Avery Davis is from Lubbock, Texas, where he graduated from Monterey High School. During high school, he excelled academically while participating in varsity football, baseball, basketball, and student leadership organizations, including the National Honor Society and Student Council. He also served as a student worship leader, was named Student of the Month, earned Player of the Game honors in varsity football, and ranked in the top 7% of his graduating class.

Avery plans to pursue a degree in Youth Ministry and hopes to make a lasting impact by serving and mentoring the next generation. In addition to his involvement in school, he has worked as a lifeguard at Lubbock’s Water Rampage, landscaper at Monterey CoC’s prayer garden, sports official, and umpire, reflecting his strong work ethic and commitment to serving his community.

Addison Gonzalez is from Lubbock, Texas, where she graduated from Christ the King Diocesan Schools after attending Lubbock High School. During high school, she was involved in varsity cheerleading, SkillsUSA, Teen Court, and Mock Trial, where she developed skills in leadership, public speaking, teamwork, and legal advocacy. She also earned third place in the SkillsUSA Building Clearing Competition.

Addison plans to study Legal Studies and pursue a career in law. She is passionate about advocacy, enjoys working in team environments, and looks forward to serving others through her future career.

Braylen Smith is from Fort Worth, Texas, where he has been actively involved in church leadership, community service, and veterinary experiences. He serves as a Sunday school leader and ministry volunteer at Cornerstone Baptist Church, where he mentors students and helps lead Bible studies and worship. Braylen has also gained hands-on experience through veterinary shadowing, farm work, and involvement in pre-veterinary organizations, while maintaining academic excellence.

Braylen plans to pursue a degree in Animal Science with a pre-veterinary emphasis and hopes to become a veterinarian. He is passionate about serving others, caring for animals, and living out his faith through leadership, mentorship, and compassionate service.

Colten Gentry is from Aspermont, Texas, where he attended Jayton-Girard High School. Throughout high school, he excelled academically while taking college coursework and competing in athletics, FFA, speech, and leadership organizations. He served as class president, FFA chapter president, and National Honor Society president, and dedicated his time to serving his church and community through volunteer projects.

Colten plans to pursue a degree in Management and hopes to use his leadership skills to make a positive impact in his future career. Outside the classroom, he enjoys serving others, competing in athletics, and taking on new challenges that help him grow as a leader.

Grace Flowers is from Alpine, California, where she graduated from Granite Hills High School as the top-ranked student in her class. Throughout high school, she balanced academic excellence with service, volunteering as a youth ministry teacher, mentoring incoming freshmen, coaching volleyball, tutoring students, and completing more than 300 hours of volunteering. She is also a recipient of the California State Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish as well as several academic honors. 

Grace plans to pursue a degree in Biology as she prepares for a career in the sciences. Outside the classroom, she enjoys playing volleyball, tutoring, and serving her community, and she looks forward to growing academically, spiritually, and personally.

Siany McGahn-Barthel is from Roswell, New Mexico, where she attended New Mexico Military Institute. During high school, she demonstrated exceptional leadership as a senior student leader, mentoring peers, leading residential student groups, and serving on the institute's ceremonial leadership team. She also dedicated her time to community service through volunteer work, peer tutoring, athletics, and student organizations, including founding a female Bible study group.

Siany plans to pursue a degree in Athletic Training and hopes to build a career helping athletes perform at their best while promoting health and wellness. She enjoys playing basketball and volleyball, mentoring others, and serving her community, and she looks forward to continuing to grow as a leader.