrs. Hart for pushing to do my work

19

Aaron Bandy Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Easy exciting fun

Song of the year: Pop Star by DaBaby What's your best memory from middle school?

Playing basketball What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To keep being successful help others and play baseball Graduation Quote: Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.

20

Nicolas Bellamy Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, exciting, over the top Favorite school lunch: Chef salad Song of the year: Lil baby “getting money” What's your best memory from middle school?

Going to the football championship What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To be successful and become a NFL football player Graduation Quote: “Failure is not an option” Shoutout: Mr. Chappell you are one of the coolest teachers I know. Stay true to yourself and your students. Ms. Campos, thanks for having my back and keeping me on top of the game.

21

Cameron Braswell Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Challenging, exciting, outstanding Favorite school lunch: Pizza What's your best memory from middle school?

Pep rallies What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To graduate Graduation Quote: Believe in yourself

22

Rakia Brinkley Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, new, and crazy Favorite school lunch: Chef salad Song of the year: “Hit yo groove�-PJ HOWARD What's your best memory from middle school?

Basketball season What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Go to college and become successful Graduation Quote: Life without dreaming is a life without meaning-Wale Shoutout: Shoutout to my mom and dad for helping me when I was struggling.

23

Jovan Brooks Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Struggle, hard, wild Favorite school lunch: Salad

Song of the year: “Pretty Little Fears� by 6LACK ft. J Cole What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To graduate Graduation Quote: Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.

Shoutout: I wanna give a shout out to my mom, she has helped me so much to forget and help me learn about things that are going on in life and how it will be head on in the future.

24

Niylee Bullock Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, amazing, sad Favorite school lunch: Ham and cheese sandwich Song of the year: Documentary What's your best memory from middle school?

That we all became together having fun and also the best teachers What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Graduate and get a scholarship Graduation Quote: Do something that makes you happy Shoutouts: •

I would like to give a shoutout to Madison for being there for me for this school year and I would also give a shoutout to A’Moni for being there for me also and making me laugh with her corny jokes and also Sa’Nya me and her had our ups and downs but we got through it together. Another person is Makayla, I just love her so much she push me to do good things and to make us to competition during basketball season but I still love her for that Jaleah for being there for me also. and of course i save the best for last Lily for being there for me and taking my side on things and just being fun and a good person to talk to

•

I would like to thank my whole family to just put me in the school and have another year and great experience from this year“

•

I would like to thank all the teachers and staff at Prep for having a almost great year.

25

Jamal Bunn Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Glad it’s done Song of the year: Salad with ranch dressing What's your best memory from middle school?

Reading manga and watching anime on the bleachers in gym What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Succeeding at Early College Graduation Quote: Jamal out!

26

Sa’Nya Carter Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Stressful, hard, most of the time EASY Favorite school lunch: Chicken nuggets and salads What's your best memory from middle school?

My best memory was the the time I went to Mayball last year with my friends and boyfriend.

What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

One of my goals is to stay focused and continue to be me. Another goal I have is to figure out what I wanna do or become after high school because I’m still deciding.

Graduation Quote: “Sometimes You Don’t Realize How Far You’ve Gotten Until You Look Around At The People Who Are Still Trailing Far Behind You”.~Nicki Minaj Shoutout: I want to thank my mom for always being here to support me and guide me through not only 8th grade but my whole middle school experience. I also wanna thank my dad for being one of my #1 supporters when it was my first year playing a sport. He has encouraged me and kept me going when I wanted to quit. I couldn't thank them both enough.

27

Tanyia Cooper Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Hard, challenging Favorite school lunch Chicken nuggets

What's your best memory from middle school?

Field day What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Make good grades and take classes for a nurse Graduation Quote: “You made it. Don’t give up” Shoutout: I want to thank my mom because my mom pushed me to never give up and keep my head up so that I can get through school and she helped me through it all!

28

Ta’Myla Cutler-Jackson Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, happy, depressing Favorite school lunch: Salads Song of the year: “Captain Hook� by Megan Thee Stallion What's your best memory from middle school?

Josiah, my bf, he’s my fav memory.

And Jayla this year, she became my sister. Love her to deathđ&#x;’— What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Doing early college, so I can have my hair license Graduation Quote: “You can keep hatin’, I’m poppin’ regardless.� - Megan Thee Stallion Shoutout: I would like to shout Ms. Kirkpatrick because she never gave up on me , she always gave me multiple chances , she made sure I finished my work , even if that mean I had to skip cheer practice but that meant she cared so I thank her for that �

29

Airron Davis Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Funny, fun, cool Favorite school lunch: Beef tacos Song of the year: Gospel What's your best memory from middle school?

When the brothers made me laugh What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

To be great and better Graduation Quote: In life you don't need a lot of friends, just the right ones Shoutout: • I wanna thank the brothers for being their by my side made me happy when I was down sad in my moments • I wanna thank my parents for helping my through hard time and my brothers for being their by my side • Ms. K for helping my with my work when I didn’t understand and she made understand more clearly

30

Jaden Demery Describe 8th grade in 3 words: We the best Favorite school lunch: Pizza Song of the year: Drake What's your best memory from middle school?

