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pand my interests in music and art to soon become a musical artist.

• Compassionate Care Center

List activities in which you are involved at school.

Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community?

• Student Leadership

I believe it is important to be a good leader and always provide service to the community and schools, therefore, it can encourage others to do the same. Without our schools and community, there would be no foundation to set for our future leaders such as police ofﬁcers, teachers, lawyers, doctors, ﬁremen, etc. to strove beyond the limits of their full potential. Leadership is not only a quality to have during hard times but all the time. Being a good citizen and leader lets me pour gifts and talents into the youth of our community which I hope one day makes an impact in their lives.

• Helping decorate the school

What do you hope to do after high School? After high school, I plan to attend Eastern New Mexico University of a full academic and athletic scholarship. While I am in college, I plan to continue my volleyball career and pursue a degree in Forensic Biology on the pre-doctoral path. When I start my doctoral program my goal is to continue a path in medicine ultimately becoming a Forensic Pathologist.

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12th Grade Parent(s): Robert & Valerie Landeros

• Plainview Volleyball Program

How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in the Plainview community since I was 3 years old. Plainview is an amazing place to live because of the great people and the community of support that you get from our small but mighty community. Even though Plainview is a small community our community has so much to offer by never letting anyone down when someone is

• National Honor Society • National Technical Honor Society List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Plainview Debutantes • Guns Up Volleyball Club • South West Volleyball Club • Harvest Christian

1 Peter 4:10 (NIV) “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”

• Ofﬁce aid • Volunteering

• Flags

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• Activity Planning

NIKKI GONZALES

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12th Grade Parent(s): Laura Soliz

• Helping my friends • Baby sitting

How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live?

• Attending Sobriety events • Writing Music

I’ve lived in Plainview, Texas for most of my life. I think what makes this town a great place to live is the community and the people that make it feel right at home.

Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? I think its important to be a good citizen at school and in my community because it really helps to grow your opportunities and future, but its not just helping yourself its also helping other in the process, to also encourage your community to do the same.

What do you hope to do after high School? I hope to travel the world to see and experience things I’ve never had the chance to. I want to ex-

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• Plainview Drumline (Captain)

JARYD BALDERAS

• National Honors Society (treasurer)

12th Grade Parent(s): Jacalyn Martinez

• American welding Society

How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Plainview for all of my life. Plainview holds a tight-knit community where my neighbors have become good friends. I love the growth Plainview has and the push for supportive programs like the YMCA or college opportunities with Plainview Collegiate High School.

• National Technical Honors Society (Vice President)

(806) 296-0055 After high school I hope to attend either the University of Oklahoma of the University of Texas to major in biology and eventually become a cardiologist.

• Tea2Go Employee • Plainview First Assembly Member • Any-time ﬁtness member Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? It is important to be a good citizen in school and in my community because both places shape who we are and who we become. At school, I am a leader and role model for younger students. In my community, I am representing my parents, school, ad Plainview. Being a good citizen is about the heart and the responsibility, not the recognition.

• Business Professionals of America (President)

List activities in which you are involved at school. • National Honor Society (NHS) • Student Council

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11th Grade Parent(s): Ismael Torres How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Plainview for 12 years. Plainview is a great place to live in because the small community creates large opportunities for leadership and community service by providing clubs that inspire youth to get involved and make a difference.

• March Rotary Club Student of the Month List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • YMCA Lifeguard • YMCA Umpire

What do you hope to do after high School?

• YMCA referee

• Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA)

• Volunteer at the Unger Memorial Library Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? It is important to be a good citizen at school and in a community because it not only helps someone with self-improvement, but also makes it a better place for everyone overall.

• Business Professionals of America (BPA) • The Girls Soccer Tean • Spanish Club List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Our Lady of Guadelupe’s Youth Group • Volunteer at Snack Pak • Ring the Bell for Salvation Army • Help out the Food Pantry • Volunteer at the South Plains Food Bank

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have many great people who make this town better. What do you hope to do after high School?

