Aidan Baker – Pensacola Catholic: Aidan Baker holds a 4.0 GPA and is currently the Valedictorian of his senior class. Baker is also a National Merit Commended Student, Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction, and a Florida Boys State Delegate. His athletic participation is commendable, being a dual-sport athlete in track and field and cross country and competing multiple times in regional and state tournaments. Baker is active in Student Government and other organizations, holding positions such as Student Council Class Representative, Student Body Treasurer, and being a part of National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta. Baker contributes to many clubs including: The Wounded Warrior Project Club, Crusader Workshop Team, Saint Vincent DePaul Club, and the Math Team. He has earned many awards and recognition throughout his time on the Math Team, earning multiple American Mathematics Competition and Nicholas S. Walker Math Competition Awards. He has earned over 250 community service hours, contributing to his community as an Altar Server, STEM Peer Tutor, and Summer Teen Science Communication Volunteer. The son of Robert and Edith Baker, he plans on attending the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland to study mechanical engineering.
 
Carolina Boque-Echavez – First Academy Leesburg: Excelling in both academics and leadership, Carolina Boque-Echavez holds a 4.0 GPA and is recognized as an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction, College Board National Hispanic Recognition, and the Gold Florida Seal of Biliteracy. An accomplished athlete, Boque-Echavez has competed in basketball, softball, and tennis, and received the Basketball Leadership Award. Her leadership extends to student government, where she serves as Senior Class President. She is also the Vice President of Key Club, Vice President of the Hispanic Honor Society, Chaplain of the National Honor Society, and Secretary of the Active Minds Club. Additionally, she is involved in the Theater Program as an actress. Committed to service, Boque-Echavez has mentored students in an after-school program for 250 hours, volunteered 34 hours with Vacation Bible School, contributed 20 hours at a preschool, and participated in a 40-hour mission trip. Boque-Echavez is the daughter of Miguel Boque and Maria Echavez and will attend the University of Florida in Gainesville, where she plans to study pre-medicine.
 
Harper Bowman – Belleview: Graduating as the Valedictorian of Belleview High School with a 4.0 GPA, Harper Bowman is an AICE Diploma recipient. As a multi-sport athlete, Bowman has excelled in weightlifting, baseball, football, and track and field. Bowman finished in the top ten at the Florida High School Girls Weightlifting State Championships in 2023 and finished third at the Florida High School Girls Weightlifting State Championships in in 2024. She was recognized as Marion County Weightlifter of the Year and has earned three-time All-County Athletic and Academic Awards. In leadership, Bowman has served as the Senior Class Vice President of the Student Government Association and has been an active SGA member. She has also held positions as National Honor Society Treasurer, Drama Club Secretary and Vice President, and Student Television Network President. Additionally, she has contributed to school athletics as a sports announcer for baseball and football. Bowman has dedicated her time to community service, volunteering with the food pantry at United Methodist, serving as a school sports announcer, assisting with school events, and working with Save Crystal River. She is the daughter of Shawn and Keri Bowman and plans to pursue a degree in journalism at the University of Florida in Gainesville.
 
Herman Brames – Clearwater Central Catholic: Herman Brames holds a 4.0 GPA and is a distinguished scholar, earning membership in the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, the Social Studies Honor Society, the English Honor Society, the Science Honor Society, and the World Language Honor Society. A two-sport athlete, he competed in both soccer and tennis, helping lead his tennis team to a district runner-up finish and his soccer team to the regional semifinals, showcasing his competitive spirit and dedication to athletics. Beyond the field, Brames served as Senior Class President, Student Body Treasurer, and a member of the Executive Council. He also founded and served as Vice President of the Math Competition Club and was the Director of Events on the Ambassador Board. Brames has accumulated over 330 hours of community service through his involvement with organizations such as Cross Out Cancer, Red and Gold Summer Soccer Camp, Global SAT Volunteer Tutoring, Water for Mercy, the BayCare Kids Summer Program, and St. Joseph’s Children’s Wellness and Safety Center. He is the son of Herman and Mary Jo Brames and plans to study finance and mathematics at the University of Florida in Gainesville.
 
