George Ranch H.S.

Website: https://lcisd.org/campuses/georgeranchhs/home
Location: 8181 FM 762 Road, Richmond, TX, USA
Phone: 832-223-4200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeAreGRHS/?modal=admin_todo_tour
Twitter: @WeAreGRHS

Happy Sunday GRHS Longhorns,

We are truly on countown now! Lots of end of year GR-eat stuff is coming, so we have to keep pushing forward and finish strong with behavior, academics, and attendance! Giving your best effort in and out of the classroom will ensure that you will be able to enjoy your summer break! So choose to do the right thing, even when no one is looking...that's called character!

We are celebrating Culture Week at the Ranch this week! Thanks to all the clubs and teacher sponsors for helping make this happen! See the flyer below and get ready to learn each day on the morning announcements about the all amazing cultures we have right here at the Ranch!

Tighten Up!

Not adhering to the campus expectations is not an option. I have been crystal clear and also personally review them every morning on announcements. If you choose to NOT follow them, you are choosing to accept the consequences, including ISS, OSS, possible ALC, and of course the loss of your exemptions. Most of our campus is doing a great job with this, but if you are one that is NOT, now is the time to fix it. Disrespect will get you in trouble, so the sooner you understand rules/policies are meant to be followed, not argued, the more successful you will be not only in school but in life. If you are causing unnecessary work for us, due to non compliance to very fair rules and expectations, you will be suspended, because we are focusing on the Longhorns that are trying their best and making end of year academic success as the priority.

Driving and Parking Reminders:

• Please make sure you are parking in YOUR designated parking spot (that was paid for). A few students have been parking in visitor parking, you will be towed moving forward, there are no warnings. We're short on spots for subs and various district personel visiting the campus for the day when you take these spots.
• Leave a little earlier, by you running late, you are causing major parking lot safety concerns. No more u-turns on 762 to bypass the traffic light, because this is very dangerous. Fort Bend County has been notified so they will start patrolling it.
• Speeding and cutting across the parking lot will result in you losing your driving/parking privileges. The safety of our Longhorns and staff is too important to me.
• Parents dropping off students in the parking lot, you will need to stay in the driveway, or pull in a spot to drop off, blocking the parking spots for staff is keeping them from being on duty on time. This creates an unsafe environment for us, and that cannot happen. Thanks for your help!

Service Hour HARD Deadline - May 1ST!

Mrs. Ford will only be approving hours from 12/15/21- 5/1/22. Please note that service hours must be recorded and verified by the supervisor by May 1. It's the student's responsibility to make sure that your supervisor has verified your hours in SchooLinks by May 1. All service hours that haven't been recorded & verified in SchooLinks by May 1 will be DECLINED.

GRHS Parents, thanks for the yummy desserts for our end of Six Weeks Treats! You are the best! PTO is asking for a littel more help for next week's luncehon for teacher appreciation week on Thursday May 5th! Please consider providing an actual item (drinks or desserts) or even easier you can providing a monetary donation directly to our PayPal account using the grhspto@gmail.com email address OR go to our website and make a donation at https://www.myvlink.org/gerogeranchpto/

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DA4AD23A1FEC25-teacher

Thank you for your constant support of the GRHS staff!

Every April Autism Speaks celebrates World Autism Month! HELP SHOW SUPPORT EVERY MONDAY IN APRIL BY WEARING BLUE AT THE RANCH! Everyone is encouraged to participate, whether you have autism, love someone who does, or are looking to support a diverse, accepting and kind community!

As the weather begins to warm back up this month, please make sure you are WELL within dress code. That means your shorts are LONG enough, shorts can be SEEN WELL BELOW those oversized t-shirts, no mid drift showing (which means the length of your shirt matters too), and no hoodies UP inside the building. Also, you should NOT be carrying a blanket around, if you feel the building is cold, bring a jacket or sweatshirt.

ID's are mandatory!

