teacher while I work towards my
master’s degree, ultimately working
towards opening my own counseling
practice,” she said.
For Kenzie, the spring of 2017 is
the final step of a 13-year journey
in Weatherford ISD schools. When
asked to comment on her time in
WISD and Parker County as a whole,
Kenzie said, “I really will miss it ...
Parker County is somewhere that you
can always find your way around.
The chapter of my life of knowing
what street I’m on practically with my
eyes closed is coming to an end, and
it’s sad to see that go; I’ll miss this
close-knit community feeling.”
Salutatorian:
Sophia Pasternak
Parents: Cliff and Angie King
GPA-4.8881
Despite only going to school in
Weatherford ISD for the past seven
years, Sophia Pasternak has become
firmly rooted in Parker County’s rich
history and culture. With her high
GPA, Sophia
has excelled
in her
academics at
Weatherford
High School.
Her determi-
nation and
commitment
to her school
is what has
pushed her to be the best she can
be at everything she does. She is
the captain of the Weatherford Blue
Belles, the senior class president, the
vice president of the National Honor
Society, a member of the student
council, a member of the Outreach
Club, a member of the youth group at
Northside Baptist Church, a member
of the Service and Leadership team
for the youth group, and a volunteer
at Manna Storehouse.
Sophia plans to attend Southern
Methodist University this fall with a
major in biochemistry and a minor
in psychology on the pre-health
track. After completing her undergrad
work, Sophia plans to go to medical
school to become a specialized pedi-
atric doctor. Her life goal is to travel
abroad in order to improve health-
care in impoverished countries.
Of course until she ships off to
college this fall, she will treasure the
time she still has in Parker County.
When asked what her favorite thing
about Parker County, Sophia said
that, “Parker County is rich in tradi-
tions that build a sense of cohe-
siveness amongst its community
members. I love the familiarity that
fills the air and makes everyone feel
welcome.” While Sophia heads into
the bright future ahead of her she
says she “will always be proud to call
Parker County home.”
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“I’ve had teachers who
are clearly passionate
about their field and make a
real effort to teach
their students.”
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