The Thirty Second Commencement Exercises of
The First Academy
Class of 2025 Friday, May 16, 2025 First Orlando Worship Center
The Mission Statement The First Academy is a Christ-centered, college preparatory school whose mission is to prepare children for life as Christian leaders who choose character before career, wisdom beyond scholarship, service before self, and participation as a way of life.
The Vision Statement The vision of The First Academy is to be the first choice for families in Orlando who are seeking a Christ-centered, college preparatory education. Specifically, our vision is three-fold: 1.
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The First Academy will forge an enduring partnership between church, home, and school that will produce powerful and effective student leaders, who will impact their world for Jesus Christ through biblical thought and action, in obedience to the Great Commandment (Mark 12:30-31) and the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20). The First Academy will attract and retain faculty and staff members who are dedicated to being the Living Curriculum and understand that rigor, relevance, and relationships in the learning process produce outstanding scholars who will be admitted to the college or university of their choosing based upon a well-rounded record of scholastic accomplishment. The First Academy will aspire for excellence in every area to be a role model for Christian schooling. We will remain a sustainable institution that impacts families for generations to come with respect to money, management, and marketing.
The Bible says, “Where there is no vision the people perish,” (Proverbs 29:18). The First Academy will prayerfully pursue the above vision with a faith that is firm and a hope that endures.
The Senior Class of 2025
Senior Class Verse But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Matthew 6:33 (NIV)
Class of 2025 Statistics Class of 2025 Graduates: 118 Total Number of Community Service Hours: 20,744 Combined Scholarships (Academics, Arts, Athletics): Approximately $8.3 million *As of April 23, 2025
The First Academy Total Number of Graduates since 1994: 2,515
Letter to Senior Parents Dear Senior Parents, It has been a privilege to work with you and your graduate at The First Academy over these past years. We have made lasting relationships with your students, and will miss them as they leave our hallways. Thank you for allowing us to partner with you to educate your student. Whether in classrooms, on athletic fields, during fine arts performances, or simply sitting around lunchroom tables in Gather, we have come to love your children. In a very real sense, they have become our children, too. We are proud to stand with you now for today’s special celebration. We are eager to send your children into the world not to simply move them on, but with a tangible sense of anticipation about what God is going to do in their lives. The next chapter of their journey begins today. We hope that you and your students will come and visit from time to time to let us know what is happening in their lives. We pray that the foundation that they have received in your home, at your church, and within the walls of our school will give them strength for the coming days. May God bless your graduate and your family. It has been a pleasure to serve you. In His Grace, The Faculty & Staff of The First Academy
Order of Service Processional Welcome...……………………..............................................................................................................Mr. Clark Keator School Board Chairman Introduction of Speakers………………..................................................................................Mr. Jack Millar Upper School President Mission Statement………………...................................................................................Miss Lauren Jackson Upper School Vice President Scripture Reading……………….......…..................................................................................Miss Jennifer Vais Upper School Vice President Introduction of Guest Musician………......................................................................Mr. Daniel Minicz Upper School Vice President Worship...........................................................................................................................................Mr. Jarian Felton First Orlando Music Special Remarks.......………………......................................................................................Dr. Steve Whitaker Head of School Invocation.......………………....................................................................................................................Dr. David Uth Senior Pastor, First Orlando Daniel & Esther Awards………………................................................................................Mrs. Joyce Kwak Upper School Principal
Order of Service Salutatorian……………………………............................................................................Miss Haven Schrimsher Valedictorian……………..........................................................................................................Miss Sophia Hong Candle Lighting Ceremony…...…..........................................................................Dr. Steve Whitaker Head of School Class of 2025 Commission Class of 2026 Commission Senior Tribute Video……………...............................................................................Royals Media Seniors Presentation of Graduates & Diplomas Mrs. Robyn Whipple The Classical School Director Mrs. Angel Alexander The First Hope Director Mrs. Joyce Kwak Upper School Principal Conferral of Diplomas…………….......…..........................................................................…Mrs. Joyce Kwak Upper School Principal Recessional
From the Head of School Dear Graduating Class of 2025, Graduation day is here. It feels like just yesterday that your parents walked you into school for the first time, their hands holding yours with equal parts excitement and nervousness. Now, as you prepare to walk across the stage, your minds are likely filled with memories—of friendships formed, lessons learned, and moments that shaped you into who you are today. We couldn’t be prouder of the Class of 2025. Throughout your journey, you’ve faced challenges, yet you’ve met each one with grace, resilience, and faith. The years have tested you, but they have also refined you, preparing you for the incredible path ahead. In just a few moments, you will hold your diploma, turn your tassel, and officially step into the next chapter of your life. But graduation is more than a ceremony—it’s a moment of reflection, gratitude, and anticipation. Soon, you’ll be navigating college, stepping into careers, building relationships, and deepening your faith. Each step you take is an opportunity to live out the calling God has placed on your life. At The First Academy, our vision has always been to equip student leaders who will impact the world through biblical thought and action, fulfilling the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20) and the Great Commandment (Mark 12:30-31). Now, more than ever, the world needs leaders like you— compassionate, courageous, and committed to Christ. You have already been His hands and feet, reflecting His love in your words and actions. This is only the beginning. As you leave these halls and step into the future, my prayer is that you will continue to walk closely with Jesus. May the Lord bless you and keep you, make His face shine upon you, be gracious to you, and fill your life with His perfect peace. I’m incredibly proud of each of you. Your friend and brother in Christ, 
Steve D. Whitaker, Ph.D. Head of School
From the Upper School Principal Dear Class of 2025, What an incredible year it’s been! It feels like just yesterday you were walking through the doors of TFA as seniors, that energy and excitement you brought on the first day, cheering on all the underclassmen – it was awesome to see! And now, you’re getting ready for college – how time flies! As you embark on this next big adventure, I just wanted to encourage you to keep those dreams and goals of yours front and center. Hold tight to the values you’ve learned at home, at church, and here at TFA. They’re your compass. The world will do all it can to shake your foundation, and you’ve already navigated some tough stuff these past few years. My encouragement is to keep standing strong in your faith and your walk with Christ. He truly is the one constant who will be there for you through all the ups and downs ahead. Remember, God is always your safe place, someone you can always count on. He has amazing plans just for you! I’m so excited to see all the incredible things He’s going to do in and through each of you. Whether you’re staying close by in Central Florida or heading off to a new city, please know that you’re always welcome back at TFA. I know I speak for all the faculty and staff when I say we’d love to see you again – whether it’s at a Fine Arts show, a Homecoming game, or just when you’re back home for a visit. Our doors are always open for you. Congratulations to each and every one of you – the Class of 2025! I am so incredibly proud of all you’ve accomplished! Sincerely,
Mrs. Joyce Kwak Upper School Principal
Senior Leaders Jack Millar.........…………...............................................................................................Upper School President Lauren Jackson............………...........................……….........….............….....Upper School Vice President Daniel Minicz.........…......…….......…................…….........…..........................Upper School Vice President Jennifer Vais..................………...........................……….........…......................Upper School Vice President Elizabeth Bryant.……….………......…........................................................................................Chaplain Leader Samuel Hebert.……….………......…........................……..............................................................Chaplain Leader Daniel Melley..................……….………......…........................……................................................Chaplain Leader Broden Pettit.……….………......….....................………...................................................................Chaplain Leader Matthew Santana.……….………......….....................………......................................................Chaplain Leader Rocco Sioson.……….………......….....................………...................................................................Chaplain Leader Landon Begley…………..……...................….……….........…...................................Dance Marathon Leader Mia Brian……………….....….….....……….........….........................................................Dance Marathon Leader Anna Currey........…………..…….................….....……….........…................................Dance Marathon Leader Hope DeBoom…………..……...................………….........…......................................Dance Marathon Leader Haiden Goesling…………………....................……….............….............................Dance Marathon Leader McMain Reineke…………………....................……….............….............................Dance Marathon Leader Rymer Rizzo…………………....................……….........….......................…...................Dance Marathon Leader Haven Schrimsher…………………....................…...............…..............................Dance Marathon Leader Bethany Atchison………………………………....…......……….........…..............................Environmental Leader Seth Simmonds..........................………………………………..........……….........…............Environmental Leader Davis Spalding..........................………………………………....…...………...........…..........Environmental Leader Wilson Blair..............................…………………..…………....………...….......................................…...Fine Arts Leader Isabella Clements.................................…………………..………….......…..............................…...Fine Arts Leader Luiza Coutinho…………………..…………....………...................................................................…..Fine Arts Leader Lingxin Judy Jin..............................…………………..…………....…........…..............................…...Fine Arts Leader Austin Merritt..............................…………………..…………....……….......….............................…...Fine Arts Leader Sebastian Alemany..................…….….…………...….......…....................….....................…....Outreach Leader Lily Mock...............………….….…………...…..….......….....................................................................Outreach Leader Ava Rearden...............………….….…………...…..….......…............................................................Outreach Leader Joanna Mei Schafhauser...............………….….……........…..............................................Outreach Leader Lorelai Scott...............………….…...…………...…..….......…...........................................................Outreach Leader Santiago Suarez...............………….….…………...…....…...........................................................Outreach Leader Cadence Adamson..............…...………….......................…............................Royal Ambassador Leader Abigail Beach.............…...………….............................…...................................Royal Ambassador Leader Caroline Casalese...........................…...…………............…............................Royal Ambassador Leader Gianna Hans..............…...…………...….................…..........................................Royal Ambassador Leader Kylie Miller......................…...………….................................…..............................Royal Ambassador Leader Andrew Rogers.................…...…………...........................…..............................Royal Ambassador Leader Elisabeth Fana...................................…..……...........….....................................….............Student Life Leader Melaina Hale............................…………….........................................................................Student Life Leader Jamesyn Haynes................................…………….................................…..........................Student Life Leader Eva Rivera.....................................…..………..........................................................…...........Student Life Leader Victoria Smith...............…………….....................…............................................................Student Life Leader Addison Tate..................……………......................…............................................................Student Life Leader Hudson Thomas...............……………...................…..........................................................Student Life Leader Elizabeth Williamson..............……………...................….............................................Student Life Leader
Notable Seniors
The awarding of Homecoming and Prom King & Queen are student-selected honors. Samuel Hebert...……………………..….....................................................................................Homecoming King Victoria Smith.......…….………………………........................................................................Homecoming Queen Landon Begley..………...........................………..….……….….........…..……….............….....…..……….............Prom King Haven Schrimsher..........................…..……...……………..….........…..……….............…...……….............Prom Queen
The First Academy Senior Class of 2025
From the Senior Class of 2025 Senior year has always been the most highly anticipated part of high school. It’s the exciting culmination of 4 years of hard work and dedication in all areas of our lives, yet many never realize how quickly it flies by. One moment it’s a normal day of high school, and then suddenly you’re faced with something new. Something completely different from what you’re used to, and yet it is necessary for your growth. However our teachers and staff members were forever by our side. We cannot thank them enough for their influence on our lives. They are our cheerleaders, our encouragement when the days feel overwhelming, our confidants, and a source of Christ-centered wisdom. Throughout high school, they molded us with knowledge and perspective. But beyond their dedication to students in the classroom, our teachers at The First Academy have become mentors, coaches, and friends. They pour into the life of every student in so many ways: showing us how to live spiritually by practicing what they preach, facilitating friendships by bringing together different people, or just being people that you can share a conversation with. This relationship between faculty and students is what makes The First Academy a truly special place. While the faculty are outstanding, the families are the true backbone that makes everything we have possible by sacrificing so much for us to attend this school. Parents, this year alone, you have spent hours planning each senior luncheon and event, as well as attending our countless events that we all had for the very last time. All of your love and support is incredibly appreciated; words alone cannot express our gratitude for you. You were able to take the struggles of this year and teach us how to work through them. Because of you, we had the support that was so vital during this challenging stage of our lives. You were there through all the joys and pains of high school and we know you will continue to be there for the seasons to come. We will never forget the relationships, the memories, and the times that we became closer because of this experience we shared. There will never be a class like the Class of 2025. This year we learned, adapted, changed, grew, and relied more on each other; it wasn’t perfect, or anywhere close to easy, but it was ours. Ours to shape into whatever we desire. And because of this year, we will be better equipped to face the struggles ahead of us. Every day we will strive to appreciate what we have and take every opportunity that pushes us toward a brighter future. Thank you for believing in us, The Senior Class of 2025
Honors * ** *** ****
Cum Laude Magna Cum Laude Maxima Cum Laude Summa Cum Laude
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Royal Scholar Humanities Scholar Salutatorian Valedictorian
Lucy Annabelle Bieschke ** Gabriel Arturo Chacon Samuel Freddy Comas Noah James Devine * Jessica Joanne Fink * Salomon Georges Jr. Jillian Alissa-Marie Hansen * Morgan Kayleigh Herron *** Zoë Talia Holiday *** Elijah Vasili Johnson ** Kollin Jacob Kalstek Youyang Li ** Dominick Joseph Chillino * Evan Turner Grimes Meadow Anne Miklos
The Classical School
Luis Alfonso Machado * Daniel Michael McFadden Aly Tommy Ryan Miglore *** Amara Julee Phillips Christian Michael Collins Prendergast * Nicholas Alexander Reece * Isabela Helou Regino **** Jewel Ariel Robinson Kennedy Jordin Sheldon Serenity Vareene Thomas *** Dane Edward Thompkins Jarvis Dion Williams
The First Hope
The First Academy
Thomas Alexander Achey * Cadence Talbot Adamson ** Sofia Michelle Ahmady ** Sebastian Ernesto Alemany ****§ Bethany Muldoon Atchison ****§ Abigail Grace Beach *** Landon Deen Begley *** Wilson Monroe Blair * Mia Claire Brian *** Isabella Marie Brown Elizabeth Grace Bryant ** Caroline Grace Casalese ** Isabella Jolie Clements **§∆ Madison Lee Cospito *** Luiza de Azambuja Catramby Coutinho ****§ Anna Kathryn Currey * Jayden Brian Dailey * Elijah Cole DeBolt * Hope Victoria DeBoom ****§ Carter Bryan DeLoach ****§ Coltin Austin Dowling Elisabeth Ann Fana ***∆ Blake Cole Fields Haiden Hayes Goesling *** Bennett Lane Grissom * Melaina Elizabeth Hale * Gianna Marie Hans **∆ Jamesyn Grace Haynes ****§ Samuel Michael Hebert * Caroline Dale Hodges ** Sophia Fei Hong ****§◊◊ Kyle Marshall Hopper *** Remo Indomenico * Lauren Elizabeth Jackson ****§∆ Grant Stephen Jamison * Lingxin Judy Jin ****§∆ Audri Leilani Joyce * Isaac Aubrey Kohler Amelia Marie Kourie **** Cael Trever Lerner *** Mi Li ** Erick Javier Martinez Hernandez * Daniel Ryan Melley ****§∆ Austin Ryder Merritt ***∆ Jack Henry Millar ****§∆ Kylie Grace Miller ****∆
