Meet the 2022

Oct 22, 2023

Here is a list of Top Scholars of the 2022-2023 graduating class for schools in Oakland County.

ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART

Parents: George and Christina Kucy

Troy

A 4.03 GPA and valedictorian, Dianna was class officer all four years of high school, named Top 5 Best Technical Soccer Player in the USA, was a member of the National's 05 Girls Academy Elite Soccer Travel Team and the US Youth National Futsal Soccer Team, received multiple National Soccer titles, and plans to attend John Hopkins University to play soccer and study medicine.

BERKLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Robert and Lesli Wyatt

Huntington Woods

A 4.49 student, Garrett graduated summa cum laude, has been a member of National Honor Society, participated in community service work, and plans to study aerospace engineering at Purdue University.

BERKLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Milton and Cheryl Kovinsky

Huntington Woods

With a 4.49 GPA, Max graduated summa cum laude, has been a member of the National Honor Society, participated in community service work and plans to study aerospace engineering at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.

BERKLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Michelle and Glenn

Huntington Woods

A 4.46 student, Sarah graduated summa cum laude, participated in National Honor Society, and plans to study economics in the environment and English and social entrepreneurship at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

BERKLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Parent: Anne Macaulay

Oak Park

A 4.43 student, Iris graduated summa cum laude, was a member of the National Honor Society, participated in community service work and plans to study genetics and pre-dental at Michigan State University Honors College where she received a full scholarship.

BERKLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Guillermo and Aura Cazares

Berkley

A 4.39 student, Sofia graduated summa cum laude, was a member of the National Honor Society and plans to study art and design and social sciences at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.

BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Parents: Paul and Cindy Willette

Sterling Heights

A 4.0 student, Monica was named valedictorian, participated in band, choir, orchestra, (violin) and handbells, sang in the church choir and played handbells. A member of school sports’ teams for volleyball, basketball and soccer, and played in the city soccer league.

BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Parents: Onofre and Joy Domingo

Troy

A 3.98 GPA and salutatorian, Timothy was a member of the sports teams for soccer, basketball, wrestling and baseball. Timothy participated in band (trumpet), choir, orchestra (violin) and handbells, and played trumpet in the church orchestra.

BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Jeffrey Hart and Jennifer Hart

Ortonville

A 4.38 student, Andrew was named valedictorian, ranked No. 1 in his class and was a National Merit Finalist. Andrew participated in Varsity Tennis and JV Golf, was captain of the Quiz Bowl team, treasurer of the National Honor Society, won statewide in Business Professionals of America and plans to study Actuarial Science at Michigan State University.

BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Jason and Michelle Bobel

Clarkston

A 4.26 student, Katelyn was named salutatorian and ranked No. 2 in her class. Katelyn was a member of the band as an alto saxophonist, the color guard team, the school's robotics team, and was a thrower for the girls’ track team. Plans to attend Michigan State University to study Social Relations and Policy in the James Madison College.

BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Rob and Beth Bluthardt

Bloomfield Hills

Blake was named a valedictorian and was awarded the Brother Norbert B. Hueller CFC Valedictory Medal for Excellence and was a WXYZ Brightest & Best Honoree. Blake played varsity football and varsity baseball and was awarded sports honors; served as vice president of the National Honor Society chapter, participated in Spanish Honor Society and Quiz Bowl, served as a peer tutor, volunteered at St. Hugo of the Hills, and plans to attend the University of Notre Dame, Pre-Med.

BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Mason and Lori Capitani

Bloomfield Hills

Michael was named a valedictorian and was awarded the Brother Norbert B. Hueller CFC Valedictory Medal for Excellence, AP Scholar with Honor, HOSA Medical Math Regional Top Ten Finalist, Academic Varsity Letter, FIRST Robotics District Engineering Inspiration Award and a Scholastic All Catholic Award. Michael participated as Co-Consul for the Latin Honors Society, Drivetrain Subteam Lead and Operator of Mech Warriors Robotics, delegate for Model United Nations, leader of Engineering Club, a student ambassador, student leader for Kairos, ClubQuiz Bowl, Human Rights Club, mentor for FIRST Lego League. Michael volunteered for Peer Tutoring, Habitat for Humanity, John Evan Cash Foundation 5, Meals on Wheels and Forgotten Harvest, and plans to study mechanical engineering at the University of Michigan.

BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Craig and Jennifer Frohock

Bloomfield Hills

Ryan was named a valedictorian and received the Brother Norbert B. Hueller CFC Valedictory Medal for Excellence. Ryan was a National Merit Commended Scholar, AP Scholar with Distinction, Academic All-Catholic League, CORE Student Leader Chess Club president, Christ Child Program leader, Kairos student leader Spanish Honor Society vice-president and Varsity Basketball captain. Ryan participated in Human Rights Club, National Honor Society, Latin Honor Society, open house student ambassador, volunteered for the Great Farmington Cleanup and plans to attend the University of Michigan, Ross School of Business.

BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Patrick and Amanda McGrath

Franklin

Declan was named a valedictorian and received the Brother Norbert B. Hueller CFC Valedictory Medal for Excellence. Declan was historian of the National Honor Society chapter, co-consul of Latin Honor Society, president of the Engineering Club, head delegate of Model United Nations, president of Warriors Against Waste, member of Mech Warriors Robotics and Quiz Bowl, received a FIRST Robotics District Engineering Inspiration Award, volunteered for Adopt-a-Road, Rouge River Clean Up, Henry Ford Maker Faire, Walk for Wishes, Relay for Life, Forgotten Harvest and was an altar server. Plans to attend the University of Michigan, to study mechanical engineering.

BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Stephen and Jenifer McNulty

Bloomfield Hills

Christian was named a valedictorian and received the Brother Norbert B. Hueller CFC Valedictory Medal for Excellence, AP Scholar with Distinction award, National Latin Exam (magna cum laude), and 2023 Distinguished Senior Award. Christian was a Scholar Athlete in tennis and a member of the Lacrosse team, All-American, All-Academic and 1st Team All-State. Christian served as president of the school's National Honor Society chapter, was president of the Chess Club and was a member of the Latin Honor Society, Human Rights Club, CORE Student Leader, and served as a Christ Child Program leader and volunteered with Missionaries of Charity. Plans to attend the University of Notre Dame to study finance.

BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Bill and Heather Venner

Bloomfield Twp.

William was named a valedictorian and received the Brother Norbert B. Hueller CFC Valedictory Medal for Excellence, the Scholastic All-Catholic award, Scholar-Athlete Award in football and an Academic Varsity Letter for football and baseball. William was a member of the National Honor Society, Latin Honor Society, Investment Club, CORE Student Leader and volunteered for Free Bikes 4Kids, peer tutoring, and as a Christ Child Program leader. Plans to attend the University of Notre Dame to study finance.

BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Sam and Christina Yono

West Bloomfield Twp.

Jacob was named a valedictorian at Brother Rice High School and received the Brother Norbert B. Hueller CFC Valedictory Medal for Excellence and an AP Scholar with Distinction award. Jacob was treasurer of the school's National Honor Society chapter, president of the Spanish Honor Society, and vice-president of the Medical Club. Jacob participated in Varsity Golf and Varsity Tennis, volunteered for Forgotten Harvest and the Frozen Fish Fiasco, and plans to attend the University of Notre Dame to study business.

BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Kathryn and Donald Kowalewski

Bloomfield Hills

James was named salutatorian and received the Brother Norbert B. Hueller CFC Salutatory Medal for Excellence. James was a member of the National Honor Society, Medical Club and Quiz Bowl, participated in Varsity Soccer and Varsity Track and volunteered for Lighthouse and Forgotten Harvest. Plans to attend Michigan State University to study Human Bio/Pre-Med.

CLARKSTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Richard and Elizabeth Carter

Clarkston

A 4.452 student, Griffin received a Michigan Achievement Scholarship, was treasurer for the school's National Honor Society chapter, and plans to attend Cornell University to study Computer Science.

CLARKSTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Jason and Reba Issac

Clarkston

A 4.327 student at Clarkston High School, Lauren has been a member of the National Honor Society, served as treasurer for the Clarkston Drama Club, 2021-2023, and plans to attend the University of Michigan to study Data Science.

CLARKSTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Ed Speer and Robin Chamberlain-Speer

Davisburg

A 4.326 student at Clarkston High School, Katherine was a member of the National Honor Society, served as Drama Club Secretary, and plans to attend Columbia University and major in Environmental Science.

CLARKSTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Jeffrey and Carolyn Savoie

Clarkston

A 4.320 student at Clarkston High School, Phoebe served as president of the school's Science Club, was president of the school's Business Professionals of America chapter and was a member of the National Honor Society. Plans to attend Cornell University to study Human Biology, Health, and Society (Pre-Med) with minors in Spanish and Economics.

CLARKSTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Michael and Jean Simmons

Clarkston

A 4.319 student at Clarkston High School, Hayden received the Rose Hulman Noblitt Scholarship and the Carleton Scholarship. Hayden served as president, founder of the school's Science Club (2022-23), co-president of the school's National Honor Society chapter, (2022-23), and was a member of Astronomy Club (2021-22) and was a Home Group Leader. Plans to attend Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology to major in Physics/Engineering.

CLARKSTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Tod Sharad

Clarkston

A 4.310 student, Leah has been a member of the National Honor Society and plans to attend the University of Michigan to study Biomedical Engineering.

CLARKSTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Christopher and Amy Hohlbein

Clarkston

A 4.302 student, Micaela received an academic scholarship, has been a member of the National Honor Society, and plans to attend Albion University to study Biology and Spanish.

CLARKSTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Daniel and Christina Simon

Clarkston

A 4.288 student, Abigail served as co-president of the school's Debate Club, treasurer of the school's PEACE Club and vice president of the German Club. Abigail was a member of the German National Language Honor Society and the National Honor Society, and plans to attend the University of Michigan to study Cognitive Science.

CLARKSTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Philip and Mary

Clarkston

A 4.281 student, Katherine received academic scholarships, was a member of the National Honor Society, and plans to attend Depauw University in Greencastle, Indiana.

CLARKSTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Andrew and Jessica Brennecke

Lake Orion

A 4.280 student, Megann served as the school's French Club executive board officer and plans to attend the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business to major in International Business.

DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Yong Kil and Ju Paek

Novi

With a cumulative GPA of 4.931, Andrew was a National Merit Finalist and received the AP Scholar with Honor Award, Academic Achievement Department Awards, the Rensselaer Medal Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement in Mathematics and Science; the President's Silver Volunteer Service Award (for 176 hours of service), the Good Citizenship Citation (Michigan Boys State – American Legion, Department of Michigan), first place in the American Legion Department of Michigan Oratorical Contest, and as editor-in-chief of the school newspaper his senior year, received a Detroit News/CATCH Outstanding High School Graduate in Journalism award. Andrew was First Chair String Cellist during his junior and senior years, was a member and tutor for the National Honor Society, vice president of HOSA – Future Health Professionals, and earned a 4th Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo. Plans to attend the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, majoring in Psychology/Neuroscience with a Pre-Med focus.

DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: David and Thuy Creen

Ann Arbor

With a cumulative 4.921 GPA, David was a National Merit Finalist and was honored with an AP Scholar with Distinction award, a Harvard Book Award and Gabriel Richard Night Departmental Award – Top science award winner 2019 and 2021. David participated in First Robotics, Kairos, Marching Band, Finance Club as president, HOSA and National Honor Society as tutor, Boy Scouts (Eagle Scout), volunteered for the Prescription Drug Take Back Day and St. Andrew's homeless breakfast service, and served an internship at University of Michigan lab. Plans to attend Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology to study chemical engineering with the goal to attend graduate school.

DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Todd and Anna Barnaby

Commerce Township

A 4.697 student, Nicholas participated in Ski Team (captain), Symphonic Band, Jazz Band and National Honor Society, and plans to attend the University of Michigan Ann Arbor to study Electrical Engineering.

DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Matthew and Jennifer Bianchi

Northville

A 4.661 GPA student, Andrew participated in Marching/Symphonic Band, FIRST Robotics, Rocks Vitae Leader and Kairos Leader, and plans to attend the University of Michigan Ann Arbor to study Electrical Engineering.

DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Nabil and Nahla Chalhoub

Canton Twp.

A 4.795 GPA student, Anthony participated in Band, Academic Team, Yearbook, Rocks Vitae, Kairos, Spanish Club and Honors Society, National Honors Society and Finance Club, and plans to attend the University of Michigan Ann Arbor to major in Computer Science.

DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Robert and Cheri Delyon

Highland Twp.

A 4.824 GPA student, Tyler participated on the Cross Country Team for four years, earring a Varsity letter, Track and Field, Volleyball, intramural basketball and participated in the March for Life with the Rocks Vitae club. Plans to attend Ave Maria University, Benedictine College, to study Biology Pre-Med.

DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Michael and Maureen Kinsella

White Lake Twp.

A 4.854 student, Aidan participated in marching band, symphonic band and jazz band and was elected band president; DECA executive board member and state finalist, Finance Club member, Shamrock United Network broadcasting club anchor, JV Lacrosse and Varsity Rugby, and plans to attend the University of Michigan Ann Arbor, majoring in Business.

DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Jeff and Jen Martin

South Lyon

A 4.690 student, Luke participated in tennis, newspaper, boardercross, National Honors Society, Spanish Honors Society and yearbook, and plans to attend the University of Michigan Ann Arbor.

DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Patrick and Marnie Michel

Milford

A 4.667 GPA student, Patrick participated in cross country, wrestling, FIRST Robotics, HOSA, yearbook, National Honors Society and debate, and plans to attend Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, majoring in Chemical Engineering.

DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Jill and Lawrence Stopczynski

Milford

A 4.839 GPA student, Joseph participated in cross country, lacrosse, track, yearbook, Latin Club and HOSA, and plans to attend the University of Michigan Ann Arbor, majoring in Data Science.

FARMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Ravindra and Vijaya Nimmagadda

Farmington Hills

With an unweighted GPA of 4.0 and a weighted GPA of 4.938, Srihitha was National Merit Commended and received an AP Scholar Award and an Academic Letter Award for GPA of 3.5 or above (10th-11th grade). Srihitha was a member of HOSA-Future Health Professionals throughout high school and received a Certificate of Excellence from School Board and District Superintendent for a HOSA community awareness campaign. Srihitha received a Scholar Athlete Award for tennis and was a member of Link Crew, Key Club and IB Leadership. Plans to attend the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor to study at the College of Engineering.

FARMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Allen Pan and Catherine Mao

Farmington Hills

With an unweighted GPA of 4.0 and a weighted GPA of 4.575, Amy is an IB Diploma Program student and Student Round Table president. Amy participates in Competitive Swimming (four-time USA Swimming Scholastic All-America and plans to attend Northwestern University and major in chemistry on a pre-med track, and was recruited for the Northwestern University Swim and Dive team.

FARMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Shashank and Damini Tilwankar

Farmington Hills

With an unweighted GPA of 4.0 and a weighted GPA of 4.4054, Prachi was a National Merit Finalist, AP Scholar with Distinction, and received the Acorn Award for Exemplary Volunteerism. Prachi participated in HOSA-Future Health Professionals and was a gold medalist at the HOSA State Leadership Conference last year; served as vice president of the school's NHS chapter; was a first division rating winner at the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association Festival for Orchestra; participated in Link Crew and PTSA Student Leaders; and practices Taekwondo. Plans to attend the University of Michigan College of Engineering in the fall, and is considering a major in biomedical engineering or data science.

FARMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Kishore and Sujatha Tammineedi

Farmington Hills

With an unweighted GPA of 3.9756 and a weighted GPA of 4.5793, Pranav was vice president of the Student Round Table and an International Baccalaureate Diploma Program student. Pranav participated in Varsity Tennis, Track and Field and plans to attend the University of Michigan- Ross School of Business, to study finance.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Tony and Kate Aquilina

Royal Oak

With a weighted GPA of 4.88 and an unweighted GPA of 4.0, Isabelle won the International Academy's Visual Arts Department Award and was selected as a National Merit Finalist. Isabelle was captain of the Royal Oak Cross Country Team and ran club and school track, with a league title in 2021 and is also a member of the Spanish Honor Society and National Art Honor Society board. Plans to attend the University of Michigan for Chemical Engineering with a minor in Spanish.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Meenakshi and Mahesh Dakarapu

Bloomfield Hills

With a 4.4 weighted GPA and an unweighted GPA of 4.0, Tanay was named a valedictorian. Along with being an intern contributing to collegiate-level research in genetics, Tanay was a National Merit Scholar, Presidential Volunteer, was recognized as a "Genes in Space" Research Competition Honorable Mention, a Coca-Cola Scholarship Semifinalist, Science Olympiad State Finalist, MMPC qualifier, and NFMC awardee and MSBOA State-level "Outstanding" performer in piano. Plans to attend the University of Michigan, to pursue biomedical engineering and to later attend medical school, contributing to the medical field in research and practice.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: J.V. and Michelle de la Fuente

Rochester Hills

With a 4.39 weighted GPA. Margaret was named a valedictorian and has been recognized as a U.S. Presidential Scholars Candidate and a National Merit Finalist. Margaret received the Presidential Volunteer Service Award and the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Award. Plans to attend Dartmouth College to study Environmental Science and Public Policy, and afterward to attend law school and become an environmental lawyer.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Jacob and Leslie Farmer

