SOAR Magazine - Fall 2023

SOAR FALL 2023

THREE AHS STUDENTS REACH NEW HEIGHTS IN NAVAL PILOT PROGRAM ALLEN HIGH SCHOOL CAPTURES SECOND PLACE IN PRESTIGIOUS LONE STAR CUP LOIS LINDSEY’S LOVE OF LEARNING

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THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF ALLEN ISD Produced by the Allen ISD Communications Department FALL 2023

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ANDERSON RIBBON CUTTING

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RENOVATION AT EVANS ELEMENTARY

7. NATIONAL MERIT 11. TEACHER EXTERNSHIPS 13. LONE STAR CUP

AHS STUDENTS IN PILOT PROGRAM

LOIS LINDSEY’S LOVE OF LEARNING

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14. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT NIGHT 22. HALL OF HONOR 24. ALLEN ISD CONVOCATION

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ANDERSON EARLY CHILDHOOD HOLDS RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY FOR START OF SCHOOL WRITTEN BY STEVEN OFFIELD, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING

Anderson Early Childhood School recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the first year the school will be educating and impacting pre-k students in Allen ISD. The event was attended by family members of namesake George Anderson, board members, staff, and families new to the school.

“This marks a milestone in Allen ISD’s history. The opening of the George Anderson Early Childhood School symbolizes our commitment to nurturing the minds of our youngest learners,” said Superintendent Dr. Robin Bullock. “With this school, we are laying the foundation for a lifelong love of learning, setting our children on a path to success from the very beginning.”

The 2023-2024 school year will be the first year all pre-kindergarten students in Allen ISD are at the same campus. This will encourage collaboration among colleagues, promote a cohesive approach to professional learning, and ultimately provide improved learning opportunities in the classroom.

“Starting this year, children from all over our school district will travel to this campus to begin their young educational journey,” said Board Vice President Kevin Cameron. “In twelve years, they’ll cross the graduation stage as Allen Eagles, but they will look back proudly on their first years of school as Anderson All Stars. And that is something that I believe is truly inspiring.”

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George J. Anderson was a lifelong educator in Allen. After many years of service with Allen ISD, the Board of Trustees visited his house early one morning and brought the declaration that they were naming a school after him. That morning he said, “I now have 900 children this year.” Mr. Anderson could always be counted on to shake the hands of students and families to welcome them on their first day of school until his passing in 2003.

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ALLEN ISD HAS RECORD NUMBER OF SEMIFINALISTS IN THE 2024 NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM WRITTEN BY STEVEN OFFIELD, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING

Allen ISD is pleased to announce 43 semifinalists in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program, which is a new record for the district.

These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,140 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $28 million that will be offered next spring.

The National Merit Scholarship Program will announce the 2024 winners in four nationwide news releases beginning in April and concluding in July.

Congratulations to the following students for being among the top 1% of the more than 1.3 million students who entered the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2022 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/ NMSQT).

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NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALISTS Lila Amey Rafay Azeem Amogh Bankapur Ashwin Bastia Anish Bisht Andrew Bourinski Julia Brueggen Daniel Bui Nithin Chandra Ananya Chevva Luan Dang Shivanshi Das Kathryn Davis Anushka Deshmukh Srijishnu Devarapalli Austin Dlugosch Pearson Edgington Joshua Fair Michelle Feng Liam Fucich Ishaan Gupta Fayyad Hasnain

Dennis Hodgkins Onik Hoque Sunny Hsiung Carl Hu Joshua Huntzinger Ian Ignacio Hiresh Jain Andrew Kim Byul Kim Blake Maulsby Jane Moses Zafir Nasim Warith Rahman Sarthak Sharma Carson Smith Rishi Srikanth Herish Tripathi Leviz Leo Vithayathil Drew Warninghoff Anthony Xu Eric Yang

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THREE AHS STUDENTS SOAR TO NEW HEIGHTS IN NAVAL PILOT PROGRAM WRITTEN BY KEITH TAYLOR, WEBMASTER & SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

Three Allen High School students recently learned to soar to new heights. Literally.

AHS seniors Taylor Carroll, Hannah Bartlett and Nickole Rios recently completed an intensive eight-week pilot training program over the summer in the highly selective US Navy Summer Flight Academy. Not only were they the only three students chosen from a single high school, they were also among only 28 elite students chosen nationwide for the program.

The opportunity allowed the students to earn college credits and obtain their Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) private pilot certificate, a significant accomplishment for high schoolers. The scholarship, valued at $30,000, covered transportation, lodging, meals, and the $25,000 pilot course, making it an invaluable experience for these aspiring aviators.

