2026 Graduates

Alana Johnson
West Lake High School > Dillard University
Alana graduated from Westlake High School, where she earned placement on the Principal’s List and Honor Roll, was inducted into the National Honor Society, and received a scholarship. She will attend Dillard University, where she plans to major in Biology/Pre-Med. Alana is the daughter of Alan and Veronica Johnson.

Alexander Jones
Pebblebrook High School > Morehouse College
Alexander graduated from Pebblebrook High School. He will be attending Morehouse College majoring in Computer Science. His parents are Michael and LaToya Jones.

Ariana Jones
New York University
Ariana graduated from New York University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Vocal Performance with a concentration in Contemporary Music, Business, Entertainment, Media, and Technology. She was recognized as the Best Student in Contemporary Music and earned placement on the Dean’s List for four consecutive years. Ariana is the daughter of Charles and Dionka Jones and the granddaughter of Miriam M. Stokes.

Cameron Bell
Tuskegee University
Cameron graduated from Tuskegee University Summa Cum Laude, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. During her time at Tuskegee, she was an active member of the band as a Marching Crimson Piperette and earned first place in the 2026 HBCU Battle of the Brains. She also served as President of the Tuskegee University Ambassadors Program and was inducted in Spring 2023 into the Phoenix Chapter of Collegiate 100. Cameron is the proud daughter of Travis and Amber Bell.

Faith Campbell
Westlake High School > Agnes Scott College
Faith L. Campbell graduated from Westlake High School, where she earned IB Honors in Healthcare and Spanish and became a Certified Medical Assistant. She will attend Agnes Scott College to study Biology, Pre-Med major. Faith is the daughter of Danny and Staphea Campbell.

Jade McMillan
Westlake High School > Ithaca College
Deone and Dr. Jasmine McMillan proudly celebrate the graduation of their daughter, Jade McMillan, from Westlake High School. Jade will attend Ithaca College to pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Film with a minor in Business. She graduates with the distinguished honor of being named CTAE Student of the Year, reflecting her dedication, excellence, and bright future ahead. The McMillan family proudly celebrates this milestone and all that is yet to come.

Jasmine Bell
Westlake High School > Tuskegee University
Jasmine graduated from Westlake High School and will attend Tuskegee University, where she plans to major in Health Science. She is the daughter of Amber and Travis Bell.

Joshua Peek
Dutchtown High School > Howard University
Joshua graduated from Dutchtown High School with distinction, earning a 4.34 weighted GPA and Summa Cum Laude honors. He was named Mr. Dutchtown High School for the 2025–2026 school year and served as Brass Captain and Tuba Section Leader for the Sound of Dutchtown Band. Joshua was also a member of the National Honor Society, a Student Ambassador, and Principal Tubist for the Atlanta Music Project Senior Youth Orchestra. Joshua will attend Howard University as a member of the 4th Cohort Humanities and Social Scholars Program, where he plans to major in Political Science and History. He is the son of Timothy and Yolanda Peek.

Maya Benjamin
Le Moyne College
Maya graduated from Le Moyne College with a Master of Science in Education, earning a 3.8 GPA. She previously completed her Bachelor’s degree at Syracuse University in 2023 and went on to begin her teaching career in a local public school. She is currently in her third year of teaching, working with both first and third grade students. Maya is the daughter of Roslyn and Andre Benjamin.

Michelle Franks
Spelman College > Loyola University, Chicago
Michelle graduated from Spelman College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry. She will continue her education at Loyola University Chicago, where she will pursue a Master’s degree in Exercise Science to prepare for a career in sports medicine. Michelle is the daughter of Nicole and Kevin Franks.

Payton Franks
Woodward Academy > Spelman College
Payton graduated Magna Cum Laude from Woodward Academy and plans to continue her education at Spelman College as an economics major on the pre-law track. she is the daughter of Nicole and Kevin Franks.

Victor Howard
Westlake High School > Middle Georgia U
Victor graduated from Westlake High School and will attend Middle Georgia University, where he plans to major in Aviation. He is the son of Victor and Yoli Howard.

Zoey Malcome
Westlake High School > Georgia State
Zoey graduated from Westlake High School, where she maintained academic honors from ninth grade through her senior year, demonstrating consistent academic excellence. She will attend Georgia State University to major in Biology as she pursues her goal of earning a doctorate in Dermatology. Zoey is the daughter of Sharon Ware and Jairus Malcome.