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Newspaper 3rd period Editors: Shiloh Ortiz, Sherlyn Mar, Lacie Marez, Achilleas Moreno, Linda Quevedo, Mia Reyna, Cayla Pena, Kaylah Jimenez, Veronica Burnias, Desiree Trevino and Nathan Trevino. Newspaper 5B Editors: Alik Brown, Ty Mattingly, Isaiah Medrano, Elaiza Nunez, Nathan Perez, Zoe Reyes, Mariana Ruiz, Abigail Sanchez, Adrian Castillo, Nathalie Gomez. Nadia Maldonado, Alexis Morrisey, Erin Rios and Celeste Zamora.
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Congratulations Seniors Jeremiah Cano & Serenade Trevino!
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Our HHSS One Act team has once again made it past Regionals and will head to Austin for State competition in early May. We are so proud of you all! Break a leg!
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On Saturday, April 2nd, the winter guard performed at Lyndon B. Johnson High School in Laredo, TX. This is the 2nd time in the school's history that the guard has earned a medal and the first State Championship win! The guard also received plaques for "Participation", "Best General Effect" and "Best Movement".
The guard members directed by Mr. Juan Castro and Ms. Laura Benavides include:
Hannah Solis- Captain
Elizabeth Sanchez
Annabelle Flores
Anna D. Gonzalez
Alex Osornio
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Congratulations to our Mighty Hawk Bands. All four bands earned a Sweepstakes rating at the UIL Concert & Sightreading Contest recently.
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Congratulations to the Lady Hawks for making the play-offs with a record of 10-4 in the toughest district in the Rio Grande Valley. Another congratulations to Sophomore, Yezenia Perez for being selected as player of the game against the Lady Greyhounds by Rio Sports. Way to go Yezenia!
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Sarah Garza Signs Letter of Intent
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On Tuesday, April 12, 2022 Harlingen High School South Soccer Athlete Sarah Garza signed her letter of intent to participate in Soccer at St. Mary's University.
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Varsity Track Wins District
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The MIGHTY SOUTH HAWKS varsity teams did an outstanding job at the District meet! The South Hawks boys varsity team came in second and the Lady Hawks claimed the 32-6A District Championship title!
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The MIGHTY SOUTH HAWKS sub varsity finished their season strong. The final teams standings at district were JV boys, freshman boys and girls taking home first; while the JV girls finished 3rd.
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The girls Varsity Soccer finished 9-5 in district play. They finished 3rd overall, making it to the first round of the playoffs.
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Soloist Receives Top Honor & Scholarship
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Izaiah Gonzales took part in the 2022 McAllen Wind Ensemble Student Solo Competition and placed first overall, earning a $500 scholarship! Gonzalez received his scholarship at the McAllen Wind Ensemble concert April 5th and was featured as a performer at their concert on May 10th.
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The HHSS FFA program is proud to announce its Sale of Champions results as follows:
1. Kylie Mitchell, 11 - Market Lamb / Market Goat
2. Landry Mitchell, 7 - Market
3. Sophia Cavazos, 5 - Market Hog
4. Kaitlyn Contreras, 12 - Market Hog
5. Caitlyn Morales, 11 - Market Rabbits
6. Brandon Nieto, 6 - Market Steer
7. Addyson Enriquez, 8 - Market Goat
8. Vince Rodriguez, 10 - Market Goat
9. Alexandra Trejo, 11 - Market Hog
10. Sara Blackburn, 9 - Market Hog
11. Angel Saenz, 3 - Market Goat
12. Gabriela Saenz, 8 - Market Goat
13. Karina Saenz, 11 - Market Goat
14. Victoria Garza, 8 - Market Goat
15. Emily Espinoza, 9 - Market Hog
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State Powerlifting Champs
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A special congratulations goes out to our two powerlifters who took home gold in the state powerlifting meets. Daniela Maximo won first in the Texas state powerlifting meet in the 97.5 lbs weight class with a squat of 280lbs, a bench of 135lbs, and a deadlift of 290 for a total of 705lbs. Caleb Davis won first in the Texas State powerlifting meet in the super heavy weight class with a squat of 805lbs, a bench of 490lbs, and a deadlift of 575lbs for a total of 1870lbs.
