2025 top ten: Georgetown High School
As seniors across GISD prepare to enter the next chapter of their lives, we are highlighting the 2025 Top Ten graduates at East View High School, Georgetown High School and Richarte High School. We congratulate these students on this incredible achievement and look forward to the opportunities that await them.
Aurelia Anderson - Valedictorian
What are your plans after high school graduation?
I will attend Baylor University and major in Fashion Merchandising.
What activities were you involved in at GHS?
Cheerleading, Track & Field, Ruby Slipper, PALS, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta and Link crew
Who is someone or what is something you are thankful for?
I am so extremely thankful for my mom and her constant support for me. Whether it’s academically, athletically, or mentally, she is always there for me. In every good or bad moment, she never fails to stay by my side and lift me up. She believes in me and has taught me kindness through her heart and her actions!
Nathan Aaker - Salutatorian
What are your plans after high school graduation?
I will attend the University of Texas at Austin and double major in Electrical/Computer Engineering and Business Administration.
What activities were you involved in at GHS?
I was a drum major in the band, member of the Varsity Speech & Debate team, Superintendent's Student Advisory Committee member, rocketry program project manager, Mu Alpha Theta officer, UIL Academics Regional qualifier, National Honor Society Officer, SeaPerch Internationals qualifier, and SeaPerch Ford elementary school volunteer.
Who is someone that has impacted you over the course of your school career?
Mrs. Hise and Ms. Gebhardt have had big impacts on me because they always go above and beyond to help me understand the content, and they lead me in my extracurricular activities like Speech & Debate, Mu Alpha Theta, and UIL Academics.
Cooper Werchan - No. 3
What are your plans after high school graduation?
I will attend Texas A&M University to major in Finance.
What activities were you involved in at GHS?
Football, Basketball, National Honor Society and Track
Who is someone that has impacted you over the course of your school career?
Dr. Gleich teaches his macroeconomics class in a very engaging way, and he does it while actually treating his students like adults. He respects his students and gives them the freedom and responsibility to manage their own time and values -- just like college will be. He is one of the only teachers that I feel actually prepares his AP Students for college level classes.
Mrs. Hise is another teacher that goes above and beyond in making sure her AP Calculus students are prepared for the next level. In just a single year, she expanded my math skills more than I had in my entire education.
Michael Shehan - No. 4
What are your plans after high school graduation?
I will attend Texas A&M to major in Aerospace Engineering.
What activities were you involved in at GHS?
Debate, Tennis, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Eagle Counseling Alliance and Engineering Club
Who is someone or what is something you are thankful for?
I'm thankful for my family. They have been there for me throughout my adolescence, granting me an environment that encouraged curiosity and the pursuit of knowledge. I wouldn’t trade them for the world.
Zoe Kriskey - No. 5
What are your plans after high school graduation?
I will attend the University of Texas at Austin to major in Biology on a pre-med track.
What activities were you involved in at GHS?
I was a Band Drum Major and Clarinet Player. I was in the National Honor Society, Musical Pit Orchestra, Mu Alpha Theta, HOSA, Pharmacy Technician Practicum, and Full Orchestra.
Who is someone that has impacted you over the course of your school career?
My band director, Mr. Justin Smith, has had a major impact on me. I have had the chance to learn from him over all four years of my high school career, and he has truly changed me for the better. Not only did he better me in the realm of music, but he helped me to grow as a leader and a friend. Being in band and serving as a drum major was truly the most unforgettable and rewarding experience of my life, and it would not be the same without Mr. Smith.
Jacob Kruse - No. 6
What are your plans after high school graduation?
I will attend Colorado School of Mines and major in Mechanical Engineering.
What activities were you involved in at GHS?
Men's Soccer, Engineering Club, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta and SeaPerch.
Who is someone that has impacted you over the course of your school career?
All of my teachers had an impact, but Mr. Nik and Ms. McMillin guided me through my most mentally-demanding classes, and they allowed me to truly discover the field I want to dedicate my career to.
Ian McAlister - No. 7
What are your plans after high school graduation?
I will attend Duke University to major in Economics and Music.
What activities were you involved in at GHS?
GHS Band, GHS Saxophone Quartet, Mu Alpha Theta, Academic Excellence Student Advisory Board and National Honor Society Leadership Council
What is one of your proudest accomplishments from your time at GHS?
Being a three-time All-State Band Member and a four-time Fencing All-American. Also, my 900+ day streak on Duolingo. :)
Who is someone or what is something you are thankful for?
I am thankful for my family and friends because they believe in me. I can’t thank them enough for their support throughout my high school career.
Annemarie Johnson - No. 8
What are your plans after high school graduation?
I will attend Eastern Illinois University where I will major in Biology and compete on the women's swim team.
What activities were you involved in at GHS?
Swimming, Special Education Peer Buddies and Choir.
What is one of your proudest accomplishments from your time at GHS?
Finishing in the top 10 of my class, and participating in peer buddies for three years. I am proud to have persevered through all of the early mornings, the hot August practices and the freezing January practices as a member of the swim team, and breaking a minute in the 100 fly at regionals.
Who is someone or what is something you are thankful for?
I would like to thank my mom and dad for all the support they've given me over the years. From rides to swim practice to weekends in hotels at meets, they were always there for me. I'm also grateful for my brother Charles, my sister Audrey and of course, my three dogs.
Elias Stevenson - No. 9
What are your plans after high school graduation?
I will attend the University of Alabama to major in Computer Science.
What activities were you involved in at GHS?
Tennis, Band, Mu Alpha Theta and Rocketry.
What is one of your proudest accomplishments from your time at GHS?
Successfully launching a rocket with my team after working on the project for a whole semester. We had a lot of planning issues and needed to make a lot of last minute design changes, so I'm really proud of how we were able to pull together and complete this largely independent engineering project.
Also, learning some really challenging solos for marimba and marching snare and being able to perform them at the State Solo & Ensemble contest.
Who is someone or what is something you are thankful for?
I am thankful for the endless support from all the teachers and staff in all my pursuits and through the many mistakes I've made along the way.
Aubrey Bryant - No. 10
What are your plans after high school graduation?
I will attend the University of Texas at Austin to major in Business and Exercise Science.
What activities were you involved in at GHS?
Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society, Eagle Counseling Alliance and Georgetown Lady Eagle Basketball.
Who is someone that has impacted you over the course of your school career?
One of the teachers that had the biggest impact on me was Mrs. Cervantes. Not only was she my teacher, but after years of not being in her classroom, she has continuously kept up and checked up with me. She showed me how to be a strong leader, make powerful connections, and have an impact on those around me.
