ALUMNI
SURVEY
If you graduated senior high at LREC, we’d love to hear from you! Do you have time to complete a quick survey letting us know what you’re up to, and how to reach you with information about reunions and school events, scholarship opportunities, and job openings?
HONOUR WALL
PAST VALEDICTORIANS
WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Mastina McGee (Class of 2017)
My name is Mastina L. McGee, and my life’s journey has been one of resilience, hope, and determination. From humble beginnings as a refugee child in Ghana to building a future in Liberia, and the world at large, my story reflects the strength of perseverance and the power of education and love.
I was born in Ghana during a time of great uncertainty, as my family fled the Liberian Civil War. Raised by my single mother Christina C. Doely in a refugee camp, my childhood was marked by both hardship and hope. Despite the challenges of displacement, my mother instilled in me the values of courage, faith, and education.
It was in the refugee camp that I began my primary education at the Refuge Baptist School as a refugee learning under difficult conditions but with a strong desire to succeed. Those early years shaped my resilience and gave me the foundation to pursue greater opportunities.
After the Civil War ended, my mother and I returned to Liberia to reunite with our family. This was a turning point in my life, as I continued my primary and junior high education in my homeland at the Canterbury Episcopal High school located Maryland Center Barnersville Road where I completed my elementary education with flying colours as valedictorian with the help of God and my single mother. I started my junior high education in Brewerville where I lived with my aunt Felecia Doely Hinneh and her husband Mr. Samuel K. Hinneh while my mother went to the interior [Liberia’s remote rural regions] to support me. Victoriously, I completed and came out with flying colours as valedictorian again for the second time.
A few years later, my mother returned to Monrovia to reunite with me again. I completed my senior high in Duazon at Liberia Renaissance Education Complex ( LREC) with another flying colours as first valedictorian of the school senior high.
After my high school graduation I was still determined to pursue higher education, so I enrolled at the University of Liberia where I studied an Accounting Major and Economics minor. I graduated with a GPA of 3.0 as an honour student with a Bachelor of Arts Degree.
Since my high school and university life, education has been my anchor, and I worked diligently to excel in every aspect of my life knowing that it was the pathway to a brighter future. At the University, I embraced academic challenges, expanded my knowledge, and prepared myself for a meaningful career. My time there was transformative, shaping both my professional and personal life.
After high school, I began teaching at the elementary, junior high, and later senior high school levels, focusing on mathematics and English. During my college years, I interned with the Liberia Pure Honey and Coconut Oil Company, as well as with Catholic Relief Services (CRS), where I worked first in the Peace Building department before moving to the Finance department to further develop my career. Later that year, I completed my internship and was promoted to Service Provider in the Finance department. After two years of hard work and dedication, I was promoted again, this time to Finance Assistant.
It was at the University of Liberia that I met my lifetime partner, Mr. Emmanuel Ryan Pyne, who has since become my greatest companion and supporter. Our relationship blossomed through shared values and dreams. He eventually engaged me and paid my dowry through a traditional ceremony that honoured our cultural heritage.
This year, we have decided to celebrate our love once more with a European wedding, symbolizing not only our union but also our journey together across cultures and traditions. Right after our wedding ceremony we will be embarking on our educational journeys to pursue our master’s degrees together as a couple.
My life story is a testament to resilience, love, and the pursuit of education. From a refugee camp in Ghana to the halls of the University of Liberia, I have learned that challenges can be stepping stones to success. Today, as a wife by tradition, and a woman committed to building a meaningful future, I carry forward the lessons of my past with gratitude and hope.
Jeremiah Tokpah (Class of 2020)
Jeremiah’s journey is a testament to perseverance, the power of education, and the unwavering support of family.
Growing up in Duazon as the youngest of eight siblings, Jeremiah was raised by his single mother, Julia, who worked tirelessly to provide for her family. Despite the challenges, Julia believed in the promise of education and enrolled two of her eight children at LREC, making them among the school’s very first students.
