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Senior Heroes: Achieving Excellence - Class of 2026

Meet nine exceptional graduating seniors and follow along as they prepare for their next chapters in life. Hear from a new student each week through May 20.

Brooklynn Freeman

Westview High

Westview High senior Brooklynn Freeman is a driving force in her school community. Her positive attitude is contagious, and the impact she’s making will be felt long after she graduates.

"I love being able to help those younger kids, my fellow peers. I'm just a regular kid who likes to advocate for a lot of stuff and who likes to be involved."

Juan (Eli) Bahena Erives

South High

Pushing to his limits, South High student Juan (Eli) Bahena Erives says JROTC tests his strengths while building a strong sense of responsibility.

"I had to figure out exactly it is I want to do my hardest on. As the years went by, I found a passion in being in JROTC and being involved in our Raiders team."

Elijah Beasley

Benson High

Benson High's Elijah Beasley has an ear for music and a passion for leadership.

"Being there to lead people has been something I feel like I've been called to do."

Bernadine Ambatobe

Bryan High

Hear more from Bernadine soon!

Trent Burton

Buena Vista High

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Brayden Pickett

Burke High

Hear more from Brayden soon!

Samarie' Alston

Central High

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Kateryna Muravska

North High

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Michael DuBose

Northwest High

Hear more from Michael soon!

Congratulations to our Class of 2026. You make us #OPSProud!