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While being involved in so many school activities, Senior Haylee Emery still finds time to volunteer at a soup kitchen. She also reveals who helped unlock her potential, and what made a difference in her life.

Senior Spotlight

Haylee Emery

Activities involved in at KHS: band, FCCLA, student council, jazz band, spanish club, UIL Literary Criticism, and FCA

Outside Activities: volunteer at a soup kitchen, love dogs, work at taco cabana

Favorite Book:

The Old Man and the Sea

Favorite TV Show: Game of Thrones

Most Prized Possession:

My mark 6 saxophone

3 things I have with me at all times: my Laptop

What was your favorite childhood toy?

A stuffed puppy

Favorite Quote:

Practice like you’ve never won. Play like you’ve never lost.

What would people be surprised to know about you?

That I’m a saxophone player

Who is your favorite teacher and why?

Mrs. Freeman, because she unlocked my potential and cared about me as a student and person.

What have you learned at KHS that has made a difference in your life?

To be brave

What has been your greatest challenge in high school?

Telling myself that I’m good enough

What are your future plans?

My future plans consist of graduating from University of Texas at Austin with a doctorate degree

What is your advice for Freshmen?

Care about your grades now!

Who is your hero and why?

My mother, because she’s gone through a lot and is still standing strong