Southlake is full of high achievers. Both in its current leadership and the next generation, it’s clear there’s a certain responsibility that comes with telling the story of some of that potential. For the past six years, Southlake Style has spotlighted five rising seniors as they head back for their final year at Carroll Senior High School. This beloved feature, “Five Ones To Watch,” has already introduced the broader community to students who have gone on to act, play, dance and compete on professional levels, accomplishing everything from landing a role in a Broadway production to making training camp for the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. So we know there are big shoes to fill for the class of 2021’s selected students.
But our editorial team knows these five intelligent and well-spoken students are up to the challenge. After researching extracurriculars’ student leadership teams and speaking with CSHS principal Shawn Duhon, Southlake Style formed a shortlist of young men and women with big plans. Some are set out to change the world. Others are focused on nurturing younger generations. But they all have their eyes on the future, determined to have a lasting impact.
After sitting down with this group of seniors, eager to jump into the next step of their academic adventure, and meeting them during their socially distant photo shoot, we can proudly proclaim they not only are students worth watching but they represent their larger class, ready to go on and achieve greatness.
Maya Tewari — KDGN Executive Producer, Coverage Editor
Adriana Heffron — Carroll Theatre's International Thespian Troupe President
Rishik Bethi — Debate Team President, Speak Texas Founder