Layanne Abdallatif is the daughter of Yasir Abdallatif, an employee of Primex Corporation. She recently graduated from Clifton High School in Clifton, NJ, and will begin her freshman year at Seton Hall University this fall, where she plans to major in biology and pursue a career as a physician’s assistant.

Graduating with a 93% grade point average, Abdallatif was consistently recognized for her academic success. She received Distinguished Honors and was inducted into the National Honor Society. Her coursework included participation in an early college program, which further prepared her for her future in the sciences.

Abdallatif has also been highly engaged in both school-related and community activities. She was an active member of the Muslim Student Association for all four years of high school and participated in the Pre-Med Club, Badminton Club and the early college program. Outside of school, she played volleyball at Side Out Sports and volunteered with the girl’s youth program at her religious institute. She has spent four summers volunteering with the Palestinian American Community Center’s youth programs.

Brylie Andersen will begin her freshman year at South Dakota State University this fall, where she plans to pursue a degree in marketing with a minor in sales.

Andersen recently graduated from Audubon High School in Audubon, IA, where she maintained a 3.95 GPA and graduated first in her class. Her transcript includes a mix of traditional coursework and dual-enrollment college classes through Des Moine Area Community College in areas such as business, composition, economics and management, showcasing her academic ambition and readiness for college-level work.

Throughout high school, Andersen was deeply involved in both academic and extracurricular activities. She was a member of FFA for three years, served as an FFA officer and participated in 4-H for eight years, holding several leadership positions, including vice president, treasurer and historian. She was also a member of the Iowa Meat Goat Association, Junior American Boer Goat Association, parliamentary procedure and soil judging teams and various sports and youth groups.

Her achievements in livestock showing are particularly noteworthy. Andersen has earned numerous state and national titles in market and breeding goat competitions, including Champion Market Goat Showman at the All-Iowa Showdown and Grand Champion Breeding Doe at the Iowa State Fair. She has also received recognition as Overall High Point Exhibitor and Reserve Champion Senior Showman, among many other honors. In addition to her success in the show ring, Andersen gives back to her community by hosting goat showmanship workshops and volunteering with youth programs and agriculture camps.

Noah Cochran is the son of Nicole Cochran, an employee of Röchling Industrial Gastonia.

Cochran recently graduated from Lincoln Charter School in Denver, NC, where he maintained a 3.95 unweighted GPA and ranked 28th in his class. His strong academic record included rigorous coursework in advanced placement and honors subjects such as AP Chemistry, AP Precalculus, Physics, and dual-enrollment English and history classes. He earned a cumulative weighted GPA of 4.53.

In the fall, Cochran will begin his freshman year at University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where he plans to major in engineering. His goal is to develop skills that allow him to tackle complex problem-solving challenges and succeed in a dynamic engineering career.

Outside the classroom, Cochran demonstrated commitment and teamwork as a four-year member of his high school varsity tennis team, where he helped lead the team to a 2A state final appearance and was recognized as team MVP. He is also a member of the National Honor Society and Beta Club and volunteers his time building theater sets for school productions.

Cochran works as a tennis coach and court maintenance staff member at Westport Swim and Tennis, where he teaches lessons and ensures the courts remain in top condition for members.

Connor Devine is the son of David Devine, an employee of SABIC.

Devine recently graduated from Pittsfield High School in Pittsfield, MA, where he maintained a 101.1 GPA on a 100-point scale and ranked 10th in his class of 144 students. In the fall, he will begin his freshman year of college and plans to major in mechanical engineering, with the goal of pursuing a career in the automotive industry. He will be attending Colorado State University in the fall.

Devine’s strong academic performance is matched by his active participation in school and community activities. He served as co-president of the Pep Club and was a dedicated member of the Class Council, Best Buddies, and National Honor Society. A talented athlete, he played varsity baseball and soccer while also participating in American Legion and travel baseball leagues. He balances school and sports with part-time jobs and regularly volunteers with Pittsfield Youth Sports and community improvement projects.

