Mrs. Wilhelmsen Steps Down As Dean
Mrs. Wilhelmsen, geometry teacher and beloved dean of the Class of 2025, will not be returning as freshman dean next year. The position will instead be held by English teacher Mrs. DePietro. She has loved being dean and guiding students through four years of high school, but is looking forward to spending more time with her children and enjoying their own senior year.
Mrs. Wilhelmsen is a veteran Class Dean, with her first class in 2003. “I’ve learned so much in terms of realizing it takes four years for students to learn to trust you. As they learn to trust you more and more, the dean position changes,” she said. Mrs. Wilhelmsen has learned a lot and become a better teacher through the process of being dean, and is grateful for all the experience she has gotten along the way. “I’ve become a better listener and have been letting students lead the process more,” she said.
Some of her favorite memories from being a class dean are seeing her students grow over four years, both academically and personally. “Seniors come in for one reason or another, and they wind up sticking around, and we can take a trip down memory lane,” she said. “It’s really fun to think about how much they’ve changed.”
“My favorite thing about Mrs. Wilhelmson is her thoughtfulness. She’s always there with a smile, a card, or a text when you need something,” said Senior Megan Keller. Mrs. Wilhelmson’s contagious optimism and positivity were other memorable aspects of Mrs. Wilhelmson that many seniors commented on. Amelia Rucker also agreed with this idea when she added, “Mrs. Wilhelmson is like my school mom. If I ever need to go talk or I am having a rough day, I know I can always text her to talk and get some motivation, and she’ll help cheer me up.” Many described that just being around her could bring up one’s mood, and she could instill confidence that students didn’t even know they had in them.
“I remember I was on the retreat my freshman year, and even though I had some friends from middle school that I knew, I was still with a bunch of new people I didn’t know, and Mrs. Wilhelmson made this daunting task of meeting new people less scary. She wanted to make sure everyone was having a good time, even when getting out of our comfort zone was a little difficult,” said Benjamin Ganz.
As Mrs. DePietro takes over, Mrs. Wilhelmsen knows she will do an excellent job as the next class dean. When asked what advice she would give to other deans, she says to give yourself time with the class. “It takes a long time to put together all the pieces of the grade and the dean job is four years for a reason.”
Mrs. Wilhelmson has been a dean at Pace Academy for 20 years, which means she has worked with five different classes, creating a unique special connection with each class. Having a dean as a stepping stone
into high school makes sure that every student always has someone in their corner if they ever need anything, and Mrs. Wilhelmson makes sure she can be that person for every student. Each individual student has different needs, and Mrs. Wilhelmson understands that and adapts to create an environment that is comfortable for every student. It is characteristics like these that make Mrs. Wilhelmson such an incredible dean. She has made a lasting impact on not only her students but the Pace community
as a whole.
“Mrs. Wilhelmson is always giving us the tools we need to help us succeed in our classes. She’s always there when I need a little advice or some extra help,” said Senior Gavin Sender. Gavin also added that students always felt welcome in Mrs. Wilhemson’s office because of her friendly personality, and he will be sad to say goodbye when he graduates this spring. Although the Pace community is sad to see Mrs. Wilhelmson step down as a dean, her
students will never forget the memories they made with her as she ushered them through their upper school careers. Mrs. Wilhelmson will always be a staple to the Pace community as she continues to guide new students into the high school, even with her freshman year geometry classes. With lots of love, this year, Mrs. Wilhelmson will officially step down from her dean position and hand the reins over to Mrs. DePietro.
5 Mintues with New Dean Mrs. DePietro
As the current eighth graders get ready to make the big transition into high school, the newspaper got the opportunity to interview Mrs. DePietro, who will be stepping into her new role as the Ninth Grade Dean next year. The current English
teacher shared what she’s most excited about, her goals for supporting the freshmen class and some great advice for making the most of high school from day one.
Campbell: Hi Mrs. DePietro, thank you so much for meeting with us today. To start, I just wanted to ask what makes you most excited about being a Dean next year?
Mrs. DePietro: I’m most excited about getting to know a new group of kids as people beyond the classroom. I really love how in English I get to talk to students about their friends and lives and see who they are, beyond just quizzes, tests and essays.
