Tushka 2026 Honor Students
Raynee Reece is the daughter of Shannon and Jeana Reece. Throughout high school, Raynee has been actively involved in the Gifted and Talented Program, National Honor Society, Tigers for Christ, Jesus Talk Tuesday, varsity fastpitch and slow-pitch softball, and community service through Harmony Baptist Church. She also served as a Bible Study Leader, National Honor Society secretary, and student representative for the Gifted and Talented Program. Among her many accomplishments, Raynee earned Superintendent’s Honor Roll recognition throughout high school, was ranked #1 in her class, named a Mix 96.1 Academic All-Star, placed first in Division II Algebra II and second in Division II Trigonometry at the Eastern Oklahoma State College Curriculum Contest, and was part of the 2025 State Runner-Up slow-pitch softball team. After graduation, Raynee plans to attend Oklahoma State University to pursue a degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders before earning a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
Ryley Vessels is the daughter of Charity Smoot and Chad Vessels. During high school, Ryley participated in basketball, softball, FFA, and National Honor Society. She was also named to the Superintendent’s Honor Roll throughout grades 9-12. After graduation, Ryley plans to attend Murray State College and pursue a degree in nursing.
