Crawford's Corner... A Message from the Principal
It is hard to believe that the fall semester is coming to a close. This semester has brought me much joy and happiness. I have enjoyed seeing our football players working hard to make it to the playoffs; our AVID students planning community service projects; our ECHS students on their way to earning their first college credits; and so much more that makes our school Always Victorious! So, as the holiday season is upon us and the break is a little over two weeks away, I would like to leave you with a quote from D.M. Dellinger, "This is my wish for you: peace of mind, prosperity through the year, happiness that multiplies, health for you and yours, fun around every corner, energy to chase your dreams, joy to fill your holidays!" Warmest thoughts to each of you this holiday season. I will be sending each of you peace, love, and light!
News from Orchestra
Crockett Orchestra attended the Texas Renaissance Music Festival on November 8th. In addition to having turkey legs and a lot of Medieval fun, students also received Excellent ratings on their contest performance.
In upcoming events, Crockett’s very own Orchestra, Band, Guitar, Choir, and Mariachi are getting in the holiday spirit as they prepare for the Winter Concert, on December 12th. The concert will showcase a collaboration between the programs as they perform holiday music for the whole family. The orchestra will also be hosting a Spirit Night at your local Chipotle Mexican Grill on December 19th. By attending the Spirit Night and mentioning Crockett Orchestra when you order, you will help the orchestra fundraise for much needed cello repairs, bows and strings. Come out and support your Crockett Orchestra at 5400 Brodie Ln, Austin, TX 78745. Can’t wait to see you there!
Fall Semester Final Exam Exemption Guidelines
Please read the following important information regarding final exam exemptions for fall 2017:
1. Students who have earned exemptions are expected to be in attendance for the final and must be at school. Students cannot miss school and still legally be counted present. If you do not show up to the class on the day of the final exam, you will get a zero on the exam.
2. Exemptions will be granted per class. Based on attendance and grade average, students may be exempted from taking their final exam(s) in courses if ALL of the following criteria are met:
- 85 average for the semester average (1st, 2nd, and 3rd six weeks)
- No more than 2 absences for the fall semester, beginning October 2, 2017
- No more than 2 tardies for the fall semester, beginning October 2, 2017
3. Exemption from a course’s final exam is NOT granted to a student if he/she:
- has been home school suspended
- has been required to attend ALC
- has obligations or fines
4. AP courses may be excluded from exemptions. There will be NO exemptions for EOC classes, SPURS, OnRamps, and ACC dual credit courses.
5. After the semester average has been finalized, the semester average will be used as the final exam grade.
TENNIS IS BACK......
Crockett Tennis starts back up for the individual tennis season with practices beginning Monday 1/8/18. Our first match is 1/17/18 v.s. Lanier at the Austin Tennis Center. Our first Tournament is 1/25 and 1/26 in San Marcos.
Anyone interested in tennis can come see Coach Knedlik in room #103 or come to one of Coach Knedlik's FIT sessions. Athletes must have an AISD physical in order to participate in practices/matches.
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PTSA General Meeting Dates
Crockett High School extends an invitation to ALL Crockett students, parents, and teachers. Let us here your voice and help make Crockett Always Victorious!
Dec. 18, 2017
Jan. 22, 2017
Feb. 12, 2017
Mar. 19, 2017
Apr. 16, 2017
Crockett THEATRE & TEXANNS Performing at COTA!
If you missed Crockett Theatre's production of ELF THE MUSICAL JR, you still have a chance to see the show!!! Crockett Theatre is teaming up with the TEXANNS to perform at COTA:
Circuit of the Americas
Winter Wonderland
Friday December 15th @6:15pm
Tickets $16. Gates open @6pm.
15 Minute walk to the stage.
*** Help CROCKETT THEATRE & DANCE make some $$$...
Attend COTA Winter Wonderland ANY night!
