•  Ray Word, Jr.    
    Ray Word, Jr.  
    College/University:  University of Texas in Austin
    Major/Minor:  BS in Nutrition/Music (2014)
    Awards:  Choir Director of Innervisions Gospel Choir, President of the Epsilon Iota Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha
    Current Career/Future Goals:  Currently teaching Biology at Kempner High School in FBISD and attending graduate school for a Masters in Education
    Personal Advice/Statement/Quote: My advice would be to pursue a career that you enjoy.  If your only motivation is money then you will never be happy.
     
     
     
    Tiffany Hightower   
    Tiffany Hightower
    College/University:  Vet Tech Institute of Houston
    Major/Minor:  Veterinary Technician A.A.S (2010)
    Current Career/Future Goal:  Working with children at a non-profit organization.  Starting full time in business, continue to work with children, introducing programs for children/youth, and serving the community.
    Personal Advice/Statement/Quote: Time truly does go by fast.  I can still literally remember the memories of me being in choir.  From UIL competitions, to the concerts and even the moments we shared not just as a choir, but also as a family.  Cherish this time because once it is gone, it is gone and you cannot go back.  When it comes to choosing a career path, don’t just choose something that will pay bills, but choose something you would do even if it never paid a bill.  Do what you are passionate about. 

     

     
     
    Magieda Sopon   
    Mageida Sopon  
    College/University:  University of Texas in San Antonio
    Major/Minor:  BA in Communication with a concentration in Public Relations/Business Management (2015) 
    Awards:  University Honor Roll, Who's Who Among Student in American Universities and Colleges, 2015 Miss Fiesta San Antonio finalist
    Current Career/Future Goal:  I am looking forward to becoming a PR specialist in a large national firm and eventually become a Chief Communications Officer in an organization.  Additionally, I am a PR & Digital account executive at a PR firm; I am doing what I love and working in my career field. 
    Personal Advice/Statement/Quote: High school choir gave me some of the best experiences and memories.  There are moments I will never forget because of the many years I spent with my choir buddies and Ms. Anderson.  No one ever really tells you how hard life is because you don't really find out until you are going through the many different challenges you are going to face.  You need to know that it will be okay, college is going to be fun and finding your own way and making your own decisions will be exciting.  Just make sure that if you ever have any doubts or are scared, seek guidance because it is okay to get help!  Make the right choices, stay positive and always, always, try your best!  Life is hard, but make the best of it, only you get to decide where your life leads you.
     
     
    Tim Cockrell   
    Tim Cockrell
    College/University:  University of Houston
    Major/Minor:  Physics
    Current Career/Future Goal:  To work for any public or private entity that involves research, making/designing, and testing different modes of transportation or communication such as NASA, Boeing, Military, etc…Basically have a job in the engineering or physics field.
    Personal Advice/Statement/Quote: Eventually you will have to work for something in your life.  Work hard and life will be easier.  Work lazily, and it’ll be harder. 
     
     
     
      
    Chris Cockrell   
    Chris Cockrell
    College/University:  Texas Southern University
    Major/Minor:  Computer Engineering (projected graduation 2018)
    Current Career/Future Goal:  To work for a major engineering company or work with the police force.
    Personal Advice/Statement/Quote: Hang in there when things feel tough now because I promise they always get better.
     
     
     
    Jai-Lyn   
    Jai-Lyn Helaire
    College/University:  Houston Baptist University
    Major/Minor:  Business Marketing/Spanish
    Awards:  Dean’s List (Fall 2014) and maintained a 3.25 cumulative GPA
    Current Career/Future Goals:  Currently I am on the worship band at HBU and I work part time at the campus police station as a Student Dispatcher. My current short term goal is to graduate college on time with the credentials to get whatever job I desire.
    Personal Advice/Statement/Quote: Ms. Anderson knows exactly what she’s talking about! 
     

     
    Kayla Washington   
    Kayla Washington
    College/University:  US Coast Guard
    Awards:  High School honors include Science NHS, TRI-M, Math NHS, and Magna Cum Laude
    Current Career/Future Goal:  Going to A-school to become a Food Service Specialist in the Coast Guard, going to college to major in digital designing. 
    Personal Advice/Statement/Quote: Never ever give up on yourself or others.  Strive at want you do even if it’s not much.  Try to be the best at it and don’t let anyone else tell you different.  Never forget to help others and pass it on.  Remember: "A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.” – Jackie Robinson #42