ELKINS — The young women who were privileged to experience Rhododendron Girls State are very grateful for their sponsors because without their support, it would not have been possible for them to attend Girls State.

Presley Bates from Coalton was sponsored by Randolph County Retired School Personnel. Bates’ future plans include attending college to earn a degree in biology and further her education to become a physicians assistant.

Gabryele Bedford from Montrose was sponsored by Davis Trust Company. Bedford’s future plans include attending college and majoring in architecture and minoring in interior design.

Shelby Broseker from Elkins was sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary of Elkins, WV Unit 29. Broseker’s future plans include attending college to study pre-law and further her education by attending law school.

Summer Channell from Beverly was sponsored by Mike Ross. Channell’s future plans include attending WVU and enrolling in the dental program to become an orthodontist.

Hannah Collins from Elkins was sponsored by Citizens Bank. Collins’ future plans include attending college and earning a degree in criminal justice.

Erin Nicole Dettinger from Elkins was sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary of Elkins, WV Unit 29. Dettinger’s future plans include studying chemistry in college and attending medical school.

Allison Paige Dolly from Elkins was sponsored by American Legion Auxiliary of Elkins, WV Unit 29. Dolly’s future plans include attending college and earning a degree in medicine with an emphasis in anesthesiology.

Alexis Hare from Elkins was sponsored by Mountain Valley Bank. Hare’s future plans include attending college to become a neonatal nurse and work in the NICU.

Allyson Haynes from Elkins was sponsored by Dr. Lammie from All Creatures Great and Small Vet Clinic. Haynes’ future plans include attending Fairmont State University for four years and get a job in criminology or cyber crimes.

Alainah Johnson from Elkins was sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary of Welch, WV Unit 8. Johnson’s future plans include attending college and studying psychology.

Isabella Karlen from Elkins was sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary of Elkins, WV Unit 29. Karlen was named one of the outstanding citizens of Girls State. Her future plans include attending college and majoring in political science and global studies.

Alicia Kelley from Elkins was sponsored by Sonny’s Carpet. Kelley’s future plans include attending college and double major in political science and psychology and further her education to become a lawyer.

Jocelyn Martin from Kerens was sponsored by the Elkins Rotary Club. Martin’s future plans include attending college for nursing and furthering her education to become a certified registered nurse anesthetist.

Taylor McKinnie from Elkins was sponsored by the Elkins Womens Club. McKinnie’s future plans include earning both her bachelors and masters degrees in journalism.

Samantha Price from Elkins was sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary of Jane Lew, WV Unit 166. Price’s future plans include attending college on a volleyball scholarship.

Lilee Schoonover from Elkins was sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary of Elkins, WV Unit 29. Schooover’s future plans include attending college to become a pychologist.

Alyssa Severino from Elkins was sponsored by Davis Trust Company. Severino’s future plans include attending college to obtain a degree in nutrition to become a registered dietitian.

Sara Shoemaker from Elkins was sponsored by Elkins Physical Therapy Sports Injury Clinic. Shoemaker’s future plans include pursuing a degree in nursing with plans to become a nurse-practioner.

Sofia Triplett from Elkins was sponsored by the Lions Club. Triplett’s future plans include attending college, medical school, and earning a specialization to become a surgeon.

Natalie Teter from Harman was sponsored by Grant County Bank of Harman. Teter’s future plans include attending college and majoring in national security/intelligence.