A local Houstonian received a statewide honor when she was selected to attend the Lone Star State Leadership Academy.

A distinguished honor only granted to the most out- standing 4th-8th graders in the state. Anari Hilliard was nominated by one of her teachers for the honor because of her stellar academics and school and com- munity involvement. Hilliard will now meet and greet with state legislators, gain valuable leadership skills, and grow a greater appreciation for the great state of Texas. For more information about the academy, visit www.educationinaction.org.