33 Diplomas, 33 Different Journeys

When 33 seniors crossed the stage at Fairborn Digital Academy's June graduation ceremony, they shared one thing in common: they finished.

What they did not share was a single path to get there.

These students all arrived at FDA with different goals, different challenges, and different timelines for success. What united them was a determination to keep moving forward.

That is why Fairborn Digital Academy exists.

Fairborn Digital Academy meets students where they are, with flexible, personalized education designed for individual success. Our adaptive teaching methods and supportive environment help every student thrive in their own way. Through individualized instruction plans, technology, tutoring, and personalized support, FDA works to help students succeed, one way or another.

On June 18, 2026, Fairborn Digital Academy staff, students, and friends gathered to celebrate 33 seniors who completed the State of Ohio requirements for a high school diploma.

The June 2026 graduates were:

Kaci Anghellica, Jordan Christopher Armstrong, Connor Ayers, Aiden Baker, Amber Marie Blakey, Jenna Botkin, Amber Clarkston, Scottie Allen Clement, Jaxon Conley, Marniqua A. DeBruce, Lucinda M. Dobson, Amina-Lynor Elliott, Kyriah Everette, Ragan Naomi Glockler, Molly L. Glover, Devin Goforth, Aaliyah Henderson, Dazie Hernandez, Zachary McMillin, Aidan Robert McNabb, Zoey Meyers, Carolynn Ray Mullins, Braydan Netherton, Mariah Alyse Pendleton, Addison Rexrode, Savannah Marie Robb, Fernando Rodriguez, Rashad Sanks, Ryder Nicholas Siehl, Kyair N. Smith, Madison M. Sweet, Riley Vance, and Kobe Rene' Vargas.

Jenna Botkin was named Valedictorian of the Class of 2026, while Aidan McNabb earned Salutatorian honors.

These graduates join the 22 students who completed graduation requirements during FDA's January ceremony, completing the Class of 2026.

"Depending on the program that is right for the student, we offer the flexibility that many of our students and their families need to get through high school," said Erik Tritsch, Executive Director of FDA. "A traditional high school setting is not optimum for every student. We make an effort to be aware of individual differences that may make learning and succeeding a challenge, and we address those issues for each student."

As one of Ohio's top-rated dropout recovery schools, FDA is committed to helping students overcome obstacles and achieve success on their own timetables.

"We see the school as an opportunity for struggling, or excelling, students to be successful based on their own timetables," Tritsch said. "Our students are excelling in certain environments that we are uniquely able to provide."

Every diploma awarded during the June ceremony represents hard work, perseverance, and a student who chose to keep moving forward.

Congratulations to the Fairborn Digital Academy Class of 2026. Read the Press Release:

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