Kayla Elise Anderson, daughter of Andy and Michelle Anderson of Candler, N.C. Kayla will graduate from Enka High School where she is president of the student body, first in her class, and has been voted “Most Likely to Succeed.” She is also a varsity cheerleader, member of Asheville Dance Theater, and organizer of Enka High’s Relay for Life. She plans to major in communication.

Isaac Oluwamayokun Owolabi II, son of Rev. Dr. Isaac and Abigail Owolabi, Swannanoa, N.C. Isaac will graduate from the N.C. School of Science & Mathematics where he is a residential life assistant, chair of the Africa Fest Committee, and officer in the Colours Gospel Choir. He also plays soccer, was a state finalist in track, and tutors with the Durham Outreach program. He plans to major in aerospace engineering.

Tyler Stuart Barry, son of Kenneth and Cathi Barry of Concord, N.C. Tyler will graduate from Jay M. Robinson High School where he is student body president, an AP Scholar with Distinction, a National Merit Scholarship semi-finalist and has been voted “Most Likely to Succeed.” He is the president of the Cabarrus County Youth Human Society and is a nationally and internationally ranked epee fencer. Tyler plans to major in animal science and become a zoological veterinarian.

Richard Taylor Fondren Jr., son of Rick and Lise Fondren of Beaufort, N.C. Taylor will graduate from Episcopal High School where he is the founder of the Libertarian Club and a contributer to the Chronicle, the school paper. He is also on the whitewater kayaking team at Episcopal and is an Eagle Scout with Troop 283 of Morehead City. He plans to major in computer science.

Taylor Craig Auten, son of George and Grace Auten of Hickory, N.C. Taylor will graduate from Hickory High School where he is student body president, Beta Club president, and a captain of the men’s soccer team. He also atttended North Carolina Governor’s School East and is a member of Northminister Presbyterian Church. He plans to major in engineering.

Taylor McLean Adams, son of Charles and Elizabeth Adams of Pittsboro, N.C. Taylor will graduate from Northwood High School where he is science club president, a member of the quiz bowl team, and a member of the National Honor Society. He is an all-state cross country and track and field runner, as well as cross country individual state champion, and a member of the Acting II Ensemble. He plans to major in aerospace engineering.

Natalie Marie Phillips, daughter of Jeff and Jennie Phillips of Bear Creek, N.C. Natalie will graduate from Chatham Central High School where she is student council president, yearbook editor, and a founder of S.A.V.E., a student-led volunteer organization. She also plays three varsity sports, teaches a vacation bible school class, and has initiated an annual community coat drive which has collected more than 1,000 coats to date. She plans to major in biology.

Rosa Marie McDonald, daughter of Bill and Denise McDonald, Shelby, North Carolina. Rosa will graduate from the N.C. School of Science and Mathematics where she is president of the National Society of Black Engineers, one of the captains of the varsity basketball team, and serves as a residential life assistant. She also participates in Durham Outreach, a club that tutors elementary students, and participates in the annual Multiple Sclerosis Walkathon in Shelby, N.C. Rosa plans to major in architecture.

Erika Rasche Gutierrez, daughter of Eric and the late Jayne Gutierrez of New Bern, N.C. Erika will graduate from the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics where she is a residential life assistant, president of the extreme club (an outdoors club), and the yearbook layout editor. She also is a violinist, volunteers with English as a second language program at Craven Community College, and has lettered in three sports. She plans to major in chemical engineering.

Elisabeth May Nifong, daughter of Tim and Jennifer Nifong of Durham, N.C. Elisabeth will graduate from C.E. Jordan High School where she is the treasurer of the Jordan National Honor Society, and a Spanish honor society member. She is also a member of the youth leadership team at Duke Memorial United Methodist Church. Elisabeth was co-captain of the 2003-04 Jordan High School winter guard, and a squad leader in the 2004 fall marching band. She also has adopted the road she lives on and cleans it regularly with her family. Elisabeth plans to major in biology.

