Parents: Doug and Ann Marie McKenzie

College: West Chester University of Pennsylvania

Career plans: Pharmaceutical Product Development

School memories: Playing in the drumline at football games, snowboarding with Ski and Board club, meeting some of my closest friends.

Secret of your success: I tried to never stress about getting work done. I would keep calm and assure myself that I could handle whatever was thrown my way.

Advice to underclassmen: Don't overwhelm yourself with a lot of difficult classes. Besides having success in the classroom, high school is also about having fun. You can still have success in high school without taking five AP classes.

Message to classmates: I know you will all be successful in your own way. It was wonderful going through school with all of you, and I am honored to be your valedictorian. Best wishes for the future.