Sofiah Kate Miller * John Richard Mims * Daniel Marques Gomes Minicz ***§∆ Lily Elizabeth Mock **∆ Michael Benjamin Warren Moore * Fernando Josue Nieves-Font ** Jackson Thomas Pagán * Kaley Faith Marie Parham * Gregory Michael Pellerito Broden William Pettit ****§∆ Austin Jayden Pierzynski ****§ Ava Bailie Rearden ****§∆ Timothy Joel Reid, Jr. Ava McMain Reineke ****§∆ Alena Lauren Rice * Eva Marie Rivera **** Rymer Jean Rizzo Roy Anthony Rodriguez Andrew Thomas Rogers * Ariana Lucia Rosario ** Joshua Caleb Russo * Matthew Carmel Santana **∆ Zachary Scott Schaag Joanna Mei Qiongxiao Schafhauser ****§∆ Haven Suzanne Schrimsher ****§◊ Lorelai Paige Scott ****§∆ Sariah Elise Simmonds ***§ Seth Elijah Simmonds ****§ Rocco Chief Rapada Sioson ***§∆ Victoria Susanne Smith ****§ Davis Matthew Spalding ****§ Logan James Speyer ** Hallie Grace Stokes Olivia Grace Strickland ***∆ Santiago Steve Suarez * Irvin Junze Sun **∆ Langtai Sun ** Langting Sun *** Addison Leigh Tate ** Hudson Everett Thomas *** Jennifer Lee Vais *** Henry Landon Van Dyke Austin Scott Williams **§ Elizabeth Mae Williamson ***∆ Katie Yang ****∆
The Classical School
Lucy Annabelle Bieschke The daughter of Dr. & Mrs Marcus Bieschke has attended The First Academy for two years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Chapel Club (11-12) Chick-Fil-A Leader Club (12) Student Government (12) Theater (9-10)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Art Award (10) Excellence in Bible Award (10) Excellence in Theater (10) Magna Cum Laude Student Government Treasurer/Secretary (12) Volunteer-Church Nursery (9-12) Volunteer-Youth Group Worship Team (12)
College Plans:
Southeastern University
Favorite Bible Verse:
In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16, NIV
Gabriel Arturo Chacon The son of
Mr. Derrick Chacon & Mrs. Carla Luengo
has attended The First Academy for seven years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Boardgame Club (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Volunteer-Give Kids The World (9-12)
College Plans: Undecided
Favorite Bible Verse:
Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” John 14:6, ESV
Samuel Freddy Comas The son of Angel & Stephanie Comas has attended The First Academy for six years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Board Game Club Morning Announcements Obstacle Courses Track
Honors, Awards, and Service: Homecoming Court (11) Volunteer-Vet
College Plans: Valencia College
Favorite Bible Verse:
Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. John 1:3, NIV
Noah James Devine The son of Brittney Devine has attended The First Academy for one year and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Varsity Football (9-12) Weightlifting (9-12) Youth Group (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: 1st Team All District Football (12) Cum Laude Offensive Line MVP (11) Olympic Weightlifting State Medalist 2nd Place (12) Traditional Weightlifting State Medalist 3rd Place (12)
Varsity Football Captain (12) Volunteer-Special Needs Prom (11-12) Weightlifting District Champion (10-12) Weightlifting Regional Champion (10-12) Weightlifting State Qualifier (10-12)
College Plans:
Bethune-Cookman University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Proverbs 3:5, NIV
Jessica Joanne Fink The daughter of Mike & Rachel Fink has attended The First Academy for four years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Action Students (10-12) Altamonte Fast Pitch Academy (11-12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (12) Film Club (11) Florida Kraze Krush High School Division (10) MVMT Students (9) Varsity Soccer (11-12) Varsity Softball (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AFA Most Improved Player (11) Cum Laude Softball Captain (11-12) Varsity Softball Co-Captain (12) Volunteer-Coastal Cleanup Crew (10-12)
Volunteer-Mattress by An Angel (9-12) Volunteer-United Service Organization (12) WFSA World Series Qualifier (11-12)
College Plans:
University of Central Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:30-31, NIV
Salomon Georges Jr. The son of Salomon & Lillian Georges has attended The First Academy for one year and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Freshman/JV Basketball(9-10) JV Baseball (10) Varsity Basketball (11-12) Varsity Football (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Collegiate Honor Roll (12) District Player of the Year (11-12) Offensive Player of the Year (11-12) Student of the Quarter (12)
College Plans: Livingstone College
Favorite Bible Verse:
I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13, ESV
Jillian Alissa-Marie Hansen The daughter of Jereme & Stacey Burke has attended The First Academy for two years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Chapel Club (11) JV Volleyball (10) Reach Volleyball Club (10)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Cum Laude Production Team-Northwest (10-11) Volunteer-Camp Horizon-Lifeguard, Kitchen Staff, Counselor (9-12) Volunteer-Lakeside Church (12) Volunteer-VBS-Miami (10)
College Plans:
University of Central Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:34-35, NIV
Morgan Kayleigh Herron The daughter of Mr. Sean Herron & Ms. Candace Hoffman has attended The First Academy for three years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Best Buddies (9) Chick-fil-A Leader Academy (12) Movie Club (11) National Honor Society (10-12) Osceola County Sheriff Explorer Post 816 (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Chick-fil-a Leader Academy Communications Team Leader (12) High Honor Roll (9) Maxima Cum Laude Osceola County Sheriff Explorers Program Corporal (10) Osceola County Sheriff Explorers Program Explorer (9-10)
Osceola County Sheriff Explorers Program Major (12) Osceola County Sheriff Explorers Program Post President (12) Osceola County Sheriff Explorers Program Sergeant (10-11) Student of the Quarter (11)
College Plans: Valencia College
Favorite Bible Verse:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11, NIV
Zoë Talia Holiday The daughter of Dr. Tiffany Cook & Mr. Marques Holiday has attended The First Academy for eight years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Central Florida Ballet Studio Company (9-12) Chapel Club (11-12) Chick-fil-A Leader Academy (12) Dancing for Diabetes (9) National Honor Society (10-12) Spelman College Science of Beauty Camp (11)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Central Florida Ballet Studio Company (9-12) Central Florida Ballet Summer Camp TA (10) Chick-fil-A Leader Academy-Fundraising Leader (12) Fashion Show (11-12) Lower School Art TA (12)
Math Excellence Certificate (11) Maxima Cum Laude Spelman College Science of Beauty Shining Star Award (11) Spelman College Science of Beauty Certificate of Completion (11) Volunteer-Beach Clean-up (11) World Ballet Competition (9-12)
College Plans:
The University of Toledo
Favorite Bible Verse:
You have searched me, Lord, and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways. Before a word is on my tongue you, Lord, know it completely. You hem me in behind and before, and you lay your hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too lofty for me to attain. Psalm 139:1-6, NIV
Elijah Vasili Johnson The son of Robert Johnson & Vanessa Varelas has attended The First Academy for three years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Academies at Harvard University - Law (11) Chess Club (9-10) Diversity Club (10) Ergometer Development Camp (9-10) JV Crew (9)
Laurel Springs Student Ambassador (11) Speech and Debate Team (10) STEM Club (12) Varsity Crew (10-12)
AP Scholar (12) Florida State Rowing Championships FSRA - Bronze Medal Recipient (10), Florida State Rowing Championships FSRA - Gold Medal Recipient (11) Honor Roll (9-11) Magna Cum Laude National Society for High School Scholars (10-12)
Volunteer-The Christian Service Center Daily Bread Soup Kitchen (10) Volunteer-Vacation Bible School (10) Volunteer-Youth Ministry Leader Nursery and Young Children Care, High Point Church, Lean to Row Camp Instructor (9-11)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
College Plans: Rollins College
Favorite Bible Verse:
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Romans 12:12, NIV
Kollin Jacob Kalstek The son of Jamie & Tami Kalstek has attended The First Academy for three years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Bible Study Club (12) Chapel Planning Club (11) Christian Lunch Club (10-11) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (10-11)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Chapel Leadership (12) Illuminate Church Youth Leader (9-11) NFL Flag-Football Assistant Coach (10-11) TCS Chaplain (11-12) Track & Field Regionals (9) Track & Field Districts (9) Volunteer-Downtown Orlando Evangelism Host (11) Volunteer-Hurricane Relief Trip for Mobile Home Owners through Illuminate Church (9) Volunteer-lluminate Church Dream-Team (9-11)
SGA (11-12) Varsity Football (10) Varsity Track and Field (9)
Volunteer-Illuminate Church Set Up Team (11) Volunteer-Illuminate Church Youth Leadership Team (9-11) Volunteer-Illuminate Youth Dream-Team (9-11) Volunteer-Worship Team, Altar Call Team, Prayer Team, Creativity Team, Teaching Team and Discipleship Team (12) Volunteer Host-Worship and Prayer Leader (12)
College Plans: Undecided
Favorite Bible Verse:
“Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28, NASB
Youyang Li The daughter of Liqin Li & Minghua Yang has attended The First Academy for three years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Chinese Club (9) National Honor Society (10-12) Varsity Golf (9,10)
Honors, Awards, and Service: High Honor Roll (9) Magna Cum Laude Most Improved Player (10) Sportsmanship Award (9) Varsity Golf State Individual-2nd Place (10) Varsity Golf State Team Champion (10)
College Plans: Rollins College
Favorite Bible Verse:
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Deuteronomy 31:6, NIV
Luis Alfonso Machado The son of Robert & Milaiza Machado has attended The First Academy for two years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Varsity Baseball (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Baseball District Champions (10-12) Baseball Regional Champions (11) Baseball State Final Four (11) Cum Laude Volunteer-United Against Poverty (11)
College Plans:
Bethune-Cookman University
Favorite Bible Verse:
The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever. Do not forsake the work of your hands. Psalm 138:8, ESV
Daniel Michael McFadden The son of Daniel & Stephanie McFadden has attended The First Academy for two years and is graduating through The Classical School.
College Plans: Undecided
Favorite Bible Verse:
And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Ephesians 5:2, ESV
Aly Tommy Ryan Miglore The daughter of Drs. Shaun & Nikki Miglore has attended The First Academy for six years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Boxing (11-12) Club Volleyball (9) Hispanic Honor Society (11) National Honor Society (10-12) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-10) Weightlifting (11)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Maxima Cum Laude
College Plans: Undecided
Favorite Bible Verse:
Never let loyalty and faithfulness leave you. Tie them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will find favor and high regard with God and people. Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding; in all your ways know him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:3-6, CSB
Amara Ju’lee Phillips The daughter of Tonya Phillips, MBA & Parris Phillips has attended The First Academy for five years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy (12) Deeper Fellowship Church Staff (11-12) Film Club (11) International Thespian Society (11-12) Nu Look Dance Company (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Volunteer-Feed the Hungry (10) Volunteer-Assistant at Deeper Fellowship Children’s Church (10-12) Volunteer-Ur Learning Solutions Tutor for K-8th Grade (12) Volunteer-Collection Drives for Nicaragua (9)
College Plans:
Florida Southern College
Favorite Bible Verse:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11, NIV
Christian Michael Collins Prendergast The son of Dr. Danielle & Mr. Michael Prendergast has attended The First Academy for five years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
FC America Soccer Club (11-12) Florida Rush Soccer Club (9) JV Soccer (10)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Alliance Cup Bronze Soccer (9) Collegiate Honor Roll (11) Cum Laude Honor Roll (10) JV Soccer Captain (10) Volunteer-Daisy Lawn (11-12)
College Plans:
Georgia State University
Favorite Bible Verse:
But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Matthew 6:33, ESV
Nicholas Alexander Reece The son of Alex Reece & Nadia Reece has attended The First Academy for two years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Mentor and Self Defense Teacher (9-12) National Honor Society (11-12) National Society of High School Scholars (9-12) Student Help Club (11)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Church Acolyte (9) Cum Laude Kickboxing State Champion (9) SR Beta Club (9-10) Volunteer-Community Work at Church (10) Volunteer-Legend Martial Arts (9-12)
College Plans:
University of Central Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
For we walk by faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7, ESV
Isabela Helou Regino The daughter of Alexandre & Paula Regino has attended The First Academy for eleven years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Boardgame Club (12) Film Club (11) Fine Arts Choir (9-10) Fine Arts Human Video (9-10) Fine Arts Photography (9-10) National Honor Society (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Fine Arts Choir Districts-1st Place (9) Fine Arts Photography Districts-Top 10 (9) Science Award (10) Student Achievement: Best Leader (9) Summa Cum Laude Volunteer-Church in the Son (9-12)
College Plans:
Southeastern University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7, NIV
Jewel Ariel Robinson The daughter of Wave & Octavia Robinson has attended The First Academy for seven years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
AAU Track-Royal Runnings (11-12) Chapel Leadership (11-12) Cross Country (12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (9-12) JV Volleyball (9)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AAU Triple Jump District Champion (11) Basketball Defensive Player of the Year (11) Basketball District Champions (10) Basketball District Runner (11) Basketball Most Improved (11) Children’s Ministry Leader (10-12) Homecoming Court (9-10) Miss Florida Teen State Finalist (11-12) N.A.M. Finalist (11-12) Track & Field Captain (12)
NAM (11-12) Track & Field (9-12) Ultimate Ministries (9-12) Varsity Basketball (9-12)
Track District Qualifier 4x4-2nd Place (11) Track District Qualifier 4x4-3rd Place (9) Track District Qualifier 4x8-3rd Place (9) Track Most Improved Runner (9) Track Positive Spirit Award (10) Track Regional Qualifier 400 & 4x4 (11) Track State Qualifier 4x4 (11) Volunteer-New Beginnings Missions (9-12) Volunteer-Ultimate Ministries Local Missions (9-12)
College Plans:
St. Thomas University
Favorite Bible Verse:
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3, NIV
Kennedy Jordin Sheldon The daughter of Kenneth & Vanessa Sheldon has attended The First Academy for four years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Bible Study Club (12) Chapel Club (11-12) Thespian Troupe 5165 (9-12) Worship Team (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Band Director (11) City Group Leader (10-11) Socratic Seminar Award Winner (9) TCS Homecoming Court (11) VBS Worship Leader (12) Volunteer-MVMT City Group (10-11)
Volunteer-Serve the City (9) Volunteer-VBS Middle School Helper (12) Volunteer-VBS Middle School Worship Team (12) Worship Team Leader (12)
College Plans:
Southeastern University
Favorite Bible Verse:
God, who shows you his kindness and who has called you through Christ Jesus to his eternal glory, will restore you, strengthen you, make you strong, and support you as you suffer for a little while. 1 Peter 5:10, GW
Serenity Vareene Thomas The daughter of Cedrick & Dr. Jimletta Thomas has attended The First Academy for five years and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Chapel Club (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12) Varsity Girls Soccer (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Church Choir (12) FCA Leader (12) Homecoming Fashion Show Host (11-12) Maxima Cum Laude Middle School Small Group Leader (11-12) Orlando City ECNL Girls First Team All Conference (9)
SGA Vice President (11) Varsity Girls Soccer Captain (11-12) Varsity Girls Soccer Most Outstanding Defensive Player of the Year (11) Volunteer-Action Kids (10-12) Volunteer-Camp Counselor (11-12) Youth Group Student Leader (10-12)
College Plans:
Seminole State College of Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future. Proverbs 31:25, NLT
Dane Edward Thompkins The son of Mr. & Mrs. Thompkins has attended The First Academy for one year and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
AVID (9-11) JV Football (9) Track & Field (10-11) Varsity Football (10-12) Weightlifting (9-11)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Football Leadership Council (11-12)
College Plans:
West Virginia State University
Favorite Bible Verse:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11, NIV
Jarvis Dion Williams The son of Mr. Williams & Ms. Bell has attended The First Academy for one year and is graduating through The Classical School.
Memberships:
Varsity Football (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
2 Time District 1st Team All Central Florida Champion (10-12) 1st Team All District Football (12) 2nd Team All Area Football (12) All State Football Honorable Mention (12)
College Plans:
Robert Morris University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalm 51:10, NIV
The First Hope
Dominick Joseph Chillino The son of Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Chillino has attended The First Academy for three years and is graduating through The First Hope.
Memberships:
Community Service (11-12) Social Development (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Chemistry Honors (11) Community Service (11-12) The First Hope Homecoming Court (10-12)
College Plans:
University of Central Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6, NIV
Evan Turner Grimes The son of Steven & Tiffany Grimes has attended The First Academy for five years and is graduating through The First Hope.
Memberships:
Basketball (9-12) Soccer (9-12) Special Olympics (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Basketball-1st Place Blue Ribbon (9,10) PE Instructional Assistant (12) Soccer-Gold Medal (11-12) Soccer-Silver Medal (10) The First Hope Homecoming Court (9-12)
College Plans:
Vocational Internship
Favorite Bible Verse:
Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:6, NIV
Meadow Anne Miklos The daughter of John & Nancy Miklos has attended The First Academy for eleven years and is graduating through The First Hope.
Memberships:
International Thespian Society (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Homecoming Queen (9) The First Hope Homecoming Court (9-12) Volunteer-Nathaniel’s Hope (9-12) Work Program (10-12)
College Plans:
Vocational Internship
Favorite Bible Verse:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11, NIV
The First Academy
Thomas Alexander Achey The son of Troy Achey & Erin Charlton has attended The First Academy for three years.
