Samantha Webb is field commander for the Riverdale marching band. She is also vice-president of FBLA and CEO of Cloud 9 Designs.
She enjoys knitting, embroidery, long walks on the beach, and selling BoJangles biscuits.
Next year, she will attend MTSU as a business major and someday hopes to open her own business in cake design.
Wesley Riley is a member of the Spanish Club, NHS, NEHS, and Mu Alpha Theta.
His hobbies include playing cards, knocking down trees, dressing classy for the ladies, listening to classic rock, collecting magnets, and jumping over puddles with outstretched arms.
[He really wrote this.]
His post-graduation plans include attending MTSU and becoming an orthopedic surgeon. If that doesn’t work out, he will become a professional lumberjack and look like Mr. Johnson with a flannel shirt and tin lunch pail.
Karina Patel is a member of the yearbook staff, Student Council, Mu Alpha Theta, DECA, and National Honors Society.
She enjoys reading, hanging out with her friends, watching sports, volunteering. And her favorite color is purple.
Next year, she will attend UTK and major in business.
J.D. Leverette is a member of the Riverdale marching band. In his spare time, he enjoys Frisbee golf, reading, and creating music.
After graduation, he will attend MTSU and major in either computer science or aerospace.
Darbi Smith is in her second year of child care and works in the Early Childhood wing at World Outreach Church.
She also dances at Turn Out Dance studio.
Next year, she will attend MTSU as a business major, or the Georgia Career Institute and study cosmetology.
Zakk Sengaroun is a member of the German Club, Ping Pong Club, FADE, NHS, and NAHS.
He enjoys playing the guitar and playing soccer.
After graduation, he plans on going to Bonaroo--and then onward to MTSU, where he will major in science.
Nia Drennon works as an aide in the Dean’s Office. She enjoys music production, kickboxing, online shopping, and helping others.
After graduation, she will attend MTSU and major in either mass communication or music industry.
Dylan Higgins is a member of FADE and National Honor Society.
In his spare time, he enjoys camping, hiking, swimming, soccer, and playing guitar.
Next year, he will attend UTC and major in physical therapy.
Brittany Napper is a member of the Dance Team and FADE.
She spends her spare time babysitting and dancing—of course!
After graduation, she wants to take a trip to Australia. Afterwards, she will attend MTSU and major in Nursing.
Trevor Sutton is a member of the baseball team, where he plays pitcher and first-base.
He also enjoys playing golf with his brother and dad.
Next year, he will attend the University of Memphis on a full-ride baseball scholarship, where he will major in physical therapy.
Tyisha Petty is a member of the Riverdale Girls Basketball team—ranked No. 2 in the nation.
When she’s not playing basketball, she enjoys hanging out with her friends and shopping.
Next year she will attend MTSU with a full basketball scholarship and major in Journalism and Mass Communication.
Trevor Patterson is president of FFA and a member of FADE and National Honor Society.
In his spare time, he enjoys playing with his dog Ringo and sleeping.
He is considering either UTK or Auburn next year to major in pre-veterinary medicine.
Sara Binkley is a member of Theatre, RTN, and YAWS.
She enjoys playing guitar, singing, and playing just about every other instrument.
Next year, she will attend MTSU and major in Audio Recording Production.
Terrance Bell is a member of RTN, Thespians, and Production Services.
He enjoys web design, computer repair, gaming, and reading in his spare time.
Next year, he plans to attend MTSU and major in Computer Engineering.
Tore Benford has been an active member of Special Olympics Track and Field and Bowling Teams for the last two years.
He keeps a positive attitude all day long. He is a good student in all classes and works well with his classmates.
He is friendly to all, ready to help anyone in need, and has the greatest smile!
Michelle Quarto is a member of the Riverdale band, Choir, National Honor Society, and RAP.
She is also President of the Thespian Honor Society.
She is a gifted singer and enjoys making crafts. Her crafts will be on sale during lunch today at the Craft Show.
Next year, she will attend either MTSU or UTK and double major in vocal performance and music education.
Justin Luther is DECA Chapter president and a member of the Cross Country team.
In his spare time, he enjoys running and writing essays.
After graduation, he will attend MTSU and work towards a master’s degree in clinical psychology.
Keaton Evans (nominated by Mrs. Wyant) is a member of the cheerleading team, FCA, and the Spanish Club. She is also active with her youth group at World Outreach Church.
She enjoys tumbling, fishing, being with her friends, and speaking Spanish.
Next year, Keaton will attend MTSU and major in Nursing, while continuing to study Spanish.
Austin Wiseman (nominated by Mrs. Best, Mrs. Bontrager, Mrs. Underland, and Mrs. Nave) is a member of National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Spanish Club, and Beta Club. He is a great aide in the front office but sometimes has difficulty with names!
He is a worship leader at World Outreach Church for 4 th – 6 th graders.
After graduation, he will attend MTSU and major in Organizational Communications, and then go into the children’s ministry of a church.
Chelsea Presley has been a dedicated manager of the football team for four years. She is also a member of the Science Club, Virtual Enterprise and spends time after school in her church youth group.
She is in the process of making blankets and donating them to the homeless shelter.
Next year, she will attend MTSU and major in elementary education.
Davis DiNardo is a four-year member of the Riverdale football team, where he plays wide receiver.
In his spare time, he enjoys playing football and basketball.
Next year, he hopes to attend either Bethel College or Alabama.
Brie Mitchell is a member of FBLA. She enjoys spending time with her friends and doing a little shopping.
She is applying to UT Knoxville for next year and will study fashion merchandising.
