CSD IDEA RGV 4 Program 2025

Rio Grande Valley, TX Alamo, Mission, Riverview, Sports Park

FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025

9:30 AM • McALLEN CONVENTION CENTER 700 CONVENTION CENTER BLVD., McALLEN, TX 78501

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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.

PROGRAM Welcome Alumni Speech Senior Reveals Scholarship Presentations Closing

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LETTER FROM THE

SUPERINTENDENT Team & Family,

Equipo y Familia,

Welcome to my favorite IDEA event of the year—College Signing Day (CSD)!

Bienvenidos a mi evento favorito de IDEA del año: ¡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.

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.

So, if you want to feel inspired, you’re in the right place.

Así que, si quieres sentirte inspirado, estás en el lugar correcto.

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.

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

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IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

LEADERSHIP

DR. JEFF COTTRILL CEO & SUPERINTENDENT

CODY GRINDLE

DOLORES GONZALEZ

PRESIDENT

LAYNE FISHER

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

MARTIN WINCHESTER CHIEF HUMAN ASSETS OFFICER

MARLON SHEARS CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER

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DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT

JESSICA HESS

CHIEF GOVERNANCE OFFICER

KATHLEEN ZIMMERMANN CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

PHILLIP GARZA CHIEF COLLEGE OFFICER

COLLEEN STEARNS, Ed.D. CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER

REGIONAL LEADERSHIP

JILL DOMINGUEZ AREA SUPERINTENDENT

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 RIO GRANDE VALLEY

Alyssa L. Romero, Board Chair Maria Antonia Chapa Cerise R. de Garduno Sarah Garza Zulieda Lopez-Habbouche

Andrea Rodriguez Bobby Saenz CJ Sanchez Jesus (Jesse) Zepeda

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THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS COLLEGE FOR ALL SPONSOR

CHAMPION SPONSOR

PENNANT SPONSOR

SPECIAL THANKS TO

Abel Gonzalez

Instant Balloon Stands

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THANKS TO OUR COLLEGE PARTNERS

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SENIORS, DID YOU KNOW?

The IDEA ALUMNI AFFAIRS TEAM is here to support you through your college journey!

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THE ROAD BEGINS AT

IDEA!

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR GRADES K – 12

APPLY NOW!

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CONGRATULATIONS IDEA ALAMO! Dear Class of 2025, Wow, what a journey it’s been! From day one, you’ve shown resilience, passion, and a drive to succeed. As Griffins, you’ve soared higher than ever, breaking barriers and lifting each other up along the way.

These halls will always echo with your laughter, and the friendships that have shaped you. You’ve left a legacy, one of courage, kindness, and determination. And now, as you step into the next chapter, know that you are ready for whatever comes next.

Chase those dreams, embrace every challenge, and never forget the strength within you. You have the power to change the world, and we can’t wait to see all the incredible things you’ll do.

Congratulations, Class of 2025! The best is yet to come.

Maria Charles Principal, IDEA Alamo College Preparatory

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CLASS OF 2025

Camila Alanis Carrizales Ashley Armendariz Nicholas Avila Sebastian Cardenas Florentino Cardenas Elizabeth Cedillo Linda Centeno Ellian Cervantes Christian Esquivel-Galindo Danika Cortina Gael Cuellar Nadia Del Toro Neyda Del Toro Brianna Escamilla Danyarzei Cinta Maximiliano Estrada Genesis Fiscal-Pacheco Ricardo Galvan Clarissa Garcia Josue Garcia Irvin Garcia Jasmine Garza Daniel Garza Dalia Garza-De Lara Breandon Gonzalez Evelynn Gonzalez Oscar Gonzalez Adrian Guerra Karla Hernandez Hildebrando Izaguirre Tiffany Izquierdo

Benito Limon Anabella Lopez Darren Lopez Paola Lopez Bryan Lucas-Bautista Gabriel Martinez Job Martinez Alexis Martinez Joselin Mata Esthefania Mendoza Aaron Mendoza Efren Mendoza Josue Montalvo-Mendez Santos Morales Jacob Moralez Manuel Pazos Natali Perez Gutierrez Ximena Polanco Marco Quinto Christina Ramirez Nathalia Ramirez Aline Ramirez Keyla Ramirez Aracely Ramirez Rodolfo Rivera Edwuard Rodriguez Sergio Salinas Joel Sanchez Estefania Trujillo-Campos Yocelyn Vera

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CONGRATULATIONS IDEA MISSION! To the Phoenix Class of 2025, What a journey it has been! It feels like just yesterday many of you began in elementary, and now we gather to celebrate this College Signing Day milestone. You’ve shown incredible resilience and dedication to your education, tackling every obstacle with determination. Today, we honor your hard work, and I couldn’t be prouder.

