Triple Threat

by Laura Breen Galante

The Aysun family has not one, not two, but three reasons to celebrate in May. That’s because Aiden, Brody, and Colin Aysun are all graduating from Oviedo High School this semester, and they’re all valedictorians.

The seniors – triplet brothers who live in Winter Springs – are sharing their school’s highest academic ranking for the Class of 2026.

“We all have the same GPA (grade point average),” says Colin. “It wasn’t really planned, but we took the same classes and everything.”

Although the siblings didn’t set a goal to achieve valedictorian status, they did aim to take classes that challenged them, especially in subjects they enjoy — such as math and science. When all was said and done, the Aysun boys took 14 AP (Advanced Placement) classes and seven dual-enrollment courses, including a few graduation requirements over the summers.

In addition to their classwork, the modest and down-to-earth brothers have stayed involved in extracurricular activities. They participated in the robotics club and founded a programming club at their school. The boys were also recently selected to the 2026 Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Academic All-State Team, which recognizes student athletes who excel in academics and athletics.

“The main thing is we wanted to keep ourselves busy,” says Aiden. “I think that’s the way to go in high school.”

All three are state-ranked distance runners, participating in both track and cross-country. The boys have been runners since middle school.

“We run six days a week,” says Brody. “I would say that was our biggest time commitment in high school. We had a lot of interests, but we didn’t want to do too many things and spread ourselves too thin.”

Their father Uluc Aysun believes running benefited the boys both on and off the track.

“I feel that the sport taught them to be patient and embrace the struggles both athletically and academically,” he says.

Easy as ABC

The Aysun boys aren’t all work and no play, though.

“You’ve got to keep it balanced,” says Aiden, who the brothers agree is the most outgoing of the trio. “If you just work the whole time, you’re getting burned out, you know?” 

The siblings have even been known to have a little mischievous fun by switching places on April Fool’s Day to trick their teachers. And although it can be difficult to tell them apart, there’s an easy-as-ABC way to remember who was born first and last. The triplets were born in the alphabetical order of their names: Aiden first, Brody second, and Colin third.

As for similarities, the boys agree they share a solid work ethic and enjoy a challenge, whether it be academic or athletic.

“We all like that aspect of working hard toward a common goal,” says Colin, whose brothers say he is the hardest working of the three.

Brody, who is a little more reserved, wins his siblings’ vote as the smartest. However, Brody is reluctant to accept that title, saying he simply enjoys deep dives into intellectual pursuits. 

“I’ll try to really understand the math formula or certain programming,” he says. “It’s just a difference in personality.” 

All for One and One for All

It’s clear the Aysun brothers have a strong bond and share an excellent rapport.

“We definitely have each other for support,” says Colin, “and there’s so many other kids on the track and robotics teams who helped challenge us.”

Their parents, who are both economics professors at the University of Central Florida, are over the moon about everything their sons have achieved together.

“I feel very proud knowing that they accomplished this all on their own,” says Uluc. “We don’t understand too much about the classes that they take and the coding and robotics that they do. So we couldn’t help them even if we wanted to. They have always had each other. If one of them is struggling with a subject, he has two tutors right next door.”

Mom Melanie Guldi agrees, saying the boys’ connection helped all three of them become valedictorians.

“Honestly, if we only had one child, they may have gone the distance, but with two others pushing, pulling, and propelling each other, it was the extra boost that got them to the next level,” says Melanie. “We provide them guidance and a stable home, but at the end of the day, this accomplishment is a result of their hard work and dedication.”

The Aysun brothers feel lucky and grateful to have reached the top academic spot at school.

“We have the privilege of chasing our dreams, and our parents gave us that opportunity,” says Aiden. “We are really fortunate.”

The boys are still deciding which university to attend in the fall, but wherever they go, they plan to study mechanical or aerospace engineering. Aiden, Brody, and Colin will take their next step as they have taken all the others: together.