Meet Our Returning Scholars
2015 Scholars
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Shayla Smith - Gholson High School Graduate
Shayla is a first-generation college student, attending McLennan Community College, and pursuing a Nursing degree.
The 2015 Salutatorian of Gholson High School, Shayla was involved in National Honor Society, was a teacher's aide and also volunteered for her church.
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Vanessa Hernandez - Harmony High School Graduate
Vanessa is a freshman at The University of Texas at San Antonio where she is majoring in Biology.
A 2015 graduate of Harmony High School, Vanessa was involved in Robotics, National Honor Society, and Student Council. She also volunteered at Providence Hospital, the Mayborn Museum and was actively involved in her church.
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Rebecca Rusu - LaVega High School Graduate
Rebecca attends Texas A&M where she is majoring in Political Science.
The 2015 Valedictorian of La Vega High School, Rebecca was involved in Student Council, National Honor Society and Class Council. She also participated in Soccer, Cross Country, and was a member of the Marching Band.
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Brooke Gerik - Mart High School Graduate
Brooke attends McLennan Community College where she is majoring in Business Marketing.
A 2015 graduate of Mart High School, Brooke was involved in National Honor Society, Cross Country, served as an FFA Officer, participated in Ag Boosters and volunteered at her church.
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Stefani Jimenez - McGregor High School Graduate
Stefani is a first-generation college student attending Baylor University majoring in Health Science Studies.
A 2015 graduate of McGregor High School, Stefani was involved in Student Council, Band, Volleyball, Tennis, Basketball, Link Crew, i Help, and UIL. She was also an active volunteer at the local food pantry and Relay for Life.
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Brett Ramsey - Moody High School Graduate
Brett attends Texas A&M where he is majoring in Chemical Engineering. He is the first in his family to attend a four year university.
The 2015 Valedictorian of Moody High School, Brett was involved in Science Olympics, Robotics, Upward Bound, Baylor Physics Bowl, and National Honor Society. He also participated in UIL Academics and was an Academic Achiever.
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Hope Ward - Paul and Jane Meyer High School Graduate
Hope attends McLennan Community College where she is completing the Occupational Therapy Program.
A 2015 graduate of Rapoport High School, Hope was involved in Teen Leadership Waco, Key Club International, Occupational Therapy Student Association and Student Government Council.
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Aman Meerza - University High School Graduate
Aman attends the University of Texas at Austin where he is majoring in Civil Engineering.
A 2015 graduate of University High School, Aman was involved in Science Olympics, Robotics, Upward Bound, Baylor Physics Bowl and National Honor Society. He also participated in UIL Academics and was an Academic Achiever.
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Dylan Mathews - Valley Mills High School Graduate
Dylan attends the University of Texas at San Antonio where he is majoring in Physical Therapy.
A 2015 graduate of Valley Mills High School, he was involved in Baseball, Football, Student Council, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and National Honor Society.
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Holly Arriaga - Waco High School Graduate
Holly is attending McLennan Community College where she is majoring in Criminal Justice.
A 2015 graduate of Waco High School, she was involved in Interact Club, UIL Academics, National Honor Society, Academic Achievers, Mock Trial, Band, and Theater.
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Brooke Browder - West High School Graduate
Brooke is attending McLennan Community College where she is pursuing a Nursing degree.
A 2015 graduate of West High School, she was involved in Volleyball, Basketball, Cheer, Fellowship for Christian Athletes and West Future Business Leaders of America.
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Vincent Thomas - Connally High School Graduate
Vincent Thomas graduated from Connally High School, where he ran track and is a talented artist. He attends TSTC.
2014 Scholars
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Maria Perez - Connally High School Graduate
Maria took advanced placement classes in Physics and Spanish. She also assisted students in the Connally Junior High School Mathalon by helping students with their math home work. Maria will attend McLennan Community College.
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Haley Smith - LaVega High School Graduate
Haley took dual credit classes in English and Economics. She was also involved in basketball, softball, volleyball, National Honor Society and band. Haley will attend Tarleton State University.
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Jaclyn Anderson - Mart High School Graduate
Jaclyn took dual credit and advanced placement classes in Economics, English, and Calculus. She was also involved with cheerleading, student government, National Honor Society and FCCLA. Jaclyn will be attending Sam Houston State University.
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Kaci Thane - McGregor High School Graduate
Kaci took dual credit and advanced placement classes in Calculus, Anatomy and Physiology, and Economics. She participated in volleyball, band, tennis and various UIL events including number sense and math. Kaci will be attending Texas A&M University and major in Business.
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Hannah Burgess - Moody High School Graduate
Hannah was involved in One Act Play, UIL, and a Class Officer. She took dual credit classes in Trigonometry, American Government and Economics. Hannah will attend McLennan Community College.
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Cade Kegerreis - Paul and Jane Meyer High School Graduate
Cade took dual credit classes in Chemistry, Sociology and U.S. History. He was also involved with basketball, cross country and National Honor Society. Cade will be attending Baylor University.
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Jessica Velasquez - University High School Graduate
Jessica was involved with student council, National Honor Society and Relay for Life. She took dual credit classes in Government, U.S. History and English. She will attend McLennan Community College.
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Diego Loredo - University High School (AJ Moore Academy)
Diego was involved in the Robotics Club, golf, yearbook and the National Honor Society. He also took dual credit classes in U.S. Government, Biology, and English. Diego will be attending the University of North Texas.
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Gage Hodges - Valley Mills High School Graduate
Gage was involved with the National Honor Society, Baseball, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He took dual credit classes in U.S. History, Psychology and Calculus. Gage will attend Tarleton State University.
