Jefferson High Student Khadeja Burley Crowned Rose Queen 2015

The 2015 Rose Festival Court includes 13 outstanding Portland Metro high school students. Young women chosen to be Court Members participate in community events, receive one-on-one mentorship from top female executives, and a $3,500 scholarship provided by The Randall Group. The Rose Festival Court is sponsored by Unitus Community Credit Union.

All photos courtesy of the Portland Rose Festival

Kahedja Burley, Jefferson High School, daughter of Mashavu Hicks and Rondale Burley

Amber Shackelford, Madison High School, daughter of Jennifer and James Shackelford

Tabitha Ivan, Lincoln High School, daughter of Tammy and John Ivan

Paris Sykes, Central Catholic High School, daughter of Russell Sykes and Latasha Williams

Cristell Gonzalez Perez, Parkrose High School, daughter of Karina Perez Zamacona

Elli Simotas, David Douglas High School, daughter of
Anna Simotas

Devon Thompson, St. Mary's Academy, daughter of Keli and Robert Thompson

Tihanne Mar-Shall, Benson Polytechnic High School, daughter of Francine Mar-Shall

Lily Brodrick, Wilson High School, daughter of Lisa Molina and Joseph Brodrick

Naomi Tsai, Cleveland High School, daughter of Alison Hansell and Honan Tsai

Erika Manzo, Roosevelt High School, daughter of Veronica Silva de Manzo and Carlos O. Manzo

Olivia Berry, Grant High School, daughter of Bill and Julie Berry

Sierra Hosea, Franklin High School, daughter of Kristi and Jeff Hosea