It is our pleasure here at SoFu Lifestyle to showcase some of the local high school grads in our community!
Asiah Carroll
Hapeville Charter
As an outstanding student with a 3.9 GPA, Asiah Carroll, daughter of Donald and Tekeba Carroll, excels at the top of her class. She is actively involved in multiple organizations at school, such as Varsity Cheer, Student Government Association, HOSA, and Beta Club. Beyond her academic achievements, Asiah demonstrates a commitment to community service through organizations like Junior Civitan and Upward Bound. As a dual-enrollment student, Asiah has strengthened her communication and leadership skills through her participation in a range of high school activities. She plans to attend the Georgia Institute of Technology to study psychology.
London Gaston
Westlake High School
London Olivia Sydney Gaston, the daughter of Howard Gaston, Jr. and Shondria Covington, is a Magnet/IB Program student at Westlake High School in Atlanta. London is a 3-year veteran of the Westlake Blue Reign Danceline, the award-winning Westlake Dance Ensemble, and a company dancer at SkyDance Academy. She also serves her community through organizations like the Westlake Mighty Marching Lions and Jack and Jill of America, Inc., where she served as the Teen President of her chapter. Her honors and accomplishments include Top 25 in the class, Georgia Certificate of Merit recipient, National African American Recognition Award recipient, Principal’s Scholar, National Honor Society, and Miss 12th Grade. London has been accepted to over 50 schools with almost $2 million in scholarships. She will study Biology Pre-Med at Alabama A&M and aspires to become a surgeon.
Kori Hill
Hapeville Charter
Kori Hill, the daughter of Kipp Hill and Chelsea Walker, is an exceptional student who ranks top in her class with a 3.8 GPA. She is a hardworking and dedicated individual who is affiliated with several organizations, including the Beta Club, National Honor Society, Student Government Association, Varsity Cheer, and the Student Ambassadors. Kori's commitment to giving back to her community is outstanding, as she actively participates in school activities and fundraising events, volunteers at most, if not all, school functions, and holds the position of Georgia Secretary of State Student Ambassador. Kori has also served as a mentor. In addition to her community involvement, Kori has displayed her creativity and teamwork skills through extracurricular activities, and she made history in her school by being the first to receive a pathway certificate for graphic design. She plans to attend Kennesaw State University.
Klarke Jackson
Westlake High School
Klarke Reese Jackson is the daughter of Anthony and Dacia Jackson. She has maintained a 4.0 during her high school career and is a member of the National Honor Society, National BETA Club, and HOSA (Health Occupation Students of America). She is corded in Spanish and Art. She is a 4-year varsity lettered cheerleader, a 2022 and 2023 All Region Cheerleader, 2023 UCA All American Cheerleader, 2023-24 Miss Varsity Cheerleader, and CEE Foundation Queen of the Ball. Klarke has been accepted into over 20 schools and has received several academic scholarships. Upon graduating from high school, Klarke plans to attend North Carolina A&T and major in Nursing. She aspires to be a labor and delivery nurse.
JaiMorgan Jasper
Jasper Hapeville Charter
As one of the top students in her graduating class with a 3.8 GPA, JaiMorgan Jasper is an exceptional student who has excelled academically. The daughter of Anthony and Jori Inweh, she is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Student Government Association, Beta Club, and National Honor Society. In addition to her scholastic achievements, JaiMorgan has demonstrated her commitment to the community by volunteering for school events and programs and acting as a Georgia Secretary of State Student Ambassador. As a member of Varsity Cheer and a dual-enrollment student, she has embraced rigorous challenges and honed her leadership skills. She intends to attend Tuskegee University to study marketing and business.
Kennedy Johnson
Riverwood International Charter School
Kennedy Lauren Johnson is the daughter of Kevin and Erica Johnson, both from South Fulton. She has served as a volleyball team member, varsity cheerleader, track and field team member, National Honor Society member, BETA Club member, and vice president of the Black Student Union. The Marietta Roswell Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. presented Kennedy as a debutante in 2022. She enjoys listening to music, reading, and spending time with friends and family. A member of Word of Faith Family Church, she served for many years in Voices of Light. After graduating with honors from Riverwood International Charter School, Kennedy plans to pursue health science at Spelman College and aspires to pursue a career in the medical profession.
