Head of the class: Meet Scott County Central High School's three Class of 2015 co-valedictorians

Name: Drake Kesler

School: Scott County Central High School

Parents' names: Kim and Eric Kesler

What extracurricular activities were you involved in? Can you tell us a little bit about your experiences?

My extracurricular activities included band, Beta Club, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), National Honor Society (NHS), baseball and basketball.

Drake Kesler, one of Scott County Central High School's three co-valedictorians, plans to major in petroleum engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology. (Laura Simon)

Who is your role model, and why?

My parents because they made me the person I am today.

What is your favorite high-school memory?

Winning 2015 Class 2 state championship in basketball.

What are your plans after graduation? Where do you plan to attend school, and have you decided your major? If so, tell us why you chose that path:

Alexis Graham, one of three Scott County Central High School co-valedictorians this year, plans to pursue a nursing degree at Southeast Missouri State University. (Carol Kellison)

I will be attending Missouri University of Science and Technology. I will major in petroleum engineering. I chose this path because I have always been interested in engineering.

What advice would you give to incoming freshmen?

Do not give up on your goals and dreams.

In just three words, describe your high-school experience: Fun, challenging, memorable.

Name: Alexis Graham

School: Scott County Central

Parents' names: Mamie Graham

What extracurricular activities were you involved in? Can you tell us a little bit about your experiences?

FCCLA (Family Career and Community Leaders of America), FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America), NHS (National Honor Society), Beta club, varsity cheerleading and softball.

Who is your role model, and why?

My role model would have to be my mom, because she shows me that you should always do your best in everything, and she's my biggest supporter in everything I do.

What is your favorite high-school memory?

My favorite memory would be cheering on the Braves to not just one but three state titles.

What are your plans after graduation? Where do you plan to attend school, and have you decided your major? If so, tell us why you chose that path:

After graduation I plan to attend Southeast Missouri State University to pursue a degree in nursing. I chose this path because I have known since I was a little girl that I wanted to help other people, and I felt this would be a great way of doing just that.

What advice would you give to incoming freshmen?

Always do your best in everything you do no matter what. Also, savor every moment in your high-school career because it will be over before you know it.

In just three words, describe your high-school experience: Exciting, challenging, worthwhile.

Name: Matthew Blissett

School: Scott County Central

Parents' names: Michael Blissett and Kimberley Blissett

What extracurricular activities were you involved in? Can you tell us a little bit about your experiences?

FCCLA (Family Career and Community Leaders of America) gold at state, Beta Club historian, FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America), National Honor Society treasurer, band, track, varsity basketball two-time state champ.

Who is your role model, and why?

My father, because the way he approaches every situation with a positive outlook and always keeps a smile. His hard work and caring personality is inspiring.

What is your favorite high-school memory?

Winning state in basketball senior year.

What are your plans after graduation? Where do you plan to attend school, and have you decided your major? If so, tell us why you chose that path:

Central Methodist University, athletic training. I chose this because I think it would be a good fit for what I want to do with a mix of still being around sports and still dealing with the medical side of things.

What advice would you give to incoming freshmen?

Stay focused, work hard towards your goals, and enjoy your time.

In just three words, describe your high-school experience: Astounding, enriching, insightful.