Community Leadership Academy

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We are forever grateful for their sacrifice and the freedoms they fought to protect. May God bless and comfort the families of our fallen heroes, and may we never forget their courage and devotion. 🇺🇸

🔦Senior Spotlight🔦 Peter Boulware Jr. will be entering Florida State University in the spring, where he plans to major in Commercial Entrepreneurship with a minor in Automotive Franchising. He has been part of the Community Leadership Academy family since kindergarten. This fall, he will also be working at Peter Boulware Toyota. His favorite memories were the basketball games during Hope PE in the gym with Coach Maignan, Ty Meadows, Barrett Painakai, and Josiah Mapp.

We are so proud of you, Peter Jr., and excited for this next chapter. Go Lions!

Today our seniors walked through these doors for the very last time as students. Senior Walkout Day is always special, but never easy. What a privilege it’s been to watch this class grow, lead, and leave their mark. We love you, Class of 2026! Once a Lion, always a Lion. ❤️🦁💛

🔦Senior Spotlight🔦 Emmalyn Mercer
After high school, I plan to attend Tallahassee State College and then transfer to Florida State University to pursue a bachelor’s degree in social science. After earning my degree, I plan to obtain my teaching certification.

My favorite memory at Community Leadership Academy was planning and organizing the live music for Homecoming and Prom. ❤️🦁💛

CLA MOMS!! Happy Mother’s Day!! ❤️💛

🔦Senior Spotlight🔦 Lily Ritter
After graduating from CLA, Lily will be pursuing the combined bachelor’s/master’s pathway in Elementary Education at Florida State University.

“My favorite memory from CLA was the mission trip to Puerto Rico, where I was able to grow my love for education by serving at a local school for children with special needs. It was also incredibly meaningful to lead worship during the church’s Sunday service. And of course… the tostones 😊”

Fifth grade is having the best time on their class field trip in Charleston! They’re learning, exploring, and making great memories together!

🔦Senior Spotlight🔦 🦁Charlie Zimmerman🦁

After graduating from CLA, I will be attending Florida State University in the fall. I plan to double major in Finance and Accounting. ❤️💛 I have many great memories from CLA, but my favorite has to be the 8th grade class trip to Disney.

Congratulations Charlie! We love you!

NHS Induction! Congratulations to our newest members Kathryn Carroll and Mercy Decker.

🔦Senior Spotlight🔦 BRODY TIDWELL🦁

Brody plans to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He will begin his freshman year at Florida State University. ❤️💛

Brody’s favorite memory from CLA is playing Mr. Oliverio in the Mini Crossword everyday.

Congratulations Brody! We’re proud of you!