Hays High senior Andrew Duke likes to dream big.
From producing a musical during the COVID-19 pandemic and earning his Eagle Scout, to being accepted into two of the most prestigious universities in the country and now being named to the Kansas All-State Academic Team, Duke shoots for the stars.
“I feel like I have kind of taken lead from a lot of different people,” Duke said humbly when asked about his achievements.
Since his freshman year, Duke has served as an example of leadership and academic prowess to his peers, getting a jump start on advanced high school courses when he was in middle school at just 12 years old.
Plans after graduation: Biochemistry at the University of Kansas
Ideal career: Psychiatrist
School comments: Ethan is a student who over the last 4 years has slowly matured from a smart, shy, and quiet student to a leader, and a person people look up to. He is a true testament to the core values of Andover High School in action.
Gabriella Calvert Herrera, of Arkansas City
School: Arkansas City High School
Parents/guardians: Mauricio Herrera and Michelle Calvert, both of Arkansas City
Plans after graduation: Biochemistry at Southwestern College
Ideal career: Biomedical researcher
Student comments: “Seeking to make my mark on the world, I have a detailed plan to become a groundbreaking biomedical researcher. My education and future career are priorities in my life and will help me achieve my goal of finding a cure for diabetes and its associated complications.”