Lake Orion

With a 4.00 unweighted GPA and a 4.47 weighted GPA, Owen also held the positions of Biology Club President and National Honor Society Board Member and was a member of the Lake Orion High School Varsity Soccer Team. Plans to attend the University of Alabama on a full-ride academic scholarship where he will major in Biology and also earn a Master of Business Administration, and eventually go on to medical school and is considering a career in dermatology.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Jennifer and Adam Henry

Rochester Hills

A 4.0 student, Legacy was named a valedictorian. Legacy has participated in bowling and tennis and volunteers for Habitat for Humanity and the Rochester/Auburn Hills Youth Action Council. Plans to attend Vanderbilt University to study engineering.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Shilpa and Ranjit Jain

Bloomfield Hills

With a 4.0 unweighted GPA, Aadit was named a valedictorian. In addition to co-founding the school's Biology Club, Aadit pursued research at Wayne State University and the University of Michigan and has received national recognition in competitions such as Genes in Space and the DNA Day Essay Contest. Aadit is co-captain of the school's Forensics and Mock Trial team, and was awarded the State Championship in Impromptu speaking and Semi-Finalist at Michigan's Mock Trial state tournament. Plans to attend the University of Michigan's College of Engineering.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Manisha and Ketan Joshi

Bloomfield Hills

With a 4.40 weighted GPA, Om was named a valedictorian. Om is a Coca Cola Regional Finalist, National Honor Society Semi-Finalist, Elks Scholarship Semi-Finalist and inductee in multiple honors societies. Throughout high school, Om has led his school's Programming Club, Math Club and Investing Club. Om is also a varsity tennis player and has participated in FIRST Robotics for eight years, leading the programming and electrical systems. Om won third Place at the Michigan Science and Engineering Fair, and has developed numerous mobile apps, ranging from gunshot detection systems to medical artificial intelligence applications. Plans to pursue a dual degree in Finance and Computer Science Engineering at the University of Michigan.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Liyuan Liang

Oakland Twp.

With a 4.0 unweighted and a 4.47 weighted GPA, Catherine is also on the board of the National Honor Society and French Honor Society at school. She has played the piano for 11 years, and has played at Carnegie Hall twice, and did rhythmic gymnastics for nine years before becoming a coach. Catherine plans to attend the University of Michigan, majoring in biomedical engineering, and pursue graduate school afterwards and attain a PhD to become a radiologist.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Yingming Wu and Xin Ouyang

Oakland Twp.

With an unweighted GPA of 4.0, Qingqing was named a valedictorian. Qingqing is a decorated Model United Nations Head Delegate, captain of Rochester Adams High School Girls’ Varsity Team, and State Vice President of Michigan's first Future Business Leaders of America chapter. Qingqing founded the non-profit organization, AsianPassion Program, which has a 250K+ global community and has won several awards in areas of AAPI rights, global educational equity, and socioeconomic research. Plans to attend MIT Sloan for the business program.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Mayur Ramesh and Vidya Ramamoorthy

Bloomfield Hills

With a 4.0 unweighted GPA, Diya was named a valedictorian. Diya is co-president of the miRcore Volunteer Program and an intern for the Andersen Lab at Scripps Research Translational Institute. She has received several awards for her research projects. Diya served as Editor-in-Chief of her school newspaper, was a state finalist oratory speaker in forensics and has provided tutoring and mentorship of underclassmen. Plans to attend MIT majoring in Computer Science and Molecular Biology.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Mark Rochford and Lisa Kenter

Waterford Twp.

With a 4.0 unweighted GPA, Rachel is the co-president of her school's Econ Club, buildOn chapter, and served as Editor-in-Chief of her school newspaper. Outside of class, Rachel has focused on Russian and security studies. As a Girl Security fellow, Rachel authored a National Security Strategy on methods for reducing youth recruitment into domestic terror organizations. Last summer, Rachel traveled to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan with the State Department's NSLI-Y scholarship. Plans to attend Georgetown University to major in International Politics and minor in Russian language and area studies.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Dennis Schreibeis and Jennifer Giroux

Birmingham

A 4.0 student, George has been an Eagle Scout, member of Model United Nations, and leader of the International Academy's Weezer Study Hour. Plans to attend Michigan State University, as recipient of the Alumni Distinguished Scholarship, to pursue a dual major in physics and mathematics.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parent: Ivy Yang

West Bloomfield Twp.

A 4.37 student, Cathy was an International Baccalaureate Diploma Program student, a National Merit Finalist, Certificate of Merit awarded by the Society of Women Engineers.and received her school's Chemistry Award. Cathy was a member of her school's Student Senate, sub-commander for her school's Science Olympiad team, Editor-in-Chief of her school newspaper, fundraising officer for the school's buildOn chapter. She participated in the National Honor Society, the Spanish Honor Society, the Music Honor Society, and the acapella group. Plans to attend the University of Michigan to major in Biochemistry.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Laurentiu and Steliana Silaghi

Robert graduated with a 4.0 unweighted GPA. During high school, he created Project-STEM, a non-profit organization that provided tutoring services to underprivileged students in his community. Robert was also co-president of the Investing Club, where he gained experience in managing investment portfolios. Plans to attend the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, to pursue a Bachelor of Business Administration degree.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents: Satyanarayana and Shilpa Talluri

Commerce Twp.

Varun maintained a 4.0 unweighted GPA while taking rigorous courses such as DP Mathematics Analysis HL and DP Physics. Varun scored 1550 on the SAT and a composite 35 on the ACT, and was selected as a National Merit Finalist. Varun was the 2022 Captain of West Bloomfield High School's Boys’ Varsity Tennis team and was the Programming and Electrical System Lead for FIRST Robotics Team 469. Plans to study computer science, engineering, and business at the University of Michigan, to pursue a career in quantitative analysis or computer vision research.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parents Harry and Joanne Tsamaidis

Oakland Twp.

With a 4.0 unweighted GPA and 4.4 weighted GPA, Sophie was named a valedictorian. Sophie played percussion in numerous music ensembles including the International Academy's Symphonic Band and Full Orchestra, the Rochester Adams Marching Band Drumline. Sophie is also a ballerina who has performed in numerous ballet productions. Sophie was the president of the International Academy Red Cross Club and was a member of the National Honor Society, Tri-M Music Honor Society, and the French Honor Society. Plans to attend the University of Michigan pursuing a Biochemistry major in the LSA Honors Program.

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY

Parent: Jeffrey Zajac

Rochester Hills

With a 4.37 weighted GPA, Joelle participated in buildOn, the Spanish Honor Society, the National Honor Society, and received the Presidential Volunteer Service Award, and plans to attend the University of Michigan to pursue a degree in Chemistry.

LAKE ORION HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Corinna and Peter Olejnik

Clarkston

A 4.591 student, Elena received an AP Scholar with Distinction award, the Lamp of Learning award for all grades in high school, and was a member of the Math National Honor Society (Mu Alpha Theta). Elena was co-captain of the Lake Orion Varsity Tennis Team and worked as a part-time associate at a Hollister store. Plans to attend the University of Michigan Ann Arbor College of Engineering to study Computer Engineering.

LAKE ORION HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Paul Martino; Kerry and Marcelo Ganasevici

Lake Orion

A 4.50 student, Alison was named an AP Scholar with Honor, and received the Lamp of Learning award. Alison has participated in competitive dance at Broadway Dance Company since the age of 7. She was named Dancer of the Year and Top Soloist of the Year (Dance). She currently assists and teaches dance classes to young children at the dance studio. Plans to attend the University of Michigan Ann Arbor majoring in Finance with a minor in dance.

LAKE ORION HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: R.C. and Elizabeth Blake

Lake Orion

A 4.464 student, Ben-Carr was awarded a Lamp of Learning Silver Pin. Ben-Carr participated in Math Olympiad and Chess Club and plans to attend the University of Michigan to study Biochemistry.

LAKE ORION HIGH SCHOOL

Parent: Stacy Peardon

Waterford Twp.

A 4.511 student, Luke has been a member of the National Honor Society and competed in Varsity Cross-country/Track, state multiple times. Luke is a member of Lake Orion Young Life and plans to attend the University of Michigan majoring in Kinesiology on a pre-med track to Orthopedic surgeon.

LAKE ORION HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Alena and Jeremy Sletter

Lake Orion

A 4.48 student, Ivan was named an AP Scholar with Distinction and was a Forensics state champion, DECA state finalist and an Economics state finalist. Ivan served as captain of the Economics Club and participated in Varsity Water Polo and Swim, and plans to attend the University of Michigan Ann Arbor with a dual major in Economics and Business Administration.

