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othman hacker Texas High School Names 2010 Honor Graduates holley anderson castillo Jameson hill Bledsoe lewis mccann miller Quinnelly reeves VALEDICTORIAN SALUTATORIAN trapp waddles SUMMA CUM LAUDE Texarkana Gazette’s policy is to publish information about the top ten graduates from area schools. Since Texas High School uses the Cum Laude System for ranking graduates and in an effort to recognize all Honor Graduate students, TISD compensates the Texarkana Gazette (as paid advertising) for the additional column inches used to present the additional Honor Graduate students. On May 29, 2010, Texas High School proudly graduated 308 students who had earned scholarship offers totaling $11,309,044.08. Texarkana Independent School District honors the district’s graduating seniors who have achieved superior academic performance through the Cum Laude System. Under this system, students earning a high grade point average can place in one of three categories at graduation: Summa Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude and Cum Laude. Students, in effect, are competing against a pre-established academic standard of excellence rather than against their peers. With the Cum Laude System, the District is able to recognize all deserving students for academic excellence upon graduation. Texas High School recognizes as Honor Graduates those students with weighted grade point averages at or above specific benchmarks. e weighted grade point system applies a weighted factor to the grade earned by the student in the class. Higher weighting factors are applied to advance placement courses, dual credit courses and pre-advanced placement courses. Summa Cum Laude recognizes those students with a weighted average of 155.0 or higher which is the equivalent of a 97.6 or higher average in standard courses and an 87.4 or higher average in Pre-AP or AP courses, or a combination of the two. Magna Cum Laude recognizes those students with a weighted average of 150.0 or higher which is the equivalent of a 95.9 or higher average in standard courses and an 85.8 or higher average in Pre-AP or AP courses, or a combination of the two. Cum Laude graduates must maintain a weighted average of 143.0 points which is equivalent to an average of 90 in standard courses. VALEDICTORIAN Christian Blake Hacker has been named Valedictorian of the 2010 graduating class of Texas High School. He is the son of Linda and David Hacker. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. Christian was named an All-State Academic Excellence Finalist by the Texas Association of Secondary Principals and voted Most Scholarly by his classmates. Christian was named the Awards of Excellence recipient in English and received Academic Awards in English I & II Pre-AP, English III AP, Geometry Pre-AP, World Geography Pre-AP, Introduction to Media Technology, Algebra II Pre-AP, Chemistry I Pre-AP, World History Pre-AP, Multimedia Technology, U.S. History AP, Pre-Calculus DC, Physics Pre-AP and AP, Biology II AP, Chemistry II AP and BCIS DC. During his Junior and Senior years, he completed a total of five Independent Research Projects. He was a four-year member of the Texas High Marching and Concert Bands where he was named a four-time member of the All-Region Jazz Band, member of the Freshman All-Region Symphonic Band and member of the High School All-Region Symphonic Band. Christian was a four- year member of University Interscholastic League State Solo & Ensemble Band where he was named a Division I Soloist and was a three-year member of the High School All-Region Wind Ensemble and the All- Area High School Band. He is a three-year recipient of the Outstanding Bandsman title, received placement in the Four States Bandmasters Honor Band during his Junior and Senior years and was named Outstanding Male Jazz Musician for the Henderson State University Band Camp. Christian was a member of the Calculus Club, Science Club, Texarkana Community Band and UIL Academic Team in Ready Writing and Science earning six medals and competing on the State level. He participated in PALS (Players and Listeners), a new student organization that provides musical performances at retirement homes throughout the community. rough his involvement in TigerVision, Christian received the Bronze Medal from the National School Tube competition for his documentary “A Community Voice” highlighting the Domtar paper recycling program. As a medal winner, he attended the United Nations International Youth Summit to be part of a week-long conference with other student representatives focused on environmental awareness advocacy and community service towards parks and neighborhoods. Christian received Honorable Mention in the C-SPAN Video Competition for his documentary “STEM Education: Bridging the Gap” which discusses the shortage of engineers in the U.S. in comparison with other leading nations and how the STEM program at TISD is working to address the problem in our area. He is currently working on a video project, ‘Voices of the Veterans,” which is a documentary series that chronicles World War II through the experiences of servicemen and women living in Texarkana. It will be completed this summer and will be donated to the Texarkana Museum of Regional History for use in their educational programs. Christian is a member of Heritage Baptist Church and participated in a Project Serve Mission Trip to Monterrey, Mexico assisting in the construction of a school and church for low-income areas of the city. He was offered the Tulane University Distinguished Scholar Scholarship, Baylor University President’s Gold Scholarship, Houston Baptist University Founder’s Scholarship, Louisiana Tech University Presidential Scholarship, University of Arkansas Chancellor’s Scholarship and the Southern Arkansas University Presidential Scholarship. Christian accepted an academic scholarship from Rice University where he will attend, majoring in Nanotechnology/ Physics and Creative Writing. He will participate in the Baker Institute of Public Policy, the Student Television Station and the Jazz Ensemble. SALUTATORIAN Gulden Othman, the Salutatorian of the 2010 graduating class of Texas High School, is the daughter of Maria and Salam Othman. She is a Texas Scholar, University Interscholastic League Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of National Honor Society and National Society of High School Scholars. She received Academic Awards in Biology I Pre-AP, World Geography Pre-AP, Chemistry II AP, English I Pre-AP, Pre-Calculus Pre-AP, Calculus AP, Piano II, Statistics AP, English III & IV AP, Direct Current Technology DC and Astronomy. She was an Award of Excellence recipient in Foreign Language and Mathematics. Gulden is a graduate of Leadership Texarkana Today’s Youth Tomorrow’s Leaders and was active in Calculus Club, Science Club, Music eory Club, International Club, Statistics Club and University Interscholastic League Academic Team for Mathematics and Science. She was named a KTAL Student of the Week and received the Character First Award for Perseverance. Gulden was offered an academic scholarship from University of NorthTexas. She will attend the Honors College at University of Houston pursuing a degree in Physics. Gulden will be involved in the University of Houston Symphonic Band, Honors Jazz Band, Muslim Student Association and Intramural Soccer Club. Additionally, she plans on interning with NASA and the Museum of Natural Sciences in order to participate in Physics and Astronomy projects that will help further her dedication to earning a Doctorate in Astrophysics. SUMMA CUM LAUDE GRADUATES Carl Sumner Anderson III is the son of Lisa and Carl Anderson. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists and National Honor Society, serving as Parliamentarian. He was named to the National Society of High School Scholars, National Honor Roll and received Academic Awards in Geometry Pre-AP, English I Pre-AP, Art I, Communications Applications, Chemistry AP and Psychology AP. Sumner was a member of International Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, First Priority, Revolutionary Prayer Movement, Key Club, Psychology Club, Calculus Club and played Guard for the Texas Tigers Freshman Basketball Team. He served as President for the Art Club, Secretary and Public Relations Chairman for the Young Republicans, Student Council Representative and was named a Character First Award Recipient for Honesty. He was Entertainment Editor and Managing Editor for the Tiger Times newspaper and received Tops in Texas for Presidential Caricatures and Honorable Mention for Newspaper Art from Interscholastic League Press Conference. Sumner earned Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Awards for Second Place in Comic Cartoons, ird Place in Illustration Portfolio and Commended Merit in Editorial Cartoon, Cartoon Portfolio and Presidential Caricatures. Sumner participated in the Foreign Language Festival earning First Place in Culture Quiz Bowl, Second Place in Spanish II Culture Test and ird Place in Poetry. He was the recipient of two Visual Art Scholastic Event Superior Ratings and received awards in Ready Writing, Editorial Writing and Javascript from the University Interscholastic League. He is an active member of County Avenue Baptist Church where he teaches the youth group and participates in the choir. Sumner is a graduate of Leadership Texarkana Today’s Youth Tomorrow’s Leaders and participated in the Harvard/ MIT Academic Leadership Conference and 2009 Presidential Inauguration for People To People, the Leadership Conference at Stanford University for LeadAmerica and the Baylor University Christian Leadership Institute. He has volunteered his time with Leadership Texarkana TYTL program, Texarkana College Kid’s College, Special Olympics and is a facilitator for the John G. Sheppard Leadership Institute. Sumner was offered the Baylor University Presidential Gold and Invitation to Excellence Scholarships, University of South Carolina Capstone Scholars Scholarship, Tulane University Distinguished Scholar Scholarship and the University of Arkansas Honors Program Scholarship and academic scholarships from Baylor University, Allgheny College, Chestnut Hill College, Barry University, Lyon College, Boston College, University of Missouri – Columbia, University of Southern California, Southern Wesleyan University, King’s College, Houston Baptist University, Dallas Baptist University, Southern Methodist University, University of Arkansas – Fayetteville and a military scholarship from United States National Guard. He accepted the Academic Distinction Excellence Scholarship from University of Texas at Dallas where he will attend as a member of the Collegium V Honors Program, majoring in Graphic Design and Neuroscience. Stephanie Grace Bledsoe is the daughter of Marti and Steve Bledsoe. She is a Texas Scholar, University Interscholastic League Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists and served as Secretary for National Honor Society. She received Academic Awards in Yearbook, I, II and II, Textile & Apparel, English I Pre-AP, Geometry Pre-AP, Show Choir I, U.S. Governmentand Politics AP. Stephanie was a three-year member of the Lady Tigers Varsity Softball Team and served as Editor-in-Chief for the Tiger Yearbook. She was a two-year member of THS Leadership and a four-year member of Student Council, serving as Class Representative. Stephanie was President of Rosebud Junior Garden Club, Vice President of Students Against Destructive Decisions and member of the Statistics Club. She is a recipient of the Character First Award for Citizenship, President’sVolunteer Service Award and was a nominee for the TISD Partners In Education Award for Outstanding Student/Group. Stephanie is a graduate of the Leadership Texarkana Today’s Youth Tomorrow’s Leaders and volunteers her time to Runnin’ WJ Ranch, Tuesdays withTigers, Randy Sams Shelter, Make A Difference Day, Holidays at Highland Park and Special Olympics. She is a member of Williams Memorial United Methodist Church where she teaches Sunday School and volunteers for Vacation Bible School. Stephanie will attend Texas A&M University – College Station, majoring in Food Science and Nutrition. Ryan Castillo is the son of Kathy and Joe Castillo. He is a Texas Scholar, National Hispanic Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. He received Academic Awards for U.S. History and Statistics. Ryan was a four-year Letterman for the TigerShark Swim Team and was named to the All-State Team during his Junior and Senior years and an Academic All-American. He was a member of the Risk Club, Statistics Club, Calculus Club and is an active member of the Westside Church of Christ Youth Group. Ryan was offered academic scholarships to University of New Mexico, New College, Iowa State University, Louisiana State University, Colorado University of the Mines and University of Chicago. He accepted an academic scholarship from Abilene Christian University where he will attend, majoring in Physics. Marian Alana Hill is the daughter of Dena and Michael Hill. She is a Texas Scholar, University Interscholastic League Scholar, member of National Honor Society and Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists. She received Academic Awards in Geometry, Journalism, Newspaper I, II and III and Photography I and II and was the recipient of the Award of Excellence in Journalism. Marian was Captain of the TigerSharks Varsity SwimTeam, was named a Regional Medalist in the 100 Butterfly, 200 Medley Relay and 200 Freestyle Relay, All-State Swimmer in the 200 Free Relay and the 200 Medley Relay and Freshman Swimmer of the Year. She was Captain of the Varsity Dive Team earning All-State Second Team Diver and Academic All-American for Swim and Dive. She was also a member of the Lady Tiger Varsity Soccer Team earning Second Team All-District Forward and Academic All-State titles. She was active in the THS Publications Department as a member of the University Interscholastic League Journalism Team, Editor-In-Chief and Feature Editor-In- Chief for the Tiger Times newspaper and earned Tops in Texas Award for Feature Story Portrait, First Place for News Feature and Portrait and Second Place for Double Truck Design from the Interscholastic League Press Conference. In Commercial Photography, Marian was named Outstanding Senior Student and received two National Josten Photography Contest awards. Marian was a member of Student Council, Photography Club, International Club, Interact Club and Rosebud Junior Garden Club, serving as Historian. She was a Character First Award recipient for Responsibility, First Runner Up to Homecoming Queen and voted Most Likely to Succeed. She was offered academic scholarships from Hendrix College, Centenary College, Austin College and Texas Christian University. Marian accepted the Jared Beach Memorial Scholarship and an academic scholarship from Rhodes College where she will attend, majoring in Biology & Pre-Medicine. Katherine Rose Holley is the daughter of Shontaye and Dale Holley. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. She was a member of Student Council, Lady Tigers Soccer Team, Cross Country Team, Basketball Team and Track Team and was named Most Valuable Distance Runner for Track and Academic All-State for Soccer. Katherine is actively involved in her church youth group, Mission Texarkana, Southwest Arkansas High School Rodeo Association and the Red River Barrel Racing Association. She was offered an academic scholarship from Ouachita Baptist University. Katherine accepted the Jared Beach Memorial Scholarship, Texas Student Housing Scholarship, State of Texas Top 10% Scholarship and an academic scholarship from Texas A&M University – College Station where she will attend, majoring in Biology & Pre-Veterinarian Medicine. Hudson Reid Jameson is the son of Ronda Jameson and Mike Jameson. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society, serving as Vice President. He received Academic Awards in U.S. Government DC, Business Image Management & Multi Media, Internetworking Technology (CISCO II) and was the Award of Excellence recipient in Career &Technology. He completed an Independent Research Project on Wireless Insecurity. Hudson was a member of the University Interscholastic League Academic Team for Computer Applications and Current Issues & Events where he competed on the Regional level. He played for Texarkana Soccer Association and the Texas Tigers Varsity Soccer Team earning Most Scholastic and Academic All-State. He participated in Student Council, Calculus Club, Young Republicans, Young Democrats and the THS Little eatre Company. Hudson was Founder & President of the Computer Club and named a Character First Award recipient for Honesty. Hudson started his own company, HudCo Computer Solutions, which specializes in computer repair and recently obtained the CompTIA A+ Essentials and Practical Application Certifications. He accepted the Texas THECB Top 10% Scholarship as well as the College of Engineering Dean’s Scholarship, Scholastic Achievement Scholarship, Board of Regents Chancellor Scholarship, Freshman Scholar Scholarship and an academic scholarship from University of North Texas where he will attend, majoring in Computer Engineering. Nicholas Curtis Lewis is the son of Tresa and Curtis Lewis, Jr. He is aTexas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. He received Academic Awards in English, Geometry, History and Football, the President Service Award for volunteerism and was named a KTAL Student of the Week. Nicholas was a member of the Texas Tigers Football Team, Track Team and Powerlifting Team. In Football, he was named Second Team Academic All-State, Second Team All-District, Offensive Leader of the Pack and was chosen as a KTBS Student Athlete of the Week. He was an active member of Student Council, THS Leadership, Key Club, Statistics Club and Calculus Club. Nicholas was offered an academic scholarship from Baylor University. He accepted the Dunbar Alumni Association Scholarship, Diversity Awareness Scholarship and an academic scholarship from the University of Texas at Austin where he will attend, majoring in Athletic Training & Pre-Medicine. James Kaleb McCann is the son of Pamela McCann and Kevin McCann. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of National Honor Society, Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists and International espian Society. He was active in the University Interscholastic League Academic Team for Spelling and Vocabulary earning numerous awards and Spanish Extemporaneous Speaking where he earned Regional competitions in the Southwest Arkansas Foreign Language Alliance Festival and First Place in State with the Arkansas State Foreign Language Teachers Association Festival. James was a member of Student Council, Choir, History Club, Calculus Club, Statistics Club, International Club, Students Against Destructive Decisions and the Texas High Tigers Marching Band, receiving First Place in Instrumental Solo. He served as Vice President for the Computer Club and the THS Little eatre Company. He is an Eagle Scout, member of Williams Memorial United Methodist Church and has participated in Texarkana Repertory eatre productions. James was offered academic scholarships from Centenary College, Southern Arkansas University and Texas A&M University – College Station. He will attend University of Texas at Austin majoring in Business Administration and Marketing. Kayla Michelle Miller is the daughter of Paula and Mike Miller. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. She received an Academic Award in Environmental Science AP, was a four-year member of the Lady Tiger Varsity Golf Team and a Golf Regional Qualifier in 2007. Kayla was a member of the Calculus Club and International Club. She volunteers at e Oaks Assisted Living facility and is an active member of the Hampton Church of Christ Youth Group. She received academic scholarships from Baylor University, Texas A&M University – Texarkana, Abilene Christian University and a Texarkana College Rising Star Scholarship. Kayla accepted an academic scholarship from Oklahoma Christian University where she will attend, majoring in Nursing. Jonathon William Quinnelly is the son of Lisa and William Quinnelly. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of National Honor Society and Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists. He received Academic Awards in Biology I Pre-AP, English I Pre-AP, Art I, Drawing II, Communication Graphics, Chemistry I Pre-AP, Media Technology I and II, English II AP, Macroeconomics AP and the Certificate of Achievement for Highest Grade in English I Pre-AP. Jonathon earned a Superior Award in the State Visual Art Scholastic Event during his Sophomore and Junior years and a Certificate of Recognition for Artistic Accomplishment with three pieces of his artwork being featured in a Texas Commission on the Arts exhibit. He is a graduate of Leadership Texarkana Today’s Youth Tomorrow’s Leaders, was voted Junior Class Favorite, is listed in Who’s Who Among American High School Students and participated in the Rotary Youth Leadership Camp as well as the Shepperd Leadership Institute at the University of Texas – Permian Basin. He received the President’s Volunteer Service Award and was named a University Interscholastic League Scholar. Jonathan was involved in TigerVision, First Priority, Business Professionals of America, Art Club, Key Club, Student Council and THS Leadership. He is an active member of Wake Village First Baptist Church. He was offered the University of Arkansas Chancellor’s Scholarship, Academic Excellence Scholarship from Stephen F. Austin State University and academic scholarships from University of Mississippi, Southern Arkansas University and Baylor University. Jonathan accepted the Terry Foundation Scholar Scholarship, Board of Regents Scholarship and the UNT Achievement Scholarship from University of North Texas where he will attend, majoring in General Studies. Tallon Nicole Reeves is the daughter of Deidra and Jack Reeves. She is a Texas Scholar, member of National Honor Society and Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists. She received an Academic Award in English II Pre-AP and was the recipient of the Award of Excellence in Leadership. Tallon was a member of theTexas High Highsteppers, earning Highest GPA during all four years. She is a three-time All- American Drill Team Member and earned theTexas Highstepper of the Year Award. She was a member of Student Council, THS Leadership, Students Against Destructive Decisions, Rosebud Junior Garden Club, THS Yearbook, Young Republicans and Calculus Club. Tallon is an active member of the Circle J Cowboy Church and the Williams Memorial United Methodist Church Liturgical Dance Team, Youth Group and Youth Advisory Council. She accepted the Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship and will attend Texas A&M University – College Station, majoring in Biology & Physical erapy. Brooke Elizabeth Trapp is the daughter of Kay and Phillip Trapp. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. She received Academic Awards in Geometry Pre-AP, World Geography Pre-AP, Concert Band, Algebra II Pre-AP, Spanish IV AP, Algebra II DC, English III AP, Music eory AP and Statistics AP. She was an Award of Excellence recipient for Band. Brooke was a member of the Lady Tigers Junior Varsity Soccer Team and the Texas High Band serving as Band Captain and Flute Section Leader. She was named to the All-Region Band, the Four States Honor Band and the State Solo & Ensemble Contest Band. She is a graduate of Leadership Texarkana Today’s Youth Tomorrow’s Leaders and member of the Second Time Around Band. Brooke is an active member of the Girl Scouts earning the Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards and a member of the Walnut Church of Christ Youth Group. Brooke was offered academic scholarships from Baylor University, Oklahoma Christian University and Southern Arkansas University. She accepted the Texas High School Band Booster Scholarship, Avon Foundation for Women Scholarship, Girl Scouts of America Gold Award Scholarship as well as the Award of Excellence Scholarship, Piano Performance Scholarship and Flute Scholarship from Abilene Christian University where she will attend, majoring in Piano Performance & Flute. Erin Elise Waddles is the daughter of Angela and George Waddles. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of National Honor Society and Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists. She was a member of the Texas High Band and Color Guard, four-time member of the Four States Honor Band and was named Color Guard of the Week. Erin was involved in Student Council, served as Treasurer for the Calculus Club and was a member of the Tiger Times newspaper staff receiving First Place Page One Design from the Interscholastic League Press Conference. She is an active member of Sunset Missionary Baptist Church and earned the President’s Volunteer Service Award for her volunteer activities. Erin was offered an academic scholarship from University of Texas. She accepted an academic scholarship from Washington University in St. Louis where she will attend, majoring in Computer Science & Pre-Medicine. MAGNA CUM LAUDE GRADUATES Laura Aguilar is the daughter of Maria and Narcisco Aguilar. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. She received Academic Awards in Marketing and Child Development. Laura was a Midfielder for the Texas Tigers Junior Varsity Soccer Team being named Most Valuable Player. She served as District VI President for DECA travelling to Washington to represent area students and competing in the National Competition promoting literacy. She is an active member of St. Edward’s Catholic Church Youth Group. Laura accepted the Billy Moses Memorial Fund Scholarship, an academic scholarship from Texas A&M University – Texarkana and aTexarkana College Rising Star Scholarship. She will attend Texarkana College and then transfer to Texas A&M University – Texarkana, majoring in Pre-Medicine. Martin McSeano Antoine, Jr. is the son of Casundra and Martin Antoine, Sr. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. He received Academic Awards in Macroeconomics AP, English IV, Anatomy & Physiology, Geometry Pre-AP, Music History, Algebra II Pre-AP and Spanish III Pre-AP. Martin was a member of the Texas Tigers Varsity Football Team, named Most Improved Defensive Player and SecondTeam Academic All-Star. He was a member of Student Council and Calculus Club. He was offered an academic scholarship from Stephen F. Austin State University. Martin accepted the Silas H. Hunt Academic Scholarship from University of Arkansas where he will attend, majoring in Accounting. Carlton James Bailey, Jr. is the son of Kendolyn and Carlton Bailey. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society, serving as President. He was listed in Who’s Who Among American High School Students and was a candidate for e Gates Millennium Scholarship. Carlton was a four-year Letterman of the Texas Tigers Varsity Baseball Team and played on the 2009 4-A State Champion Team. He was named First Team All- District during his Sophomore and Junior years and District MVP during his Senior year. Carlton was invited to play in the Texas State All-Star game and with Team Texas, playing other state teams. He was a member of Student Council, THS Leadership and President of Calculus Club. Carlton was offered academic and athletic scholarships from University of Miami, Stanford University, University of Texas, Baylor University, Tufts University, Boston College and Southern Arkansas University. He accepted an academic scholarship from Harvard University where he will attend, majoring in Business and Pre-Law. Kaitlyn Michelle Benbow is the daughter of Sherry and Bryan Benbow. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. She received Academic Awards in Government, Economics, Integrated Physics and Chemistry. Kaitlyn was a member of the Lady Tigers Varsity SoccerTeam, Varsity Cheer Squad, Student Council, Rosebud Junior Garden Club and Young Republicans. She accepted a scholarship from the Bobby J. and Anne H. Benbow Trust and will attend Texas A&M University – College Station, majoring in Business and Pre-Law. Alana Dawn Briley is the daughter of Darlene and Harvey Briley. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. She received Academic Awards in Spanish I, English III, Ready Set Teach I, Apparel and Government AP. Alana was a member of the Lady Tigers Varsity Soccer Team earning Most Improved Player, Second Team All-District Forward, Most Valuable Offensive Player and was named an All-American Scholar for the West Region by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America. As a member of the Lady Tigers Varsity Track Team, Alana earned Second Place District in the 400m, Second Place District in the 800m and First Place District in the 1600m Relay. She was a member of Student Council, Secretary of International Club and President of the MIC Club and Debate Club. Alana was actively involved in the THS Little eatre Company working on musical and set construction, MIC Club Neighborhood Clean Up, Holiday Soccer Camp and as a Vacation Bible School helper. Alana was offered a Texarkana College Rising Star Scholarship. She accepted the Watty Myers Athletic Scholarship, Jared Beach Memorial Scholarship, Noon Lions Club Scholarship and an academic scholarship from Texas A&M University – Texarkana where she will attend prior to transferring to the University of Texas – Austin, majoring in Foreign Language Education. John Anderson Butler is the son of Karen and Dean Butler. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of National Honor Society and Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists. He was a member of the Texas Tigers Tennis Team, Baseball Team, Commercial Photography Club, Statistics Club and Calculus Club, serving as Vice President. He was offered an academic scholarship from Princeton University. John accepted the Arkansas Lottery Scholarship and an academic scholarship from Ouachita Baptist University where he will attend, majoring in Biology and Chemistry. Kaitlynn Daniell Cox is the daughter of Carole and J.R. Cox. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of National Honor Society and Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists. She received Academic Awards in Chemistry I Honors, U.S. History DC, U.S. Government and Politics AP. Kaitlynn was a four-year Letterman for the Lady Tigers Varsity Soccer Team where she earned Second Team All-District Midfield during her Junior year and First Team All-District Midfield during her Senior year. She was named an All-American Scholar for the West Region by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, All-Tournament during the 2010 Border City Shootout and Academic All-State. She was a member of Student Council, THS Leadership and served as Business Manager for the Tiger Yearbook. Kaitlynn received the Character First Award for Perseverance and the President’s Volunteer Service Award. She has volunteered her time with Tuesdays with Tigers, Runnin’ WJ Ranch, Holiday Soccer Camp, Teacher Appreciation Day, Special Olympics and American Heart Week. Kaitlynn was offered academic scholarships from Centenary College, Lyon College and Abilene Christian University. She accepted the Texas High School VIPS Scholarship, Jared Beach Memorial Scholarship and an academic scholarship from University of Central Arkansas where she will attend, majoring in Health Sciences & Physical erapy. Shundrea Shanese Flowers is the daughter of Sheila Flowers. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. She was the recipient of an Academic Award in Interior Design & Apparel and the President’s Volunteer Service Award. Shundrea was a member of Student Council, Calculus Club, Key Club, Rosebud Junior Garden Club and Texas High Highsteppers. She accepted an academic scholarship from Stephen F. Austin State University where she will attend, majoring in Interior Design & Business. Jennifer Rose Garrett is the daughter of Michele Garrett and Jerry Garrett. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. She received Academic Awards for Government, Leadership and Math Models, as well as the Presidential Leadership Award. Jennifer was a four-year member of Student Council, Senior Class Vice President and served as Captain of the Texas Tigers Varsity Cheer Squad. She was actively involved in THS Leadership, Young Republicans, Young Life andTuesdays with Tigers. She accepted an academic scholarship to Texas A&M University –Texarkana where she will attend, majoring in Education. Matthew James Hendrickson is the son of Lisa and Jim Hendrickson. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. He was a member of the Texas Tigers GolfTeam, Student Council and Risk Club. Matthew is an Eagle Scout, volunteers for the Randy Sams Shelter and is an active member of St. James Episcopal Church where he serves as a urifer. Matthew was offered the Mulerider Success Scholarship from Southern Arkansas University. He will attend the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Texas. Garrett Wade Krobot is the son of Shelley and Randy Krobot. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, University Interscholastic League Scholar and member of National Honor Society, serving as Parliamentarian. He was Secretary of Student Council and attended both the State and National Conventions. Garrett was a member of THS Leadership, Calculus Club, Key Club, International Club and Vice President of Young Republicans. Garrett was a four-year Letterman for the Texas Tigers Football Team receiving the Fighting Heart Award and Academic All-State Honorable Mention. He is a graduate of Leadership Texarkana’s Today’s Youth Tomorrow’s Leaders, attended the Rotary Youth Leadership Camp and received the Rotary Youth Leadership Award. Garrett was invited to attend the People to People Ambassador Program and was named a Character First Award recipient for Responsibility. Garrett earned the President’s Volunteer Service Award and the Hero Award for Gold Status as a blood donor. He is an active volunteer for Runnin’ WJ Ranch, Randy Sams Shelter, Special Olympics, Tuesdays with Tigers, Highland Park Historic District Fall Festival and a member of Heritage Baptist Church. Garrett was offered academic scholarships from Stephen F. Austin State University and Southern Arkansas University. He accepted the Texarkana Area A&M Club Scholarship and an academic scholarship from Texas A&M University – College Station where he will attend the Mays Business School, majoring in Management. Joshua Eugene Lacy is the son of Nancy Lacy and Tim Lacy. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. He was a member of the Texas Tigers Baseball Team and was active in TigerVision. Joshua is an Eagle Scout, Red Cross Lifeguard and an active member of First Baptist Church where he is involved in Fusion Ministries. He accepted the Ferguson Scholarship and the Ouachita Baptist University Scholars Scholarship where he will attend the Honors Program, majoring in English and Christian Studies and serving as a member of the Football Team. John Kaleb Loe is the son of Shauna and John Loe. He is a Texas Scholar and member of National Honor Society. He received Academic Awards in Metal Fabrication and Agriculture Mechanics I and II. John was a member of the Texas High Band, DECA, Future Farmers of America and 4-H Club. He will attend Texarkana College specializing in Welding, Auto Body & Small Engine Repair Vocational Programs. Willie Gene McClure III is the son of Beverly and Willie McClure. He is a Texas Scholar, University Interscholastic League Scholar and member of National Honor Society. He received Academic Awards in Chemistry I Pre-AP, Algebra II Pre-AP and English IV DC. Willie was a member of the Texas Tigers Varsity Basketball Team serving as Team Captain and Most Valuable Player during his Junior and Senior years. He was named First Team All-District, Academic All- District, District Most Valuable Player, All-District Most Valuable Player and First Team All-Area. Willie was also actively involved in Student Council. He was offered academic and athletic scholarships from Stephen F. Austin State University, Southern Arkansas University and Wiley College. Willie accepted the Dennie Meisinger Scholarship and the Presidential and Academic Achievement Scholarships from University of North Texas where he will attend, majoring in Biology and Business. Megan Denise Mervish is the daughter of Susan Mervish and the late Randy Mervish. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. She was a member of Rosebud Junior Garden Club, Student Council, THS Leadership and is actively involved in the St. Edward’s Catholic Church Senior Youth Group. Megan accepted an academic scholarship from Texas A&M University where she will attend, majoring in General Studies. Weston Blake Mills is the son of Deborah and Ron Mills. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. He received Academic Awards in Architectural Graphics, Keyboarding, Brass Ensemble and Forensics. Wes was a member of Student Council, Calculus Club, Interact Club and the THS Band earning All-Region Band during the past three years. He is an Eagle Scout and volunteers his time as a Camp Preston Hunt Scout Day Camp Counselor, Juror for Teen Court, Usher for the Perot eatre and Volunteer Assistant with Junior Cotillion. He was selected for the Rotary Youth Leadership Award program and completed the Caddo Area Council Junior Leadership Program. Wes received the Gold Cup for five years of Superior Rating in the National Federation Junior Festival Piano Competition, was selected to attend the University of Texas Summer Academy in Architecture and served as a Student Ambassador for the People To People program participating in service projects abroad and throughout the U.S. He is a member of Hardy Memorial United Methodist Church and participates in the Youth Group and the Community Meal program. Wes was offered the Presidential Scholarship from Centenary College, a Millsaps Award and Second Century Scholarship from Millsaps College, AP/IB Award and the Mood Scholar Award Scholarships from Southwestern University and an academic scholarship from Southern Arkansas University. He accepted the Odyssey Honors, Distinction Award in Global Awareness, the Hendrix Scholarship and an academic scholarship from Hendrix College where he will attend, majoring in Biology & Pre-Medicine. James Morriss Norton is the son of Lisa and Charles Norton. He is a Texas Scholar and member of National Honor Society. He was a member of the Calculus Club and a four-year Letterman for the TigerShark Swim Team, receiving the Academic All-American Award. James is an Eagle Scout with Bronze and Gold Palms and was the Vigil Recipient of the Order of the Arrow BSA Honor Association, the highest award that can be achieved in Scouting. Additionally, he earned the Caddo Area Council Order of the Arrow Distinguished Service Award, the God & Country Award, was named Camp Pioneer Lodge Chief and represented area Boy Scouts during the 100 Year Anniversary at the World Jamboree in England. James is a member of First Presbyterian Church, participating in their Praise Band. He was offered an academic scholarship from Centenary College. James accepted an academic scholarship from Ouachita Baptist University where he will attend, majoring in Chemistry and Music. Logan Rush Rainey is the son of Stephanie and Jimmy Rainey. He is a Texas Scholar and member of National Honor Society. He was a Catcher and four-year Letterman for the Texas Tigers Varsity Baseball Team, playing on the 2009 4-A State Championship Team and assisting with youth baseball camps during the summer. Logan was a member of Student Council, Calculus Club, Statistics Club, Risk Club, Young Republicans and has played piano for nine years. He was offered academic scholarships from Southern Arkansas University, Texas A&M University – College Station and the Freshman Scholarship from University of North Texas. Logan will attend the University of Arkansas – Fayetteville majoring in Bio-Engineering. Caitlin Michelle Seale is the daughter of Rebecca and Richard Seale. She is a Texas Scholar and member of National Honor Society. She was a member of the THS Volleyball, Basketball and Softball Teams and was actively involved in Rosebud Junior Garden Club, Young Republicans, Student Council, Art Club, Statistics Club and Psychology Club. She is a member of Walnut Church of Christ and participates in art classes at the Artist Hideaway. She accepted an academic scholarship from Oklahoma Christian University where she will attend, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Charles Wayne Smith is the son of Carol and Charles Smith. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. He received Academic Awards in Physics, Math Models, Government DC and Economics and was named the Award of Excellence recipient in Social Studies. Wayne was a member of Student Council and a four-year Letterman for the Texas Tigers Soccer Team, serving as Captain three of those years. He earned Academic All-State in Soccer from the Texas Association of Soccer Coaches and was voted Most Improved during his Freshman year, Second Team All-District Goalkeeper and Sophomore of the Year Runner Up during his Sophomore year and First Team All-District Goalkeeper during his Junior and Senior years. He was offered academic scholarships from East Texas Baptist University, Midwestern State University, University of Texas at Tyler and University of Central Arkansas. Wayne accepted the Minton’s Sportsplex Athletic Scholarship and an academic scholarship from Ouachita Baptist University where he will attend, majoring in History and Education and serving as a member of the Soccer Team. Travesa Eliza Watts is the daughter of Frances and Travis Watts. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. She received an Academic Award for Marketing Dynamics DC and was a member of the Texas Tigers Junior Varsity Tennis Team. Travesa was involved in Student Council, Interact Club, DECA, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Archonettes Club and Rosebud Junior Garden Club, serving as Secretary. She was offered a Texarkana College Rising Star Scholarship. Travesa accepted an academic scholarship from Texas A&M University – Texarkana where she will attend, majoring in Nursing. Morgan Brittany Wood is the daughter of Kathy and Greg Wood. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. She was a member of Student Council, Young Republicans, four-year member of the Texas High Highsteppers Drill Team and completed an Independent Research Project during her Junior year. Morgan was chosen as the 2008Texarkana Boots and Saddle Club Queen, 2008 Little River County Queen and the 2008 Four States Fair and Rodeo Queen. She is a 14-year dance student and was a Top Ten Finalist in Barrel Racing and Pole Bending for the Southwest Arkansas High School Rodeo Association. She was offered academic scholarships from Houston Baptist University, Texas Christian University, Southern Arkansas University, Texas A&M University Texarkana as well as an the Provost’s Gold Scholarship and an academic scholarship from Baylor University. Morgan accepted the Joey Ranch Scholarship, Texarkana Area A&M Club Scholarship, the State of Texas Top10% Scholarship and an academic scholarship from Texas A&M University – College Station where she will attend, majoring in Biomedical Science. Lane Alexander Youngblood is the son of Sharon and Darryl Youngblood. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of International espian Society and National Honor Society, serving as Co-President. He was voted Most Friendly Boy and was a member of the Texas Tigers Varsity Cross Country Team, Student Council, THS Little eatre Company and President of Texas Association of Future Educators. Lane was actively involved in the University Interscholastic League Academic Team in Current Events, Ready Writing, Spelling and Vocabulary where he advanced to the Regional Level during three of his four years. Lane was offered academic scholarships from Henderson State University and Baylor University. He accepted an academic scholarship from Tulane University where he will attend, majoring in Biology and Art. CUM LAUDE GRADUATES John Miller Brooks is the son of Tiffany and Mike Leherr. He is a Texas Scholar, member of National Honor Society and Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists. Miller will attend Pennsylvania State University, majoring in Business. Lauren Ashley Brooks is the daughter of Jessica and Derek Ballard. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. Lauren accepted the Scentsy Family Foundation Scholarship, Fred J. Miller Leadership Scholarship, Texas High School Band Booster Scholarship and an academic scholarship from Texas A&M University – Texarkana where she will attend, majoring in Nursing. Stephanie Ruth Clement is the daughter of Darla and Allen Clement. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and a member of National Honor Society. Stephanie was offered academic scholarships from Ouachita Baptist University and Southern Arkansas University. She accepted an academic scholarship from University of Arkansas – Fayetteville where she will attend, majoring in Pharmacology. Sherry Alexandra Compton is the daughter of Sherry Alexander and Keith Compton. She is a Texas Scholar and Distinguished Achievement Program graduate. Sherry accepted a Texarkana College Rising Star Scholarship where she will attend, majoring in Nursing. Natalie Keaton Cordray is the daughter of Kelly and Greg Cordray. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and a member of National Honor Society. Keaton was offered the Aggie Mom’s Club Scholarship. She accepted the Post 9/11 GI Bill Scholarship and an academic scholarship from Ouachita Baptist University where she will attend, majoring in Biology & Pre-Dental Medicine. Alayna Camille Cummings is the daughter of Robbin and Adam Cummings. She is a Texas Scholar and a Distinguished Achievement Program graduate. Alayna accepted an academic scholarship from Texas A&M University –Texarkana where she will attend, majoring in Biology. Willis Lee Ellis III is the son of Deborah Ellis and Willis Ellis, Jr. He is a Texas Scholar and member of National Honor Society. Willis will attend Texas A&M University – Texarkana, majoring in Computer Sciences. De’Janae Kalyse Farr is the daughter of Tammy Farr and Herbert Farr. She is a Texas Scholar and member of National Honor Society. De’Janae accepted the Diversity Awareness Scholarship and will attend University of Oklahoma, majoring in Nursing. Mackenzie Nicole Hammer is the daughter of Regina Hammer and Jeffrey Hammer. She is aTexas Scholar. Mackenzie was offered academic scholarships from Central Baptist University and LeTourneau University. She accepted the Jared Beach Memorial Scholarship. Mackenzie will attend University of Arkansas – Fayetteville, majoring in Political Science & Pre-Law. Kaleigh Brooke Harmon is the daughter of Shelly Harmon. She is a Texas Scholar, member of National Honor Society and International espian Society. Kaleigh accepted the Texas HighSteppers Scholarship and will attend University of Central Arkansas, majoring in Biology & Physical erapy. Destiny Dashelle Holley is the daughter of Cindy and Joe Dastillon. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of National Honor Society and Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists. Destiny was offered an academic scholarship from Southern Arkansas University. She accepted an academic scholarship from University of Arkansas – Little Rock where she will attend, majoring in Nursing. Kaylia Raeshawn Houff is the daughter of Charnell and Cecil Houff. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. Kaylia accepted the Texas High School VIPS Scholarship and the Christi Watson Scholarship. She will attend University of Arkansas – Little Rock, majoring in Nursing & Pre-Medicine. Rocky Martin Hudson is the son of Cindy and Rocky Hudson. He is a Texas Scholar and member of National Honor Society. Rocky was offered academic scholarships from Centenary College, Texas A&M University and Southern Arkansas University. He accepted the Provost’s Gold Scholarship from Baylor University where he will attend, majoring in Pre-Medicine. Cori Colleen Jackson is the daughter of Cathrine and Ron Jackson. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. Cori will attend University of Arkansas – Fayetteville, majoring in Biology & Pre-Medicine. James Austin Lloyd is the son of Rita and Craig Lloyd. He is a Texas Scholar and member of National Honor Society. James accepted the Dr. John Nancy Henry Scholarship and will attend Texarkana College followed by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Little Rock, majoring in Nursing. Rosalyn Mishelle Loudermilk is the daughter of Sheri Cook and Henry Loudermilk. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. Rosalyn was offered academic scholarships from University of Arkansas and Southern Arkansas University. She accepted the WalMart Foundation Scholarship and WalMart Associates Scholarship. She will attend University of North Texas, majoring in Education. Shemariah Grace Matlock is the daughter of Carletta Matlock. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, AVID graduate and member of National Honor Society. Shemariah was offered the University of North Texas Emerald Eagle Scholarship and academic scholarships from Philander Smith, Houston Baptist University and Prairie View A&M University. She accepted the AVID Scholarship and the Dean’s Gold Scholarship from Baylor University where she will attend, majoring in Biology & Pre-Medicine. Danielle Tia Mays is the daughter of Kandhi and Frank Mays. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of National Honor Society, Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists and International espian Society. Danielle will attend Oklahoma State University, majoring in Psychology. Logan Dawn McCormick is the daughter of Kelli and Joseph McCormick. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of National Honor Society, Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists and National Society of High School Scholars. Logan will attend Texas A&M University Texarkana, majoring in Business Administration. John Harris Melde is the son of Angela and Al Melde. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of National Honor Society, Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists and International espian Society. John will attend University of North Texas, majoring in Radio, Television & Film Production. Joshua Remington Moore is the son of Rhenee and Phillip S. Moore. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. Joshua was offered an academic scholarship from Henderson State University. He accepted an academic scholarship from University of Central Arkansas where he will attend, majoring in Elementary Education. Cheri Kaitlyn Porterfield is the daughter of Pam and Mike Porterfield. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of National Honor Society and Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists. Kaitlyn was offered academic scholarships from Texas A&M University and Southern Arkansas University. She accepted an academic scholarship from Stephen F. Austin State University where she will attend, working as a Photographer on the Newspaper Staff and majoring in Graphic Design. Joseph Samuel Price is the son of Marilyn and John Price. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society, serving as President. Joseph accepted an academic scholarship from Oklahoma State University where he will attend, majoring in Philosophy. Labreaya Donette Ridley is the daughter of Ella Gray. She is aTexas Scholar. She accepted an academic scholarship from the University of Oklahoma where she will attend, majoring in Biology & Pre-Medicine. Zachary Rolfe Robertson is the son of Tammy Littleton Robertson and Dick Robertson. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. Zachary accepted the THS Band Boosters Scholarship, George McWilliams Scholarship and an academic scholarship from Texas A&M University – Texarkana where he will attend, majoring in Computer Science. Taylor Leigh Robnett is the daughter of Melodie White and Dustin Robnett. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. Taylor will attend Texarkana College, majoring in Physical erapy. Michael Carlo Saporito is the son of Jacqueline and Joseph Saporito. He is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. Michael was offered an academic scholarship from Centenary College. He will attend Baylor University majoring in Business Administration. Peter Rudolph Schneider is the son of Ryan and Monty Murry and Matt Schneider. He is a Texas Scholar and member of National Honor Society. Peter accepted the Bill Lively Scholarship and an athletic scholarship from Henderson State University where he will attend, majoring in Chemistry and serving as a member of the Swim Team. Taylor Bernice Nicole Smith is the daughter of Federia and Chet Smith. She is a Texas Scholar and member of National Honor Society. Taylor accepted the Red River Federal Credit Union Scholarship, Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. Scholarship and the Maverick Promise Scholarship from University of Texas – Arlington where she will attend, majoring in Nursing. Aylin Rena Aisha Sozen is the daughter of Ayse Sozen and Alonzo Pierce. She is a Texas Scholar and a Distinguished Achievement Program graduate. Aylin will attend Texas A&M University – Texarkana, majoring in Journalism. Nathaniel Aaron Sorenson is the son of Paula and Marney Sorenson. He is a Texas Scholar and Distinguished Achievement Program graduate. Nathan was offered athletic scholarships from University of Kansas, Kansas State University, Texas Christian University, Baylor University, University of Mississippi, University of North Carolina and University of Missouri. He accepted an athletic scholarship to Oklahoma State University where he will attend, majoring in Business Administration & Pre-Law and serve as a member of the Football Team. Ashlee Paige Stanton is the daughter of Penny and Kenny Stanton. She is a Texas Scholar. Ashley was offered an academic scholarship from Texas A&M University – Texarkana. She accepted a Texarkana College Rising Star Scholarship where she will attend, majoring in Biology. Katherine Jeanette ompson is the daughter of Stephen ompson and the late Denise ompson. She is a Texas Scholar and member of National Honor Society. Katie accepted an athletic scholarship from Mesa State University where she will attend, majoring in Business and serving as a member of the Swim Team. Tiffany Allison ompson is the daughter of Sherrie and Chuck ompson. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, member of National Honor Society and Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists. She accepted the Jared Beach Memorial Scholarship and the Dean’s Academic Merit Scholarship from University of Arkansas – Little Rock where she will attend, majoring in Animal Science. Bi-Isha Rishade Wrightner is the daughter of Bobbie Wrightner. She is a Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate and member of National Honor Society. 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Page 1: Texas High School Names 2010 Honor Graduates

