Highline Public Schools celebrated its top student-athletes at the 14th Annual Scholar-Athlete, Coach, and Community Recognition Event, held in June 2025. The event honored 16 graduating seniors who have excelled not only in multiple sports, but also in academics and community service.
These scholar-athletes represent the best of what it means to be a Highline student—balancing coursework, athletic dedication, and meaningful contributions to their communities. Their achievements reflect perseverance, leadership, and a deep commitment to success both on and off the field.
The Highline Schools Foundation played a vital role in making the evening possible through its ongoing scholarship fund, helping open doors for these student-athletes as they take their next steps into college and beyond.
Special thanks were also extended to the dedicated coaches, mentors, and community members who continue to support Highline’s athletic programs and student success.
The district encourages the entire community to join in celebrating the Class of 2025 Scholar-Athletes.
For more photos and highlights from the event including the 16 Scholar-Athletes, visit highlineschools.org.
2024-25 Scholar-Athletes
Evergreen High School
Kiya Cornelius
Sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Track and Field, Flag Football
College: Washington State University
Major: Communications/Fashion
Scholarship: $1,000
Nhu Ly
Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Tennis, Softball, Flag Football
College: University of Washington
Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering
Scholarship: $3,000
Quinn Gonzalez Wiler
Sports: Cross Country, Swim, Baseball
College: Bates
Major: Electrical Construction
Scholarship: $2,500
Richy Ramirez-Hernandez
Sports: Basketball, Track and Field
College: Seattle Pacific
Major: Music Production
Scholarship: $2,750
Highline High School
Dayene Avesca
Sports: Cheer, Cross Country, Track and Field
College: University of Washington – Seattle
Major: Computer Science
Scholarship: $1,000
Yoselin Estrada
Sports: Soccer, Basketball, Tennis
College: Foster Business School
Major: Business
Scholarship: $3,500
Noah Golafale
Sports: Football, Basketball, Track and Field
College: University of Washington – Tacoma
Major: Aerospace Engineering
Scholarship: $2,750
John Paul Vo
Sports: Cross Country, Swim, Track and Field
College: Seattle Central
Major: Dentistry
Scholarship: $2,500
Mount Rainier High School
Gabrielle Hammock
Sports: Swim, Softball
College: Washington State University
Major: FIne Arts
Scholarship: $3,000
Joshua Griffith
Sports: Cross Country, Swim, Track and Field
College: Oregon State University
Major: Pre-Veterinary
Scholarship: $2,400
Oskar House
Sports: Cross Country, Swim, Soccer
College: University of Washington – Seattle
Major: Engineering
Scholarship: $2,500
Vienna Valeri
Sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Softball
College: University of Washington or University of California – Santa Barbara
Major: International Relations & Economics
Scholarship: $2,500
Tyee High School
Aidan Santon
Sports: Wrestling, Track and Field
College: University of Washington
Major: Law Enforcement
Scholarship: $2,500
Emily Bui
Sports: Volleyball, Softball
College: Highline College and Washington State University/Central Washington University
Major: Athletic Training
Scholarship: $3,000
Johnathan Fitzthum
Sports: Football, Wrestling, Track and Field
College: Highline College & University of Washington
Major: CAN Construction
Scholarship: $1,000
Mia Mendoza Ruiz
Sports: Soccer, Track and Field
College: Highline College & University of Washington/Central Washington University
Major: Sports Medicine
Scholarship: $2,000
