Jennah McDonough, Valedictorian, earned a grade point average (GPA) of 4.4375. She is recognized as a Superintendent Scholar, and has earned an Associate Degree. She is the daughter of Kelly Goodman. She serves as president of the National Honor Society, Students Against Destructive Decisions, and the PHS Senior Class. She is a member of the choir; and she serves as a Superintendent Student Ambassador. She earned first place in the “Who is this Harvester” essay contest. She plans to attend Oklahoma State University and pursue a degree in Finance.
Roselyn Ruiz, Salutatorian, earned a grade point average (GPA) of 4.2916. She qualified for the President’s List at Clarendon College, and has earned an Associate Degree. She is the daughter of Ruben and Telma Ruiz. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council, Students Against Destructive Decisions, DECA, and the Blanket Club. She is recognized on the PHS Wall of Fame for her exceptional ACT Scores. She plans to attend Texas Tech University and major in Mechanical Engineering and minor in Accounting.
Grace Guymon is ranked third, earned a GPA of 4.2491; and she is recognized as a Superintendent Scholar. She is the daughter of Bryan and Janelle Guymon. She is a member of Student Council, and serves as Vice President of the PHS Student Body. She is a member of the band, qualified for All-Region Band four consecutive years, and serves as Drum Major. She is a member of Students Against Destructive Decisions, National Honor Society, and the tennis team. She was selected as PHS Student of the year, and she is recognized on the PHS Wall of Fame for her exceptional ACT scores. She plans to attend Utah State University, and pursue a degree in Biological Engineering.
Sofia Alatorre-Pineda is ranked fourth, and earned a GPA of 4.1087. She is the daughter of Raul Alatorre and Claudia Pineda. She is a member of Students Against Destructive Decisions, Art Club, and the Crochet Club. She has competed in Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE), and qualified for Region. She received the Rotary Youth Leadership Award. She has completed thirty college hours, and was able to CLEP Spanish Language Levels 1 & 2. She has earned her veterinary medical application certification. She plans to attend the University of North Texas and pursue a degree in Communication Design.
Mia Alatorre-Pineda is ranked fifth, and earned a GPA of 4.0736. She is the daughter of Raul Alatorre and Claudia Pineda. She is a member of Students Against Destructive Decisions, Art Club, and the Crochet Club. She has competed in Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE), and qualified for Region. She received the Rotary Youth Leadership Award. She has completed thirty college hours, and was able to CLEP Spanish Language Levels 1 & 2. She has earned her veterinary medical application certification. She plans to attend the University of North Texas. Her major is undecided at this time.
Emma Perry is ranked sixth and earned a GPA of 4.0703. She is the daughter of Joe and Kerrey Perry. She serves as Treasurer for the PHS Student Body; and has served as the Chief Editor of the yearbook. She is a member of the volleyball team where she earned Academic All-State and All-District Honorable Mention honors; and she received the Hustling Harvester and True Heart awards. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Students Against Destructive Decisions, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. She is recognized on the PHS Wall of Fame for her exceptional ACT scores. She plans to attend the University of Texas at Arlington and pursue a degree in Architectural Engineering.
Mazi Smith is ranked seventh and earned a GPA of 4.0446. She is the daughter of Steven and Angie Smith. She serves as the Community Services Coordinator for the National Honor Society. She serves as a Superintendent Student Ambassador, athletic trainer, and a Skills For Success Peer Tutor. She was recognized as the Health Science Student of the Year, and was selected “Miss Howdy”. Additionally, she received the Outstanding Geography Subject Award. She plans to attend the University of the Pacific, where she has committed to play volleyball while she pursues a degree in Biological Sciences.
Megan Hanson is ranked eighth, earned a GPA of 4.0267, and earned an Associate Degree. She is the daughter of Candace Hanson. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Students Against Destructive Decisions, Student Council, and DECA. She plans to attend West Texas A&M University and pursue a degree in Environmental Engineering.
