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GRHS Sunday Longhorn News 2-27-2022

GeorgeRanch H.S.GRHS Sunday Longhorn News 2-27-2022
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A Message From Heather Patterson, GRHS Principal


Happy Sunday GRHS Longhorns,


Our Longhorns sure "GOT" talent...and boy did they "BRING IT" this past week! CTE, DECA, SKILLSUSA, Orchestra, Dance, Art-VASE, and athletics all did amazing! These Longhorns (and their teachers/coaches) are ON FIRE in and out of the classroom! Check out all the accolades below! I am super proud of their hard work and dedication!


Shout out to Mrs. Claudia Urbina who was named the SkillsUSA District Advisor of the year for District 9! Thank you for all you do for your students; this award is well deserved!


Each morning the tardy bell rings at 8:15am and announcements begin. If you happen to be running late that day, and are still in the hallway for a tardy, please make sure you are stopping and pausing (quietly) during the pledges and moment of silence. Once this is over you are welcome to head to class. I am asking all adults and students to please be respectful of this expectation moving forward. Thanks.


Course Selection and Counselor Schedules:

22-23 Course Selection is in FULL swing, which means our counselors are out of their offices MOST of the day. They meet one-on-one with EVERY student to ensure they are set up for success (and graduation) here at GRHS. In the interim, if you have a question, their awesome Admin Assistant - Mrs. Ware, will be happy to assist you/your child. Her contact info is here, nware@lcisd.org and will also be linked in the counselors "out of office reply" for easy access for you.


If you do not have an ID at this point, (because you have lost BOTH of them that we gifted you) you will need to purchase a new one for $5 in the library from 8:00-8:15am.

If you choose not to, there will be a HOLD placed on your account for the end of year. (exemptions/graduation/final grades, etc)


  • No ID = No Tech! ID's are mandatory everyday! No more temporaries will be issued. If you need a NEW ID/Lanyard- can be purchased for $5 in the library from 8:00-8:15 daily! Lanyards/ID's should be on the second you step through the doors each day. Please make sure you are following this rule as well as being in dress code and to ensure that you are not written up for non compliance.


The front office is open daily Monday- Friday 8:00-4:00pm to assist you. You can also directly email us or call 832-223-4200 during the same hours. We are happy to help!


Admin contact info (by last name alpha split):

Chris Cuellar - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split A-Dan) ccuellar@lcisd.org

Carrie Yanta -Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Dao-Hou) cyanta@lcisd.org

Jessie Eilenstine Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Hov-Mom) jessie.eilenstine@lcisd.org

Judy Momanyi - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Mon-Sac) judith.momanyi@lcisd.org

Marqueshah Coy - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Sad-Z) mcoy@lcisd.org


Nicholas Cavallo - Campus Athletic Coordinator (athletic questions/concerns) ncavallo@lcisd.org


Madelyn Gage - GRHS Nurse (Medical/COVID questions) madelyn.gage@lcisd.org

Sandra May - GRHS Nurse (Medical/COVID questions) sandra.may@lcisd.org


GRHS Counselors: (by last name alpha split)

Jamie Rufo (alpha split A-Dan) jrufo@lcisd.org

Stacey Richards (alpha split Dao-Hou) stacey.richards@lcisd.org

Abraham Vil (alpha split Hov-Mom) abraham.vil@lcisd.org

Alicia Henley-Stegent Dual Credit & (alpha split Mon-Sac) alicia.stegent@lcisd.org

Ashley Hunt (alpha split Sad-Z) ashley.hunt@lcisd.org

Carin Reeves 504/AP creeves@lcisd.org


Included in this Edition of our GRHS Longhorn News:
  • STUCO SPIRIT DAY - TUESDAY - Mardi Gras Theme!
  • Boots and Bling ABC Fundraiser!
  • Support the National Spanish Honor Society during lunches!
  • GRHS Accolades in ALL areas! Including STATE Competition!
  • DUAL CREDIT (SUMMER AND 22-23 OFFERINGS)
  • SCHOOL DAY SAT FOR JUNIORS - MARCH 2nd!
  • COLLEGE FAIRS DURING LUNCHES THIS MONTH!
  • Drill Team Tryouts for 22-23 Coming Up!
  • COLLEGE WEAR WEDNESDAY!
  • NO PHONES/AIRPODS/HEADPHONES OUT DURING CLASSTIME and NO Hoodies pulled UP inside the building!
  • ID's are mandatory EVERY DAY! You were GIFTED the FINAL ONE this semester, but moving forward they are $5 each. (NO more temporaries are being issued). If you need a NEW ID/Lanyard- you can purchase them for $5 in the library from 8:00-8:15 daily. Must be visibly worn on the TOP half of your body. NO ID = NO PHONE OUT!
  • Transcript and VOE Requests Procedures

