College Signing Day is a celebration recognizing our scholars’ achievements as they proudly reveal the college or university they will attend this fall. Additionally, this event marks an important accomplishment for IDEA students, many of whom will be the first in their families to attend college. These students have beaten many odds, and their decision to attend and finish college marks a significant change in the trajectory of their lives.
From tearful speeches to the roar of the crowd, no event represents every family’s hopes and dreams more than College Signing Day. Though each senior is embarking on their own journey to and through college, the lessons and memories they have gained during their time with IDEA will remain with them for a lifetime.
Welcome
Alumni Speech
Senior Reveals
Scholarship Presentations
Closing
LETTER
FROM THE
SUPERINTENDENT
Team & Family,
Welcome to my favorite IDEA event of the year—College Signing Day (CSD)!
College Signing Day is an IDEA tradition unlike any other. It began as IDEA’s promise to parents: “Your child will go to college.” Across the Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, the Austin metro area, El Paso and Baton Rouge, CSD is an opportunity for our seniors to announce a meaningful commitment and for our schools and communities to celebrate everything that led up to this joyful and pivotal moment.
So, if you want to feel inspired, you’re in the right place.
If you want to feel hopeful about the future of our community, our country, and our world, stick around.
If you came to cheer on your own student today, don’t be surprised if you’re screaming for one you have never met.
Across IDEA’s schools, the 3,190 members of the Class of 2025 have achieved over 15,976 acceptances to colleges and universities across the country. Today we learn where everyone is headed.
While this moment is a culmination of sorts, it also represents a new start for the students who have worked so hard to get here. So many opportunities, adventures, experiences, and challenges lie ahead.
For now, this is a day for celebration. For every senior who declares their college choice on this stage, let’s also celebrate and be grateful for the teachers, counselors, principals, parents, siblings, grandparents, mentors, employers, neighbors, friends, and everyone else who has supported these students.
Class of 2025: Congratulations! You’re going to college.
Equipo y Familia,
Bienvenidos a mi evento favorito de IDEA del año: ¡College Signing Day (CSD)!
College Signing Day es una tradición de IDEA como ninguna otra. Comenzó como una promesa de IDEA a los padres: “Su hijo irá a la universidad”. Hoy, en todo el Valle del Río Grande, San Antonio, el área metropolitana de Austin El Paso y Baton Rouge, CSD es una oportunidad para que nuestros alumnos de ultimo grado anuncien un compromiso significativo y para que nuestras escuelas y comunidades celebren todo lo que condujo a este momento alegre y crucial.
Así que, si quieres sentirte inspirado, estás en el lugar correcto.
Si quieres sentirte esperanzado sobre el futuro de nuestra comunidad, nuestro país y nuestro mundo, quédate con nosotros.
Si el día de hoy, estás aquí para apoyar a tu propio estudiante, no te sorprendas si estás gritando por uno que jamás habías conocido.
En todos los campus de IDEA, los 3,190 miembros de la Clase de 2025 han logrado más de 15,976 aceptaciones en colegios y universidades de todo el país. Hoy aprendemos hacia dónde se dirige cada uno.
Si bien este momento es una especie de culminación, también representa un nuevo comienzo para los estudiantes que han trabajado tan duro para llegar aquí. Tantas oportunidades, aventuras, experiencias y desafíos por delante.
Por ahora, este es un día de celebración. Para cada estudiante de último año que declara su elección de universidad en este escenario, también celebremos y agradezcamos a los maestros, consejeros, directores, padres, hermanos, abuelos, mentores, empleadores, vecinos, amigos y todos los demás que han apoyado a estos estudiantes.
Clase 2025: ¡Felicidades! Vas a ir a la universidad.
JEFF COTTRILL, Ed.D. CEO & Superintendent IDEA Public Schools
DR. JEFF COTTRILL CEO & SUPERINTENDENT
FISHER
CODY GRINDLE CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER CHIEF GOVERNANCE OFFICER PRESIDENT
MARTIN WINCHESTER CHIEF HUMAN ASSETS OFFICER
GONZALEZ DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT
HESS
KATHLEEN ZIMMERMANN CHIEF COLLEGE OFFICER CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
GARZA
STEARNS,
CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER
LAYNE
MARLON SHEARS
JESSICA
COLLEEN
Ed.D.
PHILLIP
DOLORES
REGIONAL LEADERSHIP
ANDREA FERNANDEZ
AREA SUPERINTENDENT
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, IDEA GREATER AUSTIN
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Collin Sewell, Chair
Ed Rivera, Vice-Chair and Secretary
Erich Holmsten, Treasurer
Al Lopez, In Memoriam
Gary Lindgren
Theresa Barrera-Shaw
Nanette Cocero
Connie Miner
David Dunn
REGIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS AUSTIN
Yolanda Davila, Board Chair
Angel Escobedo
Rex Gore
Alejandra Vela Marin
Stephanie Perryman
Dr. Richard J. Reddick
Selicia Sanchez-Adame
MICHAEL BATTLE
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
COLLEGE FOR ALL SPONSOR
CHAMPION SPONSOR
PENNANT SPONSOR
SPECIAL THANKS TO
Abel Gonzalez Instant Balloon Stands
THANKS TO OUR COLLEGE PARTNERS
SENIORS, DID YOU
KNOW?
