Students across multiple grade levels in Brazosport ISD showcased their love of reading and literary knowledge during the annual Name That Book Competition, held March 26–27, 2026. The event brought together teams from elementary, intermediate, and middle school campuses, including bilingual divisions for younger students. Participants prepared by reading selections from the Great Texas Mosquito List—an award-winning reading list developed by BISD librarians for each grade level. During the competition, students were challenged to identify books based on brief clues, testing both comprehension and recall.
The competition highlighted not only academic skill, but also teamwork, dedication, and a shared enthusiasm for reading.
We extend our appreciation to the librarians, sponsors, and staff members who supported students throughout the process, as well as to the students who participated and their families for their encouragement.
2026 Name That Book First Place Winners:
K–2 Division – Ogg Elementary
Librarian: Kayla Cummins
Sponsor: Melissa Williams, Karlee Garsee
Students: Camila Guardiola, Bett Lamb, Gloria Lamb, Arika Khilari-Aou, Joaquin Valencia, Meili Garnier
K–2 Bilingual Division – Ogg Elementary
Librarian: Kayla Cummins
Sponsor: Nirvana Almanza
Students: Jaylen Aguirre, Hugo Alvarez, Rodrigo Castillo, Lucca Gomez, Emmanuel Gonzalez, Marcelo Zamora
3–4 Division – Brannen Elementary
Librarian: Joani Wallace
Students: Stella Clinton, Ruth Butler, Walker Wallace, Isabella Fernandez, James Schilthuis, Noah Allen
5–6 Division – Clute Intermediate School (Team 2)
Librarian: Deani Peters
Students: Ayana Khilari-Aou, Toshiki Arai, Olivia Ricca, Tinsley Knopp, Ian Santoyo
7–8 Division – Clute Intermediate School (Team 1)
Librarian: Deani Peters
Students: Dante Andrade, Jayden Mendoza, Macauley Navarro, Blyss Mafo
Honorary Member: Ty Cervantes
2026 Name That Book 2nd Place Winners:
K–2 Division – Polk Elementary
Librarian: Mandee Lower
Sponsors: Amy Whitehead
Students: Caleb Grable, Tate Dingee, Maverick Mueck, Amelia Mills, Millie Williams, Mia Lopez, Tatum Robinson
K-2 BIL Division – Madge Griffith Elementary
Librarian: Wendy Burke
Sponsors: Abigail Cobos
Students: Destiny Escott, Mateo Guerrero, Ninzander Pedrosa, Zaira Vasquez Lira, Regina Luera, Gael Luera, Athalia Uresti, Sofia Gonzalez
3-4 Division – AP Beutel Elementary
Librarian: Rachel Willson
Sponsors: Ashley Crisp
Students: Rebecca Stuart, Andrew Kaspar, Lyle Hawes, Victoria Moreno, Lucille Fernandez, Carter Milton, Claire Dvorak, Mira Elyoussef
5-6 Division – Rasco Middle School
Librarian: Lee Ann Cude
Students: Reed Grantham, Gwen Luce, Reagan McPherson, Emma Rios, Emma Yeager, Khloe Ndibe
7-8 Division – Freeport Intermediate School
Librarian: Susan Williams
Students: Rebecca Garza, Gienevieve Hunt, Lailah Murray, Olivia Robinson
2026 Name That Book 3rd Place Winners:
K–2 Division – Roberts Elementary
Librarian: Brandye Roland
Sponsors: Lindsay Carter & Amanda Crossler
Students: Fynn Dickson, Adeline Wilson, Blake Erwin, Phoenix Moreno, Bodhi Alexander, Sawa Arai, Eva Speed
K-2 BIL Division – Freeport Elementary
Librarian: Katherine Luce
Sponsors: Brenda Cortez
Students: Aryabella Estrada, Victor D. Cortez, Karla Tzic, Lia Diaz, Victoria Hernandez, Alexandra Chavez
3-4 Division - TIE – Griffith Elementary
Librarian: Wendy Burke
Sponsors: Tanah Burge
Students: Aaron Bernal, Benjamin Belmares, Mann Prajapati, Eddie Abrego, Alexa Purkey, Ayleanis Rivera, Zaryanah Acuna, Castiel Cobos
3-4 Division - TIE – Roberts Elementary
Librarian: Brandye Roland
Students: Emma Thomas, Libby Willoughby, Maebry Matthews, Paxton Wiggs, Merritt Higinbotham, Julian Hinojosa, Kyper Ragsdale, Skylar Mack
5-6 Division – TIE - Clute Intermediate School (Team 1)
Librarian: Deani Peters
Students: Asher Ramirez, Averi Shorter, Damian Martinez, Jackeline Sevill-Bermudez
5-6 Division – TIE - Lanier Elementary
Librarian: Jenni Stringer
Sponsors: Betty Sain
Students: Zane Hayes, Frank McKissack, Mackenzie McNeill, Ariana Zapata
7-8 Division – Clute Intermediate School (Team 2)
Librarian: Deani Peters
Students: Dante Andrade, Jayden Mendoza, Macaulay Navarro, Blyss Mafo
Through events like the Name That Book Competition, Brazosport ISD continues to provide opportunities that promote literacy and engagement, encouraging students to build a lifelong love of reading while strengthening critical thinking skills.