Published and edited by Krissy Hetherington

The Redwood Gigantea has a long standing history of publishing Senior Wills. It gives students a chance to reflect on their time here at Redwood and recognize the people who have impacted them along the way. Senior Wills often showcase each student’s personality and give insight into what they felt was important during their high school journey.

Julia Learned

Post high school plans: “I’m studying music at COS, but who knows what else I’ll do!“

Favorite RHS memory: “I’ll always remember choir trips! The bus rides were always crazy, the laughs were unbeatable, and sharing our music was so fun!“

  • I, Julia Learned, will my knowledge that Ms. Board and Mr. Carrillo always notice gum-chewers (Spit it out before you sing or else.) to any person in choir.

Katelynn Alvarez

Post high school plans: “I will be attending UC Berkeley in the Fall!“

Favorite RHS memory: “My favorite Redwood memory would be leading chants and screaming at the top of my lungs at football games. I loved watching everyone dance to Tongue Tied and shout Party in the USA lyrics from the track!“

  • I, Katelynn Alvarez, will my ASB mic and lucky game winning pom pom to Brielle Alvarez. With these objects you will be the most spirited ranger!
  • I, Katelynn Alvarez, will to Bryson Alvarez the title of being the best Alvarez to eva do it at Redwood.
  • I, Katelynn Alvarez, will my team mom title to my basketball babies, Kiersten Moshier and Serena Webster. Good luck girlies, I can’t wait to see who you adopt next 🙂

Annemarie Lawrence

Post high school plans: “I will be majoring in Biochemistry at UCLA.“

  • I, Annemarie Lawrence, will my patience for Redwood volleyball coaches, friendship with Ms. Moran, and hype playlist before games to Kailynn Rios.

Sarah Phippen

Post high school plans: Attending: Brigham Young University-Idaho Major: Wildlife Managment

Favorite RHS memory: “When we won the Cowhide last year! The energy was awesome!“

  • I, Sarah Phippen, will my sunflower pin and colorful sharpies to Ellie Phippen, may they serve her well.
  • I, Sarah Phippen, will my origami crown to Aliece Coombs, so she remembers she’s a queen.

Kelsey Konishi

Post high school plans: “I will be attending Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo under a Business Administration major.”

Favorite RHS memory: “Every day in the ag shop with Mr. Coon“

  • I, Kelsey Konishi, will to Ava Konishi my bedroom and to always lead with confidence and positivity. I love you little sis!
  • I, Kelsey Konishi, will to Elise Hyde, Dakota Espinoza, and Nicole Rodriguez to shut down the back line on the soccer team. I love you girls.
  • I, Kelsey Konishi, will to Tessa Hemphill the FFA gavel.

Miah De La Torre

Post high school plans: “COS to major in visual and performing arts”

Favorite RHS memory: “Meeting new people/ going to school events”

  • I, Miah De La Torre, will confidence to every student that walks through the redwood campus gate
  • I, Miah De La Torre, will motivation to every student and future students
  • I, Miah De La Torre, will School spirit to every student and future students

Katherine Tejada

Post high school plans: “Majoring in Biology at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland!”

Favorite RHS memory: “SO MANY! But my favorites include falling into the RHS pool completely clothed (and in my parka) while my swim coach Sienna laughed, going on nature walks with my AP Environmental Science class my sophomore year, attending CSF community service events, pulling all-nighters with the Science Olympiad team, and leaving a mess of glitter from all my assignments in Mr. McNitt’s classroom.”

  • I, Katherine Tejada, will my organizational skills and competitiveness to Angelina Nichols. The next three years at RHS are going to be some of the best!
  • I, Katherine Tejada, will my positive attitude and leadership skills to the next CSF President, Brynlee Rasmussen. She is going to be a fantastic CSF President, and I hope this will aids her in the next school year!
  • I, Katherine Tejada, will my love for meeting new people and funniest swim memories to Bailey Nelson. She has always been a ray of sunshine, and I cannot wait to see all that she will accomplish.

Paloma Vital

Post high school plans: “English Major at COS”

Favorite RHS memory: “falling on the bridge to main wearing my nike slides in freshman year. Also having my friends pop wheelies on me when I was in a wheelchair sophomore year.”

  • “I, Paloma Vital will my pre-game hype talents and masterpiece playlists for the Audi to Kiley Langford”

Aram Babagian

Post high school plans: “Study Agricultural Business at Fresno State University.”

Favorite RHS memory: “The entire Day of Cowhide my Junior Season. Being apart of such a long and historic tradition is something I will never forget.”

