The top high school graduates for the Class of 2007 represent the best and brightest in the Big Country. Among the 161 valedictorians and salutatorians are aspiring doctors, engineers, music teachers, veterinarians and writers.

We're giving you a chance to learn more about these outstanding students: their school activities, future plans, favorite memories and advice for underclassmen. And, you can offer your congratulations by posting a comment at the end of the student's blog entry.

Posted by · May 27, 2007 6:00 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Nick and Irene Kuna

Grade average: 104.634

Future plans: Study biomedical engineering at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

School activities/honors: Revolution string ensemble, AP physics “C” rocketry team, United Way Youth Council, National Merit Scholarship winner, Miss AHS nominee.

What will you remember best about high school: All the activities I have participated in over the past four years have given me so many opportunities: to make great friends as well as provide me with educational experiences that will stay with me forever.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Study hard — it will pay off in the long run. Get involved in the activities that interest you, and have fun.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:41 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Michael and Nancy Winegeart

Grade average: 103.4

Future plans: Major in accounting at Abilene Christian University.

School activities/honors: Honor band, marching band saxophone section leader, UIL state band ensemble and solo, one of Top 5 Scholarly Athletes for track, Gold A Award in AP calculus, AP scholar.

What will you remember best about high school: High school was a great time to make new friends that I would never have had the opportunity to meet otherwise. Going on out-of-town trips for band and track with these friends will probably be what I will miss the most.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t be afraid to use the talents that God has given you! Set high standards for yourself and have integrity in all that you do. People may try to make fun of you by calling you a “nerd” or an “over-achiever,” but just ignore it. In the long run, you will be much better off.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:40 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Dr. David and Ruth Stark

Grade average: 104.69

Future plans: Study engineering and play soccer at Colorado School of Mines.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, Physics Club, Spanish Club, Calculus Club, 1200 Club, Rensselaer Medalist for outstanding achievement in mathematics and science, rocket team, swimming, soccer team captain.

What will you remember best about high school: Swimming. I walked onto the team my junior year without any previous swimming experience. Coach Randall Allen accepted all athletes. Everyone was made to believe that they had potential, and everyone improved because coach made swimming fun. His dry sense of humor, blaring rock music at practice, and constant encouragement helped us enjoy his grueling practices. I constantly surprised myself with a new personal best time when we went to meets. We qualified both of my years swimming for the regional meet in Lubbock under his guidance. Coach Allen is a great coach!

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Challenge yourself with harder classes and get involved in sports.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:39 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Robert and Thoa Rittenhouse

Grade average: 104.5853

Future plans: Double major in physics and music education at the University of Tulsa.

School activities/honors: Orchestra, Revolution, French honor society, National Merit finalist, Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award.

What will you remember best about high school: The teachers who really inspired curiosity about new things.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Determination is the biggest factor in success. Never give up your dreams.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:39 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Mike and Jennifer Rapstine

Grade average: 101

Future plans: Study biology and nutritional sciences with a pre-medical concentration at Baylor University.

School activities/honors: National Merit Scholarship winner, UIL literary criticism team captain for three years, student athletic trainer, National Honor Society, Tri-Hi-Y chaplain and treasurer.

What will you remember best about high school: Winning the state football game in 2004 and traveling with the boys basketball team to the state finals this year.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Stay focused in everything that you do. The key to excelling in high school, and even in life in general, is to find a balance between friends, family, school and a social life. Now is the prime time to learn how to manage your time so you can accomplish everything you desire. Sometimes you must do things you really wish you didn’t have to, but the most productive way to get through high school is to buckle down and do the dirty work so you can have a little fun in the meantime.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:39 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Drs. Dennis and Janelle O’Connell

Grade average: 100.87

Future plans: Major in biology and minor in Spanish and gerontology at St. Bonaventure University in New York.

School activities/honors: Texas Junior Miss, Taylor County Junior Miss, 2005 TAAF summer state track 3200m champion, NASA High School Aerospace Scholar and Mentor, soccer team captain, cross country, track, National Honor Society secretary, Student Council co-chair.

What will you remember best about high school: 6:15 a.m. cross country and soccer practices! Getting up early everyday helped me develop determination and perseverance as I worked toward improving myself and my athletic abilities.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Author Ursula K. Le Guin once said, “It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters in the end.” Make the most of every opportunity in high school, whether that means studying for a test, serving others by volunteering in the community, or giving 100 percent at an athletic competition. Remember to enjoy every moment. High school will be over before you know it.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:38 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Dr. Darryl and Cindy Jinkerson

Grade average: 97.8147

Future plans: Major in nursing and minor in missions and Spanish at Abilene Christian University.

School activities/honors: Cheerleading, state golf team, theater productions, senior class president, National Honor Society president.

What will you remember best about high school: Friendships.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Be involved and don’t waste opportunities.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:37 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Drs. B.J. and Dana McMichael

Grade average: 97.7024

Future plans: Attend Abilene Christian University. Become a well-known novelist.

School activities/honors: Student Council, National Honor Society, National Merit Scholar, track and Encore choir.

What will you remember best about high school: Mrs. Gilbreth — great teacher.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Carpe diem (seize the day).

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:36 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Joel Kemp and Donna Douglas

Grade average: 3.53

Future plans: Pursuing an associate’s degree in auto mechanics from Cisco Junior College.

School activities/honors: Orchestra, tennis, 2004-05 Most Improved Student award, 2005-06 Student of the Year, 2006-07 Student of the Year.

What will you remember best about high school: The Kiser family. Principal Jerry Kiser has always been willing to give me another chance and has always been there for me.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Do your work. It’s worth it.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:35 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parent: Clara Richardson

Grade average: 3.49

Future plans: Attending McMurry University and pursuing a pre-medical degree.

School activities/honors: Band, choir, theater, all honors classes.

What will you remember best about high school: Coming to Eagle Academy and experiencing something different. It ended up being the perfect learning environment for me. It was very laid back with a perfect support mechanism.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Stick with it. Teachers aren’t as stupid as you think they are.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:34 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Jose Rocha and Irma Rodriguez, Rodrigo Rocha and Dora Rocha

Grade average: 95.72 *

Future plans: Study nursing at Hardin-Simmons University. Become a pediatric nurse, then go on to be a pediatrician.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, Student Council, class president, Lions Club, District Queen for Lions Club.

What will you remember best about high school: The times I shared with my friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: High school is not a game. Have fun, but know when to be serious.

*The ranking system is based on weighted classes, so it is possible for the salutatorian’s GPA to be higher than the valedictorian’s.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:33 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Gaspar Alvarez and Evangelina Alvarez

Grade average: 97 *

Future plans: Major in nursing, or pre-medical, osteopathic physician.

School activities/honors: Daughters of American Revolution Good Citizen, Miss Albany High School, MVP tennis award, MVP defensive player volleyball, Kirk Holson “Rope Holder” award.

What will you remember best about high school: The experience of the year as a senior as a whole.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Always give it your best effort in anything and everything you do. Have confidence in yourself, but at the same time be a humble person.

*The ranking system is based on weighted classes, so it is possible for the salutatorian’s GPA to be higher than the valedictorian’s.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:32 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Chuck and Angela Wheeler

Grade average: 102.33

Future plans: Majoring in chemistry at Texas Tech University.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society president, Student Council president, state-qualifying mock trial team, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, drum major.

What will you remember best about high school: The friends I have grown up with through the years in my home town. Anson High School itself is a memory I will never forget.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: It is important that underclassmen have no regrets when they walk across the stage their senior year. Try and pursue what you want to do.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:31 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Dale and Rhonda Spurgin

Grade average: 98.712

Future plans: Major in education and minor in theater at Hardin-Simmons University. Teach elementary education or high school theater.

School activities/honors: Honorable mention twice for All-Star Cast for one-act play, National Honor Society secretary, Fellowship of Christian Athletes vice president, physics and algebra awards.

What will you remember best about high school: All the homework, the great teachers and awesome friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Make tons of friends because school really isn’t all that fun without them. One piece of advice that helped me out immensely was never give up your sophomore year because most people slack off that year.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:30 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Pat and Cindy Hill

Grade average: 4.41

Future plans: Major in pre-medicine at Hardin-Simmons University.

School activities/honors: Tennis, voted Most Likely to Succeed, basketball, FFA, Spanish Club.

