Jessa Smith

Senior Jessa Smith has been a dedicated member of the Flour Bluff Science National Honor Society since her freshman year. Now serving as president, she’s continuing her long-standing commitment to science and leadership on campus.

“I’m a big fan of science in general,” Smith said. “I’m in health science right now, but I’ve always been really interested in natural sciences and Earth sciences. I thought it would be a good opportunity to learn and get more experience within my community and with science organizations.”

Over the years, Smith has held multiple roles in the organization, including treasurer her junior year and now president during her senior year. As president, she helps lead meetings, assist with events, and support the society's sponsor.

“My main job is to lead meetings, just be there whenever we’re doing events, and help out with the garden,” she said. “But it’s mainly to keep order and help out the sponsor with their jobs.”

This year, Smith is especially proud to be part of a new chapter in the organization’s history. The club is helping build a new outdoor classroom and native plant garden on campus, thanks to a grant secured by their advisor, Miss Huckabee.

“That will be my biggest accomplishment. Helping out with that and being president while it’s happening,” Smith said.

The space will provide opportunities for classes to engage with nature and for students to take a moment to enjoy the campus.

“It’s going to be used for some of the science classes that use the gardens, and then there will also be a native garden out there,” Smith said. “It’ll be used for teaching but also just to go out there because it’s pretty.”

While Smith has gained leadership skills through her officer roles, her favorite part of being in Science Honor Society is hands-on service and connection.

“My favorite thing is definitely being able to help out in the garden and within my community with science,” she said. “I’ve learned a lot and met a lot of people that will hopefully help out my future.”