Meet Our Students!

The reason this field trip is so important is because it will directly relate to all student participants. Many of our students come from low-income, minority backgrounds and have never set foot outside of Huntsville, let alone, the Southern United States. They have grown up in poverty-stricken neighborhoods and are on free or reduced lunch plans. The possibility of attending college is unfortunately a matter of "if" rather than a matter of "when." Unlike their peers who live in wealthier parts of town and have a much wider breadth of resources and opportunities at their disposal, my students attend a recognized "failing" school that is in the news too often for its problems rather than its accomplishments. On this field trip, my students will serve as ambassadors between Washington and their communities and spark new dialogues about why education inequality needs to be addressed and how they think it can be done. 



Meet Our Students! 

Cecilia, Junior

My name is Cecilia. I am 16 years old and a Junior in high school. I am originally from Michoacan, Mexico where I spent seven years of my life until my parents decided to move to Huntsville, Alabama and pursue a better life. I am currently enrolled at S.R. Butler High School as a future graduate of 2015. I plan to graduate high school with a high GPA, and not only get good grades but also participate in projects that will let everyone know that my school has determined students. After I complete high school, my major priority is going to focus mainly on cosmetology school and obtaining my associates degree to later oo have my own salon.

Darrell, Senior

Hello, my name is Darrell and I am a senior at S.R. Butler High School. I participate in several sports such as: Football, Soccer, Track, Cross-Country, and Baseball. I am the Captain and the Quarterback of the varsity football team. I am super excited on going on the D.C. trip. I hope to attend the University of Tennessee to major in Criminology and start my own business.

Dwight, Senior

My name is Dwight and I am in the 12 grade at S.R. Butler High School. I have a good personality and am a person who will be there to help out. I plan to attend Calhoun Community College and major in business management and one day, start my own business. Within that time frame, I am going to be getting ready to become a police officer and one day, become the chief of police. I am very excited to be going to D.C. This will be my second time going to D.C. but this will be the first time I learn something new and share my findings to others. It will be outstanding.

David, Senior

My name is David. I am a senior at S.R. Butler High School. I participate in academic team, theatre, student government and S.O.L.E. I will be attending Tuskegee University starting in the Fall of 2014. I plan to become a hematologist. I believe that S.R. Butler is the best school in Huntsville.

Elizabeth, Junior

Elizabeth is currently enrolled in S.R. Butler High School. She is a junior set to graduate in the year 2015. She is currently in advanced placement classes in order receive the fullest education possible. She is also the 1^st Co-Captain in command of the S.R. Butler High School Cheerleading Team.  She is furthermore involved in the production of the school play The Outsiders as well as a veteran in the Butler High S.O.L.E Program.  She has outstanding leadership qualities along with superb organizational and communication skills. She is very well rounded both academically and socially.  She hopes to attend a community college her first two years after graduation and to someday achieve her major in business management along with a minor in law. 

                                                                                            Lena, Senior

My name is Lena. I am a Senior at Butler High School. I am Student Body President and secretary of our Ambassadors club. I was born in Alabama, but spent most of my life in Mississippi. I have two sisters, and I hope to one day make a name for myself in the world of politics. I love public speaking and cats, but mostly cats. I'm really excited about this trip to Washington with my fellow SOLE members! 

Marisol, Senior

My name is Marisol. I am 18 years old and currently a senior at S.R Butler High School. I am a very positive person and enjoy learning new stuff. After I graduate, I am interested in attending a two year college, preferably Calhoun and then transfer to the University of Alabama in Huntsville and major in a career of nursing.

Porsha, Senior

My name is Porsha; I am a senior and community service chair at S.R. Butler high school. I have a 3.0 GPA and am currently taking 3 A.P. classes. I like to draw, sing, write, read, and act. I plan on majoring in psychology and art. With that I hope to pursue a career in helping people through art therapy. 

Sakai, Senior

Greetings, my name Is Sakai. I am a senior and the Student Body Vice President of my school (S.R. Butler High-School). I have a 3.0 GPA and currently taking on 4 A.P. classes that I plan to pass the A.P. exams for come May. I love to research random events in the world, as well as random topics I find interesting. I like draw, sing, write stories, act (theatre), listen to music, read, and make games. I’m very philosophical in thought and enjoy a good debate. I would like to pursue a career in the field of psychology and someday fulfill my dream of becoming an entrepreneur and starting my own business. My dream places to visit are Tokyo Japan, and Paris! My dream events to attend are Universal gaming E3 expo, Academy Awards, and movie premiers!