Class of
2022
Salute to our
HOMETOWN GRADUATES
EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL LOUISE HIGH SCHOOL
Enjoy every moment of this milestone, as you celebrate your graduation with the friends, family and teachers who have encouraged and supported you along the way. This is just the beginning of a bright future ahead for you, and we look forward to celebrating your continued success.
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HONOR GRADUATES
EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
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EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL HONOR GRADUATES VALEDICTORIAN Marin Croix
Daughter of Christy and JJ Croix Plans on attending University of Texas-Austin to study business.
Lucas Pfeil
Son of Jeffery and Julie Pfeil Plans to attend Baylor University to study computer science.
SALUTATORIAN Brianna Shanks
Daughter of Kenneth and Jessica Shanks Plans on attending Texas A&M-College Station to study biology.
Cambrie Priesmeyer
Daughter of Nicole and James Priesmeyer Plans to attend University of Texas-Austin to study biochemistry.
The 2022 Salute to Our Hometown Graduates is a special section of the El Campo Leader-News. Information contained in this special section was obtained from El Campo High School and Louise High School.
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EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
Cielo Espinoza
Ella Jenkins
Daughter of Juan and Melida Espinoza
Daughter of Chip and Dana Jenkins
Son of Colin and Brooke Hlavinka
Daughter of Tekesha Turner
Plans to attend University of Texas-Austin
Plans to attend Texas A&M University
Plans to attend Texas A&M University
Plans to attend University of Texas Austin
to study public health.
to study business.
to study engineering.
to study biochemistry.
Hannah Sutton
Jack Dorotik
Avery Viktorin
Karina Ramirez
Daughter of Donald and Fredia Sutton Plans to attend Texas A&M University College Station to study nutrition and poultry science.
Carli Bullard
Carter Hlavinka
HONOR GRADUATES
Teara Cooper
Son of Craig and Summer Dorotik
Daughter of Trey and Charlene Viktorin
Daughter of Jose and Gloria Ramirez
Plans to attend Texas A&M Universtity
Plans to attend Wharton County Junior College
Plans to attend Wharton County Junior College
to study biochemistry.
to study business administration.
to study chemistry.
Shannon Schulz
Kelsey Mireles
Hali Hobbins
Daughter of Brett and Jennifer Bullard
Daughter of Bubba and Stephanie Schulz
Plans to attend Texas A&M University
Plans to attend Wharton County Junior College
to study business adnministration.
to study general studies.
Daughter of Peggy Avendano and Javier Mireles
Plans to attend Texas A&M University to study biology.
Daughter of David Hobbins and Tiffany Holub Undecided in place of study, plans to study in healthcare field.
HONOR GRADUATES
Caren Juarez
EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
Aviah Jones
Erin Lauritsen
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Carleene Rawlings
Daughter of Maribel Balderas and Adan Juarez
Daughter of Rebekkah Hoffer and Austin Jones
Daughter of Tere and Bradley Lauritsen
Daughter of Dennis and Elaine Rawlings
Plans to attend Wharton County Junior College to study biology.
Plans to attend Texas A&M-College Station to study kinesiology.
Plans to attend Texas A&M University
Plans to attend Texas State University
to study general engineering. .
to study allied health.
Darby Lutrick
Hendrick Hundl
Kendall Beal
Jacob Diaz
Daughter of Linc and Jessica Lutrick
Son of Philip and Ann Hundl
Daughter of Keith and Brandy Beal
Son of Patricia Resendez and Robert Diaz
Plans to attend Texas Tech University
Plans to attend Texas A&M University
Plans to attend Texas A&M University-College
Undecided in place and area of study.
to study kinesiology.
to study finance.
Station to study agribusiness.
Haley Tupa
Makayla Valenzuela
Jacob Schilhab
Owen Lyford
Daughter of Brad and Lori Tupa
Daughter of Florencio and Maria Valenzuela
Son of Dwayne and Rebekah Schilhab
Son of Stephen and Stephanie Lyford
Plans to attend Wharton County Junior College
Plans to attend Texas A&M University
Plans to attend Tarleton State University
Plans to attend Sam Houston State University
to study communications.
to study allied health.
to study biomedical science.
to study engineering technology.
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EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
CLASS OF 2022
Sydney Acosta
Nancy Aguilar
Miguel Alba
Ricardo Alba Jr.
Elizabeth Alejo
Thomas Amador Jr.
Braden Amestoy
Isaiah Anderson
Jorge Anguiano
Alena Aranda
Jose Becerra
Alex Becker
Colden Bowers
Bradejah Bradshaw
Madison Breland
Brianna Bustamante
John Eric Cabrales
Keegan Camacho
Juan Cantu Jr.
