Shelby County Graduation 2025

Class of 2025

LEADERS OF THE FUTURE

Senior spotlights celebrate those making a difference

TIME TO REFLECT

A look at each school’s graduating seniors in Shelby County

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2025

As Mayor of Pelham, it is my distinct honor to celebrate this incredible milestone with each of you This marks not just the end of your high school journey, but the beginning of a new and exciting chapter. Your perseverance, commitment, and spirit have brought you to this moment, and I couldn’t be prouder

Pelham is a community that values vision, heart, and determination qualities you have demonstrated time and again As you step beyond the halls of Pelham High School, know that you carry with you the strength of your experiences and the support of an entire city that believes in your potential.

I encourage you to forge your path with confidence and purpose, whether it leads to higher education, a career, military service, or other adventures. Remember that success isn’t a single destination it’s found in how you grow, how you uplift others, and how boldly you chase your dreams

Pelham will always be your home We will continue to cheer you on and take pride in your accomplishments both big and small May you greet the future with open hearts, curious minds, and unshakable hope

Congratulations, Pelham High School Class of 2025! May your future be filled with opportunity, joy, and meaningful impact.

Warmest regards, A path apart.

CONGRATULATIONS

2025! class of

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CONTENTS

FROM THE PUBLISHER

The time has finally arrived. A moment seniors from the class of 2025 have been counting down for since they walked through the doors for their final first day back in August.

Now, all can breathe a sigh of relief as this year’s graduates prepare to walk across the stage in celebration of years of hard work.

This moment is no small feat. It’s one that pulls together years of hard work, change and growth to culminate in having you ready to tackle the next chapter of life.

Our goal with this special graduation publication is to help highlight just how special of an accomplishment this is.

Throughout the publication, you will find a letter from the principal to the class of 2025, valedictorians available at the time of publication, each member of the senior class for all schools and special senior spotlights highlighting different leaders throughout our local schools.

As you sit through your graduation ceremony, I urge you to listen. Listen to your principal’s final message to you. Listen to your fellow classmates courageously speaking in front of each of you. Listen to the excitement surrounding each moment.

It will be your final high school memory.

Enjoy being around your friends, enjoy having family and educators there in support and enjoy the celebration.

This is a milestone that takes a team effort from the student, family, friends, teachers, counselors and so many others to reach.

That teamwork ultimately helped each graduate earn the good, get through the bad and handle the stressful balance of life and school.

What that has done is prepare you to tackle everything life throws at you. You aren’t done learning lessons and you will face bigger challenges, but you now have the foundation to become the best version of yourself.

To the class of 2025, don’t forget what the past four years of high school have taught you. You deserve this moment and now, it’s time for you to go be great.

Congratulations to each of you on this moment!

Alec Etheredge, Publisher and President alec.etheredge@shelbycountyreporter.com

Briarwood Christian School

133 graduates

6255 Cahaba Valley Road • Birmingham, AL 35242

Lions • 1,850 students • No. 2 ranked private K-12 school in Birmingham area

Dear class of 2025,

It feels like yesterday we were all bumbling down a river trying to figure out how to stay in our white water rafts. I think back on how amazing it was to spend the time we had together on your senior retreat and start our year off in peace, quiet, joy, fun, and worship. May I begin by saying you have made my first full year at Briarwood Christian School one for the memory books. A couple of my other favorite memories were how y’all rocked it at Briarwood’s Got Talent and watching the Georgia vs. Alabama football game with you at the Homecoming Dance. It has been a year full of great times spent together. When the community asks me about the

Colin Adams

Griffin Albright

Mae Allen

Jack Anderson

Henry Archer

Miller Caroline Averette

Nathan Barnes

Brooklyn Barnett

Madison Bell

Wes Burgess

Sam Burns

Senior Class of 2025, two things come to mind. First, I truly believe this is a class full of resilience, the capacity to withstand or to recover quickly from difficulty. There is a sense of toughness and “no quit attitude” about the class of 2025 that I admire and love. What an unbelievable quality and trait to have. Please do me a favor and never lose that about you. Secondly, and this goes along with the first, y’all show up for each other. Whether it is at a sporting event, arts event, or for a friend who is struggling, the class of 2025 shows up. My hope is our future Senior classes can also share these two qualities and continue in this excellence. Finally, I hope you have felt loved by the Briarwood community over the years. You have been prayed for by so many that love

Rylie Campbell

Kreysa Canale

Miller Casey

Charlie Casey

Lyndsey Cheney

William Clark

Reese Collier

Jessica Collins

Garrett Cooper

Taylor Dagnan

Riley Dempsey

Gabe Dirks

Sarah Duncan

Caedmon Ervin

Sawyer Felton

Will Ford

Brandon Frank

Chance Freeman

Reece Frost

Rock Fulton

Sophie Galvin

Lana Gardner

you deeply. As you embark on your next adventure, continue to hold fast to the love of Christ, be resilient, and show up for each other. Our school verse this year has been Lamentations 3: 22-23, “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Class of 2025, may you finish strong and go with peace knowing that we serve a mighty God, who sent his one and only Son for you, a living sacrifice, so that we may have eternal life. We love you and are always here for you.

Bo Morrissey,

Head of the Upper School, Briarwood Christian School

HAYS MCKELL Valedictorian

Brodie Garrett

Kase Gibson

Kaden Gonzalez

Alek Gottlieb

Andrew Groves

Gavin Curtis

Rylan Hamm

Sanders Hand

John Paul Harbor

Cameron Harrington

Asa Harris

Lyric Haskins

Garrett Heinemann

Conner Helms

Libba Henderson

Brandon Henley

Grace Henry

Bella Herring

Brinley Hilson

Anna Hodges

Ellie Holley

Tanner Hutson

Julia Ivey

Hannah Jahraus

Jon Jobes

Sitting at home during the ravaging pandemic that COVID-19 was, Bella Herring sat thinking what she could do to pass the time while she was isolated from her friends for the time being.

Having always had a passion for art and the creative side of things, Herring began to teach herself calligraphy. What started as a side gig though turned into an investment that pushed her further than she ever thought possible.

“It started out as a way to pass the time, but soon I was creating graphics and sending them to friends and family,” Herring said. “People started reaching out asking if they could buy products with my art on them, and that’s when I realized I had the chance to turn something I loved into something bigger and truly impact others.”

Starting her faith-based business, Christ Designs, at just

Addie Johnson

Anna Layne Johnson

Aiden Johnson

Sarah Johnson

Knox Jones

Kennedy Jones

Barnabas Karanja

Connor Lamb

Thomas Lanier

Lucy Lanier

Taylor Leib

Anna Claire Lester

Jason Love

Meagn Malloy

Jani Martin

Katherine McCollum

Brady McCormick

Hayes McKell

Anna Claire McMullen

Ben McNulty

Maddie Milstead

Bralen Mitcham

Samuel Morris

Trinity Morris

Anna Lien Naron

Emma Neugent

Grace Nilsson

Abby Olsen

Lily Parker

Mary Grace Parker

Joel Payne

Wilson Perry

Davis Porter

Parrish Prickett

Andrew Ralph

Luke Reynolds

Owen Robbins

Jordan Roberts

Avery Robertson

Brayden Robertson

Ian Robertson

Evan Robson

Isabella Rutledge

Caroline Schroeter

Parker Sfakianos

Bo Sherrer

Brock Shields

Kate Sinclair

Eli Slaton

Ford Smith

Bella Herring

14 years old and heading into high school, the rapidly growing business she created pushed her to success in her creative classes and allowed her to attend external events for networking.

“Over the years, I’ve had the chance to attend market events, collaborate with brands and even design and manage my own website,” Herring said. “Seeing something I started on a whim as a hobby grow into a business that reflects my passions and beliefs. Looking back, it’s been such a blessing to share my creativity with others and I’m excited to keep growing in the future.”

Herring also credits two of her teachers at Briarwood Christian School for shaping her as a

student and businesswoman. She says Mrs. Hannah Pressley encouraged her to grow further as a writer and pursue opportunities to showcase her work, while Mr. Jim Selkirk made tough concepts interesting to her.

While excited for what her time in college will bring, Herring looks back on her time at Briarwood as being special, knowing that while everyone will go different directions, this senior class will always be family to her.

“What I’ll miss most about Briarwood is the relationships I’ve built here,” Herring said. “It’s a place where everyone knows your name and you’re not just another student—you’re part of a family. I’ll miss the sup-

Thomas Southworth

John Dalton Splawn

Seth Staggs

Henning Statt

Emma Stover

Eli Stubbs

Brogan Summers

McKenna Swain

Olivia Talley

Sofia Teresi

Graham Thornton

Ashley Brooke Tomberlin

Ramsey Travis

Tabitha Troxler

Carson Tucker

Zeke Turner

Britt Wagoner

Shelby Lynn Watkins

Will Werchanowskyj

Zora Willingham

Vaughn Wilson

Mia Wilson

Patrick Wilson

Kaylee Wood

Jane-Marie Woolbright

port of my teachers and getting to see my friends everyday. My school has been such a big part of shaping who I am for the past seven years.”

Following graduation, Herring is attending Auburn University to study neuroscience, having sparked the interest in the field from personal experiences.

“Having migraines for most of my life and witnessing my grandmother’s near-fatal battle with bacterial meningitis initially sparked my interest in the brain and neurological conditions and I’m excited to pursue the field further,” Herring said.

Having seen those occurrences hit her close to home, she hopes to eventually be a neurologist to assist those with similar problems. She also hopes to combine that with continuing her business, leaning strongly on her faith to make a difference medically and entrepreneurially.

Calera High School

247 graduates

100 Calera Eagle Drive • Calera, AL 35040

Eagles • 1,850 students • 22nd best public high school in Birmingham metro area

Dear

class of 2025,

What an incredible journey it has been, and what an honor it is to stand with you as we approach this momentous milestone—your graduation. As your principal, I am filled with pride and admiration for the strength, perseverance, and heart you have shown every step of the way.

You are a class unlike any other. You’ve faced challenges that tested your limits, opportunities that expanded your horizons, and moments that have shaped who you are. Through it all, you have remained resilient, determined, and full of hope. You’ve shown us what it means to love, listen, learn

Aiden Patrick Agee

Austin Bennett Akins

Gabrielle Lashay Alexander

Matthew Christian Alexander

Jayla Nicole Allen

Kensington Christopher Ayden

Allen-Walker

Yazmin Polo Alvarado

Addison Paige Anderson

LaNiyah Yenee Anger

Dalton Cade Ash

and lead.

This year, I have had the privilege of getting to know many of you—not just as students, but as artists, athletes, innovators, scholars, and kindhearted individuals ready to make a difference. You’ve inspired me every single day.

As you step into the next chapter of your lives, remember that your story is still being written. Don’t be afraid to take risks, ask questions, make mistakes, and grow from them. The world needs your ideas, your voice, and your courage.

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” — Nelson Mandela

Je’Von Darnell Ashmon

Benjamin Isaac Atwell

Travis Lee Baker

Kaitlyn Bre Banks

Kayla Breana Banks

Kennedy Kristyna Barie

Kimora Jada-Omariya Bibbs

Cameron Dejuan Biggs

Ava Elizabeth Blanzy

LeShond Cortez Boone Jr

Kiera Marie Boothe

Never forget where you came from, but never be afraid to chase where you’re going. You carry within you the strength of your experiences and the promise of your dreams.

On behalf of the entire faculty and staff, I celebrate you, Class of 2025. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey. We believe in you, and we cannot wait to see the amazing things you will do.

With pride and gratitude,

Jennifer McCaleb, Principal, Calera High School

Zoe Sesai Bootier

Hannah Elizabeth Boyd

Malai Maree Boyd

Braden Scott Braswell

Kayley Danielle Briggs

Braxton Alexander Brooks

Jaiden Marion Brown

Justin Dominic Brown

Marcus Kohl Bryson

Cade Scott Burch

Koby Lee Burris

Calera High School senior Brady Williamson has spent his high school years busy, making sure to use his time wisely while also not being afraid to branch out.

“I was on the varsity baseball team, and I did a little bit of eSports,” Williamson said. “And then outside of school, I worked at the movie theater and I’ve recently been doing Jiu Jitsu.”

Now, at the verge of graduation, Williamson is able to see the amount of growth he’s experienced physically and mentally during the last four years as an Eagle.

Brady Williamson

“I’ve enjoyed seeing myself grow,” Williamson said. “I’ve definitely grown a lot. If I look at myself in ninth grade, it has been a big jump. I’ve become smarter and just a better version of myself.”

Williamson’s growth was made possible thanks to self-determination and the aid of educators and mentors along the way. Amongst those that have impact him on his journey, one particular teacher stands out.

sons,” he said. “She’s always shown up to work, she’s always teaching the material and she’s just got a way to touch people’s hearts.” Williamson says the thing he will miss most about his time at Calera High School will be all of his friends who will be going separate ways after graduation.

Natalya Nicole Bush

Kayla Josephine Butler

Angelo Antonio Byrd

Hayden Thomas Callahan

Kadyn Camille Campbell

Layauna Chantre’a Campbell

Ethan Canaan-Chery

Neeley Lane Carstensen

Robert Vance Cathey

William Banks Cave

Sophia Nicole Celedonio

Paola Ceron

Beatriz Cervantes

Noah Lane Chestnut

Brooklynn Elizabeth Clark

Micah Warren Clayton

Brandon Lee Clyde

Ayana NiChole Faith Coates

Brianna Mae Collier

Kaitlyn Reece Collier

Kenyen Elijah Sanford Colvin

Alex Preston Connell

Mckinzy Michelle Cooper

Andrew Alexander Corbitt

Ki’Ara Licole Core

Cade Matthew Coxwell

“Mrs. Patty Waldrip—she inspired me for a lot of rea-

Noah Hayes Cremer

Andrei Cuenca Daniel

Jason Wayne Cummings

Ashton Kamron Cunningham

Demetrius Antwain Davis III

Nykeria Deoshunae Davis

Kylie Ryan Deason

Katelyn Mirrah DeBruce

Jayden Dequan Dodson

Makayla Ann Donelson

Emma Grace Drolet

Dariana Alexandra Duque Parra

Bartholomew James Dyal

Jenson Edward Dyer

Ahmed Ali Hassan Elnaham

Omari Keanté Evans

Kamari Alea Farrington

Alyssa Renee Fennell

William Dane Franks

Alexander Garcia Garcia

Audrey Samara García Pérez

Peyton Nicole George

D’Ishia Kereona Sharae Gilmore

Ariana Nicole Goebel

Alejandro Sebastian Gonzalez

DeVyn Christon Goodman

James Calvin Goodwin III

Mac Cameron Graham

Destyni Lashay Grays

Jacob O’bryan Gunn

Mia Vynie Gwin

Cameron Javon Hagler

Laiken Nicole Hammond

Jaedon Kristopher Harris

Sha’Taisha Patrice Harris

William McCreight Harris

Keanna Nichelle Hart

Gaines Kile Hassler

Ethan Matthew Hathorn

Dwayne Antonio Haynes Jr

Alice Joanna Hernandez Guzman

Angela Herrera Gutierrez

Chase Thomas Herring

Ta’Liyah Renae Herring

Amorea Jashawn Higgins-Ashford

Olivia Blair Holt

Madison Grace Honeycutt

Ava Marie Horn

Joselyn Ann Hubbard

Carson Michael Hubner

Autumn Heather Hughes

Tristan Neal Humphries

With his senior year at its close, Williamson has set his sights on higher education and will be attending the nursing program at University of Alabama at Birmingham in the fall. Williamson says he plans on becoming a nurse ethicist.

As he waves goodbye to the Calera Eagles, Williamson says he has one last piece of advice for the incoming students following in his steps.

“Don’t let people distract you,” he said. “As long as you have a good start, then you can get into a rhythm and continue to get better.”

“I’ll miss the friendships I’ve made,” he said. “I know that a lot of my friends will be be going to different places, and I’m probably going to see only a handful of them here and there.”

Annastacia Marie Hunt

Jakobe Terahn Hutchins

Harper Jo Grace Irvin

Jordan James Isbell

Kennedy Jean Jackson

Demetrius Isaiah James

Eliza Grace James

Ja’Nyia Lameria James

Maelee Scott Jenkins

Lydia Clair Jennings

Aayanna Sole’ Johnson

Antorious Montrez Johnson

Arryan Elton Johnson

Artaevius Isaiah Johnson

Contoria Latia Johnson

Gavin Ahmad Johnson

Jakalynn Shanice Johnson

Ashlyn Brooke Jones

LaShari Diane Jones

MaKenna Grace Kattengell-Thomas

Emily Brooke Kayton

Jada Catherine Kelly

Mya Ann Kelsey

Semaj Adris Kimbrough

Taniyah LaShall Kincey

Joseph Michael King

Spreading their wings

A look back at some memorable moments from Calera High School seniors ahead of graduation as they prepare to spread their wings and take on the next step of life.

Princess Marie King

Madison Onzelle Lawrence

Kayla Marie Ledlow

Fischer Reed Lee

Justin Marlon Lemus Portillo

Annie Diane Leonard

Kaleb Eddie Lewis

Nicholas Dale Little

Alexa Ann Lubin

Cooper Joel Manning

Adrian Blaine Martella

Jacqueline Amy Martinez

Jonathan Brody McClain

Nia Elaine McCrimmon

Emily Kate McGrady

Elizabeth Ryan McKenzie

Elijah Malachi McKoy

Sadie Kay McNamee

Kaitlynn Brooke Miller

Matthew Xavier Miller

DaJuan Tyrone Milton Jr

Justin Kade Mitchell

Madison Ann Mitchell

Bashir Abdo Mohamed

Brayan Molina Macias

Armando Eliel Molina Perez

Jordan Emmanuel Moore

Alonzo Moore Jr

Montairius Jamar Morris

Landon Brady Morrow

Benjamin Ray Mortensen

Thomas Michael Mortensen

Kennedy Mwaniki Mwangi

Breanna Gizel Nanco

Amare Centrell Noble

Jazmine Alexis Olazaran

Cameron Hunter Osborn

Isabella Carmen Overton

Megan Brooke Overton

Krishaun Dantrell Parks

Benjamin Daniel Parton

MaKayla Antoria Patton

Kaitlyn Makiya Peebles

Anabella Marie Phillips

Myasia Jakari Pickens

Rylan Ann Pickett

Tennessee Barton Pitchford

Addison Alexandra Popwell

Jamicah Dejuan Porter

Mar’Qeiriah Alise Porter

Will Fielder Prescott

Chad Jeremiah Blake Price

Ashton Amari Queen

Alyssa Mary Ann Quintanilla

Macey Alexis Rainey

Akoi Vincent Raymond

Jade Devina Richards

Kennedy Simone Richardson

Christian Elias Ritchey

Abraham David Rivera

Kinley Brooke Rodgers

Leilani Jael Rodriguez

Bonnyeld Marion Rodriguez Reyes

Victor Rojas Jaramillo

Ellie Harper Sansom

Julia Gabrielly dos Santos Silva

Dean Miles Schilleci

Tyee Patrick Schweitzer

Arlin Lee Seay

Turner Patrick Sensaboy

Misael Isaias Serrano Perez

Austin Jevon Shamburger

Destiny Rose Shanklin

Frankie Shine IV

Brianna Michelle Shoemaker

Abigail Denise Shuler

Nicolas Anthony Sisneros

Caden Hunter Slate

Jordan Taylor Smith

Jordyn Alexandria Smith

Ka’marion Darnell Smith

Kaylee Yvonne Smith

Michael Thomas Smith Jr.