Memberships:
Pickleball Club (12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Varsity Baseball (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Cum Laude Homecoming Court (11) Baseball Co-Captain (12) Baseball District Champions (10-12) Baseball Regional Champions (11) Baseball State Final Four (11) Volunteer-Miracle League (10)
College Plans: Stetson University
Favorite Bible Verse:
It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure. 2 Samuel 22:33, NIV
Cadence Talbot Adamson The daughter of Dr. William & Kimberly Adamson has attended The First Academy for seven years.
Memberships:
Best Buddies Club (9-10) Chaplain Committee (9-11) Comfort Club Committee (9-11) Figure Skating (9-11) Fine Arts Committee (9-11) Girls Weightlifting (11)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Broadreach Volunteer Projects (11) Comfort Club Committee Leader (11) Cross Country Award: Most Improved (9) Founder-Faithful Friends Bible Study (9) Magna Cum Laude Royal Ambassador Committee Leader (12) Royal Reach Award (9) Service Project-Give Kids the World Donation Drive (10)
Outreach Committee (12) Poetry Out Loud (9-10) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Student Life Committee (11) Varsity Cross Country (9-10) Volunteer-Camp Roar (9-10) Volunteer-First Orlando Special Needs Buddy Break (9-11) Volunteer-Operation Gratitude (9) Volunteer-Orange County Animal Shelter (11) Volunteer-Snowball Express (11-12)
College Plans:
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Favorite Bible Verse:
When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. Proverbs 3:24, NIV
Sofia Michelle Ahmady The daughter of Claudia & Matthew Ahmady has attended The First Academy for two years.
Memberships:
Criminal Psychology Club (11) Hispanic Honor Society (12) National History Scholars Society (11-12) Varsity Volleyball (9-10)
Honors, Awards, and Service: L.A.M.B. Service (9-12) Magna Cum Laude Varsity Volleyball MVP (10)
College Plans:
University of Central Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Psalm 18:2, NIV
Sebastian Ernesto Alemany The son of Dr. Carlos Alemany & Dr. Denise Serafin has attended The First Academy for nine years.
Memberships:
Hispanic Honor Society (10-12) Model UN (9-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12) Outreach Committee (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Hispanic Honor Society Co-President (12) History Student of the Year (9-10) Outreach Committee Leader (12) Royal Scholar Science Student of the Year (11) Summa Cum Laude
Science National Honor Society (12) Varsity Soccer (10-12) Varsity Weightlifting (10-12)
Top 5 PSAT Score (11) Volunteer-Matthews Hope (9-12) Volunteer-Windermere Little League Baseball (11-12) Weightlifting District Champion (10-11)
College Plans: University of Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and selfdiscipline. 2 Timothy 1:7, NIV
Bethany Muldoon Atchison The daughter of Jim & Elli Atchison has attended The First Academy for thirteen years.
Memberships:
Best Buddies Club (9-12) Brown University Pre-College Program (11) Comfort Club (9-12) Criminal Psychology Club (9-10) Dance Marathon Committee (9-12) Environmental Committee (9-12) Little Women Club (9)
National Honor Society (10-12) Outreach Committee (9-11) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-11) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Student Life Committee (9-12) Varsity Soccer (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar with Distinction (11) Environmental Committee Leader (11-12) Homecoming Court (9) National Honor Society Secretary (12) Summa Cum Laude Royal Scholar Volunteer-Camp Roar (8-12)
College Plans:
University of South Florida (Main Campus)
Favorite Bible Verse:
I lift up my eyes to the mountains-where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. Psalm 121:1-2, NIV
Abigail Grace Beach The daughter of Matt & Michelle Beach has attended The First Academy for four years.
Memberships:
Best Buddies Club (9-12) Bible Study (9-12) Comfort Club Committee (9-10) Dance Marathon Committee (12) Hispanic Honor Society (10-12) National Honor Society (10-12) Outreach Committee (10-12) Rolling Royals (12)
Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12 Student Life Committee (9-12) Varsity Cross Country (9) Varsity Soccer (9-12) Varsity Weightlifting (10-11) Wounded Warrior Club (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Best Buddies Club Vice President (12) Maxima Cum Laude Royal Ambassador Leader (12) Varsity Girls Soccer District Champion (10) Volunteer-Lift Disability Prom (11-12) Volunteer-Snowball Express (10-12) Wounded Warrior Club Leader (12)
College Plans: Samford University
Favorite Bible Verse:
But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me was not in vain. On the contrary, I worked harder than any of them, though it was not I, but the grace of God that is with me. 1 Corinthians 15:10, ESV
Landon Deen Begley The son of Mr. & Mrs. Golden Begley has attended The First Academy for seven years.
Memberships:
Dance Marathon Committee (9-10) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (11) Inner City Missions Club (11) JV & Varsity Lacrosse (9,10) Micah 6:8 Club (10) National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar with Honor (11) Chaplain for Chapel (12) Dance Marathon Leader (11-12) Dr. Stephen D. Whitaker Senior Thesis Competition-5th Place Written Paper (12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leader (12)
Quiz Bowl Club (11) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Ambassador (11-12) Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Sports Medicine (9, 11-12) Wounded Warrior Club (10-11) Varsity Weightlifting (11) Homecoming Court (10,12) Maxima Cum Laude Prom King (12) Sports Medicine Leader (10) Wounded Warrior Club Leader (12)
College Plans: Samford University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away. 1 Corinthians 13:8, NIV
Wilson Monroe Blair The son of Mr. & Mrs. Brian Blair has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Chapel Band (9-12) Chaplain (11-12) Concert Band (9-10) Dance Marathon Committee (11-12) Fine Arts Committee (11-12) Heart of David (10-11) International Thespian Society (11-12) JV Soccer (10)
Marching Band (9-10) Model UN (12) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (11-12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Ambassador Committee (11-12) Royal Leadership Academy (12) Weightlifting (10) Wounded Warrior Club (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Cum Laude
College Plans:
The University of Tennessee (Knoxville)
Favorite Bible Verse:
Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:15-16, NIV
Mia Claire Brian The daughter of Clay & Megan Brian has attended The First Academy for eleven years.
Memberships:
Chapel Band (11-12) Chaplain Committee (11-12) Choir (11) Comfort Club (10) Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) Fine Arts Committee (11) Model UN (9-12)
National Honor Society (10-12) Prom Planning Committee (11) Royal Ambassador Committee (11-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Student Life Committee (10-12) Thespian Troupe 5165 (9-12)
AP Scholar (10) AP Scholar with Distinction (11) Applause Award-Outstanding Lead Performer Nomination (12) Applause Award-Outstanding Singer Nomination (12) Dance Marathon Leader (11-12) Maxima Cum Laude
Model UN Treasurer (11) Production Assistant for Middle School Theatre (10-12) Thespian Districts-Excellent (9,11) Thespian Districts-Straight Superiors (10,12) Thespian State-Excellent (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
College Plans:
University of Central Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life? Matthew 6:27, NIV
Isabella Marie Brown The daughter of Christopher & Gabriela Brown has attended The First Academy for six years.
Memberships:
Best Buddies (9-10) Comfort Club Committee (9-11) Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (11-12) Godly Girls (9-10) Medical Club (11)
Honors, Awards, and Service: 2023 Most Improved Player (10) Dance Marathon Leader (12) FHSAA 2A Softball State Champion (9)
Micah 6:8 Club (12) Outreach Committee (12) Royal Ambassador Committee (10-12) Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Student Life Committee (11) Varsity Softball (7-12) FHSAA All-State 2022-2023 (10-11) Varsity Softball Captain (12) Volunteer-Softball Camp (9-12)
College Plans:
Southeastern University
Favorite Bible Verse:
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9, NIV
Elizabeth Grace Bryant The daughter of Heath & Shelli Bryant has attended The First Academy for five years.
Memberships:
7th Grade Bible Study Leader (10) 10th Grade Bible Study Leader (12) Chapel Band (10-12) Chaplain (9-12) Choir (9,11) Comfort Club (9-11) Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) Godspell Musical (11) High School Bible Study Leader (10) Hispanic Honor Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: 9th Grade Christian Studies Award (9) Chapel Band Vocalist Leader (12) Chaplain Leader (12) Comfort Club Leader (11) Dr. Stephen D. Whitaker Senior Thesis Competition-5th Place Presentation (12) Florida All State Choir (9) Hispanic Honor Society Leader (11-12) Homecoming Court (9,12) I Am Third Award (9) Kids Small Group Leader (6-12) Magna Cum Laude
International Thespian Society (11-12) Kids Small Group Leader (9-12) Model UN (11-12) MVMT Worship Leader (11-12) National Honor Society (11-12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) US Musical, Little Women (12) Volleyball (9) National Society for High School Scholars (9-12) Outstanding Ensemble Award (11) Prom Court (12) Student Leader for Wednesday Nights (12) Student of the Quarter (9,12) Student’s Choice Award (10) Volunteer-Lift Disability (11) Volunteer-Mustard Seed (10) Volunteer-VBS (6-12) Volunteer-VBS Coordinator (10-11)
College Plans:
Ouachita Baptist University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. James 1:2-4, ESV
Caroline Grace Casalese The daughter of Joe & Jamie Casalese has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Best Buddies (9–12) Blue Crew (11–12) Comfort Club Committee (9–12) Dance Marathon Committee (9–12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (9–12) Model UN Club (11–12) National Art Honor Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leader (12) Girls Volleyball Coaches Award (8,9,11) Homecoming Court (11) Magna Cum Laude National Art Honor Society Chaplain (12) Royal Ambassador Committee Leader (12) Varsity Beach Volleyball Captain (11–12)
Outreach Committee (9–12) Royal Ambassador Committee (9–12) Student Life Committee (9–12) Varsity Volleyball (8–12) Varsity Beach Volleyball (9–12) Wounded Warrior Club (12)
Varsity Volleyball Captain (11–12) Volunteer-Covered by Christ (11–12) Volunteer-First Orlando VBS (9–10) Volunteer-Gary Sinise Snowball Express (9–12) Volunteer-Horizon West Church Kids (8–10) Volunteer-Military Send Off (12) Wounded Warrior Club Leader (12)
College Plans: Auburn University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. James 4:10, NIV
Isabella Jolie Clements The daughter of Robert & Bethsy Clements has attended The First Academy for four years.
Memberships:
Fine Arts Committee (9-12) First Orlando Tech (9-11) International Thespian Society (10-12) Lifebridge Church Tech (9-11) Model UN (10-12) National Art Honor Society (11-12) National Chinese Honor Society (11-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Society of High School Scholars (11-12)
Outreach Committee (11-12) Programming Team (11-12) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-10) Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Student Life Committee (10-12) Theater Tech (9-12) Thespian Districts (9-10) Thespian State (9) Thespian Troupe 5165 (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar with Honor (11-12) Fine Arts Committee Leader (11-12) Humanities Scholar Magna Cum Laude Royal Scholar Student of the Quarter (10) Volunteer-Mustard Seed of Central Florida (11-12) Volunteer-Orange County Animal Services (11-12)
College Plans:
George Washington University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Let all that you do be done in love. 1 Corinthians 16:14, ESV
Madison Lee Cospito The daughter of Robert & Amanda Cospito has attended The First Academy for eight years.
Memberships:
Animal Club (10) Chess Club (11) Chinese Culture Club (12) International Thespian Society (10-12) Pickleball Club (12) Royal Leadership Academy (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar (10-11) Maxima Cum Laude Student of the Quarter (12) Theater Scholar of the Year Award (11) Volunteer-First Orlando Student Volunteer/Leader (9-12) Volunteer-VBS (9-12)
College Plans:
Southeastern University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6, ESV
Luiza de Azambuja Catramby Coutinho The daughter of Claudio & Fabiana Coutinho has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Beach Club (10) Chapel Band (11-12) Dance Marathon Committee (9-12) Fine Arts Committee (11-12) Hispanic Honor Society (10-12) Masterworks (10-12) Medicine Club (11) Middle School Theater Set Design (11) Model UN (12) National Art Honor Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar (10-11) Applause Award-Outstanding Supporting Performer Nomination (11) Best Supporting Actress Award (9) Distinguished Christian Student Award (10) Fine Arts Committee Leader (11-12) Florida Art Education Association Award of Merit (12) Heart Of The Creator Award 2024 (11) Medicine Club Secretary (11) National Art Honor Society President (12)
National Honor Society (10-12) Outreach Committee (11-12) Ronaldo Beach Tennis Academy (10-12) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Chamber Choir (9) Royal Leadership Academy (10-11) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Thespian Troupe 5165 (10-12) Upper School Theatre (9-12) Upper School Theatre Tech Team (10-12) Not A Clue Play Set Designer/ Coordinator (12) One Acts Tech Set Design Leader (11) Principal’s Award-Visual 2D Art (10) Royal Reach Award (9) Royal Scholar Summa Cum Laude Thespian Districts-Excellent, Solo Musical (11) Thespian Districts-Superior & Best in Show, Pantomime (12) Thespian State-Superior, Pantomime (12) Troupe 5165 Designer Of The Year (11)
College Plans: University of Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13, ESV
Anna Kathryn Currey The daughter of Jeff & Tracey Currey has attended The First Academy for five years.
Memberships:
Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Student Life Committee (9-12) Varsity Cross Country (11-12) Varsity Lacrosse (8-12) Varsity Soccer (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
Cross Country Captain (12) Cum Laude Dance Marathon Leader (11-12) Early Childhood Development Club President (11-12) SALT (12) Varsity Lacrosse Captain (11-12)
College Plans:
University of Mary Washington
Favorite Bible Verse:
Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Psalm 23:6, NIV
Jayden Brian Dailey The son of Mr. Brian Dailey & Mrs. Lacarri Swain-Dailey has attended The First Academy for nine years.
Memberships:
Chess Club (11-12) Marching Band (Wind Ensemble) (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Cum Laude Volunteer-Second Harvest Food Bank (9) Volunteer-Snowball Express (10-11)
College Plans:
Seminole State College of Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
Yet if you devote your heart to him and stretch out your hands to him, if you put away the sin that is in your hand and allow no evil to dwell in your tent, then, free of fault, you will lift up your face; you will stand firm and without fear. You will surely forget your trouble, recalling it only as waters gone by. Life will be brighter than noonday, and darkness will become like morning. You will be secure, because there is hope; you will look about you and take your rest in safety. You will lie down, with no one to make you afraid, and many will court your favor. Job 11:13-19, NIV
Elijah Cole DeBolt The son of Chad & Denise DeBolt has attended The First Academy for three years.
Memberships:
Business Club (11) Contemporary Band (12) Micah 6:8 Club (12) Varsity Soccer (9,11,12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Christian Studies Award (11) Cum Laude Varsity Soccer Captain (12) Volunteer-VBS (9,11,12)
College Plans: Samford University
Favorite Bible Verse:
“If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.” Matthew 21:22, NIV
Hope Victoria DeBoom The daughter of Lisa DeBoom & the late Tim DeBoom has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Best Buddies (9-10) Chapel Band Tech Team (11-12) Chaplain Committee (9-12) Dance Marathon Committee (9-12) Environmental Committee (9-12) Latin Honor Society (10-12) Masterworks (9-12) Model United Nations (9-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Applause Award-Outstanding Stage Manager (10) Applause Award-Outstanding Stage Manager Nomination (11-12) Chapel Band Leader (12) Cheerleading Regional Champions (10, 11) Cheerleading State Runner-Ups (11) Dance Marathon Leader (11-12) Dr. Stephen D. Whitaker Senior Thesis Competition-2nd Place Presentation (12) Latin Honor Society Officer (11) Model United Nations President (12) Model United Nations Secretary (9-10) Model United Nations Vice President (11) National Latin Exam Silver Magna Cum Laude (9,10)
National Honor Society (10-12) Prom Committee (11) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Student Life Committee (9-11) Thespian Troupe 5165 (9-12) Varsity Sideline Cheerleading (9-12) Varsity Competition Cheerleading (8, 10-12) Royal Reach Award (9) Royal Scholar SALT Member (12) Science National Honor Society Liaison (11) Student of the Quarter (9-12) Summa Cum Laude Thespian Districts-Superior (9-12) Thespian State-Excellent (11) Thespian State-Superior (9,10,12) Thespian of the Year (11) Thespian Troupe 5165 Co-President (12) Thespian Troupe 5165 Secretary (11) Top 5 PSAT Score (9,11) UCA All American Recognition (11,12) Varsity Cheerleading Captain (12) Volunteer-FBCO Kids (9-11) Volunteer-Lower School Cheer (9-12)
College Plans: Auburn University
Favorite Bible Verse:
We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. Hebrews 6:19, NIV
Carter Bryan DeLoach The son of Casey & Jennifer DeLoach has attended The First Academy for four years.