STUCO Spirit Day! Don't forget your ID!

Support the National Spanish Honor Society!

HEY PARENTS....BOOTS AND BLING IS COMING UP!

SCHOOL DAY SAT FOR ALL GRHS JUNIORS - WEDNESDAY - MARCH 2ND!

Do you have a passion for sports and for helping others? Are you looking to be a part of athletics but aren’t sure where you would fit best? The George Ranch Sports Medicine team is looking for incoming 9th, 10th and 11th graders to join our program! We want students with love for people, athletics and being a team player to help us support all of Longhorn Athletics! If you’re interested in learning more about what a student athletic training assistant is and how you could become one, join our SportsYou interest group to learn more!

SUMMER DUAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES - DEADLINE 3-25-22!

2022-2023 DUAL CREDIT COURSES AT GRHS!

We are BRINGING THE COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES TO YOU! GRHS College Fair During All Lunches in MARCH!

Houston HBCU College Fair SAVE THE DATE for the upcoming Houston HBCU College Fair. This event is a great opportunity for students who are interested in attending an HBCU. Please see the flyer, where you can sign up to attend the event. Please note that the event is FREE to attend, however, students and parents must register to attend the event!

SUMMER COMPUTER SCIENCE OPPORTUNITY! CHECK IT OUT!

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Texas at Austin is offering nine residential and three virtual summer camps this year. Academy for Women and Academy for All are both FREE, week-long academies geared towards students entering grades 10-12 in fall 2022. These academies are focused on increasing diversity and inclusion in STEM and allow students to explore the world of computer science, learn to code, and get a taste of collegiate life.


Their tuition-based academies focus on specific areas of computer science and are geared towards students entering grades 9-12. This summer they are offering Academy for Robotics, Academy for iOS App Development, and Academy for Game Development.


The deadline for applying to Academy for Women and Academy for All is Sunday, March 20th. The applications for the tuition-based academies will remain open until spots fill.


Students can register for the programs at bit.ly/utcs-academies (Links to an external site.)


If you have any questions, please email academies@cs.utexas.edu

Presenting the @DecaGr Leadership Team that has made our chapter’s return to full @TexasDECA State competition a HUGE success! Thanks to Alexis-Shelby-Mila-Sofia for all your time and work this year. Unlimited futures ahead ladies!

Mrs. Claudia Urbina was named the SkillsUSA District Advisor of the year for District 9! Thank you for all you do for your students; this award is well deserved!

GRHS SKILLSUSA Going to State!

SkillsUSA Results

Criminal Justice- 1st Place Daliyah Mendoza

Health Knowledge Bowl- 1st Place Destiny Eke, Haley LaPaul, Tiffany Walker, & Sofia Yowell

Forensic Science- 1st Place John Garcia, Kathryn Reynolds, & K’Love Delgado

Job Interview- 2nd Place Celeste Salazar-Cornejo

Action Skills Demonstration- 2nd Place Aaron Santiago

Building Search Team- 3rd Place Ilene Rodriguez, Meghan Beagle-Flannigan, Chelsea Emeke-Onyenwe, & Aaron Santiago

Medical Math- 2nd Place Brandon Varon

Medical Terminology- 1st place Marteena Subia, 2nd place Maella Koffi, & 3rd Place Celeste Salazar-Cornejo

Opening and Closing Ceremony 1st place: Ilene Rodriguez, Meghan Beagle-Flannigan, Chelsea Emeke-Onyenwe, Brandon Varon, K’Love Delgado, Kathryn Reynolds, & Kathleen La

Job Exhibit Display Panel Boards that Qualified for State Competition- Meghan Beagle-Flannigan, Ximena Borrego, Daliyah Mendoza, Destiny Eke, Chelsea Emeke-Onyenwe, John Garcia, K’Love Delgado, Kathleen La, Haley LaPaul, Kathryn Reynolds, Ilene Rodriguez, Tiffany Walker

Congratulations to all the art students who received a medal for their amazing artwork this past weekend at Visual Art Scholastic Event aka VASE. GR received 39 medals at our regional event! Two will be moving forward to state! Way to go GR art students!