When all of my teacher dress the same What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

Keep pushing til I hit my goal Graduation Quote: Life is like a camera. Just focus on what’s important & capture the good times. Develop from the negatives & if things don't work out just take another shot.

Shoutouts: • I want to give a shoutout to Allison for been a great friend • I want to give a shout out to my mom and dad for making me the greatest person I am • I want to give you shout out to Mr. Chappell for pushing me to get all my work done

31

Rekhyah Demery Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Hard, fun, boring Favorite school lunch: Chef salad

Song of the year: “Savage” – Megan Thee Stallion What's your best memory from middle school?

Leaving math class What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Just to pass each grade Graduation Quote: “I was born to make mistakes not to fake perfection” –Drake “Thanks Corona” -Me Shoutout: I would like to thank Armani because she is a friend that’s I made this year we got a lot closer. We laugh a lot share food and everything.

32

Ni’Ciya Dickens Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Hardworking, stressful, hard Favorite school lunch: Chicken nuggets and mashed potatoes Song of the year: “Savage” by Megan Thee Stallion What's your best memory from middle school?

Spending time working with my teachers alone.

What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

Focus and pay attention more.

Graduation Quote: The future belongs to those who prepare for it today -Malcolm X Shoutouts: • Thank you to Madison Lee and Jaleah Harrison for making me feel comfortable with what I do and make me feel welcomed.

• I would really like to thank my mom for pushing me the whole school year to do better and finding ways for me to get help.

• I want to shoutout Ms. Chambers for giving me chance after chance to do better in her class.

33

Jashon Dunn Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Funny, fun, bittersweet Favorite school lunch: Southwest chicken salad Song of the year: “Dark Clouds” by Rod Wave What's your best memory from middle school?

Homecoming What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Train myself academically and physically Graduation Quote: Don’t lie, don’t cheat, don’t make promises you can’t keep

34

Jahmonie Ellis Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun learning environment Favorite school lunch: Salad Song of the year: “Heart on Ice” by Rod Wave What's your best memory from middle school?

Spending time with friends What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Play football Graduation Quote: "The two hardest things to handle in life are failure and success.” -John Wooden Shoutouts: • Y’all are real friends and y’all should know who y’all are • My mom help me get threw the year she is the reason why I keep trying

35

Asia Evans Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, best friend, drama Favorite school lunch: Cheeseburgers Song of the year: “How� by Lil Baby What's your best memory from middle school?

Spending time with my boy best friend and associates.

What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

Make all straight A's and have a good diploma for college.

Graduation Quote: "I might come in first or second, but I won't never be last" by: Lil Baby Shoutout: I wanna thank Cameron Fenner for being there for me through ups and downs and if I was sad he would make me laugh even on my bad days, and even if i asked a question, he would give good advice, thank you:)

36

Cameron Fenner Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, creative, amazing Favorite school lunch: Buffalo chicken salad

Song of the year: “What’s Poppin” by Jack Harlow What's your best memory from middle school?

When me and Jai’Deon became bros What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To graduate and go to a D1 college to play basketball Graduation Quote: “To be the best, you have to work” Shoutout: My mom and dad, thank y’all for everything y’all do for me to push and guide me in the right direction

37

Tarell Fleming Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun Favorite school lunch: Pizza What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Getting good grades Graduation Quote: You will never grow if you can’t admit your wrongs and learn from your mistakes đ&#x;’—

38

Demone Frazier Jr. Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Cool, chill, interesting Favorite school lunch: None of the above? Maybe chef salad What's your best memory from middle school?

My favorite memory of middle school are all of them. The good and the bad because it gives you knowledge and experience that you need to go further in life.

What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

To graduate Graduation Quote: “Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek” -Barack Obama Shoutouts: • Thank you to all of my classmates for making 8th grade the best year in middle school.

• Thank you to Ms. K for being the best 8th grade teacher.

39

Ansaar Greene Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Boring, insane, lame Favorite school lunch: Pizza Song of the year: Super Mario Galaxy music What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To pass as fast as I can

40

Chanasia Greene Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, educational, diverse Favorite school lunch: Salads

Song of the year: “Jump� by DaBaby and NBA Youngboy What's your best memory from middle school?

My best memory from middle school was when we used to have a pep rally.

What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To be successful at everything that I do.

Graduation Quote: "30 years from now it won't matter what shoes you wore , how your hair looked, or the jeans you bought. What matter is what you learned and how you used it"

41

Kynasia Gregg Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Hard, miserable, tiring Favorite school lunch: Cheeseburgers Song of the year: “Dark Clouds” by Rod Wave What's your best memory from middle school?

Everything What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Be successful Graduation Quote: “Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard” -KD

42

Breanna Hamilton Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Funny , Cool , Hectic Favorite school lunch: Caesar salad Song of the year: Lil Tjay - 20/20 What's your best memory from middle school?

When I knocked the screen out the window with a laptop in Ms. Sarmiento’s last period class What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

I may want to be on the volleyball team next year.

Graduation Quote: It always seems impossible until it’s done.

Shoutout: •

My mom and dad for being there for me anytime

•

Ms. K because she was the best teacher of the 8th grade year.