Walter O'Neil Farabee, son of Walter and Carolyn Farabee of Winston-Salem, N.C. Walter will graduate from North Forsyth High School where he is vice-president of National Honor Society, the treasurer of student council and the vice-president of Spanish club and honor society. He is president of Host Homes Teen Council, and has been a volunteer at the American Red Cross and at the Samaritan’s Kitchen. He plans to major in economics.

Rachael Marie Huston, daughter of Todd and Betse Huston of Gastonia, N.C. Rachael will graduate from Forestview High School where she is vice president of the senior class, president of the Students Against Violence Everywhere club, and an international award-winning artist. Rachael plans to major in art and design.

Caroline Catherine Chamblee, daughter of Joyce Chamblee and the late David Chamblee of Greensboro, N.C. Caroline will graduate from Grimsley High School where she is president of the National Honor Society, president of the National Art Honor Society, and a varsity member of the swim team. She also is a Girl Scout Gold Award recipient. She plans to major in art and design or mathematics.

Katherine Jeanette Horner, daughter of Rick and Marie Horner of McLeansville, N.C., will graduate from Northeast High School where she is president of the student body, varsity cheerleader, women’s varsity soccer goalkeeper and has been voted “Best All Around.” Katherine also has been a reading tutor at Browns Summit Monticello Elementary School for the past four years. She is a leader in Fellowship of Christian Athletics and very active in her church youth group. Katherine plans to major in business management.

Kelly Elise Odom, daughter of Terry and Susan Odom, Greensboro, N.C. Kelly will graduate from Walter Hines Page High School where she is editor in chief of the yearbook, co-founder and president of the Page Friends club, and human relations chair on student council. She is also a member of Greensboro Dance Theatre's senior company and senior elite company. Weekly, she volunteers at Urban Ministries and at her dance studio teaching three- and four-year-olds. She plans to major in nutrition or graphic design.

Calvin Gregory Phelps, son of Norman and Connie Phelps of High Point, N.C. Calvin will graduate from High Point Central High School where he is secretary of the Junior Civitans Club, an IB diploma candidate, and an inductee in the French National Honors Society. He also is the teen leadership training director for his local Pathfinders Club, a tutor in geometry, algebra II, physics, and biology, and a four-time National Bible Bowl champion in the Senior Youth Division. He plans to major in aerospace engineering.

Josh Sommer, son of Dr. Simone Sommer of Greensboro, N.C. Josh will graduate from Western Guilford High School where he is president of National Honor Society, vice president of math club, and has been voted “Most Likely to Succeed.” He is also the chairman of Youth Leadership Greensboro. Recently, he was a semifinalist in the Siemens Westinghouse Science Competition for a research project on indoor air quality. Josh plans to major in mechanical engineering.

Sarah Kathryn Elks, daughter of Lee and Patricia Elks of Roanoke Rapids, N.C. Sarah will graduate from Roanoke Rapids High School where she is vice president of the senior class, vice president of National Honor Society, and was voted homecoming queen. She also was the number-one seed on the tennis team and leads a volunteer project for local rest homes. She plans to major in biochemistry.

Ashley Marie McPhail, daughter of Richard and Linda McPhail of Shannon, N.C. Ashley will graduate from Hoke County High School where she is parliamentarian of Health Occupational Students of America (HOSA), the treasurer of National Honor Society (NHS), and has been voted “Most Talented.” She is the assistant director for her church drama team and the co-captain for the girls’ volleyball team. She plans to major in biochemistry.

Joshua Allen Maust, son of Blair and Jan Maust, Clayton, N.C. Josh will graduate from West Johnston High School where he is a leadership team member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, captain of the cross country team, and plays tennis. He also is an Eagle Scout, a member of the National Honor Society, and is active in his church and youth group. He plans to major in mechanical engineering.

John Davis Coggin, son of Thomas and Frances Coggin of Sanford, N.C. John will graduate from Lee County High School where he is president of the National Honor Society, president of the Future Business Leaders of America, and captain of the academic team. He also is active in the youth group and Boy Scout troop at First Baptist Church and volunteers at the Temple Theatre. He plans to major in history or meteorology.

