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Angela Luna

Class Of 2018

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-About Me -Persomal Statement -My Yearbook Experience -Layouts -Pictures -Resume -Work Experience -Future Goals

About me

She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.When she speaks, her words are wise,and she gives instructions with kindness. Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised.Reward her for all she has done. Let her deeds publicly declare her praise.

As a senior at conroe high school it’s a bitter sweet moment. I look back on how far I’ve come from the little girl who dreamt of becoming a teacher to being a young adult only a few months away from going to college to achieve that dream. Growing up i came from a family who didn’t attend college, and only my mother having a high school diploma. College was never encouraged nor discouraged but it seemed so unrealistic. I have worked incredibly hard to get to where i am today. i have two younger sisters who look up to me so everyday i try to be a good example and show them that even though we didn’t come from a family that attended college, we are whoever we want to be. being 17 in high school I’m proud to say that i had the extraordinary honor of being editor-in-chief of an organization that I’m so passionate about. I hope to go to SAM Houston and one day become a teacher, with a minor in journalism so someday i can be a yearbook teacher. I work with kids now and they are the loves of my life. Each day i see them grow to become more respectful, intelligent, kind, and bright. Knowing that i am able to influence and teach them is the most wonderful feeling. I grew to love children because of my mom. when my mom and dad got divorced my mom was on her own to provide for three little girls. she worked two jobs, one being a daycare which we attended. As we grew she stayed in the childcare business and i got to help the teachers in the class, seeing their passion and willingness to teach the kids inspired me.

322 Maple Ln. Conroe, Texas 7 7304 936.333.9868 angnluna@gmail.com

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Personal Statement

I came from a family that majority of them dropped out of high school and spent their entire lives jumping job to job to try to provide for their family. at the age of six my mom decided she wanted better for herself and for my sisters and i so she divorced my dad. My family has been faced with extremely difficult battles and obstacles to over come, and thank the lord above we have always managed to come out the other side as better people. After many years of struggling my mom decided it was time to go back to school and everyday since then she has worked to achieve that goal. I have an older sister who attends sam houston and plans to also become a teacher. Thanks to my mom and sister i know anything is possible as long as you work for it. Next fall i will be going to sam houston as well.

My Yearbook Experience I joined yearbook in 7th grade and have done it ever since. When i first joined yearbook i was extremely shy and hated the idea of having to talk to people. As the years have gone by it’s hard to believe i was ever that girls. Going from junior high yearbook to high school yearbook was a big difference. Junior high we created such a small book and in high school it’s a huge book. I started off on classes staff, and made one page and a lot of random stuff on each staff. My second year i was assistant editor and finally my third year i am editor-in-chief.

Each year without fail i meet incredible people and create friendships that will last a life time. yearbook is much more than creating a book, it helps you break out of your shell, express your creativity, and meet amazing people. Without yearbook my high school experience would not have been what it has been. i can’t begin to express how grateful i am for the opportunities I’ve had in this organization.

“Art is not what you see, but what you make other see.” -Edgar Degas

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Opening

Gathered around the table, Flare members watched as Angela Luna shows incomplete yearbook pages pointing out what work still needed to be done. With the theme ‘Like Never Before,’ the FLARE staff to capture content for the 80th edition. “I feel like this year’s book is going to be important, especially to everyone who worked on it,” Anja Thacker said. “Since it’s the seniors’ last yearbook and the freshman’s first we all want it to be amazing.” In a year of firsts, the FLARE opened applications to incoming freshman for the first time, to expand their organization and coverage. “I was in yearbook in Junior high and loved it, so I wanted to continue it in high school,” Princella Kusi said. With the foundation set for the year, the members set out to create this year’s book. “Although it was challenging to get things done, we eventually

As another generation passed through Conroe High School, one thing remained the same; the spirit grew more and more each year. Alumni came home to support their alma mater and cheered with current students. This year’s theme was like never before because everything was changing. For seniors, they made some of the most important decisions of their lives; deciding what college they would attend, what career they wanted, and who they were going to be. While underclassmen awaited the unfinished renovations, they slowly began to realize the difference between what really mattered and what didn’t. The school has a 10 year plan that by the time it is completely finished, past students won’t recognize it. Even though the school was changing and life decisions were being made, the pride of past and present tigers would always remain the same.

The theme Students enjoyed snow for the first time in nine years. Photo

The varsity football players helped out at the Harvey donation drive. Photo by Kara Gold

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With first deadline quickly approaching, 5th period members gather around to discussion page progress. Editor-in-Chief Angela Luna assigned everyone a job to speed up the process.

