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I always dreaded back-to-school pictures as a kid. Averse to standing in front of a camera and too excited to get to class, I spent every first day photo shoot in August pouting on my parents’ front porch while standing alongside my siblings. But it was a structured day I could rely on.

On July 21, two days before our August issue went to press, Southlake students, along with families throughout Tarrant County, learned their anticipated first day of school would occur online, altering many of those beloved annual traditions. After schools closed in March, everyone started planning for the fall. This update, which you can learn more about in “The Latest School News,” is far from what many wanted to hear and continues the uncertainty of the times ahead.

While our school-themed issue feels different this year, partially because of the recent order but also due to the questions left unanswered, there’s one aspect of this month’s publication that shines. Every August, we feature five rising seniors in “Five Ones To Watch,” showcasing some of the potential within the Carroll 2021 graduating class. This year’s group includes leaders, activists and role models their fellow students, along with the rest of Southlake, should aspire to emulate. Senior Estella Romero says it best: “I want to change the world. But for now, I can start in Southlake.”

So while their year, along with the rest of the area’s students, may include more questions and uncertainty, one thing stands true. These students are ready to work toward a stronger, more inclusive future. But they are not alone. More student-led groups like the Southlake Anti-Racism Coalition, which you can learn more about in Community Spotlight, prove this generation of Dragons is ready to take on the world, and that starts here.

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CENTRAL MARKET 25TH ANNUAL HATCH CHILE FESTIVAL AUGUST 5 TO 25 The annual Central Market Hatch Chile Festival is back and bigger than ever, running for an unprecedented three weeks from August 5 to 25. Central Market's nine stores, including Southlake, will be filled with more peppers than anywhere else (outside of Hatch, New Mexico, of course).

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A BIG 2020 CANCELLATION The State Fair Of Texas will not be held this year, the first time it has missed a season since World War II.

SOARING SCHOLARS Colleyville, followed by Coppell and Southlake, is the best Texas city for highest proportions of college grads, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

GRAPEFEST DOWN The September Grapevine festival has been canceled.

DOGS WILL BE DOGS The annual Fourth of July eating competition continued as planned, just with more hot dogs than people in attendance.

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You couldn’t have the high school subgenre without John Hughes, whose teen movies “Sixteen Candles,” “Pretty In Pink” and “Some Kind of Wonderful” defined the ’80s. “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” takes you through a downtown Chicago joyride, but you may want to hold off on skipping school, otherwise you'll wind up in detention along with the criminal, athlete, brain, princess and basket case from “The Breakfast Club.” Tom Cruise, Jason Biggs and Jonah Hill are all after one thing in “Risky Business,” “American Pie” and “Superbad,” and the only thing worse than Rachel McAdams in “Mean Girls” is Jon Heder’s acting in “Napoleon Dynamite.”

Move on with the after-school shenanigans of Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis in their television debut of “That ’70s Show.” You’ll love the geekiness of Eric Foreman and his crew, though maybe not as much as Cory Mathews’ adorable charm in “Boy Meets World.” Zach Morris’ academic antics in “Saved By The Bell” can only be matched by “Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide.” And if you’re looking for a poppy twist to teenage drama, “High School Musical” will have you singing along.

John Cusack breaks out the boombox in 1989’s “Say Anything,” while “Grease,” “American Graffiti” and “Fast Times At Ridgemont High” all show off slick rides that will have your jaw dropping. Like Matthew McConaughey observes in “Dazed and Confused,” high school is alright, alright, alright.

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WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR? We haven't seen many of our students in person since before spring break. I believe we are all excited to see our students once [in-person instruction] begins.

While we know this year may look differently, we are anxious to see our kids again and have school.

HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT BEING PART OF THE DISTRICT FOR 15 YEARS? This has been such a great community for me and my family. I have loved every minute of being here, and the time has flown by quickly. It really doesn't seem like it's been that long because this has been such an exciting journey to be a part of Carroll ISD and the Southlake community. It has been a lot of fun being involved here for nearly 15 years.

WHAT IS THE BEST PART OF BEING THE CISD SUPERINTENDENT? My favorite part of the job is interacting with the students in our district. I love watching them perform and compete, but I really enjoy interacting with them personally. I love seeing students out around town and have them say hello and tell me a little bit about themselves.

WHAT’S CHANGED THE MOST FOR YOU SINCE STARTING AS SUPERINTENDENT IN 2005?

The thing that has changed the most is probably the speed of communication. Social media and texting have created a need for nearly constant information. We have a great team who handles that very well. I believe this is one of our strengths.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR MOST NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS DURING YOUR TENURE? I think our continued increases in student achievement and academic performance are notable accomplishments. I'm proud of the construction and technology projects we have completed over the years as well. Hopefully, the work of the District Diversity Council will impact our students in a positive way for years to come.

WHAT HAVE BEEN SOME OF THE CHALLENGES NAVIGATING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC? The biggest challenge has been keeping up with the speed of changing information coming from many different sources. We are trying to keep our students and families as up to date as possible, but this can be difficult with the ever-changing nature of this pandemic.

WHAT CONCERNS DO YOU HAVE GOING INTO THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR? Our greatest concern is for the safety of our students and staff. Our team has spent countless hours researching the best way to ensure safety for everyone involved in the educational process.

WHAT KEEPS YOU GOING AS SUPERINTENDENT DESPITE THE ADVERSITIES? While this is a very unique time, it is exhilarating to work on these challenges. One thing we want to do is instill confidence in our families and kids that we are working to make sure that we operate as safely as possible for our students and staff.

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The Latest School News Carroll ISD Starts Off With Virtual Classes This Month School will look different for Dragons this fall. After Tarrant County issued an executive order in late July limiting on-campus instruction, school districts have worked to pivot their curriculum to an online setting — including Carroll ISD. As students, parents, teachers and staff continue to transition into a new normal, here’s what you can expect when lessons boot up online later this month.

Online Only According to the executive order issued by Tarrant County on July 21, schools will roll out online-only instruction until at least September 28. Exemptions include special education students, students with disabilities, students who have limited internet connection in their households and private religious schools.

In-person instruction may only occur on campus when facial covering is worn by individuals’ mouth and nose, and social distancing is observed by at least 6 feet. School districts are also required to submit a written plan for oncampus instruction to the health department by at least two weeks before returning to campus in late September.

“My No. 1 priority is the health and safety of our students, teachers and staff,” Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath says in a previous press release. “The state is and remains committed to providing a high-quality education to all Texas students while ensuring the health and safety of students, teachers, staff and families.”

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Camera Ready Carroll ISD spent the summer finalizing several back-to-school plans. One of the first proactive steps was purchasing AVer 520 conference cameras and installing them in 669 spaces across the district’s 11 campuses. These will allow teachers to deliver virtual instruction to students from their classrooms in real time through the new Dragon Virtual Academy, which the district will roll out in August.

Students will be able to utilize the platform for their own learning as well. While third through 12th grades will allow for more interaction and class presentations through Zoom, grades pre-K through second will incorporate a mix of asynchronous and synchronous learning, allowing students to learn at their own pace through pre-recorded videos.

The district is also pursuing a five-day delay to start school so teachers can get acclimated with the program.

Welcome Back Once the executive order expires, students who opt in can transition from a virtual setting to a physical one in the classroom — unless an extension to the order is issued. After in-person instruction begins, CISD leadership has stated it will be prepared to welcome back its students safely.

“Our focus right now is on the delivery of a robust online instructional experience that will kick-start the 2020-2021 school year, bringing us all closer to the day when we can welcome your children back to their classrooms for in-person learning,” the district says in a statement.