John Patrick Snyder

Calera High School

Dylan Hunter Spanick

Saniyah A’mir Stanton

Thomas Edward Starkey

Kendall Naomi Sterling

Alfred Leon Stringer

Ashannie Kamure Summerville

Olivia Faith Thomas

Mya Nevaeh Thompson

Taylor Michelle Thornton

Stephen Wayne Thrash

Bryan Pedro Tinajero

Jaycob Oliver Toney

Gage Michael Toro

Lily Katherine Townsend

Byron Barua Waithaka

Aidan Brian Ward

Kingston Aliyah Washington

Olivia Mae Grace Watson

Makiya Marie Weatherly

DeCarl Donsen White

Reese Elizabeth Wilhite

Sydney Anissa Williams

Xavier Dejuante Williams

Brady Lee Williamson

Ciara Nicole Works

Ka’Darrius Travon Young

Ashley Elizabeth Zelaya Jimenez

Chelsea High School

306 graduates

10510 Couty Road 11 • Chelsea, AL 35043

Hornets • 1,400 students • 25th best public high school in Alabama

Dear class of 2025,

I want to extend my sincere congratulations on your accomplishment of reaching the important milestone of being a graduating senior at Chelsea High School. I look forward to this time of year, because we can honor our graduates, and I am very thankful that I can reflect on the talented, unique, and hard-working group of students in your class. It has truly been a privilege watching you achieve at high levels in academics, extracurricular activities, and through your contribution to the community. During your time here, you have collectively embodied the pillars of learning with integrity, serving others, and courageously upholding your character that we emphasize daily here at Chelsea High School.

Your class represents many diverse ideas, personalities, interests, and backgrounds that all come together to create a special school that provides opportunities for personal growth, prepares graduates to succeed in all aspects of college and career choices, and helps forge meaningful friendships. It is for this reason that your graduation is meaningful, and truly a day of celebration. We are very proud and excited for each of you as you enter the next phase of your lives.

The future will hold challenges and success, good times and difficult ones, and each day will have opportunities for personal growth. As you move forward, I encourage you to follow your passion, and greet every day with effort and commitment so that you can make the world a better place for you and those around

you. That is what we are all tasked with, and that is certainly what you all deserve. I have great confidence that you will create such a pathway as you continue to grow both personally and in your professional endeavors. In doing so, graduation will not be the great achievement for you, but only a mere beginning to a very bright future.

Thank you for all that you have meant to our school and community. I am grateful I have the opportunity of being your principal and I wish you all the best in every facet of your future endeavors.

Godspeed!

Brandon Turner, Ed.D. Principal, Chelsea High School

Kinsley Acker

Reagan Addiss

Jacob Adema

Gabrielle Agee

Addison Aldridge

Christlyn Allen

Taylor Allen

Terrence Allen Jr.

Jordan Amacher

Chloe Anderson

Hannah Auterson

Brayden Bailey

Bryan Baker

Anna Baldone

Ryan Bassham

Nicholas Baugh

Hayden Bauman

Darcy Bearden

Angel Bejarano Corona

Cara Belcher

William Beneke

Kaylee Bias

Bailey Blair

Grant Blakely

Megan Blalock

Caroline Bond

Hudson Brakefield

Jacob Brand

Morgan Brannum

Greyson Breazeale

Sydney Breedlove

Claire Brewer

Hunter Brickey

Gabriel Brown

Kenadi Brown

Kyle Brown

Lauren Buchanan

Jillian Bullard

William Burge

Hannah Burman

Samantha Cairnes

Jason Callin

Elizabeth Camacho

Conner Campbell

Kaleah Campbell

Jose Cardoza Manzano

Ella Carlisle

Kaleigh Carmack

Sydney Carroll

Harper Carter

Ashlee Castillo

Cesar Castillo

Joseph Cavender

Halie Chance

Haley Clark

Trenton Clark

Romello Cooper

Naomi Cost

Taylor Cox

Robert Creel

Alaysha Crews

Melanie Cruz

Celso Cuffia

Charl Culpepper-Owens

Savannah Culwell

Jay Davie

Adam Davis

Porter Davis

Abbigail Deems

Isabel DeLoach

Jacey Denham

Christian Denney

Brantley Devenyns

Kaylee Drake

Gabriel Drakos

Tyler Dunaway

Cassidy Dunnavant

Caleb Durbin

Presley Durham

Logan Edmonson

Juliette Edwards

Jared Esver

Avery Fabela

Ramiro Fernandez

DeMarquis Floyd Jr.

Addison Foster

Gabriel Fox

Jamison Francis

Stefania Garcia

Annelise Garrard

Hagen Garrett

Andrew George

Madeline Gibson

Laney Gilbert

Blakely Gingles

Christian Gonzalez

Austin Goss

Andrew Gottlieb

Griffin Grainger

Adah Graves

Cheyenne Grimes

Foster Griswold

Alana Gunn

Gavin Hailstock

Kaleigh Hall

Jackson Hardin

Taylor Harley

Camden Harper

Brandon Haupt

James Heard

Daniel Henderson

Molly Herndon

Josiah Herrera

Annslee Hester

Karis Hinson

Kaylin Hoang

William Hodgens

Avery Holland

Leah Hollifield

William Holmes

Andrea Hood

Elizabeth Hopkins

Thomas Hopkins

Kaitlin Hopson

James Hotchkiss

Madison Howard

Jenny Howell

Elijah Huggins

Aiden Hughes

Payton Hunsaker

Khiem Huynh

Phillip Huynh

William Ingram

Wyatt Irvin

Elijah Jackson

John Jackson

Chloe Janchik

Lillian Jester

Cooper Johnsey

Rowan Johnson

Zachary Johnson

Austin Jones

Harper Jones

Kaylee Jones

Kylie Jones

Davis Junkin

Jackson Kalnoske

Braxton Keith

Kayleigh Keith

Landon Kelly

Zachary Kendrick

MaKenzie Key

Addison Kiger

Shannen Klier

Phoenix Krysa

Matthew Lackey

Jackson Land

Jayden Landry

Coleman Lantrip

Jackson Larkin

Gabriel Leblanc

Abigail Leith

Chelsea High School

Devin Lewis

Jordan Locklear

Sarah Loftus

Blake Long

Kaitlyn Lowe

Aiden Mabry

Patrick Maddox

Marie Maida

Aiden Malone

Emerson Malone

Jones

Malone

Barrett Mamock

Sean Mamock

Ameia Mancha

Gabriel Markeles

Ryker Mattes

Mackenzie McCleary

Madison McCoy

Anna McCracken

Riley McGeorge

Emma Raines McGough

Ashenafi McKinney

Dylan McLatchy

Micah McNutt

Genevieve McWaters

Khaleiyah Meadows

Thomas Miller

Alixandra Mims

Caden Mims

Javiion Mitchell

Bradley Moore

Regan Moore

Ryan Moore

Cameron Morning

Justin Morris

Gabriel Murphree

Makayla Murray

Jaeda Nelms

Cooper Nelson

Jennifer Newton

Chase Nuckles

Moses Nuhu

Molly Owenby

Kylie Palmer

Lilly Palmer

Erica Parker

Jessica Parker

Ava Parmer

Emma Parmley

Hannah Parmley

Reagan Parson

Brennan Partridge

Alexander Pate

James Pender

Gabriel Pendley

Kaitlyn Perry

Ace Poe

Charles Pohlmann

CHLOE ANDERSON Valedictorian

Walking across the stage in the auditorium at Chelsea High School, Addison Foster received her white jacket and special pin at the school’s third annual White Jacket and CPCT Pinning Ceremony in January.

Slipping her arms into the coat signified one of the first big accomplishments in her road to becoming a professional in the medical industry, something she has had her sights set on for a while.

“From as far back as I can remember, I have always been drawn to a future in healthcare,” said Addison Foster. “It stems from my empathy for others and passio nto help those in distress. I also love researching and exploring the unknown… Joining (Health Occupations Students of America) has solidified my commitment to the inspiring field of medicine.”

Foster was heavily involved in HOSA as the Vice President

of Membership Experience, but her participation in extracurriculars did not stop there. An honors graduate if ChHS, Foster was an officer for Peer Helpers, a Student Organ Donation Advocate, Key Club member, Cancer Kids First member and a track and field athlete.

She believes her heavy involvement in high school has provided with beneficial opportunities in leadership, networking and public speaking, which have helped her develop confidence, determination and a sense of joy.

Foster credits many of her

Addison Foster Congratulations class of 2025!

teachers for developing her into who she is today, including coach Jason Harlow, coach Clifford Lee and Mrs. Andrea Maddox.

Being an athlete, Foster un-

derstands all the work that comes with trying to be successful in something. However, that applies to many aspects of life, which is what Lee taught her.

“Coach Lee embodies perseverance by turning challenges into opportunities,” Foster said. “As my head coach in track and field, he has consistently shown unwavering belief in me, which has often

exceeded my own. He inspires me to reach my full potential in everything I do.”

The helpfulness that Lee provided is something that Foster sees in all of Chelsea, which is what she will miss most about being a Hornet.

“I’m going to miss the wonderful community and the sense of dependability that Chelsea offers,” Foster said. “Even as the town continues to grow, the close-knit family feeling remains. The people here always show up for one another, and every little win is celebrated.”

Following graduation, Foster will take her dependability, leadership and determination to North Carolina Agricultural and Technical University to study biology on the pre-med track, hoping to become a clinical laboratory scientist and use all that she learned in high school to guide her.

Mason Polk

Jaylen Poore

Aaron Price

Kayden Price

Ethan Prickett

Isaac Puckett

Hannah Quick

Matthew Rasco

Peyton Ray

Chloe Reaves

Jackson Reynolds

Tamarah Rice

Madison Riddle

Ryan Rivers

Anna Robbins

Landan Roberts

Jakayla Robinson

Makayla Robinson

Daniel Romanov

Anna Rosenfeld

Cooper Rowe Eireann Rowe

Camryn Rucker

JaMyria Sanchez

Brody Sanders

Marvin Santillan-Reyes

Reagan Sartin

Sadie Schwallie

Ellie Schweikher

Allie Scott

Madison Scruggs

Emma Seabolt

Ruby Shelnutt

William Shetter

Davey Shirley

Jayden Simmons

Braxton Sims

Madison Sims

Parker Sims

Adyson Smith

Giovanni Smith

Riley Speakman

Annika Spears

Cameron Spivey

Paxton Stallings

Graham Steel

Lauren Stephens

William Stracner

Charles Sullivan

John Sumners

Robert Surrett

Caleb Talley

Carlie Taylor

Sophia Tharp

Allison Thompson

Frederick Thompson

Benjamin Threadgill

Ashley Tiller

Parker Tolleson

Haley Trotter

Samuel Trout

Isabel Vande Voorde

Viala Vernon

Payton Walker

Austin Wallace

Jonah Wallace

Aleah Watkins

Robert Watkins

Tyler Wells

Max Wever

Abigail Whitley

Jackson Wilhite

Lila Willett

Dan`Tonio Williams

Eli Williams

Jamison Williams

Soren Williams

Owen Willis

Ava Wilson

Marian Wilson

Robert Wilson

Hatim Woods

Callie Wright

Kalin Yellock

Jair Zamudio Ramirez

Veronica Zieba

Coosa Valley Academy

12 graduates

163 Park Place • Harpersville, AL 35078 Rebels • 237 students • 70 percent of students go on to attend a four-year college

Dear class of 2025,

You are the class with endless possibilities. Within this class holds a variety of amazing strengths in academics, business minds, great work ethics with common sense and a determination to never give up on your dreams.

My prayer for you is to follow your heart, ask God for guid -

ance daily and cherish each day to this wonderful journey called life.

I will love you always.

Pamela B. Lovelady, Head of School, Coosa

Valley Academy

Michelle Alverson

Landon Brazier

Rylee Carmack

Jay Chapman

Draven Culver

Kadence Fields

Brett Hackett

Larissa Marvich

Thomas Mullins

Landon Payton

Aleah Pickett

Jordin Rogers

DRAVEN CULVER Valedictorian

Cornerstone

Dear class of 2025,

The time has finally come for you to commence your life’s journey. Some of you have been here since you were in pre-kindergarten, and I know that Cornerstone feels like home. Perhaps you are anxious about leaving this place

where you are known and loved, but I assure you that you are ready. You have done the work. Be excited as you enter this next chapter of your lives because all of your teachers are confident that you will make a difference in the world. You will be lights in the darkness because you love the Lord; you will be good citizens because you love your country.

Ezekiel Adams

Landon Alexander

Taylor Brownlee

Taylor Causey

Alizabeth Cleckler

Seth Dillard

Drake Dunning

Hampton Etheredge

Thomas Graham

Having served as the captain of the Cornerstone Christian School football team during the 2024 season, Drake Dunning is no stranger to taking on the mantle of leadership.

Throughout his time with the Chargers, Dunning’s leadership capabilities on the field contributed to the team’s success—culminating in backto-back 8-8Man AISA State Championships in 2023 and 2024. Dunning was selection for All-County 2023-2024, the AISA All-Star Football Team 2024 and All-American honors as a member to the All-American Football Team 2024 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

When trading the jersey for a seat in the classroom, Dunning continued to showcase his de-

So go confidently into the world. Know that wherever you go, you are never alone. Deuteronomy 31:6 reminds us to: “Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”

I look forward to seeing what you accomplish–person-

Cohen Hewitt

Mason Hoehn

Brianna Hudson

Keaton Keef

Amelia Murphree

Tivet Nolasco-Dominguez

Isabella Peoples

Noah Schober

James Wilson

Drake Dunning

ally and spiritually. My hope is that you will trust the Lord and let Him lead. May you prosper and be blessed all of your days.

In His Service, and with Love,

Margaret Pickett, Principal, Cornerstone Christian School

termination for success earning his spot as the senior class Valedictorian. In preparation for his time out of school, Dunning participated in dual enrollment programs at the Uni-

versity of Alabama and Central Alabama Community College and was selected as a UA student ambassador.

Dunning continued to demonstrate exceptional lead-

ership abilities through various extracurricular engagements. He was a delegate for Cornerstone at Boys State, where he served as county commissioner, head chairman of Party and was a Leadership Scholarship recipient. He has also served as president of the Senior Beta Club, the Student Government Association and the CCS Chapter of Turning Point.

Dunning has also been committed to spending his free time outside the classroom engaging in volunteer work with Backpack Buddies and the Church of the Highlands to help those in need and strengthen his ties to the community.

“Congratulations Drake,” says Cornerstone Christian School. “We are proud of you and your accomplishments.”

DRAKE DUNNING Valedictorian

Evangel Christian School

193 graduates

423 Thompson Road • Alabaster, AL 35244

Lightning • Eighth largest graduating class in Shelby County as a home school

Capley Annabelle Aaron

Chelsea Ariel Aldrich

Alejandra Elizabeth Alvarado Garcia

Addison Marie Armstrong

Olivia Ann Arns

Kira Madeline Bailey

Ava Claire Baker

Natalie Rose Barr

Melissa Danielle Bearden

Cheyanne Elizabeth Belew

Anthony DeWitt Bell

Brighton Rose Bell

Sawyer McReynolds Blackman

Luke Joseph Blackstone

Brody Ty Brand

Madison Elizabeth Brand

Abigail Sharon Brister

Sophia Grace Brown

Bailey Grace Bullock

Kaileigh Lin Burnett

Michael Scott Burson

Samuel Ethan Carlee

Aydan Elizabeth Carter

Catherine Sherrod Casey

Benjamin Reed Castleberry

Julia Hope Chance

Zachary Eldridge Childress Jr

Baylan Lee Clanton

Brysan Kole Clanton

Margot Ruth Clanton

Nicholas Edward Cloud

Logan James Conner

Megan Marie Cook

Peyton Grace Corrigan

Aidan Lambert Cranford

Maxwell Riley Cude

Raley Allen Curtis

Ella Gabrielle Davis

Isabella Anne Davis

Jeremiah Scott Day

Daniela Emilia De Rugama

Kaitlyn Amanda Deason

Caiden Noel Deemer

Amelia Marie DeLano

Sadie Mary Deluca

Ellison Haleigh DeMarco

Rollins Daniel deVilleneuve

Jon Christian Dittmer

Paul Aishen Dixon

Andrew Franklin Dobbins

Emerson Sam Daniel Dollins

Michael James Dooley

Jacob Matthew Dorius

Hannah Jo Dyer

Ellen Rose Fanning

Kennedy Reece Farley

Sarah Grace Farringer

Noah Caleb Foshee

Isaiah James Fraser

Michael Joseph French

Preston Andrew Frye

Coleman Pace Fulton

Kenneth Christian Gables

John Mark Gagliano

Jonathan Edward Gill

Rebecca Anne Graham

Kye Taunton Gray

Stephen Thomas-Preston

Gregg

Saige Cassidy Griffin

Zachary Hunter Grossmann

Olivia Claire Guinan

Christina Danielle Hale

Jayda Annette Hale

Jacob Michael Hardin

Addison Marie Harley

Michael Kaiser Harmon

Anna Catherine Harris

Arlington Michael Harris

Isabelle Kimberly Harrison

Richard Edward Hart

Eli Alexander Hawkins

Ella Rose Heath

John McIntyre Hendrix

Aryana Alexandra Hernandez

Madison Nicole Hobbs

Weston Graham Hodges

Whitney Lea Hodges

Robert Wesley Holmes

Jonathan Michael Hooks Jr

Wyatt Breland Horton

Kolton Luke Hudgins

Austin Wade Hughes

Kirstine Emma James

Wesley Sparks Johnson

Cade Allen Joiner

Benjamin Orin Jones

Tobias Edward Jones

Jaylen Timarcus Jordan

Lukas Kasimir Kampf

Susannah Kay Keene

Carley Emma Keiger

Carolyn Alexandra Kendrick

Thomas Wayne Kendrick

Betsy Esther King

Sarah Elizabeth King

Josiah David Kiss

Sophie Kate Kuykendall

Victor Frederick Kyatt IV

Jaxon West Leslie

Isabel Mary Lewis

Averie Ann Littleton

Kinzy Ann Lovvorn

Madison Taft Lowden

Noah Frederick Martin

Alexis Marie Massey

Lana Catherine Mast

Dianna Hope McCracken

Emery Leigh McNeel

Ethan Patrick Miller

Hunter Lee Miller

Elissa Brooke Monroe

Holt Smith Morgan

Halle Reed Morris

Liam James Munnings

Adelynn Elizabeth Newell

Hope Elaine Nichols

Owen Myers O’Meara

Clayton Adam Owens

Anderson Grady Parker

Jacob Scott Parker

Evelyn Anne Pate

John Mark Patton

Piper Claire Phillips

Samuel Evan Phillips

Rebekah Nell Plemons

Michelle Rosalia Quispe

Jane Matthew Reed

Derrick James Reeves

Emily Marie Reynolds

Henry Richard Rhoads

Chloe Grace Riley

Brayden Miles Rives

Brody Allen Robbins

Kenna Brooke Robinson

Everett Keith Sanders

Vera Alexandra Sands

John Abraham Scarcliff

Jeb Clark Sinclair

Ella Ruth Smith

Keirsten Nicole Smith

Hannah Kate Snow

Averi Brooklynn Spain

Simon Davis Stafford

Ethan Konnor Stallings

Allison Hope Stefanowicz

Lech Edward Stepkoski

Shane Anthony Strickland

Rivers Owen Sucic

Aidan Kemp Swords

Carroll John Taylor

Claire Evelyn Taylor

Tyler Steffen Teague

Andrew Glenn Turnbull

Robert Thomas Turnbull

Ellyson Faith Turner

Kailey Elizabeth Van Doren

Brady Wilburn Vanoy

Aiden Jack Venable

Brooks Christopher Vernon

Fowler James Vick

Carter Austin Vines

Gracie Lynn Vines

Asa Reid Wagoner

Annabeth Elaine Walker

Andsley Briann Wallace

Porter Kincade Watts

Ryan Jeffrey Weathers

William Andrew Welch III

Aleah Avery Werk

Louis Heinrich Westerkamp

Ellie Elizabeth White

Lilli-Kathryn Whitfield

Lydia Joy Whorton

David Thomas Wilkerson

Elaina Lilian Williams

Joshua J Williams

Presley Morgan Williams

Christian Leo Wood

Callahan Lindzy Woodall

Avery Pearce Workman

Margaret Caroline Worley

John Andrew Yaeger

Maria Gwendolyn Yaeger

MARIA YAEGER Valedictorian

Evangel Classical Christian School

19 graduates

423 Thompson Road • Alabaster, AL 35244

338 students • Ranked the 18th best Christian school in Alabama

Alaina Cantley

Naomi Clark

Deuce Cranston

Katelynn Do

Aidan Emerson

Jack Fridy

Meg Goodsell

Anna Harrington

Mia Kendrick

Jaclyn Victoria Killgallon

Jarrett LaPore

Anne Coulter Maginnis

Tim McGuffey

Anna Morgan

Wes Sims

Emory Skocelas

Audrey Wesonga

Sophia Williams

Walter Williams

ANNA HARRINGTON Valedictorian

Dear class of 2025,

Congratulations ECCS class of 2025,

We are so proud of the fine young women and men that you have become. We are confident that your time at ECCS has prepared you for the new challenges that you will face.

