âHear Ye, Hear Ye!â Meaghen Seales, Bret Leigh
The Blanco ISD
“Hear Ye, Hear Ye!”
Volume 5, Number 32
May 2, 2014
Meaghen Seales, Bret Leigh Nance State Bound Runners Finish 1—2 in 800 Meters; Nance Finishes Second in 1600 Meters at Regional Meet
(L to R) Bret Leigh Nance, Meaghen Seales, Coach Brandi Mumme discuss state track preparations.
Senior Meaghen Seales and sophomore Bret Leigh Nance both qualified for the State Track and Field meet as a result of their performances at the Region IV track meet held last Saturday in Converse. Nance qualified in two events, first winning the 800 meter run in a school record-breaking time of 2:19, then finishing second in the 1600 meter run with a time of 5:33. “It’s really cool,” said Nance when asked about her performance at the Regional meet. “I hope to run even better at state.” Nance is ranked as the top seed in Class 2A in the 800 meters. Seales, who will be making her fourth and final trip to the state meet, finished second in the 800 meter run with a time of 2:22. She is ranked as the number three seed in that event. “It’s really exciting making it to the state meet four years in a row,” said Seales, who shared an added incentive to motivate her. “I told Mrs. Petri (Family and Consumer Sciences teacher), ‘If I win state, you can give me your recipe for those cookies you make!’” Coach Brandi Mumme said, “I am so excited for Meaghen and Bret! They both work harder than anyone I know, and it has paid off! State will be fun; they both have a chance to medal.” Seales’ and Nance’s state qualifying performances were
the highlights of the Regional meet, but Blanco’s other athletes did well also. “The Regional track meet was great!” said Mumme. “All the girls ran well against tough competition and everyone made the finals.” “Both relays ran their best times, and we were the only relay teams to make finals out of all the teams in our district and area.” “I am extremely proud of this team! With only three Regional returners from last year, they really stepped up and competed at a higher level. I cannot wait to have all of them back at Regionals next year plus a few more!” Boys Boys coach Jason Lester said, “The Regional meet was amazing. The boys ran extremely well.” Board of Trustees “The 4x100 Relay Matt Herden, President team of Adrien Troy Immel, Vice President Dominguez, Aikman Kirk Felps, Secretary Tim Nance Elrod, John Hodge, Charles Riley and Alex Palos placed Bernie San Miguel fourth and broke the Darrel Wagner Continued on Page Two...
Superintendent Dr. Buck Ford
The Bell, Vol. 5, No. 32
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“Hear Ye, Hear Ye!”
Seales, Nance State Bound Cont’d from Page One...
Junior Class Visits Texas State University
school record that they previously set at the Area meet with a time of 43.54.” “The 4x200 Relay team of Adrien Dominguez, Logan Dodd, John Hodge, and Alex Palos placed seventh with their fastest time of the year—1:33.54.” “I was extremely pleased with how the boys performed and competed. This was a fun year for the boys track team.” “I want to thank my senior boys for working so hard the past four years: Alex Palos, John Hodge, Rance Dollahite, Cove Chick, Phillip Alvarado, and Brandon Bankston.” State Meet Information Class 2A running events begin Friday, May 9, at 6:00 PM. 800 Meter Run—6:20 PM 1600 Meter Run—8:45 PM BHS students gather ‘round the statue of Blanco County native Lyndon B Johnson at the TSU campus on Wednesday.
Spanish Club Celebrates Dia de los Niňos
Niňos scramble for piñata prizes..
By Vanessa Skillman, Spanish Club Historian—Blanco Spanish Club members celebrated Dia de Los Niño’s with some of Peggy’s Playhouse’s children. The kids got to enjoy both a SpongeBob piñata as well as a traditional burro piñata filled with candies, toys, and other assortments and prizes. Both the Spanish Club members as well as the kids had a great time celebrating Day of the Children.
Submitted by Blanco High School—The Junior Class of BHS recognized GenTX Day by taking a college tour to Texas State University in San Marcos, TX. GenTX Day is May 2nd, 2014, and is a call to action statewide to motivate students with a real-world college experience that inspires them to visualize a career goal and take the steps to achieve it. BHS students were given the opportunity to tour TSU, learning about the University’s history, its programs of study, and concluding with a lunch of each student’s choice at the LBJ Student Center. High School counselor Linsey Balmos, who organized the tour, said, “I always get excited when the talk is about making plans to further your education.” “I had an awesome college experience, and I want our High School students to also be able to find their own lifetime experiences; so I believe it begins with that first step of gathering all the necessary information about colleges, including visiting a college/trade school campus.” Junior student Reagan Rogers said, “I enjoyed learning about the traditions of TSU and the connections the University has to former President Lyndon Johnson.” Junior Abbie Culton said, “I am now more excited about my future college plans after going on the trip to TSU.” Blanco ISD Goal # 2 Blanco ISD graduates will be college and post-high school ready.