43

Armani Harris Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, unfinished, challenging Favorite school lunch: Chef salad Song of the year: “Savage Remix” by Megan Thee Stallion ft. Beyonce What's your best memory from middle school?

The May Balls What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Go to early college or graduate early Graduation Quote: “You may say I’m a dreamer but I’m not the only one”

44

Jaleah Harrison Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Interesting, shocking, crazy Favorite school lunch: the cheeseburgers

Song of the year: “Lost� by Frank Ocean What's your best memory from middle school?

Spending time with my friends What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Keep good grades and go to college Graduation Quote: Wherever you go, go with all your heart Shoutout: I want to give a shoutout to Madison Lee, Niylee Bullock, and Octavia Parks, because they helped me through the hard times of the school year and they were always there for me

45

Montrell Hendricks Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Didn’t last long Favorite school lunch: Pizza Song of the year: “Blinding Lights” by The Weeknd What's your best memory from middle school?

Being in the football championship What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

Getting better at sports Graduation Quote: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” -Eleanor Roosevelt Shoutouts: • To all my friends miss you guys hope to see y'all next year • Mom and dad thank you for making me the person I am today. Love y'all • Thanks to all the teachers who help me succeed.

46

Emily Hernandez Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Remarkable, ager, motivating Favorite school lunch: Buffalo salad Song of the year: “After Party” by Don Toliver What's your best memory from middle school?

Learning new things everyday and being able to spend time with my friends What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Going to college and graduating Graduation Quote: “Don’t cry because it’s not over smile because it happened.”-Dr. Seuss

47

Jordan Hines Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Amazing, challenging, fun Song of the year: Dababy - Jump feat.NBA youngboy

What's your best memory from middle school?

When I had classes with my friends !

What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

To keep pushing no matter what !

Graduation Quote: “Be strong. You never know who you are inspiring” -Mel Robbins Shoutouts: • I wanna give a special shoutout to my stepma for not never giving up on me and for being there when I need her!

• I will like to give thanks to Ms. Kirkpatrick because she always knew where I was coming from so she understand me very well! #1 TEACHER

48

Zachary Howard Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Funny, interesting, a little upsetting/bad Favorite school lunch: The salads Song of the year: “That Way” by Lil Uzi Vert or “A Remedy for a Broken Heart” by XXXTentacion What's your best memory from middle school?

6-8 made some new friends and made some new moments What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To get all the info I need to advance Graduation Quote: “Is this the end really? Are you seriously giving up now?"

49

Jayla James Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Adventurous, satisfying, fulfilling, empowering.

Favorite school lunch: Buffalo chicken salads Song of the year: Mo’ Better Blues- Brandford Marsalis Quartet What's your best memory from middle school?

Valentines day when Ms. Chambers took our class to the gym What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

I want to graduate high school with at least a 4.0 GPA then go to school to be an cardiologist.

Graduation Quote: “Success is the ability to go from one failure to another with no loss of enthusiasm” ~ Winston Churchill

Shoutouts: • Ta’Myla: I’m shouting you out for being an amazing friend from the start of 7th grade to now..you always been there for me when I needed you most and even when I didn’t need you, you always had and still have my back • My mommy: I’m shouting you out for helping me become who I am. My drive for things are because of you. Thank you for showing me how to be strong and handle certain situations when you’re not around. Thank you for putting up with the teacher phone calls because of my stupidity. For teaching me to care and how to care for others in need and just because. Thanks for helping me create winning projects and making them fun. And thanks for not judging me❤ • Ms K: I’m shouting you out because you’re amazing. I never loved reading so much and I do because of you. I love how you actually care for us. I will forever miss your class, but I’ll never forget it❤.

50

Jaurnay Johnson Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Informative, chill, and short Favorite school lunch: Chef salad Song of the year: “Rehab” by Brent Faiyaz What's your best memory from middle school?

Cheerleading What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

Graduating early Graduation Quote: "Don't cry because it's over, Smile because it happened" - Dr. Seuss Shoutouts: • I wanna shout out to my ma for taking me through our hard times during these three years of middle school.

• I wanna shout out to Ms. K for really dedicating herself to teaching not only me but her other students as well.

51

Kalyn Johnson Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Challenging, unfinished, enjoyable Favorite school lunch: Buffalo Chicken Salad

Song of the year: Savage ~ Meghan Thee Stallion What's your best memory from middle school?

7th grade May Ball What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Graduate high school , Go to college, and become a nurse.

Graduation Quote: “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” –Mahatma Gandhi Shoutout: I would like to thank my mom and grandparents for everything they has done for me. I’ve came a long way , due to their love and support.

52

Rodney Johnson Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, boring Favorite school lunch: Salad Song of the year: “Fix the mic� by TLE Cinco What's your best memory from middle school?

Basketball season What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Graduating Graduation Quote: I do it for my mom

53

Travis Johnson Jr. Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Challenging, Fun & important Favorite school lunch: Pizza Song of the year: “Grace� by Lil Baby What's your best memory from middle school?

Taking our school to the championship in football for the first time.

