Honoring Ximena Lopez of La Joya High School for her achievements as a writer, student, athlete, and community servant.

Ximena Lopez, a junior at La Joya High School, is recognized for her talents as a writer, student, and athlete, and for her community service. She became Peñitas's youngest and first female author with her children's book, Pebbles' World: Spreading Love & Kindness, with proceeds benefiting the City of Peñitas Historical Committee. Lopez excels academically, is a member of the National Honor Society, and has been named Rookie of the Year and Jewelette of the Year. She was also a regional qualifier in the girls' 100-yard backstroke event as a freshman.

Honoring Ximena Lopez of La Joya High School for her achievements as a writer, student, athlete, and community servant.

Ximena Lopez, a junior at La Joya High School, is recognized for her talents as a writer, student, and athlete, and for her community service. She became Peñitas's youngest and first female author with her children's book, Pebbles' World: Spreading Love & Kindness, with proceeds benefiting the City of Peñitas Historical Committee. Lopez excels academically, is a member of the National Honor Society, and has been named Rookie of the Year and Jewelette of the Year. She was also a regional qualifier in the girls' 100-yard backstroke event as a freshman.