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10th Grade Parent(s): Stephanie Luera How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Plainview for 14 years. I believe living in Plainview is great because it’s just such a small town, and the best part is having connections because most times you end up seeing someone you talk to a lot just about every week. Plainview may not have everything a kid may want, but it does

After high school, I look forward to joining the Air Force, serving my country until my early 20s. Then, I would go to school for a Master’s Degree in Business and continue to challenge myself, building character and helping others and the community. List activities in which you are involved at school.

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I think it’s essential to be a good citizen simply because you’re representing your family. With everything you do, you’re representing some part of your family, and that’s important. Also, being a good citizen comes with being that mentor and inspiring factor most kids need. Everyone looks up to someone. Also, being a good citizen is helping the community, and showing that the town has great leaders also makes people want to rise to your standard.

to ﬁnish out my education. I do not yet know what I would like to go to college for, or what I wish to do with my life. List activities in which you are involved at school. • Soccer/PCHS • UIL Academics • Advanced Courses • NJHS (Past)

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• Band

• First Baptist Youth

9th Grade Parent(s): Amy & Jerry Kelm

• Track • Football

• Community Service

How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live?

• Powerlifting List activities in which you are involved outside of school.

I have lived in this community my whole life. What makes it a great place to live is the diversity of people. I never know what kind of person I will meet, which makes every new meeting with people special.

• Part-time job at Braums • Attend Texas Teach Rural Youth Summit • Attending Plainview First Assembly of God Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community?

to be a good role model for the younger generation.

What do you hope to do after high School? I hope to attend college

• Soccer Programs • San Juan Clothes Closet • Volunteer service for the homebound Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? Because you always have people watching you. I believe that being a good citizen is to be a good role model. People will always look up to you and it is your job to show them the right thing to do and

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HARRISON PAUL CARTHEL 8th Grade Parent(s): Tyson and Ashley Carthel

How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in my community of Plainview for 14 years. I truly believe Plainview is a good place to live because of how kind and encouraging everyone is. Everyone holds each other accountable as they also lift one another up. Plainview is the true deﬁnition of “home.” What do you hope to do

List activities in which you are involved at school. • Band • Golf • Cross Country • Track • NJHS List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Civil Air Patrol • Church Volunteer • Baseball • Yard work for elderly • Elementary school volunteer • Church Choir/ Piano Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community?

get both an academic and an athletic scholarship to a great school. As of now, I am interested in pursuing either a business or an engineering degree.

I think it’s important to be a good citizen anywhere I go because I don’t know what others are going through so it’s always good to be kind and offer help when needed. I believe in pouring into my community just as they have poured into me.

List activities in which you are involved at school.

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CAMERON MCMILLAN

7th Grade Parent(s): Chance & Kelsey McMillan How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Plainview my entire life (12 years). Plainview is a great place to live because of the people that make up the community. I love living in a town where I see people I know out and about and visiting with them. What do you hope to do after high School? After high school, I hope to

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Kiwanis Flag Program

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Various Sports

Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? This is my 4th time being nominated for this award. If I am doing the right thing, then hopefully that will inspire others to do the same. I desire to be a leader and to lead those around me to be better students and better people.

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List activities in which you are involved at school. • Varsity Choir

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• Honor Choir

• Gifted and Talented

List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • College Heights food pantry

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• Church choir • Church decorating team

NATALIE ATKINSON

6th Grade Parent(s): Rebekah and Timothy Guy Atkinson How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in the community for a little over 2 years. I think that it is a great place to live because it is full of many kind people.

Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? I think it is important to be a good citizen because it gives children someone to look up to as a role model. It is also important because it shows people that you’re kind and love to be good to the earth.

• Honor Choir • Band next year!

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SAMUEL T. STROVAS

After High School, I hope to go to college and get a doctorate degree so that

5th Grade Parent(s): Karen Beth Strovas and Scott M. Strovas How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live?

What do you hope to do after high School?

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I have lived in Plainview all my life. Since it’s a small town, it’s not to busy, but it has nice churches, parks, and a college with lots of events. The schools are very good and the teachers are very nice.

What do you hope to do after high School?

• 3rd & 4th Grade Bulldog Leader

• Piano Lessons • Play piano and organ for prelude at church • Plainview Lime Lite Junior Players • Summer Bowling Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? I think it is important because it can give you conﬁdence to do important things, which can help the community. It is being a role model and belonging to serve things bigger than yourself.

