Patch Honors Montgomery County Grads: Congrats, Class Of 2020

ROCKVILLE, MD — Patch wants to provide a way to share the achievements of our graduates, even if it's in a small way. We know many seniors are sad about missing milestone events.

We hope that this will give the community a way to share their pride in our class of 2020.

Want to submit a shout-out to your grad? You can find the form here. Patch will be updating this article until May 31.

Here are shout-outs to the class of 2020 high school graduates submitted to us from Montgomery County:

Gabrielle Jacques, University of Maryland, College Park

Our Lady of Good Counsel's Gabrielle Jacques will be studying business administration and marketing at the University of Maryland.

From the family: "Gabrielle - We are so proud of you! Congratulations and remember there is no limit to what you can achieve."

Charlie Thomas, Cornell University

The Walt Whitman senior will be moving to Ithaca, New York, to attend Cornell University. He hopes to get a degree in chemistry.

From the family: "Charlie, Congratulations on all that you have accomplished! Your family could not be more proud of who you are! Continue to follow that compass of yours and you will do great things in this world. We love you more than we can say and are so grateful that you are ours."

Dev Zoks, University of Maryland, College Park

Dev Zoks, a Thomas S. Wootton High School senior, will be attending the University of Maryland to study business.

From the family: "We are SO incredibly proud of all of your achievements, Dev! We know that you have the *brightest* future ahead of you! Lots of love always! Masi, Uncle Dan, Alisha & Lila"

Elizabeth Weir, Salisbury University

Elizabeth Weir — a senior at Rockville High School — will be studying exercise science at Salisbury University.

From the family: "I am especially proud of how she has conducted herself through this difficult time. She is amazingly beautiful inside and out!"

Samantha Harrington, Towson University - Biology Honors Program

Quince Orchard's Samantha Harrington will be attending Towson University.

From the family: "Samantha we are so proud of you and your many accomplishments!! You have had many challenges in your life that you have persevered you are an inspiration to many. We love you!!"

LeVar Harris, Jr., Culinary School

LeVar Harris, Jr. — a senior at Albert Einstein High School — is heading to culinary school.

From the family: "Congratulations, you did it! We're so proud of you and although your senior year wasn't what you expected, you have truly exceeded our expectations. We love you, Mom & Dad"

Jonah Schwartz, Penn State University

The Quince Orchard senior will be studying music theatre at Penn State University.

From the family: "We are so proud of everything you have achieved and can't wait to see what's next!"

Maya Hersh, Stetson University

The Bullis School's Maya Hersh is moving to Florida to attend Stetson University.

From the family: "Congratulations Maya, we love you and are proud of you!!!"

Collin McCarthy, Anna Maria College

Collin McCarthy, of Quince Orchard High, will be pursuing a bachelor's degree in fire science at Anna Maria College.

From the family: "Congratulations Collin....Dad and I are so proud of you!! Your future is bright...the world is a better place having you in it! Go after all your dreams Kiddo!"

Jennifer Roop, University of North Carolina Wilmington

Rockville High School's Jennifer Roop will be attending University of North Carolina Wilmington.

From the family: "Jenny we want to say Congratulations and we wish you the very best on your next journey in life, you've worked so hard on your studies and we couldn't be more proud of you. Love Mom & Dad"

Noah James Patrick, Enlisted in the U.S Coast Guard (Boatswain's Mate)

The Quince Orchard senior will serve our country as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard.

From the family: "Your entire family is so proud of you Noah. Remember you are destined to do great things!"

Ella Douglass, Fordham University

Ella Douglass, of St. Andrew's Episcopal School, will be studying psychology at Fordham University in New York City.

From the family: "You make us all proud! Congrats Ella!"

Gabriella Munsey, University of Maryland, College Park - Scholars Program

Sherwood's Gabriella Munsey will be majoring in biology at the University of Maryland.

From the family: "I'm so very proud of you my beautiful, smart daughter! You will do great things at UMD!"

August Yetter, University of Maryland, College Park

August Yetter, of Springbrook High, will be attending the University of Maryland, where he will study sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation.

