The Hays County Local Health Department (HCLHD) today announced the winners of its essay competition. Graduating seniors from six area public high schools were eligible to submit an essay on the topic of their experience with and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Between January 1 and March 15, 2023, more than 50 essays were submitted. One student from each eligible high school in Hays County was chosen as the winner and awarded a Mac Book Air laptop. The list of winners is below. (Click image at right to enlarge)
At Hays County Commissioners Court, Matthew Gonzales, Program Manager, Health Equity and Community Engagement, congratulated the essay winners and presented them with their prizes.
“We are thrilled at the number of essays submitted for this contest,” he said. “And we are so happy to provide the six winners with their awards and wish them all the best in the future.”
After a review of each essay by the competition committee, the following students are recognized as the winners of the public health essay competition:
Emma Davenport, Wimberley High School
Robert Farrell, Johnson High School
Natalie Leal, San Marcos High School
Dorothy Pierre, Lehman High School
Ella Revill, Dripping Springs High School
Owen Tippett, Hays High School
For more information about health equity and community engagement, contact Matthew Gonzales by phone at 512-214-5918 or by email at Matthew.Gonzales@co.hays.tx.us.
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About the Hays County Local Health Department: The Hays County Local Health Department exists to protect, promote, maintain, and improve the health and quality of life for Hays County residents and visitors through a responsive, well-managed and organized effort. Our philosophy is to treat clients with dignity, concern and consideration. We aim to deliver excellent services through competent, committed employees who are courteous, informed and responsive to each client’s needs.