If you do not have an ID at this point, you will need to purchase a new one for $5 in the library from 8:00-8:15am. If you choose not to, there will be a HOLD placed on your account for the end of year. (exemptions/graduation/final grades, etc) Remember No ID = No Tech visible! Please make sure you are following this rule as well as being in dress code and to ensure that you are not written up for non compliance.

The front office is open daily Monday- Friday 8:00-4:00pm to assist you. You can also directly email us or call 832-223-4200 during the same hours. We are happy to help!

Admin contact info (by last name alpha split):

Chris Cuellar - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split A-Dan) ccuellar@lcisd.org

Carrie Yanta -Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Dao-Hou) cyanta@lcisd.org

Jessie Eilenstine Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Hov-Mom) jessie.eilenstine@lcisd.org

Judy Momanyi - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Mon-Sac) judith.momanyi@lcisd.org

Marqueshah Coy - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Sad-Z) mcoy@lcisd.org

Nicholas Cavallo - Campus Athletic Coordinator (athletic questions/concerns) ncavallo@lcisd.org

Madelyn Gage - GRHS Nurse (Medical/COVID questions) madelyn.gage@lcisd.org

Sandra May - GRHS Nurse (Medical/COVID questions) sandra.may@lcisd.org

GRHS Counselors: (by last name alpha split)

Jamie Rufo (alpha split A-Dan) jrufo@lcisd.org

Stacey Richards (alpha split Dao-Hou) stacey.richards@lcisd.org

Abraham Vil (alpha split Hov-Mom) abraham.vil@lcisd.org

Alicia Henley-Stegent Dual Credit & (alpha split Mon-Sac) alicia.stegent@lcisd.org

Ashley Hunt (alpha split Sad-Z) ashley.hunt@lcisd.org

Carin Reeves 504/AP creeves@lcisd.org

Included in this Edition of our GRHS Longhorn News:

• AP TESTING INFO
  
• PTO NEEDS YOU HELP FOR STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK!
• SERVICE HOUR HARD DEADLINE - MAY 1ST!
  
• POWDER PUFF GAME TIME!
• CULTURE WEEK AND AP WEEK FESTIVITIES - DRESS UP WITH US!
• ATHLETIC PHYSICALS AND SUMMER CAMPS
  
• Yearbooks SOLD OUT!
  
• SENIORS AND JUNIORS - PROGRAD DEADLINES AND OPPORTUNITIES!
  
• COLLEGE WEAR WEDNESDAY!
  
• NO PHONES/AIRPODS/HEADPHONES OUT DURING CLASSTIME and NO Hoodies pulled UP inside the building!
• ID's are mandatory EVERY DAY! If you need a NEW ID/Lanyard- you can purchase them for $5 in the library from 8:00-8:15 daily. Must be visibly worn on the TOP half of your body. NO ID = NO PHONE OUT AT ANY TIME!
  
• 22-23 LCISD Instructional Calendar
• Transcript and VOE Requests Procedures

PTO needs your help providing a luncheon for the GRHS staff during Staff Appreciation Week.

They will be providing a luncheon on Thursday, May 5th and need your help with drinks and dessert.

Please consider providing an actual item or consider providing a monetary donation directly to our PayPal account using the grhspto@gmail.com email address OR go to our website and make a donation at

Monetary Donation: https://www.myvlink.org/gerogeranchpto/

Item SIgn Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DA4AD23A1FEC25-teacher

Thank you for your constant support of the GRHS staff.

Past service hours that were NOT recorded & verified by your volunteer supervisor in SchooLinks will NOT be accepted.

Mrs. Ford will only be approving hours from 12/15/21- 5/1/22. Please note that service hours must be recorded and verified by the supervisor by May 1.

It's the student's responsibility to make sure that your supervisor has verified your hours in SchooLinks by May 1. All service hours that haven't been recorded & verified in SchooLinks by May 1 will be DECLINED.

Please make sure that you review your service hours in SchooLinks , and if you have any issues that you contact Mrs. Ford before the May 1 deadline.

Physicals will take place at the Reading Junior Gyms (8101 FM 762 Rd; Richmond, TX 77469)

All Athletes, Cheerleaders, Band, and Drill Team Members are required to have an athletic physical on file with the Athletic Trainers, or they will not be allowed to participate.

