Student Spotlight

The journey doesn’t end when the Supreme Court and My Hometowns program does! Our students go on to achieve incredible things in high school, college, and beyond. Whether they’re excelling in academics, leading community projects, or exploring new opportunities, we love keeping up with their successes. Check out what our recent alumni have been up to and how they’re continuing to make an impact!

Tisha S., Indianapolis, ‘24

This past month, I had the incredible opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C. for We the People Nationals, where my class and I represented Indiana.

Looking ahead, I am excited to share that I will be attending Indiana University Bloomington in the summer for a scholars program before transitioning into the fall semester. I am so looking forward to this next chapter and all the opportunities it will bring!

Ariana R., Providence, ‘25

Last month, I had an excellent experience at the State House with my criminal justice teacher and state representative Earl Read. He let me sit in on the education committee hearings and let me come down to the floor, and it was a wonderful experience to get to know how the government works. I am so eternally grateful for the opportunities I have had!

Campbell W., Montgomery, ‘25

As the end of senior year approaches, I will attend Belmont University in Tennessee as part of the Global Honors Program!

Along with this, I attended my last AL Youth Legislative Conference, where I served as the 76th Senate Pro Temp. My conference ended with being selected as a top-25 delegate to attend the Conference on National Affairs and being awarded and recognized with the Betty Carr Award for service and contributions to the YMCA and the Youth Legislative Conference!

August P., Providence, ‘25

I’m excited to share that I have the honor of representing RI at the American Legion Oratorical Contest! After winning the department contest, I get to go to Michigan to deliver a prepared oration on voter turnout and the Constitution, as well as a shorter oration on a randomly drawn amendment or article. I’m also excited to have my Eagle Court of Honor coming up! I’m so grateful for these opportunities and for the Hometowns Program for inspiring my interest in the Constitution!

Arius H., STL ‘23

This past year, a lot has changed in my life. I lost my grandmother, I’ve switched through several jobs, I even had to get a new car (that I now have to replace). Mentally, I’m doing fine but it has all been pretty hard on me. However, I’m very optimistic. I’m getting ready to graduate soon, and I even found a business partner to help me with my online clothing store. Given the circumstances, I would say I’m doing pretty good right now. Oh I almost forgot, I cut off my locs too and now I have an afro.

Hasini R., Boston ‘25

This past month I played the Tuba at the Central District of Massachusetts Concert Band Festival. I also was accepted into a couple of colleges I applied to such as American University, Georgia Tech, University of Maryland, and more! Finally, I celebrated the end of high school midterms with my friends at Chipotle.

Abrielle H., Boston ‘25

The Hometown program has greatly influenced my life. Since I have joined the program, I was inspired by the teaching of Supreme Court cases and I have established a new club at my school and started using similar methods to provide civics education sessions at the club by talking about legal cases that related to our lives. With the success in Public Forum debate as the Octofinalist in Harvard debate tournament in my 8th grade last year, I stepped into Lincoln-Douglas debate in my freshman year. After adapting the new debate style for 3-4 months, in January 2026, I was able to made my first step to win the U50 (Junior Varsity) first place in Lexington Winter Invitational.

Grace N., Indianapolis ’24

I will be going to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Duke University as a Robertson Scholar! This program allows me to pursue majors, engage with extracurricular activities, perform research with faculty, and participate in programs at both schools. I plan on majoring in History at UNC and International Comparative Studies at Duke.

Kimora H., St. Louis ’24

I am now a Saint Louis University student! I am also a Law Scholar with SLU! This program gives me the opportunity to participate in law-centered seminars and even a pre-admittance into SLU’s Law School. I have also received scholarships from both SLU and my own high school! I got the Vice Presidential’s scholarship! I am planning to double major in International/Global Studies and Political Science on the pre-law track. I’m graduating with honors from three Honors Societies and one volunteer-based club.

Let us know what you’re up to.

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Kailani D., Boston ‘25

Recently, I finished my week of mid-terms. I consider a wonderful accomplishment given how difficult the IB program is at my school. The IB (International Baccalaureate) program is like the AP program but tougher. Additionally, I started making a fabulous artwork of a wolf-dragon creature.