CONGRATS to ZiYing Ye & Camille Legaspi who received a perfect score on regional vase event and will be moving forward to compete at state Vase!

The results for The Lariettes from the MA Dance Contest are in! Congratulations girls, we are beyond proud of you!!! Lariette Officer Awards 3rd Place- Social Officers 1st Place Hip Hop Super Sweepstakes Award Outstanding Technique Award Lariette Awards 2nd Place-Lyrical 1st Place- Novelty 1st Place- Hip Hop Super Sweepstakes Award Outstanding Technique Award Outstanding Choreography Award Judges Award-Hip Hop 4th Place Overall!

The results for The Belles from the MA Dance Contest are in. Congratulations girls, you did phenomenal! Belle Awards Sweepstakes Award 1st Place- JV Lyrical 1st Place- JV Pom!

Making HISTORY! Mr. E's Orchestra students from ARJH and GRHS earned superior ratings at solo and ensemble this past weekend. ARJH had a record number of entries and medalists: 31 entries and 24 medalists and GRHS also had its highest number of orchestra entries, medalists, and state qualifiers: 20 entries, 19 medals, & 9 state qualifiers! Congrats Longhorns!

Lariettes Varsity Dance Team & Belles JV Drill Team Tryouts

We are looking for well-rounded young people who are confident, talented, dedicated, humble, respectful and passionate to be a part of the Lariettes and Belles. Dance team members are responsible for representing George Ranch High School in the classroom, on the field/court, and other various platforms. Being a member of our program comes with several exciting opportunities but is also a major commitment and requires an extraordinary work ethic.


If you’re interested in becoming a part of the Lariettes Varsity or Belles JV Dance Teams, check out the tryout information below. One heart. One love.

“Loteria Night” is back - March 10th!

If you love academics, learning, and competition, then consider joining a George Ranch HS UIL team. The Academic UIL Competition will be held on Friday, March 25 and Saturday, March 26 at Bush High School in Fort Bend ISD. Students will be responsible for their own transportation to and from the event and a detailed schedule will be released soon.

If you are interested in joining any of the following teams, contact the teacher listed for more information:

Accounting- Mr. Miller: email mike.miller@lcisd.org (Room 2334)

Calculator Team- Ms. Guidry: email rguidry@lcisd.org (Room 2412)

Computer Science Team- Ms. Ward: email kelly.ward@lcisd.org (Room 2332)

Current Issues & Events Team- Ms. Blowe email stephanielyn.blowe@lcisd.org (Room 1446)

CX Debate- Mr. Duncan: email marc.duncan@lcisd.org (Room 1610)

Editorial Writing Team- Ms. Kroeker: email ckroeker@lcisd.org (Room 1425)

Feature Writing Team- Ms. Kroeker: email ckroeker@lcisd.org (Room 1425)

Headline Writing Team- Ms. Kroeker: email ckroeker@lcisd.org (Room 1425)

Informative Speaking Team– Mr. Duncan: email marc.duncan@lcisd.org (Room 1610)

Lincoln Douglas Debate– Mr. Duncan: email marc.duncan@lcisd.org (Room 1610)

Literary Criticism Team– Ms. Thompson: email Kathryn.thompson@lcisd.org (Room 1340)

Math Team- Ms. Vaca: email dvaca@lcisd.org (Room 2404)

News Writing Team- Ms. Kroeker: email ckroeker@lcisd.org (Room 1425)

Number Sense Team- Ms. Guidry: email rguidry@lcisd.org (Room 2412)

One Act Play/Set Design/Marketing Design- Mr. Duncan: email marc.duncan@lcisd.org (Room 1610)

Persuasive Speaking– Mr. Duncan: email marc.duncan@lcisd.org (Room 1610)

