Meet the valedictorians and salutatorians from Broward County high schools.
ACADEMIC SOLUTIONS ACADEMY A, CORAL SPRINGS
Maynard McLaren (Courtesy)
Valecitorian: Maynard McLaren
Hometown: North Lauderdale
GPA: 3.47
Accomplishments: Cultural exchange with students in Belize; completed volunteer service hours at church
Planned college: Interviewing at Youth Automotive Training Center of Broward
Melissa Jean Baptiste (Courtesy)
S: Melissa Jean Baptiste
Hometown: Tamarac
GPA: 3.25
Accomplishments: Club Elevate president; completed service hours assisting staff
Planned college: Broward College Voucher of Excellence recipient
Inspirational quote: “There is no other way to success than hard work and perseverance; if you want it you can do it, so hang on and never give up.”
ACADEMIC SOLUTIONS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL, CORAL SPRINGS
Valedictorian: Marsha Stevens
Marsha Stevens (Courtesy)
Hometown: Coral Springs
GPA: 3.90
Accomplishments: Fulfilled service hour requirement volunteering at Broward County animal shelter
Planned college: Atlantic Technical College
David Acosta (Courtesy)
Salutatorian: David Acosta
Hometown: Coconut Creek
GPA: 3.28
Accomplishments: Completing service hours at church; actively participating in neighborhood soccer, football and basketball
Planned college: Broward College Voucher of Excellence recipient
AMERICAN HERITAGE SCHOOLS, BROWARD CAMPUS, PLANTATION TOP SCHOLARS
Sebastian Estrada (CADY)
Sebastian Estrada
Hometown: Hollywood
GPA: 4.0
HPA: 6.11
Accomplishments: Development of interactive physics engine; Mu Alpha Theta Math Competition; Science National Honor Society; Spanish Honor Society; Varsity Weightlifting; Pre-Biomedical engineering; HOSA; Chemistry Olympiad; MinuteAid Clinic co-founder; Kumon teaching assistant and grader; Boys & Girls Club volunteer; YMCA Adaptive Recreation volunteer
Planned college: Duke University
Jack Finneran (CADY)
Jack Finneran
Hometown: Plantation
GPA: 4.0
HPA: 5.98
Accomplishments: United States Earth Science Organization Training Camp 2024; National Science Bowl 2023; Mu Alpha Theta State Champion 2023; Mu Alpha Theta; Science Bowl; Cross Country; Varsity Football Team videographer; Earth Science Club; Pre-Engineering; DECA; Church By The Sea Mission Trips; Learn With Peers Inc. free test prep class
Planned college: University of Florida
Junsouh Hong (CADY)
Junsouh Hong
Hometown: Weston
GPA: 4.0
HPA: 6.17
Accomplishments: USAPhO Honorable Mention; four AIME qualifications; Certified Ethical Hacker Exam passed; Mu Alpha Theta; Computer Science Society; Computer Science Honor Society; Competitive Programming
Planned college: Georgia Institute of Technology
Sai Lalitha Kodukula (CADY)
Sai Lalitha Kodukula
Hometown: Plantation
GPA: 4.0
HPA: 5.99
Accomplishments: USAMO Qualifier; passed Certified Ethical Hacker Exam; six-time AIME Qualifier; NCWIT AiC National Honorable Mention; president of Association for Women in Mathematics and CoderGals; vice president of Mu Alpha Theta and Computer Science Society
Planned college: Carnegie Mellon University
Timothy Kong (CADY)
Timothy Kong
Hometown: Weston
GPA: 4.0
HPA: 6.13
Accomplishments: Mu Alpha Theta; Varsity Tennis; DECA; Science Bowl; worked with Dr. Sadie Ryan at University of Florida, developed an open source early warning system for dengue outbreaks; Honorable Mention, Top 40 in US: M3 mathematical modeling challenge to help decrease homelessness
Planned college: University of Pennsylvania
Calvin Matthew (CADY)
Calvin Matthew
Hometown: Davie
GPA: 4.0
HPA: 6.03
Accomplishments: Cameron Impact Scholar (full-tuition scholarship); first place at Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair; Davidson Fellow Laureate ($50,000 award); first place at National Junior Science & Humanities Symposium ($12,000 scholarship)
Planned college: Stanford University
Rolando Perez (CADY)
Rolando Perez
Hometown: Weston
GPA: 4.0
HPA: 6.00
Accomplishments: Vice president of Health Science of HOSA; vice president of Spanish Honor Society; Pre-Medical Society; Mu Alpha Theta; Science Bowl; National Honor Society; Science National Honor Society founder; Healthy Teens Club president
Planned college: Undecided
Xuzhou Ren (CADY)
Xuzhou Ren
Hometown: Plantation
GPA: 4.0
HPA: 6.17
Accomplishments: Florida Student Association of Mathematics president; published math research paper “A Discrete Sobolev Inequality on Lattices”; performer at annual Chopin Foundation Concert; team leader of top 150 team in Wharton Global Youth Investment Competition
Planned college: University of Oxford
Yusuf Sheikh (CADY)
Yusuf Sheikh
Hometown: Coral Springs
GPA: 4.0
HPA: 6.05
Accomplishments: M3 Challenge Honorable Mention (top 40 of 655), team created a mathematical model of homelessness in the United Kingdom for leaders to plan and develop policy with; research at NSU, devel
Planned college: Yale University
Shreyan Singha (CADY)
Shreyan Singha
Hometown: Coral Springs
GPA: 4.0
HPA: 6.16
Accomplishments: Co-president (12th), vice president (11th), National Honors Society; planned and led 10+ community events with 400+ members; U.S Department of State Youth Ambassadors Program; Stanford SPICE U.S.-China Climate Solutions Co-lab; collaborated in 15+ climate workshops with Chinese students; led and created bilateral awareness media campaign on citizen-sustainable practices
Planned college: Duke University
Allen Ting
Hometown: Davie
GPA: 4.0
HPA: 6.01
Accomplishments: Florida chapter founder of Mathlings; donated 3D printed models to the blind through See3D; one of 20 accepted to Stanford University’s Math Camp; Mu Alpha Theta; executive board in Model UN; orchestra concertmaster
Planned college: Stanford University
Jessica Wong
Hometown: Hollywood
GPA: 4.0
HPA: 6.02
Accomplishments: DECA; Speech and Debate; Coder Gals; Computer Science Society; Computer Science Honor Society; National Honor Society