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The Harlingen High School South water polo girls team placed first on April 7th & 8th during a championship match. Senior, Celeste Zamora won MVP and said, "It was an extremely amazing feeling to become a part of our school's history."
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South UIL Competes in Los Fresnos
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UIL students competed in various events on Saturday, March 26th in Los Fresnos. Competitors included Rolando Garcia, Laura Garcia, Anna Marie Guerra, Aidan Arismendez, Sophia Castillo, Isael Badilla, Cristian Castillo-Rodriguez, Ethan Vega, and John Haraway.
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PTSA April Students of the Month
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Congratulations to seniors Christopher Castillo and Dell Davis for being selected as April'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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On March 11th Harlingen South's Latin Club hosted it's 5th Annual Ludi Olympika. Many students from HCISD participated and went for the gold!
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On March 11th Harlingen South's Latin Club hosted it's 5th Annual Ludi Olympika. Many students from HCISD participated and went for the gold!
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Latin Qualifies for State
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Congrats to our Latin team who qualified to compete and represent Harlingen South at the 2022 Texas Junior Classical League State Competition. Also, four latin students received the A+ rating for outstanding performance. We are super proud of all the students and their sponsors, Mrs. Marie Garza and Mrs. Rogers!
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Chase Roberts Signs With Our Lady of the Lake
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Chase Roberts signed his letter of intent to play baseball at Our Lady Of The Lake University located in San Antonio, Tx. on Wednesday, April 20. Before the signing, Coach Gracia spoke a few words about Chase's hard work and dedication saying, "He's an inspiration to us and his teammates." Both Mrs. Roberts and Chase spoke emotionally about his baseball career. "I'm very excited and ready to start this new chapter in my life," said Chase.
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The South ILC held a successful book fair for students during the week of March 7th. South library thanks parents, students and staff for their support.
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The Ecology Club is holding a fundraiser to add benches to the Butterfly Garden and Outdoor Classroom. Sponsor Ruth Salazar says the packages come with engraving and believes it will leave a lasting memory at Harlingen South. There are 8 different packages to choose from. If you would like to help save the endangered Monarch butterfly contact Ecology sponsor ruth.salazar@hcisd.org
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HHSS Blue Knights Beautify SPI
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The Harlingen South Blue Knights teamed up with "Forever Beautiful SPI" in conjunction with adopt a beach. Students were there from 8am-12pm. It was a great experience. "We serve with pride".
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On April 2, Alexis Rocha, Jasmine Ortiz, Ddeen Badiru, and Steven Ortegon participated in the 2022 All Valley Showcase at the Vipers Stadium. Way to Represent! Go Hawks!
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Gear Up Leadership Conference
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Harlingen South's Gear Up program hosted a Leadership conference for the Class of 2024 on April 14th. This event included special guests such as South’s head football coach, Israel Gonzalez III as the keynote speaker and YouTuber, Parker Coppins as closing Keynote speaker. Other special guest speakers included Joshua Howard, Rosa Hill, and Leo Araguz.
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Graphic Arts Students Design Prom Tickets
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Mrs. Arizpe-Sanchez' Graphic Design & Illustration II (advanced) students Kendra Hernandez, a junior, and Senior Matthew Melendez won the prom ticket design contest and earned their free tickets to the Prom this year. Way to go!
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HHSS Vet Science State Bound
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The South Veterinary Science Team has earned their opportunity to travel to a state competition. They won first place in area 10 and are state bound. Left to right are Fernanda Barajas, Andrea Alfaro, Naelynn Jimenez, Ms.Rike, McKayla Valdez, and MaKayla Vela. Best of luck Hawks!
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