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CHS Trumpet Player Selected for All-State 5A Symphonic Band

Posted/span> on June 24, 2019 in Creekview, Fine Arts, Fine Arts – State-National, Wall of Honor 2018-2019

CHS trumpet player, Colby Cruz, was selected for the All-State 5A Symphonic Band on Jan. 12, 2019. Cruz, a senior at Creekview High School, has been pursuing this achievement for the past couple of years.

All-State Band

There are over 30 regions within the state of Texas. Musicians must first make it into their region level before they can advance to the next level, which is Area. Thousands of students audition for the region level and hundreds audition for the Area level. Only very best of those advance to the State level. Additionally, Colby earned 1st chair 5A Band – 1st place among the thousands of trumpet players in the state that auditioned through region and area.

Ingredients for Success

Creekview Band Director, Arturo Denis stated, “We were so excited and proud of his accomplishment, it’s a very challenging task to achieve.” Denis explains, “It’s also worthwhile to note that Colby was a member of the Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra, DCI Drum and Bugle Corps Oregon Crusaders and Bluecoats. He made the region and area level for Jazz ensemble auditions, and was active in lessons and daily practice – all the right ingredients for success.”

This is the 2nd year in a row that a CHS student has qualified for the All-State Band and earned 1st chair. Denis added, “The process is grueling and highly selective – Colby Cruz truly is one of the ‘best of the best.'”

Eagle Scout Project Brings CHS Student Back to Roots at Rosemeade

Posted/span> on May 16, 2019 in Creekview, District News, Newsletter, Rosemeade

Creekview High School freshman, Stephen Adcox, began scouting as a first-grade Tiger Cub Scout at Rosemeade Elementary in 2010, with Pack 735. He is now a Life Rank Scout with Troop 876 and working toward the rank of Eagle Scout. According to the Boy Scouts of America, the rank of Eagle Scout requires several steps based on a foundation of earlier achievements and culminating in a service project, Scoutmaster conference attendance, and a successful completion of a board review.

For Stephen’s service project, he saw a need at his elementary alma mater. The small covered pavilion at the south side of Rosemeade was in need of updating. Stephen worked on the planning and implementation of his project to improve this space for over a year. This resulted in a complete tear-down of the old pavilion and replacing it with a structure better suited for outdoor learning.

A year in the making

Stephen began the funding of his project by selling engraved bricks to raise money for the new outdoor classroom pavilion he envisioned. The over $1900 in engraved bricks have been added to the existing brick path next to Rosemeade. Stephen worked with CFB employees Victor Melton, Scott Behner and former Rosemeade principal, M. Amy Miller to coordinate the stages of tear down and rebuilding.

Support from local businesses

Stephen visited several local hardware stores for donations and supplies. New View Roofing provided free roof supplies and labor to the project. Ace Hardware provided a gift card and discount. Additionally, the Lowe’s at Preston Rd. and the George Bush Tollway provided a large gift card as well for supplies. In October 2018, he oversaw the tear-down of the old pavilion, with a new concrete slab foundation poured in January. The rebuilding of the pavilion was completed in March, and the roofing completed in April.

There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony for the official opening of the pavilion on Friday, May 24, at 7:45 AM.

Creekview Alumna Melissa Gonzalez Has Eyes on Olympics

Posted/span> on May 15, 2019 in Alumni Athletic Accolades, Athletics, Creekview, District News, Newsletter

Melissa Gonzalez was born to run. The 2012 graduate of Creekview High School was a stand-out in Track her junior year. CHS coach Misti Springfield noted that Melissa kept winning every meet, then district meets, then regionals. Melissa’s mom, Temple Creamer-Gonzalez, who is a teacher at Perry Middle School stated, “Misti recognized that Melissa had a talent that needed more specialized training. She unselfishly reached out to then coach Stephani Perkins at Ranchview to step in and prepare Melissa for the state meet.”

