Since 1958 Joliet Central High School has selected two high school seniors to represent the school as Mr. and Miss J.

With a rigorous selection process, students who have maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.5 throughout their high school career are rated based on character and school involvement by Central staff to determine the top ten male and female finalists.  From there, finalists participate in an interview process where staff and community leaders serve on a panel that rates each student based on personality, poise, activities, and service to the school and community.

Mr. and Miss J, along with runners up and finalists, were announced during a small socially distanced ceremony in the Central Auditorium on April 21, 2021.  View Photos

At the event, Zachary Hamidi was named Mr. J 2021, and Christine Butler was named Miss J 2021. 

The achievements of this year’s Mr. and Miss J are extensive.  Zachary has been active in the choir program at Central as a member of the Steeltones and Madrigals, and has played a leading role in several of musical productions.  He served as president of the choir program, and participated as a member of the Tennis Team, Math Team, Presidents Club, Human Relations Club, and National Honor Society. Zachary plans to attend Joliet Junior College and pursue a degree in Computer Science.  Miss J, Christine Butler, has been a member of the softball, volleyball and bowling teams. She also participated in Freshman Class Committee and has been a member of the Steelmen Athletic Leadership Team. Christine plans to earn a bachelor’s degree in biology at Newberry College, then attend graduate school to become a pharmacist.

Mr. J 1st Runner for 2021 is Edward Fiegel, and 2nd Runner Up is Keonte’ Lindsey.  Miss J 1st Runner up is Aileen Gonzalez and 2nd Runner Up is Mackenzie Lange.

Mr. J. 2021 finalists are Alexis Aguirre, Neriah Ayivor, Daniel Carter, Jason Dworak, Edward Fiegel, Zachary Hamidi, William Hansen, Keonte’ Lindsey, and Adam Monte. Miss J 2021 finalists are Mayte Aguirre, Christine Butler, Quetzalli Garcia, Aileen Gonzalez, Grace Hallihan, Skylar Hauert, R’Shawna Jones, Mackenzie Lange, Xenia Martin del Campo, and Casie Walsh. 

All participant received a gift card and certificates of achievement from the Illinois House of Representatives.  In addition, Mr. and Miss J 2021 will be featured on large banners displayed in the Central Cafeteria.  Each and every runner up and finalist is to be commended for their achievements and contributions to our school and community.  Congratulations to these talented and hardworking students.