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FALL
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What’s Inside 3-5
FALL SPORTS Athletic teams compete on and off the court
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YOUTH GROUPS After school activities encourage spiritual growth
7-8 TEACHER FEATURES
Meet the new additions to the Tivy family
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HOMECOMING Tivy crushes Lehman in front of massive audience
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SPIRIT Behind the blue and gold
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ART & FASHION Creative classes help students bring imaginations to life
15-16 CAREERS & HOBBIES After school occupations
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SIDELINES The other Friday night lights performers
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SCHOOL LIFE Academics and extra-curriculars brighten students’ futures
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CLOSING Thanks for a great semester
Above: Students admire the Veteran’s Day memorial collage outside of the cafeteria. English students wrote literature in honor of Veteran’s Day and constructed the memorial as a “Thank You” for their service. Photo by Maggie Pruitt. Right: Coach Heatherly high-fives Riley Risinger and celebrates with the varsity volleyball team during a huddle. Courtesy photo.
“You have to . f push yoursel y l It’s complete mental.” itt -Maggie Pru
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Fall sports have successful seasons By Gabby Buchanan and Abby Bove Staff writers As the weather cools down and the leaves begin to change, fall is starting, but something else is too. Volleyball and cross country are back in season. “Volleyball is putting a really big emphasis on teamwork this year,” varsity volleyball player Bailey Barziza said. “It’s not so much about the individuals.” As a team they offer encouragement and keep each other going, but the sport is not for just anyone. In early August, the girls begin two-a-days and they persevered through late October making it to the area round of the playoffs. “We look for hard workers and someone who is willing to give their best,” varsity volleyball coach Lindsey Heatherly said.
Cross country While the volleyball girls were working hard in the gym, the cross country team
Top row: The girls cross country team leaves the starting line at a meet. Photo by Tianah Woods. Immediately above: The varsity volleyball girls celebrate winning their playoff game against Brennan. Photo by Carissa Tinley. Above right: Riley Risinger comes up to serve at an Antler volleyball game. Courtesy photo. Far right: Varsity volleyball girls high-five their opponents at the end of a game. Courtesy photo. Immediate right: Colton Harmon competes at a meet in Lampasas. Photo by Tianah Woods.
was out running the trails, donning t-shirts stating “We run this town,” before and after school. “You have to push yourself,” cross country runner Maggie Pruitt said. “It’s completely mental.” Of course, they practice as a team, but when it comes down to it, there is only one first place. “You’re working towards one goal as a team, but you’re competing against your teammates for the next spot,” Pruitt said.
Basketball Back in the gym, both basketball teams have begun their season and are expected to do well this year. The team is led by a group of seniors who have played together since elementary school. “It’s going well,” varsity basketball player Courtney Foster said. “We haven’t blossomed to our full potential but we’re starting to.”
kelby pope Why do you participate in cross country? “I chose cross county because I wanted to stay in shape.”
Haley poole Why do you participate in cross country? I chose cross country because I enjoy it.
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What is something interesting that people don’t know about volleyball? Front row players jump about 300 times per game.
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burniston What is a lesson you have learned from playing volleyball? You win as a team, not as an individual.
Top: Paige Miller spikes the ball towards the opposing team. Courtesy photo. Above: Anna Beth Burniston goes in to dig the ball. Courtesy photo. Immediate right: The boys cross country team competes at the district meet. Photo by Tianah Woods. Far right: Kendall Dyal goes up for a layup to add two more points to the score to defeat Smithson Valley. Photo by Taylor Sparkman.
