Clarendon High School has announced Elliot Frausto and Kenidee Hayes are the top students for the Class of 2026.
The two outstanding young ladies will be recognized during graduation ceremonies on Kenny King Field at Bronco Stadium this Friday, May 22, at 7 p.m.
Elliot Belle Frausto is the valedictorian with GPA of 6.25833 and is the daughter of Brandon and Jill Frausto. She distinguished herself as an exceptional student, leader, and athlete throughout high school. She graduated at the top of her class while earning an Associate’s Degree from Clarendon College. Frausto served as Senior Class Vice President, National Honor Society Vice President, and FCCLA Vice President. She was a multi-sport athlete and competed in cheer, cross country, powerlifting, softball, and track.
Frausto also served as cheer co-captain and helped lead the team to a top ten finish at UIL Spirit Competition. She placed fifth at the THSWPA State Powerlifting Meet. She was a member of the softball team that played in the state semifinals, earning All-District honors. She was accepted to numerous colleges and received multiple offers to compete in collegiate athletics.
Frausto has signed with Angelo State University in San Angelo to continue her cheerleading career. She will pursue a kinesiology degree and plans on becoming a physical therapist.
Kenidee Jade Hayes is the daughter of Brenna Buker and Victor Hayes and is the salutatorian with a GPA of 6.20833. She played varsity basketball for the Lady Broncos for four years. Her freshman year she was awarded with Newcomer of the Year, sophomore year earned 1st Team All District, and junior and senior year received defensive MVP.
Hayes was awarded Lady Bronco Player of the Year her sophomore and junior year along with getting All Region recognition. She was the captain of the Lady Bronco Basketball team her senior season. She also ran cross country and track her freshman, sophomore, and junior year of high school. She was an involved member of National Honor Society, Gifted and Talented, and UIL Academics. She will also graduate from high school with her Associate’s Degree from Clarendon College. She plans on attending Texas Tech University and majoring in elementary education.
For more information about Clarendon and Hedley graduates, see the special graduation magazine edition included in this week’s Clarendon Enterprise.
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