Veena Broumand shines on the volleyball court, on the track, in the classroom, and in the community and that’s why she was honored as the KENS 5 All-Star Athlete for Alamo Heights ISD.
Broumand was presented the award during a taping for the Great Day SA morning show. She was surrounded by her teammates and AHHS cheerleaders.
She was nominated for the honor by Principal Cory Smith and Head Volleyball Coach Sarah Holmes.
The senior has played volleyball for four years and participated in track and field for four years, specifically shot put and discus events. She is the Captain of the Track team this year.
She is committed to improving as an athlete whether by participating in club volleyball outside of school teams, or waking up early 6 days a week for training in the weight room.
For her academic efforts, she has been recognized as an AP Scholar, for earning a score of 3 or more on 3 or more Advanced Placement Exams. She is a member of the National Honor Society and Spanish Honor Society.
Veena has been honored with the Presidential Volunteer Service Award at the Gold and Silver levels for devoting 250 and 175 hours of community service the last two years.
Her extensive volunteer efforts include serving on the Teens Give Back Board as Vice President, and volunteering with organizations like Snack Pak 4 Kids, Camp C.A.M.P., Juniper Village Senior Living Home, and Northside Loaves and Fishes. She also volunteers with the AHHS Key Club.