Poetry Interpretation– Ms. Kelley: email akelley@lcisd.org (Room 1646)

Prose Interpretation– Ms. Kelley: email akelley@lcisd.org (Room 1646)

Ready Writing Team– Ms. Thompson: email Kathryn.thompson@lcisd.org (Room 1340)

Science Team - Ms. Love: email jlove@lcisd.org (Room 2320)

Social Studies Team- Ms. Blowe: email stephanielyn.blowe@lcisd.org (Room 1446)

Spelling and Vocabulary Team– Ms. Gutierrez: email tgutierrez@lcisd.org (Room 1324)

Theatrical Design Costume & Makeup- Ms. Kelley: email akelley@lcisd.org (Room 1646)

EVERY WEDNESDAY IS COLLEGE WEAR WEDNESDAY AT THE RANCH! FIND A STAFF MEMBER THAT HAS THE SAME COLLEGE ON, HAVE THEM TWEET IT OUT, AND YOU WILL BOTH BE ENTERED INTO A GIFT CARD DRAWING AT THE END OF EACH MONTH! SEE TWEETED PICS FROM THIS WEEK! USE OUR HASHTAG #WEAREGR

COURSE SELECTION IS ONGOING FOR THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR! PLEASE SEE THE INFO BELOW FROM OUR GRHS COUNSELORS FOR THE TIMELINE. ADDITIONAL INFO CAN BE FOUND ON THEIR CANVAS PAGE (see link)

GRHS Timeline for Course Selection for the 2022-23 School Year


  • Starting February 7th-March 11th: Counselors will begin meeting one on one with every student about their classes for next year. This is a several week process. We start with juniors, then sophomores, and finally freshman. During this one on one meeting, counselors verify with the student the classes they chose and answer any questions they have.

STAY TIGHT Longhorns!

Mobile Learning Device (MLD) Posters Hanging In All Classrooms Since Day 1! Parents, if there is an emergency DURING CLASS TIME, and you need to contact your student, please keep them out of trouble by CALLING THE FRONT OFFICE at 832-223-4200 and we will get them a message! Thanks for your help in keeping instructional time sacred!

Behavior Reminders!

  • No ID = NO PHONE (even during lunch/advisory) If you refuse to put them up, it's a write up.
  • No "hood" (from hoodies) or beanie (covering ears) can be worn INSIDE the building.
  • Phones must be put away at AT ALL TIMES during instructional time, unless there is an instruction purpose GIVEN by the teacher and the sign is on GREEN. If you refuse to follow this, it will be a write up. (Phones are allowed before the 8:15 bell, during your lunch and advisory, and after 3:40pm)
  • Ignoring teachers/staff when they are asking you to put on ID or to put your phone up will be a write up. (That's just disrespect)
  • In the hallways without an ID AND a pass during class time, will be a write up.
  • Instigating, participating, or videoing an altercation (regardless of how small) will be a write up. If you are part of a fight, you will be placed at ALC.

SECOND SEMESTER TARDY POLICY!

SENIORS...NEWSLETTER came out last Wednesday! Check your LCISD Email for Upcoming HARD Deadlines for Class Favorites Voting and Service Hours Inputting!

Need a Smart Tag Replacement? They cost $5 and you MUST USE THE LINK BELOW!

GRHS COVID POSITIVE NOTIFICATION PROCEDURES

If your student tests positive for COVID-19 please follow the steps below to notify the campus.


While you are TEMPORARILY OUT you still have access to your teachers CANVAS pages to help you stay as connected as possible during this short period. Once you get back we will work with you (during advisory/before/after school) to get caught up.


TWO PEOPLE THAT NEED TO BE EMAILED IMMEDIATELY:

  1. GRHS Nurse - Sandra May sandra.may@lcisd.org
  2. Your student's Assistant Principal (listed below by last name alpha split)

Admin contact info (by last name alpha split):

Chris Cuellar - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split A-Dan) ccuellar@lcisd.org

Carrie Yanta -Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Dao-Hou) cyanta@lcisd.org

Jessie Eilenstine Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Hov-Mom) jessie.eilenstine@lcisd.org

Judy Momanyi - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Mon-Sac) judith.momanyi@lcisd.org

Marquesha Coy - Assisitant Principal (Alpha Split Sad-Z) mcoy@lcisd.org


In the email please include:

  1. Student Name
  2. Grade Level
  3. Student ID
  4. Date of Confirmed POSITIVE

ID's Mandatory! We GIFTED you a NEW one this semester! It's up to your to wear it!