Caitlin Elyse Lubatty, daughter of Thomas A. Lubatty and Jacqueline E. Lubatty of Cornelius, N.C. Caitlin will graduate from Hopewell High School where she is co-president of Spanish National Honor Society, special project manager for Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), and secretary of the National Technical Honor Society. She also received the Girl Scout Gold Award and is a member of the National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society. She plans to major in textile and apparel management/textile design.

Harrison Blake Dudley, son of David and Laura Dudley of Rocky Mount, N.C. Harrison will graduate from Northern Nash Senior High School where he a member of the National Honor Society and has been voted “Most Likely to Succeed.” He also has taken two mission trips to Mexico, tutors at the Bassett Center’s afterschool program, and trains and competes show horses. He is undecided in his major.

David Joseph Bleaking, son of Dan and Barb Bleaking, Wilmington, N.C. David will graduate from John T. Hoggard High School where he is captain of the woodwind section of the Marching Vikings, a member of the Science Olympiad, Beta Club, and National Honor Society. David attended Governor’s School East in 2003, is an Eagle Scout from Troop 232 in Wrightsville Beach, and is president and pipe major of the Cape Fear Highlanders Youth Bagpipe Band. He plans to major in engineering.

Christopher Michael Bukowski, son of Tim and Naomi Bukowski of Chapel Hill, N.C. Chris will graduate from Chapel Hill High School where he is a member of academic quiz bowl, treasurer of math club, and vice president of the marching band. He also plays travel ice hockey with Team Pepsi and is an active member of Boy Scout Troop 39. He plans to major in aerospace engineering.

Jeffrey Daniel Hoffmann, son of Deborah Lynn and Daniel Fredrick Hoffmann of Chapel Hill, N.C. Jeffrey will graduate from East Chapel Hill High School where he is captain of the East Chapel Hill football team, former president of Habitat for Humanity, and team captain of the Chapel Hill rugby team. He also has had 11 years of classical piano training, which he uses when volunteering at Triangle Presbyterian Church. He plans to major in biomedical engineering.

Adam Ryan Ballance, son of Tim and Paige Balance of Greenville, N.C. Adam will graduate from Junius H. Rose High School where he is Link Crew commissioner, cross country captain and Science Honor Society president. He also volunteers at the local Food Bank, serves on the human relations council for the City of Greenville, and is a marshal for the Greenville Junior Cotillion. He plans to major in biology.

Yian-Hope Lu, daughter of Qun Lu and Yan-Hua Chen of Greenville, N.C. Hope will graduate from Junius H. Rose High School where she is senior class vice-president, Science Honor Society vice-president, and Pitt County’s Junior Miss for 2005. She has been a volunteer for Special Olympics and is a co-author on a cancer research paper publication in the Journal of Neuroscience. Hope plans to major in chemistry.

Kristopher Michael Kleiner, son of Michael and Darla Kleiner, Columbus, N.C. Kristopher will graduate from the N.C. School of Science and Mathematics where he is editor-in-chief of the newspaper “The Stentorian,” a multicultural peer counselor, and a research student and senior mentor in the Research in Biology class. He also volunteers at Rutherford Hospital, acts in drama and musical theatre productions, and is a member of the Science Olympiad and academic team. He plans to major in English.

Cameron David Cooper, son of Craig and Kathy Cooper of Randleman, N.C. Cameron will graduate from Randleman High School where he is first in his class, president of the Beta Club and has been voted “Best All Around.” He also has earned the rank of Eagle Scout, runs cross country and track and field, and is highly involved with Relay For Life and disaster-relief programs. Cameron plans to major in mechanical engineering.

Ryan Reynolds Neely III, son of Anne and Reynolds Neely of Asheboro, N.C. Ryan will graduate from the North Carolina School of Science and Math where he is a member of the school improvement group, a member of the research in chemistry group and active in humanities research with an emphasis on American history. He is also an Eagle Scout, president of the NCSSM Cheese Club and loves surfing. He plans to major in geophysics and history.

Lucia Anne Parker, daughter of Jim and Maria Parker of Lumberton, N.C. Lucia will graduate from Lumberton High School where she is involved in National Honor Society and has been voted “Best All Around” as well as being chosen as an outstanding senior. She also leads music at a morning church service and is captain of her cross country and swim teams. She is undecided about her college major.