Margaret Gose will begin her freshman year this fall at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI, where she plans to major in digital marketing with a minor in sales.

A recent graduate of Three Rivers High School in Three Rivers, MI, Gose maintained a 4.05 GPA and ranked 19th in her class. Her academic record includes rigorous coursework such as AP Biology, AP Language and Composition and dual-enrollment college algebra. She has earned numerous honors, including Highest Honors, the Scholar-Athlete Award and leadership positions in clubs and athletics.

Gose’s leadership and service are evident in her extracurriculars. She served as Vice President of the Junior Class and was the founder and President of her school’s DECA chapter, where she developed skills in marketing and business leadership. She was a captain of both the varsity girls golf and tennis teams, a section leader in the Aristocrats choral ensemble and an enthusiastic participant in theatre and cheerleading. She also founded a small charity, Kicks for Kids, and interned at the Three Rivers Area Chamber of Commerce.

Mary Hagey is the daughter of Becky Hagey, an employee of Schupan Aluminum and Plastic Sales. Hagey is currently a junior at Michigan State University, where she is pursuing a degree in supply chain management with a minor in health promotion. She is a member of the MSU Honors College and has consistently achieved academic excellence, earning a 3.95 GPA and a place on the Dean’s List for every semester of her college career.

Hagey’s academic accomplishments are matched by her dedication to leadership and service. She serves as Treasurer on the Executive Board of the Supply Chain Management Association and is active in the MSU Residential Business Community and Women Impacting Supply Chain Excellence. She also participated in the Dashney Women’s Leadership Accelerator, where she explored the intersection of business leadership and impact.

Her professional experience includes internships with Abbott, Parker Hannifin and Eli Lilly, where she applied her classroom knowledge to real-world supply chain operations. Hagey also worked as a pharmacy technician at CVS, further deepening her understanding of healthcare logistics.

Matthew McDevitt is the son of Stephen McDevitt, an employee of NewAge Industries, Inc.

McDevitt is entering his senior year at York College of Pennsylvania in York, PA, USA, where he is pursuing a degree in civil engineering with a minor in sustainability/environmental studies. He has maintained a perfect 4.0 GPA and has earned a place on the Dean’s List every semester of his college career.

With a passion for infrastructure and environmental responsibility, McDevitt is preparing for a career in water resources engineering. He has demonstrated strong leadership and academic excellence, earning accolades such as the Engineering Society of York Award for Civil Engineering, the Sardari and Saroj Khanna Award for Physics and the Glenn A. and Melinda W. Adams National Eagle Scout Service Project of the Year Award (Council Winner). McDevitt’s involvement extends beyond academics. He has served as president and treasurer of the American Society of Civil Engineers student chapter and participated in several campus clubs including the Scout Club and Rock Climbing Club.

His practical experience includes internships with The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company and Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc., along with volunteer work through PennDOT’s Adopt-a-Highway program and York College’s Spartan Volunteer Network.

Meghan McGee, who recently graduated from a homeschool program in Richmond, VA, will begin her freshman year at Christopher Newport University this fall, where she plans to major in business marketing.

McGee maintained a 4.0 GPA throughout high school and was consistently named to the Honor Roll. Her impressive academic record is matched by her commitment to leadership, service and community engagement. She has been involved in speech and debate, soccer and basketball, and was a Virginia Healthy Living Ambassador through 4-H for three years. Her dedication to workforce development is demonstrated through her participation in the Girl Ambassador program, a readiness initiative for young women.

McGee has built a strong resume of volunteer and work experience. She served as a volunteer soccer coach, assisted with programs at the Moton Museum and was a Teen Summit coordinator for Girls for a Change. Her professional experience includes internships with Virginia Commonwealth University and Emerge Construction Group, where she gained firsthand exposure to business operations and project management. Currently, she serves as a peer advisor for Girls for a Change, helping other young women develop their leadership skills.