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Texas High School Names 2010 Honor Graduates

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SUMMA CUM LAUDE

Texarkana Gazette’s policy is to publish information about the top ten graduates from area schools. Since Texas High School uses the Cum Laude System for ranking graduates and in an effort to recognize all Honor Graduate students, TISD compensates the Texarkana Gazette (as paid advertising) for the additional column inches used to present the additional Honor Graduate students.

OnMay29,2010,TexasHighSchoolproudly graduated 308 students whohad earned scholarship offers totaling$11,309,044.08. TexarkanaIndependentSchoolDistricthonors the district’s graduating seniorswho have achieved superior academicperformance through the Cum LaudeSystem.Underthissystem,studentsearningahighgradepointaveragecanplaceinoneof threecategoriesatgraduation: SummaCumLaude,MagnaCumLaudeandCumLaude. Students, ineffect,arecompetingagainstapre-establishedacademicstandardofexcellenceratherthanagainsttheirpeers.WiththeCumLaudeSystem,theDistrictis able to recognize all deserving studentsforacademicexcellenceupongraduation. TexasHighSchoolrecognizesasHonorGraduates those students with weightedgrade point averages at or above specificbenchmarks. The weighted grade pointsystem applies a weighted factor to thegrade earned by the student in the class.Higher weighting factors are applied toadvance placement courses, dual creditcourses and pre-advanced placementcourses. Summa Cum Laude recognizesthose studentswith aweighted averageof155.0orhigherwhichistheequivalentofa97.6orhigheraverageinstandardcoursesand an 87.4 or higher average in Pre-APor AP courses, or a combination of thetwo.MagnaCumLauderecognizesthosestudentswithaweightedaverageof150.0orhigherwhichistheequivalentofa95.9or higher average in standard courses andan85.8orhigheraverageinPre-APorAPcourses,oracombinationofthetwo.CumLaudegraduatesmustmaintainaweightedaverageof143.0pointswhichisequivalenttoanaverageof90instandardcourses.

VALEDICTORIAN Christian Blake Hacker has beennamed Valedictorian of the 2010graduatingclassofTexasHighSchool.HeisthesonofLindaandDavidHacker. He is a Texas Scholar, DistinguishedAchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety.Christianwasnamed an All-State Academic ExcellenceFinalist by the Texas Association ofSecondary Principals and voted MostScholarlybyhisclassmates. Christian was named the Awards ofExcellencerecipientinEnglishandreceivedAcademicAwards inEnglishI&IIPre-AP,English III AP, Geometry Pre-AP, WorldGeography Pre-AP, Introduction to MediaTechnology,Algebra IIPre-AP,Chemistry IPre-AP, World History Pre-AP, MultimediaTechnology, U.S. History AP, Pre-CalculusDC,PhysicsPre-APandAP,BiologyIIAP,Chemistry II AP and BCIS DC. DuringhisJuniorandSenioryears,hecompletedatotaloffiveIndependentResearchProjects. Hewasafour-yearmemberoftheTexasHighMarchingandConcertBandswherehe was named a four-time member ofthe All-Region Jazz Band, member of theFreshmanAll-RegionSymphonicBandandmember of the High School All-RegionSymphonic Band. Christian was a four-year member of University InterscholasticLeagueStateSolo&EnsembleBandwherehewasnamedaDivisionISoloistandwasa three-year member of the High SchoolAll-Region Wind Ensemble and the All-AreaHighSchoolBand.Heisathree-yearrecipient of the Outstanding Bandsmantitle,receivedplacementintheFourStatesBandmasters Honor Band during hisJunior and Senior years and was namedOutstanding Male Jazz Musician for theHendersonStateUniversityBandCamp. Christianwasamemberof theCalculusClub,ScienceClub,TexarkanaCommunityBand and UIL Academic Team in ReadyWriting and Science earning six medals

and competing on the State level. HeparticipatedinPALS(PlayersandListeners),a new student organization that providesmusical performances at retirement homesthroughoutthecommunity. ThroughhisinvolvementinTigerVision,ChristianreceivedtheBronzeMedalfromthe National School Tube competitionfor his documentary “A CommunityVoice” highlighting the Domtar paperrecycling program. As a medal winner,he attended the United NationsInternational Youth Summit to be part ofaweek-longconferencewithotherstudentrepresentatives focused on environmentalawarenessadvocacyandcommunityservicetowardsparksandneighborhoods. Christian received Honorable MentionintheC-SPANVideoCompetitionforhisdocumentary“STEMEducation:Bridgingthe Gap” which discusses the shortage ofengineers in the U.S. in comparison withother leadingnationsandhowtheSTEMprogramatTISDisworkingtoaddresstheprobleminourarea. He is currently working on a videoproject, ‘Voices of the Veterans,” whichis a documentary series that chroniclesWorld War II through the experiences ofservicemenandwomenlivinginTexarkana.Itwillbecompletedthissummerandwillbe donated to the Texarkana Museumof Regional History for use in theireducationalprograms. Christian is a member of HeritageBaptist Church and participated in aProject Serve Mission Trip to Monterrey,Mexico assisting in the construction of aschoolandchurchforlow-incomeareasofthecity. He was offered the Tulane UniversityDistinguished Scholar Scholarship, BaylorUniversity President’s Gold Scholarship,Houston Baptist University Founder’sScholarship, Louisiana Tech UniversityPresidential Scholarship, University ofArkansasChancellor’sScholarshipandtheSouthern Arkansas University PresidentialScholarship. Christian accepted an academicscholarshipfromRiceUniversitywherehewill attend,majoring inNanotechnology/Physics and Creative Writing. He willparticipateintheBakerInstituteofPublicPolicy, the StudentTelevision Station andtheJazzEnsemble.