Flare spent the year perfecting pages for a ‘like never before’ yearbook

got the hang of things,” Bianca Reyes said. Members stopped at nothing to try and include everything by staying after school and sometimes coming before. “This is my first year, so I want to put my all into it,” Kiara Sagardia said. “ During National Yearbook Week, the staff members came up with theme ideas to get students to participate. Every year the FLARE gave students a chance to buy their book at a discounted price by having them participate in daily events. “It gets people pumped about buying their yearbook and it’s awesome to see when people get excited for it,” William Michon said. The FLARE prepared for the end of the year by receiving the books and passing them out on Distribution Day. After distributing the yearbooks, the Flare staff looked back on a productive year and began planning for next year.

Flare members Genaro Espinosa, Brianna Lujan, Angela Luna, William Michon, Kiara Sagardia, Catherine Regalado and Brianna Brown pose for a picture in the Cryar library. Members participated in Read For A Better Life, a day that students show the importances Photo submitted of reading by reading to younger children.

Photo by Genaro Espinosa

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In an activity to teach new members about the color wheel, Skarleth Galo Pena and Brianna Brown paint vanilla wafers with icing. Learning the color wheel helped members choose both dominant and complimentary colors on their pages. Photo by Kara Gold

Preparing for the blackout pep rally, Brianna Lujan and Trinity Tillung practice taking pictures with black lights. They adjusted their camera settings manually for the unique lighting. Photo by Angela Luna

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Guess the year that the camera was made.

1) In downtown, Princella Kusi, Chloe Paige and Abigail Hinojosa decorate the yearbook float for the Homecoming parade. The parade was always a good time for all organizations, but especially for the Flare because it was a great way to promote yearbook. Photo by Angela Luna

Photo by Chloe Paige

“Before this year I never understood the love I have for my school, and the constant support the teachers and students have.”

Students cheered the football team on at the first home game of the year.

-Wendell Aaron

Photo by Kennedy Kesterson

“Before this year, I never took more than one AP class.”-Matthew Green Before school on a cool Friday morning, Jasmine Yates, Amalia Yates and Cynthia Johnson enjoy the first senior sunrise. Photo by Trinity Tillung

2) A)1985 B)1978 C)1983 D)1980

A)1937 A)1968 A)1985 B)1942 B)1970 B)1980 C)1450 C)1973 C)1990 D)1948 D)1977 D)1988 The Elite Golden Girls’ put countless days of hard work and time into

their energetic hip-hop routine. They were more than proud to show the amazing routine off to their peers and staff at the camo pep rally. Photo by Skarleth Galo Pena

A)1990 B)1993 C)1996 D)1998

Flare

Excitement for the first varsity football game runs through Viridiana Barrera as she smiles proudly for the crowd. As a senior, Barrera was determined to make her last year as a Golden Girl memorable.

The Elite Golden Girls adapted quickly and easily to the addition of two new sponsors

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The shock of losing their sponsors before senior year left the officers with a sense of melancholy. Ms. Amanda Bond, who led the Golden Girls for 13 years, decided to become a counselor this school year. Although the loss was difficult at first, the team was taught to accept and adapt to change rather than fight it. “We were able to do things that we were dreaming about last year,” Christina Velasquez said. “Everything from the dances and the costumes are different and new.” During the after school practices the officers helped coordinate the choreography for the pep rallies, making sure to also help each other along the way. “Being an officer is a huge responsibility. We have to make sure that everyone is learning the choreography and is at Golden

Girl standard,” Hanna Bailey said. “It can be intimidating at first, but it’s worth seeing everyone dancing together on the field.” The girls showed off what they learned during performances at games, pep rallies, community events and competition. “We have people who tell us that we’re the pride of Conroe, so we have to show school spirit and go all out at every game and pep rally,” Viridiana Barrera said. The girls hoped to leave behind a legacy for future generations to come. “We want future Gigis to not only look up to us, but to try to go even bigger than we did,” Kaylee Trevino said. Throughout the year the officers aimed high for the season and hope that the next generation of officers will continue to live up to the infamous Golden Girl standard.

Photo by Trinity Tillung

A timeline of how some of the girls got to where they are in the organization today. 2017: Rose Duron beacame Junior Lieutenant and an elite Golden Girl

2014: Rose made Golden Girls team

2017: Morgan Munoz became Lieutenant major

2015: Kyarah Rogers made the elite Golden Girls team

A chart representing how two Elite Members have been involved in dance their entire lives.