Braelen Cintron – Braddock (Miami): Braelen Cintron has maintained a 4.0 GPA and earned recognition as a Silver Knight General Scholarship Nominee. A dedicated athlete, Cintron has competed in basketball, volleyball, and softball, receiving the Scholar Athlete Award in all three sports. Beyond athletics, Cintron has demonstrated exceptional leadership, serving as the founding president of the National Athletic Honor Society, President of the World Language Honor Society, Vice President of Mu Alpha Theta, Treasurer of the National Honor Society and Future Business Leaders of America, and Historian of Rho Kappa. Her commitment to community service includes 80 hours tutoring middle school students, 300 hours dedicated to community fundraising efforts, 160 hours assisting with My Home Doctor clinical visits, 120 hours providing horseback riding lessons for children, and 70 hours organizing school drives. Cintron, the daughter of John Cintron and Jany Sanchez, will attend the University of Miami in Coral Gables, where she will pursue a degree in pre-medicine.
 
Geniva Collins – Everglades City: Geniva Collins has distinguished herself academically, graduating as the Valedictorian of Everglades City with a 4.0 GPA and earning FACA All-Academic honors. A multi-sport athlete, Collins has served as captain for the basketball, volleyball, and softball teams. She was named a Paradise Coast First Team All-Conference player in basketball, a CCP District All-Star, and received the Volleyball Leadership Award. Her leadership extends to student government, where she serves as Student Government President. She is also a Collier County Superintendent Student Advisor Council member, an Everglades City School Advisory Committee representative, and an active member of the debate club. Collins has contributed significantly to her community, volunteering 250 hours with the Everglades City Historical Society and serving as a Youth Leadership Council member for Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. The daughter of Richard and Tina, Collins will be attending the University of South Florida in Tampa, where she plans to study mathematics education.
 
Grace Finneran – St. Thomas Aquinas (Fort Lauderdale): Grace Finneran maintains a 4.0 GPA and has earned recognition as an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction, a National Merit Commended Scholar, and an Aquinas Veritas Scholar. A standout athlete in cross country and track and field, Finneran was named the 2024 Sun-Sentinel and Miami Herald Cross Country Runner of the Year. She also secured the runner-up position at the Florida High School Cross Country State Championships, demonstrating her exceptional talent and dedication to her sport. Beyond athletics, Finneran has taken on multiple leadership roles within her school. She serves as a core leader and co-vice president of Campus Ministry, as well as vice president and co-president of the St. Thomas Fellowship of Christians. Additionally, she leads as a St. Thomas Student Ambassador and is an active member of several honor societies, including the Italian, Science, English, and Athletic Honor Societies. Her commitment to service is evident through her extensive volunteer work, accumulating over 500 hours. She has served on the Church by the Sea Serve Team, contributed to STA Campus Ministry, volunteered with the Plantation Swim Team, and assisted at Plantation Christian Preschool. She is daughter of David and Nicole and plans to attend either the University of Florida in Gainesville or the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virigina, where she will study landscape architecture.
 
Collin Gibbons – Oviedo: Collin Gibbons holds a 4.0 GPA and is ranked second in his senior class. An Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction, he is also a Beta Club Science State Champion and National Finalist. Throughout his high school career, Gibbons has excelled in athletics, earning varsity letters in swimming and diving as well as water polo. He helped lead his water polo team to a district championship and served as captain of the swimming and diving team while securing a regional championship in the sport. Beyond athletics, Gibbons has played a significant role in student government, serving as Parliamentarian and Vice President of the Student Government Association (SGA), in addition to representing his school as the Lion mascot. Gibbons is deeply committed to community service, accumulating over 400 hours, including 250 hours as an Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America and 150 hours as a USA Swimming Athlete Representative. The son of Matthew and Karen Gibbons, he plans to study engineering at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana.
 