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BY THE NUMBERS 76,088 disposable masks 33,524 gloves 19,022 reusable masks 986 face shields 895 gallons of hand sanitizer 669 AVer 520 conference cameras 63 touch-free thermometers

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oni Bockenfeld wants to be a beacon for Southlake. A resident of the community for the past 15 years, Joni taught prekindergarten for 10 of it, substitute teaching for Carroll ISD and White’s Chapel United Methodist Church while simultaneously raising her four children with her husband Todd.

With her youngest daughter graduating this spring and heading to college, Joni is moving on to her next business venture — real estate.

“Real estate and home improvement have always been a passion of mine,” Joni says. “In my summers off of teaching, I would always do home improvement projects myself — painting, refinishing furniture, just trying to keep the house updated. Sometimes friends would call me to ask for my advice or help with some projects. My husband encouraged me to make real estate my career instead of my hobby, so I decided to just go for it.”

As an entrepreneur and self-starter, Joni brings her home improvement insight to JP and Associates Realtors and the clients she works with, helping them sell their homes or buy new ones. Although her practice just recently opened, Joni has already made an impression around the area for her honesty and integrity.

“Joni is one of the most dependable and hardestworking women I know,” client Kim Summons says.

“By hiring Joni as your real estate agent, you will be choosing someone who will prioritize you and your needs in selling or buying your new home.”

Although she serves North Tarrant County as a whole, Joni especially looks forward to connecting people within Southlake and showing newcomers its unique qualities.

“I have so much love for this city,” Joni says. “I look forward to serving families in the area and showing them how special Southlake is.”

“If you’re looking for a great realtor and a fantastic person, you cannot go wrong with Joni Bockenfeld.”

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UIL MODIFIES 5-6A ACTIVITIES CALENDAR FOR 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR The University Interscholastic League (UIL) announced modifications to the 2020-2021 fall sports calendar on July 21. Schools categorized as 1A-4A currently have the opportunity to start the season on schedule; however, schools in highly populated areas, primarily conferences 5A-6A, will be delayed. Southlake Carroll, a 6A school, has a new start date for team tennis, cross country, volleyball and football. Practice for 5-6A volleyball and football cannot start until September 7 while schools in conferences 1A-4A can start August 3. Team tennis matches and cross country meets for 5-6A have been delayed to start no earlier than September 7. The earliest volleyball match can be held on September 14 for 5-6A schools and the earliest football game cannot be held before September 24. UIL also announced the football state championship games for 5-6A schools would be held in January 2021. “Our goal in releasing this plan is to provide a path forward for Texas students and schools,” UIL Executive Director Dr. Charles Breithaupt says via press release. To read this press release in full, read the UIL COVID-19 Risk Mitigation Guidelines or for more information about the upcoming seasons, visit UILTexas.org.

SOUTHLAKE CARROLL NAMED MOST DOMINANT TEXAS HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM Southlake Carroll Football can add another accolade to its list of accomplishments as the Dragons are officially the most dominant high school football team in Texas according to MaxPreps. The group put together the list naming the most dominant high school football team in each state. To determine the spotlighted team, MaxPreps calculated the total amount of points each team accumulated throughout the three years of the MaxPreps Cup. Like UIL’s Lone Star Cup, schools earn points toward the MaxPreps Cup by winning state championships. Southlake Carroll won the MaxPreps Cup for Texas this year with 838 points and achieved its status as the most dominant high school team with 2,990 points over three years. Being named the most dominant high school team in Texas is no surprise for the Dragons, which has a five-star quarterback in Quinn Ewers and stat leaders in Owen Allen and Brady Boyd, finished last season with a 13-1 record and is No. 16 in the 2020 Top Preseason High School Football Rankings.

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THREE DRAGONS MAKE PRESEASON TEXAS ALLSTATE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM As Southlake anxiously awaits for the 2020 football season, Dragon fans are eager for something to celebrate.

Three Carroll athletes, Quinn Ewers, Joe McFadden and Cinque Williams, were all featured on the MaxPreps Preseason Texas All-State football team. Rising junior Quinn Ewers, who was previously recognized as the Sophomore Player of the Year by MaxPreps, is the toprated quarterback from his class, making him a prime candidate for first team offense. Rising senior Joe McFadden, already selected for the 2021 Adidas AllAmerican Bowl, rounds out the first team defense. And rising senior and 2021 Hawaii commit Cinque Williams rounds out the second team defense. The Duncanville Panthers, ranked at No. 8, earned the most selections with five players on the All-State roaster.

2020 TEXAS STATE FAIR CANCELED AMID COVID-19 PANDEMIC Funnel cakes, deep-fried Oreos and pictures with Big Tex are now on hold until at least 2021 after the State Fair of Texas announced the cancellation of its 2020 season amid concerns surrounding COVID-19. Board Chair Gina Norris says the cancellation “was an extremely tough decision,” via press release. “One of the greatest aspects of the fair is welcoming each and every person who passes through our gates with smiles and open arms. In the current climate of COVID-19, there is no feasible way for the fair to put proper precautions in place while maintaining the fair environment you know and love,” Gina says via press release. “While we cannot predict what the COVID-19 pandemic will look like in September, the recent surge in positive cases is troubling for all of North Texas. The safest and most responsible decision we could make for all involved at this point in our 134-year history is to take a hiatus for the 2020 season.” This will be the first time since World War II that the fair will not happen.

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SOUTHLAKE ANTI-RACISM COALITION SPREADS AWARENESS TO RACISM AT CARROLL ISD When the Southlake Anti-Racism Coalition formed in July, they hoped to uncover racist incidents that occurred at Carroll ISD. They had no idea that one week later they would be flooded with over 300 testimonies and counting. “We’re getting around 50 a day,” rising senior Caroline Hao says.

“They just keep coming. We knew it was going to take off but definitely not as quickly as it did.” Comprised of both current and former students, the Southlake Anti-Racism Coalition advocates for equality and structural change within the district. Their first step toward this initiative was creating a forum where students, alumni, parents and teachers could submit their testimonies to be publicly published on Instagram. Testimonies for some Dragons range from repeated uses of racial slurs to normalizing and excusing racist language and actions. In addition to the testimonies, the coalition has released a 21-page letter demanding action from Carroll ISD. Some of their demands including banning white supremacist and racist imagery from campuses, implementing a zero-tolerance policy for racism and screening staff and faculty with an implicit bias examination, among other things. Some of these items are already being pursued in the District Diversity Council’s cultural competence action plan, which will be presented to the CISD board of trustees during their meeting on August 3. The letter has already collected over 1,000 signatures from its supporters.

BROTHERS SUPPORT NONPROFITS BY SEWING MASKS Carroll Dragon brothers Farjaad and Sajjaad Azam came together in June to start an initiative to sew masks for a fee and donate the funds toward a particular cause. In their first month, Farjaad and Sajjaad sold 100 masks and donated $500 in humanitarian aid toward Yemen, which had 1,294 confirmed cases and 328 deaths from COVID-19, according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control. In July, the boys focused on domestic violence, specifically benefiting SafeHaven of Tarrant County. “The reason that we wanted to do this is that the world isn’t really in a working state right now,” Sajjaad says. “We wanted to help bring it back. Even if we won’t single-handedly fix everything, it’s still better to contribute than to do nothing.” If you want to donate money and fabric or learn how else you can support them, visit the brothers’ Instagram, @MaskForCause.

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UIL LONE STAR CUP AWARD CANCELED FOR 2019-2020 The University Interscholastic League canceled the Lone Star Cup Award for the 2019-2020 school year, following the cancellation of spring sporting events due to COVID-19.

