Meet Beth Allison

By Joan Frances | Photos by Anna Robertson –  Beth Allison graduated from George Ranch High School this past May, the first class to complete all four years at this new school. Unlike many students right out of high school, Beth knows exactly what her future will be thanks to the encouragement of her...

Meredith Hopkins: Passion and Drive = Success

By Joan Frances – Today’s youth have so many opportunities to experience  life in many different ways. Technology has advanced the learning process with computer use taught before writing. Children of tomorrow are way ahead in learning about life and people than 10 years ago. One highly valuable...

Kristofer Wright: On the Right Track

By Linda K. Eaves – Kristofer Wright, 2013 graduate of Needville High School, received the Fighting Heart athletic award at the annual sports banquet. The award goes to the athlete who shows the most heart – someone who refuses to give up in difficult times.   The expression on Kristofer’s face...

Alyssa Eaves: Science, Service and the Performing Arts

By Linda K. Eaves –  Alyssa Eaves, valedictorian of Foster High School’s Class of 2013, was named a National Merit Finalist and received a College-Sponsored Merit Scholarship to Texas A&M University.  In her junior year, she won the Bausch & Lomb Science award for academic excellence in...

Patti Fennesy: A Love of Nature

By Linda K. Eaves –  Patti Fennesy, an incoming senior at Foster High School, recently earned the Gold Award, the Girl Scouts’ highest honor. For her project, she worked to revitalize the landscaping at Austin Elementary School. “I wanted something that would benefit the whole community, and the...

Lexi Fatheree: Success on the Court

By Linda K. Eaves – Foster High school senior Lexi Fatheree was recently nominated for the 2013 McDonald’s Girl All-American Game, which will be played on April 3rd at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. This year, 340 of the top high school girl basketball players in the nation made the list of...

Angie Gonzalez: The Art of Time Management

Cavalry Episcopal senior Angie Gonzalez has perfected the art of time management as she combines school work and activities, community volunteer work, and a 30-40 hour per week job to help pay for college.  Starting in her junior year, Angie has worked 30 to 40 hours per week at the Greatwood Chick-fil-A to...

Joshua Okonye: Field of Dreams

Joshua never thought the football field would make all of his dreams come true, but with his determination and perseverance, Joshua’s dream of playing college football is now a reality. Throughout his high school career, Joshua has improved his football skills while excelling in school. Joshua is an honors...

La’Darius Harris: Mr. Cheer

By Lauren Dante Rah rah for La’Darious Harris! La’Darius is a spirited junior at Lamar Consolidated High School. As the only male on the cheerleading squad, La’Darius is not afraid to follow his dreams and break any barriers that he comes across with a positive attitude. He brings not only spirit but...

Julia Riley: Helpful Heart and Merit-Minded

A senior at Needville High School, Julia Riley is a standout student.  As one of the only National Merit Semifinalists from Needville High School, Julia is a unique and talented young lady.  In addition to her academic achievements, Julia has been actively involved in Girl Scouts, church, choir, Spanish...