“I’ve got your back”
On and off the field
By Brie McKinney Copy editor They wake up at 6:30 every morning to meet at 7am and after school they return to the field and practice until 7pm at night. They put on their uniforms and play an aggressive game full of blood, sweat, and tears. They wear different numbers and play different positions, but they have been brought together by a mutual love for the game of football. They are the Fighting Antlers. After playing YMCA football as kids, they have continued to play together through Middle school and now proudly play Tivy football. This year they have gone 5-2 in district and have taken home some victories along with a few defeats, but these boys understand that Tivy Fight Never Dies and continue to battle it out on the field as a unit. “We’re a group of brothers,” varsity defensive back Ray Swyers said. “We stand up for each other.” Swyers could be considered the epitome of sportsmanship. He is at every game, wearing his jersey, but he does not play. He was injured early in the season yet he never fails to be alongside his team mates, cheering them on. These boys have grown into a network of brothers. Whether they are there to congratulate each other on a touchdown or help one another study for a big test, they have each others’ backs. “We’re one big family,” varsity defensive line player Moises Hernandez said. From sun up to sun down, the boys juggle school, tests, and homework, but just as they are on the field, the boys are always there to help each other out. Between practices, team dinners, and bus rides to away games, they are a unit both on and off the field. They have made long lasting friendships that will continue to grow even after the Friday night lights go out. “We practice a lot, but I get to do it with my team,” Hernandez said.
“We’re a group of brothers...
We stand up for each other.” -Ray Swyers
Top: The football team celebrates in a huddle. Courtesy photo. Middle left: Bryan Mejia and Blake Smith kneel on the sideline. Photo by Alex Powell. Middle right: Christian Osorio and Cooper Rendon run out of the field house before the game. Courtesy photo. Bottom left: Billy Field stands awaiting the kick off. Courtesy photo. Right: Defensive line gets into position on the field. Courtesy photo. Bottom Right: Hunter Miears, Will Randal and Tres White talk along the sidelines. Courtesy photo. Page by Brie McKinney
Youth groups provide outlets for student fellowship p
Faith works
“None of us knows eeven what might happ pen the next minu ute, yet still we go fforward. Because we trust. Because we have faith.” Paul Coelho’s words are a reminder that having faith gets people through obstacles. Faith is intangible, but it is necessary in life to handle the ups and downs and twists aand turns. The Kerrville community pro- “I love FCA. vides young It helps young people with opportuni- minds grow, old ties to share hearts open up their faith and everyone fall with friends. Groups such in love with the as Young word of God.” Life, Fel-
-Beverly Holt
Clockwise from top left: Students attend the annual Fields of Faith event at Antler stadium and listen to the devotional led by Mason Phillips. Courtesy photo. Maggie Pruitt and Adam Cowart perform at YoungLife. Photo by Brie McKinney. Vision youth offers students an opportunity to break the ice with teens with similar beliefs through silly games. Courtesy photo. Teens gather on Wednesday at Vision Youth for games and devotionals. Courtesy photo. Members of Life Teen compete in a game designed to make a point about their relationship with Christ. Photo by Lisa Tinley. Students unite at the break of dawn for See You At the Pole to share their faith. Courtesy photo. Students fellowship during See You At the Pole. Courtesy photo.
lowship of Christian Athletes, Vision Youth and many others encourage students to find a positive outlook in life and spend time sharing their faith. These organizations provide an outlet for students to seek help personally, academically, socially and provide a safe place for students to spend their week nights. “I love FCA. It helps young minds grow, old hearts open up and everyone fall in love with the word of God,” FCA member Beverly Holt said.
THE NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK A Few of 2013’s New Faces Brandon Curtis Junior co-editor
Contrary to popular belief, teachers serve more purposes than enforcing hallway rules and bleeding over English essays. The end of the 2012 school year saw the departure of many teachers, leaving some classes without instructors. During the 2013 summer 21 new teachers were hired to fill the gaps of multiple courses, especially in the science and math departments. One might be able to find an unfamiliar face every day; 23 percent of the current teaching staff consists of first-year employees. Throughout the school, new teachers are settling in and creating their own legacies, which will join the school’s rich teaching tradition.
Mandy Parton
Although she originally planned to major in music at the University of North Texas, former Judson high school drum major Mandy Parton realized that her true calling was in teaching the Spanish language through her own studies. “I had a Spanish teacher who really inspired me to learn language,” Parton said. Graduating in 1996 with a degree in Spanish, Parton went on to teach at Denton and Plano. After serving as an interim Spanish teacher during the 2012 fall semester, Parton accepted a part-time position teaching Spanish III Pre-AP and AP Spanish IV. In the classroom, students can expect to learn in a positive environment. “I want my students to feel appreciated, and I want them to learn as much Spanish as possible,” Parton said. In her free time she may be found running, volunteering at Starkey Elementary School, or taking part in a book club.
