Apaches Belles Spring Show 2024

Thursday, March 21 | 7:30 p.m.

Friday, March 22 | 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 23 | 2 and 7:30 p.m.

Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center, Wise Auditorium

A letter from the TJC President and CEO

Dear Family and Friends,

It is my honor to welcome you to Belle Land, home of the Internationally Famous Apache Belles! The Tyler Junior College Apache Belles continue to be a symbol of beauty, grace, and unparalleled talent, and it is for this reason that Family Weekly has hailed them as “the prettiest drill team in the world,” attributing this special recognition to Apache Belles everywhere.

The Apache Belles are synonymous with the values of our beloved institution, which include Unity, Caring, Integrity, Empowerment, and Excellence, and serve as ambassadors throughout the world of Apache Nation and the Black and Gold.

As a United TJC, I invite you to fellowship, reconnect, and embrace the longstanding 76- year history, and please express wholehearted appreciation to the very special leaders who have worked tirelessly and collaboratively to see the 2024 Apache Belle Spring Show become a reality.

To continue honoring the Circle – Ladies and gentleman, please help me welcome the 76th and 77th lines of none other than the Internationally Famous Apache Belles!

Juan E. Mejia President & CEO

Every Person Is Connected

ACT I

Connected by “Entertainment”

Choreographed by Christy Evans

Connected by “Faith”

Choreographed by Sommer Merrill

Connected by “The Journey”

Choreographed by Sarah Idziak

Connected by “Travel”

Choreographed by Salena Streanz

Connected by “Social Media”

Choreographed by Sarah Idziak

Connected by “Childhood”

Choreographed by Christy Evans, Lilly Capetillo & 76th Line Officers

Connected by “Experience/Struggles”

Choreographed by Christy Evans

- INTERMISSION -

Every Person Is Connected

ACT II

Connected by “Performing Arts”

Choreographed by Dominique Franco

Connected by “Communication”

Choreographed by Alexandria Torrance

Connected by “Culture”

Choreographed by Channing Hayes

Connected by “Literature”

Choreographed by Bailey Stark

Connected by “Music”

Guest soloist:

Connected by “Dreams/Goals”

Choreographed by Kelsie Cain

Connected by “Education”

Choreographed by Channing hayes

Connected by “Family”

Choreographed by Analaura Elizarraras

Connected by “Love and Loss”

Choreographed by Lilly Capetillo

Connected by “History”

Choreographed by Ruth Flynn and Christy Evans

Behind the Scenes

Production and Direction

Jasilyn Schaefer, Apache Belles Director

Christy Evans, Artistic Director & Choreographer

Lilly Capetillo, Graduate Assistant

THEATER DIRECTOR & ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

Ethan Beam

Stage Manager

Dolores Rios

Lighting Design/ Technition

Marisio Salinas

RUNNING CREW:

Rita Roman and Shay Van Leer

FOLLOW SPOT OPERATOR

Jesse McFarland & Shay Van Leer

DECK CREW, SET CONSTRUCTION

Grant Melton, Grant Bird, Grant Beaver

PERSONAL TRAINER & WELLNESS SPECIALIST

Britta King

Costume Selection

Christy Evans and Lilly Capetillo

Athletic Trainer for the Apache Belles

Kelsey Williams

CURATION OF VISUAL COMPILATIONS

Christy Evans & Lilly Capetillo, Malerie Clifton

Vocal Compilations

Jasilyn Schaefer

Audio Production

Gary Gibbons

Graphic Design & Program Production

Susie Bell, Mackenzie Rumpel, and Madison McDonald

Publicity

Elise Mullinix

Box Office Sales and Costume Alteration

Julie Crawford and Lilly Capetillo

Ushers

Apache Belle Gold

Sophomore Belles Future Plans

Savannah Bise— Try out for pro dance team, obtain cosmotology and real estate license, become a drill team director and choreographer.

Liberty Briscoe— Try out for a professional dance team.

Emma Brown— Attend a four year college and complete Radiology Technician certifications.

Bailee DeWolfe— Attend University of Texas at Tyler or Sam Houston State University for bachelors in nursing.

Emilee DeWolfe— Attend University of Texas at Tyler or Sam Houston State University for bachelors in nursing.

Zoe Draper— Attend Sam Houston State University as a member of their dance team, Orange Pride.

Hannah Lamb— Tranfer to a four year university to major in mathematics.

Faith Martinez— Pursue a bachelors degree in nursing.

Emma McDaniel— Attend Houston Christian University to major in Wellness Management to pursue a career in sports nutrition.

Angie Mendoza— Pursue dental hygine.

Caraline Otte— Attend Lamar University to major in journalism as a member of the LU dance team.

Melissa Reyes— Attend a four year university and obtain a bachelors in elementary education.

