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Campus CHRONICLE SHARYLAND ISD GRADUATION EDITION

PROGRESS TIMES

Sharyland ISD Superintendent’s Message

You Can Make Your Dreams Come True

Dr. Rob O’Connor Superintendent, Sharyland ISD

Seniors, your journey is about to begin. Congratulations on graduating from Sharyland ISD. Some of you will go on to colleges and universities, military service and others might choose to go straight into the work force. Ian Brennan (Creator of Glee) once said, “You can’t control how smart you are, how funny you are, how good-looking you are. The one thing you can control in your life is how hard you work.” Always give the task in front of you your best effort, and wherever life takes you, I am sure you will shine.

I can’t promise you that

life will be easy, in fact I can almost guarantee that you will be faced with many challenges. But you ultimately will decide how you handle the challenges in your life. Will you quit, the first time you fail at a task or will you stand tall and try again?

Will you react in anger when someone treats you unfairly or will for forgive them and treat them with respect?

Learn from each challenge, and you will become stronger and wiser. The choice of who you become is yours.

Yes, you can make your dreams come true. You are amazing! Stay true to who you are. You are unique, God only made one of you.

In closing, I’ll remind you that family is the one true constant in life. Take care of your family relationships.

Through the good times and the bad times more than likely you will have a family member by your side. Take time to thank them for their support and appreciate them.

Life is a great journey.

Sooner or later you realize that there is no final destination, no final goal to accomplish and every day matters.

The true joy of life is the trip. I wish you nothing but the best in your life journey.

UIL at Pioneer High School: Success from Hard Work

Julio Salinas (left) and Alberto Padron

By Progress Times As students are gearing up for graduation, reflection on the year and the achievements the school has made is only natural.

In its third year, Pioneer High School has seen some major success in UIL competitions. The school fosters a competitive and high-achieving program, and their suc-

cess of their approach is evidenced by the number of students advancing to the state level.

Alberto Esteban Padron, a senior who advanced to State in the Accounting UIL competition, spoke about how the extra-curricular program helped to foster his interest in finance, and how the com-

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Sharyland High School’s Top Three to continue leadership path

Julio Contreras Valedictorian

In life, there are two types of people. Those who lead, and those who follow. It takes a tremendous amount of motivation, effort, and discipline to become one of the few leaders in this world, but at the end of the day, all the determination and hard work pays off in ways we, sometimes, can’t imagine.

Three examples of such leaders are Julio Alberto Contreras, Joshua Jones, and Mark

Joshua Jones Salutatorian

Stephens, this year’s top three students.

2017’s Valedictorian, Julio Contreras, plans to attend Stanford University in California to major in Earth System Science. Also, this fall he plans to study Democracy, Development, the Rule of Law, and Sustainability Studies.

“My goal is to one day infuse both of these disciplines into a professional career as

an Environmental Lawyer,” he said. “And help set the legal foundation for the massive transition to sustainable development and energy that will be necessary within the coming years.”

Being selected as valedictorian is not an easy task to accomplish, especially when all the pressure lies on you.

However, Julio’s situation was different as he credits other people for motivating

Mark Stephens Third Ranking

him to continue and obtain the success he now has. “My mom was always there for me.” Julio said. “I had a ton of teachers that helped me such as Miss Salinas and Miss Garza.”

And, after seeing all his dedication pay off, he says “it feels good.”

It has been a tough journey for Senior, Julio Contre-

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Exceptional math & science skills take Pioneer top 3 on different paths

Ewin Zuo

Valedictorian While the top three ranking students of the 2017 graduating class of Sharyland Pioneer High School have shared a strong affinity for math and science, their career paths are on very different trajectories. One hopes to pursue a career in medicine working with Doctors Without Borders to serve the disadvantaged. Another plans to pursue a career in computer science. And the third plans

Anne Marie Rara Salutatorian

to become a pathologist.

This year’s valedictorian at Pioneer High, Ewin Zuo, son of Xin Zuo and Yinping Jiao, has always had a passion for math, physics and computer science.

“I have always loved creating things, and CompSci (Programming) has been that outlet for me. And who doesn’t like thinking about Special Relativity and Time Dilation?” he states in his

personal biography.

The National Merit Scholar and captain of the school’s UIL Computer Science team plans to attend the University of Texas at Austin to study computer science.

Pioneer High salutatorian Anne Marie Rara, daughter of Maria Theresa Penaloza-Rara and Fidel Amador Rara, has spent the past four years taking advanced science and math courses, such

Luis Salinas Third Ranking

as AP/DE Biology and AP Calculus, and health science courses, such as Medical Terminology.

“Ever since I was a little kid, I have been captivated by the natural world, and my insatiability to explore it is something that has followed me throughout high school,” says Rara.

Rara, the school’s Pres-

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Sharyland Academic UIL team wins District, Regional Championship: 11 advance to State Twenty students competed at the Regional UIL Academic Meet at the University of Texas San Antonio April 7 and April 8. They competed in Mathematics, Number Sense, Calculator Applications, Computer Applications, Science, Ready Writing, Social Studies, LD Debate, Journalism and Current Issues and Events.

Eleven students advanced to State Level, racking up a total of 131 points as SHS accomplished the Regional Championship title.

“Our kids and coaches have made history and have accomplished something magnificent,” UIL Co-Coordinator Ofelia Garza said.

The students and teams that advanced to the state competition are as follows: Calculator Applications, coached by Jose Nava: Josh Jones won 1st Place. Mathematics, coached by Jose Nava, won 1st Place Team: Josh Jones won 1st Place,

Min Jo Lee won 6th Place.

Ryan Knobel and Yuka Ohba also participated. Number Sense, coached by Jose Nava, won 1st Place Team: Yuka Ohba won 1st Place, Josh Jones won 2nd Place.

Min Jo Lee and Jorge Guerra also participated.

Social Studies, coached

by Isaac Pietrzak, won 1st Place Team and Advanced to State: Brandon Ramirez won 1st Place. Xavier Felix, Destiny Closner, and Jennifer Zheng also participated.

Computer Applications, coached by Nancy Barboza: Sua Cho won 3rd Place.

Current Issues and Events, coached by Eloisa Alvarado Saenz: Brandon Ramirez won 2nd Place. Science, coached by Angie Culberson-Espinosa, Ofelia Garza, and Roxanna Ramos: Nicholas Cerda was the Top Physics Student.

At the State level com-

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SHS UIL Regional Champions

Front row: Christopher Fernandez (One Act Play), Jorge Guerra, Jennifer Zheng, Destiny Closner, Xavier Felix, Ryan Misage Brandon Ramirez, Joshua Jones, Nicholas Cerda, Britany Gaona, Valeria Moreno, Marie Chapa, Yuka Ohba, Veronica Meza, Eloisa Alvarado-Saenz (Current Events). Back row: Roxanaa Ramos (Science), Angie Culberson (Science and Co-Coordinator), Ofelia Garza (Science and Co-Coordinator), Victoria Chan, Elvia Munoz, Sua Cho, Jose Nava (mathematics, Calculator Applications and Number Sense), Nancy Barboza (computer Applications), Lila Torguson (Spelling), Estela Salinas (Ready Writing), Pat Coleman (Journalism), Min Jo Lee, Ryan Knobel, Isaac Pietrzak (Social Studies). Not pictured: Abraham Cruz, Betsy Abraham.

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Sharyland High School graduates to receive diplomas May 26

Carolyn Mendiola SHS Principal

Sharyland High School is proud to announce that the 2017 commencement exercises will be held May 26, 2017 at 10 a.m. at the State Farm Arena in Hidalgo. The ceremony will honor 406 graduates.

The Rattler Band will perform “Pomp and Circumstance” as the graduates enter the arena. After the processional, SHS Principal and Mistress of Ceremony Carolyn Mendiola will introduce the third-ranking student, Mark Stephens, who will give the invocation.

Following the presentation of colors on

behalf of the Sharyland ISD JROTC, future SHS Class of 2021 graduate Alexa Hinojosa and the Rattler Band will perform the National Anthem.

Honor student Gerardo Cortez-Padilla will lead everyone in the Pledge to the US Flag, and Honor Student Brandon Ramirez will lead everyone in the Pledge to the Texas Flag.

Mendiola will then give the official welcome, acknowledging the graduates, their friends and family, honored guests, faculty and staff.

Salutatorian Joshua Jones will give the salutatory address, followed by the valedictory address by Valedictorian Julio Contreras.

Student Body President and Honor Student Stephanie Kim will then address the graduating class and all attendees, reflecting on her and her peer’s experiences of the past four years.

After Superintendent Dr. Robert O’Connor certifies all the graduates, School Board President Dr. Noe Oliveira will present the diplomas to the graduating students.

The ceremony will end with the signing of the Sharyland “Alma Mater,” which will be led by honor students Stephainie Kim, Roland Cruz, Therese Baldado, Daniela Valladares and Dante Flores-Demarchi. The Sharyland Class of 2017 will then proceed out of the arena as the band plays “Pomp and Circumstance.”

Livestream of the commencement exercises will be available at the following link. https://sharylandisd.org/parents/graduation.

The event will continue to be available indefinitely on our district YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/sharylandschools.

SHS Criminal Justice students compete at the TPSA state competition

Students from the Sharyland High School Criminal Justice program that are involved in the Texas Public Service Association (TPSA) competed in El Paso at the annual State competition on April 7-8.

Through these competitions, students are able to gain knowledge and experience in law, fire control, public safety, corrections, and security career Pathways. TPSA demonstrates correctional skills and offers prison settings for the students.

Zack Clemons placed 2nd in Firefighter Obstacle Course. Brissa Ramirez placed

2016-17 Sharyland ISD Board of Trustees

The Sharyland ISD Board of Trustees are pictured above with the superintendent of schools. Front row, left to right are: Julio Cerda, Superintendent Dr. Robert O’Connor, and Dr. Noe Oliveira. Back row, from left are: Dr. Noel O. Garza, Jose Garcia, Melissa Smith, Ricky Longoria and Keith Padilla.