Layla Capistran
Jaelynn Cardenas
Francisco Casique
Emmanuel Gutierrez Castillo
Jose Cazares III
Kolin Cerny
CLASS OF 2022
EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
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Kei’Ajah Allen
Jesse Almeda
Guadalupe Alonso
Sarahi Alavarez
Eleazar Guevara Alvarez
Er’Lainea Armstrong
Raul Avila
Bruce Balderas
Homero Balderas Jr.
Dana Barnes
Congratulations Raul!
We are so proud of you! “For I know the plans I have for you” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11
Love, Mom, Dad, Nick and Carlos
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EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
CLASS OF 2022
Trey Clark
Chelsie Cobia
Raven Colwell
Angela Contreras
William Cormier
Melody Espinosa
Evan Estrada
Margaret Evans
Heather Farrar
Clarence Farrow Jr.
Jessica Franco
Alfredo Fuentes
Pierce Furch
Kaitlyn Galvan
Natalie Garcia
Leroy Garcia Jr.
Elizabeth Garza
Jess Gold
Madison Gonzales
Raceal Gonzalez
Aiyana Gonzalez
Sage Graham
Cody Granados
Cristian Guajardo
Kenneth Gusman
CLASS OF 2022
EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
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Madisyn Cortez
Matthew Cruz
Hamilton Cruz Jr.
Leslie Dominguez
Tatum Escobar
Nathan Fisher
Jonathan Fisher
Trinceton Foley
Alexandra Fonseca
Luis Fonseca Jr.
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EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
Damian Gutierrez
Joshua Gutierrez
Donald Hoffer III
Brenna Hogan
SaNae Jones
Blaine Kight
CLASS OF 2015 CLASS OF 2022
Brooklynn Hamman
Tristan Harper
Jallijah Harris
Sierra Hogan
Raven Horn
Andrea Huerta
Cedrick Kimble Jr.
Faith King
Faith Korenek
Juan Leal Jr.
Jordyn Lehde
Jacob Lopez
Diego Lopez Guido
Jaleena Macias
Javier Medellin
Jazmin Medellin
Alyssa Mendez
Araceli Mendez
Gillian Mendoza
CLASS OF 2015 CLASS OF 2022
EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
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Chance Heimann
Morgan Hernandez
Stephanie Hernandez
Caiden Herzik
Trevor Hoelscher
Kelis Jackson
Joa Janda
Christian Jasso-Barron
Jackson Jensen
Skyla Johnson
Thomas Labay
Raelynn Lara
Brian Perez Lara
Ezekiel Lavanway
Ryan Lavanway Cruz
Ashley Mancine
Edward Mancine
Jason Martinez Jr.
Thomas Martinez Jr.
Liliana Maza
Jeily Mendoza
Valerie Mendoza
Gregory Metoyer
Davion Miller
Taylor Miller
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EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
CLASS OF 2015 CLASS OF 2022
Alex Miranda Jr.
Kacen Moller
Brianna Montes
Alaizay Moreno
Mauricio Moreno
Nicholas O’Canas
Frank O’Connor
Pablo Olguin
Xavier Olvera
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Congratulations, graduates! Jalisa L Zboril
Dream new dreams, embark on who you are, embrace life with passion and keep reaching for the stars!
-Mom, Dad, Wyat, Kayelyn, Walker Michelle and Amber
Financial Advisor 125 West Jackson El Campo, TX 77437 979-543-8258
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CLASS OF 2015 CLASS OF 2022
EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
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Andrea Munoz
Rosendo Munoz
Julio Munoz Moreno
Titus Murphy
Kerry North Jr.
Anthony Ortiz
Cameron Ortiz
Jonathon Ortiz
Sarah Osore
Aiyanna Osornio
Best of Luck to the
CLASS OF 2022! Congratulations from your teachers & administrators at
EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL Home of the Fighting Ricebirds!
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EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
CLASS OF 2015 CLASS OF 2022
Elexus Padron
Terry Peck
Arianna Perez
Robert Perez Jr.
Koulture Perry
Matthew Reyna
Jose Rivera
Trinatee Roberts
Alejandrdo Rodriguez Mosqueda
Anjel Rodriguez
Your Hometown Exterminator!
Congratulations Graduates! Best Wishes & Good Health In All Your Future Endeavors! All the hard work and dedication have paid off, so be proud. May you always remember the important lessons you’ve learned and the great friends you’ve made. Good Luck to the Graduating Classes of ECHS and LHS!
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YOU DID IT! 248 Wisteria Ln •979-648-2628
CLASS OF 2015 CLASS OF 2022
EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
Monte Quintero III
Meredith Radley
Kyle Rasmussen
Bailey Rodriguez
Corri Rodriguez
Isabel Rodriguez
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David Reese Jr.
Lucio Rodriguez Sanchez Jr.