At LREC, Jeremiah quickly developed strong literacy skills and a passion for learning that laid the foundation for his future achievements. The school’s commitment to accessible, tuition-free education helped open new doors for him and many others in the community.
Today, Jeremiah is pursuing tertiary studies in Leisure Tourism and Hospitality Management at the East African University Rwanda. He has embraced leadership as the Minister for International Student Affairs, serving and representing his peers from around the world.
Jeremiah’s dream is to return to Liberia and contribute to the growth of the local tourism sector, helping to build a brighter future for his homeland.
We are incredibly proud of Jeremiah’s accomplishments and the positive impact he continues to make—he exemplifies the spirit and vision of LREC.
Jaso Zaizay (Class of 2020)
"I am 80% of who I am today because of how I was shaped at LREC. I spent seven to eight important years of my life there, from Grade 5 to Grade 12. Beyond academics, LREC provided an environment where I felt encouraged, supported, and confident. I was given the opportunity to learn, grow, and explore my potential. The support from teachers and administrative staff helped me grow not only as a student, but also as a person.
Before joining LREC, I attended Christian Institute of Modern Education (ABC to K‑II), ALCHA Memorial Preparatory School (Grades 1 to 3), and Hope International School System (Grade 4). While these schools offered a more traditional learning experience, LREC felt different. It was more personal, more supportive, and more invested in my growth and potential. At LREC, students are not just numbers, which made learning more meaningful and engaging. For me, LREC will always be home.
I grew up along the Robertsfield Highway and come from a hardworking family. I have two siblings, and my parents taught me the values of perseverance, humility, and determination, lessons that continue to guide me today.
Since graduating from LREC, I have remained focused on my studies and personal branding. I recently earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Banking and Finance from Rauf Denktas University in Northern Cyprus. I am currently in India, where I am pursuing an MBA in Applied Finance in a knowledge partnership with PwC at Chandigarh University. I continue to build on the strong foundation LREC gave me while exploring new opportunities for growth and development.
Looking ahead, I hope to complete my studies and return home to Liberia to apply what I have learned. I am motivated to keep growing and to eventually find meaningful ways to give back to the communities that supported and shaped me.
To current LREC students, remember this: sometimes life may feel hard and difficult to navigate, but no matter what you face, never forget who you are, where you come from, and who you want to become. Focus on your studies, work hard, stay consistent, remain true to yourself, and everything will eventually fall into place."
GRADUATES OF LREC
* Denotes Valedictorian
CLASS OF 2025
Baar, Annauson
Blaphue, Charles
Dioh, Evon
Dorbor, Weedor
Flahn, Todia
Gbanjah, David
Gborkakollie, Mariama
Gray, Victoria
