During our campus closures in the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District, the Creekview High School Choir decided to virtually come together to deliver a perfect song during our time apart. Thank you for the beautiful rendition of One Voice.
The Creekview Choir is under the direction of Kelly Pfaffenberger & Mariah Spiry
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.
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.
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.'”
On Jun. 2, the Creekview class of 2019 celebrated their graduation at the UNT Coliseum in Denton, TX. Parents, friends, and family cheered on as graduates crossed the stage and received their diplomas. The CHS Orchestra and choir performed and speeches were given by Principal Joe LaPuma, Salutatorian Yujin Kim and Valedictorian Javier Chirino. Superintendent Dr. John E. Chapman, III conferred the diplomas to the graduates.
Principals from the CFB feeder schools were also present as their former elementary and middle school students began the next phase in their life’s journey. Student speakers gave thanks to teachers and administrators that helped them achieve their goals and look forward to new adventures and in being life-long learners.
View more photos from this event in our Flickr gallery.
On May 16, Creekview High School hosted its 2019 Senior Walk. The annual tradition recognizes graduating seniors who have earned scholarships and have made marked academic achievements in their school career. Parents were among the invited guests who cheered on their soon-to-be graduates.
View more photos from this event in our Flickr gallery.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Creekview High School freshman, Jacklin Del Rosario, is the winner of the district-wide Holiday Art Contest. Her drawing, “Winter in a Globe,” was selected from 40 entries from CFB high schools. The criteria for the contest was to create a “Season’s Greetings” card with the theme “winter wonderland.” The design will be used to be on the 2019 holiday card that is used by the Superintendent. Del Rosario’s art teacher is Mr. Bob Thomas.
On Apr. 24, Creekview High School hosted its 2019 Senior Honors Breakfast. The top 10% of the 2019 graduating class were honored for their academic achievements. The seniors’s families were invited to take part in the celebration. The event began with a breakfast and performances by members of the CHS orchestra and choir. The Salutatorian for the graduating class is Yujin Kim, who has a cumulative GPA of 103.7. Principal Joe LaPuma spoke about Kim, stating, “This young lady loves Art, Science, and Math, but what may most impressive is her priority in the development of her character and her talents.”
The Valedictorian for the class of 2019 is Javier Kenneth “Kenny” Chirino-Ampudia, who has a cumulative GPA of 104.0208. Mr. LaPuma said of Chirino-Ampudia, “His commitment to integrity, character, and honesty serves as a guiding light to the students of Creekview.”
View more photos from this event in our Flickr gallery.
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.
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
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.
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.
The Superintendent meets with students as part of the Superintendent Advisory Council (SAC). Students share information about their experiences in their school with Dr. Chapman so that the district can continue to enhance an academic rich education. Students from Creekview High School met with the Superintendent, sharing their input toward this goal.