As you step into college, you are well-prepared for the challenges ahead. Over half of you have been admitted to Tier 1 and Tier 2 universities! Beyond your academic success, thank you for the kindness and empathy you’ve shown. Your vibrant spirit has made it a pleasure to work with your group, and your advocacy for your beliefs has been inspiring. The leadership skills you’ve developed will serve you well in college and beyond.

Estamos muy emocionados de ver cómo se graduarán en 4 años de la universidad. Ustedes van a agregar mucho valor al mundo, y harán lo correcto incluso cuando nadie los esté observando, porque tienen un gran carácter.

Take a moment today to reflect on your achievements and embrace the exciting chapter ahead.

Congratulations and always remember to rise up!

Christina Cavazos Flores Sr. Executive Principal, IDEA Mission

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CLASS OF 2025

Brisa Ivonne Aguas-Neri Luis Alberto Aguilera Daniela Nataly Alonzo Harmon Lucas Alvarez Jorge Humberto Alvarez Arturo Alvarez-Hernandez Brenda Nissi Amaya Manuel Alejandro Arriaga Carlos Ivan Baeza Santiago Balleza Juan Ramon Barba Angelina Vivian Beas Zurisadai Bernal Leonard Byron Emilio Joann Cantu Sebastian Chapa Edel Fernando Chavez David Gael Delgado-Padilla Timothy Ryan Duggan Yaretzy Liliana Duron Lopez Jose Julian Duron Alejandro Escobedo Karime Estrada Perez Dafne Isabel Galvan Adrian Garcia Andres Garcia Angel Gabriel Garcia Derrick Juda Garcia Elleny Ailany Garcia Jesus Alberto Garcia Ayleen Garza Jaemy Marien Garza Joshua Tyee Garza Maritza Ivette Garza Melissa Gaytan-Hernandez Diana Lizeth Gonzalez Fabian Valentin Grimaldo Edgar Hugo Guajardo Xavier Leonardo Hernandez Vanderlei Tiago Herrera Angel Ivan King Ismael Leal Guadalupe Lerma Kevin Lopez Samara Lopez Vanessa Lozano Jocelyn Marie Macias Camila Elizabeth Martinez Josue Martinez

Regina Martinez Benjamin Harold Matti Allison Karina Mckee Alejandro Medina Yaquelin Meza Bianca Nicole Miller Ana Brenda Miranda Angel Emmanuel Mireles Cesar Montoya Itzhak Yandel Morales Elton Zackary Muñoz Katia Mussenden Elizabeth Olivarez Steven Earl Oliver Angel Fernando Ontiveros-Salinas Leira Monserrat Orante Valeria Ordonez Jose Luis Ortega Karely Peña Jayden Arian Perales Aaron Neftali Perez Alejandro Rios Roberto Rios Abiel Rivera Yazlin Rivera Judith Rocha Angel Rodriguez Luis Manuel Rodriguez Monic Angeline Rodriguez Karen Yamilet Rodriguez-Martinez Rudy Misael Ruiz Jacob Zaid Ruiz-Hidalgo Myah Nicole Saldana Alondra Salinas Salinas Jacqueline Salinas Mark Anthony Salinas Kathia Alitza Sanchez Ke’aly Renee Sanchez Daniela Sandoval-Gomez Amanda Nalley Solis Richard Gene Sullivan Joseph Antonio Tamez Angel Uriegas Carla Johana Valdes Aileen Michelle Vazquez Ramon Verdin Magdiel Villa Leonardo De Jesus Zuniga Natalie Zuniga

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CONGRATULATIONS IDEA RIVERVIEW! Dear Class of 2025, As you prepare to take your next big leap, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey you’ve embarked on as Unstoppable Rockets at IDEA Riverview College Prep. You have not only created lasting traditions but have also paved the way for future generations of students who will follow in your footsteps. Your willingness to seize opportunities, whether in Athletics, Dance, AP courses, or Dual Enrollment classes has been nothing short of inspiring. Completing your coursework with determination is no small feat, and I commend each and every one of you for your achievements.

When I think of the Class of 2025, the words that come to mind are determination, kindness, and unity. Throughout your time at IDEA Riverview, you have faced language, academic, and emotional challenges, yet you stood firm in your resolve. You have shown that with preparation, perseverance, and mutual support, absolutely nothing can hinder your pursuit of greatness.

Even during the toughest of times, you leaned on each other, sought guidance from the adults in your lives, and advocated for yourselves with respect and courage. These invaluable lessons will serve you as you transition into college life and beyond.

I want to take a moment to acknowledge how proud everyone at IDEA Riverview is of you. You have excelled academically and in extracurricular activities, but more importantly, you have brought joy, care, and kindness to everyone around you. Your laughter and spirit will be deeply missed in our halls.