Britten Joyce is ranked nineth, and earned a GPA of 4.002. He is the son of Mike and Jami Joyce. He is a member of the National Honor Society and Students Against Destructive Decisions; and he serves as a Skills for Success Peer Tutor. He is recognized on the Wall of Fame for his exceptional ACT scores. He also participated in choir, golf, and football, earning Academic All-State and Honorable Mention honors in football. He plans to attend Texas Tech University and pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Robin Logan is ranked tenth and earned a GPA of 3.9946. She is the daughter of Greg and Renita Logan. She serves as the Vice President of Choir and the Secretary of Student Council. She qualified for TMEA Area Choir and was honored as Outstanding Choir Member. She is a member of the National Honor Society and Students Against Destructive Decisions. She has completed twenty-two college hours and plans to finish her Associate Degree at Clarendon College before pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology.
Briley Daniels is ranked number eleven and earned a GPA of 3.9442. She is the daughter of Kyle and Theresa Daniels. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council, and serves as a Superintendent Student Ambassador. She is honored on the PHS Wall of Fame for her exceptional ACT scores. She has participated in basketball and softball, earning Academic All-District in both sports. She also earned All-State Honorable Mention and was recognized as First Team All-District in softball. She plans to attend West Texas A&M University, where she has committed to play softball while she pursues a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Brooks Barton is ranked number twelve and earned a GPA of 3.9365. He is the son of Steve and Abigayle Barton. He is a member of the National Honor Society, Students Against Destructive Decisions, and Student Council. He is recognized on the PHS Wall of Fame for his exceptional SAT Scores. He has participated in baseball and football, earning Academic All-State in both sports. He was also named All District Second Team in baseball. He has participated in Choir and choir musicals. He plans to attend Hendrix University, where he has committed to play baseball while he pursues a degree in pre-dentistry.
Sarah Gray is ranked number thirteen and earned a GPA of 3.9018. She is recognized as a Superintendent Scholar and earned an Associate Degree. She is the daughter of Jessica Gray. She is honored on the PHS Wall of Fame for her exceptional ACT Scores. She serves as Vice President of the National Honor Society and serves as a Superintendent Student Ambassador. She is a member of Student Council and Students Against Destructive Decisions. She has competed in DECA, where she qualified for state. In addition, she has earned a ServSafe Food Manager Certification. She plans to attend Texas Tech University Honor College and pursue a degree in Sciences and Humanities.
Avery McCarley is ranked number fourteen and earned a GPA of 3.8684. She is the daughter of Ryan and Heather McCarley. She is recognized on the PHS Wall of Fame for her exceptional ACT and SAT Scores. She is a member of the National Honor Society and Students Against Destructive Decisions; and she serves as a Superintendent Student Ambassador. She has competed in DECA, where she is a state qualifier. She has also competed in UIL Academics where she received a spelling award. She plans to attend the University of Oklahoma and pursue a degree in Sociology.
Carsyn Hunt is ranked number fifteen and earned a GPA of 3.8346. She is the daughter of Kevin and Shawna Hunt. She serves as the Secretary for the National Honor Society. She is a member of Students Against Destructive Decisions, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes, where she serves on the Leadership Team. She participates in softball and volleyball, and earned All-District honors in both sports. She plans to attend Oklahoma Christian University, where she has committed to play volleyball while she pursues a degree in nursing. She hopes to become a pediatric oncology nurse.
Maritza Rivera is ranked number sixteen and earned a GPA of 3.823. She is the daughter of Gabriel and Eva Rivera. She is a member of Student Council, National Honor Society, and Students Against Destructive Decisions. She has received multiple outstanding subject awards. She plans to attend West Texas A&M University and pursue a degree in nursing.