“All UIL sanctioned contests were suspended on March 13, 2020, and later canceled, in an effort to support the health and safety of Texas students and communities during the COVID-19 pandemic,” UIL says in a press release.

“As a result, many activities that earn points toward the UIL Lone Star Cup were not completed. These events included boys basketball, robotics FIRST, soccer, academics, one-act play, golf, tennis, track and field, softball and baseball.” At the time of cancellation, Southlake Carroll was in first place with 62 points. Had Southlake Carroll won this year, it would have been their second in a row and eighth win overall.

CISD SENIOR RAISES OVER $6,000 FOR GRAPEVINE’S LOAN-A-LIFE JACKET PROGRAM Ten years ago, Rohan Rumalla nearly drowned in his backyard pool before first responders flew him to a hospital and saved his life. Today, the rising senior is working to save other lives with Grapevine’s LoanA-Life Jacket program. In 2017, the city of Grapevine established the Loan-A-Life Jacket program and installed five stations equipped with 130 life jackets around Lake Grapevine. Approximately 10 people drowned in the lake in 2017 before stations were implemented. Now casualties have been halved each year thanks to swimmers having easier access to life jackets. However, the city can regularly lose an average of 60 life jackets every summer, so Rohan started a GoFundMe fundraiser and raised $6,419 to replenish Lake Grapevine’s life jackets for at least another five years. Rohan raised so much money that the assistant fire marshal mused adding more stations around the lake. “I think it shows we have a lot of power as a community,” Rohan says. “You don’t have to be a mayor or city council member to gain support. You can just be a teenager with a mission, and you can achieve great things and accomplish small acts of kindness.”

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SASO GIRLS HOST FIRST STATION DRIVE AT CARROLL ISD Mothers and daughters came together in late June to collect donations for charities working hard for locals in need across the community. SASO Girls is a local nonprofit that brings mothers and high school daughters together across Southlake to benefit local philanthropies. Normally they would be leading community events around the area to benefit the Battered Women’s Foundation and GRACE, but COVID-19 put a halt to all of that in early March. So SASO Girls instead hosted its first station drive-thru on June 28 in place of its usual events. Twelve mother-daughter duos came together at Carroll Senior, High and Middle School to collect food, pet supplies and personal care donations from donors’ trunks, all while maintaining social distancing. Board Vice President Sarah Cropper says the girls collected five trunks worth of donations from the station drive. “It was a safe, fun event all around,” Sarah says. “We’re very thankful for Southlake Carroll ISD, our volunteers and the generosity of the community that allowed us to still contribute to the charities supporting those in need.”

SOUTHLAKE FAMILY DONATES 100 SACK LUNCHES TO UNION GOSPEL MISSION You never know what someone might be going through until you experience it for yourself. Southlake resident Jennifer Hough got a glimpse of that last month when she delivered 100 sack lunches to the Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County in Fort Worth. Jennifer was inspired to get involved after seeing a friend donate to the church over the summer.

They assembled 100 sack lunches filled with peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, chips, granola bars, apples, oranges and water bottles. When she pulled up to the shelter, she was shocked to see homeless people sitting on benches, lining up waiting to get inside. “It makes me sad,” she says. “So often people look at the homeless and see somebody who’s there because they do drugs, or drink a lot, or have a mental illness.

They don’t look at them and see somebody is there because they lost their job and couldn’t find another one in a bad time.

We’re all one disaster away from being homeless. It just takes one thing happening to be out on the streets.” Jennifer says she plans to go back to Union Gospel and deliver more sack lunches every Friday in August. If you would like to donate or volunteer, email JenBer18@hotmail.com.

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LARGE BRANDS, OVERALL ECONOMY AFFECTED BY COVID-19 The global pandemic has shaken both local businesses and national brands. Now big names like Brooks Brothers, Sur La Table, Lucky Brand, J. Crew, True Religion Apparel, 24 Hour Fitness and Tuesday Morning have publicly announced their bankruptcy filings and some have already started to impose massive closings because of COVID-19. While a bankruptcy doesn’t automatically mean that locations will shutter, it represents how the pandemic has affected spending. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, June did see a 7.5% increase in retail and food sales, coming in at $524.3 billion. That final number is also 1.1% higher than June 2019 sales. As stores continue to open and spending increases, time will show the lasting impact of the pandemic on the global economy.

FUZZY’S TACO SHOP LAUNCHES ‘SUMMER FRIDAYS’ SPECIAL If you’re looking for a new place to hang out on Friday night, head over to Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, which is running a new “Summer Fridays” special during the rest of the season. Allowing people to enjoy lost patio time, Fuzzy’s new special includes a new menu item — the Queso Flight, which comes with three flight-sized portions of the quesos of your choice. If happy hour is more your speed, you can spring for the FuzzyRita or a Lime Seltzerita, which is a FuzzyRita topped with a can of Truly Lime Hard Seltzer. Fuzzy’s will also be holding a Free Tacos for a Year giveaway, with winners announced every Friday through August 21.

PARK PLACE DEALERSHIP RENEWS DEAL TO SELL 14 LOCATIONS A deal to sell 14 Park Place Dealership locations to Asbury Automotive Group is back on after being canceled in March due to COVID-19, according to a press release. The deal will include Mercedes-Benz and Sprinter stores in Dallas, Fort Worth and Arlington, Lexus Plano and Lexus Grapevine, Jaguar Land Rover DFW, Porsche Dallas and Volvo Dallas. Park Place BodyWerks in Dallas and Fort Worth, Park Place Auto Auction and the Park Place brand are also included in the sale, according to a press release. “In the last four months, our team has worked hard to overcome numerous challenges,” says Ken Schnitzer, the founder and chairman of Park Place Dealerships, via press release. “We were able to adapt and serve our clients at the highest level, even in the most difficult circumstances. As the market continues to rebound, Asbury Automotive re-engaged with an offer to purchase Park Place. As I said last December when we first announced the sale of Park Place, it is time for me to take a step back and enjoy my family and friends.” As part of the deal, Schnitzer will keep his ownership of Mercedes-Benz in Grapevine, Sprinter and Porsche Grapevine, Bentley Dallas, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Dallas, McLaren Dallas, Maserati Dallas, Koenigsegg and Aston Martin Dallas, in addition to the body shop in Grapevine and the Select subscription service.

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FABLETICS OPENS STOREFRONT IN TOWN SQUARE The newest Fabletics store, located in Southlake Town Square, opened its doors for business on July 9. The new location, announced in March, will allow customers to use technology in the store to request different colors or sizes, check stock and receive styling tips without having to leave the fitting room, according to a press release. Customers will also be able to shop through the Fabletics Flexible VIP membership program or at regular retail prices. The Southlake Fabletics is the first store in Tarrant County — the other North Texas location can be found in Plano’s Legacy West — and joins lululemon and Athleta in activewear retail stores in the shopping district.

TABC ALLOWS MIXED ALCOHOL SALES The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission expanded its permits to allow for mixed drink sales for Texas restaurants and bars. In March, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued a waiver allowing restaurants to sell alcohol with takeout food purchases.

According to the TABC, restaurants could sell either unopened beer and wine or cocktail kits with unopened .375 milliliter bottles that can be mixed at home. Establishments previously violated the waiver if they sold alcoholic beverages already mixed on the premises, but the TABC has now amended its rules to allow restaurants and bars to apply for a mixed beverage permit and sell cocktails and mixed drinks to customers.

