Ms. Simmons received her Master of Education from Middle Tennessee State University. Addditionally, she was accepted in the National Aspiring Principals Fellowship Cohort. She is a member of Shorter Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church under the pastorate of Rev. Coleman March, Jr.

Ms. Wilson received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She is the daughter of the Reverends Jermaine and Dejuana Wilson, and a member of Warren Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church.

Ms. Walker received an Associate of Allied Health and Science degree. She will be continuing her educational endeavors at Chattanooga State Technical Community College pursuing a degree in Radiology. She is a member of St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church, Chattanooga, where the Rev. Dr. Pedro K. Basden is the pastor.

Ms. Walker received an Associate of Allied Health and Science degree. She will be continuing her educational endeavors at Fisk University pursuing a backelor degree. She is a member of St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church, Chattanooga, where the Rev. Dr. Pedro K. Basden is the pastor.

Ms. Mastin received an Associate of Health Science degree. She is the daughter of Sis. Deretha Mastin and a member of Mary's Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, where the Rev. Nicole Washington is the pastor.

Ms. Ewing received an Associate of Science degree, Cum Laude. She will be continuing her education pursuing a degree as a dental assistant. She is the granddaughter of Sister Rita Bass and a member of Mary's Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, where the Rev. Nicole Washington is the pastor.

Mr. Dark graduated in the top 10% of his class and has been inducted into the National Honor Society. He plans to attend MTSU in the fall majoring in history. He is a member of Warren Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church and the grandson of Mrs. Carolyn Dark. The pastor is the Reverend Jermaine Wilson.

Ms. Moore received her diploma and plans to attend Chattanooga State Community College in the fall majoring in Cosmetology. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Gwen Maddox and is a member of Warren Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, the Reverend Jermain Wilson is the pastor.

Mr. Smith received his Diploma on May 15, 2026. He currently serves as the East Tennessee YPD President and is a faithful member of Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Chattanooga. Reverend Alan J. and First Lady Johnnita Holman , along with the entire conference, are very proud of this young man.

Mr. Johnson received his diploma on May 15, 2026. He has been accepted to the University of Memphis where he will pursue studies in Mechanical Engineering. He is the great-grandson of Sister Lynda Croom of Mary's Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Fayetteville, Rev. Nicole Washington, pastor.

Ms. Williams is a 2026 graduate, receiving her diploma, and will attending Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) in the fall. She is the great granddaughter of Rev. Ann Pierre a member of St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church, Rev. Dr. Sheila Harris is the pastor.

Mr. Shaw graduated on May 15, 2026. Additionally, Mr. Shaw completed a two year Tennessee certified welding course. He is the grandson of Sister Lynda Croom of Mary's Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Rev. Nicole Washington is the pastor.

Ms. McCrary received her diploma certifying that she is a high school graduate. She is a member of St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church, Rev. Dr. Pedro K. Basden is the pastor.

Ms. Mims is the daughter of Jessica Smith, granddaughter of Ernest Smith, great granddaughter of Florence Smith of Berry Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church. Rev. Dickie Sebastian is the pastor. She will be attending Pellissippi Community College in pursuit of a Nursing degree.

Ms. Jordan is the great-grand nephew of Bro. Bobby and Sis. Jo Anne Gaunt of Berry Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church. Rev. Dickie Sebastian is the pastor.

Mr. Lee received his Diploma on May 18, 2026. He is the son of Ms. Keniya Love and grandson of the Rev. Drs. Donna and Kenneth Love. He is a member of Joseph Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Chattanooga, under the pastorate of Rev. Dr. Donna S. Love.

Mr. Wilson received his Diploma on May 19, 2026. He is the son of Ms. Keniya Love and grandson of the Rev. Drs. Donna and Kenneth Love. He is a member of Joseph Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Chattanooga, under the pastorate of Rev. Dr. Donna S. Love.

Mr. Busham received his Diploma on May 18, 2026, and was accepted into Chattanooga Prepatory School. He is the son of Ms. Jorgena Bernal. He is a member of Allen Temple African Methodist Episcopal Church, Chattanooga, under the pastorate of Rev. James Owens.

Ms. Anthony is advancing from Kindergarten to 1st grade. Dhe attended Harrison Elementary. She is the daughter of Sis. Lydia McLean and the granddaughter of Sis. Angela Laster. She is a member of Allen Temple African Methodist Episcopal Church, Chattanooga, under the pastorate of Rev. James Owens.

Ms. Walker is advancing from Kindergarten to 1st grade. She is a member of St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church, Chattanooga, under the pastorate of Rev. Dr. Pedro K. Basden.

Ms. Douglas attended Harrison Elementary and received a Fluency Master award. She is the daughter of Sister Danesha Sutton, granddaughter of Diana Sutton, and great granddaughter of Sister Dorneta Johnson, a member of Warren Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Chattanooga, under the pastorate of Rev. Jermaine Wilson.

Ms. Hill attended North Lee Elementary. She is the daughter of Rev. Antonio and Sis. DeKesha Hill, the granddaughter of Bro. Ray Hill, a member of St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church, Chattanooga, under the pastorate of Rev. Dr. Pedro K. Basden.

Ms. Suttles attended Northfield Elementary. She is the granddaughter of Bro. Bobby amd Sis. Jo Anne Gaunt, members of Berry Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Chattanooga, under the pastorate of Rev. Dickie Sebastian.

Mr. Bernal attended Orchard Knob Elementary and is the son of Sis. Jorgena Bernal, members of Allen Temple African methodist Episcopal Church, where the pastor is the Rev. James Owens.

Ms. Welch attended Southside Elementary and is the granddaughter of Sis. Lynda Croom, a member of Mary's Chapel African methodist Episcopal Church, where the pastor is the Rev. Nicole Washington.

Ms. Simmons completed her first year at Valdosta State University with a 4.0 GPA. She is a member of the color guard, media team, honors college, honor society, and Dean's list. She is the daughter of Sister Tarra Simmons and a member of Shorter Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Chattanooga, under the pastorate of Rev. Colman March, Jr.