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This Spring edition of Senior Link magazine is our eighth annual “Senior to Senior.” from
My kids were 1, 6, 7 and 9 eight years ago, and now I have my own senior in high
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In the pages that follow, you will get to read the words of seventeen high school
seniors, representing fifteen different high schools, and yes, proudly, one of those
kids is my own. As we compiled this edition and I navigated the complicated maze publisher
of my oldest graduating, I have a new appreciation for those seniors who have
committed to writing for us. College and scholarship applications, FAFSA forms,
challenging classes, and looming deadlines face each of them. Yet, they have
chosen to add one more important paper to an already
burgeoning schedule.
The students who have written are creative thinkers with big
hearts, good ideas, and bright futures. We hope they will
value the importance of this additional task. There is arguably
no greater skill than connecting with and appreciating the
contribution of others to your life. We are confident you will
enjoy their efforts.

Because so many of our young authors chose educators and
coaches to honor, we decided to make that profession the
highlight of this issue. Several other excellent teachers and
coaches came to our attention—some even legendary. I hope
that all educators who read these stories can share some of
the acclaim of those being honored. I am who I am, and we
are who we are because of their investment. If you are a
teacher or a coach of any subject to any age group, we hope
this issue encourages you to keep doing what you are doing.
It is making a difference.
Speaking of legendary, don’t miss the story about the 1968
Estacado High School Mighty Matadors who racked up a
perfect season and the last LISD state football championship.
This edition would not be possible without the support of ABC Bank. They
always help us provide each of our young writers with a small financial token of
appreciation. And with their help and the partnership of United Market Street and
the Lubbock Garden and Arts Center, we were able to bring this group together to
thank them and to honor those they wrote about. This year’s banquet was especially
memorable with multiple generations represented and the inspirational Dr. Sam
Ayers as keynote speaker.
Thank you again to my readers for your support and feedback. Hearing from you
is always encouraging. Thank you to our advertisers. We could not do this without
you. Readers, would you consider contacting one or more of our sponsors to thank
them? They are the ones who make this unique publication possible. And remind a teacher that
you recognize the investment they have made. Encourage a high school senior. (And on a personal
note, please pray for the parents of seniors as we send our kids out!)
Erin Agee

The Mission of Senior Link

Our mission is to tell the stories of local seniors, not only to honor them,
but also to inspire and challenge younger generations. We endeavor to link
seniors with the resources they need to ensure quality of life. We believe in
the strength of the chain, in linking with one another, and in linking all of
us to information which can enhance our lives. We recognize the value of
every season of life and the uniqueness of every story.
Senior Link’s mission rests in the power of connection.