LAKE ORION HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Missy and Ed Andrews

Lake Orion

A 4.451 student, Kyra was an AP Scholar with Honor and received Scholar Athlete Awards, served as Captain of Varsity Cross-Country and Track and was President of the National Honor Society chapter, participated in Competitive Dance, Science National Honor Society, Rho Kappa, Leadership Development Workshop, and served as a lifeguard. Plans to attend the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor to study Biology on the pre-med track.

LAMPHERE HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Linda and Mike Moore

Madison Heights

A 4.10 student, Jake has been in band since 5th grade and has played percussion on drums, piano, cymbals. He received a Division 1 Band Award. As an extracurricular activity, Jake participated in a Coalition of TableTop Gamers. Jake plans to acquire several certifications for Auto Body Repair.

LAMPHERE HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Mary and Andy Werner

Madison Heights

A 4.07 student, Ruby was a member of the National Honors Society and participated in LinkCrew, Stagecrew Manager and was GSA co-president. Ruby plans to attend Michigan State University Lyman Briggs College to study Pre-Vet.

LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL NORTHWEST

Parents: Rachael O’Brien and Joseph Ruzycki

Rochester

With a 4.2736 GPA, Pamela was named valedictorian and received an AP Scholar with Honors award and a Humanities Department Award. Pamela was president of the school's National Honor Society chapter and was a three-time regional dance competition first-place overall champion. Pamela is a Competitive Ballerina and Dance teacher, Elementary Math and Science tutor, and Be the Joy Foundation founder and president (charity and donations club). Plans to attend the University of Michigan to study Cellular and Molecular Biology before attending medical school in order to become a plastic surgeon.

MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Pat and Debra Conroy

Birmingham

Colleen maintained a cumulative GPA of 4.360 and was named a valedictorian. She served as All-School Board Treasurer; was president of the school's National Honor Society; and was a member of Spanish Honor Society and National Art Honor Society. Colleen was involved with Project Care, Disaster Relief Club, Book Club, Pastoral Team, Political Discussion Club and Culinary Club. Colleen played Varsity Lacrosse (captain), Varsity Golf, Varsity Cross Country, basketball, and field hockey. Colleen has been a member of the Archdiocese of Detroit All-Catholic Academic Team for four years, and is a Marian Academic Gold Scholarship winner. Plans to attend the University of Notre Dame to study finance.

MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Michael and Sarah DuBay

Birmingham

With a cumulative GPA of 4.353, Catherine was named a valedictorian; served as class president for four years; was a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish Honors Society, and National Art Honor Society; competed at DECA and advanced to states; won a Scholastic Silver Key for her pottery; and starred in a theater production her senior year. Catherine played varsity field hockey and lacrosse and was a member of the Archdiocese of Detroit All-Catholic Academic Team for four years, and was honored with the Catholic High School League All-Academic Award for field hockey during her senior year. Catherine co-founded Marian's Disaster Relief Club. Plans to attend the University of Notre Dame to study economics.

MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: George and Margie Adams

Bloomfield Hills

With a 4.351 cumulative GPA, Leah was named a valedictorian. Leah was involved in the school's competitive choir, and the Marian-Rice Players Theatre troupe all four years of high school, serving as treasurer. Leah was also a member of Project Care, Diversity Matters Club, Political Discussion Club, National Honor Society and Spanish Honors Society. Leah was a member of the Archdiocese of Detroit All-Catholic Academic Team for four years, and received the University of Rochester Fredrick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony Award junior year. Plans to attend the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.

MERCY HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Lina and Hani Hamati

Canton

With a 4.0 GPA, Angelina was named a valedictorian and graduated summa cum laude. Angelina was awarded the President's Education Award, was a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish Honors Society and HOSA – Future Health Professionals; and served as Human Relations Council Representative, GIDAS (Genes in Diseases And Symptoms) Club Leader, White Coats of the Future Leader, Hamati Helps Founder, Vacation Bible School Leader and Kairos Leader. Angelina has been a member of and participated in NIH Step-Up Internship, and plans to attend the University of Michigan to study Biochemistry.

MERCY HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Melissa and Colin Flynn

Bloomfield Hills

With a 4.0 GPA, Allison was named a valedictorian and graduated summa cum laude. Allison was a senior class officer and was a member of the National Honor Society and the Spanish Honors Society. Allison received the President's Education Award and served as Science Club Leader; Women in STEM Club Leader/Founder; Cultural Cuisine Club Leader/Founder; Link Crew Leader, Yearbook Copy Editor, Kairos Leader. Plans to attend the University of Michigan.

MERCY HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Jennifer and John Byrne

Birmingham

With a 3.96 GPA, Kathryn was named salutatorian and graduated magna cum laude. Kathryn received the President's Education Award, was a member of the National Honor Society and the International Thespian Society, and served as Executive Board Officer, Link Crew Leader, Junior Class Officer, French Club Leader and Debate Club Leader. Kathryn participated in the Mercyaires choir as a section lead and held a musical lead role, and plans to attend the University of Michigan, Ross School of Business.

NORTH FARMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parent/Guardian Name: Chijou Wang and Nancy Kim

Farmington Hills

With a weighted GPA of 4.53 (4.0 unweighted), Salem was named National Merit Finalist, AP Scholar with Distinction, and the sole recipient of the 2022 Bausch and Lomb Honorary Science Award for exceptional excellence in the natural sciences. She was the second place winner in the Future Health Professionals (HOSA) State Leadership Conference in Medical Terminology. As a National Honor Society member, Salem tutored students both online and in school and volunteered in an elementary reading program. Salem was a Varsity and JV Cross Country runner and JV swimmer. Salem is a pianist and has received awards and scholarships, including silver medalist of the Steinway and Sons Junior Piano Competition. Plans to attend the University of Michigan to study Biochemistry in the pre-med track.

NORTH FARMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parent/Guardian Name: Michelle and Eric Roth

Farmington Hills

With a weighted GPA of 4.6 (4.0 unweighted), Ari was a National Merit Scholarship Winner and was an AP Scholar with Distinction, (2022), a national qualifier for Michigan Business Professionals of America 2022 and 2023, and a member of the National Honors Society and Japanese Club. Outside of school, Ari has worked as a Starbucks barista for two years and plans to attend the University of Michigan, majoring in neuroscience and on a pre-law track.

NORTH FARMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parent/Guardian Name: Ketan and Neha Desai

Farmington Hills

A 4.36 student, Nikhil was an AP Scholar with Distinction and a National Merit Finalist. Nikhil served as Senior Class Treasurer and Student Senate Executive Board member and was captain of the Varsity Tennis team and a member of CyberPatriot. Nikhil was a DECA State Qualifier and a HOSA State Qualifier, and was a member of the Michigan Association of Student Councils (MASC) Board of Delegates, Michigan Business Professionals of America 2022-2023 State Executive Vice-President. Plans to attend the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor to study Environmental Engineering.

NORTH FARMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

Parent/Guardian Name: Smita and Virendra Singh

Farmington Hills

A 4.28 student, Aashnaa was an Academic All-American and a National Merit Finalist; and received a Scholar Athlete Award, an AP Scholar award and an Academic Letter. Aashnaa served as Senior Class President and Student Senate Senior Class Representative; and was Varsity Swim Captain, Varsity Lacrosse Captain, Science Olympiad Co-president and Link Leader. Plans to attend the University of Michigan to study Biochemistry.

NOTRE DAME PREP

Parents: Marko and Monica Tay Belej

Rochester

With a 4.479 cumulative GPA, Thomas participated in the IB Diploma Programme, robotics, debate, and the student ambassador program and won the 2021 Innovation Award in robotics, the 2021 and 2022 Scholar-Athlete Award in cross country, a silver medal in the 2021 National Spanish Exam, and is a National Merit Scholarship Finalist. Thomas was the trumpet section leader in marching and symphony band, the lead trumpet in jazz band, the president of the Champions for Life club, the team chaplain for the boys cross country team, a Peer Leader Coordinator, a Kairos retreat leader, lector coordinator at school Masses and taught a 6th-grade catechism class at St. Andrew Catholic Church. Plans to study mechanical engineering and history at Northwestern University.

NOVI HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Maruthavanan and Bama Ram

Novi

With a weighted GPA of 4.3958 (unweighted 4.0), Harini was a National Merit Finalist, a three-time HOSA state qualifier and placed in the top 10 at international competition as a sophomore. Harini participated in Quiz Bowl and Science Olympiad, serving as Vice President of Science Olympiad, senior year, and was a member of the Swim Team throughout high school and served as captain, senior year. Harini was also a lifeguard and volunteer coach for the middle school swim team, and plans to attend the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor to study Biology, (Pre-Med), to pursue a career in Internal Medicine.

