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It is with great enthusiasm that I introduce myself to you as the new Superintendent of Willis ISD. As we embark on this exciting journey together, I am thrilled to kick off the school year by celebrating our outstanding students who will be participating in our fall sports and activities. This season, our students will be shining on the football field, basketball court, volleyball court, cross-country trails, tennis courts, and in our band, cheer, dance, and Air Force JROTC programs. These activities not only offer our students the chance to excel in their chosen fields but also to develop the character, discipline, and leadership skills that will serve them well throughout their lives.

As a community, your support and encouragement are vital to the success of our WildKats. Whether you’re cheering from the stands, supporting the arts, or volunteering your time, your involvement makes a significant impact. Together, we will ensure that this fall season is filled with pride, sportsmanship, and unforgettable memories. Thank you for welcoming me into this incredible community. I look forward to seeing you at our games, performances, and events as we cheer on our WildKats this year. Go WildKats! Dr. Kimberley James Superintendent, Willis ISD

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on the cover Photo by Bradley Collier

OUR HOMETOWN: Willis’ Amy Garcia, Tori Van Schuyver, Mylee Williams, Tori Greeney (above) Daylion Robinson and Jermaine Bishop Jr. are the headliners for the Wildkats in 2024-25.

HOMETOWN THE WILDKATS ARE BUILDING A COMMUNITY-BASED CULTURE O U R

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Go WildKats!

As we gear up for another exciting fall season, I want to take a moment to express my pride and enthusiasm for our student athletes, coaches, and supporters. This time of year is always special as our WildKats take to the fields, courts, and stages, showcasing their hard work, dedication, and WildKat spirit. Our programs, from football to volleyball, basketball, cross country, tennis, band, cheer, dance, and Air Force JROTC, all share a common goal: to strive for excellence both on and off the field. I am constantly inspired by the commitment of our students and the incredible support from our community. It is this collective

effort that drives our success and makes Willis ISD a truly remarkable place. I encourage everyone to come out and support our WildKats this season. Your presence in the stands and at our events means the world to our athletes and performers. Together, we can create an atmosphere that not only drives our teams to victory but also builds lifelong memories for our students. Thank you for your unwavering support. Let’s make this season one for the history books. Go WildKats! Trent Miller Athletic Director & Head Football Coach, Willis ISD

THANKS TO OUR BOARD MEMBERS

Kyle Hoegemeyer PRESIDENT

Paulett Traylor VICE PRESIDENT

Chad Jones SECRETARY

Scott Carson MEMBER

Nikita Lagway MEMBER

Charles Perry, Sr. MEMBER

Cliff Williams MEMBER

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Mylee Williams

Luke Reynolds

WILLIS HIGH SCHOOL IS SQUARELY ON THE MAP. THE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT IN GREATER NORTH HOUSTON BURST ONTO THE SCENE LAST SEASON AS THE FOOTBALL TEAM REACHED NEW HEIGHTS, WINNING DISTRICT AND GOING UNDEFEATED IN THE REGULAR SEASON. THE WILDKATS FILLED THE HALLWAYS WITH HOPE AND FLIPPED THE CULTURE IN A FEW SHORT MONTHS. NOW, WHAT WILL WILLIS HIGH DO WITH ALL OF THAT MOMENTUM HEADED INTO 2024-25? LIKE US N O T

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Romel Stevens

Fabio Baldovinos

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Harley Buell

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Reed Stallberg

Sweethearts

Londyn Cox

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Jacorion Hatchett

Kaden Hunter

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Logan Thompson

Football

TURNING THE PAGE WILLIS FOOTBALL PROGRESSING AS PLANNED, FOLLOWING FIRST-EVER DISTRICT TITLE.