What will you remember best about high school: Mrs. Thaxton’s chemistry class.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Set goals and do your best to achieve them.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:29 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Raul and Bertha Lujan

Grade average: 3.98

Future plans: Double major in accounting and Spanish at Texas Tech University.

School activities/honors: Overall Spanish Award, Mathematics Award, History Award, cross country state qualifier freshman and senior year, National Honor Society vice president.

What will you remember best about high school: Going to state my freshman year with teammate Brandon Kolb.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: It is not about what you achieve, but about the lessons learned through those achievements.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:28 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Keith and Rita Morgan, Bob and Carol Hubbard

Grade average: 99.58

Future plans: Major in music education at Abilene Christian University.

School activities/honors: Band, one-act play, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Beta Club, UIL academics.

What will you remember best about high school: How much I enjoyed being with my friends and teachers.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Be good leaders for future underclassmen. Do not be afraid to chase your dreams, and always be thankful for what God has blessed you with.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:27 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Randy and Cindy Bessent

Grade average: 97.21

Future plans: Attend Texas Tech University.

School activities/honors: Varsity cheerleader, Beta Club president, Student Council secretary, homecoming queen, queen of Baird High School.

What will you remember best about high school: All of my friends and all of the things I have been able to experience.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Always do your best in everything you do.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:26 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: R.J. and Diane Laird

Grade average: 104.2456

Future plans: Major in computer science at the University of Texas at Dallas and earn a master’s degree.

School activities/honors: UIL science, UIL computer applications, band, Rotary Interact, National Honor Society.

What will you remember best about high school: The teachers. My teachers know their students well, know the best way to educate them and know how to make their classes enjoyable.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Take advantage of every chance to expand your knowledge. You will be one step more ahead of your classmates by doing so.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:25 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Barry and Terri Jackson

Grade average: 101.0344

Future plans: Attend Texas State University.

School activities/honors: Rotary Interact treasurer, Class 2A state calculator applications champion, voted Most Likely to Succeed, Ballinger Rotary Club sweetheart, National Honor Society member.

What will you remember best about high school: The friendships I have formed with classmates throughout high school.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Strive for excellence in everything they do.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:24 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Charles R. and Donna C. Hall

Grade average: 100.5116

Future plans: Majoring in English or communications at Angelo State University.

School activities/honors: TGCA basketball academic all-state, Lion’s Club Student of the Month, National Merit commended student, UIL prose interpretation district champion, head drum major.

What will you remember best about high school: I will always remember and be thankful for the many, many adventures and for the people I have been blessed in knowing. One specific occasion I will not forget is when I discovered my sophomore year that literature was something to be learned from, something one could ask questions about, something that could be dug into. When English teacher Judith Goates had read the short story I had come into her room to find, she looked up at me and asked: “Why was there sunshine in that one spot?” It wasn’t the type of question I was used to being asked, something I could just spit a fact back to and answer. I had to think. And it opened a whole new door for me.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Be diligent, be patient, remember to smile and breathe, and above all, seek God and His Truth in all you do.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:23 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Grandparents: Johnny and Kathy Ramirez

Grade average: 98.49

Future plans: Major in accounting at Baylor University.

School activities/honors: Band, National Honor Society, UIL accounting, color guard, Who’s Who Among American High School Students.

What will you remember best about high school: The whole experience has prepared me to take on the next step in my life.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Keep on working hard to achieve your goals and it will pay off in the end.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:22 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Teresa Faye Kuehler and Larry Mark Kuehler

Grade average: 94.72

Future plans: Attend Vernon College, where I received a $2,000 scholarship to major in accounting. I would like to finish there in one year and later transfer to MSU to further my education in accounting.

School activities/honors: A Honor Roll, perfect attendance all four years, basketball, volleyball, cross country, track, class secretary/treasurer freshman, sophomore, and senior year, student council, UIL regional spelling qualifier.

What will you remember best about high school: Some of the teachers I had throughout all of high school who taught me many valuable lessons and the true friendships I created.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Always work hard for what you want to achieve and let no one stand in your way. Use the support of those who surround you to prove everyone who does not believe in you wrong.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:21 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Billy Carl Benson and Kathy Anne Reynolds

Grade average: 92.36

Future plans: Attend Midwestern State University and major in accounting.

School activities/honors: Cross country, volleyball, basketball, regionals all three years in pole vault and triple jump, cross examination debate state level, one-act play regional level and best actress at zone.

What will you remember best about high school: The friends I made and how we were all classified in one clique. There were no jocks, or the preps, or the one pretty girl that everyone admired yet was afraid of at the same time. Benjamin might be small, but I won’t ever forget home.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: No matter what happens, stick with it because in the end, you’ll regret not doing something you have the passion for. Don’t let anyone stop you from doing what makes your adrenaline rush — it’s the greatest feeling in the world. Remember, everything you do is exactly what you wanted in the moment you were in.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:20 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Mel and Lorna Juan

Grade average: 4.0

Future plans: Major in biology at Southern Methodist University.

School activities/honors: Varsity tennis, Spanish Club, National Honor Society, homecoming king nominee, Big Spring Optimist Club Student of the Year, honor roll, Who’s Who Among American High School Students.

What will you remember best about high school: My calculus teacher because while he was a perfectionist, at the same time he cared for us and he took us to do a lot of fun stuff.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Take challenging courses in high school that will prepare you for college and still have fun.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:19 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Susan and Clark Lowery, John Rains

Future plans: Major in accounting at the University of Texas at Austin.

School activities/honors: Newspaper staff, UIL academics, All-State Journalism Staff, French horn section leader, symphonic honor band, baton twirling, AP Scholar, National Honor Society, Key Club, gifted and talented Student of the Year, Optimist Club Youth Appreciation Award, other academic honors.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:18 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Jerry Neal Watts and Brenda Joyce Watts

Grade average: 98

Future plans: Majoring in computer science at Angelo State University and joining the ROTC unit there. After four years, I will be commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Air Force.

School activities/honors: Football, track, basketball, Family Career and Community Leaders of America, 4-H.

What will you remember best about high school: All the friends I have made more than anything else.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Do all the activities you can while in school because you only have one chance and will never be able to again.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:17 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Vic and Zina Meyer

Grade average: 97.392

Future plans: Double major in animal science and history at Texas Tech University. After college, attend veterinarian school and receive a DVM.

What will you remember best about high school: All of the funny times with my friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Go for your dream and don’t let anybody tell you it can’t be done.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:16 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Grade average: 93.04

School activities/honors: Yearbook, basketball, track, dance team.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:15 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: James Bowden and Wendy Morris

Grade average: 91.6

Future plans: Major in accounting at Angelo State University.

School activities/honors: Football, basketball, golf, tennis, track, one-act play, UIL regional meet in number sense.

What will you remember best about high school: I will never forget all the help the staff and community have offered. They have been a very good influence on my personality and work ethic.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Stay focused and never give up. You have to work hard for what you want.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:14 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Mon Sei and Kong Sei

Grade average: 4.1208

Future plans: Major in pre-medical field at North Texas University.

School activities/honors: Student Council president, honor society vice president, senior class vice president, cheerleading squad captain, Drama Club vice president, Buckaroo Queen of the Coronation.

What will you remember best about high school: Being able to get to know new people every day in high school.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Never lose your dreams or goals. Stay ambitious and optimistic and all the hard work will pay off in the end.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:13 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: David and Janet Dossey

Grade average: 4.1125

Future plans: Major in business at Angelo State University.

School activities/honors: Band, drum major, National Honor Society, UIL science and math teams, Drama Club.

What will you remember best about high school: Being drum major in band my senior year.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Be involved in extracurricular activities because they make high school a lot more enjoyable.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:12 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Kary Rawlings and the late David Rawlings

Grade average: 3.933

Future plans: Attend Tarleton State University.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:11 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Laila and Bud Johnson

Grade average: 3.801

Future plans: Attend Texas Tech University.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:10 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Rene and Kimon Faubion

Future plans: Major in business at Angelo State University.

What will you remember best about high school: Playing in Brookesmith’s first football playoff game in almost 10 years.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Set your goals and do whatever it takes to reach them.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:09 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Dwayne and Rita Richardson

Future plans: Major in business at Angelo State University.

