Each year the faculty selects 12 of those seniors who represent the best qualities of the class. Selection is based on character and achievements both in and out of the classroom.
As a tribute to these seniors, the NEWS asked each one about their achievements, memories and the source of their inspiration.
Mia Nance
Mia Nance is the daughter of Chuck and Melissa Nance of Trinity. She counts her mother as one of her role models “because of her big heart and impeccable taste,” along with Bob Woodward for “his relentless pursuit of the truth.”
She will attend UNC-Chapel Hill, where she plans to major in creative writing. She hopes to become a novelist and to be respected in the literary community.
Mia says that her greatest achievement in high school was raising money for the National Alliance on Mental Illness with the help of her family and friends.
She was involved in several extracurricular activities including jazz band, Tri-M Music Honor Society and Beta Club. She also volunteered in the children’s ministry at Prospect United Methodist Church.
She will best remember the jazz band concerts along with “plenty of worry, panic and tears over the constant pressure to succeed.”
The advice she offers to the class of 2011 is, “Follow your dreams and your feelings about what is right for you above anything else.”
< b>Joseph Belangia
Joseph Belangia of Archdale is the son of Timothy Belangia and Deanna Kiser. He plans to attend Wake Forest University, where he will study biochemistry. He hopes to complete a doctorate in genetics and become a researcher.
His role models are the genetic and metabolic dietitians at UNC Children’s Hospital, because they hold the career to which he aspires. His greatest achievement in high school was attending N.C. Governor’s School West.
He was involved in the theatre program, FBLA, Beta Club, Special Olympics and Archdale-Trinity Little League Basketball.
His fondest memories are his many performances in theatre, including “Little Shop of Horrors,” “Godspell,” “Arsenic and Old Lace” and “Grease.”
He offers this advice to the rising senior class: “Continue working hard during your senior year and remain dedicated to whatever you are passionate about, whether it be a sport, an art or an academic subject.”
Jacob Grochowski
Jacob Grochowski is the son of Mike and Darlene Grochowski of High Point. He will attend Guilford Technical Community College, where he plans to major in theatre arts and film and minor in English. He hopes to become an actor.
He counts Nicolas Cage as his role model because “in his career, he started from the bottom, followed his dream and rose to the top.”
Jacob’s proudest moment in high school was crossing the finish line in his first cross country race. He was also involved in Air Force JROTC.
He says that he will most remember theatre arts and cross country.
The advice he offers to the rising seniors is, “Live and learn and most of all, have fun.”
Jason Suttles
Jason Suttles is the son of Will and Hiroko Suttles of Trinity. He will attend N.C. State University, where he plans to study civil engineering.
His role model is Leonardo da Vinci, whom he admires for his creativity and ingenuity. “He would’ve been the first to invent the airplane, if he hadn’t been stuck on the concept of bird-like contraptions.”
His proudest moment was being accepted to Governor’s School East. He was involved in several extracurricular activities including Beta Club, tennis, cross country, AFJROTC, drill team, AFJROTC color guard and Archdale-Trinity youth basketball.
Jason’s fondest memory of high school is attending ROTC summer camps including AFJROTC COLS in 2007, Navy Honors Camp in 2008 and GSE in 2009.
The advice he offers to the class of 2011 is to start looking at colleges and scholarships now, so that everything will be planned out before senior year.
Jillian Somero
Jillian Somero is the daughter of Joel and Kathy Somero of Sophia. She will attend Elon University, where she plans to study biology. She hopes to become a physician.
Her greatest achievement in high school was when she was accepted into Elon University’s Honors Fellows Program and received a $10,000 scholarship.
Jillian was involved in FCA and Beta Club. She will most remember making new friends, playing soccer and having fun during her senior year.
Her advice to the class of 2011 is, “Don’t wish away your senior year. It will go by a lot faster than you think.”
Kenneth Collishaw
Kenneth Collishaw of Sophia is the son of Kathy and Brian Saunders and James Collishaw. He considers his parents to be his role models “because they are always there for me,” along with Jesus.