Peyton Phillips is a linebacker on the Riverdale football team and a member of DECA and FCA.
He has a great attitude and is respectful to everyone he meets. Next year, he hopes to attend UTC and major in Health and Wellness.
Hayleigh Dunning has been both soccer and the cross country girls’ team captain this fall. She is leading the cross country team in her second straight year to the state championship. She is a member of NHS, the German Club, and is a yearbook staff member.
She enjoys kayaking, spelunking, rock climbing and anything outdoors. She is just as comfortable watching a movie with friends. Hayleigh is actively involved in Fellowship Bible Youth and Young Life.
She plans to attend college next year and continue her soccer career.
Scottie Boykin is a member of the Riverdale football team and wrestling team.
He is a well-rounded athlete who can squat 550 pounds, bench 300, and yet is extremely kind and respectful to everyone he meets.
Next year, he may attend MTSU and continue his wrestling and football career.
Daezia Smith is a member of Student Council, Latin Club, NHS, and is President of NEHS, and President of the Science Club.
She is extremely friendly and respectful to everyone.
In her spare time, Daezia enjoys drawing, reading, and writing.
After graduation, she will attend Missouri State University and study to be a computer animator.
Aron Aydelott is a tight end on the Riverdale football team and also pitches for the Warrior baseball team. He is also an extremely helpful aide in the Dean’s Office.
He enjoys fantasy football, golfing, and playing NCAA 13.
After graduation, UTK is his college of choice.
Kaylan Orphanos is a member of National Honor Society, Science Club, Mu Alpha Theta, and FBLA.
She spends time after school playing soccer, volunteering, and watching baseball games.
Next year, she will attend the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and major in pre-med.
Trevin Ayers is a member of the Riverdale baseball team, FCA, and National Honor Society.
In his spare time, he enjoys hanging out with his friends, playing ping-pong, and eating sushi.
After graduation, he will attend the University of Tennessee.
Taylor Prince is as member of NHS, the Science Club, Mu Alpha Theta, and the Riverdale choir.
She hopes to attend Vanderbilt next year and study pre-med in her path to becoming an ER physician.
Nick Matteson plays in the drumline of the Riverdale band. He is also in National Honor Society and Spectrum.
He enjoys playing music and hanging out with his friends.
Next year, he plans to attend either Vanderbilt or Belmont and pursue a medical career.
Courtney Wright is president of Mu Alpha Theta and a member of the Beta Club and National Honor Society. She is also an officer in the Marching Band.
Her hobbies include reading, writing, taking walks, and spending time with her family.
After graduation, she will attend MTSU and major in mathematics and secondary education.
T.J. Patient is a member of the Half-Timers and has taken 12 years of dance classes.
In his spare time, he enjoys playing basketball and dancing.
After graduation, he plans to study to become a dance teacher and possibly move to California.
Kelee Dawson is a member of the cheerleading team, FCCLA, FCA, the Spanish Club, and Key Club.
She enjoys sewing, jumping on the trampoline, and working with her church youth group on mission trips.
Kelee hopes to attend Vanderbilt next year and become a child psychologist.
Drew Hix is a member of the golf team and his church youth group.
In his spare time, he enjoys fixing electronics, and can repair X-Boxes and cell phones.
After graduation, he will attend MTSU.
Rebecca Webb is as member of NAHS, FFA, and is a youth leader in her church.
She is an aide for Mrs Radabaugh who says, “She is so helpful and always has a great attitude!”
She enjoys drawing and painting in her spare time and plans to attend MTSU next year with a major in biology.
Josh Culbertson was nominated by Mrs. Bontrager in child care. He works with children at his after-school job at his church.
He enjoys photography, hiking, camping, and killing bears with his bare hands. J
He will attend MTSU next year and study either photography or early childhood education.
Kenia Azor is a member of the volleyball team, FCA, and the track team.
She enjoys hanging out with her friends, shopping, and spending time with her family.
Next year, she will attend the University of North Carolina and major in pre-med. She plans to be a general practitioner.
Levi Higgs is president of National Honor Society, a member of the soccer team, and a prospective member of NEHS—pending Mrs. Pondillo’s approval.
In his spare time, he enjoys reading, watching TV, and shopping at the Dollar Store for his plastic gun collection.
After graduation, he plans on experiencing the world and then taking a trip to Gatlinburg.
Aaliyah Garrett is student body vice-president and a member of FADE, FCCLA, and DECA.
She is a wonderful student who smiles often and has a positive attitude.
Next year, she plans to attend Washington University and major in psychology.
Justin Sorrow is a member of FCA, FBLA, and Virtual Enterprise.
He enjoys snowboarding and hanging out with his friends.
After graduation, he plans to attend college and major in electrical engineering.
Melinda Lewis is an editor of the yearbook staff and a member of the French Club and Science Club.
She enjoys reading, writing, and listening to music in her spare time.
Her plans after graduation are becoming an astronaut and being the first woman on the moon.
Dillon Woodruff is a member of the Riverdale football team and FCA.
He enjoys hanging out with his friends and playing sports in his spare time.
He hopes to continue his football career in college and major in engineering.
Natalie Musselman is a member of the tennis team, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, the French Club, and the school newspaper.
She enjoys sewing and playing tennis in her spare time. Next year, she plans to attend college and later become a physical therapist.
Kenneth Honeycutt is Chief Win-Em-All. He was also in Riverdale’s production of Grease last year.
When he’s not at school, he enjoys playing waterpolo and working as a lifeguard.
Next year, he plans to attend MTSU and major in Recreational Management.