Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

Mary Frontz, daughter of Theresa Frontz of Gulfport, is a sophomore maid. A graduate of St. Patrick Catholic High School, she is pursuing a degree as a Medical Laboratory Scientist and plans to attend the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She serves as Vice President of both the Reflections Team and Student Government Association and is also a member of Phi Theta Kappa and the Campus Activities Board. Mary was chosen as a Class Favorite during her freshman year.

Preston Lewis, son of Brent and Valerie Lewis of Ocean Springs, is a freshman duke. A graduate of Ocean Springs High School, he is majoring in HVAC and plans to work in the field while growing his real estate portfolio, with the goal of eventually owning his own HVAC business and serving as Mayor of Ocean Springs. He is a member of the Reflections Team and was named Most School Spirited at Ocean Springs High School. Preston also served two years on the Mayor’s Youth Council, was voted Most Likely to Be Mayor, and was invited to speak at the Ocean Springs Mayoral Induction Ceremony. He is a certified personal trainer and lifeguard, as well as the recipient of the New Century Skills, Dutches Club, Air Master’s, and Southern AG Credit scholarships.

Ysabelle DiCiesare Murray, daughter of Eden and Richard Murray of Biloxi, is a freshman maid. A graduate of Centerline High School, she is majoring in Forensic Chemistry with plans to pursue a career in forensics and work with the FBI. Ysabelle is an active member of the Reflections Team, Student Government Association, Campus Activities Board, choir, and C-Side Acapella.

Bryce Rutledge, son of Brandie and Jason Rutledge of Gulfport, is a sophomore duke. A graduate of Harrison Central High School, he is majoring in Business and Marketing with plans to continue his education at a four-year university or enter the workforce. Bryce serves as President of both the Student Government Association and Campus Activities Board and is also an active member of the Reflections Team.

Abra Taylor, Jr., son of Abra and Bianca Taylor of Gulfport, is a sophomore duke. A graduate of Biloxi High School, he is majoring in Mathematics Education and plans to transfer to Florida A&M University to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education. Abra serves as Secretary of the Reflections Team and is also a member of the Campus Activities Board and Student Government Association.

Alajha Woodard, daughter of Sky Love and Christopher Woodard of Gulfport, is a sophomore maid. A graduate of Gulfport High School, she is majoring in Dental Hygiene and plans to transfer to the University of Mississippi to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene. Alajha serves as President of the Reflections Team, Parliamentarian of the Student Government Association, and Sophomore Class President. She is also a member of Phi Theta Kappa and the Campus Activities Board. Her honors include the Outstanding New Member of the Reflections Team Award, Vice President’s List, SMPDD Scholar, and earning an Advanced College and Career Ready Diploma in Business.

Aryana Barajas is the daughter of Elizabeth Kuhn and Jose Barajas. She is a freshman maid from Moss Point and plans to transfer to Mississippi State University to pursue a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. At MGCCC, she serves as Freshman Class President in the Student Government Association and is also involved in Reflections, Campus Activities Board, Jackson County Hispanic American Club, and The Oak Club. She was selected as a member of Reflections and chosen as the Freshman Class Maid for Homecoming.

Anna Dunnaway is the daughter of Brent and Sara Dunnaway.  She is a sophomore maid from Ocean Springs and plans on attending The University of Southern Mississippi and getting a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in nursing.  She is president of the Student Government Association, Campus Activities Board public relations coordinator, Reflections Team secretary, Phi Theta Kappa public relations coordinator and a regional officer, and member of the Hispanic American Club.

Kalib Ely is the son of Steven and Kristi Ely. He is a freshman duke from Pascagoula and is majoring in Instrumentation and Controls Technology. His career goal is to enter the manufacturing workforce as an instrumentation technician. He is active in the Campus Activities Board and the Student Government Association.

Skylar Tien Nguyen is the son of Bic and Tien Nguyen. He is a sophomore duke from St. Martin and is pursuing Biomedical Sciences on a pre-medical track, with plans to transfer to the University of South Alabama. He is involved in Student Government Association, Campus Activities Board, Jackson County Hispanic American Club, BeYou Jackson County, Reflections Team, and Phi Theta Kappa. Skylar serves as SGA Parliamentarian, CAB Vice President of Membership Engagement, Hispanic American Club Vice President of Special & Campus Events, and BeYou JC Vice President.

Tucker Paulk is the son of Denny and Christy Paulk. He is a sophomore duke from Hurley and is majoring in Mechanical Engineering. At MGCCC, he is president of the Campus Activities Board, vice president of Reflections, and historian for the Student Government Association. He is also a member of Choir, One Accord, and the Oak Club.

Kaylee AnnaMarie Pickett, daughter of Phelan Pickett and Eukeisha Pickett, is a sophomore maid from Gautier and a graduate of Gautier High School. She is pursuing a degree in Elementary Education with plans to continue her education while working as an assistant teacher. At MGCCC, she is involved in numerous organizations, serving as Sophomore Class President, Reflections Team public relations coordinator, Hispanic American Club member, and Campus Activities Board member. Kaylee was previously selected as Freshman Class Favorite and Freshman Homecoming Royalty.

Roy ‘Avery Barnes is the son of Roy and Beverly Barnes. He is a sophomore duke from Monticello and is majoring in IT Specialist Technology with plans to transfer to Jackson State University. At MGCCC, he is active in the Dog Pound and Campus Activities Board. Roy ‘Avery is also a recipient of the CSET Tech Fusion Scholarship and the Centennial Scholarship.

Courtney Beavers, Jr. is the son of Mary Dedeaux-Freeman and Courtney Beavers Sr. He is a sophomore duke from Gulfport and is majoring in Business and Marketing with plans to transfer to a four-year college in Atlanta. He is a member of the Dog Pound, Phi Theta Kappa, and the Campus Activities Board. Courtney is also pursuing his interests in modeling and developing his clothing brand, Flossy Worldwide.

Mattie-Marie Cowart is the daughter of Bobby Lenn and Ginger Cowart. She is a sophomore maid from Richton and is pursuing Pre-Veterinary Medicine with plans to transfer to Mississippi State University. She is president of the Baptist Student Union, serves on the BSU worship team, is a member of Phi Theta Kappa, and a second-year cheerleader. Mattie-Marie has been named to the President’s List, received the Sportsmanship Award from her coaches, and is the recipient of the Annual Gala Scholarship, the Master Scholar Award, and a Foundation/Alumni Named Scholarship.

Betty Makayla Fowler is the daughter of Barbara Fowler and Cynthia Powe. She is a sophomore maid from Wiggins and is majoring in Biological Sciences with plans to become a board-certified dermatologist and an NFL cheerleader. At MGCCC, she is a Perkette Captain, secretary of the Student Government Association, a STEM Scholar, a member of the Honors College, and part of Reflections. She was also selected as the 2024 Freshman Homecoming Maid.

Kaitlyn Alizabeth Gaylor is the daughter of George and Alicia Gaylor. She is a freshman maid from Terry, who attended Discovery Christian School and is majoring in Surgical Technology. Kaitlyn’s goal is to pursue a career in the medical field as a surgical technologist or follow wherever God leads her.

Chance Manning is the son of Tarsha and Greg Manning. He is a freshman duke from Byram and is pursuing a Pre-Dental pathway with plans to transfer to a university to continue his studies. At MGCCC, he serves as a Resident Assistant and is a member of the Dog Pound and Student Government Association.