SALUTATORIAN Gulden Othman, the Salutatorian ofthe 2010 graduating class of Texas HighSchool, is the daughter of Maria andSalam Othman. She is a Texas Scholar,University Interscholastic League Scholar,Distinguished Achievement Programgraduate, member of National HonorSociety and National Society of HighSchoolScholars. She received Academic Awards inBiology I Pre-AP, World GeographyPre-AP,ChemistryIIAP,EnglishIPre-AP,Pre-CalculusPre-AP,CalculusAP,PianoII,StatisticsAP,English III& IVAP,DirectCurrent Technology DC and Astronomy.ShewasanAwardofExcellencerecipientinForeignLanguageandMathematics. Gulden is a graduate of LeadershipTexarkana Today’s Youth Tomorrow’sLeaders and was active in Calculus Club,Science Club, Music Theory Club,International Club, Statistics Club andUniversityInterscholasticLeagueAcademicTeamforMathematicsandScience. She was named a KTAL Student oftheWeekandreceivedtheCharacterFirstAwardforPerseverance. Gulden was offered an academicscholarshipfromUniversityofNorthTexas. She will attend the Honors College atUniversityofHoustonpursuingadegreeinPhysics.

GuldenwillbeinvolvedintheUniversityofHoustonSymphonicBand,HonorsJazzBand, Muslim Student Association andIntramural Soccer Club. Additionally,she plans on interning with NASA andthe MuseumofNatural Sciences in orderto participate in Physics and AstronomyprojectsthatwillhelpfurtherherdedicationtoearningaDoctorateinAstrophysics.

SUMMACUMLAUDEGRADUATES

Carl Sumner Anderson III is the sonofLisaandCarlAnderson.HeisaTexasScholar, Distinguished AchievementProgram graduate, member of Quill &Scroll International Honorary Societyfor High School Journalists and NationalHonorSociety,servingasParliamentarian. Hewasnamedto theNationalSocietyofHighSchoolScholars,NationalHonorRoll and received Academic Awards inGeometryPre-AP,EnglishIPre-AP,ArtI,CommunicationsApplications,ChemistryAPandPsychologyAP. SumnerwasamemberofInternationalClub, Fellowship of Christian Athletes,First Priority, Revolutionary PrayerMovement, Key Club, Psychology Club,Calculus Club and played Guard for theTexas Tigers Freshman Basketball Team.He served as President for the Art Club,Secretary and Public Relations Chairmanfor the Young Republicans, StudentCouncil Representative and was nameda Character First Award Recipient forHonesty. He was Entertainment Editor andManaging Editor for the Tiger Timesnewspaper and receivedTops inTexas forPresidential Caricatures and HonorableMention for Newspaper Art fromInterscholastic League Press Conference.Sumner earned Columbia Scholastic PressAssociationGoldCircleAwardsforSecondPlace in Comic Cartoons, Third Place inIllustration Portfolio and CommendedMerit in Editorial Cartoon, CartoonPortfolioandPresidentialCaricatures. Sumner participated in the ForeignLanguage Festival earning First Placein Culture Quiz Bowl, Second Place inSpanish IICultureTest andThirdPlace inPoetry.HewastherecipientoftwoVisualArt Scholastic Event Superior Ratings andreceivedawardsinReadyWriting,EditorialWriting and Javascript from theUniversityInterscholasticLeague. He is an active member of CountyAvenue Baptist Church where he teachesthe youth group and participates in thechoir.SumnerisagraduateofLeadershipTexarkana Today’s Youth Tomorrow’sLeaders and participated in the Harvard/MITAcademicLeadershipConferenceand2009Presidential Inauguration forPeopleTo People, the Leadership Conference atStanford University for LeadAmerica andtheBaylorUniversityChristianLeadershipInstitute.HehasvolunteeredhistimewithLeadership Texarkana TYTL program,Texarkana College Kid’s College, SpecialOlympics and is a facilitator for the JohnG.SheppardLeadershipInstitute. Sumner was offered the BaylorUniversity Presidential Gold andInvitation to Excellence Scholarships,University of South Carolina CapstoneScholars Scholarship, Tulane UniversityDistinguishedScholarScholarshipandtheUniversity of Arkansas Honors ProgramScholarship and academic scholarshipsfromBaylorUniversity,AllghenyCollege,Chestnut Hill College, Barry University,Lyon College, Boston College, Universityof Missouri – Columbia, University ofSouthern California, Southern WesleyanUniversity,King’sCollege,HoustonBaptistUniversity, Dallas Baptist University,SouthernMethodistUniversity,Universityof Arkansas – Fayetteville and a militaryscholarship from United States NationalGuard. He accepted the Academic DistinctionExcellence Scholarship from Universityof Texas at Dallas where he will attendas amember of theCollegiumVHonorsProgram,majoringinGraphicDesignandNeuroscience.

StephanieGraceBledsoeisthedaughterofMartiandSteveBledsoe.SheisaTexasScholar, University Interscholastic LeagueScholar, Distinguished AchievementProgram graduate, member of Quill &Scroll International Honorary Societyfor High School Journalists and served asSecretaryforNationalHonorSociety. She received Academic Awards inYearbook, I, II and II,Textile&Apparel,English IPre-AP,GeometryPre-AP,ShowChoirI,U.S.GovernmentandPoliticsAP. Stephanie was a three-year member oftheLadyTigersVarsitySoftballTeamandserved as Editor-in-Chief for the TigerYearbook.Shewasatwo-yearmemberofTHS Leadership and a four-year memberof Student Council, serving as ClassRepresentative. Stephanie was President

of Rosebud Junior Garden Club, VicePresident of Students Against DestructiveDecisions and member of the StatisticsClub. SheisarecipientoftheCharacterFirstAwardforCitizenship,President’sVolunteerServiceAwardandwas anominee for theTISD Partners In Education Award forOutstanding Student/Group. Stephanieis a graduate of the LeadershipTexarkanaToday’s Youth Tomorrow’s Leaders andvolunteershertimetoRunnin’WJRanch,TuesdayswithTigers,RandySamsShelter,Make A Difference Day, Holidays atHighlandParkandSpecialOlympics.SheisamemberofWilliamsMemorialUnitedMethodist Church where she teachesSundaySchoolandvolunteersforVacationBibleSchool. Stephanie will attend Texas A&MUniversity – College Station, majoring inFoodScienceandNutrition.

Ryan Castillo is the son of Kathyand Joe Castillo. He is a Texas Scholar,National Hispanic Scholar, DistinguishedAchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. HereceivedAcademicAwards forU.S.HistoryandStatistics. Ryan was a four-year Letterman for theTigerShark SwimTeam and was named tothe All-State Team during his Junior andSenioryearsandanAcademicAll-American. He was a member of the Risk Club,Statistics Club, Calculus Club and is anactivememberof theWestsideChurchofChristYouthGroup. Ryanwasofferedacademicscholarshipsto University of New Mexico, NewCollege, Iowa State University, LouisianaState University, Colorado University oftheMinesandUniversityofChicago. He accepted an academic scholarshipfrom Abilene Christian University wherehewillattend,majoringinPhysics.

Marian Alana Hill is the daughter ofDena and Michael Hill. She is a TexasScholar, University Interscholastic LeagueScholar,memberofNationalHonorSocietyandQuill&ScrollInternationalHonorarySocietyforHighSchoolJournalists. She received Academic Awards inGeometry, Journalism, Newspaper I, IIandIIIandPhotographyIandIIandwastherecipientoftheAwardofExcellenceinJournalism. MarianwasCaptainoftheTigerSharksVarsitySwimTeam,wasnamedaRegionalMedalistinthe100Butterfly,200MedleyRelay and 200 Freestyle Relay, All-StateSwimmer in the 200 Free Relay and the200MedleyRelayandFreshmanSwimmeroftheYear.ShewasCaptainoftheVarsityDiveTeamearningAll-StateSecondTeamDiver and Academic All-American forSwimandDive.ShewasalsoamemberoftheLadyTigerVarsitySoccerTeamearningSecond Team All-District Forward andAcademicAll-Statetitles. ShewasactiveintheTHSPublicationsDepartmentasamemberoftheUniversityInterscholastic League Journalism Team,Editor-In-Chief and Feature Editor-In-Chief for the Tiger Times newspaper andearned Tops in Texas Award for FeatureStoryPortrait,FirstPlaceforNewsFeatureandPortraitandSecondPlaceforDoubleTruck Design from the InterscholasticLeaguePressConference. InCommercialPhotography, Marian was namedOutstanding Senior Student and receivedtwoNational JostenPhotographyContestawards. Marian was a member of StudentCouncil,PhotographyClub,InternationalClub, Interact Club and Rosebud JuniorGarden Club, serving as Historian. Shewas a Character First Award recipientfor Responsibility, First Runner Up toHomecoming Queen and voted MostLikelytoSucceed. She was offered academic scholarshipsfromHendrixCollege,CentenaryCollege,Austin College and Texas ChristianUniversity. Marian accepted the Jared BeachMemorial Scholarship and an academicscholarship from Rhodes College whereshe will attend, majoring in Biology &Pre-Medicine.

KatherineRoseHolleyisthedaughterof Shontaye and Dale Holley. She is aTexasScholar,DistinguishedAchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. ShewasamemberofStudentCouncil,LadyTigers Soccer Team, Cross CountryTeam, Basketball Team and Track Teamand was named Most Valuable DistanceRunner forTrack and Academic All-StateforSoccer. Katherine is actively involved in herchurch youth group, Mission Texarkana,Southwest Arkansas High School RodeoAssociation and the Red River BarrelRacingAssociation. ShewasofferedanacademicscholarshipfromOuachitaBaptistUniversity. Katherine accepted the Jared BeachMemorial Scholarship, Texas StudentHousing Scholarship, State of TexasTop 10% Scholarship and an academicscholarship from Texas A&M University– College Station where she will attend,majoring in Biology & Pre-VeterinarianMedicine.

Hudson Reid Jameson is the son ofRondaJamesonandMikeJameson.HeisaTexasScholar,DistinguishedAchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety,servingasVicePresident. He received Academic Awardsin U.S. Government DC, BusinessImage Management & Multi Media,Internetworking Technology (CISCO II)andwastheAwardofExcellencerecipientinCareer&Technology.HecompletedanIndependentResearchProjectonWirelessInsecurity. HudsonwasamemberoftheUniversityInterscholastic League Academic Teamfor Computer Applications and CurrentIssues & Events where he competedon the Regional level. He played forTexarkanaSoccerAssociationandtheTexasTigers Varsity Soccer Team earning MostScholasticandAcademicAll-State. He participated in Student Council,Calculus Club, Young Republicans,Young Democrats and the THS LittleTheatre Company. Hudson was Founder& President of the Computer Club andnamed a Character First Award recipientforHonesty. Hudson started his own company,HudCo Computer Solutions, whichspecializesincomputerrepairandrecentlyobtainedtheCompTIAA+EssentialsandPracticalApplicationCertifications. He accepted the Texas THECB Top10%Scholarshipaswellas theCollegeofEngineering Dean’s Scholarship, ScholasticAchievementScholarship,BoardofRegentsChancellor Scholarship, Freshman ScholarScholarship and an academic scholarshipfrom University of North Texas wherehe will attend, majoring in ComputerEngineering.

Nicholas Curtis Lewis is the son ofTresaandCurtisLewis,Jr.HeisaTexasScholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. He received Academic Awards inEnglish, Geometry, History and Football,the President Service Award forvolunteerism and was named a KTALStudentoftheWeek. Nicholas was a member of the TexasTigers Football Team, Track Team andPowerlifting Team. In Football, he wasnamed Second Team Academic All-State,SecondTeamAll-District,OffensiveLeaderof the Pack and was chosen as a KTBSStudentAthleteoftheWeek. He was an active member of StudentCouncil, THS Leadership, Key Club,StatisticsClubandCalculusClub.

