Alayna Leigh Bailey is 17 years of age and the daughter of Amanda and Dwayne Patterson of Chester. She was a member of Pep Club, Key Club, National Technical Honors Society, National Honor Society, and Prom Committee. Her hobby is spending time with her grandparents, shopping, and working. Following high school graduation, Alayna plans to attend West Virginia Northern Community College and major in Nursing, and then attend West Liberty University for her bachelor’s degree.
Madison Elaine Baird is 17 years of age and the daughter of Holly and Mike Baird of New Cumberland. She was a member of Cheering, Track, Pep Club, FBLA, and National Honor Society. She also participated in All Star Cheering. Following high school graduation, Madison plans to attend West Virginia University and major in public health sciences and then do into radiology.
Derrick Philip Bowersox is 17 years of age and the son of Melissa Bowersox of Chester. He was a member of Archery Club, FBLA, Judicial Scholars, and Youth Leadership. He also participated in Governor’s School of Entrepreneurship, Governors Stem Institute, and Rotary Youth Leadership. His hobbies are swimming, hiking, and photography. Following high school graduation, Derrick plans to attend Fairmont State University and major in Biology and then attend West Virginia University to major in family medicine.
Nicholas Adam Boyd is 18 years of age and the son of Crystal and Timothy Boyd. He was a member of Yearbook, FBLA, and National Honor Society. He also participated in the Sons of the American Legion Post 114. His hobbies are video games. Following high school graduation, Nicholas plans to attend West Liberty University and major in secondary education.
Faith Marie Buchanan is 18 years of age and the daughter of Tammie and Timothy Buchanan of New Cumberland. She was a member of Track, Theatre, Key Club, and Prom Committee. She also participated in Knights of Thespis Theatre Group. Her hobbies are art, reading, and being with family and friends. Following high school graduation, Faith plans to attend West Virginia Northern Community College and major in special education.
Emma Nicole Everett is 18 years of age and the daughter of Stacey and Tyler Everett of Chester. She was a member of Soccer, Basketball, Track, Pep Club, and Key Club. She also participated in WV Girls State. Her hobbies are running, reading, and hanging out with friends. Following high school graduation, Emma plans to attend Fairmont State University and major in early education.
Calee Lorae Ferrell is 17 years of age and the daughter of Debbie and Thomas Ferrell of New Cumberland. She was a member of Pep Club and National Honor Society. She also participated in community service. Her hobbies are working out, drawing, and hanging out with friends. Following high school graduation, Calee plans to attend West Virginia Northern Community College and major in Nursing and Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant.
Gavin William Geisse is 18 years of age and the son of Vicky and Joe Geisse of Chester. He was a member of National Honor Society, Basketball, Track, Prom Committee, Key Club, and FCA. He also participated in youth basketball camps and OVAC All-Star Basketball game. His hobbies are basketball and racing remote control cars. Following high school graduation, Gavin plans to attend West Virginia University and attend law or medical school.
Giada Elizabeth Giambroni is 18 years of age and the daughter of Shannon and Mike Giambroni of Newell. She was a member of Soccer and Prom Committee. She also participated in United Way, Newell Coalition Volunteer, Top of WV Event Support, received EMT certification, Lector at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, and worked at Fiesta Tableware. Her hobbies are reading, writing, and soccer. Following high school graduation, Giada plans to attend Fairmont State University and major in nursing.
Macy Aleice Hartung is 18 years of age and the daughter of Toni and Howie Hartung of New Cumberland. She was a member of Soccer, Softball, National Honor Society, FCA, Pep Club, Key Club, Prom Committee, and Early Childhood Program. She also participated in volunteering at elementary schools and Lynn Memorial Library for story hour. Her hobbies are playing and watching sports and hanging out with friends. Following high school graduation, Macy plans to attend West Virginia University and major in elementary education.
Danica Maria Holden is 18 years of age and the daughter of Hilary and Noah Holden of New Cumberland. She was a member National Honor Society, Student Council, Softball, and Prom Committee. She also participated in travel softball. Her hobbies are art and softball. Following high school graduation, Danica plans to attend Wheeling University and major in computer science engineering and play softball.
Kylie Elizabeth-Ann Holmes is 18 years of age and the daughter of Serena Anderson and Jeremiah Swiger of New Cumberland. She was a member of National Technical Honor Society, National Honor Society, Prom Committee, and Pep Club. She also participated in community service. Her hobbies are reading, crocheting, and playing video games. Following high school graduation, Kylie plans to attend West Liberty University and major in dental hygiene and minor in elementary education.
Brayley Marie Lash is 18 years of age and the daughter of Jaime and Sean Lash of Weirton. She was a member of Volleyball, Basketball Softball, Pep Club, and National Honor Society. She also participated in travel volleyball and softball and the owner of Customs by Brey Crafting Business. Her hobbies are singing, crafting, and lifting. Following high school graduation, Brayley plans to attend West Liberty University and major in speech pathology and minor in business and continue playing softball.
Averi DeAnn Martin is 18 years of age and the daughter of Bobbi and Bill Martin of Weirton. She was a member of Volleyball, Pep Club, Key Club, and Prom Committee. She also participated in Sky Elite Volleyball Club. Her hobby is volleyball. Following high school graduation, Averi plans to attend Fairmont State University and major in biology and continue to play volleyball.
Maddox Ryan McKay is 18 years of age and the son of Rachel and Anthony McKay of Chester. He was a member of Student Council, National Honor Society, FBLA, Swim, Baseball, Science Club, Prom Committee, Youth Leadership, and Judicial Scholars. He also participated in Governor’s Honor Academy and American Legion Boys State. His hobbies are working with his dogs and spending time with family and friends. Following high school graduation, Maddox plans to attend West Virginia University and major in public health sciences.
