July 31, 2017 — 2017 SHHS Graduate Sam Katz received the Doris L. Kays Scholarship at the 64th annual National Junior Classical League Convention in Troy, Alabama. The $1500 scholarship is endowed by both the San Antonio Classical Society and the Texas State Junior Classical League and honors Mrs. Doris L. Kays who passed away in 2007. Before her passing, Mrs. Kays served for many years as one of the State Chairs for TSJCL and was responsible for bringing Certamen to the state of Texas when she hosted the 1st Certamen tournament in the state of Texas at MacArthur High School in San Antonio. This scholarship honors Mrs. Kays' dedication to Classics, her students, and the education profession.