Customers can purchase mixed drinks to go only if properly sealed and accompanied by a food order. Delivering an open container of alcohol is still prohibited under TABC regulations.

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outhlake is full of high achievers. Both in its current leadership and the next generation, it’s clear there’s a certain responsibility that comes with telling the story of some of that potential. For the past six years, Southlake Style has spotlighted five rising seniors as they head back for their final year at Carroll Senior High School. This beloved feature, “Five Ones To Watch,” has already introduced the broader community to students who have gone on to act, play, dance and compete on professional levels, accomplishing everything from landing a role in a Broadway production to making training camp for the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders. So we know there are big shoes to fill for the class of 2021’s selected students.

But our editorial team knows these five intelligent and well-spoken students are up to the challenge. After researching extracurriculars’ student leadership teams and speaking with CSHS principal Shawn Duhon, Southlake Style formed a shortlist of young men and women with big plans. Some are set out to change the world. Others are focused on nurturing younger generations. But they all have their eyes on the future, determined to have a lasting impact.

After sitting down with this group of seniors, eager to jump into the next step of their academic adventure, and meeting them during their socially distant photo shoot, we can proudly proclaim they not only are students worth watching but they represent their larger class, ready to go on and achieve greatness.

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2021 MAYA TEWARI KDGN EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, COVERAGE EDITOR While Maya Tewari has not been involved in KDGN or the Carroll yearbook staff for her entire high school career, her dedication and hunger to learn earned her a leadership position on both student-led teams. While she has aspirations to pursue mechanical engineering after graduation, Maya says she feels called to journalism because of its blank slate nature.

“I love that process of being able to start from nothing, and then I have to build it up and work on it,” Maya says.

It’s that ability to understand how to develop an angle, for print publication or broadcast, that got her noticed by her advisers.

“She has a great eye for what makes a good story,” digital media teacher and KDGN adviser Jennifer Randall says.

Yearbook adviser Natalie Brown also sees that determination, which is why she was awarded an editor position going into her senior year.

“It’s hard to think about Maya and not smile,” Natalie says. “Her commitment and drive is pretty rare out of somebody at that young age.”

While Maya has proven her own skills, Jennifer has also seen Maya teach her classmates, ensuring everyone is getting the most out of the educational experience.

“She spent time learning more about editing and her craft and then she would pass that immediately on,” Jennifer says. “She was never selfish with her time or her skills.

She does such a great job at making people excited about journalism.”

While Maya is eager about the potential storytelling possibilities the future brings, whether it be bringing more world news coverage into KDGN or finding new ways to talk about COVID-19’s effects, she’s most looking forward to working alongside her friends again.

“I want to go back to being a part of that family,” Maya says.

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ones to watch ADRIANA HEFFRON CARROLL THEATRE’S INTERNATIONAL THESPIAN TROUPE PRESIDENT As the only junior in the 2019-2020 Thespian Troupe, Adriana Heffron knew she wanted to continue on the legacy of the board after its senior members graduated.

Now as a senior and president, she’s looking for ways to keep Carroll Theatre connected, especially after being apart for several months.

Focusing on inclusion and improvement, Adriana says the previous board was inspired to make a difference once they came into office.

“We stayed after for three hours coming up with different ideas for the rest of the year and ways to improve the department,” Adriana says.

Now as the group’s leader, she’s not done with building connections, especially with underclassmen. During the summer, Adriana had her board take a leadership camp to see how they wanted to proceed for the 2020-2021 year. She also held a Zoom Q&A for incoming freshmen joining the department to introduce the leadership team and answer their questions.

While there are still several questions about what’s to come, Adriana says that being voted into the role gives her confidence in leading her classmates during unprecedented times.

“I was really honored to be elected for this role going into the year knowing it was going to be different,” Adriana says.

On top of her previous leadership, Adriana was cast in all three shows last year, and she plans to pursue theatre even after she graduates from Carroll Senior High School. But as far as her professional career is concerned, Adriana is leaning toward majoring in nursing or teaching, a role that will set her up to help the younger generation.

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2021 RISHIK BETHI DEBATE TEAM PRESIDENT, SPEAK TEXAS FOUNDER Rishik Bethi loves helping others find their voices. He found his in 2016 when he joined Carroll Middle School’s debate program.

“Debate was the first real place where you were forced to engage with both ends of every major argument,” Rishik says. “The key lies in understanding your opponent. When you understand the arguments they are going to give, it’s easy to determine how to apply your own position and gain the upper hand in a conversation.”

It didn’t take long for Rishik to excel.

Throughout his academic career, Rishik ranked sixth in World Schools Debate nationally, second in the state meet in his sophomore year and qualified for the state tournament three years in a row. He was even named the World Schools Debate Captain in his junior year.

Outside of school, Rishik’s proudest accomplishment is starting his own nonprofit, Speak Texas, which provides educational and financial resources for debate and speech programs across the state. Rishik started the organization to combat the social inequalities he witnessed while on the debate circuit.

“You would see people come from really big schools with highly funded programs, having three prep coaches before going into each round, then you’d see really small schools with only one or two competitors in each event not having those same resources,” Rishik expresses.

“Oftentimes it was because of those additional resources that those people were able to get an upper hand in those matches.”

Whether he pursues law or medicine after graduation, Rishik hopes to leave a strong impression wherever he goes, just like on the debate stage.

“I want to use whatever skills I’ve learned to help leave a big impact,” Rishik says. “I want to focus my efforts into benefiting my community, wherever that may be.”

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ones to watch ESTELA ROMERO PROGRESSIVE ACTIVISM CLUB PRESIDENT Change doesn’t come easy, and few know that better than Estela Romero.

That’s why she started the Progressive Activism Club in Southlake to push toward a better tomorrow.

As a writer and social activist, Estela has always cared about the issues that affect minorities in America. One of her first advocacy efforts came in 2019 while writing for “The Teen Observer” in Washington, D.C. She published essays on topics relating to gun violence, mental health and gender-neutral bathrooms.

“I believe I can be an activist through my writing,” Estela says. “I am very proud of this accomplishment since I am a 17 year old from a small town and would have never thought I would have an opportunity like this.”

Estela’s activism grew in May when George Floyd died after a Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck for eight minutes and 46 seconds. She gathered five Southlake Carroll seniors and formed the Progressive Activism Club, bringing together hundreds of residents across the city and organizing two marches for Black Lives Matter and gay pride in Southlake Town Square.

“I knew immediately that it was something I wanted to be a part of,” secretary Grace Cropper says. “Like our other club members, Estela stands for justice and equality and helps others fight for these values. It’s important to try to enact real, positive change in our local environment, and this club allows us to do just that.”

Estela wants to major in communication and possibly political science next year.

After college, she wants to pursue a career in journalism where she can continue exposing injustices toward people because of their race, religion, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.

“I want to change the world,” she says.

“But for now, I can start in Southlake.”

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2021 ALEX BERES CARROLL ROBOTICS TEAM PROGRAMMER On a robotics team, every person has a specific role. The designers and builders give a robot its body. A driver controls where the robot will go. And the programmer gives the robot its brain, allowing it to perform specific tasks.

Alex Beres is a programmer and, through code, ensures the team effort will perform tasks both autonomously and with the help of a driver. Alex developed his passion for technology at a young age and started channeling that drive to create.

“I’ve been programming since at least fifth grade,” Alex says. “I’ve been writing programs to do all sorts of things.”

When he saw robotics was offered in high school, Alex took his passion for coding even farther. “[Robotics] was a way to really apply coding to a physical thing, to make something that actually does stuff in the real world with the code,” Alex says.