What will you remember best about high school: My friends — without their support I don’t think I could have made it this far.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Never give up. No matter how hard your life seems, there is always someone elsewhere whose life is harder.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:08 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Sandra and Ralph Mann

Grade average: 4.31

Future plans: Attend the College of William and Mary.

School activities/honors: UIL, Students Against Destructive Decisions, Student Council, Key Club, debate.

What will you remember best about high school: The friendships.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t let anyone tell you that something is impossible; if it’s your goal, then believe you can accomplish it.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:07 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Tim and Brenda Bumpas

Grade average: 4.22

Future plans: Attend the University of Texas at Dallas.

School activities/honors: UIL, DECA, drama, French Club, SADD.

What will you remember best about high school: The construction.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Stay focused, but have fun so when you are a senior, you will not be burned out.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:06 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Mya and Terry Roberson

Grade average: 3.95

Future plans: Attend medical school and become a neonatologist.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, UIL, band, FFA, Media Club.

What will you remember best about high school: My friends, whom I will never forget.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: “Don’t give up and don’t give in! You can always do more than you think!”

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:05 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Marvin and Kathy Ivie

Grade average: 3.95

Future plans: Attend Cisco Junior College and Tarleton State University and major in secondary mathematics education.

School activities/honors: Band, UIL literary criticism and accounting, National Honor Society, Music Honor Society.

What will you remember best about high school: Teachers’ willingness to help you achieve your full potential.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t ever be afraid to ask a teacher or friend for help in class.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:04 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Larry and Kim Villanueva

Grade average: 100.61

Future plans: Attending Vernon College for two years and playing softball. Want to be a veterinarian at a zoo some day.

School activities/honors: Big Brothers Big Sisters, varsity softball, basketball, track, Beta Club, senior class president, PALS.

What will you remember best about high school: Advancing to state in softball and playing at Red and Charline McCombs Field in Austin.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Dream big and never stop chasing your dreams. Never let anyone tell you, “You can’t,” because as long as you believe in yourself, you can do anything you set your mind to. Enjoy high school and live it to the fullest — it’ll be over before you know it.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:03 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Billy and Robin Dezern

Grade average: 99.933

Future plans: Attend Texas A & M University.

School activities/honors: Cheerleading, golf, FFA, Beta Club, UIL academics, FCA.

What will you remember best about high school: Football games and hanging out with friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t ever settle for anything less than your dreams, and always try your best.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:02 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Paige

Grade average: 101.229

Future plans: Attend Southwestern University

School activities/honors: Band president, student council vice president, all-region choir, UIL academics, three-year tennis team regional qualifier, yearbook co-editor, National Honor Society president, Spanish Club, Drama Club, FCCLA, Optimist Club Youth Award, Rotary Club Student of the Month Award, band sweetheart, homecoming queen, Wendy’s High School Heisman nominee.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:01 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Richard Weihert and Carol Mann

Grade average: 99.7

Future plans: Attend Howard College.

School activities/honors: Drum major, band secretary, student council president, officer in the national FFA, three-year regional qualifier in UIL academics, one-act play, yearbook business editor, National Honor Society, Spanish Club, Drama Club, 2005-06 All-District Band, Optimist Club Youth Award, band beau, Patrick S. Gilmore Band Award.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 10:00 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Earon and Kim Monroe, Jeff and Darla Tibbetts

Grade average: 5.33061

Future plans: Major in pre-dental at Texas Tech University and then attend Baylor College of Dentisty.

School activities/honors: Head cheerleader, National Honor Society, Student Council, class president, varsity track.

What will you remember best about high school: Football games.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Make the most of your time in high school and never let yourself look back and regret the moments spent there.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:59 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Tom and Debbie Nixon

Grade average: 5.1444

Future plans: Major in chemistry at Angelo State University and later attend Texas Tech University School of Pharmacy.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, Student Council, yearbook editor, three-time UIL computer applications regional qualifier, honors English II, III and IV highest average award.

What will you remember best about high school: Student Council activities.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Underclassmen need to stay focused and have fun. Don’t miss out on any opportunities that come your way because your best memories will be from the moments you least expected.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:58 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Kirk and Maureen Morris

Grade average: 101.069

Future plans: Attending Texas Christian University and majoring in accounting and being a part of the equestrian team.

School activities/honors: 2007 state champion UIL social studies team, National Honor Society president, Student Council president, TASSP Commended Scholar, elementary school mentor

What will you remember best about high school: Taping a picture of our UIL state championship plaque to our superintendent’s door with a note.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t wait until your senior year to worry about grades, college and the future.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:57 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Robert and Mary Margaret Cox

Grade average: 97.032

Future plans: Attend Texas Tech University Engineering School.

School activities/honors: Varsity golf; Student Council; first place steer at 2007 Houston Livestock Show.

What will you remember best about high school: Senior Skip Day.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Make good choices.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:56 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Raul Guerrero

Grade average: 5.07

Future plans: Major in accounting and Spanish at Texas Tech University.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:55 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Keith Dukes

Grade average: 4.95

Future plans: Major in pre-veterinary medicine at Tarleton State University.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:54 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Jackie and Roxie Thomas

Grade average: 6.28

Future plans: Attending the University of Texas at Austin and major in business marketing.

School activities/honors: Academic all-state Elite Team, National Honor Society, FFA, football, basketball, baseball, track, tennis, Cross Plains Male Athlete of the Year, National Merit Commended Scholar.

What will you remember best about high school: Competing in sports, building friendships and making so many memories and inside jokes.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Enjoy your high school years and have fun every minute. It goes by faster than you know.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:53 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: David and Mindy Estes

Grade average: 6.19

Future plans: Attend the commercial music program at South Plains College before transferring to Wayland Baptist University to earn a degree in worship ministry.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, Key Club, FFA, FCA, class officer all four years, football, basketball, track, baseball, UIL, first team academic all-state.

What will you remember best about high school: All the fun times and memories made with my friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Enjoy life — live it to the fullest. High school doesn’t last forever, so make the most of it.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:52 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Dr. Howard and Kelly Dickey

Grade average: 3.95

Future plans: Major in pre-medicine at the University of Texas.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, student council, mascot, outstanding freshman and most likely to succeed.

What will you remember best about high school: The friends and the lifetime of memories.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Enjoy every second because it goes by really fast.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:51 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: David and Vivian Menzel

Grade average: 3.68

Future plans: Major in political science at the University of Texas.

School activities/honors: Basketball, one-act play, student council, All-DHS, National Honor Society.

What will you remember best about high school: Friends that I had and the people that really care about you.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t make a big deal about things that probably don’t matter. Ask yourself if it’s still going to be a big deal in 10 years. If so, then you can worry about it.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:50 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Troy and Debby James

Grade average: 4.08

Future plans: Major in math at Texas A&M University.

School activities/honors: FFA president, National Honor Society president, football second team all-district, state champion power lifting, softball defensive player of the year.

What will you remember best about high school: The great experiences with friends in activities.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Be involved and don’t give up. Your senior year is closer than it appears.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:49 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Tinker and Theresa Lemke

Grade average: 3.907

Future plans: Attend Temple College and transfer to a university to double major in business and public relations.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, head cheerleader, softball district offensive player of the year, second in state for power lifting, First National Bank junior board of directors.

What will you remember best about high school: The relationships I built from all my sports and extracurricular activities.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Get involved and work hard all four years; it will pay off. Make a good first impression and hold your head up high, and be proud of who you are and what you stand for.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:48 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Jerry and Cynthia Bradley

Grade average: 5.67

Future plans: Angelo State University.

School activities/honors: Student Council president, Early Chamber of Commerce’s Junior Ambassador Club president, National Honor Society, FCCLA, accepted to honors college.

What will you remember best about high school: When the Early Longhorns went to the playoffs in football and did amazing.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Stay focused, do what you really like and don’t spread yourself too thin.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:47 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Mark and Vicky Sutherland

Grade average: 5.63

Future plans: Study electrical engineering at the University of Texas at Austin.

School activities/honors: Regional qualifier in hurdles for four years, state qualifier for UIL accounting, academic all-state first team football, National Honor Society, senior class president.

What will you remember best about high school: Getting my driver’s license.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Do your homework; it’s much easier to pass a class when there aren’t five zeros to compensate for.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:46 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Shawn and Lauri Brewer

Grade average: 100.31

Future plans: Major in English/literature at Howard Payne University.