Jalen Mickens

Mason Isbell

Christian Hall

Brai’Sean Brown

THE MINDSET RIGHT NOW IS TO CONTINUE ON WITH THE PROGRAM – THE SUCCESS, STRUCTURE AND ORGANIZATION THAT WE’VE BUILT OVER THE PAST COUPLE OF YEARS. LAST YEAR WAS A MONUMENTAL ONE FOR THE CITY OF WILLIS, THE TEAM AND FOR THE ENTIRE BUILDING, FOR THAT MATTER. WE DID END UP FALLING TO THE EVENTUAL STATE CHAMPS DESOTO, BUT ALL THAT BEING SAID, IT WAS A SPECIAL YEAR FOR THESE GUYS. MOVING FORWARD, WE’VE SET THE STANDARD AND THE STAGE, WHICH WILL BE THE EXPECTATION FROM HERE ON OUT. COACH TRENT MILLER - WILLIS FOOTBALL

PLAYERS TO WATCH JERMAINE BISHOP JR. (JR. DB/WR) MASON ISBELL (SR. OL) TERRI LAWRENCE (SR. RB/LB) JALEN MICKENS (SR. WR) DAYLION ROBINSON (SR. RB) ROMEL STEVENS (SR. WR) JAKAYDEN THOMPSON (JR. DT)

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Football

ROBINSON THE UNSUNG PUZZLE PIECE OF WILLIS’ SUCCESS IN 2024 T H E GLUE-GUY \\ Matt Malatesta

Robinson will be looked to for more production as a senior and he welcomes the responsibility. “I want it to fall on me,” he said. “I lean to the offense just because I love scoring and making plays, but I like to play defense because my team needs me there. I’m pretty good at it.” Fueled on his favorite snack of Hot Fries and chicken alfredo, Robinson loves to watch film of his favorite players Saquon Barkley (Philadelphia Eagles) and Jahmyr Gibbs (Detroit Lions), when he’s not working out or playing the game he loves. “Honestly, my best memories come from football,” he said. “I love being with my guys. Times like hanging at the hotel at the State 7-on-7 Tournament and team dinners. It’s has just been my life for so long.”

2022 as a sophomore. He accounted for over 750 yards of offense as a junior, as much of the offense went through Gatorade Player of the Year QB DJ Lagway. “I’ve seen a lot of players, like DJ, make it big,” he said. “I just know I can do it too. I’m looking forward to an opportunity in college, where the coaches love me. I love football, it’s fun to me and I want to find an environment that will fill that space. I can’t wait.” The bar has been set at Willis under the direction of coach Trent Miller, and now Robinson and company yearn to continue the success from a year ago. “It was a special year and a special team, but we want more this year,” he said. “We have worked so hard in the offseason and summer to keep this thing going. We want to come back strong and get to State.”

THE WILLIS WILDKAT FOOTBALL TEAM HAD A HISTORIC SEASON IN 2023, GOING UNDEFEATED IN THE REGULAR SEASON, WINNING DISTRICT AND GOING THREE ROUNDS DEEP IN THE POSTSEASON. One of the unsung heroes of that team was athlete Daylion Robinson. The 6-foot athlete didn’t leave the field much as a running back, receiver and defensive back. “To play both ways, you have to be a good athlete, well-conditioned and smart,” he said. “You have to be an overall team player because you won’t get as much shine at your primary position because you are spread all over the field. You have to know the concepts on both sides of the ball and know where everyone needs to be on the field.” D-Rob was the District Newcomer of the Year in

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Football

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FOUR-STAR BISHOP JR. THE NEW CORNERSTONE OF WILLIS IN HOT PURSUIT \\ Matthew Ogle

however, Bishop and his teammates have a clear message to send to the Greater Houston-area. “We’re more than just D.J. Lagway,” he said. “Obviously, he’s a great player and I don’t want to take anything away from him and his legacy. But, everybody has been working for this moment. We’re ready to step up to the plate and show the city what we’ve got.” Following the program’s first district championship last season, Willis will look to repeat that effort, and remedy their third-round exit from the playoffs at the hands of eventual UIL-6A-II State Champs DeSoto. Despite the absence of now-Florida Gator D.J. Lagway – whose ability to elevate those around him was undeniable – Bishop will be the new alpha in the locker room with hopes of continuing the Wildkats new found success.

