by Mary Helen Myers, Tuscanooga Baptist Church
Recently, Tuscanooga Baptist Church honored 13 of its 15 graduates during a special morning service. Unfortunately, two graduates were unable to attend. Pastor Casey Ferguson presented each graduate with a new study Bible, shared details about their future plans, and offered prayers for their continued success and future endeavors.
Those recognized during the service included:
Pictured Front Row:
Abby Kruse graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism. She plans to pursue a career in journalism and communications.
Madalyn Myers, a graduate of The First Academy, will begin classes this fall at Florida State University, where she plans to study Pre-Med Biology.
Jonathan Michael McClinsey recently completed his studies at Lake-Sumter State College. He plans to attend University of Central Florida to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Astronautical Engineering.
Mia Johnston recently graduated from South Lake High School. She plans to attend Lake-Sumter State College with an interest in respiratory therapy.
Kerrie Lane earned her diploma from South Sumter High School and plans to attend Lake Technical College to study cosmetology.
Jewly Kling recently graduated from South Lake High School and will attend Lake-Sumter State College to pursue a future in architecture. (Featured picture)
Pictured Back Row:
Lydia Moore, a recent graduate of South Sumter High School, also earned her Associate of Arts degree from Lake-Sumter State College. She plans to continue her education at a four-year university to pursue a business degree.
Scott Elliott Reagan received his diploma from South Lake High School. He plans to attend Lake-Sumter State Collegewhile also attending line worker boot camp.
Lucas Parks graduated from South Sumter High School and plans to attend Saint Leo University to study Criminal Justice and Homeland Security. He also plans to continue playing soccer for the university.
Hunter Abear recently graduated from Lake Minneola High School. He plans to attend Lake-Sumter State College before continuing to trade school with hopes of becoming an electrical engineer.
Ciera Flynn, a graduate of South Lake High School, will continue her education at Saint Leo University, majoring in Nursing.
Madison Moseley earned both her high school diploma from Lake Minneola High School and her Associate of Arts degree from Lake-Sumter State College. She plans to attend Florida State University to pursue a degree in Psychology.
Patrick Gibson, a devoted family man, returned to complete his education and earned his GED. He also serves as the Music Director for Tuscanooga Baptist Church and is a recording artist.
Graduates Not Pictured:
Ashton Leigh Clark was unable to attend the service as she was participating in her graduation ceremony at Widener University Commonwealth Law School, where she earned her Juris Doctor degree. She will begin her career as an Associate Attorney with Bowen Schroth Law Firm.
Madelyn Louise Dykes graduated from South Lake High School and plans to attend cosmetology school to become a hairstylist.
Congratulations to the 2026 graduates!!