Planned college: Carnegie Mellon University
ARCHBISHOP EDWARD A. MCCARTHY HIGH SCHOOL, SOUTHWEST RANCHES
V: Kiara Figueras
GPA: 5.65
Accomplishments: Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction; Excelsior Scholar; National Honor Society; Mu Alpha Theta; Computer Science, English, Science and Social Studies national honor societies; Senior Class treasurer; peer minister/leader in Archbishop McCarthy’s retreat programs
Planned college: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
S: Victoria Herrera
GPA: 5.58
Accomplishments: National Merit Scholarship Commended Student; Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction; Excelsior Scholar; National Honors Society; Mu Alpha Theta; English, Science and Social Studies national honor societies; Student Ambassador; Tech Ambassador; president of Best Buddies chapter
Planned college: Nova Southeastern University
ATLANTIC TECHNICAL COLLAGE AND TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL, COCONUT CREEK
V: Cesar Moctezuma
Hometown: Margate
GPA: 5.1333
Accomplishments: Completed postsecondary Avionics Systems Technician program; Mu Alpha Theta vice president
Planned college: University of Central Florida
Salutatorian: Gerald Lopez
Hometown: North Lauderdale
GPA: 5.1313
Accomplishments: Completed postsecondary Medical Assistant program earning certifications as a Clinical Medical Assistant, EKG Technician and Phlebotomy Technician; NHS treasurer
Planned college: Broward College transferring to University of Florida
BLANCHE ELY HIGH SCHOOL, POMPANO BEACH
V: Kelan Dennis
Hometown: Margate
GPA: 5.38
Accomplishments: Engineering Club president; Principal Advisory Board; third place in National Bridge Building Competition (2024); BCPS 2025 Outstanding Senior Leader; led Engineering Club in raising over $17,000 to compete in National Solar Car Challenge
Planned college: Florida State University
Salutatorian: Guiliano Jules
Hometown: Pompano Beach
GPA: 5.0
Accomplishments: Engineering Club; over 150 hours of community service; third place in National Bridge Building Competition (2024)
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “If you own this story, you get to write the ending.”
Boyd H. Anderson High School, Lauderdale Lakes
Valedictorian: Abia Gooden
Hometown: Oakland Park
GPA: 5.379
Accomplishments: No. 1 ranking in her class since ninth grade; member of Entrepreneur and Leadership Military Academy; earned associate’s degree from Broward College
Planned college: Undecided
Salutatorian: Gizzelle Campbell
Hometown: Lauderdale Lakes
GPA: 5.22
Accomplishments: Entrepreneur and Leadership Military Academy member; completed over 260 community service hours; ambassador to the Jewish community at David Posnack Center in Davie; Bright Futures Medallion Scholarships recipient
Planned college: Florida International University
Broward Virtual School, Coconut Creek
Valedictorian: Hailey Roden
Hometown: Dania Beach
GPA: 5.13
Accomplishments: 50 college credits
Planned college: Florida Atlantic University
Salutatorian: Kavin Chandrasekhar
Hometown: Pembroke Pines
GPA: 5.09
Accomplishments: Volunteered over 200 hours to community service initiatives
Planned college: Florida State University
Calvary Christian Academy, Fort Lauderdale
Valedictorian: Ashton Tully
Hometown: Southwest Ranches
GPA (unweighted): 3.923
GPA (weighted): 4.508
Accomplishments: AP Scholar with Distinction; AP Capstone Diploma; Eagle Scout; 250+ service hours; STEM Endorsement; Varsity Baseball Letterman
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Whoever pursues righteousness and kindness will find life, righteousness and honor.” — Proverbs 21:21
Salutatorian: Franco Uzdavines
Hometown: Tampa
GPA (unweighted): 3.961
GPA (weighted): 4.494
Accomplishments: National Merit Scholar; Worship Team Leader; AP Capstone Diploma; AP Scholar with Distinction; National Honor Society president; 250+ service hours
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “And, in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make.” — The Beatles
Calvary Christian Academy, Hollywood
Valedictorian: Sha’Niel Murray
Hometown: Miramar
GPA (unweighted): 3.90
GPA (weighted): 4.16
Accomplishments: National Society of High School Scholars; National Honor Society president; Faith and Nation Forum attendee
Planned college: University of South Florida
Inspirational quote: “For everything that goes wrong, think of 10 things that went right. Those mini miracles go unnoticed way too often.” — unknown
Salutatorian: Reginald Andre
Hometown: Miami Gardens
GPA (unweighted): 3.95
GPA (weighted): 4.07
Accomplishments: Technology and Entrepreneurship Club founder; participated in mission trips to Mexico, El Salvador, Honduras, Puerto Rico and Nicaragua through The Mavuno Project; Faith and Nation Forum attendee
Planned college: University of Central Florida
Inspirational quote: “It’s not about where you start, but where your determination takes you.” — unknown
Cardinal Gibbons High School, Fort Lauderdale
Valedictorian: Alexander Petros
Hometown: Pompano Beach
GPA: 4
HPA: 5.418
Accomplishments: Two-time Scholar Athlete Award; AP Scholar With Distinction; AP Scholar Award; AP Chemistry Award; Dual Enrollment Spanish IV Award; AP European History Award; PSAT National Merit Scholarship Commended Student; Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Top Fundraiser Award; National Honor Society member and tutor; CGHS Excelsior Student; BCAA Scholar Athlete Award; Anthropology 1 Honors Award; English I Honors Award; 2024 Boys State Senator, Eric Whitacre Dedication Award for Chorus; DECA Club State qualifier and competitor
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Strength does not roar; often, it is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying I will try again tomorrow.”
