Congratulations Class of 2023
On Saturday, May 27, SMCA celebrated Senior Commencement for the Class of 2023. The ceremony
included our traditional candle lighting that symbolizes seniors passing knowledge to students who will
remain at the school, as well as individual prayers over the seniors by Mrs. Gilroy and Coach Nelson.
Pastor Marvin Harris inspired graduates to focus on Scripture as they leave SMCA, and Valedictorian
Hannah Crawford, one of five “senior babies” who have attended at least 12 years, encouraged classmates
to recall Philippians 4:7 in times of trouble: And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall
keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Congratulations to the Class of 2023!
-Sharlene Thompson, Dean of Student Affairs
Our Seniors are leaving us and going:
Drew Baden
Attend College of Southern Maryland while working part time, then transfer after finding a major
Judea Campbell
Attend esthetician school and work somewhere within that field
Hannah Crawford – Valedictorian, Honors Graduate, Scholars Diploma, National Honor Society
Attend Grand Canyon University to study creative writing
Ryan Dell – Capstone Winner
Attend college and get a job as a concept artist or a level designer in the video game industry
Alexa Flores
Attend College of Southern Maryland at Leonardtown to study human development
Savannah Hall – National Honor Society
Attend cosmetology school and continue dancing
Ian Horton – National Honor Society
Join the elevator union through an apprenticeship program
Kennadi Johnson – Honors Graduate, National Honor Society, Career Mustang Award
Pursue a sports medicine career
Clint Strader
Attend college to do something in the medical field or a first responder
Khalis Walls
Pursue working in a hospital as a medical assistant