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Where hard work meets legacy
0Kassandra S. has always been surrounded by construction. Growing up in Oak Cliff, her family’s construction business wasn’t just something she heard about; it was part of daily life. Now, she’s preparing to build on that foundation, carrying forward a legacy shaped at home and strengthened through Dallas ISD. Known as “Kass,” she learned early that hard work wasn’t optional. As the youngest and only girl, she said her parents and older brothers held her to high expectations. “My parents and brothers always pushed me to work for everything,” she said. Those expectations, and the example set by her brothers,…
From translating for family to an Ivy League
0For Alan O., the path to his future began at home. Growing up, the Thomas Jefferson High School senior often served as a translator for his mother helping navigate everyday situations that required English fluency. What started as a responsibility quickly became a purpose. Now, Alan is preparing to attend Brown University on a full-ride scholarship where he will study electrical engineering. “I want to create devices that help break language barriers,” Alan said. “That’s something that has always been part of my life.” At Thomas Jefferson, Alan built a path that will take him across the country and into…
A legacy of empathy painted at Molina High School
0Brush in hand, Kevin C. is leaving a message on the wall outside Moisés E. Molina High School’s library. Earlier this school year, he began working on a mural, reflecting a sense of hope and identity. “I wanted to give back to my community and giving them hope was the best way to do it,” he said. Through the mural, which is now complete, Kevin hopes his classmates see themselves and are encouraged to embrace who they are. “Students should feel proud of who they are and their heritage,” he said. The mural came together the same way Kevin’s high…
South Oak Cliff marching band seniors earn $2M in Scholarships
0The legacy of South Oak Cliff’s Nu Soul of the South marching band has always been bigger than music. This year, 12 seniors turned that legacy into history, earning $2 million in scholarships and proving the band’s impact reaches far beyond the field. For Mark N., who is headed to Southern University and A&M College on a $30,000 scholarship, pursuing music beyond high school graduation is a dream come true. “Over the years, we’ve known where band could lead you. We’ve seen a lot of upperclassmen get a lot of money,” Mark said. “Quincy Jones went to school for music…