Salutatorian: Andres Gomez de la Vega
Hometown: Pompano Beach
GPA: 3.965
HPA: 5.368
Accomplishments: National Merit Commended Scholar; Rensselaer Medal; BCAA scholar athlete; Engineering Design Honors Student of the Year
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Perhaps we can fly. All of us. How will we ever know unless we leap from some tall tower? No man ever truly knows what he can do unless he dares to leap.” — Euron Greyjoy
Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory, Hollywood
Valedictorian: Francisco Jose Carmona
Hometown: Miami
GPA (unweighted): 4.0
GPA (weighted): 5.14
Accomplishments: Science Olympiad vice president; leadership board of CM Scholars; drum major for drumline; Mu Alpha Theta president; Tri-M Music Honor Society vice president; Feeding South Florida volunteer; played piano at nursing homes (250 volunteer hours); National Merit Commended Scholar; Pinnacle Award recipient; AP Scholar with Distinction; Sapientiae Honor Roll
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “It always seems impossible until it’s done.” — Nelson Mandela
Salutatorian: Journey T. Mallardi Russell
Hometown: Dania Beach
GPA (unweighted): 4.0
GPA (weighted): 5.07
Accomplishments: Drumline president and captain; Mock Trial president; Extreme Teen Leaders volunteer; Pinnacle Award; National Merit Commended Scholar Award; AP Scholar with Distinction Award; Sapientiae Honor Roll; Top 10 of his class for four consecutive years; Science Olympiad member; Model UN; CM Scholars; Student Ambassadors Program; eight honor societies
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life.” — Steve Jobs
Charles W. Flanagan High School, Pembroke Pines
Valedictorian: Abdul Indorewala
Hometown: Pembroke Pines
GPA: 5.39
Accomplishments: National Merit semifinalist; Mu Alpha Theta (Math National Honor Society) vice president; over 150 volunteer hours at Alvin Sherman Library; National English Honor Society treasurer; member of National Honor Society, Science Honor Society
Planned college: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Inspirational quote: “The stars are not beyond reach for those who dare to climb.”
Salutatorian: Jake Massa
Hometown: Pembroke Pines
GPA: 5.27
Accomplishments: Outstanding Senior Leader Award; first place in Banking and Finance at Business Professionals of America State Leadership Conferences 2024 and 2025; certified in CPR and Adobe Visual Design; AP Scholar with Distinction
Planned college: Florida State University
Coconut Creek High School
Valedictorian: Thanh Ho
Hometown: North Lauderdale
GPA: 5.3678
Accomplishments: BCPS summer student technology intern; Raytheon RTX internship; Florida Business Professionals of America state treasurer/regional secretary; ATC Programming Club secretary; Maththingss founder; 2024 QuestBridge National College Match finalist
Planned college: Columbia University
Inspirational quote: “It’s exciting to dream about the future, but what is important is to enjoy the present and make life memorable.”
Salutatorian: Kaylee Henderson
Hometown: Tamarac
GPA: 5.2375
Accomplishments: Cambridge Scholar Award (first scholar at CCHS to earn an award from Cambridge University); Bright Futures Academic Award; Licensed Practical Nurse; AICE Diploma of Merit
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “The day will still come, and the sun will still rise, even if it’s through clouds.”
The College Academy at Broward College, Davie & Coconut Creek
Valedictorian: Luis Cuetara
Hometown: Pembroke Pines
GPA: 5.6235
Accomplishments: National Merit finalist; University of Florida National Merit Scholarship; Kids of Character winner; National Honor Society tutoring chair; AA degree with Highest Honors
Planned college: University of Florida
Salutatorian: Dave Kurian
Hometown: Pembroke Pines
GPA: 5.5649
Accomplishments: Engaged in scientific research for past two years with researchers at University of South Florida; raised $25,000 for nonprofit; AA degree with Highest Honors
Planned college: University of Florida
Cooper City High School
Valedictorian: Matan Fellows
Hometown: Cooper City
GPA: 5.5294
Accomplishments: AICE Cambridge Diploma with Merit; AP Scholar with Distinction; AP; AICE Cambridge; Dual Enrollment classes; two-time DECA States Qualifier
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Take care of all your memories, for you cannot relive them.” — Bob Dylan
Salutatorian: Ethan Bond
Hometown: Cooper City
GPA: 5.4924
Accomplishments: AICE Cambridge Diploma with Merit; AP Scholar with Distinction; Cross Country; Track captain; Science National Honor Society; volunteer at Shih Tzu Rescue; NJROTC training officer; National Brain Brawl contender
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Peace begins with a smile.” — Mother Teresa
Coral Glades High School, Coral Springs
Valedictorian: Ashleen Kaur
Hometown: Coral Springs
GPA: 5.4935
Accomplishments: Silver Knight nominee; National Honor Society president; associate degree recognition; Top 10%
Planned college: Georgetown University
Salutatorian: Kyrin Williams
Hometown: Coral Springs
GPA: 5.4198
Accomplishments: Top 10%; associate degree recognition
Planned college: Florida State University
Coral Springs High School
Valedictorian: Camden Hulse
Hometown: Margate
GPA: 5.50
Accomplishments: Published author in Parabola journal at UNSW Sydney called “The composite function series,” introducing a new mathematical series and a new definition for Graham’s number; Jane Street AMP 2025; MathROOTS 2024@ MIT Cohort; Caltech Up Close 2024
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.” — Albert Einstein
Salutatorian: Gabriella Stubblefield
Hometown: Coral Springs
GPA: 5.46
Accomplishments: AICE Diploma with Merit; Gold Seal of Biliteracy; AA degree from Broward College; National Society of High School Scholars Certification by NSHSS
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “This isn’t the end; it’s just the beginning of everything you’ve ever wanted.”
Cypress Bay High School, Weston
Valedictorian: Hansita Penikalapati
Hometown: Weston
GPA: 5.6585
Accomplishments: National Merit Scholar; AAUW Weston STEM Award winner; Gold Presidential Service Award recipient; AIME Qualifier; Young Scholars Program participant
Planned college: Carnegie Mellon University
Inspirational quote: “Always believe in yourself. Do this and no matter where you are, you will have nothing to fear.” — Hayao Miyazaki
Salutatorian: Adam Langshaw
Hometown: Weston
GPA: 5.6061
Accomplishments: National Merit Scholar; published abstract on inequalities in cystic fibrosis; AP Scholar with Distinction
Planned college: Stanford University
Inspirational quote: “We didn’t come this far, to only come this far.”