  • LANYARDS W/GRHS ISSUED ID - ALL GRHS STUDENTS SHOULD NOW HAVE AN ID AND LANYARD AND ARE EXPECTED TO BE WEARING IT 100% OF THE TIME INSIDE OUR BUILDING!
  • NEED A NEW LANYARD/ID BRING $5 to the library between 8:00-8:15am!
  • GRHS ID's must be VISIBLY WORN on the TOP half of your body. If you refuse, you will have disciplinary consequences. NO more temporaries will be given out.


SAFETY IS KEY! Being responsible for 2645 students is a big job, and I need for all GRHS staff to be able to identify and assist students quickly. Thanks for following this rule.

GRHS DRESS CODE - REVIEW IT - KNOW IT - BE IN IT!

The 2022 GRHS Legacy Yearbook is on sale now! Go to Balfour.com, enter George Ranch HS in the Search Bar on top and click on the yearbook below. You may order the book, any accessories you’d like and even order a Senior Tribute Ad for your CO2022 grad right from the website. Payment is secure on the Balfour.com website and the book will be delivered to your student next May at The Ranch.


Remember Longhorns, the earlier you order the better the price of the book! Order today!

Questions? Get in touch with Mr. Terrando at 832.223.4236 or via email at thomas.terrando@lcisd.org.

Click the link below to order your 21-22 yearbook now!

Click the PDF Link Below for Early Pick Up Procedures

Have a New Driver? Need a VOE? We have you covered!

Verification of Enrollment (VOE) Request

If you are needing to request a verification of enrollment (VOE), to obtain a student permit or license, please email Mrs. Lujan at blujan@lcisd.org


In the email request, please include student's id number. Please note that it takes 1 business day to process VOE request.


Please note that VOE expires 30 days after it is signed.


Child Support/ Verification of Enrollment Letter

If you are needing to request a VOE letter for child support, please email Mrs. Hall at rhall@lcisd.org


This letter will list the student's expected graduation date and confirm the student is currently enrolled.


Please note that it takes 1 business day to process VOE letter request.

GRHS Admin Team Support

Our Admin Team is ready and willing to support! We are available (via email) during business hours and will be promptly getting back with you for assistance.


Please feel free to reach out to your child's Assistant Principal (alpha split by last name) for student specific concerns or assistance.


Heather Patterson - Principal hpatterson@lcisd.org

Brian Forshee - Associate Principal bforshee@lcisd.org

Chris Cuellar - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split A-Dan) ccuellar@lcisd.org

Carrie Yanta -Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Dao-Hou) cyanta@lcisd.org

Jessie Eilenstine Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Hov-Mom) jessie.eilenstine@lcisd.org

Judy Momanyi - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Mon-Sac) judith.momanyi@lcisd.org

Marqueshah Coy - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Sad-Z) mcoy@lcisd.org

Nicholas Cavallo - GRHS Campus Athletic Coordinator (athletic concerns/questions) ncavallo@lcisd.org

Counselors, College Career Facilitator, and Registrar Squad!

Our GRHS Counselors, College Career Facilitator, and Registrar are ready and available to support you. The best way to contact them is via email and they will be getting back with you for assistance within 24 business hours. From schedule questions, college questions, transcript requests, to any student concern our GRHS team is here to assist you and your child. Feel free to email them with any questions or concerns. (Alpha Split by Student LAST Name for Counselors)


Counselors:

Jamie Rufo (alpha split A-Dan) jrufo@lcisd.org

Stacey Richards (alpha split Dao-Hou) stacey.richards@lcisd.org

Abraham Vil (alpha split Hov-Mom) abraham.vil@lcisd.org

Alicia Henley-Stegent Dual Credit & (alpha split Mon-Sac) alicia.stegent@lcisd.org

Ashley Hunt (alpha split Sad-Z) ashley.hunt@lcisd.org

Carin Reeves 504/AP creeves@lcisd.org


Lauren Ford - College Career Facilitator (CCF)- lauren.ford@lcisd.org

Marci Macha -George Ranch Registrar - mamacha@lcisd.org

Follow Us on Twitter! @WeAreGRHS Search for our hashtag #WeAreGR and see what is all going on with our Longhorns!