Then we would study for the rest of the night. Training was pretty much all we did.

It was all flight school. I did find a coach out there to help me with physical training. We flew every day depending on the weather.”

While most pilot training programs are typically less intense and do not involve daily flying, the Navy program pushes its participants to retain large amounts of information in a condensed timeframe.

“It was faster-paced than normal pilot training,” Hannah said. “Most training would not be as intense. It wouldn’t be every single day. You have to retain all this information from flight training and ground school in a short amount of time.”

Although the journey was intensive, they enjoyed the challenging course.

The ultimate goal of these young aviators has been deeply influenced by their experiences in the program. Taylor expressed her newfound passion for flying helicopters in the military, inspired by a Marine pilot she met during her training.

“We had flight training from 8 a.m. to noon,” Taylor said. “We would break for lunch, then from 1 to 4, we would have ground school.

“She flies Cobras (Marine Attack Helicopters), and during cross-country flights, she would tell me about her experiences flying them.

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Pictured (Left to Right): Nickole Rios, Hannah Bar

After talking with her, I began to realize rather than flying a plane, I could go on to fly helicopters in the military. So, that’s where I’m heading right now.”

Hannah, on the other hand, is eyeing a career in commercial aviation, with the goal of obtaining her instructor’s license.

“I’m really interested in a career in aviation,” she said. “I’ve only experienced the military side of aviation so far, but I’ve learned about commercial aviation, and I definitely want to get my instructor’s license so I can teach pilots and maybe some of my family how to fly.”

rtlett, and Taylor Carroll.

Nickole shared her desire to work in aviation as well, with possibilities such as becoming a mechanic, pilot, or engineer.

Despite the demanding nature of the program, all three students successfully completed their training and now hold their private pilot certificates. They are eager to continue their aviation journeys by pursuing more flight training and working towards instrument ratings.

All three have their sights set on service academies and a future in the military or continuing to participate in ROTC in college.

Throughout their experiences, they had the support of their families and fellow cadets.

“My parents were very proud of me -- and us. It was an amazing program. It was a very challenging and rewarding experience,” Taylor said.

Hannah shared her gratitude for the collaborative environment of the program, which contrasted with her competitive academic background.

environment to one where everyone is on the same playing field was a very big culture shock for me and I loved it.”

Nickole also appreciated the camaraderie among cadets, emphasizing, “Everybody worked together. We helped each other with tests. When we passed, everyone was giving high fives. I learned I could go through difficult challenges and do things myself, also with the support of my parents and the other cadets and instructors.”

“They told us from day one that it’s collaboration, not competition. So, coming from a very competitive academic

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ALLEN ISD SECONDARY TEACHERS PARTICIPATE IN EXTERNSHIP PROGRAM WITH LOCAL BUSINESSES WRITTEN BY CATHERINE GREGORY, STRATEGIC INITIATIVES COORDINATOR

Allen ISD recently partnered with Workforce Solutions of North Central Texas to provide 23 teachers and counselors the opportunity to work with local businesses and organizations for a summer externship.

With the help of Allen Economic Development Corporation, the educators were matched with local industry partners based on areas of instruction and personal interest. Educators spent a total of 24 hours shadowing these business professionals, and they then used their

experience to write a high-quality lesson plan to take their learning into the classroom.

“The experiences these teachers gained will have a chance to ignite the spark of curiosity and foster a deeper understanding of the connections between classroom learning and the real world,” said Superintendent Dr. Robin Bullock. “As a result, we will be better suited to develop students who will graduate Allen High School academically prepared for their future pursuits.”

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ALLEN HIGH SCHOOL CAPTURES SECOND PLACE IN PRESTIGIOUS LONE STAR CUP WRITTEN BY KEITH TAYLOR, WEBMASTER & SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

Reflecting Allen ISD’s commitment to a culture of excellence, Allen High School placed second in the prestigious University Interscholastic League (UIL) Lone Star Cup for 20222023.

“This achievement reinforces our SOAR 2030 goals and is a testament to the hard work and talent of our students, coaches and educators,” said Superintendent Dr. Robin Bullock. “Our achievements reflect the commitment of our parents and staff in preparing our students for future successes.”

In class 6A, The Woodlands Highlanders earned 117 points, finishing ahead of Allen High School with 98 and Carroll at 90.

The UIL Lone Star Cup considers performance in various competitions, including academics athletics and fine arts events. For a school to rank highly, excellence is required in several competitions throughout the school year.

Allen High School’s success reflects a community and district commitment to fostering high levels of academic, athletics, and fine arts achievements for all students.