School activities/honors: Varsity basketball, varsity softball, Beta Club president, UIL one-act play all-star cast, UIL feature writing and oral reading.

What will you remember best about high school: All my friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Make time to study.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:45 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Corrie Cowley and Gary Ford

Grade average: 99.71

Future plans: Attend Grinnell College in Iowa then attend graduate school for architecture or landscape architecture.

School activities/honors: Drum major for three years, Beta Club, fall play and one-act play four years, Key Club, area band.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Take the harder classes, study and be involved!

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:44 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Dr. Holly Lamb and Dan Young

Grade average: 87.58

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:43 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Sara and Steve Stephens

Grade average: 86.67

Future plans: Graduate from college and become multilingual. Work with an ESL program to improve it.

School activities/honors: Graduating on a recommended diploma plan in two years after entering high school upon moving from Mexico and speaking little or no English.

What will you remember best about high school: Teachers’ willingness to help.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: No matter how hard it may seem, don’t quit — never give up.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:42 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Randall and Danna Pennington

Grade average: 99.37

Future plans: Studying pre-pharmacy at Angelo State University then attending Texas Tech University’s School of Pharmacy for a doctorate in pharmacy.

School activities/honors: Beta Club, National High School Scholars, Student Council, Business Club, academic excellence awards.

What will you remember best about high school: All of my friends that I have had a blast with over the past four years. I wouldn’t trade the fun times of high school for anything.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Do your best in high school and learn everything you can possibly learn from your teachers. Believe me, all of this knowledge will be very useful in the future. Make sure you still have fun because these are some of the best years of your life.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:41 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Kelly Buford and Lisa Clark

Grade average: 97.45

Future plans: Earning a mechanical engineering degree from Texas A&M University.

School activities/honors: Beta Club, Eula Business Club, Student Council, UIL academics, academic excellence awards.

What will you remember best about high school: The friends and experiences I’ve had in high school.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Remember to always do as much as you can with your friends because it’s likely you’ll never see some of them again.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:40 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Glen and Darla Schwartz

Grade average: 101

Future plans: Pursue a degree in pharmacology at the University of Texas.

School activities/honors: Academic all-state football, all-state defensive end, national qualifying ag mechanics team, UIL science regional qualifier, National Honor Society secretary.

What will you remember best about high school: The camaraderie and leadership skills gained through athletics.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Try hard and be prepared from day one.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:39 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Mark and Ginny Major

Grade average: 99

Future plans: Major in biomedical science at Texas A&M University.

School activities/honors: Student Council president, National Honor Society president, junior class president, first in district FFA farm skills for two years, UIL computer applications regional qualifier.

What will you remember best about high school: The people I have spent the past 13 years with and the fun and goofy times we have had together.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Participate in everything you can because you never get a second chance.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:38 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Kelly and Christi Barton

Grade average: 97.48

Future plans: Earn a master’s degree in accounting from Tarleton State University then become a CPA at an accounting firm.

School activities/honors: Senior and junior class president, Lion’s Club Student of the Year, voted Most Likely to Succeed, one-act play honorable mention all-star cast, FBC Gordon Youth Group’s Adopt a Grandparent.

What will you remember best about high school: One-act play because it gave me a chance to get to know my classmates better and have a good time. It taught me not to be so afraid and just have fun.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Do your best because in the end, you are the one who benefits. You will only learn if you allow yourself to. The education you allow yourself to receive will open great doors of opportunity for you in the future.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:37 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Curtis and Tina Price

Grade average: 97.18

Future plans: Major in biology or chemistry at Tarleton State University and study forensic science as well.

School activities/honors: Student council president, Beta Club president, Phi Theta Kappa inductee, basketball state semi-finalists, cross country regional qualifier.

What will you remember best about high school: I will definitely miss competing with my fellow student athletes. I had a wonderful coach and was surrounded by very talented girls. They are like family to me, and I will miss them very much.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t let the distractions of life throw you off course. There are so many opportunities that life beholds. Just believe in yourself and never be satisfied. When you reach the top of the mountain, learn how to fly.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:36 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Rev. John Howard and Charlotte Howard

Grade average: 4.11

Future plans: Attend Tarleton State University and pursue a career in music or nursing.

School activities/honors: PALS, Texas Music Educators Association vocal, solo ensemble, band, National Honor Society.

What will you remember best about high school: Between the amazing faculty and students, it is hard to narrow it down to only memory. But if I had to choose one, I’d say I’ll best remember the dual credit classes I took through Western Texas College.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: No matter what situations you experience, never allow the circumstances to get in the way of determination and success and always strive to do your very best. Know also that whenever you face tough times, take them to God and he will see you through.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:35 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Jerry and Denise Carlton

Future plans: Attend Weatherford College and then go into the medical field.

School activities/honors: PALS, band, National Honor Society, basketball, softball.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:34 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Kent and Felicia Clements

Grade average: 98.6

Future plans: Texas State University.

School activities/honors: Beta Club, football, Junior Bank board, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Student Council, FFA.

What will you remember best about high school: My friends and teachers and the good times we had together.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Trust in the Lord with all your being and live everyday like it’s your last.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:33 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Julian and Aurelia Wong

Grade average: 91.8

Future plans: Attend college in Mexico to become a teacher and get a cosmetology degree.

School activities/honors: Beta Club, ESL award, citizenship award, Outstanding Artist honor.

What will you remember best about high school: All the people I met, who are now my best friends, and for all the support and help they gave me.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Do your best in all your activities. Believe that your dreams can some true and reach for the stars because that which doesn’t kill us makes us stronger.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:32 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Todd Stevenson

Grade average: 4.628

Future plans: Attend Texas A&M University in College Station and major in accounting.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, student council, class president, softball all-district MVP, golf regional qualifier.

What will you remember best about high school: The athletic teams I participated on and all the fun we had together.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Set ambitious goals and don’t let your friends persuade you to change.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:31 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Roy and Carmen Gardner

Grade average: 4.6196

Future plans: Attend Hardin-Simmons University and work to become a pediatrician.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, regional qualifier in mathematics and accounting, Merit Scholar for College classes, prom king, and President’s Education Award.

What will you remember best about high school: The people I have met. They are unforgettable people who made me who I am today. Without the special people I have had in my life, I don’t think that I would not be the salutatorian.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Work hard at whatever you do and you will go far. Also, you need to cherish the people that you meet because when you graduate, you won’t see them as much anymore. Your classmates are like your family, so remember them when they are gone from your life.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:30 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Steven and Pat Grand

Grade average: 99.44

Future plans: Major in exercise and sports sciences at Texas Tech University, then attend physical therapy school.

School activities/honors: FFA, track, cross country, varsity cheerleader, UIL academics, National Honor Society vice president, Student Council vice president, Fellowship of Christian Athletes president.

What will you remember best about high school: The exciting events and activities our class had together this year. Our class has always enjoyed being together, and I wouldn’t change anything about the Haskell High Class of 2007.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Cherish the time you have in high school. The time they have within the activities and organizations they are involved in will soon be finished. Always remember to put forth your best effort in every moment because these moments in high school must eventually come to an end.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:29 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Bill and Jolanda Jones

Grade average: 98.5

Future plans: Major in electronic media and communications at Texas Tech University and then attend New York University or a film school in New York. Want to someday be a film editor or director/producer of music videos.

School activities/honors: One-act play stage manager (All-Star Crew, Honor Crew at state and state qualifier), feature baton twirler (UIL Division I at state), UIL calculator and social studies, yearbook editor and Spanish Club president.

What will you remember best about high school: Events that took place just this past year. I learned not to judge a book by its cover and made friends with the people I thought I had nothing in common with.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Work hard and finish what you start, but at the same time, enjoy it while you can because it will be over before you know it. Another tip is to learn how to cook BEFORE you go to college.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:28 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Bobby and Betty Stevens

Grade average: 98.3

Future plans: Earn a computer science degree at Abilene Christian University. Earn an engineering degree from Texas Tech University.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, FFA, football all-district running back, power lifting regional qualifier and medalist, regional track qualifier.

What will you remember best about high school: Friends and sports.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Work hard and keep your goals in sight.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:27 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Mark and Jolene Greenwood

Grade average: 97.8

Future plans: Attend Tarleton State University and Texas A&M University and study agriculture science.