Campbell: I love that! Is there anything that inspired you to want the position?
Mrs. DePietro: Yes, I feel like kids trust me a lot, beyond just as their teacher, so it felt like if I can already build those relationships pretty well, and it would help out the school, it would be a good idea for me.
Campbell: We loved having you in newspaper, so I think you
will be an awesome fit for dean! Also, how do you think you will best help the freshmen as they transition into high school?
Mrs. DePietro: I tend to hold the line that matters. I hold the boundaries that matter while I can still compromise where necessary. So I think I can help them learn how to rise to the occasion of our really rigorous Upper School atmosphere, while also being the support that they need. I think that is a line I walk very well, and that helps them feel comfortable while also pushing kids to adapt to the Upper School.
Campbell: And do you have any advice for the incoming freshmen class?
Mrs. DePietro: Use the teachers. We are here to be a resource for you guys, and I feel like especially freshman don’t realize that until the end of the year. My hope is that they will be advocates for themselves and reach out to build those relationships with teachers, because we are here to help you learn.
Campbell: I think that’s something a lot of freshmen ex-
perience, so that is great advice. Is there anything that you think freshmen should be looking forward to?
Mrs. DePietro: We have so many of these fun, really special traditions, like GAP day, freshmen retreats and Spirit Week so all of that is really awesome. But more importantly, I hope that they build relationships in this community. We have such a strong community with students and teachers, so I’m hopeful that they’re able to build on that and make those relationships strong.
Campbell: And finally, what is one thing you want every rising ninth-grader to know about you?
Mrs. DePietro: I want them to know that I am here to help. My whole role as a dean is to be their advocate, to be their support system. So, my hope is that they are not intimidated to come and ask if they ever need anything because that’s what we’re here for.
Campbell: Perfect, thank you so much for meeting with metoday. I know the freshmen will be getting an amazing Dean!
Mrs. Whilhemson, a beloved dean, steps down.
Mrs. DePietro becomes the new ninth grade dean.
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Photo: GemShots
Uncovering the 2025 JFK File Release
As of March 18, 2025, more than six decades after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the U.S. government has released over 64,000 pages of previously classified documents. The release of the files, mandated by Executive Order 14176 and signed by President Donald Trump in January, are a part of the broader JFK Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992. This required that all assassination-related materials be made public by 2017 unless doing so posed “identifiable harm.” However, multiple administrations delayed full release, citing
national security concerns. With this year’s document dump, researchers now have access to the most comprehensive collection of JFK assassination-related files ever made available.
One of the most significant revelations in the 2025 release is that Lee Harvey Oswald, Kennedy’s alleged assassin, was under surveillance by the CIA far earlier than previously acknowledged. The files show that the agency maintained an intelligence file on Oswald starting in 1959, when he defected to the Soviet Union, and had continued monitoring him up through 1963. In particular, there are several documents detailing Oswald’s time in Mexico City, where he reportedly visited both the Cuban and Soviet embassies. These trips, previously shrouded in mystery, now appear to have
been closely tracked by the CIA.
The files also reveal new insights into the internal operations and dysfunctions of U.S. intelligence agencies at the time.
A testimony from former CIA counterintelligence chief James Angleton describes a breakdown in communication between the CIA, FBI and Secret Service. Interestingly, one internal memo states that Oswald’s re-entry into the United States from the Soviet Union in 1962 was not properly flagged as a security concern, despite his pro-communist leanings. Other documents show the CIA failed to alert the FBI or Secret Service about Oswald’s interactions with pro-Castro groups and possible threats to the President.
Another major aspect of the release is the examination of communication between U.S.
agencies and foreign intelligence services. In the newly declassfiied docunents, communications between the CIA and British MI6, Israeli Mossad and Soviet KGB, confirm that Oswald’s name had surfaced in international intelligence circles before the assassination. However, these foreign agencies were left out of U.S. contingency planning and threat assessment regarding Kennedy’s Dallas visit.
Public reaction to the release has been convaluted. While many historians have praised the transparency, they also acknowledging that key questions remain unanswered. While the files clarify that the CIA was watching Oswald, there is also a gap in explaining how there was such institutional failure in protecting the country from him. While this release represents a land-
mark moment in U.S. historical transparency, some files remain partially redacted or withheld due to ongoing national security concerns fueling continued suspicion among researchers and the general public.