Bradford Kyle Held, son of Mabel F. Held of Clinton, N.C. Kyle will graduate from Clinton High School where he is currently first in his class, drum major of the CHS Marching Band and a member of the cross country team. He also volunteers as an assistant scoutmaster for Boy Scout Troop 80 and interns with Super Soil Systems USA, Inc. He plans to major in business.

Jonathan Blake Tucker, son of Joy and Anthony Mungo, Monroe, N.C. Jonathan will graduate from Monroe High School where he is president of the French Club, a senior class representative, and treasurer of the National Honor Society. He also participates in the Meals on Wheels program, tutors elementary school children, and seeks to improve the social standings of the bi-racial population. He plans to major in biological sciences.

Philip Pinckney Boyne, son of Jack and Nan Boyne of Raleigh, N.C. Philip will graduate from Needham B. Broughton High School where he is a Spanish teacher to faculty members, a director of theatre productions and a member of the National Honor Society. He also is an elected youth commissioner at the Church of the Good Shepherd and a regular nonpaid improv comedy performer at Comedyworx. He plans to major in physics.

Kaylan Alyssa Christofferson, daughter of Sarah Christofferson of Cary, N.C. Kaylan will graduate from Green Hope High School where she is president of campus improvement club, treasurer of National Honor Society and a member of the dance team. She also participates in Cary Teen Council, student council and varsity lacrosse. She plans to major in business and psychology.

Carrie Virginia McMillan, daughter of Roy McMillan and Lyn Flammia McMillan of Raleigh, N.C. Carrie will graduate from Jesse O. Sanderson High school where she is student body vice president, news editor of the school newspaper, The Sandscript, and a committee chair in Sanderson’s National Honor Society. She also volunteers at New Bern House, the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and Capital Towers retirement community. She plans to major in history.

Ryan Brent Nilsen, son of Bob and Ginger Nilsen, Raleigh, N.C. Ryan will graduate from Millbrook High School where he is the president of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, the president of National Honors Society, and heavily involved in the drama department. He also is a leader in Grace Community Church’s youth group, leading worship and participating in mission trips to Mexico, Jamaica, and Washington, D.C. He plans to major in mechanical engineering.

Sonya Vipul Patel, daughter of Vipul and Rekha Patel of Cary, N.C. Sonya will graduate from William G. Enloe High School where she is senior class president, a member of the medical bio-science academy, and an International Baccalaureate diploma candidate. She also plays soccer with the Capital Area Soccer League, performs folk and classical forms of Indian dance, and teaches classes at her Hindu Sunday school. She plans to major in biomedical engineering.

Molly Elizabeth Tully, daughter of Paulette Tully of Wake Forest, N.C. Molly will graduate from Wake Forest-Rolesville High School where she is editor of the high school newspaper, The Forest Fire, co-captain of the varsity soccer team and has been voted as an outstanding senior. She also tutors other students and serves as a volunteer soccer coach. She plans to major in chemistry with a pre-medical emphasis.

Tamara Patrice Gibbs, daughter of Harris and Mary Anne Gibbs, Dudley, N.C. Tamara will graduate from Southern Wayne High School where she is executive board vice president of the student government association, the vice president of Interschool Council, and was voted “Southern Wayne September Student of the Month 2004” by the school faculty. She also serves as juror, defense attorney and prosecuting attorney in Teen Court of Wayne County. She is devotional leader, choir directress, and secretary at her church, and she is a member of the Quiz Bowl Team. She plans to major in architecture.

Ashelyn Nicole James, daughter of Elvin and Mary Kay James of Goldsboro, N.C. Ashelyn will graduate from Goldsboro High School where she is president of the National Honor Society, on the executive board of the student government association, and captain of the varsity volleyball and basketball teams. She also volunteers with various organizations that assist children and works closely with several community improvement programs. She plans to major in electrical engineering.

Anem Waheed, daughter of Waheed and Shabana Akhtar of Goldsboro, N.C. Anem will graduate from Charles B. Aycock High School where she is president of the Health Occupations Students of America, National Honor Society and the student body. She also volunteers at the hospital. She plans to major in biology.