School activities/honors: FFA, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Honor Society, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, National Honor Roll.

What will you remember best about high school: Not available.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Apply, apply, apply — you never know if you will get into a college or get a scholarship unless you apply!

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:26 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Alan and Julie Culp

Grade average: 97.3

Future plans: Pursue a degree in biology at Angelo State University and then teach high school science.

School activities/honors: Basketball, cheerleading, Beta Club, class president, and Ms. HHS nominee.

What will you remember best about high school: That REAL friends are hard to come by.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: School gets better when you get senioritis.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:25 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Jack and Magdalena Hearty, Shelton and Michelle Kelley

Grade average: 93.4

Future plans: Play college basketball at Clarendon College then pursue a career with kids.

School activities/honors: All-District basketball, homecoming queen, Beta Club, cheerleading, honorable mention in one-act play.

What will you remember best about high school: The good food we cooked in Mrs. Rosson’s class.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Never back down.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:24 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Ted and Amy Basye

Future plans: Attend Lubbock Christian University.

School activities/honors: First team all-state safety in football, basketball, track, UIL, one-act play.

What will you remember best about high school: Playoff football and football honors.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Always try to be the best at whatever you do and you will surprise yourself with what you can achieve.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:23 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Wayne and Lisa Bryant

Future plans: Attend Harding University.

School activities/honors: Cross country, first team all-state basketball, track, UIL, one-act play.

What will you remember best about high school: My friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Your perception determines your success in high school.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:22 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Ricky and Sandy Moon

Grade average: 4.8

Future plans: Major in biology at Angelo State University then attend medical school and specialize in radiology.

School activities/honors: Student body president, National Honor Society, TABC second team all-state in basketball, academic all-state in basketball, Texas Basketball Magazine all-state.

What will you remember best about high school: I will never forget my friends I’ve had for the past 10 years and even though we will grow apart, the memories we shared will last a lifetime.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Respect your elders and life will be a lot easier.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:21 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Dale and Alicia Pugh

Grade average: 4.3

Future plans: Study commercial music at South Plains College.

School activities/honors: Varsity basketball, second team all-district and academic all-state honors for basketball, Student Council, National Honor Society.

What will you remember best about high school: The small-town mentality and the closeness of everyone in the community.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Show up to school and do your work. It’s much harder to try to fail then to try to pass.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:20 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Darryl and Teena Calley

Grade average: 97.5

Future plans: Attend Western Texas College for one year then transfer to Texas Tech University to major in accounting.

School activities/honors: Basketball, National Honor Society, Student Council, Future Farmers of America, Fellowship of Christian Students.

What will you remember best about high school: All the friendships.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Try your best and you will be successful.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:19 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: William and Julie Cotton, Todd and Laurie Odom

Grade average: 97.1

Future plans: Attend South Plains College then transfer to Texas Tech University.

School activities/honors: Cheerleading, Future Farmers of America, basketball, National Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Students.

What will you remember best about high school: Getting in free to all sporting events for four straight years.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t worry too much about what other people think.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:18 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Naomi Beltran

Grade average: 96.52

Future plans: Major in finance at Texas Tech University.

School activities/honors: Band, UIL, R.N. Pearce Award of Excellence, seventh place at state in accounting, drum major, National Honor Society, distinguished diploma, A Honor Roll for the Year.

What will you remember best about high school: All the great times that my best friend and I had.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Achieve what you can now so you can enjoy it later.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:17 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Jimmy and Kimberly Morgan

Grade average: 95.86

Future plans: Major in agricultural communications at Texas Tech University.

School activities/honors: Future Farmers of America, cross country, FFA Lone Star Degree, 4-H Gold Star Award, 4-H, stock showing, National Honor Society, Presidential Award, A Honor Roll for the Year.

What will you remember best about high school: My friends and teachers.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Always fight for what you want in life and never give up.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:16 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Joni and Joel Dodson, Ken Herron

Grade average: 102.57

Future plans: Major in electrical engineering at Rice University.

School activities/honors: State champion team and individual accounting UIL, second place team and fourth place individual at UIL state in calculator applications, regional champion team and fourth place team individual in UIL mathematics, Math Club president, Science Club president.

What will you remember best about high school: All my wonderful teachers.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t procrastinate.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:15 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Paul and Linda Lippe

Grade average: 102.5

Future plans: Study pre-medicine at Texas Tech University then attend medical school.

School activities/honors: PALS, accounting state champion team, FBLA president, National Honor Society vice president, three-year regional track qualifier.

What will you remember best about high school: The people and how warmly they accepted me for who I am.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Never back down from a challenge.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:14 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Craig and Debbie Wilde

Grade average: 97.385

Future plans: Pursue a career in the medical field.

School activities/honors: Volleyball (TGCA Academic All-State 2006), basketball (TGCA Academic All-State 2007), tennis (regional qualifier), track, cheerleading (All-American Nominee three years), marching band, concert band (Sweepstakes), UIL academics (regional qualifier three years), National Honor Society, Student Council president, class officer, A Honor Roll, Gifted and Talented, U.S. Army Scholar Award 2007.

What will you remember best about high school: Spending lots of time with friends and the long bus rides for extracurricular activities.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Work hard, keep your head held high, and learn from your mistakes.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:13 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Dalton and Lisa Harrington

Grade average: 97.123

Future plans: Attend South Plains College and then Texas Tech University to pursue a degree in business.

School activities/honors: Volleyball (TGCA Academic All-State, 2006), track (area qualifier two years), cheerleading (All-American nominee, 2006), marching and concert band (Sweepstakes band 2007), one-act play (District Honorable Mention Cast 2007), UIL academics (regional qualifier three years), Student Council vice president, National Honor Society president, class president, Gifted and Talented.

What will you remember best about high school: Long school bus rides and being a Houndette.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Life’s not fair, just accept it — you’ll get more sleep.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:12 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Juan and Teresa Azua

Grade average: 4.0

Future plans: Major in education at Tarleton State University.

School activities/honors: Family Career Community Leaders of America, Upward Bound, basketball, volleyball, one-act play, National Honor Society.

What will you remember best about high school: Playing sports and participating in one-act play; and of course having the best four years with my friends and classmates.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Remember to never give up and to swim with the current not against it.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:11 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Joe and Mary Borges

Grade average: 4.0

Future plans: Major in education and minor in Spanish at Tarleton State University.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, varsity basketball, varsity volleyball, varsity track, one-act play, Believers Under God Club, RADD Club (MADD branch).

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:10 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Luis and Gloria Davila

Grade average: 3.93

Future plans: Earn a registered nursing degree from Angelo State University.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, student council, class president, one-act play, cheerleading captain, softball, basketball, homecoming queen.

What will you remember best about high school: Being able to have such close friendships with my classmates! Too many GREAT TIMES to name!

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Try Hard! Give 110 percent effort in all you do; it will pay off in the end! Make the most out of every moment in high school.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:09 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Santiago and Silvia Acevedo

Grade average: 3.92

Future plans: Earn a welding certification from Tulsa Welding School.

School activities/honors: All-district and all-region in football, all-district basketball, baseball, cross country, track, National Honor Society, student council.

What will you remember best about high school: The feeling of Friday nights and the pain of Saturdays. The hard work to maintain my role as a student as well as an athlete and leader. Also, the close friendships I have formed with my classmates.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Play hard, play smart and don’t forget to have fun.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:08 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Danny and Jeannie Moore

Future plans: Major in biology at Abilene Christian University.

School activities/honors: Cheerleading, basketball, one-act play, FFA, National Honor Society.

What will you remember best about high school: I will remember my senior trip the most. It will be one of the last memories I have of my class together.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Work hard, never give up, and have fun because high school doesn’t last very long.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:07 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: David and Donna Lefevre

Future plans: Attend Cisco Junior College then transfer to McMurry University.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, gifted and talented, basketball, cheerleading, FFA.

What will you remember best about high school: My friends and classmates and all the good times we had together.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Never give up, even when it feels like the world is against you. Stick up for yourself and what you believe in and cherish every minute of high school because before you know it, it’s over.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:06 AM · Comments (2)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Ted and Sherry Murphree

Grade average: 4.01

Future plans: Attend Howard Payne University.

