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The Debutante Program of Sarasota & Manatee Counties
2025 Debutantes
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Miss Marcella Marie Byzewski
Miss Marcella Marie Byzewski is the daughter of David and Bridgett Byzewski of Sarasota. She is a senior attending The Out-of-Door Academy. Marcella loves to learn new things and continually push herself to succeed. She is student council vice president, social prefect for the Out-of-Door house Cypress, co-leader of International Day, member of the Sarasota Cotilion for 4 years, and a high school and club soccer player. She has raised over $1,000 and organized a book drive for the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota. Marcella also works as an accounting associate for ACHOSA Home Warranty and a youth soccer coach. In her free time, she enjoys doing hair and nails, playing The Sims, and swimming at the beach.
Miss Caragh Bella Cogan
Miss Caragh Bella Cogan, daughter of Christopher Gerard Cogan and Aimee DeMariano Cogan of Sarasota, is a senior in Riverview High School’s International Baccalaureate program. She serves as treasurer of the Theater Club and is an active member of the National Art Honor Society. Caragh enjoys acting, reading, traveling, fashion design, and deep-sea fishing. She plans to get a degree in International Relations and hopes to pursue a career in national intelligence combining her passions for acting and exploration.
Miss Samantha Rene DiPinto
Miss Samantha DiPinto is the daughter of Rene and Patrick DiPinto and a senior at The Out-of-Door Academy. Someone full of leadership and dedication, Samantha serves as president of her school’s Girl Talk club, where she mentors middle school girls through the shared experiences of adolescence and encourages open, confident communication with adults. She also holds the distinguished role of National Ambassador for the Girl Talk organization and is an active member of her school’s Community Advocacy Club. A passionate athlete, Samantha is entering her fifth year on the varsity lacrosse team. In addition, she has maintained a position at a local restaurant for four years, exemplifying a strong work ethic and sense of responsibility. In her free time, Samantha enjoys spending time at the beach and fishing.
Miss Esme My-Haong Doan
Miss Esme My-Hoang Doan is the daughter of Thomas Tam Anh Doan and Linda Le Doan of Sarasota. She is a senior attending Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School. She is senior class president, a member of National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, volunteers for Make-a-Wish and more. She has dreams to become a cosmetic dentist just like her father and live with grace just like her mother. Advice she would like to give to everyone is to strive to be kind, respectful, and always have gratitude.
Miss Annika Grace Elisha
Miss Annika Grace Elisha is the daughter of Jeannine and Dale Elisha of Bradenton. She has been a student at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School for thirteen years and has been a member of the National Art Honor Society and National Spanish Honor Society. She has also done every musical at SSES since she started attending. She has been on the varsity cheer team since her freshman year and has been the team captain for the last two years. She is an active member of her community and volunteers at a local church every Sunday. In her free time she enjoys dancing, painting, and spending time with her friends and sister.
Miss Bryn Aldina Famiglio
Miss Bryn Aldina Famiglio is the daughter of Jennie Lascelle and Mark Famiglio of Sarasota. She is a senior at Pine View School, where she serves as Vice President of her class for the fourth consecutive year. Bryn is deeply involved in both leadership and service, specifically within the National Honor Society, Helping Hands, Rights of Nature, and Minds for Morocco. She is the outreach officer for Youth Movement Against Alzheimer’s (YMAA) and Positivity and Optimism Club of Pine View (POP), and recently received the prestigious Notre Dame Book Award. Bryn directed Pine View’s Variety Show and Miss Pine View and served as tech lead for Mr. Pine View. She is captain of Riverview High School’s varsity weightlifting team and recently competed in USA Weightlifting’s National Championships in Colorado Springs. She is currently ranked 12 in the country in her age and weight class. Additionally, she is a member of the Cotillion Club of Sarasota.
Miss Camilla Marquesa Famiglio
Miss Camilla Marquesa Famiglio is the daughter of Jennie Lascelle and Mark Famiglio of Sarasota. A high school senior, she has a deep interest in the law and serves as a student attorney for Teen Court, a peer justice program for youth offenders in Sarasota. She is an avid squash player who has enjoyed the sport since childhood. Off the court, she is a hot yoga enthusiast, committed to daily practice. She volunteers weekly for the 360 Church of Sarasota and has worked for the past two summers as a camp counselor in her family’s summer home of Nantucket, Massachusetts. She is also a member of the Cotillion Club of Sarasota.
