2021-2022 NBHS Students of the Month

Claire Myers has been an NBHS Unicorn all four years. She has played Varsity Girls Soccer for four years and earned Academic All District in Soccer; she is also a member of the Schertz Lions Fútbol Club. Claire is a member of Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) and is currently enrolled in the NBHS Phlebotomy Certification Course. She volunteers outside of school and has earned more than 100 Green Cord hours. She has been a Kids Leader at Epic Life Church for the past two years and is a member of the Epic Life Youth Group.  In addition, she works as a Trainer and Server at Old River City Cafe.  Claire’s  future plan is to become a Life Flight Nurse. She will begin her education at San Antonio Community College for her EMS Certification while earning an Associates degree, followed by earning her Paramedic’s License and then working for Travis County. She will then pursue a degree in nursing at Schreiner or Texas State to eventually become a Star Flight Shock and Trauma Air Rescue Life Flight Nurse. She is the daughter of Bryan and Brittany Myers.

Caleb Black is a senior in his fourth year at NBHS.  He has been a New Braunfels High School Band Section Leader for the past two years. Additionally, he has been involved with Future Farmers of America(FFA) the past four years.  Caleb has also been a member of the National Honor Society(NHS) as a junior and now as a senior. He is a member of the “Swingsters” swing dance club. Outside of school, Black is a member of Young Life youth group.  Caleb plans to attend Texas Tech University to major in Animal Science and eventually become a large animal veterinarian.  He is the son of Scott and Shannon Black.

Summer Henslee has attended NBHS for four years. She has also been a cheerleader for the last four years. She served as cheer captain her freshman year and currently as Varsity Social Officer. In addition, she has participated in competitive cheerleading winning a national title. Summer is a member of National Honor Society, in the top ten percent of her graduating class, and has been a member of Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) for the last four years. She has been involved with LEO club and the Family, Career & Community Leaders Association (FCCLA).  Outside of school, she is a member of the First United Methodist Church where she has taught Sunday school, been a vacation bible school leader and a youth camp leader.  She enjoys serving her community by volunteering at the food bank. Summer’s future plans are to attend A&M University or Baylor University where she will pursue a degree in health care as an occupational therapist. She is the daughter of Danny and Mistey Henslee.

Ryan Reed is a senior in his fourth year at NBHS.  He is the New Braunfels High School Drumline Captain for the Marching Band and a member of the NBHS Concert Band and Jazz Band.  Ryan has been awarded as an All-State Musician, as well. In addition to his musical pursuits, he is a member of the Math Club. Reed’s future plans include attending Texas A&M University to study Engineering.  He is the son of Clint and Jodi Reed.

Summer Skye Burnett has attended NBHS for 4 years. She has been a cheerleader for five years, participated in competitive cheer for four years and  is currently the 2021-22 Cheer Co-Captain. Burnett is a member of National Honor Society, Student Council, the Principal’s Student Advisory committee, Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) and the organizer of Senior Sunrise. Outside of school she works for Chick-fil-A and was a volunteer with Oakwood Baptist Church’s Children’s Ministry before the COVID pandemic began. Her future plans include running her own advice column/blog to help underclassmen navigate high school. Summer plans to attend a four-year university to pursue a degree in Business Administration while minoring in Psychology. Upon completion, she will attend graduate school to earn a masters in Family Therapy where she plans to help families navigate trauma and learn to reconnect. She is the daughter of Jovanka Burnett.

Joshua Porter  is a senior in his fourth year at NBHS.  He is the first cadet to earn the highest enlisted rank of Cadet Sergeant Major in the revised promotion system. Porter is a member of the NBHS Marine Corps JROTC Drill Team, Color Guard, Sword Arch Team, Shooting Team, and Physical fitness Team. He is also a member of the varsity wrestling team and the founder of the NBHS Living History Club. Outside of school, Joshua is involved in Medieval Reenactment (broad sword fighting) and Tang Soo Do Karate, where he earned his 1st-degree Black Belt and will be testing for his 2nd-degree in the Spring. He volunteers with his church by distributing food,  helping as a repair/handyman, and providing lawn maintenance. He volunteered with the Hurricane Harvey Response and fundraising for disaster response. Porter enlisted in the Marine Corps and will attend boot camp this coming summer. He intends to complete training and seek an overseas assignment in Asia while pursuing his goal of becoming a Marine Raider.  He also plans to take college courses through Hillsdale College. He is the son of Stephan and Juliana Porter.