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I want to get into college and then I’ll work at NASA. I hope to be an astronaut or physicist to research other planet galaxies.

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• Choir

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• Run Club

• Honor Choir

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• Leadership

• Student Leadership

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• Lunch bunch group

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? Since I was ﬁve years old. Everyone is friendly and greets you with hello or gives you a hug. I love my school and teachers. All the friends I have made. What do you hope to do after high School? After graduating high school my plans are to go to college ger a master degree and become an

List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Tumble • Participate in church group (catechism) Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? To be a good citizen is important because it helps build a positive environment, respecting others, and property. Following rules, taking responsibility, helping others, showing kindness are all important to being a good citizen. All these help contribute for me to be a better person and encourage others to follow.

• Wrestling

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived here all 10 years of my life. It’s a great place to live because the people are so nice.

• Awanas ﬁrst Baptist church • Hunting • Fishing • Shoot your way across Texas arc Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? I think it is important to be a good citizen because no one likes a bad person, so I try to be nice to people and my community.

What do you hope to do after high School? I hope to go to Texas a and m. After high school, I would like to become professional ﬁshing and hunting guide. List activities in which you

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in nursing. I will be graduating from high school with tow CTE Certiﬁcations in medical ﬁeld and my association degree from SPC. After graduation I plan to attend Texas Tech University and pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

• South Super Stars • South Honor Baseball • Bulldog Lead • Lunch Bunch

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I was born in Plainview and have lived here all my life. I like the people around town and knowing everyone. I like the pool and parks. I like the baseball league and summer sports camps.

List activities in which you are involved outside of school.

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• Food Pantry Volunteer

• Business Professionals of America

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• Babe Ruth Baseball • Cub Scout

12th Grade Parent(s): Carrie Angeles

Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community?

How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live?

I think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in my community so I can set a good example to others. Community members should lead by example and help one another.

I have lived in Floydada for my whole life. I feel it’s a great place to live because you can be very involved in events and activities. Another plus is it’s so welcoming and everyone knows each other. What do you hope to do after high School?

What do you hope to do after high School?

After high school, I hope to pursue a career in the medical ﬁeld by studying

I hope to go to a ﬁreﬁghter university.

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List activities in which you are involved at school. • Basketball • Track • FFA Creed Speaking

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8th Grade Parent(s): Beth & Tom Logsdon How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have been living in Floydada for three years now. I think it’s a great place to live in because it’s a small friendly town and everyone knows each other. When it comes to representing your school, it feels more special because it doesn’t happen as often (when placing or winning things).

• National Honor Society

ANGEL GARZA

• Church

• Prepared Speaking (FFA) • Cross Country • Showing Gilts (Stock Show FFA) List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Softball • Travel Basketball • Serve at church Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? I think it’s important because you’re representing your family. I also think its important because if we are a good citizen now it will be a habit as I get older in life. If I stay a good citizen I will get more privileges, recommenda-

a good citizen at school in the community because it shows respect for others, builds trust, and creates a positive environment. Being responsible, involved and kind make school and the community better for everyone.

• Student athletic trainer • Yearbook • UIL • Softball manager List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Shadowing nurse at near clinics • Participating in youth groups • Playing pickleball Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? I think it’s important to be

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because it sets a good example for my fellow peers and my younger siblings too.

• UIL • GT (Gifted and Talented) • UIL Spelling • UIL Music Memory

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5th Grade Parent(s): Vanessa Ceniceros & Richard Bautista

How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in my community for 11 years that’s m whole life. What makes it a great place to live in is that it has a strong sense of community and people are really nice, friendly, and supportive. What do you hope to do after high School? What I hope to do after

• UIL Art • UIL Dictionary List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Summer reading public library • Spending time with family • Helping around the house with chores • I like doing art • I also like baking • I like writing ﬁction stories Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? I think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in my community

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attend Texas Tech University and major in marketing. After completing my bachelors in marketing, I plan to acquire my masters in business administration.

to go to college to be a coach because I want to impact the lives of future students and give young people the same opportunities given to me by the amazing coach I’ve had.

to younger kids who look up to us. May not always realize it but they are watching how we act, so if we are kind and responsible they will do the same.

List activities in which you are involved at school.

