IRVING, Texas — As National Donate Life Month brings attention to the need for organ donors, the Irving ISD community is rallying around a sixth-grade student whose daily life is shaped by chronic kidney disease and the hope of a transplant.
Jasmine Love Sandoval, a student at Austin Middle School, is currently in need of a kidney transplant. Despite ongoing medical challenges, those who know her describe a student who remains committed in the classroom and supportive of others on campus.
Jasmine is known among peers and teachers for her strong work ethic and positive spirit. At home, her mother, Arlene Sandoval, said her personality shines through in everything she does. “There are not enough words to describe our Jasmine Love,” she said. “She is a fun, loving, very silly girl with a heart of gold, but most of all, she is strong-willed.”
Living with chronic kidney disease affects Jasmine both physically and emotionally, requiring consistent medical care and monitoring. She receives treatment through Children’s Medical Center, where specialists in nephrology, organ transplant and urology continue to oversee her care.
Even with those challenges, Jasmine remains focused on her interests and future goals. She enjoys spending time with her siblings, Ariel, Jasriel and Lorenzo, and their dog, Dez. Whether playing soccer around the house or capturing photos, she continues to find ways to stay active and creative.
“I’m really excited to get my camera fixed so I can keep practicing photography and one day become a professional,” Jasmine said. “I’m also looking forward to playing sports next year and hopefully meeting my favorite artist, Eminem.”
Her family said the possibility of a transplant represents a significant turning point. “Receiving a kidney would change everything. It would give her a second chance at life,” her mother said.
Jasmine’s outlook reflects a broader sense of compassion. Her mother shared a moment that stood out when Jasmine spoke about helping animals in the future. “When I grow up, I’m going to save 100 dogs and find them a home because they need love too,” Jasmine said.
Family members and school supporters say awareness and community involvement are critical, especially during National Donate Life Month. They are encouraging others to consider registering as organ donors and to share Jasmine’s story to help highlight the ongoing need.
For Jasmine, the transplant represents the chance to continue pursuing her goals, spending time with family and building the future she envisions.