Physicals must be dated after May 1st, 2022, to be valid for the 2022-2023 school year.

Physicals are required to participate in SAC (Summer Strength & Conditioning) camp, open gym, before and/or after school practice, athletic period workouts, as well as all band & drill team practices and events!

Please see flyer for more details and instructions on how to pay for your physical. If you have any questions, please contact George Ranch Athletic Trainers: Lance Hale (lhale@lcisd.org) or Audrey Yager (Audrey.yager@lcisd.org), or you may call 832-223-4361.

Please read the following information carefully.

Morning exams: Students must be ready to enter testing room at 7:45 a.m. If you are not present for the exam at 7:45, you may be counted absent and not be allowed to test. Students need to make arrangements to get to school on time and allow for traffic, trains, etc.

You should bring the following items to the exam room:

• Several sharpened No. 2 pencils (with erasers) for completing multiple-choice answer sheets

• Pens with black or dark blue ink for completing areas on the exam booklet covers and for free-response questions in most exams

• A watch (in case your exam room does not have a clock that you can see easily) The watch cannot beep or make any noise

• Up to two calculators with the necessary capabilities if you are taking an AP Calculus, Chemistry, Physics, or Statistics Exam. (Visit www.collegeboard.com/ap/calculators to learn more about the calculator policy for each of these exams, and for a list of authorized calculators.)

• A ruler or straightedge if you are taking an AP Physics Exam

DO NOT bring the following to the exam room:

• Cell phones, digital cameras, personal digital assistants (PDAs), BlackBerry smartphones, Bluetooth-enabled devices, MP3 players, e-mail/messaging devices, or any other electronic or communication devices. GRHS is not responsible for any damaged or stolen electronics.

• Books, compasses, mechanical pencils, colored pencils, correction fluid, dictionaries, highlighters, or notes

• Rulers and straightedges (except for Physics exams)

• Scratch paper (notes can be made on portions of the exam booklets or, for Chinese Language and Culture and Japanese Language and Culture, on scratch paper provided by the proctor)

• Reference guides, keyboard maps, or other typing instructions

• Watches that beep or have an alarm – no smart watches!

• Ear plugs

• Portable listening* or recording devices (even with headphones) or photographic equipment

• Food or drink*

• Clothing with subject-related information

* Unless this has been preapproved as an accommodation by the College Board Services for Students with Disabilities office prior to the test date.

BE ON TIME for your exam: 7:45 a.m. for the morning administration and 12:00 p.m. for the afternoon administration. Students may not be dismissed until an exam has officially ended; do not ask to leave early if you finish before the end of the exam. If you play a sport or have a job, it is your responsibility to inform your coach or employer of your AP Exam obligation, and arrangements should be made accordingly.

Students who normally have C or D lunch will go to B lunch and then report directly to the testing room by 12:00 pm. If you are taking two exams in the same day, you will need to bring a sack lunch that day. You will not have the time or opportunity to go through the lunch line in the cafeteria

If you are scheduled for a STAAR test on the same day as your AP exam, you will take the AP exam on the scheduled day and take the STAAR test on the make-up day.

Get a good night’s rest before your exam and eat a nutritious breakfast. You are allowed to bring a snack and beverage for your 10-minute break. However, food and drink are prohibited in the exam room. It is advisable to bring a sweater in case the room temperature is below your comfort level.

You are required to abide by the policies of both the College Board and George Ranch High School during the exam period. Any misconduct will be reported and could jeopardize your AP Exam score.

*Please make sure you are signed up for the correct exams by reviewing your Total Registration testing schedule.

If you have any additional questions or concerns, feel free to contact me. Good luck!

Mrs. Reeves, AP Coordinator

creeves@lcisd.org

The assignment has been posted since the beginning of March, so students had plenty of time to submit. Even if students still need to take the TSI or Next Gen test, they still must submit applications by May 2nd. Please do not wait until the last minute as the application process can take some time.

