It may not have had the usual 'pomp and circumstance' of the end-of-year graduation ceremony, but the diplomas presented to these Longview Early Graduation High School students are just as special.
During the Longview ISD trustees meeting Monday, Nov. 11th, six graduates were recognized by Principal Kristi Means. Means praised the graduates for their achievement, challenging them to 'live by your own slogan.'
'What will make you different? What separates you from the rest?' she asked. 'My advice to you is to, yes, follow your dreams, but also be persistent. To quote the famous Nike slogan: 'Just do it!''
November 2019 graduates
• Robert Boston plans to attend Kilgore College where he will study Psychology.
• Sarah Fuller is a Globe Scholar graduating on the recommended plan. She plans to enlist in the United States Navy.
• Dorisbeth Jaimes is a Globe scholar graduating on the recommended plan. She plans to study physical therapy.
• Giselle Jaimes is a Globe Scholar graduating on the recommended plan. She plans to study to be a dental hygienist.
• Trevuon Johnson is a Globe Scholar graduating on the recommended plan. He plans to study Welding at Texas State Technical College.
• Destiny Smith is a Globe Scholar graduating on the recommended plan. She plans to study Animal Science at Stephen F. Austin University.
The Longview Early Graduation High School (formerly known as LEAD Academy) serves progressive students who wish to graduate early. Providing dual-credit courses for students seeking higher education, it also features career and technology options, online/distance learning, and ACT/SAT preparation.