The new release is unlikely to end debate over what really happened in Dealey Plaza on November 22, 1963. However, it provides a more complete picture of the climate, failed infrastructure and missed warning signs that surrounded one of America’s darkest days. As scholars and independent investigators begin sifting through the massive trove of information, new theories are likely to emerge, ensuring that the search for the full truth behind the JFK assassination continues into the future.
Learning From a North Korean Defector
The two Isdell Center for Global Leadership trips that traveled to South Korea over Spring Break had the once in a lifetime opportunity to meet with a woman who escaped North Korea and hear her story.
Ilhwa Choe went in depth on North Korean life for the Pace students, as hearing from a North Korean themself is the only way to get the real story..
Choe described her childhood living in northern North Korea as hard but full of family support. Their family was rather poor and had to work hard to make ends meet and have food on the table every day. Her dad was forced to move away from the family to make more money to send home. Choe said that a family’s daily life was very similar to life outside of North Korea. She went to school with her younger sister every day and hung out with her friends just like a normal young girl. One key difference in everyday life is that after school, all the students would go to work. Since North Korean citizens are often poor, the children have to work so that the family makes enough money
and has enough food. Children work on farms for low wages where she is from. Choe said the food was minimal and consisted mainly of vegetables and rice for all of their meals.
When asked about what the classrooms were like, Choe responded by telling the students that they have propaganda posters that frame the United States as evil and an enemy. This was shocking to the Pace students, and it was captivating to hear about how the propaganda works. Citizens often smuggled movies, books and video games across the borders to gain knowledge and access to the outside world. Choe went on to say that as North Koreans smuggled in video games and movies, the younger generations stopped believing the propaganda and learned that their life was not as good as they thought. Choe said she remembers watching Korean dramas and reading unauthorized books secretly with her friends. She said they were always nervous that they were going to get arrested for having foreign media and that smuggling felt like an act of rebellion for them. She described it as eye-opening and part of the reason she wanted to escape and be free to do as she pleased. However, in recent years, smuggling has become harder
and harder for the citizens, and without access to the outside world, they will not learn of how brutal the environment they are living in is.
Ilhwa Choe was only 14 years old when she fled South Korea to achieve a better life. She convinced her mom to let her go alone, as her mom needed to take care of her younger sister. She went through China as it is impossible to escape to South Korea directly and she lived in the northernmost part of North Korea. To escape, you must gain contact with a chain of people throughout the route and trust that they have your best interest in mind. Talking to the wrong person would be a life-or-death situation. Choe stayed with strangers in China until she was 16. She worked all day and through some nights to earn money to pay for her family’s escape and to avoid being caught. If a defector is caught in China, they will be immediately deported back to North Korea. She said to escape, you have to take every means of transportation possible. She also said that she can not remember much of the journey because it was so traumatic for her so her brain blocked most of it out. Choe went through China and into Southeast Asia. Once you make it to Vietnam, Laos or Thailand,
they will deport you to South Korea to be safe. Choe finally made it to South Korea when she was 16, but her work did not end there. In the end, Choe was able to rescue her entire family. Her mom, dad, younger sister and grandmother all made it to South Korea on the same journey as Choe. This story is a very rare and lucky one. Many defectors get caught and are sent back to North Korea and are never heard from again, such as Choe’s other relatives, who they have not heard from since they failed to help them escape.
Choe now works for Liberty In North Korea. This organization has helped rescue 1383
North Korean refugees from the country. Liberty in North Korea fights for helping North Korean defectors escape and then settle comfortably in South Korea. North Koreans face discrimination in South Korea as they are judged for having lived in North Korea, even though no one can help where they are born. Choe said to Pace students, “I never wanted to leave my home in North Korea, I wanted freedom in my home.” Liberty in North Korea now fights for this cause and works to help North Koreans get access to outside information and help change the narrative around North Korean people.
