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Alief ISD
Alief ISD Honors Kearstyn Spears as November Scholar Athlete
Alief ISD proudly announces Kearstyn Spears, a senior at Alief Taylor High School, as the November Scholar Athlete. Kearstyn has distinguished herself both on and off the court, serving as a two-year captain for the volleyball team and earning recognition as a three-year letterman.
This year, Kearstyn was honored as a member of the 23-6A - 2023 Honorable Mention Team, showcasing her exceptional athletic skill and leadership. Her dedication to her sport and her academic achievements embody the excellence Alief ISD celebrates through this recognition.
Congratulations to Kearstyn for her hard work, determination, and inspiring achievements!
Aldine ISD
Aldine ISD’s HEAL Program Holds First Scrub Ceremony
The inaugural Commitment to HEAL Ceremony: “From Classroom to Care” celebrated the students’ progress and marked the first official scrub ceremony in the program’s history. The event highlighted their dedication and the program’s mission to prepare students for medical careers.
The HEAL Program, launched this year, is a Choice School/CTE initiative supported by a $31 million grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies, the largest private foundation investment in the district’s history. It offers students hands-on healthcare experiences and pathways to pursue future careers in the medical field.
Channelview ISD
Channelview High School Debate Team Shines at Clear Lake Tournament
Channelview ISD proudly celebrates the exceptional performance of the Channelview High School Debate Team at the Clear Lake High School Debate Tournament. Over two days of competition, the team achieved remarkable success, bringing home multiple awards and accolades.
Key Achievements:
- Aleyda Hernandez & Geena Torres: 1st Place in Novice Public Forum Debate; Aleyda ranked 3rd Speaker, Geena 5th Speaker (out of 26 participants).
- Davin Sims & Kyle Martin: 2nd Place in Policy Debate; Davin earned the Top Speaker Award for CX and Kyle placed 3rd Speaker.
- Davin Sims: 2nd Place in Foreign Extemporaneous Speaking.
Other standout performances included Nathalie Vitan, Aleyda Hernandez, and Alexis Garcia advancing to semifinals in Informative Speaking, with Alexis also reaching semifinals in Impromptu Speaking. The team, led by director Mrs Lindsay McGill, demonstrated incredible talent, teamwork, and dedication. Congratulations to the CHS Debate Team for their outstanding achievements!
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