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LEISD 2025 Top Ten

Valedictorian—Emoni Anderson … … Emoni is the daughter of Deanna and Earmon Anderson. … Salutatorian—Tamera James … … Tamera is the daughter of Tanilyah and Damion James. … Carlie Bradford … … Carlie is the daughter of Julie and Rich Bradford. … Samtoinnae Shields … … Samtoinnae is the daughter of Samantha and Geoffery Shields. … William Tipton … … William is the son of Heather McNeil and Todd Tipton. … Triston Haugh … … Triston is the son of Brooke and Brad Haugh. … A’Bria Allison … … A’Bria is the daughter of Monshayle and Clifton Allison.

TASD 2025 Senior Perspective

It feels surreal to be an Arkansas High School graduate! Just yesterday, it seems, I was starting my first year of school in the Texarkana Arkansas School District, and now, here I am, ready to embark on new adventures! My time at Arkansas High was marked by tons of laughter and tears, but most importantly, the countless memories and friendships I've made within these walls.

TASD 2025 Top Ten

1. Nevaeh Michelle Walker … … Ranked first in her class with a GPA of 4.6719, Nevaeh Michelle Walker is the daughter of Whittney and Ernest Walker. Since joining TASD in the 8th grade, Nevaeh has demonstrated academic excellence and leadership. A recipient of the QuestBridge National College Match Scholarship, she has earned a full scholarship to Barnard College worth $325,000. She graduates with the distinguished AP Capstone Diploma and is a Summa Cum Laude Honor Graduate.

Ashdown High School 2025 Honor Graduates

Valedictorian— Kaitlyn Jones … … Kaitlyn Jones, daughter of Cristal and Jon Jones, was involved in Beta Club, National Honor Society, AHS Tutoring, TARGETS, and was a member of the National Society of High School Scholars. Kaitlyn was a member of the basketball and volleyball Pantherettes teams. She will attend Southern Arkansas University to major in Nursing and plans to attend medical school to become a pediatrician.

Ashdown 2025 Senior Perspective

As 2025 co valedictorians, Kaitlyn Jones and Nataleigh Wharton reflect on the experiences, relationships, and support that shaped their time in the Ashdown School District. Their stories highlight the lasting impact of a community committed to excellence in and out of the classroom. … … Kaitlyn Jones … As I reflect on my journey through the Ashdown School District, I am filled with immense gratitude for the experiences, challenges, and support that have brought me to this moment: being named valedictorian.

PGISD 2025 Senior Perspective

Know Your Why … A Message from 2025 Pleasant Grove Valedictorian Kaylynn Sharp … Good evening, faculty, family, friends, and the Class of 2025. It’s an honor to stand before you as your valedictorian.


TISD 2025 Senior Perspective

The Pause Between the Notes … A Message from 2025 TISD Valedictorian Oviya Justin … Good evening everyone, Superintendent Brubaker, Principal Renner, administrators, teachers, parents, siblings, and most importantly, the Class of 2025. Thank you all for being here on this special day. … It's an honor to be here addressing you all as Valedictorian of Texas High, and I’m forever grateful to have had the privilege of receiving such a quality education. I know that's unfortunately more than a lot of people can say. We live in a world where receiving an education is often a luxury in many parts.

TISD 2025 Top Ten

… … Oviya Elisabeth Justin has been named the Valedictorian for the 2025 graduating class of Texas High School. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Justin. Oviya is an AP Scholar with Distinction, Texas Scholar, Distinguished Achievement Program graduate, and an H. Ross Perot STEM Academy graduate. She was selected to the National Honor Society, Quill & Scroll International Honor Society for High School Journalists, and Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society, where she served as President.

Changing Trajectories: Mother and Son Graduate Together at UAHT

Amber Walker had always dreamed of attending college and becoming a nurse, but those plans were put on hold when she became a single mom at 18. She had her son, Dawson Hinds, at a young age and spent many years raising him alone until she met her wonderful husband. “For a long time, I put my own goals on the back burner to focus on giving my children the love, support, and stability they needed,” Amber said.

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