By Hannah Singh
Many members of the Ruston High School community gathered in the auditorium Friday to watch the military signing day of nine Bearcat seniors. Joined by family, friends and staff, these young men and women proudly committed themselves to serving our nation upon graduation.
The graduates included students entering the United States Army, Louisiana Army National Guard, and the United States Marine Corps.
United States Army
PVT Harrison Deason
Louisiana Army National Guard
PFC Amaryia Adams
PVT Brendan Risher
PVT Malasia Marbray
PVT Jonathan Scheer
PVT Laportia Poe
PVT Reagan Williams
PVT Rylan De Coux
United States Marine Corps
Seyvn Myree
This year marks the first time since 2016 that Ruston High School has had this many National Guard commitments in one year. Staff Sergeant White of the Louisiana National Guard addressed the families of the committing soldiers, displaying appreciation for their support.
“These students have devoted themselves to a higher cause,” White said. “Parents, you all have selfless and outstanding children sitting up here today, who would not be here without your support and love.”
The Bearcat family stood behind the seniors taking the opportunity to serve their country. Principal Dan Gressett expressed the pride of the Ruston High School staff in seeing the seniors take this step.
“What an exciting day for our students that are committing to serve our country,” Gressett said. “We are so proud of them and look forward to the great things ahead in their future.”
