Kamille Mendoza
By Joan Frances | Photos by Andrew Chan –
Built in 1949, Lamar Consolidated High School in Lamar Consolidated Independent School District is one of the oldest schools in the area. The school’s administration and staff provide students “an educational foundation that will enhance the students’ opportunities of becoming productive citizens of our global society.” One 2015 graduate who has achieved academic excellence and is a talented team leader is Kamille Mendoza.
Kamille is a solid student. She took Advanced Placement classes and is particularly formidable in spelling and vocabulary. She participated in the University Interscholastic League (UIL) competition as a freshman and placed fifth individually and first with her team. As a sophomore, Kamille placed third individually and first with her team. During her junior year, her team won first place again at the UIL competition. Kamille also placed first in the Texas Academic Decathlon Regional for Honors Essay Writing as a sophomore.
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One quote that Kamille lives by is, “Don’t whine. Just act.” She said, “This quote constantly reminds me that whenever I run into situations, simple or complex, I cannot let myself sit and complain about the circumstance but must actually do something about it. Sitting and whining would not help anything at all, and the only thing that will change the outcome is if I stand up and act on it. Senior year was the year I realized that I am the only individual who can help make the best for my future. As long as I make good decisions and stay away from the negativity, I can accomplish anything I put myself into.”
Since sophomore year, Kamille has been in the choir. “Commitment and responsibility are the key objectives to being part of chorale. I help others develop commitment and responsibility by setting an example of what I do and constantly reminding my peers to show up and be on time for the practices and concerts. Leadership and teamwork are must-haves in being part of choir, especially in the UIL contest for my choir peers. We need to constantly work as a team in order to be the best choir we can be.”
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Kamille was the student council representative for her sophomore, junior and senior class and varsity choir librarian as a senior. The one thing Kamille treasures most about her high school experience is the memories, particularly as a member of the choir. “Learning and performing pieces of art for audiences made me learn to appreciate the value of music.”
Outside of school, Kamille is generous with her time by helping other people. “Volunteering for Special Olympics is another memory that I appreciate from my high school experience. Seeing special kids smile because they accomplished a simple race gives me a warm feeling on the inside. My high school experience was definitely one-of-a-kind, and the memories I made are the ones I will treasure for a long time.”
This past summer, Kamille was a leader of the All Things Girl Camp at Sacred Heart Church in Rosenberg. She also helped at Lamar Consolidated Leo’s Club, spending over 15 hours at senior citizens’ homes to play bingo.
This fall, Kamille will attend the University of Houston Main Campus to major in Nursing. Congratulations Kamille on your talent and generous nature, and good luck as you move into your future.