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Students dress up hall walls
By NATALIE TRICOMI,
BRIDGET FOLEY,
and NICOLE LONDON
Hoof beat Staff
School walls have always seemed
a little dull and boring. However, art
students Adam Gonzales, Dwain
Settles and Chuck Morrison are
adding a little color to one of the
building's halls.
They have created a large mural, a
very spirited red longhorn, which
was started Dec. 7 and was complet-
ed Dec. 15. This project is on the
wall by the stairwell leading to the
upstairs Art room and was approved
by Geana Farmer and Dr. Alfred
Ray.
It was Barbara Lee’s idea, one of
the art teachers. The students made
their goal of finishing by Christmas
break. Their next project may include
murals on the girl’s soccer locker
rooms and the boys gym.
Adam Gonzales, Chuck Morris
and Dwain Settles work to fin-
ish the Longhorn mural grac-
ing a stairwell wall.
Hoofbeat photo by NATALIE TRICOMI
Choir performs
Christmas concert
By CHRISTINA THOMAS
Hoofbeat Staff
The Cedar Hill choir performed
an “absolutely magnificent” Christ-
mas concert Dec. 15 at Colonial
Hills Baptist Church.
The Cedar Hill choir has had
many accomplishments throughout
the year, but this was a special
highlight.
Amanda Harris, a senior and
vice president of the Acapella
choir, performed that night and stat-
ed her reason as to why she dedi-
cated every day of the past four
weeks to the show.
“I guess the satisfaction of peo-
ple liking the music,” Harris said.
“We are like a big family,”
Robert Jimmerson, one of the musi-
cians in the Christmas concert, said.
He stated the strength of the
group lies behind the two choir
directors, Melissa Logan-Pedan and
Sheryl Archibald.
Jessica Ford, senior, and second
soprano, is pleased with the way
the show has turned out this year.
“It is truly an accomplishment
for me,” she said.
The concert proved to be a great
success, thanks to all of those who
participated.
Drama has two
shows on horizon
ROTC revs up
By TYNEISHA ENGLISH
Hoofbeat Staff
ROTC is one of the most well-
disciplined and active groups in the
school. Hoofbeat asked Lawrence
Hall, one of the ROTC instructors
about upcoming events in ROTC.
Staff: What are some upcoming
events/field trips for ROTC?
Hail: In January, we will have
our annual Commander's Call and
Military Ball. Our Militaiy Ylall is
tentatively scheduled for February.
There are several drill meets we plan
to compete in during the rest of the
school year. In March we plan to
visit Dyess Air Force Base, and in
April we will have our annual
awards ceremony.
Staff: What is the ROTC prepar-
ing the young men and women for?
Hall: The Air Force Junior ROTC
program is designed to prepare our
young men and women to be more
productive citizens. We teach our
students about the aerospace age and
its history while developing more
informod citizens. Our program also
strives' to strengthen character, pro-
mote understanding of the concept of
the “citizen soldier,” help develop a
sense of patriotism and promote the
_______________See ROTC, Page 9
CHHS’ first 5A season
By BRANDON WOOLEN
Hoofbeat Staff
The 5-5 record for the Cedar
Hill High School Longhorns varsi-
ty team didn’t quite stand up to
what was expected in the first 5A
football season.
There were both coaches and
players who felt that there was a
great chance to make it to this
year’s playoffs. The Cedar Hill
Longhorns were ranked No. 3 dur-*
ing the divisional football season.
With a big competition against
Mansfield in the district, the
Longhorns fought hard until the
end, for a final game against
Arlington High School. In the sec-
ond quarter, some think high
hopes of winning caused the
Longhorns to renounce their final
game, thus knocking them out of
the playoffs, somewhat unexpect-
edly.
“I think we were much better
than the other teams wp played
this year, and playing against 5A
teams didn’t seem any different
than 4A teams,” senior Dwain
Settles said.