Shannon Windham Having taught both American history and English, Shannon Windham starts her 18th year in education as the new AP US History teacher. After receiving encouragement for her effectiveness as a substitute teacher, Windham changed her focus from computer science (an extremely popular subject at the time) to history, graduating Summa Cum Laude at Tarleton State University. When teaching, she challenges her students to be better thinkers and questioners. “I love engaging dialogue with students and creating back and forth (academic) arguments,” Windham said. Outside of the classroom, she owns an antique business in Fredericksburg and enjoys watching suspenseful tel vision shows.
Susan McMahon It takes a brave person to enroll in AP Calculus, but it takes an even braver person to teach it. Susan McMahon begins her 25th teaching year at Tivy after serving as an educator around the Hill Country. McMahon planned to become a physical therapist, but graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Industrial Engineering, a very Calculus-heavy subject. She enjoys the actual teaching process and stated that education is where she needs to be. Although Calculus is known as the study of limits, McMahon encourages her students to be limitless. “[I want them] to be successful in college and in life,” McMahon said. In her free time she enjoys gardening and watching Person of Interest on CBS.
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That’s a wrap
By Megan Doyle Guest writer and photojournalism student
When the lights come on and each cleat disturbs the settled turf, the crowd sees the Tivy Antlers suited in their pristine uniforms, ready to put on a show. But what goes unnoticed is what is inside the shoe, underneath the sleeve, or even around the leg: the tape. And head trainer, Jesse Hinton, is the who and where this comes from. Hinton’s interest in training came about thirty-nine years ago during his senior year at Boonville, Missouri after he fractured his back while lifting weights for football. Disappointed yet persistent, he refused to not be a part of the team. When he asked his coach what role he could play, he was told that he would become Boonville’s first athletic trainer. “I knew diddly squat about being a trainer,” said Hinton. So, he started at square one. He began reading books about the body’s muscular and skeletal systems and how they operate. He spent time researching anatomy and applying what he knew to what he had been learning in order to help out. By the end of his senior year, Hinton had been accepted into Baylor University in Waco, Texas, an opportunity he could not pass up. At Baylor, Hinton majored in physical education and health, since there was not a degree in sports medicine then. He became involved in the training program. Here, he learned the foundation of everything he knows today. After four short years, Hinton headed off to work with high school athletics. He started off at a couple schools here and there and eventually wound up at Tivy High School. Hinton has been Tivy’s Athletic Trainer for the past twentyseven years, the longest he has spent at any school. The small town of Kerrville, Texas has affected him, as many newcomers soon learn. “Being [at Tivy] for so long, I’m such a part of it. It would just be weird if I was someplace else,” Hinton said. “It wouldn’t be as fun!” “Fun” in Hinton’s eyes is not just amusement parks and motor cycle rides; he enjoys injuries. From dislocated knees to paralysis, Hinton has his fair share of exciting stories to tell. One of the most recent is training Heisman Award winner Johnny Manziel. “It was a special time; there’s no doubt about that. I’ve been [training] this long, and [Johnny Manziel] is the best high school player I’ve ever seen. And even working in the pros, he’s one of the best athletes I’ve ever seen. Working at Baylor and with the Kansas City Chiefs and seeing all of these types of athletes, he’s in the top 5. His willingness to do what it takes to win is just amazing. He’s just not going to give up. I’m glad to know him,” Hinton said. Some may look at training as an occupation, but Hinton sees it as more. He defines it as a simple gesture to help others. “It’s not just the taping aspect,” Hinton said. “It’s getting a kid that’s been hurt and then getting them back out on the field. That’s just the way to give back.” On top of this sincere description, he remains thankful for his job and everything it’s brought to him. “I’ve been lucky in everything,” Hinton said. “I got to go to Baylor and do a lot of things there. I got to work in the pros. It’s
The face of Tivy Sports Medicine tells all about his start in the field just that I like helping people.” And all of these opportunities were ignited by one spark: an injury. “If I had not have gotten hurt,” Hinton said, “I wouldn’t have known what I was going to do.” Who would have known that such a devastating accident could lead to tremendous success? When the clock hits 00:00 and the players are rejoicing, Hinton knows that the path he has chosen to travel is worth it. Through the stress and encouragement, Hinton remains grounded. Kerrville Tivy is his home, and he knows that is where he will always be, tackling every obstacle that comes upon him. With every year and each new season, new people are brought forth as new history is being made. Tagging along, of course, are more coa coaches, more athletes, and more injuries. An most definitely, more tape. And
Above: Coach Hinton talks with Tyler Ahrens about an injury during the bi-district playoff game vs. Burbank. Above left: Jess Conner looks on while Coach Hinton wraps up his elbow. Photos by Maggie Pruitt.