Trump Completes 1oo Days in Office
After being inaugurated in January, president Donald Trump has had a tumultuous first few months in office. There have been a multitude of executive orders over the past few months, which do not appear to be slowing down, including those which have resulted in huge economic movements,
shifting alliances, federal funding cuts and intensified immigration policies. Additionally, the first apparent scandal of the new administration has emerged, with the recent discourse over the Signal chats that were leaked. According to USA Today, due to the large economic downturn in the early months of the Trump administration, their approval rating has dropped by over 59 percent. Economically, primarily due to the introduction of severe tariffs on nearly every foreign nation, with the exemp -
tion of Russia. However, these tariffs were quickly placed on a 90 day pause, only days after being enacted. During the days that the tariffs were in effect, the result on the economy was increasingly negative, with stocks losing value eminently quickly. Despite the quick rescinding of these tariffs, economists still predict that the Trump Administration’s economic policies are likely to lead to recession according to USA Today. As stated by JP Morgan, the current chance of recession has
increased to approximately 40 percent. This, among continually rising prices of everyday items has led to growing dissatisfaction with the Trump administration in the past few months. Additionally, many have been dissatisfied with the apparent method of calculation for the tariffs, which the Trump Administration claimed were only reciprocal. The method appears to have taken no consideration for the actual tariffs a nation was placing, or was not placing on American goods, instead
calculated based on relative American imports and exports to and from the nation, regardless of what the goods were. This has created intense backlash over the poor calculation of supposedly reciprocal tariffs. Furthermore, US foreign affairs under the new administration appear to be shifting massively, not only due to backlash from tariffs. During their first few months in office, the Trump administration has
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Sophomores stand with Choe in front of the South Korea Skyline.
Introducing New Music and Movies of Summer 2025
Summer 2025 is approaching! New albums and upcoming tours will add to your summer playlists. The must-see shows coming to Atlanta include a range of genres and venues. Atlanta will offer a wide range of music entertainment this summer, from pop to country in the form of worldwide stadium tours and amphitheater shows. Along with the exciting new music, there are also many new movies set to release this summer. From horror, to comedy, there’s a movie for everyone this summer. Check out the Knightly News’ deep dive into each of these new albums and movies at online page for The Knightly News.
The Best Books To Read This Summer
As summer arrives it is important to keep yourself entertained and occupied. To pass time many students turn to spending time with friends, shopping, swimming, walking, etc. So during those days when you don’t have any plans, or during those hours you spend laying outside trying to get a nice tan, you should read a book. Try out simply enjoying the story written on the pages. So as summer approaches, here is a list of beach reads to enjoy.
The Perfect Couple, by Elin Hilderbrand is a great beach read. The novel takes place in Nantucket, Massachusetts, where the Otis-Winbury wedding will be held. The wedding is expected to be extremely lavish, there is only one problem; a body discovered in the harbor just before the wedding is supposed to take place. Chief of Police Ed Kapenash suspects everyone, including the wedding party. In addition to reading the novel, Netflix also produced a mini series on this novel starring Nicole Kidman.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, by Taylor Jenkins Reid, tells the tale of a fictional movie star, and each of her seven marriages. Nearing the end of her life Hugo spills all the details of her rise to fame to unknown reporter Monique Grant. The details of Evelyn’s life become more complicated and Grant questions if this is the right job for her. “I loved this book so much. I found Evelyn’s life so entertaining and endearing,” said sophomore Eloise McDonald.
Written by Alison Espach, The Wedding People takes place in Newport, Rhode Island at the
luxurious Cornwall Inn. Phoebe Stone arrives with the intention of spending her last 24 hours by the beach. Instead, she is mistaken by guests as one of the wedding attendees. When the bride discovers Phoebe’s plans she tries to stop her suicide. The bride, Lila’s efforts are not simply to help Phoebe, but to save her wedding.
Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson follows three women of the wealthy New York Stockton family. Sasha, a graphic designer from a middle class family who married into the family, the older sister Darley who struggles with her decision to quit working and the younger sister Geogrine who deals with the moral struggles of an affair. As each grapples with changes in their lives the three begin to rely on each other. The novel also follows each of their struggles to fit in society and within their own family.
Bad Summer People written by Emma Rosenblum illustrates the tale of Jen Weinstein and Lauren Parker. Every summer
the two women rule the town of Salcombe on Fire Island. Each summer goes the same, tennis, swimming, shopping and gossiping. Things begin to change when Racheal Woolf comes along looking for a new partner. The summer starts as usual and everything goes to plan until a dead body is discovered on the town’s boardwalk. Along with the mysteries of the murder rumors swirl around the town as Jen and Lauren try to keep their front up.
