Meet the Class of 2026
THE CLASS OF 2026 IS ONE TO REMEMBER, ESPECIALLY FOR THEIR PROUD PARENTS AND LOVED ONES. STROLL SUGAR MILL POND IS HONORED TO CELEBRATE THESE REMARKABLE YOUNG RESIDENTS AND WISH THEM A FUTURE FILLED WITH SUCCESS AND JOY.
Payton Bienvenu
Daughter of Jared and Lauren Bienvenu
Graduating from Southside High School
Payton plans to attend Louisiana State University in the fall to major in construction management.
“My favorite memory from high school is playing soccer for the Southside High School varsity team all four years.”
Amelia Breaux
Daughter of Brandon and Michelle Breaux
Graduating from St. Thomas More Catholic High School
Amelia plans to attend the University of Louisiana at Lafayette to major in speech pathology and audiology.
“My favorite memory from high school is our Campus Ministry 10,000 feet retreat with friends.”
Kaydence Gradney
Daughter of Tyler and Jessica Racca
Graduating from Southside High School
Kaydence plans to attend the University of Louisiana at Lafayette to major in nursing.
“I will never forget all the friends I’ve made along the way. These are friendships that I know I will carry on into the next chapter of my life.”
Jackson Kosmer
Son of Eric and Amanda Kosmer
Graduating from ARCA
Jackson has signed with Nicholls State University to run cross-country and track at the collegiate level. His plans are to absorb as much knowledge from his teammates and coaches to learn and grow as an athlete and a person.
“My favorite memories will always involve the cross country runs and my teammates. The warm-up run, exploring the track, and the shenanigans that followed are memories I will always hold closely.”
Aiden Marcell
Son of Tim and Lisa Marcell
Graduating from ARCA
Aiden plans to attend barber school.
“My favorite memory from high school is being part of the ARCA Bass Fishing Team.”
Carley Vallot
Daughter of Chad and Renee Vallot
Graduating from St. Thomas More Catholic High School
Carley plans to attend ULL to pursue a degree in nursing, to become a pediatrician or pediatric nurse, and dedicate her career to caring for children.
“My favorite memory from high school was finding my people. Making friendships that started junior year and turned into the kind of bonds I know will last far beyond graduation.”
Tyson Widon
Son of Brandon and Jessica Gleason
Graduating from Elysian Fields High School
Tyson plans to attend school to become a radiologist.
“My favorite memory from high school is competing in UIL Events.”