Cesilia Reyna
Makayla Rodriguez
KM&L, LLC
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Priesmeyer
CONGRATULATIONS HONOR GRADUATE #4! WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU! -Mom, G eorgia and Arran C arter and Abby Mimi, P opo, Dad and R achel
Congratulations Seniors! 709 S Mechanic St. (979) 543-7161
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EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
CLASS OF 2022
Raylynn Rodriguez
Dillan Romeo
Devyn Rubesh
Dharma Sabrsula
Myrka Salazar
Abraham Salgado Aldavera
Shaie Sanders
Seth Saucedo
Caiden Schulz
Brinnlee Shanks
Samiya Smith
Jaycie Solis
Ariel Soriano-Salas
Brice Soto
Abbie Stehling
Matthew Stewart
Ja’Korie Taylor
Kelly Taylor
Kierra Taylor
William Temples
Andres Torres
Alexis Trevino
Malory Trevino
Kolbe Treybig
Andraleia Trujillo
Congratulations Class of 2022!
Congratulations Class of 2022!
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CONGRATULATIONS! As you turn the page to the next chapter, the future is yours to “The future belongs to those who believe in write. Fill it with new the beauty of their dreams.” experiences, good people and rewarding choices that help make the world a better place.
Best wishes to all of the dedicated seniors who are celebrating their high school graduation!
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MARY W. JOHNSON, CLU CHFC, AGENT 101 W. First Street, El Campo • 979-543-1664
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EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
2022 SENIOR MEMORIES
EL CAMPO ISD SPORTS
CLASS OF 2015 2022 SENIOR MEMORIES
EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
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EL CAMPO ISD PROM
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EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
CLASS OF 2022
Congratulations to the Presbyterian Preschool
Kindergarten Class of 2010! ECHS Graduates of 2022! 979.543.9600 • 201 S. Mechanic St
Marin Croix-Valedictorian El Campo High School Summa Cum Laude
Evan Estrada El Campo High School
Jess Gold El Campo High School
Caiden Herzik El Campo High School
CONGRATULATIONS to all El Campo & Louise Grads!
Congrats, Class of 2022!
NOT PICTURED: Dylan Cook El Campo High School
Cedrick Kimble Jr. El Campo High School
Darby Lutrick El Campo High School Magna Cum Laude
Leslie Zahn El Campo High School
WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU!
Presbyterian Preschool
312 DEPOT STREET • EL CAMPO, TX 979-543-7474 • 361-920-9440
CONGRATULATIONS Haley Tupa & All 2022 Graduates!
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EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
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Aric Twardowski
David Ursery Jr.
Samara Valdez-Benfield
Felix Vargas
Christian Vasquez
Mario Velazquez
De’Koreyus Ward
Anna Warso
John Warso
Carson Whitington
Alexandria You
Leslie Zahn
Aidan Zapata
Jimmy Zepeda
CLASS OF 2022 GRADUATES NOT PICTURED: Latham Abelar
Josue Enriquez- Flores
Joe-Landrail Hudlin Jr.
Monoced Silva Ramirez
Isaac Vasquez
Lathan Abelar
Lamarveion Grays
Djm-brae Kimble
Elijah Rodriguez
Marie Vasquez
Antonio Alba
Joey Gutierrez Jr.
Lynn Manzano
Francisco Rodriguez III
Montrey Williams
Rayshawn Allen
LaWilma Hargrove
Ethan McGraw III
Christopher Rojas
Cardelle Williams
Alyssa Blanco
Marin Hernandez III
Sirapong Muanpet
Christian Gonzalez-Sanchez
Lee Zepeda
Allen Carrascoza
Renee Herrera
Dwayne North Jr.
Loraine Sanchez
Lee Cerda
Armando Herrera
Jesus Ochoa Jr.
Marie Sosa
CriShawn Davis
Annguentta Holloway
Marie Ortiz
Rena Tapia
Michael Dorris
Lee Hogan
Nicole Ramirez
Lee Vallejo Jr.
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Onward & Upward Wishing the Class of 2022 graduates
much success and happiness on the road ahead. www.cannellair.com
CLASS OF 2015 CLASS OF 2022
Congratulations Seniors!
Ashley Mancine
Edward Mancine
Johnathon Ortiz
Daniel Jose Rivera
979.543.6485 1006 E. Jackson TACLA50626C
1504 N. Mechanic • El Campo, Tx 77437
CLASS OF 2015 CLASS OF 2022
EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
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Embrace The Moment CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SENIOR
Class of 2022!