Hina, Edwina*
Hina, Francis
Jayweh, Salome
Kermue, Melvin
Kollie, Emmanuel
Kollie, Isaac
Massaquoi, Faithjoy
Nah, Louise
Nimely, Phebean
Paye, Oprah
Sayougar, Emmanuel
Sayway, Mardea
Sumowiou, Mercy
Thomas, Kpankeh
Varney, Ishmeal
Washington, Amelia
Ziama, Harris
CLASS OF 2024
Bahtokpah, Terma
Cooper, Ishmael
Corlon, Ruth
Deyeagar, Ketura
Fofana, Mariama
Jinnice, Bendu S
Johnson, Mannah
Kollie, Satarus
Macmboma, Macbel Gorama
Malachi, Elijah
Mason, Rufus
Massaquoi, Christian Handy
Paye, Johnell
Reeves, Melvin D
Secka, Ellencia
Secka, Jennifer*
Sumo, Davidetta Favor
Sumo, Paul
Tarr, Beatrice Morlinda
Varvah, Monica (Dip Beauty Care)
Wilson, Ade
CLASS OF 2023
Abraham, Mama
Bailey, Dalphine
Cisse, Assata
Clarke, Prince
Davids, Alvina
Emeh, Emmetta
Gbowgar, Enouch
Gibson, Henry
Gofah, Yaya
Jackson, Adu
Kaykay, Uriah
Konuwah, Denise
Morris, Jonathan
Mulbah, Lloyd
Newton, Joanna
Nyanfore, Esther
Nyonjay, Kawah
Pah, Fred Ali
Paye, Moses
Reeves, Janet
Stryker, Princess
Waynawhere, Samira
Weah, Peter*
Yengbe, Harriet
Yengbe, Joyceline
CLASS OF 2022
Boimah, Sarah
Brown, Jonathan
Chea, Martha
Clarke, Solomon
Dokpa, Bendu
Fleming, Teri
Gaie, Patrick (AA Lab Tech)
Gbai, James
Howard, Moses
Koiyan, Victoria
Maczio, Nejay
Paye, Rufus
Smith, William
Sumo, Marie
Sumo, Sampson
Targae, Victoria*
Whymah, Cyrus
Wilson, Fritzgerald
Wleh, Emmanuel
CLASS OF 2021
Abade, Abigail* (BSc Biol)
Bryant, Matthew
Boimah, Albertha
Gbapue, Tus
Koiyan, Beatrice
Kpadeh, Eve
Massaquoi, Alfreda
Matadi, Nancy
Morris, Koiwood
Moore, Emmanuel
Moore, Rachel
Moore, Revelation
Myers, Seasky
Nuahn, Edward
Taylor, Henry
Vincent, Vina
Vonziah, Jacklyn
Yengbe, Mosesline
CLASS OF 2020
Cooper, Francis
Dwanyen, Harold (Dip Electricity)
Fayiah, Tamba*
Garneo, Lorena (BSc Nursing)
Holder, Olivia
Karmah, Elvis
Kollie, Chrystal
Mulbah, Sam Siapha (GradDip Journalism)
Sayway, Princess (BSc Nursing)
Sayway, Vickie
Tokpah, Jeremiah
Zaizay, Jaso (BSc Banking & Finance)
CLASS OF 2019
Fayiah, Siah
Flahn, Abraham (BA Education)
Gargar, Sirleaf
Garjuan, Flasher
Gweh, Uriah (BSS International Relations
Johnson, Henlome
Kunn, Praise
Molon, Joseph
Moore, Quatama (BInfoTech, GradCert Education)
Ninwillay, Joshua
Ninwillay, Todan
Nuahn, Faith
Nyahn, Diamond
Nyahn, Princess
Saie, Emily
Saie, Oliver
Suah, Antoinette (GradDip Beauty Culture)
Swen, Joyce*
Takpor, Joyce
Tokpah, Charles
Tokpah, Hannah
Zolu, Alvin (GradCert Education)
CLass of 2018
Bavogui, Charlotte (BSc Biol)
Biddle, Meshach
Cleon, Webster* (ADMarEng)
Cooper, Chrystal (BInfTech)
Flomo, Jonathan
Goshua, Annie (AD Nursing)
Iledare, Taiye (BAcc)
Johnson, Elijah
Johnson, Hencilla
Kpeyou, Solomon
Molon, Julius (BInfTech)
Moses, Eli (BBusFin)
Nagbe, Richard
Varney, Reuben (Dip Plumbing)
Wolokolie, Benjamin
Zoegar, Clarence (BSc Public Health)
Zor, Rovina
Class of 2017
Doe, Precious (BA Education)
Crawford, Felecia
(AA Public Health)
Dayepaye, Abigail (AD Education)
Farngalo, Quita
Flomo, Paye
Garmondeh, Deborah
Gaye, Kulinvee
Johnson, Monica
Kolleh, Isatta (GradDip Beauty Culture)
McGee, Mastina* (BBA)
Neblett, Ephraim (AD Education, GradDipRefrig)
Saah, Lucinda (BSc Nursing)
Sharpe, Lassandra
Siakor, Silas
Smith, Christian
Wondy, Wendy
Zacdyuu, Terrance (BScMarEng)