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Marris Smith Stebbins, a nurse posing in front of the medical ship Africa Mercy

Marris Smith Stebbins, RN + the Africa Mercy hospital ship | Photo by Ruben Plomp

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These days, we’ll take any excuse to celebrate. 🎉 Today, we want to shout out the accomplishments of a few impressive Lakeland citizens – specifically, three who graduated from Lakeland Christian School.

From clerking for Supreme Court Justices to providing healthcare around the world, meet three LCS alumni helping put Lakeland on the map:

1. Kathryn Kimball Mizelle

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Kathryn clerked for the federal district court before making her way to SCOTUS | Photo via Lakeland Christian School

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Lawyer 🎓 LCS class of 2005

  • Notable achievement: Clerked for Justice Clarence Thomas in the Supreme Court
  • In her words: “LCS gave me a joy for learning, but I also think it emphasized the holistic student, being involved in sports, taking on leadership roles and seeking the betterment of the community in which you’ve been placed.”

2. Tyler Rice

Tyler Rice studying at Yale

Tyler studying immunology at Yale University | Photo via Lakeland Christian School

Doctoral candidate at Yale 🎓 LCS class of 2009

  • Notable achievement: Completed a fellowship with the National Institute of Health
  • In his words: “One LCS experience I will always remember warmly is Work-a-Thon, a full day of service and connecting with Lakelanders.”

3. Marris Smith Stebbins

Marris Smith Stebbins, a nurse posing in front of the medical ship Africa Mercy

Marris Smith Stebbins, RN + the Africa Mercy hospital ship | Photo by Ruben Plomp

Nurse 🎓 LCS class of 2007

  • Notable achievement: Served two stints with Mercy Ships, an international, faith-based organization that provides free healthcare throughout the world
  • In her words: “I can look back on my time spent at LCS and see how the community and curriculum have been hugely instrumental in shaping who I am today. The mission of LCS sums up how I view my life and the world around me.”

With an emphasis on high academics and 95% of students on a college prep track, it’s no surprise that LCS produces high-achieving grads. Learn more about students + alumni Lakeland can be proud of.

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