2102 N. Mechanic St. El Campo 979-275-1330
Congratulations Class of 2022! 3703 FM 2765 El Campo 979-543-2348
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EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
CLASS OF 2015
El Campo Ricebirds
CLASS OF 2015
EL CAMPO HIGH SCHOOL
Louise Hornets
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LOUISE HIGH SCHOOL
HONOR GRADUATES
LOUISE HIGH SCHOOL HONOR GRADUATES VALEDICTORIAN Ana Garrett
SALUTATORIAN Savannah Morton
Daughter of Amy Garrett Daughter of Warren and Cody Morton Plans to attend Texas A&M University- Plans to attend University of HoustonColllege Station to study economics. Victoria to study psychology.
Congratulations Louise ISD Class of 2022! WE’RE GOING TO MISS YOU ALL!
Congratulations & Good Luck in the Future! TEACHERS/STAFF T. Appling L. Bram J. Cardenas K.Chitmon G. Franke V. Gaona C. Golan K. Jones A. Lutringer D. Menefee M. O’Brien B. Ross D. Wendel R. Wilson C. Tilley
Congrats 2022 Graduates! We’re rooting for you! As a true, Texas locally owned and operated community bank, we’re the parents, bankers, neighbors, and friends cheering you on – wherever your next chapter takes you!
Now that’s friendly! El Campo Branch 1808 West Loop (979) 543-2274
Louise Branch 206 North Street (979) 648-2691
ADMINISTRATION Garth Oliver Donna Kutac Superintendent HS Principal
Traci Harvey Counselor
Joe Bill AD
BOARD OF TRUSTEES Mark Bain Chris Faas Amanda Cox Marco Munoz President Vice President Secretary Secretary Pro-Tem Chad Stephen Ricky Hajovsky Lutringer Wendel
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HONOR GRADUATES
Kaitlyn Maley
LOUISE HIGH SCHOOL
BreAna Viesca
Clarissa Montes
Daughter of Jason Maley and Vicki Roberts
Daughter of Emma and Jose Montes
Plans to attend Sam Houston State University
Plans to attend Wharton County Junior College
to study health sciences.
to study agriculture.
Margarita Olvera
Kelly Johnae Lemus
Daughter of Jeanne Bill
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Daniel Gaona III
Son of Daniel Jr. and Venessa Gaona
Plans to attend Texas A&M-Corpus Christi to study nursing.
Plants to attend Houston Baptist University to study biology.
Keegan Kostelnik
Christopher Vasquez
Daughter of Pedro and Mary Olvera
Daughter of Cecilia Philips
Son of Bo and Lee Anna Kostelnik
Son of Maria and Serapio Vasquez
Plans to attend Wharton County Junior College
Plans to attend Wharton County Junior College
Undecided in place and area of study.
Plans to attend Buena Vista University
to study education.
to study special education.
Stephen’s Auto Body, Inc. Serving You Since 1978
“Congratulations to all 2022 Graduates” From Stephen’s Auto Body, Inc.
802 N. Mechanic • 979-543-7551 We Meet Most Of Our Customers By Accident!
Kendal Lout
Daughter of Brandi Learn and David Lout Plans to attend Wharton County Junior College to study dental hygienist.
to study engineering.
Congratulations Class of 2022!
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LOUISE HIGH SCHOOL
CLASS OF 2022
Alejandro Balderas
Andrew Bell
Ethan Chitmon
Jayden Cionek
Reign Edison
Sergio Pedraza
Andrea Resendez
Desiree Rodriguez
Reagan Skow
Stefanie Ventura
We Hire Graduates! We Are Building Solutions
Way to go Graduates! East Bernard Office
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El Campo Office
600 Sam Bishkin RD., El Campo, TX
Leedo Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
CLASS OF 2022
D’Adrian Espitia
LOUISE HIGH SCHOOL
Jesus Vega Flores
Joshua Gomez
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Shae Kidwell
Rosa Reyes Moreno
NOT PICTURED: CHLOE ALVAREZ
SIdney Vitera
Blayke Yeager
VELOCITY OILFIELD SERVICE
Congratulations Class of 2022! 2058 CR 453, El Campo 979-253-9358
Congratulations to the graduating Class of 2022!
1301 N Mechanic St., El Campo • (979) 543-2200
Congratulations El Campo and Louise Class of 2022!
Country Bride
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R&R PRINTING 979-543-9498
El Campo High School - Kendall Beal Louise High School - Keegan Kostelnik
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LOUISE HIGH SCHOOL
2022 SENIOR MEMORIES
LOUISE ISD PROM
2022 SENIOR MEMORIES
LOUISE ISD SPORTS
LOUISE HIGH SCHOOL
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Congratulations Edward Mancine & Ashley Mancine!
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CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2022! Jesse Alm eda
Joa Janda
L u is Ang u iano
H om ero B alderas
C edrick K im b le
Jacob L op ez
Rachael G onzalez
Jason Martinez
S tep hanie H ernandez
Javier Medellin
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the b est!