Memberships:
National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12) Quiz Bowl Club (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Royal Scholar Summa Cum Laude
College Plans: Undecided
Favorite Bible Verse:
Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11:1, KJV
Coltin Austin Dowling The son of Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Dowling has attended The First Academy for thirteen years.
Memberships:
12th Man (12) Business Club (10-12) Chick-fil-A Team Lead (10-12) Comfort Club (10-12) JV Football (9) National Society of High School Scholars (10-12) Quiz Bowl Club (10-12)
Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Ruth’s Chris Steak House-Server (12) Varsity Football (9) Varsity Lacrosse (9-11) Volunteer-Clothing Drive (10) Volunteer-Food Pantry (11) Wounded Warrior Club (10-12)
College Plans: Santa Fe College
Favorite Bible Verse:
Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4, NIV
Elisabeth Ann Fana The daughter of Joseph & Rebekah Fana has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Girls Weightlifting (10-12) Latin Honor Society (10-12) Masterworks (9-12) Model UN (9-12) National Art Honor Society (12)
National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12) Rolling Royals (12) Sports Medicine (10-12)
AP Scholar (10) Humanities Scholar Maxima Cum Laude Model UN-Verbal Commendation (11) Royal Ambassador Leader (11) Sports Medicine Historian (11)
Student Life Leader (12) Student of the Quarter (11) Thespian Districts-All Star Crew (9) Volunteer-Arnold and Winnie Palmer Hospital (11-12) Volunteer-Matthew’s Hope (9-10)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
College Plans:
Florida State University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4, NIV
Blake Cole Fields The son of Mr. Frank Fields & Mrs. Tasha Fields has attended The First Academy for two years.
Memberships:
12th Man (11-12) Quiz Bowl Club (12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Leadership Academy (12) Varsity Baseball (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: 12th Man Co-President (12) Baseball District Champions (10-12) Baseball Regional Champions (11) Baseball State Final Four (11) Baseball Team Captain (12) Quiz Bowl Club Co-President (12) Varsity Baseball MVP Award (11)
College Plans: Miami Dade College
Favorite Bible Verse:
“At the right time, I, the Lord, will make it happen.” Isaiah 60:22, NLT
Haiden Hayes Goesling The daughter of Chad & Sherrie Goesling has attended The First Academy for three years.
Memberships:
Best Buddies Club (10-12) Dance Marathon Committee (11-12) Comfort Club (10-11) Game Point Volleyball Club (10) JV Volleyball (9-10) National Honor Society (10-12) Royal Ambassador Committee (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Auburn Football Student Athletic Trainer Beach Volleyball District Champions (11) Dance Marathon Leader (12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes Captain (11-12)
Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Rolling Royals (12) Sports Medicine Team (10-12) Varsity Beach Volleyball (10-12) Varsity Volleyball (11-12) Varsity Weightlifting (10-11)
Game Point Volleyball Captain (10) Maxima Cum Laude Sports Medicine Captain (12) Volunteer-VBS (10)
College Plans: Auburn University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Jesus replied, “You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.” John 13:7, NIV
Bennett Lane Grissom The son of Cleve & Amanda Grissom has attended The First Academy for four years.
Memberships:
Dance Marathon Committee (11-12) Quiz Bowl Club (11-12) Micah 6:8 Club (9-11) Royal Ambassador Committee (10-11) Varsity Football (9-11) Varsity Lacrosse (10-12) Weightlifting (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Collegiate Honor Roll (11-12) Cum Laude Quiz Bowl Club President (12) Volunteer-VBS (9-12) Weightlifting District Champions (10-11)
College Plans:
Florida State University
Favorite Bible Verse:
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10, NIV
Melaina Elizabeth Hale The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Richard Hale has attended The First Academy for four years.
Memberships:
Beach Club (9-10) Blue Crew/12th Man (12) Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (9-12) Fine Arts Committee (10-12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar (12) Cum Laude Leadership Award-Varsity Sports Banquet (11) Service Project-FCA Thanksgiving Canned Food Drive (9-12) Student Athlete Leadership Team (12) Student Life Committee Leader (11-12) Theater Technician (11) UCA All American Cheerleader (11) Varsity Competition Cheerleading Captain (12)
Student Life Committee (10-12) Thespian Troupe 5165 (9-12) Varsity Competition Cheerleading (10-12) Varsity Girls Lacrosse (11) Varsity Girls Weightlifting (11) Varsity Sideline Cheerleading (9-12) Varsity Competition Cheerleading Extra Large Non Tumbling Class 1A Region 2 Champions (10-11) Varsity Competition Cheerleading Extra Large Non Tumbling Class 1A Region 2 State Runner-up (11) Varsity Sideline Cheerleading Captain (12) Volunteer-TFA Veterans Day Celebration (10-12) World Language Award (9)
College Plans: Samford University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6, NIV
Gianna Marie Hans The daughter of Preet & Amy Hans has attended The First Academy for ten years.
Memberships:
Animal Club (10-12) Chaplain (12) Club Volleyball (9-10) Comfort Club (9-11) International Thespian Society (10-12) MVMT Students (9-12) National Art Honor Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Animal Club President (11-12) Humanities Scholar Magna Cum Laude National Art Honor Society Secretary (12) National Security Language Initiative for Youth Semifinalist (12) Royal Ambassador Leader (12) Student of the Quarter (9) Volunteer-Central Florida Zoo (11) Volunteer-First Orlando Teacher Assistant (9-12)
Royal Ambassador Committee (12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Science National Honor Society (12) Sports Medicine Team (10 & 12) Theater (9-12) Wounded Warrior Club (10)
Volunteer-McCormick Research Institute (10-11) Volunteer-Orange County Animal Services (10-11) Volunteer-Serve the City (10th) Volunteer-Special Olympics (10) Volunteer-Steel Equine (11) Volunteer-VBS (9-12)
College Plans:
University of Central Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
Neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:39, NIV
Jamesyn Grace Haynes The daughter of Joseph & Erin Haynes has attended The First Academy for seven years.
Memberships:
Blue Crew President (12) Criminal Psychology Club (9-12) Dance Marathon Committee (9-12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (9-12) Football Manager and Computer Operator (12) Hispanic Honor Society (11-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar (12) Freshman Female Scholar Athlete (9) Homecoming Court (10) Hustle Award (10) Most Improved Player-Beach Volleyball (9) Royal Scholar Science National Honor Society Vice President (12) Student Life Leader (11-12) Summa Cum Laude
National Honor Society (10-12) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (9-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Student Life Committee (9-12) Wounded Warrior Club (9-12) Varsity Volleyball (9-12) Varsity Beach Volleyball (9-12) Varsity Beach Volleyball Captain (12) Varsity Volleyball Captain (11-12) Volunteer-Gary Sinise Foundation Snowball Express (9-12) Volunteer-Lower/Middle School Volleyball Camp (9-12) Volunteer-Palmetto Elementary School Holiday Pajama Drive Ambassador (9-12) Wounded Warrior Club Leader (12)
College Plans: Clemson University
Favorite Bible Verse:
The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Deuteronomy 31:8, NIV
Samuel Michael Hebert The son of Michael & Candace Hebert has attended The First Academy for thirteen years.
Memberships:
Chaplain Committee (9-12) Comfort Club (9) Dance Marathon Committee (9-12) JV Football (9) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Brick by Brick Award (11) Brotherhood Award (11) Chaplain Leader (11-12) Cum Laude Fellowship of Christian Athletes Award (11)
Rolling Royals (12) Varsity Football (9-12) Varsity Lacrosse (12) Varsity Weightlifting (10-12) Wounded Warrior Club (10-12) Gordon College Book Award (11) Homecoming Court (12) Homecoming King (12) Leadership Council-Football (11-12) Weightlifting District Champions (10-11) Wounded Warrior Club Leader (12)
College Plans: Samford University
Favorite Bible Verse:
“Nevertheless, do not rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.” Luke 10:20, ESV
Caroline Dale Hodges The daughter of Jason & Allison Hodges has attended The First Academy for five years.
Memberships:
Chapel Band (10-12) Chaplain Committee (11-12) Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) Fine Arts Committee (11-12) Model UN (10-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (11-12) Royal Ambassador Committee (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
Applause Award-Outstanding Actor Nomination (12) Applause Award-Outstanding Lead Performer Nomination (12) Cheerleading Captain (12) Magna Cum Laude Model UN Undersecretary of General Assembly Affairs (12) Principal’s Award (10) Quill & Scroll Honor Society Co-President (12) Royals Media Executive Producer (12) Spring Musical Choreographer (12) Student of the Quarter (10) Two-time All American Cheerleader (11-12)
Royals Media-Legacy Yearbook & Raw Footage (11-12) Sports Medicine (11) Student Life Committee (10-12) Thespian Troupe 5165 (9-12) Varsity Competition Cheer (10-12) Varsity Sideline Cheer (9-12)
Varsity Competition Cheer-2 Time Regional Champion (10-11) Varsity Competition Cheer-Second in the State (11) Volunteer-First Orlando City Groups (10) Volunteer-First Orlando KIDS Small Group Leader (9-10) Volunteer-First Orlando MVMT Student Band (10-12) Volunteer-First Orlando VBS (9-11) Volunteer-Serve the City (9-10) Volunteer-Service and Leadership Training at Woodlands Camp (12)
College Plans: Samford University
Favorite Bible Verse:
He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the Lord require of you But to do justly, To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God? Micah 6:8, NKJV
Sophia Fei Hong The daughter of Mr. Yaohang Hong & Mrs. Jianying Fan has attended The First Academy for four years.
Memberships:
Chinese Culture Club (12) Model UN (10-12) National Chinese Honor Society (11-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar with Distinction (11) Chinese Culture Program Co-Leader (12) Dr. Stephen D. Whitaker Senior Thesis Competition-4th Place Written Paper (12) National Chinese Honor Society Vice President (12) National History Scholars Society Vice President (12) Royal Scholar Science National Honor Society Treasurer (12) Social Studies Award (11)
National Honor Society (10-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Varsity Girls Golf (9-12)
Summa Cum Laude Top 5 GPA (10,11) Valedictorian Varsity Girls Golf Co-Captain (11-12) Varsity Girls Golf Team District Champion (9-11) Varsity Girls Golf Team Regional Champion (11-12) Varsity Girls Golf Team State Champion (10) Varsity Girls Golf Team State Runner-Up (11)
College Plans: New York University
Favorite Bible Verse:
“I hereby command you: Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9, NRSVUE
Kyle Marshall Hopper The son of Mr. & Mrs. Robert Hopper has attended The First Academy for three years.
Memberships:
National Honor Society (10-12) Quiz Bowl Club (12) Varsity Baseball (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Baseball District Champions (10-12) Baseball Regional Champions (11) Baseball State Final Four (11) Maxima Cum Laude
College Plans:
Jacksonville University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Romans 12:12, NIV
Remo Indomenico The son of Sal & Lauren Indomenico has attended The First Academy for two years.
Memberships:
Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Quiz Bowl Club (12) Varsity Baseball (10-12) Varsity Lacrosse (9)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Baseball District Champions (11-12) Baseball Regional Champions (11) Baseball State Final Four (11) Cum Laude Varsity Baseball Captain (10) Varsity Lacrosse Captain (9)
College Plans:
Oklahoma State University (Main Campus)
Favorite Bible Verse:
“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.” Deuteronomy 31:6, ESV
Lauren Elizabeth Jackson The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. James Jackson has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
10th Grade Girls Bible Study Leader (12) Chapel Band (12) Chaplain (9-12) Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) Hispanic Honor Society (10-12) Model UN (10-12) National Honor Society (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar (10) AP Scholar with Honor (11) Chaplain Leader (11) Dr. Stephen D. Whitaker Senior Thesis Competition-3rd Place Written Paper (12) Hispanic Honor Society Vice President (12) Humanities Scholar Model UN Secretary (11) Model UN Vice President (12) Royal Reach Award (10) Royal Scholar
Prom Planning Committee (11) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (9-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Student Life Committee (12) Thespian Troupe 5165 (9-12)
Student of the Quarter (9-12) Summa Cum Laude Thespian Troupe 5165 Chaplain (11-12) Top 5 PSAT Score (11) Upper School Vice President (12) Volunteer-Camp Crestridge Service and Leadership Training (12) Volunteer-Camp Roar (9-12) Volunteer-Family Church Kids Ministry (9-12) Volunteer-New Missions (9-10) Volunteer-Snowball Express (9-12)
College Plans: Auburn University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity. 1 Timothy 4:12, NIV
Grant Stephen Jamison The son of Elliott & Kathy Jamison has attended The First Academy for nine years.
Memberships:
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (9-12) Florida Lacrosse Club (10-12) JV Football (9) Lacrosse Club Orlando (8-11) Micah 6:8 Club (9-12) Quiz Bowl Club (9-12) Varsity Football (9-10) Varsity Lacrosse (8-12) Varsity Weightlifting (9-12) Wounded Warrior Club (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Cum Laude
College Plans:
Belmont Abbey College
Favorite Bible Verse:
Jesus replied, “You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.” John 13:7, NIV
Lingxin Judy Jin The daughter of Carl Sneeringer & Hailing Fu has attended The First Academy for nine years.
Memberships:
Animal Club (10-12) Chaplain Committee (10-11) Comfort Club (9-10) Dance Marathon Committee (10) Fine Arts Committee (11-12) House Committee (9-10) Model UN (10-12) MVMT (10-12) National Art Honor Society (11-12) National Chinese Honor Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Animal Club Vice President (11-12) AP Scholar with Distinction (11) Band Leadership (8-11) Band President/Drum Major (12) Fine Arts Committee Leader (11-12) Humanities Scholar National Chinese Honor Society Treasurer (12)
National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12) Outreach Committee (10-12) Royal Ambassador Committee (10-12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Thespian Troupe 5165 (10-12) Varsity Band (7-12) Wounded Warrior Club (10-11)
Royal Scholar Science National Honor Society Treasurer (11) Summa Cum Laude Top 5 GPA (11) Volunteer-Kids Ministry (10-12) Volunteer-Snowball Express (10-12) Volunteer-VBS (10,12)
College Plans: Undecided
Favorite Bible Verse:
Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6-7, NIV
Audri Leilani Joyce The daughter of Tracy & Andrea Joyce has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Childhood Development Club (11-12) Dance Marathon Committee (12) Micah 6:8 Club (9-12) Prom Planning Committee (11) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (10-12) Rolling Royals (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Boys Basketball Manager (12) Boys Soccer Manager (12) Camp Roar Counselor (9-12) Chief Yearbook Editor (12) Cum Laude Media Day Photographer (10-11) Shadow Student Buddy (9-12) Sporting Events Photographer (9-12)
Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Sports Medicine (9-12) Student Life Committee (9-12) Thespian Troupe 5165 (9-12) Varsity Weightlifting (10-12) Volunteer-First Orlando VBS (9-10) Volunteer-LS MS Football Camp (9-12) Volunteer-Ronald McDonald House (12) Volunteer-Serve Day (10-12) Volunteer-Snowball Express (9-12) Volunteer-TFA “Rowdette” Mascot (12) Yearbook Editor (9-12)
College Plans: Undecided
Favorite Bible Verse:
Whoever watches the wind will not plant; whoever looks at the clouds will not reap. As you do not know the path of the wind, or how the body is formed in a mother’s womb, so you cannot understand the work of God, the Maker of all things. Sow your seed in the morning, and at evening let your hands not be idle, for you do not know which will succeed, whether this or that, or whether both will do equally well. Ecclesiastes 11:4-6, NIV
Isaac Aubrey Kohler The son of Ashley & Tammara Kohler has attended The First Academy for two years.