Given the considerable number of D1 offers currently in his possession – Texas A&M, Florida, TCU, Texas, Michigan, among them – fans and coaches alike are eager to know where the versatile Willis weapon will call home when he ultimately graduates less than two years from now. “I’m looking for a spot that can not only develop me as a football player, but can bring more than that,” said Bishop. “I want to go to a place that can help me see what my life could be like after football, because you can’t play forever. It’s going to be about what they can contribute to my life after my career is over.” While playing football at the next level will be his principal ambition, Bishop will also pursue a degree in Business in the near future. As far as this year stands, Houston, Oklahoma, Tennessee, SMU and

The 2023 District 13-6A Utility Player of the Year – who racked up north of 2,100 all-purpose yards, 25 TDs and five interceptions last fall – claims to model his multi-faceted game after Sauce Gardner (New York Jets DB) and Ceedee Lamb (Dallas Cowboys WR). Both are widely renowned for their speed off the ball, although that isn’t the primary attribute Bishop credits for being a bona fide superstar. “What most defines me would definitely be the six inches I have on top of my shoulders,” he said. “Being able to predict a play before it even happens, reading the other guy on the field, what routes he may be able to run and where my help is. “I also think my elusiveness helps me out a lot, since I’m one of the smaller guys on the field, but they still won’t be able to tackle me.”

IN THE GRAND SCALE OF DYNAMIC ATHLETES ACROSS THE STATE OF TEXAS WHO ENTER THEIR JUNIOR YEAR THIS FALL, THERE ARE FEW WHO MEASURE UP TO THE LEVEL OF JERMAINE BISHOP JR. What he may lack in overall size, this Willis DB/ WR irrefutably makes up for in every conceivable standard the game provides, which has equated to a four star rating from 247Sports deeming him a potential future pro. Still not convinced? Just ask his coach. “He (Bishop Jr.) is, hands down, one of the Top 10 recruits in the country in the 2026 class,” said Willis HC Trent Miller. “There’s nothing that he’s not good at, whether it’s playing receiver, some Wildkat quarterback, playing at the safety or corner positions or returning kick-offs. I think he’s the face of Montgomery County with his skill-set and ability.”

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Volleyball

Y E A R ONE ALUMNUS JENKINS BRINGING NEW ENERGY TO WILLIS VOLLEYBALL

Brianna Hendrickson

WE’RE DEFINITELY THE ‘DAVIDS’ IN THE ‘GOLIATH’ STORY, IN TERMS OF THE DISTRICT WE COMPETE IN. BUT, I LOOK AT THIS TEAM AND IT EXCITES ME HOW DYNAMIC THEY ARE. IT ALSO HELPS THAT I GREW UP HERE AND THAT I KNOW WHAT OUR GYMS ARE CAPABLE OF. I KNOW WHAT THESE GIRLS HAVE TO OFFER, AND I’M READY TO HELP PUT US BACK ON THE MAP. I ACTUALLY PREFER THAT OPPONENTS SEE US THAT WAY. I’M EXCITED TO SEE WHAT OUR RESULTS ARE AND, HOPEFULLY, THAT WILL SPEAK

FOR ITSELF WHEN THE POSTSEASON COMES. COACH KAYLA JENKINS - WILLIS VOLLEYBALL

PLAYERS TO WATCH SUMMER CLARK (SR. S/DS) TORI GREENEY (JR. OH) BRIANNA HENDRICKSON (SR. S) CARLY PAUGH (SR. MH) MYLEE WILLIAMS (SR. MH)

