![On March 20, the theatre program performed their UIL One Act play Frankenstein. “I could barely believe what I heard after [it was] announced that we were advancing,” freshman Zack Williams said. “It was crazy. Being one of the only freshmen in the show and also [being] a lead definitely put pressure on my shoulders. I knew that the only thing I could do was my best, but that was until I started to think what if my best was not enough? I was feeling like I could never amount to being what [everyone else] thought I was. Although, after hearing that announcement, I realized that maybe I have something going for me after all.”
Photo courtesy of Cayden Bartolo](https://cphswolfpack.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Capture.png)
![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)
![Dressed in the school colors, senior Jack Malouff poses for the camera in the bleachers during a football game. During his senior year, Malouff was able to meet lots of people while he was one of the student section leaders. “[My job] was to get everyone involved in the crowd,” Malouff said. “[I brought] the fun things like the trash cans, bells, costumes, whistles, whatever I could bring. Tissue paper, toilet paper, whatever it was. But it was less of a job and more just having fun with everyone.”](https://cphswolfpack.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Jack-M.png)
![Standing with their hands raised to the sky, show choir finishes their performance of “Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen performed in the winter concert. This year, the show choir participated in the Capital City Showcase where they sang and danced to “Crocodile Rock” and “Don’t Stop Me Now.” “My favorite memory in show choir is the showcase,” freshman Eshita Agrawal said. “We were the first to perform, and we got the chance to watch all the other amazing contestants. [We] were amazed. It was an amazing experience, I think we bonded very well.”](https://cphswolfpack.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Show-Choir.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)
Five Ways To Give Back Over Thanksgiving Break
November 16, 2017
Thanksgiving, the holiday with the giant turkey and dinner while being surrounded by your friends and family. But what some people often look past is the thanks giving of it. So, here are five ways to give back and be reminded to be thankful for what you have.
- Thundercloud Subs Turkey Trot – Supporting Caritas of Austin
Where: The Long Center, Austin TX
When: Thanksgiving Morning – November 23, 2017
Why: This 5k raises money for the Caritas of Austin, which “supports people on their journey out of crisis toward self-sufficiency through housing, food, education, and employment services,” according to their website. You can run the race, and also donate to the cause.
Find out more and register on their website – http://thundercloud.com/register/
- Round Rock Texas – Family Volunteer Day
Where: Baca Center 301 West Bagdad Avenue Round Rock, TX
When: November 18 @ 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Why: Family Volunteer Day benefits ten area non-profits, and is an opportunity for families to get together and give back to their community. You and your family can come and help people with crafts, hope jars, projects and creating a shelf safe meal packs for the holidays.
Find out more and register on their website – https://www.roundrocktexas.gov/event/family-volunteer-day/
- Chuy’s Children Giving To Children Parade
Where: Texas State Capitol & Congress Ave.
When: Saturday, November 18, 2017 11am (it’s approximately 1 hour long)
Why: You can go and bring a new unwrapped gift that will go to children through Operation Blue Santa. Along with donating toys you can go and enjoy the parade and its giant inflatable balloons, festive holiday floats, marching bands and so much more.
Find out more and register on their website – http://www.chuysparade.com/
- Operation Turkey
Where: H-E-B Center at Cedar Park, 2100 Ave. of the Stars, Cedar Park, TX
When: November 23, 2017 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Why: There are many opportunities for volunteer for their organization, but their largest is on Thanksgiving day where they prepare, package and deliver food to the homeless and the less fortunate.
Find out more and register on their website – http://www.operationturkey.com/locations/cedar-park/
- Gobble Gobble Give
Where: Bentley and Leenher Mortgage (Parking Lot) 5307 Hwy 290 W.
When: Thanksgiving Morning
Why: You bring a dish of food, five small toiletries kits, clothing and blankets. Then you get assigned a job in one of the following areas like, dropping off the food, bringing food to the kitchen, putting meals together and many more.
Find out more and register on their website – http://www.gobblegobblegive.org/
![On March 20, the theatre program performed their UIL One Act play Frankenstein. “I could barely believe what I heard after [it was] announced that we were advancing,” freshman Zack Williams said. “It was crazy. Being one of the only freshmen in the show and also [being] a lead definitely put pressure on my shoulders. I knew that the only thing I could do was my best, but that was until I started to think what if my best was not enough? I was feeling like I could never amount to being what [everyone else] thought I was. Although, after hearing that announcement, I realized that maybe I have something going for me after all.”
Photo courtesy of Cayden Bartolo](https://cphswolfpack.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Capture-600x448.png)