Here’s the link to the GRHS Student News, Episode 22!

GRHS STUDENT NEWS, E22, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Floral Design students “Crowned” our Counselors and Administrators as a thank you for promoting FFA! #NationalFFAWeek #FloralDesign

ELIZABETHAN PROJECTS IN ENGLISH!

Mr. Jenkins wrapped up our Black History Spotlights on Morning Announcements by sharing Coach Lydell Wilson's story and Pamela shared Ms. Jammer's FFA story! Love learning about our own Black History makers right here at the Ranch!

Thank you George Ranch HS - together we collected over $180 to donate to the Sugar Land Animal Shelter! Congrats to Kristina Farrow & Claire Kieffer on winning the Gift Cards!

Thank you for stopping by and sharing your amazing @TexasFFA story with me Mrs. Jammer!! #FFAWeek

SOFTBALL/BASEBALL!

The Longhorn Softball program faced a competitive Elkins team on Tuesday. JV came away with the win of 13-0. B. Bielitz worked hard on the mound and had a triple. Varsity put up a strong fight but fell short with a score of 6-4. Overall, defense was solid with two stellar catches by K. Deas and strong plays at short by S. Compian. K. Deas went 3 for 3 in the box and our bats are waking up! Proud of these teams and their fight.

Baseball

The 9th grade longhorns lost to Pearland High School 8-2. Offensively, Blake Beheler hit a 2 run Homerun in the 2nd inning. Herman Hernandez, Mason Gentles, Colton Yanta and Nathaniel Vogler all pitched against the oilers.


Varsity baseball - Bradley Hermes came in to slam the door in the top of the 9th and Grant Reynolds hit the game winning single to score Drew Psyk to beat Pearland 6-5 in extra innings. Reese Beheler went 3-4 and had 3 RBIs for the Longhorns.


The JV Baseball Team took on the Pearland Oilers Monday Night in their first non-district game of the year. The Horns lost the game 13-3 after the Oilers caught fire early and kept the lead for the entirety of the game. The Horns will look to rebound Thursday in the first day of the LCISD JV Tournament on Thursday.


Varsity baseball lost 3-2 to Jersey Village in the first game of the Cy Fair Varsity Tournament. Reese Beheler and Tre Akins had an RBI and Beau Beaty pitched 4 solid innings but it was not enough to defeat the Falcons.


The JV Longhorn Baseball Team took on the Katy Taylor Mustangs Friday in their first match up in the LCISD JV Baseball Tournament. The Horns came away with a 4-3 victory after Cody Ford knocked in the winning run before the game hit the time limit. Both Trent Richards and Briggs Surratt held the Mustangs batters in check and kept the game within striking distance. The Horns will take on the Ridge Point Panthers Saturday as the tournament continues.


Tanner Calvo had a strong outing on the mound but the Mustangs were too much for the Longhorns who fell 3-1.


Varsity baseball - Tre Aikens’ game winning single scored Drew Psyk as the Longhorns walked off against Klein Collins 4-3. Bradley Hermes had a strong start on the mound and Jackson Reifel picked up his first varsity win against the Tigers. The win evens up the Longhorns’ record at 2-2 for the year.

TENNIS

The longhorn varsity tennis team traveled to Clear Brook this week. Unfortunately, the weather didn't cooperate and we weren't able to finish the tournament. When the rained picked back up, Cristian Johnson & Josh Minotti were competing in A & B Boys Singles semifinal consolation matches. While Tyler Gray and Rayne Ripoll had just qualified for the A Mixed Doubles finals consolation. The team looks forward to participate in the Katy Tournament next week!