Enthusiastic about the game against Huntsville later that night, Catherine Regalado and William Michon wore camo to show their school spirit.

Where did they start?

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At the FBC luncheon, Viridiana Barrera, Christina Velasquez, Casey Johnson and Susie Johnson take a quick picture before enjoying their meal.

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As a new year began, many things changed that were like never before. With renovations happening all around the school, seniors and sophomores were equally as lost trying to find the fastest way to class. Though the school would be completely changing soon, the memories made would remain long after. Conroe High will forever be the place where students broke the status quo, made friends with everyone, laughed hysterically, cried a little and made decisions that would impact them for the rest of their lives. Even after 80 years, Tigers stood together through good and bad times and became a family. Once a Conroe tiger, always a Conroe tiger.

Answers: 1. D, 2. B, 3. C, 4. A, 5. C

Astronomy students enjoyed witnessing the Total Solar Eclipse with special glasses to protect their eyes.

Participating in the Homecoming parade, Sophie Brenner, Jahailin Cerda, Shae Desilets and Cindy Martinez smile on stage before being introduced to the student body and the community as the Homecoming queen nominees.

Libby has been dancing at Backstage since she was 6 years old.

Megan started at Backstage in 2002 when she was 3 years old.

Were they Golden Dancing Girl Dolls? history?

Elite Golden Girl history?

2008-2011: Kaylee was a Rangerette.

Libby Libby has From 2013became been a 2015, Libby a GiGi in Golden Girl was a peet 2017, for her since her Junior High Dancing Doll freshmen year Junior year. in 2015.

Megan From 20122014, Megan has been a was an elite Golden Girl Peet Junior since her High freshman Dancing Doll. year in 2014.

2004: Hanna danced for iRule Dance.

Megan became a GiGi and a Mili officer in 2016. Moorehead stadiums’ lights shined bright on the gold, black, and white of Kaylee Trevino, Kyarah Rogers, Bailey Rocha, and Madisyn Meyer’s uniforms as they perform their infamous kick routine. They were thrilled to be back on the field after months of perfecting their new and improved routine. Photo by Brianna Lujan

2013: Hanna Bailey made the Golden Girls team

2011-2013: Kaylee Trevino was a member of Peet Junior Highs’ Dancing Dolls.

Lighting up the floor during the Black Out pep rally, the Elite Golden Girls perform their collaborated routine with the Varsity Cheerleaders. Every year the performers and the student body looked forward to the blackout Photo by Trinity Tillung event. Alongside the Peet Junior High Dancing Dolls and Washington Junior High Bulldog Babes, Megan Beltran smiles wide for the crowd. The Golden Girls looked forward to the game where other dance teams performed with them. Photo by Trinity Tillung

Photo by Brianna Lujan

“Before this year, I never expierienced such a busy life. Having a busy schedule has made me a responsible person.”

-Damaris Barrera

Spirit Shop

What’s the best place to get spirit day attire?

With the band playing ‘Eye of the Tiger,’ the football team bursts out the tunnel. Photo by Brianna Lujan

Sports life

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While participating in the annual line dance with the cheerleaders, the football players perform a solo part. Every year the varsity cheerleaders asked a boy of their choice to dance with them at the Country vs. Country Club pep rally. Photo by Brianna Lujan

Before the flashback pep rally, the Golden Girl Milis show off their new leggings to the crowd. The Milis performed a new hip-hop routine that hyped up the student body.

Before the Huntsville game, varsity cheerleaders put their hands over their hearts for the National Anthem.

At one of the first volleyball games of the year, Jznae Kim and Jazzmin Kim get into position as they await the next play. Photo by Kennedy Kesterson

Photo by Brianna Lujan

At the meet against Klein Collins, Reagan Hinze prepares to complete a half pike. Photo by Cynthia Johnson

All sports put in hours of practice and training to get ahead of the competition. Students gave their all every game and allowed the coaches to guide them. After spending hours on a bus with teammates travelling to new places, they became a family. Athletes kept a positive attitude and never gave up no matter the outcome of a game. Teams stuck together and worked through obstacles to become better and like never before.