  • I, Aram Babagian, will Marcus Coreia The New King of V-Town.
  • I, Aram Babagian, will Isabel Ledesma the ability to be late to class once in awhile, to not stress about getting a B, to slack off sometimes, and to maximize fun.
  • I, Aram Babagian will Reece Bueno the keys to the gym.

Sydnee Weber

Post high school plans: “College in Missouri to play softball.”

Favorite RHS memory: “Winning Valley my freshmen year and then going to Disneyland as a team.”

  • I, Sydnee Weber, will my cowhide outfit to Morgan Bradford.
  • I, Sydnee Weber, will to Kylie Maurice and Michela Brown my ability to get places early enough to get the best parking spot everytime.
  • I, Sydnee Weber, will to my brother Scotty my Redwood spirit so that he can have the most fun during his next three years at redwood.

Trinity White

Post high school plans: “Going to San Diego State University”

  • I, Trinity White, will my unicorn and all the change in my piggy bank to Jasmine Lopez

Jasmine Olivia Lopez

Post high school plans: “After graduating I’m continuing my education at UC Davis.”

Favorite RHS memory: “That week where we had like 6 fights”

  • To my dearest Trinity, If you’re reading this i’m probably dead or graduated, either or. Even though my life was freaking awesome and i have so many great things i’ll leave you a few. I leave you sally my fat dog, my phone so my parents can’t check it, and my crocs. With peace and love:)

Chloe Lambert

Post high school plans: “I’m studying Nursing at the University of Alabama.”

Favorite RHS memory: “When we won Cowhide and the hide got to come back home where it belongs.”

  • I, Chloe Lambert, will my grass and track stained jazz shoes to Piper Lambert.
  • I, Chloe Lambert, will my list of Mrs Lapp’s favorite drinks to Brynlee Rassmussen.
  • I, Chloe Lambert, will my ability to consistently be late to school to Eliana Jauregui.

Sofia Mora

Post high school plans: “Architecture at Fresno State”

Favorite RHS memory: Swim

  • I, Sofia Mora, will the fast lane to the girls Eliza Howard, Sarah Plummer, and Hannah Kempf
  • I, Sofia Mora, will my 200 IM and 500 Free spot to Maddy Allan and Finnlee Morgan

Jwaher Hussin

Post high school plans: Pre-med at Fresno State

Favorite RHS memory: Cowhide

  • I, Jwaher Hussin, will my perfect annotating and organization skills to Ms. Moran

Abby Phippen

Post high school plans: “I am going to get a job during the summer. Then I am going to Byu Idaho in the fall.”

Favorite RHS memory: “The track meets where I would spend time with my friends and teammates. Also, we ate a ton of food.”

  • “When I came to Redwood my older sister was a senior. I love it when it rains at Redwood. My favorite teachers have been in English and history.”

Lionel Inhphom

Post high school plans: Running at Chico State

  • I, Lionel Inhphom, will the redwood cross country Instagram page and bowling strikes to Luke Crawford
  • I, Lionel Inhphom, will the WYL 800m title to Sam Suggs

Christian Roldan

Post high school plans: San Diego State University

  • I, Christian Roldan, will CJ Shin to be the cutest athlete at Redwood

Macie Johnson and Melina Soriano

Favorite RHS memory: “Performing with Dance Force at football games.”

  • We, Macie Johnson and Melina Soriano, will the role of Dance Force captains to Emerson Pressley and Mandy Redden.

Isaiah Santiago Lopez

Post high school plans: COS for a trade

Favorite RHS memory: “Hanging out with my girlfriend”

  • “A smart man learns from his mistakes a wise man learns from others mistakes and that works for everything.”

Aya Aziz

Post high school plans: “I will be attending Stanford University in the Fall to major in Science, Technology, and Society (B.S.).”

Favorite RHS memory: “One of my favorite Redwood memories is the Homecoming Queen Luncheon! It was one of our first “normal” school spirit events going back to school after COVID and it felt like a fun Bachelorette Party with the prettiest, funnest, smartest girls Redwood has ever had! I’m so thankful to ASB for hosting it!”

  • I, Aya Aziz, will my somewhat overly-cautious driving skills to my sister Leena Aziz for when she starts driving herself and my little brother to school after I’ve started college. I hope she always finds a shady spot to park in Narnia!
  • I, Aya Aziz, will my ability to practice violin at midnight to Adriana La. She is a fantastic violinist and one of my favorite Freshmen! I know Chamber Orchestra will be in good hands with her hard work and talent!
  • I, Aya Aziz, will my creativity to Bailey Nelson, CSF’s next Vice President! I know she will incorporate bright community service ideas into a hopefully more normal CSF experience next year and I can’t wait to hear what she brings to the table.