What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To gain & maintain a 4.0, & go to college Graduation Quote: "ALWAYS STAY 10 TOES DOWN"

54

Kierstin Jones Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Unchallenging, uninteresting, unstimulated Favorite school lunch: Chef salad Song of the year: Before I Let Go-Beyonce What's your best memory from middle school?

7th grade band trips What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

Graduating top of my classes Graduation Quote: "Don't be afraid. Be focused. Be determined. Be hopeful. Be empowered" -Michelle Obama Shoutouts: • I want to give a shout out my best friends, Jayla and Janeya, for always being my support system. I love y’all.

• I want to thank Ms. Kirkpatrick for being a huge support system. The efforts you make and the lengths you go to make sure your students are straight are beyond phenomenal! #bestteacherever

55

Laeshea Jones Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Hard nice and competitive Favorite School Lunch: Mac and cheese Song of the year: “Girl of my dreams” by Rod Wave What's your best memory from middle school?

Idk if this counts but when my mom passed because I knew that she was in a better place now What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To accomplish my dreams Graduation Quote: “Some good things must come to an end. When the good things are gone, better things are on the way.”

Shoutouts: • I shout out my best friend zamaria for being there when I need her • I shout out my step mom and my dad for always loving me and being there for me • I shout out all my teachers for helping and being there for me when I’m at my worst and best and for understanding my situations and just helping me out over all

56

Jeremiah Joyner Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Stress, fun, competitive Favorite school lunch: Barbecue chicken

What's your best memory from middle school?

Going inside a middle school class for the first time What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Passing everything including college Graduation Quote: Don't care what people think about you. Just know that you are here on earth for a reason and because the world loves all. Always have faith in yourself.

Shoutout: Thank y'all for being there for me.

57

Ja’Kobi Kelly Describe 8th grade in 3 words: It was okay Song of the year: When the saints go marching in What's your best memory from middle school?

Hanging out with friends What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Graduate and never go back to school Graduation Quote: Stay hydrated

58

Amiah Kimble Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Stressful, fun, interesting Favorite school lunch: Buffalo chicken salad Song of the year: “High Fashion” by Roddy Ricch What's your best memory from middle school?

First day of school,meeting all those news faces What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To continue with my good grades Graduation Quote: “When we love, we always strive to become better than we are.when we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too.Paulo Coelho Shoutouts: • Shyann and Hailey • My grandmother

59

Josiah Knight Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun bad interesting Favorite school lunch: Tacos Song of the year: “We Paid” by Lil Baby What's your best memory from middle school?

Football season What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Multiple sports scholarships Graduation Quote: “Everything negative— pressure, challenges--is all an opportunity for me to rise” Kobe Bryant

60

De’Vonta Lancaster Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Long, helpful, excited Favorite school lunch: Buffalo chicken salad Song of the year: “The Box” by Roddy Ricch What's your best memory from middle school?

Playing basketball in PE class What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Get a scholarship Graduation Quote: “Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.”

61

Mackenzy Lee Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Exhausting, enjoyable, enthusiastic Favorite school lunch: Chef salad on Wednesdays

Song of the year: INTRO - G Herbo What's your best memory from middle school?

Valentines Day, it’s something I’ll Never Forget.

What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To Become Successful And Be The Best I Can Be Graduation Quote: “It’s None Of My Concern Anymore” -Jhené Aiko Shoutout: I want to thank my mother for doing her best at being a mom and dealing with my mess although I know I put her through a lot. You are a hard working woman and you go through a lot yourself.

62

Madison Lee Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Different, stressful, enlightening Favorite school lunch: Cheeseburger Song of the year: None of your concern ~ Jhene Aiko What's your best memory from middle school?

8th grade costume ball What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To have and be happy with my career Graduation Quote: During your life, never stop dreaming. No one can take away your dreams ~ Tupac Shoutouts: •

Shout out to my girls they know who they are, They're the reason why I am who I am today they've made me so much happier when I felt the world was against me and I've become so comfortable around them and no matter what happens whether or not we'll still be in contact next year, I love you all and you're the real OGs.

•

I'm so grateful for my mom Maria, for believing in me and getting me through obstacles and being so generous to me and thank you for all the unnecessary things you've bought me and thank you for spending your last dollars on me all the time and i cherish you and I love you very much mommy.

•

Thank you Ms .Kirkpatrick for being there for the students more than just educationally but also personally I've noticed how positive you always are and you give second chances and you've made ELA so much more fun this year and you're so unique so please never change.

63

Tylir Lynch Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun learning experience Song of the year: “Sum 2 Prove� by Lil Baby

What's your best memory from middle school?

Laughing with friends What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To make good grades and graduate Graduation Quote: Like you might love watching basketball, but that doesn’t mean you might get on the court.

Shoutout: Shoutout to my bruddas ,we laughed got mad and got split up but we forever coo đ&#x;’—

64

Kendell Lyons Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, cool, great Favorite school lunch: Baked Chicken, Macaroni and Cheese , Salad Song of the year: Quando Rondo’s “No Smoke”; Lil baby’s “Get Money” What's your best memory from middle school?

Being in groups with the athletes I play sports with What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Make a great score on the SAT and graduation; own a business customizing cars and trucks.

