September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (CCAM) around the world. Our goal is to raise awareness in our community while supporting the students and families of GISD who are affected by this life-altering diagnosis.
ONE TOWN.
ONE DISTRICT.
ONE CAUSE.
GOLD
GISD Heroes
Seventh grade, Benold Middle School
In 2013, Riley was diagnosed with neuroblastoma 4S at the age of six weeks old. He completed treatment at Cook Children's Hospital in Ft. Worth, and has shown no evidence of disease (NED) for ten years. Riley loves drawing, playing games, and hanging out with his dog Jasper.
Pickett Elementary
Marissa was a third grader at Pickett Elementary when she was diagnosed with kidney renal carcinoma in 2013 at the age of nine. She loved softball and cheerleading. Marissa gained her angel wings on January 28, 2015.
Third grade, Ford Elementary
Elliott was diagnosed with Stage IV Wilms Tumor in 2020 at the age of three. She is currently eight years old and has no evidence of disease (NED). She loves soccer, and spends all of her free time practicing. She is looking forward to her first season with GSA Academy and is extremely excited to play at this next level.
Eighth grade, Benold Middle School
Ellie was diagnosed with JGCT, an extremely rare form of ovarian cancer, in 2019 at the age of seven. She has had no evidence of disease (NED) since October 2019. Ellie is on the Cheer Team, in both Varsity and Mixed Choir, and she enjoys spending time with friends and family. She also loves to be creative and all things pink!
2025 Georgetown High School Graduate
Adeline was diagnosed with a rare form of t-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia in 2020 at the age of 13. Adeline achieved remission in the fall of 2020, and finished her treatment in December 2023. Adeline graduated from GHS in 2025 and is attending Kansas State University where she is studying public health and political science.
Third grade, San Gabriel Elementary
Scout was diagnosed with glioblastoma in 2018. She has had no evidence of disease (NED) for six years and was declared cancer free last summer! Scout loves school, swimming, going to church, cheer, and crafting!
Georgetown High School
Madelyn was a sophomore at Georgetown High School when she was diagnosed in 2017 with pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma (PXA) grade 3/4. Madelyn was an athletic trainer at GHS. She was an excellent student and member of the National Honor Society with aspirations of becoming a physical therapist. She loved animals from an early age, and volunteered at the Williamson County Animal Shelter. Madelyn gained her angel wings on January 20, 2018.
Third grade, Ford Elementary
Brix has been battling acute myeloid leukemia (a type of blood cancer) since 2022. He was in remission for almost a year, and then relapsed in February of 2024. He is currently in remission again after receiving a bone marrow transplant in April, with hopes that he will be cancer free and cured forever. He has spent most of his school aged days inside a hospital room or a clinic battling cancer. He keeps a positive attitude and chooses to never give up. He loves all sports, but his favorite is football and the Cincinnati Bengals. He enjoys playing flag football, making people laugh, drawing, playing with his dogs, playing Madden on the XBox, and hanging out with his sister and friends.
Fourth grade, Mitchell Elementary
In 2020 at the age of four, Genesis was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. She is in remission and off treatment. Genesis loves cheerleading and drawing.
Sixth grade, Tippit Middle School
Keagan was 14 months old when she was diagnosed with Wilms Tumor in 2015. She had a right nephrectomy and completed six months of chemo. She is currently 11 years old and cancer free. Keagan is very active and loves trying new sports. She enjoys playing her ukulele and volleyball.
DJ was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma at the age of two. DJ loved to learn, especially about the solar system. He was a fun-loving and kind hearted boy who was looking forward to attending Williams Elementary School. DJ gained his angel wings on September 30, 2022 at the age of four years old, 11 months before he would have started kindergarten.
2022 Georgetown High School Graduate
Ella was diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer in 2021 at the age of 17. She graduated from Georgetown High School one year later in 2022. Ella is currently cancer free. She is a senior in college and is attending Texas Tech University, majoring in communications and PR. Ella loves running, yoga, being outside, and spending time with friends and family.
Village Elementary
On July 16, 2019 at the age of six years old, Alexis was diagnosed with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG). Alexis was heading into her first grade year at Village Elementary. She was a very fun-loving and kind girl who loved school, participating in dance classes, attending church, Disney princesses, and JoJo Siwa. Her kindergarten teacher once commented on how kind Alexis was to other students and never left anyone out. Alexis gained her angel wings on July 16, 2020 at the age of seven years old.
Greg "Trey"
Freshman, East View High School
Trey was diagnosed with a synovial cell sarcoma in May 2024 at 13 years old. He underwent a complete resection and then underwent chemotherapy. He completed treatment in October of 2024. He is currently NED. Trey loves everything related to football, especially the Texas Longhorns and Dallas Cowboys. He is an active athlete and plays football, baseball, basketball, and soccer. He also enjoys being with his family, his three cats, his friends, and learning to play songs on the piano.
Fourth grade, Ford Elementary
Maya was near the end of her 2nd grade year in 2023 when she was diagnosed with t-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Maya is nearing the end of her three year treatment. Maya loves talking with people and learning about animals. You will rarely find her sitting quietly, as she is upbeat, chatty, and full of energy. Maya always brings a smile to those around her.
2024 Georgetown High School Graduate
Bailey was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2023 during her senior year at Georgetown High School. She graduated in 2024 and is now cancer free. She is a sophomore at Utah Valley University studying finance. Bailey loves working out, hiking, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
2025 East View High School Graduate
Abel was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia on April 15, 2011 at the age of five. He achieved remission in 2015 and continues to be in remission today. Abel graduated from East View High School in 2025.
Georgetown High School
Carrie was diagnosed with adrenocortical cancer in the fall of 2023 during her sophomore year at Georgetown High School. Carrie was well known among her family and friends as an avid baker, and it was her goal in life to own her own bakery. In the months before she learned of her cancer diagnosis, she obtained her Texas Food Handler's license and started her own home baking business. Even once her illness prevented her from attending school, she continued to bake, making more than a thousand delicious treats which she shared, free of charge, with friends, family, and community members. Carried passed away on July 28th, 2024. She will forever be remembered as a young woman of incredible kindness, intelligence, and generosity.
Fourth grade, Williams Elementary
Mia was a third grade student when she was diagnosed with leukemia in 2024. She is currently in remission and is also receiving homebound services as she continues her journey of healing. Mia loves all things Stitch, listening to Kendrick Lamar, and cuddling with her hamster Bean.
Third grade, San Gabriel Elementary
Jasper was diagnosed with b-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia on November 17, 2021 at just four years old. His journey has included countless procedures- spinal taps, port surgeries, hospital stays, and infections. Today, Jasper is in remission and has been for nearly a year. While his treatment is complete, he still undergoes routine procedures to ensure no cancer cells return. He has seven more years before he can officially be declared cancer-free. Through it all, he continues to show incredible strength and resilience.
Photos by JaNett Hill Photography
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