With his involvement in robotics and his passion for programming, Alex and his robotics team has dominated — qualifying for the VEX Worlds Championship and winning the Think Award at the Texas Regional Championship last season.

Embodying the elementary school teachers that fostered his love for coding, Alex also pays it forward, tutoring the students in the robotics club at Old Union.

Currently in his senior year, Alex shows no signs of slowing down. Alongside his involvement in SKIL, Southlake’s Sister Cities program, debate and the UIL Social Studies team, Alex plans to continue robotics this year and beyond.

“I intend to study computer science in college, preferably something along the lines of computer science and cognition, so artificial intelligence and machine learning,” Alex says. “I’m really interested in using computers to solve problems in innovative ways. I think that [artificial intelligence and machine learning] is going to be a revolutionary field.”

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What is the most rewarding part of your job? For the past 17 years, I have been honored to see so many of my patients grow up and come in with their own families and kids. It’s very rewarding to be a part of our patients’ lives, build relationships with them and make a difference in their dental and overall health.

How is your dental practice different from others in the area? I have the absolute best team around! We all strive to go above and beyond for every patient.

Our patients are part of our dental family and ensuring that we give them a great experience is of utmost importance to each one of us.

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What is the most rewarding part of your job? Helping people is the best part of our job! We love when we can alleviate a patient’s pain and provide a very comfortable experience — that is our goal!

How do you make patients feel at ease at the dentist? It’s about the patient experience. From the moment a patient contacts our office, we strive to make the patient’s experience as comfortable and as pleasant as possible, all while providing excellent endodontic care.

Are there any new procedures or policies that have been put in place after the COVID-19 outbreak? We are taking all necessary precautions and following all recommendations in compliance with the CDC’s guidelines to minimize the risk of exposure and infection. This includes thorough cleaning and sanitization of our office and operatories after each patient, fever checks and a mask requirement of everyone in the office, as well as completing a COVID-19 questionnaire prior to being seen.

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TOLLESON ORTHODONTICS SHANE REX TOLLESON, D.D.S., M.S.D.

What’s your secret to success? I believe the first line of our mission statement sums it up pretty well… “We at Tolleson Orthodontics will be, first and foremost, loving people who are committed to building up every single person with whom we come in contact.”

How is your dental practice different from others in the area? We work hard to combine modern excellence with a relaxed, family-friendly personality. And since Southlake is home to my business and family, you know who we are and where to find us!

What is the most rewarding part of your job? It’s so rewarding to watch selfconscious patients discover self-confidence during orthodontic treatment.

A smile is powerful that way. Even our office mascot, T-Rex, wasn’t always the king of dinosaurs. Like most of us, he battled self-consciousness for one reason or another, be it for his tiny arms or big teeth. My reward is seeing my patients roar with confidence after their smile transformations!

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ith the exception of several college years when I ran off of the fitness rails, I have exercised daily for about the last 45 years. Exercise is as much a part of my daily routine as eating and sleeping. It’s both a mental and physical thing for me and partly motivated by witnessing my parents struggle with their health. Neither of them consistently maintained any sort of fitness program due to lack of time, energy and motivation. In their early 50s, they suffered initial attacks from heart disease that would eventually claim their lives: My dad experienced his first major heart attack and my mom had her first stroke. While I don’t know if consistent exercise would have changed their lives, I harbor my suspicions and exercise partly to avoid the same fate.

I ran cross country and track in high school. Jim Fixx’s “The Complete Book of Running” was a best-seller at the time. Kenneth Cooper’s views on cardiovascular health and aerobic exercise shaped my exercise beliefs. My high school senior thesis regarded the benefits of running. I’m certain my English teacher, a non-exerciser, gave me an A just to avoid having to read it.

I used strength training to enhance my sports performance until my early 20s. However, a pair of compromised rotator cuffs (baseball and weight lifting), a bum left elbow (weight lifting) and a bad right knee (again, weight lifting) sidelined meaningful resistance training. As a result, my exercise regimen became almost entirely aerobic: running, walking, stairmasters, elliptical machines. Plus, I believed aerobic exercise to be the best preventive measure for heart disease.

However, notwithstanding my daily routine of aerobic exercise, my health worsened. I was using armrests to get out of chairs. My running and walking gait were becoming inefficient and imbalanced.

My aerobic exercise stamina was declining while joints were aching more. Cholesterol levels were trending the wrong way. I then discovered incredible research about resistance training. It identified correlations between resistance training and health marker improvements such as blood pressure, bone mineral density, chronic inflammation, digestive mobility, metabolism, insulin sensitivity, body fat and cholesterol levels — many of the health markers associated with heart health.

But what about my concerns for (re)injuring myself? My solution is strength training that fully loads the targeted muscle group during both the shortening and lengthening contractions. Each exercise lasts 60 to 90 seconds; each repetition lasts 10 to 20 seconds. The slow cadence greatly reduces injury risk, even more so when combined with computerized fitness equipment that adapts to the exerciser’s unique capabilities. Strength can be significantly increased by performing 8 to 10 exercises per 20-minute session approximately two times a week.

Aerobic exercise remains a part of my exercise routine, but I now incorporate two sessions per week of strength training. I am stronger. My mobility has improved, my stamina has increased and my joint pain has diminished. I no longer use armrests to get out of chairs. Strength training might change your life, too.

MIKE SIMS HAS DECADES OF EXPERIENCE IN THE EXERCISE SECTOR AND NOW CO-OWNS A SOUTHLAKE GYM WITH HIS WIFE ANDREA.

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Covenant Christian Academy Covenant Christian Academy provides a biblically based, classical, college preparatory education that inspires a passion for excellence, a heart of grace and the character of Christ in our students. By offering premier academics from a highly experienced and nurturing staff, our students enjoy championship athletics and exemplary fine arts in a community of families grounded in truth and grace. Covenant Christian Academy starts in-person school on August 12, with remote learning options available for those with health or illness concerns. Come and see why students excel at Covenant Christian Academy.

Dear parents, We have always known the importance of schooling decisions for our children’s futures and our parents’ peace of mind.

At this moment, however, these choices are more crucial than ever.

During this difficult time, Covenant Christian Academy has committed itself to a close Chuck Evans, Principal partnership with parents and families. Your child’s welfare is our first concern, and each family’s struggle to manage work and school is front and center in our thinking.

We are going back to school in August, and we have put in place elaborate plans designed to keep the school operating as normally as possible, even if other schools in our community are forced to close. Students with extended absences for quarantine or infection will be able to remain in daily, even hourly contact with their teachers and classroom activities.

Knowing that families with younger children are impacted most by school closures, our pre-K through fourth grades will not leave the campus if we experience a temporary suspension of normal school activities. Grades five through 12 will toggle immediately to live streamed lessons and assignments, and the academic program will continue on pace.

Let us take some of the uncertainty out of your school decision-making. Contact us to talk in more detail about our plans to conduct school safely, intentionally and fully in this coming year.

Yours steadfastly,

FAST FACTS Grades............................................................. Pre-K through 12th Enrollment.......................................................................................620 Student-Teacher Ratio.................................................................14:1 Private or Public..................................................................... Private Tours Available..............................Yes — in person or virtual Tuition...........................................................................................Varies Transportation................................................................................. No Enrollment Dates...................................................................... Open Enrichment Programs: AP and Dual Credit, Fine Arts, Athletics and Bible Open House: 7 p.m. on July 30 or Aug. 20.

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COVID-19 Procedures: All needed precautions will be taken to ensure the safety of our students and families.