Jayleeann Roth— Attend Lamar University to major in kinesiology as a member of the LU dance team.

Alyssa Ehler— Attend University of Texas at Tyler School of Nursing to obtain bachelors of science in nursing.

Analaura Elizarraras— Attend University of Houston and obtain bachelors in nursing.

Sarah Fritz— Begin journey of teaching dance.

Danna Hernandez— Major in nursing.

Iyana Johnson— Work towards opening a business.

Nadia Kutkut— Attend Texas Christian University

Mackenzie Rumpel— Attend cosmotology school.

Hannah Tucker— Attend nursing school.

Abby Vick— Attend the University of Oklahoma to study marketing with a minor in sports business.

Savanna Williams— Pursue political science degree and attend law school.

Emily Zambrano— Attend a four year university to obtain bachelors in biology while continuing to dance.

Dance Captains

Savanna Williams Dance Captain Mansfield, Texas

Caraline Otte Dance Captain Tyler, Texas

Bailee DeWolfe Dance Captain Lindale, Texas

Analaura Elizarraras Head Dance Captain Houston, Texas

Emma McDaniel Dance Captain Katy, Texas

2023-2024 Apache Belles

Head Dance Captain - Analaura Elizarraras

Dance Captain - Emma McDaniel

Dance Captain - Savanna Williams

Sophomores

Savannah Bise from Celina

Liberty Briscoe from Lewisville

Emma Brown from Arlington

Bailee DeWolfe from Lindale

Emilee DeWolfe from Lindale

Zoe Draper from Deer Park

Alyssa Ehler from Little Elm

Analaura Elizarraras from Houston

Sarah Fritz from Longview

Danna Hernandez from Dallas

Iyana Johnson from Marshall

Nadia Kutkut from Frisco

Hannah Lamb from Farmers Branch

Faith Martinez from Marshall

Emma McDaniel from Katy

Angie Mendoza from Longview

Caraline Otte from Tyler

Melissa Reyes from Carrollton

Jayleeann Roth from Pearland

Mackenzie Rumpel from Longview

Hannah Tucker from Tyler

Abby Vick from Grapevine

Savanna Williams from Mansfield

Emily Zambrano from Channelview

Dance Captain - Caraline Otte

Dance Captain - Bailee DeWolfe

Freshmen

Olivia Anderson from Lake Dallas

Sara Bauer from Rowlett

Ariana Carrizales from Houston

Cielo Cepeda from Katy

Malarie Clifton from Hungington

Avery Ginn from Tyler

Madi Gonzales from Katy

Averi Johnson from Longview

Justice Johnson from Houston

Hannah Lang from Huffman

Zoe Lawson from Mesquite

Maysen Lester from San Antonio

Kandice Lopez from Houston

Akayla Manning from Tyler

Alaina Martin from Murphy

Madison McDonald from Kerrville

Audra Nance from Marshall

Chesney Pipkin from Hallsville

Joselyn Quinones from Dallas

Rachel Renner from Denton

Mireya Reynolds from Deer Park

Kiley Ryza from Hutto

Rylee Shultz from Lindale

Hannah Scott from Kerrville

Makenzie Spencer from Lake Dallas

The 76th Line

76th Line,

You have taken up the mantle as you were charged to do when you became an Apache Belle and as you complete your journey this weekend and take your final bow, please know how proud we are of the strides that you have made along the way.

Each of you have talents and abilities that make you unique. It is these unique talents that come together and shape your line and, ultimately, your experiences as an Apache Belle.

We pray that your life is blessed and that this is only the beginning of your journey on a road that will lead back to Tyler and the Apache Belles each year.

Love the Line-Live the Dance

Mrs. Schaefer, Mrs. Evans, and Miss C

Apache Belles Elite

Sophomores

Bailee DeWolfe

Emilee DeWofle

Zoe Draper

Analaura Elizarraras

Emma McDaniel

Caraline Otte

Abby Vick

Freshmen

Olivia Anderson

Sara Bauer

Malarie Clifton

Maysen Lester

Alaina Martin

Audra Nance

Hannah Scott

Special Thanks from the Apache Belles

Dr. Juan Mejia- President of TJC

Susan Farrington- Alumni Relations

Apache Belle Gold

Susie Belle-Spring Show Graphic Design

Jeremy Strickland- Director of Bands

Elise Mullinix- Marketing

Julie Crawford- Administrative Asst. for Apache Band and Belles

Dr. Tim Drain- Associate Vice Provost, Student Affairs

Eddy McGuire- Head Athletic Trainer & Staff

Kelsey Willams – Apache Belles’ Athletic Trainer

Gary Gibbons- Music and Editing

Cody Brenner- Video Production/ Editing

Megan Magill Musical Theater

Guest Musicians- Ellie Agudelo & Georgia Newberry

Elite 2023-2024

Directors

Jasilyn Schaefer Director

Christy Evans Artistic Director & Choreographer

Former Directors

1982-1984

Al Gilliam 1948 - 1984

Mildred Stringer Founding Director 1946 - 1963

Ruth Flynn

Eva Saunders

1963 - 1976

Athena Russels

Anna Carpenter Lee 1976-1981

Candy Crocker Jordan 1981-1982

Partnering with the Apache Belles since 2003

Stepping Sto ne

PEC

(PreK Explorer’s Club)

Designed for those who are 4 or 5 and have completed Prekindergarten this school year.

