Leyton Class of 2016 Valedictorian – Katelyn Higgins

Katelyn Higgins described herself as "extremely blessed" to be named the Leyton High School Class of 2016 valedictorian.

"I have spent countless hours studying, reading and learning new material so that I could someday reach this goal," she said.

Katelyn, 17, is the daughter of Robert and Lianne Higgins. She is from Dalton and has two younger sisters, Danielle and Elizabeth.

Through her high school career, she has participated, and lettered, in volleyball and speech for four years, receiving Academic All-State honors in both, as well as in track and basketball for three years.

She has also bee...