Meet Great Students Throughout STPPS

Alyssa Callahan loves all the extracurricular activities Folsom Junior High has to offer! She’s passionate about reading and writing, making ELA her favorite class. On top of that, she showcases her creativity in band and talented art.

Liam Amador is a proud student at Bayou Woods Elementary who brings his A-game to P.E. every day. He loves playing sports, but soccer is his true passion. His dream is to become a professional soccer player when he grows up.

Mia Gulotta is a senior at Fontainebleau High and a dedicated member of the band. Being part of the band has been one of the most rewarding experiences of her high school journey. Beyond music, Mia stays actively involved in school clubs and is always ready to lend a helping hand to her peers.

Javier Murca Lazo is super involved at Carolyn Park Middle. He plays trumpet in the band and is an active member of both Beta and STEM Club! When he’s not making music or excelling in school, he loves building things and can solve a Rubik’s Cube in just 40 seconds!

Greyson Pearson has been bringing the Skipper spirit to life at Mandeville High since his freshman year, proudly serving as the mascot. He loves the energy and hype that comes with wearing the Skipper costume and representing the school he cares so much about.

Jiwaun Brock always feels supported by his teachers and coaches at Covington High. Football has taught him how to tackle challenges head-on. Whether he’s on the football field or in the classroom, Jiwaun knows the value of teamwork and perseverance.

At Florida Avenue Elementary, Damion Lewis shines as a team player who loves collaborating with his classmates. Science is his favorite subject. He’s all about exploring and discovering new things.

Madjelena Khoury loves the family-like atmosphere at Folsom Junior High, where she thrives as a percussionist in the school band and a star in the Talented Theater Program. Madjelena hopes to one day become either an accomplished actor or doctor.

Since the age of four, Caleb Levy has been dedicated to baseball. When he's not in class or on the Pearl River High baseball field, Caleb devotes his time to Youth Groups, where he also mentors younger kids, making a positive impact both on and off the field.

Gabrielle Salande has been a dedicated member of talented theater since second grade. At Fontainebleau High, she’s found the support and inspiration to fully embrace her love for the stage, fueling her plans to pursue theater as a lifelong career.

Oshea Evans enjoys playing the violin and spending time at recess with his friends at Bayou Woods Elementary. When he grows up, he hopes to become a police officer so he can help save people.

Juan Arenas easily connects with his fellow students and thrives with the unwavering support he receives from the administration and teachers at Covington High. Juan is a dedicated multi-sport student-athlete and actively participates in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Keeley Rodríguez is a proud member of the Brew Crew at Northshore High. She delights in delivering coffee to teachers as a thoughtful treat to brighten their day. Keeley loves seeing all her friends at school, and outside of class, she enjoys gardening.

Frankie Feliciano loves the welcoming atmosphere at Fontainebleau Junior High, where he always feels encouraged to be himself. The supportive environment fuels his creativity, inspiring him to think outside the box and dream big.

The warm and supportive atmosphere at Pearl River High School is a constant source of motivation for Sandy Penton. The welding program teaches her invaluable life lessons in patience, persistence, and precision.

Joden Perry is passionate about football, enjoys spending time with his dogs, and loves being outdoors. He excels in English Language Arts and has demonstrated remarkable overall growth at Folsom Junior High.

Tanner Betancourt truly values the caring and kind community at Florida Avenue Elementary. He dreams of becoming a doctor when he grows up. His favorite subject is science, and he has a particular passion for learning about fossils.

Abigail Hereford wants to be an engineer when she grows up. She finds the STEM Club at Carolyn Park Middle super fun and enjoys building robots and learning new things.

Chancelor Parker embraces the education he is getting at Lakeshore High. He is excited about the preparation taking place for his future.

Izaiah Shellnut handles his education with a wisdom beyond his years. Everyone at Bayou Woods Elementary is extremely proud of the hard work he has put in.

Ava Peltier liked being involved with everything Covington High had to offer. Ava believes the lessons she learned in volleyball and theatre will stick with her forever. 

Nala Robertson enjoys all of her teachers at Bayou Woods Elementary. Outside of school, she likes to jump around at the trampoline park with new friends. 

Callie Brown enjoys the amount of opportunities available at Fontainebleau Junior. Callie is a member of many clubs, including the student council, Leader in Me, FCA, and Robotics. Callie plays softball and volleyball. She hopes to one day be a pediatric general surgeon.

Alexander Pope likes to stay active. He is captain of the tennis team and is participating in the senior play at Slidell High. He also coaches swimming and likes to go to the gym.

Emily Belsome is involved in the FFA program at Lakeshore High. Emily likes going to the FFA shows, competing, and working with animals. She plans on becoming a Vet Tech after high school.

Gabriel Roberts likes the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Club at Carolyn Park Middle because of the fun challenges and knowledge he gains from it. Gabriel wants to be a football player and run track when he grows up. 

Liam Ellsworth likes all of the opportunities available at Covington High. Liam is currently in the music program and is looking forward to taking medical classes his senior year. After high school, he wants to attend college with a major in nursing and minor in music. 

Cherie Spencer appreciates the student pride and energy at Northshore High. As a junior, Cherie boasts an impressive record as a starter on the girls' varsity basketball team throughout her high school journey. Beyond graduation, her ambitions extend to pursuing higher education while maintaining her passion for basketball on the collegiate stage.

Lalana Atkinson is very creative and skillful. Lalana is in both talented music and art at Fontainebleau Junior. She plays violin, piano, and sings. Outside of school, Lalana likes to bake and play board games.