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May 18, 2026 — At Wheeler High School, hundreds of students are eagerly awaiting graduation day and the exciting next chapter that will soon begin.
For Willma Tchouamou Mbague, putting on her cap and gown will feel a little sweeter after her time in high school was filled with ups and downs.
Before coming to Cobb, Willma was in Boston with her family when they experienced the pain of losing loved ones. So, they decided to start fresh and moved to Cobb County.
"It's going to mean a lot because I've been through a lot, and I've moved states actually before I came here. So, it's a big accomplishment, especially for me and my family," said Willma.
While balancing grief and her schoolwork, Willma has found the time to be a part of the Wheeler track team. She is also a violinist in the school's orchestra, SkillsUSA, the French Honor Society, the student government, and the AVID program.
"I will feel like I did it, specifically for my grandma as well. She passed away from cancer a few years ago, so it means a lot to me because she told me to keep going for her because she never had this opportunity," said Willma.
Willma will attend Spelman College in the Fall and plans to earn a degree in risk management and insurance.