At the heart of Allen High School’s success lies a strong academic commitment to launch students into successful careers in school and beyond. The Academic Team’s state championship reflects the strength of the district’s pursuit of educational excellence.

The Eagles also advanced in the competition with a state championship in Wrestling. Additionally, Eagle teams advanced far enough into the playoffs to score Cup points. Those teams were Football, Baseball, Basketball, Volleyball, Golf, Swimming & Diving, Soccer, Track and Field, and Tennis.

In addition to academics and athletics, Allen High School’s Fine Arts programs have consistently placed highly in competitions. The school’s choir, orchestra, band, and theater teams have received individual performance accolades in addition to the musical groups placing high in state rankings, showcasing the depth of talent within the school’s fine arts community.

The Lone Star Cup program began during the 1997-98 school year. The program recognizes high schools for their overall team achievements. All UIL member high schools in good standing are included and in contention for the UIL Lone Star Cup.

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ALLEN ISD HOSTS COMMUN Allen ISD recently hosted another Community Engagement Night where community members in Allen were able to hear from district and community leaders on many important topics.

Sessions included Substance Abuse Prevention, Safety and Security Update, New to Allen Family Session, Addressing Anxiety in Kids, School Finance 101, a high school panel about how to get involved, led by Allen High School student leaders, and a middle school panel about how to prepare for the middle school years, led by all 3 middle school principals.

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SUMMER MAKEOVER: EVANS ELEMENTARY’S RENOVATION WRITTEN BY DAVID HICKS, CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

The start of a new school year is always an exciting time, but for the students, teachers, and staff at Evans Elementary, this year’s return was nothing short of breathtaking. Over the summer, Evans Elementary underwent a remarkable renovation that transformed the school into a vibrant learning environment.

Students and parents had a chance to see the new renovations for the first time during the “Meet the Teacher” event in August. The reaction was similar for most who entered the building: their jaws dropped. The campus now sports a purple and gray color scheme to match the school’s logo, and spaces have been updated to meet current learning styles.

Even older siblings who no longer attend Evans had a chance to see the updated campus and were shocked at the renovation.

Principal Justin Preston expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “This renovation not only gives kids a chance to build connections and strengthen relationships but also provides them with a space to collaborate and problemsolve in high-performing teams. I’m a big believer in the idea that the environment impacts your performance, and working in an open, beautiful space can help drive these outcomes for students and teachers alike.”

One of the key highlights of the renovation is the creation of dedicated collaborative spaces throughout the school. Erica Butler, a 4th grade math and science teacher who’s been with Evans since 2013, shared her excitement, saying, “Last year, I had to huddle students in awkward spaces to encourage collaboration, but now we have the space, materials, and opportunity to enhance collaboration. It encourages students to try new things, get out of their seats, and work together.”

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The renovation also introduced flexible furniture that allows for easy mixed grouping and collaborative movement.

Butler emphasized how this furniture promotes life skills and confidencebuilding, explaining, “These spaces provide an experience of working out problems together and building confidence in front of their peers.”

Roy, and Harper, provided their unique perspective on the campus renovation.

Stella mentioned the refreshing change in the school’s appearance, while Roy appreciated the open and spacious feel of the new school. Harper highlighted how the renovation has positively impacted collaboration and flexibility in their learning spaces.

One significant change is the addition of designated areas for each grade level while still allowing all students to use the collaborative spaces. This flexibility promotes interaction among students of different ages, fostering a sense of unity within the school community.

When asked about their parents’ reactions, Harper shared that her parents see the new building as an opportunity for students of different grades to interact and learn from each other. Roy’s parents likened the school to an office where people can work together, emphasizing the open and collaborative environment.

Stella’s family was amazed at how different the school now looks and feels

But don’t just take the word of campus staff. Three Evans 6th-graders, Stella,

compared to last school year.

The students also discussed their favorite features of the renovated school. Harper mentioned the numerous collaborative spaces, while Roy appreciated the more spacious environment. Stella was particularly excited about the library’s transformation into a central hub of the school.

The new furniture in the school has been a game-changer for the students.

Roy explained how it allows him and his classmates to adapt their learning environment to their needs, whether working independently, in small groups, or larger teams. Stella and Harper emphasized the improvement it provides in terms of seating and collaborative work.

The students also emphasized the importance of spaces outside the traditional classroom setting. These spaces encourage creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving, preparing students for real-world challenges.

