Ayden-Grifton Marshalls

LITTLEFIELD — The Junior Marshals for the 2004 commencement exercises of Ayden-Grifton High School have been announced.

To qualify to be a Marshal, a student must be in the top ten percent of the junior class. The following Ayden-Grifton students have been named Marshals.

Serving as Chief Marshal is Benjamin Glenn Thompson. Ben has been active in various clubs and activities during high school, including National Honor Society, Key Club, Math Team, and Orchestra. Ben’s future plans are undecided; however, he is interested in the science or math field. Ben resides with his father, Glenn Thompson of Grifton.

Amy Nicole Benson is a member of National Honor Society, FCCLA, Library Club, 180’s Bible Club, and Art Club. She plans to pursue a career in interior design. Amy is the daughter of Steve and Sheila Benson of Ayden.

Hunter Jesse Carnes is a member of the National Honor Society and SASI. He plays football and baseball. This year, he was recognized for All Pitt County First Team Offensive Line. Hunter hopes to earn a football scholarship and attend college to study engineering. He is the son of Tom and Kathy Carnes of Ayden.

Tammy Jo Creech is a member of the National Honor Roll and Who’s Who Among American High School Students. She is also a member of the Fancy Drill with Arms Team of the AGHS JROTC. Tammy plans to enter the military after graduation and later pursue a degree in law. Tammy is the daughter of John Creech and Debrah Ohler of Ayden.

Catherine Leigh Dixon is an active member of Key Club and the Math Team. She currently serves as the Vice President of AGHS Ambassadors. Her time is spent between school, part-time work and her church. She plans to attend UNC-Chapel Hill and major in pharmacy. Cathy is the daughter of William and Alicia Dixon of Grifton.

Jeffrey Garris is a member of the Key Club, National Vocational Honor Society, and National Honor Society. He has participated in Marching Band. After high school, Jeffrey plans to attend East Carolina University or North Carolina State University. Jeffrey is the son of Greg and Tammy Garris of Ayden.

Erin Marie Gathercole is an active member of the National Honor Society, Career and Technical Honor Society and Future Farmers of America. She has also been selected for National Honor Roll and Who’s Who Among American High School Students. Erin plans to attend East Carolina University after high school. She is the daughter of David and Susan Gathercole of Ayden.

Natisha Maria Howell is a member of the National Honor Society, Future Business Leaders of America, and Key Club. After high school, Natisha plans to attend UNC-Greensboro or Meredith College to major in Theatre. Natisha is the daughter of Annie Howell and Larry Brown of Ayden.

Lindsay Anne Lassiter is a member of the Key Club, HOSA, PTSA, National Honor Society, and Career and Technical Honor Society. Lindsay is also a member of the Ayden-Grifton Varsity Softball team. She also volunteers at Pitt Memorial Hospital.

After high school, Lindsay plans to attend a 4-year university and obtain a degree in nursing. She hopes to pursue a career as a neo-natal nurse. Lindsay is the daughter of Tom Lassiter and Patrice Worsman of Ayden.

Jennifer O’neill Pierce is active in National Honor Society, National Vocational Honor Society, Marching Band, FBLA, and 180’s Bible Club. She is also involved with her church youth group. Jennifer plans to attend a four-year university after high school. Jennifer is the daughter of Lon and Elaine Pierce of Ayden.

Jessica Elaine Pierce is a member of the National Honor Society, FBLA, 1 80’s Bible Club, and National Vocational Honor Society. She currently serves as Co-Captain of the AGHS Marching Band. Jessica is also quite involved in her church youth group. After high school, Jessica plans to attend a four-year university. Jessica is the daughter of Lon and Elaine Pierce of Ayden

Brittany Elizabeth Scott is an active member of the National Honor Society, and Key Club. She has also played varsity softball and varsity volleyball. Brittany is undecided about her plans after high school. Brittany is the daughter of Terry and Elaine Scott of Ayden.

Erica Brooke Sherrod is a member of the Future Farmers of America, Spanish Club, National Honor Society, and Career and Technical Honor Society. She has also volunteered at the Howell’s Center. ADer high school, Erica plans to attend college to pursue a career in the medical field. She is the daughter of Pat and Rusty Sherrod of Greenville.

Alicia Nicole Wade is a member of the National Honor Society, Vocational Honor Society, and Orchestra. She currently serves as the Chapter President and Regional Treasurer of Future Farmers of America. Alicia is also a member of the girl’s tennis team and the AGHS track team. After high school, Alicia plans to attend North Carolina State University and major in textiles, engineering, or communications. Alicia is the daughter of Gerald and Gabriele Wade of Ayden.

Heather Renee Wade is an active member of Key Club, Future Farmers of America, National Honor Society, Vocational Honor Society, and Orchestra. She has been a member of the girl’s tennis team, AGHS track team, and soccer team. After high school, Heather plans to attend North Carolina State University to major in Agriculture communications. She is the daughter of Gerald and Gabriele Wade of Ayden.

Commencement ceremonies will be held at Minges Coliseum on the campus of East Carolina University on Saturday, May 29 at 10:00 am. For more information, contact Dr. Barbara Mallory, Dr. Linda Mattocks, Ed Tyer, or Linda Leich at AydenGrifton High School.

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