Columbia Independent School | Class of 2025
Parker brown
Parker is the son of Jeremy and Dawn Brown. He joined Columbia Independent School in 3rd grade. During his years at CIS, he has run track and cross country, competing at the state level in the latter sport. Following graduation, Parker plans to study textile and apparel management at the University of Missouri.
blake bukowsky
Blake is the son of Brant and Jennifer Bukowsky. He is a Lifetime Lion, having joined CIS in Junior Kindergarten. Blake created the Game Development Club, participated in eSports and Student Ambassadors, and he has been an active participant in the CIS Intersession during his upper school years. Blake was named a National Merit finalist during his senior year. He plans to attend Purdue University this fall to major in computer science.
alexis burnam
Alexis is the daughter of Ashley and Weyen Burnam. She joined Columbia Independent School in 7th grade. Alexis has been active in multiple extracurricular activities, including theater, choir, Model UN, volleyball, cheer, basketball, Interact, and student council. While an upper school student, Alexis earned the Certified Nurse Assistant certification. She plans to attend Marquette University.
alexis coleman
Alexis is the granddaughter of Naomi and Festus Aghedo. She joined CIS in 9th grade and participated in cheer and volleyball during all four years of upper school. Alexis was honored with the Jefferson Moore Award in 2024 and the Dee Corn Award in 2023, in recognition of her generosity of spirit and service to the community. Following graduation, Alexis plans to attend the University of Missouri to study biochemistry.
musah coolbaugh
Musah is the son of Milena Coolbaugh and joined CIS in 11th grade. Along with fellow senior Rayce Crawshaw and other students, Musah formed the band Tape Snake, playing guitar and writing the band’s songs. This fall, Musah plans to attend the University of Missouri to pursue a degree in physical therapy.
rayce crawshaw
Rayce is the brother of Harley Crawshaw and joined CIS in 9th grade. During his years in the upper school, he has been active in tennis, student council, and the eSports team. He serves as the drummer for the band Tape Snake, formed along with fellow senior Musah Coolbaugh. Following graduation, Rayce plans to attend the University of Missouri to pursue a bachelor’s degree in psychology.
emil darkhalil
Emil is the son of Sarah and Yousef Darkhalil. He has attended CIS since 2nd grade. Emil has participated in the Fortnite club and was recognized his sophomore year for his diligent work during Intersession. This fall, Emil plans to attend the University of Missouri to study business.
ryly dou
Ryly is the son of Lyzbeth Collazo and Gary Dou. He joined CIS in junior kindergarten and is a Lifetime Lion. During his years at CIS, he participated in First Lego League, Camp Invention, and the Game Development Club. Ryly earned a technical award during the Missouri Hacks hackathon in 2023. After graduation, Ryly plans to study computer science at the University of Missouri.
anna durham
Anna is the daughter of Liana Makarian and Joe Durham. She joined CIS in 8th grade, and during her years here she participated in volleyball, cheer, swim, Interact, FRC Robotics, and the yearbook club. This fall, Anna will attend Missouri S&T.
kennedy herman
Kennedy is the daughter of Keith Herman and Wendy Reinke. A Lifetime Lion, Kennedy joined CIS in junior kindergarten. She plans to attend Reed College in the fall.
mason justice davis
Mason is the son of Sarah Justice and Adam Davis and joined CIS in 6th grade. An active athlete, he participated in soccer, basketball, cross country and track. He competed at the state level for four years in cross country and four years in track. Mason also participated in academic bowl and served as a writer for the upper school “What’s Up Wednesday” newsletter. After graduation, Mason plans to pursue a degree in social work at the University of Missouri.
caroline kimchi
Caroline is the daughter of Kimberly and Eric Kimchi. She joined CIS in 3rd grade. Caroline played middle and upper school volleyball and served as the captain of the varsity volleyball team for three years. She earned Honorable Mention at the district level for volleyball twice. She participated in cheer for four years and served as the captain in 2024-25. Caroline participated in student council for two years and served as president this year. She plans to attend the University of Michigan in the fall.
mae lieberman
Mae is the daughter of Alison LaCarrubba and Corey Lieberman. She joined CIS in 5th grade and participated in volleyball and basketball. Mae plans to attend the University of Missouri this fall to study marketing.
blake morris
Blake is the son of Mark and Melanie Morris. He is a Lifetime Lion, having joined CIS in junior kindergarten. Blake is a record-setting athlete, as he played basketball for four years and became the first CIS player to score more than 1,000 points in his upper school career. He was selected to the first team all-district as a junior and senior. Blake ran track for two years, including at the state level his junior and senior years. He also holds school records for the 400m and the 4×400. Blake will attend Augustana University this fall.
chrissy moyle
Chrissy is the daughter of Christine Franzese and Michael Shoemaker-Moyle. She joined CIS in 4th grade. Chrissy devoted four years to CIS theater productions, two years to volleyball and choir, and one year to the eSports team. She will attend Smith College this fall.
liam olson
Liam is the son of Shannon and JK Olson and joined CIS in 8th grade. He was elected to student council for four years and competed on the track team. Liam plans to attend Kansas State this fall.
reagan russell
Reagan is the daughter of Tony and Tammy Russell. She joined CIS in 7th grade. During her time at CIS, she participated in theater for four years and Model UN for two years. Reagan will attend the Stephens College Conservatory for the Performing Arts in the fall.
clark yates
Clark is the son of Daniel and Chelsea Yates and Erin and Luke Polson. He joined CIS in 9th grade. During his time at CIS, he played basketball, ran track, and served as manager of the volleyball team. Clark will participate at the state level in track his senior year, and holds the school record for 4×400. He also participated in eSports and choir for two years. In the fall, Clark will attend Missouri S&T to study electrical engineering.
alison soper
Alison is the daughter of Tamra and Matthew Soper. She is a Lifetime Lion, having joined CIS in junior kindergarten. She is a two-year participant in volleyball and track, including at the state level in track her senior year. Alison plans to attend the University of Missouri this fall.