Spring Branch ISD Featured News

Spring Branch ISD (SBISD) is proud to celebrate nine students who have been named Distinguished Scholars by CITGO and ABC13 this school year.

The Distinguished Scholars Program provides scholarships to students pursuing higher education and honors exceptional individuals in categories such as Beating the Odds, Career and Technical Education, Communications, Performing and Fine Arts, STEM, Service and Leadership, Spirit, and Student Athletics.

Eligibility and recognition

To be selected, students must first be recommended by their school and meet strict eligibility requirements. Only juniors from participating districts are considered, and nominees must plan to pursue a two- or four-year degree and maintain at least a 2.5 GPA.

Students also submit official transcripts, test scores when available, and participate in a filmed student profile. Children of CITGO employees or retirees are not eligible.

Winners are chosen across eight competitive categories that honor exceptional achievement, character, and potential: Beating the Odds, Career and Technical Education, Communications, Performing and Fine Arts, STEM, Service and/or Leadership, Spirit, and Student-Athlete.

Each honoree is selected for demonstrating excellence and leadership within their chosen category.

SBISD students honored this year

• Beating the Odds: Elijah Chon, Stratford High School
• Career and Technical Education: Abigail Clark, Stratford High School
• Spirit: Amy Mireles, Westchester Academy for International Studies
• Career and Technical Education: Palloma Dinesh, Memorial High School
• Career and Technical Education: Reed Ingersoll, Memorial High School
• Performing and Fine Arts: Anna Koenig, Memorial High School
• Student Athletics: Thomas Howard, Memorial High School
• Career and Technical Education: Vincent McGuire, The Guthrie Center
• Spirit: Aylin Choc, Northbrook High School

CITGO representatives and a camera crew surprised the honorees during school-day celebrations, recognizing their hard work and outstanding achievements.

Leadership reflections

"The dedication, resilience, and excellence exhibited by these students are reflective of our district’s Core Characteristics. They are an inspiration to all of us,” said Dr. Annie Wolfe, associate superintendent for Academics.

“Our nine Distinguished Scholars are powerful examples of how an SBISD education prepares students for success in every pathway. Their achievements highlight the impact of exceptional teaching, supportive families, and a community committed to academic excellence," added Dr. Jennifer Blaine, superintendent of schools. "We are incredibly proud of them and the bright futures they represent.”

Commitment to student success

SBISD is committed to its T-2-4 vision for Every Child—preparing students for a technical certificate, military training, or a two-year or four-year degree. The accomplishments of these nine Distinguished Scholars are a testament to that mission in action.

In Spring Branch ISD, it’s Every Child—every day, every minute, every way.

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