Alexa Talavera

What activities or sports have you been involved in during high school?

Volleyball, basketball, softball and student council.

What has been your favorite part of your high school experience?

My favorite part of my high school experience has to be growing up with my classmates during the years.

What people have been the biggest positive influences in your life? (Parents, teachers, coaches, friends). How have they made an impact on your life?

My coaches for every sport during my high school have to be my biggest influences in my life because they all taught me how to be a good person on and off the court.

Who was your favorite teacher at Jal High, and why?

My favorite teacher in high school has to be Mrs. Mata because she would always be there for us even when it didn’t have to come to school related stuff. She was just always there for us.

What is your plan for life after high school? College? Trade school? Career?

My plan after high school it to attend college in Midland college.

What are your parents’ names?

Sonia Castillo and Jesus Talavera

As a senior, what would your advice be to younger students in Jal Schools?

Enjoy every moment; it really does go by fast.