Class of 2024 Valedictorians and Salutatorians

CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Valedictorian
Joshua Purington

GPA: 4.6863
College and area of study: Univ. of Florida for Computer Science
Parents: Jacqueline and Jonathan Purington

Salutatorian
Madalyn Sapia

GPA: 4.6583
College and area of study: Reformation Bible College for Theology
Parents: Rhonda and James Sapia

F.W. SPRINGSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL

Valedictorian
Marcelo Lam

GPA: 4.79250
College: University of Florida
Area of study: Aerospace Engineering
Parents: Claudia Leguizamon

Salutatorian
Allan An

WEEKI WACHEE HIGH SCHOOL

Valedictorian
Jasmine Tavares

Unweighted GPA of 3.9 and weighted GPA of 4.62
Parents: Sergio and Michelle Tavares
Jasmine is interested in pursuing a career in law.
She will attend FSU in the fall.

Salutatorian
Thomas Slater

Unweighted GPA of 4.0 and weighted GPA of 4.57
Parents: Larry Slater Jr. and Doris Slater
Thomas is interested in both
Criminal Justice and Computer Engineering.
He will attend PHSC in the fall.

HERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL

Valedictorian
Jonah Gibson

GPA: 4.66
Parents: Chadwick and Allison Gibson
Jonah is attending Auburn University.

Salutatorian
Nathan De La Guardia

GPA: 4.56
Parents: Ivan and Nicole De La Guardia
Nathan is attending University of South Florida.

NATURE COAST TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL

Valedictorian
Bailegh Crandall

GPA 4.6667
Parents: Christy Crandall and Kenneth Crandall
Area of study: Anesthesia
College: University of FL

Salutatorian
Isabella Avramidis

GPA 4.6121
Parents: Maria and Steven
Avramidis
Area of study: Pre Med,
Psychology
College: University of FL

WEST HERNANDO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Valedictorian
Adrianna Palazzolo

Salutatorian
Eduarda Berrallarza

HERNANDO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Valedictorian
Samantha McCall

GPA: 4.4844
College: Pasco Hernando State College
Planned Major: Business
Extracurricular Pursuits: Throughout my four years of high school I participated in Varsity Volleyball, Cross Country, Varsity Basketball, Varsity Soccer, Student Government, and National Honor Society. Outside of school I was active in my youth group.

Who helped along the way: There are many who have helped me along the way. My mom and dad have always been my biggest supporters, I love you both. I was blessed to have many wonderful teachers invest in me, to name a few: Mrs. Hester, Mr. Kahler, Mrs. Moore, Mr. Crosby and Mrs. Smith. They all made an impact not only on my academic journey but in my personal growth.

Most Thankful for: I am most thankful for all of the people that God has put in my life.

Salutatorian
Payton Meyers

GPA: 4.45

College: Gulf Coast State College transfer to UF

Planned Major: Pharmacy

Extracurricular Pursuits: I’ve been a member of NHS, Varsity Volleyball, Student Government, Fellowship Of Christian Athletes, 4-H, and Club Volleyball throughout high school.

Most excited about: I am most excited for making new connections and friends and living somewhere I have never been! I’m excited for this next journey in my life!

Most thankful for: My Dad, Mom, amazing big sister, and my Lord and savior Jesus Christ!