He was involved in FBLA, Spanish Club, Student Council, FCA, Junior Civitans, cross country and tennis. His fondest memories are about his four years of tennis, those who helped him and most of all the great friendships he has formed.
His greatest acheivements were being a part of the tennis team that won the PAC-6 conference, winning PAC-6 runner of the year and winning the conference in tennis doubles.
His advice for rising seniors is, “Don’t take anything for granted. You only have one life, so live it to the fullest. Make the most of your senior year!”
Brooke Miller
Brooke Miller is the daughter of Mitch and Ashley Miller of Trinity. She considers her mom to be her role model because “she is always optimistic and pushes me to be the best that I possibly can be.”
Brooke will attend UNC-Charlotte, where she plans to major in nursing with a focus on pediatric oncology. She considers her greatest achievement in high school to be receiving the Nurse Scholars scholarship.
She was involved in varsity cheerleading, track and field, Beta Club and FCA.
Her fondest memories are of her best friends. “I feel as though my friends have helped shape me into the person I am today.”
She offers this advice: “Be respectful, friendly and efficient. Have your priorities straight and be open to all the opportunities that are available to you. Most of all, enjoy your senior year. It’s gone before you know it.”
Chad Wagoner
Chad Wagoner is the son of Scott and Lynda Wagoner of Archdale. He will attend East Carolina University, where he plans to major in exercise and sports science.
His proudest moment during high school was making all-conference in baseball. He counts his baseball coach, Rob Shore, as his role model because “he is a great leader and mentor and a great friend as well.”
Chad was involved in several extracurricular activities including varsity baseball, Beta Club, FCA and missions trips.
Throughout his four years of high school, friendships are his fondest memories.
His advice to rising seniors: “Live every moment of your senior year to the fullest.”
Ryan Spencer
Ryan Spencer is the son of Scott and Becky Spencer of Trinity, and he considers his parents and brother to be his role models.
“They have taught me to be an honest, upright, God-fearing man.”
Ryan plans to attend college to become a high school special education teacher and baseball coach.
He was involved in FCA, varsity baseball and football, Beta Club and Youth Group FrontLine Student Ministries. His greatest achievement was receiving all-conference in football and baseball for two years.
Ryan says that he will most remember building friendships that will last forever and his experiences playing sports for all four years of high school.
His message to the rising senior class is to “have fun and make a difference.”
Rachel Koslowski
Rachel Koslowski is the daughter of Henry and Vicki Koslowski of Archdale. She considers her parents to be her greatest role models because “they work hard and love and care about everyone.”
She will attend Campbell University, where she plans to major in chemistry. She hopes to become a neuro-radiologist.
Greatest acheivements include being a junior marshal, county champion in discus, Beta Club treasurer, getting all As and making the top five.
She was involved in Beta Club, track, Science Club, martial arts and HOSA.
What she will remember most is working hard and staying up late to get homework done, the happiness of getting good grades and hanging out with her friends and family.
Her advice to the class of 2011: “Work hard in every class, but know when to take a break. Pick extracurricular activities that you enjoy and can fit into your schedule. Do not overload yourself.”
Brittany Reeves
Brittany Reeves is the daughter of Johnny and Cherie Reeves of Archdale. She hopes to become a doctor specializing in diagnostic medicine. She will attend UNC-Chapel Hill to major in biology.
Her proudest moments include qualifying for the state championship meet in cross country. In addition to cross country, her extracurricular activities included basketball, track and field, Beta Club, FCA and Spirit Club.
Friday night football games, crazy weekends and her amazing teachers comprise her fondest memories of high school.
She offers this advice: “Do not stress about schoolwork. Get involved in school activities to make the year memorable.”
Thank you
With hopes for a fulfilling future, the NEWS dedicates this section to all the seniors who strive to achieve their best.
The NEWS thanks the following for their help in the compilation of this graduation section: LifeTouch Studios, Trinity High School staff Nancy Anthony, Brook Sides and Paige Crotts and Randleman High School senior sponsor Alan Dorsett.
View images from their entire senior year at lifetouchevents.com. The password is thsbulldogs10.
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