Mount Vernon High School celebrated its senior students' accomplishments during Senior Night ceremonies held Friday, Oct. 30, before the Tigers' final home varsity football game of the season against Eustace High School.
The pre-game event recognized students representing Tiger football, athletic training, cheerleading, audiovisual “MVAV” student media, and the Mighty Tiger Band. Escorted by family members and loved ones, seniors were honored not only for their dedication to their respective organizations but also for their involvement across athletics, academics, leadership programs, fine arts, and career and technical education activities.
The evening began with recognition of Tiger football seniors.
FOOTBALL SENIORS RECOGNIZED
Cordell Carroll is the son of Amanda and Harold Carroll. He has been a member of MVHS Varsity Football for four years, MVHS Soccer for four years, MVHS Golf for one year, and MVHS One Act Play for one year. He was escorted by his parents and Dyanne and Pedro Herrera.
Cadyn Gibson is the son of Randy Gibson and Natalie Flemming. He has been a member of MVHS basketball for four years, MVHS football for 1 year, MVHS track for two years, MVHS tennis for three years, and MVHS One Act Play for two years. He was escorted by Randy Gibson and Natalie Flemming.
Connor McCurdy is the son of Russell and Cheryl McCurdy. He has been a member of MVHS Varsity Football for four years, MVHS Basketball for three years, MVHS Track for three years, and Leaders of Tomorrow. He was escorted by his parents and Sue Hendrix.
Hurley Shipley is the son of Candy Scally and Lindy Shipley. He has been involved in MVHS Varsity Football for three years and MVHS One Act Play for three years. Hurley was named the 2026 UIL Top Performer in the State for 3A and was a part of the 2026 UIL One Act Play State Champion team. He was escorted by: Candy Scally, Joe Scally, Lindy Shipley, and Johna Shipley.
Brayden Baker is the son of Jason and Amanda Baker. He has been a member of MVHS Varsity Football for three years, MVHS Varsity Basketball for three years, and MVHS Varsity Track for two years. He was escorted by Jason, Amanda, and Blakely Baker.
Braylon McClure is the son of Winter and Blake McClure. He has been involved in MVHS Varsity Basketball for three years, MVHS Varsity football for a year, and MVHS Varsity track for three years. He was escorted by Winter McClure, Blake McClure, Grayson McClure, and Dylan McClure.
Kody Martinez is the Son of Rocio Martinez. He has been involved in MVHS Soccer for four years, MVHS Tennis for one year, MVHS One Act Play for two years, MVHS Football for four years, and was a part of the 2026 UIL One Act Play State Champion team. He was escorted by Rocio Martinez.
Isaiah Hunter is the son of Amelia Goodman and Brandon Hunter. He has been involved with Varsity football for four years, MVHS Baseball for two years, MVHS Track for three years, MVHS Golf for three years, and MVHS One Act Play for 1 year. Isaiah was escorted by Amelia Goodman and Brandon Hunter.
Brycen Fountain is the son of JC Fountain Jr. and Dalecia Fountain. He has been involved with MVHS Varsity football for three years. MVHS Baseball, MVHS Basketball, and MVHS yearbooks. He was escorted by: J.C. and Dalecia Fountain, Morgan Fountain, and his brother.
Jacob Young is the son of Marcus Young and Jamie Young. He has been involved with MVHS Varsity Football for one year, MVHS Varsity baseball for two years, and MVHS Varsity track for one year. He was escorted by Jamie Young, Maddux Cameron, and Sue Orwosky
Favi Verduzco is the son of Norma Guerrero and Jesus Verduzco. Favi has been involved with MVHS Football for four years, MVHS Soccer for four years, and MVHS Track for four years. He was escorted by Norma and Jesus Verduzco.
Colton Johnston is the son of Chris Johnson and Stephanie Wortham. He has been involved with MVHS Varsity football for three years, Turning Point USA for 1 year, and Track for 1 year. He was escorted by Chris Johnson, Stephanie Wortham, and Kendyll Wortham.
Zaklayan Dunlap is the son of Candance and Nolan Dunlap. He has been with MVHS Varsity football for four years, MVHS Varsity Basketball for four years, MVHS Basketball for four years, MVHS Track for two years, UIL Academics for 1 year, and has been a member of MVHS theatre for four years. He is being escorted by Candance, Nolan, and Trylan Dunlap.
Hunter Carroll- Hunter is the son of Tony Carrell and Angie Penny. He has been involved with MVHS Football for four years, MVHS Basketball for four years, and MVHS Track for four years. He was escorted by his dad.
Mark Delgado is parented by Alma Hernandez and Jose Ramirez. He has been involved with Varsity football for four years, Soccer for three years, Powerlifting for three years, and Ag Mechanics for four years. He was escorted by his parents.
