Class of 2026 · Philadelphia, PA

MAYA
'26

She did it her way. Now she's writing what comes next.

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE // NEXT CHAPTER: FALL 2027 // STATUS: LEGENDARY

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THE STORY
SO FAR.

01
The Kid

Sharp eyes. Soft heart. Fell for every stray, stood up for every underdog, and made her opinions known early.

02
The Grind

Books. Deadlines. Long days, longer nights. She figured out who she was while everyone else was still figuring out the assignment.

03
The Moment

The day it all lands. Name called. Diploma in hand. Class of 2026, officially in the books.

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What's Next

A gap. A breath. A plan taking shape. Fall 2027 is coming, and she's building it her way.

WRITING
HER OWN
STORY.

Most kids follow the script. Pick a school. Enroll. Go.

Maya's taking the pen instead.

The year between cap-and-gown and college isn't a pause. It's a chapter. Time to figure out what fits. Time to work, to think, to travel if she wants, to land on the right next move for the right reasons.

When fall 2027 rolls around, she'll walk into it on purpose.

NEXT CHAPTER → FALL 2027

OFF THE
WALL.

Real moments. No script, no filter.

Maya at the barber getting a fresh cut
fresh cut, fresh chapter.
Maya on her phone at a bus stop on a sunny day
just out here, doing her thing.
Maya and her mom Annie together
me & mom. always.

TAG THE
WALL.

Mom You did it! Maya! Big Maya not the Little one. Always remember what I've always told you…start strong, finish strong. No bad days, only bad moments. Always be your best self. Legacy in the making. Let's go Pooda! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🎉🎉🥳🎉🥳🎉
Uncle Marty I told you, you could do it and look at you!!! Now it's time to show them grown up MAYA and let nothing or no one stop you
Aunt Sherry Great job Maya. Keep up the good work you have the ability to achieve your dreams and I know you will. Love you
Your Cuzzy Deja I'm so proud of you and excited for you for this next chapter of your life. As a graduate, always remember that your path does not have to look like everyone else's. On my college journey, I honestly don't regret any of it because every experience gave me something. So just live life 😀
Aunt Arnetta Congrats on your accomplishment. Keep striving for the best, believe you will achieve 🥰😍❤️‼️
Butch Battle Keep it moving lady
Davida (Lady in the basement 🤣) Screaming congratulations to the high school graduate a beautiful, smart, kind, and amazing young woman Maya! Always remember you can choose your future by doing the small things and showing up for yourself everyday!!!
Ms Ty Congratulations MAYA!! You did it! You showed up, you pushed through, and now look at you! So proud of you and everything you've overcome. This is just the beginning! 🎓❤️ Congratulations!!
Big cuz Zaire Proud of you cuzzin!!!! Congrats!!!! Stay unapologetically you. I love you and I know it's nothing but great things ahead. Continue to learn continue to grow.
Ms. Shannon We are all SO proud of you, Mya! It wasn't always easy but you never gave up. Thank you for always making us laugh. Best of luck with your next steps ❤️
Mani proud of you fr, graduating high school really a big accomplishment. you made it through all the stress and hard times and still finished strong. can't wait to see what you do next, congrats cousin 🤍
Aunt Daa Super proud of you! I always tell u believe in your self you can do anything! I love you and I'm always a call away. Let's go baby😘
Ms Isha Slim Jim! You did it. I know it was hard but sometimes you just have to put your head down and get it done. Keep forging your own path and keep thinking for yourself. And don't let other people put their limitations on you. XOXO

IN HER HONOR

CATS OVER
EVERYTHING.

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