Graduation Quote: "He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life” Muhammad Ali

65

Destiny Mann Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Eye opening, fun, unpredictable Favorite school lunch: Caesar salad Song of the year: “Triggered” by Jhené Aiko What's your best memory from middle school?

When Ms. Campos gave me a card and she told me how great I was and how she was proud of how I was doing and the person I became What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To not let anything hold me back from being the best i could be Graduation Quote: “I’m my own competition, I’m competing wit myself “ – Cardi B Shoutouts: •

I would like to thank my friends Jayla and Ta’Myla because even when none of were on good terms we all cared for each other and we made sure we all good and I thank you guys for always being a shoulder to cry on.

•

I would like to thank my parents because they pushed me too do better because I had a lot of bumps in the road and sometimes it was hard to focus on school and my mental health and how to multi task sports and school they’re my biggest supporters.

•

I want to thank Prep from elementary building especially Mrs. Silver, she and Mrs. Parham had a big impact on how I came to middle and I would like to thank Ms. Kirkpatrick for actually putting in time and effort to learn her students.

Last I thank Mrs. Umstead she has been there for me in my hardest times when I thought I wasn’t good enough and I will miss her most thank you all.

66

Josiah Morgan Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Hilarious, challenging, disappointing Favorite school lunch: Salad Song of the year: “Everyday We Lit� by YFN Lucci What's your best memory from middle school?

Meeting my first girlfriend that will always be a day one and supported me daily and we both already felt like we knew eachother. Another memory that I admire is how welcome I felt and how loved I felt from people who treated me like they actually wanted to be a friend to me and someone very close and it was a brother hood I'll never forget.

What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

I want my grades to be on point, Respect all of the other individuals and most importantly my teachers and be myself in any sport I play and most importantly be a team player and a leader.

Graduation Quote: "If you were absent during my struggles don't expect to be present during my success"

67

Omari Myrick Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Best fun ever Favorite school lunch: Chicken nuggets and sweet potatoes

Song of the year: “Girl of my Dreams” –Rod Wave What's your best memory from middle school?

Playing football in 7th grade What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Make it to senior year and graduation and go to college Graduation Quote: Work hard play hard, you heard me boyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy Shoutout: I want to shoutout my boy Jayvion Vick because he been there through my ups and downs.

68

Octavia Parks Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, sad, surprising Favorite school lunch: Mac and cheese Song of the year: Grace by Lewis Capaldi What's your best memory from middle school?

Laughing with my friends and having no worries in the world just having fun What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To get all A's and become the best I can be Graduation Quote: "You are capable of amazing things" & "never stop being a good person because of mean people“ Shoutouts:

I would like to say thank you so much to my best friend Jaleah Harrison for being with me from day 1, making me laugh, and never leaving my side, even through hard and stressful times it really means a lot. I would also like to say thank you to my dance family for making me laugh after a long day at school, for comforting me, for always making me feel at home in the studio, and for always making me feel supported, I LOVE YA'LL!!

I would like to give a BIG shoutout to my Mom & Dad because they were the ones who I pushed myself to make proud and get good grades. They are the ones who have got me through stressful days, and have taught me to be myself and never change for anyone even if others make fun of me or don't support me. If it wasn't for them I would definitely not have become the person I am today and i would've not been able to get through life, school, dance, or anything without them and their support. Thank You! I would like to appreciate Mrs. Jones who was my 7th grade Science teacher, for being an amazing teacher even if we had to write because the class wouldn't be quiet i always looked forward to your class and you were just a great teacher. I would also like to thank Ms.Kirkpatrick for helping me with hard subjects, and allowing me to speak my opinion freely. I appreciate y’all!

69

Antonio Patton Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, Educational, Short-Lived Favorite school lunch: Chef salad Song of the year: The Box by Roddy Ricch What's your best memory from middle school?

Hussam getting crossed in gym class What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To get to college Graduation Quote: People hate on me but they hated Jesus - Soulja Boy Shoutouts: • I wanna thank my mom, everything I do is to exceed her expectations • I wanna thank Mrs. jones she was the best and she always kept it real

70

Emmanuel Perkins Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Different, Preparation, Challenging Favorite school lunch: Cobb salad with chicken Song of the year: You Brought The Sunshine -The Clark Sisters What's your best memory from middle school?

Being SCA president What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

To make it out successful

Graduation Quote: Life is like the weather; you can’t predict what’s going to happen.

Shoutouts: •

•

I would like to give a shout out to Demone for always having my back anytime in the day(best SCA vice president).

I would like to give a shout out to Ms. K & Mrs. Umstead for always making sure that I was good and staying in contact with me

71

Makayla Pittman Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Hard, fun, helpful Favorite school lunch: Salad Song of the year: “Here� by Alessia Cara What's your best memory from middle school?

Having fun joking with my teachers them caring about me What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To graduate with a good GPA and become a reporter Graduation Quote: Live as if you were to die tomorrow Shoutout: I want to shout out Ms. K. She was always happy no matter what, she was always in a good spirit. I was always excited to be apart of her class!

72

Hailey Proctor Describe 8th grade in 3 words: It was okay Song of the year: “Jump� by DaBaby What's your best memory from middle school?

