![Walking through the tunnel created by the cheerleaders and Celebrities, senior Frances Tran smiles as the soccer team is sent off during DEN for their playoff game against Rouse tonight. Tran said the wins against Smithson Valley and Alamo Heights gave the team a morale boost to take on the Raiders tonight. “I know we were not 100% confident in those games,” Tran said. “But, Rouse is a big opponent for sure. We’re definitely going into tonight with a lot of morale [because of the previous wins].”](https://cphswolfpack.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/frances-tran.jpg)
![Holding a bucket of materials in one hand and a roll of tape in another, anatomy and biology teacher Tyler Terry prepares for a lab. Terry said his proudest moments are when his students are happy to see him. “When I take my wife to a football game or something and a bunch of students want to say hi to me or they like to smile and wave and it just makes me feel good that the students are really kind and supportive of me,” Terry said. “[I’m also] proud when I see students perform really well in their extracurriculars because I can see how hard they’re working in my classes, [so] when I see that they’re also working so hard in other things. Like they’re winning band competitions or they’re getting awards for their theater productions, or I see them put on their choir shows, that’s like, wow, you guys are incredible.”](https://cphswolfpack.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Rags-6.png)
![Catching a ball, junior Alivia Robinson plays at the Cedar Park vs Glenn game. Having played since she was 5 years old, she is dedicated to softball and has committed to UTPB for softball. “When I got my offer it took me a very long time to decide where,” Robinson said. “Softball has always been my dream for college, and UTPB is my fit. When [I committed] I knew I was going to be loved and supported.”](https://cphswolfpack.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Lilly-Adams-3.13aliviaedit-901.jpg)
![Holding her dog, Nova, senior Ariana Balakrishnan poses for her senior pictures while Nova wears a bandana with her college decision. Balakrishnan applied to 18 colleges in total, but she decided on Columbia in the end. “Right before I clicked the button to open Columbia’s letter, I literally looked at the camera and go ‘This is just gonna really suck because I wanted it so bad,’ and I clicked it and all of a sudden you hear trumpets,” Balakrishnan said. “There’s a video that plays when you open it and I actually didn’t watch the video, I just watched the screen go black, because every day of December before ED [Early Decision] I would go on YouTube and watch the acceptance video to manifest it, so immediately when the screen went black, I started screaming and jumping up and down. And my parents in the video are like ‘What are you doing, where’s the letter,’ and I was just screaming ‘I got in, I got in.” I just started crying, and it just felt like everything in the world came together.”](https://cphswolfpack.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ariana-2-300x217.jpg)
With the annual Cedar Park Talent Show fast approaching, Wolfpack editor Mercedes Ordonez sat down with Allison Fionda, Executive Producer of cphs-tv to discuss the ever popular event.
What is the talent show?
It’s a classic talent show. It’s a place for talented students who compete in front of the audience for first prize and the honor of being designated the most talented in the class.
How long has Cedar Park been putting on a talent show?
This is only the third year. The 2007 broadcast class started it and it went really well with the students The show has become a tradition.
Who sponsors it?
The broadcast students organize it all; it’s a huge undertaking but it’s worth it because we get to see the school come together and it is a good fundraiser for us.
Where do the proceeds go?
To the broadcast program. We spend it on new equipment. A lot of our stuff is old and breaks down so we need to replace it. I don’t think people realize how much work goes into the broadcast and along with that comes costs.
When is the talent show? When are the auditions?
The talent show is May 13 and auditions are April 8. Everyone who wants to try out should sign up [for auditions].
How do you sign up for auditions?
Come to the broadcast room, A213, and we have a list. Just ask and we can write your name down. That’s all you have to do, it’s really easy. If you can’t be at the audition, you can arrange in advance to bring a demo tape or disc.
What are the auditions like?
They are going to held in the Little Theatre and you will start out by telling us about yourself. Then, you will give a run through of your performance. Broadcast students will rate your performance on a rubric to decide if you’ll perform at the talent show. It’s pretty casual and typically a high percentage of people who audition make it into the actual show.
How much will tickets be?
Tickets will be $5, but worth it at any price. It’s one of those priceless memories from high school.
What are the prizes going to be?
In the past it’s been an iPod touch, but I think a cash prize would be more appealing to students. We’ll make those decisions closer to the actual date of the show to keep it a surprise.
What’s happening between acts?
We would like for PNG to perform as they have in the past but it is not confirmed yet. We will also show a few video clips from The Wolfcast that were big hits with students.
What would people expect to see if they come?
Just a lot of really talented students. There should be magic acts, music acts and everything in between. Hopefully, there will be new acts that surprise us. Even the students that aren’t competing will get to display their gifts. Members of The Wolfcast are doing video work for the show and PNG will get a chance to perform between acts. It should just be really fun and a good way to spend your Thursday night with your friends.
Who should we be looking forward to seeing?
I hear there is going to be another magic act, as well as more acts and bands. We always hope there will be a large variety of acts. Come out and show the school what you can do.
Why is the talent show good for Cedar Park?
It gives the students a chance to show off talents that maybe other people wouldn’t know they had. The teachers also get involved with judging and have a lot of fun with that. It’s just good for the school as whole, it really brings people together.
