Graduating Class of 2025: #PGCPSNextSteps

Faces of the Future
Graduating Class Features
Crossland’s Class of 2025 Showcases Career-Ready Talent
Crossland’s Class of 2025 Showcases Career-Ready Talent
As PGCPS’ flagship for Career and Technical Education (CTE), Crossland offers students access to rigorous, hands-on programs in fields that are both growing and essential. From information technology and medicine to construction trades and culinary arts, students are earning industry-recognized credentials and real-world experience before they even cross the stage. Students like Wendy Novoa are already putting their skills to work — employed full-time with All Roads Trucks while rebuilding engines on weekends at Pohanka Hyundai. It’s a clear example of how Crossland prepares students to enter the workforce with confidence and capability. The Class of 2025 has collectively earned nearly $7 million in scholarships. Among the standout achievers is Aiden Brewer, who secured more than $1 million in scholarship offers. Valedictorian Kevin Agustin Lopez was awarded the prestigious Gates Scholarship — given to only 300 students nationwide — and is on a path toward earning his doctorate. Kamron Holland also made headlines with a remarkable 1400 SAT score, underscoring the academic strength and potential of this graduating class.
Suitland High School Class of 2025 Graduates as School Prepares for Major Milestone
Suitland High School Class of 2025 Graduates as School Prepares for Major Milestone
Suitland High School’s Class of 2025 is graduating as the school prepares to open a brand-new campus — a major milestone for the Prince George’s County community. Suitland grads earned more than $7 million in scholarships this year, with many students from the Center for the Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) heading to top programs across the country. Graduates are moving on to college, careers, and military service. District leaders say the class represents the future of Prince George’s County — and Suitland's new campus will serve students and families for generations to come.
Scholars. Patriots. Leaders. The Friendly Class of 2025 Delivers
Scholars. Patriots. Leaders. The Friendly Class of 2025 Delivers
As the first freshman class to begin high school in the wake of the global pandemic, the Friendly High School Class of 2025 is stepping forward with clarity and conviction — a graduating class shaped by resilience, anchored in service, and driven by purpose. This year’s seniors are charting diverse and ambitious futures with 33% will attend four-year colleges, 25% are enrolling in two-year or certification programs, 8% are entering military service, 21 students have committed to trade apprenticeships and Nearly half (48%) will join the workforce full time
Surrattsville Hornets: A Year of Firsts and Championship Wins
Surrattsville Hornets: A Year of Firsts and Championship Wins
The Class of 2025 at Surrattsville High School is making history and headlines! With $3.15 million in scholarships earned by 163 graduates, this class has set a strong foundation for future success. Among them, seven seniors earned the prestigious Seal of Biliteracy—a first in school history, showcasing their dedication to global learning and communication. Adding to the excitement, the Unified Track Team soared to victory, becoming Division II Champions and going on to win the State Championship—a proud moment for the Hornet community.
Potomac High Class of 2025: Academic Milestones & Community Impact
Potomac High Class of 2025: Academic Milestones & Community Impact
The Potomac High School Class of 2025 graduates 225 students this year, earning more than $1.25 million in college scholarships. This marks the second graduating cohort of the school’s 3DE program, which connects academics to real-world experiences. Among those students, 76% are heading to two- or four-year colleges. Many seniors finished their Student Service Learning hours by the end of junior year, a sign of their early and active civic engagement. Twenty-nine graduates earned the Maryland Seal of Biliteracy, reflecting the school’s linguistic diversity and global perspective. And in a strong finish to senior year, the class raised more than $80,000 for student activities and school programs. The Class of 2025 leaves Potomac with a record of achievement, and a foundation for future success!
Trailblazers & Scholars: Central High School Class of 2025 Highlights
Trailblazers & Scholars: Central High School Class of 2025 Highlights
The Class of 2025 at Central High School reflects a wide range of talent — from scholarship earners and service leaders to trailblazers in education and bilingual achievement. With 154 graduates and nearly $1.8 million in scholarships, this class made its mark in and beyond the classroom. Fast Facts: 154 graduates, $1,785,660 in scholarships and financial aid awarded, 3rd highest 9th grade promotion rate among PGCPS high schools, Two full-ride scholarships through UMD’s C.D. Moton Incentive Awards Program, One Banneker/Key Scholar awarded full tuition at the University of Maryland, 11 Merit Scholars, ranking in the top 5% of the class, 9 Seal of Biliteracy recipients — all French language learners since kindergarten, 14 Meritorious Service Award honorees, each with 100+ hours of community service, First-ever CDA credential earner in school history — Madeline Graham, recognized in early childhood education, and the District 7 Mock Trial Runner-Up, showcasing courtroom readiness and teamwork. From academic excellence to global fluency and community impact, Central’s Class of 2025 proves that success takes many forms — and they’re just getting started.

"With every tassel turned, a new chapter begins. Tears, cheers, and turning points — this is the joy of becoming."

"Being here is a testament to everything me and my family worked so hard for."

"No one crosses the stage alone — behind every smile is a village, every step a shared triumph. This is what it means to lift as we climb."

Graduate Features
Passionate & Purposeful Inspiration
Passionate & Purposeful Inspiration
Christina Morton, a student in the Surrattsville High School Autism Program, has excelled academically while leading with kindness and drive. From the swim team and volleyball court to her entrepreneurial crochet business and part-time job at a daycare center, Christina brings passion and purpose to everything she does. This fall, she will attend Prince George’s Community College to study early childhood special education, with plans to join the next generation of educators who uplift and inspire students like herself.
Quiet & Resilient Leader
Quiet & Resilient Leader
Donovan Hemans is closing a 16-year chapter at C. Elizabeth Rieg Regional School with a legacy of quiet leadership and resilience. Nonverbal but deeply expressive, Donovan championed safety and inclusion daily, ensuring every classmate boarded their bus before he did. His journey, enriched by academic growth, real-world learning, and Special Olympics participation, shows that success looks different for every student. Supported by family, educators, and a strong school community, Donovan is ready for his next chapter in adult learning and community engagement.
Double the Brilliance, Double the Pride
Double the Brilliance, Double the Pride
Meet Madison and Makenzie — a dynamic twin duo and recent graduates of the Academy of Health Sciences (AHS) at Prince George’s Community College. As the first set of twins in a family of five girls, they’re blazing trails while following in the footsteps of their older sister and inspiring their younger twin sisters — all proud AHS students! Madison, on the Teacher Preparation pathway, and Makenzie, on the Health Sciences pathway, are standout scholars with GPAs above 4.0. They lead with purpose as Peer Forward mentors, contribute to the Yearbook Club, and shine as competitive dancers. Already holding associate degrees, they’re heading to four-year universities this fall — Madison to pursue elementary education and Makenzie to study animal sciences.

"Some serve by leading. Some lead by serving. Every path forward is a mark of courage — and this one carries the weight of honor."

Our PGPCS Grads and Their College and Career Paths