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Ranchview High School Alumni Wins Prestigious White House Correspondents’ Association Scholarship

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The Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District is proud to announce that Jessica Grider, Ranchview High School alumnus, has been awarded the Cokie Roberts Scholarship from the White House Correspondents’ Association.

The Cokie Roberts Scholarship is named for the veteran Congressional and political correspondent for NPR, PBS and ABC News.

Meet Scholarship Winner Jessica Grider

Grider is a Junior majoring in Broadcast Journalism and a Howard University Capstone Four Year Academic Scholar. She has interned at the BBC’s DC Bureau and is currently a College Associate at Fox News Channel, covering events in the Capitol Building. 

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She published an article, “Serving After the Storm”, featuring the hungry families that were in urgent need of proper aid after significant food stamp cuts complicated hurricane relief in Puerto Rico.

“Our 25 WHCA scholars this year are an impressive and ambitious group that should give us all hope for the next generation,” said WHCA president Jonathan Karl. “These are students from diverse backgrounds who have already accomplished a great deal. I have no doubt they will go on to do great things in journalism or whatever path they choose to pursue.”

What are the White House Correspondent Scholarships

According to the WHCA website, the WHCA began awarding scholarships in 1991. The association started helping journalism students in 1991, it has awarded more than $1.4 million in scholarships and leveraged another $1.2 million in aid.

The scholarships are financed by proceeds from the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner and donations to the WHCA. This year we are especially grateful for donations from ABC News and Fox News.

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RHS Golfer Qualifies for USGA Competition

RHS Golfer Qualifies for USGA CompetitionRHS Golfer is USGA Qualifier

RHS Golfer, Bohyun Park, is continuing to dominate tournaments after her 2nd back-to-back UIL State Championships. Park, who will be a junior at Ranchview High School in the fall, shot a 1-under 71 at the Eldorado Country club to qualify for the U.S. Girls’ Junior tournament. At the Jun. 17 event, Park tied with 3 other Texans and a golfer from the People’s Republic of China. The U.S. Girls’ Junior Championships will begin Jul. 22 in Stevens Point, WS. The SentryWorld golf course opened in 1982 and has a par of 72.

U.S. Girls Junior Championships

Established in 1949, the event drew a starting field of 28 girls from 17 states. The event has grown, with 1,559 entries received for 2019. The event is open to any female amateur players who have not reached the age of 19 by Jul. 21 and whose handicap index does not exceed 9.4. The event will see competitors from across the country and from across the world. While in its history, the winners have mostly been from the U.S., past winners have included golfers from France, South Korea, Paraguay, Taiwan, and Chile.

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Ranchview Class of 2019 Celebrates Graduation

On Jun. 2, the Ranchview 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 RHS Orchestra and choir performed and speeches were given by Principal Sheri Skruch, Salutatorian Brittany Given and Valedictorian Maanasa Lanka. Superintendent Dr. John E. Chapman, III conferred the diplomas to the graduates.

Years in the making

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.

Ranchview Class of 2019 Celebrates Graduation

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Ranchview Musicians Rank 1st at 2019 Solo and Ensemble Competition

Ranchview Musicians Rank 1st at 2019 Solo and Ensemble CompetitionMusicians at Ranchview High School ranked 1st at the 2019 Solo and Ensemble Competition. The RHS Wolves traveled to Pflugerville to compete against other musicians across the state. Two soloists and the brass ensemble achieved 1st divisions, the highest rating at the UIL contest.

Individual Rankings

Gerardo Rivera – Sonata Op. 14 – 1st
Zach Skrzynski – En Irlande – 1st
Aman Giri, Irene Lee, Jesse Lin, Zach Skrzynski, and Nate Spivey – Sonata (from Die Bankeisangerlieder) – 1st
Shwetha Soundararajan – Duo for Flute and Piano – 2nd
Rhadia Islam – Twelve Fantasies for Flute – 2nd
Natalie Fernando, Rhadia Islam, Maddi Shriya, Gerardo Rivera, Shwetha Soundararajan, and Anatasia Yang – Madrigals – 2nd
Jessi Lin – Rhapsody – 2nd
Kong Rin – Sonatina Op. 27 – 3rd

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Ranchview’s Bo Park is Two-Time State Champion in Golf

Ranchview's Bo Park is Two-Time State Champion in GolfRanchview High School’s Bohyun “Bo” Park is now a two-time State Champion in golf. Not only did Bo defend her 2018 title at Plum Creek golf course, she set a new course record there and a new UIL State tournament record of 62. On her second day of competition, she posted a 64, setting a new UIL two-day State Championship Golf record of 126.