Dave Thomas Education Center, Coconut Creek
Valedictorian: Wendy Gutierrez Juarez
Hometown: North Lauderdale
GPA: 3.9889
Planned college: Broward College
Inspirational quote: “It’s possible if you put your mind to it.”
Salutatorian: Vivian Cooper
Hometown: Coconut Creek
GPA: 3.9386
Accomplishments: Humane Society volunteer
Planned college: Broward College
Deerfield Beach High School
Valedictorian: Miranda Lin
Hometown: Deerfield Beach
GPA: 5.5373
Accomplishments: Japan Club historian
Planned college: University of Florida
Salutatorian: Vivian Li
Hometown: Pompano Beach
GPA: 5.5075
Accomplishments: Japan Club president and secretary; Mu Alpha Theta treasurer; regional winner of Japanese language competition
Planned college: University of Florida
Dillard 6-12, Fort Lauderdale
Valedictorian: Sean Newman
Hometown: Fort Lauderdale
GPA (unweighted): 3.8
GPA (weighted): 5.1230
Accomplishments: Entrepreneurship and Small Business certificate; Autodesk Fusion certificate; over 75 offers from Bright Futures scholarship; over 300 community service hours; President’s Award for Academic Excellence
Planned college: University of Miami
Salutatorian: Briana Etienne
Hometown: Lauderhill
GPA (unweighted): 3.6463
GPA (weighted): 4.9756
Accomplishments: President of VEX Robotics team and led team initiatives, mentored peers and fostered innovation through hands-on STEM projects; awarded full-ride scholarship to University of Florida
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Go easy on yourself. Whatever you do today, let it be enough.”
Everglades High School, Miramar
Valedictorian: Julian Perez
Hometown: Miramar
GPA: 5.6418
Accomplishments: AP Scholar with Distinction; AICE Diploma with Merit; Sunshine State Scholar; National Merit Commended Honors nominee; National Hispanic Scholar Recognition
Planned college: University of Florida
Salutatorian: Isabella Gomez
Hometown: Miramar
GPA: 5.5952
Accomplishments: 2025 Congressional Recognition recipient; Citizenship Award for School and Public Service; Miami Herald Silver Knight Award nominee; BCPS Outstanding Senior Leader Scholarship recipient; first in BCPS World Language Competition; National Hispanic Recognition
Planned college: Duke University
Inspirational quote: “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” — President Franklin D. Roosevelt
Fort Lauderdale High School
Valedictorian: Krisztina Tolotti
Hometown: Fort Lauderdale
GPA: 5.558
Accomplishments: 2023 highest mark in USA Cambridge International Physical Education; 2024 Merit Scholarship finalist; Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society president and founder; 2025 Silver Knight Award winner in math
Planned college: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Inspirational quote: “Life is not a problem to be solved, but a reality to be experienced.” — Søren Kierkegaard
Salutatorian: Tannar Keenan
Hometown: Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
GPA: 5.52
Accomplishments: Scholar Athlete; AICE Diploma; Softball captain; Board of National Honor Society; Soaring L Mentor; Principal Advisory Board; BCAA All-Star Team
Planned college: University of Pennsylvania
Inspirational quote: “Make sure your worst enemy doesn’t live between your own two ears.” — Laird Hamilton
Hallandale High School, Hallandale Beach
Valedictorian: Ethan Sejour
Hometown: Miramar
GPA: 5.0
Accomplishments: AICE Diploma recipient; Minerva Award from Delta Sigma Theta Sorority; Top CTE Scholar; Outstanding Senior Leader
Planned college: Florida A&M University
Inspirational quote: “It always seems impossible until it is done.” — Nelson Mandela
Salutatorian: Michael Cadet
Hometown: Hollywood
GPA: 4.94
Accomplishments: AICE Diploma recipient; ESB Certification; Honors Student; National Speech & Debate Association member; Business Professionals of America Award winner (second News Broadcast and third Interview Skills)
Planned college: Barry University
Inspirational quote: “It ain’t about how hard you hit, it’s about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward.” — Rocky Balboa
Highlands Christian Academy, Pompano Beach
Valedictorian: Tzehan Ashley Hsu
Hometown: Pompano Beach
GPA: 3.9333
HPA: 4.8916
Accomplishments: National Honor Society; student government; Thespians; academic quiz team; cheerleading; Chapel Impact Team; All-A Honor Roll; Pompano Beach Exchange Club Student of the Month; Gold Presidential Award
Planned college: United States Military Academy (West Point)
Inspirational quote: “The will of God will never take you where the grace of God will not protect you.”— Corrie Ten Boom
Salutatorian: Doreen Narla Renelus
Hometown: Deerfield Beach
GPA: 4.0000
HPA: 4.8721
Accomplishments: National Honor Society; student government; academic quiz team; Thespians; Volleyball; Cheerleading; Chapel Praise Team; All-A Honor Roll; Pompano Beach Exchange Club Student of the Month; Silver Presidential Award; National African American Scholar
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Often when you think you’re at the end of something, you’re at the beginning of something else.” — Mr. Rogers
Hollywood Hills High School
Valedictorian: Maya Miller
Hometown: Fort Lauderdale
GPA: 5.48
Accomplishments: National Honor Society co-president (12th grade); National Honor Society vice president (10th-11th grade); Rho Kappa founder (11th grade); Girls Who Code founder and treasurer (11th-12th grade); Junior class office executive coordinator
Planned college: Washington University
Inspirational quote: “Success comes from working harder than everyone else, working as if it all depends on you, and praying, as it all depends on Him.”
