PTM Perspectives
Shared stories, shared dreams.
Congratulations to 2025 PTM Graduates!
By: Dwight Johnson
This year, we are proud to celebrate seven seniors who are taking the next step—some heading to college, others to trade school, and some entering the workforce. What unites them all is the strong sense of community they’ve built here at PTM.
A key part of that community is generosity, and we are deeply grateful to the Weaver Family and the Kuhn Family, who together provided over $40,000 in scholarships. Their support has helped not only these graduating seniors but also several current PTM college students.
Jose Alonzo Pereira Guillen is graduating as the Salutatorian of Republic High School. He plans to attend Belmont University in the fall and pursue a career in real estate after college. His favorite memory at PTM is when he worked at PTM Summer Camp and he's so grateful to the PTM Staff, especially Ms. Alyssa, Mr. Daniel, Ms. Toni, Ms, Nan, Mr. Perry, Mr. Terrance, and Mr. Dwight.
Current Life Mantra: Anything is possible!
Jazzmine Aaliyah Hughes is graduating from James Lawson High School and plans to attend Tennessee State University. She's grateful for PTM, especially Mr. Dwight and Ms. Seany.
Current Life Mantra: I am grateful!
Nikila Robertson is graduating from Pearl Cohn High School and plans to attend Austin Peay State University to major in business. Her favorite memory at PTM is when she worked with the Social Enterprise and Entrepreneur program at PTM (maybe why she wants to study business?). She's grateful for Mr. Terrance, Mr. Dwight, Ms. Amber, Ms. Toni, Mr. Perry, and Ms. Lashunda.
Current Life Mantra: "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me." Phil 4:13
DaRodrick L. Davis is graduating from Nashville School of the Arts and plans to attend Nashville State in the fall. He hopes to transfer after two years to a school where he can study architecture or visual arts. He is so grateful for Mr. Terrance and Mr. Dwight, who are "amazing and inspirational." His favorite memory is working at PTM Summer camp!
Current Life Mantra: Take one day at a time; don't be afraid of growth.
Youssef Bekhit is graduating from Nashville School of the Arts. He plans to work until he is 21 and old enough to enroll in Metro Fire Training Academy. His favorite memory at PTM is celebrating his birthday on the Senior Trip at Maggionos in Atlanta. He's really grateful for how Mr. Terrance has invested in him.
Current Life Mantra: Trust God.
AiJaydin Crawford is graduating from The Nashville School of the Arts and plans to attend Lane College on a football scholarship. His favorite memory of PTM has been all the retreats where he's been able to get away, reset and relax. He's very grateful to Mr. Terrance and Mr. Dwight for all they've done to support him.
Current Life Mantra: It is what it is.
Glenndarius Lamont Humphrey is graduating from Nashville School of the Arts and plans to Lane College on a football scholarship. He plans to get a degree in biology and eventually pursue dentistry. His favorite memory at PTM is when the PTM crew surprised him with a cake for his birthday on the Senior Trip. He would like to thank Mr. Terrance for treating him like family and AiJaydin for bringing him to PTM.
Current Life Mantra: Don't be afraid to bet on yourself and take a risk
These students' stories are a testimony to the power of God’s faithfulness and the strength found in community. Over the years, we have witnessed transformation. We’ve seen shy voices grow bold, unsure hearts gain confidence, and dreams take flight. These changes didn’t happen in isolation — they happened because someone showed up. A mentor listened. A volunteer offered a ride. A friend prayed. At some point or another, that someone probably was you and so together, we share the journey.
The seniors we now celebrate carry with them the wisdom of countless shared experiences — weekly programming and community nights, deep conversations at retreats, spontaneous moments of laughter, hustling to and from their events and intentional times of prayer. These memories are more than milestones; they are markers of God’s presence and proof that growth flourishes when life is lived together.
We’re reminded that we were never meant to walk alone. Hebrews 10:24-25 encourages us to
“consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds... encouraging one another.”
That’s what PTM is — a space where our seniors have encountered encouragement, woven through relationships rooted in Christ.
To every mentor, volunteer, and supporter: thank you for being part of this story. Your presence has planted seeds of hope that will continue to bear fruit for years to come. As our seniors step into a new chapter, they carry the imprint of your love, your prayers, and your unwavering belief in their God-given potential.
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