NOVI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Parents: Bryan and Jill Stewart

Wixom

Kaelen graduated summa cum laude with a 4.067 weighted GPA (4.0 unweighted). Kaelen played varsity golf and was on the varsity cheer team her senior year, was active in Student Government and served as the president of the Student Life Leadership Team her senior year and has also been part of competitive dance for 15 years. Kaelen received the Hope College Presidential Scholarship, and plans to attend Hope College majoring in Exercise Science, pre-athletic training with a minor in dance.

NOVI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Parents: Donald and Dianna Skidmore

Commerce Twp.

Jacob graduated summa cum laude with a 4.061 weighted GPA (4.0 unweighted). Jacob has run on the Varsity Track and Field team and the Varsity Cross Country team for three years. He has played in the Symphony Orchestra for four years and is a member of the National Honor Society. Plans to attend Cedarville University, majoring in mechanical engineering with a minor in Bible. He has received the Cedarville President's Scholar Award and the Cedarville Excellence Award Scholarships.

NOVI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Parents: Scott and Angie McKee

Northville

Grace graduated magna cum laude with a 3.948 unweighted GPA. Grace was on the varsity volleyball and softball teams and cheered on the varsity cheer team her senior year and served as captain for softball and cheer, participated in the school Vocal Ensemble for four years, starred in musicals and sang on the school's worship team. During her senior year, Grace served as National Honors Society President and Student Life Leadership Team treasurer. Grace was the 2023 Homecoming Queen and Ms. DAR. Plans to attend Calvin University majoring in nursing, to become a nurse practitioner. She has received the Calvin High Academic Promise Scholarship.

NOVI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Parents: Adam and Sarah Rebandt

Novi

Caleb graduated summa cum laude from Novi Christian Academy with a 4.0 unweighted GPA. Caleb played on the Varsity Basketball, Baseball and Golf teams, served as the Student Life Leadership Senior Class Lead and was also on Homecoming Court. Plans to attend the University of Michigan, Dearborn, majoring in accounting. Caleb has received the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, the Dean's Scholarship from U of M-Dearborn, and the Community Choice Foundation Scholarship.

NOVI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Parents: Nathan and Sarah Dubuc

Milford

Aubrey graduated magna cum laude with a 3.851 unweighted GPA. Aubrey served as Class Secretary, participated in Varsity Cheer, Varsity Track and Varsity Cross Country. Plans to attend Oakland University with the OU Distinguished Scholar Scholarship, majoring in Diagnostic and Clinical Sciences, to pursue a career as a medical lab scientist or technologist.

NOVI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Parents: Dan and Shannon House

South Lyon

Cole graduated magna cum laude with a 3.914 unweighted GPA. Cole played Varsity Basketball and Golf, was a member of the NCA Worship team and was on Homecoming Court. Plans to attend Cornerstone University, majoring in communications. He is receiving the Cornerstone Chancellor Scholarship and a basketball scholarship.

OAKLAND EARLY COLLEGE

Parents: Karen and Brad Zylman

Farmington Hills

With a 4.1 GPA, Maya's honors included 11th Grade Department Award for Math, 12th Grade Department Award for English, 12th Grade OEC Cornerstone Award for Service, Highest Honors at Oakland Early College and OCC in 2021, 2022, 2023. Maya was a member of the Student Government and National Honor Society, Cinema Club Chair, Yearbook club artist, Raiders of the Performing Arts Crew Member, a Junior Optimists member and the Cinema Club cofounder at OCC and volunteer at Tollgate Farms. Plans to attend College For Creative Studies as a film major.

OAKLAND EARLY COLLEGE

Parents: Joseph R. and Cathy Williams

Lathrup Village

With a GPA of 4.023, Merry was the Student Government Trustee, president of the Green Club, a member of the National Honor Society and a Wolverine Pathways Scholar. Merry received High Honors at OCC and Highest Honors at Oakland Early College in 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. Merry also worked at Ace Hardware. Plans to attend the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor to double in material and science engineering and psychology.

Parent: Meghan Kreager

Milford

With a GPA of 4.058 Ariana received high honors at Oakland Early College in 2020 and 2021 and highest honors in 2022 and received high honors at Milford High School in 2019. Ariana received OCC highest honors in 2021, OCC high honors in 2022, OCC PTK honors in 2022 and was also on the dean's list at OCC in 2022. Ariana was a student government secretary, vice president and president, played varsity lacrosse, and was a member of the National Honor Society and Robotics. She held a part-time job and participated in church, playing guitar and karate. Plans to attend Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University for aerospace engineering.

ORCHARD LAKE ST. MARY

Parents: Stephanie and John Howcroft

Lake Orion

With a 4.23 GPA, Kale was named valedictorian and was honored as a National Merit Scholar and Student of the Year for various classes. Kale was awarded the Cross Country Freshman of the Year award 2019, Cross Country Captains Award 2022, Cross Country Screaming Eaglet Award 2022, Track All-Catholic award in 2021-2022 and AP Scholar and Scholastic All-Catholic Awards. Plans to attend the University of Michigan.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Parents: Peggy and Joseph Anthony II

Clarkston

A 4.41 student, Joseph was named valedictorian, and awarded the Timothy Award and the Scholastic All-Catholic Award. Joseph has been involved in the National Honor Society, Gardening Club, SPL of Troop 185, and St. Anne's Youth Group. Plans to attend Michigan Technological University, majoring in Electrical Engineering, possible double major in Mechanical Engineering.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Parents: Peggy and Joseph Anthony II

Clarkston

A 4.27 student, Alison was named salutatorian, awarded the Scholastic All-Catholic Award and received the Good Citizen Award from the Daughters of the American Revolution. Alison was involved in the National Honor Society, Gardening Club, and St. Anne's Youth Group. Plans to attend Oakland University, majoring in Nutrition with a specialization in Dietetics.

OXFORD HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: David and Debbie Duong

Oxford

A 4.304 student, Michael was named valedictorian, International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme candidate, Commended National Merit and AP Scholar. He was the captain of the CAD sub-team on FRC Team 2137, treasurer of Freda Quayle NHS chapter, trombone section leader in the Oxford Wildcat Marching band, and a member of Oxford Legacy, Mu Alpha Theta, and the Oxford Varsity Boy's Tennis team. Plans to attend the University of Michigan and study mechanical engineering with a concentration in sustainable engineering.

OXFORD HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Joan Hovda and George Stoffan

Oxford

A 4.2 student, Josephine was an International Baccalaureate Diploma candidate, participated in varsity track and field and co-founded Oxford Legacy, a nonprofit supporting gun violence survivors. Plans to attend the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, to pursue a bachelor's degree in Business Administration.

OXFORD HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Brett and Rachelle Ashley

Oxford

A 4.293 student, Wyatt was a FIRST Robotics Dean's List State Finalist, AP Scholar with Distinction, FIRST Robotics volunteer (800+ hours of service) and Cybersecurity, participated in Cross Country, Golf, and plans to attend University of Michigan for Computer Science and Computer Engineering.

OXFORD HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Ken and Cari Weaver

Oxford

A 4.245 student, McKenna is an International Baccalaureate Candidate, received Seal of Biliteracy, participated in National Honors Society and Math National Honors Society, and plans to attend Brigham Young University for animation and illustration.

OXFORD HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Erwin and Debbie DiMalanta

Oxford

A 4.318 student, Kyle was named salutatorian, and received academic honors all four years, varsity letters in cross-country, basketball, track and field, and is active in his church's youth group. Plans to attend the University of Michigan College of Engineering.

PONTIAC HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Rebeca Alonzo and Joel Martinez

Pontiac

A 4.5487 student, Leonel was a member of the National Technical Honor Society, Honor Roll, Dean's Award Oakland Schools Technical Campus Northeast, school soccer team 9th-11th grade, school track 11th, Robotics 12th, and Harvard/Arizona State University Poetry in America Valedictorian 2022, Ed Equity Lab College Honor Society. Plans to attend University of Michigan for Mechanical Engineering.

PONTIAC HIGH SCHOOL

Parent: Robert Martinez

Pontiac

A 4.2 GPA student, Dalia received the Oakland Schools Technical Campus OTECH Dean's Award, HTML / CSS Certification, Honor Roll, and plans to attend Oakland University, majoring in Accounting.

PONTIAC HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Michael Zhu and Xihua Li

Pontiac

A 4.37 student, Sarah achieved all A's and perfect attendance, was a member of orchestra and plans to attend Oakland Community College to study computer science.

PONTIAC HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Nazario Serna and Maria Valenzuela

Pontiac

A 4.39 student, Angel achieved all A's, plans to attend University of Ann Arbor majoring in biology to pursue a medical degree, and will be a summer bridge scholar, living and going to school on campus this summer.

PONTIAC HIGH SCHOOL

Parent: Maria Lopez

Pontiac

A 4.2611 student, Johnathan achieved all A's, participated in yearbook designing and computer coding, and plans to attend Oakland University to study software engineering.

