Two Tate Graduates To Be Featured On Times Square Billboard

June 6, 2016

On Wednesday, The Get Schooled Foundation and partner Taco Bell Foundation will honor 300 students, including two from Tate High School.

Their pictures and stories will be featured on a six story digital yearbook in the heart of Times Square. Each of the applicants were asked to detail their life passion and how they used education to further their passions and dreams this school year.

Two J.M. Tate High School Class of 2016 graduates being honored are Devon Ledbetter and Miranda Nock. Their featured stories are as follows:

  • “My dream career is being an editor for a publishing company. I have had a passion for reading and writing from a very young age, and I have had the opportunity to explore my interests through being the Editor-in-Chief of my school’s yearbook for two consecutive years now. This position has allowed me to grow and learn so much before I even start college, and has secured my sense of belonging in this career path. There is nothing I desire to pursue more, and I cannot wait to study at FSU!” — Devon Ledbetter
  • “I’ve always know I wanted to work with animals since I can remember. I joined the vet academy at my high school helping me gain knowledge of the career and to confirm further my passion to work with animals. For a year now I have been working in a vet clinic being very hands on. I get to give shots, take care of animals, and even assist in surgeries! I even achieved getting my Florida State Veterinarian Assistant certification taking me a step closer to becoming a veterinarian! ” — Miranda Nock

Each of the honorees will also receive a $1,000 scholarship.

Comments

6 Responses to “Two Tate Graduates To Be Featured On Times Square Billboard”

  1. Uncle ted n aunt chele on June 8th, 2016 8:44 pm

    Devon we are so proud of you. Keep your faith in the Lord and your nose in the books. I pray God will take you where you need to be. We love you.

  2. Gail Atkins on June 8th, 2016 4:51 pm

    Devon Ledbetter was a stand-out student in my 9th grade English Honors class. As a sophomore, she joined the yearbook team. Devon always went above and beyond as a writer on the yearbook staff. Her promotion to Editor-in-Chief was a seamless transition due to her writing, editing, dedication, and leadership skills. I am not surprised at Devon’s success nor Miranda Nock’s. These two young ladies exemplify the standard at Tate High School.

  3. Devin on June 7th, 2016 6:23 pm

    I had the pleasure of meeting Devon at her place of employment. Always such a friendly person to interact with. Over the past year she has become my favorite every time I go in. She is such an amazing young lady who will go on to do amazing things! The Hand family is so proud of you Devon! Congrats to both of you!

  4. Cheryl Graham on June 6th, 2016 2:59 pm

    Both of you are examples of what can be achieved when you have a passion for your vocation. Devon, I pray you will follow your dream to go to FSU and become an Editor. Miranda, I’m so glad you’ve chosen the veterinarian career as I’m an animal lover and owner. God bless both of you as you pursue your dreams!! Cheryl :)

  5. Stephanie Morris on June 6th, 2016 1:05 pm

    Congratulations Devon!!! I am so happy for you. It seems like yesterday that you were a little girl coming over to get cookies from NaNa. She would be so proud of the woman you have become.

  6. Brenda Ledbetter on June 6th, 2016 9:37 am

    I have always known you would succeed in what you put your hands to. That has been my prayer for you all your life. I couldn’t be prouder of you and thank God for the plans He has for you, for a good, wonderful future. Glory to God.
    Love you much,
    Grandma B

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