When me and my best friends had classes together What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To make good grades and make the volleyball team Graduation Quote: True friends are never apart.

Maybe in distance, but never in the heart.

73

Zamaria Quarles Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Exhausting, stressful, boring Favorite school lunch: Salads Song of the year: “Promise” by Jhene Aiko

What's your best memory from middle school?

Sports and being apart of NJHS with Mrs. Umstead and Mrs. Smalls What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

To graduate with honors go to college and become a successful doctor.

Graduation Quote: “I'm not saying I'm gonna change the world but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world!!!” ~Tupac Shakur Shoutouts: • I want to shoutout my best friend Laeshea for being there for me all thorough school • I want to thank my mom for helping me with everything and being there for me and also being the best mom • I want to thank the janitors for keeping the bathrooms and classrooms clean

74

Cavalera Redlinger Describe 8th grade in 3 words: It was lit Song of the year: “I'm something else” What's your best memory from middle school?

Food.

What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

Go to UNC. Graduation Quote: “I am who you say I am.”

Shoutouts: • To all my Dawgs Toni Travis Ty Airron Aaron and RayJ, first for making everyday less boring second for having my back even knowing how awkward I am and lastly being my friends • This is to my older brother Brad first for making sure I'm alright second checking on me and telling me what to do lastly calming me down when I'm mad sad or very out of it • Thank you 8th grade prep staff (and Mrs. Jones) for first of all teaching me this year secondly putting up with my serious awkwardness :3 lastly for being the best teachers I've ever had

75

Annalyse Richardson Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, challenging, changing What's your best memory from middle school?

The pep rally What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To pass Graduation Quote: There is no script.

76

Brennen Richardson Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Doing too much Song of the year: “Girl of my Dreams” by Rod Wave

77

Frederic Richardson Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, interesting, easy Favorite school lunch: Salads

Song of the year: “Bring ‘Em Out” by NBA Youngboy What's your best memory from middle school?

Pie day What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Going to college Graduation Quote: It was a tough year but we made it.

Shoutout: Thank you mom for helping me when I needed help and for loving me and for being one of the greatest things in my life.

78

Allison Rives Describe 8th grade in 3 words: It was an exciting year because it is my last year in middle school it was also a challenging year and I’m sad that it had to end this early Song of the year: “Press” by Cardi B What's your best memory from middle school?

Being with my friends and making memories and being funny and crazy and the pep rallies What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To continue working hard and keep learning new things and to make the volleyball team and also cheer and softball team Graduation Quote: Have the courage to be all I can be

79

Amiya Roberts Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, momentary, memorable Song of the year: Savage Remix – Megan Thee Stallion and Beyonce What's your best memory from middle school?

My favorite memory is when we went on that field trip in 7th grade and when we took the EOG in Mrs. Jones class.

What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To finish at the top of my class Graduation Quote: All our dreams can come true If we have the courage to pursue them .

Shoutouts: •

I want to say thank you to my wonderful friend and I appreciate your love, kindness and your support and your generosity and I want to say thanks for being there for me when I really needed you .

•

Dear parents, I love you both a lot and I appreciate your effort and love in bringing me up to be a better individual I am very lucky to have you both as my parents and I thank god for giving me you thanks for being good parents .

80

Hussam Shaaban Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Unpredictable, funny, annoying Favorite school lunch: Pizza

Song of the year: “Pressure” by Charles What's your best memory from middle school?

Having cool gym teachers What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Help my family Graduation Quote: “You can do everything right and things still go wrong. The key is to never stop doing right.”

Shoutout: I would like to thank Ms. K for helping me understand the work and also being a fun teacher

81

Trayvese Silver Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Tough , understandable, organize Favorite school lunch: Mac and cheese Song of the year: “Heating Up” by Lil Baby What's your best memory from middle school?

Before we let out for Christmas break because we received gifts and stuff like that What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

To be successful and get a high GPA Graduation Quote: “Success always come first , don’t let nobody tell you otherwise” by Lil Baby Shoutouts: • I would like to give a shoutout to my mom, because without her I wouldn’t be caring about school as much as I do • Ms K , because I used to hate reading until you start teaching me the stuff I didn’t know and push me to become a better person

82

A’Moni Smith Describe 8th grade in 3 words: AMAZING SCHOOL YEAR! Favorite school lunch: Salad What's your best memory from middle school?

When I did my talent show in 6th grade What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

In 9th and 10th , try to make STRAIGHT As Graduation Quote: “I believe I can fly, I believe I can touch the sky.“ Shoutouts:

•

I want to thank my mom for ALWAYS being there through my ups and downs , and for always pushing me to do better !

•

First , off I will like to thank all of my teacher for helping me throughout this school year , and keeping me on track when I was falling down. But most important to me I want to shout out Ms. K for being the teacher who always helped me when I needed help and not catching a attitude with me when I needed EXTRA help . I will like to shout out Mrs. Hart , for being there when I get in trouble and always telling me I can do better , and pushing me to do better . I will like to shout out Mr. Chappell for being there with me when I needed help on my work , and for always telling me I can do better!

