A.B. Wilkins graduate says best advice was ‘believe in yourself’

Each year, Cumberland County Schools names a graduating senior at each high school as a Standout Senior. The 17 2023 Standout Seniors are bright, hard-working students who have overcome the odds to graduate and dedicate themselves to serving their community.

To learn more about their plans to attend college, serve in the military or begin their careers, go to www.ccs.k12.nc.us/graduation.

Joshaih Blue will graduate from A.B. Wilkins High School. Here is what he had to say about his high school years and his future:

• What accomplishment are you most proud of or what do you want to be remembered for?

Being picked to be the standout student. Me facing adversity and criticism just being able to push through hard times.

• What are your plans after graduation?

I plan to get my CDL so that later on I can start my LLC and name it after my grandma.

• Please list your extracurricular activities and tell us about your favorite.

Playing football … that’s it!

• Do you have a self-statement or a favorite quote that best describes you and your aspirations for the future?

“Have yourself when nobody else ‘has’ you.”

• How do you feel Cumberland County Schools has prepared you for your future?

I’m very thankful for (CCS) guiding and leading me on to success.

• Is there someone on staff in the school system (a teacher, administrator, coach, etc.) who has made a lasting impression on you? What lesson did they teach you that you will always remember?

Mr. Nobles for telling me to “believe in yourself and that you can do anything.”

• What elementary school did you attend?

I attended Loyd E. Auman Elementary School in Fayetteville.

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