Danica Sundquist

Summer Clark

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Volleyball

CHEMISTRY IS KEY FOR WILLIS’ GREENEY T H E TEAM-PLAYER \\ Matthew Ogle

way for one of their star outside hitters to garner some well-deserved attention. “The goal is to compete at a very high level in college someday,” Greeney said. “I want to hopefully go to a Division I school. I have some offers from some D2 schools as of right now, but I’m trying to eventually get that greater opportunity down the line.” When she’s not hanging out with friends, swimming at her family’s lake house or partaking in her guilty pleasure of Grey’s Anatomy this fall, Greeney and the Wildkats should anticipate a resurgence under the direction of first-year head coach Kayla Jenkins. Stay tuned.

for Greeney to make connections on the Willis squad, which naturally features some fond memories. “The most memorable moment that I’ve experienced in this program so far - and I’m sure some of the other returners share it - was when we went to Austin last year for a tournament,” she said. “We had a cooking competition, which was just so fun because we were working together, on the clock. Of course, it got really competitive since we were on teams, but that’s part of what made it fun.” Despite contending in what could easily be considered the state’s most talented district, Willis has the talent to cause some upsets in the coming months. That would be the perfect

her love for the game, but quite the skill-set for it as well, evidenced by the impressive stat-line (250 kills, 265 digs, 427 receptions, 22 blocks) she put up a year ago that led to second-team, all-district honors. However, the journey wasn’t without its challenges. “I’ve been on varsity since my freshman year, but it was very intimidating,” said Greeney. “It was really hard to get to know the girls at first, but they’ve been so welcoming. Developing a relationship with all of them came with a lot of support, which I’ve tried to do as I’ve gotten older. From my position, you really have to progress in that leadership role, when starting off that young on a team like this.” It didn’t take long

WHEN IT COMES TO HOUSTON AREA VOLLEYBALL, IT’S SAFE TO ASSUME THAT THE MAJORITY OF CURRENT PLAYERS HAVE COMPETED SINCE THEY COULD PRACTICALLY WALK. While that doesn’t happen to be the case for Tori Greeney of Willis High, she’s always been an athlete in one form or another. “I’ve played multiple sports throughout my life before I got into volleyball,” she said. “I played soccer, I was in cheer and for about 10 years I was a competitive swimmer. That was mainly because of my Dad, since he was a swim coach. “I finally tried volleyball and found my love for the sport because it relies on a team-aspect. I really enjoy that competitiveness and being able to rely on the bond with my teammates.” Not only did she discover

“I FINALLY TRIED VOLLEYBALL AND FOUND MY LOVE FOR THE SPORT BECAUSE IT RELIES ON A TEAM-ASPECT. I REALLY ENJOY THAT COMPETITIVENESS AND BEING ABLE TO RELY ON THE BOND WITH MY TEAMMATES.”

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Cheer

HIGHER, FURTHER, FASTER WILDKATS CHEER IS ULTIMATE HYPE SQUAD

C H E E R CAPTAINS GIA CASSO

MOLLY MCCOLLUM MYLEE WILLIAMS

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Triniti McPheron

I THINK IT’S BEEN GREAT TO SEE THE GROWTH OF THIS SQUAD. WE ADDED A FRESHMEN TEAM THIS PAST YEAR, AND OUR PROGRAM JUST CONTINUES TO TREND IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION. WE’RE STARTING TO DO MORE COMPETITIONS AFTER THE FALL, AND WE WON SEVERAL LAST YEAR. WE’VE BEEN ADDING MORE HARDWARE TO OUR TROPHY CASE, WHICH IS ALWAYS NICE TO WITNESS.

COACH NICOLE WESTMORELAND - WILLIS CHEER

Dayna Ross

Kimora Youngblood

Cheer

“BEING A WILDKAT HAS BEEN THE BEST THING FOR ME. IN MY EXPERIENCE, I’VE SEEN HOW EVERYONE COMES TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY, WHICH YOU MIGHT SEE IN OTHER PLACES, BUT IT’S DIFFERENT AT WILLIS.”

