Three student-athletes named to Florida's academic all-state team

Anna Lavernia '25 – Graduating from Ransom Everglades with a 3.98 GPA, Anna Lavernia has distinguished herself academically, including participation in the prestigious Yale Young Global Scholars program for Innovation in Science and Technology. An accomplished athlete, Lavernia has competed in soccer, cross country, and track and field, serving as a team captain across multiple sports. In student leadership, she serves as Vice President of both the HealthcaRE Club and the RE Spirit Club, while also contributing to the Ransom Everglades Speech and Debate team as a varsity coach, mentoring younger members. Her dedication to community service includes 100 hours with A Soccer Life Foundation, 50 hours with the Health Information Project, 40 hours with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and 40 hours as a virtual tutor for students in Miami and Colombia. Lavernia is the daughter of Carlos and Caridad and is currently undecided on her college selection.

Casey Manno '25 – Casey Manno holds a 4.0 GPA and has earned recognition as an Advanced Placement Scholar with Honor and the Ransom Everglades Seal of Biliteracy. A dedicated multi-sport athlete, Manno has competed in water polo, soccer, and swimming throughout high school. In water polo, Manno was named to the Miami-Dade Second Team All-Dade. In soccer, she earned an Honorable Mention from Miami-Dade, and in swimming, she was recognized on the Miami-Dade Third Team All-Dade. Manno has also been actively involved in student organizations and leadership roles. She is a member of Mu Alpha Theta, the Science National Honor Society, and the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica. Additionally, she serves as vice president of Students Against Gun Violence and as a board member for the Health Information Project, reflecting a strong commitment to advocacy and public health awareness. Community service has been a cornerstone of Manno’s high school experience. She participated in the ILAC Medical Mission Trip, contributing 140 hours of service, and volunteered for 90 hours at the Plymouth Preschool Camp. She is the daughter of Peter and Elaine Manno and plans to study public health in college.  

Ethan Sullivan '25 – Ethan Sullivan holds a 4.0 GPA and has earned numerous academic distinctions, including Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction, Cum Laude Honors, Bryan Cameron Impact Scholar, and Coolidge Senator. Athletically, Sullivan has excelled across multiple sports, competing in cross country, swimming and diving, water polo, and track and field. He is a three-time cross country state qualifier, a swimming state finalist, and a school record holder. Additionally, he has competed as a track and field state finalist and has been named a three-time USA Triathlon All-American, demonstrating his versatility and dedication in endurance sports. Beyond athletics, Sullivan has been a leader in student government, serving as both Class President and a Representative for the Student Government Association. He is also deeply involved in academic and extracurricular clubs, serving as President of Mu Alpha Theta and as a Project Leader for the Boy Scouts of America. Sullivan’s commitment to service is evident in his extensive volunteer work, having served 140 hours as a Senior Patrol Leader, 80 hours in environmental sustainability efforts, and 40 hours as an advocate and fundraiser for the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. He is the son of John Sullivan and Ivette Motola.