Honoring Our Own
We're proud to celebrate the graduates of the Greater Family Unity family — their hard work, their achievements, and the bright futures ahead. Congratulations, grads!
This year's graduates, recognized at the Sunday acknowledgements.
Texas State University
Graduating from Texas State and applying to Physician Assistant school. Member of the Diamond Sweethearts and the Pre-PA Society, and a Dean's List honoree.
Child of KC Byrd & Tiffany Price Grandchild of Martha & Jimmy Ray Byrd
J. Frank Dobie High School
Graduating Magna Cum Laude and an Honor Roll student, heading to Prairie View A&M University on a full-ride scholarship to study business administration & management. Involved in DECA, the National Technical Honor Society, College Club, Unsolved Mysteries, and flag football. Plans to launch her own clothing business and become a serial entrepreneur and real estate broker.
Child of Jacqueline Brown Grandchild of Oria Brown
Ouachita High School
Graduating and enlisting in the U.S. Air Force. An ROTC standout — named 2026 Cadet of the Year and a Student of the Year Finalist.
Child of Patrick Hoston Grandchild of Patricia Chambers Hoston
Pearland High School
Heading to Schreiner University to study video game development and graphics design — a Merit Scholar recipient at both Abilene Christian and Schreiner University. Band, Football, Powerlifting, Track, and Spanish Club; Top-5 Regional Powerlifting Champion and THSPA qualifier (2024–2026), and A/B Honor Roll.
Child of Jaclyn Chambers Grandchild of Firk & Gail Chambers
Honoring graduates from recent years we want to celebrate too.
University of Oklahoma — B.S. Chemical Engineering
A Houston native who earned a B.S. in Chemical Engineering (Biotechnology emphasis) with a Psychology minor, now a Facilities Engineer at BPX Energy in Denver. A standout campus leader — President of OU's National Society of Black Engineers and National Pan-Hellenic Council chapters — she went on to serve as Central Regional Representative on the National Board of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., championing her "Take Up Space" initiative to empower others to lead with confidence.
Child of Tiphany & Chuck Burrell Grandchild of Firk & Gail Chambers
McNeese State University — B.S. Nursing
Earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and is now a Pediatric Registered Nurse. Active in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., SGA, the NPHC, and the NAACP. Next up: Pediatrics certification and a Master's in Nursing Education.
Child of Derrick & Quiyana Chambers Grandchild of Hattie Chambers
Glenda Dawson High School
Graduating from Glenda Dawson High School and heading to the University of Houston, with plans to become a child psychologist and entrepreneur. A member of the Track team.
Child of KC Byrd & Tiffany Price Grandchild of Martha & Jimmy Ray Byrd
Alfred M. Barbe High School
Heading to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette to major in Early Childhood Education while serving in the Army National Guard. Softball, Track & Field, Student Council, NHS, BETA, and Spirit Committee; named "Most Athletic" by the Marines.
Child of Derrick & Quiyana Chambers Grandchild of Hattie Chambers Ward
Glenda Dawson High School
Graduating from Glenda Dawson High School and heading to the University of Houston to pursue a degree in Business. Active in color guard, powerlifting, track & field, and the African American Culture Club.
Child of KC Byrd & Tiffany Price Grandchild of Martha & Jimmy Ray Byrd
Manvel High School
Graduating from Manvel High School and heading to the University of Houston and Alvin Community College, with plans to pursue real estate and business.
Child of Nikki & William Chambers, III Grandchild of Jennie & William “Bill” Chambers, Jr. & Jimmy Kelly