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Graduation at Texas Motor Speedway
Graduation Plans in Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD is excited to announce that graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2020 will be held at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas. The ceremonies will take place as follows:
Saturday, May 30 at Texas Motor Speedway
- 8:00 AM – Early College High & Ranchview High
- 11:00 AM – Newman Smith High
- 3:00 PM – Creekview High
- 7:00 PM – RL Turner High
CFBISD Graduations Streaming Live from TMS
Below is a list of all the live stream information for each Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD graduation ceremony:
Early College High School + Ranchview High School:
– WATCH LIVE on May 30: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsEWJGKn_M8
Creekview High School:
– WATCH LIVE on May 30: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94dLIAarnFg
RL Turner High School:
– WATCH LIVE on May 30: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dg9W_iwJP0
Newman Smith High School:
– WATCH LIVE on May 30: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jtk3CG4cVUs
Please Note: We will be required to follow the guidelines and procedures for vehicle, outdoor graduation ceremonies as outlined by the governor and the Texas Education Agency. As such, only a limited number of guests/family members will be allowed to attend to ensure social distancing protocols are followed. Guests allowed will vary per campus due to the size of the graduating class. Ticket information is outlined in the Commencement FAQ attached. Additionally, graduation information and the Commencement FAQ will also be posted at www.cfbisd.edu.
Valedictorian & Salutatorian of Early College High School
Catly Luu, Valedictorian
Catly Luu, daughter of Linh Thuy Luu IX, plans to attend the University of Texas at Dallas to major in Biology and pursue a career in neurology. She served on the Student Executive Council as the vice president in 201 9 and secretary in 2020, was a member of I.G.N.I.T.E. and was involved with the Fine Arts Club. Congratulations, Catly!
Kaylee Viveros, Salutatorian
Kaylee Viveros, daughter of Fabiola Acevedo, plans to attend Southern Methodist University or the University of California-Berkeley to major in Pre-Med Neuroscience and/or Political Science. She was the co-founder and vice president of the Fine Arts Club, served on the Student Executive Council during her freshman year, serving as co-founder and vice president. Kaylee was also named a 201 9 -2020 National Horatio Alger Scholar. Congratulations, Kaylee!
Valedictorian & Salutatorian of Ranchview High School
Lindsie Darvin, Valedictorian
Lindsie Darvin, daughter of William and Cristina Darvin, plans to attend Texas A&M University to major in Biomedical Engineering. She was involved in the choir and theater programs a l l four years, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, International Thespian Society, the Chemistry Club, Student Council, Drama Club, and organized a team for Walk MS. She a lso was on the A Honor Roll a l l four
years, All-State Choir member, Academic Excellence Award in IB Math, IB Physics, and IB HOA, a three-time Leader of the Pack Award winner, CFB Student of the Month, and earned a superior rating at state solo & ensemble contest. Congratulations, Lindsie!
Shriya Maddi, Salutatorian
Shriya Maddi, daughter of Ravi Maddi and Sailu Kotha, plans to attend The University of Texas at Austin to major in Neuroscience. She was a member of the tennis, dance, and swim teams, band, debate, National Honor Society, and Chemistry Club. Shriya a lso was an A Honor Roll Student, state solo and ensemble participant, region and area-level band participant, and was presented the presidential award for Save the Child Organization. Congratulations, Shriya!
Valedictorian & Salutatorian of R.L. Turner High School
Abigail Steed, Valedictorian
Abigail Steed, daughter of Alan and Melissa Steed, plans to attend Baylor University to major in Neuroscience and pursue a career as a doctor in neurology. She was captain of the Lionettes, a HOSA – Future Health Professionals – officer, and a member of the National Honor Society. She a lso was on the Superintendent Advisory Council, a member of the R. L. Turner Student Advisory Board, and received a National Honor Society scholarship. Congratulations, Abigail!