Mondays at 7:29 “Best Hour of Your Week” All Tivy students welcome
house worth coming home to
Building a
1 Homecoming participation creates memories as students become alumni By Carissa Tinley Senior co-editor Walking down intricately decorated halls, waving to the town from a slow moving trailer, proudly displaying ribbon covered mums, running onto the field in a helmet and pads and dancing with that special someone at the fifth quarter is not the only special part of homecoming. The memories made while painting cartoons onto posters, piecing together costumes, burning off fingerprints with hot glue, watching film of the opposing team and agonizing about whether she would say yes are what bring students together, even after graduation. Homecoming 2013 was filled with all of the usual components: parade through town, mums and garters, game at Antler stadium, blue out shirts and halftime show. Yet, each student will remember it differently because they had a different hand in making it happen. “I want to do the best job I can to make this a memorable homecoming for everybody,” senior class treasurer Michael Troxell said. “I’m just really helping to decorate the float and the hallways. It’s a team effort with everyone that was elected.”
Each organization contributes a different element to the overall sentiments of homecoming. For the Golden Girls, that’s a little bit of sparkle. “It can be really stressful, and it can be a lot of fun,” Golden Girl captain Libbie Horton said. “If you like a lot of glitter and sequins, making mums is the best.” These girls are not all ribbons and bows, though. In preparation for a normal game, they have practice every day, creating routines and perfecting every eight count. Homecoming makes this preparation even more critical. “It’s basically everything that we do in a normal week, just magnified,” Horton said. “There’s a homecoming kick that we have to do and we have to make sure that all the girls feel ready.” When the ceremonies are over and the clock starts, the band lifts their instruments and brings a homecoming spirit to the stadium with traditional stand tunes and the fight song. “It seems more high-spirited (during homecoming),” drum major Melissa Munoz said. “People seem happier. The band plays louder.”
Each organization becomes more closely knit during this time of spirit, and band is no exception. “It’s really like a big family,” Munoz said. “It’s a place where you can always go and there will always be somebody for you, and there is music always in the air.” The game itself ended in triumph as the team hedged out Lehman for a 35-9 win. “It was a big win, mentally and emotionally,” varsity center Hunter Miears said. “We had a rough first half but we c a m e back and f i x e d s o m e things at halftime. I was very proud of our eff o r t s .”