Clayton Mackey is the son of Laura and Clete Mackey. He has been involved with MVHS Football for four years, MVHS Baseball for two years, and MVHS Powerlifting for one year. He was escorted tonight by Laura and Clete Mackey.
Other seniors whose contributions helped define the Tiger football program during their high school careers.
ATHLETIC TRAINERS HONORED
Kelsey Barron is the daughter of Michelle Barron and the late Patrick Barron. She has been involved with MVHS Varsity Volleyball for three years, MVHS Basketball and MVHS Softball both for four years, as well as Interact Club, MVHS FFA, and Leaders of Tomorrow. Kelsey was escorted by Michelle, Kennedy, and Destiny Barron.
Ryle Homer is the daughter of Charlotte and Matt Homer. She has been an MVHS Varsity Trainer for four years, a member of Interact and Leaders of Tomorrow. She is being escorted by Charlotte, Matt, and Christina Homer.
Cheerleaders Recognized for Leadership and Service.
MVHS SENIOR CHEERLEADERS HONORED
Lilly Ann Ellis is the daughter of Kristy Ellis and Steve Ellis. She has been involved with MVHS Varsity Cheer for four years and is serving as the two0two6 MVHS Varsity Cheer Captain. She has also been a member of MVHS UIL One Act Play for four years and was a part of the UIL OAP State Champion team. She was escorted by her parents.
Brianna Walker “Bri”is the daughter of Jamil and Brittany Traylor. She has been involved in MVHS Varsity Volleyball for four years, MVHS Varsity Softball for four years l, MVHS Cheer for two years, Ryla, Leaders of Tomorrow, and MVHS DECA. She was escorted by Jamil, Brittany, and Braxten Traylor.
Elly Hedges is the daughter of Beth and Rob Hedges. While at Mount Vernon, Elly has been involved with Student Council for four years, Interact for four years, Leaders of Tomorrow, and Mount Vernon One Act Play for two years. She has been a MVHS Cheerleader for four years and is currently serving as the Cheerleading Spirit Captain. She was escorted by her parents.
Sadie Burns is the daughter of Kristin Giggleman and Heath Burns. She has been involved with MVHS Varsity Cheer for four years, MVHS One Act Play for four years, MVHS National Honor Society, MVHS DECA, serving as the two0two6-two7 President, MVHS Interact Club, MVHS Student Council, serving as the Student Body and Senior Class President, and MVHS Leaders of Tomorrow. Sadie was also a part of the 2026 UIL OAP State Champion team. She was escorted by her parents and Avery Burns Tucker.
Students from Mount Vernon Audio Visual (MVAV) were recognized for their achievements in media production, UIL Film, and yearbook.
MVAV STUDENTS HONORED
Katrina Cox is the daughter of Ronda Caraway and Jeremy Cox. She has been involved with MVAV for three years. She was escorted by Ronda Caraway, Brian Caraway, and Kalea Cox.
Kai Elmore is the son of Steve and Ashley Elmore. He has been involved with MVAV for three years, MVHS INTERACT. National Honor Society. DECA. Leaders of Tomorrow- MVHSUIL Film for three years. MVHS UIL Science and Mathematics for four years and MVHS MV STEM Club. He was also a part of the UIL State Qualifying Film team and 2nd runner-up in 2025 and 2026. He was escorted by his parents and Keltyn Elmore.
Hayden King is the daughter of Aimee Deleon. Hayden is involved with MVAV for a year, MVHS band for two years, and MCHS yearbook for a year. She was escorted by Aimee Deleon, Sister Zoey, and Niece Salem.
Kenzie McAdoo is the daughter of Dillon and Shelby McAdoo. Kenzie has been involved with MVAV for 1 year, MVHS Band for three years, National Honor Society, MVHS Interact for four years, and MVHS tennis for four years. She was escorted by her parents and Kobe and Kymber McAdoo.
Talijah King is the daughter of Elijah King (Dad) and Mary Harris (Grandma). She has been involved with MVAV for two years, MVHS Yearbook for two years, and UIL Film for two years. She is currently serving as the MVSH Senior Editor and Chief for the 2026-2027 yearbook staff. Talijah was escorted by her parents.
Zane Dermarco is the son of Charlie Demarco and Tina Valdez. He has been involved with. MVHS MVAV for three years, MVHS yearbook, and MVHS UIL Film for two years; he was also a member of the UIL State Runner-Up and state qualifying Film team in 2026. He was escorted by Mr. Armando Silvas and Mr. Samuel Burron.
Bailey Winn is the daughter of Joanna Smith and Kenneth Smith. Bailey has been involved with MVAV and UIL Film for two years, MVHS UIL One Act Play, and is a member of the 2026 One Act Play State Champion Team. She has also participated in UIL Theatrical Design, where she placed second in the State for Hair and Makeup design in 2026. She has also been in MVHS Cosmetology for four years. She was escorted by her parents.