PONTIAC HIGH SCHOOL

Parent: Gloria Castañeda Castañeda

Pontiac

A 4.1829 student, Maria achieved all A's, was awarded the Dean's Award at Oakland Schools Technical Campus Northeast, certifications in Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Master Certification in Entrepreneurship, and was a DECA member and orchestra violinist. Plans to attend a four-year university to pursue a Business and Marketing degree.

PONTIAC HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Shawndrica and Cornelius Simmons

Pontiac

A 4.5 student, Se’Cora was named salutatorian and received the following awards: Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from State Representative Brenda L. Lawrence; the State of Michigan Proclamation from State Senator Rosemary Bayer, the National African American Recognition Award through CollegeBoard, 2022 Joyce Ivy Foundation Summer Scholar and Fellow, and Summer Math and Science Honors (SMASH) Academy and Project Upward Bound (PUB) alum. Se’Cora is a small business owner, president and founder of the school's student council and was a member of the National Honor Society and the Technical Honor Society. Plans to attend Swarthmore College, majoring in Global Studies with some incorporation of Government while minoring in English or History.

SEAHOLM HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Mark Chutkow and Sonja Lengnick

Birmingham

With a 4.608 weighted GPA and a 3.928 unweighted GPA, Zane is an AP Scholar with Honor, and participated in varsity swimming, varsity tennis, serving as captain of both teams, and was named All State and led the team to a regional championship and 3rd place at states, senior year. Individually, he was a three-time regional champion, and the 2022 MHSAA 1 Doubles State Champion. As a member of the 2021 swim and dive state team, he contributed to their state championship. He has also been a Cranbrook Swim Club swimmer and lifeguard. Plans to attend Colby College to study math and Economics and be part of the swim team.

SEAHOLM HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Amy and Pat Murray

Birmingham

With a 4.568 weighted GPA and a 3.964 unweighted GPA, Meghan participated in Swim and Dive and Water Polo serving as captain of both teams, and was president of the Triathlon Club, a recipient of the Harvard Book Award, student representative for the Birmingham Historic District committee. Plans to attend the University of Michigan's LSA Residential College.

SEAHOLM HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Kevin and Sondra

Birmingham

With a 4.6 weighted GPA and a 3.947 unweighted GPA, Matthew was an AP Scholar with Honor, Scholar Athlete, captain of the Seaholm varsity wrestling team for which he qualified for regionals, played on the Seaholm golf team, National Honor Society member, taking Calculus 3 at Lawrence Technical University, serves on the Birmingham City Council as a representative and works at the Oakland Hills Country Club. Plans to attend the University of Michigan.

SEAHOLM HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Leland Babitch and Cheryl Carpenter

Birmingham

With a 4.654 weighted GPA and a 3.994 unweighted GPA, Bradley took 10 AP classes and received an AP Scholar with Honor award, Scholar-Athlete award, Academic All-District award. Bradley served as secretary of Medical Club, qualified for states in HOSA-Future Health Professionals dental science category, was captain of the Birmingham United Ski Team, was a varsity baseball player, worked for Pine Knob Ski School and Highland Horticultural Services, and volunteered both locally and internationally including Focus Hope and Forgotten Harvest. He went abroad to Cambodia with Global Dental Relief in his junior year to help in a pediatric dental clinic. Plans to attend the University of Virginia to study Biology on a Pre-Dental track.

SEAHOLM HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: David and Janice Basil

Birmingham

With a 4.662 weighted GPA and a 3.982 unweighted GPA, Alexander was an AP Scholar with Distinction, OAA Scholar Athlete, All-District Athlete, member of the National Honor Society, Chinese National Honor Society, tutor in Chinese, soccer captain, senior year, Eagle Scout candidate working with younger scouts to shelter and feed the homeless, and worked at Hunter House Hamburgers. Plans to attend the University of Pennsylvania with a concentration in Design and East Asian Studies.

SEAHOLM HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Abby and Miguel Brookes

Birmingham

With a 3.961 unweighted GPA and a 4.734 weighted GPA, Chloe received a Gold Presidential Service Award, junior year. Chloe served as president of the Feminism Club, co-president of Club SOS, Vice President of La Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica, captain of Seaholm's Cross Country team, member of the school's Gender Sexuality Alliance, active volunteer, and plans to attend the University of Michigan and study psychology through the LSA Honors Program.

SEAHOLM HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Kristen and Michael Crowe

Birmingham

With a 4.654 weighted GPA and a 3.994 unweighted GPA, Hailey has been a member of the Chinese Honors Society, Seaholm Offers Support club, Medical Club, Triathlon Club, National Honors Society, Swim and Dive team, tennis team, and plans to attend the University of Alabama to pursue studies in Public Health and Biology.

SEAHOLM HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Jason and Marisa Reyes

Bloomfield Hills

With a 4.662 weighted GPA and a 3.956 unweighted GPA, Elena was honored as an AP Scholar with Distinction, (courses included Calc 3 and AP Stats) and National Merit Commended status. Elena was a Student Congress board member, Junior Optimist Club social media manager, National Honor Society and Spanish National Honors Society member. Elena's community service initiatives include "Make Me a Maple" mentoring and Maple forest leader, co-leader of the Toys for Tots fundraising efforts for the last two years, raising hundreds of dollars via an Oakland County-wide school dance. She led an UpCycle sports drive, collecting used sports equipment donations to provide to the Academy of the Americas school in Detroit. Plans to attend the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.

SEAHOLM HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Dr. Betty Chu and Navot Shoresh

Birmingham

With a 4.593 weighted GPA and a 4.0 unweighted GPA, Aidan was awarded AP Scholar with Distinction. Aidan was principal cellist of the Seaholm's Symphony Orchestra, a member of the National Honor Society, the Chinese Honor Society and Asian Student Association, and served as class co-chair for Field Day. Aidan was an active member of the musical productions at Seaholm and Rochester Community Schools. Aidan was a board member for Temple Shir Shalom's Teen Youth Group and taught Hebrew at the religious school. He also tutored peers in math, physics and Chinese. Plans to attend the University of Michigan to major in Engineering.

SEAHOLM HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Genevieve and John Sparby

Bloomfield Hills

With a 4.625 weighted GPA and a 4.0 unweighted GPA, Frederick received the Pythagoras Mathematician Award, the JJ Meyers Award for American History and two coach awards, one for Most Improved in Basketball. Frederick was a member of the National Honor Society and the Spanish National Honor Society, and served as captain of the 2023 Seaholm League Champion varsity basketball team, was a 2022 Varsity Tennis Doubles State Champion, 2021 and 2022 Drum Major for the Seaholm Marching Band. Plans to attend the University of Michigan College of LSA to major in Biochemistry.

SOUTH LYON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Jennifer and Ryan Cooper

South Lyon

A 4.158 student, Katelynn was Parliamentarian/PR Senior Officer of the National Honor Society and four year Principal's List and Honor Roll honoree; was awarded a Varsity Academic Letter, Varsity Volleyball Letter, four Gold Scholar-Athlete Medals, AP Scholar Award, NHS Leadership Award and Service Award, LVC Scholar Athlete Patch, and Link Crew Award; was team captain of the volleyball team, Link Crew leader, senior class representative on the School Improvement Plan Committee, worked part-time at the Walnut Creek Country Club; and plans to attend the University of Michigan Ann Arbor, majoring in Psychology.

SOUTH LYON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Greg and Patty Fudala

South Lyon

A 4.178 student, Jake was a National Merit Scholarship winner, earned the Seal of Biliteracy for both Chinese (Simplified) and Italian; awarded AP scholar award, Academic Letters multiple years and Principal's List; participated cross country, Science Olympiad and Student Council, plays the violin, National Honor Society member; and plans to attend the University of Michigan Ann Arbor to pursue a PhD in Medicinal Chemistry.

SOUTH LYON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Lauren and Thomas Miller

South Lyon

A 4.214 student, Kendyll was awarded academic letters multiple years, Principal's List, medal in forensic science in Science Olympiad, National Honor Society member, has completed honors AP and college courses to work towards a degree. Kendyll also participates with the South Lyon Plant Initiative, works at Friendship Circle, tutors and nannies. Plans to attend Grand Valley State University with a Major in English or Secondary English Education with a Minor in Writing.

SOUTH LYON HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Charles and Natalie Patanis

South Lyon

A 4.158 student, Adrianna was awarded Academic Letter, Principal's List honoree, Honor Roll, Seal Of Biliteracy For Spanish, National Honor Society, Link Crew, P.E.E.R.S. Varsity Letter For Cross Country And Track & Field, nominated As M.V.P. Twice For Cross Country, Captain Of Track And Cross Country Teams Senior Year. Plans to attend The University Of Michigan.

