Class of 2026
Friendly web address
yates.houstonisd.org/family/2026
Senior Class Sponsor: Charles Walton
Senior Class Principal: April LaSalle
Follow the Official Class of 2026 Instagram (AFTER SCHOOL HOURS!) @jackyatesco26
| Title | Name |
Role & Responsibilities |
|---|---|---|
| President | Tequerria Steptore | Leads class meetings, coordinates activities, and serves as the class's representative to the school administration and student council. |
| Vice President | Naima Anderson | Assists the president, takes on duties when the president is absent, and may also be responsible for specific areas like fundraising or social events |
| Recording Secretary | Aiden Hudgen Mohammed |
Maintains records, takes meeting minutes, keeps track of class events and calendars. |
| Treasurer | Dakota Sweezer |
Manages class finances, including budgeting, fundraising, and keeping track of expenses. |
| Corresponding Secretary | Rico Taylor |
Manages communication within the class. |
| Historian | Lamar Smith |
Is responsible for documenting and preserving the history of that organization or unit. This role typically involves collecting, organizing, and archiving historical materials, as well as sharing that history with others. |
| Public Relations | Lucia Rivera Rodriguez | Responsible for managing communication and building a positive image for the class. They promote the group's activities. Essentially, they act as the face of the class or club, ensuring a positive public perception and fostering engagement. |
| Webmaster | Zorah Smith | They ensure the website is kept current with information about class activities, announcements, and other relevant details. |
| Social Media | Joshua Wallace |
Drafts press releases, periodic reports, and constant social media posts to improve class officer accessibility and transparency. |
Save the Dates
- 10/6 Class of 2026 Parent/Senior student meeting
- 10/10 Senior Sunrise
- 10/28 FAFSA NIGHT
- 11/1 Football Senior Night
- 11/22 Parking Lot Fundraiser
- 2/4 District SIGNING DAY
- 2/20 TIGER DAY
- 3/6 Panoramic Photo day
- 5/1 Decision Day
- 5/8 HCC Graduation / College visit (if approved) / Six Flags (if approved)
- 5/4-15 AP Exams
- 5/14-20 Senior Finals begin
- 5/21 Last Day Seniors Follow Normal Schedule / Faculty vs. Student Game
- 5/22 - Senior Checkout
- 5/23 Prom
- 5/26 Mental Health / Social -Emotional Health / Adulting - DAY
- 5/27 Bowling and Billiards
- 5/28 Senior Picnic
- 5/29 Field Day / Senior Sunset / Lock In (Tentative)
- 6/1 Arcade Games
- 6/2 All White Affair @ Color Factory then Park
- 6/3 Graduation Practice and Senior Breakfast
- 6/4 Graduation Run Through / Final Senior Walk / Final Breakdown
- 6/7 GRADUATION DAY! 12pm at Delmar (SUNDAY)
Senior Final Exam Schedule
|
Date |
Agenda |
|
Info |
|
May 14 |
Senior Finals |
|
B1 and B4 |
|
May 15 |
Senior Finals |
|
A1 and B4 |
|
May 18 |
Senior Finals |
|
A2 and A5 |
|
May 19 |
Senior Finals |
|
B2 and B5 |
|
May 20 |
Senior Finals |
|
A3/B3 |
May 21 - make ups - last day seniors follow normal schedule
FINAL EXAM EXEMPTIONS
To incentivize the daily attendance rate, eligible students may be allowed spring final exam exemptions. Eligible students are those with no more than three (3) absences in any one course for the duration of the semester. In addition, eligible students must have an 85 or higher semester average in the specific course(s) where the final exam exemption is applied.
Senior Week Activities
- Thursday 5/21 Last Day Seniors Follow Normal Schedule / Faculty vs. Student Game
- Friday 5/22 - Senior Checkout
- Tuesday 5/26 Mental Health / Social -Emotional Health / Adulting - DAY
- Wednesday 5/27 Bowling and Billiards
- Thursday 5/28 Senior Picnic
- Friday 5/29 Field Day 8:30-12:30 / Lock In (Tentative) 10:00pm-5:00am
- Monday 6/1 Arcade Games
- Tuesday 6/2 All White Affair @ Color Factory then Park
- Wednesday 6/3 Graduation Practice and Senior Breakfast
- Thursday 6/4 Graduation Run Through / Final Senior Walk / Final Breakdown
Students must meet the 90% rule for attendance and be certified to graduate from high school with all final grades submitted. Students on an IGC are not eligible to participate in end-of-year senior activities (i.e., graduation practice, senior awards, senior walks, etc. )
End-of-year senior trips that will NOT be approved include:
- Overnight stays
- Out-of-district trips
- Three consecutive trips in a week
CURRENT Senior Surveys
Vote for who you think is the "Best" or "Who is Most Likely To" from our 2026 Senior Class!!! It is highly recommended you VOTE FOR ONE PERSON in each field where there is one individual winner. If you add more than one name, it will dilute the significance of your vote (one vote split multiple ways)
Senior Superlatives Nomination – Fill out form
Jack Yates High School is excited to celebrate our seniors on Decision Day, May 1st! This special event recognizes and honors the postsecondary plans of the Class of 2026 as they take the next step toward their futures.
Students will have the opportunity to proudly represent the colleges, universities, military branches, or career paths they have chosen. Tables will be set up to represent the various colleges our seniors will be attending, creating a fun and festive atmosphere for all.
Parents are welcome to participate by setting up a table to celebrate their students’ next chapter if they would like to do so. Please reach out to Mrs. Hicks-Moore or Ms. Thompson-Foley if you would like to participate by Monday, April 20, 2026.
We look forward to celebrating this exciting milestone with our seniors and their families!
Senior Dues $180 due 10/31 - NOW PAST DUE
Includes
- Diploma & Diploma Cover
- Graduation Cords
- Graduation Day Photos (Four 4x6)
- Official JY Senior Class Shirt
- Senior Breakfast
- Panoramic Picture
- Prom Ticket (PORTION)
- Seniors will pay $50 for prom ticket
- A portion of senior dues will ensure we pay a deposit to SECURE venue, caterer, etc. this Fall