Link Dual Credit Application Process

✓ GRHS will offer one more TSI or Next Gen test opportunity in May for dual credit students. The May administration is for students that added dual credit courses within the past few weeks, missed the April testing window, or did not meet the passing standard.

Please use this link to register for testing: https://forms.office.com/r/RX1jTRFgyj

Deadline to register May 2nd!

✓ Please remember that dual credit courses are college courses with high academic expectations that require student initiative and responsibility. Students should be the ones completing the application and asking questions. Before we know it, students will be off to college, so we encourage them to start practicing the skills they need now.

GRHS counselors and our College and Career Facilitator are here to help. Students can stop by 2327 if they have any questions, and we will assist them.

Hi families,

We’re going to Latin America in 2023, and you’re invited! We’re excited to tell you more about the trip we’re planning with EF Tours, our educational travel partner. Please be sure to register for this info session to be considered for this opportunity: https://bit.ly/3tK68S4.

When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, and grow more confident. These skills are critical for creating the global citizens of tomorrow, and we would love to have your student join us on this adventure.

In this info session, we’ll talk about how this opportunity will benefit your child

• What we’ll see and do on our trip
• Everything that’s included in this experience
• How your child can earn academic credit
• How we’re keeping this safe and affordable
• How to enroll on this trip (before it fills up!)

Registration for the info session is mandatory, and a parent or guardian must attend. (Can’t make it? Choose “No, but send info” so you don’t miss out.) Register here: https://bit.ly/3tK68S4

Can't wait to see you there!

Anjanette Marcano - Spanish Teacher & Cultures in Action Sponsor

• No ID = NO PHONE (even during lunch/advisory) If you refuse to put them up, it's a write up.
• No "hood" (from hoodies) or beanie (covering ears) can be worn INSIDE the building.
• Phones must be put away at AT ALL TIMES during instructional time, unless there is an instruction purpose GIVEN by the teacher and the sign is on GREEN. If you refuse to follow this, it will be a write up. (Phones are allowed before the 8:15 bell, during your lunch and advisory, and after 3:40pm)
• Ignoring teachers/staff when they are asking you to put on ID or to put your phone up will be a write up. (That's just disrespect)
• In the hallways without an ID AND a pass during class time, will be a write up.
• Instigating, participating, or videoing an altercation (regardless of how small) will be a write up. If you are part of a fight, you will be placed at ALC.

DOWNLOAD A COPY HERE ▶️ http://bit.ly/3Ce8ADe

**ATTENTION JUNIOR PARENTS**

Needing Junior parents who want to volunteer to help with Prograd on Sunday, May 22 after graduation. You will earn points for your student next year. If interested please contact Monique Degeyter at mdegeyter@me.com or 281-989-1466

If your student tests positive for COVID-19 please follow the steps below to notify the campus.

While you are TEMPORARILY OUT you still have access to your teachers CANVAS pages to help you stay as connected as possible during this short period. Once you get back we will work with you (during advisory/before/after school) to get caught up.

TWO PEOPLE THAT NEED TO BE EMAILED IMMEDIATELY:

1. GRHS Nurse - Sandra May sandra.may@lcisd.org
2. Your student's Assistant Principal (listed below by last name alpha split)

Admin contact info (by last name alpha split):

Chris Cuellar - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split A-Dan) ccuellar@lcisd.org

Carrie Yanta -Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Dao-Hou) cyanta@lcisd.org

Jessie Eilenstine Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Hov-Mom) jessie.eilenstine@lcisd.org

Judy Momanyi - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Mon-Sac) judith.momanyi@lcisd.org

Marquesha Coy - Assisitant Principal (Alpha Split Sad-Z) mcoy@lcisd.org

In the email please include:

1. Student Name
2. Grade Level
3. Student ID
4. Date of Confirmed POSITIVE

• LANYARDS W/GRHS ISSUED ID - ALL GRHS STUDENTS SHOULD NOW HAVE AN ID AND LANYARD AND ARE EXPECTED TO BE WEARING IT 100% OF THE TIME INSIDE OUR BUILDING!
• NEED A NEW LANYARD/ID BRING $5 to the library between 8:00-8:15am!
• GRHS ID's must be VISIBLY WORN on the TOP half of your body. If you refuse, you will have disciplinary consequences. NO more temporaries will be given out.