Enthusiatic about performing a 50’s routine with the cheerleaders, Tiger Life students dance for the crowd. Various organizations participated in the Decades Day pep rally by performing to a different decade song. Photo by Trinity Tillung

Sing-along Our colors raise

“Stand for the Gold and ______

Before the lights shut off completely, the cheerleaders stand At the Disney Day pep rally, the Dance Crew shows off some new moves. As a senior front and center for the school song. As a senior, Hannah Pryor and Crew member for several years, David Murillo greatly improved his dancing skills knew every word and showed her school spirit. Photo by Angela Luna over the years. Photo by Genaro Espinosa

“Before this year, I never thought I’d have people wearing my clothes all over the country.” -Nieko Borrero

Waiting for the freshman pep rally to start, Hailey Smith and Sarah Dendy take a picture. It was nice having freinds in other orgainzations to be able to make memories with them. Photo by Bianca Koch

school song

Can you fill in the blanks for the school song?

Our ______ _______ might Leads on always. We _______ now joyfully As years go ___ Honor and Loyalty To Conroe High.” A. White B. Alma Mater’s C. Pledge D. By

Photo by Kennedy Kesterson

Pep Rallies

Elite Golden Girls

-Julie Cornwall

“We have the most respected students that respect other teams and schools.”

“FAMILY - Forget About Me I Love You.”

-Cristhopher Sanchez Arias

-Madison Zunker

“We love all of our students and expect them all to be nothing less than great.”

“We have pride and unity .”

-Stephen Rice

“When we go places you can clearly see the difference in Conroe versus other schools because of the values and morals we all share and hold close to our hearts.”

-Natalia Marinero

-Shae Desilets

-Jonathan Trice

“I think the teachers, coaches, and faculty in general are more caring for their students.”

-Brenda Cazares

-Dominique Torrence

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-Trinity Tillung

“We are polite and extremely social. We welcome new people, and always open doors for one another.”

-Brittany Salas

“We are a diverse school with many different cultures and we all seem to bond together.”

-Noe Jimenez

-Karen Boyd

“We are close in the good and bad times.”

-Lily Bustos

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“goat”-greatest of all time. example: she’s the GOAT. “clutch”- exactly what you need, when you need it. example- you came in clutch with the food. “saucin’”- the flyest, everything you do is fly. Example- that boy is so saucy.

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New England Patriots

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Chicago cubs

PokÉmon Go

PokÉmon Go was released in July 2016. It had all ages up and out looking, capturing, and battling for the best pokÉmon.

Hit Albums

Movies Finding Dory captain america: Civil War me before you the conjuring 2

“25” Adele

“Views” Drake

“Anti” Rihanna

“Lemonade” BeyoncÉ

“They Don’t Know” Jason Aldean

“Ripcord” Keith Urban

“The Weight of These Wings” Miranda Lambert

“Gotta Be Me” Cody Johnson

“The Life of Pablo” Kanye West

Trends TIPS TO THE VERDICT

“I contribute to the school by sharing my musical talents to uplift people.” Abigail Gosselin

-Kiara Sagardia

Army

What you need

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During after school practice, students practiced marching. Practicing was crucial to perfect their form before football games or competitions. Photo by Briana Lujan

Air Force

“lit”- when something is turned up or popping. example: this game was lit!

Favorite Dances

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Students ranked the 5 branches of military they will join after high school.

“salty”- mad or upset. Example: i’m salty right now.

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-Kyle Mrosko

“No matter what background you come from or who you are, we will always be there for each other whether it’s right now or in 20 years.”

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STEP-BY-STEP

“We have a diverse student body with so many different ways to get involved.”

“We have a close community that helps each other when in need.”

“We have many talented artists and intelligent people.”

Contouring

-Matthew Wagner

“We are like a family; everyone knows everyone.”

Getting it Straight

Standing with pride, Wendell Aaron, Henry Chacon and Brandon Mayton listen to the speaker at the Veteran’s Day Ceremony. It was a honor for members to march in the event every year. Photo by Chloe Paige

1. What does the evidence tell you? 2. Does the person have an alibis? 3. Conduct an interview. 4. What do your witnesses say?

INNOCENT

Coast Guard

GUILTY

2 truths 1 lie Alexandria Young 1. I have six siblings. 2. I’m a natural blonde. 3. I have met Drake before.

Students from Criminal Justice played “two truths and a lie.” Can you guess the truths and the lie?

Christopher Dyer 1. I have 3 cats; they’re my favorite animal. 2. I played football when I was younger. 3. I’m the oldest child.

Lizette Maldonado 1. I’m the only and best child. 2. I’m 17-years-old. 3. I’m obsessed with shoes.