Isha Murugesan, Salutatorian
Isha Murugesan, daughter of Murugesan Paramasivam and Rashmi Murugesan, plans to attend University of North Texas to major in Computer Science. She was a founding member and president of Girls in STEM, a member of the orchestra (violin), and was involved with the National Honor Society. Isha was also a National Merit finalist, is a Black Belt in karate, and is a member of Mu Alpha Theta. Congratulations, Isha!
Valedictorian & Salutatorian of Newman Smith High School
Alan Vuong, Valedictorian
Alan Vuong, son of Tracy Lo & Hue Vuong, plans to attend The University of Texas at Austin to major in Biochemistry and pursue a career as a geneticist. He was president of orchestra, vice president of National Honor Society, and secretary of Exec. Alan earned a superior rating at state solo & ensemble contest three times, All Region honors in orchestra three times, and State honors for DECA during his senior year. Congratulations, Alan!
Hannah Katherine Brown, Salutatorian
Hannah Katherine Brown, daughter of Todd & Tonya Brown, plans to attend Texas Tech University to major in Pre-Law and pursue a career as an attorney. She was a member of the National Honor Society, debate team, and band. Hannah a lso competed in the Lincoln Douglas Debate Speech tournament at Mc Murry University, taking third place. Congratulations, Hannah!
Valedictorian & Salutatorian of Creekview High School
Bismah Syed, Valedictorian
Bismah Syed, daughter of Farah and Aqeel Syed, plans to attend The University of Texas at Austin to major in Neuroscience and pursue a career in medicine. She was a member of the Senior Executive Committee (President), National Honor Society (Secretary), Student Council, and the National Spanish Honor Society. Bismah a lso received accolades for excellence in Pre AP Biology, outstanding in Art, excellence in Spanish 2 , Einstein-Curie Crimson Honor for Thinking, AP Scholar Award, excellence in Pre AP Spanish 3 , AP Scholar Award with Distinction, Superintendent Advisory Council, multiple art participation awards, A Honor Roll.
Bethany Merino, Salutatorian
Bethany Merino, daughter of Stephen and Lisa Merino, plans to attend Oklahoma State University to major in Strategic Communications and pursue a career in the communications field. She was a member of the orchestra where she served as both president and vice president, was the MVP of the A Capella Choir, and was vice president of the Senior Executive Committee. Bethany was a National Merit Commended Scholar, and a member of the National Honor Society. Congratulations, Bethany!
Turner Graduate Helps METSA Students
R. L Turner graduate and former METSA student, Yarizamar Escobar, is now the Transformation Manager at Jacobs, a worldwide innovative solutions group.
Even though schools around the world are closed, Yarizamar continues to serve on the Texas STEM (T-STEM) Advisory Board for R.L. Turner High School. She has been meeting with the campus principals, METSA Academy dean, and district CTE leaders regularly throughout the pandemic to provide outside-the-box thinking, ensuring METSA students receive the authentic experiences they deserve, right from the comfort and safety of their homes.
The CFBISD Community Partners Step Up
Exciting News! While our Student Nutrition Department has worked tirelessly to serve our students Grab and Go meals weekly (this week 50,190 meals were distributed), we now have more community partners to contribute to the growing need. Many thanks to the City of Carrollton for distributing Grab and Go meals at Rosemeade Recreation and Crosby Recreation daily. Also continuing their tireless efforts to feed our community are Joe’s Pizza on Beltline, Metrocrest Services, Friendship House and Be A Champion Inc.
Thank you CFBISD Community Partners!
Love and Logic Parenting Online—Free Offer
We are excited to share Love and Logic Parenting Online curriculum is available at no cost to parents for a limited time. The resources developed by Jim Fay and Dr. Charles Fay equip parents with the skills necessary to navigate challenges commonly encountered in parenting.
Since 1977 this program has helped parents from walks of life create happy, resilient and responsible kids. Enjoy immediate success with the effective parenting solutions taught in this online parenting class. You will learn parenting tips on how to:
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- And much more!
This valuable online curriculum is available in both English and Spanish and will be available to order during the month of April. FREE access is for three months and begins from the date ordered. Please see the instructions below to access this free resource:
- Go to Love and Logic
- You may select either the English or Spanish version priced at $0.00
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