Another great beach read by Taylor Jenkins Reid is Malibu Rising. This novel takes place in Malibu and the plot revolves around the famous Riva family. As the night progresses the party dives into further chaos, by morning the house is up in flames. Simultaneously, the novel follows the love story of the parents and the ultimate undoing of their marriage. In the end the family has to choose what part of their past to keep and what part to leave behind, including secrets.
Make Summer Count
There’s one big secret to continuing one’s personal growth journey throughout the summer. It is momentum! If you stop working towards your goals, it is hard to get going again. That’s why it is important to stay busy and keep moving forward. Doing nothing for days or weeks can kill your motivation. But when you keep up your progress, even just a little bit, everything feels easier. Take going to the gym, for example. The first time is scary, you might feel awkward or unsure. But once you get through that first workout, there’s this awesome sense of pride. The hard part isn’t always starting; it’s going back the next day. You might be sore or tempted to skip, and that’s when most people fall off. But if you keep going, even when it’s tough, it starts to feel normal. It becomes part of your routine. A lot of people think it takes insane willpower to stick with healthy habits, but that’s not true. When something becomes part of your lifestyle, it doesn’t feel like a struggle anymore. Of course, it’s tough at the beginning. But once you start seeing progress, it actually gets fun.
That progress motivates you to keep going. The real challenge is when people give up too early. They stop right before it gets easier. Instead of pushing through a little longer, they slide back into old habits. And once that happens, starting over feels like climbing a mountain all over again. Watch out for overloading your brain with too much stimulation, like constantly scrolling through social media or playing video games for hours. When you do that all the time, normal things like reading or studying start to feel boring. But it’s not because reading is boring, it’s because your brain got used to entertainment and content. If you want to enjoy doing things that help you grow, you’ve got to reset your mind. Stop frying your brain with constant dopamine from phones and other addictions. You’ll find that books and learning can actually be fun, if you’re not comparing them to TikToks or video games. The key is to make self-improvement something you actually enjoy. You can’t fake it for long. If it always feels like a chore, you’ll eventually quit. So be real with yourself. If reading or working out isn’t fun yet, don’t just force it. Figure out how to make it fun. Pick books that actually interest you. Find a way to move your body that doesn’t feel like a punishment. When you start liking these things, you won’t even want to go back to scrolling or bingewatching all the time. Do things because you want to, not because someone is forcing you to. This summer, don’t let your progress stop. Build momentum. Be honest with yourself. Take control of your habits. And most of all, do the actions to get towards that important goal.
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Enjoy reading this summer with these exciting books.
Junior Ethan Holmes does push ups while junior Tyler Swartz reads.
Jurassic World: Rebirth, is set to come out July 2nd.
Beyoncé’s COWBOY CARTER TOUR will visit Atlanta this June.
Katy Perry will come to Atlanta in August in the State Farm Arena.
M3gan 2.0: This sequel to M3gan, comes out June 27.
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Pace Athletes Take Their Talents to the NCAA
Pace Academy’s class of 2025 has 12 student-athletes who have committed themselves to pursuing academic and athletic excellence in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). This year’s list of athletes ranges across many different sports; however, all of these athletes have competed as Knights for the Pace athletic teams and have left a lasting legacy.
Cross Country and Track
runner Zahara Bernal will continue her academic and athletic journey at Columbia University of Columbia. Zahara chose Columbia because of its “academic challenges as well as [them] having a good running team.” She also mentioned that her relationship with the Coaches at Columbia was a driving factor in her commitment. Zahara is excited to see the new competition and mentioned that “college running is a whole different level and [she is] excited to see how [she does] in that environment.”
Eric Chatfield will continue his journey playing basketball as a Yellow Jacket next year at Georgia Tech. Eric has played basketball for the past four years for the Knights and helped the team win a state championship during his sophomore year. “I like Tech because it’s close to home, great opportunities outside of basketball, great academic and Basketball school,” said Chatfield. “I’m excited about being somewhere new but in the same city I’m from, being able to play on TV, and overall experience being on my own.”