The IDEA ALUMNI AFFAIRS TEAM is here to support you through your college journey!
CONGRATULATIONS IDEA BLUFF SPRINGS!
To my incredible 2025 graduates,
Today marks an incredible moment in all your lives. You deserve this moment to soak in the hard work and effort that has brought you here. I could not be prouder of all of you – I know your families, teachers, and our leaders at Bluff Springs College Prep feel the same way.
One thing to note – as you embark on this next journey – is that the journey itself is what matters. The celebration is not the same without the effort, the sweat, the tears – everything you have poured into your education. The journey is its own reward.
As you move forward after this year, never take the journey for granted. It is what brought you to this moment, and it is what awaits you as you continue on through college. You have the power to accomplish anything you set your eyes on, so long as you put in the work every day.
Your principal,
Dr.
Daniel Gonzalez
Principal, IDEA Bluff Springs College Preparatory
CLASS OF 2025
Christopher Almaraz
Brenda Alvarez Lopez
Alexander Andow
Jener Arana Cruz
Mary Ashley Puro Barredo
Summer Benavidez Vizcarra
Rosa Carcamo Estrada
Nathan Cardenas
Kate Castillo
Juan Chiroy Menchu
Ashley Conchas
Valeria Hidaly Cortes Soto
Ian Cruz
Alessandra De La Rosa
Abigail De La Rosa
Thiera Deligent
Salem Diaz Lopez
Carlos Esparza-Garcia
Efer Figueroa Bardales
Viviana Garcia
Ciomara Gonzalez
Andres Gonzalez Tejeda
Amber Heney
Julian Hernandez
Eliezer Hernandez
David Hernandez vCerda
Oliver Hernandez Yepiz
Jasmine Kim
Skarleth Lagos Ordonez
Makayla Leighton
Mynor Lix-Chiroy
Jennifer Lopez
Anthony Lopez-Cortez
Valeria Manzano Silva
Michael Angelo Marin
Reina Martinez De La O
Derek Martinez Zamorano
Milton Mayorga-Benitez
Diego Mejia Priego
Alejandro Mena Medina
Ariana Montes De Oca Arteaga
Diego Moreno-Sanjuanero
Brenda Nino Ramos
Issac Olvera
Rafael Padilla
Kaela Parisher
Amy Perez-Cruz
Alexander Retana-Zacarias
Leilani Reyes
Joelyn Rivera
Kimora Ann Rodriguez
Faith Saenz
Eric Saucedo Godinez
Miguel Saucedo Sanchez
Samantha Saucedo-Palencia
Maria Segura Lopez
Morgan Stoops
Noah Thompson
Joselyn Valencia Loredo
Evelyn Valencia Loredo
Andres Vega
Kiara Michelle Williams
Shawn Dale Polikoswky
Jisella Jenell Mitchell
CONGRATULATIONS IDEA KYLE!
Dear Class of 2025,
Today is a celebration of your hard work, dedication, and dreams. College Signing Day is not just about choosing a school—it’s about embracing the future you’ve worked so hard for. Each of you has overcome challenges, pushed past limits, and proven that success is within your reach.
As you take this next step, remember that you carry the spirit of our school with you. Continue to ignite your passion, empower others, and lead with integrity. The journey ahead will have its ups and downs, but you are more than ready.
And remember, Knights, if nobody tells you they love you, know that we love you, and we always will. We are Knights. We ignite. We empower. We lead.
Make it a great college year… or not… the choice is yours.
Byeeeeee!