“This was a moment that shaped everything. Perkins once a national record-setting hurdler herself, and she also had her own private team outside of school, which Melissa quickly joined. This increased her training, catapulting her into the highest level of competition. None of this would have ever happened had Coach Springfield not reached out in the spirit of sportsmanship to find the best coach – even if it wasn’t her – for her athlete.”

Melissa attended Kent Elementary and Blalack Middle School before attending Creekview. Melissa earned a full Track scholarship from the University of Texas at Austin. She graduated in 2016 with a degree in Sport Management. Melissa’s track career did not end with college. She currently runs for the Colombian National team.

Eyes on the Olympics

Every competition on a national level, whether in the U.S. or in South America, is a platform for her to submit an Olympic qualifying time. Her plans are to run in the National Championships this summer in South America. She will represent Colombia, where she holds dual citizenship. Additionally, she plans to compete in the PanAmerican games later this summer. Another goal of hers is to break the Colombian national record in 400m hurdles.

Academic and Athletic Roots in CFB

Melissa’s little sister, Samantha Gonzalez, won at state in hurdles 2 years in a row, 2015-2016. Samantha is currently finishing her fourth year as a full-ride scholarship athlete at the University of Miami. Youngest sister, Lily, is a first-grader at Kent and is carrying on the tradition of winning every Fun Run and Turkey Trot she competes in.

Melissa married fellow CHS alum David Blough, her high school sweetheart. Blough is an accomplished football player, having played quarterback at Purdue University, and having recently signed a contract as an undrafted free agent with the Cleveland Browns.

Countdown to Graduation at the UNT Coliseum

Posted/span> on April 24, 2019 in Creekview, District News, Newsletter, Ranchview, Smith High School, Turner High School

Graduation ceremonies at the UNT Coliseum are a CFB tradition and a time for life-long memories. As you make your drive to Denton and enjoy visits from out-of-town relatives on this momentous occasion, we want you to be prepared for your arrival. The University of North Texas has implemented new rules this year regarding activities inside and what can be brought into the venue.

When

Graduation will be held on Sunday, Jun. 2, at the UNT Coliseum.
9 AM – Newman Smith Graduation
1 PM – Turner Graduation
4 PM – Creekview Graduation
7 PM – Ranchview Graduation

Parking

Arrive early and carpool as much as possible. Allow for extra time to park and walk some distance from your car to the ceremony.
Don’t rely on your GPS – you will be taking the North Texas Boulevard Exit to access the UNT campus from I-35.
There will be signage and UNT Police officers guiding traffic around the Coliseum.

UNT Coliseum Polices

No seat-saving. This is a policy of the UNT Coliseum. There will be more than enough seating available for all guests. Arriving early is the best way to find the best vantage point for you and your family.
With the exception of seats for graduates, special commencement guests and district personnel, there are no reserved seats.
ALL individual bags will be checked as people enter the Coliseum. Prepare before you arrive. If you don’t need that bag, leave it in the car or at home. 🙂

Tickets

We do not have tickets for graduation and we do not limit the number of seats per student. Got a gigantic entourage? Awesome! But make sure they arrive early, or they may not all be sitting together.

Forbidden items

Balloons (we know – they’re a thing – but not a Coliseum thing) 🙂
Beach balls
Noise makers, bullhorns, etc.
Silly string, bubbles, glitter or any other similar items that people can slip on or get in their eyes.
Signs or banners (we know! but you still have time to make fun shirts with your messages – signs will not be allowed in the Coliseum
Tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, drones, etc. Ask a friend to take your picture. They will totally do it.
Any tobacco products or devices for smoking or vaping. UNT is a smoke-free campus inside and out.
Strollers inside the seating area. Strollers can be used to bring young children into the Coliseum only.

More information

UNT has more information on their website on what you need to know prior to arriving for graduation. Please share this page with your family and friends who will be heading to Denton to celebrate the class of 2019 with you so that your entrance into the Coliseum is quick and easy.

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