Rising Stars Alumni

Meet our growing list of Sunny 95 Rising Star Alumni honorees. These are central Ohio’s Rising Stars – kids who we recognized for serving their communities in fun & creative ways, and who have accomplished GREAT things while volunteering or working in clubs or organizations while they’re still just KIDS!

Reese Philipsen

At the age of 15, Reese Philipsen is incredibly gifted in music and graphic design.  In the spring of 2021 […]

Landry Lee

Landry Lee is a senior at Hilliard Darby High School and has served as Class President for all four years […]

Ashley Welsheimer

Ashley Welsheimer is a junior at Marburn Academy and has a heart for people and animals.  Ashley serves during the […]

Varsha Banumukkala

Ever since she was in the eighth grade, Varsha Banumukkala has been passionate about volunteering throughout her community.  She began […]

Kaylin and Gavin Hammond

Kaylin and Gavin Hammond might be young, but they are mighty!  Kaylin is in the third grade and Gavin is […]

Megan McKinney

Megan McKinney is a straight-A student, holds two jobs, plays sports, is a musician in the school orchestra, and volunteers […]

Preston Freeman II

Preston Freeman II is an amazing and impressive example of what a person can be and achieve with a strong […]

Rachel Malek

Rachel Malek is not only a Rising Star but a National Honor Society Member, GRIT award winner for integrity, and […]

Ethan Rozen

As a part of Ethan’s Bar Mitzvah, he came up with a community project to bring awareness to an anti-bullying […]

Sofia Mendoza

Sofia Mendoza is highly motivated, extremely responsible, and has a genuine care for others. She engages in the community through […]