Memberships:
Varsity Football (11-12) Varsity Soccer (11-12)
College Plans: Allegheny College
Favorite Bible Verse:
Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. Proverbs 16:3, NIV
Amelia Marie Kourie The daughter of Jorge & Mayra Kourie has attended The First Academy for seven years.
Memberships:
National Art Honor Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12) Thespian Troupe 5165 (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Applause Award-Outstanding Supporting Performer Nomination (12) Applause Award-Outstanding Actor Nomination (12) College Board National Hispanic Recognition Award (11) Distinguished Christian High School Student Award-Fine Arts (12) English Award (11) Florida Art Education Association Award of Excellence (12) Student of the Quarter (12)
Summa Cum Laude Thespian Districts-Superior (12) Thespian State-Superior (12) Volunteer-First Orlando VBS (10) Volunteer-Lifebridge Kids Sunday Service (9-12) Volunteer-Lifebridge VBS (9) Windermere Town Hall Art Festival (10-12) Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival (10-12)
College Plans:
University of Central Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. Galatians 3:28, NIV
Cael Trever Lerner The son of Drs. Ben & Sheri Lerner has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
12th Man (12) Basketball Club (9) National Honor Society (10-12) Quiz Bowl Club (11-12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Varsity Basketball (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Maxima Cum Laude Volunteer-Snowball Express (9) Volunteer-Basketball Camp Coach (10-12) Volunteer-Serve Day (10-12)
College Plans:
Florida State University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Jesus replied, “You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.” John 13:7, NIV
Mi Li The daughter of Rongbo Wu & Zhongfei Li has attended The First Academy for three years.
Memberships:
Animal Club (11) Chinese Culture Club (12) Fine Arts Committee (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AJGA All-American (10-11) AJGA Scholar All-American (11) Golf District Champions-Team (10-11) Golf Regional Champions-Team (11-12) Golf State Champions-Team (9-10)
National Art Honor Society (11-12) National Chinese Honor Society (11-12) Varsity Golf (7-8, 10-12)
Golf State Champion-Individual (10-11) Golf State Runner Up-Team (11) Magna Cum Laude National Chinese Honor Society President (12)
College Plans:
University of Pennsylvania
Favorite Bible Verse:
And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. Galatians 6:9, ESV
Erick Javier Martinez Hernandez The son of Esteban Martinez & Danna Hernandez has attended The First Academy for three years.
Memberships:
Quiz Bowl Club (11-12) Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Sports Med (12) Varsity Baseball (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Baseball District Champions (10-12) Baseball Regional Champions (11) Baseball State Final Four (11) Cum Laude Varsity Baseball Co-Captain (12) Volunteer-Serve Day (10-12)
College Plans:
Dyersburg State Community College
Favorite Bible Verse:
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13, NKJV
Daniel Ryan Melley The son of Lt. Commander Peter C Melley & Dr. Adela Casas-Melley has attended The First Academy for eight years.
Memberships:
Chapel Band (10-12) Chaplain Committee (12) Fine Arts Committee (12) First Orlando-Youth Ministry Band (10-12) Micah 6:8 Club (11) National Chinese Honor Society (10-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar (11) Humanities Scholar Micah 6:8 Treasurer (11) Royal Scholar Summa Cum Laude
College Plans:
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Daytona Beach)
Favorite Bible Verse:
“Do not suppose that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword.” Matthew 10:34, NIV
Austin Ryder Merritt The son of Chris & Jane Merritt has attended The First Academy for three years.
Memberships:
Animal Club (12) Camp Orlando (11) Chaplain Committee (11-12) Chess Club (11) Clue: High School Edition, Professor Plum (9) Comfort Club (11) Dance Marathon Committee (11) Fine Arts Committee (12) Godspell, Holy Spirit (11) Grace Pointe Students (9-10) Hispanic Honor Society (10-12) International Thespian Society (9-12) Journey Students (10-11) Little Women, Mr. Lawrence/New Yorker (12) MVMT Students (10-11) National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12) Newsies the Musical, Pulitzer (9) Not a Clue, Sound Team (12) Outreach Committee (12) Playwriting, District Thespian Competition (11)
Quill & Scroll Honor Society (11-12) Raw Footage Media Production (10-12) Real Life Students (11-12) Rolling Royals (12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Shrek the Musical, Mob/Pig/Knight (10) Student Life Committee (11-12) Surge (10-11) TFA Choir (11-12) The Gift of the Magi, Mr. Bennett/New Yorker (11) Thespian Districts-Duet Acting Scene (12) Thespian Districts-Contrasting Monologues (9) Thespian Districts-One Act (10-11) Thespian Districts-Student Directed Scene (12) Thespian State-Contrasting Monologues (9) Thespian State-Student Directed Scene (12) Varsity Weightlifting (10) Winter Garden City Group (10)
AP Scholar with Honor (11-12) English Award (10) Fine Arts Committee Senior Leader (12) Humanities Scholar Maxima Cum Laude Royals Media Producer (12)
Service Project-OCS Serve Day (9) Service Project-Snowball Express (10-11) Thespian Districts-Excellent (10-12) Thespian Districts-Superior (9,12) Thespian State-Excellent (9,12) Volunteer-Serve Day (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
College Plans:
Florida State University
Favorite Bible Verse:
So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 10:31, NIV
Jack Henry Millar The son of Rich & Lisa Millar has attended The First Academy for nine years.
Memberships:
Chaplain (9-12) Comfort Club (9-11) Dance Marathon Committee (9-12) Environmental Committee (11-12) JV Golf (10) Latin Honor Society (11-12) Model UN (11-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Chaplain Leader (11-12) English Award (9) Fish 4 Change Conservation Trip (9-12) Homecoming Court (9,12) Humanities Scholar Latin Award (10) Most Outstanding Weightlifter Award (10) National Honor Society Junior Vice President (11) National Honor Society President (12) Royal Scholar Scholar Athlete (9-11) Sports Medicine Leader (11) Summa Cum Laude
Poetry Out Loud Finalist (10) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Sports Medicine (10-12) Theater Technician (11-12) Thespian (11-12) Varsity Weightlifting (8-12) Varsity Wrestling (8-12) Wounded Warrior Club (12) University of Pennsylvania Book Award (11) Upper School President (12) Varsity Wrestling Captain (11-12) Volunteer-Palmetto Elementary (9-12) Volunteer-Snowball Express (9-12) Volunteer-Special Olympics (10) Weightlifting District Champion (9,10,11) Wounded Warrior Club Leader (12) Youth Ambassador Bonefish and Tarpon Trust Conservation Organization (9-12) Youth Panelist 2022 Bonefish and Tarpon Trust National Conference (9)
College Plans: University of Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
“If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you.” John 15:18-19, NIV
Kylie Grace Miller The daughter of Hank & Cheryl Miller has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Animal Service Club (10-12) Dance Marathon Committee (10) First Orlando MVMT Students (9-12) Godly Girls Bible Study (9) National Chinese Honor Society (11-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Faithful Friends Bible Study Co-Leader (9) Hudson Taylor Mandarin Language Award (11) Humanities Scholar Royal Ambassador Junior Leader (11) Royal Ambassador Senior Leader (12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Student of the Quarter (9-11) Student’s Choice Award (9-11) Summa Cum Laude Tennis-Most Improved Award (10)
National Junior Honor Society (9) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Varsity Girls Tennis (9-12) Wounded Warrior Club (9-12)
Tennis-Positive Spirit Award (9,11) Varsity Girls Tennis Captain (12) Varsity Girls Tennis Co-Captain (11) Varsity Girls Tennis District Champions (12) Volunteer-Gary Sinise Foundation Snowball Express (9-12) Volunteer-KIDS Ministry (9-12) Volunteer-Nathaniel’s Hope Buddy Break (9,11) Volunteer-School Mascot “Rowdette” (11) Volunteer-Serve Day (9-12)
College Plans:
Southeastern University
Favorite Bible Verse:
But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.” Isaiah 43:1, ESV
Sofiah Kate Miller The daughter of Andrew & Radhika Miller has attended The First Academy for one year.
Memberships:
Childhood Development Club (12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (9-12) Girls Varsity Basketball (8-12) Girls Weightlifting (8-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: 2022-23 FACA Class 3A D11 All State Academic (10) 2022-23 FACA Class 3A D11 Player of the Year (10) Cum Laude FHSAA Class 3A D4 All-District Team (9) Orlando Sentinel All-Area Team (9,10) SHS 1,000th Point Club (11)
Spectrum 13 News Player of the Week (10,11) Student Ambassador (10) TFA 1,000th Rebound (12) Varsity Girls Basketball Captain (8-12) Volunteer-Special Olympics (8-10) Weightlifting District Champion (9,10,12)
College Plans:
Tennessee Technological University
Favorite Bible Verse:
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. Philippians 4:13, KJV
John Richard Mims The son of Mr. & Mrs. Will Mims has attended The First Academy for seven years.
Memberships:
Blue Crew/12th Man (12th) Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) FPCO Youth Group (9-12) Lacrosse Club Team (9-12) Pickleball Club (11) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Cum Laude Homecoming Court (9) Royals Media Producer (12) Student of the Quarter (9) Varsity Lacrosse Captain (11-12)
Raw Footage (10-12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Serve Day (10-12) Varsity Lacrosse (9-12) Volunteer-FPCO-VBS, Lifefest, Middle School Retreat (9-12) Volunteer-University of Florida IFAS Lakewatch Committee (10-12)
College Plans: Auburn University
Favorite Bible Verse:
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33, NIV
Daniel Marques Gomes Minicz The son of Glaucia & Miguel Minicz has attended The First Academy for thirteen years.
Memberships:
Chapel Band (9-12) Chaplain Committee (10-12) Comfort Club (10-11) Fountain Of Life Church Tech Team (8-12) Fountain Of Life Church Worship Team (9-12) Heart of David Club (10-11) Inner City Missions (11)
Jazz Band (10-12) Model UN (10-12) National Honor Society (10-12) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Thespian Troupe 5165 (11-12) Varsity Marching Band (9)
9th and 10th Grade Boys Bible Study Leader (12) AP Scholar (10) AP Scholar with Distinction (11) Chaplain Leader (12) Humanities Scholar
Maxima Cum Laude Model UN Undersecretary General of Finance (12) Royal Scholar Upper School Vice President (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
College Plans: Undecided
Favorite Bible Verse:
They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death. Revelation 12:11, NIV
Lily Elizabeth Mock The daughter of Jeff & Amy Mock has attended The First Academy for thirteen years.
Memberships:
12th Man (11-12) Babysitting (9-12) Club Volleyball-Oviedo Volleyball Academy & Winter Park Volleyball Club (6-10) Comfort Club (9-12) Criminology Club (10) Dance Marathon (9-12) Masterworks (10) Media Day Photographer (12) Outreach Committee (12) Prom Planning Committee (11)
Honors, Awards, and Service: 12th Man Vice President (12) Comfort Club Junior Leader (11-12) Humanities Scholar Magna Cum Laude Outreach Senior Leader (12) Quiz Bowl Club President (12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Royal Media Leader/Raw Footage Producer (12) Royal Reach Award (9)
Quill & Scroll Honor Society (11-12) Quiz Bowl Club (11-12) Raw Footage (11-12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Royal Recharge Helper (9-12) Royals Media (9-12) Sporting Events Photographer (9-12) Student Life Committee (9-12) TFA Mascot “Rowdette” (11) Varsity Beach Volleyball (9-12) Varsity Volleyball (11-12) Volunteer-Comfort Club Friendsgiving (9-12) Volunteer-Snowball Express (9-12) Volunteer-VBS Counselor (9) Volleyball Camp for Lower School (9-12) Volunteer-Serve Day (10-12) Volunteer-Shadow Student Buddy (9-12) Volunteer-Snowball Express (9-12) Volunteer-Volleyball Camp Coach (9-12)
College Plans:
The University of Alabama
Favorite Bible Verse:
I say to myself, “The Lord is my portion; therefore I will wait for him.” Lamentations 3:24, NIV
Michael Benjamin Warren Moore The son of Wilson & Kay Moore has attended The First Academy for thirteen years.
Memberships:
JV Golf (9-10) National Society of High School Scholars (10-12) Quiz Bowl Club (12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Varsity Lacrosse (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
12th Man President (12) Cum Laude Most Outstanding Player Award-Varsity Lacrosse (11) Orlando Sentinel All Area Honorable Mention (11) Varsity Lacrosse Captain (11-12)
College Plans: University of Miami
Favorite Bible Verse:
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9, NIV
Fernando Josue Nieves-Font The son of Mr. & Mrs. Nieves has attended The First Academy for two years.
Memberships:
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (11-12) Hispanic Honor Society (12) Spanish Club (12) Sports Med (11-12) Varsity Basketball (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
Basketball Coach’s Award (11) Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leader (11-12) Magna Cum Laude Spanish Club Leader (12)
College Plans:
University of Pittsburgh (Johnstown)
Favorite Bible Verse:
“‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.” Mark 9:23, NIV
Jackson Thomas Pagán The son of Joseph Pagán & Erin Pagán Gutknecht has attended The First Academy for seven years.
Memberships:
JV Basketball (10) Varsity Basketball (11-12) Varsity Football (11)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Cum Laude Young Men’s Service League (10-12)
College Plans:
Florida Atlantic University
Favorite Bible Verse:
I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. Romans 8:18, NIV
Kaley Faith Marie Parham The daughter of Keelan & Barbara Parham has attended The First Academy for eleven years.
Memberships:
Animal Club (10) National Art Honor Society (9-12) Rolling Royals (12) Theater (10-11) Volleyball Club (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Cum Laude Volunteer-Serve Day (9-12) Windermere Art Festival (12)
College Plans:
Savannah College of Art and Design
Favorite Bible Verse:
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” John 11:25-26, NIV
Gregory Michael Pellerito The son of Peter Pellerito & Julie Kameliski-Pellerito has attended The First Academy for two years.
Memberships:
National Art Honor Society (11) National Honor Society (10) Varsity Football (9)
College Plans:
AdventHealth University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Diligent hands will rule, but laziness ends in forced labor. Proverbs 12:24, NIV
Broden William Pettit The son of Dan & Jaaron Pettit has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Chaplain Committee (9-10) Comfort Club (9) Dance Marathon Committee (9-12) Disc Golf Club (10-11) JV Basketball (9-10) JV Golf (10-11) Latin Honor Society (10-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: ACSI Distinguished Christian High School Student (10) AP Scholar (10) AP Scholar with Distinction (11) Boys 6th grade Bible Study Leader (10) Boys 7th grade Bible Study Leader (12) Chaplain Leader (11-12) Dr. Stephen D. Whitaker Senior Thesis Competition-4th Place Presentation (12) Head of School Honor Roll (9-12) Humanities Scholar
National Honor Society (10-12) Pickleball Club (12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Student Life Committee (9-10) Varsity Basketball (11-12) Varsity Golf (12) MVMT Leader (10-11) Principal’s Award (9) Royal Scholar SALT (12) Summa Cum Laude Top 5 GPA (9) Top 5 PSAT Score (9) Varsity Basketball Team Chaplain (12) Varsity Golf Co-Captain (12) Volunteer-KIDS Ministry (9-10) Volunteer-Orlando Health (12) Volunteer-Senior Retreat Work Crew (11)
College Plans: Auburn University
Favorite Bible Verse:
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9, NIV
Austin Jayden Pierzynski The son of AJ & Lisa Pierzynski has attended The First Academy for thirteen years.