Buy your tickets ONLINE -
Use Code: CROCKETTDRAMA
Purchase tickets at THIS LINK ONLY:
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CHOIR SUCCESSCongratulations goes out to Juli Castillo, Alto 2, who won her Choir Pre-Area Audition last night; and now goes on to the Choir Area Audition in San Antonio, TX. If you see her, give her a thumbs up on a job well done! We are so proud of her accomplishments. | SAVE THE DATESCrockett Theatre presents... HEATHERS THE MUSICAL, High School Edition February 1 - 4, 2018 Rated: PG-13 | Celebration for Perfect Attendance has Begun!Students were awarded with pizza and drinks for perfect attendance during the fall semester. These students are exemplary Crockett students taking care of business. We thank them for making attendance a priority. Sophomore Adilene Garcia Paz is pictured here with her counselor, Ms. Hanson, receiving her certificate. |
CHOIR SUCCESS
Congratulations goes out to Juli Castillo, Alto 2, who won her Choir Pre-Area Audition last night; and now goes on to the Choir Area Audition in San Antonio, TX. If you see her, give her a thumbs up on a job well done! We are so proud of her accomplishments.
SAVE THE DATES
Crockett Theatre presents...
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL, High School Edition
February 1 - 4, 2018
Rated: PG-13
Celebration for Perfect Attendance has Begun!
Students were awarded with pizza and drinks for perfect attendance during the fall semester. These students are exemplary Crockett students taking care of business. We thank them for making attendance a priority. Sophomore Adilene Garcia Paz is pictured here with her counselor, Ms. Hanson, receiving her certificate.
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THEATRE STUDENTS EARN SUPERIOR RATING Congratulations to the 21 Crockett Theatre students who earned a SUPERIOR RATING and QUALIFIED for NATIONALS at the Texas Thespian State Festival that was held at the Gaylord Texan Resort in Dallas, November 15 - 19, 2017. Crockett Theatre is an official member of the International Thespian Society as Troupe #1924. | Superior Rating - National Qualifiers Group Acting - Earl the Vampire(Left to Right) Zach Washington, Cameron Smith, Ash Reile, Matthew Behler, Noah Messer, Jay Perez Azaria Brown, Sarah Traylor, Alyssa Arellano, Morgan Garrison, Marissa Nottingham, Chloe Matyis | Superior Rating - National Qualifiers Group Acting - Macbeth(Left to Right) Angel Gentry, Camille Moniz, Alex Munoz, Aylin Luna-Campos, Kim Rankin, Adilene Garcia Paz, Leanne Villegas, Sam Robinson, Faith Haskell |
THEATRE STUDENTS EARN SUPERIOR RATING
Superior Rating - National Qualifiers Group Acting - Earl the Vampire
(Left to Right)
Zach Washington, Cameron Smith, Ash Reile, Matthew Behler, Noah Messer, Jay Perez
Azaria Brown, Sarah Traylor, Alyssa Arellano, Morgan Garrison, Marissa Nottingham, Chloe Matyis
Superior Rating - National Qualifiers Group Acting - Macbeth
(Left to Right)
Angel Gentry, Camille Moniz, Alex Munoz, Aylin Luna-Campos, Kim Rankin, Adilene Garcia Paz, Leanne Villegas, Sam Robinson, Faith Haskell
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Mark Your Calendars!
Future Important Dates
December 4-8: STAAR EOC Retest Days
December 5: Dance Spectacular
December 7: Senior portrait retakes
December 7: Theatre Spirit Night at BJs on Brodie Ln.
December 8: Fine Arts Winter Showcase
December 12: Winter Concert
December 14,15,18,19: Final Exam Days
December 15: Theatre & Tex-Anns at COTA for Winter Wonderland
December 16: PTSA Shopping Bazaar
December 19: Orchestra Spirit Night at the Chipotle on Brodie Ln.
December 20-January 1: NO SCHOOL - Student/Staff Holiday
January 2: NO SCHOOL - Student Holiday/Staff Planning & Prep Day
January 8: CHROMEBOOK Deployment
January 15: NO SCHOOL - Student/Staff Holiday
January 22: PTSA Meeting
February 1-4: Theatre Department presents Heathers
February 12: PTSA Meeting
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