As you part ways to pursue different paths, we pray that you will be reminded of the words of Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans that I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.” No matter where you go or what you choose to do, Christ will be with you, lead-

ing you, prospering you, strengthening you, and using you to build His kingdom. Be amazed at the great opportunities that He has for your life and rest in the assurance that “He will never leave you or forsake you” (Deuteronomy 31:8).

We are thankful for the legacy that you are leaving behind at ECCS. We pray that God directs your next steps for your good and His glory. We love you, ECCS class of 2025, and we will be praying for you in the days, weeks, and years ahead. Soli Deo Gloria.

David Long,

Head of School, Evangel Classical Christian School

Helena High School

333 graduates

1310 Hillsboro Parkway • Helena, AL 35080

Huskies • 1,418 students • Ranked the 24th best high school in Alabama

Austin Vance Acosta

Cadence Lynn Allen

Jasmine Marie Allen

Lenin Alfonso Alvarenga Alvarado

Jeremiah Terrell Alvis

Alexandria Grayce Anderson

Braxton Tate Anderson

Elise Chrisette Anderson

William Cooper Anderson

Elijah Jack Andrews

Jaime Uziel Arceo

Matthew Gage Ashbaugh

Makena Njeri Bachia

Kenneth McNeil Baggett

Lydia Claire Baggett

Aiden Alexander Bahna

Keelin Grace Baker

Bryce Anderson Banks

Lily Katherine Barnes

Camden Isaiah Barnette

Karol Alondra Barrueta Bolanos

Caleb Dale Bear

Katherine Grace Beck

Mary Katharine Bender

Cameron Lee Bennett

Brock Patrick Berish

Brett Lee Berry

Ethan Alexander Blevins

Nathaniel Greg Blevins

Nathan Thomas Bordelon

Ryan Mason Borden

Margaret Claire Borst

Connor Alexander Bradley

Destiny Brooke Brashears

Sami Jay Bratina

Mason Keith Breckenridge

William Riley Brooke

Abi Marie Brooks

Hayden Ellis Brown

LINDSAY ETHERIDGE

Valedictorian

Jude Heath Brown

Tyler Lee Bryan

Emily Grace Burch

William Jacob Burchell

Joseph Michael Butera

Brody Phillip Butler

Dayanara Canales

Brett Thomas Cannon

Jonah Anderson Chand

Rashaad Elliot Chatmon

Meghan Taylor Cheeks

Chelsea Wangui Chege

Jack Sherod Childers

Timothy Cade Ciccazzo

Kamryn Nevaeh Clay

Kenyon Duane Clements

Conor Winston Coggins

Kendall Grace Collett

John Ross Collins

Dawson Jay Cordy

Hector Armando Cortez

Sarah Catherine Courington

Reco Jamail Crayton

Tori Lee Crider

Asher Gavin Crocker

Elisha Timothy Crutchfield

Amy Elizabeth Cuevas Diaz

Javaris LeBrun Dangerfield

Levi Carson Daniel

Kolbi Russell Daniels

Ryland Morgan Davis

Caleb Amari Demouchette

Kensen Elizabeth Dewey

David Alexander Diaz Perez

Emely Melissa Diaz Ramirez

Ella Katherine Dickerson

Christian Marcos Pereira Diniz

Addison Isabella Dockery

Addison Belle Draiss

Addison Cate Drew

Antonio D Duncan

Samuel Cecil Dunkin

Gracie Belle Dyal

Avery Claire Dyer

Elle Kate Earley

Ian Thomas Edwards

John Costa Englezos

Gavin Luke Epperson

Anasofia Espinosa Hoyos

Lindsay Lane Etheridge

Dawson Taylor Ethridge

Gavin Chad Franks

Isabelle Elise Freeman

Zachary Lee Frowine

Allie Marie Fulgham

Dalton Wakely Fuller

Jocelyn Lane Fulmer

Niurka Emil Ganchozo Solorzano

Mary Clare Gaskins

Benjamin Maddox Gentry

Christopher Andrew George

Mason Gerard Gladden

Grace Lillian Golightly

Reid Jeffery Goodson

Katelyn Marie Gottlieb

Joshua Hugh Granberry

Charis Ione Gray

DeAndre Gray

Sutton Hall Greene

Connor Glenn Griffin

Kayden Lemicah Griffin-Snow

Fred J Grooms

Natalee Michelle Guertin

Brody Chase Haithcock

Jorden De’Juan Haley

Ethan Alexander Haney

Jayden Corry Harris

Malea Kamiah Harris

Dylan Timothy Harrison

Abigail Lee Harwell

Lillian Marie Harwell

Anna Rachel Havercroft

Grace Dyer Hawkins

Aurora Monet Haynes

Braxton Nicholas Haynes

Luka Pierre Hebert

Callie Reese Hendren

Reginald Boyd Henson

Jennifer Hernandez Guadalupe

Jonathan Hernandez Sillas

Kendy Hernandez

Jaziel Edmir Hernandez- Canales

Maryanna Elaine Hicks Thomas

Michael Jude Higgins

Tyler Craig Hill

Bailey Elisabeth Hood

Jaxon Cade Hopper

Matthew Neil Horn

William Bearden Horn

Cailyn Mariyah Horstead

Kylie Sierra Hosey

Joshua Emmanuel Howard

Sophia Elizabeth Howell

Kendric O’Brian Hughley

McKenzie McCine Ingram

Dear class of 2025,

As we prepare to celebrate a moment that is both exciting and bittersweet—the graduation of the Class of 2025. I can’t help but reflect on the incredible journey we have taken together over these past four years. You, the Class of 2025, hold a special place in my heart because you are the first class I have seen through all four years of high school, many of which I remember from my days at Helena Middle School. It has been an honor

Charles Henry Jackson

Anna Grace Johnson

Grayson Olin Johnson

Matthew Logan Jones

Nathan Isaiah Jones

Nathan Michael Jones

Anna Katherine Joseph

Emily Saraiah Juarez Godoy

Cole Wesley Justice

Kaylee Anne Keenum

Braydon Andrew Kendrick

Christopher William Kent

Aniston Bailey Kenwright

Joseph Isaiah King

Laurel Marie Knight

Daniel Calvin Kolb

Emily Brooke Kovacs

Eldin Amar Kurtovic

Luke Emerson LaGrone

Martin Van Lampman

Regan MaKayla Landry

Gracyn Presley Lawing

Ava Blair Lee

Arjen Didier Lemus Contreras

Aaleah Kelise Lewis

James Austin Lewis

LaMiracle Chath Lewis

Ray Lee Lewis

Maci Tailor Lockwood

Elisavel Lopez Hernandez

Bre`Anna Raquel Lyles

Alexandra Brynn Maddox

Audrey Elizabeth Maddox

Jedun Makayla Knight Mamucud

Cole Hudson Manley

Katherine Reagan Manning

Denailia Elise Markham

Andrew Paul Marshall

Addison Lettie Martin

Madelyn Olivia May

to watch you grow, learn, and transform into the remarkable individuals sitting before me today.

From the energy of our pep rallies to the unforgettable nights at Homecoming and Prom, you have made memories that will last a lifetime. Who could forget the spectacular fireworks at Regions? Field Day brought out your competitive spirit and camaraderie, showing us all your school pride. And, of course, we celebrated a monumental achievement togeth-

Brooke Michelle Maye

Grayson Young Mayer

Jerrod Santae’ McClain

Cade Michael McClure

Madison Tyler McCollough

Andrew Grant McCoy

Denton Cade McDonald

Bryson Jay McElroy

Brandon Jace McGuire

Macie Ryan McLellan

Ava Bella McLendon

Ivan Josue McNeal

Jackson Brooks Melton

Emma Gayle Miller

Madox Joseph Minor

Hannah Grace Mitchell

Nelson Ariel Molina Menjivar

Pamela Janelle Molina

Isaiah Alexander Montano

Jaterrica Virginia Moody

Carson Bradley Moore

Devin Ryan Moore

Sady Kate Moore

Gerardo Fabian Mora

Joshua Andrew Morris

Max Gabriel Morris

Robert Corry Morris

Demi Ellyn Moss

Kobe Benjamin Murner

Canyon Noah Myrick

Kimberly Rachel Nakagawa

Hallen Monroe Neff

Diondra Latrice Nelson

Caroline Grace Nolan

Elijah Benjamin Noland

Joseph Tyler Odom

Yinoshka Lee Ortiz Pitre

Jordan Chadwick Owens

Aidan Andrew Parrish

Marlee Marie Parsons

er—being named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, a testament to the dedication, hard work, and excellence that define this class and our entire school community.

As you are about to enter a new phase of your life, I encourage you to embrace the adventures ahead with the same enthusiasm that has carried you through high school. Whether you are heading off to college, entering the workforce, serving in the military, or forging your path, know that you have the

Avery Lillian Parton

Emma Grace Patterson

Tania Je’re Payne

Mya Pearson

Nicholas Garner Peters

Lillian Melaine Phillips

Ella Camille Piazza

Harrison David Pigman

Kevin Christopher Pinkard

JaNyia Chanel Pitts

Olivia Leigh Pitts

Jake Steven Porter

Emily Kathleen- Grace Quick

Draven Allen Rager

Alyson Lanise Ragland

Madison Leigh Randall

Riley Jacob Rasmussen

Caleb Thomas Redd

Anjali Hope Reed

Graci Manning Reed

Tyler Griffin Reed

Daniel Wyatt Reeder

Dalton James Reese

Mallory Virginia Rhodes

Owen Christian Rhodes

Quality Lashun Robinson

Hayes Caroline Rush

Tiara Nicole Russell

Chloe Malynn Sacks

Brandon Scott Sanford

Devon Michael Sasser

Nathan Clark Schaab

Alyssa Cate Schiefer

Charles Anthony Schifanella

Kara Hoai Schwartz

Kylie Makenzie Gosnell Scoggins

Kylie Brooke Scoles

Jarret Lee Scott

Lauren Alyssa Scott

Carley Sophia Sabreena Seabrooke

strength, knowledge, and character to succeed.

As we mark the end of one chapter, it is only the beginning of the incredible stories ahead. Carry the lessons, friendships, and memories from these halls with you as you step into the world. Believe in yourselves as much as we believe in you.

Congratulations, Class of 2025! We are so proud of you!

Ashley Bahr, Principal, Helena High School

Christopher Todd Sellers

Michael James Sestili

Ari Nicole Shade

Madeline Kate Sharer

Ava Mackenzie Sharp

Marissa Nicole Shirley

Emma Harris Sides

Lauren Taylor Sivley

Savannah Leigh Slaughter

Elizabeth Ellen Smalley

Abigail Blair Smith

Tanner Ames Smith

Miguel Angel Sosa- Mondragon

Darby Brooke Spangler

Jeremiah Fidel Sparks

Nicholas John Spears

Jeremy LaDon Spratling

Jordan Ashley Sprich

Breanne Dawn Melgren Stanley

Gabriel Remington Brunson Stark

Baker Riosa Stephens

Bella Marie Stephens

Sophia Lynn Stewart

MeJori Jamon Stokes

Adeline Grace Storey

Dylan Wyatt Strickland

Charles Joseph Stringfellow

Ella Grace Tew

Cayden Lorell Thomas

Phoebe Kate Thomas

Macana Michelle Tidmore

Justin Toral-Orduno

Reagan Elaine Trippany

Kaden Marsh Vanderford

Julia Hamilton Vaughn

Eduardo Vazquez

Evelyn Andrea Villa Duran

Grant Mac Vines

Taylor Kinsley Vining

Ruben Vuittonet

Driving down the basketball court as time ticked down on the clock, Denton McDonald was playing for many things, but two stood out amongst the rest—the “Helena” on his chest and his dad.

For three out of his four years in high school, McDonald played for his father, Lucas McDonald, who is the head coach of the Helena boys varsity basketball team. While on the team, he got to experience some amazing pieces of history, including making the school’s first-ever trip to the Fi-

Emma Kalee Walker

Aniyah Sylkeria Ward

Torrey Nicholas Ward

Thomas Ray Washer

James Vincent Washington

Sela Laine Webb

Lillian Ray Wehby

Mallory Aves West

Denton McDonald

nal Four.

“Being a part of the basketball team at Helena High School was truly amazing,” McDonald said. “We had made history for our basketball program and I got to experience that with my dad. Most high school students will never get to say that and I am grateful for that.”

The person he became throughout high school was involved in much more off the basketball court, being a member of four honor societies, including the National Honor Society,

Carley Brianne Wheeler

Lauren Elizabeth White

Sarah Elizabeth Whitten

Cecilia May Wiggins

Brandon Maximus Williams

Hannah Grace Williams

Iris Arden Rosemary Williams

Taylor Grace Williams

National English Honor Society, Science National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta. While doing all that, he maintained a job, describing it as just another example of how he likes to push himself.

One of his teachers he credits for helping him achieve that goal of expanding his boundaries is Mrs. Kindall Cornelius, who he believes always challenged him and the rest of his classmates to think more critically.

“My English teacher Mrs.

Toni Marie Williams

Emma Elise Willmon

Jessie Lee Wilson

Toni Michelle Joyce Winfrey

Brock Leonard Wise

Rebecca Carolyn Woods

Amber Lee Wright

Aiby Ann Oquendo Wyatt

Cornelius inspired me a lot last year,” McDonald said. “She is always excited to be at school with her students. She always pushed us to expand our thinking and not stay on a basic level of understanding.”

The teachers and students who pushed him every single day are what McDonald says he will miss most about being part of the Helena Huskies. He hopes the underclassmen will see that as they go through high school, as he thinks it will make their experience better.

Mallory Kate Yarbrough

Conrad David Yost

Caleigh Lynn Yunke

Kamryn Michelle Zeigler

Ava Mari Zimmerman

Hope Christian School

70 graduates

419 Philippians Boulevard • Pelham, AL 35124

Eagles • 200 students • Have three valedictorians this year

Dear class of 2025,

Faithfulness: Steadfast Loyalty is our theme for this year. Using difficult times to demonstrate my commitment to GOD and to those who He has called me to serve. 2 Timothy 4:7-8 says, “I have fought the good fight, I finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the LORD, the righteous judge will award to me...”

You are an encouragement to us and your faithfulness causes us to stand for Jesus, Who is “the Author and Finisher of our faith.” “A faithful man will abound with blessings.” (Proverbs 28:20) Abound is defined as, “to occur or exist in great quantities or numbers; to be rich or well supplied; to be filled.” When we are faithful, we will

Elias James Abercrombie

Liliana Grace Alonso

Aaliyah Whitney Arrington

William Seth Baker

Jedidiah Charles Black

Greyson Mark Boyd

Robert Tyler Brandt Carroll

Davis Palmer Brown

Caleb Thomas Cannon

Kyleigh Rose Reagan Chesnut

James Daniel Clark

Angeline Christin Cox

Larkin Booth Cox

Leah Brianne Crosby

Corvis Khan Crowson

Noah Weslee Curl

John Paul Davis

Emma Faith Edwards

be rich (may not be earthly but heavenly rich), well supplied, and filled with God’s blessings in more ways than we can imagine.

Thank you for praying for us as we seek wisdom to stand in the gap to train mighty warriors for the LORD. YOU are the Class of 2025- the next generation. May the Lord Jesus Christ continue to create a faithful generation to do His will no matter where He leads them.

Faithfully yours,

Wayne Atchison, Connie Atchison, Dawn Burchfield, Turner

Administrative Staff, Hope Christian School

Jordan Haley Elkins

Rachel Amber Fitzgerald

Samuel Fonseca

Simon Fonseca

Katherine Elizabeth Foster

William Parker Gann

Jacob Randal Graves

Amber Marie Griffith

Krista Jayne Gulledge

Payton Rae Gulledge

Tessa Faith Hanson

Quinton Lane Harbin

Connor Wade Harris

Ella Grace Harris

Faith Louise Hicks

Breanna Lynn Hosmer

Trinity Annette Huffstutler

Jian Ying Jackson

Della Maria Johnson

Jonathan David Key

Jordan Scott Kirkpatrick

Lanie Elizabeth Klawitter

Nicola Umberto Lorusso

Lucey Elisabeth Madison

Kinsey Fate Marsh

Joseph Lee McCanna

Jared Thomas McGee

Macey Brooke Newton

Margaret Abbigale Carlene Noah

Katherine Oliva Patterson

George Atlas Pettus, III

Olivia Marie Pierce

Gavin Thomas Powell

Anthony Michael Pritchett

Clifford Allen Quinn

Noah Michael Reach

Cohen Jack Register

Julia Marie Ruck

Drake Eugene Schell

Jonathan Seals

James Luke Shows

Miriam Ruth Skinner

Rory Jade Splitt

Malachi Jordan Syx

Jude Henry Thomas

Jocelyn Raine Timothy

Stephen Lencil Turner

Alexander Michael Vaughn

Bryton Rae Walker

Jeffrey Bryan White, Jr.

Damian Erik Williamson

Preston Wade Wingard

SIMON FONSECA Valedictorian

JOCELYN TIMOTHY Valedictorian

DELLA JOHNSON Valedictorian

Indian Springs School

70 graduates

190 Woodward Drive • Indian Springs, AL 35124

340 students • Ranked the best private high school in Alabama 10 years in a row

Dear class of 2025,

It seems like just yesterday that your parents were dropping you off for your first day at Indian Springs. The nerves and anticipation of that day have been replaced with growing confidence and a sense of self. Although there have been long and tiring days along the way, in hindsight, we can all agree that the years have flown by. You will soon arrive on campus one last time as a student and leave as new Indian Springs alumni. Wear this badge proudly, for it is a great accomplishment. Your journey was hard but worthwhile. Never shy away from hard challenges throughout your life. You will be made better for trying.

Graduation is the culmination of your Indian Springs journey as a student, but it is just an inflection point in what I know will be an incredibly successful and meaningful life journey. On behalf of the faculty, staff, and administration at Indian Springs, congratulations to you on your remarkable personal accomplishments and collective achievements. More importantly, let

me share my gratitude for the contributions you have made to the Indian Springs community. It has been an absolute pleasure watching you grow over the years, sharing laughs with you, and seeing you flourish in our classrooms, on our stage, on our athletic fields, and in every other endeavor you have undertaken.

As you prepare to travel your unique path and the inevitable twists and turns of life, know that you are prepared to do so, that you are worthy of the challenges ahead, that you are more than capable, and that you are loved. We eagerly await to see all you will achieve in life beyond high school and will celebrate every significant milestone from afar. Your Indian Springs family will miss you dearly, so we hope you will come back to visit often.

With admiration and gratitude,

Scott G. Schamberger, Head of School, Indian Springs School

When reflecting on his time at Indian Springs School, Max Lizee’s mind goes to the opportunities he has excelled in during his years there.

“I’ve been involved in a lot of music, science and math at Springs,” Lizee said. “I think I’ve taken advantage of as much as Springs can offer in these areas.”

Lizee boiled down his experiences at Indian Springs to one word: wide-ranging, considering that he has accomplished so much across a variety of different fields. Despite his success, Lizee has said that he will miss the simple things once he graduates.