WILLIAMS HAS BECOME FULLY IMMERSED IN THE WILLIS ISD CULTURE B L E E D I N G PURPLE \\ Matthew Ogle

foreseeable future might look like. “Ideally, I’d want to go to college with a scholarship for both sports,” she said. “When it comes to my career path, education is something that I’ve really been looking into. Coaching would be fun, as well. I think that being a cheer coach would be more my style since I’m a little more familiar with that area.” If the choices she’s made up to this point are any indication, the outlook should remain bright for Williams throughout the remainder of her formative years.

in the short time I’ve lived here.” The same could be said for the moments she’s spent in both fields of play. “I would just say learning about each girl and developing bonds with everyone has really helped me to improve myself in a lot of ways,” said Williams. “I feel like I’ve grown to understand how to interact with different kinds of people, which is something you definitely need, especially as a leader.” Now that Williams is approaching the final stretch of her high school career, she already has a plan locked in for what her

too, but I’m committed to devoting the time to both teams because that’s what they deserve.” Although the senior transferred to Willis ISD from College Station just four years ago, she wasted little time in recognizing what stepping through the school’s doors meant to her. “Being a Wildkat has been the best thing for me,” Williams said. “In my experience, I’ve seen how everyone comes together as a community, which you might see in other places, but it’s different at Willis. Everyone bleeds purple and it’s been amazing to grow up

IT’S NOT UNCOMMON FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO TAKE PART IN MORE THAN ONE SPORT DURING THE ACADEMIC YEAR. But, doing so simultaneously is an entirely different ordeal. Cheer captain Mylee Williams cheers for her school-mates on the sidelines, but also stars for the Wildcat volleyball team in the fall. “Honestly, juggling those two parts of my life as a student-athlete can be difficult,” she said. “I go into each practice ready to work and focus on that specific skill. It’s hard sometimes when managing school

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Cheer

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MCCOLLUM’S BRIGHT FUTURE IS AHEAD OF HER H O M E GIRL \\ Matt Malatesta

my future. It really prepares me for starting a business, because you get real-world experience on a day-to-day basis.” As her high school days wind down, McCollum looks back fondly on her time inside the hallways of Willis. It’s always been about the people. “My high school counselor Cindy Atkinson had such a huge influence on my path,” she said. “I look up to her so much because she has helped me learn more about myself over the years.” It’s not always about the books, it’s about the experience. For McCollum, Willis High has been home.

ethic looks like. My goal in life is to follow in their footsteps and surpass the goals I’ve set out for myself.” McCollum is much more than pom-poms and sign painting. She has a pair of career paths she is looking towards… heading to Texas A&M to pursue communications or starting a cosmetology business. “I want to manage social media for a professional or college sports team,” she said. “I love creating content and growing my platform. I could also do something with cosmetology because it is such growing field. Either way, I want to own my own business. “My cosmetology path always helps me think about

learned how to teach and listen to others. Cheer has opened me up to learning new things and taking constructive criticism. It’s like a big family.” She is the baby of her big family… filled with siblings, cousins and aunts and uncles who have been wildly successful. “I’ve always been really mature because I’ve always been around older people,” she said. “I’ve grown up old, if that makes sense. It has taught me how to listen and think things through, before I speak. “All of my family are also entrepreneurs and own their own businesses. I definitely look up to them and they have showed me what work

MOLLY MCCOLLUM IS “HER”. The Willis senior has been a great ambassador for the purple and white since arriving on the high school campus. “I moved from Conroe before high school, and it was an adjustment,” she said. “I love Willis High School, because of the small-town feel. I love the people and the community. It feels very personal here at Willis.” McCollum has been in the Willis cheer program for four years and has been a captain for two years. “Cheering is really fun, and I love being the face our of program in and outside of the community,” she said. “I’ve learned so much, like how to be a true leader. I’ve

“MY HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELOR CINDY ATKINSON HAD SUCH A HUGE INFLUENCE ON MY PATH. I LOOK UP TO HER SO MUCH BECAUSE SHE HAS HELPED ME LEARN MORE ABOUT MYSELF OVER THE YEARS.”