CRIME SCENE DO NOT ENTER CRIME SCENE

Marine Corps

joining forces

Waiting for a home football game to start, Tyler Bubar and the flag runners stand in line. JROTC ran the flags whenever the team scored a touchdown. Photo by Trinity Tillung At practice, Brandon Mayton teaches the underclassmen how to properly throw the practice gun. Spending time practicing in class and after school was important to make sure the team was ready for all events. Photo by Briana Lujan

“Before this year, I never thought I would have a welding job.”

Players chose NFL teams they would want to play on professionally.

Photo by Genaro Espinosa

Photo by Jack Suarez

“Before this year, I never knew how great late arrival was.”-Kailey lopez

photo by Kennedy Kesterson

Hanging on to the bleachers, members from the My Person Foundation posed for a picture that was featured on the organization’s website. The main goals of MPF were to spread love not hate, and to build other women up and not tear them down. Members were able to discuss their problems and get advice from others who have also been through similar situations. “I’ve learned that it’s okay to be different and to deal with bad situations,” Karen Boyd said. MPF successfully impacted many girls’ lives and next year the fraternal program “BROtherhood Bond” will be available for men to join. Women of Vision was another group of women that emphasized uplifting each other. “An easy way to spread kindness is to give someone a compliment,” Vanessa Aragon

said. “It costs nothing but means so much.” They also met monthly and focused on their future goals and specific skill sets by filling out scholarship forms and college applications, listening to guest speakers and discussing community service projects. In December, WOV participated in the local food drive and gave back by spending a Saturday sorting through canned goods and donations. “Helping at the food bank was exciting,” LaTrinity Williams said. “It was good giving back to other people and knowing I did something that made a difference.” Over the year the girls learned how strong and empowering they were and that they were better together than apart. They achieved their goals of giving back and spreading kindness in everything they did.

A common Members from My Person Foundation show their enthusiasm for the organization. Representing the Conroe chapter, Abbie Johnson, Jazzmin Kim, Neena-Symone Brenson, Jznae Kim, and Makenna Evans take a picture for the website.

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These are my girls, The sponsors of Women of Vision and My Person Foundation explained the goals of the organizations.

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At the second annual Tiger Roar, Coach Robert Walker introduces Jordan Black and Christian Pack. Tiger Roar was held after schedule pickup to get students hyped for the school year and football season. Photo by Anja Thacker

“Women of Vision allows young women to attain communication and job skills that will be utilized in their future to ensure they will have a successful college career..”

“I work hand in hand with my Person Foundation to teach girls to live by S.P.I.R.I.T, and to build each other up and not tear each other down.”

- Shukella Price

- Dr. Terri Benson

Crouching down in preparation for the snap, players on both sides of the ball focus on the upcoming play. Each athlete had a specific job and player that they went up against. Photo by Genaro Espinosa

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At the January MPF meeting, members listen to a guest speaker share her experiences. The girls listened quietly and reflected on their own experiences.

“I am all in because I put effort into everything I do.” Karina Vargas Vargas

During the Christmas season, the WOV members create Christmas cards for each other. Making the cards together was not only a great bonding experience, but was a time for the girls to show their creativity.

The WOV members come together to work on college and scholarship applications. Giving further knowledge, Ms. April Chatmon joined the group and explained the steps.

Before the meeting began, the MPF students interact and enjoy Valentine snacks. At the February meeting the leaders focused on discussing problems.

Women of Vision/ My Person Foundation

Gametime was the athletes’ chance to show off the plays that they spent so many months learning. Being able to perform under pressure when a play went wrong was something the players had to learn along the way. “No one likes a sore loser or winner,” Cole Brown said. “When we lose we lose and we just have to face the fact, and when we win we still celebrate; we just try not to over do it.” After a challenging season, the team reflected on the past games hoping to improve in the next season. However, winning the Homecoming game against College Park boosted the morale of the team and gave the players higher spirits. “Between winning Homecoming king and winning the game, the night couldn’t have been more perfect,” Dylan Weaver said. After the football season ended, Coach Robert Walker announced his retirement after five years of coaching the Tigers. Although he would be greatly missed, the team thanked him for his coaching and wished him the best in his future.