Maecie Hawthorne is ranked number seventeen and earned a GPA of 3.8117. She is the daughter of Richard and Dottie Hawthorne. She is a member of the National Honor Society, serves on the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leadership Team, and serves as a Superintendent Student Ambassador. She participates in volleyball and softball, and earned First Team All-District and Academic All-State in Volleyball and Softball. She was named Amarillo Globe News Newcomer of the Year Award in Volleyball. She plans to attend Southern Nazarene University, where she has committed to play volleyball while pursing a degree in Biochemistry.
Katie Davis is ranked eighteenth and earned a GPA of 3.7581. She is the daughter of Ryan and Deborah Davis. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Students Against Destructive Decisions, Future Farmers of America (FFA), 4-H, and Choir. She earned the FFA Chapter and Green Hand awards. She earned the County Champion Senior Cattle Showmanship award, the County Reserve Champion Senior Cattle Showmanship twice, the Gray County Grand Champion Market Steer, and was the San Antonio Jr. Division Simmental Heifer Champion. She has completed thirty-six college hours, and plans to attend Clarendon College to complete an Associate Degree in Agricultural Sciences.
Aaliyah Caviness is ranked nineteenth and earned a GPA of 3.7415. She is the daughter of Cynthia Ramirez. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council, and Students Against Destructive Decisions. She has competed in UIL Academics, and earned the outstanding Chemistry subject award. She plans to attend Clarendon College and then transfer to West Texas A&M University to pursue a degree in Business.
Mason Childress is ranked twentieth and earned a GPA of 3.7074. He is the son of Keisha Childress and Rex and JoLinda Childress. He is a member of the National Honor Society, and Future Farmers of America (FFA). He served as FFA Chaplain, Historian, and Vice President, and received the FFA Star Farmer of the Year Award. He has earned multiple AWS welding certifications, and he was selected welding student of the year for two years. He won first place in the TTCTE Welding Contest in stick welding. He plans to attend Missouri Welding Institute and then work in the industry.
Austin Anderson is ranked twenty-first and earned a GPA of 3.7071. He is the son of Chris and Brandy Ketchum. He has earned his Dell Technician certification, and serves on the Dell Tech Crew. He works at United Supermarket as a bookkeeper. He plans to attend Amarillo College and obtain an A+ certification.
Nicholas Price is ranked twenty-second and earned a GPA of 3.6965. He is the son of Alan and Eva Price. He is a member of the National Honor Society, Students Against Destructive Decisions, Student Crime Stoppers and band. He has participated in 4-H, where he earned a Gold Star Award, qualified for state, and received the Danforth Leadership Award. He plans to attend Dallas Baptist University to pursue a degree in Christian Studies with an emphasis in music ministry.
Wyatt Johnson is ranked twenty-third, earned a GPA of 3.6851, and is recognized as a Superintend Scholar. He is the son of Tim and Rene Johnson. He is a member of the National Honor Society, band and the swim team. He is recognized on the PHS Wall of Fame for his exceptional ACT scores. He has competed in Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE), and is a four year state medalist. He designed a poster for Crime Stoppers, which earned first place and is displayed in the state capitol. He received the Rotary Youth Leadership Award, and has earned the distinction of Eagle Scout. He plans to attend Oklahoma University and pursue a degree in Atmospheric Sciences.
Bryce Lynn is ranked twenty-fourth and earned a GPA of 3.6775. He is the son of Michael and Jessica Lynn. He is a member of the choir and Students Against Destructive Decisions. He participated in football, basketball, and track. He earned First Team All-District, and All State Academic in football, and All-District in basketball. He plans to attend West Texas A&M University an pursue a degree in Business.
Berlin Bartlett is ranked twenty-fifth and earned a GPA of 3.674. She is the daughter of Coleman and Kyleigh Bartlett. She is recognized on the PHS Wall of Fame for her exceptional ACT scores. She serves as a Sills for Success Peer Tutor. She participated in basketball and track, and earned First Team All-District and Academic All-State in basketball and was selected Newcomer of the Year in basketball. She qualified for regional track three times. She plans to attend Mid-America Christian University, where she has committed to play basketball while she pursues a degree in Forensics.