Salutatorian: Janelle Prager
Hometown: Davie
GPA: 5.31
Accomplishments: NHS co-president (12th grade); National Merit Scholar (12th grade); SAT tutor/coach (11th-12th grade); Girls Who Code co-founder and vice president (12th grade); Founding Forward Spirit of America Young Leader (11th grade); AICE Cambridge Diploma
Planned college: University of Miami
Inspirational quote: “One generation to change the text. One generation chooses to teach that text. The next grows, and the lie becomes history.” — Rebecca Yarros
J.P. Taravella High School, Coral Springs
Valedictorian: Jacob Natale
Hometown: Boca Raton
GPA: 5.41
Accomplishments: AICE Cambridge Diploma; 100% Bright Futures; Industry Certification Scholar; National Science Honor Society; President’s Gold Scholarship Award; earned AA degree during high school
Planned college: Florida Gulf Coast University
Salutatorian: Melanie Ochoa Cordova
Hometown: Coral Springs
GPA: 5.25
Accomplishments: 2025 Class President for Debate; Top 6 in the State for Debate; International Level in DECA Competition; performance this summer in Puerto Rico for Salsa Dancing
Planned college: University of Miami
Lauderhill 6-12 STEM-MED Magnet School
Valedictorian: Michael Liburd
Hometown: Lauderhill
GPA: 5.4225
Accomplishments: Cambridge AICE Diploma; Early Admissions; 1470 SAT; 65 college credits earned while in high school
Planned college: University of Florida
Salutatorian: Werlyne Alphonse
Hometown: Lauderhill
GPA: 5.4219
Accomplishments: Cambridge AICE Diploma; 1290 SAT; CTE National Scholar; 1,140 community service hours
Planned college: Florida Atlantic University
Inspirational quote: To the Class of 2025, this is only the prologue. “Continue to dream boldly, persevere fiercely, and hold tightly to your purpose.”
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, Parkland
Valedictorian: Adam Shaikh
Hometown: Parkland
GPA: 5.46
Accomplishments: Brian Piccolo Scholar-Athlete Award; placed Top 3 in research competition at FSU College of Medicine Summer Institute; scored in 99th percentile on National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test; AP Capstone Diploma; AP Scholar with Distinction
Planned college: University of Florida
Salutatorian: Preeti Kumar
Hometown: Parkland
GPA: 5.44
Accomplishments: Recognition at DECA International Career Development Conference for professional selling event presentation; Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital toy donation drives; 550+ service hours
Planned college: Cornell University
McArthur High School, Hollywood
Valedictorian: Cindy Chu
Hometown: Hollywood
GPA: 5.2154
Accomplishments: Valedictorian since freshman year; Dartmouth Book Club Award; Cambridge Diploma with Merit; NHS, SGA, BAND, CLASS and AICE Leadership; BAND president; Class of 2025 treasurer
Planned college: Florida International University
Inspirational quote: “Get stuff done now so that I’ll have more time to myself later.”
Salutatorian: Vashti Chinkoo
Hometown: Pembroke Pines
GPA: 5.204
Accomplishments: 4,600 community service hours; first-generation high school graduate; NHS president and parliamentarian of SNHS; member of five academic organizations; Early Admission graduate
Planned college: Florida International University
Inspirational quote: “Life is a succession of lessons, which must be lived to be understood.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson
Millennium 6-12 Collegiate Academy, Tamarac
Valedictorian: Mai Huynh
Hometown: Miramar
GPA: 5.5342
Accomplishments: Health Information Project vice president; started Crochet Club in National Honor Society; led Gardening Committee; Associate of Arts degree with Honors from Broward College
Planned college: University of Miami
Inspirational quote: “I’m doing the best I can with what I got.” — Jerry Cantrell
Salutatorian: Abdul Shaik
Hometown: Tamarac
GPA: 5.5000
Accomplishments: Dual Enrollment at Broward College; National Honor Society; Key Club; Swim Team
Planned college: Nova Southeastern University
Inspirational quote: “Success is not just about achieving goals, but also about inspiring others along the way.” — Zig Ziglar
Miramar High School
Valedictorian: Adharsh Mathew
Hometown: Davie
GPA: 5.53
Accomplishments: Volunteer work at Memorial Hospital West for two years; competed in 2025 Envirothon; competed in 2025 “Wall of Winds” engineering competition; Florida Academic Scholar Award; Bright Futures scholarship
Planned college: University of Florida
Salutatorian: Manuel Jose Diaz
Hometown: Hollywood
GPA: 5.43
Accomplishments: Bright Futures; IB Diploma
Planned college: University of Florida
Monarch High School, Coconut Creek
Valedictorian: Emily Baker
Hometown: Deerfield Beach
GPA: 5.59
Accomplishments: AICE Diploma with Merit; Gold Biliteracy Seal; Industry Certification Designation Diploma; AP Stats Honor Award
Planned college: Florida State University
Inspirational quote: “Only way to live is to grow.”
Salutatorian: Catherine Pang
Hometown: Coconut Creek
GPA: 5.56
Accomplishments: AICE Diploma with Merit
Planned college: University of Florida
North Broward Preparatory School, Coconut Creek
Valedictorian: Ella Rosen
Hometown: Boca Raton
HPA: 5.21
Accomplishments: JARC program teaching about civic engagement to adults with disabilities; reinstated Boca’s youth subcommittee; Miami Herald Silver Knight Honorable Mention for Social Science; IB Diploma Candidate
Planned college: Duke University
Inspirational quote: “All dreams are within reach. All you have to do is keep moving toward them.” — Viola Davis
Salutatorian: Jarred Ameen
Hometown: Parkland
HPA: 5.18
Accomplishments: National Honor Society president; IB Diploma Candidate; Interact Club president; captain of Varsity Ice Hockey Team; four-time Varsity Ice Hockey State Championship winner; founded/oversaw Dance Marathon Executive Board; Psychology Club vice president; Miami Herald Silver Knight Honorable Mention for General Scholarship; University of Rochester Bausch and Lomb Science Award
Planned college: Vanderbilt University
Inspirational quote: “It’s what you do when nobody is looking.”