“DeSoto, Weatherford and
Colleyville were the three tough-
See SEASON, Page 9
Dr Pepper StarCenter
off to good start in DV
By BRIDGET FOLEY,
NATALIE TRICOMI
and PATRICE HOLMES
Hoofbeat Staff
Public ice-skating, broomball,
ice-skating lessons and hockey are
just a few of the activities you can
do at the new Dr Pepper StarC enter
in Duncanville.
Although it has only been open
since Oct. I, everything is running
smoothly. The Starcenter is becom-
ing an area favorite, with skating
enthusiasts and amateurs swarming
in at 300-500 people a day from 6
a.m.-midnight.
And as for working there Troy
Depue says, “The most interesting
thing about my job here is having
the opportunity to do the things I
love to do the most, playing hockey
and being on ice.”
He also gets discounts on ice
skates. Several different teams in
cities like Mansfield, Arlington,
Garland, Mesquite, Dallas and
North Crowley come to play seven
nights a week.
The facility manager. Bob
Gross, wants everyone to know that
they are getting great public
response.
By DIANNA COLEMAN
and JENNIFER WILSON
Hoofbeat Staff
After staging the first
Shakespearean work in a quarter
century, the drama department at
Cedar Hill High School is planning
two more shows.
The following is an interview
with drama teacher Angela Andrews
on the shows planned and why they
chose them.
Staff: How do you decide which
productions to do?
Andrews: We base our choices
on the talent we have in our theatre
production class, the plays we know
the kids will enjoy, as well as new
plays that we see. Some shows
can’t be done at certain times
because of the experience and num-
bers in the class. ... _____________________
Staff: What plays are you in
practice for right now?
Andrews: We are doing “Steel
Magnolias” and “The Boys Next
Door,” both comedies with dramatic
parts. The rehearsals are going well.
We are very excited because of the
talent we have and their diligence to
do a great job.
Staff: What kind of story line do
these plays consist of?
Andrews: “Steel Magnolias” is
different from the movie in that it
has only the six women and all takes
place in Truvy’s Beauty Shop.
Most of the storyline is the same
mother-daughter conflict. The
daughter has diabetes, and struggles
to lead a normal life.
“The Boys Next Door” is about a
communal residential hopie for
mentally-handicapped boys who
See DRAMA, Page 9
Drumline performs in Macy’s parade
By BRIDGET FOLEY
Hoofbeat Staff
On Nov. 23 the Cedar Hill, High
School’s Drum Line marched and
performed in the famous Macy’s
Thanksgiving Day Parade, giving
Cedar Hill its first taste of national
publicity in quite awhile.
Jennifer Davies, Laura King, John
Samuelson, Sarah Stone, Peter
Samuelson, Chris Sandoval and
Michael Mohler are all members of
the drum line.
Mohler was playing at a benefit
when the drumline was asked to go.
The trip was very exciting and
interesting, according to the mem-
bers.
“The most interesting part of the
trip to me was ‘The Phantom of the
Hoofbeat photo by BRIDGET FOLEY
Peter Samuelson, Sarah Stone, Laura King, Jennifer Davies,
Chris Sandoval, Michael Mohler and John Samuelson
Opera,’” Samuelson said.
They all agreed that marching
through Times Square was exciting,
but extremely cold. It was 26 degrees
outside as they marched.
Several got autographs of some of
the famous people in the parade.
Sandoval got the manager for the
New York Yankees’, Joe Torey’s
autograph,.
All agreed it was an experience of
a lifetime. ,
Stone was unable to attend the
event due to illness.
CHHS Opinion: Resolutions differ for different people
As we begin each new year, people throughout the country feel compelled to make resolutions,
goals that are sometimes obtainable, such as “lose five pounds” to loftier, more unattainable
ones, such as “make straight “A’s”. Many people make resolutions so that they can have a
motive or goal for the following year, something to keep them Involved and excited about the
future. Others feel that making resolutions are a waste of time, and aomething that puta undue
pressure on them, only to disappoint them when the goals are not met.