Memberships:
Chaplain Committee (9) Latin Honor Society (9-11) National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (9-12) National Society of High School Scholars (11)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar with Distinction (11) Baseball Defensive Player of the Year (10) Baseball District Champion (8-12) Baseball Leadership Award (11) Baseball Orlando Sentinel All-Area Honorable Mention (11) Baseball Regional Champion (8,11) Baseball State Champion (8) Baseball State Final Four (11) Baseball Third Team All-State (11)
Royal Ambassador Committee (9-11) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Student Life Committee (9) Varsity Baseball (8-12)
Head of School’s List Honor Roll (9-11) Math Award (10-11) National Merit Commended (11) Payne Stewart Legacy Award (11) Royal Scholar Summa Cum Laude Top 5 GPA (9-11) Top 5 PSAT Score (9-11) Volunteer-Miracle League Baseball (10-11) Wounded Warrior Club Leader (12)
College Plans:
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Favorite Bible Verse:
Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken. Psalm 62:2, NIV
Ava Bailie Rearden The daughter of Matt & Amanda Rearden has attended The First Academy for six years.
Memberships:
Comfort Club (9-11) Dance Marathon Committee (10-11) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (9-12) Girls Bible Study (9-12) National Charity League (10-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Comfort Club Leader (11) FACA All Academic Award (10-11) Humanities Scholar Mission Trip-Guatemala (9-12) National Charity League President (11-12) Outreach Leader (12) Royal Scholar Softball State Champion (9)
National Honor Society (10-12) Outreach Committee (10-12) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (10-12) Rolling Royals (12) Science National Honor Society (10-12) Varsity Softball (9-12)
Summa Cum Laude Varsity Softball Captain (12) Volunteer-Second Harvest Food Bank (10-12) Volunteer-Snowball Express (9-11) Volunteer-VBS at Family Church (9-11)
College Plans:
Florida State University
Favorite Bible Verse:
I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. Psalm 139:14, ESV
Timothy Joel Reid, Jr. The son of Timothy & Lisa Reid has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Homecoming Court (10) Micah 6:8 (9-12) Varsity Volleyball (8-9) Volleyball Club (12)
College Plans:
Fort Valley State University
Favorite Bible Verse:
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13, NKJV
Ava McMain Reineke The daughter of Dustin & Marnie Reineke has attended The First Academy for thirteen years.
Memberships:
Blue Crew/12th Man (12) Child Development Club (10-12) Dance Marathon Committee (9-12) Florida Kraze Krush Soccer ECNL 2006 (6-10) Hispanic Honor Society (10-12) M&D Orlando Lacrosse Black (11,12) National History Scholars Society (10-12)
National Honor Society (10-12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Science National Honor Society (11,12) Varsity Cross Country (8-12) Varsity Lacrosse (10-12) Varsity Soccer (6-12)
2025 Senior All Star Orange County/ Seminole County Player (12) ACSI Distinguished Christian High School Student (10,12) Blue Crew/12th Man Leader (12) Child Development Club Founder and CoPresident (10-12) Dance Marathon Leader (11,12) Dartmouth Book Award Recipient (11) FHSAA Foundation Sub-Committee Board Member (11,12) FHSAA Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (11,12) Hispanic Honor Society Co-President (12) Humanities Scholar Laying of Wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (9) Math Award (9)
National Federation of State High School Association, Florida Representative, National Student Leadership Summit (11) National History Club-History Student of the Year (11) National History Scholars Society President (12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Royal Scholar Summa Cum Laude The Outreach Program for Soccer (TOPS) (9-12) Varsity Cross Country Captain (12) Varsity Lacrosse Captain (12) Varsity Soccer Captain (11,12) Varsity Soccer Coach’s Award (9)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
College Plans:
University of Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. Proverbs 3:5, ESV
Alena Lauren Rice The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. David Rice has attended The First Academy for seven years.
Memberships:
12th Man (12) Business Club (11) Child Development Club (12) Dance Marathon Committee (12) Lifebridge Youth Ambassador (10-11) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (11) Quiz Bowl Club (11-12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Royals Media (8-12) Senior Superlative-Worst Senioritis (12) Varsity Soccer (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
Cum Laude Mission Trip-Big Creek Missions (8-11) Volunteer-Lifebridge Children’s Ministry (9-10)
College Plans: Liberty University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4, NIV
Eva Marie Rivera The daughter of Angel & Susan Rivera has attended The First Academy for three years.
Memberships:
Chaplain Committee (10-12) Club Softball (6-12) Comfort Club (11) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (9-12) Girls Give Guidance (12) Journey Church Dream Team (11) Micah 6:8 (10-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar with Honor (11) Chaplain (11-12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leader (11-12) FHSAA All-Academic Team Member (9-11) Math Award (9) Micah 6:8 Vice President (11-12) Montverde Honor Award (9) National Hispanic Recognition Recipient (11) Royal Ambassador Buddy (12)
National Honor Society (10-12) Outreach Committee (11-12) Royal Ambassador (11-12) Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Science National Honor Society (12) Student Life Committee (11-12) Varsity Softball (9-12)
Royal Leadership Academy Mentor (11-12) Service Project-FCA Thanksgiving Food Drive (10-12) Service Project-Journey Church Annual Backpack Drive (10-11) Student Athlete Leadership Team (11-12) Student Life Committee Leader (12) Student of the Quarter (10) Summa Cum Laude Varsity Softball Captain (12) Yale Book Award (11)
College Plans: University of Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Galatians 6:9, NIV
Rymer Jean Rizzo The daughter of Dr. & Mrs. William Rizzo has attended The First Academy for thirteen years.
Memberships:
Chaplain (11-12) Comfort Club (9-12) Outreach Committee (9-12) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (10-12)
Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Varsity Lacrosse (7,10) Varsity Soccer (7,9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Criminal Psychology Club Leader (11) Dance Marathon Leader (11-12) Football Manager (11-12)
College Plans:
University of Mississippi
Favorite Bible Verse:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11, NIV
Roy Anthony Rodriguez The son of Mr. Carlos Rodriguez & Olga Torres has attended The First Academy for three years.
Memberships:
Varsity Baseball (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Baseball District Champions (10-12) Baseball Regional Champions (11) Baseball State Final Four (11) Mission Trip-Guatemala (11) Most Valuable Hitter (10)
College Plans: Saint Leo University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6, NIV
Andrew Thomas Rogers The son of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Rogers has attended The First Academy for thirteen years.
Memberships:
Boys Bible Study (9-12) Chapel Band (9-12) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (10-12) Rolling Royals (12)
Sports Medicine (10-12) Varsity Golf (9-12) Varsity Lacrosse (9-12) Varsity Soccer (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Cum Laude Lacrosse Coach’s Award (11) Varsity Golf Captain (12) Varsity Soccer Captain (12)
College Plans: Belhaven University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:15-16, NIV
Ariana Lucia Rosario The daughter of Derek & Sarah Rosario has attended The First Academy for six years.
Memberships:
Animal Club (12) Color Guard (9-10) National Art Honor Society (10-12) National Society of High School Scholars (11-12) Rolling Royals (12) Theatre (12) Violin (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Magna Cum Laude Volunteer-Central Florida Zoo (10-12)
College Plans: Stetson University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7, NIV
Joshua Caleb Russo The son of David & Kari Russo has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Bible Study Leader (9-12) Chess Club (10) Dance Marathon Committee (9-11) Micah 6:8 Club (9) Pickleball Club (12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12)
Varsity Golf (10-11) Varsity Soccer (10-11) Varsity Tennis (9-12) Varsity Weightlifting (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Cum Laude Passages Israel Trip (10) Varsity Tennis Captain (12)
College Plans: Samford University
Favorite Bible Verse:
I perceived that there is nothing better for them than to be joyful and to do good as long as they live. Ecclesiastes 3:12, ESV
Matthew Carmel Santana The son of Danilo & Francine Santana has attended The First Academy for ten years.
Memberships:
Chapel Band (9-12) Chaplain Committee (11-12) Contemporary Band (11) Fountain of Life Worship Band (9-12) Hispanic Honor Society (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Applause Award-Outstanding Lead Performer Nomination (12) Chaplain Committee Leader (11-12) Humanities Scholar Magna Cum Laude
Jazz Band (9-12) JV Soccer (9) Marching Band (9) Orchestral Band (9) Varsity Wrestling (11) Volunteer-Snowball Express (9,12) Volunteer-Heart of David (9-10) Volunteer-Inner City Missions (11) Volunteer-Eight Waves (11)
College Plans:
University of Central Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death. Revelation 12:11, KJV
Zachary Scott Schaag The son of Scott & Michele Schaag has attended The First Academy for fifteen years.
Memberships:
Animal Club (9) Bromans Bible Study (12) International Thespian Society (10-12) Marching Band (8-12) National Art Honor Society (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Assistant Stage Manager-Gift of The Magi (11) Production Assistant-Not A Clue (12) Steel Drums Club President and Founder (12)
Newspaper Club (11) Tech Team (7-12) Varsity Band (8-12) Wind Ensemble (8-12) Wounded Warrior Club (9-12) Teacher Assistant for Freshman Biology (10) Volunteer-Brevard Zoo (10-11) Volunteer-Snowball Express (9-12)
College Plans: Undecided
Favorite Bible Verse:
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10, NIV
Joanna Mei Qiongxiao Schafhauser The daughter of Don & Be Schafhauser has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Best Buddies Club (9-12) Blue Crew (12) Chaplain Committee (9-12) Comfort Club (9-10) Dance Marathon Club (9-12) Medicine Club (11) Model UN (12) National Art Honor Society (12) National Chinese Honor Society (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
Best Buddies Co-Leader (12) Blue Crew Co-Leader (12) Dr. Stephen D. Whitaker Senior Thesis Competition-1st Place Written Paper (12) Humanities Scholar Math Award (9) Most Valuable Coxswain (9) National Chinese Honor Society Vice President (12) National Honor Society Treasurer (12) Outreach Junior Leader (11) Outreach Senior Leader (12) Outstanding Student Award (11) Principal’s Award (10) Rowing Top 2 State Champion (9,11)
National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12) Outreach Committee (9-12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Ambassador (9-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Student Life Committee (9-12) Varsity Rowing (9-12)
Rowing Top 21 National 2v8 Crew (11) Royal Scholar Science National Honor Society President (12) Service Project-Operation Christmas Child (9-11) Student of the Quarter (12) Student’s Choice Award (10) Summa Cum Laude Top 5 GPA (8-10) Volunteer-Buddy Break (9-11) Volunteer-Kids Ministry (9-11) Volunteer-Snowball Express (9-12) Volunteer-VBS, Our Family Church (9-11)
College Plans:
The University of Alabama
Favorite Bible Verse:
He said to them, “Because of your little faith. For truly, I say to you, if you have faith like a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you.” Matthew 17:20, ESV
Haven Suzanne Schrimsher The daughter of Mr. Jake Schrimsher & Mrs. Ansley Highland has attended The First Academy for six years.
Memberships:
Best Buddies (10-12) Chapel Band (9-12) Chaplain (9-12) Comfort Club (10-12) Dance Marathon Committee (8-12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (10-12) Hispanic Honor Society (11-12) Inner City Missions (11-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar with Distinction (11) Dance Marathon Leader (11-12) Dr. Stephen D. Whitaker Senior Thesis Competition-1st Place Presentation (12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leader (12) Homecoming Court (10,12) Passages Israel Trip (10) Prom Queen (12)
Outreach Committee (11-12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Ambassador Committee (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Sports Medicine (10-12) TFA Buddy(9) Varsity Soccer (8-12) Varsity Weightlifting (10-12) Wounded Warrior Club (11-12)
Rolling Royals Leader (12) Royal Scholar Salutatorian Scholar Athlete (10-11) Spanish Award (11) Sports Medicine Leader (11-12) Student of the Quarter (9,11) Summa Cum Laude Top 5 GPA (9-11)
College Plans: Samford University
Favorite Bible Verse:
But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” 2 Corinthians 12:9, ESV
Lorelai Paige Scott The daughter of Doctors Jeff & Kelly Scott has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Best Buddies Club (9-11) Comfort Club (9-12) Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) Latin Honor Society (10-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: 8th Grade Girls Bible Study Leader (12) Dr. Stephen D. Whitaker Senior Thesis Competition-2nd Place Written Paper (12) First Embrace Board Member (11-12) Homecoming Court (11) Humanities Scholar National Honor Society Vice President (12)
Outreach Committee (9-12) Royal Ambassador (9-12) Science National Honor Society (10-12) Student Life Committee (11-12) Varsity Rowing (9-12) Varsity Weightlifting (12)
Outreach Committee Leader (11-12) Royal Scholar Summa Cum Laude Varsity Rowing Captain (11-12) Volunteer-Camp Roar (8-12) Volunteer-Snowball Express (9-12)
College Plans: University of Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39, NIV
Sariah Elise Simmonds The daughter of Drs. Alric & Sonia Simmonds has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) International Thespian Society (11-12) Jack and Jill of America (9-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12)
National Honor Society (9-12) One Act (11) Royal Ambassador (10-12) Varsity Soccer (10-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar (10-11) Maxima Cum Laude Passages Israel Trip (11) Royal Scholar Varsity Soccer (10-12) Volunteer-Snowball Express (9-10)
College Plans: Spelman College
Favorite Bible Verse:
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. Matthew 6:34, NIV
Seth Elijah Simmonds The son of Drs. Alric & Sonia Simmonds has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) Latin Honor Society (10-12) Model UN (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Environmental Committee Leader (12) National Merit Finalist GatorMUN-Outstanding Delegate (12)
National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12) Varsity Soccer (9-12) Passages Israel Trip (11) Royal Scholar Summa Cum Laude
College Plans: Morehouse College
Favorite Bible Verse:
For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, whom God put forward as a propitiation by his blood, to be received by faith. This was to show God’s righteousness, because in his divine forbearance he had passed over former sins. Romans 3:23-25, ESV
Rocco Chief Rapada Sioson The son of Mr. Joel Sioson & Mrs. Kimi Rapada has attended The First Academy for seven years.
Memberships:
Chapel Band (9-12) Chaplain Committee (9-12) Comfort Club (9-11) Discovery Church Worship Team (10-12) Grace Church Worship Team (12) JV Golf (9) Middle School Bible Study Leader (10-12) Model UN (11-12) MVMT Students Worship Team (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Chapel Band Leader (12) Golf Positive Spirit Award (11) Homecoming Court (11) Humanities Scholar Junior Comfort Club Leader (11) Maxima Cum Laude
National Honor Society (9-12) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (10-12) Real Life Worship Team (11) Varsity Golf (10-12) Varsity Tennis (9-10) Volunteer-Heart of David Club (10) Volunteer-Inner City Missions (11-12) Volunteer-Snowball Express (11-12)
National Indigenous Award (12) Royal Scholar Senior Chaplain Leader (12) Varsity Golf Captain (12) Volunteer-Serve The City (9-10) Volunteer-VBS, First Orlando (11-12)
College Plans: Belmont University
Favorite Bible Verse:
“Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,” says the Lord, who has compassion on you. Isaiah 54:10, NIV
Victoria Susanne Smith The daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Lance Smith has attended The First Academy for four years.
Memberships:
2024 Florida Senate Page Chaplain Committee (10-12) Comfort Club (9) Dance Marathon Committee (9-11) JV Volleyball (9) Model UN (10-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12)
Science National Honor Society (10-12) Student Ambassador (10-12) Student Life Committee (9-12) Thespian Troupe 5165 (9-12) WAKE Student Ministries (9-12) Worship Team (11-12) Young Stars Musical Theatre (10-11)
AP Scholar with Distinction (12) Applause Award-Outstanding Actor Nomination (12) Applause Award-Outstanding Supporting Performer Nomination (12) Assistant Director-US Spring Musical (11) Bible Study Leader (9-12) Director-US Fall Play (12) Dr. Stephen D. Whitaker Senior Thesis Competition-3rd Place Presentation (12) Florida Senate Page-Best Debater (11) Homecoming Court (12) Orlando Shakes 2024/2025 Season Apprentice (12) Performer of the Year (10) Poetry Out Loud-1st Place (10) Royal Reach Award (11) Royal Scholar Science Award (9,10) Science National Honor Society Secretary (11) Student Life Leader (11-12) Summa Cum Laude
Thespian Districts & State-Superior, Musical Theatre (11) Thespian Districts & State-Superior, Solo Acting (9,10) Thespian Districts & State-Top Honors & Judges Choice, Solo Acting (12) Thespian Districts-All Star Cast (11) Thespian Districts-Top Honors & Judges Choice, Pantomime (12) Thespian Districts-Top Honors, Musical Theatre Duet (11) Thespian State-Straight Superiors, Musical Theatre Duet (11) Thespian State-Straight Superiors, Pantomime (12) Thespian Troupe 5165 Co-President (12) Top 5 PSAT Score (9) Volunteer-Commission 127 Foster Family Support and Mentoring (11,12) Volunteer-One Heart For Women and Children (9,10) Volunteer-SociaLight Program (12) Volunteer-WAKE Ambassador (9,10,11)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
College Plans:
New York University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:32, NIV
Davis Matthew Spalding The son of Heather & Ken Spalding has attended The First Academy for fourteen years.
