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Kinsey is the 19-year-old daughter of Stephen and Toni Bunce. She graduated from Palmetto High school in 2023 and is currently enrolled at Hillsborough Community College pursuing her degree in Nursing. She is pursuing a career as a Nurse Anesthetist for the Veterans Health Administration. During her free time Kinsey enjoys traveling, thrifting, and spending time with family and friends.
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Briana is the 20-year-old daughter of Dennis and Alison Simmons. She is a 2021 graduate of Palmetto High School, and enjoys twirling, attending church, and going to the beach. She is currently attending Manatee Technical College where she is earning a degree in Pediatric Nursing.
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Taylor is the 19-year-old daughter of Tracy Clarkson. She is a 2022 graduate of Khan academy. Her hobbies include reading, building Legos and playing video games. Taylor also loves to travel. She plans to attend USF college for Nursing to pursue her nursing degree. In the future Taylor plans to become a travel nurse.
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Morgan is the 20-year-old daughter of Matthew and Rebekkah Johnson. She is a 2022 graduate of Sarasota High School, and she enjoys weightlifting, art, and beef cattle production. Morgan’s future plans include increasing more Brahma cattle in Manatee and Sarasota shows and production.
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Taryn is the 20-year-old daughter of Brent and Andrea Shawley. Taryn is a 2023 graduate of Inspiration Academy. Her hobbies include cooking, weightlifting, gymnastics, and journaling. She plans to attend the State College of Florida where she will pursue a degree in psychology. She desires to become a couples and family therapist.
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