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Band

ON THE FRONTLINES THE WHS BAND CONTINUES TO “MAKE IT LOOK EASY”

Charlotte McKinney

Odalys Garay

BAND IS ONE OF THOSE THINGS THAT KIDS HAVE TO DEVELOP THEIR SKILL-SETS FOR, AND IT’S NOT JUST FOR THAT PARTICULAR SEASON. THEY’VE BEEN WORKING AT IT SINCE WAY BACK IN THE SIXTH GRADE. WHEN YOU SEE THEM IN ACTION, THEY MAKE IT LOOK EASY AND EFFORTLESS. BUT, THERE ARE COUNTLESS HOURS OF INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP TIME THAT’S GONE INTO PERFECTING THEIR ROUTINES. THE FACT THAT THEY CAN DO THAT IS A COMPLIMENT TO THEIR TALENT.

JOSEPH DITTFURTH - WILLIS BAND DIRECTOR

Band

WILDKAT BAND GREATLY INFLUENCED GARCIA’S PATH TO SUCCESS M Y FAMILY \\ Matt Malatesta

look at me now. I’ve learned to play the alto sax, bari sax and piccolo, but more importantly, I learned to work and lead people. It’s a great life skill.” While she is locked in to perfecting the Wildkat band performances throughout the fall, Garcia winds down by hanging with her family and listening to music. “I love to listen to hard rock,” she laughed. “I know that may seem weird, but I really want to learn to play the drums. I love to spend time with my friends and family… they are my happy place. They just soothe me.” Garcia excels in the arts, but she also dominates in the classroom, where she is in the Top 10 percent of her class. “I won’t be pursuing music as a career, but I believe it has helped me so much as a student,” she said. “I’m wanting to pursue aerospace engineering at Texas A&M or an Ivy League school.” That’s a long way from being a scared freshman, entering the halls of Willis High School just three short years ago.

IT’S SO IMPORTANT FOR HIGH SCHOOLERS TO BE A PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER THAN THEMSELVES. Something that gets them engaged in the high school experience, whether it’s sport, the arts or clubs. It’s a place where the can fit in and have an identity. For Willis super-student Amy Garcia, it was the Willis Wildkat band. “I moved from Pasadena, Texas before my freshman year,” she said. “It was a tough move because I was not going to be able to experience high school with my childhood friends. “I was kind of lost and didn’t want to join the band here, but the directors really influenced my decision. It’s a story that can shared with others. I found a family in the band and it really helped me find my place at Willis. They were so kind to me, and it was really easy to make friends.” Since then, Garcia has flourished and now finds herself as a Drum Major entering her senior year. “I just love playing music with my friends,” she said. “I started in the fifth grade when my elementary music teacher put a flute in my hands and

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I FOUND A FAMILY IN THE

BAND AND IT REALLY HELPED ME FIND MY PLACE AT WILLIS. THEY WERE SO KIND TO ME, AND IT WAS REALLY EASY

TO MAKE FRIENDS.

Dance

BRINGING THE ENERGY THE SWEETHEARTS PREPARE TO SHINE UNDER FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS

Annabell Smith-Grimm Josie Gillette-Oatman

Dance

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CAPTAIN ENTERS FINAL YEAR REPRESENTING WILLIS’ ICONIC DRILL TEAM UNDER THE LIGHTS \\ Matthew Ogle

supportive. Anything I’d want to pursue, everyone around me – and not just my family – would encourage me to go for it. “Because of that, I’ve felt like I could do anything. My director, coach (Kaylee) Trotter, has been one of those figures who helped to push me in a supportive way to be the person I’ve become.” Despite the inevitable bitter-sweet moment coming at the conclusion of her career as a Sweetheart, the impact Van Schuyver has had on the team will surely have her well-prepared for the subsequent stages of her life. For now, she’s here to hype up the crowds for one last time.

