As long as there was gas in her car, CeJai Taylor Moore would take her children to local parks and jazz festivals. 

Determined to show her children a world beyond their backyard, CeJai said she emphasized the importance of education as a means to serve others.

Growing up under his mother’s influence, Chase Moore valued the balance between academics and athletics. At 23, the former defensive back and current graduate student has impacted both the Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium and the Texas State Capitol.

Although he dreamt of one day playing for the NFL, Moore said conversations with his mother about his future always included graduate school.