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Grapevine Faith Christian School

Grapevine Faith exists to develop and graduate authentic Christian leaders. In partnership with Christian families, the school educates students through a challenging, Christ-centered program with excellence in academics, athletics and creative arts. Grapevine Faith infuses a biblical worldview in every aspect of the school experience to encourage ministry and missionmindedness to the local community and beyond. The school is co-educational, evangelical and college-preparatory with selective admission. You are invited to visit their campus, where you will meet the faculty, talk with students and see faith in action!

Dear families, The 2019-2020 school year is one that we will not soon forget for many reasons. It started with the celebration of our 20th anniversary and reminder of God’s faithfulness as our school has grown over the last two decades.

We celebrated several of our sports teams as they made it to district and regional competitions, Dr. Ed Smith, President including our third state title for our women’s soccer team. We cheered for the students who performed in our Dallas Summer Musical award-winning spring production, “The Music Man.” We honored the students who competed and placed in debate tournaments, art competitions, spelling bees, science fairs and so much more.

And when some of our most exciting events and traditions were altered as a result of COVID-19, we took time to grieve with families and find new ways to celebrate from a distance.

I remain grateful and inspired by the way our staff and families pivoted quickly and effectively to do what was necessary during these challenging circumstances.

At Grapevine Faith, we remain committed to partnering with parents to provide a Christ-centered education and atmosphere for their children. As we prepare our return to campus in the fall, we understand that it is crucial to plan in advance of another “stay at home” order. Therefore, our administration has outlined a Return To School plan that addresses three possible learning methods, depending on risk level. I encourage you to view this plan on our website and reach out if you have any questions that we can help you with as you consider Grapevine Faith Christian School.

Our team and I look forward to meeting you and your family!

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FAST FACTS Grades............................................................. Pre-K through 12th Enrollment....................................................................................... 720 Student-Teacher Ratio........ 10-22:1, varies by grade level Private or Public..................................................................... Private Tours Available...............................................................................Yes Tuition................................................ $9,100 - $17,350 annually Transportation................................................................................. No Open House: Oct. 6, Nov. 10, Dec. 1, Jan. 19, Feb. 23, March 30, April 20 Enrollment Dates: First Pool, March + Rolling Enrollment Enrichment Programs: Athletics, Creative Arts, Debate, STEAM and Technology COVID-19 Procedures: Please visit GrapevineFaith.com for more information

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The Children’s Courtyard The Children’s Courtyard offers quality early education with flexible enrollment. Here, achievement starts early as our school readiness pathway guides each child to elementary school with a customized curriculum in programs for infants and up. We maintain a healthy, safe environment by closely following CDC guidance. The Prep Lab supports students with distance learning and educational projects on a flexible schedule, including a fullday option. And families stay connected with live-streaming video and a mobile app with real-time updates. Plus, our Grow Fit initiative ensures the complete well-being of your growing child through nutrition, fitness and healthy living.

Dear families, The Children’s Courtyard of Southlake has served families and children in the community since 2001. Our school is accredited through Cognia, an accreditation body that focuses on improving educational opportunities for all learners. Here at The Children’s Courtyard, we provide a safe and engaging enLeeann Hart, vironment for children six weeks Campus Director through 12 years old. Tenured teachers have Child Development Associate certifications and provide high-quality early education for each student. The Children’s Courtyard continues to adapt to health and safety changes and ensure all children are supported emotionally as well as academically.

Having three children who have grown up at The Children’s Courtyard and are currently enrolled in Carroll ISD, I understand the value of a solid academic foundation. The Children’s Courtyard provides a fantastic early education experience, as well as continued support through elementary and intermediate school. Adapting to families’ needs as the education system changes is a priority, and The Children’s Courtyard will be helping them find solutions for their child’s educational journey.

Providing a safe, healthy and secure environment where a child can learn, play and explore is our top priority at The Children’s Courtyard. We hope to meet you on a tour where we can share more about our enriching early education options.

Sincerely,

FAST FACTS Grades............................................... 6 weeks through 12 years Student-Teacher Ratio...........................Varies by classroom Private or Public..................................................................... Private Tours Available..............................Yes — in person or virtual Tuition...........................................................................................Varies Transportation................................................................................Yes Enrollment Dates...................................................................... Open Enrichment Programs: Dance and Soccer COVID-19 Procedures: Temperature screenings, providing protective face covering, serving pre-plated meals and enhancing cleanliness and hygiene practices

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Fort Worth Christian School Fort Worth Christian School is a Christ-centered, college preparatory school where every student is known, loved and valued. They are taught excellence in and out of the classroom and empowered by a biblical worldview for a lifetime of faith, service and leadership for Christ. This fall, we plan on reopening in person on August 12 while allowing specific cases to be approved for online learning. We are ready to offer a quality education no matter what, no matter where.

Since 1958, Fort Worth Christian School has been shaping the lives of students on our 40-acre campus in North Richland Hills.

One of the oldest and largest private Christian schools in the area, Fort Worth Christian is proud to offer parents and students a highquality, Christ-centered college preparatory education. Whether Dr. Misty Overman, it is in person or in a blended or Head of School online environment, your child will have the opportunity to excel at FWC. I have served in Christian education in various states, and one thing is clear: Parents are looking for a safe place for their child to be educated. At FWC, we create this safe environment by loving your child and challenging them through rigorous academics and exciting extracurricular opportunities.

The world is changing rapidly, and the questions we face in society are becoming increasingly complex. There is a need for bold, confident leaders to lead our communities and our world. At FWC, we challenge your child to be their very best now and prepare them for the future. At FWC, we strive to teach excellence in and out of the classroom and empower our students with a biblical worldview. All of this is because we desire to prepare, equip and empower every FWC graduate for a life of faith, service and leadership for Christ.

FAST FACTS Grades............................................................. Pre-K through 12th Private or Public..................................................................... Private Tours Available................... Text “STYLE” to 817.520.6200 Tuition...........................................................................................Varies Enrollment Dates...................................................................... Open Enrichment Programs: Athletics, Arts, Band, Choir and Theatre COVID-19: Visit FWC.org/Fall2020

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Westlake Academy Westlake Academy is an IB World School that provides students with an internationally minded education of the highest quality. Westlake Academy is a prestigious and innovative charter school that offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, a one-on-one iPad program for students and STEM and CTE courses with technology integrated into all classrooms. Westlake Academy aims to connect individuals from around the world, create lifelong learners and unite them in their cultural and national identities.

Dear families, We hope you are enjoying your summer break! We understand how hard it has been to relax and refresh over the past few months as the effects of COVID-19 touch us all in some way.

Over the summer, we have been exploring ways to further develop our educational options for the fall semester — all while Amanda DeGan, maintaining our rigor and the Superintendent expectations of an International Baccalaureate education. A primary focus has been on the implementation of upgraded health and safety protocols for the protection of all who will be on campus.

For prospective families, my hope is that you will explore our website and discover our challenging inquirybased curriculum and extracurricular activities. If you are a returning family, we are honored you have chosen us to help educate your child and prepare them for the future.

As one of the few schools that provides the K-12 IB continuum, we are proud of the success of our students and teachers. We are further distinguished through our charter designation as an open-enrollment public school, owned and operated by the Town of Westlake.

In these challenging times, we keep our vision before us of creating a school experience that “…inspires collegebound students to achieve their highest individual potential in a nurturing environment that fosters the traits found in the IB learner profile.” Our goal is to provide every student with the very best in education and that they enjoy a healthy and safe learning environment.