• Football, basketball, track

• Basketball • FFA horse judging

• Student Council

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11th Grade Parent(s): Dane & Lori Mullins How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Silverton my whole life and what makes it a great place are the people who live here. Silverton is a kind and caring community, while in every stage of life, I have felt supported. Here, everyone feels like family. What do you hope to do after high School? After high school, I plan to

I think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community because it is our duty as citizens to serve our school and community to the best of our abilities.

• NHS

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• One Act Play

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• Coach Youth Sports List activities in which you are involved outside of school.

8th Grade Parent(s): Kaylee Rhoderick

• Silverton Methodist Church

How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live?

• Bank Teller at First National Bank • Volunteer at Silverton Downtown Association

I’ve lived in Silverton for about ﬁve years, and one of the things that makes it a great place to live is the tight knit community. Everybody knows everybody and has each other’s back when times are tough.

• High Plains Food Bank Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? I think it is important to be a good citizen in my community because it helps set a good example

What do you hope to do after high School? After high school I want

• Weight lifting • FFA opening & closing ceremonies • Volunteered to help with an elementary party • A honor roll List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • 4H horse judging • Rodeo • Food distribution • Baby-sitting • Youth group • Work at local ﬂower shop Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community?

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family, walking the peaceful streets of Hale Center, and growing up with the same group of friends who have shaped who I am. It’s peaceful, full of heart and sense of community, and I am proud to call it my home.

are involved at school. • Baseball • Football • Basketball • GT Program

• Learn Grow Eat Go

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4th Grade Parent(s): Zack & Kendra

How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live?

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• Rodeo • Horse judging • Horse showing • Pig Showing • 4-H Why do you think it is

I moved to Silverton when I was 3 years old. It’s a great place to live because it is a small town, and there is no trafﬁc.

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I want to continue ranching. My family has been ranching and raising cattle.

citizen at school and in your community?

First of all, my parents importance of manners which helps me be a better citizen. Citizenship is important because there are kids that look up to us.

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JAYLEN GOMEZ

12th Grade Parent(s): Ray & Veronica Gomez How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Hale Center, Texas, for about 14 years. It’s honestly been such a blessing to grow up in a small town where everyone knows your name and you as a person. There is a sense of community. People show support for one another, whether it’s at a Friday night football game or when someone needs help. I have made memories with neighbors who have felt like

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After high school, I plan to attend Texas Tech University to pursue a nursing degree to achieve my goal of becoming an ICU nurse. Caring for others has always been something that felt natural to me, and I had a nurse that made a difference in one of my most critical moments. After I gain some experience, I plan to return to school to become a Certiﬁed Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) at the University of Illinois Chicago. I know the journey isn’t going to be easy, but I have come this far. I am committed to my studies and aspire to use my education to give back to the community. List activities in which you are involved at school. •

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Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? To me, being a good citizen means showing respect, compassion, and responsibility, both inside the classroom and outside in the community. Growing up, I’ve seen how one person’s kindness or leadership can make a real difference, whither it be when a classmate stands up for someone or when volunteers come together after a big storm. Being someone others can count on not only builds trust but also creates a stronger, united community for everyone. Whether it’s helping my classmate with homework or volunteering in the community, small actions can lead to big change.

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good inﬂuence on others. Being the opposite could make people believe it is okay to do the same things a bad citizen would do.

ﬁnd a good college and work as either an artist or baker, or some place that would make me happy in general, or make me enjoy my time after the end of high school.

• Marching Band

• Reading

• Art

• Fishing

• Tennis

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• NHS (National Honor Society)

8th Grade Parent(s): Kerry Hervey How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I’ve lived in this community since I was born and something that I think makes it a great place to live would be the people. Not many people here will judge you heavily or make you feel too unwelcomed. What do you hope to do after high School? What I hope to do after high school would be to

List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Basketball

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• UIL Art Smart

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• P.E.

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• UIL Oral Reading

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• Being in the newspaper!

4th Grade Parent(s): Noe & Idalia Herrera

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live?

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• Helping my mom in her classroom • Camping Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? I think it is important because I can be a good person for people who need help.