Sharyland High School Senior Class Officers

SHS Student Council Officers

Front row: Treasurer, Kevin Kim; Vice Left to right: Kevin Kim, Daniela Paez, President, Charlie Colegio. Back row: Dante Flores, Paulina Sada, David Des- President, Stephanie Kim; Secretary, Paulina Sada. champs, and Daniela Garza.

2nd in Female Firefighter Obstacle Course.

Roberto Hernandez and Daniela Valladares placed 3rd in Criminal Case Analysis. Mariel Salinas received a $500 Student Leadership Scholarship.

“It was super fun; I would do it again if could,” Robert Hernandez said.

More than 750 students competed in 26 events with a total of 52 schools from across the state. Congratulations to the team and their advisors Frank Elizondo and Aaron Clemons.

SHS Color Guard Earns TECA Silver Medal

Sharyland Color Guard competed at the Texas Educational Colorguard Association Indoor Color Guard State Championship on April 1, 2017 and earned second place in the TECA Scholastic Novice category. Congratulations to all students and Assistant Band Director Beth Van Epps.

SHS Varsity Treble Choir Gets Superior Ratings

Sharyland High School Criminal Justice Team

Front row: Reyna Molina, Triana Cavazos, Daniela Ortiz, Robert Hernandez. Middle row: Camila Guerrero, Marisol Saldivar, Brissa Ramirez, Galilea Lopez, Maricarmen Matamoros, Daniela Valladares, Judith Guerrero. Back row: Jose Resendez, Carlos Zarate, Zack Clemons, Javier Lopez, Clea Garza.

Sharyland High School Varsity Treble Choir earned Division 1 ratings (Superior marks) from all 3 judges in the concert portion of the UIL Concert and Sight Reading contest. The 2017 songs from the concert were Seal Lullaby, Tristis est anima mea, and Forget Not My Heart. Congratulations to all members and their director, Tim Watkins.

Sharyland FCCLA competes at state conference Twenty-two SHS students competed as part of the FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America) State Leadership Conference, April 6-8 in Dallas.

At the conference, members competed in STAR Events and challenged Family and Consumer Science Assessment exams (FCSA’s).

The Sharyland Chapter has a history of succeeding in previous competitions and was recognized for the 5A Service Learning Award and as a Gold Chapter.

“FCCLA prepares students by exposing them to family values, career advice and experience, and leadership skills that they can take with them to college,” team co-advisor Alexandra Pena said.

Senior Jennifer De La Fuente and junior Karla De La Fuente were recognized for completing all five units of the Power Of One program. Karla De La Fuente

was also selected as FCCLA State Vice-President of Service Learning.

“I feel FCCLA has given me opportunities that I would’ve never known about had I not been part of this chapter,” Jennifer said. “I have learned so much through the organization and have met amazing people along the way.

STAR EVENT results include: 4th Place: Parliamentary Prodecure – Brenda Rodriguez, Marifer Saldivar, Anahie Quintanilla, Megan Jimenez, Diego Lopez, Alondra Leal, Dana Martinez, and Daryella Gutierrez.

Gold Medalists: Megan Jimenez, Karla De La Fuente, Jennifer De La Fuente, Lizbeth Ramos, Alejandra Garza, Nahir Kalaf, and Natalia Barrera.

Silver Medalists: Dana Martinez, Diego Lopez, Anahie Quintanilla, Daryella Gutierrez, Brenda Rodriguez, Alondra Leal, Allyson Kelley,

Fernanda Bistrain, Sara Kim, Ethan Espinoza, Priscila Valdez, and Marifer Saldivar.

Bronze Medalist: Itzel Iza-

guirre.

FCCLA State Vice President of Service Learning, Karla De La Fuente and ad-

visor Mary Jo Brisnahan will be attending the National FCCLA Conference in Nashville, July 1-6, 2017.

Sharyland High School FCCLA

Congratulations to the team and their advisors, Mary Jo Brisnahan and Alexandra Pena.

Front row: Ethan Espinoza, Megan Jimenez, Alondra Leal, Daryella Gutierrez, Anahie Quintanilla, Brenda Rodriguez, Fernanda Bistrain, Allyson Kelley, Gabriela Hernandez. Back row: Mary Jo Brisnahan (Advisor), Marifer Saldivar, Lizbeth Ramos, Natalia Barrera, Maria Alejandra Garza, Sarah Kim, Jennifer De La Fuente, Karla De La Fuente, Amanda Triana, Diego Lopez, Dana Martinez, Nahir Kalaf, Itzel Izaguirre, Alexandra Pena (Advisor).

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Sharyland HOSA participates in state competition

Following success at the Regional competition, 13 Sharyland High School HOSA students were given the opportunity to compete at the HOSA State Conference.

The competition, which was hosted in Corpus Christi, was held from March 30-April 2.

Along with numerous students across the state, SHS HOSA members ventured out to bring recognition to their HOSA chapter.

Two students who excelled at the state competition were freshman Abigail Alquiza, who placed first in the Research Persuasive Writing and Speaking event, and senior Julio Perez, who was recognized for his competition in the Healthcare Issues event.

Two SHS seniors earn associates degree at STC

The vigorous competition of the state level was exemplified by students Alejandro Hinojosa, Isabella Arjona, Carolina Falcon, Ana Gonzalez, Raul Lopez, Josh Briones, and Marialuisa Mendoza, who competed in the Parliamentary Procedure event. While the team did not advance to the national level, they focused on the positive outcomes of their experience.

Abigail will be competing at the National HOSA Conference which will be held in Orlando, Florida from June 21-25 at the Walt Disney World Resort.

Sharyland HOSA

SHARYLAND HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2017

SHS Honors Super Achievers The top ten seniors of Sharyland High School were honored during the Super Achievers Banquet on Monday, May 8, 2017 at The Club at Cimarron. This banquet honors the top ten seniors who excelled in their academic courses and maintained the highest GPA in their class of 406 students.

The students were not only accompanied by their parents but also their mentors who have made such a big impact in their lives. Sharyland ISD board of trustees, central administrative staff, SHS administration, and counselors were all there to celebrate and honor these students.

Principal Carolyn Mendiola began the evening by introducing all the guest and recognizing the students.

“It is not by chance that these ten students are here today.” Mendiola said. “They have worked diligently and relentlessly their four years of high school to achieve this status. I would like to thank all of you who are here tonight to celebrate this special recognition with our students and their proud families.”

Mendiola then introduced Salutatorian Joshua Jones who gave the invocation.

As the presentation began, Mendiola commended each of the students and presented them a plaque. As the students were presented with their award, they took

a moment to address the audience and thank those who helped them succeed their goals.

Joshua Jones spoke about being thankful for his fellow classmates.

“Super Achievers, I want to thank you for pushing me through the years and just want to say good luck on where you are going,” Joshua said. “But knowing the way you are, I know you will all end up being extremely successful.”

Stephanie Kim spoke about how grateful she was for the people who supported her along her high school education.

“Entering high school is when I really got to know the rest of these top ten,” Stephanie said. “Even though we “competed” against each other, I’ve really gotten to know some of you, which I’m more than thankful for. You are all astounding role models to myself and others around you. You’re able to show what it is to thrive whilst being able to enjoy life as well. Overall, thank you for being some of my better friends all throughout high school. I will always cherish the friendships I have with each and every single one of you.”

After all the honor students received their awards and addressed the audience, Valedictorian Julio Contreras gave the Farewell Address. He reminded his peers

not to forget Sharyland High School.

“In this room I see future leaders, and such a vision is a culmination of the drive and rigor I have seen so many of us take on these past four years,” Julio said. “On your pathway to success, I urge you to never forget where you came from, for that is what has built you to be the amazing individuals you are, and will continue to be from this very day onwards. Don’t lose track of your goals and continue to persevere and pursue your dreams and aspirations.”

The evening ended with Superintendent Dr. Robert O’Connor’s closing remarks and Principal Mendiola’s final address to the honor students.

“As you move on to the next chapter in your lives… record those special moments that you will experience throughout your life in college,” Mendiola said.

She presented them with a journal, each personalized with the student’s name, the school logo and the following quote: “Imagine…the possibilities when you shoot for the stars. Believe… you can accomplish all your hearts desires. Achieve… the bright future waiting for you just over the horizon. Anything is possible when you believe.”

“Always remember Sharyland High School,” concluded Carolyn Mendiola.

Jose Ayala Jr.

Julio Contreras Valedictorian

Juan Martinez Bulnes Two SHS students received their associate’s degree from South Texas College on May 13, 2017 at State Farm Arena.

Seniors Jose Ayala Jr. and Juan Martinez Bulnes are two exceptional students who took advantage of STC’s program dual enrollment program. The program allow students to participate in workshops that exposed the students to different universities where they could continue their studies. They also go to meet professionals in different fields.

Juan participated in the DECSA (Dual Enrollment Computer Science Academy) program and earned an Associates of Science in Computer Science.

“I plan to continue my education at UTRGV, by getting a bachelor’s degree in computer science. While working on my bachelors, I will also study music production,” Juan said.

Jose participated in the DEMSA (Dual Enrollment Medical Science Academy) program and earned an Associates of Science in Biology.

“This program has helped me move closer towards my career goal of being a physician,” Jose said. “I am continuing my education at UTRGV though the Early Medical School Acceptance Program. Afterwards, I plan to attend the University of Texas Medical Brach in Galveston.”

Brandon Ramirez 6th Ranking

Joshua Jones

Mark Stephens

Salutatorian

Rolando Cruz 7th Ranking

Julio Alberto Contreras is the son of Maria Garza and Julio Contreras. He plans to study Democracy, Development, and the Rule of Law as well as Sustainability Studies after being accepted to double major at Stanford University.

Julio has been recognized as Valedictorian, AP Scholar with Distinction, Cross-Examination Debate State Quarter Finalist and Octo Finalist, BPA Economic Research Regional Champs and State Finalist (7th place), United States Achievement Academy National Award Winner for Biology and Outstanding Student Award in five courses. He is also Founder and President of Nonprofit L.Y.F.E. (Loving Youth For The Elderlies).