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Keiondria Harris - Waco High School Graduate
Keiondria took dual credit classes in U.S. and World History, Biology and Economics. She also was involved with volleyball, track, student council, and was a Safe School Ambassador. She will be attending McLennan Community College.
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Jennifer Prnka - West High School Graduate
Jennifer received her Associate's Degree in Nursing in 2015 from McLennan Community College. She is continuing her education at Texas A&M pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
2013 Scholars
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Yesenia Lares-Martinez - AJ Moore Academy Graduate
Yesenia took advanced placement classes in Physics, Calculus and Biology. She was also involved with the student leadership council and volunteered at the Family Abuse Center and Lake Shore Village Nursing Home. Yesenia attends the University of Texas at Austin.
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Jesus Tonche Ochoa - Connally High School Graduate
Jesus took dual credit classes in U.S. Government, U.S. History and an Advanced Placement class in Biology. Jesus was also involved in UIL Cross Examination Debate; power lifting, Key Club and soccer. Jesus attends Texas A&M University studying computer engineering.
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DasJaevian Dixon - LaVega High School Graduate
DasJaevinan took dual credit classes in Trigonometry, U.S. Government, and Macroeconomics. He also volunteered for Carter Blood Care, Muscular Dystrophy Association, March of Dimes and the KWTX Food for Families drive. DasJaevian attends the University of North Texas.
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Daniel Kunkel - Mart High School Graduate
Daniel took dual credit classes in U.S. Government, English and Economics. He was involved with the UIL district science team, golf, band and various FFA judging teams. He also served at several Veterans' Day ceremonies. Daniel attends the University of Incarnate Word to study pharmacy.
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ChiAnne Castro - Meyer High School Graduate
ChiAnne took dual credit classes in Chemistry, History, Biology and many others. She was also involved with the National Honor Society, volleyball, Young Life and Key Club. ChiAnne attends Texas State University studying Physical Therapy.
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Miguel Diaz - University High School Graduate
Miguel took advanced placement classes in world History, Physics, and Calculus. He was also involved with the Academic Decathlon, National Honor Society and cross country. Miguel attends McLennan Community College
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Fred Roberts - Waco High School Graduate
Fred took advanced placement classes in World History, Economics and Biology. He is an Eagle Scout and participated in Texas History Day and the Heart of Texas Regional History Fair. He also attended several academic summer camps. Fred attends the University of Texas at Austin.
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Ashton Uptmor - West High School Graduate
Ashton took dual credit classes in Spanish, Psychology, History and Calculus. She participated in Junior Historians, cheerleading and the National Honor Society. Ashton attends Blinn College and seeks to enter into their Physical Therapy Assistant Program.
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Scott Tucker - McGregor High School Graduate
Scott Tucker graduated from McGregor High School, where he was captain of the football team and named All-State. He also was a member of National Honor Society and Student Council. He attends MCC.
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Krista Barnum - Moody High School Graduate
Krista Barnum was valedictorian of her graduating class. She played softball and volleyball and performed in the concert band. She attends the University of Texas at Austin.
2012 Scholars
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Ashley Dimas - A.J. Moore Academy Graduate
Ashley is a 2012 graduate of the A.J. Moore Academy. Ashley took dual credit classes in Computer Information Systems, World History, and Principles of Technology. She was also involved with JROTC Color Guard, National Honor Society and Key Club. Ashley is attending McLennan Community College and majoring in Education.
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Robbie Johnson - Connally High School Graduate
Robbie is a 2012 graduate of Connally High School. Robbie took honors classes in English, Biology, and Chemistry. She was also involved with Debate and served as a class officer, trainer and Heart of Texas Fair and Rodeo Sweetheart. She is attending the University of Texas at Arlington and majoring in Pre-medicine.
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Bri'tany Brown - La Vega High School Graduate
Bri'tany received her Associate's of Arts Degree from McLennan Community College with an emphasis in Business in 2015. She plans on continuing her education to pursue a bachelor's degree.
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Antonio Cruz -- University High School Graduate
Antonio Cruz graduated from University High School and attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he majored in Bilingual Education. In high school, he was involved with the Trojan Poetry and Art Club, serving as president his senior year.
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Hunter Dawson - Mart High School Graduate
Hunter Dawson graduated from Mart High School. He attends Tarleton State University. In high school, Hunter played football, basketball and baseball and was an officer in National Honor Society.
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Preston Baize - Mart High School Graduate
Preston Baize graduated from Mart High School and attends MCC. In high school he was involved in FFA, winning the state dairy cattle competition as a freshman.
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Giuliana Huffman - Waco High School Graduate
Giuliana Huffman graduated from Waco High School, where she was involved in Varsity Choir, Communities in Schools, Student Council and Interact Club. She attends MCC.
2011 Scholars
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Anthony - A.J. Moore Academy Graduate
Anthony is a 2016 graduate of McLennan Community College who holds an Associate's Degree with an emphasis in music. He is continuing his education at Baylor University pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Music.
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Rosalva - Waco High School Graduate
Rosalva received her Associate's Degree in Nursing in 2015 from McLennan Community College. She plans on furthering her nursing education.
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Arnold Martinez - University High School
Arnold Martinez graduated from University High School, where he played varsity football and varsity soccer and ran cross country. He is a 4-year volunteer with Toys for Tots and Meals on Wheels. Arnold attends Texas Wesleyan University.
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Natasha Dickson - La Vega High School
Natasha Dickson graduated from La Vega High School, where she was cheer leader captain, ran track and cross country and was trombone section leader in the band. She attends the University of Mary Hardin Baylor.
2010 Scholars
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We are proud to announce that all of our 2010 scholars have graduated! Please check out our "Meet Our Graduates" page for more information.
~Armando Contreras
~Carol Carter
~Josue Martinez
~Kayla Newmann