83

Genesis Staton Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, hard, boring Song of the year: “Jump” by DaBaby What's your best memory from middle school?

7th grade year was very fun What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

Getting a high GPA and work real hard and focus Graduation Quote: Just be yourself and don’t let anyone bring you down Shoutouts: • I want to thank my best friend Jaurnay because she have been by my side when i was feeling stress and she was the only one I could talk to about things • I’m very grateful for my mom for helping me push through things I thought I would never succeed and she boost my selfesteem and and to always be confident • I appreciate coach al because he helps me be confident into trying new things that I never did before

84

Janeya Taylor Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Interesting, tiring, boring Favorite school lunch: Caesar salad with cheese Song of the year: Truth be told: Toosii What's your best memory from middle school?

My best friend and I playing basketball in gym.

What's one big goal you have-high school or beyond?

To focus on myself and my future.

Graduation Quote: “Giving up doesn't always mean you're weak. Sometimes you're just strong enough to let go.”

Shoutout: First of all I gotta start off with Kierstin cause she been down for me since 5th grade. She helps me through school and life so I just want to say thank you very much for being by my side no matter what and I love you so much. Next one goes to my bro Tay cause he ain’t switch up on me and we just met this year and I want to thank him for not switching up on me. Last but not lease my favorite twin Tyshan for being the best twin.

85

Aiyann Tobias Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, stressful, funny Song of the year: “Toosie Slide” by Drake

What's your best memory from middle school?

All the laughs we had in the school year What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To get a college offer from a school Graduation Quote: Never settle for less. Settle for more Shoutouts: • Ronnie, Jai’Deon • My grandma • Ms. Cooper

86

Samanta Vazquez-Hernandez Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, anti-social, focused Favorite school lunch: Mac & cheese Song of the year: “Lovely” by Billie Eilish What's your best memory from middle school?

Lunch with my friends What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Doing what I was doing in 8th grade, keeping my grades up and being focused , but being happy about it.

Graduation Quote: This school wasn’t for me.

87

Dasiah Vick Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, hard-working, optimist Favorite school lunch: Pizza Song of the year: “Savage” by Megan Thee Stallion

What's your best memory from middle school?

The lock down in 7th grade What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To make a 4 or 5 on my EOC Graduation Quote: Black&educated&pretty!

Shoutouts: • I want to thank everyone that helped me do something or stopped me from doing something I know I was going to regret.

• I want to shout out my ma for not giving up on me over anything I have done so far.

• I want to give a big thanks to Mr. Murphy because if I had a problem I knew I could go to him and he would be my biggest support with whatever I needed • I want to give a shout out to Ms. K, she really is the best she would go an extra mile for her students i love her so much for that she really wants us to grow up and be something and I can tell she loves what she does and she comes to school with a smile on her

88

Jayvion Vick Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Long fun memorable Song of the year: “I’m Sorry” by Lil Uzi Vert What's your best memory from middle school?

Gym What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Be successful Graduation Quote: “When you’re good you tell everyone, when you’re great they tell you.”

89

Shadayah Vick Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Surprising, excited, stressful Favorite school lunch: Any salad except the Friday one Song of the year: Brent Faiyaz – “Clouded” What's your best memory from middle school?

Meeting my new best friend, and being introduced into circle time What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To never fail, always make As, and stay true to myself Graduation Quote: Life is like a sandwich. Either way you flip it, your bread always comes first Shoutouts: • I would like to do a shout out to my twin sister, Dasiah Vick, because without her a lot of stuff would not happen, my work and me getting pushed.

• My thank you shout out goes out my mom and dad and grandma because without them i would not be able to do anything. And even with the stress I've had during this school year they really pushed me.

• My thank you shout out goes to Ms. K because I really loved how I just connected with her on the first day and our bond and her teaching has just been great from then on out.

90

K’Nadia Whitaker Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Good, awesome, amazing Favorite school lunch: Salad

Song of the year: “The Box” by Roddy Ricch What's your best memory from middle school?

Friends and teachers What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Good marks Graduation Quote: Graduation is not the end; it's the beginning.

Shoutout: Thanks to my mom because if it was not for her I would not be here.

91

Mekhi Whitakers Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, boring Song of the year: “Fun by Time� by NBA Youngboy What's your best memory from middle school?

The day before Christmas break What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Graduation Shoutout: I appreciate you for being there

92

Brianna Whitehead Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Great, fun, silly Favorite school lunch: Strawberries

Song of the year: “Hey brother” by Avicii What's your best memory from middle school?

When we had the pie day What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Be a child therapist Graduation Quote: "The only tired I was, Tired of giving in "- Rosa Parks Shoutout: Thank you K’Nadia Whitaker for being a best friend

93

Charles Whitehead Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Weird, enlightening, gone Favorite school lunch: Didn’t like school lunch but pizza Song of the year: “Lonely Child” by NBA Youngboy What's your best memory from middle school?