Joshua Jones is the son of Judith Jones and Stephen Jones. He plans to receive a dual degree in Business and Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin under the Business Honor Program.

Joshua has been recognized as Salutatorian, AP Scholar with Honor and National Hispanic Scholar, Outstanding student awarded with Biology Pre-AP and Calculus BC, State Champion Number Sense UIL Team and six time State Champion at the Texas Math and Sciences Coaches Associations State Meet. He has also been distinct in BPA as a State Officer, Two Time National Qualifier and BPA Ambassador Torch Award recipient.

Mark Stephens is the son of Danielle Stephens and Bryon Stephens. He has decided to attend Texas A&M University and major in Business. Mark is third-ranking student in his class and has been awarded AP Scholar with Honors, All A Honor Roll 2013-present, National Merit Scholar, LEO Club Bronze and Silver Service Award Winner, Soccer Bi-District, Area Champion, and Regional Quarter Finalist, Brown Foundation Scholar, BPA qualifier for State Competition, and Outstanding Senior.

Stephanie Kim is the daughter of Nancy Kim and Taek Kim. She will attend Texas A&M University where she plans to graduate with a Business Degree.

Stephanie has been recognized as Outstanding Senior and A Honor Roll students throughout high

3rd Ranking

Therese Baldado 8th Ranking

Stephanie Kim 4th Ranking

Daniella Valladares 9th Ranking

school, Business Professionals of America State finalist, BPA National qualifier as well as Outstanding Student in Spanish for Spanish Speakers.

Gerardo Cortez Padilla is the son of Angel Cortez Benitez and Celia Padilla de Cortez. He will be attending the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and will pursue a degree within Course 15 (Business Management.

Gerardo has been awarded AP Scholar with Distinction 2016, A Honor Roll 2013-present, O.S Principles of Business 2013-2014, O.S Principles of Communication 2014-2015, O.S Biology 2013-2014, O.S Algebra II 2014-2015, Gold LEO of the Year Service Award 2015-2016, Selection for the National Academy of Future Scientist and Technologist Award of Excellence, NSHSS member and Ambassador 20142015 and Outstanding Senior.

Brandon Ramirez is the son of Irma Ramirez and Daniel Ramirez. He plans to attend Texas A&M University and double major in Political Science and Economics.

Brandon has been awarded A Honor Roll, AP Scholar with Honor, National Hispanic Scholar, Cross Country MVP, two-time UIL State Qualifier for Current Issues and Events, State Qualifier for Social Studies, 2-Time Second Team All-District for Cross Country, Area Qualifier for Track, District Champion for Current Events and Ready Writing, and Regional Champion for Current Events and Social Studies.

Roland Cruz is the son of Rosi Cruz and Rolando Cruz Jr. He plans to attend the University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley where he will be studying biology.

After college he plans to go to medical school where he can pursue his dream career as a doctor.

Roland has been awarded A honor Roll, 1st Division in both UIL Marching Band and Concert Band Competition 2014-2016, 1st Division Solo and Ensemble Band Competition, Induction into National Honor Society, World History AP Scholar, U.S History AP Scholar, Calculus B.C AP Scholar and English III AP Scholar.

Therese Baldado is the daughter of Michelle Bal-

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Gerardo Cortez Padilla 5th Ranking

Dante Flores-Demarchi 10th Ranking

dado and Villne Baldado. She plans to enroll in the UTRGV-UT Austin Cooperative Pharmacy Program.

She will then transfer to UT Austin’s pharmacy school after two years at UTRGV. Her long term goal is to give back to the community as health care provider and a friend.

Therese has held A Honor Roll all four years of high school, has been a National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists Award of Excellence nominee, and received Clinical Medical Assistant, Basic Life Support, Sterile Products IV and OSHA certifications. She has collected various Most Outstanding Student awards and is a part of the National Honor Society.

Daniella Valladares is the daughter of Ana Valladares and Cesar Valladares. She will attend the University of Texas at Austin to pursue a double major in International Business and Government. After completing her bachelors, she plans to attend law school to become a human rights attorney.

Daniella has held leadership positions such as Co-Captain for the Mock Trial Team, Vice-President of Parliament for FCCLA, and was an RGV Ambassador. She has held A Honor Roll all throughout high school, was named 2017 Terry Scholar, won awards as Best Attorney and Witness at the Mock Trial Regional Competition (2016-2017), and has placed in both Criminal Case Analysis at Regionals and State (2016-2017).

Dante Flores-Demarchi is the son of Mareli Flores and Aurelio Flores. He will be attending Brown University this fall with a concentration in Biochemistry and Neuroscience and eventually continue towards medical school.

Dante has been awarded AB Honor Roll 2014, A Honor Roll 2015-2016, Outstanding Musician, Saxophone Section Leader 2015-2016, Principle Alto Saxophone for Honors Band 2014-2017, Band Vice President, Senior Class President 2016-2017, RGV Lead Ambassador for Sharyland High School 20162017 and Outstanding Student.

2016-2017 SHARYLAND ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES Superintendent: Dr. Robert O’Connor H.S. Principal: Carolyn Mendiola President: Dr. Noe Oliveira Vice-President: Julio Cerda Secretary: Melissa Smith Assistant Secretary: Jose Garcia Members: Ricky Longoria, Dr. Noel O. Garza, Keith Padilla

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Sharyland High School 2017 Graduates Adame Puente, Cecilia

Adame, Jeff Lee

Aguilar Aguirre, Rey David

Armendariz Moncayo, Aviles Garcia, Azul Mariana Ayala Jr., Jose Alberto Leonard

Aguilera, Rocio

Alanis Quintanilla, Marcelo E.

Alanis, Edgar

Aleman, Alexa

Alvarez Jr., Alan

Alvarez, Alyssa Nicole

Balanza Martinez, Carlos Danie

Baldado, Therese Quinol

Balderas, Cordelia

Banda Sosa, Eduardo

Barba, Ruben

Barrera, Davinae

Bistrain Estrada, Minerva Borquez, Alfonso Eduardo

Bowen, Robert David

Briseno Solis, Javier De Jesus

Ambriz, Floralexa

Aranda, Carlos Andres

Arizola, Avery Javier

Barrera, Kimberly Marie Basurto, Claudia Alejandra Bautista Arce, Irais Agustin

Bazan, Jacqueline

Benavides, Danna Genesis Benavides, Jose Ricardo

Benitez, Alexis

Bhimdiwala Najera, Samantha

Candanoza, Jessica Lee

Cano, Kimberlee Ann

Cantu, Eric Ivan

Cantu, Iliana Carolina

Cantu, Jose Manuel

Cantu, Paola Michelle

Cantu-Delrio, David Gerardo

Cator, Kale Reid

Cavazos Resendez, Laura Vanessa

Cavazos, Omar

Cavazos, Triana Maria

Celedon, Victor Alfonso

Cera Cardoza, Miguel Arnoldo

Cerda, Juan Daniel

Cerda, Nicholas Alexander

Cervantes Jr., Alberto

Chavez Larios, Marisol

Chavez, Elyssa Madeline

Chavira, Sebastian

Cisneros Jr., Raul

Clipson, Nina Mae

Connely-Tanner, Briana Nicole

Contreras Garza, Julio Alberto

Coronado, Destiny Danielle

Cortez Padilla, Gerardo Andres

Cruz-PeĂąa, Abraham E.

Cuellar, Eduardo A

Davila Rivera, Pamela

De Anda Lozano, Lucero

De La Fuente Lozano, Jesus

De La Fuente, Jennifer

De Leon Jr., Romeo

De Leon, Diego

Diaz, Shianne Chua

Dimas, Samantha

Duenas, Alison Marie

Duran, Heather Danielle

Echavarria, Noah

Escalera, Luis Enrique

Escamilla Rodriguez, Edna Ilea

Farias Castilla, Virgilio Jose

Figueroa, Julia Marie

Flores, Abraham

Flores, Sophia

Flores-Demarchi, Dante

Flores-Pena, Carlos

Franco, Luis Jorge

Galdeano Osorio, Mayrim Yuridi

Gallo Ponce, Joel Alejandro

Garcia, Jacquelyn Aimee

Garcia, Jean Carlo

Garcia, Joshua Jared

Garcia, Neyda

Garcia, Sebastian Alexis

Garcia-Pelayo, Andrea Paola

Garza Diaz, Marla

Garza Gonzalez, Azael Alejandro

Garza, Abby Marie

Garza, Andrea

Garza, Angel Romeo

Garza, Brandon Ali

Garza, Clea Elizabeth

Garza, Daniela

Garza, Jesus

Garza, Paulina

Gonzalez, Diana Perla

Gonzalez, Fabian

Gonzalez, Janell M

Gonzalez, Javier

Gracia, Bianca Aleida

Griffith, Connor Dylan Guajardo Galvan, Anapaula Guerra, Vladimir Mauricio Guerrero, Camila Alejandra Guerrero, Isabella Galindo

Haro Tiscareno, Carlos Eduardo

Harris II, James Joseph

Hernandez Jr., Elliud

Gomez, Mayela

Gonzalez Huerta, Carolina Gonzalez Rivera, Javier

Brito Navarro, Gustavo Caballero, Nancy Estefania Cabrera Raya, Carlos Adan Alexis

Arjona Garcia, Estefania

Cardenas, Hugo Antonio Cardenas, Paulo Sebastian

Cajero Jr., Ricardo

Canales-Rosales, Ana Sofia

Carrillo, Jennifer

Carrizales, Daniel Andres

Castellanos Urbina, Ana Paula

Castillo, Jesus Andres

Chapa, Jafet Andres

Chapa, Marie Antoinette

Chapa, Sergio Alan

Chavarria, Matthew

Cortez, Yesenia Maribel Costa Motta De Carvalho, Raquel

Cruz, Rogelio Alfonso

Cruz, Roland Nicholas

Deandar, Maria Isabella

Deschamps Terrazas, David

Diaz Jr., David Lee

Diaz, Amanda Renee

Diaz, Pamela

Farias Serena, Rebeca

Farias, Maria Fernanda

Felix, Angel Alberto

Fenton, Darbie Miller

Fernandez, Alejandro

Gamboa, Rene Alexander Garcia Arias, Francisco

Garcia Jr., Michael

Garcia, Andres Julian

Garcia, Fernanda

Garza Jr., Luis Manuel Garza Rivera, Juan Carlos Garza Soto, Rogelio Azahel Garza Trevino, Sebastian

Garza-Solis, Edgar Eugenio

Gindl Aldrete, Claudeth Alhely

Gomez, Deborah Nicole

Gomez, Gabriela

Garza Vasquez, Natalie Nicole

Gomez, Javier

Guevara, Vanessa

Gutierrez Valle, Josseling A.