Registration: $150

Weekly Tuition: $160

SAC (School Age Care)

Designed for those who have completed Kindergarten this school year to age 11

Registration: $200 Weekly Tuition: $175

Arts and Crafts

Camp games

4 playgrounds

Onsite swimming

Swim lessons available

SAC Clubhouse

Beach Volleyball

Sign up by the week! Only pay for the weeks your child attends! 2024

5113 Timber Creek Dr., Tyler (903) 566 1851

ONSITE SWIMMING

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in our Olympic pool and fun splash pad

FIELD JOURNEYS

Movies

Caldwell Zoo

Bowling

Cherokee Trace Safari

Skating

CiCi’s Pizza

Earth & Space Science

Center

Discovery Science Place

Build a Bear

SAC – Splash Kingdom

PEC -Waterpark@theVillages

SPECIAL GUESTS

Korn Pop

The Creature Teacher

Kona Ice

Pow Wow Camp 2024

Apache Belle Pow Wow Camp

June 19-22 2024

Join the largest group of the TJC Alumni Association,

APACHE BELLE GOLD

Stay informed of all that is going on with the current Apache Belles, as well as reconnecting with the past and the time you spent as a Belle.

TJC.edu/BelleGold

THE LINE IS LONG... THE CIRCLE IS UNBROKEN

Congratulations on a great year Emily Zambrano! Keep working hard to continue your dancing dreams. So proud of you!!!

Renei

If I could do it all over again, I would do so in a heart beat. Thank you Apache Belles for the life long memories, friendships, and love these past two years have given me. I am so grateful God placed me on this team, and for letting me experience the best 2 years of my life I could never repay what this organization has given me, but I am proud to say I can always call it home Once again, thank you a million times!

-Danna Hernandez 76th Line

CHESNEY PIPKIN 77th Line

Maddie, I am so happy you are a member of the Apache Belles and know you are having the best time of your life. We love watching you dance your heart out. Love you so!

Love, mom and aj

Madison McDonald

Kiley Ryza

Kiley, words cannot begin to describe how proud of you we are. You are a beautiful, intelligent young lady with the future in her hands. Keep doing what you ’ re doing you ’ re doing and you will get everything you want in life. We love you so much sweet girl! Love, mama and daddy

Ariana & Cielo

As this year is coming to a close, I wanted to express how proud I am of ya’ll for completing your first year as an Internationally Famous Apache Belle and as a new college student. You both have improved tremendously and I have enjoyed watching you guys blossom into such beautiful, kind and talented Apache Belles. I am so thankful every day for our sister bond & friendship. I will miss dancing with ya’ll next year, but at the same time will really enjoy bring apart of the audence cheering you on in your performanced. This is a sister bond that will last forever. I love you guys to the moon and back.

#dovefamfl

To my little,

I am so excited that you get to do your first show! I can not wait to see all the amazing things you do over the next year and watch you blossom into a beautiful sophomore and find your little. I am so thankful that God placed you in my life and I hope that you enjoy every second of show! Good luck pook!

My sweet Rylee! Thank you for making this year so much more precious and special You truly are one of a kind, and have the biggest heart! You have been such a light in my life, and I am truly lucky to call you my forever sister. You have made this year unforgettable, and I loved having you by side for my last year. I am so so proud of you, and can’t wait to see what the future holds for you!

I love you, Ry!

-Your big, Danna!

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Danna, I am so thankful that I met you and have gotten to know you over this past year! You being my big has been such an amazing experience that I will forever cherish. You are so easy to love and a joy to be around Your determination and ability to overcome is truly admirable! Although I am going to miss you so much next year, I am so excited to see what you will accomplish! I love you, Danna!

-Your little, Rylee!

Chesney Pipkin!!

From giving you your belle drop at formal announcements to your first spring show I am so incredibly proud of you!! Cant believe how lucky I got to have you as my little and cant wait to see what amazing things you do next year.I will forever cherish all the memories weve made and cant wait to dance with you for the last time. I love you more than you know!

Thank you for coming to our 2024 Spring Show!

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