Northeast High School, Oakland Park
Valedictorian: Nancy Keila Ordonez Miranda
Hometown: Oakland Park
GPA: 5.4000
Accomplishments: Straight A Honor Roll all four years; Cambridge AICE Diploma recipient; QuestBridge National College Match finalist
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Happiness is the real sense of fulfillment that comes from hard work.” — Joseph
Barbara
Salutatorian: Aliyah Marie Fano
Hometown: Fort Lauderdale
GPA: 5.1935
Accomplishments: Cambridge AICE Diploma recipient; Northeast Senior Hall of Fame; Magnet Program Completer; Straight A Honor Roll
Planned college: Broward College
Inspirational quote: “Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift, that is why it is called the present.” — Grand Master Oogway (“Kung Fu Panda”)
Nova High School, Davie
Valedictorian: Marina Makary
Hometown: Hollywood
GPA: 5.6322
Accomplishments: Horatio Alger Scholarship recipient
Planned college: Nova Southeastern University
Salutatorian: Noriah Joseph
Hometown: North Lauderdale
GPA: 5.5758
Accomplishments: AICE Diploma recipient
Planned college: University of South Florida
NSU University School, Davie
Valedictorian: Ariana Intsiful
Hometown: Fort Lauderdale
GPA: 4.28
HPA: 5.05
Accomplishments: Miami Herald Silver Knight nominee (General Scholarship category); published in research paper on Yoga Nidra in Research in Therapeutic Sciences journal; NICU Literacy & Love founder; president of HOSA, Diversity Club and National Science Bowl; vice president of Senior Service for National Honor Society; event coordinator for Black Student Alliance; secretary for STEMINA (Girls Who Code); Harvard Prize Book award winner; National African American Recognition and National Hispanic Recognition recipient; Outstanding Mathematics Scholar (two years in a row); HOSA Public Service Announcement 2024 State Leadership Conference third place (International Qualifier)
Planned college: Yale University
Inspirational quote: “For all the kids out there who dream the impossible, you can do it too.” — Lewis Hamilton
Salutatorian: Lucy Crawford
Hometown: Lighthouse Point
GPA: 4.28
HPA: 5.02
Accomplishments: National Merit Commended Scholar; third place in HOSA PSA at state level; Gold Barbara James Service Award for commitment to medical service; National Marrow Donor Program Service Project Award; Florida Scholastic Press Association Best-of-the-Best Deadline Film Scene Challenge; Broward County Pinnacle Award; Scholastic Art and Writing Gold Key and American Voice Nominee for Personal Essay; incorporated fentanyl overdose recognition and response into school’s yearly staff training agenda
Planned college: Rice University
Inspirational quote: “If it makes you nervous, you’re doing it right.” — Donald Glover
Pembroke Pines Charter High School
Valedictorian: Annabelle Acevedo
Hometown: Pembroke Pines
GPA: 3.98
HPA: 5.69
Accomplishments: Coca-Cola Scholarship semifinalist; Silver Knight Honorable Mention in Science Category; National Merit finalist; HOSA president; Spanish National Honor Society president; Science Olympiad co-president
Planned college: Washington University in St. Louis
Inspirational quote: “A goal without a plan is just a wish.” — Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Salutatorian: Fabrizio Cioffi
Hometown: Miramar
GPA: 3.94
HPA: 5.63
Accomplishments: Science National Honor Society president; Pickleball Club co-founder; HOSA Competitions and Events coordinator; HIP corresponding secretary; Memorial Hospital Miramar volunteer
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “If you only do what you can do, you will never be more than what you are now.” — Master Shifu (Kung Fu Panda 3)
Pine Crest School, Fort Lauderdale
Valedictorian: William Marks
Hometown: Greenwich, Connecticut; Fort Lauderdale
Accomplishments: Cum Laude Honor Society; AP Scholar with Distinction; National Merit finalist; U.S. Presidential Scholar candidate; National Beta Club, Science, English, Mu Alpha Theta Math, Rho Kappa Social Sciences and National Latin honor societies; University of Chicago Book Award; KinetiCharge co-founder; Varsity Debate Team captain; president of FIRST Tech Challenge Team 10130 Crown Joules; president of Mock Trial Team; editor-in-chief of Pine Crest Law Review; Pioneer Research Scholar
Planned college: University of Chicago
Inspirational quote: “Not all those who wander are lost.” — J.R.R. Tolkien
Salutatorian: Ashwin Chawla
Hometown: Boca Raton
Accomplishments: Two-time FHSAA Tennis State Champion; National Merit finalist; National Beta Club Scholarship recipient; Cum Laude Honor Society; AP Scholar with Distinction; Florida Junior Academy of Sciences Award recipient; Johns Hopkins Book Award recipient; First Team Doubles All-County (Tennis); Honorable Mention Singles All-County; Science, Mu Alpha Theta Math, French, Rho Kappa National Social Studies and English honor societies; Pine Crest Science Research Program
Planned college: Duke University
Inspirational quote: “Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly.” — Robert F. Kennedy
Piper High School, Sunrise
Valedictorian: Laura Morejon Rodriguez
Hometown: Sunrise
GPA: 5.38
Accomplishments: Debate Team president; commission intern for city of Sunrise; Bank of America Student Leader
Planned college: University of Pennsylvania
Salutatorian: Louisena Jules
Hometown: North Lauderdale
GPA: 5.37
Accomplishments: Senior Class president; Outstanding Senior Leader; FEA vice president; Mu Alpha Theta secretary
Planned college: Davidson College
Inspirational quote: “Take chances and believe in the possibility.”