School activities/honors: State qualifier UIL literary criticism; drum major; basketball, academic all-state, second team all-region, first team all-district; Beta Club officer; class officer; regional qualifier in cross country; FFA; track regional qualifier; one-act play.

What will you remember best about high school: Spending time with my friends and extracurricular activities.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t take an easy senior. Take all the classes that are offered and you will be better prepared for your entrance exams for college.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:05 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Doyle Hallum and Scott and Vickie Ratliff

Grade average: 3.96

Future plans: Attend Blinn College then transfer to Texas A&M University.

School activities/honors: Basketball, cheerleading, yearbook, cross country, track, FFA president, 4-H president, Beta Club president, UIL regional qualifier, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, National Honor Roll, class president.

What will you remember best about high school: Friends I’ve made, sports, and my accomplishments.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Cherish every moment because it goes by fast.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:04 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Royce and Windi Fowler

Grade average: 99.5349

Future plans: Study pre-dental at the University of Texas at San Antonio.

School activities/honors: Student Council, National Honor Society, teacher class awards, Academic “A” Team all three years, Nominated for Who’s Who Among American High School Students, nominated for Presidential Honors at UTSA, basketball, softball, class favorite, homecoming princess.

What will you remember best about high school: Competing in athletics and hanging out with friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t let others get in the way of you achieving your goals.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:03 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Traci and Dewain Bradford, Mike and Kelly Andrews

Grade average: 97.68

Future plans: Pursue a career in engineering.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, senior class president, National Honor Roll, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, sophomore class vice president, “A” team, honor roll, cross country; softball most improved player, offensive player of the year, district honorable mention, second team all district, basketball most outstanding player, second team all-district, academic all-state.

What will you remember best about high school: Joe Fiscus, that says it all!

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Life is full of setbacks.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:02 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Cary and Carla Houston

Grade average: 102.6

Future plans: Attend Texas A&M University and major in environmental design.

School activities/honors: Three-year varsity basketball player, two-year varsity volleyball player, National Honor Society president, FCA president, and voted as Most Likely To Succeed.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:01 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Jim and Debra Meredith

Grade average: 100.85

Future plans: Attend Angelo State University and major in psychology.

School activities/honors: Four-year varsity tennis player, state qualifier in tennis, vice president of National Honor Society, yearbook editor, 2007 prom queen.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 9:00 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Tammie Hawley and Stan Drannon

Grade average: 94.67307

Future plans: Attend East Central University in Oklahoma.

School activities/honors: Volleyball, basketball, track, tennis, cheerleading, student council president, senior class president, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, Who’s Who Among American High School Athletes, United States Achievement Academy honors award, academic all-district honors in volleyball and basketball, senior class favorite.

What will you remember best about high school: Since my school is so small, I will remember how close everyone always was.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Stay out of trouble, study, work hard, and you will be successful.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:59 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: James Crow and Nancy Bills

Grade average: 94.58490

Future plans: Join the Navy and become a nuclear engineer.

School activities/honors: Varsity football, varsity basketball, varsity tennis, varsity track.

What will you remember best about high school: Hanging out with friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Show up every day, study hard, and have fun!

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:58 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Teresa and Troy Shelton

Grade average: 98.5

Future plans: Become an accountant.

School activities/honors: Volleyball, basketball, track, academic all-state, cheerleader, FFA, Beta Club president, Student Council president, senior class president, Library Club treasurer.

What will you remember best about high school: Being a member of the first Mullin volleyball team to make the playoffs.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Let your teachers guide and coach you.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:57 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Teresa and Troy Shelton

Grade average: 96.2

Future plans: Become an emergency medical technician.

School activities/honors: Four-year letterman in volleyball, basketball, track, academic all-state, FFA, Beta Club treasurer, Beta Club project tutoring at-risk children.

What will you remember best about high school: Showing the grand champion breeding goat in the county show.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Get involved in a project that helps others.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:56 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Gary and Donna Mizer

Grade average: 97.88

Future plans: Attend Oklahoma State University to pursue a degree in English to become a teacher working with student who speak English as a second language. After college, I would like to spend some time overseas in Japan working towards my master’s degree while teaching.

School activities/honors: One-act play state competitor, band, choir, UIL social studies regional qualifier, UIL literary criticism, regional alternate in UIL poetry, National Honor Society.

What will you remember best about high school: My favorite time of day my whole senior year was in Ms. Ratliff’s college English class. The day we made a pyramid for the yearbook was fun. My favorite thing, though, was writing for our senior papers.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t procrastinate!

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:55 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Danny and Susan Gulley

Grade average: 97.31

Future plans: Attend Vernon College, then transfer to Midwestern State University to pursue a math education degree and then teach math in a Texas public school.

School activities/honors: One-act play state competitor, band, athletics awards, National Honor Society president, student council.

What will you remember best about high school: Going on the senior trip with all of my classmates. They are the best!

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Do whatever you do to the best of your ability or don’t do it at all!

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:54 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Michelle Schultz and the late John Scott Sadler

Grade average: 95.2

Future plans: Study forensics at Cisco Junior College then transfer to Texas Tech University to earn a degree in anthropology.

School activities/honors: One-act play all-star cast, basketball captain, basketball second team all-district, cheerleading captain, Novice Beautification Program, Student Council treasurer.

What will you remember best about high school: Hanging out with all my friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Enjoy school while it lasts because your parents are right — it does fly by without you even noticing until you turn around and it is your graduation day.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:53 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Chad and Mincy Briley

Grade average: 92.86

Future plans: Major in kinesiology and minor in history at Tarleton State University.

School activities/honors: Football, basketball, track, one-act play, FFA.

What will you remember best about high school: Playing football.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: All anyone expects of you is your best.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:52 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Gary and Cathey Isbell

Grade average: 95

Future plans: Earn an accounting degree at Angelo State University.

School activities/honors: FFA, student government, National Honor Society, yearbook, one-act play.

What will you remember best about high school: Our water fights at the end of the year.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Do your work even if you don’t want to. Remember that all of your grades for all four years of high school determine your GPA. Make sure the grades you are making your freshman year are grades you will be proud of when you graduate.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:51 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Lynn and Nancy Brueggeman

Grade average: 93

Future plans: Attend Midwestern State University.

School activities/honors: Trig Award, National Honor Society, FFA, Anatomy Award, class government.

What will you remember best about high school: The people.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Use common sense.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:50 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Frank and Kim VanPelt

Grade average: 5.36515

Future plans: Major in medical technology at Angelo State University.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, 2007 UIL Scholar award, class president, 2006 Academic All-State award in football, 2007 Panther Pride athletic award.

What will you remember best about high school: The last touchdown pass of my quarterback career being my twin brother, Clayton’s, first touchdown catch.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Always do your best no matter what the circumstances are. Be a leader and show pride in your school.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:49 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Ricky and Lisa Davis

Grade average: 5.360375

Future plans: Earn a degree in physical therapy from Angelo State University.

School activities/honors: Basketball, cheerleading, track, UIL, National Honor Society.

What will you remember best about high school: Seeing my English teacher, Mrs. Cash, ride bumper cars, and hit that invisible curve.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Never give up, always look ahead, and always put God first.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:48 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Dean and Angie Strube

Grade average: 4.0/95.03

Future plans: Become an elementary or early childhood teacher.

School activities/honors: FFA horse judging, FFA sweetheart, varsity basketball, softball, volleyball and cheerleader, Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

What will you remember best about high school: The way they went out of their way to help all of the students.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Keep a strong faith in the Lord and remember that the staff at Paradigm is there to help.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:47 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Henry and Jane Sims

Grade average: 4.0/94.26

Future plans: To become a pediatrician.

School activities/honors: Marching and concert band, FCA president, Student Council, flag corps.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:46 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Glenn and Julie Rhoades

Future plans: Earn a degree in drafting and design technology from Texas State Technical College.

School activities/honors: Basketball, track, tennis, National Honor Society and cross country.

What will you remember best about high school: The sports and the support of my teachers.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Dedication and commitment are very important. The roots of success are formed through hard work, but grow strong through these.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:45 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Charles Kinkade and LaDonna Feist

Future plans: Attend Cisco Junior College then go to dental hygiene school.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, first and second team all-district.