Gutierrez, Jose Rodrigo

Gutierrez, Juan Alexis Guzman Jr., Hector Alfredo Guzman Perales, Priscylla

Hernandez, Roberto Daniel Hernandez, Sara Elisa Hernandez, Selene Andrea Hinojosa, Gabrielle Renee

Hinojosa, Norberto Alejandro

Hinojosa, Santiago

Hoyos Barrera, Gerardo

Ibanez, Andrei Vidal

Ibarra, Eden Alejandro

Jardon, Cristina

Jasso, Carlos Enrique

Jones, Joshua Seth

Juarez Jr., Arturo

Kalaf, Nahir Isabel

Karr, Jared Gavin

Kim Kim, Sara

Kim, Kevin

Kim, Stephanie

Kirby, Hannah Blake

Leal Sanchez, Juan Pablo

Ledezma Jr., Javier

Lee, Min Jo

Lee, Ryung Hee

Lomeli, Humberto

Lopez Hernandez, Galilea

Lopez, Ana Sofia

Lopez, Andrea

Lopez, Clarissa

Lopez, Gerardo

Lopez, Samuel Edward

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Sharyland High School 2017 Graduates Lopez-Cantu, Nancy

Luna, Eduardo Damian

Luna, Omar Santiago

Magallan, Jose Damian

Mares, Ariadne Damar

Marin Garza, Marcela

Martinez, Cassandra Noemi

Martinez, Itzel Adamari

Martinez, Valeria

Martinez-Lopez, Gloria

Mascorro, Alexa

Mata Grimaldo, Hector Eduardo

Misage, Ryan Spencer

Morales Barksdale, Jessica E.

Morales Jr., Joel

Morales Ramirez, Alexis

Morales, Marisol

Nieto, Miguel Angel

Normendez Sandoval, Jennifer T.

Olazaran, Iris Annette

Olivarez, Jacob Andrew

Orta, Victor Andres

Ortiz-Sepulveda, Daniella

Paez, Daniela

Payton, Jowan Tyrese

Perez, Alfredo

Perez, Fernando Andres

Perez, Julio Adrian

Perez-Figueroa, Rene

Muriel, Isabel Sandra Murillo Manzo, Jose Carlos

Marquez, Cecilia

Marquez-Muniz, Julisa

Matamoros, Maricarmen Medina, Javier Abelardo

Morales, Rene Alejandro Moreno Jr., Joel Elizandro

Moreno, Elias Abel

Marshall, Anna Christine

Martinez Bulnes, Juan Ramon

Martinez Solis, Nidsia Josefina

Martinez Solis, Sidney Johana

Martinez Torres, Dulce Ahtziri

Medrano, David Aaron Mendiola, Omar Humberto Meza Chavez, Ana Paulina

Meza, Miguel Angel

Meza, Veronica Elizabet

Moreno, Valeria Lauren Moya, Damian Alexander

Munguia Jr., Pablo

Munoz Arambula, Elvia Lizeth

Munoz, Ana

Pena Calderon, Miguel Alejandro

Pena Casillas, Aksel James

Pena III, Doroteo

Pena, Alexander Abiel

Pena, Fernanda

Pena, Ismael

Pena, Jacqueline Elizabeth

Pena, Jose Patricio

Perez Hernandez, Andrea

Pulido, Ana Elizabeth

Pulido, Darian Jacob

Quinlan, Evelyn Patricia

Quintanilla, Alexandria Anahie

Quintanilla, David

Quintanilla, Norma Elise Ramirez Becerra, Mariana Ramirez Jr., Jose Daniel

Ramirez, Aylin Nicole Ramirez, Brandon Matthew Ramirez, Brissa Abigail

Ramirez, Jimena

Ramirez, Laura Michelle

Ramirez, Marcela

Ramirez, Samantha

Ramos Rodriguez, Diego Armando

Ramos, Lizbeth Lizeth

Rendon, Fernando

Renteria, Mauricio

Resendez, Mauricio

Reyna, Alejandro

Reyna, Reymundo

Rios Gonzalez, Esli

Rios, Alyssa Nichol

Rios, Carolina

Rivera Jr., Armando

Rivera, Jeanette

Rivera, Marco Ricardo

Robles, Maximiliano

Rocha, Aaron

Rodriguez Flores, Victor Alejandro

Rodriguez Torres, Brenda Rodriguez, Adriana Vianee

Rodriguez, Irais

Rodriguez, Samantha Nicole

Rodriguez-Maldonado, Emmanuel

Rojas, Victoria Alexis

Roy Jr., Thomas Leo

Rubio, Marissa Claris

Ruiz Sanchez, Claudia Andrea

Ruiz, Jesus Roberto

Saldivar, Marisol

Salgado, Luis Rosendo

Salinas Montemayor, Paulina

Salinas, Christian Eric

Salinas, Mariel Sofia

Salinas, Sylvia Susana

San Pedro, Liam Ronquillo

Sanchez, Ray Rene

Savinon, Emilio Alberto

Silva, Alexis Rodrigo

Solis, Ashley Assney

Sosa, Mario Alejandro

Stephens, Mark Avery

Stingley-Garza, Joseph Paul

Suarez Acosta, Vicente Alejandro

Suarez, Joseth

Suelto, Samantha

Sullivan, Jacob Elijah Thomas

Tapia, Mario Alberto

Tejeda, Erick De Jesus

Thompson, David Ray

Thomson III, Thomas Michael

Torres De Leon, Fernanda Jael

Torres, Alejandro

Torres, Elias Salil

Torres, Martin

Tovar Granillo, Marco Anael

Trevino Jr., Adolfo

Trevino, Samantha

Tucker, Sean Thomas

Vaca, Alma Regina

Vaca, Enrique

Valdez, Isaias Emmanuel

Valdez, Matthew Lee

Valdez, Priscila

Valdez, Sandra

Valenzuela, Priscilla Nicole

Valladares, Daniela

Vanderkam, Glenda Ivannery

Vasquez, Jolie Anna

Vega, Nancy

Vela-Resendez, Maria Fernanda

Velazquez, Stephanie

Villarreal Lerma, Elizabeth

Villarreal Martinez, Maximiliano

Vargas Sandoval, Alfonso Vargas, Tania Elizabeth Manuel

Ramos Solis, Jaqueline B. Ramos, Jacqueline Arely

Sada Lopez De La Cerda, Saldana, Areanna Danielle Paulina

Sanmiguel Garza, Mariana Sanmiguel Lejarza, Octavio Santiago, Hannah Marie Santillana, Karla Adriana

Takovich, Erika Laurentina Tamez, Andres Jacinto

Reyes, Rebecca

Pesquera, Andre Etienne Pinero De La Torre, Antonio

Villarreal, David Julian Villarreal, Nestor Alejandro Villavicencio, Kimberly

Ponce, Briana

Villegas, Vanessa Victoria Vivian Palacios, Naomi

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Yunes, Hapsy

Yzaguirre, Briana Lee

Zamudio Trevino, Ivanna

Zecca II, Cesar Amauri

Zuniga, Juan Francisco

Alcala, Mariah Karie Allegretti, Allegra Alvarado, Marilyn Lizbeth Camacho, Alan Colon, Giovan De La Rosa, Joseph Isaael Diaz, Luis Antonio Ebert, Emilie Flores III, Jesse Garcia, Adrian Eduardo Garcia, Arantxa Maria Garza, Anairis

Garza-Garcia, Marcela Gomez, Adesnie Anaid Gomez, David Isai Gonzalez, Janely A. Hernandez Lopez, Maria Fernanda Hinojosa, Ana Lara, Derick Istvan Lopes, Bruno Lopez, Juan Daniel Martinez Quintero, Natalia Morales, Oseas I. Moreno Jr., David

Myatt, Erik Johnathan Narvais Jr., Carlos Parham, Millena Marcella Ramirez, Kayla Margot Rangel, Rodrigo Resendez, Rodolfo Rodriguez Barrera, Luis Nazari Rodriguez, Juan Emilio Sanchez, Jorge Emiliano Soto-DeHaro, Nestor Van Wagoner, Hanna Vargas Islas, Adrian Isaac

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ras, but even though his high school years are over, he confesses the one thing that these past years have taught him, and that he will always remember.

“I learned to appreciate hard work,” he states. “It pays off, and it’s all worth it.”

Salutatorian Joshua Jones also finishes his four years with excitement and prepares to face his future, which will be either at the University of Texas in Austin to receive a dual degree in Business and Engineering, or at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Joshua picked this path so that he can be a part of the emerging technological world with the mindset of changing it for the betterment of society, which comes as no surprise since his academic areas of concentration in high school were business, math, and science.

These past four years have not been an easy journey for this year’s Salutatorian, since he has dedicated his efforts and time to multiple extracurricular activities, clubs, and school events, such as

UIL Math, Masterminds, and Business Professionals of America. However, despite the difficult agenda, Joshua never lost the motivation thanks to Mr. Nava, his Calculus teacher and UIL math coach, who impacted and inspired him.

“Through my time in his class, he has showed me that it’s okay to ask questions and ask why.” Joshua shares. “He has shown me that there are infinite ways to solve any problem. I have been fortunate to have Mr. Nava. His competitive nature pushed me and the rest of our team, which led us to eventually winning State. But, what I was most inspired by was the devotion he had. The devotion he has to his craft and his friendship are things that I will always be grateful for.”