Plantation High School
Valedictorian: Stella Seamon
Hometown: Wilton Manors
GPA: 5.632
Accomplishments: Best Buddies president; BCFEA president; Key Club vice president; Class of 2025 vice president
Planned college: Mount Holyoke College
Inspirational quote: “When given the choice between being right, and being kind, always choose to be kind … kinder than is necessary.” — “Wonder,” R.J. Palacio
Salutatorian: Rohit Chathoth
Hometown: Sunrise
GPA: 5.626
Accomplishments: Two-time DECA international qualifier; four-time DECA state qualifier
Planned college: University of Florida
Pompano Beach High School
Valedictorian: Joseph Calderon
Hometown: Margate
GPA: 5.5739
Accomplishments: AP Scholar with Distinction; Model United Nations; National Technology Honor Society; Debate; Mu Alpha Theta
Planned college: Duke University
Salutatorian: September Jiang
Hometown: Parkland
GPA: 5.5625
Accomplishments: AP Scholar with Distinction; National Honor Society president; PBHS Mentoring president; JLAB Academic Bowl National Championship qualifier
Planned college: Harvard University
Seagull Alternative High School, Fort Lauderdale
Valedictorian: Demetri Villiers
Hometown: Sunrise
GPA (weighted): 3.79
Accomplishments: Top 2%; Honor Roll recipient; Outstanding Student
Planned college: Florida Memorial University
Inspirational quote: “Be yourself because everyone else is already taken.”
Salutatorian: Olivia Karma Cullen
Hometown: Davie
GPA (weighted): 3.175
Accomplishments: Top 2%; SGA president; Women of Tomorrow; Outstanding Senior Leader Award; 250+ community service hours; Honor Roll recipient
Planned college: Valencia College
Inspirational quote: “Risk is better than regret.”
Sheridan Technical High School, Fort Lauderdale
Valedictorian: Igor Reyes
Hometown: Hollywood
GPA: 5.1972
Accomplishments: Skills USA; first in State and Nationals Qualifier for Inter-Networking; Business Professionals of America, third place at Nationals; Blue and Gold Scholarship from FIU
Planned college: Florida International University
Inspirational quote: “Keep casting even when the waters seem rough.”
Salutatorian: Keylissa Soljour
Hometown: Miramar
GPA: 5.16
Accomplishments: Earned Registered Medical Assistant Certification; Class of 2025 treasurer; NHS; SGA; Black Student Union; Top 5% of graduating class
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Just remember, life goes on.”
Somerset Academy Charter High School, Pembroke Pines
Valedictorian: Brandon Delgado Serrano
Hometown: Miramar
GPA: 3.97
HPA: 5.6
Accomplishments: AP Capstone Diploma; AICE Diploma with Distinction; Wrestling Team captain; Mu Alpha Theta; Science National Honor Society
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “The best part of failing is the chance to try again.”
Salutatorian: Olivia D’Sa
Hometown: Miramar
GPA: 3.9
HPA: 5.56
Accomplishments: AP Scholar with Distinction; Outstanding Cambridge Learner Award; AICE Cambridge Diploma with Merit; Florida Academic Scholars Award; Associates of Arts Diploma from Broward College and Doral College Summa Cum Laude; Silver Cord recipient; 100+ volunteer hours at Memorial Hospital; National Honor Society secretary; co-founder and president of Desi Student Association; Student Government Association board member; manager for Varsity Tennis Team and Varsity Girls Soccer Team
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Never be limited by other people’s limited imaginations.”
Somerset Arts Conservatory, Pembroke Pines
Valedictorian: Anthony Aparicio Banegas
Hometown: Pembroke Pines
GPA: 3.9041
HPA: 5.4932
Accomplishments: AA Graduate at Doral and Broward colleges; AICE Diploma recipient
Planned college: University of Central Florida
Inspirational quote: “Don’t watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going.” — Sam Levenson
Salutatorian: Valentina Granda
Hometown: Miramar
GPA: 3.97
HPA: 5.46
Accomplishments: AP Scholar with Honors Award; Outstanding Cambridge Learners Award; National Hispanic Recognition Award; Seal of Biliteracy; National First Generation Recognition Award; Florida Bright Futures; AA Diploma from Broward College; AA Diploma Summa Cum Laude from Doral College; National Spanish Honor Society historian; Silver Cord recipient; Girls JV Volleyball Coach’s Award; National Honor Society; Mu Alpha Theta; Science National Honor Society; HOPE
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”
Somerset Preparatory Academy, North Lauderdale
Valedictorian: Eminet Rios Herculano
Hometown: North Lauderdale
GPA: 3.8471
HPA: 4.9529
Accomplishments: Associate of Arts from Broward College; 4.0 college GPA; first-generation college student
Planned college: Florida International University
Inspirational quote: “With the grace of God and all that is good, you will succeed!”
Salutatorian: Haide Gonzalez Mendoza
Hometown: North Lauderdale
GPA: 3.8049
HPA: 4.8963
Accomplishments: Associates of Arts from Broward College; first-generation college student
Planned college: Florida Atlantic University
Inspirational quote: “Learn, adapt, overcome, with hard work, will lead to great success.”
South Broward High School, Hollywood
Valedictorian: Daniel Reynolds
Hometown: Miramar
GPA: 5.567
Accomplishments: Mu Alpha Theta co-president; Social Studies Honor Society co-president; QuestBridge College Prep Scholar; QuestBridge National College Match Scholarship recipient; Gates Scholarship semifinalist; AP Scholar Award; AICE Diploma with Merit
Planned college: Duke University
Inspirational quote: “If you want [something] done well, do it yourself.” — Napoleon Bonaparte
Salutatorian: Vincent Walters
Hometown: Hollywood
GPA: 5.464
Accomplishments: Founder and owner of Ravin Junk Solutions, a licensed and insured junk removal and moving company serving South Florida
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “I’m honored to be named salutatorian, and I am thankful to all those who have supported me along the way.”
South Plantation High School
Valedictorian: Genevieve Gall
Hometown: Plantation
GPA: 5.385
Accomplishments: Water Polo All-Star Game; National Honor Society; Class of 2025 treasurer
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Live for today, plan for tomorrow, party tonight.” — Drake
Salutatorian: Kamil San Miguel Rosario
Hometown: Plantation
GPA: 5.291
Accomplishments: HOSA member; ER Ambassador; Magnet completer; Volleyball team member; AICE program completer; Beach Volleyball team member
Planned college: Florida International University
Inspirational quote: “High school was interesting, 10 out of 10.”