Autumn Knox
Hapeville Charter
Autumn Knox, the daughter of Aranya and Mario Knox, is a shining star with a 3.8 GPA, in the Top 25 of her graduating class. While participating in dual enrollment, she is actively engaged in esteemed organizations, including the National Honor Society, the Beta Club, Student Government Association, and Future Health Occupations of America. She is on the Varsity Cheer Team and Varsity Soccer Team. Autumn's dedication to community service is evident through her involvement in Junior Civitan and SGA, as well as in her unwavering commitment to various school initiatives and events. Autumn envisions a future with promise and purpose. With a passion for dentistry, she will study Biology Pre-Dentistry studies. She will attend the real “HU,” Howard University.
Ronin McRae
Westlake High School
Ronin McRae is the son of Melford and Dj McRae. He was a member of the Westlake HS Golf Team in 2022 and participated in JROTC for 3 years. Ronin has been active in Cascade Business Merchants Association as a volunteer for over 8 years. He works at Chick-Fil-A on Cascade Road. His future plans include attending Full Sail University with a scholarship in Winter Garden, Florida. Ronin will be studying Film, specifically Editing.
Torrean Danielle Mozley
Westlake High
Torrean Danielle Mozley, the daughter of Torres and Tiffany Mozley, has demonstrated a commitment to excellence throughout her 4 years at Westlake. Torrean has actively engaged in the Magnet Program, tackling the challenges of Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and Honors Classes with enthusiasm. Her academic pursuits exemplify her unwavering dedication to excellence, reflecting a comprehensive and well-rounded education. Torrean ranks among the Top 25 students in her class of 571, boasting a GPA of over 4.0. Additionally, she is a valued member of organizations, including the National Honor Society, the Beta Club, Science National Society, 21st Century Leaders, Chick-fil-A Leadership Academy, and WHS Student Government Association. Torrean's exceptional talents lead to accumulating more than $1 million in scholarships. Torrean will embark on her academic journey at Tuskegee University, where she will pursue a major in Computer Science.
Mia Raymond
Hapeville Charter
Mia Raymond, the daughter of Desiree and Ron Raymond, is a driven student who excels in dual enrollment, taking college and AP courses. With a 3.9 GPA, she demonstrates academic excellence. While serving as varsity cheer captain, Mia ignites school spirit and fosters a culture of teamwork among her peers. Mia holds the esteemed position of Treasurer within the Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), a role that underscores her commitment to advancing healthcare excellence and equity. Mia plans on attending Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, where she will major in nursing. Her goal is to confront racial disparities in maternal healthcare, working to reduce mortality rates among Black women with dedication and compassion.
Justin Riddick
Fulton Leadership Academy
Justin Raleigh Riddick is the son of Carlton and LaKisha Riddick and lives in the City of South Fulton. Justin is a senior at Fulton Leadership Academy, has a 4.0 GPA, and is the Class Salutatorian and Senior Class Vice President. He is a member of the National Honor Society and was Vice President of the National Beta Club. Justin is a scholar athlete who plays junior varsity basketball and football, track and field, and shotput and discus. He loves drawing, video gaming, and serving his community through road cleanups and clothing/food/toy drives with OPL Alpha Academy (Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.), Mirror 100 (100 Black Men of South Metro Atlanta, Inc.), and Blessing All Neighborhood Kids (B.A.N.K.) Foundation. He has chosen to attend Talladega College on a full scholarship, majoring in Visual Arts. His goal is to become an architect and comic book illustrator.
Paige Rowell
Westlake High
Paige Rowell, the daughter of Catherine and Eugene Rowell, she is a member of the National Honor Society, National Society of High School Scholars, and The Honor Society. Paige has served as the Treasurer and Secretary of the Technology Student Association, in addition to serving as a Basketball Manager for the Boys Basketball team. Scholastic achievement has always been a goal for Paige, as evidenced by her 56 college acceptances and over $1.3 million in university-based scholarship offers. She will attend Kennesaw State University and major in Business with a concentration in Marketing with a minor in Architecture. While working on her degree, she plans to obtain her Real Estate license.
Kalen Catherine-Joy Toney
Westlake High School
Kalen Catherine-Joy Toney, the daughter of Bishop William Toney, III and Sabrina Stroud Toney, has decided to merge her purpose with her passion and major in Music Education. Kalen has been accepted to 35 schools and plans to attend Tennessee State University. Her journey through high school has been a series of ebbs and flows with a pattern of swift transitions that culminate in what she calls, Omne trium perfectum. The trio of Latin words convey a simple overarching philosophy: “everything that comes in threes is perfect.” By the time things settled and returned to a new normal from the pandemic, Kalen was in her senior year. An unexpected surgery briefly sidelined her, but Kalen said that the power of self-belief, self-assurance, self-confidence, and picking yourself up when you struggle is the ultimate source of making what seems unattainable attainable.