Mar 18, 2025
Updated Mar 18, 2025
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High School senior Mantavius Presley has a bright future ahead.
As a student at Douglas County High School, located at Douglasville, GA, Presley has prioritized more than just his academics to make a meaningful impact within and beyond school walls. According to WSB-TV 2, he serves as president of Future Business Leaders of America and the National Honor Society, as well as vice president of the student government and Class of 2025.
In addition, Presley has taken on leadership roles as the manager of the junior varsity and varsity cheer teams and is a member of the yearbook staff, all while dedicating over 1,100 hours to community service, per Atlanta News First.
As he prepares to walk the stage in the spring, Presley’s next chapter in higher learning is already in motion. He has received acceptances from more than 58 colleges and universities. Among the interested academic institutions are The University of Alabama, Mercer University, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (Morehouse College, Howard University, Xavier University of Louisiana). What’s more, Presley, who also goes by the nickname “LeBron,” has earned a combined $1 million in scholarships.
“This acknowledgment not only fills me with immense pride but also motivates me to continue striving for excellence,” Presley reflected on the school’s Facebook post, according to WSB-TV 2. “I deeply appreciate the district’s commitment to celebrating student accomplishments. Such recognition not only boosts individual morale but also fosters a culture of encouragement and aspiration among all students. Thank you once again for this honor. I am proud to be a part of the Douglas County School System.”
With his graduation around the corner, “Presley is carefully weighing his options for the future before making his final choice,” the school system shared, per Atlanta News First.
Reflecting on Presley’s achievements, his mother, Chasity Green, commented to 11Alive,” “I am so proud of my son, congratulations.”
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Samantha Dorisca is a Houston-based journalist and photographer whose mission is to impact communities through the gift of storytelling using the written word or visual media. She completed her B.A at The University of Texas at Austin and is pursuing a M.A at The University of Memphis. Her work can be found on platforms such as Houstonia Magazine, Girls’ Life Magazine, and Blacque Magazine. Samantha mainly reports on tech, trends, and entrepreneurship.
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