Miss Julie Anne Harris
Miss Julie Anne Harris is the daughter of Mr. John and Mrs. Melissa Harris of Sarasota. She is a senior attending Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School. Academically, Julie is a member of the National Honor Society, the Cum Laude Society, and is the secretary of the Spanish National Honor Society. Julie’s other involvements include serving as the social media manager of both her school’s online newspaper and the Student Council, the vice president of the Interact Club, a member of the Honor Council, a student ambassador, a member of the varsity girls’ weightlifting team, and a manager for the varsity girls’ soccer team. Julie is also an avid volunteer who loves working with children; she volunteers at Mote Marine’s summer camps and First Presbyterian Preschool. Outside of school, Julie enjoys going to the beach with her friends and family, reading a great book, traveling, going on walks, and playing with her dog, Mocha.
Miss Ava Clair Heise
Im the daughter of Allen and Maria Heise, from sarasota florida. Im going to be a senior attending the Out-of-Door Academy, participating in varsity volleyball and lacrosse, playing some golf on the side as well as being an honor roll student. I am the president and founder of the Thunder Productions club at my school, teaching those about digital marketing and media in athletics.
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Miss Hanna Marie Hornung
Miss Hanna Marie Hornung is the daughter of Timothy and Michelle Hornung. She is a senior attending the Out of door academy. She is also an accomplished polo player with managing her own horses. She serves as the leader of the entrepreneurship club at her school and is passionate about leadership and innovation. In her free time, she enjoys tennis, spending time at the beach with her friends and traveling.
Miss Gianna Margaret Christine Hroncich
Miss Gianna Margaret Christine Hroncich is the daughter of John Hroncich and Holly Winkle-Hroncich of Bradenton. She is a senior attending Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School. Gianna is a passionate artist, and has won multiple awards throughout the county for her work. She is a varsity cheerleader, golfer, and figure skater. She loves to travel, some of her favorite places being Colorado, Italy, and Croatia. In her free time, she enjoys painting, playing with her many pets, volunteering at schools and summer camps, going to the beach, playing pickleball, going to youth group, working out, reading, and baking.
Miss Sophia Laine Ierulli
Miss Sophia Laine Ierulli is the daughter of Stephen and Jennifer Ierulli of Bradenton. She has been attending Saint Stephen's Episcopal School for the past six years. She is the President of Mam'Selles Service Club, President of the Spanish National Honor Society, member of the National Honor Society, class secretary for the past three years, and a recipient of the Yale Book Award. Sophia participates in both school and travel club volleyball. She was selected as a USA Today Sports Player of the Year finalist, was chosen for the All Area Volleyball Team, received the FACA 2A All State and All Academic Awards, and has served as the captain of both her school and club team since her freshman year. In her free time Sophia enjoys reading, going to the beach, traveling, playing tennis, and spending time with friends and family.
Miss Anna Grace Kim
Miss Anna Grace Kim is the daughter of Dr. Joshua and Mrs. Janna Kim. Anna is a senior at Pine View School where she is the Drama Club Technical Director, Community Impact Club CoFounder, and National Honor Society member. Outside of school, she is a Children First Ambassador, The National Charity League of Sarasota VP Philanthropy, and Sarasota Crew Varsity coxswain. In her free time, she enjoys reading, playing the violin, and running.
Miss Hadley Maguire Lawrence
Miss Hadley Maguire Lawrence is the daughter of Richard and Bianca Lawrence of Sarasota. She is a senior at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School, where she is on the Directors List for her academic achievements. She has been awarded excellence in Spanish, math, and photography. She has won multiple photography awards, including best of class and honorable mentions. Hadley is the parliamentarian of the Interact Club, a Student Ambassador, a volunteer at Teen Court Sarasota and the Manatee Community Foundation. Hadley reads to elementary school children with the nonprofit- “Dive into Reading.” She was elected Junior Class Homecoming and Prom Princess. Hadley is captain of the varsity cross-country team and a member of the varsity track team. In her free time she loves going to the beach, spending time with friends, and watercolor painting.
Miss Baylie Grace McKenna
Miss Baylie Grace McKenna is the daughter of Chris and Niki McKenna of Bradenton. She is a senior attending the Out-of-Door Academy. Baylie is the co-founder and Vice President of the Thunder Grant Committee which fundraises and provides grants to non-profit organizations. She is also the Head of House for House Cypress in the ODA house system and has been the manager of the varsity girls soccer team for three years. Outside of school, Baylie enjoys going to the beach for sunrise, taking pictures, walking with her family, and spending time with her friends.
