These seniors will lead at Patterson High graduation

Patterson High has named the 10 top graduates who will lead the Class of 2026 at the 6 p.m. Friday Commencement..
The top graduates are:
Mia Knight
Mia Knight is the daughter of Korie Knight.
As a freshman, she had the highest GPA in Geometry and Allied Health, was a second-degree Crackerjack and was honorable All-District in softball. She won the newcomer award in softball and second place at the Student Art Show for painting, and was a Student of the Month.
As a sophomore, she had the highest GPA in Algebra II, was a fourth-degree Crackerjack, was named Outstanding Woodwind in band, and was a defensive MVP in softball. She was second-team All-District in softball.
Mia had the highest GPA in Psychology (dual enrollment) and highest GPA-Fine Arts (dual enrollment) as a junior. She was a sixth-degree Crackerjack, first-team All-District in softball and Artist of the Month.
As a senior, she had the highest GPA in FACS. She received the Felterman scholarship and the Mt. Pisgah Masonic Lodge scholarship. She was All-Academic with 4.0 GPA in softball and academic All-State. She was a first-team All-District pitcher.
She is a Kindness Award-winner and an eighth degree Crackerjack. She ranked No. 1 in her class and was Summa Cum Laude.
She plans to attend Baton Rouge Community College to pursue radiology in hopes of becoming a radiology tech working with CT scans and MRIs, as well as playing softball.
Jazell Gray
Jazell Gray is the daughter of Cherrelle Gray. She maintained a 4.0 grade point average while balancing extracurricular activities and a part-time job.
She has earned certifications as a clinical medical assistant and an emergency medical responder.
She has been a member of the Timberland Regiment, Color Guard and Winter Guard.
She has been a member of Key Club, Beta Club, Coastal Club, Senior Mentors, STEM Club and ARK Club.
She has danced at the Dance Company for seven years.
Jazell plans to attend LSU and major in nursing.
Gracie Durapau
Gracie Durapau is the daughter of Heather Durapau and Michael Durapau.
Among her accomplishments, she is a member of the National Society for Scholars, Senior Mentor and Shining Star.
She was a member of the 2025 Homecoming Court. She has been certified in CPR three times.
Gracie won first in sideline at the 2022-23 cheer camp, first place at the 2023-24 Science Fair and first in the 2024-25 Psychology Fair.
She has the earned the highest GPA in PE, Digital Media, Publications I, Food and Nutrition, English III, Environmental Science and Publications II.
She won the Heart of a Jill Award for volleyball in 2024-25.
She has been involved in cheerleading, volleyball, softball as manager, Student Council, the ARK Club, BETA Club, Ed Rising and Key Club. She is an ACT Score Jumper.
Gracie plans to attend Nicholls State University to pursue a Bachelor of Science in nursing.
Remy Everitt
Remy Everitt is the daughter of Craig and Gidget Everitt.
She is a top 10 graduate with a 4.0 GPA, an ACT Score Jumper and a member of the ACT Hall of Fame and the ACT 25+ Club. She won the English II Subject Award.
Remy has Adobe certification in Photoshop, Illustrator and Visual Design. She is a sixth-degree Crackerjack. She has received the Felterman Family Memorial and Crow-Allen scholarships and is an NSU Outstanding Student.
She has participated in band, Beta Club, Student Council, Winter Guard, Quiz Bowl and bowling.
Remy plans the attend the Louisiana Scholars’ College at Northwestern State University, where she will major in communications and minor in theatre. She plans to graduate with a master’s degree and work in hospitality and tourism at Universal Studios.
Paola Bobet-Torres
Paola Bobet-Torres is the daughter of Glorimar Torres Ortiz and Christian Bobet Gonzalez.
She is a 4.0 graduate and was the Student of the Year in 2025.
She was a member of the 2025 Homecoming Court. She was named Student of the Month in 2026.
She received Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator certification.
She was All-Academic 4.0 GPA Beyond the Game in volleyball.
Her high school activities were cheer team, band, volleyball, Dance Team, Student Council, BETA Club, 4-H Coastal Club, Key Club, ARK Club, Educators Rising, Insight, Winter Guard, Color Guard, Senior Mentors, Talent Music, the National Honors Society for Scholars and the Louisiana Youth Seminar.
Paola plans to attend Nicholls State University and major in psychology 
Shaylee Thibodeau
Shaylee Thibodeau is the daughter of Shelby and Monique Thibodeau.
She is graduating Summa Cum Laude with a 4.0 GPA in the top 10, and scored a 24 on the ACT.
Shaylee is a seventh-degree Crackerjack and has earned certification as a clinical medical assistant.
She was a member of Beta Club for four years and the softball manager for a year.
She plans to attend Nicholls State to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in nursing.
Mariah Blanchard
Mariah Blanchard is the daughter of Elizabeth and Paul Blanchard.
She has maintained a 4.0 GPA throughout high school and has achieved fifth-degree Crackerjack.
She has received the varsity volleyball award and is an ACT Score Jumper. She has been named to the Principal’s List and won second place in the Voice of Democracy Essay Contest.
Her activities included volleyball, ARK Club and Insight.
Mariah plans to attend LSUE and major in medical sonography to become a professional ultrasound technician.
Katharine
Yolanda Arias
Katharine Yolanda Arias is the daughter of Jenny Jordan and Gabriel Fernandez.
She is a Word Millionaire and part of the PHS Coastal Club.
Katharine volunteered to tutor her peers for LEAP testing and attended AARP dinners with her peers to serve senior citizens meals.
She has achieved eighth-degree Crackerjack and has won multiple academic awards. After graduating, Katharine plans to attend UL Lafayette to major in biochemistry and become a pharmacist.
Jolie Brown
Jolie Brown is the daughter of Cherry and Jonathan Brown. She has been an active member of Beta Club, Key Club and Dance Team. She has served as Timberlette captain since 2024.
Jolie has also been part of other organizations such as ARK Club, Student Council and Senior Mentors. Outside of school, Jolie serves as a member of the Junior NAACP and works with other organizations that provide meals and toys, and advocates for the mental health of underprivileged youth. 
Jolie has been selected as a recipient for numerous awards, including two honorable mentions in the St. Mary Parish Art Show, eighth-degree Crackerjack, Best All Around and ACT Workkeys Hall of Fame. 
Jolie plans to attend LSU in Baton Rouge to study psychology pre-law and become an attorney.
Alicea Franklin
Alicea Franklin has won awards in Young Authors, Nicholls Reading Council in poetry, Beyond the Game All-Academic 2024-25, 4.0 Bowling from the LHSAA and highest GPA in African-American Studies.
She received the 4.0 Graduate Award, is a top 10 graduate and is an eighth-degree Crackerjack.
She is a KWBJ Shining Star, and her painting represented the St. Mary Parish School Board at the Louisiana School Board Association meeting in 2026.
She is a Student of the Year finalist at PHS. She is a Red Ribbon Drawing Contest winner and an Artist of the Month for September 2025. She took third in 3D art at the Beta Convention.
Alicea lettered in bowling and won MVP and highest average. She earned was third in the Winter Guard Championships.
She made the Principal’s List throughout high school and increased her ACT score to 27. She has had the top GPA in math, science, English and social studies subjects.
She has been in Beta Club, Student Council, STEM Club, and Talented Art and Gifted for four years. She has been in Key Club, Insight and Color Guard/Winter Guard for two years. She has been a Senior Mentor for one year.
Alicea plans to attend Nicholls State to obtain a Bachelor’s Degree majoring in culinary arts and minoring in fine arts.