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Abernathy, Texas my whole life. It is a great place to live because despite its size, it has tons of heart. Here, there’s a strong sense of community where everyone knows each other’s name and constantly uplifts one another. What do you hope to do after high School?

have helped with food drives, cleaning up yards, meals for the elderly. While my teachers and leaders have helped me academically and socially grow into the person I am today. Living in such a supportive environment has made me more responsible, caring, and appreciative of the people around me. Abernathy is not just a place to live, it’s a place that helps you grow.

I believe it is important to be a good citizen at my school and community because when I do, I’m helping to execute a positive image for myself that I hope can inspire my peers, community, and younger students who look up to older role models that do the right thing even when no one is watching.

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Abernathy for 13 years. I have lived here since birth and can’t imagine anywhere else I would rather be. This community has played a big role in shaping who I am today. In a tight-knit town like this, people look out for one another, and everyone feels like a family. The strong sense of belonging and connection here has taught me the importance of kindness, respect, and working together. I’ve learned to value the simple things, like helping a neighbor or being part of local traditions that bring everyone together. I

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After high school, I hope to attend Texas Tech University and major in Animal Science. Growing up on an agricultural background, I’ve developed a strong passion for animals and agriculture and I want to further my knowledge in this ﬁeld. Texas Tech’s program offers great opportunities for hands-on experience and learning, and I’m excited to pursue a career where I can combine my love for animals with my interest in agriculture. I would also like to be a strong member of my community.

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Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? Being a good citizen at school and in your community is important because it creates a respectful, supportive environment for everyone. It fosters positive relationships, encourages teamwork, and promotes empathy, making learning and living together more enjoyable. Through Student Council, 4-H and school service projects, I have been able to watch and practice citizenship in my community. These organizations promote service and leadership in local settings. Thankfully, I have seen the example of citizenship from my parents, teachers, and leaders. This has given me a true picture of how I should give back to my community. I truly believe we were not meant to exist alone, but help each other.

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5th Grade Parent(s): Nathan & Kate Harkey How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I love it here and my teachers love everyone. Everyone is super nice. Teachers are patient and help everyone learn. I have gone to school here since kindergarten.

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To give a good inﬂuence on everyone else. It doesn’t matter what pace you learn at, just work hard and be a kind person.

I have lived in Lockney since the day I was born. Being a part of this community has been an absolute blessing. The Lockney community is extremely supportive and helpful. This is what makes it a great place to live.

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I want to attend Texas Tech and either become a nurse or a teacher.

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Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? I feel that it is important to be a good citizen, because it sets the standard. By implementing these standards, we are being role models to others. Which can inﬂuence to want to work hard. This is why it is important to always be a good citizen.

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of good citizens which is why our town continues to thrive. It is a selﬂess contribution that makes our Lockney Longhorns, both old and young, successful.

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? My family moved to Lockney in 2014 when I was 3 years old. Lockney is full of great people. People say that what makes West Texas so wonderful is the friendly people. That is true for our community. We come together to support each other, our youth, businesses, and schools.

• Football • Basketball • Student Council • UIL Academics • 4-H – FFA Swine projects and livestock judging List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Baseball (Lubbock Baseball Academy and Little League) • Church Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? Citizenship helps create a feeling of belonging and responsibility in your community. Citizenship helps us create a better school and society. Lockney is full

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5th Grade Parent(s): Casey & Amber Lambert How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live?

• Girl Scouts • Gymnastics Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? So you can help and be apart of things and so you can be a leader and a goof person.

I have lived in Lockney for 10 years and all the great and helping people make it great. What do you hope to do after high School? I would like to go to Texas Tech and be a RN Nurse. List activities in which you are involved at school. • Gt Program

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bility for your actions, and helping others succeed. When you contribute positively – whether through volunteering, leading by example, or simply being kind – it creates a ripple effect that makes your school and community stronger, safer, and more welcoming for everyone.

I hope to become an ultrasound technician and to help people. List activities in which you are involved at school. • Basketball • Track • Cross-Country • Cheerleading

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12th Grade Parent(s): Veronica & Roque Soltero How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I’ve lived in Hart for 9 years now, and it is truly a special place. Everyone here knows each other, creating a warm, supportive, and safe environment. What do you hope to do after high School? After high school, I plan to attend West Texas A&M University to study nursing. I am excited to start

7th Grade Parent(s): Analyssa & Jesus Hernandez

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I have lived in my community for 12 years. It’s a great place to live in because it’s so small we know each other and the community is nice, for example, if someone needed something we would all come together and help as much as we can.

