Success Stories
We are proud to share the success stories of our scholarship recipients, made possible by generous donors like you. You help students like these pursue their dreams and achieve their academic goals.
MEET Reese Robertson-2025 Scholarship recipient
MEET Jaylon Reed-2026 Scholarship recipient
It is a true honor to be chosen as a recipient of the Jefferson County Go Texan Scholarship. Your sponsorship eases the financial path ahead and also serves as a powerful reminder that commitment and determination matter. Knowing that my community believes in my goals encourages me to keep pushing forward and make the most of every opportunity in my education. I am deeply grateful for this recognition.
This fall, I will begin attending Texas A&M University, where I plan to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Biology in preparation for a career in Dentistry. I am eager to embrace this next chapter and committed to making the most of every opportunity as I work toward my goals. This scholarship will help equip me for this important next step toward my future.
Thank you again for your contribution to my education. I am truly grateful for the support provided by Jefferson County Go Texan, and I appreciate your belief in my potential.
Sincerely,
Jaylon Reed
MEET Camille Hernandez-2026 Scholarship recipient
“I am incredibly grateful to be a selected recipient of the Jefferson County Go Texan scholarship. As I transition into the next stage of my life, I am excited to say that the Jefferson County Go Texan scholarship is playing a part in allowing me to solely focus on my studies. This award will help reduce the financial burden of obtaining my education and help set me up early on a path of success. Knowing I have the support and belief of our community and the Go Texan Scholarship encourages me to be confident and passionate about the next steps in my education as I pursue Chemical Engineering.”
-Camille Hernandez
MEET Dante Sweeney-2026 Scholarship recipient
I have lived in Jefferson County my entire life, starting in Groves, then Beaumont, and even Port Neches for a bit. I am one of twelve kids, and I am the fourth oldest. I am ready to take this step in my life. I have already been accepted into the Honors College at Sam Houston State University and would be pursuing a degree in Biology, but if I attend SHSU, I will pursue a degree in Biomedical Sciences. My family is unable to support me in my college pursuits, and being awarded this scholarship would mean that I am one step closer to proving to my younger siblings that an upper-level education is not impossible.
Thank you,
Dante Sweeney
MEET Talon Le-2025 Scholarship recipient
I am truly honored to be selected as a recipient of the Jefferson County Go Texan
scholarship. Thank you for this incredible opportunity and for believing in me as I take the next step in my educational journey.
This scholarship is more than just financial assistance. It is a reminder of the importance of perseverance, hard work, and the support of a caring community. Your generosity inspires me to continue striving for excellence, knowing that my efforts are valued and recognized.
This fall, I will begin my studies at Lamar University, pursuing a Bachelor of Science
degree in Mechanical Engineering. I am both excited and determined to make the most of this opportunity, and I will carry your encouragement with me as I take this leap into the future.
Thank you again for investing in my education. This would not have been possible
without the generous support from Jefferson County Go Texan. Thank you for believing in me.
Sincerely,
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MEET Abigal Rutherford-2025 Scholarship recipient
I will begin my studies at Lamar University, pursuing a degree in legal studies as a Paralegal and playing softball. This scholarship means so much to me and my family as I pursue my dreams. The scholarship will help me pay for books and classes and ease the financial stress.
Thank you so much for this scholarship.
Sincerely,
Abi
MEET Marie Yazon Scholarship recipient
I am going to be attending Lamar University majoring in Biology with a pre-med concentration. I wanted to express my deepest gratitude for being selected as one of the recipients of the Go Texan scholarship. Receiving this scholarship is not only a great honor but also a tremendous help in my academic journey. I am truly thankful for your generosity and the support that this award represents.
As an aspiring cardiothoracic surgeon, my education path is filled with rigorous courses and countless hours of study and practice. Your support through the Go Texan scholarship significantly lightens the financial burden, allowing me to focus more intently on my studies. This scholarship brings me one step closer to achieving my goal of becoming a medical professional who can make a difference in the lives of others. The opportunity you have provided me is invaluable, and I am committed to making the most of it.
Thank you once again for your kindness and belief in my potential. It serves as a powerful motivator for me to pursue my dreams with even greater determination. I promise to work hard to honor the investment you have made in my future
Marie Yazon
MEET Aiden L- 2024 Scholarship recipient
I am honored to be selected as one of this year's recipients of Jefferson County Go
Texan scholarship. Thank you for giving me this awesome opportunity and
supporting me on my journey to become a Mechanical Engineer.
I will pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering at Lamar
University in Fall 2024. I enjoy analyzing and solving problems.
Thank you again for supporting my educational journey. This would not have been
possible without the generous support from Jefferson County Go Texan. Thank you
for believing in me.
Sincerely,
Aiden L
Lauren Abigail (Abby)
Hoffpauir- 2017 Recipient
Abby graduated from Port Neches-Groves High School and received the Jefferson County Area Go Texan scholarship in Spring 2017 as well as the $20,000 Houston Live Stock Show & Rodeo scholarship.
"I went on to graduate from the University of Texas at Austin in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology with a Pre-Health Professions Certificate and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. I began medical school at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in the summer of 2022. I have just completed my first round of licensing boards and am beginning my clinical rotations in Corpus Christi next month! I’ll graduate in May 2026 to begin my career as a medical doctor.
Receiving the Area Go Texan scholarship was such an honor, privilege, and a blessing. Initially, it was a validation and acknowledgment of my efforts to do well in school so that I could pursue higher education. As a first generation college student, it was pertinent to receive financial assistance to be able to attend my dream school of UT Austin. Further, I knew that my goal of becoming a doctor would require a longer educational path, and thus more financial burden. My Area Go Texan scholarship from the HLSR helped me to graduate from undergrad debt free. This has lessened the stress associated with finances so that I can better focus on my studies. I am better equipped to be the best doctor I can be because of the help I received from the HLSR Area Go Texan scholarship."
Receiving this scholarship means so much to me, being able to receive this scholarship will allow me to use this money to purchase things like my parking pass, meal plans, college tuition, etc. I am attending Texas A&M University and my major is Public Health but I am hoping to pursue Nursing. I just wanted to thank Jefferson County Go Texan for choosing me as a scholarship recipient and it helps more than you know!
Beaumont, TX