Kai Guth – Coral Shores (Tavernier): Kai Guth holds a 4.0 GPA and ranks third in her graduating class. An Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction, Guth has demonstrated a strong academic record, earning recognition for her dedication to excellence in the classroom. As a student-athlete, Guth competed in cross country and tennis, excelling as a member of the Coral Shores cross country team. She was named team MVP and earned a spot on the All-County Cross Country Team for her outstanding performances. Beyond athletics, Guth has taken on numerous leadership roles in student organizations. Guth serves as president of both the Interact Club and the National Honor Society, is a member of the Islamorada Youth Council and Key Club and leads as editor-in-chief of the yearbook. Additionally, she is an active competitor on the Mu Alpha Theta math competition team. Guth has also dedicated significant time to community service, amassing over 600 hours with the Miami Open, Village of Islamorada Youth Council and Interact Club. Guth is the daughter of Mitchell and Laura and plans to study biochemistry at the University of Florida in Gainesville.
 
Brandon Ha – Clearwater Central Catholic: Brandon Ha has demonstrated academic excellence with a 4.0 GPA while actively engaging in athletics, leadership, and service. A multi-sport athlete, Ha has competed in basketball, track and field, lacrosse, and soccer. Beyond athletics, he has taken on leadership roles in student government, serving as a Homeroom Representative, Class President, and Executive Vice President. Additionally, he holds leadership positions as Vice President of Morningstar Amigos and Secretary of Catholic Relief Services. Ha is also a dedicated member of numerous honor societies, including the National Honor Society, English Honor Society, Math Honor Society, Art Honor Society, Science Honor Society, Social Studies Honor Society, and World Language Honor Society. Committed to service, Ha has accumulated over 290 hours of community service, including contributions to Morningstar Amigos peer group for a special needs school, Catholic Relief Services, Water for Mercy, and Model UN. The son of Nhan and Kim Ha, he will be attending Florida State University in Tallahassee, where he plans to study architecture.
 
Anna Lavernia – Ransom Everglades (Miami): Graduating from Ransom Everglades with a 3.98 GPA, Anna Lavernia has distinguished herself academically, including participation in the prestigious Yale Young Global Scholars program for Innovation in Science and Technology. An accomplished athlete, Lavernia has competed in soccer, cross country, and track and field, serving as a team captain across multiple sports. In student leadership, she serves as Vice President of both the HealthcaRE Club and the RE Spirit Club, while also contributing to the Ransom Everglades Speech and Debate team as a varsity coach, mentoring younger members. Her dedication to community service includes 100 hours with A Soccer Life Foundation, 50 hours with the Health Information Project, 40 hours with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and 40 hours as a virtual tutor for students in Miami and Colombia. Lavernia is the daughter of Carlos and Caridad and is currently undecided on her college selection.
 
Jack Liuzzo – Bishop Kenny (Jacksonville): Jack Liuzzo holds a 4.0 GPA, ranks second in his class, and is an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction. Liuzzo is also a National Merit Scholar and holds membership in six Honor Societies. Liuzzo participated as a dual athlete in track and field and cross country, with multiple state medals for different individual and team events in both sports. Liuzzo will finish his high school athletic career in Bishop Kenny’s school record book for the 5k. Liuzzo has also played a large role in student government and other organizations; holding positions of student council senator and student government treasurer. Liuzzo participates in multiple clubs, serving as the Interact Club President, Saint Vincent DePaul Club Treasurer, and National Honor Society Treasurer. Liuzzo has also earned over 300 community service hours through various community events, bible school, and youth groups. He is the son of Joe and Tania Liuzzo and plans on attending the University of Florida in Gainesville to study computer science or engineering.
 