Karen Jasso Principal, IDEA Kyle College Preparatory
CLASS OF 2025
Diego Aguilar-Jaimes
Ali Ali
Alexander Alvarez-Martinez
Aiden Arredondo
Corrine Bernard
Cyra Brite
Michael Cariaga
Gabriel Carrillo Muñoz
Johanna Castelan
Jackeline Chiroy
Mayra Clemente
Maxwell Cook
Faith Crosby
Erick Diaz Vera
Andrea Flores
Elijah Flournoy
Crystal Garcia Rico
Cheyne Gilbert
Sherlyn Guadarrama
Jaden Guevara
Joseph Ibarra
Anthony Jaramillo-Posada
Estrella Lara
Brandon Lewis
Cristian Lopez
Gisele Lopez
Ruby Lopez
Venancio Lopez-Jaimes
Kyle Lyons
Santiago Magana-Lahaye
Michaela Marquez
Joel Martinez
Galilea Martinez-Betancourt
Crystal Martinez-Hernandez
Jackson Matlock
Aislynn McGlasson
Kylee Melendez-Dorlouis
Josiah Navarro
Chris Ramiro Ochoa-Solis
Andres Olmedo
Jordan Orozco
Xzavier Palacios
Andrew Patino-Terrazas
Julian Perez
Alberto Perez Morales
Emanuel Piñeda
Luis Quiroga
Aaron Ramirez
Darlyn Reines Robaina
Zoe Rivera
Stephany Rivera Verbena
Christopher Rodriguez Montoya
Antonio Romero
Luke Rouen
Helena Marissa Ruffin
Payton Ruppert
Christian Salinas
Leihlani Salinas
Kassandra Salinas
Aileen Salome
Cameron Schultz
Aiyana Sturdevant-Davis
Miranda Tello-Martinez
Diego Tijerina
Miranda Urbano Alegria
Kaitlynn Valdez
Jennifer Valdez
Anthony Vega-Diego
Gabriel Vela
Dominic Velez
Anthony Vittorio
Aumauria Watson
Keilah Williams
Kaitlyn Young
Esmeralda Zamora-Jimenez
Miguel Zamora-Jimenez
CONGRATULATIONS IDEA MONTOPOLIS!
Today is your day, a day that marks not just the end of one journey but the beginning of endless possibilities. You have faced challenges, overcome obstacles, and proven that with perseverance and determination, you can achieve anything. There may have been moments when giving up felt easier, but you pushed forward, and that strength will carry you far in life. Whether you’re heading to college, the military, or a career, remember that your future is limitless, you are built for greatness.
Some of you will be moving to new cities, even new states, leaving behind the family and community that has shaped you. It won’t always be easy, but in those moments of uncertainty, trust yourself, stay grounded in who you are, and never forget where you came from. You will find your way, just as you always have, because you are resilient, fearless, and unstoppable.
Look around you, this is a moment you have worked so hard for, and no one can take that from you. Bulldogs, go out and change the world, chase your dreams fearlessly, and never forget, you will always have a home here at Montopolis.
Forever proud of you,
Desiree Novodvorschi Principal, IDEA Montopolis College Preparatory
CLASS OF 2025
Ivan Aguilar
Imanol Aguilar Campos
Luis David Aguirre Charles
Amber Teresa Alfaro Dominguez
Angel Steven Alvares Romo
Bruce Alvarez Flores
Jarin Fernando Alvarez Molina
Christopher Justin Angeles Granados
Joel Arvizu Vences
Allison Melissa Ayala Alvarenga
Chris Gabriel Baca
Bryan Arturo Baca Marquez
Jennifer Barbosa Morales
Laura Ruby Bautista Colchado
Christopher Bautista Perez
Daniela Bernal Guzman
Xavier Jaden Wayne Brewster
Maialen Cervantes
Andrea Graciela Chavez
Ruben Coronado
Erick Emanuel Cortez Gorostieta
Aaron Duran Ortiz
Christian Antonio Escalante Mayorquin
Ernest Espinoza Bernache
Jerycho Jeremy Garcia Hernandez
Diego Garcia Angel
Juan Jose Garcia Espinoza
Luis Enrique Garcia Jaimes
Yobani Jose Gomez Mejia
John Andrew Gonzales
Araceli Gonzalez Espinoza
Nathan Gonzalez Roman
Kevin Alexander Grimaldo Colmenero
Georgio Noel Hernandez Matias
Gabriel Hernandez Pedraza
Benito Joel Iwabuchi
Krystal Jacobo Gonzalez
Ashten Devon Johnson
Dylen Kevon James Johnson
Sarah Jacquelyn Juarez
Christian Ledesma
Cesar Gael Leyva-Martinez
Andres Lopez Castro
Mariela Lopez-Montes
Ashley Marina Maradiaga Somarriba
Leslie Laura Martinez Perez
Juan Martinez-Sanchez
Sergio Martinez-Torres
Brisseth Lorena Melendez-Rueda
Norma Elizabeth Mendez
Aaron Minez-Salas
Abigail Molina Alberto
Juliana Morales Perez
Jaclyn Muñoz
Rodolfo Najar Mendieta
Maria Amparo Olvera-Mireles
Lizbeth Ortiz
Jason Marquez Qassom-Hernandez
Martin Emanuel Ramirez Gasca
Olga Maria Ramirez Gasca
Carlos Razo
Yamilette Giselle Resendis
Viviana De Los Angeles Reyes-Ramirez
Nayely Guadalupe Rivas Soto
Nancy Isabella Rivera
Caroline Vanessa Rivera-Santos
Gael Rodriguez Gonzalez
Arturo Jovanny Rodriguez Rivera
Eduardo Jobany Rodriguez Romero
Shadya Samantha Rodriguez-Bello
Adrian Rodriguez-Robledo
Daniella Rodriguez-Robledo
Angela Rosales Martinez
Jasmine Rayne Ruiz
Mariela Alejandra Sanabria Parga
Nya Keyan Ayomide Scott
Arthur La’Nell Sneed
Kevin Suarez-Acuna
Anthony Tonche-Cabello
Johnathan Elijah Torres
Joseline Trejo-Tula
Ana Isabel Valor Valor
Roselyn Giovanna Velez Godoy
CONGRATULATIONS IDEA PFLUGERVILLE!
