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• Student of the Week: McAllen High School's Elizabeth Ford Play Video

  November 5, 2025 7:03 PM

  At McAllen High School, senior Elizabeth Ford — better known as Ellie — is known for her drive on and off the field. “I'm involved in BPA — I recently became vice-president — I’m in mock trial, student council, and I play girls varsity soccer,” Ellie said. Ellie... more »

• Student of the Week: La Joya High School's Servando Reyna Play Video

  October 30, 2025 12:51 AM

  At La Joya High School, Servando Reyna is known for taking on challenges and turning them into opportunities. Once a shy student, he's now found his voice. “I struggled mainly with some antisocial aspects, I’ve never really enjoyed speaking to other students my freshman year,” Servando said. ... more »

• Student of the Week: La Feria Early College High School's Presley Becerra Play Video

  October 16, 2025 12:40 AM

  For Presley Becerra, music is more than just notes on a page. It's a way to bring something beautiful to life. “I have always been surrounded by music, and I’ve always been inquisitive to learn more about how certain ensembles can make such beautiful sounds,” Presley said. Presley's... more »

• Student of the Week: Grulla High School’s Julian Zarate Play Video

  October 9, 2025 1:53 PM

  Grulla High School’s Julian Zarate is known for leading with purpose, and putting his heart into everything he does. “It's rare to see me at home just there, I have to be doing something,” Julian said. “I'm a very active person." Julian ranks in the top three of... more »

• Student of the Week: Hidalgo Early College High School's Maddelynn Solano Play Video

  October 2, 2025 4:34 PM

  At Hidalgo Early College High School, senior Maddelynn Solano is known for leading with her heart. That's especially true when it comes to her role as captain of the Dazzlers drill team. “Being the leader of the drill team really motivates me to be better for my line... more »

• Student of the Week: South Texas ISD Science Academy's Santiago Berrocal Play Video

  September 24, 2025 7:41 PM

  As a senior at South Texas ISD Science Academy in Mercedes, 17-year-old Santiago Berrocal is looking to make a big impact in school and in his community. “I'm really big on community service, I love giving back to the community," Santiago said. Santiago is the captain of his... more »

• Student of the Week: Lyford High School's Mario Castillo Play Video

  September 10, 2025 8:39 PM

  At just 17-years-old, Mario Castillo wears many hats at Lyford High School. His teachers and parents say he’s doing more than performing well in the classroom, he’s also proving to be a leader. Mario is a student athlete, a leader, and a mentor who ranks at the top... more »

• Student of the Week: San Isidro High School's Estrella Martinez Play Video

  September 3, 2025 7:04 PM

  At San Isidro High School, 17-year-old Estrella Martinez does it all. Estrella is currently ranked second in her class. She serves as student council president, FCCLA vice president, is a member of the National Honor Society, and competes in UIL academics. “Since elementary or middle school, I’ve always... more »

• Nancy Vasquez Play Video

  October 18, 2017 9:16 AM

  One of the greatest obstacle I have overcame in my life was the fact that I raised by legal guardians instead of my biological parents. My biological parents were, and still are, addicted to drugs and alcohol. Only two days after my birth my bio mother abandoned me at the... more »

• Christina Ebaseh-Onofa Play Video

  September 20, 2017 9:04 AM

  My name is Christina Ebaseh-Onofa and I am a senior at BETA. Growing up in my hometown of Edinburg, Texas, I was very unaware of the possible tragedies that one could encounter in life. At the age of 9, I was made aware of this fact when my mother passed... more »