Student Biographies

Alison Ayres

June 29, 2026

Providence Catholic School Alison is a member of the varsity dance team and serves as class Vice President. She is an officer of her school’s prayer group and a member of the Rotary Interact and Global Justice clubs. Outside of school, she is involved in the National Charity League, where she serves as President of […]


Alesandra Villafranca

June 29, 2026

Keystone School Alesandra plays varsity tennis and participates in activities and clubs such as robotics, science fair and Helping Hearts. She enjoys hiking and reading novels.


Sharzeh Jafferali

June 29, 2026

St. Mary’s Hall Sharzeh is actively involved in academics, leadership, and extracurricular activities. He serves as the treasurer of the school’s Model United Nations club and as an officer on the Debate Team. He participates in the Student Investment Group, DECA, and HOSA while also earning recognition as a national debate qualifier. He is a member […]


River McDonald

June 29, 2026

O’Connor High School River is now a part of the marching band leadership team. He enjoys playing the saxophone along with other instruments, ultimate frisbee and the company of others.


Paizley Spain

June 29, 2026

St. Philip’s Early College High School Paizley is the Vice President of the sophomore student council. She is currently enrolled in the CNA program and enjoys playing volleyball. volleyball.


Nikhita Nair

June 29, 2026

TMI Episcopal Nikhita holds leadership roles and contributes meaningfully to school clubs and organizations, including the Speech & Debate Club, Blood Drive Club, and Kayio Symposium. She participates in ARSEF, excels in archery and is a gifted writer, as evidenced by her recognition in Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.


Mollie Kramer

June 29, 2026

Lutheran High School Mollie is actively involved in Student Council as treasurer, sports, the Robotics Team, and Kinetic Kids, where she mentors children with special needs through coding, building, and teamwork activities. Mollie enjoys hiking, solving puzzles, and working with animals.


Mia Grant-Goyer

June 29, 2026

Judson Early College Academy Mia is an honors student and serves as a cadet in the AFJROTC program at Judson High School. She is a member of Student Council and Key Club, where she enjoys serving her school and community through leadership and volunteer work.


Marvelous Bukari

June 29, 2026

Great Hearts Monte Vista North Marvelous is a student at Great Hearts Monte Vista North, who is actively involved in both academic and extracurricular activities. He is a member of his school’s lab assistant group, collecting data for their own research and assisting teachers with lab set-up and clean-up. He also enjoys playing sports.


Katelyn Adams

June 29, 2026

BASIS – Shavano Katelyn demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental science and medicine. She participates in science fairs and her school’s Environmentalist club. A National Junior Honor Society member, Katelyn competes in cross-country and track, and participates in her school’s running club. She volunteers at a local military hospital and is actively involved in the Red […]