Cougar PrideJune 5, 2013
Celebrating Seniors with Cougar Pride

On June 8, 468 The Colony High School (TCHS) Cougars will graduate and take their place as part of the school's long line of pride, tradition, character, excellence and achievement. In this special edition of Cougar Pride, we take time to celebrate the class of 2013, honor Cougar Pride and pass on advice to future Cougars. 

Graduation Information

Please join us for TCHS' graduation Saturday, June 8 at 2 p.m. in the University of North Texas (UNT) Coliseum. 

  

If you are unable to attend graduation, but don't want to miss it, here's your opportunity! Graduation can be viewed live in its entirety online. Click here to find out how!

Meet The Colony High School's Valedictorian and Salutatorian
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Valedictorian 
Sara Jendrusch
Valedictorian - Sara Jendrusch

Cumulative GPA: 113.19

Intended College: Southern Methodist University 

Intended Major: Double Major - English and Communications

 

Sara Jendrusch, daughter of Charlie and Debbie Jendrusch, is the 2012-2013 TCHS Valedictorian. During her time at TCHS, she has been involved in girls' basketball, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), Rachel's Challenge, History Club, Student Council (StuCo), High School Hero and Lewisville ISD (LISD)'s Technology Advisory Panel. She also served as Mu Alpha Theta Historian and President, as well as National Honor Society (NHS) Secretary. After graduation, she plans to attend Southern Methodist University and double major in English and Communications. 

 

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Salutatorian
Jasmyne Henry

 

 

Salutatorian - Jasmyne Henry

Cumulative GPA: 112.1872

Intended College: Texas Women's University 

Intended Major: Nursing

 

Jasmyne Henry, daughter of James and Jessica Sands, is the 2012-2013 TCHS Salutatorian. During her time at TCHS, she has been involved in Art Club and orchestra. After graduation, she plans to attend Texas Women's University and major in Nursing. 

The Colony High School 2013 Top 10 Seniors

3. Erik Dengler

Cumulative GPA: 112.1500

Intended College: Texas A&M University 

Intended Major: Petroleum Engineering

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Eric Dengler

4. Raizel San Miguel

Cumulative GPA: 108.7086

Intended College: Texas A&M University 

Intended Major: Business 

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Raizel San Miguel

5. Samuel Nin

Cumulative GPA: 108.5093

Intended College: The University of Texas at Dallas

Intended Major: Electrical Engineering 

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Samuel Nin

6. Miranda Meissner 

Cumulative GPA: 108.4714

Intended College: University of North Texas 

Intended Major: Biology 

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Miranda Meissner

7. Tony Nguyen

Cumulative GPA: 108.4568

Intended College: The University of Texas at Austin

Intended Major: Pharmaceuticals

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Tony Nguyen

8. Soohyun "Ria" Cho 

Cumulative GPA: 107.5118

Intended College: The University of Texas at Austin

Intended Major: Neuroscience

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Soohyun "Ria" Cho

9. Georgia Whitley

Cumulative GPA: 107.4156

Intended College: The University of Texas at Austin

Intended Major: Interior Design

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Georgia Whitley

10. Chioma Nkwonta

Cumulative GPA: 107.1868

Intended College: The University of Texas at Dallas

Intended Major: Molecular Biology

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Chioma Nkwonta
Senior Cougar Awards
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TCHS' Top 10 seniors at awards night.

May 16, TCHS held its annual awards night, where students were recognized for their outstanding awards, honors, academic achievement and scholarships earned this school year. 

 

Cougar seniors earned in excess of $5 million in scholastic, athletic and academic scholarships, as well as numerous achievements and awards in recognition of their accomplishments. 

 

In addition, the following students were named winners of the college-sponsored National Merit Scholarship: 

 

  • Erik Dengler, Texas A&M University
  • Sara Jendrusch, Southern Methodist University 
Senior Superlatives

So many class favorites, so little time! Check out the list of TCHS' Senior Superlatives below. Congratulations, Cougars!

 

Mr. and Miss Cougar

Trevor Briggs and Raizel San Miguel

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Best Looking 

Karissa Caldwell and Jacob Lewis

best looking

Funniest

Cullen Fox and Emily Brown

funniest

Most Creative

Daniel Kim and Samantha Coffey

most creative

Most Fun to Be Around

Tommy Mellema and Halie Vallot

most fun to be around

Most Intelligent

Sara Jendrusch and Erik Dengler

most intelligent

Most Likely to Succeed 

Tania Shakouri and Sam Nin

most likely to succeed

Most Spirited 

Sylvie Morrow and Tanner Stinson

most spirited

Most Unique

Tyler Larson and Joanna Chen

most unique

Super Sporty

Toni Hawk and Isaiah Hinton

super sporty

 Super Sweet 

Brett Jordan and Teada Em

super sweet
Dear Future Cougars...

Not long ago, we were students at schools you now attend. 

Here's a few pieces of advice from us to you. Work hard and make us proud!

-TCHS Senior Class of 2013

 

"Do your best at doing your best." 

 

"Don't procrastinate and pick classes you know you can handle, but choose those classes wisely." 

 

"Give 100 percent effort in all you do, especially when it comes to academics." 

 

"Join a bunch of clubs, sports and extracurricular activities. It makes everything so much more fun, and you get involved more. And participate in Spirit Days!"

 

"Get a planner! No matter if you take all regular classes, take all Advanced Placement (AP) classes, or a mixture of both, get a planner and stay on top of the game."

 

"Get involved in whatever you feel passionate about and experience new things." 

 

"Enjoy your time in high school. You will be given many opportunities and you will make so many memories, so take what TCHS gives you and run with it."

 

"Brace yourself for success." 

Cougars Playing at the College Level

Throughout the 2012-2013 school year, many Cougar student athletes signed letters of intent to play collegiate sports. Congratulations to the following students, and good luck on your new journey!

 

Baseball

Matt Horton, Tulane University

Hunter Wilson, Austin College

 

Boys' Basketball

Aaron Miller, Hardin-Simmons University

Jared Wiseman, Northwood University

 

Girls' Basketball

Terra Ellison, University of North Texas 

 

Football

Ben Bibby, Stephen F. Austin State University

Trevor Briggs, Truman State University 

Troy Chandler, Southwestern College

Isaiah Hinton, Truman State University

 

Girls' Soccer

Taylor Erwin, University of Arkansas

Sydney Lawrence, Eastern New Mexico University

Katelyn Taschler, West Texas A&M University

Kailand Thompson, Texas Southern University

 

Softball

Tori Hawk, Independence Community College

Brooklin Olson, Grayson College

Victoria Rendon, Odessa College

Sarah Wiseman, Tarleton State University

 

 

Seniors in the News

There's been a lot of great Cougar Pride news featured this year. Following are just a few of the stories! Check out the Cougar Pride Daily for more headlines from TCHS and TCHS feeder schools. 

 

Exploring the Possibilities: Students Turn Park Enclosures into Works of Art

 

 Students Add Public Art to The Colony

 

Dallas-area Winners of College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarships Announced

 

Coffee Bistro Gets a Latte Attention at The Colony High School

 

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