Mariano G., Puerto Rico ‘25

I finished one of the longest books I have ever read. The book is called Lord of the Mysteries.

Halsey H., Providence ‘24

I recently committed to row D1 at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill!

Ana Maria F., Puerto Rico ‘25

Last month, alongside my school’s NHS directive, we created the NHS Recognition Program. Every month we aim to highlight the hardworking employees in Cupeyville School and give our thanks for their commitment to the school. We also made a d-board dedicated to the employee and handwritten letters by our NHS members.

Olivia M.H., St. Louis, ’25

I’m fully committed to going to the University of Wisconsin Madison attending their Letters and Science Honors Program for Political Science and minoring in History!

Vyra A., Chattanooga ’24

I have received the Bonners Scholarship and am super excited to join the Bonners Scholars at Berry College next semester! I’ll be double majoring in history and political science. I’m so thrilled to start this new chapter of my life 🙂

Mykola K. – Sacramento ‘25

I’m committing to UCLA! I got in as an undeclared social sciences major, and I will likely be declaring Business Economics. I’m really excited, but looking for scholarships to afford it.

William E., Montgomery, ‘25

I was recently elected Governor of Alabama Key Club—the largest high school service club in the state.

Gracie H., Chattanooga, ‘24

This past semester in college, I fundraised hundreds of dollars for the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation for my Asian-interest sorority, and I was elected VP of Records and recruitment chair for this upcoming fall!

Tolu A., Boston ‘26

I was recently accepted into the QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program and inducted into my school’s honor wall.

Eli C., Chattanooga ‘23

I am planning to be a mentor at the next Supreme Court and My Hometown program in Chattanooga!

Max B., Chicago, ‘25

I will be attending Harvard University for Government and Economics this upcoming fall and am very excited for the future!

Blake M., Chicago ‘25

I’ve officially committed to The Ohio State University on the Morrill Scholarship! I’m entering as a Public Management, Leadership, and Policy major.

Marianyelis L., Puerto Rico, ‘25

I will be graduating on May 28, 2026. I’ve been accepted to the University of South Florida and waitlisted to the University of Central Florida. I’m super excited for the new journey ahead!

Lexi S. – Sacramento ‘25

I was recently accepted into an internship at the Vanguard Court Watch and have now published three articles.

Ray C., Boston ‘26

I recently competed in the Speech and Debate State Championship and placed 3rd in the group discussion event.

Maryam K., Montgomery, ‘25

I was recently accepted into UAB”s Early Medical School Acceptance Program and am planning to attend UAB in the fall!! I am excited to graduate high school and start this new chapter of my life. I also qualified to Nationals for speech and debate earlier this year, making me the only person in school history to have qualified all 4 years of high school. I found out about my acceptance to EMSAP on the same day!

Andrew M., Chicago, ‘25

I recently committed to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I will study Political Science and Economics on the Pre-Law Track.

Christopher F., Providence, ‘25

I got into Connecticut College!

Ashley P., Indianapolis, ‘24

I was recently admitted to the Mathematical Methods in the Social Sciences program at Northwestern University! I will be adding this major to my current Economics major and Global Health minor. I was also recently selected as a Leopold Fellow in the Department of History, where I will work as a research assistant on the project The History of Race and Medicine at Northwestern University.

Ana R., Chicago, ‘25

I am excited to announce that I am about to finish my first term as a Chicago Mayors Youth Commissioner. In addition I will be joining the 2026-2027 cohort as a Community Safety Co-Chair!

Vallery M., Puerto Rico ‘25

I am almost done with my freshman year of college. I made the dean’s list for the fall semester.

Elizabeth A., St. Louis ‘24

Hi! I am happy to share that I was accepted into Washington University in St. Louis as a John B. Ervin Scholar, Boston College, and have also received full rides from The University of Notre Dame and Howard University!

Olivia D., Boston ‘26

I just committed to Providence College, and I’m majoring in Business Management and will be on the Pre-Law track! Also, I am currently in the middle of my track season and qualified for states in the triple jump!

Erin F., Boston ‘26

Since the “My Hometown” program, I’ve been very busy with school and fun extracurricular activities! I volunteered as a camp counselor over a weekend for middle schoolers, played in my school’s musical “Back to the 80s”, and continued to be on the honor roll for school, getting all As and maintaining a 4.5 GPA. I’ve also continued my volunteer work at my local hospital and within my school, all while having fun!