Finally, third- ranking student, Mark Stephens, plans to attend Texas A&M University to major in Business since he considers it to be an exciting path that could lead to many different places.

And, as he prepares to commence his life out there in the real world, like the others, Mark says goodbye

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to his first years of complete dedication and his last years as a high school student.

For his success throughout his years, Mark confesses he feels proud of what he has done and accomplished, and he credits himself for his success. “I pushed myself through all these years of study,” He states. “And, it feels good to get to feel proud of yourself and see that all your effort paid off.”

Mark will not only leave his academics behind, but his sport, soccer, which he managed to play in between his tight school schedule. “You can find balance in school and your sport and be the best in both,” Mark tells us.

“It’s all about distributing your time wisely.”

It takes nothing to be a follower. But, it takes everything to be a leader. This year, these three young men will conclude a crucial chapter of their lives to have a new beginning that will open a new path of experiences and opportunities. This year, they will start a new life, and we couldn’t be any prouder.

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petition held at UT Austin: Josh Jones won 1st in Calculator Applications and 1st in Number Sense. “It felt great to advance,” senior Josh Jones said. “My team and I put in a ton of hard work, and having those results was extremely rewarding.”

Brandon Ramirez won

5th place in Current issues and 7th in Social Studies.

“It felt amazing to be around people who were motivated and excited to succeed,” senior Brandon Ramirez said. “I don’t regret joining.

I wouldn’t be where I am today without UIL Academics.”

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“Once again, the UIL Academic Team of SHS shows why they are the very best, not only in the district, but in the region. All the students that participate at a competition put their strongest efforts forward to make sure Sharyland would come out as the first

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ident of the National Honor Society and Captain of the Varsity Girls’ Tennis Team, plans to attend Rice University as a pre-medical student and pursue a double major in Biochemistry and Cell Biology and Sociology. Her interest in medicine was enhanced last summer.

“This past summer I had the extraordinary opportunity to conduct biochemistry research at the University of Texas at Austin in the College of Natural Sciences’s Aptamer Laboratory, where I collaborated with graduate researchers to devise a cost-effective diagnostic tool for invasive breast cancer,” Rara said. “I intend to continue conducting biochemistry/ cancer research at the BioSciences Research Collaborative, volunteer in the Baylor College of Medicine’s Patient Discharge Initiative, play tennis for the Club Tennis Team, and partake in the Global Health Technologies

Internship, where I will travel to Malawi and help address urgent global health issues. My ultimate aspiration is to become an Emergency Medicine Physician for Doctors Without Borders and serve those living in highly disadvantaged areas.”

Luis Salinas, son of Enrique Salinas and Norma L. Salinas, is Pioneer High School’s third-ranking student who says he has always had an affinity for sciences such as chemistry and physics. However, he has enjoyed music and chess as extracurricular activities in high school.

“I have served as a Drum Major, Section Leader, and Loading Crew Captain for the Pioneer Marching Band.

I was also head of the Chess Club along with being Treasurer of LEO Club,” he said.

The AP Scholar and outstanding musician plans to attend the University of Texas-RGV to major in Clinical

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Laboratory Sciences as he pursues his goal to become a pathologist.

All three honor students have been involved in community service during their high school years. Salinas has been very active in the LEO Club, which regularly performs service projects, and he has volunteered time at his church and at Rio Grande Regional, as well as helping tutor other students.

Rara has helped out at Quinta Mazatlan, the Jessie Jensen Elementary Summer Language Enrichment Program and at The Doctors Hospital at Renaissance, where she assisted nurses to care for newborns in the Nursery.

Zuo has enjoyed teaching children how to code at the McAllen Public Library and is currently developing a mobile app that works as a visual assistant for the blind.

SHS clinical students gain BLS certification After taking the Basic Life Support (BLS) exam, the results showed that 21 Health Science Clinicals students passed and became certified in BLS. The exam was administered by BLS Instructor Mary Cantu and Cynthia Aldape, CTE Specuialist.

“I was actually very proud that all of these students are certified and now have the skills to save a life,” Cantu said.

The students prepared for this exam by taking notes from lectures and online sources and were tested on the basic skills to help a per-

son until proper care can be given.

Before the test, we felt prepared,” junior Aileen Salinas, Health Science Clinicals student, said. “Afterwards, we felt a little anxious and wanted to know the results immediately.”

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petition was an impactful experience.

“I’m good at math, and that’s helped me in accounting,” Padron said. “It was pretty memorable. I had never been to State, and I got to go and experience it firsthand; the environment was pretty impactful. Overall, the sense of competing with the state’s best as well as experiencing it with your school makes it memorable.”

While he has competed in other UIL events before, this was Padron’s first and only year that he competed in the Accounting category. He also said that his event was particularly important when it comes to real-life application.

“The more I do accounting, the more I realize that we live in a world that is currency-dependent,” Padron said. “Finances and currency in a sense make the world go ‘round. Some people and some groups take it lightly when in fact it can be pretty impactful in our everyday lives. So, if you’re able to understand the finances and currency and you become literate in these things, you can start to have a better grasp on how you live.”

Padron’s coach, Laura Maldonado, spoke about his talent and the fact that she was sure he was going to ad-

vance far in UIL. “I knew from the beginning of the year what potential Albert had,” Maldonado said. “Of course, the whole team did, but I saw his potential and I knew he was going to make it to State.”

Maldonado also spoke about the importance of UIL and the impact it can have on students at the school, as well as her experience as a coach.

“It gives them goals to accomplish and to reach, which they need to understand that they’re going to need that for the rest of their lives,” Maldonado said. “It’s awesome, I love the challenge. They were going to do it this year, we had that one goal: let’s make it to State, and we did.

It’s great coaching, I love it.”

Julio Mauricio Salinas, a junior (about to be a senior) at Pioneer, reached the state level in Current Events. He spoke about the experience and how he felt about it.

“It was, and I’m going to be pretty cliché here, surreal,” Salinas said. “It was nice, and the environment was nice in Austin, and we had a great time.”

Salinas also said that Current Events is necessary in the real world, and necessary to know about.

“I think we need to create a better understanding

Class of 2017 Migrant Students at Sharyland

High School Sharyland High School is thrilled to recognize two migrant students who will be receiving their diplomas on May 26, 2017. They are Reymundo Reyna and Joseth Suarez.

Reymundo Reyna is the son of Rosendo Reyna and Flor Gonzalez Cantu. He plans to attend South Texas College where he will enroll in the Welding Technology Program.

Reymundo was an advanced welder in high school. He hopes to become a certified welder and join the work force.

Joseth Suarez is the son of Maria Suarez and Ramon Suarez.

He is still deciding whether to attend Wayland Baptist University or South Texas College. After he graduates he hopes to get into Advance Individual Training and then attend college where he will enroll in the spring. Joseth was a member of the Sharyland High School Wrestling team. He was awarded All State Wrestler, 1st Regional Champion, MVP of the Year, Best Newcomer and 3x State Qualifier.

Joseth Suarez

Reymundo Reyna

of how the world works and what is happening currently right now,” Salinas said.

“The rise in ignorance has created a lot of problems and we can offset them by studying Current Events.”

Chris Carrizales, the Current Issues/Events coach in his first year of teaching and coaching, mentioned why his event was particularly important.

“You can really impact the kids by what’s going on in their daily lives,” Carrizales said. “It helps them connect with the real worlds and gives them a more real-world view of society, and it’s just fun to teach and be with the kids and help them understand how the world really works.”

Carrizales also said he enjoyed watching the students grow in the event, and how good the students at Pioneer are.

“With Mau [Salinas] it was one of those things where when he made it, it was amazing,” Carrizales said. “You want them to get there but you don’t necessarily expect it, and when it happened it was amazing.

We have great kids; they have so much dedication to what they do. In reality, it’s all up to them, I’m just here to help them as much as possible.”

Lisa Casarez, Pioneer’s UIL Coordinator, has been the head of the school’s program since it was opened three years ago. She spoke about its relevance and what UIL means.

“It means a great deal for the school; UIL is one of the top areas that the school looks at,” Casarez said. “Of course, all the other different activities are very important in Pioneer but UIL is one of the top. Coming over to Sharyland, I knew they have a really high standard for their UIL program.”

With all the practices and work being put into each event, according to Casarez the program at Pioneer creates a positive environment within the student body and faculty.

“UIL is important because it gives our students that foundation for knowledge,” Casarez said. “A lot of our students compete in more than one event, so it gives them a more well-rounded knowledge. It’s not easy for students to wake up early on Saturday mornings and be at the front of the school at 6 a.m. to go and take a test.

Our kids are really special and hardworking to be able to do well and succeed in their events. It gives them that drive and motivation.

And they do very well because of their coaches.”

SHS Clinical Students

Front row: Adlee Simoneaux, Carolina Becerril, Perla Garcia Middle row: Claudia Martinez, Salma Flores, Aileen Salinas, Emily Rendon Back row: Catalina Pena, Cesar Garza, Joshua Briones, Sally Rena, Dianeth Trevino Not pictured: Isabella Arjona, Now Cortez, Camila Guerrero, Eduardo Saldana, Keara Jimenez, Carolina Falcon, Raul Lopez, Marialuisa Mendoza, Jennifer Zheng

SHS Pharmacy Technician students obtain IV Certification

The Sharyland High School Pharmacy Technician students had 17 out of 22 pass the IV Certification exam on the first try. The students were given two chances to take the exam and had 100% passing on the second attempt.

“When I got the results, I felt accomplished,” Pharmacy Technician Program Instructor Lizeth Guevara said.

“I was very happy with the

results.”

The exam was divided into two parts. One was the skill which consisted of handling needles and compounding IV bags in under 15 minutes. The second part was theory, which was about equations.

“I felt really nervous the day of the exam,” senior Paola Cantu said. “After the exam, when I found out I passed both sections, I was

so relieved and super happy about it.”

In order to prepare for the exam, the students not only made flashcards but created study groups, solved math practice problems, and used practice exams.

“This exam has helped me pick up new study habits and strategies for future tests,” Paola said. “It is also an eye opener of what to expect for my career choice.”

