Arkansas High School Class of 2026 Top Ten Graduates

Jacob Henry Dupree is the son of Jessica and Jason Dupree. Throughout high school, he has been actively involved in Varsity Tennis, Varsity Basketball, Fellowship of Christian Students, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Honor Society, Gifted and Talented, Quiz Bowl, and Link Crew. He is also a member of Northern Hills Baptist Church.

After graduation, Jacob plans to attend the University of Arkansas, where he will major in Electrical Engineering. During his time at Arkansas High School, he has earned numerous honors and awards, including Academic All-Conference recognition in Tennis and Basketball all four years, Academic All-State recognition in Tennis and Basketball all four years, 2026 Conference Champion in Tennis, 2026 All-Conference Tennis, 2026 All-State Tennis, participation in Arkansas Boys State, Arkansas Scholastic Honor Student recognition, National Merit Commended Scholar distinction, and AP Scholar with Distinction honors.

Jacob was also nominated as an Arkansas Times Academic All-Star and received the Governor’s Distinguished Scholarship, the Dr. Samuel D. McGill Endowed Chancellor’s Scholarship, and the Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship.

Hannah Grace Skinner is the daughter of Rebecca Leah Cantrell and Jerry Dale Hall. Throughout high school, she has been actively involved in Student Council, most recently serving as Student Council President. She is also a member of the National Honor Society and a member of the tennis team.

Hannah plans to attend the University of Arkansas, where she will major in Finance with a concentration in Financial Analytics and Business Management before attending law school to pursue a career as a corporate lawyer. She attends Sacred Heart Catholic Church and has earned the AP Capstone Diploma.

In addition to her academic and leadership accomplishments, Hannah has a deep appreciation for the arts and creates photo embroidery pieces, one of which is currently featured in the Texarkana Regional Arts & Humanities Council art show.

Leyton Maddox Stone is the son of Lisa Melee Stone and William Louis Stone. During high school, Leyton has been involved in the EAST, Advanced Placement Art, GATE/Gifted & Talented, National Honor Society, and Collegiate Academy programs.

Leyton is a Leadership Texarkana 2025 Wilbur Award nominee. He has received the TAMUT Presidential Scholarship and the Conway Endowed Engineering Scholarship and has earned multiple Chancellor’s Academic Awards from the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana.

For the past two and a half years, Leyton has worked closely with Union Pacific Senior Special Agent Darin Archer on a rail safety project at Arkansas High School. After graduation, Leyton plans to attend Texas A&M University–Texarkana to pursue a degree in Civil Engineering.

Hallie Grace Harris is the daughter of Jamie and Christopher Harris. During her four years at Arkansas High School, she has been a member of Student Council, Razorback TV, Porker Yearbook, National Honor Society, Razorback Cheer, the Principal’s Advisory Team, and the Superintendent’s Advisory Team.

Hallie is also a member of First United Methodist Church and has coordinated and participated in several community service projects throughout her school career.

After graduation, Hallie plans to attend the University of Arkansas to pursue a degree in Exercise Science with the goal of becoming an athletic trainer.

Arlandrea Gayle Reeves is the daughter of Arlandos Reeves and Gayle Reeves. At Arkansas High School, she has been a member of Razorback Redline and Razorback TV. In the community, she is a member of Oak Street Baptist Church.

After graduation, Arlandrea plans to attend Southern Arkansas University, where she will major in Criminal Justice. After earning her undergraduate degree, she hopes to pursue a master’s degree in criminology and eventually work as a behavioral analyst.

Arlandrea has been awarded multiple academic scholarships, including a full-tuition scholarship to Southern Arkansas University. She is very grateful to everyone who supported her throughout high school and is excited to begin her next chapter. She would like to thank her family, friends, and teachers for helping her become the person she is today.

Tiffany Ratha By is the daughter of Sophal and Sitho By. During high school, she was involved in Razorback TV and the art programs, and she was recognized as the TASD Standout Razorback of the Month. Tiffany was also nominated as an Arkansas Times 2026 Academic All-Star.

After graduation, Tiffany plans to attend the University of Houston, where she will major in Physics. She looks forward to continuing her academic journey while exploring opportunities in scientific research and innovation.

Lainey Beth Brooks is the daughter of Corey and Candis Fricks. At Arkansas High School, she has been a member of the Gifted and Talented program, Varsity Cheerleading, National Honor Society, the bowling team, Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), Medical Mentoring, and AHS Link Crew.

Lainey received the National Cheerleaders Association Individual Leadership Award, was named Academic All-State, and earned All-State Cheerleader honors. She served as Miss Arkansas High School 2023, was crowned the 2025 Homecoming Queen, and was selected as the Class of 2026 Fiftieth Girl. She also attended Girls State sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary.

Lainey is a member of Church on the Rock and has received more than $1.6 million in cumulative scholarship offers from colleges and universities to which she applied. After graduation, she plans to attend the University of Arkansas to major in Physics with a concentration in Astronomy, with the goal of becoming an astrophysicist.

Journeé Kamauri-Lenate Burris is the daughter of Latrina Nicole Burris and Corey Washington. During her time at Arkansas High School, she has been a member of Razorback Redline, the Technology Student Association, Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), National Honor Society, and the Medical Mentorship Program.

After graduation, Journeé plans to attend Texas A&M University–Texarkana, where she will major in Psychology with aspirations of becoming a child psychologist. She is passionate about helping young people overcome challenges and hopes to make a positive impact in the lives of children and families.

Sarah Dale Boyles is the daughter of Tracey and Dr. Dixon Boyles. During her time at Arkansas High School, she has been a member of the wind ensemble, marching band, jazz band, pep bands, Destination Imagination team, and Quiz Bowl team. She has also participated in the Gifted and Talented program, National Honor Society, and Collegiate Academy.

Sarah has received the John Philip Sousa Band Award, the Louis Armstrong Jazz Award, and the Scott Joplin Outstanding Jazz Soloist Award. She is also an active member of the Texarkana Winds Community Band and the Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society at University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana. In addition, Sarah will graduate with an Associate of Arts degree from the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana.

After graduation, Sarah plans to attend the University of Arkansas, where she hopes to participate in the Razorback Marching Band. She plans to double major in Music Performance and Music Education with aspirations of becoming a professional musician and band director.

Elissa Aubrey Fant is the daughter of Teri and Damon Fant. At Arkansas High School, she has been a member of the Razorback Band, Educators Rising, National Honor Society, and Fellowship of Christian Students.

After graduation, Elissa plans to attend Southern Arkansas University, where she will major in Elementary Education with the goal of becoming an elementary school teacher and eventually pursuing a career as a school librarian or counselor. She is passionate about supporting and encouraging young students both academically and personally.

 Congratulations to the Class of 2026 Top Ten Graduates of Arkansas High School.