2025 Debutantes
Maggie Kate Clark
Miss Maggie Kate Clark is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Clark of Texarkana, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Buck of Texarkana,Texas, and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Clark of Smackover, Arkansas. Maggie is a sophomore at the University of Arkansas, majoring in communication sciences and disorders within the College of Education and Health Professions. She aspires to become a speech-language pathologist. During her freshman year, she was named to the Chancellor’s List in both semesters. An active member of the Arkansas Alpha Chapter of Pi Beta Phi, Maggie served as Fraternity Heritage Assistant and championed literacy through the national philanthropy, Read > Lead > Achieve. She was honored with the Award of Integrity, one of Pi Beta Phi’s core values. She is also a member of the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association. She was presented by her father, Mr. Matthew Clark, and escorted by her boyfriend, Grayson Redden, son of Ms. Kortnee Redden and Mr. Denny Redden of Texarkana. Her presentation song was “My Girl” by The Temptations.
Caroline McKenzie Cook
Miss Caroline McKenzie Cook is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Cook of Texarkana, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Payne of Texarkana, Arkansas, and Helen Cook and the late Russell Cook of Utica, Mississippi. Caroline is a sophomore at Auburn University, majoring in finance with a minor in marketing. She is an active member of Alpha Xi Delta Sorority, serving as Assistant Financial Coordinator. She works in theOffice of Undergraduate Admissions and participates in the Women in Business Club. She is also a member of First Baptist Church Opelika. She was presented by her father, Mr. David Cook, and escorted by her brother, Payne Cook. Her presentation song was “Songbird” by Fleetwood Mac.
Lauren Elizabeth Hornsby
Miss Lauren Elizabeth Hornsby is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Troy Hornsby of Texarkana, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Dorothy Miller and the late Judge Edward Miller, and Mr. Robert Hornsby and Ms. Diana Hornsby, all of Texarkana. Lauren is a sophomore at Baylor University, majoring in accounting and participating in the Hankamer Business Scholars Program. She was named to the Dean’s List during her freshman year. Lauren is a member of the Theta Kappa Chapter of Chi Omega Sorority, where she took part in Pigskin Revue and various philanthropic events. She also served as a Welcome Week Leader and a Pathway Student Ministry Leader at Baylor. She was presented by her father, Mr. Troy Hornsby, and escorted by her brother, Miller Hornsby. Her presentation song was “What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong, in honor of her grandmother.
Catherine Elise Joyce
Miss Catherine Elise Joyce is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Joyce of Texarkana, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Mayo and Dr. and Mrs. Gene Joyce, all of Texarkana. Catherine is a sophomore at Texas A&M University-Texarkana, majoring in nursing and playing on the university’s women’s soccer team. A dedicated student-athlete, Catherine has been on the Dean’s List every semester. She has coached for the Texarkana Soccer Club and given lessons to aspiring young players. She is also on the Student- Athlete Council and is a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She was presented by her father, Mr. Gene Joyce, and escorted by Mr. Reese Cooper, a fellow sophomore and son of Mr. and Mrs. William Cooper. Her presentation song was “Moon River” by Henry Mancini, also chosenm by her sister and two cousins.
Sophie Rochelle Keller
Miss Sophie Rochelle Keller is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jorg Keller of Texarkana, Texas. She is the granddaughter of the late Kathey and Edmond S. Rochelle Jr. of Texarkana, and Regula and the late Willie Keller of Benito, Manitoba, Canada. Sophie is a sophomore at the University of Georgia, where she is pursuing dual degrees in computer science and cognitive science. She is enrolled in the Morehead Honors College and holds certificates in new media and artificial intelligence. She plans to earn her master’s degree in artificial intelligence through UGA’s Double Dawgs program. Sophie was named to the Dean’s List and serves as Public Relations Chair for Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity. She is also Co-Layout Editor for The Red and Black newspaper and is active in Girls Who Code and Girls.Code. She was presented by her father, Mr. Jorg Keller, and escorted by her boyfriend, Ean Sharp, son of Mr. and Mrs. Corey Sharp. Her presentation song was “Vienna” by Billy Joel.
Annabeth Grace Killian
Miss Annabeth Grace Killian is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy Killian of Texarkana, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Shaw and Ms. Iris Pritchard of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, and Mrs. Reba Killian and the late Mr. Herbertm Killian of Fouke, Arkansas. Annabeth is a sophomore at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge where she is majoring in kinesiology with a concentration in human movement pre-physical therapy and minoring in business administration. She was named to the Dean’s List and is a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. She participates in Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, the Kinesiology Club, Greek InterVarsity, and the SALT Student Ministry. She is also an active member of First Baptist Church Texarkana. She was presented by her father, Mr. Jeremy Killian, and escorted by her brother, Jacob Killian. Her presentation song was “Take My Breath Away” by Berlin.
