Congratulations to the class of 2022! We are so proud of our high school graduates, and we celebrate this milestone they have accomplished. Graduation marks a transition into adulthood, and as these graduates enter this next chapter of their lives, BGC is excited to continue to support them as members of our College & Career program.
Adrian
Adrian came to BGC in 2017. He was new to Waller ISD, but he made friends by joining the wrestling team his junior year and choir his senior year. He enjoyed both activities, especially the choir trips. Adrian was feeling a little nervous about graduation, but he is looking forward to attending Texas State University, where he will be studying business with a minor in interior design.
Favorite BGC memory: Playing sardines in Cottage 8 when the lights went out due to Hurricane Harvey in 2017
Favorite scripture: “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.” Ephesians 4:2
Anilay
Anilay has been a part of our BGC family for six years. He enjoyed high school and was looking forward to graduation. In high school, Anilay played soccer, football and ran track. His hobbies include music, movies and sleeping. After graduation, Anilay will be attending Lone Star College to study business and marketing.
Favorite BGC memory: Playing with the other boys and going to the home of his “auntie” (his teaching parent’s sister)
Favorite scripture: “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.” 1 Timothy 4:12
Jayden
Jayden came to BGC in 2017. He enjoyed his high school experience and will miss his friends. During high school, Jayden played basketball and participated in teen court. He also worked at Urban Air, Kroger and Resale With a Purpose. Jayden enjoys playing basketball, watching movies and eating—his favorite food is Takis. Jayden plans to work in welding and looks forward to traveling.
Favorite BGC memory: Preparing for the cottage light decorating contest at Christmas
Favorite scripture: “Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” Jeremiah 33:3
Michelle
Michelle has lived at BGC for five years. Throughout high school, Michelle ran cross country and track, participated in a cosmetology certification program and volunteered at Turlington Elementary School. In her spare time, she enjoys running and painting. Michelle is going to attend Lone Star College for two years to obtain her basic credits, and she then plans on transferring to complete a degree in mortuary science.
Favorite BGC Memory: Spring Festival
Favorite Scripture: “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.” 1 Timothy 4:12
Regina
Regina has been a part of the BGC family for more than ten years. Regina enjoys playing sports and participated in volleyball, track and basketball in high school. She described her high school years as “bumpy,” but she really enjoyed her senior year. She was super excited about graduation but will miss her two best friends. Regina will attend Georgia State University.
Favorite BGC memory: Spring Festival
Favorite scripture: “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” Matthew 7:7