Casey Manno – Ransom Everglades (Miami): Casey Manno holds a 4.0 GPA and has earned recognition as an Advanced Placement Scholar with Honor and the Ransom Everglades Seal of Biliteracy. A dedicated multi-sport athlete, Manno has competed in water polo, soccer, and swimming throughout high school. In water polo, Manno was named to the Miami-Dade Second Team All-Dade. In soccer, she earned an Honorable Mention from Miami-Dade, and in swimming, she was recognized on the Miami-Dade Third Team All-Dade. Manno has also been actively involved in student organizations and leadership roles. She is a member of Mu Alpha Theta, the Science National Honor Society, and the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica. Additionally, she serves as vice president of Students Against Gun Violence and as a board member for the Health Information Project, reflecting a strong commitment to advocacy and public health awareness. Community service has been a cornerstone of Manno’s high school experience. She participated in the ILAC Medical Mission Trip, contributing 140 hours of service, and volunteered for 90 hours at the Plymouth Preschool Camp. She is the daughter of Peter and Elaine Manno and plans to study public health in college.

Emma Mansfield – P.K. Yonge (Gainesville): Graduating from P.K. Yonge with a 4.0 GPA, Emma Mansfield has excelled in academics, athletics, and leadership throughout her high school career. A standout multi-sport athlete, she competed in baseball, softball, and soccer for all four years of high school. She made history as the first girl in school history to start a varsity baseball game and was a key starter on P.K. Yonge’s first-ever state championship-qualifying soccer team. Beyond athletics, Mansfield has been an active member of the National Honor Society and Key Club. She is also a registered member of the Cherokee Nation through Tahlequah, Oklahoma, advocating for tribal rights and representation. Her commitment to community service is evident in her 190+ volunteer hours. She has worked as a youth soccer camp coach and as a TOP Soccer counselor, helping teach soccer and life skills to students with learning differences. Mansfield is the daughter of Curtis Mansfield and Heather Tree and will attend Jacksonville University in Jacksonville, where she plans to study social work.
 
Elizabeth McClure – Bolles (Jacksonville): Elizabeth McClure holds a 4.0 GPA and is an Advanced Placement Scholar with Honors and Advanced Placement Scholar with WE Service Recognition. She ranks in the top 10% of her class, demonstrating her commitment to academic excellence. McClure was a key contributor to her school’s cross country and track and field teams. She helped lead the cross country team to a state championship title as well as a state runner-up finish. Individually, she placed in the top 25 at the state track and field championships, highlighting her dedication to athletics. Beyond sports, McClure has been actively involved in student government and leadership. She served as a class honor council representative during her sophomore, junior, and senior years and was named co-president of the honor council. Additionally, she founded and captained the Bolles Speech Team, leading them to two state championships. She also served as treasurer of the Bolles Supporting First Responders Club. McClure has dedicated her time to various community service efforts, accumulating over 225 hours through roles such as Miramar Animal Hospital Assistant, Lower School Teacher’s Assistant, and contributions through club activities. The daughter of Auburn and Cathy McClure, she plans to attend the University of Florida in Gainesville, where she will study pre-medicine.
 
Christian McGarity – Episcopal (Jacksonville): Christian McGarity maintains a 4.0 GPA and has been accepted to Florida State University in Tallahassee, where he plans to study pre-medicine. He is the son of Charlie and Jennifer McGarity. A dedicated member of several honor societies, including the National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta Honor Society, and National Spanish Honor Society, McGarity has consistently excelled academically throughout his high school career. In athletics, he has made a significant impact on both the football and wrestling teams. A two-time state placer and two-time wrestling MVP, he has accumulated over 150 career wins and served as captain of both teams, demonstrating his leadership and athletic prowess. Beyond sports, McGarity is heavily involved in extracurricular activities. He serves as an officer in the National Honor Society, is a Drug-Free Duval Ambassador, and founded and presides over the Tim Callahan Foundation Club. His commitment to community service is extensive, with over 260 volunteer hours. He has contributed as a volunteer coach for the Tim Callahan Foundation, a camp counselor at Episcopal School of Jacksonville, a tutor, and an orientation counselor.
 