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Tivy fight to win this game, and put your shoulder to the wheel ‘cause we’re behind you
Pep rally 9.1691%
Game 34.9520%
Crowning 2.5788%
Parade 53.2951%
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One: Students sway in the stands as the alma mater is played. Photo by Carissa Tinley. Two: Juniors won the float competition with a theme of Great Gatsby. Photo by Duncan Walderon. Three: Golden Girls dance to Bruno Mars’s “Locked Out of Heaven” at halftime. Photo by Carissa Tinley. Four: The marching band plays crowd favorites as they march in the homecoming parade. Photo by Duncan Walderon. Five: Varsity cheerleaders perform cheers and stunts for the Homecoming crowd. Photo by Carissa Tinley. Six: The defensive line takes down a lobo. Photo by Carissa Tinley. Seven: Christian Osorio and Ashlee Salazar proudly face the crowd after being crowned Homecoming king and queen. Courtesy photo. Page by Carissa Tinley, senior co-editor
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WINNERS:Left to right: Marcus, Emil, Jordan, Jackie, Caroline, Sealy, Courtney, Katie, Kaylie, Laci, Abigail, Katrina man to man, each with that Tivy spirit real. We will fight for every yard, and to
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SEVEN FACTS
about our cheerleaders 1. The average cheerleader has 6 bows and 7 uniforms. 2. Tivy cheerleaders practice 10 hours each week. 3. The girls listen to Pandora to get pumped up for a game. 4. The cheer closet contains snacks, snacks and more
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5. It takes an entire week to plan a pep rally. 6. It’s not uncommon for a cheerleader to get so excited that they can’t finish a cheer.
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7. There’s almost different cheers to learn as a cheerleader.
10 Eight: Cameron and Christian Fields compete during the twin themed pep rally. Nine: Carly Bond, McKenzie Fine, Wren Vogel, Lexi Correa, Marisa Hernandez and April Graves get into character for the senior citizen pep rally. Ten: Hunter Holmes painted his face for a football game. Eleven: Varsity cheer jumps in excitement during pregame. Twelve: Josh Font Austin Rios and Esteban Ferrel support Rory Cassidy as he puts on a show with drum line at the pep rally. Thirteen: Lisa Tinley and Abigail Menchaca dance at a pep rally. Fourteen: Freshmen Sarah Neal, Tiana Young, Shay Kana, Gabby Buchanan, Naomi Exum, Megan Robinett and Delaney Sansom coordinated outfits for the rock and roll pep rally. Fifteen: Hunter Miears recieves the Built Ford Tough Award. Courtesy photos.
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Cheerleaders help raise school tempo By Maddie Constante and Crystal Courvelle, Staff writers As students walk into the gym, the band plays beats of rhythm, hearts pound with excitement and the stands rock with movement. The golden girls and cheerleaders show spirit on the gym floor and welcome students into the fun fest. This is just the beginning. Once students take their seats, the sounds escalate as Mr. Pool’s voice booms over the microphone and the games begin. Pep rallies are a Friday tradition where
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all four grades come together to support sports teams. Behind the pride are are the cheerleaders. They plan each pep rally out carefully and choose dress-up days to get the student body involved. “We plan dress up days in the summer. We try to choose themes that are appropriate for school,” Leading the school with spirit can be a dangerous sport, and there are a lot of risks involved. “Broken arms, concussions, torn ligaments, or other injuries are all possible,’’ cheerleader Taylor Steele said. “It’s all worth it in the end though.” Despite danger involved, at the end of the day, it is all about the team building and working together to lead the tempo of the school. “We hang up signs around the school to raise excitement,” Lopez said. “We use things we learn at camp to pump the crowd up.”
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2 One: Araceli Morales cheers to the crowd before throwing footballs to fans. Courtesy photo. Two: Damitra Holland, Courtney Calhoun, Kendall Bosse, Blake Wampler, Sean Stumbo and Scott Schulte get into the spirit at a pep rally. Courtesy photo. Three: The senior section competes during the TFND yelling competition at a pep rally. Courtesy photo. Four: Pillow people appeared during the nerd pep rally. Photo by Abby Bove. Five: Boehle Behrens, Maddie Chatagnier and Hunter Hortness dressed up for the nerd themed pep rally. Courtesy photo. Six: Connor Gawryszewski and Lee Pool inform the crowd of the location and opponent for the upcoming football game. Courtesy photo. Seven: Taylor Steele smiles at the crowd as varsity cheer and Scrappy add to the excitement of the game. Courtesy photo.
Biggest rival? San Antonio Clemens 3.1884%
San Antonio Madison 6.3768%
Cibolo Steele 21.4493%
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Boerne Champion 68.9855%
What’s
Fashion Get noticed with these colorful socks!