SHS Pharmacy Technician Students

Front Row: Jacquelyn Garcia, Jacqueline Bazan, Therese Baldado, Lizbeth Ramos, Paola Cantu, Jose Ayala Middle Row: Lizeth Guevara (Instructor), Sophia Flores, Priscilla Valenzuela, Andrea Lopez, Sara Hernandez, Samantha Suelto, Selene Hernandez, Floralexa Ambriz Back Row: Julio Perez, Rene Perez, Romeo De Leon, Leonardo Armendariz, Omar Luna, Jared Karr Not Pictured: David Deschamps, Ivanna Zamudio, Shianne Diaz.

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Pioneer FFA members qualify for Area, State

Nine Pioneer FFA members qualified for the Area X FFA Speaking Development Event held May 11-12 at the Area Convention in Robstown, and two captured first place or second place at the Area completion, and now advance to State. Six were District Champs.

The State Public Speaking event will be held at the State FFA Convention in Corpus Christi July 10-14.

State qualifiers are John Ryan Rodriguez and Willis Keller. Rodriguez is District Champ and Area Champ in Senior Extemporaneous Speaking; and Keller was named District Champ and runner up at Area in Soil Stewardship.

The other Pioneer FFA Regional Qualifiers were Bella Alaniz, District Champ and Area Second Place in Plant Science; Fernando Baladrano, District Champ in

Natural Resources; Richard Longoria, District Champ in Animal Science; Lauren Esqueda, Ag Communications & Technology District Champ; Cody Sanchez, District Second Place in Soil Stewardship; Johnny Howell, District Second Place in Ag Business; and Ashley Villarreal, District Second Place in Ag Policy. Fernando and Lauren also captured third place at Area in their respective events, and Ashley captured ninth place at Area.

The top two places in most, but not all, events advance to State.

Also Bella Alaniz was elected 2017-2018 RGV District FFA Vice-President and John Ryan Rodriguez earned the AREA X John Justin Spirit of the West Award, qualifying for the State competition for this award.

Pioneer High School FFA

Pictured left to right are: Amanda Barajas, AJ Chapa, John Ryan Rodriguez, Fernando Balandrano, Willis Keller, Valerie Smith, Ashley Villarreal, Lauren Esqueda, Johnny Howell, Marla Guerra, Haley Cottrell, Bella Alaniz, Richard Longoria , Audrey Smith, and Cody Sanchez.

Sharyland Pioneer High School AP Scholars High school is the place where students get a chance to make their mark before embarking on their college journey. Although there are clubs and awards, one of the highest levels of recognition in academics is the College Board AP Scholar designation. The AP Program recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding

college-level achievement by taking AP courses and receiving scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams.

Students scoring a 3.25 or better on all their AP exams are recognized as an AP Scholar with Honor, while those scoring an average of 3.5 or better on all their exams are recognized as an AP Scholar with Distinction.

Ten Sharyland Pioneer High School students have been recognized as an AP Scholar by the College Board, with special recognitions for Luis E. Salinas as an AP Scholar with Honor and Anne M. Rara and Ewin Zuo as an AP Scholar with Distinction.

Pioneer High School AP Scholars

Top row: Luis E. Salinas, Norma Rubio, Anne M. Rara, Alicia Davila, Ewin Zuo and Hugo Rodriguez. Bottom row: Luciano Ibarra, Anne LaGrange, Kayla Barrios and Brady Butcher.

Class of 2017 Migrant Students at Pioneer High School

Pioneer High School graduation ceremony is May 26 Pioneer High School’s class of 2017 will hold their graduation ceremony at 4 p.m., Friday, May 26 at State Farm Arena, 2600 N. 10th St., in Hidalgo.

This year’s Pioneer High School graduating class will include just over 400 students.

The event will begin with the student’s procession while the Diamondback Band plays the traditional, “Pomp and Circumstance.”

Principal James D. Heath will be the master of ceremony. The event will begin with the invocation by Luis E. Salinas, the third academically ranked senior classman.

The colors will be presented by the Sharyland ISD JROTC with the National Anthem played by the Diamondback Band. The Pledges of Allegience to the U.S. and Texas will be led by the senior class’ fourth and fifth ranked seniors, Lauren Esqueda and Mark D. Trevino, respectively.

Following a welcoming address by Mr. Heath, Salutatorian Anne Marie Rara will present the salutatory address followed by the valedictory address by class Valedictorian Ewin Jiao Zuo. Senior Class President Alejandro Rodriguez will present his senior reflections followed by a farewell address by Andres Galvan, student council president.

School Superintendent Dr. Robert O’Connor will present the certification of graduates with 2016-2017 School Board President Dr. Noe Oliveira presenting the students’ diplomas. Principal Heath will present his final thoughts for the Class of 2017 followed by

Pioneer Student Council Officers

Executive council members (from left): Makayla Garza, Representative; Elva Valle, Treasurer; Angela Perez, Vice President; Andres Galvan, President; Leilani Rodriguez, Secretary; Victoria Torres, Historian; and Matthew Reyna, Representative.

James Heath

Pioneer High School Principal

the Alma Mater led by honor students Joaquin Delgado, Sydney Marie Thomas, Heather Angela Gunn, Caitlyn Reann Cottrell, and Jonathan Adrian Muniz Gomez. The ceremony will conclude with “Pomp and Circumstance,” again played by the Sharyland Pioneer Diamondback Band.

Pioneer HS UIL Accounting Team

The Pioneer HS UIL Accounting Team placed second in the district and qualified to the Regional Meet at UTSA. Pictured are: Ryan Martinez, Daphne Kobisher, Anacette Cantu, Alberto Padron, Accounting Coach Laura Maldonado, Amanda Cavazos and Valerie Smith.

SPHS Ballet Folklorico Diamate

Jasen Garza

Jasmine Rivera

Not pictured: Fatima Saenz

Congratulations to the Pioneer High School Ballet Folklorico Diamate for placing third at the La Feria de South Texas College 2017 folklorico competition. Pictured seated in back are: Monserrat Ortega, Evelyn Benavides, Victoria Sanchez and Jennifer Villalobos.

Alexis Gonzalez is shown in front.

Pioneer High School Senior Class Officers

Front Row, (L-R): Caitlyn Cottrell, Class Representative; Alejandro Rodriguez, President; Makayla Garza, Secretary. Back Row (L-R): Arlene Smith, Class Representative; Victoria Torres, Vice President.

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PIONEER HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2017 Education Through Commitment, Cooperation and Communication

Andres Galvan

Pioneer HS Journalism Feature Writing District Champion.

TOP 10 STUDENTS

Alberto Padron

Pioneer HS Accounting District Champion, Regional Champion and State qualifier.

Ewin Zuo

Anne Marie Rara

Luis Salinas

Lauren A. Esqueda

Mark Trevino

Joaquin Delgado

Sydney Marie Thomas

Heather Gunn

Valedictorian

Salutatorian

3rd Ranking

4th Ranking

Pioneer HS Computer Science Team

District Champion and Regional Qualifier. Pictured are: Xavier Cagley, Luis Cortina, Ewin, Zuo, Jialun He and Computer Science Coach Jose Jaramillo.

5th Ranking

Luis Cortina

Pioneer HS Computer Science District Champion and Regional qualifier.

6th Ranking (Tie)

6th Ranking (Tie)

8th Ranking

SHARYLAND

Julio M. Salinas

Pioneer’s Julio Salinas was Current Events Regional Champion and second place in State.

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Caitlyn Cottrell 9th Ranking

Cross Examination Debate Team

District Champion, State Qualifiers and State Alternates Leo Ibarra, Alyssa Ramos, Daniela Rivera, Lief Stroop.

Persuasive and Informative Speaking Team

Pioneer HS seniors Chloe Villarreal and Ysabella Benavides are pictured with sophomore Katie Hinojosa.

Chloe and Ysabella were qualifiers in UIL Regionals for Extemporaneous Speaking. There are two branches of this event: Persuasive and Informative Speaking. Ysabella competed in Persuasive Speaking and earned 1st place at UIL District, qualifying for the Regional meet.

Chloe Villarreal competed in Informational Speaking and earning 3rd place at UIL District, which qualified her for Regionals.

Literary Criticism Team

Pioneer HS Literary Criticism team: Second place at District, Regional Qualifier. Team members are: Jessica Arriaga, Karina Gonzalez, D’Andra Garza and Cassandra Alaniz.

Current Events first place team at District

Pioneer HS Current Events team members are, Top Row: Armando Garza, Hugo Rodriguez, Brady Butcher, Hilem Sanchez and Gabriela Ortega. Bottom Row: Josh Cuanang, Renee Johanson, Coach Cris Carrizales and Julio Maurico Salinas.

Ewin Zuo - Valedictorian. Parents: Xin Zuo, Yinping Jiao. Community service: During fall of my senior year, I spent my Saturdays teaching children how to code at the McAllen Public Library. Working with those mischievous young ones was an extremely rewarding experience. I’m currently developing a mobile app that works as a visual assistant for the blind. I had the idea after working on Google Vision API. Gardening work at Quinta Mazatlán. Leadership positions: Captain of the school’s UIL Computer Science team. At the district competition, we won the top individual and team awards in Computer Science. Member of Masterminds, junior and senior years. The highlight of being in Masterminds was reaching the Semifinals during the 2015-2016 competition.

Awards/Honors: National Merit Scholar. Academic and extra-curricular activities: UIL Computer Science, KRGV Masterminds.

Future plans: Attend the University of Texas at Austin and study Computer Science.

Anne Marie Rara - Salutatorian Parents: Maria Theresa Penaloza-Rara, Fidel Amador Rara.

Community service: Conducted biochemistry research at the University of Texas at Austin in the College of Natural Sciences’s Aptamer Laboratory, where I collaborated with graduate researchers to devise a cost-effective diagnostic tool for invasive breast cancer. Also, volunteered at Quinta Mazatlán, Jessie Jensen Elementary’s Summer Language Enrichment Program, and The Doctors Hospital at Renaissance, where I assisted nurses to care for newborns in the nursery. Leadership positions: President of the National Honor Society, Captain of the Varsity Girls’ Tennis Team, Captain of the UIL Science team, and Co-Captain of the UIL Mathematics team. Awards/Honors: I believe true success is intrinsic.

