La Porte ISD on May 18 held its first-ever Career and Technical Education Signing Day, celebrating students who have committed to pursuing post-secondary education and training pathways leading to careers in CTE-related fields. 

Modeled after National Signing Day for student-athletes, the event recognized students across multiple career pathways who are continuing their education at colleges, universities, technical institutes, or entering the workforce in fields aligned with their programs of study. The celebration highlighted the district’s commitment to preparing students for college, career, and military readiness through hands-on learning and industry-focused programs. 

District leaders, staff, and families gathered to honor students’ achievements and future plans, marking a milestone event for La Porte ISD and its Career and Technical Education program. 

La Porte ISD plans to continue expanding opportunities that connect students with real-world skills and meaningful post-secondary pathways. 

Military
Jacob Cottrell 
Jacob will join the U.S. Army to begin his military career in Light Infantry and Airborne. 

Agriculture, Food, and Natural Science Program 
Jorga Beall 
Jorga will attend Blinn College to pursue a career in Agricultural Policy with a minor in Political Science. 

Becca Branch 
Becca will attend Blinn College to pursue a career in Agribusiness and Management. 

Jake Hayman 
Jake will attend Blinn College to pursue a career in Agricultural Science. 

Business, Marketing, and Finance Program 
Victoria Jimenez Fernandez 
Victoria will attend San Jacinto College to pursue a career in Accounting. 

Education and Training Program 
Karina Carrizales 
Karina will attend San Jacinto College to pursue a career in Elementary Education. 

Arais Rios 
Arais will attend San Jacinto College to pursue a career in Secondary Education. 

Noelia Sarabia 
Noelia will be employed at Ms. Litha’s Child Care Center. 

Arianna Holt 
Arianna will attend San Jacinto College to pursue a career in Education. 

Victoria Trevino 
Victoria will attend San Jacinto College to pursue a career in Education. 

Health Science Program
Sofia Greiger 
Sofia will attend San Jacinto College to pursue a degree in Nursing. She also works as a Medical Assistant at Bayshore Chiropractic and Wellness. 

Madison Hanson 
Madison will attend Texas State University to pursue a degree in Human Development and Family Science. 

Victoria Monteagudo 
Victoria will attend the University of Texas Permian Basin to pursue a degree in Social Work. 

Alessandra Nevarez 
Alessandra will attend San Jacinto College to pursue a degree in Nursing. 

Aaliyah Ramirez 
Aaliyah will attend San Jacinto College to pursue a degree in Nursing. 

Kareena Runwal 
Kareena will attend Manhattan University to pursue a degree in Radiation Therapy. 

Evann Thompson 
Evann will attend Harding University to pursue a degree in Pre-Pharmacy. 

Hospitality and Tourism (Culinary) Program 
Heavenly Fobbs 
Heavenly will attend San Jacinto College to pursue a degree in Culinary Arts. 

Transportation Program 
Reagan Murray 
Reagan will attend Wyoming Technical Institute to pursue a degree in Automotive and Business Management.