From the family: "Dear Augie, Congratulations on this milestone! You amaze us each day with your wit, intelligence and fortitude! We can't wait to learn from you as you move forward through your next adventures in college and beyond. Love, Mama and Papa"

Jeremiah Battle, Stevenson University

Albert Einstein's Jeremiah Battle will be attending Stevenson University, where he will major in Film and Moving Image.

From the family: "Jeremiah I am proud of you....Remember to always do your best and be your best!!"

Emily Miller, University of Maryland, College Park - Scholars Program

The Quince Orchard senior will be attending the University of Maryland.

From the family: "You have made me, and I know Dad, so very proud of you! You have become a beautiful, kind, caring person and I look forward to seeing you through your journey at Maryland!"

Ethan Pichler, Michigan State University

Ethan Pichler, of Northwest High, will be attending Michigan State University, where he will study psychology. He plans to go to law school afterwards.

From the family: "Congratulations Ethan! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see all your accomplishments. Love, Mom, Dad, Alex, and Jack"

Samantha Crane, Virginia Tech

Stone Ridge's Samantha Crane will be getting her bachelor's degree at Virginia Tech.

From the family: "I'm so excited for you to enter the next chapter of your life! You have worked so hard. We are very proud of all that you have accomplished. The celebration is not cancelled, just postponed for the time being. Love you! Mom and Dad"

Jaedyn T.S. Harris, McDaniel College

The Gaithersburg High School senior will be studying aerospace engineering and joining the wrestling team at McDaniel College.

From the family: "Jaedyn, I am so Proud of everything you have accomplished & the young man you have become. An Honors student while excelling in not 1, but 3 sports. Achieving your 100+ Wins, Both Regional & County Champion in Wrestling! & setting History records at GHS. Looking forward to your next adventure at McDaniel making your dream of becoming an Aero Engineer a reality & continuing to watch you on the mat. This excited, ridiculously proud Mom cant't wait!! (already have My Spirit Wear) You My Son are a Loved, Amazing, Smart, Athletic, Beautiful Young Man with endless possibilities. I wish you a Lifetime of Love, Life, Health & Happiness!"

Elijah Hyson, Shepherd University

Elijah Hyson, a Seneca Valley High School senior, is heading west to study at Shepherd University.

From the family: "Congratulations Elijah mommy is so proud of you and the hard work you put in for these four years even though you couldn’t walk across the stage you still made it."

Ashby Crocker

The James Hubery Blake High School senior will be taking a year-long hiatus after graduation.

From the family: "We are so very proud of you Ashby, we know the last two years of high school has been difficult, especially having to go to Blake and Thomas Edison and now with the virus going on. But you persevered through it and now your GRADUATING!!!! We all love you!! So proud!!!! Robb, Sandy, Troy & Trina"

Khaliah Jennings, Stevenson University

Khaliah Jennings, of Gaithersburg High School, will be studying biochemistry at Stevenson University. Down the line, she hopes to get her doctorate and become a biochemist.

From the family: "Congratulations to our beautiful daughter Khaliah on graduating from High School class of 2020! You are just amazing and we are so proud of you. Continue to reach for the stars. May the Lord continue to bless you as you pursue your future endeavors. We love you! Love mom and dad!!"

Rachel Warren, Mount St. Mary's University

The Rockville High School senior will be attending Mount St. Mary's University in the fall.

From the family: "We are so very proud of you and all that you have accomplished! Can't wait for you to start your next chapter in life's journey at The Mount. We love you! Dad, Mom, Jenna & Bailey"

Stephen Goldberg, The ARC Montgomery County

Stephen Goldberg, of Seneca Valley High School, will be working with The ARC Montgomery County's supported employment program.

From the family: "I would like to Congratulate my son, Stephen for working hard in his high school years. Being in the Learning for Independence Program to help him learn in a smaller, better environment has helped him a lot. They did many out of school Community Trips as well as volunteer Job Sites, that he enjoyed very much. Stephen was looking forward to getting a job and going to Montgomery College to take some classes to help him learn computer skills, along with additional math and reading skills that would benefit him in finding a job. Stephen, as well as myself, was looking forward to his Senior graduation in June.