The longhorn Freshman tennis team played well at the Humble Tournament this week! The team earned five medals in total. Claire Schilling won 2nd place in the A Girls Singles division. She faced off against strong players from Covenant Prep and Kingwood High School. Avery Knight also competed in the A Girls Singles division and brought home a medal for winning the consolation draw. She lost in a competitive match in the first round of the tournament to a talented player from Kingwood who ended up winning 1st in the main draw. In B Girls Singles, Solana Argao went undefeated and earned 1st place. She defeated talented players from Dobie, Deer Park, and Atascocita. Doubles team of Edie Oestreich and Sophia Crescini earned the 3rd place medal in the B Girls Doubles division. They had great communication on the court and beat talented teams from Friendswood and Atascocita. Shoutout to all athletes on successfully competing in another tournament and representing our school in the best light possible.


The Longhorn JV tennis team saw much success at the Deer Park Tournament! The team brought home trophies in 5 of the 10 divisions. Victor Gonzalez and Addison Powell won 1st place in the A Mixed Doubles draw. This dynamic duo faced off against competitive doubles teams from Clear Brook, Stratford, and Dulles but came out undefeated. Nadia Badillo and Isabella Leung won 2nd place in the A Girls Doubles draw. Despite this being a new doubles pairing, these girls had great chemistry on the court. In the A Boys Doubles division, Christian Le and Zayne Smith earned 3rd place overall. They played great tennis all day, but ultimately fell short to a talented team from Kingwood 7 to 9. Mark Warren and Hayden Gazaway won 2nd place in the B Boys Doubles division. They played smart tennis all day, but ended up losing in the finals to a strong boys doubles team from Memorial. Mixed doubles team of Bryson Vyvial and Aniston Lovetinsky won the consolation draw of the B division. This duo communicated well on the court in all their matches. Congratulations to all athletes on a great day of tennis and overall growth!

SOCCER

BOYS


The Boys Varsity Soccer Team competed in their second game in as many days, but unlike Monday fell to the Bush Broncos 1-0. The Horns battled a tough Broncos team as well as a tough wind the entire night. The Horns will look to get back to their winning ways Friday Night.


The JV Boys Soccer Team took on the Bush Broncos Tuesday Night at Longhorn Stadium. The Longhorns and Broncos battled to a 0-0 tie in touch conditions for both teams. The Horns were led by Carter Miller who was tasked with stopping Bush’s shot attempts to keep the game tied. The Horns will return to action Friday Night.


The JV Longhorn Soccer Team took on the Austin Bulldogs Friday Night. The Horns fought hard but in the end were unable to match the Bulldogs goal total as the final ended 3-1 on the Bulldogs favor. Tamah Chi added the Longhorns lone goal of the night. The Horns will continue district play Tuesday Night.



The Longhorns Varsity soccer team took on the Austin Bulldogs Friday night in a cold and wet battle that ended in penalties. The Horns ended up with an EXCITING win on an Andre Vargas shot 5-4. The horns will continue through district play with their next contest coming up on Monday. Way to go Horns!

GIRLS

The girls soccer team traveled to Elkins Friday night to take on the Lady Knights. The JV girls came out strong and scored early to take control of the game and came away with a 3-0 win! The varsity girls had to battle back from an early goal in the second half to come away with a 2-1 victory. Ava Costa scored both goals in the game coming from Bailey Crouch assist. This win in the second round sends the girls in to a tie for second place in the district race.


The girls soccer hosted the Lady Tigers of Travis on Tuesday night. The JV girls played in a battle game and ended in a 0-0 game. The varsity girls celebrated teacher night and showed all of their parents and teachers about girls soccer. The girls came away with a 4-1 victory. Taylor Holcombe, Emma Garza, Brynn Johnson and Kacey Elhen all scored goals. Annie Schoditsch assisted 2 goals, with Kristyn Moore and Bailey Crouch assisting 1 each. The girls travel to Austin on Friday to take on the Bulldogs.