“I’ll really miss my friends, the beautiful campus and all the teachers who pushed me to become my best self,” Lizee said. “I’ll also miss fishing in the lake at Springs during my free periods.”

One unique class in particular stood out for Lizee during his years at Indian Springs.

“Indian Springs has a unique contemporary music class,” Lizee said. “If you’ve seen ‘School of Rock,’ then you basically know what it looks like. Each class forms a rock band out of whatever instruments we happen to play. I play jazz saxophone, which doesn’t seem like I would fit in too well, but playing my first solo on Kiss’s ‘I Was Made For Loving You’ has

to be one of my peak moments at Springs.”

Outside of his love for music, Lizee’s love for academia also defined his Indian Springs experience.

Max Lizee

“I love studying math and science, but some of the best opportunities I’ve found at Indian Springs are Dr. Cooper’s seminar-based history and political science courses,” Lizee said. “Dr. Cooper has been teaching here for over 50 years, and he’s stayed for a reason. I’ve taken his courses on nationalism and on liberalism and conservatism, and they’ve transformed my understanding of the modern world.”

Lizee was involved in a plethora of extracurriculars, mainly focused on music. However, one extracurricular activity in particular stood out above the rest.

“My most impactful extracurricular was working on a science fair project to predict water contamination using machine learning methods,” Lizee said. “Based on my experiences with environmental advocacy and my awareness about water contamination issues

in Alabama, I wanted to create a system for water contamination information that functioned similarly to air quality monitoring on weather apps. After regional and state science fair wins, this project took me to the International Science and Engineering Fair. At ISEF, my project culminated in being named a finalist for the National Geographic Geography and Geospatial Sciences Award.”

Lizee’s focus on improving water quality throughout the state continues through Indian Springs’ Capstone Research program, where he interned with a local environmental nonprofit collecting water samples for E. coli testing.

“I’m currently researching the causes of drastic increases in stormwater volume to understand how to limit associated impacts,” Lizee said. “This project solidified my love for scientific research and taught me how to delve deeper into my interests.”

Along with Dr. Cooper, another teacher at Indian Springs left a positive impact on Lizee and has set him up for success.

“The computer science teacher at Springs, Mr. Belser, taught me more than just the programming skills needed for my science fair project,” Lizee said. “He taught me how to think about problem solving, project management and how to deal with the inevitable and frustrating setbacks that I encountered many times. He didn’t get to come with me to the ISEF, in Los Angeles, but I never would’ve made it there without him.”

After graduation, Lizee plans to attend Swarthmore College, where he plans to major in physics with the aim of obtaining a PhD and conducting scientific research in the physics field. Lizee concluded by giving advice to underclassmen at Indian Springs.

“Pursue as many opportunities at Springs as you possibly can, and dig deep into your major interests,” Lizee said. “I especially recommend taking advantage of Springs’ independent study program, where you take a one-on-one course with a teacher about any topic you’re interested in and also apply for the Abroms Scholarship to fund intellectually compelling summer programs. I took advantage of both opportunities, and they led me to my interest in physics and to participating in the science fair.”

Indian Springs School

Nathan James Albert

Gia Hiren Amin

Asher Tane Sebastian Baay

Lielle Avigayl Berkowitz

Sebastian Michael Bermudez

Avery Trevor Biga

James Henry Brook

Zaid Rahim Budhwani

Chenrui Cai

Sohana Sia Caplash

Ellis Merritt Carter

Lucy Teodora Castaneda Paredes

Ian Crawford-Mendoza

Sophie Grace Dabbs

Cadence Ruveena Daniel

Jadyn Sanjana Daniel

Edward Benjamin Davis

Minh Tuan Do

Kennedy Isabella Doyle

William Lane Dunn

Marcus Edwards

Talia Mohamad El Khatib

Phoebe McKee Evans

William Augustus French

Evelyn Frances Frohsin

Julia Seaton Gale

Jackson Robert Geisen

Aviva Yael Goldberg

Shelby Ruth Grueter

Embree Lee Gunnells

Alexander Fadi Hage

Ibrahim Hamo

Ruby Mae Harris

Dylan Andrew Heald

Catherine Leigh Hinson

Mattison Grace Holsomback

Rebecca Blair Howard

Mukeni Wambui Irungu

Roman Emanuel Kessen

Sarah Knox Khamis

Josie Jihyun Kim

Samantha Caroline King

Paula Rosa Kube

Robin Lacy

Erik Roman Ledvina

William Yuehui Liang

Annette McDonald Linton

Maximilian Urban Lizee

Max Daniel Harry Markstein

Elizabeth Dawn McCarty

Charlotte Lane Miller

Radyn Moradkhani

Aiden Radley Moriya

Breyana Christina Myers

Onyedikachi Chikelo Nathan Nwosu

Thomas Kane Perry

Zeina Refai

Alex Robinson

Etta Marina Rominger

Frances Barton Rosenstiel

Julia Elizabeth Rosenstiel

Maria Eduarda Botelho Santos

Oskar Thompson Sartino

Rosa Yuan Schwebel

Benjamin Warner Simms

Beverley Carlisle Smith

Chancellor Hamilton Smith

Syla Augustine Carroll Steinman

Ann Charles Sutton

Paula Celeste Taylor-Sánchez

Chloe Linh Tran

Long Hoang Truong

Kathryn Elizabeth Wallwork

Audrey Shiuann Wang

Michelle MeiXuan Wang

Balint Weiszbart

Samuel Aaron White

Fintan Michael Wilson

Jason Zesheng Wu

Max Yuechong Xu

EDWARD DAVIS Mayor

IBRAHIM HAMO Mayor

Montevallo High School

113 graduates 980 Oak Street • Montevallo, AL 35115 Bulldogs • 506 students • The most diverse high school in Shelby County

Yan Shan Zou

Kyra Nichole Cleckley

Rebekah Elaine Brantley

Chloe’ Marie Smotherman

Abigail Rae Genry

Katia Isabel Rojas

Rachel Elizabeth Brown

Salvador De Jesus Aguirre-Garcia

Morgan Wyatt Alexander

Hannah Nicole Allen

Kandee Altamirez Roque

Adonay Cruz Alvarenga

Jacob Andrew Amell

Amaia Michelle Armstrong

John Charles Baggett

Diego Aaron Barragan Rojas

KatiJoele Kerrigan Bell

Madison Brooke Bell

Connor Houston Boyd

Gavin Reed Brown

Kimberly Ann Bush

Carnell Matthew Callender

Khalil Lendes Calloway

Sara Mackenzie Carr

Abril Casados-Estrada

Ashley Esmeralda Castillo Galdamez

Violeta Cervantes Mendoza

William Ray Chafin

Enrique Nayb Chavez

Joan Steven Chinchilla Jimenez

Irving Alexander Choto

William Benjamin Clark

Joshua Nathaniel Clayton

Madelyn Ciera Collum

Razareo Ray Conwell

Wilbert Cruz Custodio

Ailie Eileen Cunningham

Deterrius Azeem Javarion Cutts

Lacie Rene Davis

Derek Blake Diaz-Sturgis

Weston Reed Douglas

Lyriq Gabrielle Dubose

Grayson Benton Duckworth

Caleb Jace Edwards

Hugo Isaias Escalante

Jasmen N Evans

Riley Marie Fletcher

Jadyn Alyse Foster

Valeria Franco Martin

Derick Cortez Gaddis

Ashley Shamar Galindo-Rodriguez

Aaron Gallegos Silva

Maria Zulema Gallo

Kevin Garcia Acevedo

Madelyn Hope Genry

Christian Aaron Diaz Iniesta

YAN SHAN ZOU Valedictorian

When reflecting on her time at Montevallo High School, Kimberly Bush can’t help but reflect on the impressive milestones she attained during her time there. More specifically, Bush is proud of how she used her voice not only as a leader, but in the arts as well.

“Some of my favorite memories from my time at Montevallo High School include being picked as the ‘friendliest girl’ for my senior class Who’s Who to be featured in the yearbook and participating in UAB Honor Choir,” Bush said. “Being picked from my peers for this superlative has really shown me how inspiring I am towards younger students and how I’ve successfully represented Montevallo High School. Being a part of the Honor Choir at UAB not only helped me enlarge my passion for singing, but it also gave me the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet current UAB Honor Choir students.”

While Bush is proud of her accomplishments, she will definitely miss the community at MHS the most.

“What I will miss the most about high school are the friends

DeMeco Lamont Gibson

Alexandra Gonzalez-Valencia

Kalep Gage Gothard

Blaine Keith Graham

Jaiden Renea Heath

Kinnadee Yvonne-Michelle Helminiak

Reyli Hernandez

Dara Jamileth Hernández-Victor

Nylan Demetrius Hill Goode

Isabelle Naya Hoang

Kelston Noah Hodges

Makayla Danielle Howard

Terry Caden Howard

Brannon Elijah Hudson

Brayan Alexander Huerta Acevedo

Kimberly Bush

that I have made along the way, my teachers that helped guide and mentor me throughout all of my four years of high school and being on the Montevallo High School campus,” Bush said.

Bush acknowledged that high school isn’t easy, but the rewards that it provides both academically and holistically are there for the taking.

“Pushing through these four years without procrastinating really paid off in the long run,” Bush said. “High school can really transform you as a student for the better or for the worse. It all depends on how you make the most of your four years at Montevallo High School.”

During her time at MHS, Bush was a member of the National Honor Society, First Priority, Future Teachers of America, Heritage Panel, Choir and Arts/ Crafts I.

However, one particular experience outside of the classroom has been integral in shaping who

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Harleigh LaShae Knicely

Mariah Simone Lilly

Lakain Gage Lutz

Mark Anthony Madrigal Alvarado

Fatima Martinez Ortiz

Stephen Carter Mason

Eric David Maya De la Cruz

Bre’Asia Shardell McKenzie

William Roland Mitchell

Sofia Daniella Monrroy Martinez

Eli Nathanial Motes

Jesus Javier Mu?oz-Rochin

Tynan Mullan Ngalu

Jeremy Ortega De Jesus

she is today. “I am still to this day an ongoing caregiver for my 70-year-old grandmother who currently has dementia and Alzheimer’s,” Bush said. “I help cook meals for her, handle her medication and help her out with completing the chores that needed to be done. I am so very grateful to have been given this opportunity to continue to care for her and make her life easier. God has been so good to us. Caring for her has shaped me into a person I never thought I could be before. I started to see the world differently, got involved in church more and learned how to build on my faith. This heartfelt experience has really improved my mental health and overall spiritual growth.”

Bush also made sure to mention two specific people at MHS who positively impacted her growth.

“Some of the teachers and staff members who made a big impact on me were Mrs. Pastor and Mrs. Walker,” Bush said. “I

Tyra Jasmine Patton

Valeria Perez Correa

Amaria Nevaeh Prentice

Jaylen Kymani Ray

Kennedy Patrice Reaser

Mathew Connor Rhoden

Callie Lynn Riffe

Kynslie Ann Riffe

Ashley Guadalupe Rios Ocampo

Juan Diego Rios Rodriguez

Grace Lee Roberts

Emmanuel Rosas Hernandez

Keiston Isaiah Ross-Piper

Jared Salazar Ambrosio

Kevin Adair Sanchez Acabal

want to truly thank Mrs. Pastor for giving me the opportunity to be chosen in the senior spotlight this year. She has seen exceptional academic excellence and overall good character from me and I wouldn’t have done this without her support. I would also like to thank the school counselor, Mrs. Walker, for always providing me with valuable resources and answering questions I wasn’t so sure of.”

Bush’s family has been integral in her journey, with both of her parents being hearing-impaired.

“Growing up in a hearing-impaired environment has shaped me into a unique individual who can navigate two distinct worlds: the deaf community and the hearing world,” Bush said. “I’ve come to realize that there are not that many individuals out there that have been given this special gift to bridge the gap between deaf and hearing individuals.”

After graduation, Bush plans to attend Gadsden State Community College. She also plans to work towards transferring to Troy University and seeks to be involved in its Interpreter Training Program.

Abel Sanchez Ramirez

Gloribel Sanchez Ramirez

Connor James Shores

Zachary Wayne Shores

Bryce Lane Smith

Trinity Katelynn Stoutermire

Tyre’Ontae D’Audrae Sullens

DuaneLeon Kimani Thomas

Jadyn Skyler Warren

Jacob Turner Whitson

Michael Connor Whitten

Nyasha Madeline Ann Williams

Dear class of 2025,

As the school year draws to a close and you prepare to take the next step in your journey, I want to take a moment to reflect on your time here at Montevallo High School and express how proud I am of all that you’ve accomplished.

This year, and all the years leading up to it, have not been easy. You have faced challenges, both personal and academic, that have tested your resilience and character. Yet, here you are-about to walk across the stage, ready to embrace the future. The class of 2025 has shown incredible perseverance, adaptability, and commitment, and for that, I commend each of you.

As you look back on your high school experience, remember that it wasn’t just about the grades, the awards, or the accolades-it was about the lessons learned, the friendships made, and the growth you experienced along the way. It is these moments that will serve you best as you embark on the next chapter of your life, whether that’s heading to college, starting a career, or exploring other exciting opportunities. Life after high school may seem uncertain, but know that you are equipped with everything you need to succeed. The skills you’ve developed here-critical thinking, time management, collaboration, and the ability to adapt-are invalu-

able and will guide you wherever you go.

However, success isn’t just defined by what you achieve; it is also about who you become in the process. Stay curious, be kind, and always stay true to yourself. Embrace new experiences, and when you encounter obstacles, face them with the same determination that got you to this point. Remember that success is not a straight path—there will be detours, setbacks, and moments of doubt— but these are the very things that will shape you into the person you are meant to be.

As you graduate, know that this is not an end, but rather the beginning of something even greater. You are ready to leave your mark on the world, and I have no doubt that you will continue to make us proud. Your achievements here at Montevallo High School have been remarkable, and I can’t wait to see where your unique talents, hard work, and vision will take you in the future.

On behalf of the entire staff, I wish you nothing but success and happiness. Congratulations on your graduation, and may your future be bright and full of promise.

David Butts,

Principal, Montevallo High School

Oak Mountain High School

406 graduates 5476 Caldwell Mill Road • Birmingham, AL 35242 Eagles • 1,561 students • The 10th best public high school in the state

Ivan William Adams

Juliana Grace Agliata

Emily Savannah Aiken

Jimmie Greber Aiken

James Gilmore Alexander

Jude Ladner Allday

James Verlon Allen

Jessie Patricia Alley

Raneem Nasser Naif Almansour

Katelyn Karen Anderson

Logan Thomas Anderson

Ethan Arrington

Cameron Hunter Ashley

Meghan Dakota Ashley Lincoln Rayne Ayers

Virginia Cassidy Bach

Grayson Anne Badyrka

Madelyn Brooke Bailey

Joshua Bryan Balentine

Jackson Monroe Ball

Marcos Uriel Barajas

Chloe LeFlore Barbour

Dexter McNamara Barrus

Brennan James Baxley

Caleb Pearce Beatty

Thomas Blake Benson

Benjamin Fung Bickel

Luke Cannon Bishop

Marina Nicole Bivona

Nicole Maria Bojan

Connor Bradley Boswell

Charles Dennis Bourland

Sarah Grace Bowles

Brooks Patterson Braswell

Emma Lynn Bright

Gerrick Demond Brown, Jr

Nicholas Ott Brunner

Julia Anne Bueche

Kaelan Evan Burger

William Edgar Burgess, Jr

Campbell Clemons Burnett

RAMA DIA ZUAITER Valedictorian

Dear class of 2025,

I would like to begin by saying congratulations for an exceptional 2024-2025 school year. It is a joy to be surrounded by students who are not only high achievers in the classroom, but on the stage, and in the field of play, as well. You make coming to work every day a pleasure and inspire me to be a better person.

As you prepare to embark on the next chapter of your lives, whether it be pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or exploring other paths, remember the lessons you’ve learned and the values you hold dear. Never forget the value of hard work and determination. Take time to consider the impact you would like to leave as you search for your passion. Seek inspiration as you

Chloe Nicole Burrough

Elizabeth Trawick Butler

Grant Edward Butterfield

Luke Huxley Butts

Raegan Allison Campbell

Gabriel Charles Capocci

Diego Jose Carbajal Velasquez

Elia Nicole Carrillo

Langston Anthony Carter

Sheridan Belle Casey

Colton William Cason

Kathryn Emily Chartrand

Brandon Trinh Chung

Walkin Emanuel Cleage

Danielle Elizabeth Cockrell

Denise Caroline Cockrell

Chelsie Alyse Coleman

Samuel Walter Collins

Andrea Michael Connell

Kathryn Bailey Coppinger

Jackson Ray Corbin

Elly Suzanne Cox

Seamus Anderson Coyne

Hannah Grace Craddock

Samantha Kate Craddock

Henry Charles Crawford

Jacob David Crawford

Isabella Grace Culotta

Kinsley Louise Cummings

Benjamin Stewart Dahle

Wes Dieter Dameron

Hayden Patrick Datema

Hayley Elayne Datema

Brooke Addison Davis

Morrigan McKenzie Davis

Gianna Lynn Davito

Ana Julia Nogueira De Andrade

Lima

Natalia Robin Debeljuh

Abigail Rose DeLucca

Gabriella Addison Delval

Conner William Dennis

George Michael Dennis III

Shelby Leigh Deusner

Matthew Christopher Diffey

Nikos Michael DiMarco

Zanyla Iyana Dixon

Maxwell Blake Douglass

Anna JoLee DuBose

Emerson Laing-Ru Dummier

Addison Elizabeth Duncan

Lillian Grace Dunn

Madison Marie Dunnaway

Meredith Grace Dyer

Noah Jackson Eady

Garrett Mitchell Edwards

Owen Leo Edwards

Sarah Ynez Edwards

Catherine Grace Egan

Michael Joseph Egan

Cesar Brandon Elebario

Britany Joselin Escobar Martinez

Leonardo Miguel Escribens

Samantha Maria Esparza

Carl Alfredo Perez Fair, Jr

Aldyn Rae Falkenberry

Lane Michael Falone

Truman Tyler Fancher

Sarah Elizabeth Ferrell

Ava Reese Fields

Layton James Finney

Zach Parker Fitzgerald

Traderrious Tramane Foster

Alexander Brian Fricks

Daniel Charles Funkhauser

Nille Duran Gabutan

Michael Louis Gagnon

Mary Catherine Gaines

Branson James Ganus

Callista Rae Garcia

look to your role models or individuals who are already pursuing their passions. Their guidance and experiences can provide valuable insights and inspiration as you search for your own. Learn to be patient with yourself and give yourself grace on your path to success.

I am confident that the Class of 2025 will make a positive impact on the world, leaving a legacy of excellence, compassion, and integrity wherever your journey may take you.