At this time, we are not sure what is going to happen with that. In the meantime, Stephen continues to do his classwork on his Chromebook he obtained from the school and is keeping in touch with his friends and teachers. Stephen has done a great job and I am very proud of him."

Colby Sisco, Carnegie Mellon University

The Quince Orchard High School senior will be studying mechanical engineering at Carnegie Mellon University.

From the family: "Congratulations Colby, we are so proud of you! You are an amazing person that has overcome many obstacles and continued to excel. Continue to move through this world without barriers. We love you to infinity and beyond! Mom & Dad (Alex, Bryce, Harper too)"

JJ Wilson, College of William & Mary

JJ Wilson, of Quince Orchard High School, will be studying biology (pre-med track) at the College of William & Mary.

From the family: "We are so proud of you, achieving your goals and committed to continuing in that path. We love you."

Paige Meyer, Temple University

Albert Einstein's Paige Meyer will be studying exercise and sports science at Temple University.

From the family: "Congrats Paige! You made it! We are so proud of you! -- Mom and Dad"

Noah Humpert, West Virginia University

Noah Humpert, of Seneca Valley High School, will be attending West Virginia University.

From the family: "Congratulations Noah! We are so proud of you. Can't wait to see the amazing things you do in your life. Love, Mom, Dad, Sam and Helen"

Zoe Shugars, Salisbury University

Rockville High School's Zoe Shugars will be pursing a nursing degree at Salisbury University.

From the family: "Zoe we are so proud of all that you have done to this point in your life and the person that you have become. We can't wait to cheer you on as you start this next chapter of your life. We love you so much!! Love Mom, Dad & Parker :)"

Jack T. Faucett, University of Maryland, College Park

Jack T. Faucett, a senior at Quince Orchard, will be attending the University of Maryland. The Terp hopes to get a degree in accounting and finance.

From the family: "Reach to the moon and stars and don't look back! Your next adventure awaits! We love you and can't wait to see what your future has in store!!!"

Bella Guardado, University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)

The Rockville High School senior will be attending UMBC in the fall.

From the family: "Bella, we are so proud of all of your hard work in and out of school. We wish you nothing but success in your future endeavors."

Jada Thornton, Stonehill College

Jada Thornton, of Gaithersburg High School, will be heading to Massachusetts to study at Stonehill College.

From the family: "The family is very proud of Jada's accomplishments on the basketball court as well as in the classroom. We love you Jada! Class of 2020"

Layla Alemi

An artist in the making, Layla Alemi is taking time to explore all her post-graduate opportunities. She is graduating from Montgomery Blair High School.

From the family: "Congratulations, my sweet Layla! You have graduated after 12 years of hard work and fun! I love you so much and I'm so proud of you! Keep your chin up and keep creating."

Daniel Pujo, Clemson University

Rockville High School's Daniel Pujo will be studying psychology at Clemson University.

From the family: "Congratulations, Daniel -- We are very proud of you!"

Paige Callis, East Carolina University

Paige Callis, of Damascus High School, will be majoring in rehabilitation services and minoring in pre-occupational therapy at East Carolina University.

From the family: "Even though the end of you senior year didn't turn out as planned, please know that you have made us proud. We've loved cheering for you on the field hockey and lacrosse field and in the pool. Playing three varsity sports and keeping a high GPA isn't easy. We love you and can't wait to see all your successes at ECU."

Ben McDowell, University of Maryland, College Park

The Quince Orchard High School senior will be studying business management at the University of Maryland.

From the family: "Ben we are proud of you and excited to watch your next journey in life!! Go Terps"

Cecilia Funk, William & Mary

Rockville High School's Cecilia Funk is moving to the Commonwealth to attend William & Mary.

From the family: "We are so incredibly proud of the kind and creative and smart young woman you have become, Cecilia! We love watching you shine! Congratulations on graduating from RHS and cheers to your next exciting adventure at W&M! We love you so much!"