• Upward Bound WT A&M Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? Being a good citizen at school and in your community helps build trust and a supportive environment. It means acting with respect, taking responsi-

List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Catholic Catechism Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? I think it’s important to be a good citizen because I want to contribute to be a more vibrant and positive environment for everyone.

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived here in Hart all my life. There are many great things about living in a small community. One thing I can say for sure is we are more like a family than just acquaintances. We stand together. What do you hope to do after high School? After graduation from high school, I plan to

• UIL – Maps, Graphs, and Charts • UIL – Number Sense List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • CCE – Church Classes • Alter Server - Church • Football – West Texas Short-Horns Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? Being a good citizen is very important. It shows the people and community to be positive and have good morals. If you show being good then people are more likely to follow along. It helps your self esteem and makes you feel better.

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the community shows good character and people in you community can trust you. Showing people good citizenship will lead people to join and make the community great.

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Tulia for the past 18 years, and what makes Tulia a great place to live is that living in a small town, everybody treats each other like family. People respect each other, and if help is needed. Our community is willing to help and we help embrace our culture of helping people. What do you hope to do after high School? After high school, I plan

• Interact Club • Senior Advisory Council • Varsity Baseball • Auto mechanics List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Volunteering • Babysitting • Sports • Dog sitting Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? I believe it’s important to be a good citizen at school because as upperclassmen we need to represent as good role models to underclassmen. Being a good citizen in

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I’ve lived in this community since I’ve been born. What makes this place great to live in is the people around Tulia and they are so nice. What do you hope to do after high School? What I hope to do after high school is to go to college and play softball for the University of Texas. List activities in which you

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I think it’s important to be a good citizen at school because somebody has to be a leader and not a follower. Therefore, it is important in the community because there are lots of people who are a follower and that’s why you have to become a leader and do what’s right in this community and show that we are a great community.

I have lived in my community my whole life. It is a great place to live because most of my family is here. I enjoy going to the local parks with my cousins and riding bikes at the bike trail with my dad.

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12th Grade Parent(s): Michael & Stacie Ramage How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? My roots are deep in Olton, Texas. Many of my family members were raised here and never wanted to leave. I have lived in Olton my entire life and I wouldn’t want it any other way. We are a very self-sufﬁcient town; we have everything we need and more. These are my kind of people. What do you hope to do

• Run Club List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Tulia youth sports basketball • YMCA softball Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? It is important to be a good citizen wherever you are because it is setting good example for everyone to follow.

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In the fall of 2025 I will attend Angelo State University to pursue my dream of becoming an athletic trainer. My goal is to earn a master’s degree in kinesiology. From there my future plans depends on God’s will, whether I will work at the high school or college level. I am passionate about starting a sports ministry where I can not only provide physical assistance but also support kids in mental health and spiritual well being.

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our family during this time. We also have great seasons. The whole community comes out to support the students. Our community supports and donates money to help students with future projects. I could go on forever about why Olton is a great place to live but I am just going to say that God has blessed me with a great home town.

• Clean funeral homes • Olton Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? People are always watching in a small town. Small acts of service can add up and be immensely appreciated I the log run. From a young age I was taught to do good even when it is not reciprocated.

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8th Grade Parent(s): Dillon and Bethany DeBerry How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Olton my entire life. Olton is a great place to live because it is like my extended family. We have great places to live, great stores and recently got a new hardware store. Olton is like extended family. Everyone helps each other. My great grandmother passed away recently, so many people brought us food and prayed for

What do you hope to do after high School? I plan to attend college. I would love to play sports at the college level. After college I plan to join the family farming and ranching business.

• AAU Basketball • Summer stock shows • National Junior Angus Association Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? It takes great people to make a great school and community. We should have good character and be kind, responsible, honest and respectful. Following the rules, respecting teachers and leaders and being helpful when someone is in need are all important.

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our community and in people’s lives. I hope to inspire people of all ages on what you can accomplish when you work hard. List activities in which you are involved at school.

