In an effort to reveal the hidden talents, personalities, and accomplishments of Lakehill's most experienced students, the National Junior Honor Society presents:

NJHS Spotlight on Seniors!

This week's senior: Sam LaJone

When searching for a middle and high school that best fit her needs, Samantha LaJone was drawn to the smaller size and friendly environment that Lakehill offered. She feels she has gotten to know her classmates on a more personal level than she would have at a larger high school.

Sam enjoys studying psychology, sociology, and two-dimensional art. Her passion for art was ignited in her AP art courses, taught by Scott Boles. Boles has noticed Sam's unique style in her artwork, which has developed significantly during her years at Lakehill. He describes her style as "realistic yet abstract" and describes one of her more outstanding pieces, an acrylic painting of a cat that lives in her barn in Celina, Texas.

Sam's best memory of her high school years at Lakehill is being a member of the 2013 Varsity Volleyball team. She loves how the relationship of the team produced strong communication across all four grade levels. 

Sam says that her five years at Lakehill have helped her tremendously, by pushing her harder to excel as a student and helping her achieve more academically. This positive experience inspires her advice for Lakehill students, which is to be respectful of your teachers and to absorb what they pass on to you.