SAFETY IS KEY! Being responsible for 2600+ students is a big job, and I need for all GRHS staff to be able to identify and assist students quickly. Thanks for following this rule.

The 2022 GRHS Legacy Yearbook is on sale now! Go to Balfour.com, enter George Ranch HS in the Search Bar on top and click on the yearbook below. You may order the book, any accessories you’d like and even order a Senior Tribute Ad for your CO2022 grad right from the website. Payment is secure on the Balfour.com website and the book will be delivered to your student next May at The Ranch.

Remember Longhorns, the earlier you order the better the price of the book! Order today!

Questions? Get in touch with Mr. Terrando at 832.223.4236 or via email at thomas.terrando@lcisd.org.

Verification of Enrollment (VOE) Request

If you are needing to request a verification of enrollment (VOE), to obtain a student permit or license, please email Mrs. Lujan at blujan@lcisd.org

In the email request, please include student's id number. Please note that it takes 1 business day to process VOE request.

Please note that VOE expires 30 days after it is signed.

Child Support/ Verification of Enrollment Letter

If you are needing to request a VOE letter for child support, please email Mrs. Hall at rhall@lcisd.org

This letter will list the student's expected graduation date and confirm the student is currently enrolled.

Please note that it takes 1 business day to process VOE letter request.

Our Admin Team is ready and willing to support! We are available (via email) during business hours and will be promptly getting back with you for assistance.

Please feel free to reach out to your child's Assistant Principal (alpha split by last name) for student specific concerns or assistance.

Heather Patterson - Principal hpatterson@lcisd.org

Brian Forshee - Associate Principal bforshee@lcisd.org

Chris Cuellar - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split A-Dan) ccuellar@lcisd.org

Carrie Yanta -Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Dao-Hou) cyanta@lcisd.org

Jessie Eilenstine Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Hov-Mom) jessie.eilenstine@lcisd.org

Judy Momanyi - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Mon-Sac) judith.momanyi@lcisd.org

Marqueshah Coy - Assistant Principal (Alpha Split Sad-Z) mcoy@lcisd.org

Nicholas Cavallo - GRHS Campus Athletic Coordinator (athletic concerns/questions) ncavallo@lcisd.org

Our GRHS Counselors, College Career Facilitator, and Registrar are ready and available to support you. The best way to contact them is via email and they will be getting back with you for assistance within 24 business hours. From schedule questions, college questions, transcript requests, to any student concern our GRHS team is here to assist you and your child. Feel free to email them with any questions or concerns. (Alpha Split by Student LAST Name for Counselors)

Counselors:

Jamie Rufo (alpha split A-Dan) jrufo@lcisd.org

Stacey Richards (alpha split Dao-Hou) stacey.richards@lcisd.org

Abraham Vil (alpha split Hov-Mom) abraham.vil@lcisd.org

Alicia Henley-Stegent Dual Credit & (alpha split Mon-Sac) alicia.stegent@lcisd.org

Ashley Hunt (alpha split Sad-Z) ashley.hunt@lcisd.org

Carin Reeves 504/AP creeves@lcisd.org

Lauren Ford - College Career Facilitator (CCF)- lauren.ford@lcisd.org

Marci Macha -George Ranch Registrar - mamacha@lcisd.org

The Longhorn Girls Soccer Team racked up the awards in district 20-6A this season. Krystin Moore (10th) was named the Districts New Comer of the year! Annie Schoditsch (11th), Hayley Moffett (10th) and Taylor Holcombe (12th) all earned First Team recognition. 2nd Team honors went to Kacey Ehlen (10th) Ava Costa (9th) and Mea Daul (10th). The girls rounded out the awards with Giselle Kattan (12th) Bailey Crouch (12th) and Reagan Nichols (12th). The girls also earned 17 Academic All District awards, showing they were not just getting it done on the field but in the classroom as well. Mackenzie Smith, Giselle Kattan, Amber Twilley, Mia Edwards, Brynn Johnson, Emma Garza, Marcela Martinez, Erica Phelan, Annie Schoditsch, Ava Costa, Krsystin Moore, Bailey Crouch, Marlee Mendoza, Mea Daul, Clara Daul, Hayley Moffett, and Reagan Nichols all received this academic award. Congratulations to all of the girls on their wonderful accomplishments this season.