Andrew Gunn, Principal, Oak Mountain High School

Miguel Alexander Garcia

Yuliana Garcia Cervantes

Hannah Grace Qing Gibbs

Hollis Claire Gifford

Grant Robert Gillespie

Claire Elizabeth Girup

Gabriel Thomas Givner

Tyler Avery Glenn

Lynleigh Isabel Golden

Jonathan Gomez Guzman

Talia Grace Gonzalez

Jorge Gonzalez Godoy

Paloma Gonzalez Gutierrez

Yeraldin Gonzalez-Perez

Bella MaKinley Grier

Andrew William Grissom

Carson James Grubbs

Megan Elizabeth Grubbs

Katelyn Lane Gunn

Adrian Manuel Gutierrez

Sophia Liese Hagood

Margaret Lois Hale

Troy Stallings Hardy

Aiden Michael Harmon

Olivia Summer Harmon

Elijah Andrew Harper

Caedmon Grady Harris

Cornelius Harris III

Emma Michelle Haynes

Joshua Sean Hayslett

Lily Kate Head

Halle Grace Henningsen

Natalia Michel Hernandez-Pichardo

Edwardo Hernandez Castillo

Hamilton Hewitt Hiers

Isla Mackenzie Higgins

Jenna Kaye Higgins

Clarence John Hill III

Zachary Alan Hill

Jill Elizabeth Hindman

Wilson Davis Hodo

Sophia Elizabeth Holzer

Laurie Jae Hood

Samuel Lawson Houston III

Braden Loy Huey

Eli James Huff

Kaitlyn Shea Huffman

Ashley Kimbrell Hughes

Josiah Alonzo Humphrey

Taylor James Hunter

Skylar Leanne Hutchens

Leighton Joy Hutchison

Sawyer Jay Hutton

Riku Ito

Richard Abraham Ivey

Alana Christian Jackson

Sarah Katelyn Jacobik

Nellby Marie James

Caleb Lee Oliver Jaworski

Levi Brasher Jenkins

Ethan Neil Jensen

Caleb Brady Johnson

Tashiera-Ann Lyniece Johnson

Lily Rebecca Johnston

Brandon Tyler Jones

Emma Claire Jones

Gabriel Holt Jones

Luke Matthew Jovanovich

Brantley Cole Kelly

Hunter McKenzie Kendrick

Abby Lynn Key

Andrew Whitt Kilgore

Allen Su Kim

Isabel Paige Knierim

Ryan Patrick Kozlek

Christopher James Kunard

Sophia Seowon Kwon

Alyssa Reese LaCally

Sophia Constance Laing

Jaiyah Nyemma Laister

Oak Mountain High School

Chase Patrick Lamey

Riley Alyssa Lane

Samuel Chandler Laney

Isabella Sofia Lanza

Audrey Emma Latta

Aubrie Elisabeth Lay

Harry Edward Leckemby III

Eunsong Lee

Morgan Elizabeth Lee

Robert Andrew Lee

Mary Kathryn Letcher

Audrey June Lewis

Jackson Edward Lewis

Jayden Keyrone Lewis

Tristian Bryant Lewis

Tyler Mansfield Lindsay

Alice Rose Long

Lawson Meriwether Long

Dana Valeria Lopez Santiago

Luke Thomas Lyons

Rylee Anna Brie Macomb

Keira Jeanne Maish

Samuel Edward Martin

Ian Bernardo Martinez Mendoza

Luke Daniel Marvin

Azarea Susan McCaslin

Avery Elizabeth McClain

Jaece Dior McClain

Jimmyia Grenae McDaniel

Emma Claire McGregor

James Lee McLaurin II

Virginia Elise McNamee

Barron James Meadors

Cooper Bryce Means

Zachary George Merkle

Margaret Lee Miller

Taylor Frances Miller

Brayden Will Milligan

Leslie Ann Minton

Giavanna Moira Mitchell

Mason Gregory Mitchell

Sophia Marie Mitchell

Mary Elizabeth Molay

Jacob Dylan Monosky

Jacob Douglas Moore

Lameka Rayshun Moore

Annabelle Elise Morrison

James Keegan Morrison

Elijah James Moss

Maya Vanessa Munoz

Ali Allan Najim

John Thomas Neeley

Matthew Cole Neeley

Jacqueline Tram Anh Ngo Huynh

My Thanh Nguyen

Scotty Phi Nguyen

Maggie McKenzie Norris

Jae’da Nicole Trinity O’Brien

William Michael O’Dell

Elizabeth Brown O’Kelley

Ella Claire Oates

Zachary Nathaniel Oddo

Arvin Ortega Arteaga

Clinton Charles Owens

Riley Scott Owens

Adam Linden Owes

Landis Shea Parsons

Corey Logan Paster

Carter Gerald Pate

Will McKendon Patterson

John Gregory Perkins

John William Peterson

Kim Thien Pham

Edie Marie Phillips

Angelo Joseph Piazza

Rocco Gray Plaia

Addison Kay Pollard

Jackson Wiatt Pollard

Luke Michael Pollard

William Thomas Pollard

Hailey Elle Powell

Megan Elizabeth Prevallet

Campbell Nolan Price

Logan William Price

Kendall Michaela Pugh

Emirt Ramirez-Sanchez

Sean Conner Ray

Sutton Elaine Ray

Taylor Diane Ray

Jackson Blue Reid

Meredith Paige Renfrow

Bennett Grace Renstrom

Donna Katherine Rickert

Cameron Drake Ridlehoover

Kaitlin Lorraine Riley

Noah Salim Ritchey

Campbell Addison Lily Robb

Anastasia Rose Robinson

Saxon Matthew Reed Rockett

Xavier Tyrell Rodgers

Ariana Jolice-Elveda Rodriguez

Gerardo Harding Rodriguez

Diego Alexander Rosales

Sarah Michele Rose

Brodie Russell Ross

Harper Kay Rowland

Bianca Ninette Rubio

Leslie Norma Ruiz

James Cannon Russell

Uriel Vinod Samuel

Emma Lucille Santello

Faith Ellen Scardino

Oak Mountain High School

Battling through family difficulties, the road has not always been easy for Carson Grubbs, who had to battle through trials and tribulations to get to this point in his education.

Through his time at Oak Mountain High School, Grubbs worked to make the most of his passion for theatre and his involvement in rigorous coursework. Working tirelessly between those two aspects of high school helped him develop close relationships, ones he’ll miss after he turns his tassel.

Carson Grubbs

“I think what I’ll miss most is the comfort,” Grubbs said. “The comfort of knowing I could come to school, excel in my classes and then head to theatre rehearsal and spend time with the friends I love being silly with. Oak Mountain is a place where I could grow, where I felt safe to challenge myself and still come back to something familiar.”

Not only was Grubbs involved in the school’s theatre program, but he also heavily participated on the math team for all four years. Those two organizations taught him new things about his friends that he never would have known otherwise.

before, that I absolutely adored. A large reason as to how I got through high school was because of the people and the stories I heard and I would not trade it for anything.”

try but showed me validation I needed from anyone at the time.That simple act of compassion meant everything to me.”

Cooper Daniel Sciascia

Andrea Nicole Scott

Ella Mae Scott

Michael Drennen Sears

Ella Claire Segrest

Madden Victoria Sellers

Molly Gail Shaver

John Williams Shoemaker

Trevor Walker Shook

Noah James Sibbitt

Lillian Huixiang Skates

Barton Dean Skipper

Nicholas Andrew Slay

Abigail Katelyn Smith

Alana Leigh Smith

Benjamin Parker Smith

Daveon Jermaine Smith

Grace Elaine Smith

Jada Lar’e Smith

Ruby Julia Smith

Rogelio Eduardo Soldevilla

Katie Chaelyn Song

Ashlee Sostenes Flores

Angel Soto-Ceballos

“From winning first place Shelby county math team medals across the four years to being able to culminate something everything has contributed to working on stage for four months all out on the stage it is all so rewarding,” Grubbs said.

“Theatre and math team were just two extracurriculars that opened me to a group of friends that I had never previously had

Sutherland Scout Springfield

Mackenzie Rae Stephens

Jasmin Marie Stokes

Kathleen Reagor Stone

Carlie Jane Lilly Strickland

Roniyah Karisma Strickland

Ella Mae Sturgill

Isak Bjorn Swanson

Emery Sky Tanner

Will Bennett Tate

Alexander Emerson Taylor

Nathaniel Beecher Taylor

Timia Annai Taylor

Carlos Uriel Tello Corona

Benjamin Gabriel Thomas

Catherine Amelia Throckmorton

Carson Grace Tidmore

Asya Imani Timmons

Lydia Ruth Tindall

Ian Axel Tonix-Hernandez

Maritza Torrijos Zamora

Sarina Ying Tran

Azland Jax Trotter

Madison Calhoun Tubre

Over his time at OMHS, Grubbs took 12 Advanced Placement courses and numerous other difficult classes. He credits his teachers, like Mrs. Charon Wilcox, for giving him support on tough days.

“In tenth grade, when I was going through some of the hardest struggles of my life, it was Mrs. Wilcox who noticed the small things,” Grubbs said. “She would make small acts of complimenting how I was doing in her class which not only led me in pursuit of chemis-

Ava Allison Tucker

Seth Harrison Tucker

Zachary Barron Tullis

Jumail Uddin

Anna Claire Underwood

Camila Teresa Uribe

Hailey Caroline Van Beek

Derrick Emmanuel Alexander Vance

Nikolaos Anthony Varvoutis

William David Vebber

Sadhana Velmurugan

Rigoberto Venzor Moran

Eleanor Shao An Vineyard

Logan Scott Walker

Jayden Terrell Wallace

John Maxwell Warren

Noah Emmanuel Washington

Carson William Waters

Da-Najah Makiha Watkins

Robert Elliott Watkins

Addison Connor Watson

Owen Ethan Wells

Benjamin Elisha West

William Rhett Wheeler

He also stated his compassion for Ms. Amanda Bittinger, who he says is his biggest inspiration as he prepares for his college journey and a person whose voice he will carry with him every step of the way.

Closing one door and opening the next into the unknown, Grubbs plans to use his academic intelligence at Cornell University, studying chemical engineering. While he will travel across the country for college, he believes leaving his comfort zone will be worth it.

He hopes to use his studies in order to manufacture drugs that will aid in bad addictions, while also keeping the possibility open of doing something with acting.

William Harrison Whisenant

Emoni Amir White

Margaret Grace White

Rachel Leigh White

Rachael Ruth Whitley

Mikala Rose Whitworth

Kadyn Nicole Wideman

Braxton Laymen Wilhoite

Tiffany LeAnne Willard

Caroline Nicole Willcutt

Amaree Ahmad Williams

Emerson Baker Willingham

Peyton Rhys Wilton

Mary Elizabet Wood

Kaidence Denise-Marie Woods

Emily Brooke Wren

Nathan Howard Wright

Lilah McKenzie Wurthmann

Robert Lee Yoder IV

Sophia Wilder Zaharko

Aldo Alan Zamora

Rama Dia Zuaiter

Pelham High School

270 graduates

2500 Panther Circle • Pelham, AL 35124 Panthers • 1,058 students • Ranked the 19th best public high school in Alabama

Dulse Maria Acosta Tejeda

Kayleen Maria Acuna

Sarah Alexandra Adams

Abigail Samantha Alexander

Shadi Najib Ali Mohammed Abdullah

Luis Alexander Amaya-Morel

Gamaliel Aragon Rodriguez

Valerie Arceo

Alvin Rafael Arias

Josed Alejandro Arteaga

Kelly Alexandra Arteaga-Pacheco

Jocelyn Ascencio Sanchez

Sophia Elizabeth Bacik

Shelby-Grace Shores Bailey

William Richard Bailey

Sofia Ballesteros-Cerquera

Catalina Noelle Barnett

Jeralyn Stacy Batalla Mejia

Ashley Marie Bazinet

Noah Aiden Bell

Christopher Bello Silvan

Juliana Bitas

Sophia Louise Blagovich

Jaylyn De’Shawn Bonner

Audrey Leigh Booen

Liam Patrick Brainerd

Laney Nicole Brennan

Bella Blue Brooks

Benjamin Alexander Brooks

Ashton Jerrod Brown

Jeremy Alejandro Burgos Rivera

Christian Xavier Burns

EDWIN HERNANDEZ

Valedictorian

Mary Elizabeth Byrd

Adriana Camayo Sandoval

McKinley Rowell Cameron

Mitzi Rubiceli Cano Lopez

Juliet Elizabeth Carden

Trey Scott Carlton

Noemi Carmona-Aldana

Fidel Amilca Casco-Guardado

Jazmin Berenice Castaneda-Cuevas

Jair Castillo Hernandez

Benjamin Franklin Catchings

Mariana Channell Bautista

Bianca Amanda Chapple

Nadia Nicole Childs

Levi Wade Clardy

Clea Clementine Collins

Emmy Alyssa Cook

Tiffany Samantha Coronado

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Jhovany Cortes

Alex Daniel Cruz Cordova

Alan Cruz-Julian

Daveon Daron Curry

Egypt Ashley Daniel

Patrick William Darrenkamp

Isaac Moises Davalos

Dannika Ireland Davis Munsell

John Grayson Davis

Seth Jaxon Davis

Peyton Lewis Denham

Nyla Monee Dickens

Hunter Everett Drawhorn

Alessia Uyen Duong

Isabella Michelle Ebersole

Mikayla Jordan Edwards

Jordan James Ehley-Weldon

Jocelyn Kay Elliott

Keira Nicole Ellis

Cole Jackson Enns

George Escamilla-Olague

Robert Fernando Esquivel

Elder Eran Esquivel-Garcia

Johan Alexander Favero

Robert Flores Juarez

Dianna Kristal Flores Tejada

Amberlee Nicole Flores

April Tungkasiri Floyd

Cameron Peyton Fondren

Hailey Morgan Freis

Ryan Peyton Funderburk

Shea Lynn Gallagher

Anthony Garcia Flores

Jacinto Ariel Garcia Hernandez

Delani Nicole Gardner

Jake Wilson Garner

Javian Noah Gee

Isabella Lee Gentry

Mackenzie Renee Gilkerson

Johnathan David Gilles

Mia Isabelle Gironda

Alijah Brendan Glenn

Abigail Laine Glover

Christian Gomez

Victoria Gonzalez

Anthony Granados-Suarez

Caroline Marie Green

Coleman Edward Green

Michael David Green

Amaya Clarice Griffin

Sydney Jordan Griffin

Brandon Odean Griggs

James Thomas Groover

Brandon Joseph Guardado

Jaylyn Alyssa Gutierrez

Caroline Elizabeth Hamby

Seth David Hamilton

Julia Catherine Hardy

Chase Amari Hayes

Trenden Jamal Heard

Kobe Ray-Allen Hearon

Jaiden Marie Henderson

Emanuel Hernandez Cardenas

Jessica Paloma Hernandez Gonzalez

Edwin Christopher Hernandez

Dear class of 2025,

As you approach your final days at Pelham High School, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey you’ve had and encourage you to keep your eyes focused on “The Big Picture”.

Life, much like your time here at PHS, is made up of snapshots, moments of joy, challenge, success, and even setbacks. It’s easy to get caught up in the small frustrations, the unexpected detours, and the obstacles that may arise. But as you look back on your time here, remember not to let these fleeting moments cloud your vision of the bigger journey that lies ahead.

Challenges and setbacks are but single frames in the larger narrative of your life. My hope is that you have learned, single frames do not define you! Rather, they teach you, shape you, and give you the resilience to keep moving forward. Many of you have spent the last four years embracing each lesson and realizing that every step, every trial, and every triumph has helped you grow into a young adult who is prepared for the future beyond the walls of this high school.

At the same time, don’t forget to enjoy the journey. The moments you’ve shared with friends, the relationships you’ve built, and the memories you’ve created are just as valuable as the goals

you have set for yourself. Take time to appreciate these experiences, for they complete your story as a Pelham Panther.

As you prepare to step into the next chapter, remember that each day you’ve spent at PHS has added to your story. The legacy you leave behind will be felt by the students who follow in your footsteps, and the impact you’ve made here will resonate for years to come. You have set the bar high for those who will walk these halls after you.

Know that you will be deeply missed by all of us at PHS. Your accomplishments, your spirit, and your leadership have inspired and uplifted us all. As I reflect on your time here, I am filled with pride for all that you have achieved and the incredible potential you carry with you into the future.

Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your journey. We look forward to watching you continue to inspire, empower, and achieve in all that lies ahead. I have no doubt that the best is yet to come for each and every one of you.

As always, Once a Panther, Always a Panther!

S. Sabrina Tutchtone,

Principal, Pelham High School

Edwin Hernandez, a Pelham High School senior, remains humble despite receiving outstanding honors.

Along with being PHS’s valedictorian, Hernandez is also a recipient of the QuestBridge Match Scholarship, a scholarship matching students from low-income backgrounds with full four-year scholarships to colleges across the country.

Hernandez was selected from more than 25,500 applications nationwide, and was matched with Stanford University, where he is aspiring to double major in chemical engineering and business at Stanford. Hernandez described what these achievements mean to him personally, specifically being honored as valedictorian.

“This achievement signifies the many blessings I was given in life,” Hernandez said. “I was given many opportunities and

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chances to succeed, even when I possessed so little. In short, it’s an amazing achievement I am grateful to have.”

While Hernandez is proud of the work he’s accomplished in the classroom, he is perhaps most fond of the friendships forged outside of it.

“Some of my favorite memories from Pelham High School are the various times my friends and I were able to hang out for various extracurriculars and clubs,” Hernandez said. “The after-school activities strengthen relationships. I’m going to

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miss the supportive and cheerful community of Pelham. So many people do things out of the goodness of their hearts, and so many people are easy to talk to.”

Hernandez didn’t have one singular motivation for his academic and extracurricular success, instead citing a plethora of influences and experiences in his life that led him to this point.

“No one thing motivated me, but a set of circumstances,” Hernandez said. “Throughout my upbringing and time in Pelham High School, I was exposed to a lot of challenges that made me

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think about what I thought. I began to lose faith as things around me failed me. I felt lost. I was in a purgatory, but I was hungry for hope. I searched and searched until I was called to faith. A belief that I could make a difference to my family, community and the world became my purpose, and became the difference. I reasoned that I could change the most lives if I were my best self, so I pursued academics in hopes of becoming better at changing lives.”

While being his best self came with trials and tribulations, Hernandez is thankful for the legacy he leaves behind at PHS, and left underclassmen with advice as he moves on to his next chapter.

“Have faith,” Hernandez said. “Life can be hell, or even worse, but knowing that you can do it gives you the strength to not be knocked down, because after all, if it can be done, all you need to do is do it.”

