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2012 Graduate

  • Kayla Newmann - McLennan Community College
    Kayla Newmann - McLennan Community College

    Kayla, a 2010 Mart High graduate, completed an Associate's Degree in Nursing from MCC in 2012. She continued her education and is now a Registered Nurse employed by Providence Healthcare Network.

2014 Graduates

  • Armando Contreras - Texas A&M
    Armando Contreras - Texas A&M

    Armando, a 2010 University High graduate, earned a bachelor's degree in Industrial Distribution from Texas A&M University in December 2014. A Quality Engineer, Armando has been employed by Lockheed Martin since graduation.

  • Yuridia Balderas Sais - McLennan Community College
    Yuridia Balderas Sais - McLennan Community College

    Yuridia, a 2011 Connally High grad, completed the Associate's Degree in Nursing from MCC in 2014. Upon graduation, she was hired by Providence Healthcare Network, returned to school (and is now a Registered Nurse,) and married.

2015 Graduates

  • Arnold Martinez - Texas Wesleyan University
    Arnold Martinez - Texas Wesleyan University

    Arnold, a 2011 University High graduate, completed a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from Texas Wesleyan University in May 2015. Shortly thereafter, Arnold enlisted in the United States Navy and is now a Navy Flight Officer.

  • Bri'tany Brown - McLennan Community College
    Bri'tany Brown - McLennan Community College

    Bri'tany, a 2012 LaVega High graduate, completed the Associate of Arts Degree with an emphasis in Business through MCC in 2015.

    She is pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Economics and Finance from Tarleton State University.

  • Carol Carter - UT Arlington
    Carol Carter - UT Arlington

    Carol, a 2010 AJ Moore Academy graduate, completed a Bachelor of Social Work degree in May 2015 through the University of Texas-Austin.

    She is employed as a Student Analyst for Positive Behavior Supports Corporation in Arlington, Texas.

  • Danielle Richter - Texas A&M
    Danielle Richter - Texas A&M

    Danielle, a 2011 Connally High graduate, completed the Bachelor's Degree in Meteorology through Texas A&M in December 2015. Shortly thereafter, she continued her education and earned a teaching certificate.

    Danielle teaches at the high school level for Hitchcock, ISD.

  • Ethan Deike - Sam Houston State University
    Ethan Deike - Sam Houston State University

    Ethan, a 2011 Mart High graduate, completed a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology through Sam Houston State University in 2015.

    Ethan is Project Manager for Big Bear Roofing & Construction Company in Waco, TX and a frequent spokesman for the Foundation.

  • Giuliana Huffman - Tarleton State University
    Giuliana Huffman - Tarleton State University

    Giuliana, a 2012 Waco High graduate, completed a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology through Tarleton State University (and MCC's University Center) in 2015.

    Giuliana works in the healthcare industry in San Antonio, Texas.

  • Hunter Dawson - San Jacinto College
    Hunter Dawson - San Jacinto College

    Hunter, a 2012 Mart High graduate, completed the Associate's Degree in Process Technology through San Jacinto Junior College - North Campus in 2015.

    Hunter lives in his hometown and works for LyondellBassell Industries in the Houston-Bayport area.

  • Jennifer Prnka - McLennan Community College
    Jennifer Prnka - McLennan Community College

    Jennifer, a 2014 West High graduate, completed the Associate's Degree in Nursing through MCC in 2015, and the Bachelor's Degree in Nursing through Texas A&M in 2017.

    Jennifer is a Registered Nurse and works for Baylor Scott & White Healthcare in Temple, Texas.

  • Josue Martinez - UT Arlington
    Josue Martinez - UT Arlington

    Josue, a 2010 Waco High graduate, completed the Bachelor's Degree in Advertising at the University of Texas - Arlington in December 2015.

  • Rosalva Medina - McLennan Community College
    Rosalva Medina - McLennan Community College

    Rosalva, a 2011 Waco High graduate, completed McLennan Community College's Associate Nursing Degree program in 2015. She is currently enrolled in Tarleton State University's Nursing Program where she will graduate with a bachelor's degree.

    Rosalva is a Registered Nurse and works for Providence Healthcare Network.

2016 Graduates

  • Anthony Billings, Jr. - McLennan Community College
    Anthony Billings, Jr. - McLennan Community College

    Anthony, a 2011 AJ Moore Academy graduate, received an Associate of Applied Science in Music degree at MCC in 2016.

  • Antonio Cruz - UT Austin
    Antonio Cruz - UT Austin

    Antonio, a 2012 University High graduate, earned a Bachelor's Degree in Education through UT-Austin in May 2016.

    Antonio is a Bilingual teacher and works for San Antonio ISD.

  • Vincent Thomas - Texas State Technical College
    Vincent Thomas - Texas State Technical College

    Vincent, a 2015 Connally High graduate, completed the Associate of Applied Science Degree program in Visual Communication Technology through TSTC-Waco in 2016.

    A freelance graphic artist, Vincent is currently enrolled at St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas with plans to earn a bachelor's degree.

  • Krista Barnum - University of Texas - Austin
    Krista Barnum - University of Texas - Austin

    Krista, a 2013 Moody High graduate, earned a Bachelor's Degree in Archeology through UT-Austin in May 2016.

  • Hannah Burgess - MCC
    Hannah Burgess - MCC

    Hannah, a 2014 Moody High graduate, earned an Associate's Degree in Psychology at MCC in 2016.

    Hannah attends Tarleton State University, through the University Center, and will complete a Bachelor's degree very soon.

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