Adrian Muelle – Belen Jesuit (Miami): Adrian Muelle has excelled academically with a 4.0 GPA, earning recognition as an Advanced Placement Scholar with Honor and receiving the National Hispanic Recognition Award. A dedicated athlete, Muelle has competed in both football and soccer, earning 2023 Football All-Dade Honorable Mention. His leadership extends beyond athletics, serving as Student Council Vice President and being recognized with the Belen Jesuit Leadership Award. He is also an active member of the National Honor Society, National Science Honor Society, National English Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, and Key Club. Muelle has made a meaningful impact through community service, contributing to Key Club, Belen Youth Missions, and volunteering with the Dolphin Cancer Challenge and Children’s Holiday at North. Muelle is the son of Alejandro and Christina Muelle and will be attending the University of Florida in Gainesville, where he plans to study industrial engineering.
 
Leonard Pisciotto – American Heritage (Delray Beach): Leonard Pisciotto holds a 4.0 GPA and is a member of the National Honor Society, demonstrating his commitment to academic excellence. Throughout his high school career, Pisciotto was a multi-sport athlete, competing in football, lacrosse, and basketball. His dedication to athletics was matched by his leadership in student organizations, where he was an active member of the Scholar-Athlete Club, Education Rocks Club, Pre-Business Society, and served as a Student Ambassador. Pisciotto’s passion for service is evident in his extensive volunteer work. He dedicated 300 hours to A Second Chance, an organization that fosters animals, and contributed 200 hours to Education Rocks, a program focused on educational empowerment. Pisciotto is the son of Leonard and Jennifer and will continue his academic journey at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, Tennessee where he plans to study finance.
 
Marco Prieguez – Belen Jesuit (Miami): Marco Prieguez holds a 4.0 GPA and is an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction and a College Board National Hispanic Recognition Scholar. He is an active member of several honor societies, including Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society, Rho Kappa, Science National Honor Society, and Spanish Honor Society. In athletics, Prieguez has contributed to the success of the Belen Jesuit cross-country and track and field teams. As a three-time Florida High School Cross Country Team State Champion, he earned recognition as First-Team All-District and First-Team All-Region, as well as achieving an impressive fifth place individual finish at the state championships. He also qualified for the Florida Highs School Track and Field State Championships. He is also an active member of several clubs, including serving as an Executive Board Member for both the DECA Business Club and the Mock Trial Team, and participating in the Just Humanity Club. His commitment to community service includes volunteering with organizations such as the Miami Learning Experience, Fundación Hermanos de la Calle, Teach Hope Spread Love, and Just Humanity. The son of Manual Prieguez and Luz Balandra plans to study philosophy, politics, and economics at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
 
Stevan Ridder – Oviedo: Stevan Ridder holds a 4.0 GPA and is the Salutatorian of his senior class. An Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction, Ridder has demonstrated exceptional academic achievement throughout his high school career. In athletics, he has been a standout in both football and lacrosse, serving as the three-year varsity lacrosse captain and earning the title of varsity lacrosse MVP. Ridder was also named First Team All-Conference Attack for lacrosse. In student government, Ridder has served as Junior Class President and Senior Class President, as well as a member of the Student Government Association (SGA), further exemplifying his dedication to leadership and service. He co-founded and co-presides over the Engineering Club and is also the coach and leader of the Pickleball Club. Ridder is committed to community service, volunteering with UA Rise Volunteer Flag Football Coach and First United Methodist Church of Oviedo. He is the son of Stevan and Blythe Ridder and plans to study engineering at either Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia or the University of Florida in Gainesville.  
 
