Orangefield High School has announced their top two graduates for the Class of 2022. Zoe Martin in the Valedictorian and Hunter Beard is the Salutatorian.
Martin was the Secretary of her class and also a member of the National Honor Society, Interact, Student Council, and FCCLA. She graduates with a 4.95 GPA.
She also won numerous “Big O” Awards and selected to attend ALA Bluebonnet Girls State. And she has spent time volunteering for Little Dribblers, Salvation Army, and Orange Christian Services.
Martin plans to attend Texas A&M and pursue a major in Chemical Engineering.
Bridget Trawhon, Professional Communications Teacher said, “Zoe Martin is a brilliant, kind, and funny young lady. She is conscientious about her school work and strives for excellence. Zoe has an inviting and
kind demeanor and chooses to be nice in all situations. Last but not least, she is funny. If you spend any amount of time around her, you will find yourself smiling and laughing. Zoe, I can’t wait to see what the future holds for you.”
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Beard is number two in a class of 138 with a 4.84 GPA.
He has received many honors during his Bobcat career including Teacher Merit Awards and a member of the All-Star Choir.
Beard also is a member of the NHS, Choir, and UIL team.
He plans to attend Texas A&M and pursue a Doctor of Medicine degree in hopes of entering the field of emergency medicine.
Selena Hennigan, Algebra II Teacher said, “ Hunter is an upstanding young man. I had the pleasure of teaching him Honors Algebra 2 and being a sponsor to him during his high school UIL math career. He is a sharp-minded young man who remains laid-back while excelling under high expectations. His character is equally admirable. With that said, I am certain Hunter will continue to do great things in his future. Congratulations, Hunter, for all you have accomplished at OHS! All the best to you!”
Technology Teacher Paula Droddy said, “Hunter is an excellent student. He is polite and respectful. Through his involvement with the National Honor Society I have watched him grow and mature. If you ever get the chance to hear Hunter sing, you are in for a real treat.”
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