It’s in love; it’s in kindness; and it’s in community. For me, there is no greater reward than the smile and words of gratitude I receive for helping someone other than myself. Academic and extra-curricular activities: Varsity Girls’ Tennis, National Honor Society, UIL Science/Calculator Applications/ Number Sense/Mathematics, and Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA). Future plans: Rice University as a pre-medical student and pursue a double major in Biochemistry & Cell Biology and Sociology. Ultimately become an Emergency Medicine Physician for Doctors Without Borders.

Luis Salinas - 3rd Ranking Student Parents: Enrique Salinas & Norma L. Salinas. Community service: I’ve volunteered at my church and Rio Grande Regional and have tutored at Pioneer.

Leadership positions: Drum Major, Section Leader, and Loading Crew Captain for the Pioneer Marching Band. Head of the Chess Club and Treasurer of LEO Club. Awards/Honors: AP Scholar, Outstanding Musician, Best Marcher, A Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance, State Marching Band participant, National Chess competitor and 5th place at national chess tournament. Academic and extra-curricular activi-

Jonathan A. Muñiz Gomes 10th Ranking

ties: UIL, Band, Chess Club, LEO Club, HOSA, Environmental Club, and NHS. Future plans: I plan on attending UTRGV to major in Clinical Laboratory Sciences and to continue on to become a pathologist.

Lauren A. Esqueda - 4th Ranking Student Parents: Rogelio & Maria Esqueda. Community service: I did community service through Holy Spirit Catholic Church at Briarcliff Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, various elementary schools, the animal shelter, and the church itself. In band, I volunteered at this year’s Junior High All-Region tryouts. In FFA, I volunteered at the District Livestock Show, Pioneer FFA’s Burger Bash, the STAR Gala, the Rattler-Diamondback Showdown, Kops for Kids, and the 8th grade presentations. I have also done tutoring through NHS and volunteered at Garza Elementary. Leadership positions: I am the president of the Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) Club, secretary for the Pioneer FFA Chapter, secretary for National Honor Society, and section leader for the flutes in the Pioneer High School Band.

Awards/Honors: National Hispanic Scholar, Texas Music Scholar, Outstanding Senior award. In FFA, earned highpoint in the Plant ID contest for four years. Placed fourth at State in Junior Skills, a State Semi-finalist in Public Relations in sophomore and junior years, State Qualifier in Cotton Classing, State representative in Wool Judging, and this year is part of the State Qualifying team for Livestock Judging. Her pig earned second in class at stock show. She was awarded the Lone Star Degree, the highest degree awarded by the State FFA Association. Participated in the school band, recognized as a State Marching Band, and earned All-Region Band member her sophomore and junior years.

Academic and extra-curricular activities: FFA, band, SADD. Future plans: Attending Texas A&M University-Kingsville and major in Biomedical Science to pursue a career in pharmacy.

Mark Trevino - 5th Ranking Student Parents: Brenda and Daniel Trevino. Community service: Community service and volunteer work for Holy Spirit Catholic Church, the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, O. Garza Elementary, and John H. Shary Elementary. Leadership positions: Band President and a section leader for the Pioneer High School Band.

Awards/Honors: Excelled individually in the TMEA All State Band process, earning chairs in the Region and Area bands for three of four years in high school. Named a TMEA Texas Music Scholar in 2014. I have also helped lead the band to become a UIL Texas State Marching Band in 2015.

Academic and extra-curricular activities: Over my years in high school, I have been involved in band, FFA, HOSA, SADD Club, and National Honor Society. Future plans: Attend Rice University majoring in astrophysics.

Joaquin Delgado - 6th Ranking (Tie) Parents: Jorge Delgado and Julia Badillo. Community service: Physics Seminars with Mr. Pena,

Superintendent: Dr. Robert O’Connor H.S. Principal: James Heath President: Dr. Noe Oliveira Vice-President: Julio Cerda Secretary: Melissa Smith Assistant Secretary: Jose Garcia Members: Ricky Longoria, Dr. Noel O. Garza, Keith Padilla Chemistry Tutoring with Mr. Solis, Jr. High Tennis Tournaments at Sharyland High School, Helping Coach Rivera with Freshmen tennis players, Summer Tennis Camps, Volunteered as an assistant at Cornerstone Therapy Services. Leadership positions: National Honors Society (20162017 member), Skills USA (20152016 member), Captain of the Varsity Tennis Team (2014-2017).

Awards/Honors: Outstanding Student in AP Statistics, UIL 5A State Tennis Championships Silver Medalist, A Honor Roll, 2X Boy’s Tennis District 31-5A MVP. Academic and extra-curricular activities: National Honor Society, Skills USA, Varsity Tennis, United States Tennis Association. Future plans: Abilene Christian University, Physical Therapy Sydney Marie Thomas - 6th Ranking (Tie) Parents: Ward and Sue Thomas. Community service: Every year, I volunteer for the Sharyland North Junior High as a swim coach. I also occasionally volunteer at Palm Valley Church as a children’s minister.

My volunteering doesn’t stop there. I have a few hours here and there at animal shelters and food drives. However, I also like to help my fellow classmates understand a subject better by teaching them and improving their comprehension of a subject. Leadership positions: Most of the hours of my day went towards swimming, which awarded me with Swim Team Captain as a Junior. Ambassador for RGV LEAD, Historian for National Honor Society. Awards/ Honors: All A Honor Roll every year, except for freshman year, the Outstanding Senior Award, and many athletic awards. Awarded First-Team West Region for water polo, Second-Team All-Region in swimming, and member of the All-Star Swim Team in senior year. Academic and extra-curricular activities: Swim team, Theater Production all four years in high school, RGV LEAD and National Honor Society. Future plans: Attend Texas A&M University in College Station, majoring in Civil and Environmental Engineering. With my degrees, I wish to change the world’s view on nonrenewable resources, and provide easier access to these sources. I will also like to build ecofriendly buildings that won’t harm the environment.

Heather Gunn - 8th Ranking Student Parents: Bonnie and Scott Gunn. Community service: Participated in various community service projects such as Relay For Life and the Feast of Sharing, accumulating over 200 total volunteer hours in tutoring.

Leadership positions: President of Pioneer High School’s Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter and historian last year for the Alpha Theatre Troupe. Awards/Honors: Received first place in the STAR event Recycle and Redesign at Regionals 2016, fourth place at State the same year, second place in Recycle and Redesign at regionals 2017, third place at State this year and will continue to Nationals in July as well as receiving multiple gold medals on Family Consumer Science Assessments (FCSA’s) through FCCLA.

I placed first place in Intermediate Word Processing skills this year at the regional level with BPA. I was also awarded All Star Cast Honorable Mention at the district level in 2015 for playing the part of Clara in To See the Stars by Cynthia Mercati. Academic and extra-curricular activities: Active member of the media club for one year, Business Professionals of America for one year, the Alpha Theatre Troupe for three years, and Family Career and Community Leaders of America for four years. Future plans: Plans to major in geological sciences at the University of Texas at Austin.

Caitlyn Cottrell - 9th Ranking Student Parents: Duane & Norma Cottrell. Community service: I served my community as a volunteer for The Vannie Cook Children’s Cancer Center, the Salvation Army, HEB Feast of Sharing, and participated in fundraisers for Relay for Life and the KOPS 4 KIDS toy drive. Leadership positions: I have held leadership positions as head captain of my varsity volleyball team and as a student council senior class representative. Awards/Honors: I have received honors as 1st Team all-district, All District Academic, and All State Academic for varsity volleyball. I have also been presented with the Outstanding Senior award this year as well. Academic & extra-curricular activities: I have been an active participant and member of the varsity volleyball team, HOSA, the National Honor Society, and The Fellowship of Christian Athletes throughout my years at Pioneer High School. Future plans: Attend University of Texas at Austin to study Kinesiology as an Applied Movement Sciences major and minoring in Nutrition. Then attend graduate school in a physical therapy program to pursue my career in Pediatric Physical Therapy.

Jonathan Adrian Muñiz Gomez - 10th Ranking Student Parents: Yuliana Muñiz and Adrian Muñiz. Community service: My church youth group does community service about every month. Examples include, Food Bank in Pharr, spend quality time at a nursing home, clean and garden at Quinta Mazatlán, cook a Thanksgiving dinner for the people temporarily residing in the Ronald McDonald’s Home Shelter, and many more.

I also tutor some students with math. Volunteer at Mission Regional Medical Center. Leadership positions: I am one of the leaders in my church’s worship group. Awards/Honors: A Honor Roll and Outstanding Student in some classes. Academic and extra-curricular activities: Involved in HOSA my senior year, Spanish Club, National Honor Society. I am also one of the lead singers in the Mariachi group. We received 6th place in State. Member of the tennis team since seventh grade.

This year we received 1st place at district. Future plans: Enter premed program at UTRGV and afterwards apply to medical school.

While taking my basics, I want to work as a pharmacy technician to pay for my college.