A great night celebrating our Class of 2022 and our showing appreciation to our loved ones!!

Your JV Longhorn Softball teams earned an undefeated season after their 12-0 win vs. Dulles. We are so proud of this team and their hard work throughout the season! Hannah Ramirez came up big on the mound. Abbi Dominguez, Dav Espinosa and Hannah Ramirez came up big in the box!

Nora Of George Ranch Longhorn Varsity Shuts Out Fort Bend Dulles Nora Thompson didn't allow a single run against Fort Bend Dulles, throwing a complete game shutout and leading George Ranch Longhorn Varsity to a 12-0 victory on Friday George Ranch Longhorn Varsity was boosted by Karrlauhn Deas who went 4-for-4 at the plate. Deas singled in the first, doubled in the third, singled in the fourth, and doubled in the fifth. George Ranch Longhorn Varsity got things moving in the first inning, when Deas singled on a 1-2 count, scoring one run. George Ranch Longhorn Varsity tallied five runs in the fifth inning. Jesyca Johnston, Kennedy Marlow, and Deas each drove in runs during the inning. A single by Macie Wolfe in the third inning was a positive for Fort Bend Dulles. Thompson led things off on the rubber for George Ranch Longhorn Varsity. The pitcher allowed four hits and zero runs over five innings, striking out three and walking zero. George Ranch Longhorn Varsity saw the ball well today, racking up 16 hits in the game. Deas, Seleste Compian, Kate Dolan, Ella Kolenko, and Marlow each had multiple hits for George Ranch Longhorn Varsity. Deas went 4-for-4 at the plate to lead George Ranch Longhorn Varsity in hits.

JV continues their undefeated streak with a win over Clements. Blaine Bielitz picked up the win on the mound with Carlee Long holding down solid defense behind the plate, along with Emily Conger playing solid defense in right field. Kennedy Jolley and Ashley McCulloch coming up big at the plate. JV comes up with a 16-1 win! Nora Thompson didn't allow a single run as George Ranch Longhorn Varsity defeated Fort Bend Clements 14-0 on Tuesday. Thompson allowed just two hits.

George Ranch Longhorn Varsity secured the victory thanks to eight runs in the fourth inning. The rally was led by singles by Jesyca Johnston, Seleste Compian, and Mariah Garner, triples by Ella Kolenko and Karrlauhn Deas, and a double by Kate Dolan. George Ranch Longhorn Varsity opened up scoring in the first inning, when Deas singled on a 3-2 count, scoring one run. George Ranch Longhorn Varsity put up eight runs in the fourth inning. The big inning was thanks to singles by Johnston, Compian, and Garner, triples by Kolenko and Deas, and a double by Dolan. One bright spot for Fort Bend Clements was a single by #3 in the second inning. Thompson toed the rubber for George Ranch Longhorn Varsity. The hurler allowed two hits and zero runs over five innings, striking out six and walking zero. George Ranch Longhorn Varsity totaled 15 hits. Deas, Dolan, Compian, Macie Burks, Kolenko, and Garner all collected multiple hits for George Ranch Longhorn Varsity. Deas led George Ranch Longhorn Varsity with three hits in four at bats. George Ranch Longhorn Varsity stole nine bases during the game as two players stole more than one. Deas led the way with three.

The JV Longhorn Baseball Team took on the Bush Broncos Friday Night. The Horns won the contest by a score of 8-0. Joe Hernandez started and pitched 4 innings allowing no runs. Briggs Surratt came in a finished the game in the 5th inning. Offensively, the highlight came from Johnny Padilla who hit a homerun over the left field fence.