What will you remember best about high school: Being involved in sports all four years.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Always give 110 percent. It will pay off in the end.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:44 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Charles and Sheila Lemaster

Grade average: 98 (3.97)

Future plans: Major in animal science at Angelo State University and become a veterinarian.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, student council, band, UIL, one-act play.

What will you remember best about high school: Playing Scrabble all the time my senior year.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t be afraid to be different.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:43 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Joe and Susan Scott

Grade average: 96 (3.83)

Future plans: Major in communications/marketing at Angelo State University.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, Student Council, head cheerleader, first team All-District volleyball, second team All-District basketball.

What will you remember best about high school: All of it was fun!

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Get involved in your school’s activities and don’t let others bring you down.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:42 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Tony and Barbara Long

Grade average: 99.4222

Future plans: Earn an agriculture science degree from Tarleton State University.

School activities/honors: Football second team all-district running back, power lifting regional qualifier, track regional qualifier, FFA state qualifier in creed speaking, Texas 4-H Council member.

What will you remember best about high school: All the people I have met and the good times I had.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Remember why you are in school. You are there to learn and to have fun. Don’t let all the “drama” get in the way of that.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:41 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Julie Caulder and Jim Gresham

Grade average: 96.47

Future plans: Study pre-medicine at Tarleton State University then attend medical school.

School activities/honors: Band, Beta Club, FFA state qualifier in farm business management, UIL academics regional qualifier in social studies.

What will you remember best about high school: All my friends and the people I met.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: You should try hard to achieve while in school in order to have a good future, but don’t forget to have some fun along the way.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:40 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Buck and Kellye Duncan

Grade average: 99.521

Future plans: Pursue a nursing degree at Tarleton State University.

School activities/honors: Beta Club, honor roll, Student Council president, FCCLA vice president, basketball, golf, cheerleader, track, Spanish Club, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, homecoming court, Miss RLHS.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:39 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Dallas and Valery Johnson

Grade average: 98.891

Future plans: Pursue a nursing degree at McMurry University.

School activities/honors: Beta Club, honor roll, top student awards, FCCLA, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, drum major, band sweetheart, Philip Sousa Award, Spanish Club, PALS, Most Likely to Succeed, Student Council.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:38 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Tim and Kim Philley

Grade average: 98.891

Future plans: Earn a degree in kinesiology at Lubbock Christian University and coach.

School activities/honors: Beta Club, honor roll, basketball, golf, cheerleader, track, cross country, FCCLA, Spanish Club, Who’s Who Among American High School Students.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:37 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Linda R. Scott

Grade average: 94.888

Future plans: Major in music education at Angelo State University.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society officer, band, No. 1 ranked in Class 1 solo, editor of the annual, state qualifier in UIL in literary criticism, John Phillip Sousa Music Award.

What will you remember best about high school: How all my teachers and classmates have helped me grow mentally, socially and spiritually and all the fun I have had.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Keep up your grades and ask questions no matter how dumb you think the question may be.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:36 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Joel and Stacy Hood

Grade average: 94.775

Future plans: Major in general business at Midwestern State University.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society officer, cheerleading, athletics, UIL, 4-H Gold Star Award.

What will you remember best about high school: All the memories I’ve made with my friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Show respect for your teachers because they know.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:35 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Robert and Leonor Ortega

Grade average: 95.1

Future plans: Major in art history with a minor in journalism at the University of Oklahoma.

School activities/honors: District silver medalist, regional gold medalist and state qualifier in UIL feature writing; Academic Honor Society, DARE role model, English IV award, football sweetheart.

What will you remember best about high school: The times we laughed so hard in class and painting in art class. The teachers that helped me, and it’s always good to have them on your side.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Be respectful to everyone and be who you want to be. Act the way you would like people to remember you. Always do the things you enjoy, not necessarily popular.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:34 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Dwayne and Barbara Hill

Grade average: 94

Future plans: Join the U.S. Navy and train to be a medic. Earn a master’s or doctorate in a medical field.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, Algebra I award, academic UIL and athletics.

What will you remember best about high school: The friendships and the teachers who were willing to go the extra mile to help me.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Take as many courses as you can. Never give up on anything you have started — finish it. If you fail, pick yourself right back up and you will be stronger. Look to a brighter future.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:33 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Bret and JayeNeice Clements

Grade average: 3.98

Future plans: Texas A&M University.

School activities/honors: FFA, National Honor Society, one-act play state honor crew, Student Congress, annual/newspaper staff.

What will you remember best about high school: All of the great times I have had at football, baseball and basketball games with my friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Definitely try to make the best of everything while you are in school because your four years of high school fly by.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:32 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Barbara Daniels

Grade average: 3.88

Future plans: Major in pre-dentistry at McMurry University.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, homecoming king, All-State academic, baseball, Student Congress president.

What will you remember best about high school: Winning bi-district in basketball and baseball.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Study and work hard because it will benefit your future.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:31 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Robert Ace and Brenda Turner

Grade average: 98.15

Future plans: Major in mechanical engineering at Texas Tech University.

School activities/honors: Football, track, UIL, FCA, Beta Club, Mr. RHS runner-up.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:30 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Kraig and Leslie Kupatt

Grade average: 97.4

Future plans: Major in agricultural science at Texas Tech University.

School activities/honors: FFA state dairy judging team, varsity cheerleading, Beta Club, voted Most Studious, Miss RHS runner-up.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Always strive to do your best with a lot of dedication and determination.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:29 AM · Comments (1)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Dalia DeLeon and Mike Wetsel

Grade average: 4.70

Future plans: Earn a bachelor’s degree in nursing at Angelo State University.

School activities/honors: Cheerleading, one-act play, tennis, National Honor Society, UIL.

What will you remember best about high school: I think I will remember football seasons the best. It was always a lot of fun, especially as I was a senior.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Always have fun and cherish the moments with your friends. High School passes really quickly.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:28 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Benny and Olga Guerrero

Grade average: 4.62

Future plans: Major in accounting at Howard Payne University.

School activities/honors: UIL, National Honor Society, Student Council, Outstanding Achievement in Algebra I and II and geometry.

What will you remember best about high school: All the good times I spent with my friends. We have created a lot of great memories these past four years.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: For next year’s seniors, my advice is to have fun and treasure every moment because the senior year goes by too quickly. Enjoy the time with classmates because this is the last year to share with them.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:27 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Tony and Cindy McCrohan

Grade average: 96.9

Future plans: Pursue a degree in elementary education at the University of Texas of the Permian Basin in Odessa.

School activities/honors: All-American Nominee in cheerleading sophomore through senior years, basketball, National Honor Society, Zone All-Star cast for her part of the White Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland.

What will you remember best about high school: Times she has spent with her friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Make the most of your high school years, scholastically and with friends, before they’re over.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:26 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Tony and Darla Norvil

Grade average: 96.45

Future plans: Attend the University of Texas in Dallas to play basketball for the Lady Comets and major in physical therapy.

School activities/honors: Honors in basketball, regional track three years, cheerleader, National Honor Society, Ms SHS.

What will you remember best about high school: The people and the many fun times shared.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Put God first in all you do. Remember you can’t please everyone, don’t procrastinate your work, try not to stress about stuff, and just enjoy the time you have.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:25 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Abel and Sherry DeLoera

Grade average: 98

Future plans: Texas Tech University to major in physician’s assistant studies.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, Student Council, UIL accounting and mathematics, 2006 Business Student of the Year, 2007 Math Student of the Year, drum major.

What will you remember best about high school: Spending time with my friends and making lasting memories.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t put assignments off until the last minute, accomplishing tasks early will pay off in the end and as a result you will be less stressed. HAVE FUN!

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:24 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Shawn and Teresa Ragland

Grade average: 96

Future plans: Attend McMurry University and play basketball and major in chemistry then attend pharmacy school.

School activities/honors: Basketball, softball, National Honor Society, Student Council, UIL ready writing.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Enjoy every second of high school. The time flies by before you even realize it. Do not get so caught up in things that don’t matter that you miss out on the wonderful things around you. Live your life for God, appreciate your friends, and love your family.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:23 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: John Dollar and Jeannie Joiner

Grade average: 98.91

Future plans: Attend Texas A&M University and major in business administration. After I graduate, I plan to open my own business.

School activities/honors: Honors and Activities: Band, FCCLA president, Student Council, solo and ensemble competition: Division I, STAR Events: sixth place regional.

