by Hanna Singh
As the Cedar Creek High School Valedictorian, Hayes Bridges boasts an impressive 4.0 GPA, involvement in dual enrollment and 10 AP courses. However, his academic success is only part of what makes Bridges such an outstanding representation of Cedar Creek.
As a member of several organizations and a student athlete, Bridges has shown consistent dedication to his involvement in school activities. He has served as the president of the Spanish club, president of the national honors society, president of the key club and served on the student council. At the same time, Bridges has maintained his commitment as a student athlete on the Cedar Creek tennis and cross-country teams.
Outside of school, Bridges has displayed dedication to his community as well. At Temple Baptist Church, he has gone on several mission trips as well as playing in the church youth band. Bridges has also assisted in providing tornado and hurricane relief throughout his community.
Cedar Creek math teacher, Marilyn Hyams, has witnessed the distinct love for learning and impressive character that Bridges has shown in the classroom.
“While Hayes’ character and integrity are exemplary, I believe that what I love the most about him is his enthusiasm for learning something new. He could find a new way to solve a problem or a short-cut to beat everyone else to the answer,” Hyams said. “While teaching him math, I believe that it is evident that he also learned some life lessons like fairness, determination and responsibility. I can’t wait to see what he achieves in the future.
After graduation, Bridges has made plans to attend Mississippi State in the fall to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering. His interest in the fields of mathematics and physics push him to understand their applications more in day-to-day life. His goals include becoming the most complete and well-adjusted person he can be through living in Jesus Christ.
“I hope to be a positive influence to those around me and build up others as I go about my journey,” Bridges said. “I am passionate about life and thankful that God allows me to experience it to the fullest.”
The Cedar Creek family is proud to be represented by a young man with immense dedication to his academics, future career and his community. It is evident through Bridges motivation that he will succeed in his collegiate journey and future career.