It’s gotta be the first day of 8th grade, just knowing that this is the last year of middle school for me it just had to be this year it ended too fast What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Just to make enough money to give my ma and da the life they deserve they've supported me all they life and it’s my turn Graduation Quote: “ Before you get one win you gotta take a thousand losses”~ Rod Wave~ I remember Shoutout: It would be impossible for me to shoutout only one of my parents. I want to thank my mom and dad because they were there for me to support me through the entire middle school journey. If it wasn’t for them, I wouldn’t be here shouting them out telling them that they are the best parents I could have ever wanted.

They are always there to help me, talk to me when I need to be talked to, discipline me when I need to be disciplined, brighten the day up if it was dark before, and tell me that they will always be there for me when nobody else is. I love them more than they could ever imagine.

94

Jai’Deon Williams Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, challenging, encouraging Favorite school lunch: Pepperoni pizza Song of the year: “Walking Artist” by TLE Cinco What's your best memory from middle school?

Making jokes and playing basketball.

What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Pass all my grades go to college create games or become a pro gamer.

Graduation Quote: “Celebration time come on”

95

Quoniya Williams Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, sometimes boring, difficult Song of the year: Chef salad What's your best memory from middle school?

Megan Thee Stallion What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To be successful and to succeed in life Graduation Quote: “She Believed She Could, So She Did.” Shoutout: Thanks to Shadayah Vick for being such a great friend she’s a helpful person thanks

96

Tiliyah Williams Describe 8th grade in 3 words: It was fun Song of the year “High Fashion” by Roddy Ricch What's your best memory from middle school?

Having the best teachers What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Being successful

97

Kyshan Wilson Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Cool, boring, fun Favorite school lunch: Chicken nuggets Song of the year: Zoey Dollaz-Highway Full of Pain What's your best memory from middle school?

Fun Friday in art What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

Just keep doing what I've been doing Graduation Quote: Um goodbye

98

Tyshan Wilson Describe 8th grade in 3 words: It was okay Favorite school lunch: Pizza Song of the year: “Two Face� by YNW Melly What's your best memory from middle school?

When Hussam and Charles threw cookies at each other What's one big goal you have--high school or beyond?

To keep my grades up and go to college Graduation Quote: Stay good in school

99

Deangela Wright Describe 8th grade in 3 words: Fun, good, long Shoutouts: • I thank my friends for still talking to me and making me happy • I thank my parent for being there for me and helping me • I thank Ms. Cooper and Ms. Campos for everything

100

Rocky Mount Prep

Student Life

101

102

103

104

105

Rocky Mount Prep

Athletics

106

107

108

109

May Ball Playlist As voted by the Class of 2024 1. “The Box” by Roddy Rich 2. “Savage” by Megan Thee Stallion 3. “Jump” by DaBaby 4. “High Fashion” by Roddy Ricch 5. “Girl of My Dreams” by Rod Wave 6. “Mop” by Tisakorean 7. “Family is Family” by Kasey Musgraves 8. “Bring ‘Em Out” by NBA Youngboy 9. “Pressure” by Charles Whitehead 10. “Ballin” by Mustard 11. “Bop” by DaBaby 12. “Bad Guy” by Billie Eilish 13. “Life is Good” by Future ft. Drake 14. “Good as H***” by Lizzo 15. “Act Up” by City Girls 16. “Toosie Slide” by Drake 17. “Woah” by Lil Baby 18. “Goosebumps” by Travis Scott 19. “Memories” by Maroon 5 20.“Congratulations” by Post Malone

110

Rocky Mount Prep Graduation Superlatives Most likely to fall asleep in class: Nick Bellamy Most likely to sneak food into class: Destiny Mann Most likely to get their phone taken: Ta’Myla Cutler-Jackson Most likely to put a smile on your face: Shadayah Vick Most likely to help someone out: Kierstin Jones Most likely to forget their pencil: Charles Whitehead Most likely to make millions: Dasiah Vick Most likely to become a teacher: Octavia Parks Best shoulder to cry on: Laeshea Jones Most likely to become Insta famous: Jayla James

111

Rocky Mount Prep What should people know by the time they graduate 8th grade?

• You just have to know to get one friend and promise to never let them go because that person will be your friend forever –Mackenzy Lee • RESPECT, respect your peers and others around you because you never know who`s watching and who`s paying attention. –Shadayah Vick • Everything doesn’t need a response – Jayla James • Worry about yourself only, you’re not like everybody else, you’re different –Ta’Myla Cutler-Jackson • Find time to do your work and to have time to get closer to your friends – Zyon McNeal • Hard work, respect, and integrity can get you far in life. –Octavia Parks • Your effort never goes unnoticed, so always work hard because you never know who they are or what they would do for you later on down the road. – Kierstin Jones • We all need to make something out of life—like my parents tell me, they raised a somebody, not a nobody. –Reyettea Middleton • You get results when you put in hard work because the work is not going to do itself –Emmanuel Perkins • Keep pushing, better days are coming. –Jordan Hines • Handle situations with maturity –Hailey Proctor • Things that you want done takes time to do. You need to have patience and always believe that you will get to where you want to be. –Antonio Patton • You never know what people are going through –Aikaela Porter • You should always focus on what's ahead of you and not what's behind you. –Rodney Johnson • Teamwork makes the dream work –Nick Bellamy • Good things don’t come easy –Tarell Fleming

112