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Angelina Lopez Vasquez

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Camryn Lane McMinn

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Luis Alejandro Medina-Guzman

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Maurice Xavier Merchant

Anna Evelyn Messer

Kaleb Jordyn Miles

Emelia Jonatha Mitchim

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Alessandra Mondragon

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Harmoni Symone’ Moore

Lesly Arianna Moreno Alvarez

Walter Alexander Moreno Escobar

Fabian Daniel Morillo Vegas

William Timothy Morrisse

William Caleb Murcia Garcia

Shalon Nyaguthii Muthee

Ryan Mwangi Nduati

McKenzie Alexandria Nelson

Trinh Thi Ngoc Nguyen

Sara Katherine Nicholson

Kai Lynniece North

Kyle Francis O’Neil

Benjamin James Otieno

Jeffrey Adonis Palacios

Kelsey Jane Panizzi

Hayden Rylan Parker

Stella Moniaree Parker

Kaden Daniel Parramore

Alina Patel

Harper Hollander Peek

Marisol Pena Martinez

Alan Yahir Perez Jimenez

Brandon Perez Librado

Demiah Arrington Perry-Burrell

Khaleb Dionne Perryman

Alexandria Raven Pettway

Monica Janelle Pettway

Lily Marie Pharo

Gloria Ann Phillips

Kalib Gregory Tarver Porter

Noah Michael Powell

Danius Vitalijus Pukstys

Jacob Lee Quinton

Bryant Ramirez Onofre

Kyla Renee Rembert

Avery Madison Riley

Yoseline Rivas Arias

Jesse Will Rogers

Emmett Jacob Ropa

Kamryn Marie Rouveyrol

Rebecca Lane Roy

Riley Noland Sams

Anthony Juvon Sanders

Maria Lisette Sandoval

Dylan Santos Alfaro

Dania Serna Guerrero

Inaaya Imran Shafique

Madison Kelly Shebs

Abigail Grace Alvarez Silwal

Alexa Regan Simpson

Alise JaMiyah Singleton

Kendall James Smith

Kennedy Grace Smith

Callie Grace Snider

Preston Logan Strickland

Koffi Freeman Paul Sunday Domingo

Madison Rose Swinford

Abigail Aislin Taylor

Kevin Tena-Aguirre

Garvin Otha Thomas

Sarah Beth Thornton

Samuel Joseph Tolbert

Pinkney Alexander Tooson

Clelin Merary Torres Palencia

Elias Luis Torres-Diaz

Emilee Cecilia Tucker

Tyler Thomas Tucker

Macqueline Tyler

Diego Ugalde Martinez

Leonel Abimael Velasquez Ramirez

Sebastian Vences-Basave

Brenna Layne Vickery

Matthew Clayton Vines

Haylee Elizabeth Volz

Kendall Sinae Washington

Brianna S’Mone Weldon

Luke Van Christopher Weldon

Kenley Keilani Diana Callie Wheeler

Danny Ray Williams

Clifton Faron Windham

Walter Blake Woodall

Londyn Arissa Wynn

Madeleine Grace Yocom

John Michael Yonosko

Janiya Young

Shelby County High School

128 graduates

101 Washington Street • Columbiana, AL 35051 Wildcats • 584 students • Ranked the 122nd best high school in Alabama

Chloe Paige Abbott

Campbell Reece Aderholt

Omar Noe Aguilar Victoriano

Jesse Herschel Bailey

Skyler Rayne Bailey

David Anthony Barnes

Nickolas Michael Benton

Noah Blake Benton

Allison Ann Binkerd

Brady Morgan Blackwell

Caroline Sherlyn Blanco-Acosta

James Keanan Brasher

Brady Hunter Brown

Dawson Stephen Bryant

James Ethan Burnette

Jeremy Miles Burnette

Emma Grace Butler

Mason Wells Carden

Alston-Barry Christopher Carlisle

Claire Morgan Chitwood

Kenna Mae Connell

Alexis Marie Cotton

Isabella Rose Cox

Aria Nevaeh Dailey

Analise Beth Cierra Dansby

Catelynn Elaine Davis

Cheyanne Grace Davis

Spencer Barrett Decker

Emily Marie Dixon

SPNCER DECKER Valedictorian

Mystic Storm Doss

Haley Lorene Duckett

Ethan Michael Edwards

Aubrey Anne Eisenhardt

Justin Taylor Epperson

Landon James Eskridge

Lucas Theodore Ewing

Samantha Claire Faile

Kole William Forester

Bruce Michael Godbold

Daleigh Sue Griffin

Daven Charles Griffin

Addison Taylor Grigsby

Josue Omar Gutierrez Recinos

Emma Jane Hague

McKenzie Janae Hallford

Jordan Lexus Harris

Damon Elijah Holliman

Alana Nicole Horton

Ariana Elizabeth Horton

Kristina Marie Horton

Ashlynn Bailee Jackson

Hailey Savannah Jett

Madilyn Clare Jinright

Nathan Henry Johns

Weslie Claire Johnstone

Kenneth Owen Joiner

Chad Nicholas Jones Layten Chase Kent

Brayden Lamar Kimbrell

Joshua James Kimbrell

Tyler James Kojetin

Jakaden Jakeis Lauderdale

James Christopher Ledbetter

Francisco Daniel Limon

Federico Lopez Vazquez

Lizmarie Alcaraz Lopez

Trista Nevaeh Lowery

Logan Keith Loyd

Kai Gabriel Lozier

Marjorie Nahomi Lujan Ruiz

Alyssa Nevaeh Markey

Ashlynn Rose Markey

Cameran Alyas Marks

Alona Leigh Martin

John Robert Colby Matherson

Aaliyah Shuniya Mayfield

Taylor James Minton

Jacob Lee Moran

A’Tasjai Nycole Morrissette

Abigail Grace Nave

Brittnay Guadalupe Nunez-Martinez

Diana Ortiz-Acatecatl

Gael Alexander Ozuna Martinez

Anthony Giovanni Palmieri

Nicolai Vincenzo Palmieri

Cheyenne Patrisha Patterson

Zaiden Le’Vasea Patterson

Caroline Claire Payne

Forever Night Portis

Layla Louise Potts

Thomas John Rath

Daniel Lars Reece

Christian Bradley Reed

Anyah Ann Denise Roberts

Luis Angel Rodriguez Cruz

Michael Alexzander Roegner

Stephany Nayelly Santos Martinez

Leeton Garnett Satchell Jr.

Jayven Lezah Sellers

Ella Renee Shirley

Timothy Kamyn Shoemaker

Thomas Garrett Slaughter

Ashley Jo Smith

Madeline Karley Smith

Dakota Aaron Honeycutt

As Shelby County High School senior Eli Holliman walks off the stage in May, he’ll carry with him a wealth of memories that he’ll never forget.

“I’ve enjoyed getting to see people every day and making friendships and relationships that will last a lifetime,” Holliman said. “Plenty of good memories.”

A particular standout memory were all the times his beloved pet dog Scroggy join him and his friends at SCHS for all their activities.

“My dog would come to school all the time and he’d hang out at my car, see me at lunch and he’d even come practice football with us,” Holliman said.

During his time as a Wildcat, Holliman made a name for himself on the football—forging friendships and solidifying a legacy as a player. Holliman credits his teachers and coach-

Dear

class of 2025,

Congratulations on reaching this much anticipated and wellearned milestone in your academic career! It has been such a pleasure to be your principal and see you learn and grow the last four years. Each of you has something to be proud of as you reflect on your time at

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es for shaping him as a student and gave special credit to coach Cory Hamrick and teacher Dustin Cleckler.

“Coach Hamrick has always been a super nice guy to me and someone that I felt I could go to for advice,” Holliman said. “Mr. Cleckler, he’s my AgriScience teacher, he’s got me jobs over the summer and he’s just a great guy. I’m so thankful for them.”

SCHS and prepare to step into adulthood. You have won exciting games, performed admirably on stage, challenged yourselves in the classroom, learned new trades, served others, and led with integrity. Thank you for the mark of excellence you have left on your school and community in this season of your life.

Embracing struggle and finding ways to overcome will

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Holliman says football stands among the things he’ll miss most about his time at SCHS.

“The thing I’ll probably miss the most is football and just being able to hang out with all my friends,” Holliman said. “My junior year, I was on All-County and was an All-State player. I had 86 tackles and three pick sixes. So, that was a very special season and it got me a good bit

continue to serve you well and my hope is that your ability to persevere through adversity will persist as you move forward. The right path is rarely the easy path, and our teachers and staff at SCHS have committed themselves to equipping you with the wisdom and fortitude to pursue what is best even when it is hard. You were created on purpose and for a purpose. Your presence is

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of recognition from colleges.”

That recognition has led to Holliman getting the opportunity to attend Erskine College on a scholarship where he plans to continue playing football and will major in education. After college, He says he hopes to become a teacher and a football coach—bringing things full circle.

“Being a coach is something special because you’re spending more time with the kids than they are with their family,” Holliman said. “As a coach, you need to be a good leader and that’s what a lot of kids need, a good role model. So, hopefully I can play that role one day.”

As he bids farewell to this time with the Wildcats, Holliman has one last piece of advice for any incoming freshman.

“Don’t be shy, get involved and make friends,” he said.

significant and you can have a positive influence and impact in the lives of others every day. I am proud of each of you and am so happy to have been part of your lives. Once a Wildcat, Always a Wildcat!

Sincerely,

Kyle Dudley Principal, Shelby County High School

Montez Demarcia White Jr.

Emily Rosella Wickersham

Trinity Marie Woods

Kayla Danielle Works

Brody Layne Young

Shelby County High School

Spain Park High School

347 graduates

4700 Jaguar Drive • Hoover, AL 35242

Jaguars • 1,503 students • Ranked the 7th best high school in Alabama and the No. 1 high school in Shelby County

Dear class of 2025,

Congratulations to the Spain Park High School class of 2025!

I have taken every opportunity that I could find over the last three years to remind each of you what our goals are for you as a student at Spain Park: for you to be safe, comfortable, and ready to learn so that you can grow, learn, and succeed AT and AFTER Spain Park. Each of

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you achieved your own unique successes at Spain Park and reached the ultimate goal of graduation. Congratulations!!! Your diploma will open doors and serve as a ticket to what’s next and will set you up for success AFTER Spain Park.

It is my hope that, in addition to all of the information and standards you learned in class and through all of the hard work, tests, projects, victories, defeats, and events, each of you have had fun and made mem-

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ories that will last a lifetime. Thank you for your hard work, ideas, leadership, and for all of the memories that you have given all of us at Spain Park.

I am so very thankful and proud to be your Principal. It is bittersweet that I won’t get to see each of you in the hallways, on the field, in classrooms, or the lunchroom anymore. I am going to miss each of you. But, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe said, “There are only two lasting bequests we can hope to

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give our children. One of these is roots, the other wings.” Your roots are as a Spain Park Jag. It is time to spread your wings and do BIG things! Thank you, Class of 2025, and congratulations! Go Jags!

Love,

Dr. E (Amanda Esslinger)

Principal, Spain Park High School

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SPAIN PARK'S SENIOR CLASS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

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Charles Finn Carter

Aldo Castillo

Palmer Angeline Cerniglia

Natalie Michelle Chelewski

Mason Wu Chen

Xuyang Chen

Ahil Aly Chunara

Michael Phillips Coleman

Autumn Grace Collins

Sofia Paola Contreras

Jordyn Blair Corey

Christian Paul Corgill

William Tate Correia

Elizabeth Gaile Corrin

Amberly Grayson Cotting

Nylah Michelle Cottrell

Walker Preston Coxhead

Jayden Darryl Craig

Landon William Crane

Mary O’Neal Criswell

Silisa Maria Cruz

Gianna Marie Curtis

Katherine Elizabeth Dabbs

Julia Mae Daigle

Britton June Dana

Samuel Ethan Daniel

Trinity Nicole Daniels

Tyler Dustin Davidson

Harryet Carolina De Angelis Cantillo

Isaac Yang Decker

Johnathan Emerson Decker

Naser Mojahed Deeb

Richard Thomas Defilippo

Chaimaa Derkaoui

Brea Amae Dial

Alba Marisol Diaz Duran

Sofia Maria Dieguez Marino

Calvin Hiep Dinh

Madeline Mia Doll

Juelz Drake Dunn

Marcus Deon Ellis

Zachary Kai Erickson

Kyle Landen Fairless

Makhia Catherine Farris

Elijah Samuel Ferguson

Geno Nickalus Ferguson

Reese Anne Ferguson

Jennifer Alessandra Flores Guzmán

Geraldine Nicolle Flores

Victoria Michelle Flournoy

Lilly Faith Foley

Joshua Nathaniel Geh Fonbah

Addison Cadence Ford

Lukas Colin Ford

Brooklyn Danielle Fortney

Mitchell Keith Frazer

Ella Gracyn Gant

Della Rose Gaston

Ava Grace Geoghegan

Reagan Anise Gilbert

Azhly Esmeralda Gonzalez Lopez

Addison Jayleigh Goodman

Mackenzie Abigail Goodwin

Garrett Jackson Gorman

Jack Harwood Graham

Charleston Jamal Gray

Jackson Elizabeth Greene

James Henry Gregory

William Harris Gregory

Keira Jewel Gross

Caroline Nola Gruszczynski

David Elias Gunnells

Larry Lee Guthrie

Sawyer McLain Hardy

Lily Katherine Harper

Gracee Lu Harrell

John Riley Harrelson

Madison Elaine Harvey

Jaxon Alexander Haygood

Wesley Dunaway Haynes

Noah Davis Hendrix

Zoharis Aslin Hernandez Diaz

María Fernanda Herrera

Ann Harper Herron

Drake William Hibbard

Blakelee Savannah Hibbs

Hannah Grace Hickman

Kaitlyn Gabrielle Hicks

Ellison Ann Hill

Trevon D Undra Hill

Breanna Lan Hoang

Mary Savannah Holder

Hagen Kristopher Holley

Jay Donovan Hollingsworth

Chemari Jasean Holmes

Kenley Marie Holmes

Kyle Beckett Hooker Johnson

Zoe Alexandra Houser

Matthew Spurlin Howard

Isabella Marie Howe

Sophia Marie Hulcher

Luke William Humber

Nancy I Huneidi

William Levi Hunt

Mary Cothran Hunter

Grayson Elizabeth Hyde

Jordan Rhae Ingram

Zakia Iqbal

Lexine Estrella Isip

Erin Nicole Jayne

Javairia Jehangir

Kennedi Marie Jennings

Jose Hector Jimenez Dominguez

Omar Jimenez Sandoval

David Thomas Johnson

Elyza Bo Qian Johnson

Landon Jamaal Johnson

Michael Lynn Johnson

Robert Judson Johnson

Audrey Lynn Jones

Triniti Jai Jones

Demontae Dewayne Jordan

Parker Thomas Jordan

Kevin Juarez Salazar

Trevor Hicks Julich

Rahul Karthik

Veronica Maura Keene

Evan James Kelty

Haneen Ghassan Kharashgah

Connor David Kinney

Emma Bridges Kleckley

Caden Lee Knoffloch

Gabriel Garland Knox Moultry

Charles Robert Kramer

Andrew Kennedy Kunz

Chase Landon Kyes

Katherine Elizabeth Laney

Alexandra Corinne Langan

Danielle Nicole Langston

Tatum Elise Lasseter

Christian Deshaun Lee

Madison Elizabeth Lee

Daniel Layne Leigeber

Noah Bradley Lewis

Tracy Li

Adrian Dane Littlefield

Erissa Rose Lusain

Stephanie Maldonado Gonzalez

Micah Stephen Malouf

Maggie Lee Manahan

Alexander McCall Mancill

Amber Nicole Mangina

Jennifer Michelle Martinez Reyes

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Brayden Kyle Matherson

Scarlett Ava Maxwell

Emma Katherine Mccarty

Elijah Matthew Mccay

George Alexander Mckelvey

Marley Rose Mclaughlin

Patrick James Mcqueeney

Clara Jayne Mcshane

Hannah Cathryn Meacham

Alexander Haylen Mejia

Maddox Emilio Mendez

Bryan Armenta Mendoza

Samuel Paul Messer

Walter Eric Meyer

Joshua Michael Milazzo

Jack Larson Millard

Zion Eric Mims

Sydney Elise Miranda

Lucas Matthew Mitchell

Za Niya I Mitchell

Yousra Abdulghalil Mohamed

Milena Addison Moore

Pierina Valeria Morales Nunez

Melika Morshedi

Ashlee Gizzelle Munguia

Helen David Mwangota

Molly Kathryn Myers

Avinash Ashok Nair

William Jackson Nalls

Abigail Grace Nasworthy

Chloe Grace Nelson

Hanna Hendrick Nelson

Justin Kendall Newton

Emily Grace Wanjiru Njau

Ethan James Karuiru Njau

Isabella Rose O’Hare

Emilio Pablo Obregon

Ray Oluwaseun Olatubi

Adrielly Oliveira Oliveira Garcia

Ali Salem Omar

Kevin Xavier Oyuela Melendez

Mohammad Ahsinali Panwar

Ethan Jaxon Parker

Joy C Patel

Christine Maya Peacock

Aliciaanna Star Perkinson

Anthony DeWayne Petty

Darbie Nhi Pham

David Nam Pham

Jaylen Ra’Shaun Phillips

Quena Phingar

Katie Lynn Ponder

Oleksandra Sasha Popova

Emma Morgan Pritchett

Robert Donovan Propper

Zyeshawn Christopher Prude

Bailey Anna Elizabeth Pugh

Samuel Davidson Pyle

Nikia Eugene Ragsdale

Zion Lee Randall

Lilla Bradley Ray

Quentin Norris Ray

Clara Katherine Ritter

Anna Camryn Rives

Jada Carolyn Jane Rives

Agustin Rodriguez Gomez

Olivia Rose Rogers

Alicia Sofia Rosato

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Cole Rowan Russell

William Jackson Russell

Angel Alexander Saenz Garcia

Norman Rocco Saia

Nicole Correia Salgado

Travis Contrell Sanders

Ava Claire Schach

Alexander Gregory Schneider

Stephen Farver Schneider

Jackson Robert Sellers

Dakarai Antwan Shanks

Emma Taylor Sheffield

Allie Tatum Shively

Laila Simone Sibley

David Paul Robert Sims

Mary Catherine Sizemore

Joseph Richard Smaha

Eli Landrum Smallwood

Charisse Yun Smith

Noah Christopher Smith

Talan James Smith

Talon Michael Snow

Addison Jean Soehn

Rebecca Lenore Stafford

Aubrey Melonie Stemshorn

Kameryn Parker Stevenson

Chevar Junior Stewart

Jadynn Jacques Stewart

Lyla Lane Stiles

Emily Oriana Stokes

Shifan Naushad Surani

Nicholas Travis Sutton

Holden Monroe Sweitzer

Shay Nicole Tabor

Dalton Scott Taylor

Jovan Darrius Taylor

Ryan River Taylor

Robert Brice Thompson

Robert Whitten Thorn

Andrew Zills Thornton

Teagan James Thornton

Catherine Alexandra Thorworth

Ayda Jo Tidwell

Garrett Michael Tims

Zheeselle Haika Tindi

MaKayla DeAnika Tolbert

Anh Quynh Tran

Tyra Tran

Merlin Noemy Trigueros Olivar

Joshua Thomas Tulloss

Aniyah Sarae Tyus

Raina Rahim Valliani

Maria Estefani Vazquez Roblero

Maxwell Blake Vinson

Minh Nhat Vo

Phat Duc Vo

Stephany Nyambura Wairimu

Aden Jai Walker

Barry Chase Walker

Andrew Howell Walters

Claire Wanlass

Samuel Alexander Ward

Parker Willson Weimar

Mia Le Weldon

Everett Justin Wesley

Summer Lynne Westwood

Ella Grace Wheeler

Madison Elizabeth Wiley

Sha’Vonne Nicole Wilkins

Jacob Kenyon Williams

Jordan Kenyon Williams

Reese Marie Williams

Wesley Robert Williams

Emily Elizabeth Wilson

Emily Addison Wollitz

Hudson Grace Woodall

Lindsay Anarenea Woodard

Carter Anthony Zajac

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Sasha Popova has made herself a key part of Spain Park High School over the course of her high school career. However, she was not always a part of the Hoover community.

Popova is a native of Ukraine and came over to the United States when she was in fourth grade. She had to adjust to starting elementary school in Texas, which has a much more different teaching style than she had in eastern Europe.

However, that adjustment was nothing like moving across state lines to start her high school career. Looking back, she is glad to have many strong friendships and the formative experiences they brought.

“It was kind of hard for me to make friends at first, but now I’m more than grateful for my

Sasha Popova

parents allowing me to move with them to Alabama because that has opened so many new things for me and new friendships and opportunities for me to grow in and to finally find out who I am,” Popova said.

A big way that Popova adjusted was by getting involved with many different clubs. She joined the art club and eventually received a scholarship from the Bluff Park Art Alliance for her talents.

She also joined the tennis team and is an ambassador for SPHS, helping give tours to new students like she was

by showing them about life at Spain Park. Popova also serves as the SGA chaplain and leads the school in the pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence every morning.

Popova also adjusted quickly in the classroom and is grateful to the many teachers who helped her along her journey. She is particularly grateful to Mrs. Wallace and Mr. Parker for the very different ways that they helped her develop as a person.

Now, Popova prepares to

go to Auburn University as a pre-architecture student, but she is grateful for her four years at Spain Park.

Looking back on her journey, she hopes that others can follow in her footsteps by putting themselves out there to try new experiences and make new friends.

“Always say yes to trying new things,” Popova said. “All the memories and all the fun times that I look back and think about during my high school career have always been hanging out with my friends, going to random school events like the theater plays or choir shows and just always go to all the football games and just being really involved in school so you can build so many memories and so many new friendships.”

Thompson High School

556 graduates

1921 Warrior Parkway • Alabaster, AL 35007

Warriors • 2,203 students • The third largest high school and 35th best public high school in Alabama

Dear class of 2025,

On behalf of our faculty and staff, I sincerely congratulate you all for accomplishing this important goal in your lives. I am extremely proud to know you, and I am thankful for the contributions you have made to Thompson High School, Alabaster City Schools, our community and state, and your own personal lives and families. I am also grateful for your powerful impact upon so many others, including the underclassmen at THS. The influences you have made during your time with us will be valued forever.