TRACK

BOYS

Freshmen and Jv Boys handled business at the Dulles Vikings Relays. Joaquin Barlow placed 1st in the 100m and Ryan Barton finished 1st in the 200m. Derek Jimenez placed 1st in the 800m. Both Relays placed 1st. 4x1(Brandon Everett, Joaquin Barlow, Ryan Barton, Christian Lee) 4x2 (Jett Roberts, Joaquin Barlow, Ryan Barton, Christian Lee) Vernon Greene placed 1st in discus and 3rd in shot put. Joshua Akaluso placed 1st in triple jump. For JV, Jackson Muckelroy placed 3rd in the 100m and 2nd in long jump.. Jacob Lyons lead the us in the 200m with 1st place. Davin Perez placed 2nd. We were able to finish 1st(Rogelio Hernandez) 2nd(Armani Obasi) in the 400m. Tobias Herrea finished 2nd place in the 800m. William Neel placed 1st and Dominc Accardo finished 2nd in the 3200m. Adrian Falkquay finished 1st place in the 300m hurdles and 1st place in the 110m hurdles. In the 4x1 (, Adrian Falkquay, Jackson Muckelroy, Christopher Chijioke) relay the team finished 2nd place. Colin McLemore, Kachi Okoye, Jesus Ludert, Christopher Chijioke placed 1st in the 4x2. Kachi Okoye finished 2nd in the Triple Jump. Grayson Betton placed 3rd in discus.

GIRLS

On Thursday February 10th, the JV girls travelled to Clements high school to compete in the Ranger relays JV track meet. The girls took home the team title with help from the following point contributors. 100 meter dash: Emorie Proctor – 6th 200 meter dash: Jacquelyn Alvarez – 4th 400 meter dash: Akira Brown – 5th 800 meter run: Kianna Stamps - 3rd 1600 meter run: Ava Lorber 1st, Heidi Smith 3rd, Grace Howell 5th 3200 meter run: Hayley Moffett 1st, Ava Lorber 2nd, Heidi smith 3rd 100 meter hurdles: Amber Affam 1st 4x100 meter relay (Jacquelyn Alvarez, Ashlynn Gaffney, Deborah Hurst, and Ambar Affam) 2nd 4x200 meter relay: (Jacquelyn Alvarez, Ashlynn Gaffney, Deborah Hurst, and Traicy Kaya-Kaya) 2nd 4x400 meter relay: (Alex Martiniez, Akira Brown, OG Mahonwu, Kianna Stamps) 3rd Long Jump; Alex Martinez 5th Shot put: Kasiana Rocha 3rd Discus: Kasiana Rocha 1st, Naomi Igbi 3rd Triple Jump: Amber Affam 1st, Alex Martinez 3rd, and Ashley Akarue 4th. High Jump: Dustin Kennedy 3rd, Traicy Kaya-Kaya 4th Viviana Rojas 6th Pole Vault: Kylie Johnson 1st, Savannah Agudelo 4th, Gabriella Bracksieck 6th Great work Ladies! You all made us coaches incredibly proud to have you all start our season so incredibly strong.


On Thursday February 17th, the JV girls travelled to Dulles high school to compete in in a truly Frigid Viking invitational. The girls took home the team title with help from the following point contributors. 100 meter dash: Jacquelyn Alvarez 3rd, Deborah hurst 5th 200 meter dash: Emorie Proctor 3rd, Victoria Obasuyi 4th, Jocelyn Torres 5th 400 meter dash: Akira Brown 2nd, Reagan Hensley 4th , and Alex Martinez 5th 800 meter run: Kianna Stamps 1st, OG Mahonwu 3rd, Brianna Buford 6th 3200 meter run: Ava Lorber 1st, Heidi Smith 3rd, Grace Howell 4th 100 meter hurdles: Andrea Gutierrez 1st, Amber Affam 2nd 300 meter hurdles: Andrea Gutierrez 1st, Amber Affam 2nd 4x100 meter relay (Jacquelyn Alvarez, Ashlynn Gaffney, Deborah Hurst, and Victoria Obasuyi) 2nd 4x200 meter relay: (Jacquelyn Alvarez, Ashlynn Gaffney, Deborah Hurst, and Victoria Obasuyi) 2nd Long Jump; Ashley Akarue 6th Shot put: Iysatu Kargbo 1st, Kasiana Rocha 2nd, Naomi Igbinovia 4th Discus: Iysatu Kargbo 2nd , Kasiana Rocha 3rd, Naomi Igbinovia 5th Triple Jump: Amber Affam 1st, and Ashley Akarue 4th. High Jump: Britt Bludau 4th , Dustin Kennedy 5th Great work Ladies! The girls will be back in after at Marshall High School to take on the best of the rest next week!