Memberships:
Chaplain Committee (10-12) Diversity Club-Micah 6:8 (9-12) Environmental Committee (9-12) Model UN (9-12) National Chinese Honor Society (10-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12)
National Honor Society (9-12) Outreach Committee (9-12) Royal Ambassador (9-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Student Life Committee (9-12) Varsity Cross Country (9-11)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
Environmental Junior and Senior Leader (11-12) Head of School’s List Honor Roll (9-12) Most Improved Award-Cross Country (10) National Chinese Honor Society Ambassador (12) Principal’s Award (9) Royal Scholar Summa Cum Laude Top 5 GPA (9,11) Volunteer-Orlando Science Center (9-11)
College Plans: University of Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
Do not conform to the pattern of this world. Romans 12:2, NIV
Logan James Speyer The son of Tom & Shannon Speyer has attended The First Academy for seven years.
Memberships:
Pickleball Club (11-12) Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Varsity Tennis (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Magna Cum Laude Pilot’s License (12) Tennis MVP Award (9-12) Varsity Tennis Captain (11-12)
College Plans:
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Daytona Beach)
Favorite Bible Verse:
Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. Proverbs 16:3, NIV
Hallie Grace Stokes The daughter of Kevin & Sharon Stokes has attended The First Academy for one year.
Memberships:
Early Childhood Development Club (12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (12) Varsity Band (8-12) Varsity Basketball (8-12) Varsity Weightlifting (11-12) Writing Club (11)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Most Coachable Award (10) Unitas Award for Basketball (9-11)
College Plans: Dean College
Favorite Bible Verse:
And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13, NIV
Olivia Grace Strickland The daughter of David & Shelli Strickland has attended The First Academy for six years.
Memberships:
Competitive Cheer-Top Gun All Stars (7-12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (9-12) Inner City Missions (11) National Art Honor Society (12) National Chinese Honor Society (9-12) National Honor Society (9-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: All-Star Worlds Champion (10-11) Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leader (12) Humanities Scholar Jamfest Super Nationals Champion (11)
Royal Ambassador (11-12) Sports Medicine (12) Varsity Competition Cheer Team (11) Varsity Cross Country (9) Varsity Sideline Cheer Team (11) Varsity Weightlifting (10-12) Wounded Warrior Club (12)
Maxima Cum Laude Volunteer-First Orlando Kids Ministry (9-10) Volunteer-Snowball Express (10)
College Plans:
University of South Florida (Main Campus)
Favorite Bible Verse:
“Because he loves me,” says the Lord, “I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name.” Psalm 91:14, NIV
Santiago S. Suarez The son of Edna & Melvin Acosta has attended The First Academy for seven years
Memberships:
Bible Study (12) Chaplain (12) Micah 6:8 (9-12) National Art Honor Society (11-12) Outreach Committee (11-12) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (10-12) Rolling Royals (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Bible Study Leader (12) Cum Laude Micah 6:8 President (11-12) Most Outstanding Student Award (11)
Royal Ambassador (10-12) Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Student Life Committee (10) TFA Senior Digital (12) Varsity Football (9-12) Varsity Soccer (11-12) Varsity Weightlifting (10-12)
Outreach Committee Leader (12) TFA Senior Digital Founder (12) Volunteer-McCormick (11-12) Weightlifting District Champions (10-11)
College Plans: Samford University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Then Jesus said, “Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?” John 11:40, NIV
Irvin Junze Sun The son of Mr. Tao Sun & Ms. Yang Wang has attended The First Academy for four years.
Memberships:
Chapel Band (10-12) Chess Club (9-12) Hispanic Honor Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar with Honor (11) Chess Club President (11-12) Humanities Scholar Magna Cum Laude Quill & Scroll Honor Society Co-President (12)
International Thespian Society (10-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (10-12)
Raw Footage Executive Producer (11-12) Student of the Quarter (9,12) Volunteer-Crealdé School of Art (9-10) Volunteer-Second Harvest Food Bank (9-11)
College Plans:
Florida State University
Favorite Bible Verse:
We love each other because he loved us first. 1 John 4:19, NLT
Langtai Sun The son of Qi Li & Guobin Sun has attended The First Academy for four years.
Memberships:
National Chinese Honor Society (11-12) Varsity Golf (9-10)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Magna Cum Laude
College Plans: Swarthmore College
Favorite Bible Verse:
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6, NIV
Langting Sun The son of Qi Li & Guobin Sun has attended The First Academy for four years.
Memberships:
National Chinese Honor Society (11-12) Varsity Golf (9-10)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Maxima Cum Laude
College Plans:
University of Rochester
Favorite Bible Verse:
Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always. 1 Chronicles 16:11, NIV
Addison Leigh Tate The daughter of Jimmy & Kristen Tate has attended The First Academy for thirteen years.
Memberships:
12th Man (12) Blue Crew (12) Chaplain (9-10) Child Development Club (11-12) Club Volleyball (6-11) Comfort Club (9-12) Criminal Psychology Club (9-10) Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (9-12) Outreach Member (9-12) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (10-12) Quiz Bowl Club (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Athletic Hustle Award (11) Dance Marathon Captain (12) Magna Cum Laude Raw Footage Producer (12) Rolling Royals Leader (12) Royal Reach Award (9) Student Life Leader (11-12) Varsity Beach Volleyball Captain (12)
Raw Footage Staff (9-12) Royal Ambassador (9-12) Royal Leadership Academy (10-12) Royal Reach Award (9) Student Life Committee Member (9-12) Varsity Beach Volleyball (9-12) Varsity Lacrosse (11-12) Varsity Soccer (12) Varsity Volleyball (9-12) Wounded Warrior Club (9-12) Yearbook Staff (11-12)
Varsity Beach Volleyball District Champions (11) Varsity Volleyball Captain (12) Volunteer-Lower/Middle School Volleyball Camp (9-12) Volunteer-Serve Day (10-12) Volunteer-Snowball Express (9-12) Wounded Warrior Club Leader (12)
College Plans: Auburn University
Favorite Bible Verse:
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6, NIV
Hudson Everett Thomas The son of Rich & Angela Thomas has attended The First Academy for eight years.
Memberships:
Band Mentorship (9-12) Bromans (11-12) Chapel Band (11-12) Comfort Club (11-12) Concert Band (8-12) Contemporary Band (11) Dance Marathon Committee (10-12) Digital Music Production Club (11) Drone Film Team (11) Environmental Club (10-12) Fine Arts Committee (10-12) Heart of David (11) International Thespian Society (11-12) Jazz Band (10-12) JV Soccer (10)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar With Honor (11) Applause Award Recipient (11) Applause Award-Outstanding Supporting Performer Nomination (12) Dance Marathon Committee-Senior Captain, MS Relations (12) Digital Music Production Club Leader (11) Fine Arts Mentorship Program President (12)
Marching Band (8-12) Masterworks (11-12) Micah 6:8 (9-10) Model UN (11-12) Musical Theatre (12) MVMNT Worship (12) Outreach (11-12) Raw Footage (10-11) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Ambassador (10-11) Science National Honor Society (12) Sports Med (11) Student Life Committee (11-12) Theatre Set Building & Design (9-11) Veterans Service Drum Line (11-12) Heart of David Club Leader (11) Inner City Missions Club Co-Founder and President (12) Maxima Cum Laude Science National Honor Society-MS Liaison (12) Student Life Leader (12)
College Plans:
Florida State University
Favorite Bible Verse:
My eyes are ever on the Lord, for only he will release my feet from the snare. Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted. Relieve the troubles of my heart and free me from my anguish. Look on my affliction and my distress and take away all my sins. See how numerous are my enemies and how fiercely they hate me! Guard my life and rescue me; do not let me be put to shame, for I take refuge in you. May integrity and uprightness protect me, because my hope, Lord, is in you. Psalm 25:15-21, NIV
Jennifer Lee Vais The daughter of Jim & Tami Vais has attended The First Academy for three years.
Memberships:
6th Man (9) Best Buddies Club (10-12) Chaplain Committee (11-12) Comfort Club (11) Dance Marathon Committee (11-12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (9-12) Freshman Volleyball (9) Gamepoint Club Volleyball (10) Key Club (9) Legacy Club Volleyball (9) National History Scholars Society (11-12) National Honor Society (10-12) Olympia Student Government Association (9)
Outreach Committee (11-12) Rolling Royals (12) Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Sports Medicine (11-12) Student Athletic Leadership Team (11-12) Student Life Committee (11-12) Student Support Foundation (9) Varsity Lacrosse (10-12) Varsity Soccer (12) Varsity Weightlifting (10-12) Wounded Warrior Club (11)
2021 Olympia Volleyball Coaches Award (9) Best Buddies Co-President (12) Best Buddies Vice President (11) Fellowship of Christian Athletes Captain (12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leader (11) Freshman Volleyball Captain (9) Homecoming Court (11-12) Key Club Editor (9) Liberty University Book Award (11) Maxima Cum Laude
Mission Trip-ACE Jamaica (10) National History Club Secretary (12) Outreach Committee Leader (11) Prom Court (12) Sports Medicine Chaplain (12) Student Athletic Leadership Team Leader (11-12) Student Government Association Officer (9) Upper School Vice President (12) Volunteer-VBS (9,11,12)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
College Plans: Samford University
Favorite Bible Verse:
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. John 10:10, ESV
Henry Landon Van Dyke The son of Travis & Stephanie Van Dyke has attended The First Academy for three years.
Memberships:
Chess Club (10-12) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (9) First Presbyterian Church Youth Group (9-12) JV Soccer (10)
JV Swimming (9) JV Volleyball (9) ROTC (9) Varsity Football (10)
Honors, Awards, and Service: Volunteer-First Pres Serve the City (11-12) Volunteer-First Pres Work Crew (11-12)
College Plans: Undecided
Favorite Bible Verse:
The words of the wicked lie in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them. Proverbs 12:6, NIV
Austin Scott Williams The son of Peter & Julie Williams has attended The First Academy for thirteen years.
Memberships:
Competitive Coding Club (11-12) Dance Marathon Committee (12) Inner City Missions (11) Masterworks (12) Micah 6:8 (10) Model UN (12)
Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Thespian Troupe 5165 (11-12) Varsity Basketball (10) Varsity Football (10) Varsity Golf (9,11)
Applause Award-Outstanding Lead Performer Nomination (11-12) Homecoming Court (11) Magna Cum Laude Royal Scholar Thespian Districts-Excellent, Group Acting (12)
Thespian Districts-Superior, Duet Acting (12) Thespian Districts-Superior & Best in Show, Pantomime (12) Thespian State-Superior, Pantomime (12) UF Coding Competition-2nd Place (12) Volunteer-Vacation Bible School (10-11)
Honors, Awards, and Service:
College Plans:
University of Central Florida
Favorite Bible Verse:
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:14-16, NIV
Elizabeth Mae Williamson The daughter of Brian Williamson, Carrie Williamson Stomprud, & Marc Stomprud has attended The First Academy for ten years.
Memberships:
Chaplain Committee (9-11) Comfort Club Committee (10-11) Environmental Club Committee (10-11) Fine Arts Committee (10-12) Inner City Missions (11) Masterworks (10-12) Micah 6:8 Club (12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: 6th Grade Girls Bible Study Leader (12) Baseball Manager (12) Heart of the Creator Award (11) Humanities Scholar Maxima Cum Laude National Art Honor Society Vice President (12)
National Art Honor Society (10-12) National Chinese Honor Society (10-12) Outreach Committee (10-12) Royal Ambassador Committee (9) Royal Leadership Academy (11-12) Student Life Committee (9-12)
Principal’s Award-Art (10) Service Projects-Serve Orlando (9-12) Soccer Manager (12) Student Life Leader (11-12)
College Plans:
University of Oklahoma
Favorite Bible Verse:
I waited and waited and waited for God. At last he looked; finally he listened. He lifted me out of the ditch, pulled me from deep mud. He stood me up on a solid rock to make sure I wouldn’t slip. He taught me how to sing the latest God-song, a praise song to our God. More and more people are seeing this: they enter the mystery, abandoning themselves to God. Psalm 40:1-3, MSG
Katie Yang The daughter of Jim Yang & Grace Feng has attended The First Academy for four years.
