Sitting, left to right: Isabella Lindsey, Valedictorian; Maggie Daughrity, Salutatorian. Standing, left to right: Nizara Chaudhari, Maggie Browning, Joseph Johns, David Gunner Moffo, Austin Dillon, Madison Stalnecker, Christa Warren. Not pictured, Nyles Taylor
On May 17, 2024, at 7 p.m., the 2024 senior class of Forrest High School, will be called one by one to shake their principal’s hand and receive their diploma. This year there will be 102 students graduating. In December, 22 students graduated in December.
The following is a quote from Forrest High School principal, Angie Phifer.
“We are so proud of our Top 10 Seniors at Forrest School. These 10 students are hard workers and great school citizens overall. They have each excelled in various classes to get themselves on this list and that takes dedication over all four year of their high school careers. While putting in the extra time and effort on their academics several of these students are also involved in various clubs, groups, and sports teams at Forrest. They are all wonderful examples of ‘Class, Pride, and Tradition’ and we wish them, as well as all the Class of 2024, best wishes in the future!”
The 2024 top ten seniors are pictured as well as information about their achievements and future plans.
To graduate with State Honors the student must meet ACT benchmarks; make an 18 in English; a 22 in math and reading; a 23 in science.
To graduate with State Distinction, the student must have a B average and meet one of the following criteria: Summa Cum Laude, Weighted GPA 4.25 and up. Magna Cum Laude, Weighted GPA 4.000-4.2499. Cum Laude, Weighted GPA 3.75 – 3.9999.
Isabella Lindsey, the Class of 2024 Valedictorian, is the daughter of Sara Summers. Isabella is President of Forrest Leo Club; 3rd overall in 2022 Beta Senior Speech, 2022 Beta Health Science Academic and 2022 Beta Character Performance. She plans to attend the University of Kentucky with a major in pre-med and a minor in forensics.
Maggie Daughrity is the daughter of Joseph and Rebecca Daughrity. She is the Class of 2024 Salutatorian and will graduate summa cum laude and she is also a State Honors Graduate. Maggie is a member of the 2021 state champions’ softball team, named on the All-State team for softball, Fellowship of Christian Athletes president, and Miss FHS. She plans to attend Austin Peay State University and major in engineering technology.
Nirzara Chaudhari is the daughter of Dilip and Mita Chaudhari. She received the Award of Excellence-The Congress of Future Medical Leaders, received 3rd place 2022 Beta Conference Performance, Best Citizenship at Volunteer Girls State, and Outstanding Sophomore-2022 Drama Club. Nirzara plans to major in biochemistry and minor in forensics.
Maggie Browning is the daughter of Rob and Mary-Virginia Browning. She will graduate summa cum laude. Maggie is a State Honors Graduate, attended Volunteer Girls State, a member of the 2022 TSSAA Golf State Tournament, Health Occupations Students of America Treasurer, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Treasurer, 9th grade football attendant. She plans to attend Georgetown College in Georgetown, Kentucky to play golf and major in business.
Joseph Johns plans to attend Middle Tennessee State University and major in agriculture business. He is the son of Sam and Melissa Johns. He received a FFA State Degree, the highest degree that is awarded by the state FFA. He was Middle Tennessee Regional Proficiency Champion in the Dairy Production Entrepreneurship, American Legion Boys State Representative and a Vol State recipient.
David Gunner Moffo is the son of Dave Moffo and Brandy Moffo. He received the McClurkan Scholarship from Trevecca Nazarene University, a full tuition scholarship for the best of the best who exemplify high academic success, leadership and service. He plans to major in creative writing and pastoral studies.
Austin Dillon is the son of Paul and Krista Dillon. He was nominated for Boys State Leadership and nominated for a college writing competition. Austin’s plan is to attend a four year college and major in business and finance.
Madison Stalnecker is the daughter of Christian and Natalie Stalnecker. She is a State Honors Graduate, will graduate summa cum laude with State Distinction, and Madison holds the record for most goals (soccer) ever made in one season at Forrest High School (45 goals.)
Christa Warren is the daughter of Damon and Misti Warren. Christa will graduate magna cum laude. She is an avid softball player. Her freshman year she was a member on the team that won the state championship and her sophomore and junior years, the team was state runner-up. Christa plans to attend Freed-Hardeman University to play softball and major in kinesiology.
Nyles Taylor, one of the top ten students, is not included in the photo and his information was not provided.