A stand-out in the state of Texas

No male or female high school golfer in any division (1A through 6A!) has come close to approaching Bo’s score. She won 7 high school tournaments in addition to the District, Regional, and State Championships. Bo has wrapped up the season with a perfect 10-0 record. Bo has won on courses such as Tour 18, The Tribute, Denton Country Club, and Texas Star. The pinnacle score of the season was the recorded score of 60 at Brookhaven Country Club. At high school tournaments, she recorded scores of 60, 62, 63, and 64 – leading to a 66.5 season scoring average. As a sophomore, Bo has 20 high school career wins.

Not “just” a golfer

As the consummate student athlete, Bo was inducted into the National Honor Society and has maintained a 3.95 GPA. This spring, she received the Leader of the Pack Award, which is Ranchview’s highest honor that can be bestowed upon an underclassman. Bo has maintained her grades while competing on the prestigious and arduous American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) Tour and earning a top ten ranking of 6th. In the summer of 2018, Bo was voted by The North Texas High School Coaches Association as Player of the Year.

While still only finishing up her sophomore year, Bohyun Park has verbally committed to the University of Texas Women’s Golf program.

See more amazing CFB champions on our Wall of Honor

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RHS Artist Medal at VASE

Five Ranchview High School artists made it to the state level of competition with their art. Four of these students earned medals at VASE for 2019. VASE (Visual Arts Scholastic Event) is the State of Texas competition for visual arts. Art teacher Katie Carelock stated, “this is a huge honor and these girls have worked very hard.

Artists Who Earned Medals at VASE

Chinmayi Bodapati
Esther Kang
Ashley Mitchell
Glory Romine

View more photos of these artists’ work in our Flickr Gallery.

RHS Artists Medal at VASE

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Countdown to Graduation at the UNT Coliseum

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.

2019 Graduation - Bags will be searched

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Ranchview Hosts 2019 Senior Honors Breakfast

On Apr. 23, Ranchview 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 RHS orchestra. The Salutatorian for the graduating class is Brittany Given, who has a cumulative GPA of 103.47. Principal Sherie Skruch spoke about Given, stating, “because of her intelligence, her tenacity, and her creativity, we know she will leave Ranchview and continue on a path toward success.”

Valedictorian

The Valedictorian for the class of 2019 is Maanasa Lanka, who has a cumulative GPA of 103.66. Mrs. Skruch said of Lanka, “she has won numerous awards, carries herself with the highest degree of academic excellence, and has done it all with humble grace. There is no doubt in my mind that she will be a successful doctor, scientist or anything she sets her mind to. Her drive and dedication are traits that will carry her far as she moves towards her future.”

View more photos from this event in our Flickr gallery.

Ranchview Hosts 2019 Senior Honors Breakfast

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RHS Wolves Place at Tennis Tournament

Ranchview High School tennis players participated in the UIL Spring District Tennis Tournament, placing high in several events. The event was held at Richland College, Apr. 3-4, with RHS taking first in Girls’ Doubles and Mixed Doubles. The Wolves’ Tennis coach is Michael Kuban.

Tennis Tournament Individual Results

RHS Wolves Place at Tennis Tournament2nd Place Boys Doubles: Joshua Lee and Ahan Mistry

1st Place Girls Doubles: Swati Bhamidipati & Samantha Cruz

2nd Place Girls Doubles: Soci Onubogu & Sedra Amassayali

1st Place Mixed Doubles: Brittany Givens & Aaron Kim

2nd Place Mixed Doubles: Jasmine Shin & Tejas Perwala

2nd Place Boys Singles: Ishan Mistry

 

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