Isabella Parker is the daughter of Lisa Parker, an employee of Braskem. She recently graduated with an associates degree from Alvin Community College in Alvin, TX, and will begin classes at Emporia State University in the fall to pursue a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Her long-term goal is to earn a master’s and doctorate in clinical psychology.

Parker has excelled academically, maintaining a 3.92 GPA and earning a spot on the Dean’s List and Vice President’s List multiple times. She is a member of Phi Theta Kappa and her transcript reflects a broad range of coursework, including honors in government, psychology and environmental science.

Beyond her academic achievements, Parker is a highly engaged student and community volunteer. She participated in club volleyball at Alvin Community College and has competed in Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) tournaments since 2021. She will be a member of the D1 Disc Golf team at Emporia State University this coming fall. Parker volunteers at Wedgewood Elementary’s Afterschool Program and supports children’s programming at her church.

Alyssa Warbeck is the daughter of Damian Warbeck, an employee of Piedmont Plastics.

Warbeck is entering her senior year at the University of Vermont in Burlington, VT, where she is majoring in Environmental Sciences with a concentration in Conservation Biology and Biodiversity and a minor in Forestry. Throughout her academic career, she has demonstrated exceptional dedication to environmental studies, leadership, and service.

With a 3.94 GPA, Warbeck has consistently earned a place on the Dean’s List and achieved high marks in rigorous coursework, including ecology, organic chemistry and silviculture. Her passion for the environment is reflected in her involvement with the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources, where she has served as a teaching assistant for environmental statistics and contributed to field data research through a recent internship. Recently, Warbeck completed a semester abroad studying ecology in New Zealand.

Beyond the classroom, Warbeck has a long history of extracurricular involvement. In high school, she was team captain of her school’s color guard and a member of multiple choirs and the National Honor Society. She was also an active Girl Scout for 13 years. In college, she is a member of the Delta Delta Delta sorority and has held internships in both hospitality and environmental sectors.

Rodney Sterry will begin his freshman year at Shenandoah University in Winchester, VA, where he plans to play football and pursue a degree in business administration. His long-term goal is to earn an MBA and become a business owner or sales manager.

Sterry recently graduated from Northeast Senior High School in Pasadena, MD, with a 4.16 GPA and ranked 11th out of a class of 326 students. His strong academic performance was complemented by numerous honors, including recognition as a National Merit Scholarship Qualifier, National Football Foundation Scholar Athlete and National Honor Society member. He also received the Board of Education Student Equity in Action Award and several varsity athletic academic distinctions.

In addition to academic success, Sterry demonstrated exceptional leadership and service in his school and community. He served as President of the Interact Club, Vice President of the Athletic Leadership Committee and the One Love Club and was a Unified Physical Education & Leadership Peer Buddy. He was a team captain for both the varsity football and baseball teams and also competed in varsity track and field. Sterry has a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and has volunteered extensively, including organizing food and clothing drives, mentoring youth athletes, maintaining local baseball fields, supporting veterans through Wreaths Across America and participating in the Polar Bear Plunge for the Special Olympics.

Kaitlyn Wanezek is the daughter of Jesse Wanezek, an employee of Polymershapes LLC.

Wanezek is a senior at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a 3.93 GPA. Throughout her academic journey, Wanezek has distinguished herself through a strong academic record, leadership, and service. She has consistently earned placement on the Dean’s List, earned multiple undergraduate certificates and is on track to graduate a semester early. Her coursework has emphasized speech and hearing sciences, environmental health and disability services — critical areas of study in her pursuit of becoming a speech-language pathologist.

Wanezek has held several campus leadership positions, most notably with Kesem at UW–Madison, a nonprofit supporting children through a parent’s cancer. She serves as an executive board volunteer coordinator, recruiting and training counselors for summer programs. Her passion for communication support extends to her roles as a biology tutor for English language learners and as a student mentor in the PEOPLE Program. Additionally, she serves as a lead research assistant in the Pediatric Auditory Experience and Brain Lab, supporting studies on hearing loss in children.