Memberships:
Board Game Club (9) Chinese Culture Club (11-12) Criminal Psychology Club (10) Head of School’s List Honor Roll (9-11) Limitless Horizons of Florida (5-12) National Chinese Honor Society (11-12) National History Scholars Society (11-12)
Honors, Awards, and Service: AP Scholar (11) Chinese Culture Club Leader (12) Coach’s Award (9) Golf Districts Champion (9-11) Golf Regionals Champion (11) Golf State Champion (10) Hudson Taylor Mandarin Language Award (10) Humanities Scholar Leadership Award (11)
National Honor Society (10-12) Quill & Scroll Honor Society (11-12) Raw Footage Team (11-12) Science National Honor Society (11-12) Varsity Girls Golf (9-12) Yearbook Team (11-12)
National Chinese Honor Society Treasurer (12) Orange Observer’s Athlete of the Week (11) Raw Footage & Yearbook-Assignment Manager (12) Summa Cum Laude Varsity Girls Golf Co-Captain (11-12) Volunteer-Limitless Horizons of Florida (5-12)
College Plans: Babson College
Favorite Bible Verse:
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28, NIV
Leadership Team Will Cohen, BS............................................................................................................................................Samford University Leighann Harris, BS..................................................................................................................Oral Roberts University Natalie Holter, BA, MLS, Ed.D...................................................................Yale University, Rollins College, University of Central Florida Jennifer Jackson, BA, M.Ed....................................................Furman University, University of Georgia Joyce Kwak, BA………………………………................................................……….............................………...........……Rollins College Matthew McGee, BA, M.Div................................................................................University of Central Florida, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Brian Rose, BA, M.Ed....................................................................................Columbia International University Gissel Valois, BA.....................................................................................................................Montclair State University Steve Whitaker, BA, M.Ed, MA, Ph.D..........................................................................University of Louisville
Upper School Faculty
David Blackwell, BA, M.Div, Th.M..................................................................University of Central Florida, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Princeton Theological Seminary David Branz, BA…...…………………..............................……..….....….........................……..University of Central Florida Letizia Branz, BS, MA, S.Ed................................................................................University of Central Florida, National Louis University Stephanie Clark, BS, MS…………………...................................................................University of Central Florida, University of South Florida Cynthia Collins, BS, BT............................Florida Southern College, Florida Christian University Jessica Damron, BA, M.Ed, Ph.D....................................................................Clearwater Christian College, Regent University, Liberty University Yvonne Englund, BA, MS…………….........................……...Stetson University, Florida State University Erin Fernandes, BA, M.Ed…..............................................…State University of New York at Fredonia Grand Canyon University Susan Gentry, BS, MS………………….........................…......Auburn University, Georgia State University Neil Harrison, BS, MS, M.Div…………………....................................….........................………...University of Florida, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary Roger Harvey, BA, M.Ed………………...........……...................................…..The Citadel, University of Phoenix Vanda Harvey, BS…………………………………................................................................……..............…….Ashland University Chad Hudson, BA………………………...................................................……….........................………...Northwestern College Steve Kavanagh, BS, M.Div……………...............……….…New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary Alan Kunkel, BS, M.Ed, Ed.............................................................................................Florida Christian College, Grand Canyon University Michelle Lindo, BA………….................…..................................................................……………...........……Masters University Keith Manning, BA, M.Div, MA……...………………......................................……University of Central Florida, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary Elizabeth Markowitz, BA, MA……...........................................................................................University of Florida, University of Central Florida Michelle Mason, BA…………………………………..…………………………................…….……...North Greenville University Jeff McConkey, BS, M.Eng…………...................................................................................................Bradley University, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Grayson Merritt, BS…………....................................................…….…………….........…..........................…..Liberty University Sean Mikels, BA, M.Ed..............................................................................................University of Central Florida, University of West Florida Chris Mitchell, BS……………....................................................………………............……...University of Central Florida Kimberly Moseler, BFA…………….......................................………………............……...University of Central Florida David Oliver, BS…………………………………………………………..…………..….................................….University of Wisconsin Sandra Peabody, BS, M.Ed……………….………….....National Autonomous University of Honduras Annette Peyovich, BS, MA……………..........…...Indiana University, Western Governors University Florence Pierre-Louis, BS, MS…………………….......................................................…..............University of Florida, Florida A&M University Jason Porrata, BA……….………………….....…………………..………………...................…..….............Florida State University Reed Reynolds, BS, MS……………………………………………………..…........Utica College, University of Florida Kelly Scott, BA, MA, Ed.D…….……………….....................................................................Florida Southern College, University of Central Florida Nathaniel St. Clair, BA, MS……….....…..SUNY New Paltz, Long Island University (Brooklyn) Scott Toenges, BA, M.Div, D.Min.…..……...……....................................................................................Crown College, Alliance Theological Seminary, Southern Evangelical Seminary Darryl Tolbert, BM……….…….….................…………………………….................................…..The University of Memphis Trey Tyler, BS……………………………………………….…...…………………………..............................................................Troy University Seth Ury, BA……….……........…………………………………………….........................................................................Asbury University Casey Vaughn, BA, MA………...…………………................................................................................…Clemson University, The University of Texas at Austin Cherith Walton, BS, M.Ed…………....….University of Central Florida, Florida State University Michael Weeldreyer, BA……………………………..………………….....……………….................…...….Northwestern College
Lower School Faculty
Melissa Adams, BA………………………………………………...………………....…….........Palm Beach Atlantic University Kay Bastian, BS………………………………………………………....…………..…........……....……....…................Oakwood University Nicole Begley, BA..…………………………………………………...……………...…….........………....……........…..University of Florida Ashley Boyd, BS…………………………....…….....…………………………………………....…….......………….…....University of Florida Amber Brown, BS, M.Ed………...……....……....……....……....……....……....……....……...University of Central Florida, Nova Southeastern University Shelli Bryant, BA, MA......……………………………………………………….....……..University of Arkansas Monticello, Nova Southeastern University Tammy Burns, BS………………………………………....……….………………....……...……………..University of Central Florida Barbara Camblin, BS, M.Ed…………………………………...Florida Christian College, Covenant College Elaine Connell, BA, M.Ed……………………………….........Flagler College, University of Central Florida Lisa DeBoom, BA, M.Ed……………………………………………………........……..…….............................University of Florida Lori Dowling, BS…………………………...……………………………….....…………………....……...University of Central Florida Jill Edwards, BS, M.Ed…………………………...……………….……...Presbyterian College, Cambridge College Bruna Endler, BS…………………………...……………………………….....…………………....……...University of Central Florida Angela Faver, BA, MA......…………………………...……………………………University of Massachusetts Amherst, University of Central Florida Nicole Kilpatrick, BS…………………………...……………………………….....…………....……............................Evangel University Melanie Lader, BBA…………………………………………………………............……....……..................….University of Memphis Chrissie Land, BS………………………………………………….……...........……....……............….University of Central Florida Kristen Leader, BS, MS……………………………………………………………....………………......……Florida State University Yahaira Loperena, BA, MS.Ed…………………………......City University of New York-Hunter College, Wagner College Kathy Martin, BS…………………………………………………………..………………....……....…....……….University of Montevallo Ardis Meloon, BA, M.Mus, M.Ed……………………….……………....……………………...……..East Carolina University Ashlee Mikels, AA, BA, MA, EdD……......………………………………...............….Valencia Community College, University of Central Florida, Florida Southern College Jenia Norris, BS, MAT……………………………………….Tennessee State University, Belhaven University Katherine Owen, BA…………………………………………………………………...……....…….……….Florida Atlantic University Jill Pierce, BA…………………………………………………..……....……....……....……........…………........………University of Arkansas Adrienne Pilz, BS……………..……………………………………….…………....……...………...........University of Central Florida Becky Render, BA, MS………………………………………………..……..….University at Buffalo, Canisius College Carrie Roehrig, BS……………………………………………..….......................................…..….University of Central Florida Sarah Rosario, BS, MAT, Ed.S..………........................................................................….Florida Southern College, National Louis University, Belhaven University Debi Savage, BA………………………………………………………..…………...……....….…….Palm Beach Atlantic University Brittny Stephens, BA, M.Ed, Ed.S………………………………………………………..…University of North Georgia, Piedmont University Christine Torres, BFA, MA…………...........................................................................................................Queens College, Teachers College at Columbia University Gerrod Trytten, BS………………………………………………………..…………........…....….…….University of Central Florida Kayla Uth, BS……………………………....…………..…………………………………....……....…...……University of Central Florida Judy Williams, BA, M.Ed…………………………………...………………………....….....……..University of Central Florida
Middle School Faculty
Chris Bryant, BA, MAT……………………....…………....…………....…………....…………....……….......University of Arkansas, University of Arkansas Monticello Young Chang, BA……….......……………………………………………....……………....…….........……......................University of Iowa Paula Diehl, BA……………………………………………………………….......……………....………....……....……..………Stetson University Tim Dix, BA, M.Div, D.Min…………………………………………...……………………....……....………………..…Liberty University Laura Durnil, BS………….………………………………………..………………......……....…..........Clearwater Christian College Joe Fana, BS, M.Ed………….………………………………………..………………......……..........University of Central Florida, Liberty University Allison Hodges, BA……….……………………………………...…..………………......……....……..........Texas Christian University Tori Johnson, BA………….………………………………………..………………......…….....….........................University of Tennessee Radhika Miller, BS, MA, MA………….………………………….........................……….University of North Alabama, Tennessee Technological University Abbie Nestler, BS, MS………………...................................................................................……Florida State University, Nova Southeastern University Christy Requejo, BS…………………………………………..………………………....………....……....…..……………….Warner University Jeff Rossmeissl, BS, MA…………………………………………………………...…….....……….University of Central Florida Shannon Rymer, BS…………………………………………………………….……........……..University of Texas at Arlington Jennifer Suttle, BS, MS…………………………………………………....………………..……..….…Louisiana State University, Mississippi College Atlee Swartz, BA…………………………………………………………………………....……...…......…University of Central Florida Terra Townsend, BA, BA……………………………………………......................................……....……....…..Chatham University Kristin Tyler, BA, BA……………....………………………………………………...…....….……....……..........Florida State University Kari Ursu, BA, MLA……………....………………………………………………...……....…..........University of Central Florida, Johns Hopkins University Kristin Worley, BS……………....………………………………………………...…..……....…….............................Troy State University
The Classical School & The First Hope Faculty Angel Alexander, BA, M.Ed………………………..University of Central Florida, Belhaven University Matthew Buchanan, BS…………………………………………………………...........……...………………..…...University of Florida Annie Bieschke, MA, MA, MA…………………………………...………………...……...….Dallas Theological Seminary, Moody Bible Institute, Rollins College Crystal Fitzgerald, BS…………………………………...………………...……...…….....…………………….……...…...Warner University Kala Gill, BA, M.S.Ed…………………………………...………………..................……MidAmerica Nazarene University, Arkansas State University Michelle Gonzalez, BS…………………………………...…...…….....…………………….……...…...........Southeastern University Misty Gooding, BS, M.S.Ed……………………………….………………...…...Armstrong Atlantic State University, Keiser University Malia Gunnarsson, BA, M.Ed…………………………………………………....Flagler College, Strayer University Silvana Hacker, BA…………………………....………………………………................……...…….................Gama Filho University Justin Harris, BS…………………………....………………………………................……...……..................................Samford University Alba Jacobo, BS………………………......………...………………………........……...……………..........................….......John Jay College Laura Johnson, BA…...…………………………………….....…………………...……...……...……………..….....……….Liberty University Melissa Joynes, BS, MLA…...……………........................................................................Oklahoma State University, Kansas State University Paula Katutis, BA…………………........……………….....………………............................……...……...……........………...Luther College Meg Marchetti, BS…...…………………………….………………………...….....……....Columbia International University Jennifer McDaniel, BS, MSEE…...……………………………………………........…….....University of Central Florida Michelle Owen, BA, PB..............................................................................................University of Central Florida, Fielding Graduate University Janice Pacheco, BS…...……………………………...……………………...…...……............................Ana G. Mendez University Christine Phiilips, BA, MA…...……………………………….....……...…...Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Aurora University Isaac Philips, BS…………………………..........…………………………….…...……..............................……...……...….Liberty University Christy Rayle, BSN, eMBA, M.Ed……………….…………........…………………….......…….West Virginia University, University of Phoenix Michelle Rhein, BS…………….………………………………..…..…..........………….........……...…….....…..William Woods College Darren Seiple, BA, MA………………………………………….......…………………………..……University of Central Florida, Reformed Theological Seminary Cheli Sigler, BS……………………………………………….......……………………………...……...……...……...……......……Taylor University Justina Spoolstra, BS……………………………………………….......……………………………..……Northern Illinois University Kathy Truex, BA……………………………………………………………………………...……...…….…University of Central Florida Jennifer Utreras, BS……………………..………......…………………………...……...The University of Nebraska Omaha Robyn Whipple, BS……………………..………......…………………………...…….............…Palm Beach Atlantic University
Commissioned Colson Fellows Colson Fellows from across the globe complete a rigorous course of study that begins each August and concludes with their commissioning in June of the following year. In this nine month program, candidates follow a daily curriculum that is carefully curated and updated each year, read 10-12 books, and attend two live webinars each month with leading Christian thinkers in which they are able to engage in a lively, free-flowing exchange of ideas. Mrs. Letizia Branz Mrs. Paula Diehl Dr. Tim Dix Mr. Joe Fana Mrs. Allison Hodges Mr. Chad Hudson Mr. Steve Kavanagh
Mrs. Chrissie Land Mrs. Sarah Rosario Mrs. Kristen Leader Mrs. Kari Ursu Mr. Michael Weeldreyer Miss Amanda Whitaker
Colson Fellows in Training Ms. Tammy Burns Mrs. Megan Fleming Dr. Natalie Holter
Mr. Jason Porrata Dr. Kelly Scott
Graduation Regalia The origins of academic dress date back to the 12th and 13th centuries, when universities were taking form. The ordinary dress of the scholar, whether student or teacher, was the dress of a cleric. With few exceptions, the medieval scholar had taken at least minor orders, made certain vows, and perhaps had been tonsured. Long gowns were worn and may have been necessary for warmth in unheated buildings. Hoods seem to have served to cover the tonsured head until superseded for that purpose by the skull cap. The assignment of colors to signify certain faculties was to be a much later development, and one which was to be standardized only in the United States in the late 19th century. This system was codified in 1887 when Gardner Cotrell Leonard of Albany, New York, designed gowns for his class of 1887 of Williams College. By 1895 his designs were adopted by the Intercollegiate Commission. In 1959, the American Council on Education met and reviewed the codes and made several changes. In 1986 the code was again updated to clarify the color for the Doctorate of Philosophy degree. Today, the color system for the hoods can be easily deciphered. An examination of the hood will reveal a trim color and interior hood colors (seen at the back of the robe). The trim of the hood can most easily be seen at the front of the gown at the neck line. The color of the trim denotes the field of study in which the degree was awarded. Agriculture Maize Arts, Letters, Humanities White Commerce, Business Drab Dentistry Lilac Economics Copper Education Light Blue Engineering Orange Fine Arts, Architecture Brown Forestry Russet Journalism Crimson Law Purple Library Science Lemon Medicine Green
Music Pink Nursing Apricot Oratory (Speech) Silver Gray Pharmacy Olive Green Philosophy Dark Blue Physical Education Sage Green Public Administration Peacock Blue Public Health Salmon Pink Science Golden Yellow Social Work Citron Theology Scarlet Veterinary Science Gray
Cords Hispanic Honor Society - One gold & one red cord International Thespian Society - One blue & one gold cord Latin Honor Society - Two purple & silver braided cords Music - One pink cord National Art Honor Society - Two multi-color cords National Chinese Honor Society - One purple & one lilac cord National History Scholars Society - Two burgundy cords National Honor Society - Two solid gold cords Quill & Scroll Honor Society - One navy & yellow braided cord Science National Honor Society - Two green, purple & yellow braided cords Stronger Together 2020 - One blue & gold braided cord
Colleges Granting Acceptance AdventHealth University Allegheny College American University Auburn University Babson College Baldwin Wallace University Baylor University Belhaven University Belmont Abbey College Belmont University Berry College Bethune-Cookman University Campbell University Chipola College Citadel Military College of South Carolina Clemson University Coastal Carolina University College of Central Florida College of Charleston Covenant College Dean College Dyersburg State Community College Elon University
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Daytona Beach)
Florida Atlantic University Florida Gulf Coast University Florida Institute of Technology Florida International University Florida Southern College Florida State University Fort Valley State University Furman University George Mason University George Washington University Georgia Southern University Hampton University High Point University Houston Christian University Howard University Indiana University (Bloomington) Jacksonville University Liberty University Lipscomb University Louisiana State University Lynn University McGill University Messiah University Miami Dade College Mississippi State University Morehouse College New College of Florida New York Institute of Technology New York University North Carolina State University Northeastern University Oklahoma State University (Main Campus) Oral Roberts University
Ouachita Baptist University Palm Beach Atlantic University Penn State University (University Park) Pepperdine University Radford University Rochester Institute of Technology Rollins College Saint Leo University Samford University Santa Clara University Savannah College of Art and Design Seminole State College of Florida Sewanee: The University of the South Southeastern University Southern Methodist University Spelman College St. Thomas University Stetson University Swarthmore College Tallahassee State College Tennessee Technological University Texas A&M University The Ohio State University The University of Alabama The University of Tampa The University of Tennessee (Knoxville) The University of Toledo University of Alabama at Birmingham University of California (Davis) University of California (Irvine) University of California (San Diego) University of Central Florida University of Florida University of Georgia University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign University of Mary Washington University of Maryland (College Park) University of Miami University of Mississippi University of North Carolina at Asheville University of North Carolina at Charlotte University of North Carolina Wilmington University of North Florida University of Oklahoma University of Pennsylvania University of Pittsburgh (Johnstown) University of Rochester University of San Francisco University of South Florida (Main Campus) Valencia College Virginia Military Institute Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Wake Forest University West Virginia State University Western Carolina University Wofford College
God’s Plan of Salvation Admit
“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23)
Pray: Lord, I admit that I am a sinner in need of a Savior.
Believe
“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whosoever believes in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
Pray: Lord, I believe that Jesus died and shed His blood for my sins. I believe this in my heart and not just in my head.
Call
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
Pray: Lord, I call upon You to save me from my sins. I confess and repent of my sins. I know that Your Son, Jesus paid my debt on the cross, a debt I could never pay despite all my good works, and I thankfully accept Your gift of eternal life in Heaven that His death makes possible.
The Alma Mater A city on a hillside; a beacon in the night Now stands our alma mater - proclaiming truth and right. Depending on the promises of Jesus Christ, the Son, In whom our faith is anchored; in whom the victory’s won. His Word of hope now hidden securely in our hearts. Though years of change may threaten, His Word will not depart. As workmen who have studied and need not be ashamed, Prepared as Christian leaders; we’re trusting in His name. His character and wisdom - the hallmark of our creed, Accepting our commission to serve all those in need. Together lift your voices and sing in one accord, Of this alma mater - the mission of our Lord.
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