Johnathan Canter picked up the win on the mound going 5 innings and Aidan Doherty and Alex Evensen came on in relief as the Longhorns beat Bush 12-6. Offensively, Reese Beheler hit a two-run home run and Cole Murphy and Tre Aikens each had two RBIs and Jack Braswell had 3 RBIs. Longhorns are in action next Tuesday at Frankie Field against Clements.

Varsity - Cole Murphy pitched 4 innings and had a double and Jackson Reifel came in to throw 3 scoreless innings in relief but Ridge Point was too much for the Longhorns winning 6-0. GR is back in action at home on Friday night against Bush.

The George Ranch Sophomore team lost a tough game against Ridge Point High School 6-2. The Ridge Point Panthers beat the JV Longhorns 8-0 Monday Night at Longhorn Field. The Longhorns will travel to Bush High School Friday Night to battle the Broncos with the goal of getting back in the win column.

This past week, the George Ranch Lady Longhorn track and field team competed in the Area round of playoffs. The girls team took 2nd overall with 94 points. With a team of 15 girls making it to the Area round, we had point contributors from all over. Freshman Elle Collins ran an excellent race in a very competitive field to place 5th in the 300 meter hurdles. Junior Ava Curtis continued her streak of excellence by taking the bronze in the 800 meters, and securing her spot at the regional track meet. Freshman distance sensation, Sophia Nguyen, took the gold in the 1600, and the silver in the 3200 meters. She will be representing GR at the regional track and field meet in both events. Senior Lexi Harkrider contributed points in both the 1600 and 3200 meters by placing a respective 5th place in both races. Sophomore Raina Thomas held on in a stacked field to place 6th place in the high jump. In a very competitive Long jump competion, both Kalen Goodman, and Journie Franklin set big PR performances placing 5th, and 3rd respectively. Journie will represent GR at the regional meet. Kalen Goodmankept her momentum going with a PR in the triple jump, placing 4th and securing her spot at the regional meet as well. Our two freshman Pole Vaulters, Meredith Morrey and Logan Reeves battled the winds and the elements, and came out as point contributors for our team, with a 5th and 6th place finish respectively. And Finally, All three of the George Ranch Girls relay teams placed in the top 4, securing their spot at the region meet. The 4x100 meter team of Samantha Smith, Amarie Khan, Jurnie Franklin, and Chiemela Azuike placed 2nd overall. The 4x200 meter squad of A’marie Khan, Journie Franklin, Kalen Goodman, and Chiemela Azuike placed 2nd as well. And the finally f the night, the 4x400 meter crew of Kalen Goodman, Ava Curtis, Journie Franklin, and Madi Gentles ran a season best time of 3:58.27 and placed 2nd, rounding off the trifecta of relays qualifying for the regional meet. As a coaching staff, it was a joy to watch all of these ladies compete their hearts out. They rallied together, lifted each other up, and came out on top. Way to go Ladies!

Sophomore Travis Morrey finished 8th in 3200m and 7th in the 1600m

Junior Jacques Franklin finished 7th in Discus

Senior Isaiah Randon finished 7th in the 400m

Senior Mikey Meneley placed 2nd in HJ, 6th in 110H

Senior Kaleb Kiser placed 4th in TJ & HJ

Senior Kyle Kiser placed 3rd in TJ

Senior Luke Ingelmo placed 4th in PV

Senior Shane Gardner finished 2nd in 110H

Junior Ife Famogun finished 2nd in 300H, 7th in the 110H

Junior Henry Chukwu placed 7th in HJ

Senior Kyle Kiser broke the school record in the TJ with a jump of 48’ 1. The previous record was 47’ 6

Qualifying for the Regional meet on April 29th and 30th in Humble:

Mikey Menely-HJ

Kaleb Kiser-TJ, HJ

Kyle Kiser-TJ

Luke Inglemo-PV

Shane Gardner-110H

Ife Famogun-300H