As you walk through the doors of Evans Elementary, Roy explains that you can’t help but feel the “Evans spirit” that now permeates the school. This spirit is characterized by a sense of unity, pride, and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. It’s a spirit that sets the tone for a successful school year.

to approve the 2020 bond election, the students have a heartfelt message: “Thank you!” As Harper aptly put it, “It’s been the best start to a school year!”

Evans Elementary’s transformation is a testament to the power of community support, innovative design, and a commitment to providing the best educational experience for our students.

“The future is bright for Evans Elementary,” said Preston, “and I can’t wait to see the incredible achievements that will take place within these newly revitalized walls.”

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COLLIN COLLEGE INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENTS ARE MAKING DIGITAL PLANS WRITTEN BY AMY Y. GARRISON

The next time you attend a workshop, tradeshow, or school event at one of Collin College’s conference centers, take a moment and observe the layout of the room, the way the furniture is arranged, and how the aisles are adequately spaced. Did you know the functionality of that space was made possible by Collin College Interior Design students?

Last year, Collin’s Conference Services Assistant Director Trevina Height reached out to Architecture and Construction Director Craig Johnson to see if the Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) students would be interested in creating digital floor plans for the college’s conference centers. When Lead Professor of Interior Design Debi Fuller heard about the request, she quickly nominated her Commercial Design II class for the project, and this past spring they took on the challenge with tenacity and zeal.

“I knew that my Commercial Design II class would be perfect for this project because that is something young designers have to do when they graduate,” Fuller said. “Whether you work at a residential or commercial firm, field verification is an important part of designing floor plans, and it’s not always as easy as you think. There is an extensive amount of documentation required in this process.”

What is field verification? According to Fuller, field verification is physically measuring, examining, and documenting everything in a space or building to create floor plans. For this project, it took the students two weeks to complete the field verification.

“I divided the students up into four teams, and I partnered with one of the students,” Fuller said. “Each student was given a space, and each one had a laser measurement device that would allow them to measure the room without a tape measure. They hand sketched the dimensions, photographed the rooms to capture the different heights and door openings, recorded the furniture, and each team divided the space they were going to document.”

This was the first year that the Commercial Design II class was being taught, and Fuller wanted her students to have a real-life experience of what to expect in the interior design industry.

“I reviewed the students’ documentation and had them return to the space to edit and make necessary changes,” Fuller said. “They had to arrange the furniture in the different

layout options they had created which included seating options for a lecture hall, a banquet hall, and a classroom.”

Fuller set standards to ensure that all the plans – dimensions, typeface, font sizes, and furniture symbols – were all consistent. Once the field verifications were completed, the students uploaded the information into a computer to create the digital plans.

The entire process was a learning curve. Although it was the students’ second year in the program, it was their first time completing a project of this magnitude. They learned how to use a laser measuring device, understand building codes, and create digital plans.

“When the students were first learning Revit, they struggled because it was so hard to learn,” Fuller said. “By the end of the semester, you saw an entirely different persona. They were so proud of themselves because they could draw a space and then convert it into a 3-D rendering of a room.”

The students weren’t the only ones who were proud of their project results. Height, the assistant director of Conference Services, was delighted to receive the new digital plans.

Because the plans are digital, she can now demonstrate the different ways clients can utilize various spaces at the conference centers.

“This project will assist both internal and external customers because it provides a visual glance of what’s possible in the event spaces,” Height said. “The students did an awesome job with the layouts. They measured and made sure everything was drawn to scale.”

This project provided Collin College with 63 digital plans for the conference centers. The students that made it all possible have since earn an Associate in Applied Science in Interior Deisgn, and some have achieved their career plans and are working as interior designers. To learn more about the Interior Design program, visit www.collin.edu/department/ constructionmanagement/interiordesign.html. To find out more about additional workforce programs at the Technical Campus, visit www.collin.edu/campuses/technical.

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LOIS LINDSEY’S LOVE O WRITTEN BY DAVID HICKS, CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

All of the namesakes in Allen ISD have a special connection to the school district, but Lois Lindsey has a unique perspective unlike any other. Mrs. Lindsey has worn three different hats by serving as a teacher, then a School Board member, and then a school namesake. Each of these titles has provided her with a special lens to see the school district from different viewpoints.

Despite having these different viewpoints, Mrs. Lindsey’s sole focus remains on the well being of both students and staff.

Mrs. Lindsey grew up in Huron, Ohio, and the value of a proper education was instilled in her at a young age.

“My mother held teachers in high regard and we were taught to value and respect our educators,” Lindsey said. “So from an early age, based upon what my mother taught me, I knew I wanted to become an educator.”

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Mrs. Lindsey earned her bachelor’s degree from Ohio State University and then a master’s degree from Kent State University.

