Maya Veliz, a senior at Blue Ridge High School in Texas, was initially named valedictorian but was later informed of a miscalculation in her GPA and transfer credits, resulting in her being ranked third in her class. This loss of rank may also cost her a scholarship she was expected to receive. Veliz’s family had made preparations for the graduation ceremony, and she had written her speech. The school district has stated that they reviewed Veliz’s grades to comply with state law and that miscalculations were made in the finalization of her GPA and class rank, which have been corrected. Veliz has expressed her disappointment and stated that she does not plan to attend the graduation ceremonies.