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Running with the ball, Ameer Patten fought for yardage while Michael Gutierrez blocked in front of him. Varsity football players went through intense training during the summer and school year to secure their spot on the team. By going through things like commitment camp and after school practices, they showed their dedication to the sport and made themselves available to learn from the experienced coaching staff. “Being on varsity is a privilege you earn when you become a senior,” Alen Barrera said. “It takes a lot of hard work, and dedication got me to where I am now.” Another important aspect to being on the varsity football team was being able to trust teammates both on and off the football field. Traveling, practicing, playing and working together bonded them closer as a team. “We do what everyone else does, we just talk to each other,” Brayden Stafford said. “A lot of us have been playing together since 7th grade so it’s like we’re basically family.”

At the SkillsUSA competition, criminal justice members Selena Lara, Lizette Maldonado, and Alexandria Young complete a clearance drill. During the drill an officer assisted the team and encouraged them every step.

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Both Women of Vision and My Person Foundation opened doors for women

photo by Kennedy Kesterson

Preparing for a presentation the following day, Anlly Lucas studies online. Lucas worked on memorizing the Miranda Rights to present to the class.

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Varsity football put their all in this season

On a kick return, Ameer Patten runs with the ball while Michael Gutierrez blocks the opposing team. The goal of the special teams was to set the offense up with good field position. Photo by Trinity Tillung

photo by Kennedy Kesterson

“I contribute by helping my teachers out through tutoring other students in class.”

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Celebrating a touchdown to put the team in lead over College Park, Donaven Lloyd and Noah Morris congratulate each other. Varsity won the Homecoming game 25-10.

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In the Court of Law class, Fatima Marin sits with Ms. Lena Engelage and looks over papers. They used the evidence from the papers to help determine what to do next.

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After recovering a fumble from the Montgomery offense, Dy’Terrius Ellis fights to stay up. Defensive -Vplayers ictoria GloVer took advantage of offensive mistakes and were taught how to recover loose footballs.

Juniors in JROTC shared the position they goal: to help the community. The hope to be in their senior year. annual Veteran’s Day Ceremony is one of the most impactful events the I want to be Company JROTC participates in every year. Commander, I’ll keep the “During the service there’s a sense squad in check while at of pride,” Israel Beltran said. “It feels events and in class. good to show the community that not only do we care, but we’re the next -Jacob Hansen generation. Someday that’s going to be us telling our stories.” Many students joined early in I want to be Battalion their high school career while others commander, I’ll watch waited to make sure that it was the over the whole right decision for their future. program. “The leadership has definitely -Samantha Baril stepped up since last year,” Cruz said. “You can definitely tell that some kids are becoming more mature.” I want to be Command Throughout the year the JROTC sergeant major, I’ll program taught students the command color guard. importance of discipline and I’m also the one closest leadership, while providing them with to Battalion Commander. the training necessary for a career in -Diego Roman the military.

between hands-on activities or a quiz bowl to test their knowledge. “Competition allows us to show our knowledge and everything we’ve spent hours learning,” Cindy Becerra said. In the Court of Law class students learned different material such as analyzing data and evidence. “Court of Law is more for people who plan to be lawyers because it teaches you how to look at evidence and argue a case,” James Dishongh said. Through competitions and different interests, each criminal justice student was able to learn more about their passion for protecting others.

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With the season right around the corner, the varsity team wastes no time getting prepared. Coach Greg Robinson worked with the defensive team to demonstrate pursuits. Photo by Genaro Espinosa

At the camo pep rally, Matthew Dearmore, Joshua Gonzalez, Courtney Stoutes and Joshua Dearmore stand at attention. Holding the flag at pep rallies was just one of the many responsibilities the JROTC had. Photo by Trinity Tillung

Silence fell over the stadium as the crowd recognized fallen veterans in the community. Holding flags at parade rest, JROTC members stood completely still at the annual Veteran’s Day Ceremony. The JROTC program provided students the experience and discipline needed for those seeking a military career after high school. “I want to serve as a doctor in the military,” Wendell Aaron said. “I want to help those who come back from overseas that suffer from PTSD and help them get back to civilian life.” Joining JROTC in high school gave students an upperhand when joining a military program afterwards. “If you join the military after doing four years of JROTC, you can enter the military with a higher rank than if you didn’t,” German Cruz said. No matter the reason for joining, everyone in JROTC had a common

The room was completely silent as the students went through a clearance drill with a SWAT officer. Criminal justice gave students many opportunities to practice a variety of skills including building a clearance, shooting targets, making arrests and much more before heading out into the career field. “I joined Criminal Justice because I plan on pursuing the career in the future, and I thought this class would be a great way to help me learn,” Anlly Lucas said. Students also had the chance to participate in competitions where they had the choice

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Photo by Chloe Paige

JROTC marched through the year and prepared for future careers in the military

Criminal Justice worked together to better the community

Color Page

In proper formation, Matthew Dearmore, Courtney Stoutes and the other flag members hold their assigned flags at parade rest during the Veteran’s Day Ceremony. JROTC students from every school in the district were chosen to present the flags at the event.

