The Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women.

Danielle Marie Rhodes

Danielle was born on November 26, 1992 in Oklahoma City. She has been attending ASTEC for six years.

Danielle’s favorite subjects are English and Math. She plans to pursue a career in Math or in the medical field at the University of Oklahoma, resulting in becoming an accountant or a Physician’s Assistant.

Danielle’s interests are reading, creative writing, running, and softball. She currently volunteers at Macklinburg Community Center and someday would like to open a community center. Danielle is an active member of her church’s multi-cultural club.

Danielle considers herself caring, intelligent, determined, and adventurous. She would like to be remembered for her accomplishments.

Linh Thi Thuy Hoang

Linh was born on November 8, 1991 in Vietnam to Minh Hoang and Xi Le. She has attended ASTEC for four years.

Linh’s favorite subject is Art, however she wants to pursue a career in the medical field. She eventually wants to start a charity medical clinic in Vietnam. Linh plans to attend the University of Oklahoma.

Linh is Senior Class President, Robotics Club President, President of Student Council, and volunteers for Strengthening Families. She is a member of Oklahoma Heritage Association Teen Board, Oklahoma Regional Food Bank, and Oklahoma City Youth Council. She also works part time at Old Navy.

Linh’s honors and awards include Superintendent’s Honor Roll, Principal’s Honor Roll, The Oklahoma Centennial Commission Poster Contest: Top Scholarship, Certificate of Achievement in the Geography Action, 1st Prize with Distinction in the Vietnamese Oral Contest, Junior Class Student of the Year and the Foundation for Oklahoma City Public Schools Recipient STARS (Scholarship for Talented and Remarkable Students) Scholarship.

Halima was born September 1, 1993 in Oklahoma City to Connie Benhmida. Halima has attended ASTEC for five years.

Halima’s favorite subject is science and wants to pursue a career in general medicine and accounting. Her ultimate goal is to become a doctor and open her own free clinic. She also enjoys dance and music.

Halima is a member of the cheerleading team and enjoys dance and music. Halima has been on the Superintendent and Principal’s honor roll while attending ASTEC Charter High School. She placed third in the Oklahoma Christian University High School Competition for Mathematics.

When asked, “How do you want to be remembered?” she replied, “I want to make a positive impact on as many peoples’ lives as much as I can.”

Susanna Martinez

Susanna Martinez was born July 21, 1993 in Oklahoma City to Ernesto and Angelica Martinez. She has been attending ASTEC for six years.

The subject most interesting to Susanna is English. Susanna plans to attend college and major in accounting or a foreign language, as her long-term goals are to be an accountant or a language translator.

Susanna’s interests include drawing, singing, dancing and volunteering. Her hobbies include crocheting, reading, making jewelry and listening to music. Susana is a part of ASTEC’s Yearbook staff and the youth group at her church. Honors and awards Susanna has received are academic achievements and outstanding student recognitions in Mathematics, English and Spanish.

Susanna describes herself as responsible, trustworthy and kind. When asked, “How do you want to be remembered?” she replied, “I want to be remembered as a girl who tried her hardest to succeed in life and to be able to make a difference in someone else’s life.

Olga Gonzales

Olga Gonzalez was born August 17, 1993 in Oklahoma City to Roy and Olga Aguilar. She started attending ASTEC when she was in the sixth grade.

The subject most interesting to Olga is U.S. History. Olga plans to attend college to become a registered nurse.

Olga’s interests include reading and volunteering. Her hobbies include spending time with her family and friends, dancing and listening to music. Olga is a member of Student Council and is a Junior Class Officer.

Olga describes herself as outgoing, energetic, responsible and punctual. Her goals are to finish college and empowering other women in society.

Honors and awards Olga has received are Principal’s Honor Roll, Duke University Talent Search Scholar, Seventh Grade Talent Search Scholar and Academic Decathlon.

When asked, “How do you want to be remembered?” She replied, “ As someone who never settled for less and never gave up on her hopes and dreams.”

Caitlin Smith

Caitlin Smith was born December 8, 1992 in Oklahoma City, to Jeff and Mari Smith. She has been attending ASTEC for five and a half years.

Catlin’s favorite subject is art. She plans to major in interior design at Oklahoma State University and someday become an interior designer. Caitlin’s other interests include art and music. She likes to draw, paint and listen to music.

Caitlin is a part of ASTEC’s Yearbook Staff and was chosen as its Business Manager. She was a finalist for acceptance into Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics, and on her first attempt, she scored a 27 on her ACT.

When asked, “How do you want to be remembered?” she replied, “I want to be remembered as hard working and that I made a difference in other people’s lives. I would also like to be remembered as a creative interior designer.”

Noria, Collins

Noria Collins was born September 12, 1992 in Oklahoma City, to Maria Collins Thomas. She has attended ASTEC for two years.

Noria’s favorite subjects are English and History. Noria is going to major in Business and Marketing and someday own her own business.

Noria enjoys traveling and learning about other cultures. She is involved in cheerleading, stomp team and belongs to a social business club.

Honors and awards Noria received are All-American Universal Cheer Camp Award and first place in her cheerleading division championship competition.

When asked, “How do you want to be remembered?” she replied, “I want to be remembered as a strong woman who always did what she believed in and someone who tried her best to help anyone who needed help.”