Kate Jones, a Hockinson High School and Running Start student, has her eyes on the stars and a clear plan to get there. With aspirations of becoming an astronaut, she is already taking bold steps toward her future.
In June 2025, Kate was recognized at the ESD 112 STEM Rising Star Awards, an annual ceremony that honors exceptional students in Southwest Washington who are pursuing STEM education with passion, purpose, and excellence.
She was nominated by HHS College & Career Readiness Advisor Cree Reynolds, who praised her ambition and focus. “She is an exceptional student with big dreams and a clear path on how to achieve them,” Reynolds said.