2016 QUEEN'S COURT

Queen Ellie Elizabeth Sharp

Ellie is the 20 year old daughter of Steven and Kathleen Sharp. She is a 2013 graduate of Palmetto High School. While in high school she graduated in the top 10% of her class, was the treasurer of the National Honor Society, was active with the school newspaper, and a cheerleader. Currently Ellie attends the State College of Florida where she is on the Dean’s List. In her spare time she enjoys traveling, reading, crafting, and being active with the Manatee Chamber of Commerce. Ellie’s future plans are to receive a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and a Masters in educational leadership and become a Principal in a local Elementary School.

Princess Celeste Bailey Mosley

Bailey is the 19 year old daughter of Clint and Tiffney Mosley. She is a 2014 graduate of Palmetto High School. While in high school she served as class president and varsity cheer captain as well as being involved in SGA and the delegate sent by rotary to Seminar for Tomorrow’s Leaders. Currently Bailey attends the University of South Florida where she is a Zimmerman advertising inductee and a member of Rotaract USF. In her spare time, she enjoys making costumes and jewelry. Bailey’s future plans include graduating from the University of South Florida with a degree in Mass Communications and pursue a career in sports broadcasting.

Sarah Jean Adams

Sarah is the 18 year old daughter of Scott and Teri Adams. She is a 2015 graduate of Braden River High School. While in high school, Sarah was active in FFA, served as treasurer and parliamentarian for FFA, and won third place in Prepared Public Speaking. Currently Sarah attends State College for Florida. Her hobbies include spending time with family and friends, going to the beach, and shopping. Sarah’s future plans are to receive her degree in Elementary Education and become a teacher specializing in special needs.

Enriqueta Rose Balandra

Enriqueta is the 20 year old daughter of Rosemary and Mario Balandra. She is a 2013 graduate of Braden River High School. Currently Enriqueta attends the University of South Florida. Her hobbies include showing miniature horses, reading, and playing flute and piano. Enriqueta’s future plans are to work for a movie studio in Los Angeles.

Elizabeth Ann Curry

Elizabeth is the 21 year old daughter of Jeff and Rita Curry. She is a 2012 graduate of Braden River High School. Annie attended EMT school at Manatee Technical Institute and is now pursuing a degree in nursing at Keiser University. She enjoys traveling, playing piano and violin, and watching hockey. Annie’s future plans include becoming a travel nurse.

Rachel Lee Johnson

Rachel is the 21 year old daughter of Brad and Elaine Johnson. She is a 2013 graduate of Palmetto High School. She enjoys fishing, hunting, photography, food tasting, and paddle boarding. Rachel received her A.A. from State College of Florida and currently attends the University of South Florida where she plans to receive a Bachelor’s Degree in General Business Administration. She hopes to pursue a career in sales and marketing for the Packaging Industry.

Monica Diane Mardones

Monica is the 19 year old daughter of Osvaldo and Julie Mardones. She is a 2015 graduate of Manatee High School. Monica attended Santa Fe College and State College of Florida. Her hobbies include dancing and playing tennis. Monica’s future plans include transferring to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a major in Aviation Management/Air Transportation and to get an internship with a commercial airline and eventually obtain a career with them.

Michelle Katrina McFall

Michelle is the 18 year old daughter of Thomas and Pamela McFall. She is a 2015 graduate of Braden River High School. Currently Michelle attends the University of South Florida. Her hobbies include volunteering, reading, and going to the beach with family and friends. Michelle’s future plans are to graduate college and become a Physician’s Assistant.

Savanna Rae Moon

Savanna is the 18 year old daughter of Buck and Tracy Moon. She is a 2015 graduate of Manatee High School. Currently Savanna attends the University of Central Florida. Her hobbies include crafting, going to the beach, spending time with family and friends, and loving on dogs. Savanna’s future plans are to graduate from UCF and start a non-profit organization in Manatee County.

Ashley Olmsted

Ashley is the 20 year old daughter of Donald and Christine Olmsted. She is a 2014 graduate of Palmetto High School. Her hobbies include Volleyball and hanging out with family and friends. Ashley currently attends Florida Gulf Coast University and is pursuing a degree in sports medicine in hopes to obtain a career in athletic training.

Baylee Nicole Sawdy

Baylee is is the 19 year old daughter of Mickey and Kim Sawdy. She is a 2014 graduate of Manatee High School. While in high school, Baylee served as freshman class secretary, was a varsity cheerleader all 4 years, a senior cheerleading captain, and graduated from the Medical Program with honors. Currently Baylee attends the State College of Florida where she enjoys learning about her Irish background. Her hobbies include coaching cheerleading, organizing events, shopping, and spending time with family and friends. Baylee’s future plans are to obtain a degree from the University of South Florida in education and become a History teacher at a local high school while also coaching the cheerleading team.

Cheyenne Nicole Thurman

Cheyenne is the 20 year old daughter of John Thurman. She is a 2014 graduate of Palmetto High School. Her hobbies include dance, arts and crafts, singing, coaching dance, and being involved in church activities. Cheyenne attended Manatee Technical Institute where she completed the EMT program, her future plans are to go to medical school and become a surgeon in Manatee County.