Marching Falcon Band Honors Alumna Adrianna Sawyer for Academic Excellence and Leadership in Healthcare

Marching Falcon Band Honors Alumna Adrianna Sawyer for Academic Excellence and Leadership in Healthcare

Darlington, SC — The Darlington High School Marching Falcon Band proudly celebrates Adrianna Sawyer, a member of the Class of 2016 and one of the foundational leaders who helped shape the program’s early success. Adrianna served as a flag girl and flag captain under the leadership of Dr. Brendan L. Johnson, Director of Bands, and was a key figure in the band’s achievement of its first-ever superior rating in marching band performance.

Adrianna was not only known for her discipline and grace on the field but also for her strong academic focus. In the fall of 2016, she attended Lander University, earning multiple academic scholarships and graduating in 2019 with a degree in Health Care Management. Continuing her pursuit of excellence, she later earned a Master’s degree in Health Care Administration and a Master's degree in Human Resources from Webster University.

Adrianna is now a rising leader in the healthcare field, using her talents and education to serve communities and make a lasting impact behind the scenes of patient care.

“Adrianna Sawyer was my very first student and the kind of person who helped lay the foundation for what the Marching Falcon Band has become today,” said Dr. Brendan L. Johnson. “She led with poise, pride, and purpose. Watc

hing her grow from a passionate student leader into a professional in healthcare has been one of the greatest joys of my career.”

The Darlington High School Marching Falcon Band proudly recognizes Adrianna Sawyer for her trailblazing spirit, academic excellence, and continued commitment to service and leadership in the healthcare industry.