KT Smith was a multi-dimensional force. Splitting her time among writing for the school newspaper and literary magazine, working on costumes and other aspects of technical theater for the school plays and musicals, and of course, all the honor societies in which she took part, KT was a force to be reckoned with. Or, as she would correct us, a force with which to be reckoned.
But her school involvement is only part of what made her so special. KT was friends with everyone. Her wisdom beyond her years made her able to connect to adults and peers. She always listened to problems without ever complaining about her own. She loved fully, completely, and with no conditions. She transcended cliques, fitting in by not fitting in.
When KT passed away in 2010, the loss was felt throughout the Oakton High School community. She wasn't even a student there anymore, but the impact she had on the people she met there still holds strong. From fellow alumni to teachers to students who only barely knew her, everyone knew it would be hard to find someone so dynamic, so interested in learning and with so much character as KT Smith.
The honor in earning this $1,000 award would far exceed the scholarship portion. Yet, it is so appropriate to aid in the studies of a graduating senior who shares KT’s passion and character.
But her school involvement is only part of what made her so special. KT was friends with everyone. Her wisdom beyond her years made her able to connect to adults and peers. She always listened to problems without ever complaining about her own. She loved fully, completely, and with no conditions. She transcended cliques, fitting in by not fitting in.
When KT passed away in 2010, the loss was felt throughout the Oakton High School community. She wasn't even a student there anymore, but the impact she had on the people she met there still holds strong. From fellow alumni to teachers to students who only barely knew her, everyone knew it would be hard to find someone so dynamic, so interested in learning and with so much character as KT Smith.
The honor in earning this $1,000 award would far exceed the scholarship portion. Yet, it is so appropriate to aid in the studies of a graduating senior who shares KT’s passion and character.