Rouse High School senior Bailey Kerns, recognizing Amy McKee: "Mrs. McKee has been one of the most significant figures and role models in my life since my freshman year. Throughout my time in the Dance Department at Rouse, Mrs. McKee has given me an endless amount of support, guidance, and motivation. She has helped me find where my passion is, helped me grow tremendously as a leader, and has also taught me a handful of life skills that I will continue to live by after graduation. My experience with her has been exactly what it should be: challenging yet rewarding, because she would never let me settle for the easy way out. Mrs. McKee continuously ensures that I am growing as both a student and a leader, and I will always be thankful for that. Though she has served as my dance director, she has greatly influenced my post-high school plans by standing by my decision to tryout for the Kilgore College Rangerettes, and pushing me closer towards that goal everyday. I will always be thankful for the tools she has given me to help me succeed in every aspect of my life."
Rouse High School senior Jason Perez, recognizing Brittany Onder: "Coach Onder came to Rouse high school my senior year. I met her through being apart of Raider Crew. We eventually created a bond and made me feel part of the team. I was on track in graduating in December but she convinced me to stay to be a part of the Co-Ed team. Ever since deciding to stay, she has pushed me to become a better cheerleader, push myself in classes and always make me smile. She’s sweet, caring, funny, and very supportive. When I have a bad day she’ll find a way to cheer my up and make me laugh or smile. Thanks to coach she has made my senior year an unforgettable one. I plan on cheering in college because of her and I’m super excited."
Rouse High School senior Paige Butler, recognizing Marguerite Swilling: "Ms. Swilling has been a very influential teacher for me not only during sophomore year when I was in her English class, but in the years following as well. She is an amazing English teacher and makes learning the material enjoyable and easy to understand. It was also in her class that I discovered my passion for family law through a fun pre reading activity. She is also a very nice and generous person and has made her classrooms a positive and welcoming environment for all students at Rouse High School. After Sophomore year, she has been the National Honor Society Sponsor and has helped me learn about problems in the community and taught me to lead through service as well as writing recommendation letters for me."