Nicole Rivero – Miami Country Day: Nicole Rivero has achieved academic success with a 3.83 GPA, earning recognition as a Garners Scholar and a member of the Upper School Director’s List. A standout multi-sport athlete, Rivero has played varsity lacrosse and soccer, serving as captain of the lacrosse team. She was named to the Second Team All-Dade County for lacrosse and competed with the USA South Florida National Team. Additionally, she contributed to back-to-back soccer district championships. Beyond athletics, Rivero has been a leader in student organizations. She serves as president of the Mental Health Student Association, is a peer counselor, and works as a student ambassador. She is also a member of the National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, National English Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, and the Jack Dubois Social Studies Honor Society. Rivero has dedicated significant time to community service. She serves as a social media intern for the Kennedy Kids Foundation and created the “Did You Know?” campaign, contributing 250 hours of service. She is the daughter or Manuel and Lourdes Rivero and plans to study business and marketing in college.
 
Jake Stansbury – American Heritage (Delray Beach): Jake Stansbury holds a 3.96 GPA and is a National Merit Semifinalist. A National Spanish Exam Gold Medalist, he has excelled academically throughout his high school career. On the soccer field, Stansbury has been a key player, serving as team captain and leading as the top goal scorer. His leadership and skill have made him a standout in the sport. Beyond athletics, Stansbury is highly involved in student government. He serves as the District 5 Treasurer for the Florida Association of Student Councils, the Executive Parliamentarian of the Student Government Association, and the President of the Membership Motivation Committee. In addition to his leadership roles, Stansbury is the Volunteer Coordinator for the Science National Honor Society and a Volunteer Student Ambassador at the Boynton Beach Soup Kitchen. His dedication to community service is remarkable, with over 400 volunteer hours contributed to various causes, including the Boynton Beach Soup Kitchen, Bright House Day Camp, and the Student Government Association. The son of William and Sophia Stansbury, he plans to study biology at either the University of Florida in Gainesville or the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana.
 
Ethan Sullivan – Ransom Everglades (Miami): Ethan Sullivan holds a 4.0 GPA and has earned numerous academic distinctions, including Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction, Cum Laude Honors, Bryan Cameron Impact Scholar, and Coolidge Senator. Athletically, Sullivan has excelled across multiple sports, competing in cross country, swimming and diving, water polo, and track and field. He is a three-time cross country state qualifier, a swimming state finalist, and a school record holder. Additionally, he has competed as a track and field state finalist and has been named a three-time USA Triathlon All-American, demonstrating his versatility and dedication in endurance sports. Beyond athletics, Sullivan has been a leader in student government, serving as both Class President and a Representative for the Student Government Association. He is also deeply involved in academic and extracurricular clubs, serving as President of Mu Alpha Theta and as a Project Leader for the Boy Scouts of America. Sullivan’s commitment to service is evident in his extensive volunteer work, having served 140 hours as a Senior Patrol Leader, 80 hours in environmental sustainability efforts, and 40 hours as an advocate and fundraiser for the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. He is the son of John Sullivan and Ivette Motola and will attend Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire to study pre-medicine.
 
Ella Ziegler– Saint Stephen’s (Bradenton): Graduating as the valedictorian of Saint Stephen’s with a 4.0 GPA, Ella Ziegler is a member of the Cum Laude Society and an Advanced Placement Scholar with Honor. She is the daughter of Scott and Mary Louise Ziegler. A dedicated athlete, Ziegler has competed in cross country, track and field, and weightlifting, serving as the cross-country team captain while qualifying for regionals in both track and field and weightlifting. In student leadership, she has served as Student Government Treasurer, a member of the Chapel Council, and Student Chaplain. She is the recipient of the Anne Frank Humanitarian Award and the Johns Hopkins Book Award. Additionally, she has played a key role in the Mam’selles Service Club as New Member Coordinator and Vice President and has participated in the Student Diversity Leadership Conference and the Washington Youth Summit on the Environment. Ziegler is also committed to service, volunteering with Mote Marine High School and coordinating field days for the Boys and Girls Club. Ziegler’s future college plans are currently undecided.