SOUTH LYON HIGH SCHOOL

Parent/Guardian: Edward and Amanda Phelka

South Lyon

A 4.169 student, Daniel was a three-year Gold Scholar Athlete, three-year Principal's List honoree, Team Captain of the varsity tennis team, Team Captain of the Team American Rocketry Challenge, member of the Civil Air Patrol, CyberPatriot, National Honor Society, Student Council, and Science Olympiad, received the Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish, and plans to attend the University of Michigan Ann Arbor, majoring in Aerospace Engineering.

SOUTH LYON HIGH SCHOOL

Parent/Guardian: Paula and Thadd Tucker

South Lyon

A 4.347 student, Joshua was Vice President of Student Council, Treasurer of the National Honor Society, Michigan Community Impact Award, National Community Service Honor Award, Schoolcraft College Certificate of Achievement, National Merit Letter of Commendation, Heisman School Award, founder and president of the Fishing Club, Captain of the Varsity Tennis Team, volunteer for the United Nations Association, volunteer youth basketball coach for the South Lyon Area Recreation Authority, IT consulting internship with the Microsoft Partner, Coretek Services. Plans to attend the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, with a major in Business Administration and a minor in Information Science.

SOUTH LYON EAST HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Srinivas Nukala and Vakula Nukala

South Lyon

A 4.361 student, Kartikeya was a National Merit Scholar, President's Volunteer Service Award winner, miRcore Volunteer Program (Researcher and Regional Branch Link), HOSA-Future Health Professionals Chapter President and award winner, GIDAS (Genes In Diseases and Symptoms) Chapter President and Founder, Student Council Treasurer, National Honor Society Chapter Treasurer, Mock Trial and Link Crew, Varsity Tennis. Plans to attend the University of Michigan, majoring in Biology, Health, and Society in the College of LSA, with plans to attend medical school afterward.

SOUTH LYON EAST HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Rashmi Patel and Hemang Patel

South Lyon

A 4.333 student, Maahi was Student Council Class President, Debate President and NHS officer; was on the Honor Roll and Principal's List; awarded Academic Letter Award, NMSQT Commended Student, Certificate of Congressional Recognition for Volunteering; participated in HOSA-Future Health Professionals, Varsity Tennis, Classical Dance; and plans to attend the University of Michigan with a major in Biology/Pre-Med.

SOUTH LYON EAST HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Krunal Contractor and Shubhechha Contractor

Novi

A 4.317 student, Aarav was awarded a Letter of Commendation – PSAT, AP Scholar With Distinction, Principal's List (all four years), Honor Roll (all four years), Academic Letter (all four years), Scholar Athlete (all four years), Varsity Letter for tennis and LVC Scholar Athlete. Aarav was Senior Captain of the Varsity Tennis Team and placed in many tournaments; HOSA Treasurer; Co-founder and Vice President of GIDAS chapter, (researched diseases and wrote a scientific abstract); NHS member (volunteering more than 50 hours for events); volunteered at FOCUS Hope/Gleaners Food Bank in Detroit; and played in volleyball tournament at church. Plans to attend Michigan State University to major in Human Biology with a focus on pre-medical studies.

SOUTH LYON EAST HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Sigifredo and Adriana Cano

New Hudson

A 4.286 student, Vanessa was awarded the Principal's Award (all four years), Excellence Awards in core classes (all four years), Seal of Biliteracy, placed in Chinese quiz bowl, was a member of the National Chinese Honor Society, Student Council, Cougs Together, and HOSA secretary (placed in states twice). Plans to attend the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor College of Literature, Science, Arts.

SOUTH LYON EAST HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Joel and Pramila Visnyak

Northville

A 4.2 student, Ashley was awarded the Principal's Award (all four years), Excellence Awards in core classes (all four years), Gold Academic Medal (all four years); participated in Student Council (treasurer for 3 years), Executive Council senior class representative, Link Mentor, NHS, Varsity Tennis Singles player and received the Oakland County Board of Commissioners Certificate of Recognition (2022); received the Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition (2022), Certificate of Congressional Recognition (2022), South Lyon Youth Assistance Outstanding Citizen (2022). Plans to attend the University of Michigan, majoring in Biology.

SOUTH LYON EAST HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Jeff Walenciak & Patty Walenciak

South Lyon

A 4.197 student, Aaron was a National Merit Scholar, an AP Scholar with Honor, was on the Principal's List/Honor Roll (4 years), awarded an Academic Letter, Varsity Soccer, (2022 All-State Honorable Mention, Lakes Valley All Conference Team, 2022 All-Region Team, 2022 All-District Team, Varsity Award), NHS, 35 volunteer hours including graphic design for school posters, landscaping and picking up litter in the community, worked at Little Caesars for two years, ACE certified. Plans to attend the University of Michigan- Ann Arbor, to study Actuarial Mathematics.

SOUTH LYON EAST HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Yuya and Helen Fukumori

New Hudson

A 4.194 student, Maya was on the Honor Roll and the Principal's List; participated in Varsity Pom Team, All Star Pom Team, Pom Coach, Varsity Lacrosse, NHS, Link Crew and Student Council; was awarded MHSAA Scholar Athlete Nominee, Girls Varsity Lacrosse Individual Academic All State, Mid American All Star Award (four years), LVC Scholar Athlete, Gold Scholar Athlete Medal in pom and lacrosse, Varsity Award pom; and served as a Camp Invention intern and worked as a barista at Biggby. Plans to attend the honors college at Michigan State University and major in supply chain management.

SOUTH LYON EAST HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Jeff and Rebecca Lundy

South Lyon

A 4.194 student, McKenna was awarded a Scholar Athlete Award, two Congressional Recognition Awards and a Youth Assistance Recognition Award; participated in Cross Country, Captain of Mock Trial, Drama, Key Club, NHS, President and founder of Activism Hub, section leader in the Marching Band, clarinet and bassoon in small ensembles, and participated in the Oakland County Police Cadet Program. Plans to attend the University of Michigan for International Studies and History, with a focus on International Security, Norms, and Cooperation.

SOUTH LYON EAST HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Subbarao Nimmala and Sailaja Nimmala

South Lyon, MI

A 4.189 student, Dev was a National Merit Finalist, AP Scholar with Distinction, Vice President of National Honors Society, was on the Principal's List, was President of Business Professionals of America at Oakland Schools Technical Campus; participated in Varsity Tennis, LINK Crew and Student Council; was a software development intern at FRC Robotics, volunteered at the S.V. Temple in Novi, plays piano, and plans to attend the University of Michigan to study Computer Engineering.

SOUTH LYON EAST HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Pooja Uikey and Dhiraj Uikey

New Hudson

A 4.175 student, Shivani was on the Principal's list, Honor Roll, awarded a Gold academic medal, served as Student Council Class Secretary, National Honors Society Recording Secretary, and participated in LINK Crew, LINK Leader, DECA, Girls Varsity Tennis, Robotics, Indian Fusion dance, was an Alzheimer's Association volunteer, and plans to attend Michigan State University, College of Engineering, majoring in Computer Science.

SOUTHFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Parents: Dr. NiJuanna and Mr. Charles Johnson

Belleville

With a 4.0 GPA, Nadia was named a valedictorian and was recognized as the top student in numerous subjects, served as class president for two years, student leadership team senior year, National Champion for the National Management Association Oratorical contest and first-place winner for the Concert of Colors Vocal Competition. Nadia has been a member of Mosaic Youth Theater of Detroit, author and curriculum writer, and has been awarded the National Honor Society Leadership Scholarship and recognized by the Detroit News as the Outstanding High School Graduate in Performing Arts. Nadia received a Merit Full Scholarship Award from the University of Michigan where she plans to attend to study Music Education.

SOUTHFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Parents: Linell and Lillian Shepheard

Warren

A 4.0 student, Gabriele was named a valedictorian and has been recognized with the MSBOA Scholar Instrumentalist Award, Madame Curie Award from the Society of Women Engineers, Victors Scholarship and the Regents Merit Scholarship, the College Board's National African American Recognition Award and as the school's top chemistry student. She served as vice president of the student government all four years. As a dancer and flute player, she has been honored with her competitive dance team, has held lead roles in multiple performances, and serves as team captain for her dance troupe. Plans to attend the University of Michigan and study Political Science.

SOUTHFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Parents: Stephen and Beth Walters

Royal Oak

A 3.99 student, Anna was named salutatorian. Anna was honored as a Victors Award winner and a top AP English student. She has participated in sports at the varsity level for both Soccer and Track and Field and Art and Community Service Club, and has volunteered many hours as a math and science tutor for middle and high school students. During high school, Anna began taking college-level classes at Oakland Community College. Her ultimate goal is to teach English in foreign countries. Plans to attend the University of Michigan to study Linguistics.

ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA ACADEMY

Parent: Jason Cavanaugh

Farmington Hills

With an unweighted 4.0 GPA, Brenna received honors including the Archdiocese of Detroit Scholastic All-Catholic Team Award (three years), Certificate of Honorable Merit, Maxima Cum Laude for Outstanding Performance in the National Latin Examination, George Washington Patriot Award, Deresiewicz Award for Leadership in the Classroom, WXYZ Brightest and Best, Health Award, Grand Inquisitress Award (Theology), Timothy Award for Excellence, Presbyterian College-The PC Fellows Award, Golf All-Academic Team and Golf All-League team (x2). Brenna participated in Varsity Tennis (3 years and senior captain), JV and varsity golf (4 years), Visual Arts Appreciation Club, Latin club, Class Council and Parish Leadership Council, National Honor Society; Student Ambassador and Sunday Mass Cantor. Plans to attend West Virginia University to study Forensic Science.

ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA ACADEMY

Parents: William and Sachiko Reidy

Canton

With an unweighted 4.0 GPA, Elizabeth was awarded Academic Honor Roll throughout high school, Competitive Cheerleading Fighting Irish award (2020-2021) and Archdiocese of Detroit Scholastic All Catholic Team Award (3 years). Elizabeth participated in Varsity Sideline Cheerleading, Varsity Competitive Cheerleading,.Student Council, serving as Junior Class Student Council Secretary, National Honor Society, HOSA Club and volunteered more than 125 hours of community service. Plans to attend the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor to pursue research in life sciences and public health.

ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA ACADEMY

Parents: Devin and Jennifer Newell

Northville

With an unweighted 3.99 GPA, Margaret was honored with the Deresiewicz Award for Leadership in the Classroom, George Washington Patriot Award, Adam Smith Laissez Faire Award, Student Council Award, Sacristan Service Award, Excellence in AP U.S. History, AP Scholar 2022, All Academic and All Catholic for pompon and Archdiocese of Detroit Scholastic All-Catholic (3 years). Margaret participated in Student Council throughout high school and served as Executive Council (Student Council) President senior year; Varsity pom team freshman through senior year and captain junior and senior year; Latin club; VAAC, SCA Ambassadors; NHS and Sacristan/Lector/Eucharistic Minister. Plans to attend either George Washington University or the University of Notre Dame to study political science and international relations on a pre-law track.

ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA ACADEMY

Parents: Russ and Jennifer Baumann

South Lyon

With an unweighted 3.99 GPA, Hailey was named salutatorian. Hailey was honored as a Scholar Athlete nominee and Archdiocese of Detroit Scholastic All-Catholic, participated in Varsity Basketball, Travel Soccer, HOSA and National Honor Society, and plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison to study biology on the pre-med track, and will be playing soccer there.

WALLED LAKE CENTRAL

Parents: Chandrasekhar and Rajeswari Bodanapu

Commerce Twp.

A 4.55 student, Aditya was a National Merit Finalist, U.S. Presidential Scholar Candidate, AP Scholar with Distinction and AP Scholar with Honor and received the Athletic Scholar award, participated in the Indian American Student Association and helped raise $5,000 for the Pencils of Promise charity, National Honor Society, volunteered 160 hours across the community, played tennis all four years, Varsity junior and senior years, and started an SAT club at the school to help other students prepare for the SAT. Plans to attend the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, to study Computer Science.

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN

Parents: Scott and Angelica Anderson

Commerce Twp.

Ava graduated with highest academic honors (4.0 or above) and has taken nine AP classes and four honors classes, AP art with a 3-D fashion design portfolio and AP Capstone- 4 APs and AP Research and Seminar. Ava has been involved in school plays and musicals, fashion club, French club, social justice club, tennis for four years (team captain) and singles player and played tennis at a sports club. Plans to attend the University of Michigan, majoring in Neuroscience with a minor in Art and Design, and join a sorority and play tennis.

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN

Parents: Adam and Marsha Beattie

Commerce

Cameren graduated with highest academic honors (4.0 or above), and was on the Honor Roll throughout high school and a MHSAA scholar-athlete (three years) and AP Capstone. Cameren participated in Shark Club founder, NHS, four-year individual state qualifier for Women's Swim and Dive, LVC all-conference, four-year varsity member of Walled Lake Cobras Women's Water Polo, two-year captain of Cobras Water Polo, MWPA 2023 Player of the Week, and Cobras Offensive Player of the Year 2022.

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN

Parents: Jeffrey and Rebecca Burger

Commerce Twp.

Abigail graduated with highest academic honors, the Scholar Athlete Award, the President's Award for Academic Excellence, and an academic varsity letter. Abigail participated in varsity cross country, National Honor Society, book club, history club, AP psychology club, and track and field, and plans to attend Bowling Green State University as a member of the honors college, majoring in political science with a specialty in public administration.

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN

Parents: Brian and Marjorie Collins

Commerce Twp.

Michael graduated with highest academic honors, was an AP Scholar, member of National Honor Society, Lake Valley Conference Scholar Athlete and Commended National Merit Scholar. Michael participated in First Robotics Club (Lakers Robotics Team), Varsity Cross Country, Varsity Tennis, played trombone in Wind Ensemble, Marching Band and Pit Orchestra, pianist for Jazz Band, Classical Pianist (9 years), Kukkiwon Certified First Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, served as a Mathematics Tutor and was a community service volunteer at Grace Centers of Hope and Lakes Church. Plans to attend Kettering University to study electrical engineering.

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN

Parents: Amy and Jody Crossfield

Commerce

Nicholas graduated with highest academic honors, received the AP scholar award and was a commended NMSC Scholar and a NHS member. Nicholas participated in marching band all four years of high school, and has been a section leader, played in the pit orchestra for two of the school's musicals. Plans to study Aerospace Engineering at the University of Michigan.

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN

Parents: Kathleen and Steven Dreisbach

White Lake

Hunter graduated with highest academic honors and participated in varsity wrestling and club wrestling and plans to study Nursing at the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor.

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN

Parents: Steven and Emily Freitag

White Lake

Olivia graduated with highest academic honors, was a Capstone candidate, a member of the National Honor Society and the French Honor Society, and participated in Competitive Dance. Plans to attend Michigan State University to study Engineering or Business and try-out for the university's dance team.

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN

Parents: Sara and Alexander Gaulin

White Lake

Maysen graduated with highest academic honors, was an AP Capstone candidate with highest honors, NMSQT commendation, and received the Presidential Award for Educational Excellence, and an AP Lit Outstanding Essayist award. Maysen participated in symphony orchestra throughout high school, and the school musical during freshman and junior years. Plans to attend the University of Michigan, majoring in English.

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN

Parents: Michael and Kristen Lonsberry

Commerce Twp.

Amanda graduated with highest academic honors and received Outstanding Senior in Political Science Award, Outstanding Senior Leadership Award and a third year academic letter. Amanda is a member of the student council and served as secretary (senior year), member of the German club, NHS and board member of the AP Psych club. Amanda played soccer for the school and also club soccer for the Michigan Jaguars and has been a member of the Lakes Area Community Coalition Youth Action Board. Plans to attend Frederik Meijer Honors College at Grand Valley State University.

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN

Parents: Peter and Yin Thai

White Lake

Kasey graduated with highest academic honors, and received the AP Scholar with Honor Award and Academic Letter – 3 years, the George William Hamby and Libbie Beck scholarship from the University of Michigan and was named an AP Capstone Candidate. Kasey participated in NHS, NHS Tutoring Committee – Committee Chair (senior year), French NHS – Vice President (senior year) and French Club – 3 years, Secretary (junior year) and Vice President (senior year). Kasey participated in Orchestra: Concertmaster (1st chair, 1st violin) – 2 years, Pit Orchestra – 2 years and All-State Orchestra in sophomore and senior year. Plans to study astronomy and astrophysics in college to become a researcher, and possibly pursue a master's or Ph.D, with a minor in music and joining a college orchestra.

WALLED LAKE WESTERN HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Prabodh Deshmukh and Loredana Cimpean

Novi

A 4.413 student, Maya was a National Merit Scholarship finalist and received an AP Scholar with Distinction Award, AP Scholar Award, Junior Honor Guard and Scholar Athlete Award; participated in tennis, IASA (Indian American Student Association), forensics, OCA (Organized Charity Association), Serenade Women's Choir, a musical, National Honor Society, GSA (Gender-Sexuality Alliance), and plans to major in Bioengineering at Stanford University.

WALLED LAKE WESTERN HIGH SCHOOL

Parents: Ayush Saxena and Divya Shrivastava

Novi

A 4.0 student, Raaghav was a National Merit Scholar, Club President for DECA, participated in Varsity Soccer, manages a marketing firm – RARA Consultancy, teaches at KabirsPrep, and plans to major in Economics and Computer Science at Brown University.