Becoming a member of the William and Mary Tribe, Miles Glover will pursue his academic and athletic careers. “It [is] a very high academic school, and it has really good football coaching. I also felt so at home there, the community was so welcoming to me and made me part of the family as soon as I came onto campus,” said Glover. “I’m excited to experience college life, as well as the business and engineering programs. I am also excited to learn the game further in college, and to meet new people and friends.” Miles joined the Pace football team in his Junior year and has worked relentlessly to be the best athlete he can be.
Alexa Ibarra is excited to become a Paladin next year at Furman University and continue playing soccer at the collegiate level. “Furman [is] a perfect blend of athletics and academics and the school prioritizes family values, which is seen in every aspect of the school,” said Ibarra. Alexa has been playing soccer since she was four years old and has been a member of the women’s soccer team at Pace for four years.
After taking a post-graduate year at Deerfield Academy, Gavin Jefferies plans to play
football in college. “I am excited to be on my own and I like the feel of the school,” said Jefferies. He has played football for the past four years at Pace and hopes to improve his game before college.
Still deciding between Gardner Webb, High Point and Wake Forest, Zachary Logan plans to continue his soccer career in college. “I am most excited about being able to compete at the division one level and be on TV,” said Logan. He is also excited about competing at the top level, with all of his decisions being top 25 ranked teams. Zach has been playing soccer for 15 years and came to Pace in his sophomore year where he began playing for the Knights.
Senior baseball player, Miles Mador, is heading to Indiana University where he will continue his pursuit of athletic and academic success. Miles has been playing baseball since he was three years old, and has been a benefactor of the Knight’s success on the diamond throughout his high school career. “I wanted to play in the biggest baseball environment I could play in, for coaches that have a reputation of developing players well and I’m excited about playing in front of a big crowd, especially against rivalry teams like Purdue,” said Mador.
Playing soccer for the past eight years, Terry Noh will continue his athletic and academic journeys at Emory University. I am most excited about meeting new people and getting to play collegiate soccer,” Noh said. His decision to go to Emory was influenced by their mix of a great soccer team and great academics. Terry has been a part of the Knights soccer team throughout high school, and during his freshman year, he helped the team win a state championship.
Olivia Resnick is excited to head up to the University of Chicago, where she will run cross country and track for the Maroons. “I am excited about meeting the team, competing
in college and getting to go to a great school,” Resnick said. Olivia has participated in both cross country and track teams throughout high school and has been a part of many state championship runs. She has been running since she was in 6th grade, and chose the University of Chicago because of its strong balance between high-level academics and athletics.
Heading to Denison next year to swim, Reid Richardson is excited to compete for the Big Red and receive a high-level education. He has recently started to swim competitively, but has been swimming for the majority of his life. Reid is most excited about being a part of a new team at the collegiate level. “I wanted to go to a school I would love even if I did not play the sport,” said Richardson. “When I toured Denison, it felt like home.” During his time at Pace, Reid swam for the Knights and was a part of the state championship relay team in 2023.
Excited to play tennis for the Generals, Harrison Silver, will continue his athletic and academic career at Washington and Lee University. Harrison has played line one singles for the Knights throughout his time at Pace and is excited to play at the next level. He is also excited for the balance between academics, social life and athletics. “I’m most excited for matches against teams like Emory and Sewanee,” said Silver. Harrison has been playing in tournaments for the past seven years, which has prepared him for the next level.
Cooper Williams is excited to compete at the collegiate level, taking his football talents to Wofford University. “I think [Wofford] offers exactly what I want academically and athletically,” said Williams. He is excited to engage in both competitive athletics and high academics as a Terrier next year. Cooper has been a member of the Pace football team since his freshman year, and has played football for the past 13 years.
Pace has had the opportunity to develop these athletes in their sports, as students, and as people throughout their time at Pace. These 12 athletes have worked relentlessly to accomplish their
goals and seek attention from NCAA schools. Congratulations to all of these college-bound athletes on their accomplishments and good luck to all of them as they go on to the next level.
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Class of 2025: Where Will They Go?
KEY:
The numbers within each state indicate the number of seniors planning to move to the corresponding state this fall.