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Lady Panthers’ Season Ends with Loss to Boling in Area Playoff Boys Win Game One in Best-of-Three Series vs. Luling in Bi-District Matchup
Lady Panthers vs. Boling (5/1/14) Area Softball Playoff Photos by Diana Schwind
Lady Panthers following Area round loss to Boling Thursday night at Shiner. (photo Diana Schwind).
The Lady Panthers’ softball season came to a close Thursday night in a 10—0 Area round playoff loss to Boling at the Starplex softball center in Shiner. “The girls consistently improved throughout the season, and I am proud of their effort this season,” said head coach Michael Seales. “I would like to recognize the seniors Meaghen Seales and Kasie Dowdy for four years of hard work and determination in softball.” “Coach Lester and I would also like to thank Abbie Culton, Jamie McClinton, Payton Savarino, Cheyenne Klein, Charlsey Smith, Lexee Jenkins, Kari Graham, Taylor Spriggs, Andrea Calzoncit, Katlinn Calzoncit, Victoria Moya, Montana Weisman, and all the parents and fans for their hard work and support.” The Lady Panthers finish the year 20-8 overall, 7-1 in district play, Co-District Champions, and Area Finalists. Boys The boys’ baseball team defeated Luling 6—0 Thursday night in Blanco to take a 1—0 lead in its best-of-three BiDistrict series against the Eagles. “We played nearly perfect baseball,” said head coach Bryan Wyatt. “We made every play on defense, and our pitching staff did a great job.” Josh McCaslin tossed six scoreless innings, striking out five and allowing only two hits. Kyle Gray was 3-for-3 at the plate with a stolen base. Kyle Sauceda and C. J. Lovalvo each had RBI singles. The Panthers will continue their best-of-three series in Luling on Saturday starting at 4:00 PM.
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Week of May 2—11 Fri, May 2 Sat, May 10
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“Hear Ye, Hear Ye!”
Volume 5, Number 32
May 2, 2014
Meaghen Seales, Bret Leigh Nance State Bound Runners Finish 1—2 in 800 Meters; Nance Finishes Second in 1600 Meters at Regional Meet
(L to R) Bret Leigh Nance, Meaghen Seales, Coach Brandi Mumme discuss state track preparations.
Senior Meaghen Seales and sophomore Bret Leigh Nance both qualified for the State Track and Field meet as a result of their performances at the Region IV track meet held last Saturday in Converse. Nance qualified in two events, first winning the 800 meter run in a school record-breaking time of 2:19, then finishing second in the 1600 meter run with a time of 5:33. “It’s really cool,” said Nance when asked about her performance at the Regional meet. “I hope to run even better at state.” Nance is ranked as the top seed in Class 2A in the 800 meters. Seales, who will be making her fourth and final trip to the state meet, finished second in the 800 meter run with a time of 2:22. She is ranked as the number three seed in that event. “It’s really exciting making it to the state meet four years in a row,” said Seales, who shared an added incentive to motivate her. “I told Mrs. Petri (Family and Consumer Sciences teacher), ‘If I win state, you can give me your recipe for those cookies you make!’” Coach Brandi Mumme said, “I am so excited for Meaghen and Bret! They both work harder than anyone I know, and it has paid off! State will be fun; they both have a chance to medal.” Seales’ and Nance’s state qualifying performances were
the highlights of the Regional meet, but Blanco’s other athletes did well also. “The Regional track meet was great!” said Mumme. “All the girls ran well against tough competition and everyone made the finals.” “Both relays ran their best times, and we were the only relay teams to make finals out of all the teams in our district and area.” “I am extremely proud of this team! With only three Regional returners from last year, they really stepped up and competed at a higher level. I cannot wait to have all of them back at Regionals next year plus a few more!” Boys Boys coach Jason Lester said, “The Regional meet was amazing. The boys ran extremely well.” Board of Trustees “The 4x100 Relay Matt Herden, President team of Adrien Troy Immel, Vice President Dominguez, Aikman Kirk Felps, Secretary Tim Nance Elrod, John Hodge, Charles Riley and Alex Palos placed Bernie San Miguel fourth and broke the Darrel Wagner Continued on Page Two...
