Vanessa Robles: Irving High Grad Shaping the Future of Healthcare at UTA

The transition from high school to college is lifechanging, filled with excitement, opportunity, and dreams of a bright future. Vanessa Robles, a 2023 graduate of Irving High, is about to embark on this exciting new chapter, armed with quite the collection of well-deserved scholarships and a profound commitment to her community.

Vanessa’s achievements have been recognized and rewarded through a trio of prestigious scholarships created by ISF donors. The Irving Las Colinas Rotary Irving High School Scholarship, an honor awarded to a graduating senior from Irving High School, celebrates Vanessa’s academic prowess, community involvement, and leadership success. Special consideration was given to her because of her exceptional commitment to service.

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2023 Irving High graduate Vanessa Robles on campus at UTA, where she is studying Nursing

The Irving Marathon Running Series Turkey Trot Scholarship is another noteworthy accolade. This scholarship recognizes Vanessa’s dedication to community service, further emphasizing her commitment to making a positive impact. Her participation in the IMRS races exemplifies her passion for both fitness and participating with those around her.

Vanessa’s accomplishments also extend to academics. She is a recipient of the Phyllis Lyster Memorial Academic Scholarship, an award that honors the memory of Phyllis Lyster and is granted to two graduating seniors from Irving High School pursuing four-year degrees at a college or university. This scholarship reflects Vanessa’s dedication to her academic pursuits and her ambition to achieve in higher education.

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Throughout her high school journey, Vanessa developed strong communication and leadership skills. She generously supported her peers and dedicated her time to volunteering at her local church, where she cared for children. Her leadership roles as class vice president, tennis co-captain, and National Honor Society vice president allowed her to practice and refine these essential skills.

Vanessa is taking the next significant step toward her future at the University of Texas at Arlington. UTA is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and an engaging campus life. Vanessa’s pursuit of a nursing degree here aligns perfectly with her passion for helping others and making a meaningful impact on the healthcare industry.

We applaud Vanessa’s past accomplishments and contributions to both the community and the school district in Irving, as well as her commitment to serving others and making a difference in the world. And that’s just the beginning! With her work ethic, unwavering dedication, and compassionate spirit, Vanessa’s donors have no doubt she will excel in her Nursing studies. We look forward to watching her career unfold!

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Crystal Ramirez-Scanio serves as the President & CEO of the Irving Schools Foundation, a nonprofit organization that supports the students and teachers in Irving ISD. In her role as Executive Director, she is tasked with raising money to support projects and initiatives for which tax dollars cannot be expended, such as innovative classroom projects, scholarships, and funding for valuable learning tools.Prior to joining the Irving Schools Foundation in 2012, Crystal served in many leadership roles in the Financial and Insurance industries. Formerly with Merrill Lynch in Irving, Crystal spearheaded recruitment events and marketing campaigns while managing relationships with current and potential clients. While at Merrill Lynch Crystal developed a passion for working with others and for helping individuals and businesses identify solutions to their financial needs.