FRED ROBERTS STUDENT RECEIVES FIRST EVER STUDENT HEROES AWARD
On February 19th, The Pasadena ISD Police Department recognized Hanna Avalos-Arrue with the first-ever Student Heroes Award during a private ceremony at her school Fred Roberts Middle School.
Late January, Avalos-Arrue was walking to school when she saw a dog attacking one of her classmates, Ryker Revilla, who had been ambushed from behind while walking to school. Without hesitation she confronted the animal and acted quickly to help get Revilla out of harm's way. Avalos-Arrue then continued to tend to Revillas’ injuries by applying pressure to his wound until medical personnel arrived.
When the Pasadena ISD police department was investigating the incident, they rewatched the security camera footage and were stunned to see Avalos-Arrue’s decisive actions. After witnessing her heroism, the department was motivated to spotlight her bravery and share her story with others.
Pasadena ISD Patrol Captain of Police David Garza praised Avalos-Arrue's exceptional bravery, remarking, "I've been here 31 years and this is the only act I've ever seen by a student that deserves this award… On the day that the incident occurred, she not only put herself between Revilla and the dog, but then used his jacket to help mitigate bleeding until help arrived.”
As she was questioned about her motivation, Avalos-Arrue stated, "I wasn't thinking about anything (at the moment); I just wanted to help my friend." At the ceremony held in recognition of her bravery, she was presented with a plaque hand crafted by Pasadena ISD Police Officer Kyle Wilson.
At the February Pasadena ISD Administration council meeting, Avalos-Arrue's remarkable story of bravery captivated attendees as her principal, Citlali Guererro, and police chief Bill McMahan shared the harrowing details. Her story left the district administration in awe. Avalos-Arrue's story serves as a powerful reminder of the extraordinary courage that exists within our district.
The Pasadena ISD Police Department believes her story is also an opportunity to emphasize the importance of responsible pet ownership and proper supervision of their pets. If anyone observes concerning behavior by an animal, they are encouraged to promptly contact the appropriate authorities. These actions will help ensure the safety of both residents and animals alike.