Hunter Bowers is the son of Julie De Marseul. He has been involved with Mount Vernon Film for four years and UIL Film for three Years. He was a member of the 2026 UIL State Qualifying and second runner-up UIL film team in 2026. He was escorted by Julie De Marseul.
SENIORS OF THE MVHS MIGHTY TIGER BAND
Zury Ortega is the daughter of Ruth Ortega and Adrian Castillo. She has been involved with MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years and MVHS FFA for two years. She was escorted by Ruth Ortega, Adrian Castillo, Hailin Castillo, and Ariana Castillo.
Jack Williams is the son of Jeanette Hays. He has been involved with MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years. He was escorted by Jeanette Hays and Lee Williams.
Logan Baker is the son of Sarah and Luke Baker. He has been involved with MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years. MVHS Student Council for four years and is currently the MVHS Student Council Vice President, and MVHS Interact for three years. He was escorted by his parents.
Toby Moss is the son of Daniel Moss and Savannah Moss. He has been involved with MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years, MVHS Interact for four years, and MVHS Baseball for four years. He was escorted by his parents.
Yabeline Narvaez is the daughter of Cristina Narvaez and Juan Narvaez. She has been involved with MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years. MVHS Interact for four years, National Honor Society, and MVHS Student Council for three years. She was escorted by her parents.
Dylan Wyatt Hunnicutt is the son of Brian and Lindsey Hunnicutt. He has been involved with MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years and MVHS Ag Mech for four years. He was escorted by his parents, Brian and Lindsey Hunnicutt.
Koltyn Dean Rogers is the son of Kevin and Crystal Rogers, and Myra Hollingsworth. He has been with the MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years. He was escorted by Kevin Rogers, Myra Hollingsworth, and Billy and Veronica Jordan.
Melody Anderson is the daughter of Jean Friedell and Richard Friedell. She has been involved with the MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years, MVSH Color Guard for four years, MVHS Winter Guard for five years, MVHS Choir, and MVHS Cosmetology for four years. She was escorted by Jean Friedell, Richard Friedell, Michelle Russel, and Mason Anderson.
Seamus Breeden is the son of Tamera Breeden and James Breeden. He has been a member of the MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years. He was escorted by Tamera Breeden, James Breeden, Mia Breeden, Eavile Breeden, and Zee Breeden.
Hensley Blalock is the daughter of Kelly Blalock and Heath Blalock. She has been involved with the MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years. MVHS FFA for four years, MVHS Volleyball for four years, MVHS Soccer for three years, MVHS Interact for four years, and MVHS Student Council for four years, and is currently serving as Student Council Historian. National Honor Society and Leaders of Tomorrow. She was escorted by her parents and siblings, Carson and Bethany.
Reagan Dykes is the daughter of Glennette 'Gege' Dykes, and Paul Dykes. She has been involved with MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years. She was escorted by Gege Dykes, Paul Dykes
Abigail Harrison is the daughter of Jessica Reeves and Noel Harrison. She has been involved with MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years, MVHS Color Guard for Color Guard & Winter Guard for (5 yrs), National Honor Society, MVHS Choir, Leaders of Tomorrow, Mount Vernon Cares Juniors, Ready Writing UIL, Headline Writing UIL, and Copy Editing UIL. She was escorted by Jessica Reeves, Albert Reeves, Noel Harrison, and Brianna Harrison.
Dexton Patrick is the son of Dexter Patrick and Nikale Parker. He has been involved in National Honor Society, MVHS Football for two years, MVHS Basketball for two Years, MVHS Track for three Years, MVHS Band for four years, MVHS Trainer for two years, MVHS FFA for three years, and Mount Vernon One Act Play. He was escorted by Dexter Patrick and Nikale Parker.
Ricardo Sozo is the son of Maria Domine and Ricardo Sosa Sr. Ricardo has been a member of the MVHS Mighty Tiger Band for four years, MVHS DECA for 1 year, and MVHS Gather and Grow. He was escorted by his parents.
Emily Stuart is the daughter of James and Sarah Stuart. She has been involved with MVHS Band for four years, MHVS Interact for four years, MVHS Tennis for four years, and MVHS National Honor Society. She was escorted by her parents and Sadie James.
Collectively, the seniors recognized during the ceremony represented hundreds of combined years of participation in athletics, fine arts, student leadership, academic competition, career and technical education, community service, and extracurricular activities. Their accomplishments included state championships in One Act Play, state recognition in UIL Film and Theatrical Design, leadership roles across numerous organizations, and years of dedication to Tiger athletics and school spirit.
As the students prepare for graduation in 2027, Senior Night provided an opportunity for the Mount Vernon community to celebrate not only their individual achievements but also the legacy of service, leadership, and excellence they leave behind at Mount Vernon High School.