Sincerely,

FAST FACTS Grades..............................Kindergarten through 12th grade Enrollment....................................................................................... 885 Student-Teacher Ratio.................................................................13:1 Private or Public.......................................................................Public Tours Available...............................................................................Yes Transportation................................................................................. No Enrollment Dates: Dec. 1 - Jan. 31 for extended boundary students’ lottery; open enrollment for Westlake residents Enrichment Programs: Coding, Robotics, Sciences, Languages, Music and Arts

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Colleyville Christian Preschool Colley v ille Christian School’s mission is to prov ide academic excellence in Christian education for children 18 months through kindergarten. The center points of Colleyville Christian School’s program are an advanced academic and Bible-based curriculum; an experienced and qualified staff; low student-teacher ratios, a safe, fun and loving learning environment; and hands-on enrichment in art, music and STEM. Colleyville Christian School also provides a clean environment through its state-of-the-art ZONO disinfecting system all while providing a firm foundation for your child’s future learning.

Dear students and parents, On behalf of the entire staff of Colleyville Christian School, I want to say welcome to another school year. This year promises to begin like no other in our nation’s great history. As we practice staying safe, we remain ever mindful of the job that we still have at hand, which is to develop these wonderful young Diane Ellis, Director minds into bright, confident and energetic learners as they progress into higher grades.

Amid the pandemic, we remain committed to our mission to deliver academic excellence in Christian education. We are equally committed to doing so in a safe and responsible manner for all our students and staff.

Colleyville Christian is also preparing to add a supplemental program in the event local school districts do not open in time or if parents wish to send their child to a smaller setting. We plan to incorporate a small classroom of upperclassmen into our program where students can remotely access their respective classroom teachers online.

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The Former Dallas Cowboys’ Cornerback Joins Grapevine Faith Christian School As Its First Black Head Football Coach

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n life and on the football field, CJ Wilson knows all about perseverance. Before playing professionally for the Carolina Panthers and the Dallas Cowboys from 2007 to 2012, CJ played football at Baylor University, where he was honored as an All-American, a Thorpe Award winner and a Baylor Sports Hall of Fame inductee. Now part of Grapevine Faith Christian School’s football program, CJ continues to pour 100% of himself onto the field.

I BEGAN FOOTBALL… when I was 3 years old.

My mother allowed me to go play in the front yard with my two older brothers and cousin. I remember one time being tackled into a rose bush. My brothers and cousin pulled me from the bush as I had thorns in my skin. My brother says I cried for a minute until all the thorns were removed, then I asked to keep playing.

My football life began that day with thorns and blood. That's just who I am.

MY COLLEGIATE AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES… helped shape my perspective of life. I learned how to master the art of playing defense. I spent many days with the coaching staff helping to make personnel decisions, scheme suggestions, decisions on the optics of how we play. This allowed me to be ahead of the competition. I only played one year of high school football, so I didn't have time to waste. I wanted to be the best in the world or at least in the top five at what I do.

I WENT FROM BEING… a master of defense to a professional football player with the Panthers and Cowboys. I didn't want to play football to get rich, famous or any of the fluff that comes along with the game. I didn't care about that.

My NFL desire was to play against the best of the best and win a Super Bowl. I came up a game short of going to the Super Bowl, but there are no complaints here. I can't argue with lining up against Tony Romo, Terrell Owens, Dez Bryant, Jason Witten, Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers and Peyton and Eli Manning all in their prime.

BEING THE FIRST PLAYER-COACH IN PANTHERS HISTORY… was a crazy experience. I was just trying to play the game and get other guys ready in case management decided not to let me play. I did the player game day tests for the defensive backs, ran the meetings, helped make personnel decisions, mentored younger guys and helped with player development. Coaching is relationships first. Learning that side of the game gave me a chance to master the nuances that made coaching easy.

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AFTER MY PLAYING DAYS WERE OVER WITH THE COWBOYS… I took a year off to regain my mind and body. I returned to Baylor to finish my last semester and graduate with a history degree. Soon after graduation, I had a meeting with Gil Garza, the athletic director of Dallas ISD, and the next day I was offered over 40 different coaching jobs. But that wasn’t what made that day special for me. It was because that was the day that my wife and I were allowed to take our daughter Cara home from the hospital. I literally left the meeting with Mr. Garza at DISD and headed over to Southwestern Hospital to take my family home. My life has changed forever, and they are the reason why.

My girls are my reason and my push.

WHAT SOLD ME ON COACHING AT GRAPEVINE FAITH… was the application. It was the first time I was asked about my faith when going for a position to help kids. The way they allowed me to freely express my faith was eyeopening. Anyone who knows me will tell you I rarely talk about football unless it’s the topic. I prefer to expand in life and faith and let football have its place. I was brought in for reasons bigger than the game of football.

WE DON’T KNOW… what playing in the fall will look like. No one does. We know that programs around us have had to sit down and make some changes because of COVID-19. But Grapevine Faith has a plan, and we’re going to execute it to the max. We have parameters and checkpoints for our kids while socially distancing ourselves. It’s tough, but our parents, kids and coaches are meeting one another where we are. We pray no one gets the virus, but we are humble enough to make the necessary adjustments to keep our families safe. Football takes a backseat to that.

MY FAVORITE PART OF THE GAME… are the life lessons inside of it. No matter where you come from, football teaches most of life’s lessons. You can build your faith, family, life, business, character and lifestyle within it. The game of life can be seen through the game of football.

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ront Burner Restaurants, known for eateries like Sixty Vines, The Ranch and Whiskey Cake, is continuing to expand. Now, it has brought one of its beloved brands closer to Southlake. Mexican Sugar opened its second location, right next to Las Colinas’ Whiskey Cake, in June for curbside and delivery and opened its dining room to guests late last month.

“We recognized a need in the market for a polished Latin-inspired experience and seized the opportunity to occupy the space directly next to Whiskey Cake for Mexican Sugar,” Front Burner Restaurants CEO Jack Gibbons says.

“Our restaurants share a similar consumer, so we love being neighbors with our sister brands.”

The almost 11,000-square-foot restaurant features an indoor/outdoor bar, six dining rooms and three connected patios, providing plenty of space for those looking to escape to a divine dining destination. With its Spanish Colonial Revival aesthetic featuring white stucco and dramatic brick archways, guests are sure to feel swept off their feet thanks to Mexican Sugar’s design choices.

“When our guests walk in, we’d like them to feel like they’ve been transported to South America for a fine, Latin-inspired culinary experience,” Gibbons says. “They’ll be welcomed

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LOCALFLAVOR review by vibrant colors, an open floor plan, touches of ornate patterns and a sultry vibe that’s perfect for date night, weekend brunch or special occasion.”

After making their way inside, guests are sure to be impressed by its tequila library that acts as the entrance’s focal point. But those bottles are for much more than show, featuring more than 100 tequilas and 30 mezcals just waiting to be served. Whether you enjoy a few with a tequila flight or in a signature cocktail, come thirsty.

Three of Mexican Sugar’s signature margaritas, the machete, classico and hibiscus, are also available in a flight for those eager to try something new. Fruity fanatics are sure to enjoy the hibiscus, made with a touch of sweetness thanks to its hibiscus-infused water, simple syrup, lime and orange liqueur. But for a refreshing drink with personality, the machete may be for you.

Crafted with a slight kick thanks to its serranoinfused tequila, this balanced beverage is rounded out thanks to the cooling taste of cucumber and watermelon.

While there are several tequila-based cocktails to choose from, don’t discount its sangrias, perfect for those looking for a pitcher to order and share amongst the table.

“All of our cocktails and dishes are scratchmade, juiced and infused in-house, so you really can’t go wrong,” Gibbons says.