You have demonstrated impressive levels of success in a wide range of areas, including achievements in academics, athletics, the arts, and across all of our clubs, competitions, organizations, and activities. The THS Class of 2025 was supremely engaged in our quality academic programs like Dual-Enrollment, AP, and Honors courses, as well as successfully completing pathways throughout our Career Technical Education Academies. This class has a remarkable number of Valedictorians and Salutatorians, as well as a high rate of students who have earned industry credentials. This group of seniors are more than prepared for college and career opportunities, as they will attain yet another extremely high graduation rate and college & career readiness rate. You have won a multitude of championships across several sports and activities, and have established a tremendous reputation in our visual and performing arts programs

by winning a myriad number of contests and competitions at the regional, state, and national levels. These accolades across athletics, the arts, and many of our competition activities speak to your hard work, competitiveness, and commitment to excellence. There are a significant number of leaders in this class who have ascended into state and national leadership roles, as well as earned many awards and marks of recognition for their leadership. The THS Class of 2025 is filled with strong leaders who are poised to positively impact the world.

You are accomplished and successful beyond measure, and I am thankful to have known you, observed your growth and performance, and to be there with you as you cross the stage towards the next chapter of your lives. As you transition into life beyond high school, please know that you are prepared to achieve at unprecedented levels. Be confident in your abilities, and have the perseverance and grit to capture your lofty goals. Continue to strive for the highest pinnacles of excellence and be the true Warriors that you are. I congratulate the Thompson High School Class of 2025, and I wish you all the best!

Warrior Strong, Wesley Hester, Ph.D.

Principal, Thompson High School Assistant Superintendent, Alabaster City Schools

Thompson High School

ABIGAIL MACHOVEC Valedictorian

ADDISON BANKS Valedictorian

ADDISON EDWARDS Valedictorian

AENAYA VINES Valedictorian

AKAREE BARBOUR Valedictorian

ALAINA SIMPSON Valedictorian ALAURA MYERS Valedictorian

ALEXA PALMA Valedictorian

ALEXANDER GALLOWAY Valedictorian ALEXANDRA STEWART Valedictorian

ALEXANDRIA BROWN Valedictorian

ALEXIS KING Valedictorian

ALYSSA CAMPBELL Valedictorian

AMELIA HALL Valedictorian

AMIL SMITH Valedictorian

ANDREW MATTSON Valedictorian ANDY JOSELIN VELAZQUEZREYES Valedictorian

ANNA CAMPBELL Valedictorian

ANNABELLA MARTHA ROSE MONK Valedictorian

ANSLEY O’NEAL Valedictorian

ANSLEY TAYLOR Valedictorian

ASHLEY IBARRA Valedictorian

AUBREE DOTSON Valedictorian

AVA HOFFMASTER Valedictorian

AVA NGUYEN Valedictorian

BAILEY WEISMANN Valedictorian

BALIN DANIELS Valedictorian

BILLIE MARIE DEFOOR Valedictorian

BRANDON MOLINA Valedictorian

BRAYDEN BURKS Valedictorian

BRAYDEN JOHNSON Valedictorian BRAYDON SAYLOR Valedictorian

BRITTON PIERCE Valedictorian

BRODY MORRISON Valedictorian

BROOKE CHARLES Valedictorian

BROOKS BYARS Valedictorian

CAMERON LACEY Valedictorian

CARLIE ANN MILLS Valedictorian

CARSON CHAMPION Valedictorian

CASON TOTH Valedictorian

CASSIDY RUSSELL Valedictorian

CATHERINE BOWMAN Valedictorian

CHANDLER HAYES Valedictorian

CHARELS LOWERY Valedictorian

CHASE BATTLE Valedictorian

CHRISTINA MCKINLEY Valedictorian

COLBY PROSSER Valedictorian

COLLIER SMITH Valedictorian

COOPER BURKS Valedictorian

COOPER DOROUGH Valedictorian

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DANIELA LOREDO Valedictorian

DIA MONTIEL-DUENAS Valedictorian

DIANA VILLATORO GUILLEN Valedictorian

DYLAN LOGAN Valedictorian

DYLAN MARQUESS Valedictorian

DYLAN RUIZ GONZALEZ Valedictorian

ELIJAH HAMILTON Valedictorian

ELISE FLOREZ Valedictorian

ELIZABETH BILLINGS Valedictorian

EMMA ALCORN Valedictorian

EMMA LAMAR Valedictorian

EMMA SMITHERMAN Valedictorian

ERYNN ROWAN HARPER PERRY Valedictorian

ETHAN BEASLEY Valedictorian

EVAN MCCRORY Valedictorian

EVAN MOORE Valedictorian

GABRIEL RODRIGUEZ Valedictorian

GABRIELA GUARDADORIVAS Valedictorian

GEMA PAULINA SANTILLANOLVERA Valedictorian

GIULIA WEKESA Valedictorian

GREYDON WATTS Valedictorian

HANNA CATHERINE SHEFFIELD Valedictorian

HANNAH DREXEL Valedictorian

HAYDEN CRAYCRAFT Valedictorian

HAYDEN FINCHER Valedictorian

HECTOR MOISES FLORES TEJADA Valedictorian

HENRY SILVA-HERNANDEZ Valedictorian

HUDSON MUNROE Valedictorian

IAN HILLARY Valedictorian

ISABELLA GRACE STILTNER Valedictorian

ISABELLA MIRANDA Valedictorian ISABELLA SUSAN ESCOBAR Valedictorian

JACOB PRECISE Valedictorian

JACOB REYNOLDS Valedictorian

JADEN SPENCER Valedictorian

JAYNA CHAKUA Valedictorian JENIFER NICOLE RIOSRODRIGUEZ Valedictorian

JOHN ALAN MCGUIRE Valedictorian

JOHN SCHLUP Valedictorian

JOHN SMITHERMAN Valedictorian

JOLI ISABELLA MOHAMED ZAKI Valedictorian

JONATHAN WILLIS Valedictorian

JORDAN THAMES Valedictorian

KADEN WHITE Valedictorian

KAELA WANGARI THEURI Valedictorian

KAILYN REYNOLDS Valedictorian

KAITLYN BURNETT Valedictorian

KAIYA BROWN Valedictorian

KAMYA HAGLER Valedictorian

KARYME ROBLES Valedictorian

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KAYDEN WASHINGTON Valedictorian

KAYLEE ALLEN Valedictorian

KEENAN JONES Valedictorian

KENLEE HUDSPETH Valedictorian

KERA SMITH Valedictorian

KINZIE JUSTICE Valedictorian

KIOWA VINES Valedictorian

KONNER TAYLOR Valedictorian

KORI SMITH Valedictorian

LAUREN GILSON Valedictorian

LAUREN NGUYEN Valedictorian

LAYLA GARNER Valedictorian

LAYLA GRACE WINDHAM Valedictorian

LEXINGTON SKYLAR SHANNON Valedictorian

MADELAINE BAXLEY Valedictorian

MADELINE JOHNSON Valedictorian

MADISON BOSTON Valedictorian

MAKALE HOLDEN Valedictorian

MALACHI MCGREW Valedictorian

MARIBEL NAXAYELI GUIDO DELGADO Valedictorian

MARISSA GRAVES Valedictorian

MARY MARGARET SUE FESH Valedictorian

MATTEO LOZITO Valedictorian

MCELROY PEARSON Valedictorian MCKENNA JEFFERS Valedictorian

MIA FRANCESCA SPAGNUOLO Valedictorian

MIA MORGAN Valedictorian

MICAH MCKERLEY Valedictorian

MICHAEL DUJON Valedictorian

MOLLI GENTRY Valedictorian

MORGAN JANIECE HOWZERECORD Valedictorian

NAOMI THOMAS Valedictorian

NATHANIEL ABBOTT Valedictorian

NATHANIEL COPES Valedictorian

NINA LIN Valedictorian

NOAH BRUCE Valedictorian

NOAH GANN Valedictorian

OLIVIA OCHS Valedictorian

OLIVIA TINDELL Valedictorian OSWIN COLLEY Valedictorian

PARIS BRIDGES Valedictorian

PAYTON LEWIS Valedictorian

RACHEL SALAS Valedictorian

REBECCA WILLIAMS Valedictorian

RICHARED MEDRANO ROBLES Valedictorian

ROBERT HAYES Valedictorian ROCKEY SMITHERMAN Valedictorian

SARAH ELIZABETH DIRR Valedictorian

SARAH WILLIAMS Valedictorian

SASHA GANN Valedictorian

SEAN THOMPSON Valedictorian

STEVEN HERNANDEZ AVALOS Valedictorian

TANNER REID Valedictorian

TAYLOR ROBERSON Valedictorian TAYLOR ROSENSTIEL Valedictorian

TAYLOR WELLS Valedictorian

TRINITY WILLIAMS Valedictorian

TYLER ANGEL Valedictorian

TYLER JAMES ARMSTEAD Valedictorian

XIMENA DAYLEN VEGA-BRIONES Valedictorian

WILLIE JAMES MURPHY III Valedictorian

Nathaniel David Abbott

Kadence Simone Abram

Jimaya Suriyah Acoff

Nevaeh Grace Adams

Joleigh Mackenzey Adelberg

Kennedy Zakiyah Agee

Jakobi Lee Alaoui

Emma Riley Alcorn

Enzo Aldriguete

Jeremiah Quintarrius Allen

Kaylee Grace Allen

Nikolas Jordan-Lebrock Alston

Jerik Israel Alvarez-Quintana

Kayden Cahle Anderson

Tyler Angel

Diego Antonsanti Ruiz

Alam Alexander Aparicio-Betancourt

Paul Ethan Arceo

Rebeca Belginy Arevalo Torres

Emanuel Arnoldo Argueta Morales

Tyler James Armstead

Caelen Brielle Arrington

Christofer Arroyo Ramirez

Steven Hernandez Avalos

Austin Edward Avant

Gabrielle Elise Averitte

Leslie Linette Avila

Emma Rolande Bagley

Jaxon Kyler Bailey

Addison Leigh Banks

Haley Brooke Barber

Akaree Alexander Barbour

Amaya Re’Shae Barlow

Antonio Elijah Barragan

Chase Malachi Battle

Madelaine Elizabeth Baxley

Ethan William Beasley

Olivia Faye Bedgood

Seth William Belscher

Cristian Marcus Bermudez

JayVion Tyreek Beverly

ZhaVion Tyreek Beverly

Elizabeth Anne Billings

Gabriel Alexander Binion

Caden Dakota Bivins

Natalee Renee Black

Christian Joel Bocio

Aiden Joel Bolton

Erwin Juventino Bolvito Ixpatá

Jarely Giselle Bonilla Alvarado

Tatum Belle Boothe

Madison Adanna Boston

Skylar Elizabeth Boutwell

Catherine Leigh Bowman

Khalid Elijah Boykins

Madison Knowles Bridges

Paris Nicole Bridges

Alexandria Haven Brown

Bryton Cameron Brown

Kaiya Alaine Brown

Noah William Bruce

William Donald Buchanan

Seth Liam Bullock

James Aaron Burchfield

Brayden James Burks

Cooper Wayne Burks

Isabella Marie Burks

Kaitlyn Annalise Burnett

Dessirae Nicole Burnham

Brooks Nathaniel Byars

Keysha America Calderon

Aniyah Patrice Caldwell

Alyssa Gabrielle Campbell

Anna Elizabeth Campbell

Anahi Cantu Vargas

Chelsea Elise Cardwell

Jaxon Troy Carpenter

Baylee Laine Carter

Luis Fernando Casillas Padilla

Maylin Alondra Castellanos Diaz

Jayna Abigail Chakua

Carson Phillips Champion

Brooke Amelie Charles

Janaya Savannah Chatman

Sherlyn Mondragon Chavez

Trenton Dion Cheatom

Doster Graham Chenault

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Kelsey Clemmer

K’Erius Dwayne Cockrum

Oswin Grace Colley

Shelby Beth Collins

Judah Christian Collum

Emma Lynne Combs

Nyah Gabrielle Coney

Tristan Richardson Conway

Nathaniel Kaleb Copes

Sergio Corral Jr.

Juliana Abigail Cortright

Kailyn Brooke Cosby

Copland Artist Craft

Raevyn Sheree Craig

Brady Addison Craycraft

Hayden Christopher Craycraft

Rachel Anne Crowe

Jada Caprice Crowell

Breonna Shanae Crumb

Kevin Cruz-Lugo

Christian Dewayne Cunningham

Olivia Grace Curry

Victoria Elizabeth Dale

Balin Sherling Daniels

Samuel Paul Dasinger

Eddie Ricardo Davalos

Kamoria Lataylin Davidson

Laney Grace Davis

Rylan Micah Davis

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Sarah Katelyn Davis

Landyn Wayne Dean

Hollyn Alexis Deasee

William John Deaver

Billie Marie Defoor

Kaylan Virginia Derryberry

Litzy Dayan Diaz-Peguero

Pieper Leighann Dilbeck

Sarah Elizabeth Dirr

Joseph Curtis Doe

Lillian Annette Doe

Cooper Lane Dorough

Dylan Terrell Dontarius Dortch

Aubree Elizabeth Dotson

Phillip Lamar Douglas, Jr.

Hannah Victoria Drexel

Akasha Mariea Dudley

Michael Antonio Dujon

Zoenobia Betrice Eaglin

Destinee Necole Ealy

Addison Dean Edwards

Bailey Ann Edwards

Rhyan Makenzie Edwards Farris Elatbani

London Graham Elgin

William Colton Ellis

Christopher Andre Ervin, Jr.

Jose Miguel Escalante Marroquin

Isabella Susan Escobar

David Escobedo Favela

Alexander Hossein Eshghi

Jordan Claire Falany

AnQuon Wanya Fegans

Karina Felipe Cerda

Mary Margaret Sue Fesh

Hayden Keith Fincher

Alondra Flores Solis

Hector Moises Flores Tejada

Elise Mackenzie Florez

Scarlett Mallory Flournoy

Harlan Charisse Franklin

Velveth Dalila Galiego Jeronimo

Giovany Gallegos Ruiz

Maurice Roshaun Gallery Jr.

Alexander Benjamin Coulter Galloway

Kelsey Lynn Butts Galloway

Kevin Gamero Brito

Noah Rex Gann

Sasha Christine Gann

Aleesia Grace Garcia

Angell Enrique Garcia

Angel Gabriel Garcia Hernandez

Alexander Eliel Garcia Molina

Melisa Garcia-Alameda

Gabriella Shurlee Garner

Layla Jane Garner

Mason William Garrett

Samuel Beck Garrett

Sophia Kathryn Gartman

Erik John Flynn Geissler

Molli Michelle Gentry

JaKorian Antonio Gilbert

Kaleb Amir Gildersleeve

Lauren Fisher Gilson

Lisette Gisell Godoy-Villano

Israel Gomez

Bridget Joanna Gomez-Hernandez

Christopher Gonzalez

Manuel Gonzalez Jr.

Aaron Devon Gover, Jr.

Marissa Nichole Graves

Kaderreous Deshun Green

Kacey Ward Griffin

Peyton Martin Grillo

Gabriela Guardado-Rivas

Sherlyn Sanjuanita Guerrero

Kelly Guevara

Maribel Naxayeli Guido Delgado

Yamileth Gutierrez-Guevara

Grayson Jack Hageman

Kamya Marie Hagler

Amelia Kate Hall

Delaney Margaret Hall

Hannah Mae Hall

Elijah Bryant Hamilton

Rylee Elizabeth Hamilton

Truitt Quinn Harbison

Connor William Harless

Anderson Cole Harris

Ava Elizabeth Harris

Riley Marie Hart

Evelyn Isabella Hashemi

Christian Ramon Hawkins

Chandler Sabine Hayes

McKennah Sherrie Hayes

Robert Allen Hayes

Ansley Reyse Haynes

Carson Alexander Hendricks

Raul Alexander Hernandez Suastegui

Britany Herrera

Melanie Herrera

DeAndre Lee Herrod

Ian Nathan Hillary

Tristian Rashaad Hinton

Hannah Reese Hobbs

Nilah Marshe’ Hobson

Ava Isabelle Hoffmaster

Makale DeShun Holden

Mason Jamari Holmes

Alexander Jahmiel Hood

Aubree Anna Hooks

Greyson Blake Horton

Ava Susan Howard

Trakel Derrion Howard

Morgan Janiece Howze-Record

Kenlee Michele Hudspeth

Armando Erick Huerta-Salazar

Madison Ann Humphreys

John Hunt Jr.

Lillian Patience Hurwitz

Keshawn Dwayne Ingram

Marisol Isaac-Garcia

Estrella Rosa Islas

Andrianna Alessia’ Jackson

Daniel Stephen Jackson

Julian DeSean James

McKenna Nicole Faith Jeffers

Marely Josefina Jimenez Gonzalez

Justin Manuel Jimenez-Alaniz

Gustavo Jimenez-Becerra

Aaliyah Monique Johnson

Brayden Joseph Johnson

Carlos Jerrod Johnson, Jr.

Dylan Lamar Johnson

Jaiden Octavion Johnson

Joel Jeremiah Johnson

Madeline Grace Johnson

Takari Kaier Johnson

Adreyuna Nicole Jones

Angel Jacquez Jones

Chloe Eyvette Jones

Deisel Christopher Jones

Keenan Jaylen Elijah Jones

Mariah ReShone Jones

Micah Crisstian Jones

Lizet Juarez

Kinzie Brooke Justice

Jaden Lee Kelly-Campbell

Paul Ngure Kimani

Damien Enrique Kimbrough, Jr.

Alexis Marie King

Heather Marie King

Layla Grace Kurtts

Hannah Nickole Kuykendall

Madison Elizabeth Kyle

Cameron Glenn Lacey

Emma Claire Lamar

Nora Lorraine Langswager

Zachary Joseph LaRussa

Jesslyn Nicole Lawrence

Robert Markus Lawrence

Jordon Andrew Lawyer

Brianna Marie Lay

Melissa Alexandra Ledesma-Martinez

Destiny Marie Leggett

Payton Adonis Lewis

Nina Lin

Locke Astin Little

Sarah Elizabeth Little

Ryan Samuel Lloyd

Dylan Chase Logan

Skyler Blake Lojuk

Juan Anthony Lopez-Perez

Giovanni Lopez-Ramos

Jaden Mickel Love

Caleb Riley Lovell

Charles Robert Lowery

Matteo David Lozito

Miles Damien Lucas

Michael David Evans Machado

Abigail Grace Machovec

Tyson Nyeem Maddox

Jacob Alan Makofski

Sierra Faith Malone

Dylan Michel Marquess

Zoe Anne Mart

Dabria Nicole Martin

Gavin Thomas Martin

Janiah Chané Martin

Caden Jade Lilliana Martinez

Suri Nohemy Martinez Fuentes

Anderson Eulises Martinez Miranda

Jakob Samuel Martino

Wyatt Matthew Massey

Andrew Mark Mattson

Aiden Lane May

Griffin Cole Mayhan

Elise Shar’da McCarter

Takias Ray McCarter

Brandon Ryder McCrory

Evan Bryant McCrory

Abigail Elizabeth McCulloch

Hayden Omarion McDonald

Jaxon Andrew McEuen

Malachi Christian McGrew

John Alan McGuire

Micah Robert McKerley

Christina Soraya McKinley

Ty Christopher McMullen

Brandon Eric Dean Mealer

Christian Medina-Guzman

Richard Medrano Robles

Jose Eduardo Mejia-Hernandez

Astrid Carolina Melendez Ayala

Edward Yahir Merino Barragan

Mason Elliott Messer

Olivia Rose Messer

Jonathan Michael Mieure

Kennedy Houston Miller

Carlie Ann Mills

Cooper Greer Mills

Mason James Mingle

Mia Giselle Miramontes

Isabella Mashae Miranda

Joshua Zane Mixon

Noah Matthew Mize

Joli Isabella Mohamed Zaki

Brandon Molina

Annabella Martha Rose Monk

Dia Montiel-Duenas

Rodrigo Adalberto Monzon-Tejada

Taylor Kennedy Moon

Abigail Adair Moore

Abigail Bailey Moore

Evan Michael Moore

Jaiden Nicholas Moore

Kendrick Jumar Moore

Tyler James Moore

Joseline Mora-Alvarez

Cristian Manuel Moreno Ortiz

Mia Lynn Morgan

Bennett Raines Morrison

Brody Alexander Morrison

Hudson Ross Munroe

Dakota Chase Murphy

Willie James Murphy III

Michelle Wangari Mwaniki

Alaura RaShawn Myers

Jacob Riley Nalley

Ava Linh Nguyen

Lauren Loan Nguyen

Blair Njoroge

Ansley Elizabeth O’Neal

Olivia Ann Ochs

Alexandre Oliveira Silva

Cayden Nathaniel Owens

Natalie Elizabeth Owens

Alexa Juliet Palma

McKenzie Ayana Parker

Emily Ketan Patel

McElroy Todd Pearson

Samuel Virgil Penney

Sairi Darleny Perez Rodriguez

Erynn Rowan Harper Perry

Jacob Anthony Phipps

Britton Samuel Pierce

Haley Nicole Pierce

Mia Pineda

Vinicius Veraart Pires

Skyler Grace Polk

Yoanna Madeline Portillo

TahDerrius Devonte Postell

Preston Ross Pounds

Hayley Marie Precise

Heather Sophia Precise

Jacob Thomas Precise

Savannah Leigh Precise

Colby James Prosser

Christian Davis Rainey

Anna Elizabeth Ramey

Daniela Rangel Loredo

Cheyenne Partiscia-Lari Ratcliff

Ta’Nerica Georinia Ray

Walker Ryan Reed

Ashley Jane Reeds

Ryane Kennedi Reese

Carolina Elizabeth Regalado Lopez

Tanner Nix Reid

Jose Guadalupe Renteria-Littlecalf

Jacob Bryan Reynolds

Kailyn Michelle Reynolds

Scott Thomas Richey

Aysiah Simone Riddle

Jorge Riojas Barron

Jenifer Nicole Rios-Rodriguez

Taylor Nicole Roberson

November Rain Roberts

Tymir Dasan Robinson

Karyme Lisette Robles

Gabriel Miller Rodriguez

Monica Rodriguez-Escobar

Jareidy Michell Rojo Molina

Gabriel Joseph Romero, Jr.