Nicole Louise Paget, daughter of Ted and Donna Paget of Peoria, Ariz. Nicole will graduate from Sunrise Mountain High School where she is state central region vice president for the Arizona Future Business Leaders of America and president of the speech and debate team. She also is an active member in Civil Air Patrol, an auxilary of the U.S. Air Force. She plans to major in both political science and Spanish.

Meghan Elizabeth Craven, daughter of Linda and Herschel Craven of Gulf Breeze, Fla. Meghan will graduate from Gulf Breeze High School where she is the lieutenant governor of Key Club, the UNICEF chairperson for the Florida District of Key Club, and the co-president of the forensic science club. She also volunteers as a group leader for Kidz Under Construction, serves as a peer counselor at Gulf Breeze High School, and is an active youth member at the Gulf Breeze Presbyterian Church. She plans to major in chemical engineering.

Adna Pranata Muliawan, son of Johan and Ina Muliawan of Atlanta, Ga. Adna will graduate from Marist High School where he is president of the Latin Honor Society and a captain of the academic team and marching band. He also has begun a system of tutoring underclassmen in Latin online, and plays trumpet weekly in the contemporary ensemble for his church. Adna plans to major in biochemistry.

Veronica Hui, daughter of Ki Ching and Oi Kiu Hui of Chicago, Ill. Veronica will graduate from Lincoln Park High School where she is a high-standing International Baccalaureate diploma candidate, a senior representative of Key Club, and the assistant secretary and helper of the college room at her high school. She also has been a volunteer counselor and tutor of the Haines Park District Program, and a math team competitor. She plans to major in chemistry.

Marlana Reneé Sheridan, daughter of Marlon and Romona Sheridan of Covington, La. Marlana will graduate from the Louisiana School for Math, Science and Art where she is an ambassador and a mentor. She also volunteers at a local nursing home and is a member of Habitat for Humanity. She plans to major in biologial sciences.

William Quinton Knight, son of Nancy Marie Knight and William Arthur Knight, Annapolis, Md. William will graduate from Broadneck High School where he is active in National Honor Society, president of the computer hardware club, and a member of the recycling club. He also is a recent Eagle Scout, volunteers at Noah’s Ark Wildlife Center, and is an intern at Arinc in Annapolis. He plans to major in computer engineering.

Joseph Robert Jackson, son of James and Suzanne Jackson of Harrison Township, Mich. Joseph will graduate from L’Anse Creuse High School where he is president of the National Honor Society and has performed more than 200 hours of community service. He also plays travel ice hockey and volunteers at St. John’s Hospital in Detroit. He plans to major in biology.

Glenna Matthews Wink, daughter of Jim and Joyce Wink, Morley, Mich. Glenna will graduate from Morley Stanwood High School where she is a member of the varsity golf team and vice president of the National Honor Society. She also enjoys working on scientific research projects, running and participating in her church youth group. She plans to major in biochemistry.

Camille Palencia Avestruz, daughter of Fred and Suzanne Avestruz of New York, N.Y. Camille will graduate from Phillips Exeter Academy where she is co-head of the debate team, co-captain of the dance company, and co-head of the Indian and tap dance clubs. She also plays the piano, sings, and volunteers her time to tutor in science and math. She plans to major in physics.

Shawna Christine Buerkle, daughter of William and Karen Buerkle of Charleston, S.C. Shawna will graduate from the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics where she is co-captain of the varsity volleyball team, treasurer of the Spanish Honors Society, and has been voted “Most Likely to Make Insane Amounts of Money.” She is a volunteer at Sandy Memorial Animal Hospital and participated in a summer research internship with the Department of Natural Resources Marine Infectious Disease Laboratory Division at Hollings Marine Laboratory on James Island. She plans to major in biology.

Molly Elizabeth McCloskey, daughter of Joe and Melissa McCloskey, Columbia, S.C. Molly will graduate from Spring Valley High School where she is president of National Honor Society and a member of the Beta Club. She also helped plan an American Red Cross Blood Drive at her school. She plans to major in industrial engineering.