Pfounding Wizards,
Class of 2025! Look Alive! Congratulations on your graduation!
We are so incredibly proud of all of you. We are so grateful to each and every one of you.
Thank you for helping to build our school year after year. You have created a legacy on our campus that is focused on community. The Class of 2025 has many shared, positive traits: hard work, humor, self-advocacy, and kindness. These characteristics set a tone for our whole student body, and your influence will continue for years. You have defined what being an IDEA Pflugerville Wizard means.
Now, you have endless opportunities (and joy!) in front of you. Always consider your impact on your community (whether Pflugerville or beyond) because you have the pfuture of our world in your hands. You are an agent of change and will do magical things!
Wands Up Pforever!
Katherine Banghart Principal, IDEA Pflugerville College Preparatory
CLASS OF 2025
Fernando Abad-Labrada
Jayleen Aguilar-Balderas
Giselle Aguilar-Ortiz
Norberto Aguirre
Aamna Ahmad
Guadalupe Almanzan-Jaimes
Victor Aniceto Sanchez
Lazaro Arreola Ramos
Samara Arreola
Karen Arroyo
Jerron Banks-Cora
Breidy Benitez Cardenas
Marco Benitez Muñoz
Bethel Bogale
Jerome Brickle
Yaretzi Castelan-Zepeda
Genesis Castillo Garcia
Hamza Chakir
Aarya Chaulagain
Lizbeth Contreras
Tan Dang
Kevin Deza
Jessica Dinh
Sarah Durazzo
Nevaeh Edwards Nichols
Nelson Estrada-Hernandez
Anthony Flores
Kelsey Freeman
Jocelyn Garcia Maldonado
Brandon Garcia
Irvin Garcia-Mondragon
Edgar Gomez Zavala
Daisy Gonzalez-Guzman
Yoselin Grimaldo Guerrero
Emmanuel Hernandez
Ivan Hernandez-Turrubiates
Alexis Ibarra-Barboza
Carsyn Koos
A’Braisha Leblanc
Marco Antonio Lopez Sanchez
David Lopez
Miranda Lozano-Hinojosa
Jason Luna
Abigail Macedo-Sanchez
Daphne Martinez-Lopez
Krystelle Maya Olais
Banya Mendoza-Avila
Kabari Mitchell
Andre Mix Benavente
Daniela Molina
Abril Morales Dominguez
Devanny Mota Alarcon
Michael Motal
Natalie Noriega-Mercado
Aliyah Ontiveros
Vanessa Ortiz-Moreno
Dilan Perez Romero
Laura Ramirez Garcia
Ruby Ramos Gonzalez
Alejandro Resendiz
Kevin Reyes-Portillo
Mauricio Reyes-Portillo
Fabricio Rivera-Martinez
Angel Rodriguez Jimenez
Ashley Rodriguez
Adriana Rodriguez-Vargas
Josue SalazarCruz
Asya Salazar
Aidenn Sanchez
Matthew Sanchez-Austin
Alex Satey-Lopez
Keyla Segovia-Munoz
Robert Smith
Jaime Torres Gomez
Amy Truong
Samuel Tucker
Marcos Valdez
Gilberto Velasco-Santos
Justin Villalon
Trae Walcott
Quentin Williamson
CONGRATULATIONS IDEA RUNDBERG!
To my FIERCE Rundberg Rattlers, Class of 2025:
Congratulations on an outstanding senior year! College Signing Day marks a major milestone in not only your high school career but in your entire life as well. We have prepared you to do great things, and most importantly, we have prepared you to live a choice-filled life. Whatever your path may be, pursue it with complete confidence. Believe in yourself because we ALL believe in you!
When I think about your class, I think about the amazingly funny, witty, kind, and genuine personality traits that you all embody. Your class is beyond memorable, and I know that each of you will leave a positive and lasting impact on our school community.
Thank you for being you and thank you for chasing your dreams. Continue setting a great example for our younger Rattlers. Be yourself and never stop pursuing excellence.
Remember, WE STRIKE FIRST! SSSSS!
Yours Truly,
Meggie Summers Principal, IDEA Rundberg College Preparatory