Cameron Elizabeth Michaud is 18 years of age and the daughter of Lesley and Nick Michaud of Weirton. She was a member of Pep Club, Key Club, Culture Club, Soccer, Youth Leadership, Homecoming Court, WV Girls State, Swim Track, Science Club, Prom Committee, FBLA, and Lion’s Scholar. She also participated in community service. Her hobbies are drawing, collecting rocks, and listening to music. Following high school graduation, Cameron plans to attend West Virginia University and major in environmental engineering.
Ella Marie Paras is 18 years of age and the daughter of Karla and Steve Paras of Weirton. She was a member of Band, Choir, Theatre, Cheering, Swim, and Recorder Ensemble. She also participated in All-State Choir, WV Girls State, and Wheeling Symphony Orchestra Community Choir. Her hobbies are anything musical, performing, and playing “The Triple Aces” with friends. Following high school graduation, Ella plans to attend Duquesne University and major in music education.
Sarah Elizabeth Robinson is 18 years of age and the daughter of Bridget and Christopher Robinson of New Cumberland. She was a member of Volleyball, Cheering, Pep Club, FBLA, and Prom Committee. She also participated in Governor’s School for the Arts, Governor’s Honor Academy, and WV Girls State. Her hobbies are painting, crafting, reading, and photography. Following high school graduation, Sarah plans to attend Honors College at West Virginia University and major in Psychology.
Emileigh Grace Schlotter is 18 years of age and the daughter of Christina and Eric Schlotter of New Cumberland. She was a member of Theatre, Culture Club, Art Club, and National Honor Society. Following high school graduation, Emileigh plans to attend New Castle School of Trades for welding.
Tori Lynnora Snider is 18 years of age and the daughter of Vicki and Corey Snider of New Cumberland. She was a member of Theatre, Archery Club, Band, Key Club, Tennis, and National Honor Society. She also participated in Arts Alive and karate. Her hobbies are hunting, hiking, reading, and spending time with family. Following high school graduation, Tori plans to attend West Virginia Northern Community College and major in special education and then transfer to a secondary college.
Emma Sue Stansbury is 18 years of age and the daughter of Julie and Jesse Stansbury of New Cumberland. She was a member of Pep Club, Key Club, Soccer, Science Club, and National Honor Society. She also participated in altar server and Eucharistic Minister and Sacred Heart Church. Her hobbies are horseback riding, hunting, and fishing. Following high school graduation, Emma plans to attend Oklahoma State University and major in animal science/Pre-Vet/Pre-Med.
Ella Ryan Stewart is 17 years of age and the daughter of Kelly and Joshua Stewart of Chester. She was a member of Basketball, National Honor Society, Volleyball, Pep Club, and Prom Committee. She also participated in AAU basketball. Her hobbies are watching movies, reading, shopping, going to the gym, and hanging out with friends. Following high school graduation, Ella plans to attend West Virginia University and major in nursing.
Emma Jade Stewart is 18 years of age and the daughter of Jaimee Bennett of Chester. She was a member of FBLA, National Honor Society, Prom Committee, and Culture Club. Her hobbies are reading and puzzles. Following high school graduation, Emma plans to attend West Virginia University and major in electrical and computer engineering.
Haylee Renee Stewart is 18 years of age and the daughter of Jessica and Bill Stewart of New Cumberland. She was a member of Volleyball, Basketball, Track, Pep Club, and Key Club. She also participated in JO Volleyball and AAU Basketball. Her hobbies are reading and baking. Following high school graduation, Haylee plans to attend Bethany College and major in pre-veterinary medicine.
Rylee Lorae Swartzmiller is 18 years of age and the daughter of Stacey and Daniel Swartzmiller of New Cumberland. She was a member of National Honor Society, Culture Club, Cheering, Swim, Theatre, Pep Club, and Science Club. She also participated in dance, Youth Leadership, WV Girls State. Her hobby is reading. Following high school graduation, Rylee plans to attend University of Mount Union and major in biomedical engineering.
Mykala May Walker is 18 years of age and the daughter of Jennifer Walker of New Cumberland. She was a member of Pep Club, Key Club, National Honor Society, and Culture Club. She also participated in community service. Her hobbies are reading, drawing, and working out. Following high school graduation, Mykala plans to attend Kent State University and major in diagnostic medical sonography.
Gabriella Emme Watkins is 18 years of age and the daughter of Nancy and Christian Watkins of New Cumberland. She was a member of National Honor Society, Cheering, Tennis, Prom Court, Homecoming Court, and Youth Leadership. She also participated in WV Girls State, and member of Oakland Presbyterian Church. Her hobbies are reading, playing pickleball with friends, baking, and crocheting. Following high school graduation, Gabriella plans to attend West Virginia University and major in nursing and become a nurse anesthetist.
Abigail Pauline Whitehead is 18 years of age and the daughter of Jamie and Philip Bellville of Newell. She was a member of National Honor Society, Art Club, Soccer, Track, Key Club, FBLA, and Prom Committee. She also participated in WV Girls State. Her hobbies are art and throwing discus. Following high school graduation, Abigail plans to attend Wheeling University and major in bio-pre-med for dermatology and continue track career.
Cassidy Nichole Wright is 18 years of age and the daughter of Jamie Leek and Chad Wright of Newell. She was a member of Pep Club, Key Club, Prom Committee, Yearbook, ECCAT, and National Honor Society. She also participated in concession stand for sporting events, teacher aide and office assistant. Her hobbies are watching basketball and baseball games and hanging out with friends and family. Following high school graduation, Cassidy plans to attend West Liberty University and major in elementary education.
