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EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING

Kaci Cannon—Southwest Division placement classes in high school that focused on such
Parents: Regina and Tonzie Cannon, ready mix instructor fields as biology, U.S. history and microeconomics.
with the North Texas Ready Mix group
Hometown: Cedar Hill, Texas
School: Prairie View A&M University
Current Major: Nursing
Future Career Goal: Nurse practitioner
Tougher Than the Rest: In high school, Kaci was a
member of the Rhoer Youth Club, an affiliate of Sigma
Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., where she learned the vital
importance of service to the community and how it is
essential to self-development and growth as a future
professional and good citizen. This service helped Kaci
Brooklyn Cornwell
attain a “Top 10 Student Award for 2024” through the
local Rotary Club.
Emma Hammer—Magnesia Specialties

Parents: April and Matt Hammer, crusher operator at
Woodville – Lime
Hometown: Gibsonburg, Ohio
School: University of Findlay
Current Major: Business Management with a minor in
Spanish
Future Career Goal: Undecided
A Need for Speed: Through her competitive drive, Emma
made amazing strides in high school track and field
tournaments. During a league meet, she bested a school
record that had stood for 25 years and walked out with
Kaci Cannon three medals — two silver and one gold. Adding to that,
Emma also served as her school’s Spanish Club
representative and plans to continue studying the language
Brooklyn Cornwell—East Division
in college.
Parents: Jeff and Leigh Ann Cornwell, safety
representative for the South Carolina District
Hometown: Irmo, South Carolina
School: Coastal Carolina University
Current Major: Sustainability and Coastal Resilience with
a minor in Environmental Sciences
Future Career Goal: Conservation specialist
Strictly Come Dancing: Since age 4, Brooklyn has
followed her passion for dance. Recently completing her
14th season, she says the performance art has taught her
many things about herself and life, including the value of
hard work and the importance of putting effort into one’s
goals. In addition to this, Brooklyn also took 12 advanced Emma Hammer

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