From Westgate to Prairie View: Jordyn Linson’s Journey of Strength, Sports, and Service
At first glance, Jordyn Linson’s story reads like a celebration of high school milestones—volleyball games, prom queen, a college acceptance letter. But for those who know her, the accomplishments are only part of the picture. Behind the milestones is a steady, quiet resilience that’s defined Jordyn’s journey from childhood to graduation.
The Westgate resident, who recently graduated from Cypress Springs High School, is headed to Prairie View A&M University this fall with her sights set on becoming a pediatric registered nurse.
From Copeland to Cypress Springs
Jordyn’s educational path began at Copeland Elementary and continued through Anthony Middle School before she joined Cypress Springs High. Along the way, she found her place on the volleyball court, where she played from 4th grade through high school. One of her most meaningful experiences came during senior year, when she served as a PAL mentor to two younger students—a role she embraced with pride as a chance to positively influence the next generation.
But her growth wasn’t limited to athletics—her academic journey tells a deeper story of resilience and transformation.
As a young student, Jordyn faced academic challenges that required patience and persistence. She was diagnosed with Inattentive type ADHD early in grade school, which made reading comprehension and long homework sessions especially challenging. With the steady support of her parents—who worked closely with teachers, medical professionals, and educational specialists—Jordyn was able to access the right accommodations and tools to help her navigate those early hurdles. By the time she reached Anthony Middle School, things began to click. Jordyn started to thrive, maintaining an A/B average throughout her classes, with A’s becoming the norm.
Now, as she prepares to graduate from Cypress Springs High School, Jordyn is proudly enrolled at Prairie View A&M University as a pre-clinical nursing student. She’s also been accepted into the university’s Summer Bridge program, designed to give incoming freshmen a strong academic start. Jordyn’s goal is to become a pediatric registered nurse—an ambition shaped in part by her own experiences as a patient. She speaks with admiration about Dr. Olajumoke Odufuye at Texas Children’s Hospital in Cypress, who played a meaningful role in her care and inspired her commitment to ensuring all children receive the attention and compassion they deserve.
That persistence extended beyond athletics. She also took advantage of dual credit opportunities through Lone Star College, giving her a head start on her college coursework. By her final semester of high school, Jordyn proudly achieved one of her personal academic goals—earning straight A’s across the board. It was a full-circle moment that reflected just how far she had come since those early struggles, and a testament to the steady progress she made through years of dedication, support, and self-belief.
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A Moment to Remember
This spring, Jordyn’s classmates selected her as Cypress Springs High School’s 2025 Prom Queen. It was a moment of joy and surprise, and one that felt especially meaningful after years of hard work and quiet leadership. She was crowned alongside Prom King De’Avontae Batiste, her longtime counterpart since middle school—the two have shared a special bond over the years, both known as dedicated student athletes with solid academic performance.
But even as she celebrated, Jordyn stayed grounded. Her focus remains on what’s next: studying nursing, gaining hands-on experience, and eventually working in pediatrics where she can bring comfort and care to young patients facing challenges of their own.
Looking Ahead
Jordyn has also talked about real estate as a dream job down the line—something she might pursue alongside nursing or after gaining experience in healthcare. Her goals are multifaceted, but all point to a desire to build a life that’s both practical and purpose-driven. Inspired by her mom’s career and a longtime love of open houses and model home tours, she plans to earn her Texas real estate license as a way to combine passion with a second source of income.
Her Westgate neighbors, teachers, and family are cheering her on as she transitions into college life. And while Jordyn may be leaving high school behind, she carries forward a sense of empathy and grit that will serve her well—whether at the bedside of a young patient or wherever her path leads next.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