By Alex Powell Staff writer Wnter seasons comFashion is constantly changing and ing and we all know UGG boots are the styles are returning from decades past. main trend of winEveryone has a widely different taste ter. in what they wear. Almost all through high school students change their look until they find their personal style. 2013 brought Aztec print sweaters and Girls, it’s scarf season! leggings, palazzo pants, bubble necklacGot to keep those es, and chubbies. Thrift stores are boomnecks warm! ing as students find treasures to complete Comes in handy their outfits. to hang stuff on “I like more of vintage stuff,” sophomore such as your keys Savanah Cuellar said. “Aztec is very or other Frocket trendy.” important items. shirts and Clothes aren’t the only fashionable aztec print. thing in these halls; favorite music and Add a little dazzle to movies top the charts with The Weeknd your neck! coming in first for favorite artist and Insidious 2 coming in first for movies. Thinking Sweater weather! about taking a trip to Hawaii?
Top 3 Movies
1. Insidious 2 2. Finding Nemo 3. Harry Potter
Button up shirt to look a little more professional.
Top 3 Artists 1. The Weeknd 2. Drake 3. Eminem
Top 3 Stores 1. Forever 21 2. PacSun 3. Nike
Based on a poll taken of a random sample of Tivy students. Colorful shoes to bring out those tan legs!
Coach shoes to add a little zam to the outfit. Left to right: Kelby Kaiser, Haylie Ontiveros, and Mon Christian. Photos by Alex Powell.
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By Alex Powell Staff writer Art is a relaxation for the mind. After going to core classes students look forward to art because it is the one period of the day they can use creativity and escape from the world of academics. It is as if when they walk into the room the weight of tests, studying, and worrying is lifted off their shoulders. “Art is my only relaxed period,” said junior Richa. “I have less worries.” For students, art means putting thoughts and feelings onto a paper and allowing expression to come out through different mediums such as clay, paint and paper mache. The paper extracts from the mind. Art teachers Bridget Putnam and Mitzi Sprado assist students with in class projects as well as projects for V.A.S.E. and the Schreiner competition. In these competitions students are interviewed and judged on how their artwork is laid out as well as the creativity put into it. “Art is a way to give meanings to simple things that come together and make something beautiful,” senior Yvonne Chase said.
“My painting represents a mathmetician, Johnny Nash” - Brian Miranda Above: Brian Miranda, Richa Patel, Yvonne Chase, Bailey Teague, and Mrs. Sprado’s sixth period. Right: McKenzie Fine and Emmy Clark. Photos by Alex Powell. Far right: Art teachers Mitzi Sprado and Bridget Putnam. Photo by Duncan Walderon. Page by Alex Powell, staff writer
The Road to Independence Making Our Own Path
By Duncan Walderon Staff writer What happens inside the classroom is one thing, but what happens outside of it is an entirely different story. Talents and unique interests flourish in the halls of Tivy, since nearly everyone has something they’re good at or something they like to do. Whether it’s artistic talent, musical talent, or just something fun and wacky that they like to do, Tivy students have all sorts of things hidden up their sleeves. However a painter, for example, can’t create beautiful paintings without any paint. Paint costs money. Whether it’s to help support their families or just to get a little extra cash in their pockets, Tivy students are becoming part of the working world. Not only do many businesses around Kerrville offer many unique job opportunities, they encourage students to take advantage of them. However, in order to earn their keep, students must work hard and strive to succeed.
Above: Senior Kyla Womack checks out a customer at her job at Finds on a Hanger. Womack’s job consists of working the cash register, sorting through clothes, and deciding what should go on display. “My favorite part about my job is my really cool boss,” Womack said. Photo by Duncan Walderon.
