Twin brothers make Sexton High School history as valedictorian and salutatorian

LANSING, Mich — The final bell rang for Sexton High School seniors on Friday as students prepared for graduation celebrations and the next chapter of their lives. But among the Class of 2026, two students are standing out for making school history together.

  • Jah’Reiece and Kah’Reiece Kelso-McKinney say competition, family support, and teamwork helped them succeed.
  • The Sexton High School twins will attend the University of Michigan on full-ride scholarships.
  • School leaders say it is a huge milestone to see twins earn valedictorian and salutatorian honors together.

WATCH: Twin brothers make Sexton High School history as valedictorian and salutatorian

Twin brothers Jah’Reiece and Kah’Reiece Kelso-McKinney were named Sexton High School’s valedictorian and salutatorian, an achievement school leaders say they have never witnessed before.

“I’m the oldest, I’m the oldest,” Kah’Reiece joked, describing the competitive dynamic that has existed between the brothers for years…

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