Congratulations to both Ryan Holt (’03) and Anna (Windsor) Kana (’02). On November 16, 2009 these two former students were admitted to the state bars of South Carolina (Mr. Holt) and Texas (Mrs. Kana). Anna Kana is a graduate of the Univeristy of Texas and the University of Texas School of Law. Ryan Holt is a garduate of the University of South Carolina Honors College and the University of South Carolina School of Law. These two alumni share the distinction of being the first attorneys to graduate from Hill Country Christian School of Austin. Our support and prayers go with them as they step into their chosen profession.
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On Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at a special morning assembly, students, staff, parents, faculty and some very special guests gathered to commemorate Veterans Day. Head Master Bill McGee enlightened students on the history of this day, first begun in 1918 to mark the Armistice between Germany and the Allied countries at the end of World War I. To bring it more current, Mr. McGee read a proclamation given by President Barack Obama on October 30, 2009 rededicating this day to our veterans past, present and even future. In the President’s words, “I encourage all Americans to recognize the valor and sacrifice of our veterans through appropriate public ceremonies and private prayers.”
And Hill Country took this to heart as we honored service members past and present among our learning community. Some, like Coach Scott Horne, are known and recognized while some, like Captain Browning who joined us from Fort Hood, are new to our circle of friends. After the standing ovation, Mr. McGee read a poem entitled “Because of You, Unknown Soldier” to remind us of the soldiers who are faceless but not forgotten in our hearts and prayers. After collecting donations of more than $2,000 in food gift cards for the families of those killed or wounded at Fort Hood, we moved our service to the newly erected flagpole. Because of the generosity of two HCCSA families, the school has its first flagpole and two new electronic signs to share upcoming events.
On hand were the 6th grade safety patrol and two members of the drum corps. After a quick lesson in flag respect and etiquette, our safety patrol solemnly raised the flag for the first time at this location. After reaching its full height, it was slowly lowered to half staff in honor of our fallen soldiers at Fort Hood while the drum corps struck the cymbal, once for each life lost. This was followed first by a poem read by Coach Horne entitled “My Name is Glory” and then by singing led by Mrs. Holly Loveday of “God Bless America.” It was truly sweet to hear the acapella song rising from voices ranging from preschool children through honored veterans of World War II. In closing, Mr. Edward Baptiste, school chaplain, offered a prayer for the safety of all soldiers everywhere and a reminder of the blessing we have in living in a free country because of their sacrifices. May we continue to pray for our troops, their families, and the security of our country.
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Congratulations to Bailey Barnes on our HCCSA Swim Team who competed in the State Championships in San Antonio last weekend. Bailey placed 16th out of the entire State in the 200 freestyle. Great Job, Bailey. We are proud of you!
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Congratulations to Coach Derek Banks and the varsity girls basketball team who have made it to the Playoffs. They play their first round playoff game on Friday night, Februaray 13th at 7:30 p.m. vs. Bracken Christian in Bulverde.
GO KNIGHTS
The HCCSA Knights’ Varsity Football team made an impressive showing for themselves, their coaches and their fellow Knights this season. Our Knights are this year’s TAPPS district and regional champs who made it all the way to the state finals and lost in the state semi-final game. All of our young men played with unending determination and energy. Two of our young men, Josh Menjivar and Colin Bland were named to the All-Star Team for the South and represented HCSSA by playing their hearts out this past weekend in the All-Star Game. Congratulations to both of them for a great effort as the South defeated the North 18 to 14.
Three individual awards are given out at the All-Star Game: Defensive MVP, Offensive MVP, and Game MVP. While Josh Menjivar didn’t receive the Defensive MVP award Coach Hudgens said that “he very well could have because Josh accounted for about 50% of the tackles made by the South team.” Congratulations, Josh, on a great game and season.
Our other HCCSA Knight, Colin Bland, also had a fantastic game even with limited play time since other offensive players alternated in and out. Regardless of this fact, Colin Bland stood out in the game with one of his runs starting from about 30 yards out included him shaking loose two defenders, throwing a stiff arm, making another player miss completely and diving into the end zone barely getting the ball across the goal line for the score. No doubt this effort is why Colin was awarded the Game Most Valuable Player Award. Congratulations, Colin.
The HCCSA family is proud of Josh and Colin. Be sure to congratulate them, the entire team, and the fine coaching staff we are blessed to have here at Hill Country Christian School of Austin.
a little something for your child’s stocking? Why not give them memories from their school year? This week only, the 2008 - 2009 HCCSA Yearbooks are on sale for $40 each. They return to their normal price of $55 each after January 1, 2009.
Order forms were sent home with your child last week or you can pick them up at the front desk in the Northwest Lobby or download and print out the attached form.Yearbook Stocking Stuffer Special Form
Don’t miss this opportunity to buy our yearbooks at a great price!
Hear from HCCSA Alumni
We love hearing from our alumni as to their progress once leaving HCCSA. Below you will hear from some of our recent grads about the advantages they have experienced because of their training at Hill Country. Thanks for your comments, graduates, keep sending them in!
Alexis Hutton - Class of 2008
“I made a 98 on my speech and when I received my grade back from my teacher she informed me that the Speech Department at A&M wanted to use my speech as an example to the undergraduate and graduate students. They also made copies of my speech outline to hand out to the students. I know that Hill Country prepared me extremely well through all the speeches I was assigned throughout my high school years. I also think that Hill Country developed me to become not only a confident speaker but also a confident writer. I have also noticed that in my Communications class the rest of the students are struggling since they were not properly taught how to give speeches in high school. I definitely feel like I am a step ahead of the class by graduating from Hill Country!”
Lianne Schomaker - Class of 2007
I’m in an Introduction to Western Theater class, and let me tell you my teacher is quite eccentric. But, thanks to Hill Country, I have read, acted or discussed six out of the eleven plays we are reading. Also, in my Philosophy class, we were discussing whether man was basically good or evil. My teacher believes that man is evil in order to survive. She asked if we thought evil was connected with survival and I began to talk about “The Lord of the Flies”. We then had a long discussion concerning that book. So, I thought I would share and let you know; yes Lianne Schomaker did learn something and is using her HCCSA knowledge in college.
Ryan Holt Class - of 2003
One of Hill Country’s greatest assets is its unique educational framework. By training students in the classical model of grammar, logic, and rhetoric, the school develops students who think critically. This methodology teaches students to craft arguments in defense of their values, a necessity in a world that is increasingly antagonistic toward those who ascribe to absolute truth. The preparation I received in logic, debate, rhetoric, and Bible classes equipped me to survive the rigorous educational experiences of college and law school. I understand now how to frame convincing arguments and am grateful for the contributions of my instructors at HCCSA.
University of South Carolina School of Law
Class of 2009