What will you remember best about high school: Playing at football games and cheering my team on with my friends. I loved playing "Final Countdown" at the end of every game. Last year, I would always let the drum major play my flute while I directed the song.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Knowing when it’s time to goof off and when it’s time to work is an important lesson everyone needs to learn before they graduate. It’s also important to remember that you can have fun and get the job done at the same time.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:22 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Joe and Dolores Garcia

Grade average: 98.24

Future plans: Attend West Texas A&M and pursue a major in agricultural education.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, Student Council, FFA (National Qualifier in Ag Issues), athletics, National Honor Roll.

What will you remember best about high school: The numerous and fun extracurricular trips and activities with teachers and friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Enjoy high school while you can, because it will slip through your fingers without you knowing.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:21 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Kay Wesson and Brad Graves

Grade average: 5.217

Future plans: Attend the University of Texas at Austin and pursue a career in pharmacy.

School activities/honors: State champion current events team 2006, Student Council, state cross examination debate finalist 2007, National Honor Society, Science Club.

What will you remember best about high school: The teachers. They have left the greatest impression on me and have taught me things aside from subject material that I will use for the rest of my life.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: No matter how easy it may seem to give up and not care, don’t let in. Take pride in learning and excelling because it builds you up to who you will become.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:20 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Larry and Jeannie Doty

Grade average: 5.210

Future plans: Study chemical engineering and pre-medicine at the University of Texas at Austin.

School activities/honors: National Merit commended student, National Honor Society president, FCA president, UIL current issues and events state champion team member, Student Council.

What will you remember best about high school: Going to state in Austin.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Have fun, but work hard. Do right and most importantly, follow God.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:19 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: David and Pam Lindsey

Future plans: Attend college and law school.

School activities/honors: State champion six-man football team, all-region defense end, track regional qualifier, number sense UIL regional qualifier, eighth in state power lifting.

What will you remember best about high school: All the great people I have met and the knowledge I have gained.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Study hard to prepare for college and take as many dual credit courses as you can.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:18 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Johny and Pam Caudle

Future plans: Earn an engineering degree.

School activities/honors: Meals on Wheels, PALS, community clean-up, number sense regional qualifier, National Honor Society.

What will you remember best about high school: Time spent with friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Try hard and always do your work.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:17 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Delli and Isaac Young

Grade average: 99.222

Future plans: Major in pre-medicine at Baylor University.

School activities/honors: DECA state qualifier, National Honor Society, ACT/SAT honor roll, Minnie Piper scholarship.

What will you remember best about high school: Our class is small, so the thing I like best or will remember best is knowing all of my classmates personally.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Take dual-credit classes. It will save you a lot of money.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:16 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Reneé Rowan and the late Randy Rowan

Grade average: 98.552

Future plans: Major in accounting at Texas Tech University.

School activities/honors: DECA president and state qualifier, Student Council vice president, National Honor Society, ACT/SAT honor roll.

What will you remember best about high school: Commitment of the teachers to their students.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: No matter what obstacles may come your way, always remember: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” — Philippians 4:13.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:15 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Jimmy and Kim Bruton

Grade average: 99.426

Future plans: Attend Texas Tech University and study animal science

School activities/honors: Future Farmers of America, basketball, National Honor Society, UIL academics, band.

What will you remember best about high school: Trips taken for school-related activities such as FFA, basketball and band. These are special to me because I was with my friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: High school can be fun, but it can also be stressful. Don’t let the stressful things get you down. Keep studying and you will be rewarded for your time and work.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:14 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Pamela and D’wayne Dennis

Grade average: 96.06

Future plans: Attend Tarrant County College in Fort Worth and then join the Marine Corps.

School activities/honors: Cross country, basketball, track, UIL spelling and vocabulary, FFA.

What will you remember best about high school: The people. All the teachers willing to help us out.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t procrastinate.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:13 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Danny and Annette Pollard

Grade average: 96.45087

Future plans: Attend McMurry University.

School activities/honors: Basketball, softball, cheerleader, National Honor Society, Shirley West Award.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:12 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Roy and Kathy Greer

Grade average: 93.69444

Future plans: Major in accounting at Abilene Christian University.

School activities/honors: FFA, National Honor Society, basketball, softball, math award.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Never give up!

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:11 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Valerie and Dirk Dykstra

Grade average: 4.0

Future plans: Attend the University of South Alabama and double major in communications technology and business management and participate in the Army ROTC.

School activities/honors: Junior ROTC, Outstanding Cadet of the Year, Presidential Award, cheerleader, Webmaster group.

What will you remember best about high school: The challenges that have been placed in my path. The second semester of my junior year was the most trying for me. I was working around 25 hours a week at Sonic in Colorado City while I was attending high school and taking three extra college classes, one of which was the hardest class I had ever taken. I got two nights off a week on average and one of those was taken up by night college course. That was a hard experience but I really came to appreciate my family’s continued support.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Never sell yourself short or settle because you can’t or don’t want to do more. Keep pushing and keep trying. I think the best way to state that is through my favorite quote: “You are what you do and you can do more than you think.”

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:10 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Eddie Vann, Janie Vann

Grade average: 3.689

Future plans: Attend Western Texas College then transfer to a four-year university and work toward a career in the medical field.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, Gifted and Talented, student council, Spanish Club, class officer.

What will you remember best about high school: Fearing Coach Petty telling us to “Get on the line!” during basketball season. If there is one thing she believes in most, it is that being able to run excessively makes you a better athlete.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Create good study habits, take good notes and don’t sleep in class! This will help you prepare for college.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:09 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Lanny and Mandie England

Grade average: 100.2

Future plans: Study biomedical science at Texas Tech University and join the school’s Ranch Horse Team.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society, football and basketball first team all-district and all-state academic, UIL number sense, math and science and FFA Top Hand.

What will you remember best about high school: Great times with friends.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: The hard work is worth it.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:08 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Sherry and Darrell Kurtz

Grade average: 99.6

Future plans: Attend Texas A&M University and become an agricultural engineer.

School activities/honors: National Honor Society president, 4-H president, first team Academic All-State, second team All-State football, power lifting and doubles tennis regional qualifier, regional UIL in math and science.

What will you remember best about high school: Bi-district championship and Rotan football games.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Wherever you go, go with all your heart.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:07 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Teddy and Kay Clark

Grade average: 95.8

Future plans: Attend Dallas Christian College, majoring in business administration and playing volleyball.

School activities/honors: MVP volleyball, TABC all-region basketball, academic all-state, Miss WHS, UIL regional qualifier.

What will you remember best about high school: The opportunity to participate in all extra-curricular activities and all the success we achieved along the way.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Don’t procrastinate!

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:06 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Parents: Kevin and Tobi Nowell, Donnie and Stacy Clark

Grade average: 92.6

Future plans: Attend Midwestern State University and major in criminal profiling.

School activities/honors: Second team all-state tight end in football, academic all-state, UIL regional qualifier, all-star cast in one-act play, six man all-star representative.

What will you remember best about high school: Having the time of my life in all of the extra-curricular activities I participated in and the success we gained throughout it all.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Work hard and set your goals high!

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:05 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Valedictorian

Parents: Cynthia Satterfield

Grade average: 3.40323

Future plans: Become a registered nurse

School activities/honors: UIL, Who’s Who Among American High School Students, Howard Payne University academic meet, track, cross country.

What will you remember best about high school: Being smarter than my principal, Mr. (Gary) Bufe!

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Work hard to achieve your goals and remember, if you want to succeed in life, you have to do your best.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:02 AM · Comments (0)

Rank: Salutatorian

Grade average: 3.31746

Future plans: Go to college and becoming a game developer.

School activities/honors: Regional UIL for number sense two years in a row, Regional UIL in computer applications two years in a row, state in robotics two years in a row, one-act play two years in a row, Who’s Who among American High School Students.

What will you remember best about high school: How small the school is and how everyone seems to know everyone else.

What advice do you have for underclassmen: Try. Don’t ever give up and say it’s too hard. If you really want something, go for it and don’t stop until you get it. As long as you do it honestly, you deserve it and don’t let anyone make you think that you don’t.

Posted by Nathaniel Ellsworth · May 26, 2007 8:01 AM · Comments (0)