New Braunfels High School is proud to recognize the Top 10 graduates for the Class of 2026. These outstanding students have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and dedication throughout their high school careers, earning their place among the very best of their graduating class.

“These students represent the very best of New Braunfels High School,” said Principal Greg Hughes. “Their commitment to excellence both in and out of the classroom is truly commendable. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and look forward to seeing all they achieve in the future.”

In addition to their academic success, these students have made meaningful contributions to the NBHS community through extracurricular involvement, volunteer service, and leadership roles, leaving a lasting impact on the campus.

The top 10 graduates for the Class of 2026 are:

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Caroline Peterson
Valedictorian

Caroline Peterson will attend The University of Texas at Austin to study finance.

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Hector Santana
Salutatorian

Hector Santana will attend Texas A&M University to study chemistry.

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Parker Kadish
No. 3

Parker Kadish will attend Indiana University to double major in finance and accounting.

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Maci Wiedenfeld
No. 4

Maci Wiedenfeld will attend The University of Texas at Austin to study biology.

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Casidy Schrey
No. 5

Casidy Schrey will attend Texas A&M University to study statistics.

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Max Lewis
No. 6

Max Lewis will attend The University of Texas at Austin to study environmental engineering.

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Jace Jones
No. 7

Jace Jones will attend Abilene Christian University to study business management.

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Christian Cooke
No. 8

Christian Cooke will enter the workforce following graduation.

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Jeb Oertli
No. 9

Jeb Oertli will attend the University of Florida to study biomedical engineering.

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Isaac Leach
No. 10

Isaac Leach will attend Texas A&M University to study business.

Graduation for the Class of 2026 is scheduled for Thursday, May 21st, at Unicorn Stadium. For more information about the New Braunfels High School graduation ceremony, please click here.

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