The Raider Band sent three performing ensembles to the UIL Concert and Sight-Reading Contest last week. All three groups earned straight ones! The groups that competed were the Wind Ensemble, Wind Symphony, and the Symphonic Band. The students earned Sweepstakes trophies!
Last night,our theatre and musical theatre students celebrated the success of this year's musical production, BRING IT ON, at The Greater Austin High School Musical Theater Awards Ceremony at the Long Center. Cedar Ridge received twelve nominations this year and walked away last night with numerous awards including Best Leading Actress (Lena Owens), Best Lighting Design, and Best Choreography. In addition, Stephen Hamilton won an award in student design for his work as a graphic designer and several students won scholarships for their talents in musical theatre including Mickey May, Allie Mitchell, Jayda Cournoyer, and Stephanie Nwaneri. We are so proud of these students for their accomplishments!
Today, our Varsity Men's Choir competed at UIL and earned the following scores:
1st Division Superior- Stage
2nd Division Excellent- Sight reading
And finally, today, seven Cedar Ridge Raider athletes officially signed with universities and colleges.
Brianna McClure, Track and Field- University of Texas @ Arlington
Tyra Banks, Basketball- University of Texas@ Dallas
Monae Smith, Basketball- Oklahoma Baptist University
Gabby Ginapp, Volleyball- Henderson State University
CeCe Garza, Swimming- St. Francis University
Jackson Roberts, Track Cross Country- Adams State
Scott Roberts, Swimming- Kalamazoo College
Congratulations, Raiders, for a job well done!