In preparation for the activity the next day, Cindy Becerra gathers all the information she needed. Becerra looked at scans the next day to practice an investigation.

Taking a break at a competition, Selena Lara, Celeste Marquez, Lizette Maldonado, Alexandria Young and Cindy Beccera all smile in the back of a S.W.A.T truck. Being able to experience being in a police vehicle was a great opportunity for the photo submitted girls.

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“Once a Conroe Tiger, always a Conroe Tiger.”

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“We have genuinely kind people, like someone will always smile at you even if you don’t know them.”

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“There are so many people who have different interests so there is always someone to be friends with.”

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“To be a cheerleader it takes being flexible, having a loud voice, and having a lot of school spirit.”

“To be a football player it takes being dedicated, showing hard work, and passion.”

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together as a team. “A team exercise we did was lock our arms together and do four lunges at the same time,” Zachary Galan said. “Then do five squats until we reached the 100 yard line without messing up.” Throughout the season the junior varsity and freshmen football teams never backed down and played until the last whistle blew leaving a legacy for the next generation to follow.

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down the field,” Ja Karius Smith said. Both the junior varsity and freshmen teams had to practice their skills everyday, so that, come game day, they would be ready to defeat their opponent. “At practice, coach goes hard on us,” Genaro Espinosa said. “We run the play over and over until we get it down.” The teams faced tough opponents but the biggest challenge was learning to work

Billy Michon

Getting

With the ball in hand, DeOndra Lewis runs into open field during the Oak Ridge game. Lewis successfully juked out the opponent and gained yards on the play.

Sub-Varsity football teams worked on offensive plays to improve throughout the season

With the sound of a whistle Nate Morris quickly snaps the ball to Ja Karius Smith so that he can run to the end zone and bring the score 7 Conroe and 0 Oak Ridge. With 11 players anticipating his every move, Smith had to think multiple steps ahead in order to outsmart his opponent. “When you’re on the field in the middle of a play, everything else doesn’t matter and your body takes over and before you know it you’re running full speed

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Steps away from making a touchdown for the freshman team, Garrett Gurley puts all he has into keeping the ball from a Klein Forest player. Gurley threw out his arm to complete a turn that put him in the end zone.

Receiving the ball on a handoff, Ja Karius Smith pushes through the chaos and runs to the end zone. Smith was fueled with adrenaline as he scored for the team.

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During the second quarter, Nathaniel Farias runs full speed and tackles the receiver from Cypress Springs. Farias stopped the opposing team from making a touchdown. As D’Mari Marks runs and kicks up the dust, he goes wide to avoid Oak Ridge defenders. This was a pivotal play to scoring for the junior varsity gold team.

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photo by Abigail Braun photo by Abigail Braun Exhausted from the

game, Esteban Guerra, Nicholas Dockery, and Jeveon Fitzgerald stand in a group huddle. Explaining the play, Coach Alex Reed tells each player what to do on the next drive.

breakdown The

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wins for freshmen and sophomores pins for seniors and juniors hours of practice a week

In a match against Jersey Village, Emily Manzanarez puts her opponent in a headlock. Manzanarez went for a takedown and scored three points.

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“I’m all in because I’m a Golden Girl and I participate in community activities. I also help my teachers with anything they ask me to do.”

At the district tournament, Ameer Patten tries to put a College Park wrestler in a cradle. Patten won the match 9-15 and placed third in the JV division.

After achieving an escape, Piper Brown scores one point. Back in neutral position with her opponent, Brown focused on her next move, hoping to outsmart her opponent.

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During the quarterfinal match, Mackenzie In a match against Summer Creek, Brown takes on Kingwood and won the Katie Pinner fights for an underhook. Pinner then completed a hip toss to match with only a minute left on the clock. all at of the his energy, Thompson gives land her opponent on her back and Brown Exerting placed first district Jacob meet and everything hescored has into second bench attempt. won the match by pinfall. 24his team points. Thompson won first place in his weight class at the “I am all inmeet because to go second home of theI like year.

all out for the spirit days.” Ashley Carter

With a minute left on the clock, Wyatt Maturin wins his match by a pinfall with a cradle. This secured Maturin’s match At the in the finals and also advanced him to the Montgomery Regional competition. meet, Kealani Moore composes herself as she pulls the bar up smoothly. Many athletes used a reverse grip when deadlifting. Ending a bench press attempt, Edgar Benegas holds the bar steady listening for the command to rack the weight. The commands were essential to land correctly in order to complete a successful lift.