Nicholas was offered an academicscholarshipfromBaylorUniversity. He accepted the Dunbar AlumniAssociation Scholarship, DiversityAwareness Scholarship and an academicscholarship from the University of TexasatAustinwherehewillattend,majoringinAthleticTraining&Pre-Medicine.

James Kaleb McCann is the son ofPamela McCann and Kevin McCann.He is a Texas Scholar, DistinguishedAchievement Program graduate, memberof National Honor Society, Quill &Scroll International Honorary Society forHighSchool Journalists and InternationalThespianSociety. He was active in the UniversityInterscholasticLeagueAcademicTeamforSpellingandVocabularyearningnumerousawards and Spanish ExtemporaneousSpeaking where he earned Regionalcompetitions in the Southwest ArkansasForeign Language Alliance Festival andFirstPlaceinStatewiththeArkansasStateForeign Language Teachers AssociationFestival. James was a member of StudentCouncil, Choir, History Club, CalculusClub, Statistics Club, International Club,Students Against Destructive Decisionsand the Texas High Tigers MarchingBand,receivingFirstPlaceinInstrumentalSolo. He served as Vice President forthe Computer Club and the THS LittleTheatreCompany. He is an Eagle Scout, member ofWilliams Memorial United MethodistChurchandhasparticipated inTexarkanaRepertoryTheatreproductions. Jameswasofferedacademicscholarshipsfrom Centenary College, SouthernArkansas University and Texas A&MUniversity–CollegeStation. He will attend University of Texas atAustinmajoringinBusinessAdministrationandMarketing.

KaylaMichelleMiller is thedaughterofPaula andMikeMiller. She is aTexasScholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. She received an Academic Awardin Environmental Science AP, was afour-yearmemberoftheLadyTigerVarsityGolfTeam and a Golf Regional Qualifierin2007. Kayla was a member of the CalculusClub and International Club. Shevolunteers at The Oaks Assisted Livingfacility and is an active member of theHamptonChurchofChristYouthGroup. ShereceivedacademicscholarshipsfromBaylor University,Texas A&M University–Texarkana,AbileneChristianUniversityand a Texarkana College Rising StarScholarship. Kaylaacceptedanacademicscholarshipfrom Oklahoma Christian Universitywhereshewillattend,majoringinNursing.

Jonathon William Quinnelly is thesonofLisaandWilliamQuinnelly.HeisaTexasScholar,DistinguishedAchievementProgram graduate, member of NationalHonor Society and Quill & ScrollInternational Honorary Society for HighSchoolJournalists. He received Academic Awards inBiology I Pre-AP, English I Pre-AP, Art I,Drawing II, Communication Graphics,Chemistry I Pre-AP, Media TechnologyI and II, English II AP, MacroeconomicsAPandtheCertificateofAchievementforHighestGradeinEnglishIPre-AP. Jonathon earned a Superior Awardin the State Visual Art Scholastic Eventduring his Sophomore and Junior yearsand a Certificate of Recognition forArtisticAccomplishmentwiththreepiecesof his artwork being featured in a TexasCommissionontheArtsexhibit. He is a graduate of LeadershipTexarkana Today’s Youth Tomorrow’sLeaders, was voted Junior Class Favorite,is listed inWho’sWho Among AmericanHighSchoolStudents andparticipated intheRotaryYouthLeadershipCampaswellas the Shepperd Leadership Institute atthe University of Texas – Permian Basin.He received the President’s VolunteerServiceAwardandwasnamedaUniversityInterscholasticLeagueScholar. Jonathan was involved in TigerVision,First Priority, Business Professionals ofAmerica, Art Club, Key Club, StudentCouncil and THS Leadership. He is anactivememberofWakeVillageFirstBaptistChurch. HewasofferedtheUniversityofArkansasChancellor’s Scholarship, AcademicExcellence Scholarship from Stephen F.Austin State University and academicscholarshipsfromUniversityofMississippi,Southern Arkansas University and BaylorUniversity. JonathanacceptedtheTerryFoundationScholar Scholarship, Board of RegentsScholarship and the UNT AchievementScholarshipfromUniversityofNorthTexaswherehewillattend,majoringinGeneralStudies.

Tallon Nicole Reeves is the daughterofDeidraandJackReeves.SheisaTexasScholar,memberofNationalHonorSocietyandQuill&ScrollInternationalHonorarySocietyforHighSchoolJournalists. She received an Academic Award inEnglishIIPre-APandwastherecipientoftheAwardofExcellenceinLeadership. TallonwasamemberoftheTexasHighHighsteppers,earningHighestGPAduringall four years. She is a three-time All-AmericanDrillTeamMemberandearnedtheTexasHighstepperoftheYearAward. ShewasamemberofStudentCouncil,THS Leadership, Students AgainstDestructive Decisions, Rosebud JuniorGarden Club, THS Yearbook, YoungRepublicansandCalculusClub. Tallon is an active member of theCircleJCowboyChurchandtheWilliamsMemorial United Methodist ChurchLiturgicalDanceTeam,YouthGroupandYouthAdvisoryCouncil. She accepted the Daughters of theAmericanRevolutionScholarshipandwillattend Texas A&M University – CollegeStation, majoring in Biology & PhysicalTherapy.

BrookeElizabethTrappisthedaughterof Kay and PhillipTrapp. She is aTexasScholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. She received Academic Awards inGeometry Pre-AP, World GeographyPre-AP, Concert Band, Algebra IIPre-AP, Spanish IV AP, Algebra II DC,English III AP, Music Theory AP andStatistics AP. She was an Award ofExcellencerecipientforBand. BrookewasamemberoftheLadyTigersJuniorVarsity SoccerTeam and theTexasHigh Band serving as Band Captain andFluteSectionLeader.ShewasnamedtotheAll-Region Band, the Four States HonorBand and the State Solo & EnsembleContestBand. She is a graduate of LeadershipTexarkana Today’s Youth Tomorrow’sLeaders and member of the SecondTimeAroundBand.Brookeisanactivememberof the Girl Scouts earning the Bronze,SilverandGoldAwardsandamemberoftheWalnutChurchofChristYouthGroup. Brooke was offered academicscholarships from Baylor University,Oklahoma Christian University andSouthernArkansasUniversity. She accepted theTexas High SchoolBand Booster Scholarship, AvonFoundation for Women Scholarship,Girl Scouts of America Gold AwardScholarship as well as the Award ofExcellenceScholarship,PianoPerformanceScholarship and Flute Scholarship fromAbileneChristianUniversitywhereshewillattend,majoring inPianoPerformance&Flute.

Erin Elise Waddles is the daughterof Angela and GeorgeWaddles. She is aTexasScholar,DistinguishedAchievementProgram graduate, member of NationalHonor Society and Quill & ScrollInternational Honorary Society for HighSchoolJournalists. She was a member of theTexas HighBandandColorGuard,four-timememberof the Four States Honor Band and wasnamedColorGuardoftheWeek. Erinwas involved inStudentCouncil,served asTreasurer for the Calculus Cluband was a member of the Tiger Timesnewspaper staff receiving First Place PageOne Design from the InterscholasticLeaguePressConference. She is an active member of SunsetMissionaryBaptistChurchandearnedthePresident’sVolunteerServiceAwardforhervolunteeractivities. ErinwasofferedanacademicscholarshipfromUniversityofTexas.Sheacceptedanacademic scholarship from WashingtonUniversity in St. Louis where she willattend,majoring inComputerScience&Pre-Medicine.

MAGNACUMLAUDEGRADUATES

Laura Aguilar is the daughter ofMaria and Narcisco Aguilar. She is aTexasScholar,DistinguishedAchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. She received Academic Awards inMarketingandChildDevelopment. Laura was a Midfielder for the TexasTigers Junior Varsity Soccer Team beingnamed MostValuable Player. She servedas District VI President for DECAtravellingtoWashingtontorepresentareastudents and competing in the NationalCompetitionpromotingliteracy. SheisanactivememberofSt.Edward’sCatholicChurchYouthGroup. Laura accepted the Billy MosesMemorialFundScholarship, an academicscholarshipfromTexasA&MUniversity–TexarkanaandaTexarkanaCollegeRisingStarScholarship. She will attendTexarkana College andthen transfer to Texas A&M University–Texarkana,majoringinPre-Medicine.

Martin McSeano Antoine, Jr. is theson of Casundra and Martin Antoine,Sr. He is aTexas Scholar, DistinguishedAchievement Program graduate andmemberofNationalHonorSociety. He received Academic Awards inMacroeconomicsAP,EnglishIV,Anatomy& Physiology, Geometry Pre-AP, MusicHistory,AlgebraIIPre-APandSpanishIIIPre-AP. Martin was a member of the TexasTigers Varsity Football Team, namedMost Improved Defensive Player andSecondTeamAcademicAll-Star.HewasamemberofStudentCouncilandCalculusClub. HewasofferedanacademicscholarshipfromStephenF.AustinStateUniversity. Martin accepted the Silas H. HuntAcademic Scholarship from University ofArkansaswherehewillattend,majoringinAccounting.

Carlton James Bailey, Jr. is the sonofKendolynandCarltonBailey. He is aTexasScholar,DistinguishedAchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety,servingasPresident. He was listed in Who’s Who AmongAmerican High School Students and wasa candidate for The Gates MillenniumScholarship. Carlton was a four-year Letterman oftheTexasTigersVarsityBaseballTeamandplayed on the 2009 4-A State ChampionTeam. He was named First Team All-DistrictduringhisSophomoreandJunioryearsandDistrictMVPduringhisSenioryear. Carlton was invited to play in theTexas State All-Star game and withTeamTexas,playingotherstateteams. HewasamemberofStudentCouncil,THSLeadershipandPresidentofCalculusClub. Carlton was offered academic andathletic scholarships from University ofMiami, StanfordUniversity,UniversityofTexas,BaylorUniversity,TuftsUniversity,Boston College and Southern ArkansasUniversity. He accepted an academic scholarshipfrom Harvard University where he willattend,majoringinBusinessandPre-Law.

Kaitlyn Michelle Benbow is thedaughter of Sherry and Bryan Benbow.She is a Texas Scholar, DistinguishedAchievement Program graduate andmemberofNationalHonorSociety. She received Academic Awards inGovernment,Economics, IntegratedPhysicsandChemistry. Kaitlyn was a member of the LadyTigersVarsitySoccerTeam,VarsityCheerSquad, Student Council, Rosebud JuniorGardenClubandYoungRepublicans. She accepted a scholarship from theBobby J. and Anne H. Benbow Trustand will attendTexas A&M University –CollegeStation,majoringinBusinessandPre-Law.

Alana Dawn Briley is the daughterof Darlene and Harvey Briley. She is aTexasScholar,DistinguishedAchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. She received Academic Awards inSpanishI,EnglishIII,ReadySetTeachI,ApparelandGovernmentAP. Alana was a member of the LadyTigers Varsity SoccerTeam earning MostImprovedPlayer,SecondTeamAll-DistrictForward, Most Valuable Offensive Playerand was named an All-American ScholarfortheWestRegionbytheNationalSoccerCoaches Association of America. As amember of the LadyTigers VarsityTrackTeam,AlanaearnedSecondPlaceDistrictin the 400m, Second Place District inthe 800m and First Place District in the1600mRelay. ShewasamemberofStudentCouncil,Secretary of International Club andPresident of the MIC Club and DebateClub. Alanawas actively involved in theTHSLittleTheatreCompanyworkingonmusical and set construction, MIC ClubNeighborhoodCleanUp,HolidaySoccerCamp and as a Vacation Bible Schoolhelper. Alana was offered aTexarkana CollegeRisingStarScholarship. SheacceptedtheWattyMyersAthleticScholarship, Jared Beach MemorialScholarship,NoonLionsClubScholarshipand an academic scholarship from TexasA&M University – Texarkana where shewill attend prior to transferring to theUniversityofTexas–Austin,majoring inForeignLanguageEducation.

John Anderson Butler is the son ofKaren and Dean Butler. He is a TexasScholar, Distinguished AchievementProgram graduate, member of NationalHonor Society and Quill & ScrollInternational Honorary Society for HighSchoolJournalists. He was a member of theTexasTigersTennisTeam,BaseballTeam,CommercialPhotography Club, Statistics Club andCalculusClub,servingasVicePresident. HewasofferedanacademicscholarshipfromPrincetonUniversity. John accepted the Arkansas LotteryScholarship and an academic scholarshipfrom Ouachita Baptist University wherehe will attend, majoring in Biology andChemistry.