potentially see herself continuing for the coming years, Van Schuyver predominantly wants to follow another passion of hers. “I actually pursue culinary arts,” she said. “So, I’m looking into nutrition and dietetics in order to become a nutritionist and a consultant for teams one day.” Given that this will be her last year at Willis High, the senior Sweetheart has had time to consider what exactly sparked her to become such a determined by-product of the community she’s been brought up in. “I’ve been a Wildkat through-and-through since first grade,” Van Schuyver said. “The environment I’ve been raised in has been very

dancing on the field, it would just be the band and cheerleaders,” she said. “That’s nothing against them, of course, but there are a bunch of little girls who look up to the Sweethearts. “It’s important to showcase that on the field, since we’re the school’s spirit squad and we’re there to get the crowd hyped up.” So, where did it all begin for Van Schuyver? “I’ve been in dance since my third or fourth-grade year,” she said. “My older sister, Jessica, was a dancer and she was a really big mentor for me. Wanting to follow in her footsteps has kind of kept the passion lit inside of me for this long.” Although dancing is something she could

THERE’S NOTHING QUITE LIKE THE HYPE AND GRANDEUR OF FRIDAY NIGHTS IN TEXAS. While the vast majority of audiences gather to witness the nation’s most popular game, the entire experience is a culmination of countless hours in preparation for the evening from more than just the young men wearing pads. After all, the entertainment-factor would be drastically altered without the band, cheerleaders and of course the drill team fulfilling their integral roles. That’s where the captain of the historically-renowned Willis Sweethearts, Tori Van Schuyver, comes in. “Personally, I think it’s really important because without the drill team

“I’VE BEEN IN DANCE SINCE MY THIRD OR FOURTH-GRADE YEAR. MY OLDER SISTER, JESSICA, WAS A DANCER AND SHE WAS A REALLY BIG MENTOR FOR ME. WANTING TO FOLLOW IN HER FOOTSTEPS HAS KIND OF KEPT THE PASSION LIT INSIDE OF ME FOR THIS LONG.”

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Color Guard

HOIST THE COLORS WILLIS COLOR GUARD CARRYING THE BANNER FOR THE WILDKATS

Evelyn White

Daysi Palma

Hollee Tipton

BOND WILLIS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 2024

PROPOSITION A STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER

$27,000,000

Features • Foyer for Art Shows / Events • Classrooms & Media Room • Wrestling Room • Air Force JROTC Space • Baseball/Softball Batting Nets • Soccer and Golf Nets • Indoor Practice Facility • Band • Cheer • Dance • Girls & Boys Locker Rooms • Weight Room

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BOND WILLIS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 2024

PROPOSITION B $68,800,000 ATHLETIC COMPLEX & STADIUM WITH COMMUNITY CENTER

Highlights of Athletic Complex and Stadium • Located on property adjacent to Willis HS • 8,500 seats • Field House • Community Room

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Begins Oct. 21 Tuesday, Nov. 5

BOND WILLIS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 2024

PROPOSITION C AQUATIC CENTER

$19,600,000

Features • 50-Meter USA-Sanctioned Competition Pool • Platform & Springboard Diving Area • Girls & Boys Locker Rooms • Classrooms • Capacity for 800 Spectators • Water Safety Program for Students • Lifeguard Certification Program

Sample photo. Subject to change.

Early Voting Election Day

Begins Oct. 21 Tuesday, Nov. 5

willisisd.org/ bond2024

Introducing

Official Campus Facebook Pages

Stay Connected!

Stay up-to-date on all the fun things taking place at your child’s campus! This year, each Willis ISD Campus has its own Facebook page, where they will be posting daily to keep you updated on the day-to-day happenings at your student’s school.

A R Turner Elementary @WISDTurner

Cannan Elementary @WISDCannan Meador Elementary @WISDMeador Lynn Lucas Middle School @WISDLynnLucas

C C Hardy Elementary @WISDHardy PArmley Elementary @WISDParmley Roark Early Education @WISDRoark

Lagway Elementary @WISDLagway

Brabham Middle School @WISDBrabham Stubblefield Academy @WISDStubblefield

Willis High School @WISDWillisHS

Willis ISD @WillisSchools