The business careers class held their Tiger Case Business Competition this week.  From the different classes, the businesses were narrowed done to 16.  After presentations, students rated the students and three were selected:  "Thirst No Mow" - Shelton; "Sit Huts" - Carlton; and "Swish Nation Incorporation" - Jake.  Two parents along with myself judged these remaining projects.

 photo by Victoria H.

The EXCEL classes participated in a winter door contest.  There were some creative ideas.  There were 4 ways to win:  Best in Texas Winter, Most Creative Use of Materials, Great Diversity, and Most Artistic.  EXCEL Class winners are Moreno, Allevato, Snyder, Palmer, Martin, Cooper, Bell, Renfro, Butler, Ransom, and Chandler.

The girls 7th & 8th grade basketball teams finished their seasons as Southwest Zone Champions. So proud of these Lady Tigers.

The boys 7th & 8th grade soccer teams also finished their season.

 photo by Mandy P.

Did you know that our Fashion and Design class this semester made dresses for orphan children in Africa?  They were made out of pillow cases!  What a creative idea.

 photo by Halle K

The new year's Lone Star list is out and there are some awesome books on it.  The new Lone Star Challenge begins.  All you need to do is read 15 books off the list to participate in the next year's luncheon.  As I roamed the library during the celebration, one of the questions I asked the students was how many books a week they read.  Two was the average number!  Wow, I was quite embarrassed.  My number wasn't close to that at all!

We ended the semester with an amazing Winter Concert from our fine arts department.  The students did an outstanding job!

 photos by Ashley J.

Thank you to all the parents who participated in the Faculty Cookie Exchange.  It was so much fun selecting all the different cookies.  My favorites were the fudge and dipped pretzels!  I wish you a great holiday season and hope you are able to relax and spend time with family.  See you January 5, 2016!