Miss Caitlin Virginia Neal
Miss Caitlin Virginia Neal is the daughter of John and Rebecca Neal of Bradenton. Caitlin is a senior at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School and is an active member of several academic and extracurricular organizations, including the National Honor Society, National Art Honor Society, and Cum Laude Society. She serves as vice president of the Spanish National Society and as the new member coordinator for Mam’selles, in addition to participating in student council and the honor council. Caitlin is also a member of the school’s weightlifting team and has a strong interest in the sciences. Outside of school, she enjoys boating, reading, and spending quality time with her friends and family.
Miss Esther Rose Nisberg
Miss Esther Rose Nisberg is the daughter of Alan and Megan Nisberg of North Venice. She is a senior attending Pine View School where she has been a student since second grade! Esther is involved in many clubs at school. As Treasurer of Key Club and President of Helping Hands, Esther enjoys giving back to her community through service-oriented clubs. She is similarly an avid member of the National Honors Society and serves her class through student government as the Principal's Council Representative. Outside of school she spends her time volunteering for an organization called Challenger Baseball and presides as the Vice President of the Youth Movement Against Alzheimer's. She was selected as a Girl's State Congressional Delegate, shadowed a local dermatologist, observed an operating CRNA, and competed in UF's annual Chemathon. When not bound by her busy schedule, Esther loves being with her family, going out with friends, playing softball, and watching movies!
Miss Sophia Grace Paterson
Miss Sophia Grace Paterson is the daughter of William and Monique Paterson of Sarasota. She is a student at the Out of Door Academy, class of 2026. She is a leader in her community, being varsity cheer captain for the Thunder and leading the ODA Entrepreneurship Club. Since freshman year, she has also found a love for playing lacrosse in the spring with her friends. Sophia loves lending a helping hand in her community wherever she can and taking on new challenges. In her free time, she enjoys going to the beach, traveling, being with friends and taking workout classes.
Miss Isabella Rojas
Miss Isabella Rojas, daughter of Dr. Javier and Dr. Ruth Rojas of Bradenton, is a senior at The Out-of-Door Academy in Lakewood Ranch. An ambitious and driven student, Isabella thrives on challenges that push her beyond her limits. She is fluently bilingual in Spanish and has consistently placed in the 95th percentile or higher on the National Spanish Exam for the past five years. Isabella is a standout athlete, playing on both her school’s Varsity Soccer team and for FC Sarasota, a competitive club team that advanced to Nationals last year. Each summer, she serves as a camp counselor for FC Sarasota’s youth programs, giving back to the sport she loves. In addition to her athletic and academic achievements, Isabella is an active member of Thunder Productions, a student-led club through which she manages social media and photography for various school teams and events. Her deep passion for medicine has led her to prestigious summer internships at Georgetown University, Johns Hopkins University, and Wake Forest University. Currently, she gains valuable hands-on experience as a medical assistant at PrimeHealth Care. Isabella plans to pursue a career in medicine while continuing her soccer journey at the collegiate level.
Miss Rebecca Nicole Sipes
Miss Rebecca Nicole Sipes is the daughter of Susan and Steven Sipes of Osprey. She is a senior at Pine View School. A dedicated and accomplished athlete, Rebecca has been a member of the Venice High School varsity cheerleading team since her freshman year and now proudly serves as Captain. She also competes at an elite level with Brandon Allstars and has taken the stage at the prestigious Cheerleading World Championship. Rebecca is equally driven in academics and service. She is an active member of the National Honor Society, Interact Club, Save A Child's Heart Club, and MENSA. Outside of her academic and athletic commitments, she enjoys going to country concerts, playing guitar, and exploring new places through her travels.
Miss Danielle Alexa Weathers
Miss Danielle Weathers is the daughter of William Weathers and Cynthia Weathers. She is a senior attending Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School. Danielle is highly involved with her school community, as she has served on the Student Council since 10th grade. She is the secretary of a Latin Club and has placed at the State Latin Forum for the past 4 years. Danielle is also a three-time state qualifier in swimming, a one-time state qualifier in track and field, competes in girls’ weightlifting, and volunteers at SunCoast Blood Centers. She loves traveling to new places and attending many concerts. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music, reading, watching shows, playing the clarinet, and hanging out with her friends.
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