Thirteen exceptional Socorro Independent School District students spent a week of their summer vacation developing their leadership skills and visiting notable and historically significant sites in Texas, including NASA and the Texas State Capitol.
They were among 670 outstanding fourth to eighth grade students from across Texas who participated in Education in Action’s summer 2024 Lone Star Leadership Academy camps.
Nominated by educators, these students were selected for their demonstrated leadership ability, academic success, and involvement in school and community activities.
Students in fourth to sixth grade traveled to Dallas/Fort Worth, fifth to seventh-graders visited Austin/San Antonio, and sixth to eighth-grade students explored Houston/Galveston.
Participants toured notable Texas sites, learned about unique careers from professionals, and collaborated in small teams to enhance specific leadership skills.
In addition to honing their leadership abilities, participants gained self-confidence and independence and formed new friendships with other high-achieving students from across the state.
The SISD students who participated in the 2024 Lone Star Leadership Academy Camps were:
Sofia Nolasco, 6th grade, Col. John O. Ensor Middle School
Isabel Nolasco, 4th grade, Horizon Heights Elementary School
Sebastian Carrillo, 7th grade, John Drugan School
Aleein Gomez, 6th grade, John Drugan School
Yahir Sarabia, 6th grade, John Drugan School
Ariadne Rosales, 5th grade, Loma Verde Elementary School
Miguel Mercado, 7th grade, Montwood Middle School
Rodrigo Perez, 8th grade, Montwood Middle School
Olivia Chavez, 6th grade, Salvador Sanchez Middle School
Valerie Chavez, 6th grade, Salvador Sanchez Middle School
Grecia Decena, 8th grade, Salvador Sanchez Middle School
Andrea Rodriguez, 7th grade, Salvador Sanchez Middle School
Peter Villa, 7th grade, Socorro Middle School