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Carman-Ainsworth High School Class of 2023 Honors Graduates
3.8 Grade Point Average and Higher
Kinana Abdalla
Niylah Abron
Nariyah Carpenter
Nathan Carpenter
Arryonna Crosby
Eman Ghannoum
Zaeim Hussain
Jazmyne Jimmerson
Zahra Kamal
Katherine Kenworthy
Raina Lillard
Asia Mays
Kiara McDaniel
Kirolous Meshraky
Paige Pangerl
Jack Roy
Sa’Niyah Scott
Chassidy Van Fleet
Matthew Wells
Aaron Zhao
Kinana Abdalla is the daughter of Ramez Abdalla and Abier Najm. She played Varsity Tennis for two years and was Executive Board Vice President of NHS senior year, junior representative junior year. Kinana was also Executive Board Vice President of student council senior year, class representative junior year. She was also a member of MSA and did public relations of HOSA her junior year, and Historian senior year. Kinana was dual enrolled at the University of Michigan-Flint during her senior year and earned 10 college credits. She has received a merit scholarship to attend the University of Michigan-Flint and plans on majoring in political science and afterward attending law school.
Niylah Abron maintained a 3.9 GPA in high school, participated in the National Honor Society, and was a two-year varsity member on the Carman-Ainsworth Tennis team. Outside of school, she worked part-time jobs and volunteered within her church community. In the fall of 2023, Niylah will be attending Wayne State University to major in Political Science/ Pre-Law and minor in Business Management & Technology, with the goal of becoming a Lawyer.
Khaled Alzahabi’s parents are Maher Alzahabi and Somaya Almaraachli. During high school, Khaled took dual enrollment classes at Mott Community College while also working at both a pharmacy and a doctor’s office. Khaled is enrolled at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, and has been awarded the Jean Fairfax Scholarship. Khaled is deeply passionate about earning a science degree and pursuing a medical career.
Nariyah Carpenter’s parents are Dante Carpenter (father), Marsha Hawk (mother, deceased) and Chontoya Price (step mother). During her four years of high school she was on the Varsity Sideline Cheer team for 2 years, Varsity Competitive Cheer team for 4 years and was captain for one season, and Varsity Tennis team for 2 years and captain for one. Nariyah was also a dual enrollment student through the University of Michigan – Flint for two years. Clubs she participated in included: AASA (African American Student Association), National Honor Society, Link Crew, and Student Council. She will be attending Louisiana State University starting Fall 2023 and will be majoring in nursing to receive her BSN then attend an anesthesia school in Texas to become a travel CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist).
Zaeim Hussain’s mother is Faeza Ali and father is Mohammed Ashfaq Hussain. His high school achievements include: avid NHS member, four year varsity bowler, USBC Genesee County Bowler Scholarship winner, member of the Academic Michigan Bowler association, top five in class of 2023, and 4.0 GPA. His major is Biology, and Zaeim will be attending Fairleigh Dickinson University in the fall.
Jazmyne Jimmerson is the daughter of Willie and Kristina Jimmerson. She was a dual enrolled student and with being a part of this program will be doing a 13th year at University of Michigan-Flint. She was the president of NHS her senior year where she helped orchestrate food can drive, tutoring, and other volunteer opportunities in our community. Jazmyne was also the captain of our Blue Brigade Marching Band for color guard where she was a two time finalist. She was on the varsity basketball team where they were undefeated for the 2022-2023 school year and were SVL Champions, District Champions, and Regional Champions. She also participated in Swim and Dive, Track and Field where she earned medals, and Competitive and Sideline Cheer. Jazmyne was part of Symphony Band playing Tuba and Euphonium. She’s been on the honor roll since freshman year, having a 3.9 GPA and on the Dean’s List for the University of Michigan-Flint with a 3.7 GPA. She has received many varsity letters and academic achievements involving sports. Outside of Carman-Ainsworth, Jazmyne was the president of Kagle Leadership initiative, a Delta Gems member, Youth Ambassador, 4-H member, Winterguard, Flint Youth Justice League member, along with being part of Flint Beautification Squad. She currently works at McAlister’s Deli as a cashier. Her future plan is to finish her 13th year at the University of Michigan-Flint, apply for scholarships and then transfer to Xavier University of Louisiana and major in nursing to become a CRNA.
Zahra Kamal is the daughter of Asma Haydar. She is graduating first in her class with a 4.0 GPA. Zahra is a National Merit Commended Student and AP Scholar with Honors. She is the founder of the Carman-Ainsworth High School Gardening Club. Her other extra-curricular activities included member and officer positions in Student Council, the Muslim Students Association, National Honors Society, Link Crew, HOSA, and she was a 2-year track athlete. She enjoys playing the piano and gardening, and has been a volunteer at Edible Flint’s urban gardening initiative since she was young. She was named one of Mid Michigan’s “Best & Brightest,” and was awarded the Jean Fairfax Scholarship from the University of Michigan and the Genesee Education Consultant Services Scholarship. Zahra will attend Barnard College at Columbia University this fall where she will be majoring in Psychology.
Katherine Kenworthy is the daughter of Milissa and Mark Kenworthy. She was involved in the many things that C-A had to offer including after school theater (Theater Council President), Instrumental Music, and NHS. She was a very dedicated musician all throughout high school, being involved in Honors Bands, Solo and Ensemble, Festival, and many outside organizations including the Flint Youth Symphony Orchestra, and the Hentgen Honors Woodwind Quartet. She is also the mellophone section leader for the Madison Scouts Drum Corp. She was a student leader in the Blue Brigade Marching Band and the recipient of the MCBA outstanding musician scholarship. She has also been awarded the Jean Fairfax scholarship. She will be attending the University of Michigan Ann Arbor with a major in French Horn Performance.