Above: Senior Laura Beene tends to an albino ferret at her job at Pet Supplies Plus. Beene’s job consists of looking after the various animals in the store as well as working the cash register. “I like my job because it’s filled with animals and not people,” she said. “Animals just love you. They don’t question you.” Photo by Carissa Tinley
Above: Photography allows you to experience the world in a different way,” senior Mason Smith said. Smith is seldom found without his camera. His interest came from his grandfather who exposed him to photography through an old slide film collection with images of his various travels. Smith enjoys all types of photography but prefers travel photography. “I enjoy travel photography because there’s always something new and different to see,” Smith said. Photo by McKenzie Fine.
Take to the stage
Above: Sophomore Shelby Kuykendall performs in front of the cafeteria at lunch on the lawn. Photo by Sydney Kasberg.
Junior Kevin Gardea works as a customer service representative at Walgreens. Gardea is in charge of managing certain sections of the store and assisting customers with finding what they need and puts his best efforts into doing so. “My favorite thing about my job is that I get to help people one on one with what they need and just get to know whoever comes in,” Gardea said. Photo by Duncan Walderon.
By Duncan Walderon Staff writer Singing and cheering, the crowd excites over the music produced by sophomore Shelby Kuykendall while she jams on the guitar and sings her heart out on stage. She knew from the start that she wanted to be a musician and now she is making that dream come true. “The very first time I performed was around two years ago at an open-mic in Ingram,” Kuykendall said. “I was very, very nervous but I was even more excited to sing for people, even if no one listened.” Before a performance, she always prays, drinks plenty of water and goes over any questions and concerns with her band members. Her father motivated her to play the guitar and then taught her the basics while encouraging her along the way. “I found it really hard to write music without using an instrument as the foundation of my songs,” Kuykendall said. “I definitely want everyone to know how passionate about music I am,” she said. Kuykendall does her best to maintain a good character and reputation. “I worked very hard to be where I am today with my music and I want to go even further.” Kuykendall strives to follow her dreams and make them happen. “I’ve travelled all over Texas and I’m hoping soon to perform internationally at out-of-state gigs,” she said.
Above: Ben McCright is photographed during the Eagle Scout Court of Honor presentation. “Becoming an Eagle Scout was a difficult and extremely enjoyable experience. It changed my life and taught me about life and its lessons. Though becoming an Eagle Scout is an honourable achievement, I couldn’t have done it alone. Every day I do my best to follow the lessons learned from my experiences during my Trail to Eagle,” McCright said. Courtesy photo.
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S ideline S portsmanship A class of their own
By Brie McKinney Copy editor Mobs of blue and gold file in lines at the gate, a parking lot packed full of cars painted with spirit, buttons pinned on the shirts of proud moms. Young girls wearing bows stand against the railing to watch the cheerleaders, the student section holding signs and leading chants, and young boys jump up and down waving their arms as plastic footballs take flight. It’s just another Friday night football game. The stands are full of parents, community members and students who all show up to cheer the team into victory. Although the game may be the main event, if you watch closely enough there are many shows to watch. Before much of the crowd even arrives, the band is ready and pumped for the game at hand up. Before every game, the band warms up with the tradition of marching around the field playing the fight song. Then right before the game, the golden girls can be seen lining up and walking on the field with poms in hand to form a tunnel, performing ripples with continuous smiles upon their faces and swaying to the alma mater. As the band plays the fight song, the team rushes to take the field through the tunnel of dancing golden girls followed by the cheerleaders performing stunts and flips across the field. As the game continues the band, cheerleaders, and golden girls can be seen playing, dancing, and welcoming the
9 “It’s our job to get the crowd going,” varteam to the show. “With Kerrville being a large football sity cheerleader Ashlee Salazar said. The cheerleaders stunt and cheer alongcommunity, t’s important for the band, to support that drive and love, both exciting side the field and lead the crowd in chants. the crowd at football games and furthing They raise the spirit among the stands full that passion for this incredible sport,” drum of people and pump up the team with their stunts and tosses. major Ben Solder said. “Meeting the other team During the 3rd quaris loads of fun,” Golden ter band, cheerlead- “It’s a way for us to ers, and golden girls show sportsmanship.” girl lieutenant Lisa Cullen said, “It’s a way for us to go over to the other show sportsmanship.” team and exchange The organizations that gifts. The teams ask -Lisa Cullen participate in the gift exchange at 3rd each other questions and then introduce them to their team. The quarter, have the duty of showing class that teams show each other sportsmanship as represents the Antlers in a positive light to the boys battle it out on the field. The cheer- opposing schools. This act of exchanging leaders often cheer alongside the opposing conversation and camaraderie is just one of team’s cheerleaders and the golden girls many sideline shows to watch when attendplay games with the visiting drill team. ing a football game.