KaitlynnDaniellCoxisthedaughterofCaroleandJ.R.Cox.SheisaTexasScholar,Distinguished Achievement Programgraduate, member of National HonorSociety and Quill & Scroll InternationalHonorary Society for High SchoolJournalists. She received Academic Awards inChemistry I Honors, U.S. History DC,U.S.GovernmentandPoliticsAP. Kaitlynn was a four-year Letterman forthe LadyTigers Varsity SoccerTeam wheresheearnedSecondTeamAll-DistrictMidfieldduring her Junior year and First TeamAll-District Midfield during her Senioryear. She was named an All-AmericanScholarfortheWestRegionbytheNationalSoccer Coaches Association of America,All-Tournamentduringthe2010BorderCityShootoutandAcademicAll-State. ShewasamemberofStudentCouncil,THS Leadership and served as BusinessManagerfortheTigerYearbook.Kaitlynnreceived the Character First Award forPerseverance and thePresident’sVolunteerService Award. She has volunteered hertime with Tuesdays with Tigers, Runnin’WJRanch,HolidaySoccerCamp,TeacherAppreciation Day, Special Olympics andAmericanHeartWeek. Kaitlynn was offered academicscholarshipsfromCentenaryCollege,LyonCollegeandAbileneChristianUniversity. She accepted the Texas High SchoolVIPS Scholarship, Jared Beach MemorialScholarship and an academic scholarshipfromUniversityofCentralArkansaswhereshewillattend,majoringinHealthSciences&PhysicalTherapy.

Shundrea Shanese Flowers is thedaughterofSheilaFlowers.SheisaTexasScholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. She was the recipient of an AcademicAward in Interior Design & Apparel andthePresident’sVolunteerServiceAward. Shundrea was a member of StudentCouncil, Calculus Club, Key Club,Rosebud Junior Garden Club and TexasHighHighsteppers. She accepted an academic scholarshipfrom Stephen F. Austin State Universitywhereshewillattend,majoringinInteriorDesign&Business.

JenniferRoseGarrettisthedaughterofMicheleGarrettandJerryGarrett.SheisaTexas Scholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. She received Academic Awards forGovernment,LeadershipandMathModels,aswellasthePresidentialLeadershipAward. Jennifer was a four-year member ofStudentCouncil,SeniorClassVicePresidentand served as Captain of the Texas TigersVarsity Cheer Squad. She was activelyinvolved in THS Leadership, YoungRepublicans,YoungLifeandTuesdayswithTigers. SheacceptedanacademicscholarshiptoTexasA&MUniversity–Texarkanawhereshewillattend,majoringinEducation.

Matthew James Hendrickson is thesonofLisaandJimHendrickson.HeisaTexas Scholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. He was a member of the Texas TigersGolfTeam,StudentCouncilandRiskClub.Matthew is anEagleScout,volunteers forthe Randy Sams Shelter and is an activemember of St. James Episcopal ChurchwhereheservesasaThurifer. Matthew was offered the MuleriderSuccess Scholarship from SouthernArkansasUniversity. He will attend the College of Arts &SciencesattheUniversityofTexas.

Garrett Wade Krobot is the son ofShelleyandRandyKrobot. He isaTexasScholar, Distinguished Achievement Programgraduate, University Interscholastic LeagueScholar and member of National HonorSociety,servingasParliamentarian. He was Secretary of Student Counciland attendedboth theState andNationalConventions. Garrett was a member ofTHSLeadership,CalculusClub,KeyClub,International Club and Vice President ofYoungRepublicans. Garrett was a four-year Letterman forthe Texas Tigers Football Team receivingthe Fighting Heart Award and AcademicAll-StateHonorableMention. HeisagraduateofLeadershipTexarkana’sToday’sYouthTomorrow’sLeaders,attendedthe Rotary Youth Leadership Camp andreceivedtheRotaryYouthLeadershipAward.Garrett was invited to attend the Peopleto People Ambassador Program and wasnamedaCharacterFirstAwardrecipientforResponsibility. GarrettearnedthePresident’sVolunteerService Award and the Hero Award forGold Status as a blood donor. He is anactive volunteer for Runnin’ WJ Ranch,Randy Sams Shelter, Special Olympics,Tuesdays with Tigers, Highland ParkHistoricDistrictFallFestivalandamemberofHeritageBaptistChurch. GarrettwasofferedacademicscholarshipsfromStephenF.AustinStateUniversityandSouthernArkansasUniversity. He accepted the Texarkana AreaA&M Club Scholarship and an academicscholarship from Texas A&M University– College Station where he will attendthe Mays Business School, majoring inManagement.

JoshuaEugeneLacyisthesonofNancyLacyandTimLacy.HeisaTexasScholar,Distinguished Achievement Programgraduate and member of National HonorSociety. He was a member of the TexasTigers Baseball Team and was active inTigerVision.JoshuaisanEagleScout,RedCross Lifeguard and an active member ofFirst Baptist Church where he is involvedinFusionMinistries. He accepted the Ferguson Scholarshipand the Ouachita Baptist UniversityScholars Scholarship where he will attendtheHonorsProgram,majoring inEnglishand Christian Studies and serving as amemberoftheFootballTeam.

John Kaleb Loe is the son of Shaunaand JohnLoe. He is aTexasScholar andmemberofNationalHonorSociety. HereceivedAcademicAwardsinMetalFabrication and Agriculture Mechanics IandII.

John was a member of theTexas HighBand, DECA, Future Farmers of Americaand4-HClub. He will attend Texarkana Collegespecializing in Welding, Auto Body &SmallEngineRepairVocationalPrograms.

WillieGeneMcClureIII isthesonofBeverlyandWillieMcClure.HeisaTexasScholar, University Interscholastic LeagueScholar and member of National HonorSociety. He received Academic Awards inChemistryIPre-AP,AlgebraIIPre-APandEnglishIVDC. WilliewasamemberoftheTexasTigersVarsity Basketball Team serving as TeamCaptain and MostValuable Player duringhisJuniorandSenioryears.HewasnamedFirst Team All-District, Academic All-District, District Most Valuable Player,All-DistrictMostValuablePlayerandFirstTeam All-Area. Willie was also activelyinvolvedinStudentCouncil. He was offered academic and athleticscholarships from Stephen F. Austin StateUniversity, Southern Arkansas UniversityandWileyCollege. Willie accepted the Dennie MeisingerScholarship and the Presidential andAcademic Achievement Scholarships fromUniversity of North Texas where he willattend,majoringinBiologyandBusiness.

Megan Denise Mervish is thedaughter of Susan Mervish and the lateRandy Mervish. She is a Texas Scholar,Distinguished Achievement Programgraduate and member of National HonorSociety. She was a member of Rosebud JuniorGarden Club, Student Council, THSLeadership and is actively involved in theSt.Edward’sCatholicChurchSeniorYouthGroup. MeganacceptedanacademicscholarshipfromTexasA&MUniversitywhereshewillattend,majoringinGeneralStudies.

Weston Blake Mills is the son ofDeborah and Ron Mills. He is a TexasScholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. He received Academic Awards inArchitecturalGraphics,Keyboarding,BrassEnsembleandForensics. WeswasamemberofStudentCouncil,CalculusClub,InteractClubandtheTHSBandearningAll-RegionBandduring thepastthreeyears.HeisanEagleScoutandvolunteershistimeasaCampPrestonHuntScoutDayCampCounselor,JurorforTeenCourt, Usher for the Perot Theatre andVolunteerAssistantwithJuniorCotillion. He was selected for the Rotary YouthLeadershipAwardprogramandcompletedtheCaddoAreaCouncilJuniorLeadershipProgram. Wes received the Gold Cupfor five years of Superior Rating in theNational Federation Junior Festival PianoCompetition, was selected to attend theUniversity of Texas Summer Academyin Architecture and served as a StudentAmbassador for the People To Peopleprogram participating in service projectsabroad and throughout the U.S. He isa member of Hardy Memorial UnitedMethodist Church and participates in theYouth Group and the Community Mealprogram. Wes was offered the PresidentialScholarship from Centenary College,a Millsaps Award and Second CenturyScholarship from Millsaps College, AP/IBAward and the Mood Scholar AwardScholarshipsfromSouthwesternUniversityandanacademicscholarshipfromSouthernArkansasUniversity. He accepted the Odyssey Honors,Distinction Award in Global Awareness,theHendrixScholarship and an academicscholarship from Hendrix College wherehe will attend, majoring in Biology &Pre-Medicine.

JamesMorrissNortonisthesonofLisaandCharlesNorton.HeisaTexasScholarandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. He was a member of the CalculusClub and a four-year Letterman for theTigerShark Swim Team, receiving theAcademicAll-AmericanAward. JamesisanEagleScoutwithBronzeandGold Palms and was the Vigil Recipientof the Order of the Arrow BSA HonorAssociation, the highest award that canbe achieved inScouting. Additionally,heearned the Caddo Area Council Order oftheArrowDistinguishedServiceAward,theGod&CountryAward,wasnamedCampPioneerLodgeChief and represented areaBoyScoutsduringthe100YearAnniversaryattheWorldJamboreeinEngland.JamesisamemberofFirstPresbyterianChurch,participatingintheirPraiseBand. HewasofferedanacademicscholarshipfromCentenaryCollege. Jamesacceptedanacademicscholarshipfrom Ouachita Baptist University wherehewillattend,majoringinChemistryandMusic.

Logan Rush Rainey is the son ofStephanieandJimmyRainey.HeisaTexasScholar and member of National HonorSociety. He was a Catcher and four-yearLetterman for the Texas Tigers VarsityBaseball Team, playing on the 2009 4-AStateChampionshipTeamandassistingwithyouthbaseballcampsduringthesummer. Logan was a member of StudentCouncil, Calculus Club, Statistics Club,Risk Club, Young Republicans and hasplayedpianofornineyears. He was offered academic scholarshipsfrom Southern Arkansas University,TexasA&MUniversity–CollegeStationandtheFreshman Scholarship from University ofNorthTexas. Logan will attend the Universityof Arkansas – Fayetteville majoring inBio-Engineering.

Caitlin Michelle Seale is the daughterof Rebecca and Richard Seale. She is aTexas Scholar and member of NationalHonorSociety. She was a member of the THSVolleyball, Basketball and Softball Teamsand was actively involved in RosebudJunior Garden Club, Young Republicans,Student Council, Art Club, StatisticsClub and Psychology Club. She is amember of Walnut Church of Christandparticipates in art classes at theArtistHideaway.

She accepted an academic scholarshipfromOklahomaChristianUniversitywhereshe will attend, majoring in MechanicalEngineering.

Charles Wayne Smith is the son ofCarol and Charles Smith. He is a TexasScholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. He received Academic Awards inPhysics, Math Models, Government DCandEconomicsandwasnamedtheAwardofExcellencerecipientinSocialStudies. Wayne was a member of StudentCouncil and a four-year Letterman forthe Texas Tigers Soccer Team, serving asCaptain three of those years. He earnedAcademic All-State in Soccer from theTexas Association of Soccer Coaches andwas voted Most Improved during hisFreshman year, Second Team All-DistrictGoalkeeper and Sophomore of the YearRunnerUpduringhisSophomoreyearandFirstTeam All-District Goalkeeper duringhisJuniorandSenioryears. He was offered academic scholarshipsfrom East Texas Baptist University,MidwesternStateUniversity,UniversityofTexas at Tyler and University of CentralArkansas. WayneacceptedtheMinton’sSportsplexAthletic Scholarship and an academicscholarship from Ouachita BaptistUniversity where he will attend, majoringinHistoryandEducationandservingasamemberoftheSoccerTeam.

Travesa Eliza Watts is the daughterof Frances and Travis Watts. She is aTexas Scholar, Distinguished AchievementProgram graduate and member of NationalHonorSociety. She received an Academic Award forMarketingDynamicsDCandwasamemberof the Texas Tigers Junior Varsity TennisTeam. TravesawasinvolvedinStudentCouncil,InteractClub,DECA,ZetaPhiBetaSororityArchonettes Club and Rosebud JuniorGardenClub,servingasSecretary. She was offered a Texarkana CollegeRisingStarScholarship. Travesaacceptedanacademicscholarshipfrom Texas A&M University – Texarkanawhereshewillattend,majoringinNursing.

MorganBrittanyWoodisthedaughterof Kathy and Greg Wood. She is aTexasScholar, Distinguished Achievement Programgraduate and member of National HonorSociety. ShewasamemberofStudentCouncil,Young Republicans, four-year member ofthe Texas High Highsteppers Drill Teamand completed an Independent ResearchProjectduringherJunioryear. Morganwaschosenasthe2008TexarkanaBoots andSaddleClubQueen, 2008LittleRiver County Queen and the 2008 FourStates Fair and Rodeo Queen. She is a14-year dance student and was a Top TenFinalist in Barrel Racing and Pole Bendingfor the Southwest Arkansas High SchoolRodeoAssociation. She was offered academic scholarshipsfrom Houston Baptist University, TexasChristian University, Southern ArkansasUniversity, Texas A&M University –TexarkanaaswellasantheProvost’sGoldScholarship and an academic scholarshipfromBaylorUniversity. Morgan accepted the Joey RanchScholarship, Texarkana Area A&M ClubScholarship, the State of Texas Top10%Scholarship and an academic scholarshipfrom Texas A&M University – CollegeStationwhereshewillattend,majoring inBiomedicalScience.

