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Before heading to the HBCU Miles College in Alabama to pursue a degree in social work, Capital High senior Yasmina Murphy reflected on her education and goals for the future.

From teaching crochet to mentoring children at Troy Gardens, Zion Montgomery-Cross' passion for community care shines through everything he does.

"There's always going to be an MMSD school for you, no matter what. It may not be the one that the location you live in, but there will always be a school within this district that you'll find yourself to fit into and meet people."

Arvina Martin wrapped up her senior year with a special honor: the Wisconsin Indian Education Association (WIEA) High School Student of the Year Award.

Graduating senior Rae’Mia Hite is wrapping up her time at Capital High with plans to pursue her CDL license.

"Immediately I knew this place is great, there were so many cool people to meet," Banks said. "As time went on, I started learning who I am and what I want to do with my future."

La Follette High School senior Diego Roman follows his passions wherever it takes him: from his local auto apprenticeship to drama club to the fire academy.

From the costume crew to the camera lens, Ollie Heide has spent four years helping shape the stories of Madison West.

Gandjui has made a mark in his academic career by pushing himself to take multiple AP classes, while also balancing extracurriculars, including soccer, basketball and tennis.

Through the Early College Academy, East High's Deja Yang has taken three marketing courses at Madison College, with her sights set on starting her own business.

At Vel Phillips Memorial High School, Lankella led and created multiple student organizations that will support students for years to come.

Zhyrie Lofton and Tamariona Winzer's friendship has been a major motivator in their academic success. 

Inspired by multiple hands-on, outdoor-focused science classes at Malcolm Shabazz City High, the senior wants to further their experience in restoration and wildlife work.

Whether it’s on the baseball diamond or in the cafeteria, Hengst builds a strong sense of belonging and connection.

Before heading to UW-La Crosse to study public health and play soccer, the West senior reflects on the growth, friendships and support she found along the way.

Once he graduates this June, Kahite will attend UW-Madison to study political science and psychology, with an ultimate goal of attending law school to become a human rights lawyer.

The East High senior and licensed firefighter made the most of every opportunity–balancing academics, athletics, leadership and work on his path to UW-Madison.