Raina Lillard is the daughter of Rawlan and Eraina Lillard. In her final year at Carman-Ainsworth High School she participated in the Blue Brigade Marching Band as a captain of the Colorguard team, held the position of Logistics Coordinator on the theater council, finished out four year memberships with youth groups like Delta GEMS and The Kagle Leadership Initiatives Program, completed her second year of dual enrollment with the University of Michigan-Flint, continued to work at Journeys throughout her senior year, and finished high school with a 3.9 cumulative GPA. She has earned multiple varsity letters and been recognized for her work ethic in her activities throughout the years. After she completes her 13th year with the University of Michigan-Flint she hopes to attend Bowie State University to major in psychology and minor in theater.
Asia Mays is the daughter of Brenda and Marvin Mays. She was a part of the UM-Flint Early College. Asia participated in the high school Breakfast Club, Drama Club, Art Club, and Orchestra. She also took part in the Flint River Environmental Leadership Council in 2023 and worked three jobs throughout high school.
Asia has over 40 recorded hours of community service from tutoring, helping in the guidance office and library, and from generally giving a hand when needed. She received a Community Service Award for her volunteer work as well as the Leonard Bernstein Musicianship Award for her musical efforts. She was also nominated for the Robert E. Weiss Outstanding Youth Award for 2023.
Asia’s future plans after finishing her 13th year are to either attend Eastern Michigan University or join the U.S Navy. She plans on becoming either a foreign language interpreter and/or a private pilot.
Kiara McDaniel is daughter of Alicia and Sudedrick McDaniel. She has been a part of Drama Club as the Secretary on the council as well as a member of National Honors Society. During the summer Kiara volunteers at her church through the ABC Youth Summer program, where she teaches children skilled trades, life skills and S.T.E.M. The past 2 years she tutored kids at church throughout the school year. Kiara was awarded highest honor as well as receiving academic letter and medallion. In the fall she will attend Wayne State University, majoring in Nursing and obtain her BSN to move on to becoming a Nurse Practitioner.
Kirolous Meshraky is son of Nashwa and Samir and plans on going into an engineering major. He was dual enrolled at University of Michigan-Flint and is going to take a 13th year this fall semester. Kirolous was a part of Drama Club and was Head of Tech who was responsible for managing a team to design and build the sets for plays.
Paige Pangerl is the daughter of Christopher and Sheri Pangerl. Paige has participated actively in Student Council as Class President, Executive Board Member, and later as Executive Board President. Paige has also participated in LINK Crew mentoring, volunteering in an ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) classroom, National Honors Society, Gardening Club, and as President and participant in her church youth group. Paige played volleyball at both the High School and Club levels for 4 seasons, as well as being the JV manager her senior year. Paige is a Dual Enrollment student at both The University of Michigan-Flint and Mott Community College achieving high honors both semesters her senior year. Paige is a recipient of the AP Scholar Award, Cavalier Community Service Award, Student Council Exemplary Service Award, and as a Genesee Rotary Club Student of the Month. Paige has received the Carman-Ainsworth High School Student Leadership Scholarship as well as the Earl Williams Jones Jr. Scholarship. Paige has also received the Eastern Michigan University Presidential Scholarship, the most prestigious scholarship offered by the University. A competitive scholarship that covers full tuition, room and board for 4 years. In the fall, Paige will attend Eastern Michigan University to study nursing. After receiving a bachelor’s of science in nursing and becoming a registered nurse, Paige plans to become a pediatric surgeon and work with a non-profit organization repairing birth deformities in children.
Jack Roy, son of Katie and Ken Roy, has participated in Carman-Ainsworth’s marching band program for 5 years, cross country for 3, soccer for 1, swimming for 3, track for 1, and baseball for 3. He has also been a part of the dual enrollment program with the University of Michigan-Flint, making Dean’s list multiple semesters. Jack has won the SVL academic athlete of the year award, 6 varsity letters, and was the captain of the swim team for the last 2 years. He plans to study marine biology at an undecided college after transferring from University of Michigan-Flint after his 13th year of school
Sa’Niyah Scott is the daughter of Shalonda Scott and Eddie Fair. At Carman-Ainsworth she participated in multiple activities including sports and clubs like AASA, NHS, and Leadership. Outside of school, she was captain of her majorette dance team and worked. Sa’Niyah has won over $5000 in scholarships and maintained high honors. She will attend Texas Southern University a HBCU in Houston Texas to continue studies in accounting to become a CPA further on.
Mohammad Youssef, who goes by his middle name Ameen, is the son of Bassam Youssef and Hana AlKudsi. He was a member of the varsity soccer team for all four years of high school. He also played junior varsity basketball in his sophomore year. Ameen dual enrolled at Mott Community College and took 10 classes there. Furthermore, Ameen volunteered at the Flint Food Pantry, tutored extensively throughout his high school years, and organized self-nurturing programs for the youth at the Flint Islamic Center. Ameen was awarded with the Jean Fairfax scholarship and will be attending the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, looking to major in sports management.
At time of publication no photos were available for Khaled Alzahabi, Shmaria Hearns, or Mohammad Youssef. No biographies were provided by Nathan Carpenter, Arryonna Crosby, Eman Ghannoum, Shmaria Hearns, Chassidy Van Fleet, Matthew Wells, or Aaron Zhao. Good Luck to each and every one of our 2023 Graduates!