Highland Community College has announced that Jaime Sandy and Abraham Hilbert have been selected to the 2026 Phi Theta Kappa All-Kansas Academic Team, a statewide recognition honoring community college students for academic excellence, leadership and campus and community involvement.

Jaime Sandy (Calcutta, Trinidad) is an Associate of Arts major at Highland Community College. During her time at HCC, Sandy has been involved in collegiate soccer and has served as a Resident Assistant (RA). Currently, she plans to transfer to Biola University, where she intends to major in psychology and theology. Sandy’s long-term academic and professional goals include earning a PhD in psychology and pursuing a career in government service in her home country of Trinidad, with a focus on community support and development. She is grateful for the sacrifice and support her mother, Wendy Sawyer, gave throughout her educational journey.

Abraham Hilbert (Seneca, Kansas) is also pursuing an Associate of Arts degree at Highland. Hilbert has participated in football and is a member of the Phi Theta Kappa honor society. He plans to transfer to Morehead State University, where he will major in accounting. Hilbert’s career plans include earning his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and working as a CPA. His parents are Tom and Dari Hilbert.

The Phi Theta Kappa All-Kansas Academic Team recognizes students from Kansas community colleges who demonstrate high academic achievement and engagement in campus activities. Selection is based on academic performance, leadership and service. Highland Community College congratulates Jaime Sandy and Abraham Hilbert on earning this distinction.