Superintendent Dr. Buck Ford
The Bell, Vol. 5, No. 32
Page 2
“Hear Ye, Hear Ye!”
Seales, Nance State Bound Cont’d from Page One...
Junior Class Visits Texas State University
school record that they previously set at the Area meet with a time of 43.54.” “The 4x200 Relay team of Adrien Dominguez, Logan Dodd, John Hodge, and Alex Palos placed seventh with their fastest time of the year—1:33.54.” “I was extremely pleased with how the boys performed and competed. This was a fun year for the boys track team.” “I want to thank my senior boys for working so hard the past four years: Alex Palos, John Hodge, Rance Dollahite, Cove Chick, Phillip Alvarado, and Brandon Bankston.” State Meet Information Class 2A running events begin Friday, May 9, at 6:00 PM. 800 Meter Run—6:20 PM 1600 Meter Run—8:45 PM BHS students gather ‘round the statue of Blanco County native Lyndon B Johnson at the TSU campus on Wednesday.
Spanish Club Celebrates Dia de los Niňos
Niňos scramble for piñata prizes..
By Vanessa Skillman, Spanish Club Historian—Blanco Spanish Club members celebrated Dia de Los Niño’s with some of Peggy’s Playhouse’s children. The kids got to enjoy both a SpongeBob piñata as well as a traditional burro piñata filled with candies, toys, and other assortments and prizes. Both the Spanish Club members as well as the kids had a great time celebrating Day of the Children.
Submitted by Blanco High School—The Junior Class of BHS recognized GenTX Day by taking a college tour to Texas State University in San Marcos, TX. GenTX Day is May 2nd, 2014, and is a call to action statewide to motivate students with a real-world college experience that inspires them to visualize a career goal and take the steps to achieve it. BHS students were given the opportunity to tour TSU, learning about the University’s history, its programs of study, and concluding with a lunch of each student’s choice at the LBJ Student Center. High School counselor Linsey Balmos, who organized the tour, said, “I always get excited when the talk is about making plans to further your education.” “I had an awesome college experience, and I want our High School students to also be able to find their own lifetime experiences; so I believe it begins with that first step of gathering all the necessary information about colleges, including visiting a college/trade school campus.” Junior student Reagan Rogers said, “I enjoyed learning about the traditions of TSU and the connections the University has to former President Lyndon Johnson.” Junior Abbie Culton said, “I am now more excited about my future college plans after going on the trip to TSU.” Blanco ISD Goal # 2 Blanco ISD graduates will be college and post-high school ready.
The Bell, Vol. 5, No. 32
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“Hear Ye, Hear Ye!”
Lady Panthers’ Season Ends with Loss to Boling in Area Playoff Boys Win Game One in Best-of-Three Series vs. Luling in Bi-District Matchup
Lady Panthers vs. Boling (5/1/14) Area Softball Playoff Photos by Diana Schwind
Lady Panthers following Area round loss to Boling Thursday night at Shiner. (photo Diana Schwind).
The Lady Panthers’ softball season came to a close Thursday night in a 10—0 Area round playoff loss to Boling at the Starplex softball center in Shiner. “The girls consistently improved throughout the season, and I am proud of their effort this season,” said head coach Michael Seales. “I would like to recognize the seniors Meaghen Seales and Kasie Dowdy for four years of hard work and determination in softball.” “Coach Lester and I would also like to thank Abbie Culton, Jamie McClinton, Payton Savarino, Cheyenne Klein, Charlsey Smith, Lexee Jenkins, Kari Graham, Taylor Spriggs, Andrea Calzoncit, Katlinn Calzoncit, Victoria Moya, Montana Weisman, and all the parents and fans for their hard work and support.” The Lady Panthers finish the year 20-8 overall, 7-1 in district play, Co-District Champions, and Area Finalists. Boys The boys’ baseball team defeated Luling 6—0 Thursday night in Blanco to take a 1—0 lead in its best-of-three BiDistrict series against the Eagles. “We played nearly perfect baseball,” said head coach Bryan Wyatt. “We made every play on defense, and our pitching staff did a great job.” Josh McCaslin tossed six scoreless innings, striking out five and allowing only two hits. Kyle Gray was 3-for-3 at the plate with a stolen base. Kyle Sauceda and C. J. Lovalvo each had RBI singles. The Panthers will continue their best-of-three series in Luling on Saturday starting at 4:00 PM.
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Week of May 2—11 Fri, May 2 Sat, May 10
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