Lane Alexander Youngblood is theson of Sharon and Darryl Youngblood.He is a Texas Scholar, DistinguishedAchievement Program graduate, memberof International Thespian Society andNational Honor Society, serving asCo-President. He was voted Most Friendly Boy andwas a member of theTexasTigersVarsityCross Country Team, Student Council,THSLittleTheatreCompanyandPresidentofTexasAssociationofFutureEducators. Lane was actively involved in theUniversityInterscholasticLeagueAcademicTeam in Current Events, Ready Writing,SpellingandVocabularywhereheadvancedto the Regional Level during three of hisfouryears. Lanewasofferedacademic scholarshipsfrom Henderson State University andBaylorUniversity. He accepted an academic scholarshipfrom Tulane University where he willattend,majoringinBiologyandArt.

CUMLAUDEGRADUATES

JohnMillerBrooksisthesonofTiffanyand Mike Leherr. He is aTexas Scholar,member of National Honor Society andQuill & Scroll International HonorarySocietyforHighSchoolJournalists.Millerwill attend Pennsylvania State University,majoringinBusiness.

LaurenAshleyBrooks is thedaughterof Jessica and Derek Ballard. She is aTexas Scholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonor Society. Lauren accepted theScentsy Family Foundation Scholarship,FredJ.MillerLeadershipScholarship,TexasHighSchoolBandBoosterScholarshipandan academic scholarship fromTexas A&MUniversity – Texarkana where she willattend,majoringinNursing.

Stephanie Ruth Clement is thedaughter of Darla and Allen Clement.She is a Texas Scholar, DistinguishedAchievement Program graduate and amember of National Honor Society.Stephaniewasofferedacademicscholarshipsfrom Ouachita Baptist University andSouthern Arkansas University. Sheaccepted an academic scholarship fromUniversityofArkansas–Fayettevillewhereshewillattend,majoringinPharmacology.

Sherry Alexandra Compton is thedaughter of Sherry Alexander and KeithCompton. She is a Texas Scholar andDistinguished Achievement Programgraduate. Sherry accepted a TexarkanaCollegeRisingStarScholarshipwhere shewillattend,majoringinNursing.

Natalie Keaton Cordray is thedaughter of Kelly and Greg Cordray.She is a Texas Scholar, DistinguishedAchievement Program graduate and amember of National Honor Society.Keaton was offered the Aggie Mom’sClub Scholarship. She accepted thePost 9/11 GI Bill Scholarship andan academic scholarship from OuachitaBaptistUniversitywhereshewillattend,majoring in Biology & Pre-DentalMedicine.

Alayna Camille Cummings is thedaughterofRobbinandAdamCummings.SheisaTexasScholarandaDistinguishedAchievement Program graduate. Alaynaaccepted an academic scholarship fromTexasA&MUniversity–Texarkanawhereshewillattend,majoringinBiology.

Willis Lee Ellis III is the son ofDeborah Ellis and Willis Ellis, Jr. He isa Texas Scholar and member of NationalHonor Society. Willis will attend TexasA&MUniversity–Texarkana,majoringinComputerSciences.

De’Janae Kalyse Farr is the daughterofTammy Farr and Herbert Farr. She isa Texas Scholar and member of NationalHonor Society. De’Janae accepted theDiversity Awareness Scholarship and willattend University of Oklahoma, majoringinNursing.

Mackenzie Nicole Hammer is thedaughter of Regina Hammer and JeffreyHammer.SheisaTexasScholar.Mackenziewas offered academic scholarships fromCentralBaptistUniversityandLeTourneauUniversity. She accepted the Jared BeachMemorial Scholarship. Mackenzie willattendUniversityofArkansas–Fayetteville,majoringinPoliticalScience&Pre-Law.

Kaleigh Brooke Harmon is thedaughter of Shelly Harmon. She is aTexasScholar,memberofNationalHonorSocietyandInternationalThespianSociety.Kaleigh accepted the Texas HighSteppersScholarship and will attend University ofCentral Arkansas, majoring in Biology &PhysicalTherapy.

Destiny Dashelle Holley is thedaughter of Cindy and Joe Dastillon.She is a Texas Scholar, DistinguishedAchievementProgramgraduate,memberofNationalHonorSocietyandQuill&ScrollInternational Honorary Society for HighSchool Journalists. Destiny was offeredan academic scholarship from SouthernArkansas University. She accepted anacademic scholarship from Universityof Arkansas – Little Rock where she willattend,majoringinNursing.

KayliaRaeshawnHouffisthedaughterof Charnell and Cecil Houff. She is aTexas Scholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety. Kaylia accepted theTexasHigh School VIPS Scholarship and theChristi Watson Scholarship. She willattendUniversityofArkansas–LittleRock,majoringinNursing&Pre-Medicine.

Rocky Martin Hudson is the son ofCindyandRockyHudson. He isaTexasScholar and member of National HonorSociety. Rocky was offered academicscholarships from Centenary College,TexasA&M University and Southern ArkansasUniversity.HeacceptedtheProvost’sGoldScholarship from Baylor University wherehewillattend,majoringinPre-Medicine.

Cori Colleen Jackson is the daughterof Cathrine and Ron Jackson. She is aTexas Scholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety.CoriwillattendUniversityof Arkansas – Fayetteville, majoring inBiology&Pre-Medicine.

James Austin Lloyd is the son of Ritaand Craig Lloyd. He is a Texas Scholarand member of National Honor Society.JamesacceptedtheDr.JohnNancyHenryScholarship and will attend TexarkanaCollegefollowedbyUniversityofArkansasfor Medical Sciences – Little Rock,majoringinNursing.

Rosalyn Mishelle Loudermilk isthe daughter of Sheri Cook and HenryLoudermilk. She is a Texas Scholar,DistinguishedAchievementProgramgraduateand member of National Honor Society.Rosalyn was offered academic scholarshipsfrom University of Arkansas and SouthernArkansas University. She accepted theWalMart Foundation Scholarship andWalMart Associates Scholarship. She willattendUniversityofNorthTexas,majoringinEducation.

Shemariah Grace Matlock is thedaughter of Carletta Matlock. She is aTexas Scholar, Distinguished AchievementProgram graduate, AVID graduate andmember of National Honor Society.Shemariah was offered the University ofNorth Texas Emerald Eagle Scholarshipand academic scholarships fromPhilanderSmith, Houston Baptist University andPrairieViewA&MUniversity.SheacceptedtheAVIDScholarshipandtheDean’sGoldScholarship from Baylor University whereshe will attend, majoring in Biology &Pre-Medicine.

Danielle Tia Mays is the daughter ofKandhi and Frank Mays. She is a TexasScholar, Distinguished AchievementProgram graduate, member of NationalHonorSociety,Quill&ScrollInternationalHonorary Society for High SchoolJournalists and International ThespianSociety. Danielle will attend OklahomaStateUniversity,majoringinPsychology.

Logan Dawn McCormick is thedaughterofKelliandJosephMcCormick.She is a Texas Scholar, DistinguishedAchievement Program graduate, memberofNationalHonorSociety,Quill&ScrollInternational Honorary Society for HighSchoolJournalistsandNationalSocietyofHigh School Scholars. Logan will attendTexas A&M University – Texarkana,majoringinBusinessAdministration.

JohnHarrisMeldeisthesonofAngelaand Al Melde. He is a Texas Scholar,Distinguished Achievement Programgraduate, member of National HonorSociety, Quill & Scroll InternationalHonorary Society for High School

Journalists and International ThespianSociety. John will attend University ofNorthTexas,majoringinRadio,Television&FilmProduction.

Joshua Remington Moore is the sonofRhenee andPhillipS.Moore. He is aTexas Scholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonor Society. Joshua was offered anacademic scholarship from HendersonStateUniversity.Heacceptedanacademicscholarship from University of CentralArkansaswherehewillattend,majoringinElementaryEducation.

Cheri Kaitlyn Porterfield is thedaughter of Pam and Mike Porterfield.She is a Texas Scholar, DistinguishedAchievement Program graduate, memberof National Honor Society and Quill &Scroll International Honorary Societyfor High School Journalists. Kaitlyn wasoffered academic scholarships from TexasA&M University and Southern ArkansasUniversity. She accepted an academicscholarship from Stephen F. Austin StateUniversity where she will attend, workingasaPhotographerontheNewspaperStaffandmajoringinGraphicDesign.

Joseph Samuel Price is the son ofMarilyn and John Price. He is a TexasScholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonorSociety,servingasPresident.Josephaccepted an academic scholarship fromOklahoma State University where he willattend,majoringinPhilosophy.

Labreaya Donette Ridley is thedaughterofEllaGray.SheisaTexasScholar.She accepted an academic scholarshipfrom the University of Oklahoma whereshe will attend, majoring in Biology &Pre-Medicine.

Zachary Rolfe Robertson is theson of Tammy Littleton Robertson andDick Robertson. He is a Texas Scholar,Distinguished Achievement Programgraduate and member of National HonorSociety. Zacharyaccepted theTHSBandBoosters Scholarship, George McWilliamsScholarship and an academic scholarshipfromTexas A&M University –Texarkanawherehewillattend,majoringinComputerScience.

Taylor Leigh Robnett is the daughterof Melodie White and Dustin Robnett.She is a Texas Scholar, DistinguishedAchievement Program graduate andmemberofNationalHonorSociety.TaylorwillattendTexarkanaCollege,majoringinPhysicalTherapy.

Michael Carlo Saporito is the son ofJacqueline and Joseph Saporito. He is aTexas Scholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonor Society. Michael was offered anacademic scholarship from CentenaryCollege. HewillattendBaylorUniversitymajoringinBusinessAdministration.

Peter Rudolph Schneider is the sonof Ryan and Monty Murry and MattSchneider. He is a Texas Scholar andmember of National Honor Society.Peter accepted the Bill Lively ScholarshipandanathleticscholarshipfromHendersonState University where he will attend,majoring in Chemistry and serving as amemberoftheSwimTeam.

Taylor Bernice Nicole Smith is thedaughterofFederiaandChetSmith. SheisaTexasScholarandmemberofNationalHonor Society. Taylor accepted the RedRiver Federal Credit Union Scholarship,IotaPhiLambdaSorority,Inc.Scholarshipand the Maverick Promise ScholarshipfromUniversityofTexas–Arlingtonwhereshewillattend,majoringinNursing.

AylinRenaAishaSozenisthedaughterof Ayse Sozen and Alonzo Pierce. Sheis a Texas Scholar and a DistinguishedAchievementProgramgraduate.AylinwillattendTexasA&MUniversity–Texarkana,majoringinJournalism.

NathanielAaronSorensonisthesonofPaulaandMarneySorenson.HeisaTexasScholar and Distinguished AchievementProgram graduate. Nathan was offeredathletic scholarships from University ofKansas, Kansas State University, TexasChristian University, Baylor University,University of Mississippi, Universityof North Carolina and University ofMissouri. He accepted an athleticscholarship to Oklahoma State Universitywherehewillattend,majoringinBusinessAdministration & Pre-Law and serve as amemberoftheFootballTeam.

AshleePaigeStantonisthedaughterofPennyandKennyStanton.SheisaTexasScholar. Ashley was offered an academicscholarship from Texas A&M University– Texarkana. She accepted a TexarkanaCollegeRisingStarScholarshipwhere shewillattend,majoringinBiology.

Katherine Jeanette Thompson is thedaughterofStephenThompsonandthelateDeniseThompson.SheisaTexasScholarand member of National Honor Society.Katie accepted an athletic scholarshipfromMesaStateUniversitywhereshewillattend,majoringinBusinessandservingasamemberoftheSwimTeam.

Tiffany Allison Thompson is thedaughterofSherrieandChuckThompson.She is a Texas Scholar, DistinguishedAchievement Program graduate, memberof National Honor Society and Quill &Scroll International Honorary Society forHighSchoolJournalists.SheacceptedtheJared Beach Memorial Scholarship andthe Dean’s Academic Merit ScholarshipfromUniversityofArkansas–LittleRockwhereshewillattend,majoringinAnimalScience.

Bi-Isha Rishade Wrightner is thedaughter of Bobbie Wrightner. She is aTexas Scholar, Distinguished AchievementProgramgraduateandmemberofNationalHonor Society. Bi-Isha will attendUniversity of Arkansas – Fayetteville,majoringinNursing.

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