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Lakehill Preparatory School
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The Warrior Weekly
Volume 12, Issue 11
November 14, 2019
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TREK for TECH Funds New Technology
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Lakehill Preparatory School's 21st annual TREK for TECH, the Parent Faculty Club's signature fall event, combined beautiful weather, two races, record-breaking times, dedicated sponsors, enthusiastic volunteers, and a raffle with fantastic prizes. The results were a great time for all who attended, and funds raised to purchase new technology.
Students, families, and faculty members put their best foot forward in the one-mile Fun Run, while record numbers competed in the 5K chip-timed race. Nearly 400 people registered for this year's races, with nearly 60% of the student body participating, an all-time high. The TREK Committee is still counting the monies raised through sponsorship, registration, and technology purchases, but anticipates another budget-breaking total.
Tenth grader
Cullen McCaleb was the first place overall winner with a time of 17:59. Meg Bennion was the top female overall at 21:56. The award for top male student went to senior
Hamed El-Feky, who placed second overall with a time of 19:31.
Avery Owen was the top-finishing female student, with a time of 22:11. Lakehill students
Drew Perry (20:49) and
Henry Bennion (20:52) finished in the top ten.
For some, racing was truly a family affair. Three generations of the Meyer family took part in the 5K race: ninth grader Ellis, mom Michelle, dad Fred, who took first in his age group, and grandfather Herman, who at 90, took first place in the 80-and-over category. Four members of the Degeyters family ran the 5K, with three bringing home first or second place in their age group.
For the third consecutive year, the Class of 2023 won the Chick-Fil-A party for having the highest percentage of participation with 85%.
The Pasta Lunch was held on Friday. Diners enjoyed pasta and pizza, sponsored by Guess Who's Coming to Dinner.
The TREK Committee thanks those companies, individuals, and families who supported the race through underwriting and equipment purchases, and the faculty, NJHS, and parent volunteers who helped the event run smoothly.
Lakehill thanks John and Karen Owen for chairing this event again and for their efforts in making TREK for TECH a huge success!
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Lakehill Senior Earns Eagle Rank
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Lakehill senior
Koby Watkins has earned the Boy Scouts of America’s highest advancement award, the Eagle Scout Award.
He is the 155th member of Troop 259 to attain the rank of Eagle. Only around six percent of all Boy Scouts achieve this honor.
Each candidate must earn 21 merit badges and successfully complete a community service project to earn his Eagle. Watkins built a 9' x 6', wheelchair-accessible, above-ground garden at the retirement home where his grandfather had lived. "It seemed to me like many senior citizens did not have the opportunity to interact with nature, and I wanted to provide them with that," said Watkins.
Watkins led six to ten scouts at a time in various jobs, such as nailing and hammering, over the course of a month. They also tackled more difficult tasks, such as using a blow torch and cementing 12 posts. "I was familiar with woodworking," said Watkins, "but I had to learn a lot about concrete."
There were some unexpected challenges with access and materials while working on the project. "It's important to be flexible," he said. "There will always be problems. You have to think outside the box to create solutions. I like to turn negatives into positives."
In addition to completing his project, Watkins earned 25 merit badges and held the leadership positions of Quartermaster for two years, Patrol Leader for a year, and Assistant Senior Patrol Leader for two years.
Watkins will help fill the garden with soil and plant herbs which will be used in the retirement center's kitchen. "The garden that I built will last for a long time and will bring a lot of joy and happiness," he said. "I am happy to have been able to provide a connection to nature for senior citizens."
The Court of Honor for Koby Watkins will be held this winter. Congratulations to an outstanding young man on receiving Scouting's highest honor.
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Lakehill Named Volunteer Group of the Year
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For more than 20 years, volunteer groups have gathered monthly to pick up trash at White Rock Lake. The Adopt-A-Shoreline program is a Dallas Park and Recreation Department initiative administered by For the Love of the Lake. Fifty local organizations have pledged their commitment by signing on as Adopt-a-Shoreline groups, agreeing to maintain a portion of White Rock Lake and its grounds and keep it litter-free.
On November 9, Lakehill was recognized as the 2019 Adopt-a-Shoreline Group of the Year at the annual appreciation picnic. Lakehill has been active in the program since 2009, and recently celebrated its 138th Shoreline Spruce-Up. This is the third time Lakehill has been recognized as the Volunteer Group of the Year.
Sophomore
Will Gorman spoke on behalf of the students at the ceremony about his experience cleaning up at White Rock Lake. Gigi Ekstrom, Director of Marketing and Community Relations said, "I am so grateful for the countless students, teachers, and families who have so enthusiastically dedicated themselves to this effort over the past eleven years. This award is a tribute to our amazing volunteers who are united in a common cause - to make our lake a cleaner, better place."
The next monthly clean-up, open to all Lakehill students, families, and friends, will be held on Saturday, December 14.
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Having completed their study of
The Inquisitor's Tale
by Adam Gidwitz, sixth graders proposed inventive ideas for a sequel to this engaging book and prepared beautifully illuminated quotations. Some students even illuminated their letters to him.