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P ioneer High School 2017 Graduates Acosta, Robert

Alaniz, Cassandra

Alaniz, Kayla

Alfaro, Juberto

Alvarado, Justin

Alvarez Galvan, Alejandro

Alvarez, Abigail

Alvarez, Alejandra

Alvarez, Alexis

Alvarez, Diego

Antonio, Miriam

Arauza, Arianne

Arellano, Lilith

Astacio-Sosa, Kemolee

Avalos, Juan

Avila, Francisco

Banuelos Flores, Jose

Barajas, Amanda

Barragan, Melissa

Barrera, Alyssa

Barrera, Ashley

Barrientoz, Jasmine

Bazarte, Brenda

Benavides, Ysabella

Benitez, Adrian

Benitez, Orlando

Benitez, Vania

Briseno, Ashley

Buitron, Carlos

Bustamante, Lizbeth Anahi

Butcher, Brady

Campos-Hernandez, Oscar

Cantu, Andrea

Cantu, Annylu

Cantu, Oziel

Cantu, Sabrina

Carranza Pena, Luis

Carrasco, Bianca

Carrillo, Carlos

Castillo, Luis

Castrejon, Ricardo

Cavazos, Aaron

Cavazos, Chelsea

Cavazos, Jorge

Centeno, Dulce

Cerda, Isabella

Cervantes, Alexander

Cespedes, Victoria

Chandler, Chelsea

Chapa Hernandez, Sandra

Chapa, Alejandra

Chapa, Sasha

Chapa-Martinez, Angeles

Chavez-Garcia, Rolando

Chispa Cuevas, Mitzy

Cisneros Malacara, Italia

Collazo, Ana

Combs, Fernando

Cortez, Gregory

Cottrell, Caitlyn

Cruz, Abel

Cruz, Enrique

Curtis, Sean

Davila, Alicia

Davila, Oscar

Davis, Megan

De La Garza, Kayley

De La Garza, Victoria

De La Rosa, Rodrigo

De Leon, Deven

De Leon, Dominick

De Leon, Kandra

De Leon, Reeanna

Delgado, Daniel

Delgado, Joaquin

Diaz De La Cruz, Luis

Diaz Suarez, Leslie

Diaz, Eduardo

Elizondo, Victoria

Escalante, Alyssa

Escamilla, Skylar

Esqueda, Lauren

Fernald, Shelby

Florence, Megan

Flores Salinas, Edith

Flores, Karla

Franco, Esmeralda

Fuentes, Joshua

Galaviz, Gabriella

Galvan, Heriberto

Galvan, Santiago

Gaona Marroquin, Cindy

Garcia, Alec

Garcia, Alejandra

Garcia, Alejandro

Garcia, Bernardo

Garcia, Brianna

Garcia, Christian

Garcia, Danielle

Garcia, Hunter

Garcia, Joseph

Garcia, Karina

Garcia, Raul

Garcia, Santiago

Garza, Aaron

Garza, Andre

Garza, Daniel

Garza, Daylann

Garza, Jasen

Garza, Makayla

Garza, Roberto

Garza, Stephen

Garza, Troy

Garza, Viktoria

Gaytan, Jeremiah

Gaytan, Johnathan

Gomez, Cecilia

Gomez, Ethan

Gomez, Laisha

Gonzales, Amberia

Gonzales, Joseph

Gonzalez, Consuelo

Gonzalez, David

Gonzalez, Jackelyn

Gonzalez, Jasmine

Gonzalez, Karina

Gonzalez, Lessly

Granados, David

Grosso Flores, Daniel

Guarneri, Stevan

Guerra Garcia, Alissa

Guerra, Sarah

Guerra, Victor

Gunn, Heather

Gutierrez, Ariza

Gutierrez, Daniel

Guzman, Briano

Hernandez Riquelme, Leonor

Hernandez, Perla

Hernandez, Selena

Higginbotham, Brittny

Hinojosa, Daniel

Hollis, Jacob

Ibarra, Araceli

Ibarra, Luciano

Jaime, Miroslaba

Jaime, Valeria

James, Savannah

Jimenez, Anthony

Jovellar, Edward

Keller, Willis

Kinde, Melo James

Lagare, Drexel

Leal, Jannell

Loera, Daisy

Longoria, Alexandro

Longoria, Richard

Longoria, Ronaldo

Lopez, Adalberto

Lopez, Karina

Lopez, Nyssa

Losoya, Robert

Loya, Megan

Lozano, Dalyza

Lozano, Gresia

Madrigal, Michael

Maldonado, Ramon

Mangin, Hunter

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P ioneer High School 2017 Graduates Marcellus, Lena

Marquez, Raul Angel

Martin, Antonio

Martin, Valerie

Martinez, Eduardo

Martinez, Jacob

Martinez, Manuel

Martinez, Moises

Martinez, Rebeca

Martinez, Vanessa

Martinez, Victoria

Mealing, Kevin

Medrano, Karina

Michki, Emily

Mireles, Frank

Miyake, Genji

Molina, Jazmin

Montalvo, Gerardo

Montelongo, Eric

Montemayor, Ramiro

Mora, Amador

Morales, Jenin

Moreno, Federico

Morin, Stephanie

Moya, Senon

Muniz Gomez, Jonathan

Munoz, Paola

Navarro, Tiffany

Ogletree, Andrew

Oliver, Jaden

Padron, Alberto

Palacios, Maggi

Pederson-Garcia, Brianna

Pena, Alexandra

Pena, Jeremiah

Pena, Jose

Perez Jaber, Carolina

Perez, Debanhi

Perez, Fernando

Perez, Mercedes

Perez, Vivien

Pistokache, Malaya

Ponce, Alfonso

Portugal, Leslie

Ramirez, Devin

Ramirez, Julian

Ramon, John

Ramos Burgos, Isac

Ramos, Miranda

Rangel, Cassandra

Rangel, Enrique

Rangel, Giovanni

Rara, Anne

Resio, Andres

Reyes, Annika

Reyes, Anthony

Richardson, Lauren

Rivera, Daniela

Rivera, Jasmine

Rivera, Jorge

Rivera, Juanita

Roberts, Samantha

Rodriguez, Alejandro

Rodriguez, Alexa

Rodriguez, Hugo

Rodriguez, John

Rodriguez, Josue

Rodriguez, Kereny

Rodriguez, Nataly

Romero, Alessandra

Rosales, Joshua

Rubio Ramirez, Norma

Rubio, Illiana

Ruiz, Adalberto

Ruiz, Francisco

Ruiz, Jose

Ruiz, Stephanie

Salinas, Chantal

Salinas, Luis

San Miguel, Juan

San Miguel, Robert

Sanchez, Alexandria

Sanchez, Jesus

Sanchez, Leah

Sanchez, Roberto Ramon

Santos, Grace

Schmidt, Emilie

Sears, Daisy

Serna, Christopher

Serna, Marco

Setien, David

Shorts, Shaleigh

Silva, Jorge

Smith, Arlene

Solis Reyes, Nicole

Solis, Abel

Steele, Haley

Stubbs, Roanna

Suarez, Jorge

Suarez, Juan

Syer, George

Thomas, Sydney

Tijerina, Eduardo

Tinoco, Diamond

Torres, Edgar

Torres, Thaddeus

Torres, Victoria

Trevino, Anysha

Trevino, Mark

Trevino, Ricardo

Trigg, Tyler

Tumulak, Edmund

Urrea, Tzitlali

Valdez, Jocelyn

Valencia, Joally

Valle, Elva

Vallejo, Tyler

Van Wagoner, Anthony

Vasquez ,Athena

Vela, Victoria

Velazquez, Jacobo

Villagran, Sophia

Villanueva, Julio

Villarreal, Aaron

Villarreal, Andrew

Villarreal, Carlette

Villarreal, Chloe

Villarreal, Matthew

Warren, William

Weston, Chaunts

Wilson, Braden

Wilson, Jordan

Youngblood, Mariah

Zapata, Anthony

Zapata, Omar

Zuniga Bustamante, Javier

Zuniga, Hector

Zuniga, Jose

Zuo, Ewin

GRADUATES NOT PICTURED: Arguellas, Nikole Andrea Arteaga, Jose Manuel Barragan Islas, Luis Barrera, Jose Bazan, Jose Alfredo Benavides, Natalie Katelynn Blanco, Jose David Bourque, Nathaniel Joseph Bustamante, Lizbeth Anahi Cajero, Cruz Carnes, Christopher David Carmona-Reyna, Luis Castellanos, Christopher Castillo Jr., Guadalupe

Cavazos, David Isaac Coronado Acosta, Karla Alejandra Cortez, Jesus Sebastian Cortina, Luis Gerardo De La Rosa, Luis Del Aguila Cosme, Stephanie Dominguez, Jorge Dominguez, Michael Anthony Esquitin Gonzalez, Juan Carlos Flores, Emilio Fregoso, Santiago Galvan, Abraham Eli Gaona, Matthew Adolfo Garcia, Alberto

Garcia Jr., Robin Garcia, Samuel Alberto Garza, Halberto Garza, Luis Enrique Garza, Natalie Garza, Samuel Elijah Gomez, Eduardo Gonzalez, Araceli Gonzalez, Edgar Eduardo Gonzalez, Gabriel Gonzalez Jr., Ismael Gonzalez, Miguel Angel Grijalva, Yasmine Michelle Guerra, Steven Faustino

Gutierrez, Pamela Guzman, Victoria Hernandez Otero, Brandon Joaqu Hernandez, Kimberly Hinojosa, Victor Hugo Hutchins, Elizabeth Ibarra Martinez, Cynthia Isabel Leal Jr., Salvador Lois Mora, Manuel Adrian Lopez, Isaiah Lopez, Raul Gerardo Marroquin Cantu, Yessica Marquez, Monica Maire Martinez, Aketzalli

Martinez Alvarez, Juan Fernand Mata, Richard Aaron Mazariegos, Cynthia Medina, Eros Mendoza Arroyo, Yulissa Montagne, Aaron Tyler Morales, Crystal Aime Navarro, Cassandra Lynn Neely, Cody Michael Ohn, Alec Thurain Owens, Zachary Michael Oyervides, Eloisa Oyervides, Victoria Parra, Ivan

Pazos, Luis Pedraza, Yamileth Pena, Juan Roberto Perez, Jose Antonio Perez, Luis Fernando Rivera, Victoria Nevelyn Rodriguez, Christopher Jordy Rodriguez, Jose Emanuel Rugerio, Alberto Saenz, Fatima Elaine Salazar, Brianna Lynn Salinas, Ari Salinas, Christian Humberto Salinas, Jonathan

Salinas Martinez, Jose Eleazar Sanchez, Harry Xavier Sanchez Perez, Jose Luis Sanchez, Robert Silva Jr., Marcus Eric Solis, Rodrigo Underhill, Elizabeth Faith Vargas, Lizbeth Guadalupe Vargas, Rodolfo Vera-Watteau, Giovanni Carlo Villarreal, Manuel

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