Remember, your IDEA Riverview family will always be here to support and uplift you. As you embark on this new chapter, we eagerly await the exciting updates that you will surely share with us. I hope you will keep me in the loop about your college graduation; I can’t wait to celebrate your accomplishments and brag about you to everyone I know!

As you leave the familiar space of Riverview, carry with you the knowledge and skills that you have gained. You are ready to face the challenges ahead with confidence and grace.

Always remember, YOU are a Rocket, and you are Unstoppable!

With pride and best wishes,

Adriana Ramos Principal, IDEA Riverview College Preparatory 16 | COLLEGE SIGNING DAY

CLASS OF 2025

Uriel Antonio Acuna Fatima Renee Ali Brandon Alvarado Andrea Alvarez Eldrichs Daniel Amaya Noel Alberto Arellano Valerie Citlally Arellano Gloria Celeste Balboa Ryan Matthew Benavides Veronica Benitez Ariana Monserrat Betancourt Nathan Dario Briseno Joselyne Cantu Cesar Esteban Casas Bianca Castillo Salazar Diego Antonio Cavazos David Chalup Hannia Michelle Chavez Hector Gael Cortinas Denali Delgado Ethan Ali Escalante Karyme Aislinn Escobedo Alejandro Fernandez Jesus Adrian Flores Cabello Gene Anthony Gallegos Carlos Caleb Gamez Carolina Garcia De Leon Itzel Alexandra Garcia Oscar Roman Garcia Renata Alena Garcia Jose Antonio Garcia-Aguilar Camila Marianna Garza Francisco Garza Alexa Gomez Bryan Gomez Clarissa Gonzalez Luis Francisco Gonzalez Miguel Eduardo Gonzalez Victor Guerrero Laura Carolina Gutierrez Valeria Hernandez Victor Alexander Hernandez Daniela Paola Hinojosa

Alessandra Vai Hinojosa-Menendez Alfonso Ibarra Ruben Julian Jacobo Arreola Juan Enrique Lara Yaretzi Lara Carolina Leal Samantha Dennise Leal Andy Gustavo Leal-Villanueva Camila Lopez Monserrat Monique Macario Caelyn Bailey Mandujano Melanie Elisa Manzanarez Daniela Meave Adan Andres Medina Juan Antonio Mejia Diego Armando Moreno Victoria Nicole Najera Kenia Naredo Andrea Navarrete Carla Odette Osorio Hector Manuel Palacios Suri Jacqueline Peña Rosalba Pensado Michelle Perez Sao Missael Perez Eduardo Alexis Ramirez Gabriela Alexandra Reyes Josue Martin Reynoso Joel Ricardo Ruiz Willbert Alberto Ruvalcaba Ricardo Sada Valeria Michelle Salas Danely Samantha Sanchez Melanie Xiomara Sandoval Diego Demetrio Torres Emily Arlette Treviño Estefani Gisselle Treviño Sebastian Luca Treviño Albert Gerardo Tudon Oscar Vasquez Abigail Vazquez Juan Arturo Vazquez

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CONGRATULATIONS IDEA SPORTS PARK! Dear Class of 2025, As your Principal, I want to take this moment to express my pride and admiration for each of you. Although I haven’t had the privilege of walking alongside you throughout your entire journey, I have witnessed the incredible dedication, resilience, and drive that define this remarkable class. Your hard work, commitment, and readiness for college have been evident in the stories I’ve heard and the achievements I’ve seen.

You have persevered through challenges, supported one another, and demonstrated that you are prepared to succeed in the next chapter of your lives. Whether in the classroom, on the field, or through your involvement in clubs and organizations, you have shown what it means to be a Stingray. Your dedication has set a strong foundation for your future success.

As you embark on this next journey, remember to Act with Integrity. The decisions you make and the character you show will shape your future. Stay true to your values, lead with honesty, and hold yourself accountable to the goals you have set.

You have also demonstrated what it means to Build Team and Family. The bonds you’ve created with your peers, teachers, and community have made you stronger. Continue to lift one another up, seek collaboration, and embrace the connections you make as you enter new spaces.

Finally, never forget the importance of Delivering Results. Your hard work and dedication have brought you to this moment.

Keep setting ambitious goals, pursuing excellence, and putting in the effort required to achieve your dreams. Success is not an accident—it is the result of your determination and focus.

I am confident that you will make a lasting impact on your colleges, communities, and the world. Carry the Stingray pride wherever you go, and never forget that you have the strength, skills, and determination to achieve greatness.

Congratulations, Class of 2025! Keep shining brightly and never stop reaching higher. #RaysUP With pride and best wishes,

Richard Bell Founding Principal, IDEA Sports Park 18 | COLLEGE SIGNING DAY

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