Houston Middle School Student Heads to Pokémon World Championship

Written by Terrance Wright Jr. 
 
August 2024 - Houston Middle School's Jonah Timmons is proving that a love for learning can extend beyond the classroom. At just 12 years old, Jonah, a passionate choir student, has embarked on a remarkable journey into the world of competitive Pokémon, and he is now headed all the way to Hawaii for the Pokémon World Championships!

Jonah's Pokémon adventure began with casual interest, but it quickly evolved into a full-blown passion. He started by visiting local trading pop-up shops and soon joined a Pokémon club, where he immersed himself in the community. Watching regional championships further fueled his excitement and competitive spirit.


In February, Jonah shared with his mom that he had truly fallen in love with Pokémon. This new hobby led him to discover that Pokémon Leagues host tournaments where players can earn points to qualify for the World Championships. Jonah, who competes in the Junior Division (for players aged 12 and under), decided to take a chance and participate in these tournaments.


He started out at the national competition in Orlando, where he gained valuable experience and learned the ropes of competitive play. Now, after months of dedication and hard work, Jonah is preparing to take on the world's best in Hawaii.


As Jonah gets ready to represent on the global stage, the entire GMSD community is cheering him on. HMS and the entire GMSD community is rooting for Jonah, and we are proud of our students who pursue their passions and creativity! Good luck, Jonah!