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A major part of Jesuit festivities is the live music that plays outside of the Terry Center at certain events such as pregame tailgates and Ranger Day. One band you may hear at these events is the Results, a progressive metal band composed of four Jesuit seniors and two female singers. Senior Rowdy Domstead started the band in 2008, his...
Every day, Jesuit students creatively find some way or another to dedicate their service to different communities, pledging service ranging from missions trips to education. Recently, sophomore Michael Boyson decided that he would use his musical talents to provide young children with a wonderful Christmas. As a violin player, Boyson hoped to accomplish this goal by playing in the New...
A young girl lying bedridden, prisoner of a mysterious curse, is being treated by her father, the town pastor. Cheers from the audience subside and "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller starts. Set in the late 1960’s, the play depicts the infamous event commonly known as the Salem Witch Trials. The play’s protagonist, John Proctor, must fight off accusations of witchcraft...
Unfortunately, the Jesuit Rangers football team lost in the third round of the playoffs last week. Though obviously a heart-wrenching defeat for the team, the loss was also a disappointment to cheerleaders, band members, Rangerettes, and Lone Rangers, especially seniors. For the Jesuit Ursuline Ranger Band (JURB), the loss was met with a bittersweet attitude. Despite the fact that it...
At attention, staring forward without movement, the last seconds expire on the game clock. You receive the command to march into position to begin the performance you've been waiting for. You take a deep breath in as the drums begin their rhythms, leading the band onto the field. Your horn reaches your mouth, all nervousness seizes to exist, you...
Two weeks of band camp in the summer. Five 7 a.m. rehearsals each week. Private lessons. Pass-offs. After-school sectionals. The Jesuit Ursuline Ranger Band (JURB) has been busy preparing for their two October marching contests at Little Elm Athletic Complex and Legacy Christian Academy.  The Little Elm Classic on the Lake took place on Oct. 12. Jesuit has participated for...
The Jesuit Senior One-Acts have always been a time for those involved in Jesuit Theater to really let their personalities out on stage. Generally, these short plays have been whimsical, funny and energetic. So one would expect this trend to continue, right? Well, the answer is a  yes and no. Changes are coming, but the one-acts running from January 15...
Ever wanted to be the next Picasso on your iPad? Well, Mr. Harmon has an app for you! Harmon, the Jesuit art teacher, is involved with the Society of Jesus and was born and raised in the Tyler, Texas area. He comes from an artistic family background, considering that his grandfather was a watchmaker and his dad was a...

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