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5th Grade Parent(s): Aaron Rejino How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Olton for 11 years. I have seen ﬁrsthand how this community helps everyone during life’s difﬁcult, moments. We stick together and that is what makes Olton a great place to live.

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I want to be counted on when called upon to help others while making a lasting impact on those around me.

I have lived in Olton my entire life. Olton is a small town where everyone knows everyone. Everyone is so kind and always so willing to lend a helping hand.

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• Gifted and Talented List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Olton youth little dribblers • Nike Elite Basketball • Gymnastics • Sports camps • Church group Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? Because God calls us to love everyone and to set a good example in school and in my community. I want to show integrity, love and kindness in my character and in my actions.

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11th Grade Parent(s): Kaylee and Nicholas LaDuke How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I moved to Cotton Center this year and found a tight-knit, loving community. Everyone has a warm and embracing attitude and is family oriented. It is a small town with big dreams and is full of hard working, generous people. What do you hope to do after high School?

• FFA • One Act Play • Track/cross country • Basketball • Tennis List activities in which you are involved outside of school. • Volunteer with youth at Methodist Church • Samaritans purse Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? It is something bigger than yourself. Everything we do has an impact on others whether we think so or not. Therefore doing good things or being a leader in your community can inﬂuence others to

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Cotton Center for 6 years. It is a small town but there are a lot of great neighbors to surround us and that makes it a great place to live.

• SWAS Swim team Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? It is important to create a positive and supportive environment for all. It means being kind, helpful, following rules, being responsible and making a safe environment for all to enjoy.

What do you hope to do after high School? I plan to attend Texas Tech University and major I nursing to become a NICU nurse and work at Texas Children’s Hospital.

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I have lived here for ten years and it is a great place because of my school and family.

I have lived in Kress since birth. The small-town atmosphere is what makes it a great place to live. Nothing compares to knowing everyone on a ﬁrst name basis and always being willing to help each other out.

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• 4-H Steer exhibitor • 4-H Shooting sports

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• 4-H Livestock judging/ skillathon Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community?

I have lived in Kress my whole life. I believe that Kress is a great place to live because people support and encourage each other like one big family. What do you hope to do after high School? After high school I plan to attend San Angelo State University with plans to become a commercial airline pilot.

Being a good citizen means always doing the right thing even when no one is watching. From picking up trash through Adopt A Highway, donating items to the Kress food Pantry, and supporting the local ﬁre department I strive to be a good citizen.

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Kress for the majority of my life. We moved to Kress when I was 7 years old. My community is a great place to live because we do not just give have neighbors we have a family all around us.

Why do you think it is important to be a good citizen at school and in your community? It is important to be a good citizen in school and in my community, because someone is always watching and I want to be a good role model.

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After high school, I plan to attend Nelson University to get my bachelor of business administration in accounting. Additionally, I hope to continue to be a faithful servant and spread the word of God.

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How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in my community for 10 years. Since it is a small town, the community is closely connected. Often, I ﬁnd familiar faces at Walmart and enjoy casual conversation. What do you hope to do after high School? I plan to go to college and major in psychology. While in college, I plan

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I have lived in this community for 7 years. What makes Plainview a great place to live for me is being able to attend a school at Plainview Classical Academy. Another area I have been blessed in my life is with my church community at Plainview First Assembly.

I think that being a good citizen at school and in my community allows me to make an impact on those around me. Whether it be providing food or kindness, small acts of good can turn into large improvements for a community.

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After high school, I hope to enroll into college so I can learn how to become a financial adviser. After college, I am going to live in an apartment, find my soulmate, have a child, get hired as a financial advisor, and create books for a hobby.

I think it is important to be a good citizen at school and my community because I would like to live in a world where everybody got along, didn’t lie, or break the law. Personally, I believe that it is my responsibility to take the ﬁrst step.

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5th Grade Parent(s): Caylee & Jeremy Brush How long have you lived in your community and what makes it a great place to live? I have lived in Plainview for 5 years and all the while enjoyed the experience. Some of the reasons I have loved living in Plainview is because of Plainview Classical Academy. My school enforces the law, supports the community, and allows us to have fun. I love Plainview and never plan to leave. What do you hope to do

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