Meet Sarah Argo

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By Joan Frances –

Kempner High School in Fort Bend Independent School District is “committed to the belief that education makes a difference and that each student is unique and capable of learning and to provide opportunities for everyone to succeed.” One senior who has achieved success and has met her goal in academics, sports and extracurricular activities is Sarah Argo.

Sarah has taken core Advanced Placement classes every year of her high school career. She was bestowed the Academic Excellence Award as a freshman and sophomore. In addition, Sarah is a leader in student council and served as president her freshman year. She was also president of the Criminal Justice Club the past three years. This year, Sarah is the student body secretary and a member of the English and Science Honor Society.

When asked what personal rewards she gains from her leadership skills, Sarah replied, “Being a leader, not only in the sports I play but to the student body, is fulfilling to me, because it makes me feel as if I have made a difference in not only one person’s life but many. I aspire to be a person someone can look to in a time of need, and being a good leader helps me achieve that. Being a leader may not be hard, but being a good leader is difficult.”

In addition to her academic achievements, Sarah has excelled in sports. She has played outside hitter in volleyball all four years and is a volleyball coach. She has also been a devoted swimmer throughout high school and was awarded Academic All District Athlete. This year, Sarah qualified for finals and regionals with her high school swim team.

Sarah’s favorite teacher is Jerome Muniz. “He is not only my Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) teacher but also my swim coach for school and summer league,” said Sarah. “Mr. Muniz always has faith in me and encourages me to do my best no matter the circumstances. He has been by my side through all of the good and bad times I have had these past three years, and as my senior year comes closer to an end, I know I will miss him more than anyone.”

Even with a busy schedule at school, Sarah stays active in her community by tutoring 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade students two days a week for three hours a day. One value she lives by is support. “Like everybody else, I have my doubts, and without the support of my friends and family I would not be the person I am today, nor would I have accomplished so much. I have learned that a little support, even from the least expected person, can help you achieve greatness and that giving support to another could change that person’s outlook on an entire subject. I have been supported by my friends and family throughout most of my life, and I will be forever thankful for each and every one of them.”

Sarah’s high school career has been very fulfilling for her. “One thing I will treasure the most about my high school experience is all of the people I was able to meet. I have made so many friendships coming into high school. You never truly know who you will meet, but they turn out to be some of the best friends who stay with you your entire life.”

Sarah is in the process of evaluating colleges to attend. She plans to major in either Mechanical or Petroleum Engineering. Congratulations Sarah on your accomplishments and rewards, and good luck as you continue your journey.