Arbrielle calls her four years at Therrell High School difficult, but rewarding. Being named salutatorian was not her initial goal, but years of diligence and hard work resulted in this honor. She attributes much of her success to her parents and teachers. She is especially thankful for her college advisor, Ms. Modi, who help […]
Throughout high school, Ya Daba has reached for the stars, and in order to meet her academic goals, she has taken advantage of every educational opportunity provided. After graduating from high school, Ya Daba plans to attend the University of North Georgia to obtain a degree in marketing and criminal justice. Her post-baccalaureate plans include […]
The past four years at Maynard Jackson High School have provided Lam Dang with many opportunities to cultivate his learning. Most notably, his participation in JROTC provided him leadership experiences and opportunities that will prepare him for the challenges of pursuing a post-secondary education in computer systems engineering. He attributes much of his success to […]
Affectionately known to his family and friends as Chaz, Charles Hebert is committed to participating in philanthropic activities where he can directly assist people and profoundly impact their lives. His civic engagement activities include a myriad of experiences such as studying African-American history, helping adolescents establish life skills, and promoting environmental awareness and community […]
Amanda Ann Watts is the Class of 2014 Valedictorian at Benjamin E. Mays High School. A quote by Dr. Benjamin Elijah Mays has resonated with Amanda Watts over the years: “Youth is not a time in life; it is a state of mind.” This idea was instilled in Amanda by her late grandmother, to whom […]
The Class of 2014 Salutatorian for Benjamin E. Mays High School is Odyssey Wilson. Odyssey recognizes Benjamin E. Mays High School as the source of her current success and future victories. She thanks her senior army instructor, Major Sparks, for becoming her mentor and reminding her that she should always believe in herself and always […]
Albert James Seymour’s four years at Carver School of the Arts have been filled with great opportunities and remarkable people. George Washington Carver High School offers college preparatory courses in an environment that infuses academic rigor with artistic excellence. Albert’s relationships with teachers and peers have enabled him to be successful throughout his high school career. His educational […]
Abel A. Belete is a first-generation American who was born in Atlanta, GA to parents who immigrated from Ethiopia. He has made an indelible footprint at Carver School of the Arts by pioneering a school-wide math tutorial program to service freshman matriculating into the school each year each year. George Washington Carver High School offers college […]
Ruqiyah Mukarram has enjoyed her time as a student at Carver School of Health Sciences and Research. She attributes most of her success to her family; her teacher, Coach Book; school counselor, Ms. Cooper and principal, Dr. Jones. Together, they helped Ruqiya build a platform that has kept her successful in everything she has done. […]
Much of Monique Terrell’s success was propelled by self-determination and perseverance. She believes that the encouragement she received from her school counselor, Mrs. Keala Edwards-Cooper and her teacher, Ms. Ayesha Denny, made her success at Carver possible. Although Monique has battled Sickle Cell Anemia her entire life, her aunt has always inspired her to set […]