Congratulations to the 2024 graduates! Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have paid off. You have reached the finish line and achieved a significant milestone in your life. This is a moment that you will cherish and never forget. You should be proud of yourself. Your family's unwavering support and love have been instrumental in your success. Together, you have accomplished so much.
As you move forward, remember that this is just the beginning of a new journey. You have boundless potential to achieve great things and make a positive impact on the world, because God has a special purpose for you. Embrace the challenges that come your way and continue to learn and grow. God has given you the power to shape the future and make a difference in the lives of others. Once again, congratulations on your graduation, and I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
By Jonathan Park, SECC President
Seniors
Jenna Wilson
Jenna is from Yucaipa church and is graduating from Redlands Adventist Academy. Her aspirations include pursuing higher education at Union Adventist University, where she intends to cultivate her passion for speech pathology.
Jonathan King
Jonathan is graduating as salutatorian and academic vice of his class at Pine Forge Academy. He’s a part of the National Honor Society, their championship basketball team, and the award-winning choir. Jonathan is a member of 16th Street church and is excited about starting college in the fall.
Taylor Willis
Taylor is a graduating honors student from Santiago High School and a member of Kansas Avenue church. She has a growing cupcake business, Taste of Faith Cupcakes by Taylor. She will graduate with her Seal of Biliteracy from the State of California and plans to attend Oakwood University.
Sarah Height
Sarah is a member of the Beaumont church and a graduating senior at Redlands Adventist Academy. She excitedly looks forward to interning with her local veterinary practice and entering UC Davis next fall.
Karlamichelle Acosta
Karlamichelle aspires to become a pediatric nurse. Loma Linda Academy surrounded her with awesome teachers, lifelong friends, and beautiful experiences that helped her find her mission. Karla is a member of the Emmanuel Spanish church.
Anna Chang
Anna is a senior from Loma Linda Academy. A member of Loma Linda Chinese church, she has a passion to spread the gospel and loves to colporteur every summer. Majoring in nursing next year, she hopes to use healthcare to share the gospel with those around her.
Yven Pineda
Yven is a responsible and active youth in Moreno Hills church who consistently demonstrates empathy and compassion through his genuine care for others. He is graduating from Loma Linda Academy.
Gracie Williams
Graduating from Arlington High School, Gracie has been a leader at La Sierra University church. Through her participation in singing and galvanizing her peers, she has been a dedicated person in the church space.
Daniel Cordoba
Daniel attends Emmanuel Spanish church and is a student at Saddleback High School. He is a bass and guitar player and a member of the church's media team, always putting his talents to the Lord's service.
Karenna Brand
Karenna has been at La Sierra Academy since kindergarten. She has participated in many La Sierra University Music Department musical and opera productions since she was in fourth grade. Karenna wants to study biology at La Sierra University to become an environmental biologist.
Eighth Grade
Nicholas Ragsac
Nicholas Ragsac is an eighth-grade graduate from La Sierra Academy, where he has attended since kindergarten. He is a member of the Jr. National Honor Society and serves in the class office. He is involved at La Sierra University church, where he plays guitar, keys, and piano for "The Well" praise team.
Christian Kim
Christian Kim is graduating from Mesa Grande Academy and is a member of the Calimesa church. He has been at MGA for eight years and has enjoyed playing MSV sports as well as serving as a class officer.
Asher Beltran
Asher, an outstanding leader who puts others before him, has been a student at San Diego Academy since kindergarten. He is scheduled to graduate with highest honors. Asher also showed great leadership by being class president.
Marco Sigue
Marco is from Loma Linda Filipino church and cherishes creating memories with loved ones and exploring culinary arts. His journey at Loma Linda Academy culminated in his decision to commemorate this chapter through baptism in the Philippines this July.
Rianna Bathini
Rianna loves to sing for God. At Loma Linda Academy, she is part of the Chambers Choir, and at Azure Hills church, she sings in the Gospel Choir. She is excited to graduate from eighth grade and start as a freshman in high school next year.
Madi Gatling
Madi is a graduate from Redlands Adventist Academy. Madi loves spending time outdoors wake surfing, snow skiing, mountain biking, playing flag football, and enjoying time with family and friends.
