Several students in Janice Balmos’ class at Smithson Valley High recently competed in the Business Professionals of America regional competition at Seguin High School. Pictured are (back row, left to right) Sherri Parson, Chelsea Kirkwood, Ryan Howard, and Candis Reese; (front row) Gracie Hendrix and Jessica Silberman. Hendrix won first place in the banking and finance competition and advances to state competition in Dallas. Hendrix, Parson, Reece and Silberman were also accepted into the State Leadership Conference Internship program. Courtesy Photo