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Newspaper Editor: Abigail Sanchez
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FFA Achievements & Honors
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This summer South FFA attended the 94th annual state convention at the Forth Worth Center. Senior, FFA President Kylie Mitchell, earned her Lone Star Degree. This prestigious award goes out to active FFA members with at least two years of service and must complete at least four semesters of agricultural science. Also, Ms. Kristen Rike was awarded the Honorary Lone Star FFA Degree. Ms. Rike was one of three recipients of this esteemed honorary degree in our region. FFA officers spent the week attending leadership workshops, participating in specialized events, and other activities.
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The Harlingen Performing Arts Conservatory feel good musical of the year is around the corner. Everyone is welcome to come and experience the Sister Act Fall performance. HCISD reserved seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Call their ticket office for more information. Public tickets are on sale at www.hcisdpa.org.The show will run about 2 hours. We hope to see you there. #HCISDproud
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Lady Hawk Varsity Cross Country team continues to dominate throughout the season. The girls ran at the Donna ISD Invitational, and out of 18 schools the Lady Hawks placed third. Leading the way for the girls was Alexis Fonseca coming in second in the 5,000 meter run. Following her was her sister Aliyah Fonseca who placed fifth, and also coming in 6th was Ariana Rodriguez. The Lady Hawks will make their way to Corpus to Run at TAMU CC. We are excited to see the Lady Hawks continue their successful season.
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South Hawks showed their mighty school spirit by dressing up to support the Hawks in the annual Bird Bowl.
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Early morning on Friday, September 9th at the South Mini Stadium the AFJROTC Cadets as well as the Fire Fighter Academy, Stars, Mighty Hawk Band, and Choir held a 9/11 ceremony for the community. Most importantly, thank you parents, for commemorating a special occasion with us.
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The South Hawks Varsity tennis team remains undefeated (8-0) in District play defeating Donna High School with a score of 15-0.
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Varsity Football District Play Begins
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We celebrate our Hawks hard earned first district 16-5A D1 win vs Weslaco East! The next home game is against Brownsville Pace. Game time is 7:30pm. See you there!
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Congratulations to the Mighty South Hawk Water Polo Team! They won their Bird Bath 11-9 this past week. Please come and cheer them on at their next away game against PSJA Memorial on September 27th at the Harlingen Aquatics Center.
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PTSA September Students of the Month
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Congratulations to Alexa St. John and Jonathan Garcia for being selected as September's PTSA Students of the Month! These students excel academically and in extracurricular activities. We wish them the best in all of their future endeavors!
All senior PTSA members are eligible to apply for South’s PTSA Student of the Month and for PTSA scholarships. Students, parents, and staff may join South's PTSA online at https://www.joinpta.org.
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Student Explore SEEDS Workshop
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This month students participated in a 6 hour workshop hosted by Region One's GEAR UP partner SEEDS. They explored the components of self-leadership, social-emotional learning, team building, communication, and growth mindset skills. They had a blast with the hands-on activities and interactions!
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Career Spotlight on Criminal Investigation
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A huge shout out to Ms. Nicole Daniell for inviting a trio of Cameron County District Attorney investigators. The investigators covered a variety of topics that include the process of criminal investigations, the tools and equipment used, and what the work day is like for investigators.
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GEAR Up kicked the year off showcasing careers in law enforcement. Judge Bobby Garcia presented an interactive activity where students had to classify charges based off scenarios given. The students had a great time learning about the court system and the career of a judge.
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South Junior Takes Ivy League Tour
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This summer Christian Cervantes experienced the Ivy League Quest East Coast Tour. This amazing opportunity provided an all paid trip to visit Massachusetts institute of Technology, Harvard, Brown, Yale, Columbia , Princeton, University of Pennsylvania and many historic sights in-between. Christian is now set on Princeton University!! #GEARUPworks
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GEAR Up Summer University Event Program
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GEAR UP's very own Benicio Roel attended two amazing summer events thanks to Region One and Texas A&M's Construction Science Program. Ben attended the Texas A&M Construction Academy, a unique four day interdisciplinary hands-on experience designed to acquaint students with the study of potential careers in the construction management industry. Ben also attended the Tour of Texas, a five day interdisciplinary hands-on experience job opportunities: Texas A&M University, Circuit of the Americas, NASA, Perot Museum, and the Tower of the Americas. #GEARUPworks
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Gear Up Tailgate a Success!
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Thanks to all the community partners that made the GEAR UP tailgating event a huge success!
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Congrats to our Mighty Hawk Volleyball team that defeated and swept Donna High School and Weslaco East High School. Yet more sweeps for our program. Keep up the great work coaches and students.
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Shout out to Leo Montes, a 2021 Harlingen High School South graduate who is currently working as a welder specializing in commercial diving and underwater welding. He attributes his motivation to Mr. Alvarez, South Welding Teacher, and looks back at his career choice with confidence.
“This was the best decision I made,” Montes said. “I am able to enjoy doing this, and it does not feel like work. My advice to others is to surround yourself with people that can help you to succeed, pray and have faith, keep your focus on your goal, and dream big.”
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Jazz Band Earns Regional Spot
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Congratulations to our students who had a successful audition at Regional Jazz. Go Hawks!
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