Kennedi Jaise McHenry
Miss Kennedi Jaise McHenry is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jason McHenry of Texarkana, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bob McHenry Jr., Ms. Kathey Bray, and the late Mr. Kenneth “Bugs” Bray, all of Broken Bow, Oklahoma. Kennedi is a sophomore at the University of Arkansas, enrolled in the College of Education and Health Professions. She plans to pursue a nursing degree through the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing. She was named to the Dean’s List during the spring semester of her freshman year. Kennedi is a member of the Psi Chapter of Chi Omega Fraternity, where she participated in fall recruitment and is involved in its national philanthropy, the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Kennedi attends Christian Warriors Church, where she serves in Warrior Kids. She was presented by her father, Mr. Jason McHenry, and escorted by her brother, Brayson McHenry. Her presentation song was “A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri and David Hodges.
Jane Katherine Mitchell
Miss Jane Katherine Mitchell is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Trey Mitchell of Texarkana, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mitchell of Arkadelphia, Arkansas, and Mr. James Shambarger and the late Mrs. Donna Shambarger of Texarkana, Arkansas. Jane Kate is a sophomore at Texas Christian University, where she is a double major in political science and history. She is a member of the John V. Roach Honors College, a TCU Scholar, and was named to the Dean’s List. Jane Kate is a member of the Gamma Psi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority, where she serves as Fundraising Director. She is also active in the Pre-Law Society and serves as a greeter for Christ Chapel’s College Ministry in Fort Worth. In addition, she serves on the Library Committee for the Student Government Association and was recently selected to participate in the Political Science Distinction Program. Jane Kate is a member of First Baptist Church in Texarkana. She was presented by her father, Dr. Trey Mitchell, and escorted by her brother, Grant Mitchell. Her presentation song was “Dawn,” the theme from her favorite film, Pride and Prejudice.
Jace Ariel Ramos
Miss Jace Ariel Ramos is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ramos of Fort Worth, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Gloria Ramos of Manila, Philippines, and Mrs. Lily Perez of San Diego, California. Jace is a sophomore at the University of Arkansas, majoring in supply chain management at the Sam M. Walton College of Business. She is a member of the Psi Chapter of Chi Omega Fraternity, actively involved in its national philantrhopy the Make-A-Wish Foundation and formal recruitment. Jace plans to pursue a career in corporate fashion merchandising, blending creativity with strategic leadership. She was presented by her father, Mr. Joseph Ramos, and escorted by herbrother, Jedd Ramos. Her presentation piece was “River Flows in You” by Yiruma.
Whitney Rayne Thornton
Miss Whitney Rayne Thornton is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gus Thornton of Texarkana, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Terrell McDowell and the late Mr. and Mrs. Joe Thornton, all of Texarkana. Whitney is a sophomore at Texas A&M University–Texarkana, where she is enrolled in the College of Nursing, Health, and Human Services. She is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing as the first step in her medical career. Whitney is a lifelong Methodist and attends a local church in Texarkana, Texas. She was presented by her father, Mr. Gus Thornton, and escorted by her cousin, Lucas Anderson, an alumnus of Louisiana State University and resident of Pascagoula, Mississippi. Her presentation song was Maroon 5’s rendition of “Memories.”
Lynnley Kate Whitlock
Miss Lynnley Kate Whitlock is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Whitlock of Texarkana, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Massanelli of Hope, Arkansas, and Ms. Karol Zoeller of Little Rock, Arkansas. Lynnley is a sophomore at the University of Arkansas, majoring in apparel merchandising and product development in the Dale Bumpers College of Agriculture, Food, and Life Sciences. She is a member of the PsiChapter of Chi Omega Fraternity, where she participated in fall recruitment and is involved in its national philanthropy, the Make-A-Wish Foundation. She also belongs to the National Honor Society. She was presented by her father, Mr. Robert Whitlock, and escorted by her brothers, Graham and Grayson Whitlock. Her presentation song was “My Wish” by Rascal Flatts.
Grace Ann Wilson
Miss Grace Ann Wilson is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John David Wilson of Texarkana, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Wilson of Hope, Arkansas, and Mr. and Mrs. John May of Sherwood, Arkansas. Grace is a sophomore at the University of Arkansas, majoring in animal science with a concentration in pre-veterinary medicine in the Dale Bumpers College of Agriculture, Food, and Life Sciences. She is an honors student and was named to the 2024 Chancellor’s List. Grace is a member of the Psi Chapter of Chi Omega Fraternity, Turning Point USA, the Block and Bridle Club, and the Pre-Veterinary Club. She was presented by her father, Mr. J.D. Wilson, and escorted by her brother, Jack Wilson, a senior at the University of Central Arkansas. Her presentation song was “She’s Always a Woman” by Billy Joel.