Kendrick Taylor

Post high school plans: COS

Favorite RHS memory: “Throwing Jessica Peters into a table sophomore year”

  • I, Kendrick Taylor, give my free hugs sign to the drama room
  • I, Kendrick Taylor, leave my closet for borrowing any clothing article of their choice to Kaitlyn White, Leann Gross, and Kylie Schieferle
  • I, Kendrick Taylor, don’t have a third will

Jersey Hays

Post high school plans: “I plan on attending San Diego State University and eventually owning my own photography business/clothing boutique in Laguna Beach.”

Favorite RHS memory: “My favorite Redwood memory was portraying Winnifred in Once Upon a Mattress my sophomore year. The whole process taught me a lot about myself and all of my best friends were with me to provide lots of laughs.”

  • I, Jersey Hays, will to Tessa Hemphill and Allison Hart the blasting of music every Monday morning coffee run. It’s one of the only things that kept me sane these past 4 years.
  • I will to Shelby Wisehart the white, platform Doc Martens in remembrance of weekends with me. You have showed me that hard work during the week deserves a fun weekend following it.
  • And to Brooke O’leary, I will you every lyric of “Feeling Myself,” by Nicki Minaj & Beyoncé. You have shaped me as a person more than you will ever know, and i will miss you so so much. I love you!

Camila Garcia

Post high school plans: “I will be heading to Chico State in the fall and will be majoring in Interior Architecture and Design and minoring in Art History”

Favorite RHS memory: “Every single event Redwood ASB has put on from Cowhide to our Gifts of Giving to Love Week.”

  • I, Camila Garcia do hereby leave Brielle Alvarez my creativeness and determination in and out of the ASB room. I hope this leads you to great success during your senior year like it did mine. I also will you with my coffee addiction because after being in ASB for this long you are definitely going to need it!! I’ll miss you tons <3 – Camila

Henry Lam

Post high school plans: “I am going to UC Berkeley majoring in Economics.”

Favorite RHS memory: “The day we put the hide back into our gym was my favorite memory of Redwood.”

  • I, Henry Lam, will my leadership skills in both Key Club and Interact to Jessica Lam.
  • I, Henry Lam, will my FBLA talents to Michelle Yang.
  • I, Henry Lam, will my study skills to Aidan Leonard.

Justin Johnson

Post high school plans: “Attend Cal Poly SLO as an Agricultural Business major”

Favorite RHS memory: “Playing golf with the boys”

  • I, Justin Johnson, will Alastair Batchman the ability to hit the golf ball straight in tournaments.

Anyah Tillman

Post high school plans: ” I will be attending The University of Arkansas for four years where I will be majoring in psychology.”

Favorite RHS memory: “My favorite Redwood Memory is last year where we held the ESPN themed basketball game and had a halftime show/game as if we were at a professional game. Everyone came out and cheered on our boys and overall had a great night!”

  • I Anyah Tillman leave my siblings Kyanah Tillman and Daryl Tillman our last name to continue our legacy on Redwood Campus! With this all I ask is for you both to go out and make your remaining years the best it can be and leave Redwood letting everyone know who the Tillman’s are!
  • I Anyah Tillman leave my love and pride I rep everyday I walk onto Redwood to my girl Keira Griffiths. With that I promise you the next two years will be fulfilled with joy and laughter!
  • Lastly I Anyah Tillman Leave my ability to make someone’s day to Brielle Alvarez. Even on your worst days the ability to make someone else’s day will turn your worst days into the best ones!

Lily Stetson

Post high school plans: Fordham University, majoring in psychology

  • I, Lily Stetson, will to Lillie Wasem and Presley Acosta my incredible golf skills, including driver off the deck
  • I, Lily Stetson, will to Madison Lightfoot my love for Harry Styles and reading

Kelsey Myers

Post high school plans: “I plan on attending COS for a year then transferring to CSU Fresno to study Criminology or transfer to the FBI Academy”

Favorite RHS memory: “The musicals and anything that happened in the drama room. Hands down.”