After learning that Gidwitz would be appearing at a book festival in McAllen, Texas, teacher
Julie
Murugen
made arrangements to attend and to present the materials to him in person.
Gidwitz was delighted to see their artwork and receive two examples as gifts. He is pictured with a hand-painted canvas by
Leonie Khan
.
Jaxson Henegar
also offered his work.
He expressed appreciation and admiration for the sixth-grade students' art and interesting analyses of his work and discussed the possibility of visiting Lakehill in the future.
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French Club
Lakehill's Upper School French Club recently attended a hockey game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Dallas Stars. Members on the outing donned
rouge, bleu, et blanc
in support of the Canadiens and spoke French during the game.
The French Club is dedicated to promoting an understanding of the French language and culture. Co-presidents
are
Claire Howard
and
Kathryn Mahan
, and
Georgina Stephens
is Vice-President. The Club is sponsored by
Tam Badgett
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Sisteens Walk for a Cure
Four members of Sisteens braved the cold, wet weather to participate in the 37th annual Race for the Cure on October 26. They walked the 5K, having a great time together for a good cause. The Komen Foundation has raised more than a million dollars this year to fund breast cancer research.
Sisteens are led by Co-presidents,
Stella Palmer
and
Claire Howard
.
Maya Ariss
and
Georgina Stephens are Dig Pink Chairs. The organization is sponsored by
Tam Badgett,
Kristin Rutherford, and
Cristi McCarty.
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Travelers to Lakehill's Lydia and James Perry Community Room on November 8, were treated to a fascinating tour of Texas as third grade students showcased their study of the state, sharing information on the history, geography, climate, citizens, and landmarks of a variety of Texas towns, from Abilene to Amarillo and from Canyon to College Station. Each created a travel brochure, highlighting the top attractions of their destination.
Some students dressed the part, outfitted in 10-gallon hats, college jerseys, or oilfield uniforms. Texas culinary favorites, including brisket, chips and
queso
, Dr. Pepper, Blue Bell ice cream, and What-a-burger fries and onion rings, gave visitors a true taste of the Lone Star state.
With third grade students serving as tour guides, visitors wandered from town to town, exploring the sights, sounds, and tastes from the great state of Texas.
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At the completion of the unit on forces, motion, and energy in eighth grade physical science, students design and build an egg drop device to survive a 30-foot drop from the top of the school.
Students film their drop and, using the Vernier video physics app, calculate the velocity, potential and kinetic energy of their device at the top and mid-point of the drop.
They write a formal lab report of their findings. This year, all twelve eggs survived the drop!
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Lakehill's recycling station for batteries, crayons, and markers is now located in Science Wing on the second floor.
The school recycles more than glass, cans, paper, and plastic.
Lakehill partners with Crayola in Crayola ColorCycle, a program designed to re-purpose used markers, rather than sending them to landfills.
All brands of expended markers, highlighters, and dry erase markers can be placed in the drop-off boxes.
Collection boxes for all items are located on the second floor near Ms. Thomson's room, and a marker box is located on the first floor near Ms. McCarty's room.
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Lakehill's talented musical theater students will bring
Beauty and the Beast
to the Lakehill stage on Friday, November 15, and Saturday, November 16, at 7:00 p.m. A preview of the musical will be performed for students on November 15, at 9:30 a.m.
There will be a Costume Contest for Lower School students at each show. Channel your best Belle or Beast, or maybe you're more of a Mrs. Potts or Gaston.
Want to be a part of the action? Light up roses will be sold for $5 before the show and during intermission for the audience to use during the final scene of the musical.
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PFC Brings
Signature
Events to Campus
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November 22
Grandparents Day, 8:00 a.m.
Lakehill welcomes grandparents, parents, and special friends to the annual Grandparents Day Celebration on Friday, November 22. The festivities begin at 8:00 a.m. with a breakfast reception in the cafeteria. The program, which includes performances by various student groups, will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the auditorium. School is dismissed at 11:00 a.m. for Thanksgiving Break, and there will be no after-school care.
November 22; December 2 - 6
Scholastic Arctic Adventure Book Fair:
Snow Much to Read!
A blizzard of books is headed your way. It's the PFC's Arctic Adventure Scholastic Book Fair: Snow Much to Read!
Stock up on new books for the holidays at Lakehill's Scholastic Book Fair which will be held December 2-6, in the Lydia and James Perry Community Room. The fair will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. each day.
Enjoy an advance preview and purchase books before and after the Grandparents Day celebration on November 22. Purchase a book for the Parade of Gifts during the Winter Concert and receive free gift wrapping. Watch for more information about the Book Fair and get ready for the coolest reading expedition ever!
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Senior Spotlight: National Junior Honor Society Highlights Lakehill's Soon-to-be Graduates
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In an effort to reveal the hidden talents, personalities, and accomplishments of Lakehill's most experienced students, the National Junior Honor Society presents:
NJHS Spotlight on Seniors
This week's senior: Logan Stout
Logan Stout has attended Lakehill since the seventh grade. His favorite class is English because he appreciates the faculty and enjoys writing. Logan has played Varsity football, soccer, and baseball. He has been recognized with All-District honors for football and baseball. He has also played club hockey for many years.