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worked together through spotting and encouragement. “When I first joined the scariest thing for me was not being able to lift as much as my teammates,” Max Joiner said. “I learned real quick that each person is different, and as a team we cheer and encourage one another to do their very best.” The season turned out successful for the team. Kelley broke two Regional records; a 680 lb squat and a 1685 lb overall in the 198 weight class. “We [coaches] are very proud of our athletes and all that they accomplished this year,” Coach photo by Abigail Braun Corrian Thompson said. As Mason Rey pulls the bar up tight, Kelley, along with Mason Rey, he lifts over 400 pounds on a deadlift Edgar Benegas, Sierra Gordon and attempt. Rey placed first in his weight Kealani Moore, advanced to both the class at the Montgomery meet with an boys and girls State meets where overall of 1230 pounds. they placed in the top 10.

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“I give my all because this is a great school and I am proud to be here.” Ethan Vonder Embse

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Squatting 365 pounds, Sierra Gordon stays calm and focuses on her second attempt at the State meet. Gordon, along with teammate Kealani Moore, placed in the top 10 to end the season.

“A big inspiration to me is all the upperclassmen. I see them doing all these awesome things and it inspires me to work hard to be like them.” -brian baker

‘I plan to lift all through high school and hopefully break records.” -jorge aldrete

“I have a great team and everyone helps each other get better.” -dominique ratcliff

“The thing i’m looking foward to most is getting stronger and still being able to compete for the next two years.” -tim roman

“the varsity meet was the thoughest because I was trying to make new maxes.” -ryan neugent

“My strategy “The absolute best part is watching my about powerlifting competition closely is the constant and giving myself a challenge. I also want mental pep talk and to lift more so i push then destroying them.” myself.” -harley braden -maiya jones

“My most memorable “I will miss looking moment isn’t so ridiculous in my much just about “Lefties are better.” powerlifting suit and me, but about -roy kelley spending time with my connecting with the friends. i will also girls and creating miss competing and friendships.” representing my school.” -shelby sikes -Kealani Moore

“Powerlifting is a liffestlye. I live for the rush and the challenge.” -jadyn walden

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Powerlifting athletes pushed and pulled their way to State

Focused and ready, Roy Kelley pushed through the 635 pounds on his last squat attempt at a home powerlifting meet, securing the first place win in his weight class. Being an individual sport, powerlifting athletes put everything they had into their training and preparation before every meet. “Right before a meet I turn my music all the way up,” Sierra Gordon said. “I try not to watch my competition and just focus on myself.” Powerlifting involved many hours of practice and a clear mindset before every lift to prevent injuries. “At practice the music is always really loud, it takes my mind off the sweat and pain and hypes me up,” Adan Pavon said. No matter if it was an old member returning or a new member, they all

“The first thing i learned was how to bench and the breathing techniques.” -geraldo moya

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Looking up, Roy Kelley focuses on his last squat attempt. With 635 on the bar, he pushed himself to successfully hit his depth and earned all white lights.

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ready to rumble

Wrestling worked hard throughout the season to come out on top

With the sound of yelling from both teams’ coaches and teammates cheering them on, Piper Brown took a deep breath and focused on beating her opponent. In wrestling athletes worked together by using individual scores to add up to their team’s overall score. “Wrestling is like being able to spell team with ‘I’ so you can photo by Kennedy Kesterson get the best of both worlds,” Mackenzie Brown said. ent with the score At the Woodlands tournam the clock, Sean Wrestling is a close and s on 2-5 and only two minute move. Ford hoped to personal sport that required Ford focuses on his next a one point escape. confidence and technique. get on his feet to score “Wrestling really does require

a sense of confidence since it’s just you out there on the mat,” Emerald Ortiz said. “You don’t have your team with you.” The wrestling team spent most of their time together during practices and meets that usually lasted all day. “I know a lot of teams say this, but wrestling really is like a second family,” Sean Ford said. Throughout the year the team became each other’s biggest supporters and created bonds that lasted outside of wrestling. They learned the meaning of team and found themselves in ways never expected.

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