Houston Baptist University student is Making the Grade
She’s a track and field star at Houston Baptist University and a star in the classroom. FOX 26’s Nate Griffin introduces us to Kaitlin Smith, who is Making the Grade.
TSU soccer star is Making the Grade
Lemauriel Johnson is a star in the classroom and on the soccer field at Texas Southern University. The 5'8" forward, daughter of Randy and Katrina Johnson, is inspiring her teammates to do well. The women's soccer team sports a 3.57 GPA, which tops all women's teams on the campus. Lemauriel is a leader with big goals.
Langham Creek basketball star is Making the Grade
Langham Creek Girls’ Basketball star Kaley Perkins came about her talents naturally. Mom was a basketball player in college and dad was also an athlete. Both parents love academics and passed it down. The shooting guard was the 2019-20 District MVP, Chronicle All-Greater Houston and varsity captain. She also sports an off the charts GPA.
Pearland HS senior excelling on and off the court
A senior at Pearland High School is not only excelling on the court, he's doing some excellent work in the classroom. In fact, his coach says he's talented enough academically and athletically to play anywhere in the country. He credits his academic success to being an avid readers, and he's a member of the National Honor Society. Ty Williams is Making the Grade.
UH sprinter and tech student is Making the Grade
This week’s student athlete is from a proud track and field program with a winning tradition – the University of Houston. Frederick Lewis is a 400-meter sprinter who attended Pearland Dawson High School before being recruited by UH. He’s fast on the track, and his brain moves even faster. He has an Olympian as his track coach.
Sharpstown 3-sport student athlete is Making the Grade
She runs cross country, track and field, plays soccer and is a member of Junior ROTC. Ana Azarte is Making the Grade at Sharpstown High School.
2-sport Texas City HS student is Making the Grade
He is a two-sport, two-position star. Not only does he play on the football and baseball teams, he plays two positions on each of them. Texas City High School senior Jackson Wray is Making the Grade.
Dekaney High School quarterback is Making the Grade
He's the starting quarterback at Dekaney High School and he's a leader in the the classroom. Daelyn Williams is Making the Grade.
2-sport athlete is Making the Grade at Pasadena Memorial HS
Mia Garza is a two-sport athlete at Pasadena Memorial High School and a student in the early college program. Garza sports a 4.58 GPA, is deeply embedded in her faith, and she's a leader who started playing sports at an early age. Mia Garza is making the grade.
Deer Park High School student is Making the Grade
Reese Harrison graduated Thursday night from Deer Park a year early and in the top 1 percent of her class. Not only is she a great student, she is a top competitive cheer athlete.
Texas City High School golfer is Making the Grade
It has not been easy for student athletes during this pandemic, but this Texas City High School golfer is getting it done. Nate Brooks is Making the Grade!
Cypress Lakes High School student is Making the Grade
She's an outstanding student and athlete with high hopes at Sam Houston State. KeAyla Dove is Making the Grade at Cypress Lakes High School.
Jersey Village High School senior is Making the Grade
He will graduate from Jersey Village High School as a top student. He's also one of the top high school baseball players in the state. Nathan Becker is Making the Grade!
Alief Taylor High School senior is Making the Grade
An Alief Taylor High School student has her sights set on college after her senior year was cut short by the pandemic. She's working out her mind with virtual learning and also working out to stay in shape. Kierra Wright is headed to Langston University on a volleyball scholarship.
Galena Park High School senior is Making the Grade
A Galena Park High School senior is continuing to learn virtually while staying in shape for softball. Maddy Flores is Making the Grade!
Pasadena Memorial High School senior is Making the Grade
This Pasadena Memorial High School senior is in the same boat as so many other seniors with their milestone year cut short and graduation ceremonies in jeopardy. But she is not letting any of that slow her down. Maya Arredondo is Making the Grade!
Morton Ranch High School grad is Making the Grade
This Morton Ranch High School grad is quite the swimming success. FOX 26's Nate Griffin shows us how Frederica Kizek is Making the Grade.
North Shore High School graduate Making the Grade
Naya Edwards graduated from North Shore High School and is now a student at Pepperdine University, on her way to completing her freshman year.
FOX 26/My20 launches Classes at Home initiative
Fox 26 and My20 kicked off “Classes At Home”, specifically for Houston area children because school buildings may be closed but young brains are still open for business and ready to learn.
Kingwood Park HS Alum is Making the Grade
Last year, we featured a Kingwood Park High School senior who excelled in volleyball and swimming. Andie Unwin is now a freshman at Notre Dame!