She taught in the Ohio school system for more than 19 years before moving to the Houston area where she taught for Pasadena ISD for a year. Her husband, who worked in the oil business, found a new opportunity near Dallas, and Mrs. Lindsey’s legacy in Allen began.

“I started out as a substitute in Allen ISD, and then I became a teacher. I’ve taught a number of grade levels over my career, but I feel fortunate to have taught only first grade at Reed Elementary for the next 23 years. In fact, I was in the same classroom the whole time.”

During her teaching career, Mrs. Lindsey’s heart and devotion was poured into her classroom at Reed Elementary. As she began to near the end of her career, she knew that her desire to serve Allen ISD

had yet to fade. It didn’t take long for her to realize that she could leave an impressionable mark on the district by serving on the Board of Trustees.

“As a teacher, you have a certain level of influence. But within a school district, some decisions can only stop or start at the board’s level,” Mrs. Lindsey explained. “So I knew that once I retired, I wanted to give back to my community and have a say in that decision-making process that included the voice of an educator.”

Mrs. Lindsey says that her time on the Allen ISD School Board was eye-opening in a number of ways.

“I knew a lot about the schools, but I was surprised to learn the areas in which a board had authority and the areas it did not. Sometimes, decisions had to be made that may not have been popular with a specific campus or group of teachers, but

OF LEARNING the school board has to make decisions that are for the good of the entire school district.”

Mrs. Lindsey’s tenure on the Board lasted for two terms ranging from 2007 to 2013. She recalls the construction of the new Eagle Stadium as one of the most “fun and interesting” times she experienced as a Trustee. At first, Mrs. Lindsey was opposed to the new stadium, but her opinion began to change as she heard more about the project.

“I began to learn that it wasn’t just about football, and so many other student groups would participate in that facility,” Mrs. Lindsey said. “We had outgrown our old stadium, that was clear. So I listened to the reasons why – and being able to listen is such an important skill for a board member to have – and I soon changed my

viewpoint on the whole thing.”

At one point during the planning phase for the stadium, the district’s facilities director, Bobby Curtis, noted that Mrs. Lindsey hadn’t said much during the meeting. In her quick wit, she replied, “Well Bobby, I don’t know a lot about building a stadium. What I do know is that I plan to attend games well into my 80s, so you better be sure to put a lot of handrails throughout the place.”

Following the end of her second term, Mrs. Lindsey chose to retire from Board service. Soon after, she was honored with the recognition of a lifetime as she was chosen as the namesake of the district’s newest elementary school. Lois Lindsey Elementary School officially opened its doors on August 23, 2013.

presence at the elementary campus.

Justin Spies, Lindsey Elementary Principal, likens Mrs. Lindsey to a “celebrity” on campus every time she comes to visit to read to students or attend a PTA event.

“Everyone always wants their picture taken with Mrs. Lindsey because they love her so much,” Spies said. “Mrs. Lindsey, in her roles as both a lifelong educator and a school board member, serves as inspiration to our entire school. She has high expectations for all of us, but she presents it in her warm and caring personality. We are blessed to learn and work in a school building that bears her name.”

Over the past decade, Mrs. Lindsey has served as a caring and supportive

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ALLEN ISD ATHLETICS INDUCTS HALL OF HONOR CLASS OF 2023 WRITTEN BY STEVEN OFFIELD, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

The Allen ISD Athletics Department recently inducted into the Hall of Honor its Class of 2023. The honorees will be enshrined in the Athletic Hall of Honor at Allen Eagle Stadium.

Candidates are former athletes, employees, teams, or supporters of Allen ISD who graduated from Allen High School who have contributed to the culture of excellence in the Allen Eagle Athletic Program.

CLASS OF 2023 INDUCTEES 2013 State Champion Men’s Wrestling Team 2013 State Champion Football Team Cody Gambill Terry Gambill Toni Hedgcoxe Garcia Valerie Lauver Moll Marcus Shavers Maddie Szeryk Jeremiah Williams Jonathan Williams Jake Wortham Todd Wyckoff

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ALLEN ISD 2023 CONVOCATI The Allen ISD 2023 Convocation ceremony was bigger and better than ever!

This year’s theme for Convocation was We Go Together, symbolizing that the district is not a collection of individual schools, but a unified team with a singular goal.

Convocation included performances by the AHS band, Tallenettes, Cheerleaders, Colorguard, and solo performances from Jason Torres (AHS), who sang the National Anthem, and Hannah Horton (AHS), who sang a rendition of Hopelessly Devoted.

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