Celebrating Our Graduates

This month, we are proud to celebrate the graduations of several of our youth, an accomplishment that carries profound meaning. Graduation is a major milestone for any young person, but for youth who have experienced abuse, neglect and the instability of foster care, it represents courage, determination and an unwavering will to keep moving forward no matter what.

Below, we’re proud to spotlight a few of these incredible young people, their accomplishments and the bright paths they are now beginning to forge.

	Jazlyn graduated from high school and will be attending Sam Houston State University in the fall. Jazlyn has a passion for animals and plans to study veterinary medicine. She is getting a head start on classes this summer by participating in a program at Texas Woman’s University.
	Traron graduated from high school and will be attending community college in the fall. He plans to study marine biology.
	Alyssa graduated summa cum laude from Arizona State University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. More than twenty years later, her advocate, Heidi, is still her biggest cheerleader. Alyssa is working towards becoming a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst, and she currently serves as a court appointed advocate.
	Kayla graduated from high school and has aspirations to become a chef. She will be applying to the University of Houston’s culinary program in the fall.
	Eli graduated from high school and is excited for the next chapter! He is currently working and enjoying his best life.

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