One: Scrappy, varsity cheerleaders, golden girls and the varsity football team celebrate a win with the alma mater. Two: Golden girls march in the homecoming parade. Three: The ROTC physical training team runs the flags after a touchdown. Four: Student representatives meet the other team in the center of the field to exchange gifts. Five: Band’s drum line plays during the game. Six: The golden girls’ colonel, Katie Simone counts the team off before pregame. Seven: Jaclyn Martinez cheers doing the homcoming game. Eight: Melissa Munoz and Ben Solder lead the band during the game. Nine: Varsity football players recieved high fives from the crowd after a winning game. Courtesy photos.
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Setting the stage Antlers shine in and out of the classroom
From Staff reports From 7:40am to 3:25pm, days are filled with ringing bells, slamming lockers, the shuffling of books and crowded hallways all to get to class on time. Once in the classroom, worlds are opened up to ideas, possibilities and dreams. Teachers spend the school day working to find unique methods to inspire students while students take in information and strive to be successful.The result of this 50-minute class period is often life changing. Sometimes, it just “clicks”, sometimes it’s confusing, sometimes it’s inspiring, other times it’s memorable. In the end the relationships formed and the results produced are the stuff that makes Tivy great. From academics to extra-curriculars, students have the opportunity to shine as they set the stage for the rest of their lives.
Dominant photo: Theater Arts presents “Anne of Green Gables” to the community. Courtesy photo. Below: McKenzie Fine and Meagan Doyle examine a photo they took during photo journalism. Courtesy photo. Right: Orchestra performs for family and friends at their fall concert. Photo by Abby Felps. Below: Mrs. Dunigan does a experiment with her Physics class. Photo by Maggie Pruitt. Below: Mrs. Gibson helps students with sewing in her fashion design class. Photo by Abby Felps. Below left: students dressed in camo present the news in Mrs. Hunter’s class. Courtesy Photo. Above center: PAL Rayne Winters reads with Preston Gamble and Jacob Hinojosa. Courtesy Photo. Above left: Ruben Perez, Tony Munoz and James Ozuna read to their class in Spanish. Far above: Students observe moles on Mole Day in Science class. Photo by Sydney Kasberg. Right: AFJROTC presents the colors during a pep rally. Courtesy photo.
First Semester
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“My favorite thing about class is cooking in health and nutrition.” -Alex Haag, 10
“Pep-rallies were my favorite. It was fun performing.” -Golden girl, Lisa Tinley, 9
“The teachers are nice.” -Caleb Morquecho, 9
“Being able to do better in school. I gained senses.” -Logan Frasier, 11 Top left: Willem Ferris plays his guitar during lunch on the lawn. Photo by Taylor Sparkman. Top right: Moises Hernandez shows off his cullinary masterpiece in cullinary arts. Photo by Abby Felps. Center box clockwise from top left: Students observe a science experiment in chemistry. The newspaper staff runs outside to catch the few falling snowflakes in early December. Hunter Marks, Kali Morquecho, and Haley Lopez photograph students dressed up for spirit days during lunch. October students of the month come together for a photo. November students of the month take a minute to smile as a group. Students pose with the blood drive mascot on the day of the blood drive. Far left: Sarah Muelstein, Carly Bond, Shelby Freeman, Kendall McKenzie, Maggie Pruitt, Nicole Fowler and Lexi Correa have fun at a pumpkin patch this fall. Left: Sterling Saunders works with metal in shop class. Courtesy photos.
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Students and staff for a great fall semester! Look for our next issue this spring. Sincerely, The Tatler Staff