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Cadet Jordan Pham, a senior at Emmett J. Conrad High School in Dallas, will be awarded the National Navy ROTC Scholarship, valued at up to $200,000. Pham, who is ranked No. 6 in his graduating class, will use the scholarship to attend the University of Texas at Austin while training to become a commissioned officer in the United States Navy. He is also a member of the National Honor Society and the Conrad Swim Team, and has helped lead the award-winning Conrad Charger Battalion in the school’s JROTC program. Pham’s achievement is a proud moment for the Conrad community and a reminder of what’s possible when opportunity meets preparation.<\/p>\n
DALLAS \u2014 At\u00a0Emmett J. Conrad High School, a major milestone is on the horizon for one standout senior whose journey reflects both discipline and determination.<\/p>\n
On April 8, Cadet Jordan Pham will be recognized as a recipient of the highly competitive National Navy ROTC Scholarship, an award valued at up to $200,000. The honor will be formally presented by Navy Chief Leonela Jones during a ceremony at the school, marking a proud moment not just for Pham, but for the entire Conrad community.<\/p>\n
The scholarship will support Pham\u2019s next step at\u00a0University of Texas at Austin, where he plans to continue his studies while training to become a commissioned officer in the United States Navy.<\/p>\n
A Dallas Student Doing It All<\/p>\n
Pham\u2019s story stands out because of how much he has managed to accomplish at once. Ranked No. 6 in his graduating class, he has maintained strong academic performance while also preparing to graduate with both his high school diploma and an associate degree through Conrad Collegiate Academy.<\/p>\n
He is also a member of the\u00a0National Honor Society, a reflection of his commitment to scholarship, leadership and service.<\/p>\n
Outside the classroom, Pham has made his mark in athletics as a member of the Conrad Swim Team. His dedication earned him a spot on the\u00a0Texas High School Coaches Association\u00a0Academic All-State 2nd Team, an honor reserved for student-athletes who excel in the classroom while competing at a high level.<\/p>\n
Leadership That Leaves a Legacy<\/p>\n
Pham\u2019s impact also reaches into leadership through his involvement in the school\u2019s JROTC program, where he has helped lead the award-winning Conrad Charger Battalion.<\/p>\n
For Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Leon Johnson, who has mentored Pham over the past four years, the recognition reflects more than academic success. It represents the kind of well-rounded excellence Dallas schools strive to cultivate.<\/p>\n
\u201cWatching Jordan grow over the last four years into the leader he is today has been a profound honor,\u201d Johnson said. \u201cAt Conrad, we strive for excellence in everything we do. Jordan\u2019s ability to rank in the top 10 of his class and earn a collegiate degree while leading our JROTC program is exactly why he was selected for this esteemed honor. It\u2019s a proud day for the Charger Battalion and the entire Conrad community.\u201d<\/p>\n
A Moment of Pride for Dallas<\/p>\n
As families, classmates and faculty gather to celebrate, Pham\u2019s achievement serves as a reminder of what\u2019s possible when opportunity meets preparation. His journey reflects the spirit of many Dallas students who are balancing academics, extracurriculars and big dreams for the future.<\/p>\n
For Conrad High and the broader Dallas community, April 8 will not just be about a scholarship. It will be about honoring a young leader whose next chapter is already taking shape on a much larger stage.<\/p>\n
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