NOTE:
College choices for the senior class have been updated as of May 1. This list is not final as students may move off the waitlist and ultimately choose to attend a different school.
Alabama:
Auburn University
Thomas Costanzo
Peter Davis
Meghan Keller
Lena Levings
Max Marvin
Will Moss
Weston Pierce
Ava Schwartz
Drew Thompson
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Mary Oyefuga
University of South Alabama
Caden Austin
California:
Pepperdine University
Addison Brooks
Stanford University
Stephen Yang
University of California, Santa Barbara
Sofi Vazquez
University of California, Berkeley
Elowyn Allen
Colorado:
Colorado University, Boulder
Kelly Chadwick
Connecticut: Yale University
Enrique Alvarez
Florida:
University of Miami
Olivia Diaz
Madison Williams
University of Tampa
Drew Martin
Georgia:
Emory University
Aliyah Aftin
Sabrina Agharkar
Langston Baptiste, Nailah Beacham
Hannah Klein
Terry Noh
Georgia Institute of Technology
Eric Chatfield
Jackson Gant
Tate O’Leary
Drew Park
Gavin Sender
Peter Webb
Kennesaw State University
Marco Juarez
Morehouse College
Tyson Dawson
University of Georgia
Jackson Dickert
Cassidy Davis
Etan Gerber
Taylor Hastie
Katherine Heineman
Ella Lynch
Livie Lynch, Jack Mallard
Michael Memar
Charles Smith
Eve Weizenecker
Illinois:
University of Chicago
Jack McMullan
Olivia Resnick
Loyola University Chicago
Henry Bryan
Northwestern University
Harper Auchincloss
Indiana:
University of Indiana
Miles Mador
Sam Rosetti
Drew Thompson
Akshay Tolmare
University of Notre Dame
Bea Boehner
Louisiana:
Tulane University
Ben Ellner
Nola Shapiro
Brian Silverboard
Jackson Washburn
Loyola University New Orleans
Kai Cotton
Maryland: US Naval Academy
Audrey Welch
Massachusetts:
Boston College
Griffin Bryan
Deerfield Academy
Gavin Jeffries (P.G.)
Michigan: University of Michigan
T.J. Boakye
Kate Grice
Mississippi:
University of Mississippi
Charlie Costanzo
Nora McClenaghan
Keeny Warren
Missouri:
Washington University in St. Louis
Nicholas Demba
Ben Ganz
James Smith
New Hampshire: Dartmouth College
Dylan Hirokiwa
New York:
Columbia University
Zahara Bernal
Van Muller
New York University
Kaitlyn Goldberg
Watson Hight
Syracuse University
Ryan Merlin
University of Rochester
Dora Wu
North Carolina: Appalachian State University
Marley Brooks
Davidson College
Julia Goode
Anna Kate Howell
Gardner-Webb University
Zach Logan
University of North Carolina
Jake Jones
Mary Kiley Paulowsky
Wake Forest University
Allison Chitwood
Quinn Culpepper
Kate Cunningham
Jackson Ferry
Reed Gabriel
Eric Pan
Ohio:
Denison University
Reid Richardson
Rhode Island: Brown University
Claire Jiang
South Carolina:
Clemson University
Lillis Davis
Aalia Mirza
Furman University
Alexa Ibarra
A.J. Conduah
University of South Carolina
Caleb Amar
Ellie Miller
Elsa Nagle
Amelia Rucker
Wofford College
Cooper Williams
Tennessee: Belmont University
Carter Cleveland
Liam Nagle
University of Tennessee
Campbell Highsmith
Ryan Wrigley
Vanderbilt University
Chandler Bing
Cami Crumley
Sydney Lettes
Caileigh Pinsker
Zach Segall
Davis Trimble
Texas:
Texas Christian University
Thomson Brumfield
Matthew Hall
University of Texas at Austin
Avery Berman
Olivia Nelson
Alex Wong
Vermont: University of Vermont
Zoe Albert
Virginia: Washington and Lee University
Harrison Silver
William & Mary
Miles Glover
Washington D.C.:
Georgetown University
Megan Klingler
Amina Zubairi
George Washington University
Leah Negero
Hadley Gunn
Howard University
Dallis Welsh
Wisconsin:
University of Wisconsin
Abigail Richmond