José Antonio Romero

Monica Pascuala Romero

Diana Gissel Romero Argueta

Elizabeth Marie Rosenstiel

Bryan Antonio Rotenberry

Jonah Zachary Rotenberry

Jason Michael Roubdioux

Dylan Ruiz Gonzalez

Cassidy Jazelle Russell

Paul Lucas Ryan

Nadia Monique Sailes

Rachel Salas

Juan David Samano Gonzalez

Juan Carlos Samayoa-Garcia

Carlos Fernando Sanchez

Mackenzie Faith Sanchez

Oliver Adrian Sanchez

Erlin Aquileo Sanchez Lopez

Fatima Sanchez-Renteria

Monzerrat Sanchez-Renteria

Harper Lee Sandlin

Marvin Sandoval

Roselyn Sandoval

Yair Santana-Correa

Gema Paulina Santillan-Olvera

Braydon Michael Saylor

Destin Rose Heaven Leigh Schaffer

Jonah Edward Schlup

Cohen Blake Scott

Jessi Tyler Scott

Zahkira Monae Scott

Bradley DeWayne Seay

Saura Elizabeth Self

Lexington Skylar Shannon

Joshua David Shaw

Hanna Catherine Sheffield

Zachary Allen Sherman

Lailah Andrea Shores

Fabienne Treyshaun Shimir Shuler

Henry Silva-Hernandez

Alaina Leigh Simpson

Tanner Charles Skelly

Amil Elise Smith

Collier Friedrick Smith III

Jared Christian Smith

Journey Rae Smith

Kera Michelle Smith

Kori Inaya Smith

Solomon Stone Smith

Emma Malone Smitherman

John William Smitherman

Rocky Jay Smitherman Jr.

Camden Ace Snowden

Stacey Kristell Solito

Fernanda Soto Rubio

Javier Jr Soto-Balcarcel

Zachary Thomas Spa

Mia Francesca Spagnuolo

Alyssa Caylee Lewis Speed

Jaden Makhi Spencer

William Bodie Spruell

Noah Grace Stafford

Jarus Christopher Stevenson

Alexandra Nicole Stewart

Isabella Grace Stiltner

Emma Susan Stokesbary

Isabella Rose Stowe

Jhaidyn Tayler Suggs

Taylor Lee Swatzyna

Preston Isaiah Tartt

Walker Allen Taunton

Ansley Catherine Taylor

Konner James Taylor

Camila Tellez Barragan

Jordan Alexander Thames

Kaela Wangari Theuri

Ke’Shon Mallory Thomas

Naomi Sarah Juliana Thomas

Sharnea Kanlyah Thomas

Sean Charles Thompson

Nicholas Logan Thrasher

Olivia Rives Tindell

Seth O’Neil Tippins

Ashley Esperanza Torres Hernandez

Cason Drew Toth

Michael Giovanni Tovar-Escobar

Jaden Nguyen Trac

Nha Le Tran

Braden Ross Vacarella

Jaime Valdez-Garcia

Dulce Maria Valencia Garcia

Jamie Michelle VanHorn

Ximena Daylen Vega-Briones

Andy Joselin Velazquez-Reyes

Erick Mauricio Villanueva Moran

Diana Villatoro Guillen

Aenaya Tagan Vines

Kiowa Eon Vines

M’Kayla Aleaysha Eve Walker

Kayden Jamir Washington

James Clifton Watkins III

Greydon Averick Watts

Jacob Scott Weaver

Kaitlyn Elise Weaver

Addison Kate Webster

Bailey Elizabeth Weismann

Giulia Khakasa Wekesa

Cam’ron Santana Wells

Taylor Marie Wells

Jordan Thomas Weltzin

Aiden Joseph Wheeler

Kaden Thomas White

James Abram Whitlock

Alicia Renee Whitman

Fletcher Vines Wilcoxson

Michael James Wilder Jr.

Zachary Robert Willard

Ar’Darrius Jamar Williams

Rebecca Lynne Williams

Sarah Paige Williams

Trinity Aaliyah Williams

Jonathan Dalton Willis

Derek James Wilson

Layla Grace Windham

Bailey Renae Winters

Zamiere Moniere Wirt

Samuel Alexander Woodall

Trey Allen Woodruff

Taylor Rae’ Woody

Caden Andrew Wooten

Alana Marie Wrencher

Grayson Stone Wrenn

Jordyn Tiyawn Wright

Kaitlyn Alyssa Wright

Daniel Joseph Wriston

Ethan Andrew Yager

Ashley Zarate Ibarra

Thompson High School

Sitting at the top of the Thompson High School class of 2025, the thing Nina Lin will miss most are the people that surrounded her during her time as a Warrior.

“I’m going to miss my friends and classmates a lot since for the next four years, I’ll be moving out of state, so I won’t be able to see them as much,” Lin said. “The teachers that have helped me grow throughout my high school journey, I’ll also probably miss them a lot too.”

Lin shared how the presence of her fellow students and the experiences THS provides helped develop her as a person and led her to discover her future career.

“I’ve enjoyed making some of my best friends in high school

and being able to have a lot of different experiences that have really helped me grow as a person and helped me develop into who I want to be in the future,” Lin said.

Nina Lin

After trying out the THS Rocket Club on a whim, Lin discovered a deep love for space and rocketry. She eventually became the team captain of the club and founded the Girls Rocketry Team within the Rocket Club to encourage female involvement in the field.

“I tried it out in my freshman year because it sounded interesting, and I just fell in love with it,” Lin said. “I have been real-

ly involved in trying to share my love for rocketry with other students and younger children.”

During her time as a Warrior, Lin also participat -

ed in Technology Student Association as its president and has been active member of the THS Key Club and Beta Club. She also took on a busy course schedule while participating in dual enrollment with Jefferson State Community College.

Along the way, there was one member of the THS faculty that cheered Lin on as she complet-

ed her high school education.

“Mr. Paul Furman, my physical teacher,” Lin said. “He was the one that started the Rocketry Club and I’ve been with him for all four years of high school and he’s been an active supporter and really helped me develop my interest in physics and science.”

After she steps down from the podium with her diploma in hand, Lin plans to attend Harvard College and study computer science or mechanical engineering. She hopes to one day find a career focused around technology.

As she waves goodbye to her days as a Warrior, she has one last piece of advice for her fellow students.

“Don’t be afraid to dream big,” she said.

Valleydale Christian Academy

18 graduates

2408 Valleydale Road • Hoover, AL 35244

17 graduating students • This year’s class has two valedictorians

Dear class of 2025,

First of all, Congratulations on your much-deserved achievement! Each and every one of you have stuck to it, worked hard and completed all of the work to be a High School Graduate - you should be very proud of yourselves!

You are now on to the next adventure in this journey of life.

My prayer for you is you will follow and trust in God’s leading of your path throughout your chosen journey ahead. Remember, you

Lillian Rose Andrews

Sydney Isabelle Aultman - Honors

Allison Michelle Buckner

McKenzie Grace Gay - Salutatorian

Isabella Marie Greene

Richard Brian Hall

Jayden James Harris

Hannah Elizabeth Hill

Emerie Leigh Mathews

Montanna Raye Palmer

Jalyn Elise Patterson

Carson Devon Reaves

Tyran Jamar Richardson

Audrey Marie ScheiringValedictorian

Dylan Alexander Smith - Salutatorian

Damon Riley Snow

Katie Ann Strenkowski

Chase Jayden Till - Valedictorian

are precious to Him and there is no one else just like you which means you are a special person.

Enjoy the fruits of your labor now and become excited about your next choices toward your future! And again, Congratulations on being a 2025 Graduate of Valleydale Christian Academy!!!

Best Wishes,

Vicki Boyce Director, Valleydale Christian Academy

CHASE TILL

Vincent High School

73 graduates

42505 Alabama-25 • Vincent, AL 35178

Yellow Jackets • 465 students • Ranked the 35th best school in the Birmingham-metro area

Dear class of 2025,

First, congratulations to each and every one of you! Reaching this milestone is no small feat—it takes dedication and perseverance. For the past 12 years, you’ve poured your heart and hard work into getting to this point, and I couldn’t be prouder of all that you’ve accomplished. Your families, teachers, staff, and administrators are thrilled to celebrate this moment with you.

Before you head off, I want to ask you to remember where you come from. In doing so, remember that our challenge to you is to strive to make the world around you a better place. Whether it’s in a new classroom, the workforce, the military, or with your family and friends, always show the love and compassion you wish to receive.

Your high school years will be something you carry with you for the rest of your life. The experiences you’ve had here at Vincent Middle High School will help shape who you become as you step into your next journey, whether that’s college, work, or something else. Take both the good and the bad with you—they will make you stronger, more resilient, and more capable. Go out and show the world what it truly means to be a Vincent Yellow Jacket: serve your community, stand tall with pride, accept responsibility with grace, treat others with respect, and make a difference wherever you go. And always remember, Jackets Swarm Together. I am so incredibly proud to have been part of your journey, and I wish you all the very best as you move forward.

Lauren Yancey, Principal, Vincent Middle High School

Vincent High School

Connor Buchanan has done just about everything there is to do at Vincent Middle High School, from senior class president and All-State choir to art, quiz bowl, math team and theater.

Now, as he walks across the field at Vincent’s football stadium, he prepares to do something nobody from VMHS has ever done–attend Harvard University.

Buchanan has long desired to see all that the world has to offer and attend one of its most prestigious institutions, but after a rejection from Duke, he shifted to Cornell and Harvard and eventually decided to go to Boston.

“I’ve always kind of wanted to go out into the world and gain new experiences and kind of explore it,” Buchanan said.

Buchanan will study pre-law at Harvard with the hopes of staying at the university for law school and becoming an attor-

Jesse Brayden Abbott

Maden Lacy Adair

Vivialene Marie Adair

William Franklin Alldritt

Dalton Allred

Sierra Faith Bailey

Carter P Blackburn

Connor Atley Buchanan

Daniel Campos Roblero

Macaylah Autumn Cooper

Rory Sue Cox

Gabrielle Maria Dates

Emma Grace Denty

Connor Allan Dougherty

Jarrett Xavier Eatmon

Hailey Jane Erickson

Casen Reid Fields

Ella Dean Fields

McKenzie Grace Fields

Keller Sterling Finn

Chloe Victoria Fox

James Aiden Gasaway

Connor Buchanan

ney in constitutional law. His goal is for that to pave the way for a career in politics, something his student government career prepared him for.

While he has a bright future in front of him, Buchanan is grateful for his years at Vincent and hopes to look back fondly on his high school days.

me to be myself and to do better and to shoot for the Ivy Leagues and to shoot to get those good scores and work as hard as I can to achieve my dreams,” Buchanan said.

Out of all of his teachers, Buchanan was most thankful for his English teacher Brooke Gifford and his choir teacher Mrs. Thomas.

be proud of who I am, and through hard work, she told me that through hard work I can achieve anything.”

Buchanan hopes his unique path can be an inspiration to future generations that their dreams aren’t limited by where they grow up. He firmly believes that with hard work and an opportunistic mindset that people from Vincent can achieve anything.

He will miss the opportunities provided by his extracurriculars to volunteer and make a difference in the community, but he said the two main things he will long for are his friends and teachers.

“Those are probably the two most important things that I’ll miss mainly because they are the ones that kind of pushed

Ragan Kade Goza

Isabella Tracy Green

Grayson James Gulde

Marcus Dan’terrious Hall

Colton Bryan Harbison

Steven Henderson Hodge

Amarri Alanjee’ Howell

Elizabeth Annamarie Howell

Jana Morgan Irby

Hayden Riley Jernigan

Nathan James Jimenez

Kathryn Haley Johnstone

Kearstynn Jones

Alexis Symone’ Keith

Camari La’Trell Keller

Damien Jamal Kidd

Harley Elizabeth King

Campbell Elizabeth Lamberth

Hailey Renae Lawson

Emma Beth MacLeroy

Hollany Brooke Maddox

Cayden Hope Mann

“She helped me the most with my English and my grammar and my punctuation,” Buchanan said of Gifford.

“She also gave me confidence through my writing and my day-to-day life. My choir teacher, Mrs. Thomas, she helped me with my singing. She also helped me with my confidence. She pushed me to be myself,

Phoenix Dewayne Maxwell

Skyler Jashon McCrimon

Ethan Hyde McElrath

Ja’Kalynn R McGinnis

Julianna Starr McManus

Kaziyah A`Lai Moon

Nakiyah Michelle Morehead

Emily Michelle Morgan

“I hope it inspires them to think that just because they’re from a small town like Vincent that they can still achieve big things,” Buchanan said. “It was definitely a struggle to rise above the limitations that come with a small town and a small school, like limited classes and opportunities, but I hope that from my story, they can tell that through hard work and dedication and seeking out those opportunities, they can rise above their situation.”

Tatyana Patrice Morris

Charles Dakota Newton

Chasity Ty’mier Norwood

Ja’Marion Xavier O’neal

Chandler Jade Parker

Joshua D Payne

Makayla Tameera Perkins

Aiden Nathaniel Poe

Gage Anthony Reeves

Bradley Reno

Deontaye JayQuan Robertson

Landon Kyle Roddam

Kortney Gwen Scoggins

Tara Elizabeth Sims

Morgan Shemya Smoot

Gabriella Jadyn Tetreault

Yobani Ginez Tezoco

Jaci Alisabeth Wallace

Kellie ArTrice Wallace

Alexis LaShea Ward

Jaci Raegan Young

ELLA FIELDS Valedictorian

Westminster School at Oak Mountain

34 graduates

5080 Cahaba Valley Trace • Birmingham, AL 35242 Knights • 599 students • Ranked the 9th best Christian school and 20th best private school in Alabama

J.D. Barnes

Tucker Bradberry

Evan Caldarello

Joseph DeVries

Ryan Dover

Elspeth Edema

Lilla Cate Evans

Wesley Eyrich

Aiden Gamble

Luke Haden

Evynne Herring

Palmer Hicks

Brayden Hindman

Taylor Hudson

Samuel Jacobson

Kate Jones

Sara Jones

Charlie Krulak

Jacob Miller

Walter Moore

Averi Morris

Robert Murray

Lailie Parvin

Jack Purcell

Carden Ritch

Gabe Robbins

Reese Robbins

Holden Smith

Ellie Tankersley

Anna Thomas

Isabella Vest

J.D. Waites

Xavier Wallace

Adelaide Wright

REESE ROBBINS Valedictorian

Westminster School at Oak Mountain

As Carden Ritch comes to the end of her journey at Westminster, she is grateful for the many amazing experiences she has had in her time in upper school.

In particular, Ritch valued the closeness that being at a small school like Westminster afforded her. She believes that tight-knit nature of her smaller senior class helped them grow closer with each other and with the teachers.

“I think I will probably miss the close connection I had with my grade and my teachers because my grade ended up being pretty small by the end of the year and we just had a very good rapport with

Carden Ritch

the administration and the faculty,” Ritch said.

Another part of Westminster that Ritch loved was getting to participate in many different extracurriculars. She played volleyball for the Knights and was involved in theater, art club and cultures club. In addition, she was selected as a Westminster Ambassador, National Honor Society and a member of house leadership.

One of the aspects of Westminster that she believes makes it special is the unique ways that they engage with their course material to diversify the learning experience.

“Westminster, I think it’s

Dear Westminster Class of 2025,

Congratulations on your graduation! We began this year by thinking about the tension you would experience as a senior: that you would wrestle with having divided attention between this year and the years to come. Many of you have reflected on the understandable challenge of thinking so much about the future that you struggle to live fully in the present. While this year of your life is certainly unique, this tension – of moving your attention back and forth between the present and the future – is one that you will navigate often in the years to come.

This transition to your next steps after high school also provides an opportunity to reflect on your experiences and achievements that led you to where you are. The achievements of the thirty-four of you include state titles in athletics, recognition as scholar-athletes, success in art, robotics, and quiz bowl competitions, academic awards, and numerous college scholarships. You have written and presented a thesis to an audience of your peers and faculty. You have served and led well on athletic teams, through the House system, and other clubs and organizations.

As we celebrate these achievements, we also consider that many of the best learning opportunities have come not only

the different ways that we engage with learning information so it’s not just memorizing facts and dates,” Ritch said. “We really get to learn through different ways and different mediums and also learn how to learn.”

Ritch had a unique Westminster journey as she was taught by her father, longtime English teacher Charlie Ritch, for two years of literature. She said that he was one of two teachers along with Bible teacher David Conrad who were key inspirations for her journey.

Studying under her father was an eye-opening experience for Ritch as she got to

see her dad in a whole new light and gain a deeper understanding for his work as a teacher.

“I really enjoyed it because it was kind of being able to see a new side of my dad, but also see practically the things that are his reasoning behind how he saw the world work and his morals and just the way that he thought,” Ritch said.

Ritch will have plenty of opportunities to use the lessons she learned in and out of the classroom when she attends the University of Alabama to study social work, embarking on a new journey in Tuscaloosa with her Westminster family still in her heart.

through experiences of external success but also through struggle. Whether considering your achievements or your struggles, we are not simply celebrating your efforts; we are also celebrating God’s work in and through you.

On the one hand, it is right for you to have a sense of pride in your accomplishments so far! On the other hand, there will be an ever-present enticement to use your gifts for self-promotion.

An abundant life is not based on accomplishments or externally-recognized success. Rather, the path to life comes from taking refuge in God and seeing His goodness. Said another way, we do not find refuge in our work, but rather in the work of Christ, and our identity is rooted in that truth.

Your call is to be a steward of your gifts, both for the glory of God and the good of others. My hope and prayer is that you will rest in God being at work in all things and strive for growth with that truth in mind. I am proud of your work so far, and I look forward with great anticipation to seeing how you will use your lives to love God and your neighbors.

In Christ,

Chris Knowles

Director of Student Support, Westminster School at Oak Mountain

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