Salutatorian: Payden Rust
Payden Rust is the son of Wade and Shannon Rust of Gordon, Tx. Payden has been a student of Gordon ISD since Kindergarten. During his time at Gordon High School, Payden has been heavily involved in FFA and has held the GHS FFA chapter offices of Reporter and Secretary. He has also been in National Honor Society and served as Secretary, UIL Academics, and Basketball for all 4 years of HS.
Payden is also an accomplished HS Rodeo Athlete. He has competed in the Texas High School Rodeo Association all 4 years of High School in Cutting. Payden has competed at the State level of competition all 4 years in cutting, and is the Regional Cutting Champion for 2024. Payden also had the honor of competing for the National Title his Freshman year in Cutting, held in Lincoln, Nebraska in 2021.
Looking to the future, Payden will attend Tarleton State University in the Fall to pursue a degree in Civil Engineering.
Congratulations to the Gordon High School Class of 2024 Valedictorian and Salutatorian! Gordon ISD is proud of your accomplishments and hardwork and dedication during your years here, and we cannot wait to see what the future holds for you!