Logan also participates in drama and musical theater, and can be seen in this weekend's performance of
Beauty and the Beast. His favorite Lakehill memory was the Performing Arts trip to New York City his sophomore year.
Logan won the Kenyon College book award as a junior. He plans to attend the University of South Carolina to study business.
Logan's advice to younger Warriors is, "Participate in a variety of activities. Lakehill gives you many opportunities to participate in clubs and sports."
By Sofia Bracken, eighth grade
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Varsity Football
The Varsity Football team defeated Dallas Lutheran, 49-0, on November 8, to finish the season 9-0 as undefeated District Champions.
Defense had another stellar performance, giving up just 76 total yards and are now giving up fewer than 10 points a game.
The Warriors advance as the overall #1 seed to the Area Round of the State Playoffs, hosting Concordia High School on Saturday, November 16, at the Warrior Athletic Complex. Kick-off is at 1:00 p.m.
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All-District and All-State Volleyball Players Recognized
Head coaches gathered recently to bestow the 2019 honors for All-District and All-State Volleyball. Six Lakehill players were recognized with 11 individual awards.
Krista Carlson: First Team All-District
Maddie Cerda: District 2-3A Offensive Player of the Year; First Team All-District; Second Team All-State
Loveth Heard:
First Team All-District, Academic All-State
Jourdyn Owens: Second Team All-District, Academic All-State
Stella Palmer: Second Team All-District, Academic All-State
Lynley Waggoner: All-District Honorable Mention
Congratulations to these outstanding Lakehill athletes.
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Varsity and Middle School Basketball
Varsity Girls Basketball
The Lady Warriors kicked off the season with a 33-13 win over Cambridge on November 11. The girls took an early lead and never looked back.
Hayden Yoss
led the team with 12 points and
Brooklynn Williams led in rebounding with nine.
The team will be back in action on November 19, when they travel to take on Hockaday JV and then will host First Baptist Academy on November 21.
Varsity Boys Basketball
The Varsity Boys Basketball team started the season with a scrimmage against StoneGate Christian, winning 36-20. The Warriors were led by senior
Hamed El-Feky with 14 points. The Warriors lost a tough game to Cambridge, 58-47, on November 11. The Warriors were led by senior
Kareem Zidan with 21 points, eight rebounds, and three blocks. Sophomore
Cullen McCaleb contributed 14 points. The team will play again on November 14 and 16, in the StoneGate Christian Tip-off Tournament.
Middle School Girls Basketball
The Middle School Girls Basketball (D-1) team started the season on November 7, defeating First Baptist Academy on the road, 28-16.
Taylor Allen led in scoring with eight points.
Addie Ashford and
Sarah Ganson each added four points, while
Kate Marshall and
Sydney Nguyen each had three.
Middle School Boys Basketball
The Middle School Boys Basketball (D-1) team started the season on November 7, with a 74-18
win over First Baptist Academy.
Drew Perry led the team in scoring with 22 points.
Jack Widhalm had 20 points, followed by RJ Yttredahl with 17. The half-court trap was too much for First Baptist as the Warriors had 19 steals that led to many fast-break points. Perry also led the defense with 11 steals.
Basketball Season Passes
Basketball season passes are now available for $125.Contact
Michelle Crow to get your pass! Season passes give the entire family access to all home games.
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Varsity Crew
Lakehill senior
Anders Ekstrom, rowing
with Dallas United Crew (DUC), competed in the Frostbite Regatta on November 9, and Bill Braxton Regatta on November 10, both on the Cooper River in New Jersey.
He earned a bronze medal at the Frostbite Regatta in the Men's Varsity 8+. His crew also earned a trip to the Grand Finals at the Bill Braxton Regatta, finishing sixth overall.
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November 15
PFC General Meeting 8:15 a.m.
Lydia and James Perry Community Room
Find out what is going on and how you can be involved!
8th Grade College Visit to UTA, 10:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
November 15
Upper School Musical Performance for Students, 9:30 a.m.
Morning Assembly Schedule
November 15, 16
Upper School Musical,
Beauty and the Beast
, 7:00 p.m.
November 16
Middle School District Debate
November 19
Teacher of the Year Luncheon, 11:30 a.m.
November 21
All-School Grandparents Day Rehearsal, 9:00 a.m.
Kindergarten and First Grade Thanksgiving Feast
November 22
Grandparents Day
8:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:30 a.m. Program
PFC Book Fair open before and after the program!
Classes Dismiss for Thanksgiving, 11:00 a.m.
November 23
Upper School Robotics Qualifier (Allen, Texas)
November 25 - 29
Thanksgiving Holiday - No School
December 2 - 6
PFC Arctic Adventure Book Fair, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.; 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
December 10
Admission Coffee (K-12)
8:30 a.m., Lydia and James Perry Community Room
Encourage your friends to find out more about Lakehill.
Find out more and RSVP
here.
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Support the
Warrior Fund.
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Lakehill Preparatory School
2720 Hillside Drive, Dallas, Texas 75214-3428
Phone: (214) 826-2931
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