While sipping on a cocktail or two, guests can get a taste of the Latin flavors ahead with a few starters. Both the arepas, featuring barbacoa, slaw and cilantro crema, and the ceviche provide bright bites you may have to fight over. And the three cheese queso and roasted salsa offer deep flavors for those with a hankering for a cuisine favorite.

But be sure to leave room for the spread that awaits. Hungry appetites will be put to the test with the incredibly juicy Adobo Grilled Carne Asada fajitas, served with the works and handpressed corn tortillas. Spice lovers should seek out the habanero shrimp tacos for its fresh pico de gallo. Or, for another seafood favorite, order the paella, complete with scallops, shrimp, mussels, Spanish chorizo, heirloom tomatoes, peas and saffron rice, for the table.

The Pan-Latin influence rings true throughout the menu, even in its 7-ounce wagyu beef burger made with chile spiced bacon, roasted poblano, chihuahua cheese, pico, lettuce, avocado spread and adobo crema. After one bite of these bold flavors, you may just have a new go-to.

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“That was my favorite place to go,” Maisha says. “It was a piece of home I was missing.”

Now, the North Texas resident has brought the brand and its beloved comfort food items to the Lone Star State.

“We have been very excited to enter Texas for some time,” FAT Brands Chief Marketing Officer Thayer Wiederhorn says. “The sales results and feedback we have received thus far has been really positive. Maisha deserves all the success she is realizing.”

Fatburger & Buffalo’s Express North Richland opened in June, ready to introduce the concept to local burger enthusiasts. The interior still holds that nostalgic spirit thanks to its window seating options and overall ambiance.

“It’s still a throwback inside to an old school hamburger stand,” Maisha says. “I love that our saying is that we are America's last great burger stand.”

That old school nature doesn’t stop with the interior.

Fatburger built a cult following thanks to its made to order burgers featuring 100% lean ground beef patties, the works and sponge-dough bun. First-timers should try the original, the medium burger made with a ⅓ pound patty, to get a feel for its flavor profile. For those a little more daring, the large (½ pound patty) and the XXL (one pound patty), provide a hearty upgrade. Those up to the challenge, the XXXL challenge, can dive into the 1.5 pound patty burger for a chance to have your picture taken and placed on the wall of fame.

The co-branded store also offers bone-in and boneless wings as well as 12 sauces, not to mention both its 100% real ice cream milkshakes and vegan shakes. Plus with freshly made sides like fries and homemade onion rings, it’s safe to say you aren’t leaving hungry.

“We cannot seem to keep them prepped,” Maisha says.

So grab your crew and enjoy a classic Americana experience over burgers, fat fries and shakes. Beloved family memories await.

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Schedules are picking back up. With kids’ extracurriculars, rescheduled events and growing commitments on the horizon, it’s easy to feel like there isn’t time to craft a creative date night, let alone one on a school night.

Whether you have your kids in tow or you and your spouse can sneak away for an evening, here’s how to accomplish one with enough time to still make it home before curfew.

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Start your night at Southlake’s Bonefish Grill, which boasts crisp martinis for those looking to indulge in a sophisticated night out. The Tropic Heat Martini, an Absolut vodka infused with pineapples mixed with mango, lemon and finished with jalapeno, provides hot, beachy flavors. The espresso martini, an infused vanilla bean vodka combined with Kahlúa, creme de cacao and freshbrewed espresso, is sure to add a spring to your step for the rest of the night. Pair your first round with a sensational starter, like the Imperial Dip made with shrimp, bay scallops, lump crab, mozzarella and Parmesan. All those fresh proteins are sure to hold you over until your next stop.

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START SMALL, ACCENT WALL For those dipping their toes into the trend, find a wallpaper for a small accent wall in your home. These wall treatments can enhance the character of your room all while retaining the current space’s color scheme. Grab a print, like a basic stripe or a floral design, to create a new focal point.

Or select a different neutral hue to bring something fresh yet relaxing into your room. And for those looking to make a dramatic impact, gold foil variations do exist. But think it through before investing in your accent wall, because this is a design tip you’ll want to use sparingly. It’s not an accent if several walls are telling different stories.

DON’T BE AFRAID TO GO BOLD For those ready for big changes, there are plenty of bold wallpaper options out there that can be applied to an entire space. From tasteful polka dots to geometrical shapes, these striking versions are sure to shake up a room. Those looking for a natural end result can try out a wallpaper full of vines and plants. Want to enhance the texture of a space? Invest in a roll of 3D wallpaper. With options like crocodile skin and brick, there are still plenty of possibilities to sort through once you start looking at these luxury fabrics. Choosing a design can be a great way to let your kids be a part of the fun.

Whether you let them select the wallpaper that will hang in their respective rooms or give them a few different options for shared family spaces, asking for their creative opinion will make them feel a part of the remodeling process.

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Canyon Home to the second-largest canyon in the country and plenty of trails, Canyon offers natural amenities and views unlike anything else in the state. After spending a little under six hours traveling toward the panhandle, it’ll feel nice stretching your legs in Palo Duro Canyon State Park. With more than 30 miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails, there’s not a wrong way to explore the rugged landscape. Whether you camp or glamp (thanks to the park’s latest cabin amenities), it’s easy to fully embrace the location.

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Marfa You’ve probably seen a photo of the iconic Prada Marfa, located more than 500 miles from Southlake, but what else do you know about the Far West Texas town? Marfa, within the Big Ben region, acts as a cultural destination, providing spaces for creatives, performers and painters to come together and celebrate their aesthetics. Whether you stop by the contemporary art museum Ballroom Marfa or the Greasewood Gallery located in the historic Hotel Paisano, there’s sure to be an exhibit worth viewing. There are also plenty of locally made goods available in the town’s boutiques. Whether you are on the hunt for some handcrafted soap or modern jewelry, you’re sure to find something unique to take back home. Before heading east, be sure to be on the lookout for the Marfa Lights, an unexplained phenomenon of seemingly sourceless lights that take over the skies at night. It’s a sight worth the trip alone. VisitMarfa.com

Nacogdoches The oldest town in Texas, Nacogdoches, has been under more flags than the state itself, with nine claimed throughout its long history. Now the East Texas city, located about three and a half hours from Southlake, boasts not only Stephen F. Austin State University but also plenty of southern charm. Embrace the history by reserving a room at The Jones House Bed & Breakfast, a Victorian mansion that transports locals to a different time. You can easily fill your stay with museum visits and tours of the historic buildings sprinkled throughout Nacogdoches, but don’t forget to spend a little time outdoors. After all, it is the Garden Capital of Texas. Guests can hike through its lush forests, stop by a local blueberry farm or walk through the SFA Mast Arboretum, containing more than 7,500 different plants and with more than 20 themed green spaces. Does your crew need another nudge? The area also offers family fun options like a zipline, drive-thru safari and historic railroad.

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Gruene Even those familiar with New Braunfels might not know about Gruene, a ghost town turned historic district. Located about four hours away from Southlake, Gruene used to be its own city but has since become an extension of the larger New Braunfels region. While Gruene has plenty of historic significance, its main attraction is still Gruene Hall, the oldest dance hall in Texas. But with an expansive antiquing area, quaint coffee shop, wine tasting room and tubing location, there’s plenty to mark down on your to-do list prior to driving through town.

Stay in the heart of the area by booking a room at the Gruene Mansion Inn, located just steps away from the dancing hall. Before hitting the road to head back north, swing by the Gruene General Store for some souvenir shopping to mark the end of your Texas getaway.

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