Lusira W., Boston ‘25

Between 2025 and 2026, everything felt like a miracle. In just one year, I became more persistent, self-disciplined, and principled—sparked by key programs and internships. The Supreme Court and My Hometown program reshaped my perspective and exposed me to diverse viewpoints. I also met a wonderful friend who fueled my motivation and ambition. Recently, I’ve been focusing on academics for AP season, though I’ll soon shift to career and university goals. I’m also reading Conquering Crisis by Admiral William H. McRaven—an inspiring book on leadership that I recommend.

Jake D., Boston, ‘25

This April vacation, I was able to visit Washington, D.C. I visited the Supreme Court, the Capitol, the Library of Congress, and many other beautiful buildings and places. It was an amazing experience, and I will definitely be going back.

(as a reminder, reach out to your Hometowns program coordinator if you are visiting D.C…we’d love to see you!)

Mackenzie G., Chattanooga, ‘24

I’ve spent the beginning of this year serving in Latin America through mission work, where I’ve been for the last four months. I’ve served at an orphanage and local kids program, evangelizing, encouraging children, and helping wherever needed. Along the way, I have climbed Acatenango in Guatemala, visited Mayan ruins, hiked beautiful landscapes, explored cities, and met people from many different walks of life. I’ve also begun a blog to share stories and reflections from this season of faith, growth, and service. I will be returning to the Hometowns Program in June as a mentor and am excited to invest in others, continue growing, and discover even more of what history has in store for me. After Hometowns, I look forward to returning to the mission field.

Abrielle H., Boston, ‘25

I received a summa cum laude (gold medal) on the 2026 National Latin Exam.

Tracey T., Boston ‘25

It’s college admission season, so I’ve been “patiently” waiting for colleges to release their decisions. So far I got into a couple of my reach schools, which feels great I didn’t expect to get in to any of my reaches.

Hope E., St. Paul, ‘25

Finished my first year in the courts at YIG!

Jerry Li, Boston ‘25

This year, I ranked Top 16 nationally in Public Forum debate and will compete at all three national tournaments from April through June.

Eli C., Chattanooga, ‘24

I will be participating in the Jewel Awards in Chattanooga in May and will be a mentor for the next Supreme Court and my Hometowns at Chattanooga!

Jessica O., Boston ‘25

I was accepted into Harvard’s Pre-College Program!

Mei-Elisabeth B., Boston ‘25

I have been working with the Massachusetts Civic Learning Coalition to work on creating a high school voting registration model that will be proposed to the state and if approved implemented in all high schools across Massachusetts. In 2018 there was a law passed in MA saying that all high schools needed a voting registration model and we haven’t done that yet so 9 students and I were selected to work to create one that can be implemented throughout the state. I am so excited to share this with you and I don’t think I would have gotten the opportunity for this fellowship without having done the hometowns program. I have also been accepted to American University and Rhodes College which I am super excited about!

Amanda Clare L., Providence ‘25

I was accepted into the National Honors Society and am busy working on college applications for this coming fall! Excited for the summer since I am traveling to the Philippines in July and attending a conference in Philadelphia at the end of June!

Ethan T., Indianapolis ‘24

I got elected as the Cascade FFA Chapter President and Student Council Senior Class Secretary! I also got into an IU Bloomington Future Educators Program!

Maksim K., Indianapolis ‘24

I got into a competitive legal internship in Aberdeen, Scotland!

Madelyn M., Providence ‘25

I’m an upcoming junior in high school and my aspiration is to be a criminal defense lawyer! The Supreme Court and My Hometown program immensely brightened my education and love for the law. I’m president of the mock trial club at my school and it’s been a great experience. After the Hometowns program I know that my knowledge of the law is going to help me so much in mock trial and I’m very grateful for it!

Yami M., Providence ‘25

I’ve been living in my own fairytale as of late! I got asked to prom and it’s next week! I have been thriving in a school too!

Isabella G., Providence ‘25

Recently decommitted from Rutgers University and committed to CSU San Marcos…Debt free undergrad to save up for law school!