St. Thomas Aquinas High School, Fort Lauderdale
Valedictorian: Sebastian Diaz
Hometown: Fort Lauderdale
GPA (weighted): 5.49
GPA (unweighted): 3.95
Accomplishments: Merit Scholar; Silver Knight nominee; AP Scholar with Distinction; National Hispanic Scholar; Harvard Book Award recipient; Science Olympiad Optics winner; director of outreach for Mu Alpha Theta; co-president of Aquinas Kindness; National Honor Society; Science Honor Society; Rho Kappa; Gardening Club; created solar irrigation system adopted by Davie Town Council; captain of STA’s Wrestling Team
Planned college: Johns Hopkins University
Salutatorian: Chase Carroll
Hometown: Hollywood
GPA (weighted): 5.46
GPA (unweighted): 4.0
Accomplishments: National Merit Finalist; AP Scholar with Distinction; Veritas Scholar, earning Principal’s Honor Roll all four years; co-vice president of STEM Club; senior officer of Marine Biology Club; historian of Mu Alpha Theta; president of National Science Honor Society; National Honor Society; Rho Kappa; five other honor societies; All-Broward, All-State and Academic All-American Soccer; 500+ service hours; founded a tutoring business; interned at Miami EdTech
Planned college: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Stranahan High School, Fort Lauderdale
Valedictorian: Nandita Arjune
Hometown: Pembroke Pines
GPA: 5.3671
Accomplishments: Associate degree; SkillsUSA and SECME Competition (14 gold medals, four silver, three bronze, nine certifications)
Planned college: Harvard University
Inspirational quote: “Where determination is predominant, failure cannot dismantle the flag of success.” — Oliver Goldsmith
Salutatorian: Muntasir Aubak
Hometown: Pembroke Pines
GPA: 5.2027
Accomplishments: First place Plywood; six Industry Certification; straight A’s all four years
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “The man of tomorrow is determined by the battles of today.” — Muntasir Aubak
West Broward High School, Pembroke Pines
Valedictorian: Nicolas Posada Tamayo
Hometown: Pembroke Pines
GPA: 5.525974
Accomplishments: Gold Seal of Biliteracy; Charity for Champions; Academic Award Winner; National Merit Commended Scholar; College Board Advanced Placement International Scholar
Planned college: University of Chicago
Inspirational quote: “Nothing changes if nothing changes.”
Salutatorian: Isabella Adkins
Hometown: Pembroke Pines
GPA: 5.4
Accomplishments: National Merit Commended; EMT State Qualifier for HOSA; AICE Diploma with Distinction; Certified BLS Provider; EMR; CMAA; AP Scholar with Honor; HOSA co-president; Science National Honor Society secretary; Science Olympiad secretary
Planned college: Florida State University
Inspirational quote: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” — Eleanor Roosevelt
Western High School, Davie
Valedictorian: Joshua Franco
Hometown: Davie
GPA: 5.6765
Accomplishments: John V. Lombardi Scholar; UF University Research Scholars Program; UF Honors Program; Rensselaer Medal recipient; AICE Diploma with Distinction; Lead Student Ambassador of Western STEM Summer Institute; Computer Science Club president; Robotics Club Team
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” — Theodore Roosevelt
Salutatorian: Sahirah Palma
Hometown: Davie
GPA: 5.6484
Accomplishments: AP Scholar with Distinction; AICE Diploma with Merit; College Board National Hispanic Recognition Program; Admission into UF Honors Program and Scholarship; College Board National First Generation Recognition Program; Computer Science Club vice president
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “You have something called determination. So if you hold on, if you do what’s in your heart, I believe you can do the right thing.” — Sans (“Undertale”)
Westminster Academy, Fort Lauderdale
Valedictorian: Samantha Omslaer
Hometown: Pompano Beach
GPA: 4.00
HPA: 4.70
Accomplishments: National Honor Society treasurer; Student Council treasurer (freshman year); participated in Florida Girls Giving Back (2022-2025); representative at Harvard Model Congress; AP Capstone Diploma; AP Scholar with Distinction Award; AP Calculus Award for Excellence; Varsity Volleyball since eighth grade; Travel Volleyball (2021-2023); veterinary internship at Ramblewood Animal Hospital
Planned college: University of Florida
Inspirational quote: “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.” — Isaiah 43:2
Salutatorian: Thomas Breza
Hometown: Lighthouse Point
GPA: 4.00
HPA: 4.67
Accomplishments: Over 500 service hours; AP Scholar with Distinction; AP Capstone Diploma; scholar athlete award; Varsity Swim Team; president of Pre-Med Club; chairman for Alzheimer’s Center Walk for National Honors Society 2024-25; member of National Latin Honor Society; magna cum laude in National Latin Exam 2022 and 2024; Westminster Academy Student Ambassador; straight-A average; Westminster’s LeRoy P. Schwab Christian Leadership Award winner; St. Coleman’s Church student lector
Planned college: University of Notre Dame
Inspirational quote: “Virtue is nothing without the trial of temptation, for there is no conflict without an enemy, no victory without strife.” — St. Leo the Great
Whispering Pines School, Miramar
Valedictorian: Benjamin Brown
Hometown: Davie
GPA: 3.82
Accomplishments: SGA vice president; World Champion Mario Kart 8 Esports team; App Challenge winner
Planned college: Dual enrollment at Sheridan Technical College
William T. McFatter Technical High School, Davie
Valedictorian: Sebastian Verde
Hometown: Hallandale Beach
GPA: 5.39
Accomplishments: AP Scholar with Honor; AP Scholar with Distinction; National Hispanic Recognition; National First-Generation Recognition; Model UN Awards at Nova Southeastern and FIU; BPA awards at regional, state and national level; Harvard Book Award
Planned college: Northwestern University
Salutatorian: Eliana Gonzalez
Hometown: Davie
GPA: 5.33
Accomplishments: SGA president; NHS vice president; certified in CMAA, EKG tech, phlebotomy tech, pharmacy tech; working on a research paper to be published; shipped about 100 items of mobility assistive equipment to Venezuela
Planned college: Boston College
Inspirational quote: “Bitterness keeps you from flying; always stay humble and kind.” — Tim McGraw