  • I, Kelsey Myers, will my lucky pencil (that I’ve had the majority of high school) and determination to my brother, PJ.
  • I, Kelsey Myers, will my love, positivity, and soda addiction to Ms. Langlie
  • I, Kelsey Myers, will my flamingo stuffed animal, love and thanks to Mrs. Galvan

Geremias Soto

Post high school plans: Attend COS then transfer out

Favorite RHS memory: Cowhide 2018

  • I, Geremias Soto, will my MMA enjoyment to Mr. Orosco
  • I, Geremias Soto, will my Movie knowledge to Mr. Adams
  • I, Geremias Soto, will my music taste to Mr. C

Amanda Dominguez

Post high school plans: “I will be majoring in Economics and Honors Humanities at Azusa Pacific University”

Favorite RHS memory: “Cross Country”

  • I, Amanda Dominguez, will my fellow coffee fanatic my coffee addiction and leadership of the cross country team to Miss Jaden Hydash. I know you’ll make me proud luv u so much crazy girl.

Dominick McCormack (Weaver)

Post high school plans: Play Football at Cal Poly

Favorite RHS memory: 2021 Graduation

  • I, Dominick Weaver, will my hard work and dedication to Marcus Correia in hopes he will pick up his act.
  • I, Dominick Weaver, will the best hands on the football team to Ashton Ibarra
  • I, Dominick Weaver, will the captain of the dark side to Daryl Tillman

Brandon Teela

Post high school plans: Mission Trip

Favorite RHS memory: “Denny’s until 2am after football games”

  • To Joey Volchko, my last will and piece of advice is never take the moment for granted. Keep working hard and push yourself because someone else is working when you aren’t. Whenever you get your license I also give you permission to have super late night sonic runs with someone else. Love you brodie.

Emma Ferguson

Post high school plans: Fresno State

Favorite RHS memory: winning Cowhide

  • I, Emma Ferguson, will my love of Redwood to my sister Ava Ferguson
  • I, Emma Ferguson, will my love of early morning Starbucks runs to my babies Kaeli Tripp and Bryann Block.
  • I, Emma Ferguson, will my love of chocolate satin pie and my dune buggy duties to my best friend Paola Ramirez.

Caden Shafer

Post high school plans: “I’m going to the NFL, see yall later”

Favorite RHS memory: “Scoring touchdowns and having the student section turnt.”

  • I, Caden Shafer, pass the honor of being the swaggiest person on campus to Alayla Ayala.
  • I, Caden Shafer, pass the honor of being the swaggiest person on campus to Alayla Ayala.
  • I, Caden Shafer, pass the will of hardcore dedication to Noe Viveros.

Neftaly González

Post high school plans: “UC Berkeley to study Political Science”

Favorite RHS memory: “The spirit weeks because Redwood campus always goes all out, and the students show their Ranger pride.”

  • I, Neftaly González, will the responsibility of the Multicultural Appreciation club to Jasmine Luna. May she continue to spread love & acceptance of all cultures to the students of Redwood.
  • I, Neftaly González, will my Redwood spirit to Diego, Joaquin, & Carlos González so that they can keep the ranger pride alive as students return back to the school setting.

Krissy Hetherington

Post high school plans: “I plan to major in Journalism and Honors Humanities at Azusa Pacific University. I will also be a part of the Cross Country and Track team.”

Favorite RHS memory: “I’ve enjoyed every single game and meet throughout my past four years of high school and every single relationship I have built at Redwood.”

  • I, Krissy Hetherington, will the lucky relay baton, binge eating during meets, McDonalds “long runs,” fast braids, and the ability to PR every single week to my mini me, Natalie McDonnell. Continue to break records and lead the team, I’ll always be so proud of you
  • I, Krissy Hetherington, will mirror selfies and learning new choreography to Nadia Lopez. Have so much fun and enjoy every moment of high school
  • I, Krissy Hetherington, will our lucky Pringles boxers, crying on the floor to miss Olivia Rodrigo, carpool rants, and the ability to have a good time wherever you’re at to Brianna Loera. I’m going to miss you so much but thank you for making my senior year the very best.
  • I, Krissy Hetherington, will the ability to enjoy every sporting event on the sidelines, many late nights of writing and research, and post-game interviews to Tyler Stark. Always make sure all sports get covered and take care of the Newspaper for me. I’m so proud of you!
  • I, Krissy Hetherington, will Fresno trips, our love for baseball…, photoshoots, and the ability to live with no regrets to my sweet Jaden Hydash. Make sure to always have FUN while running and know that I’ll always be here to listen to you.
  • I, Krissy Hetherington, will my Editor in Chief position to the hardest working girls I know, Sydney Brammer and Abby Miller. I am so proud of you two and can’t wait to watch the Gigantea grow from here. You guys are going to do great things.
  • And to many more people who make goodbyes so hard
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