Key Club Rises at 77th Annual Texas-Oklahoma Leadership Convention

This past weekend 28 members of our Mustang High School Key Club attended the 77th annual Texas-Oklahoma Leadership Convention in Texas.  Out of more than 20,000 members across the T-O District, our remarkable students placed 11th overall. Even while competing against some of the largest schools in both Texas and Oklahoma, our students demonstrated that passion, heart, and a commitment to service are what truly set them apart.

These students embody the values of service, leadership, and community involvement in all that they do. Throughout the year, they generously dedicate their time, energy, and talents to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. This past year we had over 6,000 hours of service volunteered in our club by the members.  Witnessing their growth into thoughtful, driven, and capable young leaders is truly one of the most rewarding elements of my career.

Here are just a few of the incredible achievements our club is bringing home from this year’s 2026 Leadership Convention:

 Top Awards and Recognitions:

• 11th Place Overall – Competing with almost 400 schools

• Leader of Leaders Award – Marianne Hoang

• Distinguished President – Marianne Hoang

• Distinguished Vice President – Angelina Pham

• Distinguished Webmaster – Scarlett Beaver and Khang Nguyen

• Distinguished Editor – Advika Kothari

• Distinguished Club for 2025-2026

• Certificate of Recognition for Club Reporting

• 2nd Place Oratory Contest- Christian Loper 

• Oklahoma Quiz Bowl Winner- Advika Kothari

• Governor’s Project Award Winner 

• District Project Distinguished Club

• Early Bird Recognition

 Scholarship Honors:

• $1,000 Nancy Miller Texas-Oklahoma Scholarship – Marianne Hoang

• $1,000 Glen Muse/Cecil Wolf Scholarship – Brooklyn Pankhurst

These awards reflect countless hours of service, collaboration, and steadfast dedication. More than the recognition itself, it is the spirit of giving and the sincere commitment to leading with heart that truly define our Key Club. These students are shaping the future, not only for themselves, but for their communities and beyond.

Written by MHS Key CLub Sponsor, Trena Rogers