Yes to
Resolutions
By TABATHA RAMZY
Hoofbeat Staff
2001 is here! Did you make your
New Year’s resolution? If not, it’s
not too late. Making goals for each
year should be done, so that you have
something to work towards each
year. It js a known fact that people
who set goals for themselves are
more often successful than those that
drift along without clear goals. As I
polled students, most had personal
goals such as to go out with a oertain
person or to lose a certain amount of
weight, whereas others were less per-
sonal, and more global, such as, to be
kinder to others or to do more for
other people. I encourage you to
make a resolution for the New Year,
and try your best to fulfill it!
No to
Resolutions
By NICOLE LONDON
Hoofbeat Staff
When asked about New Year’s
resolutions, freshman Jennifer
Joutras said, “I disagree with making
New Year’s resolutions, because
most people don’t keep them any-
way!” This is a perfect explanation
as to why most people should not
make New Year’s resolutions. Many
people do not take them seriously, so
why put yourself through this.
Anyway, people should always
try to better themselves, not just limit
it to the first of the year. I think you
should always work to make yourself
better, daily. That’s why I say “No!”
to making New Year’s resolutions!
Thoughts on
Rosolutions
By ANDREW IRELAND
Hoofbeat Staff
Hoofbeat asked teachers and stu-
dents alike about making New
Year’s resolutions and, many stated
their views on resolutions, as well as
gave us their proposed resolutions for
this new year.
Junior Chuck Morrison said his
resolution last year was “to quit
swearing,” but he said he didn’t keep
it He doesn’t plan on making one
this year.
History teacher Stacy Dameron
said she made one last year, but
didn’t keep it. She said she will
make one this year and it will be “to
be more positive towards every-
thing!” Freshman Danielle Moon
said she didn’t make one last year,
but is planning on making one this
year. It is “to be more forgiving to
people.”
Senior Heather Hayden said she
made one last year, and it was “to
make Drill Team Officer.” She
reached her goal, and she plans to
make one this year, but hasn’t decid-
ed what it is just yet.
Some other resolutions by stu-
dents were as follows:
David Bailey, sophomore: “To
get a girlfriend.”
Comelis Mitchell, junior: “To
pass Mr. Ford’s class.”
Monica Cadenhead, freshman:
‘To be nicer to people.”
Top 10 New
Year’s
resolutions
By BRANDON WOOLEN
Hoofbeat Staff
10. Get a car.
9. Get a girlfriend.
8. Dress better.
7. Be more athletic.
6. Treat people nicer.
5. Have a better attitude.
4. Do better in school.
3. Get a job.
2. Go to a great college.
1. Be a better student and person.
Creative
Side
By COURTNEY BOUTWELL
Hoofbeat Staff
5,4,3,2,1
The year 2000 has come and
gone.
Should all old friends we for-
get
Not a single person has a
regret.
Give a kiss at 12 o’ clock
Parties are everywhere, not a
door is locked.
Fireworks are beautiful, col-
ors galore
When sparklers are done,
people scream for more.
A new year will finally ring
in
The year 2001 is about to
begin.
Everyone makes resolutions
to change their ways
They will live life to the
fullest and promise better days.
HOOFBEAT
Staff
Editor/Advisor —
Judy Fairless
Contributors - Kenton Blunt,
Courtney Boutwell, Dianna
Coleman, Sergio Elizondo,
Tyneisha English, Robert Farrell,
Bridget Foley, Patrice Holmes,
Siobhan Howard, Andrew
Ireland, Kara Jenkins, Jonathon
Jones, Nichole London, Valerie
Mosely, Jennifer McDonald,
Tabitha Ramzy, Ashley Story,
natalie Tricomi, Malcolm Wick,
Jennifer Wilson, Brandon
Woolen, and yearbook student
Christina Thomas.
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Crooks, Kristi. Today Cedar Hill (Duncanville, Tex.), Vol. 35, No. 41, Ed. 1 Thursday, January 4, 2001, newspaper, January 4, 2001; Duncanville, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth541876/m1/2/: accessed July 2, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Zula B. Wylie Memorial Library.