40 JUNE 2025 Good News • South Florida Edition Celebrates Graduates 2025 Noah Robaina Valedictorian Trinitas Academy Noah Robaina was selected Valedictorian of his 2025 graduating class at Trinitas Academy. He attended the school for a total of 9 years. He was involved in his church Youth Group as a student leader. While attending Trinitas Academy he played Varsity Baseball for South Plantation High School. He was later chosen to be captain of the team where he led the team in prayer every game. He made the ALL-STARS for Broward County and plans to continue his baseball career at the University he attends. His favorite Bible verse is 2 Timothy 1:7- “…for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” Stella Wiegert Valedictorian The King's Academy Stella is a standout student known for her academic excellence, leadership, and unwavering dedication. Consistently ranked at the top of her class, she balances a demanding course load with extracurricular pursuits— including varsity swimming, mission trips, hospital volunteering, and an internship at Columbia’s Radiation Oncology Department. She graduates with 4.74 WGPA and dual Programs of Distinction in Medical Science and Digital Media. With plans to study biochemistry, biophysics, and molecular biology, Stella will continue her academic journey this fall as a proud Baylor University Bear. Ian Bowden Salutatorian The King's Academy Ian embodies the essence of authenticity and ambition. Academically, Ian has achieved great success in high school, with recognition as an AP Scholar with Distinction and earning a 4.65 WGPA. He graduates as a member of six honor societies, serving as vice president in the National English Honor Society, and has earned the Christian Leadership program of distinction. Outside of school, Ian validated his desire to pursue medicine through community service with the Good Samaritan Medical Center. In the fall, Ian will attend Vanderbilt University, where he plans to major in neuroscience. Christopher del Pino Salutatorian Trinitas Academy Christopher del Pino was selected Salutatorian of his 2025 graduating class at Trinitas Academy. He attended the school for a total of 9 years. While attending Trinitas Academy he was president of Turning Point USA, a member of the School Worship team and a student leader at his church Youth Group. He loves History, drums and enjoys playing soccer. He will be attending South Florida Bible College in Deerfield, FL this fall. His favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 40:31- “…but they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” Christian King Valedictorian Trinity Christian Academy 2025 Valedictorian Christian King of Lake Worth, Florida, graduates from Trinity Christian Academy with a 3.95 GPA and 4.52 HPA. He is a member of the National Honor Society, played Varsity Basketball all four years, and served on Student Council for two years. A two-time ACSI Creative Writing honoree, he earned Excellent and Superior ratings. Christian is also a Florida Bright Futures Academic Scholar and will attend the University of Florida. He shares, “The purpose of a journey is to grow along the way; instant satisfaction doesn’t bring about lasting joy.” Nataliya Lopez Salutatorian Trinity Christian Academy 2025 Salutatorian Nataliya Lopez of Delray Beach, Florida, graduates with a 3.75 GPA and 4.10 HPA. A consistent Honor Roll student, she is a member of the National Honor Society and played Varsity Volleyball all four years, Beach Volleyball for three, and Basketball in 9th grade. Nataliya also served on mission trips to Guatemala and Nicaragua. She will attend Liberty University and is guided by the words of C.T. Studd: “Only one life, ’twill soon be past, only what’s done for Christ will last.” Samantha Danielle Omslaer Valedictorian Westminster Academy Samantha Omslaer, Valedictorian, earning a weighted GPA of 4.7 (4.0 Unweighted GPA). Treasurer of the National Honor Society, Treasurer of Student Council in Freshman Year, and participated in Florida Girls Giving Back (2022-2025), representative at Harvard Model Congress. AP Capstone Diploma; AP Scholar with Distinction Award. AP Calculus Award for Excellence; played Varsity Volleyball since 8th grade as well as Travel Volleyball (2021-2023). Participated in a veterinary internship at the Ramblewood Animal Hospital; Samantha will attend the University of Florida in the Fall to pursue an Animal Sciences Degree with aspirations of attending Veterinary School upon completion of her undergraduate studies. Thomas Stephen Breza III Salutatorian Westminster Academy Salutatorian, earning a weighted GPA of 4.67; over 500 service hours, earned AP Scholar with Distinction and the AP Capstone Diploma, Scholar Athlete award winner and Member of the Varsity Swim team, President of PreMed Club, Chairman for the Alzheimer’s Center Walk for National Honor Society, Member of National Latin Honor Society, Magna cum Laude in the National Latin Exam 2022 and 2024, Westminster Academy Student Ambassador, All A's in high school, Westminster Academy's LeRoy P. Schwab Christian Leadership Award winner, St. Coleman’s Church student lector.
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